Medication education and management advice from health care professionals.
Vaccine reminders
Flu: Older adults, especially those with chronic conditions, are at a higher risk for serious flu-related illness. The best way…
Medication and the Sun
Member: I was recently prescribed antibiotics for bronchitis. My doctor said one of the side effects is photosensitivity and that…
Understanding Opioids
Member: I have some lingering back pain and was initially prescribed opioids to help manage my pain. I feel like…
Flu & Covid-19 Vaccines
Member: I plan to get my flu shot soon. Should I also get another COVID-19 shot? I haven’t heard much…
Opioid Alternatives
Member: I have a surgery coming up and my doctor said he would prescribe me Vicodin or Morphine for pain…
Where Should I Get My Vaccines?
Member: I still need to get my vaccines scheduled and am wondering if it makes a difference whether I make…
Finding a Pharmacy
Member: There are many pharmacies in my area, but I’m not sure which ones are in my network. How do…
Taking medications properly
As a caregiver, you balance many of your loved one’s daily tasks. In the midst of scheduling doctor appointments, paying…
Understanding opioids
Oxycodone. Morphine. Fentanyl. Do these prescription drugs sound familiar? You might have talked with your provider about using one of…
2024 stages of coverage for part D drug plan
*The dollar amounts/limits for each coverage stage can change and usually do each year. This dollar amount is determined by the…
Taking medications as prescribed
Member: I’m finding it difficult to stick to my medication routine. Sometimes I forget, and they often just give me…
Understanding changing drug costs
Member: My medication costs seem to change throughout the year. Why is this? —Emily, St. Louis Park Anita: Thanks for…