Grant County Drugs

01/07/2026

Ever wonder if future self-driving cars could actually read your mind to keep you safer on the road? New research suggests that monitoring passengers’ brain activity might help autonomous vehicles make better decisions in dangerous moments, raising big questions about the next evolution of driving tech. Want to know what this could mean for everyday drivers? Keep reading!

Cars from companies like Tesla already promise hands-free driving, but recent crashes show that today’s self-driving systems can still struggle in risky, fast-changing situat...

01/06/2026

Have you noticed how today’s world makes it harder for kids to stay active and eat well? Childhood obesity isn’t just about weight, it’s shaped by ultra-processed foods, endless screen time and daily stress. Understanding the bigger picture could help families make healthier choices in 2026. Read more to learn why this matters now more than ever.

While childhood obesity has become more common in recent years, this is a condition that is about more than just weight. Childhood obesity reflects our modern environment of ultra-processed foods, digital devices and psychological stressors. To address childhood obesity, clinicians ...

01/03/2026

Did someone in your family unwrap a brand-new Nintendo Switch this Christmas and now you’re tempted to jump in and play, too? A new study suggests those nostalgic Super Mario or Yoshi games could be exactly what young adults need to recharge emotionally. Find out how video games might help ease stress and bring back a sense of childhood wonder.

Did a younger sibling or cousin get a Nintendo Switch 2 for Christmas this year?Young adults feeling stressed or burned out might want to hop on and play a few rounds, a new study says.Popular video games like those in the Super Mario Bros. or Yoshi series can offer meaningful emoti...

01/02/2026

Do you or someone in your family struggle with allergies or asthma and wonder if small changes could actually make a real difference this year? You might be surprised by how simple lifestyle tweaks can help you breathe easier and feel better every day. Read on to learn which resolutions can truly improve your health in 2026.

Making resolutions for the new year?Keep in mind that small ones can make a big difference if you have allergies or asthma.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from Your Neighborhood Pharmacies, Grant County Drugs!
As we step into a fresh new year, we want to thank you for trusting us with your health and well‑being. It’s our privilege to serve you and your family. May the year ahead bring you good health, peace, and moments of joy. We look forward to caring for you in 2026!

01/01/2026

Do you ever wonder whether your diet and workout routine could do more than just help you lose weight? Maybe even help you sleep better at night? As we head into a season filled with resolutions, new research shows that what you eat and how you move might be the secret to deeper, more restorative rest. Read on to find out how your daily habits could be the key to better sleep in 2026.

01/01/2026

Our Dry Ridge pharmacy, located at 24 South Main Street in Dry Ridge (859-823-5271), will be open on New Year's Day from 10 am to 2 pm.
Our Crittenden and Williamstown pharmacies will be closed New Year's Day.
HAPPY NEW YEAR.

01/01/2026

A measles exposure alert has been issued for Grant County. If you think you may have been exposed, contact your health care provider.

Health officials have identified potential measles exposures in Grant County, Kentucky. An unvaccinated, out-of-state traveler stayed at the Holiday Inn & Suites in Dry Ridge from December 28 to 30, 2025 and visited the Ark Encounter on December 29, 2025.
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can cause serious health complications, especially in young children. Vaccination is the best protection against measles. Immunization against measles comes through the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.

If you have concerns about exposure to measles, contact your health care provider. To learn more about measles, please visit: www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/idb/Pages/measles.aspx
View current measles exposures in Kentucky at this link:
https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/idb/Documents%202/MeaslesExposureChart.pdf

12/31/2025

Have you ever wondered why it feels harder to keep the weight off as the years go by, even when your habits haven’t changed? New research explains why that stubborn “middle-age spread” happens and what you can do about it, no matter your age. Read on to learn how small changes today can make a big difference tomorrow.

A steady uptick on your scale is a nasty side effect of middle age.Most adults in the U.S. put on 10 to 25 pounds between their 20s and their 40s — and there’s more bad news about this

12/30/2025

Are your daily drink habits helping or hurting your bone health as you age? A long-term study suggests that choosing tea over coffee might give older women a slight boost in bone strength. This small change could make a big difference.

Here’s a DIY prescription for women looking to do everything they can to prevent a broken hip: Drink tea, not coffee.A decade-long study of older women found that tea drinkers had slightly stronger bones than their coffee-consuming counterparts.

12/29/2025

Have you ever thought about the hidden dangers in your home during the holidays, especially ones you can’t see or smell? With more cooking, heating, and travel this season, experts warn that carbon monoxide exposure can rise quickly and put families at serious risk.

Holiday gatherings often mean more cooking, heating and travel, but they can also raise the risk of a dangerous threat many people never see or smell: Carbon monoxide.So far this holiday season, the New Jersey Poison Control Center has helped care for 58 people, including children, who wer...