We hear the sad news of what seems to be an overdose a day on the television or we read about it in the paper. We often associate overdoses with a younger population but the reality is, the opioid crisis is very real and doesn't discriminate based on age. Older adults can struggle with addiction issues just as an individual of any age can.
Especially when it comes to managing chronic pain, we often think pain medication is the answer but this is NOT ALWAYS the case! There are natural, holistic ways to improve your health and mindset. Do you know where all your medication is? Is it all in a centralized, safe location? Take the time to review your current medication list with your doctor and see if there are any medications you can remove from the list.