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Bubba's Medicine Shop

Bubba's Medicine Shop is just what the doctor ordered! We have real hometown service and help you get the most out of your health care dollar.

Bubba's Medicine Shop is local independent pharmacy that has been serving the Opelika, Auburn, and Lee County area since 1976. Bubba's offers free delivery, prescription compounding, immunization services, specialty medication packaging, durable medical equipment, and real customer service. Come let the medication experts at Bubba's Medicine Shop take care of you. We are just what the doctor ordered.

02/14/2026

Coffee & AFib Recurrence

Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is an irregular heartbeat in which the chambers of the heart don't work together as they should, which may cause the heart to beat faster. A recent study found that drinking 1 cup of caffeinated coffee a day reduces a person's risk of recurrent AFib episodes. In this study, 200 adults with persistent AFib, who were also coffee drinkers, were randomly selected either to drink 1 cup of caffeinated coffee a day or to abstain from caffeine for 6 months. At the end of the study, researchers found that the coffee group reduced their risk of AFib recurrence by 39%.

02/04/2026

Life’s Essential 8

February is Heart Month. The American Heart Association recommends a framework of eight factors toward improving your cardiovascular health. They call these “Life's Essential 8.” They are: eat a healthy diet, get regular exercise, avoid smoking, get adequate sleep, maintain a healthy weight, manage blood pressure, control cholesterol, and maintain healthy blood sugar levels. These changes are inexpensive and are possible for most people.

01/30/2026

Walking & Alzheimer's Risk

Walking even just 3,000 steps a day may lower the risk of Alzheimer's in older adults, according to new research. This benefit was also seen in older adults who already had high levels of amyloid-beta, a protein that may play a large role in the disease’s development. Researchers found that among older participants with higher levels of amyloid-beta, those who walked fewer than 3,000 steps a day showed quicker cognitive decline than those who walked 3,000 to 5,000 steps a day. Overall, the study discovered that participants who walked 3,000 to 5,000 steps per day slowed cognitive decline by an average of 3 years. Those who did 5,000 to 7,500 steps a day delayed cognitive decline by about 7 years.

01/26/2026

The good folks at KLM Tasty Donuts Breakfast and Coffee brought by a nice sampling of their goodness. You won’t be disappointed to stop by their new 2nd Ave location and taste these delicious donuts yourself.

01/09/2026

Dancing Reduces Depression

A new study analysis suggests that one of the best forms of exercise for reducing the symptoms of depression is dancing. It was better than walking, jogging, tai chi, yoga and strength training. Researchers analyzed studies involving more than 14,000 people and found that moderate reductions in symptoms were made with all forms of exercise. However, dancing stood out as the best, with the largest reduction in depression symptoms of any treatment, including medications and cognitive behavioral therapy. Dancing combines physical activity, social interaction and cognitive challenges. It improves mood and reduces stress. Benefits appear with about 2-1/2 hours of dancing per week.

12/30/2025

Managing SAD

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that usually occurs during fall and winter, when shorter days means less sunlight. One treatment for SAD, light therapy, involves daily exposure to a special sunlight-mimicking lightbox, which triggers a brain response that may boost mood. Another treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy that helps identify and change negative behaviors and thought patterns. Medication is sometimes prescribed for more severe cases. Staying active, social interaction with family and friends, a healthy diet, getting outdoors, and enjoying favorite activities can make a big difference.

12/22/2025

All Christmas gift items are now 40% off! Come get your last minute gifts!

12/18/2025

Music & Dementia Risk

Regularly listening to music after age 70 appears to be linked to significant reduction in dementia risk, according to a new study. Researchers analyzed data on about 10,000 older adults and discovered people from this age range who consistently listened to music had a 39% reduced risk of developing dementia. The study looked at how both listening to and/or playing music was related to cognitive health. These people also had a 17% lower incidence of cognitive impairment, overall higher scores on cognitive tests and better episodic memory. Experts suggest music that's personally meaningful or favorite songs from your past.

12/13/2025

Tips To Dodge Diabetes

One of the best ways to prevent diabetes is to manage your weight; lose extra pounds. Eat healthier; cut carbohydrates to lower blood sugar, especially white flour, sweets, added sugars, juices and sweetened beverages. Replace unhealthy carbs with unsaturated fats, such as olive or avocado oil, nuts and fish. Eat non-starchy vegetables. Exercise regularly; aim for 30 to 60 minutes a day of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise, such as brisk walking. Exercise helps manage blood sugar levels. Know your blood pressure, A1c and cholesterol numbers. Manage stress; stress can increase blood sugar levels. Limit alcohol intake, and if you smoke, quit.

12/04/2025

Wake-Up Call For Parents

Limiting screen time for kids may protect their long-term heart and metabolic health. New research links excessive screen time to greater risk of cardiometabolic issues such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and insulin resistance in kids and teens. Experts tracked the health, sleep and tech data on adolescents who were followed from birth and analyzed their body composition at age 10 or 18. They were given risk scores based on waist circumference, systolic BP, HDL cholesterol, triglycerides and glucose. The study found that each extra hour spent on their phone or tablet or in front of the TV was linked with a significant increase in cardiometabolic risk.

11/28/2025

Lifestyle Impacts Brain Health

According to a new study, lifestyle changes can slow cognitive decline; however, a structured program can amplify the benefits. The 2,111 participants ages 60 to 79 were cognitively healthy, but completely sedentary and at higher risk for dementia because of health issues. Half the group had a very structured intervention including supervised exercise, dietary counseling following the MIND diet, cognitive and social engagement activities and regular health monitoring. The self-guided group had similar recommendations but with less structure. Both groups improved cognitively, but the structured one more so.

11/24/2025

All gifts and clothing items are 40% off this week!! Come shop with us!

Address

512 2nd Avenue
Opelika, AL
36801

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm

Website

http://www.bubbasonline.com/

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