Multitudes of depression treatment drugs have been developed over the past few decades, with incredible advancements in treating depression happening every day. However, mental health remains an uncharted field in many respects, and there are still patients for whom traditional medications are...

It isn’t easy, loving someone through hard times. When your loved one is living with depression, it can feel like there are more hard times than good. Watching a family member or loved one struggle can make you feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and helpless. But there are things you can do to...

Commonly referred to as antidepressants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a classification of prescription medication designed to treat moderate to severe depression . They’ve grown in popularity thanks to their effectiveness, and their propensity to cause fewer side...

Walmart launches cheaper rapid-acting insulin In June, Walmart announced its plans to sell its own private brand analog insulin, ReliOn Novolog (insulin aspart) at significantly lower prices than the currently available brands. As any diabetic will tell you, insulin prices have skyrocketed in...

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Quick Stats: People of all ages can suffer from high cholesterol, and it is estimated that 38% of all Americans have unhealthy levels. In 2015–2016, more than 12% of adults age 20 and older had total cholesterol higher than 240 mg/dL, and more than 18% had high-density lipoprotein (HDL,...

Quick Stats: 45% of American adults (108 million) have hypertension Only 1 in 4 with hypertension have it under control Nearly half (45%) of those with uncontrolled hypertension have a blood pressure of 140/90 mm Hg or higher What is High Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force of...

Nearly a month into spring and as plants start to bloom and we edge towards summer, many Americans are struggling with the return of their seasonal allergies and the high pollen count. Around 8 percent of adults in the US suffer from hay fever, and when pollen season gets going in early spring, a...

As the vaccination program gains momentum, many Americans will be looking forward to a return to something resembling normal life. Speaking to CNN's Dana Bash, Dr Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, suggested the US may be be “approaching a...

The COVID-19 vaccination program is the largest international vaccination campaign in history. The latest figures compiled by Bloomberg suggest more than 6 million vaccinations are being administered daily across the world, with around 1.28 million doses per day in the US alone… Where do...

At the start of this new year, many of us will be setting goals for 2021 and looking to put a difficult 2020 behind us. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many Americans are looking at ways to improve their personal health and fitness, something reflected in an end of year YouGov poll, which...

What is insulin? Insulin is a hormone, produced in the pancreas, that regulates many of the body’s metabolic processes that provide cells with energy. The body uses insulin to process glucose, a sugar found in many carbohydrates, for energy. It enables cells in the muscles, fat and liver to...

Medication is a crucial tool to diagnose, treat and prevent disease and illness, but there are many forms and different routes of administration available on pharmacy shelves, and understanding the options available can be a challenge. Even familiar over-the-counter medicines such as Zyrtec or...

Look through the drawers and cupboards of most households in the United States it’s likely you’ll find a blister pack or pill bottle with out-of-date or expired medication tucked away somewhere. So what should you do with these medicines? Are they safe to use, and if not, how should you...

It’s that time of the year when the temperature starts to drop, winter weather is setting in, and more and more people will be coming down with a cold or flu . It is always important to stay healthy during the colder months, but with the COVID-19 pandemic still a major problem throughout the...

Seasonal allergies affect millions of people across the United States every year. Around 8% percent of Americans, both adults and children, suffer from hay fever (allergic rhinitis) and around 50 million live with some form of allergy. During the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, even those who deal...

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a new disease, and as scientists round the world gather information and data, we continue to learn more about the virus. Among the things we do know is that certain groups are at greater risk of developing serious complications if they contract SARS-CoV-2 (the...

We live in difficult times, and with much of the country locked down to prevent the spread of COVID-19, millions of us are adjusting to a life in quarantine, self-isolation, or abiding by social distancing guidelines. For most of us, the primary concern is the danger COVID-19 poses to our physical...

During the ongoing emergency, it is vitally important that you take care of your health and take steps to ensure you have an adequate supply of your medications. We have brought together some tips and advice on how to manage your prescriptions and medication needs during this difficult time....

Hola Doctor Farmacia understands that you will want to stay informed with reliable facts during the ongoing coronavirus emergency. We have brought together key information and the latest advice from official sources to help you and your family stay safe during this difficult time. The information...