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Commentary|Articles|September 7, 2026
- September 2026
- Volume 92
- Issue 9
Healthy Aging Month: Pharmacists’ Promise
Author(s)Mike Hennessy Jr, Chairman and CEO
Fact checked by: Afton Woodward
Learn how pharmacists guide older adults through polypharmacy with safer OTC choices and MTM reviews that prevent interactions and simplify regimens.
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September is Healthy Aging Month, a fitting moment to reflect on the vital role pharmacists play in supporting older adults as they navigate increasingly complex health needs. As the population ages, pharmacists are often the most accessible and most frequently consulted health care professionals for this patient group, making their counseling responsibilities more important than ever.
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