If You Are Taking More Than 1 Medication

For many people living in developed countries, taking medication for high blood pressure or high cholesterol has become a routine part of daily life. It’s almost like taking a morning vitamin—many people likely consider it “just the norm.” Also, it’s said that many people are taking not only high blood pressure medication but also other … Continue reading If You Are Taking More Than 1 Medication →

How many prescription drugs do you take?

Our family doesn’t own a TV but we watch movies and shows on personal devices and sometimes through a projector. On those rare occasions of watching TV, I notice a lot of pharmaceutical commercials. You may not be aware, but the US and New Zealand are the Only countries that allow pharmaceutical companies to advertise … Continue reading How many prescription drugs do you take? →

Why do you need prescription medicine?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), roughly half of Americans take at least one prescription drug, with more than 1 in 4 Americans taking three or more prescribed drugs. One in 10 take five or more prescriptions, and the numbers only climb as individuals get older.  Ironically, CDC also says that … Continue reading Why do you need prescription medicine? →