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IN THIS ISSUE:
Safe Sunscreens
Vaccination Award
New Event!
Navigating the World of Supplements
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 Greetings!
The end of summer and the beginning of back-to-school season is as good a time as any to think about good health. As you're heading out to the beach to enjoy the last heat wave, or packing the first lunchbox, consider small ways to head into fall healthier. Whether choosing a better sunscreen, getting an important vaccination, or starting a new supplement routine - one change can make a big difference.
In fact, change is on our mind this fall too. We're thinking about how we can better serve you and we'd like your help. We would like to hear your feedback. So before enjoying the late August days, take a moment to fill out our brief survey and let us know what you think.
Cheers,
The Apothecary by Design Team
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DAILY DOSE: Safe Sunscreens
Late summer is often the time of year when the sun can sneak up on us and cause end-of-the season sunburns and skin damage. Sunscreen is still a must in September - but which one? Not all sunscreens are created equal. Or safe. To help determine what's most important in a sunscreen (and what should be avoided), we've got some tips.
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) recently analyzed the safety and effectiveness of over 700 name-brand sunscreens. What they found was that 84 percent of the sunscreen products with an SPF rating of 15 or higher offer inadequate protection from the sun's harmful rays, or contain ingredients with safety concerns. Ironically, according to their in-depth research, "some popular sunscreen chemicals break down when exposed to sunlight and must be formulated with stabilizing chemicals. Others penetrate the skin and present significant health concerns."
While the best defenses against getting too much harmful UV radiation are protective clothes, shade, and timing, sunscreen is essential too. With the results of their scientific analysis, the EWG created a guide to sunscreen and a new database that ranks products and highlights the safest and most effective sunscreens. (On the site, you can also search for the ratings of your own sunscreen and learn lots of great sun safety tips too.)
Click here to learn more and come into the store to purchase some of the highest rated brands including Badger, Alba Botanicals, and Desert Essence. |
NEWS: Kyra receives a Vaccination Service Award
Kyra Mancini, our Nurse Coordinator, was recently awarded a Merck Vaccine Service Award for her exceptional work in providing vaccinations to our community. Merck (the maker of the Zostavax shingles vaccination) stopped by last week to present Kyra with a certificate. In addition, they will be donating $100 to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) in the name of Apothecary by Design.
The award timing is fitting, as August is National Immunization Month (and a great time to consider the importance of keeping your immunizations up to date). Kyra has been administrating monthly shingles vaccine clinics at ABD since October, and helped to vaccinate hundreds of individuals over the age of 60 in the Portland area. We're pleased to be your independent, locally owned resource for vaccinations, and pleased to be a leader in prevention health care. (We're also very proud of Kyra for her great work!)
Click here to read the CDC's immunization schedules for children and adults and stay tuned to our website for more Zostavax clinic dates.
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EVENT: Navigating the World of Supplements
September 21, 2010
6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Greg Boucouvalas, RPh & ABD Principal
Greg, our expert pharmacist, specializes in science-based nutritionals and botanical medicines that help maintain
health. And next month, he is stepping out from behind the counter to share his knowledge and insights with you. From how to begin thinking about nutraceuticals to determining the quality of the vitamins and supplements you buy, here is your chance to ask questions. Come learn more about which nutritionals are right for you. Taking a look at the reasons for supplementation, along with the newest studies and insights, Greg will shed light on how nutraceuticals can improve health. By the end of the evening, you'll be ready to start navigating through the supplement aisle with confidence!
Join us for appetizers and discussion, and feel free to come armed with all your questions (and friends).
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How can we serve you better?
We'd like to hear from you! Please take a minute to fill out our short, 3-5 minute survey and provide feedback on how we can meet your needs and help improve your health.
Click here to share your thoughts.
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Introducing...
Breakfast Pizza!
Start your morning off on the right foot with good,
wholesome food and delicious, organic blend coffee! We're now serving breakfast
pizzas at PeRx. Each one is made with an organic, whole wheat crust and local
organic eggs. They come in three varieties - ham and onion, spinach and tomato,
or summer squash and zucchini - and are just $2.59 per slice. For $5 you can get a nourishing meal and great coffee. What
better (and healthy) way to start the day? Stop by and try a slice!
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25%
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