A spoonful of motivation helps the medicine go down

Medication adherence comes down to motivation. Image shows pile of caplets and tablets on top of medication container.

We have all done it. We are prescribed a medication to help us, but we don’t take it as directed, or at all. Sometimes we don’t even fill the prescription. Why? Things get in the way of getting to the pharmacy. One last phone call at work or one more math problem with your child. […]

Medication Non-Adherence: Simple Steps Help You Stay on Track

Close up capsules and tablets in daily pill box

The Medicine Cabinet: Ask the Harvard Experts Q: I had a mild heart attack a few months ago. Right after, I was very faithful with my medications. But more recently I find myself missing doses and making excuses for not taking my pills. Thoughts? Suggestions? A: You have a lot of company. They haven’t been […]