Category: Health - Page 7
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26 Nov
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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. -
19 Nov
Intentional Overdose: Mental Health Support and Crisis Resources You Can Trust
Intentional overdose is a critical mental health crisis. Learn how 988, Crisis Text Line, and community resources are saving lives-and what’s at risk if funding cuts go through. -
17 Nov
Quality concerns: when clinicians question generic manufacturing
Clinicians are raising alarms about generic drug quality as manufacturing shifts overseas. Studies show higher adverse events with Indian-made generics, while FDA inspections remain inconsistent. What patients and doctors need to know. -
17 Nov
How to Reduce Pill Burden with Combination Medications for Seniors
Combination medications help seniors take fewer pills each day, improving adherence and lowering risks from missed doses. Learn how fixed-dose combos work, their benefits, when to ask your doctor, and what’s coming next. -
16 Nov
Agranulocytosis Caused by Medications: Infection Risks and Monitoring
Agranulocytosis is a dangerous drop in white blood cells caused by certain medications. Learn which drugs pose the highest risk, how to spot early signs of infection, and why strict blood monitoring can save your life. -
14 Nov
Sinusitis in Allergy Sufferers: Effective Treatment and When to See a Specialist
Sinusitis in allergy sufferers requires more than antibiotics - it needs targeted inflammation control, allergy management, and timely specialist care. Learn what actually works and when to seek help.