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Bronchiectasis: Managing Chronic Cough, Sputum Clearance, and Antibiotics
Feb, 1 2026Bronchiectasis is a chronic lung condition causing persistent cough and mucus buildup. Learn how daily airway clearance, targeted antibiotics, and hydration can slow progression and improve quality of life.
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History of Generic Drugs in the United States: How Cheap Medicines Became the Norm
Jan, 31 2026Generic drugs now make up over 90% of U.S. prescriptions but cost only 23% of total drug spending. Their history spans 200 years-from unregulated pills to the Hatch-Waxman Act-and they’ve saved trillions. But shortages and price spikes still threaten access.
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Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis: Understanding the Autoimmune Link Between Skin and Joints
Jan, 30 2026Psoriatic arthritis links skin and joint inflammation in autoimmune disease. Learn how it develops, how it's diagnosed, and what treatments actually work-backed by 2025-2026 guidelines.
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Bridging Studies for NTI Generics: Ensuring Safety and Efficacy in Critical Medications
Jan, 29 2026Bridging studies for NTI generics ensure that life-critical medications like warfarin and levothyroxine are as safe and effective as their brand-name versions. These specialized tests demand tighter bioequivalence standards and complex study designs to protect patients.
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NSAID Safety: Ibuprofen and Naproxen Over-the-Counter Guidance
Jan, 28 2026Ibuprofen and naproxen are common OTC painkillers, but they carry serious risks like heart attack, stomach bleeding, and kidney damage. Learn safe dosing, who should avoid them, and safer alternatives.
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Antibiotic Rashes: When to Stop the Drug and Call the Doctor
Jan, 27 2026Most antibiotic rashes aren't allergies. Learn how to tell the difference between harmless rashes and dangerous reactions, when to keep giving the medicine, and why stopping it could hurt more than help.
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How to Evaluate Online Pregnancy Medication Advice for Accuracy
Jan, 26 2026Learn how to spot accurate online advice about medications during pregnancy using trusted sources like MotherToBaby and LactMed. Avoid dangerous misinformation with a simple 3-step verification method.
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How to Appeal a Prior Authorization Denial for Your Medication
Jan, 26 2026Learn how to successfully appeal a denied medication prior authorization. Discover the exact steps, documents, and strategies that reverse 82% of denials-without paying a lawyer.
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Desensitization Protocols for Medication Side Effects: When They’re Used
Jan, 24 2026Drug desensitization allows patients with severe medication allergies to safely receive essential treatments like antibiotics and chemotherapy. Learn when it's used, how it works, and why it's becoming a critical tool in modern medicine.
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Congressional Bills Aim to Tackle Drug and Healthcare Provider Shortages in 2026
Jan, 21 2026Two congressional bills aim to fix drug and healthcare provider shortages, but both are stuck due to the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Without funding or clear rules, they may expire before ever becoming law.
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How to Read Prescription Labels to Avoid Dangerous Drug Interactions
Jan, 20 2026Learn how to read prescription labels to spot dangerous drug interactions. Know where to look, what to avoid, and how to protect yourself from preventable health risks.
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Cervical Myelopathy: Spinal Stenosis Symptoms and When Surgery Is Needed
Jan, 19 2026Cervical myelopathy is a serious spinal cord condition caused by neck stenosis. Learn the key symptoms, why early surgery matters, and what to expect from treatment options to prevent permanent nerve damage.
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