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Many prescription and over-the-counter medications actually worsen dementia. Find out how to reduce unnecessary medications and hospitalizations.

Overmedication Worsens Dementia: How to Avoid Medication Problems

Sponsored by Geriatric Academy Overmedication in the older adult population is a significant healthcare crisis. In fact, overmedication, or polypharmacy...

Getting prior authorization for medication can be stressful and delay treatment

3 Ways to Get Prescriptions If Prior Authorization for Medication Is Needed

Getting prior authorization for medication can be inconvenient, stressful, and even delay treatment. BuzzRx explains what it is and shares...

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Medicare & Medicaid

Medicare Open Enrollment 2023: Minimize Costs, Maximize Coverage

Medicare Open Enrollment is Oct 15 to Dec 7 Medicare open enrollment or annual election period (AEP) is an enrollment...

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Medications / Practical Tips

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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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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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...

How to stay safe while handling aggressive dementia behavior

Alzheimer's & Dementia

How to Deal with Aggressive Dementia Behavior: 14 Tips

Use calming techniques to de-escalate aggressive dementia behavior Some people with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia may enter a combative stage of...

Check this list of 10 medications that seniors should not take or should use with caution

10 Medications Seniors Should Avoid Taking

Seniors should use medication with caution Did you know that 36% of adults aged 65 and older report taking at...

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Medications / Paying for Care

5 Options for Drugs Not Covered by Medicare

Medicare doesn’t always cover all drugs Most older adults get prescription drug coverage through a Medicare Part D plan or...

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