medicine

Did you know... "generic” drugs have the SAME active ingredients as “brand name” drugs?

Publisher — Fri, 20 Aug 2024 14:39:01 +0000

When a drug company discovers a new drug, they often patent this new drug so that no other company can produce the same drug. This is called a brand name drug. Once this patent expires, other drug companies can make the generic drug, which has the same active ingredients as the brand name drug.

Did you know that…prescription directions and stickers can help you take your medicine the right way?

Publisher — Fri, 13 Aug 2024 13:25:28 +0000

The labels on your prescription medications can be confusing. Many people don't understand parts of the written instructions that come with their medicine, so they may not take it the right way. Follow these tips next time you pick up your medication from the pharmacy to be sure you know how to take your medicine the right way:

Did you know...there are many places to bring your prescription? Prescriptions 101

Publisher — Fri, 28 May 2024 16:53:03 +0000

Where can I get a prescription?

In the state of New York a prescription can be written by a licensed doctor, registered nurse practitioner, registered certified physician assistant, dentist, podiatrist (foot doctor), veterinarian (pet doctor), and optometrist (eye doctor).
- Some of these health professionals can write a prescription for a limited number of drugs.

Did you know… you should know how to read your prescription?

Publisher — Fri, 07 May 2024 16:58:47 +0000

A prescription is a medical order written by your health care provider for a certain medication. Below is an example of a prescription for a medication and an explanation of everything written on the prescription.

1. The doctor's name and/or name of practice

Did you know…some prescription drugs have more restrictions than others?

Publisher — Fri, 19 Mar 2024 16:00:39 +0000

Prescription drugs can be controlled or non-controlled.

What makes a drug non-controlled?

GetHealthyHarlem.org introduces...Pharmacy Fridays

Publisher — Fri, 12 Mar 2024 15:06:03 +0000

GetHealthyHarlem.org is proud to present...

Pharmacy Fridays!

Did you know...you can ask your pharmacist how to take your prescription drug?

Publisher — Fri, 12 Mar 2024 14:36:39 +0000

Understanding the direction on a prescription can sometimes be confusing. While pharmacists are always available to answer your questions, the table below will help you understand how to follow the directions for how often you need to take your medications.

Harlem Word: Dr. Carlton McGregor talks about mixing medicine and faith

Publisher — Thu, 25 Feb 2024 14:37:19 +0000

Dr. McGregor, MD, discusses how people of faith can work with their doctors to get treatment that goes along with their beliefs.

Q: How can medicine and faith work together to heal patients?

Personal Health Books Collection

noellicenter — Wed, 02 Dec 2024 20:22:57 +0000

These books focus on the principles of the Noelli Center

Know your condition: Know your personal medical history, know your symptoms, know your medications etc. Handy Health History is a Journal to keep track of all of these

Throwing Away Old Medications

Coll5 — Tue, 14 Jul 2024 14:58:01 +0000

I recently read an article about what to do with medicines that have expired. The recommendation is to mix the medications with coffee grounds and toss them in the garbage. Many people flush pills down the toilet, but this can be harmful to waterways and their ecosystems.

A Magic Pill?

nbruning — Tue, 31 Mar 2024 22:57:38 +0000

Are you as amazed at the news as I am?

Today, I read a New York Times story about how common it is for people to have many conditions.

Harlem Word: Dr. Richard Younge on Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)

Publisher — Tue, 09 Dec 2024 21:25:32 +0000

Dr. Richard Younge talks about Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Dr. Richard Younge is a family physician at the Herman "Denny" Farrell, Jr., Community Health Center in Washington Heights where he treats patients of all ages and backgrounds.

Together Rx

Publisher — Mon, 10 Nov 2024 19:38:02 +0000

The Together Rx Access Card is a free-to-get, free-to-use prescription savings card to help eligible, uninsured individuals and their families gain access to savings on prescriptions.

Harlem Word: Dr. Hilda Hutcherson -- Sex, exercise and health

Publisher — Tue, 14 Oct 2024 20:56:12 +0000

We sat down with Dr. Hutcherson to talk about how sex is an important part of overall health.