The Parata Perl PASS machine packages medications into individual pouches that indicate date and time of day.
easier to identify if their parent is not taking their medications. “With individual pill bottles, it can take longer to identify medication lapses, which can cause harm to the patient,” said Dr. Marquez. “This program takes away that guess work.” The pharmacy team continues to find ways to make this program accessible for non-English speakers and individuals who cannot read. For Spanish-speaking patients, the machine can print the time of day in Spanish to
make interpreting the pouches easier. For low-literacy individuals, the team creates a color-coding system to differentiate the times for each pouch. Once the patterns are established, all they have to do is look at the color to know they are taking the right pouch. “We are excited about this program because we feel it has made a difference,” said Dr. Marquez. “We have seen great results and we are excited to continue to provide this high-quality service and care for our patients.”
Affordable medications for the community All community members, regardless of patient status, are welcome to use the OneWorld Pharmacy. OneWorld offers discounted and/or competitive prices for prescriptions and over-the-counter medication, both generic and name brand. On average, filling a prescription at OneWorld for a patient costs 20-50% less than filling at other pharmacies. Insurance, Medicaid or Medicare is welcome, but coverage is not required for care.
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