Aspirin Use Among Older Adults
One in four adults age 50-80 report taking aspirin at least three times per week, but many of them may not need to
Read moreViews on Medications for Weight Management
Many adults age 50-80 who say they are overweight are interested in taking a prescription medication for weight management
Read moreViews on Medication Deprescribing Among Adults Age 50–80
The majority of older adults are open to stopping one or more of their medications, but some of those who already did so did not talk with a health provider first
Read moreOlder Adults' Experiences with Comprehensive Medication Reviews
Poll shows most older adults who take multiple medications have never had a comprehensive medication review.
Read moreSafely Storing Medication Around Grandchildren
Many grandparents keep their medications in easy-to-reach places or in easy-to-open containers which can raise the risk of accidental poisoning or intentional misuse.
Read moreOlder Adults' Experiences with Opioid Prescriptions
Three in four older adults support prescription restrictions, but many keep unused pills and do not get information on risks.
Read moreOlder Adults' Perspective on Medical Marijuana
Medical marijuana gets wary welcome from older adults.
Read moreDrug Interactions: How to Avoid Them
Lack of communication puts older adults at risk of drug interactions.
Read moreDoctors and Pharmacists: An Underused Resource to Manage Drug Costs for Older Adults
Older Americans do not get or seek enough help from doctors and pharmacists on drug costs.
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