At this time of year, most of us are feeling the chill of cold weather, but for anyone dealing with poor circulation, the winter season can be especially uncomfortable. From icy cold extremities to numbness or frequent “pins and needles” feelings, it can feel nearly impossible to get warm and comfortable. It’s important to understand some of the causes of restricted blood flow and the lifestyle changes you can make to experience relief. Read on →

When our children are young, we make sure that they are routinely vaccinated to help avoid or minimize preventable disease; but as adults, how aware are we of our own need for up-to-date vaccines? While exact recommendations will vary among individuals based on health, lifestyle, or risk factors, there are some helpful guidelines issued by the medical community regarding adult vaccines. Generally speaking, all adults need an annual Influenza (flu) vaccine to help prevent the spread of illness to the most susceptible. Read on →

Winter can be a difficult season for many due to the influx of illness, but it may be especially problematic for diabetics. For National Diabetes Month, let’s discuss how you can manage diabetes better during winter. Get vaccinated. Get plenty of sleep. Wash your hands often. If ill, be sure to drink lots of fluids, and test your blood sugar frequently. Dress in appropriate layers, and cover your head and hands. Read on →

The Prescription Shop conveniently offers the best in diabetic footwear. If you are diabetic, we can fit you for the proper shoes to protect your feet and save them from common complications that would otherwise end in amputation. The American Diabetes Association says that 600,000 diabetic patients get foot ulcers each year, which result in more than 80,000 amputations. We want to protect your feet! But we understand you may be skeptical about purchasing special shoes, so let us explain what sets diabetic shoes apart from any other type of footwear. Read on →

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we want to remind our community to be aware of the risk factors surrounding breast cancer and some of the steps you may take for early detection, which is key in the fight against this disease. It’s important to remember that young women can get breast cancer. Mammograms may not be as effective for younger women due to denser breast tissue, but you can still keep vigilant about your breast health. Read on →

Among the least welcome parts of the fall and winter season is falling ill with the flu. Prevention is the first line of defense, so be sure to get your flu shot and wash your hands frequently. However, if you find yourself sick with the flu, take care of yourself with these tips. Stay home and rest. Protect others from catching the flu by staying home. We know this can be hard to do, but the flu is among those illnesses where it is not “okay” to fight through it and go to work anyway. Read on →