Category: Health and Medicine - Page 4
How Age Affects Medication Side Effects and Tolerability in Older Adults
As people age, their bodies process medications differently, increasing risks of side effects, falls, and hospitalizations. Learn how kidney function, body composition, and drug sensitivity change after 65-and what you can do to stay safe.
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Foodborne Illnesses: Common Pathogens and How to Stay Safe
Learn about the most common foodborne pathogens like Salmonella, Listeria, and Norovirus, how they spread, and the proven steps you can take to protect yourself and your family from food poisoning.
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Barcode Scanning in Pharmacies: How It Stops Medication Errors
Barcode scanning in pharmacies cuts medication errors by up to 86% by verifying the right patient, drug, and dose every time. Learn how it works, where it fails, and why it's the most proven safety tool in modern pharmacy.
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Turmeric and Black Pepper with Blood Thinners: What You Need to Know for Safety
Turmeric and black pepper supplements can dangerously increase bleeding risk when taken with blood thinners like warfarin or apixaban. Learn why even natural supplements can be life-threatening and what you should do instead.
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Biosimilar Medications: Are They Safe and Effective? The Real Facts
Biosimilar medications are proven to be as safe and effective as their brand-name biologics, with decades of real-world use and billions of patient doses supporting their use. Learn the facts behind the myths.
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Insulin, EpiPens, and Nitroglycerin: What Happens When They Expire
Expired insulin, EpiPens, and nitroglycerin can fail in emergencies, leading to life-threatening consequences. Learn the real expiration rules and how to stay safe.
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OTC Hemorrhoid Treatments: When to Self-Treat and When to See a Doctor
Most hemorrhoids can be managed at home with OTC treatments, but only if used correctly and for the right duration. Learn which products work best, when to stop self-treating, and when to see a doctor.
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Autoimmune Encephalitis: Red Flags, Antibodies, and Treatment
Autoimmune encephalitis is a rare but treatable brain condition triggered by antibodies attacking brain cells. Recognizing early red flags like seizures, memory loss, and psychiatric changes can save lives. Treatment must begin quickly for the best outcomes.
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Elderly Patients Switching to Generics: What You Need to Know About Safety and Effectiveness
Elderly patients often switch to generic medications to save money, but age-related changes in the body and medication risks require careful handling. Learn when generics are safe, which drugs need extra caution, and how to avoid dangerous side effects.
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OTC Sunscreens: How to Choose SPF, Broad Spectrum, and When to Reapply
Learn how to choose the right OTC sunscreen, understand SPF and broad spectrum claims, and master reapplication to truly protect your skin from sun damage and skin cancer.
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How to Prevent Waste While Keeping Medications Within Date
Learn practical, low-cost ways to prevent medication waste while keeping drugs safe and effective. Reduce expired pills, improve storage, and cut costs without high-tech tools.
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Severe Pancreatitis from Medications: Warning Signs and Treatment
Drug-induced severe pancreatitis is a rare but life-threatening reaction to certain medications. Learn the warning signs, high-risk drugs, and critical treatment steps to prevent permanent damage or death.
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