More people are using GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) medications to help with weight loss and control diabetes. These medications can be helpful, but they are not without side effects. It’s important to understand how they work and what changes they may cause in the body. One common GLP-1 medication is Ozempic. The active ingredient in Ozempic…
It’s Wellness Wednesday, and today we are focusing on all the craze around ashwagandha. Ashwagandha is a small shrub with yellow flowers that is native to Asia. It has been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, which is based on Indian principles of natural healing. It’s commonly referred to as an “adaptogen” and is often used…
Echinacea, often praised as nature’s immune booster, is the perfect plant for Self-Care Sunday. Not only is it a beautiful flower, adorned with vibrant purple petals and a spiky cone center, but it also has health benefits. Indigenous peoples of North America have used Echinacea to support immune health and treat infections, wounds, and coughs….
World AIDS Day 2024: Reflecting on Progress, Commitment, and the Fight Against HIV Posted on December 1, 2024 by Collette Onyejekwe, PharmD, RPh, MPH History of World AIDS Day Since the first World AIDS day in 1988, December 1 has been observed as a day to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS, show support for…
Did you know there were 525 pregnancy-related deaths in 2020? Posted on January 23, 2025 by Collette Onyejekwe, PharmD, RPh, MPH January 23rd is Maternal Health Awareness Day – a day dedicated to raising awareness of the complex factors contributing to maternal morbidity and mortality, while also highlighting initiatives aimed at combating these rising rates….
Did you know that influenza caused over 5,000 deaths in 2022? Posted on December 2, 2024 by Collette Onyejekwe, PharmD, RPh, MPH National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) highlights the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu. Before we discuss the vaccine, let’s first look at what influenza is. What is Influenza? Influenza, or the flu,…
World AIDS Day 2024: Reflecting on Progress, Commitment, and the Fight Against HIV Posted on December 1, 2024 by Collette Onyejekwe, PharmD, RPh, MPH History of World AIDS Day Since the first World AIDS day in 1988, December 1 has been observed as a day to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS, show support for…
Understanding and Managing Type 2 Diabetes: A Guide to Better Health Posted on November 27, 2024 by Collette Onyejekwe, PharmD, RPh, MPH Did you know that approximately 537 million people are living with diabetes, and over 90% of them have type 2 diabetes? Let’s dive into what type 2 diabetes is. What is Type 2…
Did you know that an estimated 7 million (11.4%) of the children in the United States between the ages of 3 – 17 have ever been diagnosed with ADHD? Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects both children and adults, impacting attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity. Individuals with ADHD often struggle with remembering things, staying…
Did you know that breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the United States? Did you know that breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women in the United States? Before diving into what breast cancer is, it is important to discuss the anatomy of breasts. The…
