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🎄🚨 A Holiday Reminder from your Consana Health Pharmacists: 🎄🚨 Many food, candy, and drink products look remarkably like some potentially harmful items. The majority of poisonings, about 75%, happen while a product is in use. Here are some tips to keep you home safe this holiday season: 🫙Containers Keep all products and medicines in their original containers. Container transfers and “Look-Alikes” are dangerous. All too often, calls to the poison center are about ingesting something  ‘poisonous’ because the product was transferred to an unlabeled container. It’s not only children who mistake the contents. 🎀Decorations Move breakable ornaments out of reach and keep metal hooks towards the top of the tree. Use safe ornaments on the lower section of the tree. 🌿Holiday Plants Poisonous plants should be kept away from children and pets. These plants include mistletoe, berries, holly berry, and Jerusalem Cherry. In a poison emergency, call the National Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222. 🪫Button Batteries Many toys and Holiday cards contain small pieces including button batteries. These pose not only a choking hazard but also could cause more serious damage if ingested. 👶 Childproofing There is no such thing as “childproof”! Kids are smart and love to observe how adults do things, including taking medicine or drinking alcohol. Keep an eye out for unlocked cabinets, unattended purses, cleaning supplies, stairs, or hot objects—store medications out of sight and out of reach of children. 📱 Program the Poison Help number 1-800-222-1222 in your phone. Free, fast, expert help is just a call away 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Remember, a little caution goes a long way in preventing medication errors. Stay safe and enjoy a happy, healthy holiday season! 🎁❤️ Share these tips with your friends and family to help keep everyone safe this holiday season! 📢👨👩👧👦

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from Consana Health! 🍂 From all of us to all of you, we are deeply thankful for the incredible work family that makes our mission possible, the health plans that partner with us, and the patients who trust us with their care. Your confidence and collaboration inspire us every day to deliver meaningful, person-centered healthcare. Wishing you a holiday filled with gratitude, joy, and connection. 🧡 #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #HealthcareCommunity #ConsanaCares

At ConsanaHealth, we're thrilled to celebrate the #PowerOfRural on #NationalRuralHealthDay! Join us in honoring the resilience and dedication of rural America and the healthcare providers and stakeholders who tackle unique #healthcare challenges every day.

🌟 Celebrate the Great American Smokeout with Consana Health 🌟 Today, we join the American Cancer Society in celebrating the Great American Smokeout. Did you know that pharmacists are a powerful ally in the patient journey to quit smoking? 🚭 Pharmacists are equipped with the knowledge and resources to: ✔️ Provide personalized advice on quitting strategies ✔️ Recommend and manage nicotine replacement therapies ✔️ Offer support and encouragement throughout your quitting process ✔️ Connect you with additional resources and support groups Health benefits of quitting: ❤️🩹 20 minutes after quitting: Your heart rate drops to a normal level. 🩸 12 to 24 hours after quitting: The carbon monoxide level in your blood drops to normal. 🫁 1 to 9 months after quitting: Your coughing and shortness of breath decrease. 🫀 1 year after quitting: Your risk of coronary heart disease is half that of a smoker. 🧠 5 to 15 years after quitting: Your risk of stroke is reduced to that of a non-smoker. 💪 10 years after quitting: Your risk of lung cancer is about half that of a smoker. Quitting smoking reduces healthcare costs and increases productivity, saving the U.S. economy billions of dollars annually. Quitting smoking is a challenging but incredibly rewarding journey. 🏅 Consana pharmacists have helped guide countless patients to smoke-free success. #GreatAmericanSmokeout #QuitSmoking #PharmacistsCare #HealthyLiving

🩺 November is American Diabetes Month! 🩺 Did you know? Over 34 million Americans live with diabetes. 🗣️ What is it like living with diabetes? Here is one Consana Health Patient's story: "Living with diabetes has been a journey of ups and downs. When I was diagnosed, it felt overwhelming, but with the support of my Consana Pharmacist, I've learned to manage it effectively. Regular exercise, a balanced diet, and monitoring my blood sugar levels have become part of my daily routine." 🌟 Consana Health Top 5 Keys for Managing Diabetes: ✔️ Monitor Blood Sugar Levels: Regularly check your blood sugar at home to keep it within a healthy range. ✔️ Healthy Living: Focus on a balanced diet rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean proteins. If you smoke, work with your pharmacist to set a quit date. ✔️ Regular Exercise: Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise most days of the week. ✔️ Understand Your Medications: Talk to your pharmacist about all of your medications and follow your healthcare provider's instructions. ✔️ Regular Check-ups: Keep up with your appointments to monitor your A1c, blood pressure, kidney function, and more. Together, we can make a difference! 💪 #AmericanDiabetesMonth #DiabetesAwareness

🌧 Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and How Our Pharmacists Can Help 🌞 As the days grow shorter and sunlight becomes scarce, many people experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)—a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes, typically emerging in late fall or early winter. Those affected may feel persistently low energy, fatigue, sadness, changes in appetite, and increased sleepiness. Who’s at Risk? Women are four times more likely to experience SAD than men. Young adults and people with a history of mental health conditions, such as major depressive disorder or bipolar disorder, face higher risks. Higher latitudes and darker climates can exacerbate symptoms. How Our Pharmacists Can Help: Our clinical pharmacists are here to support you in managing SAD. Here’s how we can assist: Medication Review and Optimization: If medication is part of your treatment, we’ll work with you and your healthcare team to ensure it’s the best option for your needs. Light Therapy Guidance: Many patients find relief through light therapy. We provide resources and recommendations for safe and effective light box use. Lifestyle Recommendations: Physical activity, dietary advice, and maintaining a routine can all help alleviate SAD symptoms. We can work with you to build these habits into your care plan. Connecting to Support: Our pharmacists can refer you to mental health professionals and support services, including therapists experienced in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for SAD. Don’t let seasonal changes affect your quality of life. Reach out to learn more about how our pharmacists can support your mental health this winter season. 🌅

We had an awesome #pharmacymonth!! Until next year!! 🩷💊📆

🎃👻 Happy Halloween from our spooky squad! 🧛♂️🧙♀️ Our team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians gathered at the haunted castle to bring you ghoulishly good vibes this Halloween! 🎉💊 Whether you’re out trick-or-treating, dressing up, or just enjoying the fall season, stay safe and enjoy every eerie moment. Remember, our team is always here to keep you and your health protected, even when things get spooky! 👻✨ #HappyHalloween #PharmacyTeam #HealthcareHeroes #SpookySeason