The HSE have launched the 'Know, Check, Ask' campaign to improve the safe use of medicines.

Aimed at those who take medications regularly, the campaign asks people, "do you know your medicines? Do you keep a list? Can you describe and discuss your medicines with healthcare professionals and family when you want to?" 

The campaign gives useful suggestions to those who use medications regularly for the safer use of their medicines including; keeping a photo of the list on their phones, sharing the list with a family member, friend or carer and asking for help if you need assistance from friends or family when filling out the ‘My Medicines List’, if you feel you need it.

To learn more about the “Know Check Ask” campaign to help take medicines safely, visit www.hse.ie/safermeds, where you can download the ‘My Medicines List’ template in English and other languages.