Category: Awareness

Falls in Older Adults

As I approach 70 years old, I find myself being more careful going down stairs and reaching out more often to catch my balance. Although I have not had a significant fall — unless I count when I’m mountain biking — I still worry about it like most older adults. More than 25% of adults aged 65 years or older fall each year, with one out of five falls resulting in a serious injury such as fractures of the hip, wrist, humerus, and pelvis, head and brain injury, chronic disabilities, and even death (36,000 in 2020). The risk increases with […]

Your Cold and Flu Season Survival Guide

The following article has been reposted with the permission of the Know Your Dose campaign, a valued partner of our BeMedWise program. It goes by many names – cold and flu season, the “tripledemic,” and respiratory virus season are just a few. Whatever you call it, we know that the colder months and more time indoors mean that many of us will contract a cough, cold, or flu. If you or your loved ones do get sick and you’re using over-the-counter (OTC) medicines to treat your symptoms, there are a few things you should keep in mind to help your […]

10 Myths About Raynaud’s Disease

As Raynaud’s Awareness Month is coming to a close, NeedyMeds is proud to put a spotlight on one of our partners, the Raynaud’s Association! We have received permission to share the following article from their website. Be sure to visit them at Raynauds.org! Little is known about Raynaud’s.  In fact you’re way ahead of most people if you’ve even heard of it.  Unfortunately some information published about Raynaud’s is inaccurate, and we want to set the record straight on 10 myths about Raynaud’s. Myth #1:  Raynaud’s is a rare disease. It can be difficult putting firm numbers on Raynaud’s sufferers […]

NeedyMeds Spotlight: Take Charge of Estate Planning with Plan for Passing On

Every year, the month of August marks an important and often overlooked event: National Write a Will Month. This month allows individuals the opportunity to shape their future and ensure their wishes are honored even after the’ve moved on. Amidst life’s busyness, however, many miss out on the chance to dive into estate planning and create wills. Interestingly, a study by Caring.com points to procrastination as the main culprit behind this inaction. Surprisingly, over 42 percent of Americans haven’t created a will, largely due to putting it off. This leaves both wills and estate planning in unfamiliar territory for many, whether […]

NeedyMeds Spotlight: The American Liver Foundation

Welcome to our guest blog celebrating World Hepatitis Day, a global initiative on July 28 to raise awareness about viral hepatitis and its impact worldwide. Understanding viral hepatitis, including A, B, C, and D, is crucial. Hepatitis B and C, if untreated, can lead to liver cancer, emphasizing the need for screening and treatment. We are excited to feature the American Liver Foundation as our guest blog author for today and their vital efforts in combating hepatitis and supporting those affected by liver disease. Join us as we explore the importance of World Hepatitis Day and the pivotal role of […]

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