Medications
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Staying organized with medical records is vital, especially nowadays. Keep updated lists of health issues and medications, understand their purposes, and consult your pharmacist for guidance on managing prescriptions effectively.
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When people can’t go home from a hospital, they are often sent to a skilled nursing facility. Why can’t they go home? It’s not safe. In health terms, being safe means being able to do everyday things without help with no harm being done. Everyday things, called Activities of Daily Living (ADL), are things like
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To find a primary care provider, contact your insurance for a list, ask friends, search online, and schedule appointments. Prioritize your health by finding the best fit for your needs.
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I want to break down a medication prescription. It gives the directions on how to take your meds. Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor) 25 mg PO bid PRN. This is how the doctor will often write the script. The pharmacy will print it out in easier to understand terms. In this example, the name of the medication,
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It’s pretty common for people to fall into a routine and forget a step. Things like taking medicine happen every day and it’s easy to forget if you did it already. This could happen while thinking about your day or getting interrupted. People sometimes blame being forgetful or overwhelmed. Sometimes they are scared if they
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