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Red Flags: When to Call Your Doctor About a Medication Problem

Learn the red flags that mean you need to call your doctor right away about a medication problem. Know when side effects are harmless-and when they’re life-threatening.

Online Pharmacy Counterfeits: How Fake Medicines Put Your Life at Risk

Buying medicines online might seem convenient, but fake drugs are killing people. Learn how counterfeit pills contain fentanyl, why most online pharmacies are illegal, and how to spot and avoid dangerous fake medicines.

Decongestants and Heart Disease: What You Need to Know About Blood Pressure and Heart Risks

Decongestants like pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine can raise blood pressure and trigger heart complications in people with heart disease. Learn the risks, safe alternatives, and what to do if you're already taking them.

Neoadjuvant vs. Adjuvant Therapy: When to Treat Before or After Surgery for Cancer

Neoadjuvant therapy treats cancer before surgery to shrink tumors and test drug effectiveness, while adjuvant therapy follows surgery to kill leftover cells. New data shows neoadjuvant-only may be just as effective as adding post-surgery treatment-with fewer side effects.

Medication Mistakes in Pediatric Emergencies: Real Cases and How to Prevent Them

Pediatric medication errors are far more common than most realize, with 31% of kids in emergency rooms facing dosing mistakes. Learn the real causes, shocking stats, and proven ways to prevent harm.

Healthcare Provider Reporting: What Doctors and Nurses Must Report and When

Doctors and nurses must report abuse, public health threats, and professional misconduct by law. Learn what you're required to report, when, and how to stay protected under state laws across the U.S.

Keratoconus: How Rigid Lenses Restore Vision When the Cornea Thins

Keratoconus causes progressive corneal thinning and blurry vision, but rigid gas permeable and scleral lenses can restore clear sight by creating a smooth optical surface. Learn how they work, how to adapt, and how they compare to other treatments.

Drug Allergies: Penicillin, NSAIDs, and Desensitization Protocols Explained

Most people labeled penicillin-allergic aren't truly allergic. Learn how drug desensitization lets you safely take needed medications-even if you've had a reaction before. Penicillin, NSAIDs, and protocols explained.

How to Report a Suspected Adverse Drug Reaction to the FDA

Learn how to report a suspected adverse drug reaction to the FDA using MedWatch. Step-by-step guide for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers on what to report, how to file, and why it matters for drug safety.

Medication-Induced Hair Loss: Causes and What You Can Do

Medication-induced hair loss is common and often reversible. Learn which drugs cause shedding, how long it takes to recover, and what treatments actually work-from minoxidil to scalp cooling.