Medications

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Medication Disposal: How to Safely Get Rid Of Unwanted Medicine

With many seniors taking multiple medications, it’s common for some to expire and others to be stopped when no longer...

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Build a Backup Medication Supply for Emergencies at No Extra Cost

Missing medication doses is dangerous for seniors Many seniors take multiple medications to manage chronic health conditions. Taking these medications...

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Senior Medication Safety: 9 Important Questions to Ask the Pharmacist

Because seniors often take multiple medications, they’re at higher risk of drug interactions and negative side effects. Pharmacists are medication...

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Caring From a Distance: 2 Ways to Manage Senior Health During Covid-19

Coronavirus has changed everything in our lives, especially for those of us caring for an older adult we love. Ensuring...

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8 Questions to Ask the Pharmacist When Seniors Get New Prescriptions

Pharmacists are trusted experts who can explain what medications are for, how to take them, and if there are potential...

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4 Tips to Make Senior Medication Management Safer and Easier

It can be challenging for seniors to stay on track with their medications, but getting doses wrong or mixing up...

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Simplify Complex Medication Routines with a DIY Pill Board

When medication routines become complex or “non-standard,” it’s easy for mistakes or missed doses to happen. While caring for a...

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Managing Medications for Seniors: Improve Health with an Automated Pill Dispenser

If you’re caring for an ailing spouse or aging relative, you’re probably far too familiar with the worry of managing...

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Why Seniors Should Ask Pharmacists: How Much Will My Prescription Cost without Insurance?

Seniors and caregivers are in the habit of using insurance benefits to pay for prescription medication. But sometimes, the cash...

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The High Cost of Prescription Drugs in America: 3 Medicare Initiatives & 3 Ways to Reduce Costs Now

Seniors covered by Medicare have been hit hard by sharply rising prescription drug costs. HealthMarkets explains the 3 steps that...

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