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Protecting your health and upholding the values of your military career are critical to ensuring you are ready to serve effectively – both mentally and physically. Over time, years of service and the demands of military training and duty can take a toll, often resulting in pain. Managing that pain effectively is key to staying […]

Managing medications while traveling requires careful planning to ensure you stay healthy while on the go. Here are some practical tips to help you manage your medications effectively while you travel: Plan Ahead Consult Your Doctor: Before traveling, discuss your itinerary with your healthcare provider to adjust your medication schedule if needed, especially if you’ll […]

Using a pharmacy covered by your healthcare plan can make prescriptions and refills cheaper or even free in some instances. To determine which pharmacies are covered by your insurance you can call the number on the back of your insurance card or call your pharmacy and see if they have a contract with your insurance […]

There are many types of medications that should be taken daily or multiple times a day. This can make it more likely to forget a dose. If you ever miss a medication dose, always check on the next steps to take with your health care provider or pharmacist. Below are some general guidelines and tips […]

The “Five Rights” of medication safety are guidelines developed by the National Academy of Medicine to help reduce medication errors. Following these rights will help you and your healthcare provider ensure you’re using your medications correctly. Here’s how service members can follow the Five Rights: Right Patient Confirm Identity: Always make sure any medication prescribed […]

Many of us have used over the counter (OTC) pain medications at some point to help with allergies, improve cold symptoms or reduce pain and inflammation. OTC medications are drugs you can buy on your own without needing a doctor’s prescription. When you’re taking an OTC drug, it is important to think about things like […]

People diagnosed with anxiety and depression may receive mental health counseling and/or medication from their provider. Prescribed medications for anxiety and depression may be used to help a person manage the symptoms of their diagnosis, while mental health counseling may provide the psychological framework to help evolve thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is important to […]

A drug recall occurs when a drug company warns patients about a potential health risk of a drug or chooses to remove a drug from the market. If a drug is being recalled, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carefully oversees the drug company’s recall plan. All recalls are posted weekly on the FDA’s enforcement […]