Episode 5: Electronic Prescription Issues vs. Rx Pad Script

Episode 5: Electronic Prescription Issues Vs. Rx Pad Script
Discussion of why doctors are getting away with creating patients, the controversy of sending in an electronic prescription and arm chair diagnosis. Better t…

New cholesterol guidelines could change how statins are prescribed
The new guidelines may make it easier to just focus on getting patients started on treatment and benefiting at least a little, Mosca said. Statins – drugs such as Lipitor, Mevacor, Crestor and Zocor – are extremely popular. They're prescribed to about … Read more on NBCNews.com (blog)

1 In 10 Teens Misuse Prescription Painkillers; Over 85% Admit Illicit Use
Common reasons why children and adults visit the emergency room (ER) is to treat cold symptoms and injuries. Recently, physicians have noticed a dangerous trend on the rise among teens: prescription drug abuse and overdose. One in 10 teens treated in … Read more on Medical Daily