Author: Callum Laird

Child-Resistant Containers and Medication Safety Caps Explained

Child-resistant packaging reduces accidental poisonings in kids by making medicine bottles harder to open. But it's not foolproof-proper use and storage matter just as much as the cap design.

Callum Laird | Dec, 6 2025 Read More

Exercise and Statins: What You Need to Know About Muscle Pain and Recovery

Learn how to safely exercise while taking statins without worsening muscle pain. Discover which activities are safe, which statins cause fewer side effects, and what to do if you feel sore.

Callum Laird | Dec, 5 2025 Read More

How Medications Enter Breast Milk and What It Means for Your Baby

Most medications are safe while breastfeeding. Learn how drugs enter breast milk, how much your baby actually gets, and which ones to avoid-backed by the latest research from the InfantRisk Center and CDC.

Callum Laird | Dec, 4 2025 Read More

How Pharmacists Prevent Prescription Medication Errors Every Day

Pharmacists catch hundreds of thousands of prescription errors each year, preventing harm and saving lives. Learn how they do it, where the system fails, and why their role is more critical than ever.

Callum Laird | Dec, 3 2025 Read More

Eating Out With Diabetes: Smart Carb Choices and Portion Control

Learn how to enjoy eating out with diabetes by choosing smart carb options and controlling portions. No need to skip meals-just eat smarter with proven strategies for restaurants, fast food, and buffets.

Callum Laird | Dec, 2 2025 Read More

Microscopic Colitis: Understanding Chronic Diarrhea and Why Budesonide Is the Go-To Treatment

Microscopic colitis causes chronic watery diarrhea with no visible signs on colonoscopy. Budesonide is the most effective first-line treatment, with 80% remission rates and fewer side effects than older steroids.

Callum Laird | Dec, 1 2025 Read More

Sertraline Gastrointestinal Side Effects: How to Manage Nausea and Diarrhea

Sertraline often causes nausea and diarrhea when first started, but these side effects usually fade within weeks. Learn proven ways to manage them with food, ginger, and lifestyle changes-and when to consider switching medications.

Callum Laird | Dec, 1 2025 Read More

Insurance Coverage of Authorized Generics: How Formulary Placement Affects Costs and Access

Authorized generics offer brand-name drug effectiveness at generic prices. Learn how insurance formularies cover them, why they matter for patients, and how to get the best coverage.

Callum Laird | Nov, 26 2025 Read More

Cochlear Implant Candidacy: Who Qualifies and What to Expect

Learn who qualifies for a cochlear implant under 2023 guidelines, what the evaluation involves, and what real outcomes look like - including success rates, common misconceptions, and why so few people get this life-changing device.

Callum Laird | Nov, 19 2025 Read More

Non-Opioid Pain Management: Proven Alternatives That Work

Discover proven, science-backed non-opioid pain management options-from physical therapy and acupuncture to new medications like Journavx-that offer real relief without addiction risks.

Callum Laird | Nov, 19 2025 Read More