Category: Health and Wellness - Page 5

Telepharmacy and Safety Outcomes: What Recent Studies Reveal

Telepharmacy improves medication access in rural areas and matches traditional pharmacies in safety accuracy, with studies showing reduced hospitalizations and error rates-but only when systems and training are strong.

Dec, 21 2025

Mouth Sores and Ulcers from Medications: How to Prevent and Care for Them

Mouth sores from medications like chemotherapy and radiation are common but preventable. Learn proven strategies to avoid painful ulcers, what treatments actually work, and how to manage symptoms safely.

Dec, 19 2025

Chronic Insomnia: Why Sleep Hygiene Alone Doesn’t Work and What Actually Does

Chronic insomnia isn't solved by just avoiding caffeine or dimming lights. Sleep hygiene alone doesn't work. CBT-I is the only evidence-based treatment proven to rewire your brain's sleep pattern and deliver lasting results.

Dec, 17 2025

Lung Cancer Screening for Smokers and the Rise of Targeted Therapies

Lung cancer screening with low-dose CT scans saves lives when done early. For smokers and former smokers, updated guidelines now include more people than ever. Combined with targeted therapies like osimertinib, early detection can cut recurrence by 83%.

Dec, 16 2025

Opioids and Serotonin Syndrome: What You Need to Know About Dangerous Drug Mixes

Opioids like tramadol and dextromethorphan can trigger serotonin syndrome when mixed with antidepressants. Learn which opioids are dangerous, what symptoms to watch for, and safer alternatives for pain relief.

Dec, 15 2025

Workplace Accommodations for Medication Side Effects: What You Need to Know

Learn how workplace accommodations for medication side effects work under the ADA. Discover common adjustments, legal rights, employer responsibilities, and what to do if your request is denied.

Dec, 15 2025

Elderberry and Immunosuppressants: What You Need to Know Before Taking Both

Elderberry may boost immunity in healthy people, but it can interfere with immunosuppressant drugs, risking transplant rejection or autoimmune flare-ups. Learn why doctors advise avoiding it if you're on these medications.

Dec, 15 2025

Inhaler Technique: 8 Steps to Ensure Correct Drug Delivery for Asthma and COPD

Learn the 8-step technique for using inhalers correctly to ensure medicine reaches your lungs, reduces side effects, and prevents asthma and COPD flare-ups. Most users get it wrong-don’t be one of them.

Dec, 12 2025

How to Monitor Your Symptoms After a Safety Communication

Learn how to track symptoms after a drug, device, or public health safety alert. Step-by-step guide on what to watch for, how to report, and how to avoid common mistakes.

Dec, 10 2025

Manufacturing Transparency: How to Access FDA Inspection Records

Understand how FDA inspection records work, what manufacturers must disclose, and how to prepare for inspections. Learn the rules, timelines, and real-world impacts of manufacturing transparency.

Dec, 9 2025

Benzodiazepines in the Elderly: Risks and Safer Alternatives

Benzodiazepines pose serious risks for seniors, including falls, dementia, and dependence. Safer alternatives like CBT-I, SSRIs, and melatonin offer effective, long-term relief without the dangers. Experts now recommend avoiding these drugs in older adults.

Dec, 8 2025

Perioral Dermatitis Triggers and Gentle Skin Care Routine

Perioral dermatitis is a stubborn facial rash often caused by steroids, heavy moisturizers, or toothpaste. Learn the real triggers and the gentle skin care routine that actually works - without harsh treatments or endless products.

Dec, 7 2025