There are few things that can take as big a toll on your body as stress can—especially when it becomes chronic. So what is it about stress—which everyone experiences—that is so dangerous, you might wonder. Simply put, stress doesn’t just affect us mentally; it can wreak havoc on a cellular level. In fact, stress has been dubbed “the silent killer” by many. In honor of Stress Awareness Month, let’s take a closer look at the the potential health problems stress can cause and ways you can reduce or better manage it. Read on →

Each year presents a number of new opportunities to shed a light on diabetes and ways to prevent it—including the month of April, Pharmacists War on Diabetes Month. Though type 2 diabetes, in particular, is preventable, more people are being diagnosed with it as the obesity epidemic continues. To help spread awareness of type 2 diabetes and its impact, The Prescription Shop team has put together an overview of the disease, including: Read on →

It’s National Nutrition MonthⓇ, friends—a perfect time to learn more about good nutrition! But instead of discussing more common topics, like the nutritional benefits of the different food groups and why you need to start eating more greens, The Prescription Shop team would like to take this opportunity to approach nutrition from a fresh angle: eating right for your unique nutritional needs. There is no one-size-fits-all diet that meets everyone’s different dietary needs. Read on →

March is here, bringing spring goodness with it—and National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. You’ve probably heard more about colorectal cancer (cancer of the colon and/or rectum) in recent years than ever before. That’s because a growing number of people are learning about the disease and the importance of regular screenings. At The Prescription Shop, we’re here to not only provide Calhoun and Gordon County residents with innovative healthcare products and services—we’re also here to help educate our community about relevant health conditions. Read on →

It’s that time of year, friends. Love is in the air—but so are cold and flu germs! Many of us are experiencing a stuffy nose, sore throat, chest discomfort and coughing. And some of us can’t ever remember feeling so rough! These symptoms point to the possibility of the common cold or influenza (the flu)—but which is it? Colds are far more common, totaling around one billion per year in the U. Read on →

The heart is truly an amazing organ. It pumps blood throughout the body every second to give each of us life—and beats roughly 2.5 billion times over the average lifetime. Because our hearts do so much to take care of us, it’s only fitting that we care for them in return. When it comes to heart health, there are a number of things you can do to improve yours, as well as to prevent heart disease—from eating a healthy diet to reducing stress to not smoking. Read on →

The holidays may be over, but winter is just getting started! That means the cold is here to stay for a while, and illnesses are amuck. While flu prevention is at the top of most people’s list this time of year, The Prescription Shop wants you to know it’s also important to be proactive about your overall health this winter. Related: Learn more about the 2018-19 flu season. Read on →

There are few times that are better to take a step back and assess your health and wellness goals that the start of a new year. Our team at The Prescription Shop has come up with a few tips that will help you determine, and see through, your healthy lifestyle goals for 2019. ##Drink More Water Drinking more water sets the stage for many wellness goals: clearer skin, faster brain function, weight loss, etc. Read on →

We’re in the middle of the cold and flu season–have you gotten your flu shot? The Prescription Shop has an important reminder in the midst of the holiday hustle and bustle. Let’s talk about the importance of hand washing! Keeping our hands clean and free from germs is among the most important things we can do to avoid catching a bug and spreading our sick germs to others. A wide variety of illnesses are spread by not washing hands with soap and clean water. Read on →

Have you decided there’s no such thing as a healthy Christmas season? Do you feel helpless against holiday weight gain? The Prescription Shop has some ideas to help you change your mind. With the right mindset, you can enjoy the holidays and make healthy decisions at the same time! Consider these tips: Choose health over the holidays. Many–if not most–people make the choice to give up on a healthy lifestyle over the Christmas season. Read on →