08/18/2026
A HEALTH NOTE FROM OUR PHARMACIST
If you're cleaning up after the flood, please make sure your tetanus shot is current.
It's not the floodwater itself that's the concern β it's the cuts, scrapes, and puncture wounds that come with hauling out debris, tearing up flooring, and working around damaged buildings. Tetanus bacteria live in soil and dirt, and a wound is how they get in. Adults need a booster every 10 years, and many of us are overdue without realizing it.
If it's been more than 10 years, or you honestly can't remember, come see us. We can check your record and give you the shot right here β no appointment needed, and most insurance covers it.
A few other things worth doing while you work:
β’ Wear waterproof boots and heavy gloves
β’ Wash and bandage every cut right away, even small ones
β’ See a doctor for any deep or dirty wound
If you have questions about hepatitis A or any other vaccine given everything going on, stop in and ask us. We're glad to talk it through.
Take care of yourselves out there.