HEALTH CONCERN
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Find a safe place to keep your medicines
“Mommy, mommy, I got this from the tv cabinet! Is this candy, mommy?” asked Amanda, my 4-year-old girl while showing ...
Three steps to take before you drop off your expired or unwanted medicines
There are three (3) additional steps people should take note of when dropping off any expired or unwanted medicines at ...
The Older Person and Polypharmacy, when should we cut down on medicines?
Older persons are more likely to have chronic medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, dementia ...
Let’s talk about medicine adherence
Stacks of medicines of various shapes and colors, in boxes and bottles hidden in the drawer, kitchen or bathroom. Familiar? ...
What are the risks of keeping unused medicines?
Open your fridge or medicine cabinet and see. Are there any leftover painkillers, unfinished antibiotics, expired antihistamines, or unwanted statins? ...
Silent killer: The truth about discarded medicine wastes
Have you ever wondered what happens if medicine wastes are discarded unsafely? Here’s the true story: Discarded medicines are considered ...
Tips on organising your medicines
‘Your sugar level seems high. Did you miss any dose yesterday? Did you take your medication as prescribed?’ I asked. ...
What do you do with the medicines you can’t use?
The Covid-19 wave has changed our world tremendously, especially on the vulnerable populations’ health. The alarming mortality rate due to ...
When should I dispose of unused medications?
Medications should be disposed of promptly when they have expired or when there is doubt about their expiry date. They ...