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Are You Ready for the Fourth of July?
4th of July should be about parades, grilling and fireworks. It should not be about refilling your prescription. So use our mobile app or website to easily and quickly request a refill, even after-hours. Then simply pick it up and get back to having fun in the sun!
The Price of Complementary Health Approaches
Americans spent $30.2 billion on complementary health approaches in a year, according to a recent analysis.
FDA Approves Device for Weight Loss
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved a new device as a weight management therapy.
A Big Reason to Eat Whole Grains
Eating more whole grains could help reduce your risk of dying prematurely, a new study found.
Statins and Your Heart
For those with ischemic heart disease, statins are recommended. But not all patients may benefit from statins, according to a new JAMA Internal Medicine study.
Rx for Parathyroid Gland Condition Approved
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new medication to treat a disorder of the parathyroid glands.
How Liraglutide May Help the Heart
The diabetes medication liraglutide (brand name Victoza) may reduce patients' risk of cardiovascular complications, a new study found.
The Importance of Folate in Pregnancy
Children of moms who had good folate levels during pregnancy may have a lower risk for childhood obesity, a new study found.
Diabetes and Your Eyes
Those with diabetes who received intensive glucose (sugar) control saw a reduced risk for diabetic eye disease, a new study found.
Which Weight Loss Rx Is Best?
Which weight loss medication is the best? There may actually be a clear answer, according to a new study.