Many prescriptions go unfilled because people can’t afford to pay for them. But those prescriptions may be more affordable than you think. In recent years, major discount stores, and also some grocers, have started generic drug programs that will allow you to buy a 30-day supply of commonly used … [Read more...] about Find the best deal on $4 generic drugs
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Travel healthy and save on medical costs
Before you set out on a driving vacation, you get your car checked out and serviced, right? That’s good planning – who wants stressful (often expensive) breakdowns on the road? Use the same good planning to make sure you’re in good shape for your trip. Take the time to anticipate the kind of … [Read more...] about Travel healthy and save on medical costs
7 questions you didn’t know you could ask your pharmacist
Pharmacists do a lot more than count pills and pack them into a bottle. “Think of us as air traffic controllers and customers as airplanes in flight,” says Heather Free, a practicing pharmacist in Washington, D.C., and a spokeswoman for the American Pharmacists Association. “We want to prevent … [Read more...] about 7 questions you didn’t know you could ask your pharmacist
Saving money on nicotine replacement therapy
I was a smoker for 27 years and have been smoke-free for six. If you have resolved that 2013 is your year to quit smoking, you probably already know how expensive nicotine patches, gum, lozenges, etc. can be. Here are some tips that will help save you some money on nicotine replacement … [Read more...] about Saving money on nicotine replacement therapy
Free house cleaning for women with cancer
If you or a woman you know is battling cancer, Cleaning for a Reason Foundation can help on the home front. This nonprofit organization offers FREE professional housecleaning and maid service for women who are undergoing treatment for any type of cancer. A local insured and bonded professional … [Read more...] about Free house cleaning for women with cancer