Keep Out the Cold

Keeping

by MAKAYLA SHIRLEY, PHARMD PHARMACIST IN CHARGE- MOYE’S LOCUST GROVE

It is the most wonderful time of the year. Winter is almost here, meaning many holiday celebrations and time well spent with family and friends is upon us.

In the midst of the fast-paced winter holiday season, do not forget to spend time taking care of yourself, too. Beyond all of the joys that winter brings, it also brings the common cold, the flu, and other respiratory infections that are not as wonderful. Helpful items to stock at home are tissues, humidifiers or vaporizers, fluids (water and Bioltye), cough, cold and flu medications, cough drops and/or throat lozenges, pain relievers, and decongestants.

Additionally, following these tips will lessen your risk of receiving the gift of illness:

Eat healthy and exercise. Consume appropriate amounts of immune boosting vitamins, whether it be from foods or vitamin supplements. Be up to date on all vaccines. Cover your coughs and sneezes. Lastly, wash your hands and avoid close contact with anyone who is sick.

If these don’t prove to be enough and you still find yourself feeling under the weather, drop into one of our local Moye’s Pharmacy locations for testing, a large over the counter section, any prescription needs, and a one-on-one consultation with any of our experienced pharmacists to find the best plan to get you back happy and healthy this holiday season!

To find a location near you, visit us at MoyesPharmacy.com.