Community Pharmacy Of Valley Center

04/07/2026

Ever feel like a good cry should make you feel better but it doesn’t always? New research from Austria suggests crying isn’t the universal stress relief we once believed, and how it affects your mood can vary from person to person. Discover what actually happens after you cry and why it might surprise you.

You might think shedding tears is a natural way to vent stress and reset the mind after a difficult day. But new research suggests that a good cry isn’t the universal mood-booster we once thought it was.An Austrian team took a closer look at what makes people cry, individ...

03/31/2026

Ever been told to just “drink more water” to avoid kidney stones but still wonder if it’s enough? A major new study suggests it may be much harder than expected to drink enough fluids to truly prevent kidney stones. Find out what this means and what else you can do to lower your risk.

Drinking lots of fluids is recommended for warding off kidney stones, which can cause intense and unbearable pain.But it’s very difficult – and possibly impossible – for people to down enough fluids to prevent kidney stones, a major new study says.Patients with kid...

03/24/2026

Do your eczema flare-ups feel like they come out of nowhere? New research suggests that concepts from Nonlinear Dynamics may help predict when symptoms will worsen and how much treatment is needed. Discover how this surprising approach could change the way eczema is managed.

Eczema flare-ups can feel random and hard to control, but new research suggests there may be a way to better predict and manage them.Scientists say something from a complex field of mathematics called nonlinear dynamics could help explain why symptoms suddenly worsen and how much treatment...

03/17/2026

Ever wondered if your smartwatch or fitness tracker could do more than just count steps? New guidance from the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) shows that these wearable devices are becoming powerful tools for managing complex brain and nerve disorders, allowing doctors to monitor health vitals 24/7 instead of relying solely on patient recall.

The fitness tracker on your wrist or the smart ring on your finger can do more than just count your steps. These fast-evolving gadgets are becoming valuable tools for managing complex brain and nerve disorders, according to new guidance from the American Academy of Neurology (AAN).

03/10/2026

Ever deal with constant foot, knee, or lower body pain and wonder why it won’t go away? Turns out the real solution might not be in your medicine cabinet but sitting in your closet. The right shoes could be the simple change that transforms your comfort and overall health. Read more to find out how.

If you suffer from persistent foot or lower body discomfort, the solution might be found in your closet rather than your medicine cabinet. Podiatrists emphasize that the right footwear does more than just cushion your steps: It serves as a medical tool that can improve your overall ph...

03/03/2026

Do you have a bag of frozen blueberries in your freezer right now? Nearly 56,000 pounds have been recalled over possible Listeria contamination, according to the FDA and you’ll want to double-check the brand before your next smoothie. Find out if your blueberries are affected and what steps to take next.

Close to 56,000 pounds of frozen blueberries have been recalled after testing raised concerns about possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

02/28/2026

We’re officially stocking up on Pokémon cards 🔥✨
Time to catch ’em all — new packs are in and ready to be opened!

$6 EACH!

🕘 Open 9–5:30 Monday–Friday
🕘 9–5 Saturday

Stop by and grab yours before they’re gone ⚡🃏

02/24/2026

Never stop learning, your brain may thank you for it later. New research suggests that lifelong learning is linked to slower brain aging and a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Staying curious and mentally active might be one of the simplest ways to support long-term brain health.

“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at 20 or 80,” American entrepreneur Henry Ford once said. “Anyone who keeps learning stays young.”There’s something to that, a new study says.People who engage in a lifetime pursuit of learning have a lower ris...

02/17/2026

Mondelēz Global LLC has expanded its voluntary recall of certain Chips Ahoy! Baked Bites Brookie products due to a potential choking hazard. The update now includes an additional best-by date and more UPC codes details that shoppers will want to double-check in their pantry. Here’s what to look for and what to do next.

Mondelēz Global LLC has expanded a voluntary recall of certain Chips Ahoy! Baked Bites Brookie products sold in the United States that may pose a choking hazard.The company said the recall now includes one additional best-by date, M...

02/10/2026

Have you ever noticed how babies calm down to a song or start bouncing before they can even crawl? New research suggests we’re born with an innate sense of rhythm, long before words or movement come into play. A recent study explores how early our brains are wired for music and what that reveals about human development. The findings might change the way you think about music and the mind.

Even before they can crawl or speak, infants are essentially

02/03/2026

Ever had a sore throat come on fast and make you wonder if it’s more than just a cold? Learn how to spot the signs of strep throat, who’s at risk at any age, and why quick treatment matters. Your throat (and your schedule) will thank you.

Strep throat is a common throat infection that often causes a sore throat, fever and trouble swallowing. It tends to come on quickly and may feel worse than a typical cold. While strep throat is most common in children and teens, people of all ages can get it.The good news is that strep th...

01/27/2026

Do you ever think the foods you love could be doing more for your health than you realize? New research suggests kimchi may help keep the immune system in balance, strengthening defenses without triggering harmful overreactions. Find out how this flavorful favorite could support your health.

Kimchi — the spicy, salted and fermented vegetable side dish that’s a staple of Korean cuisine — is already known for its probiotic benefits. Now, new research suggests it may also help the immune system stay balanced, boosting defenses without causing harmful overre...