Author: Andy Murray

9 Dec
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis: When Cough and Breathlessness Come from Airborne Triggers, Not Medications

Health and Wellness

Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis: When Cough and Breathlessness Come from Airborne Triggers, Not Medications

Hypersensitivity pneumonitis causes cough and breathlessness from inhaled environmental triggers like mold or bird proteins-not medications. Learn how to spot it, stop it, and prevent permanent lung damage.

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8 Dec
Vitamin C and Iron: How to Boost Absorption and Avoid Drug Interactions

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Vitamin C and Iron: How to Boost Absorption and Avoid Drug Interactions

Learn how vitamin C boosts iron absorption from plant foods, the best foods to pair with iron, and which medications to avoid. Simple timing tips can make your iron supplements work twice as well.

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7 Dec
Blood Pressure Medications: Types, Side Effects, and What You Need to Know for Safety

Medications

Blood Pressure Medications: Types, Side Effects, and What You Need to Know for Safety

Learn the main types of blood pressure medications, their common side effects, safety risks, and how to stay on track. Essential info for anyone managing hypertension.

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6 Dec
Import Inspections: How the FDA Monitors Drugs Entering the U.S.

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Import Inspections: How the FDA Monitors Drugs Entering the U.S.

The FDA inspects every drug shipment entering the U.S. to prevent unsafe, counterfeit, or mislabeled medications from reaching consumers. Learn how the inspection process works, what causes delays, and why recent policy changes are reshaping global drug supply chains.

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5 Dec
Rationing Medications: How Ethical Decisions Are Made During Drug Shortages

Medications

Rationing Medications: How Ethical Decisions Are Made During Drug Shortages

When life-saving drugs run out, hospitals must make tough ethical choices. This article explains how rationing works, who decides, and what patients and providers can do to ensure fairness during drug shortages.

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4 Dec
How to Document Provider Advice About Medications for Later Reference

Medications

How to Document Provider Advice About Medications for Later Reference

Learn how to accurately document provider advice about medications to avoid errors, improve safety, and ensure continuity of care. Includes what to write, how to organize it, and why it matters.

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4 Dec
How to Use QR Codes and Digital Prescription Label Tools for Safer Medication Use

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How to Use QR Codes and Digital Prescription Label Tools for Safer Medication Use

Learn how QR codes on prescription labels improve medication safety, reduce errors, and help patients understand their drugs. Discover how dynamic QR systems work, what info they show, and how pharmacies are using them in 2025.

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4 Dec
Cosmetic Procedures and Anticoagulants: What You Need to Know About Bruising and Bleeding Risks

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Cosmetic Procedures and Anticoagulants: What You Need to Know About Bruising and Bleeding Risks

Learn the real risks of cosmetic procedures when you're on blood thinners. Stopping anticoagulants can be more dangerous than continuing them. Find out what's safe, what to avoid, and how to protect yourself from strokes and clots.

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4 Dec
Creatine and Kidney Disease Medications: How to Monitor Renal Function Safely

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Creatine and Kidney Disease Medications: How to Monitor Renal Function Safely

Creatine can falsely raise creatinine levels, leading to misdiagnoses of kidney disease. Learn how to monitor renal function safely if you're taking creatine and kidney medications, and why cystatin C testing is essential.

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2 Dec
How to Discuss Expired Medication Use During Disasters or Shortages

Medications

How to Discuss Expired Medication Use During Disasters or Shortages

Learn when it's safe to use expired medication during disasters or shortages. Understand which drugs still work, which are dangerous, and how to make smart, life-saving decisions when fresh meds aren't available.

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