Over-the-Counter Medications: What to know for Healthy Aging

Join UNC geriatrician Dr. Emmy Yang for an informative session on common over-the-counter medications and how they can affect older adults. We’ll discuss which drugs to use with caution—such as pain relievers, acid reflux medications, and sleep aids—and why some “everyday” remedies like Benadryl can have surprising side effects on balance and memory. Learn how to make safer choices and get the most benefit from your medicines. Hosted by Falls Prevention and Health Promotion Senior Resource Team.