A Note from Susan: A heartfelt update, a season of gratitude, and what comes next

March 11, 2026 

After much reflection, I have made the heartfelt decision to close the Murray Ave Apothecary brick-and-mortar pharmacy and in-house lab this summer.

This is not a decision I made lightly.

For nearly two decades on Murray Avenue — and throughout my 45 years in pharmacy practice — it has been my privilege to help so many wonderful clients and their furry family members. The smiles, stories, and trust you brought through my door have meant more to me than I can ever fully express.

As I prepare for this next chapter, I find myself thinking often of my dad — a pharmacist, a successful independent business owner, and my hero. I followed in his footsteps, and I truly believe he would be smiling down on me now, proud of the care, community, and neighborhood pharmacy spirit that grew from the example he set for me so many years ago.

My dad always said, “Don’t say goodbye, say so long.”

So please know — this is not goodbye.

To thank the MAA and LabNaturals, Inc. community I am holding an ONLINE Client Gratitude Sale across all LabNaturals.com brand sites and in store while current inventory lasts.

Many of these products have been longtime favorites for so many of you over the years, and I hope this sale is one small way to say thank you for your loyalty, trust, and friendship.

What This Means for Your Favorite Products

To make this transition as clear and seamless as possible:

• LabNaturalsSKINcare and Acetyl Glutathione will continue to be available online on LabNaturals.com.

• Private-label products and supplements, including certain key hormone-support favorites such as OTC progesterone, will transition to my online Professional Supplement Dispensary. More details to follow.

• CBD and certain pharmacy-lab favorites will remain available while current inventory lasts — now is a good time to stock up.

• VitalHealthPharmacist.com will continue as my main online hub for health blogs, hormone education, consultations, test kits, and transition updates

And most importantly, I am not stepping away from the work I love most.

I will continue as Susan Merenstein, RPh — Holistic Consultant Pharmacist — The Vital Health Pharmacist™, focusing on education, consultation, supplementation, and helping people better understand their health.

Thank you for allowing me to be part of your lives and your health journey over the years.

I am looking forward to my "Third Act"!

With gratitude,

Susan Merenstein, RPh

Holistic Consultant Pharmacist

The Vital Health Pharmacist™