Are you considering quitting smoking, or is there someone in your life that you want to help quit smoking? When someone takes the big step of deciding to quit smoking, family, friends, and co-workers can make a huge difference by giving their help and support.

If your friend isn't quite ready to quit, try to see it from their side. For most smokers, cigarettes have been a steady companion for a long time. Some reluctance is normal, and it doesn't mean your friend won't be able to quit for good. First, let your friend know you understand their doubts, then suggest they list their reasons for quitting.

Quitting smoking is a journey and a process, not a single event. Access resources to get tips on what you can do from the start to help someone quit and to help them “stay quit.” Plan on being there for the long run and helping them meet the challenges along the way.

This morning, we will talk with Allison about the reasons to quit smoking, managing the physical effects of quitting smoking and most importantly, how to receive help and support through the process.

https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/give-it-up-stop-smoking-with-support-from-aultman-hospital

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On this episode of Health Matters Pharmacist Paul White and Pharmacist Brad White are joined by Dr. Natalie LaScola Doctor of Podiatric Medicine and Niki Kirven LPN both from Aultman Wound Care Center.

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https://aultmandocs.com/physicians/natalie-k-lascola

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Aultman’s Comprehensive Medical Rehabilitation Program is a 60-bed intensive inpatient rehab unit. Their specially trained and skilled staff will assist you as you recover from your injury or illness. From Physicians and nurses to dietitians and social workers the focus is to restore function and improve the overall quality of life after the illness or injury.

Amanda Archer, MPH, was appointed Canton City Health Commissioner on January 25, 2024 and is the first woman to lead the department since its inception in 1849. Amanda is a 1998 graduate of McKinley High School and began her tenure with Canton City Health Department in 2014 as an epidemiologist after earning her Master of Public Health from the University of Akron. She became Director of the Office of Public Information and Innovation in 2020

https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/canton-city-public-health-amanda-archer-mph-health-commissioner

In the journey toward better health and well-being, the guidance of a skilled dietitian can be invaluable. Dietitians are trained experts in nutrition who specialize in helping individuals make meaningful changes to their diet and lifestyle to achieve their health goals

https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/aultcare-dieticians-joy-benjamin-and-tori-hargett

Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Hospital is the largest group of board-certified cardiologists in Stark County who are committed to delivering scientifically based diagnostic and treatment options. Dr Qureshi Cardiologist is joining us in this episode to talk about Cardiovascular care.

https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/dr-ataul-qureshi-md-aultman-deuble-heart-amp-vascular-hospital

This episode of Health Matters is focused on our new Cost Plus Generic Prescription Savings program called the Health Matters Membership Savings Program.   

Pharmacists Paul White and Brad White discuss what the components of the Membership Program include, what the Cost Plus model means to patients, and other popular pharmacy services. 

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The American Heart Association was founded by 6 cardiologists in 1924 and has become the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Heart disease is the number one killer worldwide, and stroke ranks second globally. Even when those conditions don’t result in death, they cause disability and diminish quality of life. The AHA wants to see a world free of cardiovascular disease and stroke. February is Heart Month and we all have the power to take action to protect ourselves against heart disease. 

In this episode, you will learn the answers to the following questions:

1. What is the significance of Heart month?

2. What is the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest?

3. What are the symptoms of a Heart Attack?

4. Do the symptoms of heart attack differ between men and women?

5. What is CPR and what does it stand for?

6. What does it mean to “know your numbers?”

7. How can I take action to improve my heart-healthy numbers?

https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/heart-health-month-with-the-american-heart-association