How do I refill my prescription medications prior to a storm so I have enough to sustain myself?

House Bill No. 7121 was signed into law June 01, 2006. Section 29 of this bill made it easier for individuals who take medications to receive a 30-day refill prior to an imminent Hurricane threat. Here is some information you should know:

In order to receive an Emergency-Preparedness Prescription Medication 30- Day Refill, a couple things need to occur.

1.    You must live in the county you are seeking the prescription medication refill from and that county you live in:

A.   Has been issued to be under a Hurricane Warning by The National Weather Service, or

B.   Has been declared to be under a “State of Emergency” in an Executive Order, issued by the Governor, or

C.   Your County Emergency Operations Center has activated their Emergency Operation Center and it’s Emergency Management Plan.

If the county you reside in meets these categories and you wish to refill your prescription medications so that you are prepared for a storm, please do so immediately at your pharmacy. If you have questions as to how this applies to your current insurance provider, please consult your established and trusted pharmacist. It is of dire importance that you have enough medications to last you during a time of uncertain recovery.

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