Walnut Hill Pharmacy Inc.

Walnut Hill Pharmacy Inc. Petersburg's Hometown Pharmacy for Over 50 Years! Walnut Hill Pharmacy is more than just a pharmacy...it's a part of a community of great neighbors and people!

For years, the residents of the Tri-Cities and neighboring towns have trusted Walnut Hill Pharmacy with the care of their loved ones. The friendly and personable staff take time to answer questions, contact the physician, and make recommendations on items their customers rely on. The owners of Walnut Hill Pharmacy continue the tradition of a hometown pharmacy with a customer-focus by adding new products and services to best serve the needs of our neighbors. Come see how we are growing with our community by stopping in today!

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.

01/15/2026

Vitamin D3 May Slow Aging

Telomeres are the protective caps at the ends of our chromosomes. Telomeres get shorter with age, and their shortening is associated with age-related diseases. A recent study randomized participants, with half receiving 2,000 IU of vitamin D3 a day and the other half receiving a placebo. Results of the study found that telomere shortening in leukocytes (a type of white blood cell) was significantly less in the vitamin D3 group than in the placebo group. Researchers estimated that this effect might be equal to about a 3-year reduction in biological aging. More study is needed to see whether the benefit applies across all ethnicities.

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.

12/18/2025

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.

11/22/2025

Safe Handling Of Turkey

Experts say not to wash the bird before cooking, because the cooking process kills any surface bacteria. Not washing it also prevents bacteria from being splashed around your kitchen. Thaw a frozen turkey in the refrigerator in a shallow baking pan to prevent juices from dripping onto other foods. Allow 24 hours of thawing time for every 5 lbs. of turkey. During preparation, wash your hands and kitchen surfaces often to avoid spreading bacteria. Cook the turkey until it reaches a temperature of 165 to 170 degrees in the breast and 180 degrees in the thickest part of the thigh. Cook stuffing separately.

11/13/2025

Exercise & Mood Disorders

A new review of data from 375 clinical trials involving about 38,000 kids ages 5 to 18 concluded that regular exercise can reduce mood disorders in children and teens. According to the analysis, it may even prove to be an alternative to medications. Depression symptoms showed the most improvement with moderate-intensity exercise that was a mix of aerobic and strength training routines. Anxiety improved through low-intensity resistance training such as lifting light weights. The workouts didn't need to be every day to see benefits; 1 to 3 times a week was enough.

11/04/2025

Benefits Of Black Tea

Most of the benefits of black tea come from theaflavins. These are antioxidants that protect against many chronic diseases. Drinking black tea promotes heart health. It may help lower cholesterol and reduce heart disease risk. Consuming black tea may also reduce the risk of stroke. The caffeine and L-theanine in it may improve focus. Drinking unsweetened black tea may lower blood glucose levels and improve blood sugar management. Drinking at least two cups of black tea a day reduces the risk of death from any cause by 13%. One study found that it reduces the risk of squamous cell carcinoma skin cancer.

10/27/2025

Movement Is Medicine

Walking more and at a quicker pace may reduce the risk of cardiac events, according to new research. Researchers studied 36,000 people with hypertension and found that beginning at 2,300 steps a day, each additional 1,000 steps was associated with a 17% reduced risk of major heart and blood vessel problems. There was also a 9% lower risk of heart attack, a 22% lower risk of heart failures and a 24% reduced risk of stroke. Also, walking briskly (about 100 steps per minute) was linked to a 30% drop in serious cardiovascular events. If you've been sedentary, ease into it and work up to your goal number of steps and pace.

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1950 S Sycamore Street
Petersburg, VA
23805

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Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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