Author: Gina Lizet
Foodborne Illnesses: Common Pathogens and How to Stay Safe
Foodborne illnesses affect millions each year. Learn the most common pathogens like Salmonella, Norovirus, and Listeria, how they spread, and simple steps to protect yourself at home and when eating out.
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Diuretics: Understanding Electrolyte Changes and Dangerous Drug Interactions
Diuretics help manage fluid buildup and high blood pressure, but they can cause dangerous electrolyte imbalances and deadly drug interactions. Learn how different types affect potassium, sodium, and kidney function - and what to watch for.
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Why Women Experience More Medication Side Effects Than Men
Women are nearly twice as likely as men to have bad reactions to medications due to biological differences and outdated dosing based on male-only trials. Learn why and what you can do.
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FDA Boxed Warnings Explained: What You Need to Know Before Taking High-Risk Medications
Boxed warnings on prescription drugs signal serious risks - but they don't mean avoid treatment. Learn what they mean, which drugs carry them, and how to talk to your doctor to stay safe.
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Best Online Drug Databases and Resources for Patients
Discover the most reliable, free online drug databases for patients-DailyMed, LactMed, and DrugBank-backed by the U.S. government and trusted by doctors. Learn how to use them safely and avoid misleading commercial sites.
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Chronic Eczema: How to Repair Skin Barrier, Avoid Triggers, and Stop the Itch
Chronic eczema is caused by a broken skin barrier, not just inflammation. Learn how ceramide-based repair, trigger avoidance, and itch control can reduce flares by up to 60% with science-backed methods.
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Medication Switching: How Changing Psychiatric Drugs Affects Your Mind
Changing psychiatric medications can trigger emotional, cognitive, and psychological side effects far beyond physical withdrawal. Learn why switching meds-even to generics-can destabilize your mental health and how to do it safely.
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Mandatory Substitution Worldwide: How Legal Frameworks Differ Across Countries
Mandatory substitution laws force replacements in finance, mental health, and environmental policy - but rules vary wildly by country. Learn how the EU, U.S., Canada, and others handle it differently - and why it matters.
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Cost vs Benefit: When Expensive Medications Are Worth the Price Despite Side Effects
Some medications cost tens of thousands - and come with harsh side effects. But for patients with no other options, they’re the only path to survival. Here’s when the price is worth it.
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Accidental Pediatric Medication Overdose: How to Prevent It and What to Do If It Happens
Accidental pediatric medication overdoses are common but preventable. Learn how to store medicines safely, avoid dosing errors, and respond quickly if your child gets into medication - with proven strategies from the CDC's PROTECT Initiative.
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How to Prevent Diabetic Kidney Disease, Neuropathy, and Eye Damage
Learn how to prevent diabetic kidney disease, neuropathy, and eye damage through proven strategies: control your ABCs, use new medications, check your feet daily, and get annual eye exams. Prevention works-even after years with diabetes.
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Citalopram and Escitalopram: QT Prolongation Risks and Safe Dose Limits
Citalopram and escitalopram are effective antidepressants but carry QT prolongation risks at higher doses. Learn the safe dose limits, who’s most at risk, and how to use these medications safely with proper monitoring.
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