Springtown Pharmacy

Before Halloween, get your flu shot! 🎃💉

For the best protection throughout flu season, the CDC recommends getting vaccinated by the end of October. Talk with our pharmacy team about getting your flu shot and staying protected this season.

Health Literacy Month is a good time to make sure you understand the medications you take. 💊

When you pick up a prescription, take a moment to review the label, including the dose, how often to take it, and any special instructions. Pay attention to information about food, timing, storage, or possible interactions, too.

If something on your label is confusing or you’re not sure how to take your medication, ask your pharmacist. We’re here to answer your questions and help you feel confident about your medications.

Fall is a season of new routines—and it could be the perfect time for a fresh start with your pharmacy. 🍂 If you’re looking for more personalized service, convenient prescription care, and a pharmacy that’s here when you need us, transferring your prescriptions can be simple.
Ready to make the switch? Stop by or give us a call at (817) 220-7927 to get started.

🍂 Fall is full of fresh flavors!

Eating seasonal produce is a delicious way to add more vitamins, minerals, and fiber to your meals. Whether you're roasting vegetables, adding fruit to snacks, or making a hearty soup, choosing in-season produce is an easy way to support your overall health.

COPD can develop slowly, and early symptoms are easy to overlook. Watch for signs like:

• Ongoing cough or increased mucus
• Shortness of breath
• Wheezing or chest tightness
If you’ve noticed changes in your breathing, talk with your healthcare provider. Early diagnosis can help with symptom management and quality of life.

Learn more: https://www.health.harvard.edu/respiratory-health/copd-symptoms-how-to-spot-them-early

Growing older is a part of life—aging well is a lifelong commitment. 💙

This Healthy Aging Month, focus on the habits that help you thrive: staying active, eating well, caring for your mental health, and staying connected. Small steps today can support a healthier tomorrow.

Learn more about healthy aging from the National Institute on Aging: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/healthy-aging/what-do-we-know-about-healthy-aging

Natural disasters like floods, fires, and power outages can ruin medications. ⚠️ 💊

FDA guidance recommends preparing ahead: keep an updated medication list, protect your supplies, and plan early refills. If you've been through an emergency, inspect your meds carefully as heat or unsafe water can make them ineffective.

🛑 Not sure if your medication is safe? Talk to your pharmacist.

🔗 Learn more from the FDA: https://www.fda.gov/drugs/emergency-preparedness-drugs/safe-drug-use-after-natural-disaster

If you’re dealing with lice at home, the most important thing to know is this: it’s common, treatable, and does NOT reflect cleanliness.

Treatment typically starts with an OTC lice shampoo, followed by careful nit combing and a repeat treatment about 7–10 days later to fully break the life cycle. Consistency is key.

For a simple, step-by-step guide, visit Johns Hopkins Medicine:
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/no-panic-guide-to-head-lice-treatment

Tick season is here, and prevention is your best protection! 🌿🪲

Ticks thrive in grassy, wooded, and brushy outdoor areas. If you find one attached, don't panic. Just remove it promptly using fine-tipped tweezers, clean the area thoroughly, and keep an eye out for any unusual symptoms over the next few weeks.

🎒 Heading outdoors? Stay safe with this helpful article: https://www.nationalforests.org/article/here-is-what-you-need-to-know-to-stay-safe-during-tick-season/

How many can you check off? ☀️🏖️🍦