By George Katsiyiannis, Pharmacist in Charge Most people know it’s important to take medications as prescribed. But what happens when a medication expires, a prescription changes, or you simply no longer need it? Let’s talk about safe medication disposal! Many households have old medications tucked away in medicine cabinets, kitchen drawers, or bathroom cabinets. While…

As the seasons begin to change, many people start to experience familiar symptoms—sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, and even difficulty breathing. Allergy season can be more than just a nuisance. For some patients, especially those with asthma or chronic respiratory conditions, it can significantly impact daily life. At Rx Outreach, we often hear from patients this…

Expanding access to affordable medications for the patients you serve By Jennell Encizo, Programs & Partnerships Coordinator (on behalf of the Rx Outreach Partnerships Team) Free and charitable clinics are on the front lines of care—serving patients who often face the greatest barriers to accessing medications. But even when care is available, prescriptions don’t always…

Recognizing MS Awareness Month by By George Katsiyiannis, RPh., Pharmacist in Charge March is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding of this complex neurological condition and recognizing the millions of people worldwide who live with it every day. For many individuals diagnosed with MS, medication plays a central role in…

By Tiffany Redman, PharmD As a pharmacist — and a lifelong cat lover — I understand that pets aren’t “just animals.” They’re family. When a beloved dog or cat needs medication, the last thing any family wants is added financial stress. Many people don’t realize that Rx Outreach can fill certain pet prescriptions, just like…

Do You Have to Qualify for Rx Outreach? One of the most common questions we receive from patients is: “Do I have to qualify to use Rx Outreach?”“Is there an application?”“Do I have to prove my income?” We get these questions every single day. And the short answer is simple: No — there is no…

Taking Medications as Prescribed Matters By George Katsiyiannis, RPh., Pharmacist in Charge As a pharmacist, one of the most common—and most important—conversations I have with patients is about medication adherence. That’s the medical term for taking your medications exactly as prescribed: the right dose, at the right time, for the right length of time. It…

Recent changes around Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies have left many people facing an unexpected and stressful reality: a gap in health insurance coverage. At Rx Outreach, we’ve heard directly from patients calling our pharmacy—people who are confused, worried, and unsure where to turn while navigating a period of being uninsured. If this sounds like…

How to Find a Safe Online Pharmacy for Your Medications Ordering medications online can be convenient, affordable, and—when done correctly—just as safe as visiting a brick-and-mortar pharmacy. But not all online pharmacies operate with the same standards, and choosing the wrong one can put your health, finances, and personal information at risk. At Rx Outreach,…

What is Public Health and How It Relates to Prescriptions

Public Health is defined as “the science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities. This work is achieved by promoting healthy lifestyles, researching disease and injury prevention, and detecting, preventing, and responding to infectious diseases” (American Public Health Association, n.d.).