Author: Olivia AHOUANGAN

Managing Knee Osteoarthritis Pain: Braces, Injections, and Exercise Guide

Learn how to manage knee osteoarthritis pain using a combination of unloader braces, joint injections, and targeted exercise for a non-surgical recovery.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Apr, 7 2026 Read More

Understanding Antihypertensives: Risks, Benefits, and Differences Between Beta-Blockers, ACE Inhibitors, and ARBs

Explore the differences, risks, and benefits of beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, and ARBs for blood pressure management.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Mar, 31 2026 Read More

How to Prevent Drug-Drug Interactions in Elderly Patients

Elderly patients are at high risk for dangerous drug interactions due to polypharmacy, aging physiology, and fragmented care. Learn how tools like Beers Criteria, STOPP, and NO TEARS can prevent harm and improve safety.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Mar, 17 2026 Read More

Insulin Types and Regimens: Choosing the Right Diabetes Medication

Choosing the right insulin for diabetes means matching your lifestyle, budget, and health needs. Learn how rapid-acting, long-acting, and basal-bolus regimens work-and what experts recommend today.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Mar, 13 2026 Read More

Insomnia: Why Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Beats Sleep Medications Long-Term

CBT-I is the most effective long-term treatment for insomnia, outperforming sleep medications in durability and safety. Learn how structured behavioral therapy rewires sleep patterns - and why pills only offer temporary relief.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Mar, 9 2026 Read More

Generational Differences: How Age Shapes Attitudes Toward Generic Medications

Generational attitudes toward generic medications vary widely: older adults often distrust them due to brand loyalty, while younger generations accept them based on cost and transparency. Understanding these differences helps improve patient compliance and healthcare outcomes.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Feb, 27 2026 Read More

Alcoholic Liver Disease: Understanding the Stages from Fatty Liver to Cirrhosis

Alcohol-associated liver disease progresses in three clear stages: fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis, and cirrhosis. Early detection and stopping alcohol can reverse damage - but delaying care leads to irreversible harm. Learn the signs, risks, and real chances of recovery.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Feb, 24 2026 Read More

Post-Market Surveillance: How FDA Monitors Generics After Approval

The FDA monitors generic drugs after approval using real-time data, adverse event reports, and AI tools to catch safety issues that pre-market studies miss. With 90% of prescriptions being generics, this ongoing surveillance is critical for public health.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Feb, 20 2026 Read More

Government Response to Drug Shortages: Federal Actions in 2025-2026

The U.S. government has launched new federal actions to combat drug shortages, including an API stockpile and AI forecasting, but critics say these measures fail to address the root causes: weak incentives for manufacturers and lack of accountability.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Feb, 10 2026 Read More

Statins and Exercise-Induced Muscle Injury: Prevention Tips

Statins and exercise can coexist safely. Learn how to prevent muscle pain while staying active, which statins are safest, and what intensity levels work best for heart health.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Feb, 9 2026 Read More