Show 224 Questions About Amazon Pharmacy Service

One of the suggested treatment options is medication. Traditionally in the U.S. that meant going to the drug store/pharmacy. 

Now, X=the unknown is catching up with us. Very soon you will be able to make a tele-heath appointment with a mental health provider. That person will provide you a prescription for medication. 

You log onto Amazon.com and request delivery of your meds, which are delivered two days later.

Amazon Pharmacy isn't the only way to have medication delivered. But there are questions about the possible disruptive nature of the company entering the healthcare space. 

In this episode, a brief look at the pharmacy service, some questions and concerns.

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Resources Mentioned: 

Amazon Pharmacy press release about their new service. There is also a FAQ type page for consumers and Prime members.

Supermarket News article about Sam's Club contracting with Door Dash for medication delivery. And Costco is working with Instacart to provide pharmacy delivery services.

From the Los Angeles Times, there is a business column by David Lazerus asking some of the same questions and concerns about Amazon’s entry into healthcare. 

Disclaimer: 

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Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.