Prescription drugs overuse 'causes malnutrition'

Overuse of prescription drugs can lead to a dangerous drop in people's nutrition levels, according to a New Zealand pharmacist.

Prescription drugs overuse 'causes malnutrition'

Overuse of prescription drugs can lead to a dangerous drop in people's nutrition levels, according to a New Zealand pharmacist.

Mike Cushman said prolonged use of medication can lead to Medicine Induced Nutrition Depletion, or "MIND".

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