Category: Health & Wellness - Page 2

Antibiotic stewardship reduces side effects by ensuring antibiotics are only used when needed, at the right dose and duration. Learn how this practice prevents C. diff, saves lives, and fights resistance.

Cardiovascular disease kills nearly 800,000 Americans yearly. Learn how heart disease, stroke, and vascular conditions are connected, what actually works to prevent them, and how modern treatments are changing outcomes - with real data and practical steps.

Levothyroxine is a safe and effective treatment for hypothyroidism, but only when dosed correctly and monitored regularly. Skipping blood tests, switching brands without warning, or taking it wrong can cause serious side effects.

Learn how to safely store medications in shared homes to prevent accidents, spoilage, and misuse. Simple steps for locking, labeling, refrigerating, and tracking meds in multi-person households.

Bone turnover markers like PINP and β-CTX-I offer early, reliable feedback on osteoporosis treatment effectiveness-showing results in weeks, not years. Learn how they work, when to test, and how to interpret your results.

Antiplatelet medications like aspirin and clopidogrel prevent heart attacks but raise the risk of stomach bleeding. Learn how to protect your GI tract with PPIs, when to stop or continue meds during bleeding, and what newer drugs are on the horizon.

Insulin biosimilars offer the same safety and effectiveness as branded insulins at 15-70% lower cost. Learn how they work, which ones are available, why adoption is slow, and how to safely switch.

Understanding how medication safety science works - from clinical trials to real-world data - helps you make smarter choices about your drugs. Learn how risks are found, why some drugs get pulled, and what you can do to stay safe.

The FDA uses Import Alerts to block drugs from non-compliant manufacturers, especially targeting GLP-1 APIs since September 2025. Learn how the Green List works, who’s affected, and what it takes to comply.

Generic drugs are just as effective as brand-name versions, saving patients up to 85% on costs. Learn how bioequivalence works, when to be cautious, and why generics are the smart choice for most people.

OTC sleep aids may help occasionally, but they come with real risks - including dementia, falls, and rebound insomnia. Learn what's actually in them, how long to use them, and safer alternatives that work better.

Vertigo isn't just dizziness - it's a spinning sensation caused by inner ear problems. Learn the top causes like BPPV and Meniere's, how vestibular therapy works, and why most people stay dizzy longer than they need to.