This year, an estimated 4.5 billion prescriptions filled will be in the U.S., and with about half of consumers taking at least one prescription medication within the next 30-days. In fact, according to a recent JD Power study only 10% of people talk to their pharmacist when picking up their medications. To help improve communication… Continue reading Six Tips to Improve Communication With Your Pharmacist
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How Much Health-Care Privacy Do You Have?
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) enforces the Federal privacy regulations commonly known as the HIPAA Privacy Rule (HIPAA). HIPAA requires most doctors, nurses, pharmacies, hospitals, nursing homes, and other health care providers to protect the privacy of your health information. Here, from HHS, is a list of common questions about HIPAA… Continue reading How Much Health-Care Privacy Do You Have?
7 Things to Check Before You Leave The Pharmacy
Did you know that your pharmacist can work with you to help you take medications safely and reliably? Here are a few things to check when you fill a prescription, especially for a new medication: Make sure the label has your name on it and the directions from your doctor. If it doesn’t have directions,… Continue reading 7 Things to Check Before You Leave The Pharmacy
How to Get Rid of Dangerous Meds Safely
The federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) emphasizes that while medicines play an important role in treating many conditions and diseases, it’s important to dispose of them properly to avoid harm to others. Below, the agency lists some disposal options and some special disposal instructions to consider when throwing out expired, unwanted, or unused medicines.… Continue reading How to Get Rid of Dangerous Meds Safely