Fierce Healthcare March 10, 2023
By way of looking at patients’ and members’ health holistically, pharmacists have the opportunity to contribute to health equity. (gorodenkoff/iStock / Getty Images Plus)
“Do you know what your medications are used for?” “Are you taking your medications routinely?” “Are you able to afford your medications?” “Where is your closest pharmacy?” “Do you have transportation to get there?”
These are all common questions we as pharmacists ask during a routine medication review with a patient or member.
However, the answers to these questions can sometimes be difficult. A patient in rural America may be 50 miles away from their nearest pharmacy. A struggling parent may be faced with the decision to either buy food for their family...