Category: Health - Page 2
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3 Dec
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2 Dec
International Drug Safety Monitoring Systems Explained
International drug safety monitoring systems track adverse reactions to medicines across 170+ countries. Learn how VigiBase, WHO, and regional networks like EudraVigilance work to protect public health-and why gaps in low-income countries remain a critical challenge. -
1 Dec
Levothyroxine Generics: When to Monitor TSH After Switching Products
Switching levothyroxine generics doesn't always require TSH monitoring-but some people do. Learn who needs a blood test after switching, why symptoms happen, and how to protect your thyroid health. -
29 Nov
Are Generic Drugs Copies? The Truth Behind the Myth
Generic drugs are not copies - they're FDA-approved equivalents with the same active ingredients, strength, and effectiveness as brand-name drugs. Learn why they're safer, cheaper, and just as reliable. -
28 Nov
OTC Diarrhea Treatments: When to Use and When to See a Doctor
Learn when to use OTC diarrhea treatments like loperamide and Pepto-Bismol-and when to call a doctor. Safe dosing, red flags, and real risks explained. -
26 Nov
Drug Holidays: When Taking a Break from Medication Can Help - and When It’s Dangerous
Drug holidays can help manage side effects like sexual dysfunction or appetite loss - but only when planned with a doctor. Learn which medications allow safe breaks, when they’re dangerous, and how to do it right. -
25 Nov
Who Actually Makes Authorized Generics? The Real Story Behind the Labels
Authorized generics are made by the same companies that produce brand-name drugs, using the same factories and processes. Learn who really makes them and why it matters for your health and wallet. -
24 Nov
How to Talk to Your Doctor About Generic vs. Brand-Name Medications
Learn how to talk to your doctor about generic vs. brand-name medications, why generics are just as effective, and how asking the right questions can save you money without compromising your health. -
23 Nov
Strep Throat: How to Diagnose, Treat with Antibiotics, and Know When You're Recovering
Strep throat is a bacterial infection that requires testing and antibiotics to prevent serious complications. Learn the signs, how it's diagnosed, which antibiotics work best, and what to expect during recovery. -
22 Nov
Cardiovascular Generics: What Safety Studies and Real-World Data Really Show
Cardiovascular generics save billions but aren't always identical to brand-name drugs. Real-world data shows mixed safety outcomes-especially for statins and ARBs. Learn what the studies say and how to protect yourself. -
21 Nov
High Cholesterol: What You Need to Know About Hypercholesterolemia
High cholesterol, or hypercholesterolemia, is a silent risk for heart disease. Learn the difference between genetic and lifestyle causes, what the numbers mean, how statins work, and what you can do now to protect your heart. -
20 Nov
Chronic Kidney Disease: How Early Detection Stops Progression
Chronic kidney disease often shows no symptoms until it's advanced. Early detection through eGFR and uACR tests can stop or slow progression. Learn who needs screening, what the tests mean, and how to protect your kidneys.
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