MegaCare Pharmacy

This time of the year gives you the opportunity to go all out on cooking for your family and friends. Comment below what some of your favorite holiday dishes are and share some inspiration with your pharmacy community!

The holidays are a time for fun and excitement. MegaCare Pharmacy would like to share some fun ideas you can do with your loved ones this month!

https://www.shutterfly.com/ideas/christmas-party-games/

MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to follow the link to discover why sugar alternatives are not what they seem and how you can keep your diet sweet and healthy this month.

https://www.rxwiki.com/news-article/heres-what-you-need-know-about-artificial-sweeteners-and-sugar-substitutes

While holiday cooking is delicious, there could be a lot of unhealthy ingredients that can affect your health. MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to follow the link below to find out about more healthy alternatives for the holiday season.

https://www.rxwiki.com/news-article/make-your-holidays-little-healthier-these-simple-food-swaps

MegaCare Pharmacy wants all of our patients, even our little ones, to look out for harmful toys and gifts this holiday season. Follow the link below to learn about the types of toy related injuries and how you can prevent them.

https://www.theemergencycenter.com/safe-toys-and-gifts-month/

Thinking about giving melatonin to your child? MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to read this first.

https://rxwiki.com/news-article/new-health-advisory-talk-doctor-giving-melatonin-child

MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to spend today speaking with family members about your family health history. Having conversations with family about common health issues is important in understanding your own health and wellbeing.

Happy Thanksgiving! {{Var1)) would like you to take the time to think about the people you are thankful for. If there is someone you are grateful for, please let them know in the comments below!

There's no cure for the common cold. But what about cold remedies that claim to make you feel better faster? MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to find out what's effective — and what's not.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/common-cold/in-depth/cold-remedies/art-20046403

MegaCare Pharmacy would like to take the time to honor our Veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. If you have family or friends you would like to thank today, let them know in the comments below.

Hurricane season is here. There's no better time than now to learn how to keep yourself and your family safe and healthy. MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to learn some tips to keep yourself and others safe before and after the storm.

Consider that while almost 30 million people in the U.S. have some form of diabetes, one in four don’t even realize they’re walking around with the disease. MegaCare Pharmacy would like to raise awareness about the risk factors, symptoms, and types of diabetes to encourage more people to check out the latest research, and connect with others who can help lead them on a journey to live a healthier life.

Happy Halloween weekend! MegaCare Pharmacy hopes everyone has a fun and sweet time this Halloween. If you or someone you know has a fun or scary costume this year, we would love to see it in the comments sections below!

Don't let the flu scare you this season! We have everything you need to stay healthy. We carry flu vaccines for prevention, and all of your flu related needs if you do get sick. Click here for tips to avoid the flu!

https://www.rxwiki.com/news-article/even-during-covid-pandemic-flu-prevention-important-consideration

More than 40 percent of Americans have difficulty obtaining, processing, and understanding basic healthcare information — which is essential for making informed decisions. We at MegaCare Pharmacy recommend improving your health literacy by asking your health care provider about any and all questions regarding your health, taking notes on your symptoms, and keeping your doctor informed about any changes in your health.

Eating mindfully is key if you're trying to improve your diet or maintain a healthy weight. But mindless snacking can sink a healthy diet fast. MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to learn more about how to snack mindfully.

https://www.rxwiki.com/news-article/these-tips-you-can-eat-more-mindfully-healthier-diet

With Medicare Open Enrollment right around the corner, we at MegaCare Pharmacy encourage you to stay informed and choose the right Medicare plan for you! Call us today to learn more.

Did you know that 1 in 8 women develops breast cancer in her lifetime? According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, an estimated 287,500 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women as well as 51,400 new cases of non-invasive breast cancer. This year, MegaCare Pharmacy wants all women aged 40 and over to RISE (Rally In Screening Everyone). Screening mammography is one of the main ways to reduce breast cancer by detecting signs early on. Follow the link below to see all of the exciting initiatives and additional resources that the National Breast Cancer Awareness Association has made for this month.
https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/wp-content/uploads/BCAM-2022-Community-Sharing-Calendar-v2.pdf

With the rise of social media, it has become easier and easier for scam health products to make their way to your phone or computer screens. Protect yourself against fake and possibly harmful scam health products by looking out for the following warning signs: products claiming to be a “miracle cure”, treat a wide range of diseases, highlighting personal “success” stories, claiming to be a quick fix, or an “all natural” treatment or cure. Follow the link below to learn more about what you can do to avoid these products!

https://www.rxwiki.com/news-article/fda-warns-about-false-claims-related-health-products

Stay safe by protecting yourself and others from the flu! Take a proactive stance against the flu by getting your flu shot, practicing proper hygiene, being aware of symptoms, and seeking medical attention when necessary. Call us or stop by today for more information on how you can prevent the flu this fall!

MegaCare Pharmacy is thinking about all of the people affected by Hurricane Ian. We ask that our patients think about making a donation to the Red Cross to help provide shelter, food, clean-up supplies, and much more for those affected by the hurricane. We’re all in this together!

redcross.org/abc

It’s back to school season! Do your children have all their required vaccines. MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to learn more about the vaccines they need to protect themselves and others this school year.

https://www.rxwiki.com/news-article/what-parents-need-know-about-vaccines-their-school-age-children

With the school year in full swing, MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to learn more about important health issues your children may face this school year. Read the article below to learn more.

https://www.rxwiki.com/news-article/how-get-your-child-ready-safe-and-healthy-return-school

It’s National Pain Awareness Month, and we at MegaCare Pharmacy encourage you to reach out and ask us about treatments that can help you to deal with your discomforts.

Flu season is here and MegaCare Pharmacy would like to encourage you and your loved ones to get the flu shot this year to prevent the spread of influenza.

MegaCare Pharmacy would like to take some time to recognize the people who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

Are you excited for Labor Day? We at MegaCare Pharmacy want to know what your plans are this Labor Day weekend. Share your fun plans with us in the comment section below!

Sunlight is essential for your body to produce Vitamin D; however, staying out in the sun for too long can result in harmful consequences. MegaCare Pharmacy wants everyone to invest in tools that will decrease some of the sun’s harmful effects such as sunglasses and sunscreen.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and it is going to become increasingly more important as your children go back to school. It is what provides you the fuel to take on the day ahead of you. Comment below with your favorite breakfast so that others can gain some inspiration for the school year!

MegaCare Pharmacy wants to see your child’s best back to school pictures! Whether it’s the first day of Kindergarten, the first day of college, or if you’re going back to school, we want to see how you’re rocking this Back To School season. Comment below with your best Back To School pictures.

Have you heard of recreational water illnesses? RWI’s are caused by germs in contaminated water which can be spread by swallowing, breathing in mists or aerosols, or simply just coming into contact with it. MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to learn about the nuanced dangers of swimming by clicking on the link below.

https://www.rxwiki.com/news-article/how-prevent-illnesses-and-injuries-while-swimming-summer

The effects of the summer weather can have good and bad effects. For more extreme temperatures, people are likely to experience a condition called hyperthermia which can cause heat stroke, heat exhaustion, and many other conditions. MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to click on the link below to learn more about these conditions and how to prevent them.

https://www.rxwiki.com/news-article/guide-key-symptoms-heat-related-illnesses-and-first-aid-measures

With it being the middle of summer, children, whether it be yours or others, have definitely become acquainted with the sun. Being out in the sun can have many consequences if precaution is not taken. MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to take the extra step to make sure your little ones are safe during the summer! Click on the link below to learn more about what can be done to ensure your child has a healthy summer!

https://www.rxwiki.com/news-article/ways-keep-your-kids-safe-summer

It’s National Ice Cream Month! MegaCare Pharmacy hopes you take some time today to enjoy the little sweet things in life.

While you are out and about this summer, MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to learn more about UV safety and how to protect yourself from skin and eye damage from excessive exposure to UV rays.

https://nationaltoday.com/uv-safety-awareness-month/

You cannot be helpful to others if you are not taking proper care of yourself first. That is why for this month, MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to learn more about the role self care plays in living a healthy life.

Do you feel like you have been stuck in the same routine for the last few weeks? MegaCare Pharmacy encourages you to call up a friend or family member and go have some fun today – for your mental and physical well being.