Author: Harrison Thurston
Medical Alert Bracelets: When and Why They Matter for Drug Safety
Medical alert bracelets save lives by giving emergency responders critical drug safety info when you can't speak. Learn what to engrave, which type to choose, and why 37% of ER errors involve medications you didn't tell them about.
Autoimmune Disease Monitoring: Lab Markers, Imaging, and Visits
Autoimmune disease monitoring uses lab tests like CRP and ANA, imaging such as MRI and PET, and regular doctor visits to track flares, treatment response, and organ damage. Early detection saves long-term health.
Antacids and Antibiotics: How to Time Your Doses to Avoid Treatment Failure
Learn how to time antacids and antibiotics correctly to avoid treatment failure. Discover which antibiotics are most affected, how long to wait between doses, and safer alternatives for chronic heartburn.
How to Implement a Personal Safety Checklist for Pharmacy Visits
Learn how to use a simple personal safety checklist during pharmacy visits to prevent medication errors, avoid dangerous interactions, and catch dispensing mistakes before they harm you or a loved one.
How to Prevent Overdose in People with Substance Use Disorders: Proven Strategies That Save Lives
Learn proven, science-backed ways to prevent overdose in people with substance use disorders, including naloxone use, fentanyl test strips, medication-assisted treatment, and safety planning. These strategies save lives.
Medicare Part D Formularies: How Generic Coverage Works in 2025
Medicare Part D generic drug coverage in 2025 now has a $2,000 annual out-of-pocket cap, making medications like lisinopril and metformin far more affordable. Learn how tiers, costs, and changes affect your bills.
Generic vs Brand Identification in Pharmacy Systems: Best Practices for Accurate Medication Management
Learn how pharmacy systems accurately identify generic and brand-name drugs using NDC and TE codes, handle NTI drugs, and comply with state laws. Best practices for patient safety and cost savings.
Medication Reviews: When Seniors Should Stop or Deprescribe Medicines
Many seniors take unnecessary medications that increase fall risk, confusion, and hospital stays. Learn when and how to safely stop or reduce drugs through deprescribing-a proven way to improve safety and quality of life.
Herbal Supplements in Pregnancy: What’s Safe and What’s Not
Herbal supplements in pregnancy are widely used but poorly studied. Ginger may help nausea, but many others carry unknown risks. Learn which herbs are potentially safe and which to avoid - backed by current evidence.
Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss: Why Immediate Steroid Treatment Can Save Your Hearing
Sudden sensorineural hearing loss is a medical emergency. Immediate steroid treatment within 72 hours can dramatically improve hearing recovery. Learn why time matters, how steroids work, and what to do if you lose hearing suddenly.