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Managing medicine wisely

Older adults often face a double whammy when it comes to medications. They’re more likely to use them than younger people, but they’re also more likely to experience harmful side effects. And millions have trouble just paying for their prescriptions. That makes medication management critical. Get tips on how to be safe and save money—then take a short quiz to test yourself!

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