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Heidi Borst

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Heidi Borst is a freelance parenting, relationship, health, and wellness writer based in Wilmington, NC, with a Journalism degree from Rutgers University. Her work has appeared on MSN, Yahoo, The Mighty, Scary Mommy, Parent Map, New Jersey Family and more. Heidi is a proud introvert, coffee enthusiast, fitness junkie, and boy mom.
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Articles

A pharmacy technician in the pharmacy; how to avoid burnout
The Checkout

8 ways techs can avoid burnout

Healthcare workers have a lot on their plates. Prioritizing mental health with these 7 tips is essential to staying happy and healthy at work.
May 25, 2023
pack of antihistamines - zyrtec withdrawal
Drug Info

Signs of Zyrtec withdrawal

Not everyone who stops taking this allergy medication will experience symptoms, but if you do, they can be very uncomfortable
May 18, 2023
A clock and a pill pack — how long does it take birth control to work?
Drug Info

How fast does birth control work?

It varies by the type of contraception you use—from birth control pills to sterilization
May 9, 2023
birth control pack - antibiotics and birth control
Drug Info

Birth control pill brands 101

There are 3 main types of birth control pills—and among those, lots of options
May 8, 2023
Paper heart and drop of blood - rarest blood type
Health Education

What’s the rarest blood type?

There are 8 blood types and each dictates what blood you can receive from a donor
May 4, 2023
healthcare provider smiling - ENT or allergist
Health Education

ENT vs. allergist

Learn which provider you should see for your stuffy nose
Apr. 28, 2023
piggy bank - SingleCare reviews
Community

The best SingleCare reviews

We’re celebrating Savings Education Week with some of our favorite customer success stories from the past year
Apr. 11, 2023
person looking confused - how long does constipation last
Health Education

How long does constipation last?

If you’ve been having trouble going for more than three days, read what you should do next
Apr. 5, 2023
Person holding a piggy bank - SingleCare reviews
Company

March SingleCare reviews

As spring allergies flare up, don’t forget to use SingleCare to save on your medications—like these users!
Mar. 29, 2023
pharmacy tech with customer - pharmacy technician roles changing
The Checkout

9 changes to pharmacy tech roles

This is what techs can expect from their position in pharmacy in the future
Mar. 16, 2023
inhaler and air filter _ how to stop asthmatic cough
Health Education

Asthmatic cough 101

Treatment for this kind of asthma usually includes prescription medicines, such as inhalers, but lifestyle changes can also help
Mar. 1, 2023
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