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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 5, 20223 min read
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
May 2, 20226 min read
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.
Apr 1, 20225 min read
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 21, 20222 min read
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.
Mar 1, 20225 min read
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 15, 20221 min read
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.
Feb 1, 20225 min read
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.
Jan 4, 20226 min read
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.
Dec 1, 20216 min read
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?
Nov 1, 20216 min read
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.
Oct 1, 20215 min read
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.
Sep 1, 20214 min read
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.
Aug 2, 20216 min read
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.
Jul 1, 20215 min read
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...
May 11, 20216 min read
Importance of Immunizations
The Importance of Vaccines for Adults and Children There always seems to be some confusion and misunderstanding around vaccines. Should...
Mar 25, 20215 min read
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...
Feb 4, 20215 min read
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 22, 20212 min read
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,...
Jan 4, 20211 min read
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...
Dec 8, 20204 min read
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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 as a trusted healthcare resource.
Have questions on any topic here? Stop by one of our locations and visit with a pharmacist!
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