The 5 Ws and 1H of Vaccines
With the COVID-19 pandemic and the growing fear and misinformation surrounding many vaccines, it's important we really understand vaccines.
Pharmacy blog
We don't want you to just be healthy. We want you to understand why and how to be healthy. And we want to be part of your health journey.
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- Jul 12
Pharmacy Offers Big-Town Service with Small-Town Friendliness
Panora Medicap Pharmacy Manager Andrew Knorr and his family have lived at Lake Panorama since 2016.
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- Jul 1
Sunburns and Poison Plants and Bugs – OH MY! Tips to Enjoy Summer Safely
Take steps to protect yourself from sun exposure, poison plants, and bugs so your summer fun doesn't end in pain!
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- Jun 1
We All Age — Here’s How to Age in a Healthy Way
Aging doesn't have to be a decline. There are many things we can do to take control of our health as we age - and our pharmacy can help, too
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- May 5
Medicap Pharmacy Partners with DMU, Orpyx to Prevent Diabetic Foot Amputation
Medicap has been offering diabetic care for years. This program with DMU & Orpyx is an opportunity to reach more people in need of support.
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- May 2
Kids' Health Starts with Mental Health
Mental health includes your emotional well-being and influences your behavior, good and bad. In kids, it also is closely tied to development
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- Apr 1
Med Safety Tips for the Whole Family (Even Four-Legged Members)
Medication concerns cause about 1.3 million ER visits annually. Many visits are preventable if you take the proper steps to use meds safely.
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- Mar 22
Community Pharmacy Champion Receives IPA Legislative Advocate Award
Greg Johansen, president of GRX Holdings (owner of Medicap Pharmacy Central Iowa) has been a pharmacy advocate for decades.
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- Mar 1
Do Spring Blooms Bring Sneezing Gloom? Here’s What to Do About It
Springtime is a time of new growth & getting outdoors…and for people with seasonal allergies, it’s a time of sneezing & sniffling, too.
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- Feb 15
Flu Shots Help Feed Communities Across Central Iowa
We have partnered with the Food Bank of Iowa for the fifth year to vaccinate and feed our community. How did we do? Read to find out!
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- Feb 1
There are NO Signs of High Cholesterol — How do I Manage It?
Cholesterol is part of your body, but how much is too much? Learn why you should know your numbers and what you can do to manage your risk.
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- Jan 4
Make Healthy Changes in a Healthy Way – and Make them Stick!
The new year can be a time for a fresh start. It’s important to set realistic goals that are attainable and sustainable.
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- Dec 1, 2021
Expect More than Convenience from Your Pharmacy
Your medications are personal – and having your meds filled from a warehouse across the country by strangers is the opposite of personal.
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- Nov 1, 2021
Most Smokers Want to Quit – So Why Don’t They?
Tobacco use is the number one cause of preventable death in the U.S., and most adult smokers want to quit. So why don’t they just do it?
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- Oct 1, 2021
6 questions to answer before picking a Medicare Part D Plan
Knowing which Medicare Part D plan is right for you can be difficult. However, there are six key things to consider when reviewing a plan.
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- Sep 1, 2021
5 Healthy Habits to Help Avoid the Flu
To keep you and your family healthy all flu season, let’s look at the 5 best habits to employ to avoid getting and/or spreading the flu.
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- Aug 2, 2021
10 Vaccine Questions, Answered
Not sure how vaccines work? You aren't alone. Let us help you understand how this important part of healthcare functions and protects you.
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- Jul 1, 2021
Does Your Summer Health Routine Include Protecting Your Medications? It Should – Here’s Why
How much sun is TOO much sun? It’s important to remember that the sun and extreme heat can be dangerous for you AND your essential meds.
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- May 11, 2021
Working Out at Home
Are you someone who exercises regularly? If not, it’s okay! It’s never too late to start. Exercise is defined as any movement that makes...
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- Mar 25, 2021
Importance of Immunizations
The Importance of Vaccines for Adults and Children There always seems to be some confusion and misunderstanding around vaccines. Should...
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