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National Sleep Awareness Week (March 1–7)

March 1, 2021 by kmurray97

Many individuals have trouble falling asleep at night, which can harmful for overall wellbeing. Studies show that adults need 7-9 hours of sleep every night to feel alert and well rested for the day. If sleep is disrupted chronically, it can lead to weight gain, a weakened immune system, and even risk for developing heart… Read more

Team RED

February 22, 2021 by laurendonoghueavk

February’s forecast may show freezing temperatures, but with all the love in the air things will surely heat up. But despite the flowers, chocolates and notes, there’s another reason to see red. This month is the time to bring awareness to cardiovascular disease. Check out the link below and learn more on how you can take… Read more

Celebrating African American History Month

February 15, 2021 by takelly01

Carter G Woodson, a distinguished African American author, editor, publisher, and historian (December 1875-April 1950) believed that African American people should know their past in order to participate intelligently in the affairs of the country. He firmly believed that African American history is a foundation for young African Americans to build on in order to… Read more

Ten Myths About Heart Health

February 8, 2021 by dawnrmartinavk

Knowing that each year heart attacks kill more people than cancers, many people are adopting a heart healthy lifestyle. But, some myths about heart health remain. Cleveland Clinic has an in-depth post about heart health myths. Here are the myths with a little added research. Myth 1: You only get heart disease if it runs… Read more

Could Adequate Vitamin D Levels Lower Your Risk for Severe COVID-19?

February 1, 2021 by dawnrmartinavk

Vitamin D is sometimes called the “sunshine vitamin” because it is produced in your skin in response to sunlight. You can also get it through certain foods such as oily fish, red meat and egg yolks. It is vital in regulating the absorption of calcium and phosphorus as well as maintaining a normal immune system.… Read more

A Day in the Life of a Pharmacy Buyer…. Annette Griffin (Atrium Health Union)

January 25, 2021 by leighannkelley

As a Unit Dose sales rep with AvKARE, I have relationships with hundreds of pharmacy buyers across the southeastern US. Building relationships and getting to know my buyers is what I love most about my job! I love the ability to solve problems for my buyers, I love making their life easier, and I just… Read more

How does stress affect the immune system?

January 18, 2021 by maleiahcreeger

How does stress affect the immune system? As we enter one of the busiest times of the year, I think it is important to always remember the negative impact stress has on our bodies. As the article states, Stress can take a toll on your mind, body, and immune system. Did you know that if… Read more

Generic vs. Brand: Is There a Difference?

January 11, 2021 by AvkareJanneke

Generic vs. Brand: Is there a difference?

How to avoid multiple medication interactions

January 4, 2021 by kokolowicz

How to avoid multiple medication interactions.

Benefits of Unit Dose

December 28, 2020 by leighannkelley

Benefits of Unit Dose

Know Your Healthcare Numbers

December 21, 2020 by sandybtcb

Know your healthcare numbers.

HIIPA-The Jumpstart to Getting Fit Without a Gym

December 14, 2020 by kmurray97

Jumpstart to getting fit without a Gym

Want a Fast Path into the Healthcare Field?

December 7, 2020 by sandybtcb

Want a fast path into the Healthcare Field?

Solutions & Support

November 30, 2020 by kaitlindonoghue

Buyers support and solutions.

Zinc… Who Would’ve Thought?!?

November 23, 2020 by lndecker

Zinc… Who would have thought?!

Four Keyways to Naturally Boost Your Immune System

November 16, 2020 by dawnrmartinavk

Four ways to Naturally Boost your Immune System!

Digital Health and Digital Therapeutics

November 9, 2020 by leighannkelley

Digital Health and Therapeutics

How to deal with Allergies during a tough season.

November 2, 2020 by maleiahcreeger

Baptist Health Kentucky is a wonderful partner in my territory! Recently, I found out they have an online blog themselves, so I decided to check it out and found some great reads! Below is one that I found particularly interesting considering the change in seasons coming up! Allergies: While there is no cure to seasonal… Read more