Author: Aiden Fairbanks
Medications and Work Safety: Risks for Workers on Prescription Drugs and Those Handling Hazardous Drugs
Prescription medications and hazardous drug exposure pose serious workplace risks. Learn how opioids, benzodiazepines, and chemotherapy agents affect worker safety - and what employers and employees can do to prevent injury and illness.
Interchangeability: When Biosimilars Can Be Substituted Automatically in the U.S.
Interchangeable biosimilars can be automatically substituted at U.S. pharmacies without a doctor’s approval-but only if they have FDA designation and your state allows it. Learn how they work, who can switch them, and what you need to know as a patient.
Diabetes Medication Interactions: Dangerous Drug Combinations to Avoid
Certain diabetes drug combinations can cause dangerous drops or spikes in blood sugar. Learn which meds to avoid together and how to stay safe with your current treatment plan.
Brown Bag Medication Review Events: How to Prepare for a Safe and Accurate Medication Checkup
Learn how a brown bag medication review can prevent dangerous drug interactions, reduce unnecessary pills, and improve safety for anyone taking multiple medications. A simple, proven practice that saves lives.
TENS Therapy for Pain Relief: How Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Works
TENS therapy uses electrical pulses to block pain signals and trigger natural painkillers. Learn how to use it effectively for back pain, arthritis, and nerve pain without drugs.
Chinese Generic Production: Manufacturing and Quality Concerns in Global Pharma
China produces 80% of the world's generic drug ingredients, but quality concerns persist. Learn why FDA inspections are limited, how recalls happen, and what alternatives are emerging.
Scleroderma: Understanding the Progressive Autoimmune Disease That Hardens Skin and Organs
Scleroderma is a rare autoimmune disease that hardens skin and internal organs through excessive collagen buildup. Learn how it starts with Raynaud’s, progresses to lung and heart damage, and why early diagnosis and specialized care are critical for survival.
How to Verify Recall Notices and Affected Medication Lots
Learn how to verify drug recall notices and affected medication lots using FDA guidelines, step-by-step protocols, and real-world best practices to protect patients and avoid legal risks.
How to Address Forgetfulness with Smart Pill Caps and Dispensers
Smart pill caps and dispensers help combat forgetfulness by tracking doses, sending alerts, and automatically releasing medication. Learn how these devices improve adherence for seniors and chronic illness patients-and which ones actually work.
Nasal Congestion from Medications: How to Break the Cycle and Find Relief
Nasal congestion from overusing decongestant sprays is common but reversible. Learn how to break the cycle of rebound congestion with proven strategies like saline rinses, steroid sprays, and a smart withdrawal plan.
