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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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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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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...

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...

Feb 4, 2021

Fight Back Against The “Silent Killer:” High Blood Pressure

High Blood Pressure (HBP) often times has no symptoms but can damage blood vessels and lead to some serious health problems if not...

Jan 22, 2021

Helping Communities Across Central Iowa

By combining proper nutrition and timely vaccinations, our most vulnerable citizens are better equipped to face a challenging Iowa winter.

Jan 4, 2021

Medications mailed to your home. Are they safe?

It’s a world of technology and accessibility. With online shopping, fast shipping, and one-click purchases available at our fingertips,...

Dec 8, 2020

How Stress Relates to Heart Disease

To say that 2020 has been a stressful year would likely be an understatement for many of us and learning how to manage that stress was a...