Boomers have a drug problem, but not the kind you might think
Polypharmacy can be dangerous.
March 9, 2020
Drugs
These common prescription drugs might boost your dementia risk
A new study points the finger at common anticholinergic drugs
February 21, 2020
Is it really dementia? These common medications can trigger dementia-like symptoms
Certain classes of drugs can block an important chemical messenger in the brain.
February 8, 2020
How high-priced “specialty drugs” are exposing more flaws in our system
These medications are becoming increasingly common, though many Americans are unfamiliar with the term.
January 13, 2020
Everything you need to know about shopping abroad for cheaper prescription drugs
Americans routinely skirt federal law to buy prescription medications at a fraction of the price they would pay at home.
August 22, 2019
5 important questions you should ask your pharmacist
Your pharmacist is a valuable member of your health team, and can help you in ways you probably don't even realize.
August 13, 2019
Big drug brands roll out their own generics to box out the competition
Authorized generics can be as profitable as, if not more profitable than, brand-name drugs
August 5, 2019
New service could help you get cheaper prescriptions before leaving the doctor
The goal is to help patients avoid “sticker shock” at the pharmacy
July 11, 2019
Judge strikes down rule requiring prescription drug prices to be shown in ads
The new law would have taken effect this week
July 10, 2019
Nearly 40% of children treated for medication-related poisoning took their grandparents’ medicines
Study finds grandparents are leaving prescription drugs in unsecured locations
July 2, 2019
Want a healthy brain? Put down the supplements and pick up some veggies
Organizers of a study call supplements “a massive waste of money”
July 2, 2019
The alarming amount by which each of the top brand name drugs have increased in price
Study investigated price rises of the top drugs from 2012 to 2017
June 10, 2019
5 effective ways to reduce your prescription drug costs
With drug prices high, many struggle to cover the costs. Follow these five ways to save (hint: it's easier than you think)
May 16, 2019
TV ads for prescription drugs will soon feature prices
The government hopes the new rules will pressure drug companies to lower costs
May 10, 2019
With older Americans taking more prescription drugs, the health risks are rising
For every pill you add, the danger of a bad reaction increases
April 12, 2019
The fastest growing victims of the opioid crisis: middle-aged women
A health crisis is often the catalyst for a group that—mistakenly—may believe they're past the age risk of addiction
March 25, 2019
Older men and women don’t get the same health benefits from love
When it comes to heart health, at least, women win
February 12, 2019
Filling your prescriptions abroad can save you thousands. But should you?
With a supply of insulin 80% cheaper in Mexico, Americans are crossing the border to shop
February 12, 2019
Opioid deaths rise a shocking 500% among older women, new study shows
It's not just young people who are succumbing to the epidemic
January 15, 2019
New study asks if you really need those cholesterol meds
You know the benefits. Have you and your doctor talked about the risks?
December 5, 2018