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Ask Your Pharmacist
Rx FAQ: What should I do if I forget to take my medication?
November 17, 2023
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Pharmacy 101
Acute or maintenance medications: What’s the difference?
August 25, 2022
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Ask Your Pharmacist
Surprising things your pharmacist can do for you
November 25, 2022

Recently Added

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Health and Wellness
At-home rapid COVID-19 diagnostic tests: What you need to know
May 10, 2022
At-home COVID-19 diagnostic tests are low or no cost and give you results within minutes. Here is some important information…
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Ask Your Pharmacist
The top 5 reasons you’re not taking your medication — and one big reason you should
May 06, 2022
Many things can get in the way of taking medication properly. Whether it’s concerns about cost or side effects, confusion about…
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News and Updates
Protecting your medications and the environment
April 20, 2022
At Express Scripts® Pharmacy, we see the connection between the health of our patients and the health of the environment. From…
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Health and Wellness
Tips for surviving seasonal allergies with asthma
April 05, 2022
If you have asthma, allergy season can be a particularly difficult time of year. Find out why some allergy seasons are worse,…
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Pharmacy 101
Promoting safe medication use for adults 65 and older
March 30, 2022
The older you get, the more medication you’re likely to take. Taking multiple medications on a regular basis (polypharmacy)…
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Pharmacy 101
Generics vs. biosimilars: What are they and how are they different?
March 25, 2022
Prescription medications can be costly, especially if you have a chronic health condition. But as more medications lose their…
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Pharmacy 101
What you should know as a parent if your child takes long-term medication
March 18, 2022
From keeping medications on hand to making sure medications are stored safely, here are some simple suggestions to help parents…
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Health and Wellness
What you should know about pain management medications
March 14, 2022
Managing short-term and chronic pain appropriately can significantly improve the quality of life for patients who are in need.…
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Ask Your Pharmacist
4 key questions to ask your pharmacist about medication interactions
March 09, 2022
Medications on their own can cause side effects. But when you mix one medication with another — or with certain types of foods…
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Pharmacy 101
Your Prescription Journey
February 28, 2022
From our pharmacy to your door, follow along with the typical journey of a prescription. This infographic walks you through the…
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Health and Wellness
A concerning rise in blood pressure during the COVID-19 pandemic
February 22, 2022
A recently published study found a rise in blood pressure among U.S. adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. To improve your heart…
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News and Updates
Celebrating Black History Month: Three pharmacy trailblazers who made a difference
February 14, 2022
In celebration and recognition of Black History Month, Express Scripts® Pharmacy would like to honor several individuals who…
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