Vitamin Shoppe up to 75% off retail.

Additional Resources
(not subjected to our MD rating):

REFERENCE:
 Medifocus subject reports.

DIABETIC:
 Vitality Medical.

DIET:
 Rainbow Light Nutrition. Weight Watchers.

DRUGS:
 DrugStore.

EQUIPMENT:
 Vitality Medical for patients. Mobility:
 FamilyMobility electric wheelchairs, scooters, lift chairs, ramps, lifts (Medicaire, $75 coupon). Professional:
 Vitality Medical.

EXERCISE:
 Premier Fitness. Equipment:
 International Jock.

GADGETRY FOR HEALTH:
 Gold Violin Gadgets.

HERBS AND VITAMINS:
 General:
 GNC. Vitamin Shoppe. Web Vitamins.

HOTLINES:
 Keen pregnancy talk.

INSURANCE:
 DentalPlans. Health Insurance. Life Insurance. Medicare Supplemental. Preferred HealthPlus.

LEGALITIES:
 TestClear.

MIND:
 Serenity Health relaxation.

POTENCY:
 Sexual Wellbeing Products.

SKINCARE:
 Avon. Cosmetic Mall naturals. Derma Doctor.

SMOKING:
 LifeSign Quit Smoking.

STORES:
 General:
 DrugStore. Gaiam Naturals.

WELLNESS:
 Rubs.org massage.

Reviewed Resources:

Home > Health > Senior_Health > Drugs

1.Drugs In Elderly
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Two nurses discuss analgesic use in the elderly.
URL:http://adultpain.nursing.uiowa.edu/MedGen/eldert.htm

2.Assessment of Medication Use in the Elderly
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Reducing the risk of polymedicine can easily be accomplished with a complete drug history.
URL:http://cpmcnet.columbia.edu/dental/Dental_Educational_Software/Gerontology_and_Geriatric_Dentistry/Pharmacy/assessment_of_medica

3.Nutritional Supplements Misuse Among Older Adults
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Ohio State University Extension, Senior Series. SS-126-97.
URL:http://ohioline.ag.ohio-state.edu/ss-fact/0126.html

4.Why Older People Are at Risk for Medication Problems
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Ohio State University Extension, Senior Series. SS-127-97.
URL:http://ohioline.ag.ohio-state.edu/ss-fact/0127.html

5.Medication Misuse Among Older Adults
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Ohio State University Extension, Senior Series. SS-128-97.
URL:http://ohioline.ag.ohio-state.edu/ss-fact/0128.html

6.NursingWorld
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The American Nursing Association's position statement on polypharmacy in the older adult.
URL:http://www.ana.org/readroom/position/drug/drpoly.htm

7.National Institute On Aging Age Page: Medicines: Use Them Safely
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Tips on effective use of medications in the elderly.
URL:http://www.aoa.dhhs.gov/aoa/pages/agepages/medicine.html

8.Medication Information Line for the Elderly
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The Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Manitoba have set up a line to answer questions about medications.
URL:http://www.crm.mb.ca/health/mile.html

9.Questioning The Use Of Drugs In Nursing Homes
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Disussion of a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, which indicates that patient behavior in the nursing home setting isnt significantly affected when drug therapy is halted. Dr. Dean, HealthCentral.
URL:http://www.healthcentral.com/drdean/DeanFullTextTopics.cfm?ID=15426

10.The MEDS Program
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A consultation program that utilizes the skills of a geriatric trained pharmacist to evaluate the medication regimens of clients. Includes access to the senior care pharmacy mailing list.
URL:http://www.medsprogram.com/

11.SeniorDrugs.com by Age Net
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Information on seniors drugs including drug reviews by medical condition. Included is an interactive "Ask A Pharmacist" area and an online geriatric medication assessment.
URL:http://www.seniordrugs.com

12.Senior Pharmassist
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A program in Durham County that helps older adults with limited incomes purchase medications and coordinates with their healthcare providers to ensure effective and affordable medications for them.
URL:http://www.seniorpharmassist.org/

13.Medication Education for Seniors
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Books and pamphlets advocating safe and effective use of necessary medications.
URL:http://www.studycenter.org/senmeds.html




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