Once food leaves the stomach, the intestines take on the digestive process. For some folks, though, digestive disease makes the process painful and debilitating. If you are among this group, here's useful info about some common health conditions, their symptoms, and treatment:
It's Healthy Vision Month, a perfect time to check what you know about eye health and safety. Read up on these topics; you never know when the info will come in handy.
Visit our Vision Center to learn more about your eyes and sight.
Have a Good (Hair) Day!
Bad hair days, "hat hair"... who hasn't had days when putting a bag over your head would seem to be the only option? Get expert advice on healthy hair and gorgeous hair.
Walgreens pharmacists address your health concerns.
A Walgreens pharmacist advises on how to avoid asthma attacks.
Q. What's the difference between the different kinds of asthma medications? A. There are eight general types of medications used to treat asthma... Continue
Q. My doctor told me she may want to give me an ACE inhibitor for my heart. What does this medicine do? A. An ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitor is a type of prescription antihypertensive medication... Continue
If travel is on your agenda, be sure to visit our Immunization Center to make sure you're up to date on your immunizations, particularly if you are visiting certain parts of the world.
Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy has launched its new HIV-focused web site to expand the availability of HIV/AIDS information to patients and caregivers. Learn more. Visit HIV.Walgreens.com now.
Buy a Bloom for $1 or $5
Open your heart and your wallet to help support breast cancer research with the American Cancer Society during Walgreens annual fund-raising effort this month. Learn more
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Walgreens Take Care Health Tour: On the Road Again
Walgreens wellness tour has a new name, more vehicles, and a new 2008 schedule. This year we'll provide $35 million in free health screenings, reflecting our commitment to improving the health of our customers across the country.