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At ModRN Health we believe prescription drugs and medication should be accessible and affordable for all Americans. In addition to the savings, discounts, and convenience that ModRN Health provides, the ModRN Health Blog is here to bring you information, news, current events, and important updates on topics that affect healthcare and prescription drugs. Be sure to check back frequently for updates, and if you find any information that is particularly helpful please don't hesitate to share!
Quick Stats: People of all ages can suffer from high cholesterol, and it is estimated that 38% of all Americans have unhealthy levels. In 2015–2016, more than 12% of adults age 20 and older had total cholesterol higher than 240 mg/dL, and more than 18% had high-density lipoprotein (HDL,...
Read More... Jul 12, 2021Quick Stats: 45% of American adults (108 million) have hypertension Only 1 in 4 with hypertension have it under control Nearly half (45%) of those with uncontrolled hypertension have a blood pressure of 140/90 mm Hg or higher What is High Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force of...
Read More... Jun 08, 2021Nearly a month into spring and as plants start to bloom and we edge towards summer, many Americans are struggling with the return of their seasonal allergies and the high pollen count. Around 8 percent of adults in the US suffer from hay fever, and when pollen season gets going in early spring, a...
Read More... Apr 30, 2021As the vaccination program gains momentum, many Americans will be looking forward to a return to something resembling normal life. Speaking to CNN's Dana Bash, Dr Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, suggested the US may be be “approaching a...
Read More... Mar 10, 2021The COVID-19 vaccination program is the largest international vaccination campaign in history. The latest figures compiled by Bloomberg suggest more than 6 million vaccinations are being administered daily across the world, with around 1.28 million doses per day in the US alone… Where do...
Read More... Feb 25, 2021At the start of this new year, many of us will be setting goals for 2021 and looking to put a difficult 2020 behind us. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many Americans are looking at ways to improve their personal health and fitness, something reflected in an end of year YouGov poll, which...
Read More... Jan 28, 2021What is insulin? Insulin is a hormone, produced in the pancreas, that regulates many of the body’s metabolic processes that provide cells with energy. The body uses insulin to process glucose, a sugar found in many carbohydrates, for energy. It enables cells in the muscles, fat and liver to...
Read More... Nov 19, 2020Medication is a crucial tool to diagnose, treat and prevent disease and illness, but there are many forms and different routes of administration available on pharmacy shelves, and understanding the options available can be a challenge. Even familiar over-the-counter medicines such as Zyrtec or...
Read More... Nov 10, 2020Seasonal allergies affect millions of people across the United States every year. Around 8% percent of Americans, both adults and children, suffer from hay fever (allergic rhinitis) and around 50 million live with some form of allergy. During the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, even those who deal...
Read More... Jun 14, 2020Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a new disease, and as scientists round the world gather information and data, we continue to learn more about the virus. Among the things we do know is that certain groups are at greater risk of developing serious complications if they contract SARS-CoV-2 (the...
Read More... Apr 30, 2020We live in difficult times, and with much of the country locked down to prevent the spread of COVID-19, millions of us are adjusting to a life in quarantine, self-isolation, or abiding by social distancing guidelines. For most of us, the primary concern is the danger COVID-19 poses to our physical...
Read More... Apr 09, 2020During the ongoing emergency, it is vitally important that you take care of your health and take steps to ensure you have an adequate supply of your medications. We have brought together some tips and advice on how to manage your prescriptions and medication needs during this difficult time....
Read More... Apr 01, 2020ModRN Health understands that you will want to stay informed with reliable facts during the ongoing coronavirus emergency. We have brought together key information and the latest advice from official sources to help you and your family stay safe during this difficult time. The information below is...
Read More... Mar 27, 2020Arriving home with a new baby is one of those special life events that new moms will always remember but it can also be an overwhelming and turbulent time. Consequently, it may be unsurprising that up to eight out of ten new mothers experience the “baby blues," a common phenomenon...
Read More... Apr 15, 2019A new authorized generic of Eli Lilly’s insulin drug Humalog (insulin lispro) will soon be available in US pharmacies at half the price of the branded equivalent. The pharmaceutical giant made the announcement on March 4th 2019, asserting that the introduction of an alternative insulin option...
Read More... Mar 15, 2019Last year saw some significant steps forward in diabetes technology, with a number of new monitoring technologies and insulin delivery devices gaining US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval over the course of 2018. Among the new products available to American diabetes patients last year...
Read More... Mar 07, 2019Do you struggle with asthma in the winter months? If so, you are not alone. Asthma affects more than 26 million Americans and is the most common chronic disease among children, according to figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The cold weather and cold air that comes...
Read More... Feb 13, 2019Are you one of the many people in the United States planning to enjoy a smoke-free 2019? A new year comes with the promise of a clean slate and the opportunity to make resolutions to improve your quality of life, leaving you a healthier, stronger and happier person. A YouGov NY poll conducted last...
Read More... Dec 10, 2018For parents of children with type 1 diabetes mellitus the diagnosis often comes as a bolt from the blue. There is always a huge amount of information to digest and process and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sudden influx of information on medications, blood glucose testing, dietary...
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