By the numbers, 66 percent of all American adults use prescription drugs. According to the Health Policy Institute, the total cost of prescription drugs topped out at $73 billion back in 1998. For individuals who are older or battling chronic illness, you can’t skip a refill to save money —
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that 12.1 million people will have an atrial fibrillation diagnosis by 2030. Atrial fibrillation is a cardiac condition that can increase your risk for blood clots and strokes. Unfortunately, cheap anticoagulants like warfarin are not often advised for these types of conditions. If
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A lot of things have changed over the past few years, and one of them is the way that patients seek healthcare. Telehealth options, in particular, have exploded across the world. At high rates, patients have received consultations and other routine services over the phone or the internet, and many
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Approximately 59% of American men have suffered from erectile dysfunction at one point in their lives. And contrary to popular belief, young men appear to be almost equally affected. Around 56% of young adults aged 18 to 34 experienced erectile dysfunction. Men over age 55 had a 63% rate. Have
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In a recent year, Americans made 37.2 million doctor’s office visits for stomach problems. 5.9% of all adults have stomach ulcers. One of the drugs doctors prescribe for digestive issues is domperidone. Domperidone is an antiulcer drug used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease. It’s great that the drug helps individuals
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Almost four percent of the American population has gout. That accounts for approximately 9.2 million adults! Gout can make even mundane tasks seem challenging with its sharp pain. Even after adjusting your diet or using anti-inflammatory medications, you may need something stronger. Uloric is a medication specifically designed for gout,
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Did you know that around 18 million Americans are unable to afford their prescription medications? Even more astonishingly, approximately 19% of individuals with an annual income under $24,000 can’t afford their medications. Lumigan is a medication that helps many Americans with debilitating eye disorders. Without it, there are risks of
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Nearly 31% of the global population does not participate in sufficient physical activity. Lack of physical activity and healthy living results in 3.2 million deaths annually. Poor dieting, lack of exercise, and increasing body fat can place a person at risk for chronic illnesses such as diabetes. When your doctor
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Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States? Every one in four deaths is related to cardiovascular disease, and high cholesterol is one of the primary risk factors. While genetics plays a role, processed and high trans-fat foods in a Western diet contribute
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Approximately three million Americans have glaucoma. Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages your optic nerve and eventually leads to blindness. Globally, glaucoma is the second-leading cause of vision loss! Unfortunately, researchers have not found a cure for glaucoma, but there are several medications and lifestyle habits that make a
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