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Is This a Pharmaceutical Shell Game? Where Did the Money Go?
Asked by J.D. from Dallas
on February 16, 2012
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I took my daughter to the Dermatologist for her acne. He prescribed 3 medications and gave rebate cards for 2. The anitbiotic was the 3rd. When I go to the pharmacy...
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- ok, i have been in the pharmaceutical business for 19 years (just retired)--let me try to explain. The pharma companies offer co-pay cards or mail in rebates to get y...
- Oh god, how to explain this. I don't think I can. There are so many numbers flying around out there who knows what cost what. An example is my Adderall. 280 a mo...
- The pharmaceutical company is trying to get you to use an expensive drug that works wonderfully in the hope that you'll keep using it. There are Rx plans that will co...
Certification for Career
Asked by K.O. from Detroit
on January 3, 2009
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I am hoping that someone out there can lend me a little advice. I am currently in the mortgage business and have been thinking about changing feilds for some time now....
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- I honestly couldn't tell you if it was a scam or not. However, when I was in the dr's waiting room one day I asked the girl that was there for pharmaceutical sales how...
- I had a friend who went to MIT for a pharmacy assistant and I think they helped with job placement too. Maybe that would work? Good luck, A. H
- I have a lot of friends that do pharm sales. All of them have a four year degree...in varying fields. I'm not sure that a major company will hire you w/o a 4 year col...
Opposed to Vaccinating? Done Lots of Research and Not Sure What to Do???
Asked by N.S. from Chicago
on March 18, 2008
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I have been doing a ton of research on vaccines and most of the info out there which is so readily hidden from the typical patient, is pretty gruesome to say the least...
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- You asked that people who did vaccinate not give their opinion so you are already showing a bias. I think you are mixing up issues here. I work in the health field a...
- My nephew has autism, and though it seems he got it from his father's side (his dad and grandfather also have autistic traits), and not my side of the family, we refus...
- Hi N., My husband and I are still doing research before vax'ing our 7 month old son. What concerns me the most is that he has a 1/95 chance of getting Autism (which ...
H1N1 Vac. -- How Safe Is It?
Asked by K.K. from Los Angeles
on November 2, 2009
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wondering what you all think about the swing flu shot....My pediatrician said to take it and that all staff was required to take it...yet other pediatrician's are agai...
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- Hi K., I gave my son the seasonal flu shot and the H1N1 flu mist. I'm getting both also. If there was more time, H1N1 would have been included in the regular season...
- K., this is the million dollar question lately isn't it? We are hearing so much about vaccinations it is tough to know who to trust. I can't tell you what you should d...
- On 60 Minutes last night, I caught a few minutes. The person whom they were interviewing was involved in overseeing the safety of the vaccine. He said that,10,000,00...
Help Settling a Debate About Medication Costs
Asked by D.W. from Indianapolis
on May 14, 2010
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With the big recall of McNeill pharmaceutical products, I was having a discussion recently regarding what's safer OTC or Rx products and which is a better expenditure ...
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- If your child had something like head lice, seasonal allergies, diaper rash, would you go OTC or Rx to treat them?......I would go OTC first. If that didn't work, then...
- I usually go over the counter first, unless it is something seemingly serious. For ear infections & things that i actually go to the doctor for, i go on the recommend...
- I've seen diaper rashes that are horrible...horrible...even after changing the diaper VERY often (like every hour to two hours just to reply medication and check for d...
Considering Becoming a Nurse-need Advice
Asked by J.K. from Detroit
on February 3, 2009
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I am considering going back to school for an accelerated 2nd degree (BSN) to become an RN. I have been home with my kids for the last 5 years, which I loved, but now ...
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- Although I am not a nurse, I work on the floor at a hospital, and for the most part I hear no complaints! whats really nice is that you get to work 3 12hr shifts, so y...
- I am an ICU nurse. LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!
- I own a home care company and it's a great option for Moms because you can write your own schedule and be home when the kids are there. Hospital shifts are long, but ...
Need Information About Vitamin/mineral Supplements
Asked by C.C. from Dallas
on January 6, 2010
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What supplements are really good/necessary? I have taken Gingko Biloba, Bilberry, Fish Oil, Fiber, Lecithin, Vitamin C, Calcium, etc.etc.etc. for years. I recently r...
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- Good Morning Mrs. C., I am not sure what you are willing to spend, but good quality Suppliments you will not find in any GNC. I know there are others out there that...
- I know I don't get everything I need to be at optimal health. I don't eat enough of the right foods. I do take a daily multivitamin. I am a believer in Shaklee vitami...
- I second that about Juice Plus. I am a mom of 4 little boys 8-7months. I know it is so confusing. This is the issue to look at by nothing that doesn't have scientif...
Good Family Doctor Needed
Asked by T.S. from Dallas
on May 7, 2010
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Hello Ladies! We are in need of a good family doctor, who didn't sell his sole to a pharmacy industry, i mean, who will not just feed you pills left and right and at ...
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- I switched Doctors recently, I went online and read a lot of Doctor reviews and found Kathryn Pifer in Colleyville. She's a DO. Ste 100, 4214 Gateway Drive Colley...
- Dr. Jeffrey Bullard, MaxHealth in Colleyville, right next to CHHS. He's a wonderful doctor who takes the time to listen to your concerns and then tries to explain h...
- My dr is Lorrie Hayes in Colleyville across from Market St. She is good with me. She tries not to go the med route but will when needed. She will follow up with you(I ...
When My Son Is Sick, His Father Discourages Medicine.
Asked by C.M. from Melbourne
on February 1, 2009
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Hi Moms.
I am having the worst time with my ex-husband teaching my 12-year-old son that all medicine is bad. He is absolutely against the entire medical industry, ...
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- Go to your local health food store. Also, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar will help to build his immune system. You can mix a teaspoon of it with an 8 oz glass of water ...
- It sounds like his immune system is down. So I would start giving him some Echinacea and since he is also sick right now give him Echinacea with Goldenseal/goldenroot...
- I swear by Source natural's "Wellness Formula" Tell your husband about this However, please talk with your family doctor about your sons' constant distress. Sometimes...
Cheering to Let People die?...new question...Choosing to Let People Die?
Asked by R.S. from San Antonio
on September 16, 2011
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I think you have to look at this from the other end as well...this debate is do we as a society allow people who can't afford health insurance die...but you have to lo...
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- First of all, people don't have to hypothesize about what would happen, because so many countries already do this. They cut medical costs and pay higher taxes, but th...
- Health care rationing is an uncomplicated reality in most advanced nations that offer health care for all citizens. And the citizens of those nations recognize the rea...
- The govt. can't even manage its' already bloated programs...I don't want my health in their hands. The govt. should focus more on letting me keep more of my househ...
