The challenges of using 31 PBS scripts a year – new research

As people grow older, they’re more likely to develop multiple chronic conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and cognitive problems such as dementia.

These conditions often mean people need to take more medications. Around one in three Australians aged over 70 take five or more different medications.

While these can be important, and even lifesaving, managing multiple medications can become a major challenge in itself.