Myths vs. Facts about your Medications

Most seniors take at least one medication daily, but not everyone realizes the ins and outs of safe medication management. Together, we’ll learn how to take medications safely, understand potential interactions, and discover the truths to common myths surrounding prescription medications and supplements.

Participants will learn more about:

• How dietary supplements may interact with your current prescriptions
  
• How generic medications really stack up against name brands
  
• Monitoring and regulating blood pressure in the midst of medication side effects
  
• How to effectively store medications

When: Tuesday, January 26

Time: 2:30 PM

Meet the Expert: Kathleen Hnat, CPh, RPh, Pharmacy Director at Encompass Health and Rehabilitation Hospital

Kathleen has more than 25 years of pharmacy management experience and has served in leadership roles throughout the senior care industry. Currently, Kathleen is the Pharmacy Director at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota. She proudly serves her community as a senior care advocate and educator.