Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2
Interstitial lung disease causes progressive lung scarring that reduces oxygen flow. Learn how it develops, the key types like IPF, current treatments including antifibrotic drugs, and practical steps for managing symptoms and improving quality of life.
Learn the different types of asthma, common triggers, and why inhalers are usually better than oral medications for long-term control. Understand treatment options and how to manage symptoms effectively.
Vertigo and dizziness aren't the same. Vertigo means spinning-often from inner ear or brain issues. Dizziness is lightheadedness, often from blood pressure, anemia, or stress. Knowing the difference means getting the right treatment-and avoiding dangerous delays.
Pharmacist substitution authority lets pharmacists legally swap, adapt, or prescribe medications under state-specific rules. From generic substitutions to independent prescribing, this expanded scope improves access - especially in rural areas - but reimbursement remains a major barrier.
Buying counterfeit meds online can be deadly. Fake pills often contain fentanyl, wrong dosages, or no active ingredients at all. Learn how to spot illegal pharmacies and protect yourself.
Learn essential safety tips and practical activity guidance for home oxygen therapy to reduce fire risks and improve daily life with chronic lung conditions like COPD. Get real-world advice on equipment use, fire prevention, and staying active.
Common Variable Immunodeficiency (CVID) is a serious antibody deficiency that causes frequent infections and chronic illness. Learn how immunoglobulin therapy helps manage symptoms, why diagnosis is often delayed, and what new treatments are on the horizon.
Myofascial pain syndrome is a common cause of chronic muscle pain caused by trigger points. Learn how to identify them, what causes them, and proven techniques like dry needling and ischemic compression to release them and get lasting relief.
Learn which medications can cause birth defects during pregnancy, how timing affects risk, and what’s truly safe - including the controversial debate around acetaminophen. Get clear, evidence-based guidance for managing meds during pregnancy.
Most clinicians misjudge drug prices, leading to prescriptions patients can't afford. Real-time cost tools in EHRs are changing that-but adoption remains low. Here's why it matters and how it's improving.