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Tuesday, November 20, 2012  7&4's Nathan Edwards examines the facts behind sleeping pills and asks the experts about possible alternatives.

Tuesday, October 30, 2012  As Hurricane Sandy barrels down on the northeast, here in Northern Michigan, preparing for disaster and Winter weather is key.

Tuesday, October 23, 2012  The Fungal Meningitis outbreak has now reached 16 states, has been connected to 297 illnesses and 23 deaths - including 5 in Michigan so far.

Tuesday, October 02, 2012  Making a House Call this week is Pharmacist Mark Thompson from Thompson Pharmacy in Traverse City. This week we talk about preparation for batting the flu virus this season.

Tuesday, September 25, 2012  There are many things we hope our children never have to go through. There is one thing in particular that does not just become a nightmare for children, it becomes a nightmare for parents too. It's the creepy, crawly, nearly invisible parasite we all despise...LICE! Making a House Call this week Pharmacist Mark Thompson of Thompson Pharmacy.

Tuesday, August 14, 2012  It's known as the "kissing disease" and as your teens go back to school, they're the most vulnerable to catching this disease.

Thursday, March 15, 2012  Filling prescriptions can cost hundreds of dollars, but Meijer is trying to change that.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012  Plans for a new CVS Pharmacy on the corner of Front Street and Division in Traverse City were given the go ahead Tuesday night by City Commissioners.

Tuesday, September 27, 2011  Just days after the pharmacy break-in and heroin bust at a Traverse City convienant store, 7&4 News is taking a closer look at the drug problem in the area.

Thursday, May 26, 2011  A suspect sketch is being distributed to help find the person responsible for robbing a Mecosta County pharmacy at gunpoint.

Monday, May 23, 2011  The Mecosta County Sheriff's Office says the man walked into the store and demanded medication.  Schedule II narcotics were stolen.

Saturday, May 14, 2011  A man is behind bars after robbing a pharmacy at gunpoint.

Tuesday, April 26, 2011  Wilson Elementary in Alpena is closed Tuesday, April 26th after an armed robbery happened at a pharmacy in the area.  The Alpena Police Department says the robbery happened Monday afternoon at the LaFave Pharmacy on Chisholm Street in Alpena.

Monday, May 17, 2010  A Traverse City woman is behind bars, accused of trying to rob the pharmacy at the Munson Community Health Center.

Saturday, May 15, 2010  The woman demanded drugs and told the pharmacist she was armed.