Longley's Pharmacy

09/02/2026

🎒📚 Back-to-school can bring more than just excitement—it can bring a little anxiety, too.

New teachers, new classrooms, new routines, and the pressure to adjust can feel overwhelming for kids (and parents!). The good news is that a little preparation and plenty of support can make the transition easier.

Here are a few ways to help your child manage back-to-school anxiety:

💬 Talk it out — Encourage your child to share their worries and let them know their feelings are normal.

🗓️ Get back into a routine — Start adjusting bedtime and morning routines before school begins.

🎒 Prepare together — Packing backpacks, picking out clothes, and getting supplies ready can help kids feel more confident.

❤️ Focus on the positives — Talk about friends, activities, and things they can look forward to.

🧘 Make time to relax — Encourage healthy ways to manage stress, including exercise, quiet time, and plenty of sleep.

Read more helpful tips here:
https://www.mygnp.com/blog/beating-back-to-school-anxiety/

At Longley’s Pharmacy, we care about the health and well-being of the whole family. Here's to a happy, healthy, and stress-free school year! 📚❤️

Longley’s Pharmacy — Caring for our community every day since 1956.

The transition into a new school year can be a time of excitement and stress for children of all ages. From kindergarteners facing separation anxiety to teens juggling academics and social pressures, back-to-school anxiety is common, but there are ways parents can help.

08/31/2026

💪 How strong is your core?

Your core does much more than give you a strong midsection—it helps support your balance, posture, stability, and everyday movement. A strong core can make everyday activities like bending, lifting, walking, and playing with the grandkids easier and more comfortable.

The good news? You don't have to be a fitness expert to work on your core strength! Simple exercises and activities can help you build strength and stability at any age.

🏃 Stay active
🧘 Try yoga or Pilates
💪 Add simple core exercises to your routine
🚶 Keep moving throughout the day

Want to learn more about why core strength matters and how to improve yours?

Read the full article here:
https://www.mygnp.com/blog/core-strength-how-good-is-yours/

❤️ Longley’s Pharmacy — Caring for our community every day since 1956.

You don’t have to be an athlete to benefit from a strong core. Strong core muscles give you the stability you need for everyday activities like climbing stairs, lifting groceries, getting up from a chair, or carrying a child. Core strength can also support better posture, balance, and sports perfo...

08/31/2026

🎉 **Mark your calendars!** 🎉

This year, Longley’s Pharmacy is celebrating 70 years of serving our community, and we want to celebrate with the people who made it possible — you! ❤️

Join us for a special Customer Appreciation Day on Friday, October 2nd. We’re planning a fun day to say thank you to our customers, friends, and neighbors for seven incredible decades of support.

📅 Friday, October 2nd
🎈 Customer Appreciation Day
❤️ Celebrating 70 Years

More details are coming soon, so follow us and stay tuned!

08/24/2026

🦷✨ **Make brushing fun, not a battle!**

Getting kids excited about brushing their teeth can help build healthy habits that last a lifetime. With a little creativity, brushing can become something they actually look forward to!

Try these fun ideas:
🎵 Play a favorite song while they brush
⏲️ Use a timer or brushing app to make it a game
🪥 Let them choose their own toothbrush and toothpaste
⭐ Celebrate good brushing habits with praise or a reward chart

Healthy smiles start with healthy routines!

Read more tips here:
https://www.mygnp.com/blog/4-ways-to-make-toothbrushing-more-fun-for-your-kid/

Stop by Longley's Pharmacy for toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, and other oral care essentials for the whole family.

❤️ **Caring for our community every day since 1956.**

Getting young children to brush their teeth can feel like a losing battle, but it’s one worth fighting. Nearly one in four children aged two through five has cavities in their baby teeth.

08/22/2026

🏈🐶 **DUEL OF THE DOGS!** 🐶🏈

College football is almost back — we’re just 2 weeks away from the first kickoff of the season! 🙌

So we have to ask… which dog are you backing?

🧡 Smokey & the Tennessee Vols — 👍 LIKE
❤️ Uga & the Georgia Bulldogs — ❤️ LOVE

Whichever side of the rivalry you’re on, Longley’s Pharmacy can help you get tailgate ready! 🏈 We have fun Tennessee and Georgia gear from Glory Haus, Inc. available now — perfect for your home, office, tailgate, or as a gift for your favorite fan.

Stop by and grab your team gear before kickoff!

🧡🤍 **GO VOLS!** or
❤️🖤 **GO DAWGS!**

📍 Available now at Longley's Pharmacy

08/19/2026

📚✏️ Back-to-school season is here! 🎒

A new school year means new routines, busy schedules, and plenty of excitement. Help your child start the year off on the right foot by making their health a priority!

Here are 5 simple ways to keep your child healthy during back-to-school season:

💉 Keep vaccinations up to date
😴 Encourage healthy sleep habits
🥦 Get back to nutritious eating
🧼 Reinforce good handwashing habits
❤️ Help reduce stress and make time to relax

A little preparation can go a long way toward making the school year healthier and happier for the whole family!

Need help with medications, immunizations, or back-to-school health essentials? Longley’s Pharmacy is here for you!

❤️ Caring for our community every day since 1956.

08/17/2026

🎓📦 **Heading off to college? Don't forget your health checklist!**

Moving into college is an exciting milestone, and a little preparation now can help make the transition smoother. Before move-in day, take a few minutes to make sure you're ready to stay healthy throughout the semester.

✔️ Refill your prescriptions
💉 Make sure your vaccinations are up to date
🩺 Pack a basic first aid kit
💊 Bring over-the-counter essentials like pain relievers, allergy medicine, and cold remedies
📋 Know how to manage your medications and keep them stored safely

Check out this helpful college health checklist:
https://www.mygnp.com/blog/college-health-checklist-what-to-do-before-you-move-in/

Before you head to campus, stop by Longley's Pharmacy! We're here to help with prescription refills, immunizations, medication counseling, and all the health essentials you'll need for a successful school year.

❤️ **Caring for our community every day since 1956.**

Starting college is exciting, but lifestyle changes, close living quarters, and academic pressure can affect your physical and mental health.

08/10/2026

🧼🎉 **Handwashing can be fun—and it's one of the easiest ways to help keep your family healthy!**

Teaching kids proper handwashing habits doesn't have to be a chore. Turn it into a game by singing a favorite song, making bubbles, or seeing who can wash their hands the longest (about **20 seconds** is just right!).

Remember to wash your hands:
🫧 Before eating or preparing food
🚻 After using the restroom
🤧 After coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose
🐶 After touching pets
🛒 After being in public places

Making handwashing a daily habit helps reduce the spread of germs and keeps everyone healthier.

Read more with this fun and helpful article:
https://www.mygnp.com/blog/washing-your-hands-lets-make-it-fun/

Need hand soap, hand sanitizer, or other family wellness essentials? Stop by **Longley's Pharmacy**—we're here to help your family stay healthy all year long!

❤️ **Caring for our community every day since 1956.**

Teaching your child to wash their hands properly is one of the simplest— and most effective — things you can do to keep them healthy. One

08/04/2026

💉 Could the shingles vaccine help protect you?

If you're 50 or older, or have certain health conditions that increase your risk, now is a great time to talk with your healthcare provider or pharmacist about the shingles vaccine.

Shingles is a painful rash caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. It can lead to long-lasting nerve pain and other complications—but vaccination can significantly reduce your risk.

Learn more about who should get vaccinated and why:
https://www.mygnp.com/blog/should-i-get-the-shingles-vaccine/

At Longley's Pharmacy, we're here to help you stay up to date on recommended vaccines and answer your questions about immunizations. Stop by or give us a call to learn more about your vaccination options.

❤️ Caring for our community every day since 1956.

If you had chickenpox as a child, the virus that caused it never fully leaves your body. Instead, it goes dormant in your nerve tissue. And for roughly one in three Americans, it can reactivate later in life as shingles.