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12 hours ago

Are your spring allergies feeling worse than ever this year? You’re not imagining it—the climate changing may be making allergy season longer and more intense. Find out what the research says and how to prepare.

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Seasonal Allergies Likely To Grow Worse Under Climate Change

Spring is officially here, and with it comes watery eyes, stuffy noses and constant sneezing for people with seasonal allergies.And climate change means things are only going to get worse for allergy suf...

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1 day ago

Can your pet bring you as much joy as your partner or best friend? A new study says yes — your furry companion might be the key to a happier, more satisfying life. Learn why pets could be your ultimate source of happiness!

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Pets May Boost Happiness As Much As Family or Friends

Your cat might not do the dishes, and your dog probably can’t fix your Wi-Fi, but they could be making you just as happy as a spouse or best friend.A new study found that having a furry friend may boost your overall life satisfaction as much as being married or regularly spending tim...

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2 days ago

What if the solution to caring for aging loved ones isn't hiring more help, but working together as a community? A new kind of co-op could be the answer to filling the caregiving gap — and it’s already showing promise.

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Co-ops Offer Welcome Alternative For Home Care Workers

There are all sorts of co-ops – credit unions, employee-owned businesses, utility providers, farmers’ cooperatives.But a new type of co-op might be the key to caring for aging Americans amid a shortage of paid caregivers, a new study suggests.Home care cooperatives could...

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3 days ago

Have you ever struggled to sleep during a heatwave that just won’t let up—even at night? It turns out, those relentless hot days and nights could be doing more than just making you uncomfortable—they might be putting your heart at serious risk. Learn why “compound heatwaves” are more dangerous than you think.

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Heart-Related Deaths More Likely During Day/Night Heatwaves

More people die from heart problems during heatwaves where high temperatures stretch through both the day and night, a new study says.Heatwaves that offer no relief at night -- known as compound heatwaves -- are much more deadly than soaring daytime temperatures alone, researchers reported...

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4 days ago

Have you ever noticed feeling more anxious, irritable, or down during days filled with wildfire smoke? It’s not just in your head—new research shows a link between short-term exposure to smoke-filled air and a spike in mental health issues. Find out how poor air quality could be affecting your mind as much as your lungs.

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Wildfire Smoke Increases Risk Of Mental Health Problems

Smoke from wildfires driving you mad?You’re not alone, a new study says.Short-term exposure to air choked with wildfire smoke increases peopl...

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5 days ago

Thinking about knee replacement surgery or supporting someone who is? Ever wonder what recovery actually looks like—how long the pain lasts, when you can walk again, or when life starts to feel normal?
Dr. Ayesha Abdeen, chief of hip and knee replacement surgery at Boston Medical Center, shares what to expect every step of the way—from day one to getting back to doing what you love.

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Knee Replacement Recovery Time: What You Need To Know

Wondering what recovery is really like after knee replacement surgery? Dr. Ayesha Abdeen, chief of hip and knee replacement surgery at Boston Medical Center, breaks down exactly what to expect -- from manag...

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1 week ago

Struggling to find time to exercise during the week? You're not alone—and the good news is, you might not have to! A new study shows that “weekend warriors” who squeeze all their workouts into just one or two days can get similar health benefits to those who spread their activity out during the week. Could this be the fitness flexibility we’ve all been waiting for?

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'Weekend Warriors' Reap Similar Health Benefits As Steady Exercisers

Life is busy, and some folks simply don’t have time until the weekend to work out.Turns out, that’s just fine for their health, a new study suggests.“Weekend warriors” who cram their week’s exercise into one or two days appear to gain as much benefit as...

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1 week ago

Have you heard of dysphagia? Most people haven’t—but maybe you should. While insomnia and vertigo are widely recognized (even inspiring movie titles), a condition called dysphagia—which affects swallowing—is actually more common. Yet, only 25% of Americans are aware of it, according to a new study. Why is this condition so overlooked, and who is at risk?

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Swallowing Disorder Not Widely Known, Understood By Public

Insomnia and vertigo are health conditions so well-known that movies have been named after them.But only a quarter of Americans know about a co...

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1 week ago

Could the air and water near you be affecting your health? We already know that microplastics are everywhere—from the ocean to our drinking water. But a new study suggests they could also be linked to higher rates of high blood pressure, diabetes, and strokes in U.S. shoreline communities. How much are these tiny particles impacting our health?

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Microplastics Linked To High Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Stroke

Microplastics appear to be contributing to chronic diseases in shoreline areas of the United States, a new study suggests.High blood pressure, diabetes and str...

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1 week ago

Could a single shot help prevent heart attacks and strokes? Many people know about cholesterol, but a lesser-known risk factor called Lp(a) could also play a major role in heart disease. A new drug from Eli Lilly, lepodisiran, has been shown to lower Lp(a) levels by 94% with just one injection. Could this be a game-changer for heart health?

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New Drug May Cut Sudden Heart Risk by 94%

A new drug may help protect millions of people from heart attacks and strokes by lowering a little-known risk factor in the blood.The drug, made by Eli Lilly and called

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2 weeks ago

Could your smartwatch help you stay active—especially with diabetes? A new study found that people with type 2 diabetes were more likely to start and stick with an exercise routine when using a smartwatch for feedback and motivation. Could wearable tech be the key to better health?

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Smartwatches Can Help People Control Diabetes Through Exercise

Wearing a smartwatch might do more than track steps (or your texts) -- it could be a powerful tool for helping people with type 2 diabetes stay active, a new study says.Participants were more likely ...

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2 weeks ago

Could a simple citrus oil help cancer patients find relief? Dry mouth is a painful and common side effect of radiation treatments, making eating and speaking difficult. Researchers from the University of South Australia and Stanford University have developed a natural formula using limonene, a citrus oil found in lemons, limes, and oranges. Could this natural remedy change cancer care?

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Citrus Oil Formula May Relieve Dry Mouth for Cancer Patients

A new formula made with natural citrus oil could help cancer patients find relief from dry mouth, a common and painful side effect of radiation treatments.The formula was created by researchers at...

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5 months ago

Welcome to Pharmana Pharmacy!

We have all of the Pechin Pharmacy prescription files here.

You can continue filling your prescriptions under Pechin Pharmacy until the name change is complete, or your medical professional can always find us by our telephone number. 724-626-9600.

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Visit us at the Lower Level of the Health First Building on Route 119 in Dunbar PA.

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