Pharm-A-Care Evergreen

05/28/2026

Have you ever lost interest in things you used to enjoy and wondered if it could mean something deeper? Researchers found that a simple apple-picking video game may help doctors identify signs of depression in just a few minutes. Discover how this surprising new tool could change the way mental health is screened and understood.

Playing a quick apple-picking video game can help doctors quickly identify patients with depression, a new study says.The game can reliably detect depression in as little as three minutes, researchers reported M...

05/27/2026

Have you ever wondered if quitting smoking could still make a difference for your health years down the road? A new study in Neurology found that people who quit smoking may lower their risk of developing dementia, especially if they maintain a healthy weight afterward. Discover why stopping smoking could benefit more than just your lungs and heart.

Quitting smoking might protect your future brain health, a new study says.People who quit smoking had a lower risk of developing dementia, especially if they didn’t gain excess we...

05/26/2026

Do you only think about sunscreen when you’re headed to the beach or pool? A new survey from the Melanoma Research Alliance found that many Americans underestimate how much everyday sun exposure can increase the risk of melanoma. Discover why skin cancer experts say daily protection matters more than you think.

Melanoma — the most serious form of skin cancer — doesn't just happen at the beach or in a tanning booth.It happens on the drive to work, while walking the dog or sitting by a window.And most Americans don't realize it.A new survey from the

05/25/2026

Do you ever grab a quick packaged snack or frozen meal without thinking twice about what’s in it? Researchers say the preservatives used in many highly processed foods may be linked to a higher risk of heart disease. Discover why experts are taking a closer look at the long-term effects of everyday convenience foods.

That grab-and-go snack or frozen meal may be doing more than lasting longer on the shelf — it could also be raising your risk of heart disease.Preservatives are used in hundreds of thousands of industrially processed foods. "Experimental studies suggest that some preserva...

05/24/2026

Have you ever noticed changes in someone’s handwriting as they get older and wondered if it meant something more? Researchers in Portugal found that handwriting patterns may offer clues about cognitive aging and brain health. Discover how something as simple as writing with a pen could help identify early signs of cognitive decline.

Your handwriting could reveal more than what you’re trying to say — it may offer clues about how your brain is aging.Researchers in Portugal studied 58 adults, ages 62 to 92, living in care homes. Thirty-eight had previously been diagnosed with a cognitive impairment.All...

05/23/2026

Do you check for ticks after being outside, but never think about them surviving inside your home? A study in Journal of Vector Ecology found that ticks can survive indoors for weeks on carpet and hard floors after hitching a ride on people or pets. Discover why experts say indoor tick awareness is just as important as outdoor protection.

Here’s a creepy-crawling fact as summer fun approaches – ticks can survive indoors for up to three weeks on hard-surface or carpeted floors, according to a study.This means folks can have a tick latch onto them despite taking proper precautions outdoors, if one of the pests hit...

05/22/2026

Have you ever been told that losing weight too quickly is a bad thing? New research presented at the European Congress on Obesity is challenging the idea that rapid weight loss always leads to gaining the weight back. Discover what researchers found after following adults in different weight-loss programs for an entire year.

When it comes to weight loss, is slow and steady really the winning strategy? Or could a rapid drop actually lead to better long-term results?New research presented in Istanbul last week at the European Congress on Obesity is challenging the long-held bel...

05/21/2026

Have you ever felt frustrated trying to understand a health condition that affects so many women but is often misunderstood? A major women’s health condition formerly known as PCOS is being renamed PMOS, reflecting its broader impact on hormones, metabolism, mental health, and fertility. Discover why experts believe this change could improve diagnosis and treatment for millions of women worldwide.

A major women’s health condition is getting a new name--and experts say it could change how millions are diagnosed and treated worldwide.Polycystic o***y syndrome, or PCOS, will now be known as polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, or PMOS.The condition affects more than 1...

05/20/2026

We will be CLOSED on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. We’ll reopen on Tuesday, May 26th during normal business hours.

05/20/2026

Do you ever wonder if not getting enough sleep is affecting more than just your mood and energy? A new study analyzing nearly half a million people found that sleep habits may influence how quickly different organs in the body age, including the brain, heart, and immune system. Discover why quality sleep could be one of the most important things you do for long-term health.

Your sleep habits may be affecting more than just your energy level. A new study says they could also impact how quickly every organ in your body ages.Researchers analyzed data from nearly a half-million people in the United Kingd...

05/19/2026

Have you ever wondered if Parkinson’s symptoms could one day be treated without brain surgery? A new study published in eBioMedicine is exploring a noninvasive deep brain stimulation technique that may help people with Parkinson’s disease without the need for implanted electrodes. Discover how this breakthrough could change the future of treatment.

People with Parkinson’s disease might find relief through a new deep brain stimulation technique that doesn’t require surgery, a new study says.One of the most effective treatments for advanced Parkinson’s involves surgery to implant electrodes into the brain, which deliv...