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Happy Lunar New Year!

Actually, here in the West, Chinese New Year began yesterday (today in Asia). Even so, a fresh, new year is always something to celebrate.  This is the Year of the Pig, the last in line of the 12 zodiac animals.

You, like me, may not know a whole lot about this event. I found out a lot of interesting stuff at Year of the Pig. It tells, among other things, characteristics of people born under this sign and who they’re compatible (or incompatible) with. You may want to take a look.  You don’t have to believe in it. But it does give a glimpse into a culture you may not be familiar with. And that’s always a good idea.

Drug Interaction Tool

You were just prescribed a new medication. Is it compatible with other meds you’re taking? Or is there a possible reaction that would interfere with one of your other meds or otherwise affect your health? Doctors are not always on top of what you’ve been prescribed, especially if you have more than one physician. Besides, it’s been many years since they took a course in pharmacology.

Your doctor tries to watch out for you.  So does your pharmacist. It doesn’t hurt, though, if you look out for yourself, as well.

AARP has an easy way to help you do that.  Try their Drug Interaction Checker.  Be safe.