Author: Darren Burgess
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Ophthalmic Imaging Explained: OCT, Fundus Photos, and Angiography for Eye Health
OCT, fundus photography, and fluorescein angiography are essential tools for diagnosing retinal diseases. Each reveals different details - structure, leakage, or blood flow - helping doctors catch eye problems before vision is lost.
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Sleep and Weight: How Circadian Rhythm Affects Your Metabolism
Discover how sleep patterns influence metabolism and weight. Learn about circadian rhythm's role in hunger, energy balance, and practical strategies to align sleep with weight management goals.
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Liver Function Tests Explained: ALT, AST, Bilirubin, and What They Really Mean
Liver function tests like ALT, AST, and bilirubin don't measure liver health directly - they reveal damage. Learn how patterns in these numbers point to fatty liver, alcohol disease, or bile blockage - and what to do next.
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Cranberry Products and Warfarin: What You Need to Know About Bleeding Risk
Cranberry products can dangerously increase the blood-thinning effect of warfarin, raising INR levels and risk of serious bleeding. Learn why even small amounts pose a threat and what to do instead.
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Stability Testing Requirements: Temperature and Time Conditions for Pharmaceutical Products
Stability testing ensures pharmaceutical products remain safe and effective over time under specific temperature and humidity conditions. ICH Q1A(R2) sets global standards for long-term, accelerated, and intermediate testing with precise time and environmental requirements.
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Medications and Work Safety: How Prescription Drugs and Hazardous Drugs Impact Job Performance and Workplace Risk
Prescription medications like opioids and benzodiazepines impair worker safety, while hazardous drugs like chemotherapy agents expose healthcare workers to cancer and reproductive risks. Learn how exposure happens, what works to prevent it, and why current protections fall short.
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How to Measure Children’s Medication Doses Correctly at Home
Learn how to safely measure children's medication doses at home using milliliters and oral syringes. Avoid common errors that can lead to under- or overdosing, and discover the tools and techniques trusted by pediatricians.
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Serious vs Non-Serious Adverse Events: When to Report in Clinical Trials
Learn the critical difference between serious and non-serious adverse events in clinical trials. Understand when to report, why timing matters, and how to avoid common mistakes that waste resources and risk patient safety.
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Using One Pharmacy for Better Medication Safety: How Coordination Prevents Dangerous Interactions
Using one pharmacy for all your prescriptions reduces the risk of dangerous drug interactions, prevents duplicate medications, and improves adherence through medication synchronization. It’s a simple step that saves lives.
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