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The Polypharmacy Mentality: Has America Turned Into a Drug-Dependent Nation?

Posted on June 1st, 2012 by author  |  1 Comment »

What do you think of this? Instead of going to a physician, you can go to the mall and get your prescription drugs from a vending machine. This idea was pitched by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These “patient kiosks,” as they call them, will require you to fill out online questionnaires and, [...]

 
 

Dr. Mercola Reveals Harmful Effects of Over-The-Counter and Prescription Drugs

Posted on August 25th, 2010 by admin  |  4 Comments »

Just because they don’t require a prescription doesn’t mean over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are safe. According to Dr. Joseph Mercola, some OTC drugs and sleep aids can cause long-term brain damage. These drugs are known as anticholinergics. They block acetylcholine, a nervous system neurotransmitter, and can result in long-term cognitive impairment such as dementia. Examples of [...]