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Medication-Related Weight Changes: How Drugs Cause Gain or Loss and What to Do About It

Nov 18 2025 / Medications

Many medications cause unexpected weight gain or loss through biological mechanisms-not just diet or lifestyle. Learn which drugs affect weight, why it happens, and how to manage it safely with your doctor.

NSAIDs and Kidney Disease: How to Prevent Acute Kidney Injury

Nov 18 2025 / Health and Wellness

NSAIDs like ibuprofen and naproxen can cause sudden kidney injury, especially in older adults or those with existing kidney disease. Learn how to use them safely and what alternatives work better for kidney health.

First-Episode Psychosis: Why Early Intervention and Family Support Save Lives

Nov 17 2025 / Health and Wellness

First-episode psychosis can be overwhelming, but early intervention with coordinated care and family support dramatically improves recovery. Learn how timely treatment, family education, and evidence-based programs can change the outcome.

Anticonvulsants and Birth Control: What You Need to Know About Reduced Effectiveness

Nov 17 2025 / Medications

Certain seizure medications can make birth control pills, patches, and rings ineffective, leading to unplanned pregnancy. Learn which anticonvulsants interfere, which birth control methods are safe, and what to do if you're at risk.

How to Read the NDC Number to Confirm the Correct Medication

Nov 16 2025 / Medications

Learn how to read the NDC number on medication labels to prevent dangerous dispensing errors. Understand the 3-segment code, convert formats for billing, and verify drugs accurately with FDA tools.

Metformin and Kidney Function: How to Monitor and Adjust Doses Safely

Nov 16 2025 / Medications

Learn how to safely use metformin with kidney disease. Understand eGFR guidelines, proper dosing, when to hold the medication, and why stopping it unnecessarily can be more harmful than keeping it.

Sunscreen Science: How SPF, UVA, and UVB Really Work for Daily Skin Protection

Nov 14 2025 / Health and Science

Learn how SPF, UVA, and UVB really work to protect your skin daily. Understand the science behind sunscreen, what to look for on the label, and how to use it correctly to prevent skin cancer and aging.

Heart Valve Diseases: Understanding Stenosis, Regurgitation, and Modern Surgical Treatments

Nov 13 2025 / Health and Wellness

Learn how heart valve stenosis and regurgitation affect blood flow, what symptoms to watch for, and the latest surgical options-including TAVR and MitraClip-that can restore heart function and save lives.

Counterfeit Medications: How to Spot Fakes and Protect Your Health

Nov 11 2025 / Medications

Counterfeit medications are a global health threat, with fake pills containing lethal substances like fentanyl. Learn how to spot fakes, verify online pharmacies, and protect yourself from dangerous counterfeit drugs.

Autoimmune Thyroid Eye Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Latest Treatments

Nov 10 2025 / Health and Wellness

Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) is an autoimmune condition linked to Graves’ disease that causes bulging eyes, double vision, and pain. Learn the latest symptoms, diagnostic tools, and breakthrough treatments like Tepezza that are changing outcomes.

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