Author: Linda House
How to Read Pharmacy Allergy Alerts and What They Really Mean
Learn how to interpret pharmacy allergy alerts correctly - what's real, what's noise, and how to protect yourself from dangerous misdiagnoses. Most alerts are wrong. Here's how to tell the difference.
Caffeine and Medication Safety: What You Need to Know About Dangerous Interactions
Caffeine can interfere with common medications like warfarin, levothyroxine, and antidepressants, leading to dangerous side effects or reduced effectiveness. Learn which drugs interact with coffee and how to stay safe.
How COVID-19 Caused Drug Shortages and Changed Access to Medications
The COVID-19 pandemic caused widespread drug shortages and made illegal drug markets more deadly. Essential medications vanished early on, while fentanyl-laced street drugs drove overdose deaths to record highs. Even as supplies recovered, access to treatment remained unequal.
Noise Exposure Limits: How to Protect Your Hearing at Work and Concerts
Learn the science behind safe noise levels at work and concerts, how to protect your hearing, and what regulations actually exist to prevent permanent hearing loss. Noise-induced hearing loss is preventable-here’s how.
How to Calculate Total Cost of Therapy Beyond the Copay
Therapy costs go far beyond your copay. Learn how deductibles, coinsurance, out-of-network fees, and session frequency add up - and how to calculate your real out-of-pocket cost for mental health care.
Wilson’s Disease: Understanding Copper Accumulation and Chelation Therapy
Wilson's disease is a rare genetic disorder causing toxic copper buildup in the liver and brain. Early diagnosis and lifelong chelation therapy can prevent irreversible damage and allow normal life expectancy.
Heart Attack Warning Signs: Recognizing Symptoms and Seeking Emergency Care
Learn the real warning signs of a heart attack-including symptoms women and older adults often miss-and what to do immediately when they occur. Time saves lives.
Bipolar Disorder: How Mood Stabilizers and Antipsychotics Really Work
Learn how mood stabilizers like lithium and antipsychotics like quetiapine manage bipolar disorder, their real-world side effects, why people stop taking them, and what newer treatments are changing the game.
Metronidazole Neuropathy: Recognizing Numbness and Tingling Before It’s Too Late
Metronidazole can cause serious nerve damage leading to numbness and tingling, especially after 42 grams total. Learn the signs, how to stop it before it's permanent, and what to do if you're already affected.
Bulk Purchasing and Discounts: How Large-Scale Procurement of Generic Medications Lowers Costs
Bulk purchasing of generic medications can cut drug costs by 20-25% for clinics and providers. Learn how volume discounts, short-dated stock, and secondary distributors help reduce spending without compromising care.
Dissolution Testing: How the FDA Ensures Generic Drug Quality
The FDA uses dissolution testing to ensure generic drugs release their active ingredients at the same rate as brand-name versions, replacing costly human trials with reliable lab data. This science-based method keeps generics safe, effective, and affordable.
Licensed Pharmacies: How to Verify Your Pharmacy Is Legitimate and Avoid Counterfeit Drugs
Learn how to verify if a pharmacy is licensed to avoid counterfeit drugs. Discover the signs of fake online pharmacies, how to use NABP Verify and VIPPS, and what to do if you spot a scam.