Island Drug Podcast  
Island Drug
A Weekly Podcast From Your Local Pharmacy
Our pharmacists and natural health staff take pride in being able to provide health information direct to you in person or on the phone. Now, with the launch of our very own podcast, we can provide information on a weekly basis touching on a wide variety of health topics. Thank you for subscribing to our free podcast and we look forward to seeing you in the store!


Head Lice Prevention Month
Chris Rogge, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An overview of head lice and it's prevention
September has arrived and kids will be heading back to soon. This week I’ll be discussing head lice, a common problem that many families will be dealing with in the next few months. Head lice are the second most communicable disease among young schoolchildren behind only the common cold. The CDC estimates that there are approximately 12 million infestations each year among children between the ages of three and eleven.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Salmonella
Dr. Karen Carbone   -  Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An overview of Salmonella
We have recently become very aware of the risk of food borne illness, demonstrated by
the massive recall of factory-farm produced eggs infected with the salmonella
bacterium. Today’s podcast will cover what salmonellosis is, what causes it, the
symptoms, how it is diagnosed, how it is treated and how it can be prevented.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Psoriasis Awareness Month
Leslie Grimes, R.Ph.   -  Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An overview of Psoriasis
August is Psoriasis Awareness Month, so we’ll use that as the topic of this week’s podcast.
Psoriasis is a disease of the skin.  It causes dead skin cells to build up rapidly on the surface of the skin, which in turn forms thick silvery scales and itchy, dry, red patches that are sometimes painful.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
The 2010-2011 Flu Vaccine Season
Chris Rogge, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An overview of the 2010-2011 flu vaccine
Hello and welcome to the Island Drug Podcast. This is Chris. Last year the emergence of the H1N1 swine flu complicated the vaccination effort. There were delays in the production and distribution of both the H1N1 and seasonal vaccine, and initially only certain populations could receive the H1N1 vaccine. These complications were widely publicized in the press. This year we don’t anticipate any of these problems. Even though this year influenza isn’t receiving much press, getting vaccinated is just as important. Each year in the US the flu is responsible for over 35 thousand deaths and over 200 thousand hospitalizations. Today I’d like to provide you with information regarding the 2010-11 flu vaccine.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Cataract Awareness Month
Kit Worley, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An overview of Cataracts
August is Cataract Awareness Month.  More than half of all Americans develop cataracts by age 80 and there are no medications or exercises that will prevent the formation or progression of cataracts or make a cataract disappear.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Motion Sickness
Cate Lockhart, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An overview of motion sickness and some treatment options
With summer weather finally here, lots of us are starting to get out on the water, so we thought we’d devote this week’s podcast to discussing motion sickness. Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Over-the-Counter Constipation Medications
Cate Lockhart, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An overview of OTC treatment options for constipation
Constipation is very common.  More than 4 million people in the United States experience frequent constipation, and women are more affected than men.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Leg Cramps and Quinine
Chris Rogge, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An overview of Leg Cramps and the use of quinine
. On July eighth the FDA issued a safety warning regarding the off-label use of quinine, sold under the brand name Qualaquin, for the treatment of nighttime leg cramps. This week we’ll be examining nighttime leg cramps, some possible solutions for them and the problems associated with using Qualaquin to treat them.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Over-the-Counter Remedies for Seasonal Allergies
Cate Lockhart, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An overview of OTC treatment options for allergies
It’s allergy season.  For those of you with seasonal allergies, the warming temperatures and blossoming flowers and trees that we await through the dark winter days means itchy, watery eyes, stuffy sinuses, runny nose, irritated throat, or any of a bunch of symptoms that fall under the term “allergies.” An estimated one in every six Americans suffers from seasonal allergies including allergic rhinitis and hay fever.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Over-the-Counter Heartburn Medications
Aaron Syring, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An overview of Over-The-Counter Treatment Options for Heartburn
Heartburn is triggered by a number of things including pregnancy, certain foods often acidic or spicy, alcohol, coffee, and some medications. Treating heartburn is important because over time reflux can damage the esophagus. Over-the-counter medicines may help.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Over-the-Counter Sleep Aids
Chris Rogge, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An overview of OTC treatment options for insomnia
Insomnia is an extremely common problem. It has been reported that 29% of American adults suffer from insomnia almost every night. Approximately 6 percent use prescription sleep aids and a similar percentage use OTC products. Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Sun Protection Awareness
Kit Worley, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An Overview of How To Protect Yourself in the Sun
With the summer weather arriving, concern increases regarding sun protection. The best way to protect your skin from the dangerous effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation is to make sun protection part of your daily routine.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Step Up to Island Drug’s Pedometer Challenge!
Chris Rogge, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT
A New Contest @ Island Drug
Here at Island Drug we’re concerned with your overall health, not just your drug therapy. To that end we are pleased to announce our new pedometer program.  ty smoke free!  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Tobacco Cessation Program
Chris Rogge, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT
Let our pharmacists help you quit today!
May 31 was World No Tobacco Day and Island Drug and La Conner Drug are celebrating by announcing a new service:  a tobacco cessation program.  We are very excited to be able to offer this important program to help make our community smoke free!  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Overactive Bladder
Jenni Nelson, Pharm.D. Candidate   -  Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An Overview of Overactive Bladder and it's Treatment
Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common condition that affects 17% of men and women over the age of 40.1  It can be frustrating, embarrassing and expensive.  But it doesn’t have to be.  It is very treatable with a variety of options including behavior modification, exercise, medication and in some cases, surgery.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Arthritis Awareness Month
Dr. Karen Carbone   -  Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT
Treating Arthritis Homeopathically
Since May is Arthritis Awareness Month I’ll be talking about how to treat arthritis with homeopathic medicines.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Saline Nasal Irrigation
Aaron Syring, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An overview of neti pot theraphy.
Afflictions involving the nasal and sinus regions of the body are among the most common we face.  Whether it is the common cold, sinus infections, or allergies, these problems cause us to seek treatment from both over-the-counter medicines and doctors alike.  For this episode we will be focusing on a non-drug treatment that can be helpful in all of these situations, saline nasal irrigation or “SNI”. Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Lyme Disease
Chris Rogge, Pharm.D.   -  Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An Overview of Lyme Disease
May is national Lyme disease awareness month, and today I wanted to take the opportunity to tell you a little about the disease. Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted to humans by the bite of infected blacklegged ticks. Initial symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic skin rash called erythema migrans. If left untreated, infection can cause arthritis, numbness, facial paralysis, and heart arrhythmias. Consequently prevention, early detection, and treatment are key. Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Osteoporosis
Jenni Nelson, Pharm.D. Candidate   -  Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT
An Overview of Osteoporosis
According to the National Institute of Health, osteoporosis is a major public health threat for nearly 44 million Americans, 68% of whom are women.  In the United States, as many as 8 million women and 2 million men have osteoporosis, and an additional 18 million individuals have bone mass levels that put them at increased risk of developing osteoporosis.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Earth Day 2010
Jenni Nelson, Pharm.D. Candidate   -  Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT
Earth Day & Your Local Pharmacy

Tomorrow, April 22, marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day and the Environmental Protection Agency.  In 1970, President Nixon and Congress established the US EPA in response to the growing demand by the public for cleaner water, air and land.  This is a day that reminds us that we all need to play a part in protecting our planet.  Island Drug is doing its part by introducing a medication take back program.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.
Diabetes Management Service
Jenni Nelson, Pharm.D. Candidate   -  Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT
A Great New Service @ Island Drug
This week we will be discussing a new, free service that Island Drug is now offering to anyone who regularly checks their blood glucose levels.  You can now bring in your blood glucose meter and we can provide you with a printed report that shows your blood glucose averages and patterns.  This is important to help you keep tighter control of your blood sugar levels and ultimately avoid long term complications.  Also, we will be reviewing the goals of therapy for someone living with diabetes and what those long term complications are if the goals aren’t met.  Please use the orange controls below to play the podcast, click here to play via iTunes, and/or click here to download the accompanying text.