Proactive Health: How Your Pharmacist Can Help You Stay Ahead

What does proactive health actually look like in everyday life?

In this episode of Beyond the Script, Dr. Jake Goodman sits down with CVS pharmacist Marshal Carter to explore how pharmacists help people stay ahead of illness through preventative care, medication safety, and everyday health habits.

From questions about vitamins and supplements to vaccines, health screenings, and medication interactions, they break down the real conversations happening at pharmacy counters across the country.

Marshall shares why pharmacists are often the most accessible healthcare professionals in a community—and how a simple question at the pharmacy can help prevent bigger health issues down the road.

Plus, in the Myth or Medicine segment, Dr. Goodman and Marshal tackle common health claims—from sunscreen to exercise.

Whether you’re managing medications, trying to stay healthy, or just curious about better health habits, this episode offers practical advice you can use every day.

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