Recapping World AIDS Awareness Day: How Can You Raise Awareness in Your Neighborhood?

Recapping World AIDS Awareness Day: How Can You Raise Awareness in Your Neighborhood?

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On December 1, 2014, Simplefill stood with our global community to support World AIDS Day. This event raises awareness about this illness and shows support those who live with HIV every day. The calendar day might be behind us, but it’s as important as ever to provide AIDS information to your community. Here are a few ways that you can accomplish this: Continue reading

Types of Insulin and How They Treat Diabetes

Types of Insulin and How They Treat Diabetes

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29.1 million Americans are living with type-1 or type-2 diabetes. With the proper treatment, patients can manage the illness. Different types of insulin are used to monitor blood sugar levels in unique ways, and many are used in tandem to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Learn more about how you can manage diabetes with insulin and explore your options with us below. Keep in mind that there are many types of insulin pumps that can be used to distribute this medication. Continue reading

Chronic Disease Series: Epilepsy

Chronic Disease Series: Epilepsy

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Epilepsy is a neurological disorder disrupts the brain’s nerve cell activity inducing a seizure. An estimated 150,000 Americans live with epilepsy each year. If you’ve spoken with your doctor about your symptoms, then it’s important to manage your illness with seizure medication.

If you have a seizure that lasts more than five minutes, lose consciousness, or experience a second seizure immediately following the first, it’s important to get medical attention quickly. Epileptic seizures spark reactions that range from mild to severe. Minor responses include inattention and prolonged blank states, whereas intense lack of joint control or loss of consciousness characterize intense symptoms.

Tegretol, also known as Carbamazepine, is an anticonvulsant that mitigates nerve pains. It halts seizures by moderating brain activity. Zarontin is another popular anti-seizure medication. This type of medication halts abnormal activity in the brain, which can typically spark a seizure. Felbatol and Gabitril are two other popular anti-epileptic drugs that help to moderate the brain’s nerve cell activity.

If you are living with epilepsy, make sure to take your medication reliably, exercise regularly, and rest properly. It’s also important to wear a medical bracelet. Educate your housemates on how to handle a seizure: Roll onto one side, place something soft under your head, and never restrict movement.

It’s possible to comfortably live with epilepsy, but many forms of epilepsy require the support of regular medication. If you are having difficulty affording your medications, reach out to the Simplefill team. We advocate for your right to access the affordable prescriptions that enable you to live a healthy life. Explore what options we can offer you and apply today.

Asthma Medications: A Brief Synopsis

Asthma Medications: A Brief Synopsis

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Imagine feeling like your lungs were being compressed—like your body was unable to catch a full breath of air. For many it sounds like a nightmare, but for the one in twelve Americans living with asthma, these experiences are simply a part of everyday life.

Managing this condition is possible with the help of asthma medications. Learn more about the long and short term treatment options with Simplefill:
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): The Symptoms, Treatments & Medications

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): The Symptoms, Treatments & Medications

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, commonly known as COPD, is one of the country’s most common illnesses, but at Simplefill Prescription Assistance, we have found that it is also one of the most misunderstood. The term describes a condition where airways to the lungs are partially blocked, making it difficult to draw breath. Chronic bronchitis and emphysema are both forms of COPD.

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Important Fall 2014 Healthcare Open Enrollment Tips and Deadlines

Important Fall 2014 Healthcare Open Enrollment Tips and Deadlines

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The Open Enrollment period for healthcare under the Affordable Care Act is coming up soon, and we want our Simplefill community to be prepared for this important time of year. Grab a pen and get ready to mark your calendars with the information you need about coverage from a Qualified Health Plan.

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How to Get HIV Medication Cost Assistance

How to Get HIV Medication Cost Assistance

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An estimated 1.1 million Americans live with HIV every day. Proper medical attention is essential in order to cope with this taxing illness, but too often the AIDS and HIV treatment cost hinders patients’ access to this vital care. If you cannot afford the cost of HIV medication, then there is a solution. Simplefill is dedicated to helping individuals who are under- or uninsured, providing that crucial link between patients and Prescription Assistance Programs.

To get support from Simplefill, fill out and submit the short application. A Simplefill Advocate will give you a call within 24 hours of submission to get more details and, if you are eligible, will promptly enroll you in the program. Once you are a Simplefill member, Advocates will help you complete your tailored Prescription Assistance Program applications to provide access to free or low cost medication. No two patients are alike, and by combining our extensive knowledge of the health care system with the individual needs of our members, we are able to get you the affordable medicine you need to live with HIV. We also research alternative funding programs and prescription options to relieve the financial burden of most prescription medicine.

Simplefill members don’t just get access to affordable medicine for AIDS; they also have the peace of mind that their needs are being taken care of by a team of specialists. Our services include personal medication management, so that you don’t have to feel insecure about when your prescription will arrive. We believe that our members should be focusing on their health, so we focus on providing them with reliable access to affordable or free HIV medication.

If you are living with HIV, support is just a phone call away. Reach out to a Simplefill Advocate today at 1.877.386.0206 to get prescription assistance you need.