Give Me Magic Pills!
When people feel ill or even fearful of illness, they want relief, and they want it quickly. So we give them pills. The results are frequently unexpected: we get health care, and less and less health.
Prescription Drugs
Stay informed and safe with expert guidance on prescription drugs in retirement. Explore tips on proper usage, potential interactions, cost-saving strategies, and managing medications effectively to maintain your health, independence, and overall well-being.
Prescription Drugs
Solving America’s Drug Problem
How did we get into this mess that produces untold suffering, impedes effective health care, and costs our economy sacks of bullion and lost productivity? More importantly, what must we do to get out of it?
Medications and Aging
Medication safety and compliance is the number one concern with an aging loved one and home health care. Aging adults encounter many challenges when taking medications, and addressing these issues early can lead to better results and improved health.
Safe Medication and Aging
There are many challenges we face with aging and taking medications, but these obstacles can be overcome by caregivers. Here are the six most common challenges that caregivers face when dealing with their patient and medications.
Medication safety for seniors
Many people not only take more than one medication, but also see more than one doctor. It's important to inform all your doctors, especially your primary care physician, about all the medications you take, to avoid potentially dangerous drug interactions.
