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Each year 140,000 Australians are hospitalised as a result of problems related to medicines. More than half of these incidents are preventable.* A good understanding of the medicines you take can help you to avoid mishaps.
Watch our videos for important information about using your medicines safely and wisely, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and working with your doctor and pharmacist for your health and wellbeing.
Featured video: Diabetes, medicines and me
If you’re looking for help to manage type 2 diabetes, the Diabetes, medicines and me videos provide important information about the condition, how it is managed and how to keep yourself in the best possible health.
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*Roughead E, Barratt, J & Gilbert, J. Medication-related problems commonly occurring in an Australian community setting. Pharmacoepidemiology and Drug Safety 2003; 13:83-7.
