Category: Health and Medicine - Page 3

Understanding Medication Use During Pregnancy: Safety Alerts and What You Need to Know

Learn how medication safety alerts during pregnancy work, which drugs are risky, what changed after the FDA dropped letter ratings, and how to make informed choices without panic or guesswork.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Nov, 15 2025 Read More

Guillain-Barré Syndrome: Understanding Acute Weakness and IVIG Treatment

Guillain-Barré Syndrome causes sudden muscle weakness and can lead to paralysis. IVIG treatment, given within two weeks of symptoms, can cut recovery time in half and prevent life-threatening complications.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Nov, 14 2025 Read More

Drug-Induced Pulmonary Fibrosis: Medications That Scar the Lungs

Certain medications can silently scar your lungs, leading to drug-induced pulmonary fibrosis. Learn which drugs carry the highest risk, how to spot early symptoms, and what to do if you're taking them.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Nov, 12 2025 Read More

High Blood Pressure Caused by Certain Medications: How to Monitor and Manage It

Certain medications like NSAIDs, corticosteroids, and decongestants can raise blood pressure - often without warning. Learn how to spot it, monitor it, and manage it safely before it causes serious harm.

Callum Laird | Nov, 6 2025 Read More

Shared Decision-Making Scripts for Managing Side Effect Trade‑Offs

Learn how to use shared decision‑making scripts to balance treatment benefits and side‑effect risks, with practical guides, frameworks, and implementation tips.

Callum Laird | Oct, 25 2025 Read More

Why Drugs Get Pulled: Inside FDA Withdrawals and Recalls

Explore why drugs are pulled from the market, the FDA's withdrawal process, new 2023 rules, and real-world impacts on patients and providers.

Callum Laird | Oct, 24 2025 Read More

How Anticoagulant Medications Prevent Blood Clots - Role, Types, and Risks

Explore how anticoagulant medications stop blood clots, the main types, when they're used, and how to manage bleeding risk safely.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Oct, 23 2025 Read More

Pregnancy Prophylaxis Guide: Essential Prevention Tips for Expecting Mothers

Learn essential prophylaxis strategies-vaccines, antibiotics, antimalarial and thromboprophylaxis-to protect you and your baby throughout pregnancy.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Oct, 19 2025 Read More

Smoking’s Economic Cost: Society and Healthcare Burden Explained

Explore how smoking drains billions from healthcare and economies, covering medical costs, lost productivity, taxes, and effective strategies to reduce the burden.

Callum Laird | Oct, 17 2025 Read More

Protonix vs Other PPIs: Which Acid‑Reflux Drug Is Best?

A detailed comparison of Protonix (pantoprazole) with other PPIs and H2 blockers, covering effectiveness, cost, safety, and tips for choosing the right acid‑reflux medication.

Olivia AHOUANGAN | Oct, 15 2025 Read More