22 Dec 2025
Expired antibiotics may still look fine, but they often lose potency-leading to treatment failure and antibiotic resistance. Learn what really happens after the expiration date and when, if ever, it's safe to use them.
21 Dec 2025
The 180-day exclusivity rule was meant to reward generic drug companies that challenge patents. But brand-name companies can launch their own versions - authorized generics - during that time, undercutting the reward and slowing real competition.
18 Dec 2025
Bone-conduction hearing aids offer a life-changing alternative for people with conductive hearing loss, single-sided deafness, or chronic ear issues. Learn how they work, who benefits most, and what’s new in 2025.
17 Dec 2025
Remote monitoring apps and wearable devices now detect medication side effects before they become emergencies by tracking heart rate, symptoms, and pill intake. Learn how AI-powered tools like Medisafe and AiCure are reducing hospitalizations and improving drug safety.
15 Dec 2025
Blue light from screens doesn't damage your eyes permanently, but it can cause strain and disrupt sleep. Learn how habits like the 20-20-20 rule and night mode settings are more effective than blue light glasses.
15 Dec 2025
Antibiotic shortages are worsening global health, forcing doctors to use toxic last-resort drugs and leaving patients without treatment. Resistance is rising as supply chains fail, and without urgent action, millions could die from treatable infections.
15 Dec 2025
Learn the most common medication side effects, when they become dangerous, and exactly what to do if you experience them. Know which reactions need immediate attention and how to report them properly.
12 Dec 2025
Salt substitutes with potassium chloride can cause dangerous hyperkalemia in people taking ACE inhibitors or ARBs. Learn who’s at risk, what symptoms to watch for, and safer ways to reduce sodium without endangering your heart.
11 Dec 2025
Learn how to check REMS requirements before starting a medication to avoid delays, prescription denials, and serious safety risks. Step-by-step guide for prescribers and pharmacists.
10 Dec 2025
Postpartum anxiety affects 1 in 5 new mothers but is often mistaken for normal stress. Learn the real symptoms, screening tools like EPDS and GAD-7, and proven treatments - from therapy to safe medications - that actually work.
