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Bipolar Disorder Events Health

World Health Day 2015 + New Medication Checklist

April 7, 2015 By lyndsinreallife 3 Comments

Did you know that today is World Health Day (brought to you by the World Health Organization)?! I feel like every day is health day really, because I strive to live a healthy lifestyle. However, there’s something so special about banding together with other like-minded people from around the world to celebrate a necessity and passion: health.

My most recent blog post was about World Bipolar Day (clearly I love world events!). In that post, I shared a guide of what steps to take after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder/a mental health condition. I talked about the medications I take and how they help me live a healthier, more stable life; but I didn’t mention anything about the steps to take when first being prescribed a medication. That in itself is a completely different topic.

I collaborated with the American Recall Center, a site devoted to drug, medical device recalls and FDA warning updates to inform you about medication safety. Their vision is: “To give pertinent information on FDA warnings for prescription drugs and medical devices. Through our extensive library of recalls and medical information, and our experienced editorial team, it is our mission to empower those who have been adversely affected.” If you are looking for someone to educate, trust, empower, and be an advocate for you, hop on over to their website for more details!

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A Few Facts:

  • Clinicians have access to an armamentarium of more than 10,000 prescription medications, and nearly one-third of adults in the United States take 5 or more medications.
  • An adverse drug event (ADE) is defined as harm experienced by a patient as a result of exposure to a medication, and ADEs account for nearly 700,000 emergency department visits and 100,000 hospitalizations each year.
  • ADEs affect nearly 5% of hospitalized patients, making them one of the most common types of inpatient errors; ambulatory patients may experience ADEs at even higher rates.
  • Transitions in care are also a well-documented source of preventable harm related to medications.
  • *Source: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (website)

An adverse drug event is not always due to misuse of the medication by the patient; it can happen because a doctor prescribed the wrong medication, the pharmacist filled the wrong medication, or side effects of the medication. It gets really tricky managing medications when there are SO many different ones out there! Plus, there are an unnerving amount with very similar names.

“An 8-year-old died, it was suspected, after receiving methadone (a synthetic opiate) instead of methylphenidate, a drug used to treat attention deficit disorders” (source).

It’s incredibly crucial to educate ourselves on the medications we are prescribed/taking. Doctor visits can be quick and confusing, making it easy for us to forget any questions we may have. I have definitely been there (I’ve taken almost all the anti-depressants and anti-psychotic prescriptions on the market), so I’ve created a checklist for you to use at your next appointment!

Medication Checklist World Health Day

I invite you to save and print this image. Use it at doctor visits, pharmacy stops, or whenever you feel it would be helpful. I hope having a checklist will help you as much as it has helped me!

Remember to be proactive and cautious when taking any medications. Set reminders on your phone if you have trouble remembering to take them (like me)! I hope you celebrate World Health Day by making decisions to better your health and reminding yourself of how awesome you are!

  • How are you celebrating World Health Day?

  • Have you ever used a checklist for a doctor visit? If not, would you find it helpful?

 

Thank you so much for reading!

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Filed Under: Bipolar Disorder, Events, Health Tagged With: 2015, ADE, American Recall Center, April 7, California, emergency room, food safety, LA, Los Angeles, medication, medication misuse, prescription, SoCal, WHD, WHO, World Health Day, World Health Organization

Fitness Nutrition Reviews

Get A Limited Edition Bulu Box: Best of 2014!

January 7, 2015 By lyndsinreallife 2 Comments

Have you ever subscribed to Bulu Box? If so, this is a great recap of 2014! If not, now is the PERFECT time to sample the best products of 2014!

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I receive a commission if any sales are made using my links. I received a free limited edition Bulu Box to review on my blog. All opinions are 100% my own.

Bulu Box is a subscription-based box (mailed to you each month) that contains samples (and sometimes full-size products) of various health and fitness products.

This limited edition Bulu Box features the best products of 2014; all for 70% off. You can get this one-time box for only $24.99. That is a GREAT deal!

So, what’s in this awesome limited edition box?!

Bulu Box Limited Edition Best of 2014

  • Shapeology Burn Blend (one of my favorites; I have a full-size at home!): Most thermogenics just help blast fat. Burn Blend sends it running. With clinically proven ingredients, Burn Blend mimics the effects of high metabolism so that you burn more calories and lose weight fast! Plus, the liquid delivery system means you can feel it working immediately.*
  • MeStrength Electrolyte & Creatine Drink Mix: Get pre- or post-workout hydration through 5 essential electrolytes while boosting your endurance with creatine, a renowned addition to any workout program.*
  • LoudTruck Energy Gummi Bears: Loud Truck Energy Gummi Bears will take your energy levels through the roof with a synergistic blend of vitamins, antioxidants and natural caffeine sources. Each serving of these Energy Gummi Bears mimics the energy levels of typical stimulant drinks without the worry of refrigeration or spills.*
  • BluCetin: BluCetin helps support your liver with a unique, synergistic combination of natural ingredients. The natural ingredients have been shown to help promote healthy liver function. BluCetin is designed to help keep your liver performing at its best.*
  • Quest Bar Cookies and Cream (not pictured, because I ate it ASAP): Get complete nutrition from great tasting and convenient Quest Protein Bars. Quest Bars stand apart with low carb, high protein, high fiber and no trans fats. Best of all, Quest Bars are an easy snack or meal with award-winning taste!*
  • Full Size Chike Powdered Peanut Butter (similar to PB2): Upgrade your peanut butter to a no-guilt comfort food with less fat and calories than traditional peanut butter with Chike Powdered Peanut Butter. Just mix the versatile powder with water to your personal preference and use for PB&Js and in your favorite recipes, desserts and nutrition shakes.*
  • Full Size Creative Bioscience Garcinia Cambogia Green Coffee Bean Complex: (ON SALE for $32.99 – originally $59.95) Creative Bioscience’s Garcinia Cambogia Green Coffee Bean Complex combines the appetite suppressant power of Garcinia Cambogia with fat burning power of Green Coffee Bean.*
  • Nuvia Cafe: Support your immune system and suppress your appetite all with a morning cup of coffee. Nuvia Café uses premium Sumatran Arabica coffee combined with a trifecta of legendary ingredients including: ganoderma, ECGC and pomegranate for a boost of antioxidants. *
  • Rootology (love this product!): Breathe Free: With a new, more potent formula, Rootology is the best blend of concentrated herbal extracts that work individually and in concert with one another to immediately support nasal, sinus and eye health for dramatic seasonal allergy relief without a prescription. Stay healthy to stay active.*
  • Beauty Bursts: Beauty Bursts deliver high absorption beauty nutrients in delectable, gourmet soft chews. Beauty Bursts contain Collagen Type 1 & 3 to firm and smooth the skin and strengthen hair and nails. Beauty Bursts help hydrate and renew your skin to give it a fresh radiant look. *
  • BiPro Whey Protein: Help your muscles repair more rapidly with this advanced protein isolate. BiPro Whey Protein Isolate combines the muscle-buidling power of whey protein and the recovery properties of BCAAs to help speed up the recovery process so you feel less sore tomorrow.*
  • NLA for Her Uplift: Fuel your workout with Uplift, designed and dosed for peak effectiveness for women. NLA for Her created Uplift to increase energy and improve endurance for female athletes. Uplift increases fast twitch muscle fiber activation during your workout.*
  • K-Pax Energy: Get a healthy and immediate energy boost! KPAX uses the perfect combination of vitamins, amino acids, antioxidants and just the right amount of caffeine to get you up and ready to take on your workout or workday with no sugars, artificial taste or sweeteners.*
  • Calsura: A deficit in calcium can lead to hunger cravings which means you could end up off track with your weight loss goals. Calsura is a fast-dissolving calcium supplement that has a high rate of calcium absorption to get the nutrients where they’re needed, fast.*
  • Smarty Pants All-in-One Adult Complete + Fiber Gummy Multivitamin: This complete multivitamin gummy comes packed with Omega-3s, Vitamin D3 and is an excellent source of soluble fiber to promote healthy digestion! Of course, they come with the same amazing Smarty Pants taste.*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.


To purchase this limited edition box, go to bulubox.com (link will take you directly to the box) & check out as usual! No coupon code needed. In addition to this box, there are a few products on sale right now, too! So if you want to purchase any full-size products, be sure to look for coupon codes (on the website)!

A few current sales are:

  • Get 25% Off All Weight Loss Products at Bulu Box! Use Promo Code SLIM2015 Now and Save!
  • New Years Resolution Sale! Buy a Weight Loss Kit, Get a Year Bulu Box Subscription For Free! ($110 Value) Use Promo Code 2015SALE Now!
  • Get Over 25% Off Shapeology Burn Blend at Bulu Box! Shop Today!

Black Friday / Cyber Monday Sale! Get a 3 Month Subscription ($30 Value) For Just $10! Use Promo Code Wowzas Today and Save!Black Friday / Cyber Monday Sale! Get a 3 Month Subscription ($30 Value) For Just $10! Use Promo Code Wowzas Today and Save!

This limited edition box is only available until January 31st, so get yours ASAP! I hope you love it as much as I do. 🙂

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