O'Brien Pharmacy

07/03/2026

We will be closed tomorrow, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day. Have a safe and happy holiday!

06/30/2026

Helpful advice for this week's heat.

06/29/2026

"Research suggests that people with hypertension who regularly monitor their blood pressure at home and share readings with healthcare professionals experience better health outcomes."

A large Scottish study suggests that those with hypertension who regularly monitor their readings at home and share the results with their healthcare team may have a lower risk of heart attacks and strokes.

06/25/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

06/24/2026

Helpful information...

Recent CDC reports found dozens of tetanus deaths since 2011 and four cases in children in 2024. CNN’s Dr. Leana Wen explains how people can protect themselves.

06/23/2026

"The new tests can look for traces of 50 different kinds of cancer in one vial of blood. While they do not diagnose cancer, the tests tell doctors where to look more closely."

The FDA could approve the first blood test that can detect multiple cancers, around the end of the year, setting the stage for it to become widely available.

06/22/2026

"This vast ecosystem of bacteria and microorganisms within our intestines shapes our health in profound ways that go well beyond digesting food — our immune system, mood, cognition, metabolism and much more."

Wellness influencers often talk about fixing a broken gut microbiome. And marketers sell tests and supplements to fix your gut health. Here's what what the evidence really shows about gut health.

06/19/2026

We hope all of you awesome Dads have a great weekend!

06/17/2026

We are proud!

It may look and feel like a high-stakes basketball game with multiple balls on the court, but there are no human players in this field of play.

06/16/2026

Sharing to help parents be aware. Please keep medications stored safely and consider having a conversation with your children.

America's Poison Centers says calls involving diphenhydramine among teens have more than doubled in the first five months of 2026 compared with the same period last year.