The Impact of Missing One Dose

Madeline is a local patient and has received care from MedStar Health for many years. She went to the Emergency Department after experiencing chest pain and nausea. At the hospital she was informed that she had suffered a mild heart attack, which may have been prevented if she had continued to take her medication as prescribed. Watch the video to hear her story and understand the importance of taking your medications on time, every time, or, if experiencing side effects, of telling your care team.