Weight Loss / Medicare
8 min read
Medicare's New GLP-1 Bridge Program
Starting July 1, 2026, eligible Medicare patients can access Wegovy and Zepbound for $50/month. Here's everything NYC patients need to know.
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Prescribers
7 min read
What NYC Prescribers Should Know About 79th Street Pharmacy
Full GLP-1 inventory, automatic copay savings, same-day cold-chain delivery. Here is what prescribers need to know before referring patients.
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5 min read
Getting ahead of flu season - what actually works
Vaccines, hand hygiene, and the supplements worth taking (and the ones that aren't). A no-nonsense guide from our pharmacist.
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Safety
4 min read
5 medication storage mistakes most people make
Bathroom cabinets are the worst place for most medications. Here's where to store yours - and why it matters.
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Wellness
6 min read
The truth about vitamin D in NYC
Why Manhattanites are often deficient (especially in winter) and how to know if you actually need a supplement.
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Chronic Care
7 min read
Home blood pressure monitoring done right
How to take an accurate reading, how often, and what numbers actually mean for your long-term health.
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Patient Tips
3 min read
How to get the most from a 5-minute pharmacist visit
Three questions that will change how you understand every prescription you fill.
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Travel
5 min read
Pre-travel checklist: medications & vaccines
Heading abroad? Here's what to pack, what to refill early, and which immunizations to plan weeks ahead.
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