Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2
Dec
Sports and Anticoagulants: Injury Risk and How to Stay Safe
Athletes on blood thinners face higher bleeding risks during sports. Learn which activities are safe, how DOACs offer more flexibility than warfarin, and proven strategies to compete without risking serious injury.
Dec
Sexual Side Effects from Common Medications: What You Need to Know
Many common medications-from antidepressants to blood pressure pills-can cause sexual side effects like low desire, erectile dysfunction, or delayed orgasm. Learn which drugs are most likely to cause these issues and what you can do about them.
Dec
Bile Acid Diarrhea: How to Diagnose, Treat with Binders, and Manage with Diet
Bile acid diarrhea is often misdiagnosed as IBS-D but responds well to binders and diet changes. Learn how to get tested, which medications work best, and simple dietary tips to stop chronic watery diarrhea.
Dec
Phantom Limb Pain: How Mirror Therapy and Medications Help Manage the Pain
Phantom limb pain affects 60-85% of amputees and is caused by brain rewiring, not psychology. Learn how mirror therapy, gabapentin, amitriptyline, and other treatments can reduce or eliminate this persistent pain.
Dec
When to Seek a Second Opinion About Medication Side Effects
If medication side effects are disrupting your daily life, it’s time to consider a second opinion. Learn the warning signs, what to track, and how to get answers faster - with real data from 2024 studies.
Dec
School Medications: Safe Administration Guidelines for Parents
Learn exactly what parents must do to ensure their child's medication is safely administered at school. From paperwork and delivery to storage and end-of-year cleanup - get the clear, step-by-step guidelines backed by current health policies.
Dec
Immunocompromised Patients and Medication Reactions: What You Need to Know About Special Risks
Immunocompromised patients face higher risks of serious infections from medications meant to treat autoimmune diseases or prevent transplant rejection. Learn how different drugs affect the immune system and what steps can reduce life-threatening complications.
Dec
Aspirin-Exacerbated Respiratory Disease: Understanding Asthma and NSAID Sensitivity
Aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD) causes severe asthma and nasal polyps in adults who react to NSAIDs like aspirin and ibuprofen. Learn the signs, why it's often missed, and how aspirin desensitization can change your life.
Dec
Pharmacogenomics Testing: How Your Genes Determine Which Medications Work for You
Pharmacogenomics testing uses your genes to predict how you'll respond to medications, reducing side effects and improving treatment success-especially for depression, heart disease, and pain management.
Nov
How to Use Your Pharmacy’s Consultation Service for Medication Safety
Learn how to use your pharmacy's free consultation service to catch dangerous drug interactions, reduce side effects, and save money on medications. Pharmacists are your best ally for medication safety.