We take a lot of pills! Researchers estimate that in any given week, 4 out of 5 adults will use prescription medicines, over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, or dietary supplements of some sort. And nearly 1/3 of adults take 5 or more different medications. Although medications are supposed to make us better, that is not always the […]
Patient Empowerment Blog
The Impact of the High Cost of Healthcare
It goes without saying that if you have a serious illness, or are dealing with a chronic illness, it will be harder for you to improve, or even maintain, your health if you cannot afford doctor visits, medications, tests, and other healthcare expenses. Unfortunately, this is happening all too often in the US as many […]
The Benefits of Palliative Care
If you or a loved one are dealing with a serious illness, palliative care might just be the thing you need! Many people have not heard of palliative care or are unsure about the benefits of palliative care. But it’s worth your time to learn more because the benefits of palliative care can be tremendous. […]
Germs in Hospitals and Doctor Offices – Watch Out!
Germs can be dangerous, causing a wide range of infectious diseases. Some people go to extremes to avoid germs, but for most of us, we just try to be careful, while trying not to think about it. But we can’t escape germs, even in places we think are clean. Did you know doctor offices and […]
How Safe are Medical Devices?
How safe are medical devices? You know you’re taking a risk if you’re skydiving or bull riding. But did you know there are serious risks associated with many medical devices? Maybe your diabetes leads to a recommendation for an insulin pump. Or perhaps years of constant hip pain led you to a surgeon’s office to […]