Health tips

Learn Proper Handwashing Technique This Handwashing Awareness Month With Saenz Pharmacy!

Germs are everywhere! They can spread easily from one person to another through touch. But there’s a way to prevent catching and spreading germs — washing your hands regularly!  Many people know to wash their hands before cooking or after going to the bathroom. But to successfully stop the spread of germs, you should wash […]

I Need Sleep! Can I Get a CPAP Machine Without a Prescription?

Sleep is extremely important for your body! Sleep not only recharges your body but also helps fight off diseases and increase healthy brain function. If you have a form of sleep apnea, a condition that causes you to stop breathing while you’re asleep, you may not be able to get the deep, restful sleep you […]

Top 4 Benefits of Having a Hospital Bed at Home

They may be called hospital beds, but they have uses outside nursing homes, rehab centers, and hospitals. Medical experts have designed hospital beds to give you and your loved ones some of the extra care and support needed — even at home.  While it may seem odd to have a hospital bed in your house, […]

A Parent’s Guide for Protecting Your Children From the Cold and Flu!

With flu season underway, it may feel a little scary letting your kids go to school, where other children might be sick and spreading germs. But exposure to all those bugs at school will actually help your children build a strong immune system! The younger the child, the easier it is for those cold and […]

It’s National Diabetes Awareness Month, and Saenz Pharmacy Has the Diabetic Tools You Need!

It’s widely known that diabetes affects a person’s blood sugar levels, but it can also impact your skin, healing time, and motor function. With the help of your McAllen pharmacy, you can find the tools you need to help you live a better life with diabetes! For National Diabetes Awareness Month, learn more about the […]

5 Things You Need to Know About Getting Your 2022 flu Shot

Fall is in the air! The weather is getting cooler, leaves are falling, and pumpkin flavors are everywhere. But with these autumn months also comes flu season. Be sure to help protect yourself against germs by getting your 2022 flu shot! It’s one surefire way to help you stay healthy this winter. Whether you’re a […]

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer Prevention

Breast cancer is a very serious health problem that affects millions of women around the world. In fact, it’s the most common type of cancer in women. Even if you haven’t been affected by it, you probably know a family member, coworker, or friend who has battled or been affected by breast cancer. October is […]

How Can You Protect Your Back From Bad Shoes?

When choosing what shoes to buy, our priority is often matching our outfits — we don’t always consider how those shoes affect our feet and back. While they may be stylish, the wrong shoes may actually be doing damage to our backs.  A chain of muscles, bones, nerves, ligaments, joints, and tendons runs from the […]

5 Reasons Why Your Doctor Hates Your High Heels

High heels can be a great fashion statement and, for some people, they’re a closet staple. High heels can give your outfit the perfect finishing touch, whether you’re wearing them for work, a party, or a wedding, but they aren’t necessarily the best thing to wear all the time.   If you wear high heels for […]

Bunions: What Are They and How Do I Find Relief?

If you find yourself unable to wear your favorite cowboy boots or sandals because of bunions, there’s still hope! Whether your bunions are causing you pain, or you just don’t like how they look, there are options for bunion relief. No matter the cause, there are multiple ways to deal with bunions, and sometimes treatment […]