Should I Get a flu shot? The 2017-2018 flu season was one of the most severe in the past decade: According to CDC data, it is estimated that 80,000 individuals died from the flu in the US. 391 flu deaths were reported during the 2017-2018 flu season in North Carolina. That total is the most … Continued
If you are reading this post, chances are you have a family member, friend, co-worker, or neighbor that has battled cancer. In 2018, it is estimated that 1,735,350 individuals living in the United States were diagnosed with a type of cancer. To put that number in perspective, that is 100,000 more than the population of … Continued
Promoting preventive health is one of the most important jobs we have as pharmacists. With flu season right around the corner, the Sona team wants to make sure you know about the flu and the flu vaccine. In order to help you and your family make informed decisions, we’ve put together our top 10 points … Continued
What is CBD? CBD is the abbreviation for “cannabidiol”, a non-psychoactive component of the hemp plant. CBD is considered by a growing number of health professionals to be useful in addressing a variety of health concerns, especially those related to inflammatory and neurological conditions. An expanding body of anecdotal evidence indicates that many people believe … Continued
As the holiday weekend wraps up, school is getting back into the swing of things. Here are a few quick tips to help ensure our little ones have a happy, healthy, and successful school year. Wash your hands It seems like a no brainer, but washing your hands is more than just running your hands … Continued
The Sona Access Program is a service that provides personalized assistance for managing difficult medication regimens. The goal of the program is to help patients take the correct medications at the right time to improve their health. Below are a handful of stories on how the Sona Access Program has helped patients: *Names have been changed … Continued
The designation demonstrates the highest level of commitment to quality healthcare Asheville, NC – Sona Specialty Pharmacy is proud to announce that it has earned URAC accreditation in Specialty Pharmacy. URAC is the independent leader in promoting healthcare quality through accreditation, certification and measurement. By achieving this status, Sona Specialty Pharmacy has demonstrated a comprehensive … Continued
What are Beta Blockers? Beta blockers are a class of medication used to treat a variety of heart and blood pressure conditions including: heart failure, high blood pressure, angina, atrial fibrillation, and others. Beta blockers are prescribed for these conditions because they regulate the receptors that control heart rate. Decreasing your heart rate in these … Continued
The Sona Access Program is a service that provides personalized assistance for managing difficult medication regimens. The goal of the program is to help patients take the correct medications at the right time to improve their health. Although it sounds simple, the value that the Sona Access program provides to caregivers is immeasurable. Below are … Continued
Tell us a little about yourself! Hi, my name is Aaron Davis and I am a pharmacist here at Sona. I grew up in Ellenboro, NC. Both of my parents were school teachers and we lived on an Angus cattle farm. I’ve always enjoyed being outdoors whether it was working on the farm, camping, or … Continued
