Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2

International Supply Chains and the Growing Risk of Drug Shortages in 2025 22 Dec

International Supply Chains and the Growing Risk of Drug Shortages in 2025

International supply chains for pharmaceuticals are under strain, with over 80% of drug ingredients made overseas. In 2025, reliance on foreign manufacturing is causing widespread drug shortages-here’s how it happened and what’s being done to fix it.

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Sexual Side Effects from Common Medications: What You Need to Know 21 Dec

Sexual Side Effects from Common Medications: What You Need to Know

Many common medications - from antidepressants to blood pressure pills - can cause sexual side effects like low libido, erectile dysfunction, or trouble reaching orgasm. Learn which drugs are most likely to cause these issues and what you can do about them.

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Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Painful Nodules and Biologic Therapy Explained 20 Dec

Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Painful Nodules and Biologic Therapy Explained

Hidradenitis suppurativa causes painful, recurring nodules in skin folds. Biologic therapies like adalimumab, secukinumab, and bimekizumab now offer real relief by targeting inflammation at its source. Learn how they work, who benefits most, and what to expect.

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Beta-Blockers: How Different Types Interact and Why Drug Choice Matters 19 Dec

Beta-Blockers: How Different Types Interact and Why Drug Choice Matters

Beta-blockers vary widely in how they work and who they help. Learn why carvedilol, nebivolol, and metoprolol are chosen over older drugs like propranolol for heart failure, hypertension, and side effect profiles.

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OTC Sunscreens: How SPF, Broad Spectrum, and Reapplication Really Work 18 Dec

OTC Sunscreens: How SPF, Broad Spectrum, and Reapplication Really Work

Learn how SPF, broad spectrum, and reapplication really work with OTC sunscreens. Stop wasting money on hype and start protecting your skin the right way.

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How to Read OTC Drug Facts Labels Correctly and Confidently 17 Dec

How to Read OTC Drug Facts Labels Correctly and Confidently

Learn how to read OTC drug facts labels step by step to avoid dangerous overdoses, hidden ingredients, and medication errors. Know what’s in your medicine before you take it.

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Why Patients Skip or Forget Medications: Common Barriers to Adherence 15 Dec

Why Patients Skip or Forget Medications: Common Barriers to Adherence

Nearly half of patients skip or forget their medications due to complex regimens, high costs, poor communication, and forgetfulness. This article breaks down the real reasons behind nonadherence and what actually works to fix it.

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Migraine Medications Safety: Triptans vs Gepants vs Ditans Compared 11 Dec

Migraine Medications Safety: Triptans vs Gepants vs Ditans Compared

Triptans, gepants, and ditans offer different migraine relief options with varying safety profiles. Learn which is safest for heart patients, which causes the most sedation, and how to choose based on your needs.

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Audiometry Testing: Understanding Hearing Assessment and Decibel Levels 9 Dec

Audiometry Testing: Understanding Hearing Assessment and Decibel Levels

Audiometry testing measures hearing sensitivity using decibel levels across frequencies to detect hearing loss. Learn how pure-tone and speech tests work, what audiograms reveal, and why early assessment matters for clear communication and treatment.

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Semaglutide for Weight Loss: How Ozempic and Wegovy Compare in Real-World Efficacy 8 Dec

Semaglutide for Weight Loss: How Ozempic and Wegovy Compare in Real-World Efficacy

Semaglutide, sold as Ozempic and Wegovy, is one of the most effective weight loss drugs ever approved. Wegovy at 2.4 mg weekly leads to 15% average weight loss, but side effects and cost limit access. Learn how it works, who it's for, and what happens when you stop.

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