Influenza Season is Upon Us

Influenza, a contagious respiratory illness better known as the flu, is caused by influenza viruses, specifically Type A and B. The virus is passed from one person to another through close contact and contaminated surfaces. People can transmit...

How’s Your Spine? Is it more than Just Fine?

October 16th is World Spine Day and the spine (also known as the vertebral column or backbone) is critical to all our body functions as it delivers messages between the brain and the rest of the body. We...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and a friendly reminder that performing a self-check can result in early detection. Understanding hormones and normal monthly changes and talking to a physician and deciding what other screening methods are most...
Teenage girl with allergy blowing nose

Nip Seasonal Allergies in the Bud

Nip Seasonal Allergies in the Bud By Steve Bond It starts with a tickle. Your nose begins to twitch. Your eyes water. Yes, my friend, you have seasonal allergies. Seasonal allergies, also known as hay-fever, or allergic rhinitis...
Two-year-old toddler boy playing with beach toys on beach

Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek

As our days become sunnier, we are reminded of the importance of sun safety. Too much sun may cause uncomfortable sunburns that damage the skin and may lead to skin cancer later in life. To protect yourself and...

Pharmacists: Doing More. For You

Pharmacists: Doing More. For You. March is Pharmacy Appreciation Month - it was changed from awareness to appreciation to reflect and celebrate the role pharmacy team members play in the health care system. I can personally attest to...

McCormick Care Foundation

We had a great day outside March 17, 2021, listening to music and watching talented dancers in the beautiful sunshine. Thank you to all those who donated to the foundation and loved ones who shared with us on...

The Common Cold: Which Drug to Treat Your Bug

We can put a man on the moon; we can design a handheld device that holds the entire works of William Shakespeare; we can microwave a dinner in 3 minutes.  Despite all the advances in human history, one...