All You Need to Know About Gout and How to Avoid Triggers

What is gout? Gout is a type of arthritis that causes pain, swelling and redness in the joints, primarily affecting the joints in the “big toe.” It can also affect other joints such as elbows, ankles, knees, wrist and fingers.

Managing My Blood Pressure

What is hypertension? Hypertension, also known as “high blood pressure” is a condition in which the blood pressure is continuously elevated.

Much to Know About Diabetes

What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a disease in which there are high levels of glucose (“sugar”) in the blood.

Living with Diabetes

Diabetes is a disease in which there are high levels of sugar in the blood. At least 25.8 million people in the United States are living with diabetes. There are two types of diabetes, Type 1 and Type 2. In this article, we will focus on Type 2 diabetes which is the most common type of diabetes.

Well At Walgreens “We Help Customers Live Well, Stay Well, And Get Well”

Are you looking for a specific kind of health test to better aid in self care? Are you looking to better understand or manage your medications or discover cost-saving alternatives? Walgreens Pharmacy may have the answers you are seeking. At Walgreens, we provide a variety of patient-centered services such as different Health Testing, Medication Therapy Management conducted by a pharmacist, and various refill options to better serve you. Below is a list of Walgreens services that are available to you:

Do You Get Enough Calcium and Vitamin D

How much calcium and vitamin D should you consume daily? It is recommended that adults over the age of 50 consume 1,200 mg of calcium per day and 800 to 1,000 units of vitamin D daily. More than half of the U.S. population does not reach this daily recommended amount through diet alone.

Are You Up-To-Date on Your Immunizations?

Immunizations can provide added immunity and prevent infections, long term complications and hospitalization. The most frequently administered vaccines are the influenza, herpes zoster and pneumonia vaccines which are discussed below. Flu Influenza also known as the “flu” is a contagious disease which can be spread by coughing or sneezing. Symptoms usually last for a couple of days. They include:

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Falls In The Elderly

Falls in the elderly are common and are the leading cause of accidental deaths. They can cause physical impairments, such as a fracture of the hip or spine which can restrict activities. There is no one risk factor that can cause a fall. An older person with multiple risk factors such as walking with a cane, living in an unsafe environment, memory loss, abnormal balance, and a history of a previous fall, are more likely to experience a fall.