Pharmacy

Prescription drugs have diversified, and their prices have risen sharply over the last several decades, greatly adding to the cost of health insurance for Laborers and LIUNA signatory employers. To reduce cost pressures on LIUNA Health & Welfare Funds and to improved pharmacy access for fund participants, the LHSFNA took the lead in establishing LaboreRx, a national prescription benefit management program that uses internet and mail order services to fill the prescription drug needs of Laborers and their families.

The Fund's Health Promotion Division also sustains a consistent education program about prescription and over-the-counter drugs.

Pharmacy

Inside Rx: Prescription Drug Discount Card Program for the Uninsured and Underinsured (April, 2020)
The LHSFNA and Inside Rx: Prescription Drug Discount Card Program (February, 2020)
Shopping for Medication Online? Buyer Beware (October, 2016)
Prince’s Death Highlights Importance of Seeking Treatment (June, 2016)
Chronic Pain and Opiate Addiction Don’t Have to Go Hand in Hand (May, 2016)
Drug Stores Can Dispose of Your Old Medications (November, 2014)
Drowsy Driving Is Deadly Driving (August, 2014)
FDA Caps Acetaminophen Dosage in Prescription Medications (April, 2014)
Flu Shot a Must for Diabetics (November, 2013)
Antibiotic Resistance: Looming Health Catastrophe (November, 2013)
Despite Risks, Compound Medications Fill Void (December, 2012)
Medications Can Make You More Sun and Heat Sensitive (August, 2012)
With Prescription Meds, Follow Doctor’s Orders (April, 2012)
Medical Marijuana Tests Drug-Free Workplace Programs (February, 2010)
Prescription Drug Abuse (June, 2007)
Drug Errors Common, Fuel Health Care Costs (September, 2006)
Drug Safety Controversies Plague FDA (March, 2005)
OTC Coverage Presents New Opportunity (October, 2004)
Clearing the Air about Flu Shots (and SARS too) (Fall, 2003)
LaboreRx Battles Escalating Prescription Drug Costs (Fall, 2002)

Pharmacy

Caution When Buying Over-the-Counter (January, 2011)
Expired Drug Dilemma: Take or Toss? (April, 2012)
Antibiotic Resistance: Looming Health Catastrophe (November, 2013)
LaboreRx Battles Escalating Prescription Drug Costs (Fall, 2002)
Wal-Mart's New Script Program: Big Flash in the Pan (Winter, 2006)
OTC Coverage Presents New Opportunity (October, 2004)
Drug Errors Common, Fuel Health Care Costs (September, 2006)
Is Your Drug Benefit Program Up-to-Date? (Fall, 2006)
Flu Shot a Must for Diabetics (November, 2013)
Drug Stores Can Dispose of Your Old Medications (November, 2014)
Despite Risks, Compound Medications Fill Void (December, 2012)
With Prescription Meds, Follow Doctor’s Orders (April, 2012)
LaboreRx - Lower Drug Costs and Better Service (Spring, 2007)
Clear Out Those Old Drugs (Winter, 2006)
Wonder Drugs' Mystique Wears Thin (February, 2011)
Blessing and Burden of Prescription Pain Relievers (January, 2011)
FDA Adds Stern Warning to Diabetes Meds (July, 2007)
Helping Uninsured Laborers Get Health Services (Summer, 2007)
Drug Combinations Add Up to High Risk for Seniors (May, 2009)
FDA Reconsiders Acetaminophen, Other Drug Risks (August, 2009)