Mountain Care Pharmacy Blog

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: How Pharmacists Support Patients During Treatment
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to honor those affected by breast cancer, raise awareness, and highlight the importance of support during treatment. While doctors and nurses are often front and center in cancer care, pharmacists play a

Ageless Adventures: Celebrating National Assisted Living Week 2025
Looking Back on a Week of Joy and Discovery From September 7–13, communities across the country celebrated National Assisted Living Week (NALW). This year’s theme, “Ageless Adventure,” invited residents, staff, families, and partners like Mountain Care Pharmacy to embrace the

Supporting Families Through the Final Chapter: How Pharmacies Contribute to Dignity and Comfort
When a loved one enters hospice care, the focus shifts from curing illness to maximizing comfort, compassion, and quality of life. It’s an emotional journey—one filled with questions, uncertainty, and deeply personal decisions. And during these final chapters, the right

Are Compounded Medications Safe?
Let’s Talk About the Science, the Safety, and the People Behind the Counter If you’ve ever been prescribed a medication that wasn’t available in a standard dose or form—like a liquid instead of a pill, or a dye-free version of

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): How Compounding Can Personalize Your Care
Hot flashes in the middle of a work meeting. Sleepless nights. Mood swings that make you feel like a stranger to yourself. Sound familiar? These are just a few of the reasons many people turn to hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

Compounding for Pets: Keeping Your Furry Friends Healthy & Happy
At Mountain Care Pharmacy, we know pets aren’t just animals—they’re cherished family members. Whether they greet you at the door, curl up on your lap, or make you laugh with their quirky antics, they deserve the same thoughtful, personalized care

Why Does My Medication Look Different This Time?
You open your pill bottle and pause— “This isn’t what my medication usually looks like.” Instead of the round blue tablet you’re used to, it’s oval and white. You might wonder: Did the pharmacy make a mistake? Did I get

Why You Should Always Finish Your Antibiotics (Even If You Feel Better)
We’ve all been there. You start feeling sick, you visit your healthcare provider, and you leave with a prescription for an antibiotic. After a few days of taking it, the sore throat is gone, the fever breaks, and you’re back

Supporting Men’s Health in Long-Term Care: A Pharmacist’s Role
June is Men’s Health Month, a time to spotlight the unique health challenges that men face—and the crucial role we all play in supporting their well-being, especially as they age. In long-term care settings, where residents often manage multiple conditions