Can I give my pet CBD?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T10:50:38-08:00Ask The Pharmacist|
Question: Can I give my pet CBD? Answer: The short answer is yes, so long as it is specifically formulated for pets. However there are certain considerations to be aware of which we've explained in more detail below. If you would like to order CBD for your pet or have [...]
Travel Health Consult: The Smart Way to Travel in the 2020s
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T10:57:35-08:00Ask The Pharmacist, Blog|
As 2020 rounds second base, we are collectively examining what life will look like in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. While there are many uncertainties about the future of the pandemic, our united focus on public health and keeping each other well is encouraging and inspiring. This [...]
Aging Gracefully: Important Considerations for How Medications Change as We Age
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T11:07:18-08:00Ask The Pharmacist, Blog|
Aging is a beautiful part of life. Most humans strive to age and to do so gracefully. With advances in science, medicine, and our overall understanding of the human body, older adults have many tools to use to live long, healthy lives. These tools are, however, are not fool proof. [...]
Kelley-Ross’s Plan of Action: COVID-19
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T11:08:48-08:00Blog, News|
Life in the time of the coronavirus disease pandemic has been unlike anything most of us have ever experienced. Between the unfamiliarity of life while social distancing and the uncertainty of what the future holds, we all have experienced some degree of loss and struggle over the past few weeks. [...]
CBD Products: Are They Worth the Risks?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T11:09:47-08:00Ask The Pharmacist|
CBD Products are becoming more widely available in retail stores throughout Washington State. There are many theoretical uses for CBD products, but it is difficult to know if they work for these different purposes. Additionally, as CBD comes from Cannabis plants, there is significant concern over the legality of the [...]
What is “Deprescribing?” Does this mean my healthcare provider wants me to stop my medication?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T11:12:20-08:00Ask The Pharmacist, Uncategorized|
Question: What is “Deprescribing?” Why does my healthcare provider want me to stop by medication? When you think of a pharmacist, what first comes to mind? Is it learning about a new medication? Is it asking for advice about which over-the-counter medicine you should use? You may be surprised when [...]
Is it safe to give my 3-year-old child over-the-counter cough and cold medicine?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T11:13:18-08:00Ask The Pharmacist, Blog|
Question: Is it safe to give my 3-year-old child over-the-counter cough and cold medicine? Answer: Hearing your kids sniffling, sneezing and coughing throughout the day (and even the night) can make any parents worried and anxious. It’s natural for parents to want to do something to help your child feel [...]
What should I use for my nasal/sinus congestion? What are the differences between my options?
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T11:14:09-08:00Ask The Pharmacist|
Question: What should I use for my nasal/ sinus congestion? What are the differences between my options? Answer: Great question! Congestion is the general term for feeling stuffy due to inflammation and excess mucus and fluids lining the air passages of the nose. Congestion can occur from bacteria and/or viruses, [...]
Naloxone – Increased Access with Standing Order Announcement for Washington State
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T11:15:19-08:00Ask The Pharmacist|
Accessing naloxone (Narcan®), a life-saving opioid reversal agent, is becoming easier. Patients can now access naloxone without a prescription from any pharmacy in Washington State due to the establishment of a standing order by the State Health Officer Kathy Lofy as of 8/28/19 that increases patient medication access to this [...]
Why We LOVE Pharmacy
Katie Mahan2023-02-25T11:25:36-08:00Blog|
Celebrate Pharmacy! We are always excited for a reason to celebrate here at Kelley-Ross. And what better to celebrate than our own profession?! October is Pharmacy Month and we have spent the last 31 days appreciating our jobs and the impact we have on our community. We are so privileged [...]