Heartburn and what to do about it?
Have you ever had that pain and burning sensation in your chest as you’re just getting ready to sleep after a hard day’s work? Well, I have. And in case you haven’t - lucky for...
300 Medications Dropped by Insurance in 2020
Insurance providers update their list of covered medications every year. This list is called a formulary, and it helps plan enrollees to understand whether or not their insurance will help pay for their medication. Find...
Medication Reminders Improving Drug Adherence for older patients
Medication adherence refers to the extent to which a person’s medication-taking behavior corresponds with recommendations from a healthcare provider. The world Health Organization reports that adherence to medications averages 50% among patients with chronic diseases,...
Planes, trains and prescription pills: On travelling with your medications
Winter travel to exotic locations may be on your New Year’s list, but if you’re taking medication for a chronic illness, make sure to find out what you need to travel across borders with your...
To finish or to not finish: New guidelines on medication compliance
Until a few years ago, when giving a prescription for antibiotics, healthcare providers advised us to finish the entire course of medication. Even if you felt better, you were supposed to carry on until the...
Brands are grand, but generics have merit!
It’s not an uncommon situation: your doctor gives you a prescription and you fill it. You remember your doctor told you the name of the drug you’d be getting, but when you get your medication,...
Flu vaccination: Your best shot at staying well!
Flu season is in full swing in most parts of the world. Immunization is the leading factor in preventing the flu, reducing its impact, and minimizing complications from the flu. Read...
“To your health!”: Making decisions about alcohol and prescription drugs
It’s the holidays! All around the world, people are preparing tocelebrate a number of important holidays, including New Year’s Eve. Alcohol is often a standard part of these celebrations, as… Read...
Beyond a spoonful of sugar: Helping kids take their medicine
If you’re a parent or caretaker of a small child, you’re probably familiar with this reaction to medication. Often too young to know how to swallow tablets or capsules, most toddlers and young children strongly...
The curious case of drug contraindications
So your doctor has identified your health problem and it’s one a prescription can help fix. Off you go to fill it and start taking as prescribed. After all, the… Read more...