Learn how to ask your doctor and insurer for a 90-day supply of maintenance medications to cut pharmacy trips in half, save money, and improve adherence. Simple steps for better health.
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Swimmer's ear, or otitis externa, is a painful ear infection caused by water trapped in the ear canal. Learn how to prevent it with simple drying techniques and vinegar rinses, and how to treat it effectively with ear drops and pain management.
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Learn how to return to work with chronic pain using legal accommodations, practical adjustments, and step-by-step strategies. Get real examples of what works, how to ask for help, and what to do if your employer says no.
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Opioid-induced constipation affects up to 95% of long-term opioid users and doesn’t improve on its own. Learn what actually works - from safe laxatives to prescription drugs - and why fiber can make it worse.
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OTC vitamins and supplements aren't held to the same safety standards as medications. Their labels hide critical info-like drug interactions, pregnancy risks, and hidden ingredients-that could put your health at risk.
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Calcium and iron supplements can block up to 39% of your thyroid medication's absorption. Learn how to time them correctly to avoid fatigue, weight gain, and inaccurate lab results. Simple steps can make your treatment work again.
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Bisphosphonates for osteoporosis reduce fracture risk by up to 70%, but rare jaw necrosis cases cause fear. Learn the real risk, who's most vulnerable, and how to stay safe without stopping treatment.
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Medication safety prevents harmful errors in drug use-from prescribing to taking pills at home. With over 1.5 million ER visits yearly from avoidable drug problems, knowing how to protect yourself is essential for every patient.
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Alcohol may help you fall asleep faster, but it destroys sleep quality by fragmenting sleep, worsening apnea, and reducing restorative REM stages. Learn how it affects your night and next-day energy.
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Non-English speakers face high risks of medication errors due to unclear labels and lack of translation. Learn how professional translation, visual aids, and interpreter services can make prescriptions safe and understandable.
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Celiac disease in children can stunt growth and delay development, but early testing and a strict gluten-free diet can reverse the damage. Learn how diagnosis works, what to expect with growth recovery, and how to ensure lifelong diet adherence.
OCD involves distressing intrusive thoughts and compulsions. ERP therapy, the gold-standard treatment, helps break the cycle by confronting fears without rituals. Learn how ERP works, why it's effective, and recent advances in OCD care. With proper treatment, recovery is possible.
Remote microphone systems help people with hearing loss understand speech in noisy places by sending clear audio directly to hearing aids. Studies show up to 61% better speech recognition than hearing aids alone.
Learn how to stay informed about FDA drug recalls and safety alerts with free tools like MedWatch, how to report side effects, and what to do when your medication is pulled. Stay safe with practical steps anyone can take.
Pricing pressure and shortages in healthcare are driving up costs and limiting access to essential medicines. From global supply chain breaks to price controls that backfire, this is how economic forces are reshaping patient care - and what needs to change.
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