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By Kelly Robinson, Pharmacist, Tyrone Pharmacy We live in an age where we can track our steps, monitor our sleep, and measure our fitness with the touch of a button. Yet many people still know surprisingly little about some of the most important numbers affecting their long-term health. When we understand what's happening inside our bodies, we can make better decisions, often before health problems develop. That's why I am excited about the FORA 6 Connect device, a simple yet

As we move into flu season, many people still ask an important question: Do I really need a flu vaccine every year? At Tyrone Pharmacy, this is one of the most important preventative health conversations we have with patients, particularly those in higher-risk groups. Influenza is often mistaken for a severe cold, but true flu can be a serious illness, especially for older adults, people with chronic medical conditions, pregnant women and those with weakened immunity. That is

When you’re handed your prescription and asked, “Would you like the generic?”, it may seem like a small decision — but it often raises an important question: am I getting the same quality? At Tyrone Pharmacy, this is something we discuss with patients every day. A generic medicine contains the same active ingredient as the original and must meet strict regulatory standards to ensure it is just as safe and effective. In most cases, generics work in exactly the same way. They a