Category: Health & Medicine - Page 4

Pharmacist Substitution Authority: What Pharmacists Can and Cannot Do in Every State

  • Nov, 26 2025
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Pharmacist substitution authority lets pharmacists swap, adjust, or even prescribe medications in many U.S. states. Learn how these rules vary by state, why they matter for patient access, and what’s holding back wider adoption.

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Sleep Hygiene When Medications Disrupt Rest: Practical Steps to Reclaim Your Nights

  • Nov, 22 2025
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Learn how to fix sleep disrupted by medications using evidence-based sleep hygiene-without adding more drugs. Practical steps for better rest, even when pills are working against you.

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Vasculitis: Understanding Autoimmune Inflammation of Blood Vessels

  • Nov, 14 2025
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Vasculitis is a rare autoimmune condition that causes inflammation of blood vessels, leading to organ damage if untreated. Learn about types, symptoms, diagnosis, and modern treatments-including steroid-sparing drugs like avacopan.

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Reversibility of Blood Thinners: Reversal Agents and Emergencies

  • Nov, 13 2025
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Blood thinners save lives-but in emergencies, they can kill. Learn how reversal agents like idarucizumab and andexanet alfa stop bleeding fast, their real-world risks, costs, and what’s coming next.

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Rogaine 2% Minoxidil vs. Alternatives: What Actually Works for Hair Loss

  • Nov, 5 2025
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Rogaine 2% minoxidil helps with hair thinning, but it's not the only option. Learn how finasteride, LLLT, PRP, and natural oils compare in effectiveness, cost, and side effects for real results.

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Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis (AGEP): What You Need to Know About This Rapid-Onset Drug Rash

  • Nov, 4 2025
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AGEP is a rare but severe drug-induced skin reaction with sudden pustules and fever. Learn what causes it, how it's diagnosed, why treatment varies, and what to do if you suspect you have it.

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Paroxetine and Weight Gain: How to Manage Metabolic Side Effects

  • Oct, 28 2025
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Paroxetine can cause significant weight gain over time, especially after 6 months of use. Learn why this happens, how much weight people typically gain, and what you can do to manage or reverse it - including safer medication options and proven lifestyle strategies.

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Baricitinib's Role in Treating Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - What You Need to Know

  • Oct, 26 2025
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Explore how Baricitinib, a JAK inhibitor, works for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, review clinical data, safety, dosing, and how it compares to existing lupus therapies.

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Eye Swelling & Sinus Infections: How They're Linked

  • Oct, 22 2025
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Learn why eye swelling often follows a sinus infection, how to spot danger signs, and the best home and medical treatments to keep both your eyes and sinuses healthy.

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Why Spotting Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) Symptoms Saves Lives

  • Oct, 21 2025
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Learn why spotting transient ischemic attack symptoms early can prevent a full stroke. Get clear warning signs, risk factors, diagnosis steps, treatment options, and a practical checklist.

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Long-Haul Flights and Blood Clots: Risks, Causes, and Prevention Guide

  • Oct, 21 2025
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Explore how long‑haul flights trigger blood clots, who’s at risk, and practical steps to prevent deep vein thrombosis during travel.

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Smoking and Eye Health: How Tobacco Threatens Your Vision

  • Oct, 12 2025
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Discover how smoking damages your eyes, the eye diseases it raises the risk for, and practical steps to protect your vision.

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