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12 January Matthew Brown 6 Comments
Hemochromatosis: How Iron Overload Damages Your Liver and How Phlebotomy Fixes It

Hemochromatosis: How Iron Overload Damages Your Liver and How Phlebotomy Fixes It

Hemochromatosis is a genetic disorder causing dangerous iron buildup in organs like the liver. Early diagnosis and regular phlebotomy can prevent liver damage, diabetes, and heart failure. Most cases go undiagnosed until it's too late.

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11 January Matthew Brown 8 Comments
Metabolic Acidosis in CKD: How Bicarbonate Therapy Slows Kidney Decline

Metabolic Acidosis in CKD: How Bicarbonate Therapy Slows Kidney Decline

Metabolic acidosis in chronic kidney disease lowers bicarbonate levels, accelerating kidney damage. Sodium bicarbonate, diet changes, and calcium-based therapies can slow decline-but each has risks. Learn what works, what doesn't, and how to talk to your doctor.

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10 January Matthew Brown 10 Comments
How to Safely Dispose of Unused Opioids to Prevent Misuse and Overdose

How to Safely Dispose of Unused Opioids to Prevent Misuse and Overdose

Learn the four safe, proven ways to dispose of unused opioids to prevent misuse, accidental overdose, and addiction. From take-back sites to deactivation pouches, this guide gives you clear, actionable steps backed by CDC and FDA guidelines.

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9 January Matthew Brown 11 Comments
Regulatory Oversight of Online Pharmacies: FDA and State Roles Explained

Regulatory Oversight of Online Pharmacies: FDA and State Roles Explained

Learn how the FDA and state pharmacy boards regulate online pharmacies in 2026, including DEA telemedicine rules, how to spot unsafe sites, and what makes a pharmacy truly legitimate.

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8 January Matthew Brown 11 Comments
Generic Drug Labeling Requirements: What the FDA Mandates in 2026

Generic Drug Labeling Requirements: What the FDA Mandates in 2026

The FDA requires generic drug labels to match the brand-name version exactly, with only minor exceptions. Learn what must be identical, how updates work, why delays happen, and what’s changing in 2026.

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7 January Matthew Brown 8 Comments
Pancreatitis: Understanding Acute vs. Chronic and the Role of Nutrition in Recovery

Pancreatitis: Understanding Acute vs. Chronic and the Role of Nutrition in Recovery

Learn the key differences between acute and chronic pancreatitis, how nutrition impacts recovery, and what steps you can take to manage symptoms, prevent complications, and improve long-term outcomes.

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6 January Matthew Brown 13 Comments
Dofetilide and Cimetidine: Why This Drug Pair Can Trigger Deadly Heart Rhythms

Dofetilide and Cimetidine: Why This Drug Pair Can Trigger Deadly Heart Rhythms

Dofetilide and cimetidine together can cause deadly heart rhythms. Learn why this interaction is contraindicated, how cimetidine raises dofetilide levels, and what safe alternatives to use instead.

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5 January Matthew Brown 11 Comments
How to Talk to Your Doctor About Reducing Unnecessary Medications

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Reducing Unnecessary Medications

Learn how to talk to your doctor about safely reducing unnecessary medications. Discover proven strategies to start deprescribing conversations, what to say, and how to prepare for better health outcomes.

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4 January Matthew Brown 15 Comments
Sun Protection: How to Prevent Photosensitivity Side Effects

Sun Protection: How to Prevent Photosensitivity Side Effects

Learn how to prevent painful photosensitivity reactions with proven sun protection strategies, including UPF clothing, mineral sunscreen, window film, and avoiding common triggers like medications and skincare products.

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3 January Matthew Brown 13 Comments
Lower GI Bleeding: What You Need to Know About Diverticula and Angiodysplasia

Lower GI Bleeding: What You Need to Know About Diverticula and Angiodysplasia

Lower GI bleeding is often caused by diverticula or angiodysplasia, especially in older adults. Learn how to recognize the signs, what tests are needed, and how treatment has evolved in 2026.

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