The clock ticked away, the countdown ended, and we welcomed the new year, a perfect time to start thinking of New Year’s resolutions. Better late than never. What better New Year’s resolution than focusing on being happy and healthy? Are you ready for a fantastic journey of fun and wellness? Let’s dive in! Move […]
Read MoreBoost Your Immune System Outdoors
Hot cocoa and warm mittens are the nostalgic memories of playing long hours in the snow. Time, we spent sledding or building forts and snowmen on snow days, longing never to go inside. Childhood time spent outside creates memories as well as boosts immunity. Outdoor play is meant for not only children but also adults! […]
Read MoreYour Ultimate Black Friday Pinworm Checklist
Thanksgiving and Christmas are the two most famous holidays in the United States. For some, Black Friday is the most celebrated holiday. A day, people wake up bright and early in the morning to find the best parking spot at the mall—the nostalgic hustle and bustle from store to store. And after a long day […]
Read MoreBOO! As if pinworms weren’t scary enough, view our list of spooky pinworm facts below. Pinworms are the length of a staple When humans fall asleep, pinworms crawl out of their anus Female pinworms lay eggs in the anus Pinworm infection often occurs in more than one person in a household or institution. Don’t be […]
Read MoreThree Tips for Keeping your Child Healthy this School Year
As schools open and classrooms fill with students, we’ve compiled a few tips to keep your kids healthy and safe this school year. By supporting your kid’s mental and physical health you will increase their readiness to learn and decrease their stress. To help reduce your children’s sick days and strengthen their immune systems, […]
Read MoreKeep Pinworms in the Past
Most people have had or heard of Lice, a tiny insect infestation found on humans’ scalps. They are common among children and can spread quickly through direct contact. Pinworms, white parasites that live and breed in the large intestine, are a less familiar but just as common infestation. According to UTMB Health, the earliest known […]
Read MoreReese’s Pinworm Medicine’s Summer Camp Safety Checklist
School ends, the temperature rises, and before you know it your child and their best friends are getting excited about summer camp. Visions of tire swings, swimming, and bon fires dance through their head, but there’s something slithering through yours. A question. A worry. What if my child gets pinworm? With summer approaching full swing, […]
Read MoreBe Prepared and Take the Fear Out of Pinworm Infection
Dealing with a pinworm infection can be a scary experience if you’re not sure how to handle it. Knowing what you’re supposed to do can provide as much comfort as the medicine itself. This month, Reese’s Pinworm Medicine’s blog put together some resources for you to use to take the fear out of the infection. […]
Read MoreGarlic: Good for Bad Breath, Not for Pinworm
Recently, while perusing the internet, we came upon some pretty bad advice for how to treat a pinworm infection. Rather than recommending consulting a doctor, or following basic sanitation techniques, the recommendation they gave? Chew a clove of garlic. WHAT DO WE HAVE AGAINST GARLIC? Absolutely nothing! Garlic is great and you should season your […]
Read MoreFaced with a $1,000 Bill, Woman Turns to OTC Pinworm Medicine
Ms. Williams went to her doctor because her daughter had an itchy bottom. She was informed this was a classic sign of pinworm infection and was given a prescription for pinworm medicine. She thought nothing of it until she reached the pharmacy counter. What she discovered was that a four-tablet treatment cost $724. The out […]
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