Tag Archives: Prescription

Deprescribing

You’ve written about older people taking too many medicines. My parents were each on 14 different drugs in their nineties! I kept begging them to speak with their doctor, but his answer was always, “if it’s working, don’t stop.” To … Continue reading

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8 Important Questions to Ask the Pharmacist

1. Are there any risks? What are the benefits of taking the medication?Weighing the risks and benefits can ensure that your getting the best medication for their health conditions. 2. What are the side effects?Being aware of potential side effects … Continue reading

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Build Back Better: Drug prices

I love the Op-ed section of the paper. I believe we all need to write at least one letter on something we’re passionate about in our lifetime. In saying that, I applaud this reader Like many Washington residents, I depend … Continue reading

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Technology

Rediscovering this article Judge: 84-year-old doctor who doesn’t use computer can’t regain license left me a) wondering if Dr. Anna Konopka is still alive (a quick Google search produced no updates) b) reminded me of Dr. Seth Hazlitt, the fictional … Continue reading

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Prescription Drug Ad

Comical Explanation

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