Salt can make your blood pressure meds work less effectively-even if you're taking them as prescribed. Cutting sodium can lower blood pressure as much as starting a new medication, with results seen in as little as a week.
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive brain disorder causing memory loss and cognitive decline. Learn about its stages, current treatments including new drugs like lecanemab, and challenges in care access.
Learn how to manage diabetic neuropathy pain with FDA-approved medications and practical foot care steps. Discover real-world data on drug effectiveness, costs, and side effects to make informed treatment choices.
Binge drinking while on warfarin can cause dangerous INR swings and major bleeding. Learn how alcohol affects your blood thinning, the real risks, and what you must do to stay safe.
Cognitive biases are invisible mental shortcuts that distort how we respond to information based on our beliefs. From healthcare errors to financial losses, these unconscious patterns affect real-world decisions-and they’re more common than you think.
Learn how to safely check medication names, strengths, and dosage forms to prevent dangerous errors. Simple steps can stop life-threatening mistakes before they happen.
Learn how to set realistic medication adherence goals using the SMART framework, track progress with simple tools, and overcome common barriers to stay on track with your treatment plan.
Cluster headaches cause excruciating, one-sided pain that strikes suddenly and often at night. Oxygen therapy is the fastest, safest treatment-relieving pain in as little as 10 minutes for most patients. Learn how it works, how to use it right, and how to get access.
Keep an accurate, up-to-date medication list to prevent dangerous errors, avoid interactions, and improve care. Learn what to include, how to update it, and which tools actually work.
Combination decongestant and antihistamine meds like Zyrtec-D and Claritin-D seem convenient, but they carry real risks - especially for people with high blood pressure, heart conditions, or older adults. Know the dangers before you take them.