COVID-19 Public Health Emergency is set to expire on May 11, 2023. The US Government has indicated that they do not intend to renew it. What does this mean? How can we help? Did you know that our pharmacists can prescribe the COVID treatment Paxlovid?
COVID and FLU Testing
Rapid Antigen Testing and PCR Testing We are doing drive-thru rapid testing for COVID infections Monday thru Friday between 10am and 4pm at two of our locations (3825 39th Ave in Kenosha and 5220 Washington Ave in Racine). There is a $10 admin fee for the test. You will receive your rapid test results in… Read more
COVID Vaccines: Walk-in, No Appointment Needed!
Updated April 19, 2023. The updated Pfizer and Moderna Bivalent boosters are currently available. Please bring your insurance card(s). You may fill out the consent form in advance or upon your arrival. The locations below offer COVID vaccines during business hours (Walk-in, No Appointment Needed): 3825 39th Ave Kenosha: Monday thru Friday 9am-5:30pm Saturday 9am-2:30pm… Read more
Senior Health: You’re Never Too Old to Get Cavities
Tooth decay isn’t just a problem for children. It can happen as long as you have natural teeth. Dental plaque, a sticky film of bacteria, can build up on teeth. Plaque produces acids that, over time, eat away at the tooth’s hard outer surface and create a cavity. Even teeth that already have fillings are… Read more
Nut Consumption Tied to Less Annual Weight Gain, Obesity
According to a study published on September 23rd in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention, and Health, people who regularly consume nuts tend to be at less risk of obesity and extreme weight gain. This information comes from researchers from the Harvard University T.H. Chan School of Public Health in Boston who looked at three separate independent cohort… Read more
Did You Know: Bone-Density Testing
A bone-density test helps determine if you have osteoporosis, a disease that causes bones to become more fragile and more likely to break. In the past, osteoporosis could be detected only after you broke a bone. By that time, however, your bones could be quite weak. A bone density test enhances the accuracy of calculating… Read more
Poison Control: Talk to Your Family
The best way to prevent poisoning at home is to think about it and take precautions before an emergency occurs. That includes talking with your family. • Never call medicine “candy.” This can be confusing to children. • Remind family members that certain everyday products, such as household cleaning solutions, can be poisonous. • Explain… Read more
Grilled Pork Skewers
Want to make a simple, delicious recipe for your next barbecue that will wow all of your guests? This is it. The marinade is super easy and the pork will turn out juicy and flavorful. If you don’t have a grill, don’t pass on this recipe. It will work just fine in the oven or… Read more
Habits for Healthy Sleep
If you have insomnia, developing healthy sleep habits can make a big difference. These guidelines are especially important for people who can’t fall asleep or stay asleep regularly. • Stick to the same bedtime and wakeup time, even on the weekends. This helps to regulate your body’s clock and could help you fall asleep and… Read more
Time for a Foot Checkup
In celebration of Foot Health Awareness Month, check your feet and ankles at home using these simple steps: • Skin: Check each foot for calluses, blisters or irritation. Now put your hand inside your shoe. Are there seams, tacks or rough places in the shoe that correspond to the areas of irritation, calluses or blisters?… Read more
