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How to Talk to Your Doctor about New Drug Safety Alerts

How to Talk to Your Doctor about New Drug Safety Alerts

Learn how to approach your doctor with FDA drug safety alerts in a way that leads to productive conversations, not dismissals. Get practical tips on what to say, what to bring, and how to ask the right questions.

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Post-Menopausal Women and Medication Changes: Safety Considerations

Post-Menopausal Women and Medication Changes: Safety Considerations

Post-menopausal women face unique medication risks due to hormonal shifts, polypharmacy, and age-related changes. Learn what drugs are safest, which to avoid, and how to reduce risks with deprescribing and non-hormonal options.

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How to Check Your Medicine Cabinet for Expired Drugs: A Simple Step-by-Step Checklist

How to Check Your Medicine Cabinet for Expired Drugs: A Simple Step-by-Step Checklist

Learn how to safely check your medicine cabinet for expired drugs with a simple, step-by-step checklist. Avoid health risks, prevent accidental poisonings, and dispose of old meds the right way.

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Compounded Medications: When Custom Formulas Are Needed for Safe, Personalized Care

Compounded Medications: When Custom Formulas Are Needed for Safe, Personalized Care

Compounded medications are custom-made formulas for patients who can't use standard drugs due to allergies, dosage needs, or swallowing issues. They help when off-the-shelf pills won't work-but they come with risks if not made properly.

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MedWatch vs VAERS: How to Report Drug and Vaccine Side Effects Correctly

MedWatch vs VAERS: How to Report Drug and Vaccine Side Effects Correctly

Learn how MedWatch and VAERS work to track drug and vaccine side effects. Know which system to use, how to report, and why your report matters - even if you're unsure.

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Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis: Understanding the Autoimmune Link Between Skin and Joints

Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis: Understanding the Autoimmune Link Between Skin and Joints

Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis are linked autoimmune conditions affecting skin and joints. Learn how they develop, how they're diagnosed, and what treatments can stop joint damage before it's too late.

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Generic Patent Case Law: Landmark Court Decisions That Shape Drug Prices
November 28, 2025 Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

Generic Patent Case Law: Landmark Court Decisions That Shape Drug Prices

Landmark court decisions in generic patent law determine when affordable drug alternatives reach the market. From Amgen v. Sanofi to Amarin v. Hikma, these rulings shape drug prices, patent validity, and patient access to generics.

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Otitis Externa: Swimmer’s Ear Causes and the Drops That Actually Work
November 27, 2025 Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

Otitis Externa: Swimmer’s Ear Causes and the Drops That Actually Work

Otitis externa, or swimmer’s ear, is a painful ear infection caused by moisture and bacteria. Learn the real causes, which ear drops actually work, how to use them correctly, and how to prevent it from coming back.

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How to Navigate Cruise Ship Medical Centers for Prescriptions
November 26, 2025 Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

How to Navigate Cruise Ship Medical Centers for Prescriptions

Learn how to manage your prescriptions on a cruise ship - from what medications are available to why you must bring your own in original bottles. Avoid costly mistakes and medical emergencies at sea.

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Euglycemic DKA on SGLT2 Inhibitors: How to Recognize and Treat This Hidden Emergency
November 25, 2025 Jean Surkouf Ariza Varela

Euglycemic DKA on SGLT2 Inhibitors: How to Recognize and Treat This Hidden Emergency

Euglycemic DKA on SGLT2 inhibitors is a hidden diabetes emergency that occurs with normal blood sugar levels. Learn the symptoms, how to test for ketones, and what to do in an emergency.

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