Ritch's Pharmacy of Mountain Brook

Cold and flu season is coming – stop by Ritch's Pharmacy to stock up on seasonal supplies! 🤒

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1 in 6 Americans With Diabetes Ration Their Insulin

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/about-1-in-5-americans-with-diabetes-ration-their-insulin-why-thats-dangerous

1 in 6 Americans With Diabetes Ration Their Insulin Around one in six Americans with diabetes may be rationing their life-saving insulin, a new study from Harvard Medical School in Boston and Hunter College in New York suggests.

Eligible for Medicare? Ritch's Pharmacy can help you understand your Med D prescription plan and select the plan that works best for you! Call or stop by to review plans today!

Ritch’s Pharmacy is celebrating National Pharmacy Week and National Pharmacy Technician Day today!
We are so very fortunate to have Barb, Mykel and Jane as part of our Pharmily!

💙 We’re sending a huge shout-out to the pharmacy technicians on the Ritch's Pharmacy team. Thanks for all your hard work! 💚

We offer flu shots. 💉 Stop in today!

COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

Moderna & Pfizer Bivalent Covid Boosters are available
In order to receive the Bivalent Booster please make sure you can answer the following questions:

1. Have you received the first 2 monovalent doses?
[that's the first two doses before boosters ever started]

2. Do you have your COVID VACCINATION RECORD CARD WITH YOU?
-- a picture on your phone or smart device will be accepted

3. Has it been at least 2 months since your last COVID VACCINE BOOSTER?

4. Have you been diagnosed with COVID or tested POSITIVE for COVID within the last 60 days?

Take a moment and see if you have the answers....Thank You

For more information, please visit this link:
https://www.fda.gov/emergency-preparedness-and-response/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/covid-19-bivalent-vaccine-boosters

COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters Updated vaccine boosters authorized for use as a single dose

Happy National Pharmacy Week! Thanks to our wonderful pharmacy colleagues for continuing to make a difference in patient care! 👩‍⚕️

Open enrollment for Medicare begins October 15th. Have you reviewed your current health and drug coverage recently? Now is the time to start thinking about selecting your 2023 plan. For more information, visit www.medicare.gov

Nationwide ADHD medication shortage impacting local pharmacies

Many thanks to FOX 5 WBRC for allowing us to provide updates on recent pharmacy events.

Nationwide ADHD medication shortage impacting local pharmacies The FDA is now declaring a nationwide shortage of Adderall, a medication used to treat ADHD, and the shortage is making its way here to Alabama.

With Medicare Open Enrollment right around the corner, we at Ritch's Pharmacy encourage you to stay informed and choose the right Medicare plan for you! Call us today to learn more.

Did you know that you can explore other plan options during Open Enrollment, even if you already have a Medicare Part D plan? Let us help. Stop by or give us a call today.

North Mobile County represented quite well at the pharmacy today!

What You Can Do Now to Prevent Osteoporosis

Did you know that according to Johns Hopkins Medicine, strong and healthy bones 🦴 are vital to reducing bone loss, osteoporosis, and fractures? Check out what you can do to keep your bones strong and healthy. 💪

What You Can Do Now to Prevent Osteoporosis Learn tips to keep your bones healthy and strong.

Getting your annual flu shot is your best defense against the flu. Stop in for yours!

It's World Mental Health Day! Take the day and cater to yourself and your needs. Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. 🧘‍♀️🏃‍♀️

Did you know that 1 in 8 women develops breast cancer in her lifetime? According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, an estimated 287,500 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women as well as 51,400 new cases of non-invasive breast cancer. This year, Ritch's Pharmacy wants all women aged 40 and over to RISE (Rally In Screening Everyone). Screening mammography is one of the main ways to reduce breast cancer by detecting signs early on. Follow the link below to see all of the exciting initiatives and additional resources that the National Breast Cancer Awareness Association has made for this month.
https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/wp-content/uploads/BCAM-2022-Community-Sharing-Calendar-v2.pdf

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This month, we all stand in solidarity to help raise awareness and support for those who have fought and are currently fighting breast cancer. Together, we can be a spring of hope for those in need. 💕

Strong community pharmacies are vital to providing patients with the best possible healthcare outcomes.

That’s why this we want to remind all our loyal patients of the vital role your pharmacist plays in your health. Pharmacists are an important voice in the community, a listening ear to all who walk through the door, and a true health care partner. As your community Health Mart, Ritch's Pharmacy, our pharmacists are here to help you manage and improve your health. Stop by today and get to know our fantastic pharmacists!

It’s FLU SHOT time and any arm will be great!

Ritch's Pharmacy is proud to work with local family practitioners 🩺 to help keep our community healthy. Thank you for all you do! ❤️

Stay safe by protecting yourself and others from the flu! Take a proactive stance against the flu by getting your flu shot, practicing proper hygiene, being aware of symptoms, and seeking medical attention when necessary. Call us or stop by today for more information on how you can prevent the flu this fall!

What’s the #1 thing you can do to protect yourself and others against the flu this season? 💉 Get your flu shot!

Each child deserves to be the healthiest he or she can be. Whether it’s the amount of exercise they get or the food they eat, today is an excellent opportunity to support the children in your life.

October is American Pharmacist Month! As a Health Mart community pharmacy, Ritch's Pharmacy believes in taking the time to listen and care.💚💙

Flu shots are an essential part of public health. Even if you are at less risk, getting your shot helps protect the whole community. The CDC recommends getting your flu shot 💉 by the end of October! https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/vaccinations.htm

Work hard, play harder. It's Women's Health and Fitness Day, so take care of yourself!

Goodbye sunburns 🥵 and bug bites 🦟, hello sniffles and sneezes 🤧! Whenever fall allergies strike, Ritch's Pharmacy has you covered! 🍁 🍂

It’s back to school season! Do your children have all their required vaccines. Ritch's Pharmacy encourages you to learn more about the vaccines they need to protect themselves and others this school year.

https://www.rxwiki.com/news-article/what-parents-need-know-about-vaccines-their-school-age-children

With the school year in full swing, Ritch's Pharmacy encourages you to learn more about important health issues your children may face this school year. Read the article below to learn more.

https://www.rxwiki.com/news-article/how-get-your-child-ready-safe-and-healthy-return-school

Today is National Family Health & Fitness Day! It also coincides with National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Make today the day you get outside and increase family involvement in physical activity. https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/data/childhood.html

It’s National Pain Awareness Month, and we at Ritch's Pharmacy encourage you to reach out and ask us about treatments that can help you to deal with your discomforts.

It’s hard to say goodbye to summer, but we’re ready to fall in love with fall. Happy first day of autumn! 🍂🍁

Pfizer Bivalent Booster available
Monday through Friday 10am to 4pm
Please bring photo ID, insurance card [if available] and current Covid Vaccine Card

It’s 92 degrees put down the boots McKenzie

6 Tips for Healthy Aging | CDC

What is the secret to healthy aging? Small lifestyle changes can have a big impact, and adopting the habits listed below will start you on the right track.

6 Tips for Healthy Aging | CDC 6 tips for healthy aging: As you age, doing these six things will improve your changes of staying healthy and preventing chronic disease.

Support Pharmacy Access for TRICARE Beneficiaries
Contact your federal legislators and urge them to sign onto letters led by Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) in the Senate and Buddy Carter (R-Ga.) in the house that demand answers from the Department of Defense on the recent TRICARE pharmacy contracts.

Express Scripts (ESI) slashed pharmacy reimbursements for 2023 making it impossible for independent community pharmacies to participate in the Tricare pharmacy network. Moreover, ESI has notified TRICARE beneficiaries that their pharmacy will no longer be in network as of October 24, 2022 instead of the end of December. ESI’s actions are creating disruptions for TRICARE beneficiaries and their caregivers making it more difficult for many to access their necessary prescriptions.
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💙 We are proud to be your community pharmacy – thank you for choosing Ritch's Pharmacy! 💚

Chronic conditions can cause a variety of symptoms impacting quality of life. If you have a chronic condition, check out this Health Mart article to learn what you can do to regain a sense of control over your life and live it to the fullest: https://www.healthmart.com/coping-chronic-condition.html

Keep on Your Feet

According to the CDC, about 36 million falls are reported among older adults each year. Don’t let a fall ruin your fall. Learn how you can keep on your feet and reduce the risk of a fall below.

Keep on Your Feet Falls are not an inevitable part of aging. Learn what you can do to prevent falls.

A grandparent is a little bit parent, a little bit teacher, and a little bit best friend. Happy Grandparents’ Day! 👵🏽👴🏾

Today, and every day, we remember those who lost their lives on 9/11 and those who put the lives of others before theirs. United we stand.

How to Keep Your Brain Fit

As we age, our minds and bodies change. But often, it’s our bodies that get the most attention and our minds come second. Here’s what you can do to keep your brain young and healthy.

How to Keep Your Brain Fit Don't take your brain's powers for granted. Here's what you can do -- throughout your life -- to stay sharp.

Ritch's Pharmacy of Mountain Brook

Covid BIVALENT Booster Vaccine doses are now available at the pharmacy.
Immunization Hours: Monday through Friday 10am to 4pm
Appointments are NOT necessary and Walk-ins are welcome. Please bring with you a photo ID, your Covid Vaccine record card and an Insurance or Medicare card [if available]. There is no charge to you for the vaccine.

Ritch's Pharmacy of Mountain Brook We've been serving the communities of Over The Mountain, Homewood, and Vestavia Hills since 1947. Our 4 pharmacists have over 100 years of experience and our friendly staff will treat you like family.

It’s September and we are up for cake. Luckily Susanna has a birthday this week and she let us celebrate with cake on Tuesday — Happy Birthday Susanna🎂❤️

Too often, we neglect our own care for other priorities, like work or family. While these things are important, this month is a reminder that taking care of yourself matters, too.

Happy Labor Day! Whether getting away for the long weekend or simply kicking back and relaxing, as summer draws to a close make the most of it.

Fall allergy season is on the way! Are you ready? Don’t spend all season sneezing. 🤧 Refill your seasonal allergy prescriptions at Ritch's Pharmacy!