In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, host Wendy Jones welcomes back Cristina Blazer for an informative discussion on the essentials of over-the-counter pain medications and immunizations. Understanding what you take and how it affects your body is crucial for maintaining your health.

Key Topics Covered:
Understanding Pain Medications: A comprehensive look at the differences between Tylenol and ibuprofen, their specific uses, and the importance of knowing the maximum daily dosage.
Health Risks of Overuse: How overuse of these common pain medications can impact your liver and kidneys, and what to watch out for.
Dosage Vigilance: Tips on being vigilant about the dosage, timing, and awareness of other medications that might contain these pain relievers.
Immunizations at the Pharmacy: The convenience of getting immunizations at the pharmacy and the role of pharmacists in administering them.
Keeping Track of Immunizations: The importance of maintaining a record of all your immunizations, with a special mention of how Michigan residents can access their records through MICR (Michigan Care Improvement Registry).
Consulting Your Physician: Advice on speaking with your physician if you need to take pain medication for more than 24 hours to find better long-term pain management options.

Join Wendy and Cristina as they provide valuable insights into the safe use of pain medications and the ease of keeping your immunizations up-to-date. This episode is packed with essential information to help you make informed decisions about your health.

Tune in now to ensure you're using pain medications wisely and staying on top of your immunizations.

Episode Resources:

Listen to Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging wherever you get your podcast or

Website: NextSteps4Seniors and Conversations on Aging

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Questions, Comments, or Suggestions: 248.652.5010 or hello@nextsteps4seniors.com



MCIR : Michigan Care Improvement Registry to get your immunization records

In this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, host Wendy Jones welcomes back Cristina Blazer for an informative discussion on the essentials of over-the-counter pain medications and immunizations. Understanding what you take and how it affects your body is crucial for maintaining your health.
Key Topics Covered:
<ul>
<li>Understanding Pain Medications: A comprehensive look at the differences between Tylenol and ibuprofen, their specific uses, and the importance of knowing the maximum daily dosage.</li>
<li>Health Risks of Overuse: How overuse of these common pain medications can impact your liver and kidneys, and what to watch out for.</li>
<li>Dosage Vigilance: Tips on being vigilant about the dosage, timing, and awareness of other medications that might contain these pain relievers.</li>
<li>Immunizations at the Pharmacy: The convenience of getting immunizations at the pharmacy and the role of pharmacists in administering them.</li>
<li>Keeping Track of Immunizations: The importance of maintaining a record of all your immunizations, with a special mention of how Michigan residents can access their records through MICR (Michigan Care Improvement Registry).</li>
<li>Consulting Your Physician: Advice on speaking with your physician if you need to take pain medication for more than 24 hours to find better long-term pain management options.</li>
</ul>
Join Wendy and Cristina as they provide valuable insights into the safe use of pain medications and the ease of keeping your immunizations up-to-date. This episode is packed with essential information to help you make informed decisions about your health.
Tune in now to ensure you're using pain medications wisely and staying on top of your immunizations.
Episode Resources:
Listen to Next Steps 4 Seniors: <a href="https://www.seniorresource.com/conversationsonaging/">Conversations on Aging</a> wherever you get your podcast or
Website:<a href="https://nextsteps4seniors.com/"> NextSteps4Seniors</a> and <a href="https://nextsteps4seniors.com/media/">Conversations on Aging</a>
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Questions, Comments, or Suggestions: 248.652.5010 or <a href="mailto:hello@nextsteps4seniors.com">hello@nextsteps4seniors.com</a>
 
<a href="https://mcir.org/">MCIR</a> : Michigan Care Improvement Registry to get your immunization records

Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging with Wendy Jones

Aging isn’t easy - but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Each week, Wendy Jones offers real talk and expert advice to help you take the next steps before they become crisis steps. From navigating tough decisions to planning ahead, this podcast is your guide to aging with dignity, clarity, and confidence—so your next steps can be your best steps.

Learn more about Next Steps 4 Seniors, LLC at https://nextsteps4seniors.com

Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging with Wendy Jones
Aging isn&rsquo;t easy - but it doesn&rsquo;t have to be overwhelming. Each week, Wendy Jones offers real talk and expert advice to help you take the&nbsp;next steps before they become crisis steps. From navigating tough decisions to planning ahead, this podcast is your guide to aging with dignity, clarity, and confidence&mdash;so your next steps can be your best steps.
Learn more about Next Steps 4 Seniors, LLC at <a href="https://nextsteps4seniors.com">https://nextsteps4seniors.com</a>

Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging with Wendy Jones

Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging explores the tough aging topics no one talks about but everyone faces.

Aging well starts with a plan. Host Wendy Jones shares expert insights and real-life stories to help families, caregivers, and professionals take proactive steps—before a crisis hits.

 

 

Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging explores the tough aging topics no one talks about but everyone faces.
Aging well starts with a plan. Host Wendy Jones shares expert insights and real-life stories to help families, caregivers, and professionals take proactive steps&mdash;before a crisis hits.
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