Mitchell’s Drug Stores Celebrate American Pharmacists Month, Free Health Screenings and Vaccinations
Congressman Eric Burlison to Attend Event in Support of Community Pharmacies
(NEOSHO, Mo. – October 14, 2024) – In recognition of American Pharmacists Month, Mitchell’s Drug Stores is hosting a public event on Thursday, October 17 to celebrate the vital role pharmacists play in keeping communities healthy. The event will feature free blood pressure and glucose screenings, vaccinations, and a special visit from Congressman Eric Burlison.
Congressman Burlison will receive a tour of the pharmacy and health and wellness clinic, followed by a conversation with the owner of Mitchell’s Drug Stores, Tim Mitchell, and other independent pharmacy owners to discuss the pharmacy profession and its future from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
“This American Pharmacists Month Mitchell’s Drug Stores is honored to recognize the many ways pharmacists across the nation, and locally in Missouri, serve their communities by providing vital health services,” says Mitchell. “This event is an opportunity for the Neosho community to access free health services, learn more about the work pharmacies do to promote wellness and hear from their district representative.”
Pharmacists, nurse practitioners and community health workers will perform free blood pressure and blood glucose screenings from 9 a.m. to noon. Free vaccinations for flu, pneumonia, RSV, Shingles, tetanus, and COVID-19 will be offered from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
WHAT: Celebration of American Pharmacists Month at Mitchell’s Drug Stores
WHEN: Thursday, October 17 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Congressman Eric Burlison visits from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Mitchell’s On The Boulevard and Mitchell’s Health and Wellness Clinic | 719 S. Neosho Blvd., Neosho, MO 64850
About Mitchell’s Drug Stores
A locally owned, full-service, independent pharmacy group, Mitchell’s Drug Stores has proudly served the community for over 21 years. Located in Neosho, Missouri, Mitchell’s Drug Stores has three pharmacy stores: Mitchell’s On The Boulevard, Mitchell’s Downtown Pharmacy, and Mitchell’s Long Term Care. Mitchell’s Drug Stores is committed to serving the community, prioritizing patient health, convenience, and quality service. Mitchell’s Health and Wellness Clinic, located in Mitchell’s On The Boulevard, offers extended care to the Neosho community by providing comprehensive health services. For more information, visit mitchelldrug.com.