Category: Health and Wellness - Page 3
Calcium, Iron, and Mineral Interactions with Medications: What You Need to Know
Finnegan O'Sullivan Jan 5 14Calcium and iron supplements can block antibiotics, thyroid meds, and heartburn drugs. Learn how to time your doses correctly to avoid dangerous interactions and keep your medications working.
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Pain and Sleep: How to Break the Insomnia-Pain Cycle for Good
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 30 14Chronic pain and insomnia feed each other in a vicious cycle. Learn how sleep loss worsens pain, why pills don't fix it, and how CBT-I is the only proven way to break free-and start sleeping again.
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Generational Differences: How Age Shapes Attitudes Toward Generic Medications
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 28 13Generational attitudes toward generic medications vary widely-from Baby Boomers who trust brand names to Gen Z who prioritize cost. Learn why age, experience, and health literacy shape perceptions of generic drugs-and how to bridge the trust gap.
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Bipolar Depression vs. Unipolar Depression: Key Differences in Diagnosis and Treatment
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 26 10Bipolar depression and unipolar depression look alike but require completely different treatments. Misdiagnosis leads to dangerous outcomes. Learn how to tell them apart and why the right treatment saves lives.
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Heat Exposure Precautions with Diuretics and Anticholinergics
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 20 12Diuretics and anticholinergics can block your body's natural cooling system, raising the risk of heat illness. Learn how to stay safe during hot weather without stopping your meds.
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Alcohol and Medication Interactions Explained for Patients: What You Need to Know
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 18 8Alcohol can dangerously interact with common medications, increasing side effects or causing life-threatening reactions. Learn which meds are risky, how to stay safe, and what to do if you've already mixed them.
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Physical Therapy for Joint Disorders: Range of Motion and Strengthening Protocols
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 17 8Physical therapy for joint disorders uses targeted range of motion and strengthening exercises to reduce pain, improve mobility, and delay surgery. Evidence shows it works as well as surgery for mild-to-moderate arthritis and saves thousands in healthcare costs.
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Wearable ECGs for QT Safety: Real-Time Risk Detection
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 15 14Wearable ECG devices like the Apple Watch and KardiaMobile 6L now enable real-time detection of QT interval prolongation, helping prevent sudden cardiac death in patients on high-risk medications. Learn how they work, who benefits, and what’s next.
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Cochlear Implants: Surgical Hearing Restoration for Profound Deafness
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 15 14Cochlear implants restore hearing for people with profound deafness by directly stimulating the auditory nerve. Learn how they work, who qualifies, what surgery involves, and what results to expect.
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How to Report Adverse Drug Events to FDA MedWatch: A Step-by-Step Guide for Patients and Providers
Finnegan O'Sullivan Dec 11 14Learn how to report adverse drug reactions to the FDA's MedWatch system. Step-by-step guide for patients and providers on submitting reports online, by phone, or by mail to help improve drug safety.
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