Author: Harrison Thurston
Dialysis Access: Fistulas, Grafts, and Catheter Care Explained
Learn how AV fistulas, grafts, and catheters work for dialysis, their risks, daily care routines, and why fistulas are the best long-term option. Essential guide for patients and caregivers.
Hatch-Waxman Amendments: How Landmark Law Made Generic Drugs Possible
The Hatch-Waxman Amendments of 1984 created the modern generic drug system in the U.S., slashing approval times and costs while balancing innovation incentives. Today, 90% of prescriptions are filled with generics thanks to this landmark law.
Medication Dosing Adjustments: How Age, Weight, and Kidney Function Change Your Prescription
Medication dosing isn't one-size-fits-all. Age, weight, and kidney function dramatically affect how your body processes drugs. Learn how these factors change your prescription and what to ask your doctor to stay safe.
Where to Find Free or Low-Cost Medications at Community Clinics
Discover where to find free or low-cost medications at community clinics if you're uninsured or underinsured. Learn how to access essential prescriptions for diabetes, blood pressure, mental health, and more without breaking the bank.
How to Safely Use Short-Term Medications After Surgery
Learn how to safely use short-term medications after surgery with clear steps on labeling, communication, injection safety, and home care to avoid dangerous errors and complications.
Generic Prescribing Incentives: How Rewards Shape Provider Decisions
Generic prescribing incentives reward doctors for choosing lower-cost generic drugs, saving billions in healthcare costs. But how do they really work-and when do they risk compromising care?
Coronary Artery Disease: Understanding Atherosclerosis, Risk Factors, and Modern Treatments
Coronary artery disease, caused by atherosclerosis, is the world’s leading cause of death. Learn how plaque builds up, who’s at highest risk, and what treatments actually work-from lifestyle changes to stents and bypass surgery.
Autoimmune Overlap: Understanding PBC, PSC, and AIH Combined Features
Autoimmune overlap syndromes combine features of PBC, PSC, and AIH, making diagnosis and treatment complex. Learn how these liver diseases interact, why misdiagnosis is common, and what treatment really works.
Medication Alternatives: What to Do When Your Prescription Runs Out
When your medication runs out and pharmacies are empty, you don't have to wait. Learn how to find safe alternatives, navigate insurance rules, and work with your doctor during drug shortages in 2026.
Hyponatremia from SSRIs: How Low Sodium and Confusion Risk Affect Elderly Patients
SSRIs can cause dangerous low sodium levels in older adults, leading to confusion, falls, and hospitalization. Learn who’s at risk, which antidepressants are safer, and how to prevent this hidden side effect.