More Than Pink: Making Breast Cancer Awareness Month Meaningful in Your Life
October comes with the familiar sea of pink ribbons, awareness campaigns, and calls to action for breast cancer awareness. While the pink decorations and social media posts are well-intentioned, at H&W Drugs, we believe that true awareness goes far deeper than changing your profile picture or wearing a pink shirt. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, […]
Understanding High Cholesterol — Keeping Your Heart in Balance
What Exactly Is Cholesterol? Cholesterol isn’t all bad — in fact, your body needs it.It’s a waxy, fat-like substance found in every cell. Your body uses cholesterol to: You get cholesterol from two main places: The problem starts when you have too much of the wrong kind. Good Cholesterol vs. Bad Cholesterol Think of cholesterol […]
What Is High Blood Pressure?
Your heart is a powerful pump. Every time it beats, it pushes blood through your arteries, carrying oxygen and nutrients to every part of your body. Blood pressure measures how hard that blood is pushing against your artery walls. When the force is too strong, over time, it can damage those arteries — and that’s […]
Understanding Diabetes — Taking Control of Your Health, One Step at a Time
Today, diabetes affects millions of Americans, including many right here in New Orleans. But even with all the modern advances in medicine, one of the biggest challenges isn’t just treating diabetes — it’s understanding it. Let’s break it down in plain language. What Is Diabetes, Really? Think of your body as a car and glucose […]
Beyond the Doctor’s Office: Exploring Family Wellness Programs in New Orleans
In today’s fast-paced world, building a healthy family is about more than just annual checkups and visits to the doctor when someone is sick. It’s about creating a lifestyle of wellness that encompasses physical, mental, and emotional health. In New Orleans, a growing number of community organizations are dedicated to supporting families on this journey. […]
Getting Back on Track: A Stress-Free Guide to Catch-Up Vaccinations for Your Child
Life as a parent is a whirlwind of activity. Between school, work, and family commitments, it’s easy for things to fall through the cracks. The past few years, with the disruptions of the pandemic, have made it even more challenging to keep up with routine medical appointments. If you’ve looked at your child’s immunization record […]
The Most Important Back-to-School Supply: Your Child’s Annual Health Checkup
As the back-to-school season approaches in New Orleans, parents are navigating crowded stores, searching for the perfect backpack, and stocking up on notebooks and pencils. But what if the most important school supply isn’t on any store shelf? At hwdrugs.com, we believe that a healthy start is the foundation for a successful school year, and […]
The Art of Conversation: How Pharmacists Can Address Vaccine Hesitancy with Empathy and Evidence
In the world of public health, few topics are as emotionally charged as vaccines. For parents, the decision to vaccinate their child can feel overwhelming, especially in an online world filled with conflicting information and personal anecdotes. This uncertainty, known as vaccine hesitancy, is a growing concern in communities across the country, including here in […]
