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How to Communicate with Your Pharmacy During Generic Drug Transitions

Barbara Lalicki January 17, 2026 Pharmacy 10 Comments
How to Communicate with Your Pharmacy During Generic Drug Transitions

Learn how to communicate with your pharmacy during generic drug transitions to avoid side effects, ensure effectiveness, and save money. Know what to ask, when to act, and how to stay in control of your treatment.

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Risks Associated with Any Medication or Dietary Supplement: What You Need to Know Before Taking Anything

Barbara Lalicki January 16, 2026 Medications 13 Comments
Risks Associated with Any Medication or Dietary Supplement: What You Need to Know Before Taking Anything

Medications and dietary supplements both carry hidden dangers. Many people don’t realize supplements can cause serious drug interactions, organ damage, or even death. Learn the real risks and how to protect yourself.

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Over-the-Counter Medications: NSAIDs, Acetaminophen, and Antihistamines Explained for Safe Use

Barbara Lalicki January 15, 2026 Medications 15 Comments
Over-the-Counter Medications: NSAIDs, Acetaminophen, and Antihistamines Explained for Safe Use

Learn how to safely use common OTC medications like NSAIDs, acetaminophen, and antihistamines. Understand risks, dosing limits, and what to avoid to prevent serious side effects.

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OTC Cold Medicine Safety in Children: Age Limits and Risks You Can't Ignore

Barbara Lalicki January 14, 2026 Medications 14 Comments
OTC Cold Medicine Safety in Children: Age Limits and Risks You Can't Ignore

OTC cold medicines for children under 4 are unsafe and ineffective. Learn the real risks, why they don't work, and what actually helps with cough and congestion in kids.

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Upper GI Bleeding: Understanding Ulcers, Varices, and Immediate Stabilization

Barbara Lalicki January 12, 2026 Health and Wellness 8 Comments
Upper GI Bleeding: Understanding Ulcers, Varices, and Immediate Stabilization

Upper GI bleeding is a life-threatening emergency often caused by ulcers or varices. Learn the symptoms, diagnosis, and urgent treatments-including PPIs, endoscopy, and AI advances-that save lives.

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How to Prepare for Allergy Testing for Antibiotic Reactions

Barbara Lalicki January 11, 2026 Medications 12 Comments
How to Prepare for Allergy Testing for Antibiotic Reactions

Learn how to safely prepare for antibiotic allergy testing, especially for penicillin, to confirm if you're truly allergic. Discover what to stop taking, what to expect during the test, and why getting tested can save you money and improve your care.

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Drug Safety Signals and Clinical Trials: How Hidden Risks Emerge After Approval

Barbara Lalicki January 10, 2026 Medications 13 Comments
Drug Safety Signals and Clinical Trials: How Hidden Risks Emerge After Approval

Drug safety signals reveal hidden risks that clinical trials miss. Learn how real-world data uncovers dangerous side effects after approval-and why patient reports matter more than you think.

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Antihistamines and Occupational Safety: Working While Drowsy

Barbara Lalicki January 9, 2026 Medications 15 Comments
Antihistamines and Occupational Safety: Working While Drowsy

Many common antihistamines cause hidden drowsiness that impairs judgment and reaction time-even when you don’t feel sleepy. Learn which ones are safe for work and how to protect yourself on the job.

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Auditory Processing Disorder: Understanding Listening Challenges and Effective Support Strategies

Barbara Lalicki January 8, 2026 Health and Wellness 13 Comments
Auditory Processing Disorder: Understanding Listening Challenges and Effective Support Strategies

Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) affects how the brain interprets sound, even when hearing is normal. Learn the signs, how it's diagnosed, and proven strategies for support in school, work, and daily life.

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Anticholinergic Medications and Dementia: What You Need to Know About Cognitive Risk

Barbara Lalicki January 7, 2026 Medications 16 Comments
Anticholinergic Medications and Dementia: What You Need to Know About Cognitive Risk

Long-term use of anticholinergic medications like Benadryl and oxybutynin may increase dementia risk. Learn which drugs are most dangerous, how to spot them, and safer alternatives.

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Medical Tourism and Medication Safety: What You Must Know Before You Travel

Barbara Lalicki January 6, 2026 Medications 8 Comments
Medical Tourism and Medication Safety: What You Must Know Before You Travel

Medical tourism offers affordable care abroad, but medication safety risks are often ignored. Learn how drug regulations differ, what to ask before you travel, and how to stay safe when you return home.

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How to Keep a Medication List for Safer Care and Fewer Errors

Barbara Lalicki January 4, 2026 Medications 10 Comments
How to Keep a Medication List for Safer Care and Fewer Errors

Keep an accurate, up-to-date medication list to prevent dangerous errors, interactions, and hospitalizations. Learn what to include, how to update it, and which tools work best for safe care.

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