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Got GERD?

Experts estimate that anywhere from 18 to 28% of American adults suffer from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Here at Tablets Pharmacy, that number doesn’t surprise us at all as many of our customers ask us about medications to relieve heartburn pain. GERD is essentially chronic heartburn. Most patients understand it’s painful, but don’t believe it’s...

Superbugs!

The development of the first antibiotic took place over 100 years ago and our human average lifespans took a gigantic leap forward. In fact, doctors credit the discovery and subsequent advancement of antibiotics with adding 23 years to the average lifespan. We here at Tablets Pharmacy think that’s simply amazing – and we would imagine...

Should I Eat Before Taking Medications?

If your medication isn’t labeled “take with food” should you take it on an empty stomach? At Tablets Pharmacy, we know that one of the surest ways to get medicine absorbed quickly and distributed throughout the body effectively is to ingest it orally – to swallow it.  We also know that one of the best...

Should Fish Oil Be Part of A Daily Health Routine?

Nearly 19 million U.S. adults take fish oil supplements each day, hoping to increase their intake of omega-3 fatty acids. Most people have not asked their pharmacists or health care providers about the supplements and have just added them to their daily regimen in hopes of improving their health.  This concerns Jalal Mataria of Tablets...

Good Morning, Sunshine!

Since childhood, we’ve been told that Vitamin D is important for growing strong bones. Between a tall glass of cold milk at dinner and enjoying a few hours of sunshine each day, enabling our bodies to create Vitamin D, getting enough of this important nutrient was simple. However, as we age, it’s no longer simple...

Reduce Health-Impacting Falls In Your Facility

Falls are one of the most preventable causes of broken bones and head injuries in your residents. Avoiding the serious decline in health that such injuries cause is vital to keeping your community active and engaged.  Even without any injury, when a resident falls, they typically become very afraid of falling again. This fear causes...

Why EHR is a Great Idea for Your Facility

When one of your residents has a sudden unexpected health crisis, having complete information could make all the difference for a successful outcome. It’s vital to know the medications and supplements they received in the last 24 -48 hours, any special needs and their medical and health history immediately. Electronic health records (EHR) help you...