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11/11/2025

With the recent announcement that Doritos is changing it's recipe for a healthier alternative, it's more important to understand why this is happening!

Click the link below to learn more!

It’s strange when one of America’s most iconic snacks announces that is undergoing a change. If you haven’t heard, Doritos, with its variety of flavors all over the shelves, is committing to a new recipe, one that is healthier. Every day, we are inundated with food advertising that promises fl...

11/07/2025

Fighting Inflammation Starts with Your Plate

Small changes make a big difference. Adding foods like berries, leafy greens, nuts, fatty fish, and turmeric to your meals can help calm inflammation and support overall health.

Simple choices, stronger you.

As always, check with your primary care physician or dietitian to build a plan that works for you!

11/03/2025

Tired all the time? Your sleep might be raising your blood sugar.

Most people know diet and exercise affect diabetes risk — but did you know lack of sleep can too?
Getting fewer than 6 hours of rest each night can make your body more resistant to insulin, causing higher blood sugar and increasing the risk of prediabetes or type 2 diabetes.

This American Diabetes Month, take a moment to check in on your sleep habits:

Aim for 7–8 hours per night
Talk to your provider if you snore or have trouble staying asleep
Ask about a simple blood sugar test

Good rest is more than a recharge — it’s a vital part of diabetes prevention.

There’s a 37-year-old man — let’s call him Dane — who spends his evenings wide awake long after the day should be over. His shift starts at 7:00 a.m. and ends around 4:30, and when he gets home, he cooks his own dinner and takes his time eating it. Apart from the early start, he’s in no ru...

10/27/2025

Living with arthritis isn’t easy — but small changes can make a big difference.

Start simple:
Add anti-inflammatory foods like leafy greens, berries, and salmon.
Move your body gently each day.
Stay hydrated and get enough rest.

While there’s no cure, you can ease the pain and protect your joints with daily habits that support your bones and muscles.

At Good Graces Pharmacy, we’re here to help you build a plan that works for you — one step (and one meal) at a time.

https://goodgracesrx.com/arthritis-and-inflammation-a-way-to-help-protect-your-joints/

10/16/2025

October is also National Dental Hygiene Month!

Your smile says a lot about your health—take care of it.

Did you know that good oral hygiene not only keeps your teeth bright but also helps prevent serious conditions like gum disease and endocarditis (a heart infection caused by bacteria entering the bloodstream through the mouth)?

This month, focus on the basics:
-Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
-Floss daily and rinse with mouthwash.
-Limit sugary snacks and drinks.
-Schedule a professional cleaning and check-up.

Make your appointment today and encourage your loved ones to do the same!

It’s National Dental Hygiene Month – a time to celebrate the importance of keeping our smiles beaming and our gums healthy.

10/10/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Early detection saves lives!

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers, but when found early, it’s highly treatable. This month, take a moment to:

• Learn the signs and symptoms.
• Talk to your healthcare provider about screening.
• Schedule your mammogram if you’re due.
• Support those affected by sharing resources and wearing pink.

Knowledge and action can make all the difference.
Encourage your loved ones to prioritize their health and join the conversation this October.

Together, we can raise awareness, offer support, and save lives!

Not long ago, a woman in her early thirties began noticing an unusual reaction in her body. At first, she had no idea these subtle symptoms were connected to breast cancer. After all, who expects to face such a diagnosis at such a young age?

07/29/2025

Are you aware of the distinction between heat exhaustion and heat stroke?

Without access to a cool area, today's temperatures can pose significant health risks.

Recognize the warning signs. Check on seniors and other neighbors as well as those working in the heat.

07/29/2025

The heat continues to scorch our area.

Dangerous heat continues through Wednesday, with heat index values around 100° to 113°F each afternoon/early evening. Heat exhaustion, heat stroke, dehydration, and little nighttime heat relief are all hazards.

07/29/2025

Do your part to help our city and county utilities today. We will be closing down non-essential computers and lights to help the power grid!

Due to the extreme high temperatures, Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative is entering a peak alert period. Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative is asking members to alternate the use of major appliances, including washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens and stoves from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. If a peak electrical demand is reached it could cost the cooperative and members hundreds of thousands of dollars in the future. This is a peak alert period, from now until 7 p.m. Remember you can make a difference.

07/22/2025

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07/18/2025

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07/04/2025

Parade is starting! Look for your pharmacist in a green firetruck with Eleven Point Fire Department! 🔥