Introducing Ask the Pharmacist With Dr. Shannon Yarosz!
Ask the Pharmacist launches on 2 NEWS with expert medication and seasonal health advice from Cedarville University!
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Cedarville University School of Pharmacy is partnering with 2 NEWS to launch a new segment, Ask the Pharmacist, designed to help viewers of all ages make informed decisions about medications, seasonal illnesses, and everyday health concerns. In this first episode, viewers are introduced to Shannon Yarosz, PharmD, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Cedarville University, as she shares practical, pharmacist-approved guidance you can use right away.
Dr. Yarosz begins by answering a common question many patients ask: When should you choose acetaminophen versus ibuprofen? She explains the differences between Tylenol, Motrin, and Advil, how each works for pain and fever, and why ibuprofen may be preferred for inflammation, muscle pain, or swelling. She also highlights important safety considerations, including liver issues, stomach ulcers, kidney concerns, high blood pressure, and alcohol use, reinforcing why talking with a pharmacist matters.
Timestamps:
0:00 Ask the Pharmacist partnership launch with Cedarville University
0:47 Acetaminophen vs ibuprofen for pain, fever, and inflammation
1:21 Medication safety concerns and who should avoid certain options
1:55 Cold vs flu symptoms during a severe flu season
2:37 When to seek medical care for worsening symptoms
3:02 Choosing safe cough and cold medications for children
As one of the worst flu seasons in years continues, Dr. Yarosz explains how to tell the difference between a cold and the flu, including symptom onset, fever, chills, fatigue, and body aches. She also outlines clear signs for when to seek medical attention, such as high fever, chest pain, shortness of breath, or dehydration.
The segment wraps up with guidance for parents choosing cough and cold products for children. Dr. Yarosz stresses the importance of matching medications to symptoms, reading labels carefully, and selecting age- and weight-appropriate products marketed specifically for children.
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This episode of Ask the Pharmacist introduces Cedarville University School of Pharmacy through timely, practical health guidance. Viewers learn how to safely choose between common pain relievers, recognize cold versus flu symptoms, know when to seek medical care, and select appropriate medications for children. Led by a Cedarville pharmacy faculty member, Dr. Shannon Yarosz, the segment highlights how pharmacists support everyday health decisions in the community.