Navigating the Risks of Polypharmacy and Nutrient Depletion
A Push for Rational De-prescribing and More Supplementation in South Africa By Anthony Rees (TNHA Chairman) While the world witnesses a constant evolution in style, governance, and personal aesthetics, a contrasting trend emerges in the realm of healthcare. A significant number of patients find themselves in a cycle where their medical prescriptions remain unchanged over time, with the only variation being an increase in the quantity of medications they must manage. Polypharmacy, the concurrent use of multiple medications by a patient, particularly afflicts the elderly and those with multiple chronic conditions. While it can be a necessary aspect of managing... Read More