Many people know that diabetes affects your blood sugar, but you may not know that it can affect the health of your legs and feet. People diagnosed with diabetes often make changes to their diet, but it’s important that they protect their feet, as well. While you may do your best to take care of […]
If you are experiencing any kind of foot pain, you know it’s not fun. Foot pain may stop you from getting out and enjoying the world around you. The answer to foot pain relief may lie in the shoes you wear. Orthopedic shoes can help a lot of people with pain, but each shoe is […]
Orthopedic shoes are specially designed to provide more room for your toes and heels while supporting your arches. With these larger toe spaces, proper arch support, and shock absorbency, orthopedic shoes can ease the impact on your joints and ligaments. Orthopedic shoes have amazing benefits that can help keep our feet healthy for a long […]
Hepatitis Awareness Week, July 28 through August 3, is a week dedicated to educating the public about hepatitis, a disease in which an infection or injury inflames the liver. Some types of hepatitis are acute, or short-term, while others can be chronic, or long-term. Hepatitis can be viral or non-viral, and there are multiple types […]
While you may have a standard day-to-day schedule, each day can vary a little. The times you wake up, eat your meals, and go to bed may change each day. If medication is part of your routine, taking it at the right time can be difficult when your day isn’t always the same. Taking your […]
As we get older, sometimes our bodies don’t work like they used to. Thankfully, medical equipment for home use has become easily accessible, and the right at-home equipment can make life much easier as we age. Your local pharmacy has the equipment and expertise that you need to protect your health as you age. Check […]
Some of us only have one prescription, while others take 15-20 medications daily! Regardless of your medications, your local McAllen pharmacy has some tips for you for managing your medications. Creating an organized regimen can help maintain your medications and your health. Read on for tips on medication management and the medication management services available […]
Imagine living in a world without medication: no more ibuprofen to cure your headache or Pepto Bismol to relieve indigestion. While we often rely on pills and liquid medications to alleviate our slightest symptoms, some people have difficulty using these types of drugs. Nowadays, most medications are mass-produced by pharmaceutical companies with a focus on […]
When you think of summer, your first thoughts are probably crashing waves, refreshing beverages, and spending time soaking up the sun! But while we’re relaxing and having fun, bacteria thrive in the heat, planning ways to ruin your summer. One of the most common summertime bacterial plagues is conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye. Conjunctivitis […]
Move over spring, summer is just around the corner. Soon, we’ll be experiencing perfect beach weather days and warm summer nights full of barbeque and good times. When summer does come around, children of all ages leap with glee thinking about all the sweat, dirt, and fun they’ll soon be sharing with friends and family. […]