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Summer is synonymous with outdoor adventures, from basking in the sun to gathering around a campfire. However, these enjoyable activities can sometimes lead to unfortunate situations like burns, ranging from a mild sunburn to a more severe campfire burn. Understanding how to prevent and treat these burns is crucial to ensure a safe and enjoyable summer.

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Many unknowingly practice it on a daily basis. Others recognize it as a life-altering global movement. So what exactly is biohacking?

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June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month and we want you to be well equipped to care for your migraine and headache patients.

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In today's fast-paced world, maintaining optimal health can be a challenge. Despite the best intentions, many adults struggle to meet their nutritional needs through diet alone — that's where supplements can play a crucial role.

Infertility

In recognition of National Infertility Awareness Week, April 21-27, PCCA Director of Clinical Services Sara Hover, RPh, FAARM, discusses how fertility is increasingly viewed as an indicator of overall health; how the intertwine of metabolic balance, hormone production and mitochondria impact fertility; as well as a way compounders can help those whose individual needs exceed commercially available medicines.

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At the beginning of a new year, many people begin a detoxification and weight loss journey as part of their annual resolutions or to recover from over-indulging during the holidays. But in an environment where most are exposed to a variety of foreign contaminants daily, practices that help minimize or remove chemicals unknowingly stored in the body have become an important habit throughout the year.

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Read how estrogen levels in men impact testosterone levels, the consequences of low testosterone and the potential ways compounding pharmacies can help.

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Read how inflammation impacts the immune system and how diet and nutritional supplements can potentially help immune system functions.

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Learn about the properties — including a biomarker for efficacy, known and unknown mechanisms of action and more — of minoxidil, the only FDA approved topical active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for alopecia in men and women.

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Establishing yourself as a men's health consultant can be a differentiating factor between yourself and your competitors. Between HRT, prostate health and supplementation, Bruce Biundo of PCCA Clinical Services is happy to provide methods you can use to establish yourself as the authoritative voice on men's health to those in your area.