Kava may seem like a natural solution for anxiety or sleep, but combining it with sedative medications can cause dangerous liver damage and extreme drowsiness. Learn the risks, who's most vulnerable, and safer alternatives.
Dec 30 2025
Know exactly what to bring and discuss at your doctor appointment to get better care, avoid errors, and save time. Essential checklist for medication lists, symptoms, family history, and key questions to ask.
Dec 29 2025
Compulsory licensing lets governments override patents to make life-saving drugs affordable. Used in emergencies like HIV and COVID-19, it's a legal tool that balances innovation with public health - and it's becoming more common.
Dec 27 2025
Learn the critical first steps for treating antihistamine overdose, including when to call poison control, what to avoid, and how hospitals manage life-threatening symptoms like cardiac toxicity and seizures.
Dec 24 2025
Discover the science-backed Mediterranean, DASH, and plant-forward diets proven to lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, and protect your heart. Learn how they work, how to start, and which one fits your life.
Dec 22 2025
When drug shortages hit, patients need clear, honest communication-not just a new pill. Providers must explain why the medicine is gone, what to take instead, and how it affects them. This guide covers what’s required, what works, and how to avoid losing patient trust.
Dec 20 2025
Calcium and vitamin D alone won't prevent fractures for most people. Learn who truly benefits from supplements, which bone-building medications work best, and how to reduce fracture risk with science-backed strategies.
Dec 19 2025
Functional impairment from autoimmune diseases can make daily tasks impossible. Rehab and occupational therapy offer proven strategies to restore independence through tailored exercise, energy conservation, and adaptive tools-without pushing through pain.
Dec 16 2025
Despite identical active ingredients and FDA approval, many patients stick with expensive brand-name medications. This article explores the psychological, generational, and medical reasons behind brand loyalty in drugs - and what you can do about it.
Dec 15 2025
Learn how to safely check supplement-drug interactions using clinical databases. Step-by-step guide for healthcare providers to prevent dangerous interactions and improve patient safety.
Dec 14 2025
Digital therapeutics are changing how we manage chronic conditions alongside medications. Learn how these FDA-cleared apps improve adherence, their risks, who benefits most, and what to ask your doctor in 2025.
Dec 11 2025
Immunocompromised patients face higher risks from medications that suppress the immune system. Learn how common drugs like steroids, methotrexate, and biologics increase infection danger-and what you can do to stay safe.
Dec 7 2025
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