Jackson-Pace Pharmacy

07/30/2025

🌿 Gratitude: It's More Than Just Saying Thanks 🙏💚

Did you know that practicing gratitude can literally re-wire your brain and transform your body? 😲🧠✨

Here’s what the science says about what gratitude does to your physiology:

🧘‍♀️ Reduces Stress Hormones
Gratitude practices have been shown to lower cortisol levels, the stress hormone, leading to better resilience and emotional balance.
📚 Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3010965/

💤 Improves Sleep
Writing in a gratitude journal before bed can lead to longer and better quality sleep. You rest better when your mind is focused on the good.
📚 Source: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19114326/

💓 Boosts Heart Health
People who regularly practice gratitude report lower blood pressure and better heart rate variability, both markers of a healthier cardiovascular system.
📚 Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4588123/

😃 Enhances Brain Function
Gratitude activates the medial prefrontal cortex, the part of your brain associated with moral cognition, reward, and decision-making. Gratitude literally lights up your brain!
📚 Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5506019/

🫂 Strengthens Immunity & Connection
Studies show gratitude can boost immune function and increase oxytocin (the bonding hormone), helping you feel more connected and supported.
📚 Source: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_gratitude_changes_you_and_your_brain

💡Simple Gratitude Practices to Try Today:
✍️ Write down 3 things you're grateful for every morning
📨 Send a thank-you text or note to someone who impacted you
🌅 Reflect on a positive moment before bed

A little gratitude goes a long way. Start small—and watch your body, mind, and relationships transform 🌟🌍💛

The word “gratitude” has a number of different meanings, depending on the context. However, a practical clinical definition is as follows—gratitude is the appreciation of what is valuable and meaningful to oneself; it is a general ...

07/29/2025

📚✏️ **Back to School = Back to Germs!** 🦠😷
It's that time again—lunchboxes are packed, backpacks are loaded, and the school bell is ringing! 🛎️🎒

Make sure your kiddos (and YOU!) are ready to take on the school year strong 💪 by boosting those immune systems! 🌿💊

✅ Elderberry
✅ Vitamin C
✅ Zinc
✅ Probiotics
✅ Immune-boosting gummies (yes, the tasty kind! 😋)
✅ And more!

🛍️ Stop by **Jackson-Pace Pharmacy** and let us help you stock up on everything you need to stay healthy this season! Whether it's for little ones or grown-ups, we’ve got immune support for the whole family. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

✨ Let’s keep those sick days to a minimum and the good days rolling! 💃🕺

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07/21/2025

🚨 What Is Nursemaid’s Elbow?
Ever seen a little one suddenly stop using their arm after being swung or lifted by the hands? 😟 It might be what's called Nursemaid’s Elbow—a common injury in kids under 5 when the elbow joint slips slightly out of place.

💡 It can happen from:
👋 Lifting a child by the hands or wrists
🤸‍♀️ Swinging them while holding their arms
🤷‍♂️ Even a minor fall or tug

🧠 Kids with Nursemaid’s Elbow usually:

Cry suddenly after the event

Hold their arm close to their body

Refuse to use the arm at all

💬 The good news? A trained medical professional can usually fix it quickly and safely. Most kids feel better almost instantly! 😅

✅ How to help prevent it:

Always lift toddlers under the arms (not by the hands or wrists)

Avoid swinging games where they’re held by the arms

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Share this with other parents, grandparents, babysitters, and caregivers so we can all help keep those little elbows safe! 💪💖

07/07/2025

What does loyalty to Jackson Pace Pharmacy fund?

It doesn’t fund a new yacht.
It doesn’t pay for a third vacation home in the Virgin Islands.

It funds this.
It funds my daughter’s future, my newborn son’s future. It keeps a roof over our heads and love in our home.

It allows us to keep showing up for you — not just as a pharmacy, but as a neighbor, a friend, and a family that's all-in on building a healthier, stronger community.

When you choose us, you’re choosing something real.
Thank you for being part of our story ❤️

07/02/2025

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from all of us at Jackson-Pace Pharmacy! 🇺🇸

We'll be closed this Friday, July 4th, to celebrate Independence Day with our families and community. 🎆🎉

But don’t worry — we’ll be back open Saturday from 9 AM to 2 PM for your weekend pharmacy needs! (Closed as usual on Sunday.)

Wishing you a safe, joyful, and very red, white & blue holiday! ❤️🤍💙

06/27/2025

Welcome to the world, Sawyer Bishop Jackson!
Born June 23, 2025 at 12:26pm
7 lbs 15 oz of pure joy.

Our hearts are full, and so is our gratitude—for you, our community. It's your unwavering support and loyalty that make moments like these even more meaningful. Every kind word, every prescription filled, every time you choose to walk through our doors instead of a chain store—it matters more than you know.

When you choose local, you're not just supporting a business… you're investing in families, in milestones, in futures. From the bottom of our hearts—thank you for being part of ours.

06/18/2025

🧠💊 A Thoughtful Reflection on Recent Events at Pace Pharmacy 💊🧠

Disclaimer: For those who may be confused, “Pace Pharmacy” involved in the recent events is in no way affiliated with Jackson-Pace Pharmacy in Pensacola. The “Pace” in our name comes from Joseph B. Pace, the pharmacist from whom my father purchased the store on April 1, 1990. We’ve carried the name forward in honor of that history—but we are a completely separate entity.

With that clarified, I want to offer a few thoughts on the troubling situation that has unfolded regarding Pace Pharmacy. Like many of you, I’ve felt deeply unsettled by what’s come to light. As pharmacists, we take an oath to protect our patients' health and uphold the integrity of our profession. What happened here was a serious deviation from that oath, and it’s not something that should be brushed aside or minimized.

That said, I also believe it’s important to look beyond the headlines and ask why something like this might happen.

The reality is that Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) have turned the pharmacy landscape into a brutal and often demoralizing battleground. They strip away reimbursement, force impossible margins, and manipulate pharmacy contracts to the point where many independents are fighting just to stay afloat. None of this justifies unethical decisions—but it does create a high-pressure environment where desperation can take root.

Could the relentless financial suffocation imposed by PBMs have stoked the fire that led to Pace Pharmacy’s poor choices? I think it’s worth considering.

Again, this is not a defense of what was done—but an observation of how broken the system has become. If we want to prevent things like this from happening again, we can’t just call out individual wrongdoing—we have to dismantle the conditions that help give rise to it.

Let’s hold people accountable, yes—but let’s also push hard for real change in how pharmacy is structured and valued in this country.

💬 As always, I welcome respectful discussion and ideas.

06/17/2025

🌿 Ready to Take Control of Cravings? We're Here to Help. 🌿

If you're working on cutting back on alcohol, sweets, or junk food — first of all, we’re proud of you. Making changes like these isn’t easy, but you're not alone.

Many people find support through naltrexone, a medication that can reduce cravings and help put you back in the driver’s seat when it comes to your habits and health.

💊 Now available at Jackson-Pace Pharmacy at affordable cash pricing — as low as $75 for 30 tablets (50mg each).
No insurance needed. No hoops to jump through.
📋 Prescription from a licensed provider required.

Whether you’re just getting started or continuing your wellness journey, we’re here to support you with tools that work and care that’s personal.

📍 Stop by or give us a call to learn more.
Let’s build a healthier lifestyle — together.

06/12/2025

🎙️ Missed us this morning on the air? No worries — we’ve got you covered! 😎

You can catch the full episode anytime, anywhere 🎧 Just click the link below and tune in at your convenience:

👉 https://www.newsradio923.com/pep/episode/27955c44/06122025-jackson-pace-pharmacy

Big thanks to everyone who listened live — we had a blast! 🙌💊

06/11/2025

🎙️📻 **BIG NEWS!** 📻🎙️

Your very own pharmacist, **Alex Jackson**, will be live on **News Radio’s "Pensacola Expert Panel (PEP Talk)"** **TOMORROW at 9AM**!
📡 Tune in on **92.3 FM, 95.3 FM, or AM 1620** to hear Alex drop some local wisdom and health tips that matter to YOU. 💊❤️

Got questions about wellness, prescriptions, or what’s really going on in healthcare? You *won’t* want to miss this!

⏰ Set your alarms, mark your calendars, and maybe even brew an extra cup of coffee — because it’s going to be a great conversation. ☕🎧

**Can’t catch it live?**
No worries — it’ll be available afterward on the station’s site:
👉 [https://www.newsradio923.com/pep]

Let’s show Alex and our community pharmacy some love! 💙
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05/27/2025

Don’t Be Fooled by Insurance "Network Status" — It’s a Rigged Game

Ever been told, “Sorry, your pharmacy is out of network”? Let’s clear something up: that doesn’t mean your pharmacy isn’t good enough — it means your insurance company is playing games to protect their profits, not your health.

Years ago, Navy Federal excluded us from their insurance network. Not because of safety. Not because of service. Not even because of cost to you. They did it because forcing you into a specific pharmacy chain boosts their bottom line — plain and simple.

Here’s the truth:

Network exclusions are about control and money, not quality.

Patients rarely save anything — in fact, many end up paying more for less personal care.

Generic medications are extremely affordable when paid out of pocket — often cheaper than your copay.

Don't let the insurance machine tell you where to go. You can choose a pharmacy that knows your name, cares about your health, and isn’t handcuffed by corporate interests.

Your health is yours — not your insurance company’s business strategy.