"One study cited in the report found that the death rate among diabetic and heart patients was 7 percent among patients who took their medications diligently, but 12 percent among patients who did not. Hospitalization rates showed similar gaps. . .Doing more to educate patients about their disease and their medications, especially as they leave the hospital, also appears to work. . .Case managers and pharmacists can also play a role, some studies say. Lowering costs also can improve adherence." >Full Story: Boston.comKeeping patients on their medicines is a pressing healthcare problem.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Patients Who Don't Take Their Medications Pay a Price
Patients who don't take their medications as prescribed have more frequent hospitalizations, and a higher risk of death.
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Nice post J.Davis,
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