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Adults over the age of 40 take one or more medications prescribed by their doctor. Most people will continue to take some sort of medication for nearly half their life. So, it’s important to know that you’re managing your medications correctly, which may not be as simple as you think. Dr. James Simmons, nurse practitioner and founder of “Ask the NP,” joined us to talk about the proper way to handle prescriptions, and shares his tips and tricks to help make things easier.
Dr. Simmons also talks about the effectiveness of using magnesium for sleep, which has become a popular TikTok trend.
This segment aired on KTLA’s Off The Clock on Jan. 18, 2024.
