by Rod Lancaster | Jul 20, 2026 | Medicine Matters
Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors, but it also brings plenty of opportunities for bug bites, poison ivy, chigger bites, and other itchy skin irritations. Whether you’re working around the farm, fishing at the lake, hiking, gardening, or simply...
by Rod Lancaster | Jul 16, 2026 | Medicine Matters
If you’ve ever picked up a prescription for an opioid pain medication, your pharmacist may have also recommended a stool softener or a product that combines a stool softener with a stimulant laxative. That recommendation isn’t random. It’s because...
by Rod Lancaster | Jul 16, 2026 | Medicine Matters
When people think about staying healthy, they often focus on eating well, exercising, or taking their medications. One simple habit that’s easy to overlook is wearing sunscreen every day. Protecting your skin from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays is one of...
by Rod Lancaster | Jul 15, 2026 | Medicine Matters
There’s no shortage of health information online, on social media, and from friends and family, but not all of it is accurate. Some common pharmacy myths can lead to medications being used incorrectly, affecting both your treatment and your health. Knowing the...
by Rod Lancaster | Jul 15, 2026 | Medicine Matters
When your healthcare provider prescribes a prescription medication, it’s because they believe it will help treat, manage, or prevent a health condition. But simply having the medication isn’t enough. Taking it exactly as prescribed gives it the best chance...
by Rod Lancaster | Jul 10, 2026 | Medicine Matters
A good night’s sleep does more than help you feel rested. Quality sleep supports your immune system, improves your mood, sharpens your focus, and gives your body the time it needs to recover. If you’ve been struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake...
