Unleashing the Power of Medication Adherence: Empowering Patients and Caregivers
Medication adherence plays a crucial role in maintaining optimal health. Yet, studies indicate patient and caregiver awareness of medication adherence tools and support remains low, leading to potential serious consequences and poor health outcomes1.
To address this pressing issue, YouAreUNLTD, a leading voice providing resources to help people age powerfully, and Jones Healthcare Group, a global provider of advanced medication dispensing solutions, have joined forces to launch a first-of-its-kind medication adherence awareness campaign, Mind Your Meds. See the full suite of content in the Mind Your Meds campaign here, which highlights the importance of medication adherence, and the programs and tools available at pharmacies to help.
Medication adherence refers to how well patients follow their prescribed medication regimen, including taking medications at the right time, in the correct dosage, and adhering to recommended lifestyle modifications. Poor adherence can result in suboptimal treatment outcomes, increased healthcare costs, and higher hospitalization rates.
Unfortunately, many patients and caregivers are unaware of the resources and support available at pharmacies to assist with medication management, such as counseling, blister packs, medication or refill reminder apps, and educational materials – all designed to help patients take the right medications at the right time and simplify medication management.
The Mind Your Meds campaign aims to bridge the awareness gap and empower patients and caregivers to take an active role in medication adherence. The initiative provides valuable resources and educational materials to equip people with the knowledge and tools necessary for effective medication management.
Through this campaign, YouAreUNLTD and Jones Healthcare have taken a significant step toward fostering a culture of medication adherence and creating fresh, meaningful conversations on this important topic. The campaign features a video series, The Empowered Caregiver, offering practical tips, expert advice, and inspiring stories directly from pharmacists and healthcare professionals to support those taking care of loved ones, and enhance their understanding of the medication management systems available.
Pharmacists and other healthcare professionals are welcome to leverage this content to help promote medication adherence tools, engage with patients and caregivers, and increase awareness. Together, we can empower patients and caregivers to better manage medications and enhance the quality of life for all.
[1]https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3191684/