Archive: 2025/11

Learn proven psychological strategies to reduce anxiety about medication side effects, improve adherence, and avoid unnecessary treatment stops. Discover how fear can mimic symptoms - and how to break the cycle.

Learn how to safely use common OTC medications like acetaminophen, ibuprofen, and antihistamines. Understand their uses, risks, side effects, and when to avoid them - with expert-backed safety tips.

Reducing sodium intake can boost the effectiveness of blood pressure medications, lowering systolic pressure by up to 6 mm Hg - equivalent to starting a new drug. Learn how hidden salt in processed foods undermines treatment and what to eat instead.

HBV reactivation can cause liver failure in patients on chemotherapy or biologics. Screening with HBsAg and anti-HBc tests, plus antiviral prophylaxis, prevents deadly outcomes - but many still miss it.

Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis both treat kidney failure, but they work very differently. One uses a machine; the other uses your belly. Learn which one fits your lifestyle, health, and long-term goals.

Hearing Conservation Programs are legally required when workers are exposed to 85 dBA or more. Learn the five core components-noise monitoring, audiometric testing, protection, training, and recordkeeping-and how to avoid costly violations.

Soolantra (ivermectin) is the only topical treatment that targets Demodex mites, the root cause of rosacea. Compare it to metronidazole, azelaic acid, brimonidine, and oral antibiotics to find the best long-term solution for your skin.

Pregnancy test cards are more than medical tools-they're cultural symbols that reflect how different societies view fertility, privacy, and family. From ritual burnings in Africa to viral TikTok reveals in the U.S., the meaning behind the result varies globally.

First-episode psychosis is treatable - but only if caught early. Learn how coordinated care and family support can restore lives, reduce relapse, and help young people return to school, work, and normal life.

Learn how authorized generics are identical to brand-name drugs but sold without the brand label, how they differ from traditional generics, and why they may be a safer, more cost-effective option for patients.