Today we will talk again with our friends from the Great Start for Great Futures Coalition about each of our roles in helping the children of Stark County realize their potential for a Great Future
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The LDN Research Trust released a documentary earlier this month that provides education for patients that are suffering from chronic pain and are dependent on opioid prescription medication.
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Dr. Garrett Heck, Chief Resident at Mercy Dental Services discusses oral health and its impact on total body health.
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Both CBD oil products and LDN have prompted many questions at our pharmacy and we are happy to share experiences and feedback with you. We will provide accurate information regarding the potential benefits of LDN and CBD oil from the experiences of our own patients, as well as to provide a forum to connect with others dealing with the difficulties of autoimmune and chronic pain disorders.
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Estate Planning is ideal for those who want to get a head start on protecting family assets and laying the groundwork for their financial legacy.
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Formed in December 2016, The Great Start for Great Futures (GSGF) Coalition is a countywide collective comprised of early education providers, agencies, advocates, and community leaders who collaborate to design and implement initiatives to close the early learning gap in the Stark County community.
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Autoimmune conditions like Alzheimer’s Disease may be linked to chronic inflammation of nervous system. Does the future of new treatments focus on controlling inflammation and how can low dose naltrexone play a role?
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Patients living with chronic pain are turning to low dose naltrexone as a solution to opioid medications to get their quality of life back to normal. NPR publishes a very well written article about LDN and cites both patient experience and references to clinical research for validation.
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Most people who experience mental health problems recover fully, or can live with and manage them, especially if they get help early on. But even though so many people are affected, there is a strong social stigma attached to mental ill health, and people with mental health problems can experience discrimination in all aspects of their lives.
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Learn about ADHD, Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder on this edition of Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy.
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On this edition of Health Matters with the Medicine Center Pharmacy Pharmacists Paul White and Brad White discuss tips for preparing your immune system for the coming cold and flu season. We also review recommended items to stock your medicine cabinet with and Brad's favorite nutritional supplement recommendations.
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Progress made during the first 5 years of a child’s life is extremely predictive of future school successes and struggles. Kindergarten readiness predicts 3rd grade reading achievement ...which predicts 8th grade math achievement ...which predicts high school graduation ...which predicts postsecondary attainment.
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This week’s episode discusses skin cancer risks and how you can be proactive to protect yourself when you enjoy the sunshine this summer. Do you know what increases your risk for skin cancer? How many times a day do you need to reapply sunscreen? Learn from the experts at Mercy Medical Center for best practices to protect yourself from overexposure and sun damage.
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What is more fun than enjoying the out of doors in the summer? Well it certainly isn’t a visit to the emergency room as a result of an injury. This program is led by Dr. Mark Lamielle and provides great summer safety tips for outdoor activities, summer travel, staying hydrated, and maximizing your fun while minimizing your risks! Take this opportunity to check your medicine cabinet and make sure that you have the basic first aid items to treat those cuts and scrapes and make sure your items are in date. Must have on hand items include band-aids, gauze pads, antibiotic ointment, hydrocortisone cream, pain relievers, and hydrogen peroxide.
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The pharmacist fills a role that covers many aspects of health care. They link the patient to the prescriber and not only check for drug interactions and make sure that your prescription order is accurate, they also help solve problems with insurance billing, manufacturer recalls, and over the counter medication recommendations.
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May marks National Stroke Awareness Month, and this year the spotlight is on the 10 modifiable risk factors that account for 90% of strokes globally. Hypertension remains the single most important modifiable risk factor, accounting for nearly 48% of strokes. With eight in 10 people experiencing their first stroke having hypertension, getting your blood pressure checked is an important first step in controlling your stroke risk.
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Dr. Priya Ramaiah, a gynecologist and robotic surgeon at Total Women’s Care. Today we are talking about women’s health, compounding pharmacy role in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, and the Mona Lisa Touch.
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This Friday edition of Health Matters with The Medicine Center Pharmacy features your Pharmacist Paul White and sitting-in for Compounding-Pharmacist Brad White is Health Matters Radio Show Executive Producer Nancy Wharmby. Nicole Selinsky, Diabetes Educator and Registered Dietician from Mercy Medical Center
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