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Scary Drug Facts by Brim Wellness
Scary Drug Facts by Brim Wellness
Author: Breck L. Rice
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Health and wellness professionals who come together to improve patient care and outcomes—doing what's best for individuals, not their health system! When the side effects of medications outweigh the benefits, it's time to do something different.
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Pharmacy Gag Orders: Shocking Truth About Medication Costs! Most people are shocked gag orders existed in pharmacy contracts recently. We couldn't tell patients about cheaper medication options. Imagine a $37.50 co-pay when the drug cost $10! #Pharmacy #GagOrders #MedicationCosts #Healthcare #Insurance #CostTransparency #PatientRights #DrugPrices #Pharmacist #MedicalBills
ALS Diagnosis: From Devastation to Defiance and Hope After surviving throat cancer and Lyme, receiving an ALS diagnosis was crushing. we refused to give up, fueled by young boys. A nonspecific ALS diagnosis felt like a dead end, but hope prevailed. #ALS #ALSawareness #NeverGiveUp #ThroatCancerSurvivor #LymeDisease #HealthJourney #Inspiration #Hope #Diagnosis #DefeatALS
Senator Hawley of Missouri comments on the concerning alliance between insurance companies and PBMs. PBMs and Insurance: A Monopoly Hurting Patients? We discuss the concerning alliance between insurance companies and PBMs. Are these giants monopolizing the pharma industry and negatively impacting patients? Why do insurers and PBMs own pharmacies? #PBM #Insurance #Healthcare #Monopoly #Pharma #Patients #Reform #Pharmacy #Competition #BigPharma
Faith & Purpose: Finding Meaning in Health Challenges We explore finding purpose beyond health challenges. It's about believing in a higher power, not focusing on circumstances. Our faith doesn't matter as much as believing in a purpose to suffering. We share our experiences to inspire others. #Faith #Purpose #HealthChallenges #Inspiration #HigherPower #MeaningOfLife #Suffering #Belief #Wellness #MentalHealth
Pharma Racket: How PBMs are Inflating Drug Prices! We've seen PBM competition grow, but the biggest three PBMs own 80% of the business and are owned by big insurance. The lack of competition hurts patients who can't afford prescriptions. Congress must act! #PharmaRacket #PBMs #DrugPrices #HealthcareCosts #Pharmaceuticals #PrescriptionDrugs #HealthcareReform #Congress #PatientAdvocacy #InsuranceCompanies
Breaking Up PBMs: Protecting Patients and Independent Pharmacies We expose PBMs' monopolistic practices harming patients and independent pharmacies. Senator challenges rising profits and anti-competitive behavior. A Doctor details real-world struggles. Can 'we' break up PBMs for fair competition? #PBMReform #PharmacyMonopoly #HealthcareCosts #IndependentPharmacy #PatientProtection #DrugPricing #FTCReport #CompetitionInHealthcare #RxReform #SenatorVsPBMs
Kerri's Lyme Battle: IV Therapy & Vitality Solution After battling chronic Lyme and a false ALS diagnosis, Kerri found healing through IV therapy. We discuss her journey, innovative IV therapy model, remote work, and her book, The Vitality Solution, to help you reclaim your vitality. Find the full episode here: https://youtu.be/Edzo0nQcHXg #LymeDisease #IVTherapy #Wellness #ChronicIllness #ALS #Vitality #HealthJourney #AlternativeMedicine #Healing #TheVitalitySolution
PBMs, Pharmacies & Insurance: A Monopoly? The problem, PBMs owned by insurers are buying or owning pharmacies, which impacts independent pharmacies. Is this classic monopolist behavior hurting patients? Thank You, Senator Josh Hawley #PBM #Pharmacies #Insurance #Monopoly #Healthcare #Competition #PatientCare #DrugPrices #FTC #Reform
Pharma Standards: Unveiling Industry Excellence and Pricing Secrets We discuss pharma sales and medical science liaisons. Over the years, our work revealed a lack of industry standards. We established benchmarks for excellence in practice and competencies, leading the way in setting standards. #PharmaStandards #DrugPricing #MedicalScienceLiaison #PharmaSales #HealthcareIndustry #ACMA #Pharmaceuticals #MedicalAffairs #IndustryExcellence #HealthcareCompliance
Prior Authorization: The #1 Cause of Healthcare Delays We discovered the top reason for care delay in America: prior authorization. A staggering 93% of delays stem from it, costing the healthcare industry billions annually. We'll explore this control point. #PriorAuthorization #HealthcareDelays #CareDelay #HealthcareCosts #PatientAccess #MedicalBilling #HealthcareReform #HealthInsurance #MedicalAuthorization #USHealthcare
Healthcare Costs: Why Patients Don't Understand Pricing Most patients don't understand healthcare costs and pricing complexities. We discuss the lack of patient education regarding medication costs and the mysterious process of calculating out-of-pocket expenses. The healthcare system differs greatly from other industries. #HealthcareCosts #PatientEducation #Medicare #Medicaid #DrugPricing #HealthcareSystem #MedicalBilling #CostTransparency #HealthcareReform #AffordableCare
Independent Pharmacies: Faster Prescriptions & Community Healthcare Get prescriptions in 10 minutes at local pharmacies versus chain delays. We share a story of a pharmacist saving a child's life during an asthma attack, highlighting the invaluable care independent pharmacies provide. They offer personalized healthcare. #IndependentPharmacy #CommunityPharmacy #Healthcare #Prescriptions #Asthma #Pharmacist #LocalPharmacy #Health #Pharmacy #PatientCare
IV Vitamin Therapy: My Secret Weapon for Healing & Success Even now, we experience bad days due to past damage. IV vitamin therapy and hydration are crucial for functionality. My gut was compromised, making it a slow healing journey. But now, we run 3 businesses, wrote a book. IV vitamin therapy is key. #IVVitaminTherapy #HealingJourney #GutHealth #VitaminTherapy #Wellness #HealthAndWellness #SelfCare #AlternativeMedicine #FunctionalMedicine #Inspiration
Youth Sports & Health: Preventing Future Injuries Reflecting on youth sports and injury prevention, we discuss early body care, diet, and the impact of sugar. We explore broader health advocacy and accessible care solutions for the younger generation. #YouthSports #InjuryPrevention #HealthyLiving #YouthHealth #SportsMedicine #NutritionTips #HealthAdvocacy #AccessibleCare #CommunityHealth #Wellness
Wellness Business Launch: Pandemic Pivot & COVID Loss Inspiration We turned wellness into a business in 2020/2021. Losing our dad to COVID empowered us to help others stay out of the hospital. #WellnessBusiness #PandemicPivot #COVIDInspiration #HealthAndWellness #BusinessMotivation #GriefToPurpose #HealthcareAdvocacy #WellnessJourney #Entrepreneurship #Inspiration
Enamel Erosion: STOP Ruining Your Teeth with Toothpaste! We expose how common toothpastes damage your enamel, leading to sensitivity and pain. Discover gentle alternatives to protect your oral health and keep your smile bright. #EnamelErosion #Toothpaste #OralHealth #SensitiveTeeth #DentalCare #HealthySmile #ToothpasteReview #Dentist #WhiteningToothpaste #DentalHygiene
Mercury-Free vs. Mercury-Safe Dentist: What's the Difference? Confused about mercury-free and mercury-safe dentists? We explain the key differences and why mercury-safe practices are crucial, especially for immunocompromised individuals, to minimize mercury exposure during amalgam removal. #MercuryFreeDentist #MercurySafeDentist #AmalgamRemoval #DentalHealth #HeavyMetalDetox #BrainFog #Immunocompromised #HolisticDentistry #SafeDentistry #MercuryPoisoning
Tramadol: 6 Shocking Long-Term Side Effects You NEED to Know We reveal the scary long-term side effects of Tramadol, a commonly prescribed pain medication. From addiction to memory loss, we uncover 6 critical warnings you must be aware of. #Tramadol #PainMedication #SideEffects #Opioid #Addiction #MemoryLoss #HealthWarning #DrugFacts #MedicationSideEffects #PainManagement
Root Canal Dangers: The Shocking Truth My Dentist Discovered Learn why we stopped recommending root canals after a personal health scare revealed hidden dangers and infections lurking beneath seemingly healthy teeth. #RootCanal #DentalHealth #Infection #HolisticDentistry #BiologicalDentistry #ToothExtraction #HealthScare #Dentist #Wellness #OralHealth
Fresh Breath Secrets: Dentist's Mouthwash & Oral Health Tips Keep your breath fresh and your mouth healthy! We share mouthwash preferences and essential oral hygiene tips: brush twice daily for 2 minutes and floss daily. Prioritize your oral health! #FreshBreath #OralHealth #Mouthwash #DentistTips #DentalCare #HealthySmile #OralHygiene #BrushYourTeeth #FlossDaily #DentalHealth




