Lice Can Be Tough Customers
"Dear Pharmacist,A friend of mine has had very resistant head lice for over a year. She’s tried every conventional treatment sold over the counter, some homemade remedies, and even prescribed shampoos,…
The Woman Puzzle… Solved! : )
Ok, I am 46 years old, and have finally figured out my wife, for that matter, maybe all women. My wife, Suzy has always rationalized buying more new clothes by telling…
Lectures To Our Children
by Sam Cohen DC The other day I was giving "unsolicited" for advice to my 16 year old girl. I originally started offering my advice to her when she about…
Refrain from Blame in Travolta Death
Published 1-10-09 Dear Pharmacist, I read about the tragic death of John Travolta’s son, Jett. It feels senseless to me and other members of my church. I think that it was…
Do’s and Don’ts During Gestational Diabetes
Published January 10, 2009"Dear Pharmacist,My wife is pregnant with our first child and was told she has gestational diabetes. We read your column in our local paper and we’re interested in…
New Drugs for Year 2008
Published 1-1-09 Dear Readers, Last year, the FDA approved and launched many prescription (Rx) and over-the-counter (OTC) products that may help you or someone you know. Thank you for making this…
Use Caution Mixing Drugs and Food
"Dear Pharmacist,My doctor told me to avoid grapefruit juice with my medicine. I take thyroid hormone along with medication for heartburn, cholesterol and depression. Are there any other foods or beverages…
Natural Ways to Sweeten Up
Published 11-15-08 "Dear Pharmacist,I am a "natural freak” and couldn’t care less about calories, rather I focus on healthy unprocessed foods. I heard you say on a radio show that you…
Medicines to Beat the Misery of Colds
What medicines can you take to alleviate your cold symptoms? Medicine is easy for me to talk about since I've been a pharmacist for 20 years. There are many products; in…
New Health Products to Consider
Published 11-8-08New Health Products To ConsiderDear Readers,I have just returned from a national health expo where thousands of exhibitors showed their new goodies. Since I take pride in finding cool new…