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Elderberry and Immunosuppressants: What You Need to Know Before Taking Both

Elderberry and Immunosuppressants: What You Need to Know Before Taking Both

Elderberry may help fight colds, but it can interfere with immunosuppressant medications by activating the immune system. Learn why doctors advise against it for transplant recipients and autoimmune patients.

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Polysomnography: What to Expect During a Sleep Study and How Results Are Interpreted

Polysomnography: What to Expect During a Sleep Study and How Results Are Interpreted

Polysomnography is the gold standard sleep study that monitors brain waves, breathing, heart rate, and more overnight to diagnose sleep disorders like apnea, narcolepsy, and parasomnias. Learn what to expect and how results are interpreted.

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Post-Transplant Infections: How to Prevent, Vaccinate, and Monitor After Kidney Transplant

Post-Transplant Infections: How to Prevent, Vaccinate, and Monitor After Kidney Transplant

After a kidney transplant, infections are the leading threat-not rejection. Learn how to prevent them with vaccines, antivirals, food safety, and smart monitoring. This is your practical guide to staying healthy with a new kidney.

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Australia's Generic Market: PBS Overview and Impact

Australia's Generic Market: PBS Overview and Impact

Australia's PBS makes prescription medicines affordable through government subsidies. Generics drive down costs, but delays and co-payments still leave many struggling. Learn how the system works and who it helps-or leaves behind.

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Opioid Withdrawal: How to Safely Taper and Manage Symptoms

Opioid Withdrawal: How to Safely Taper and Manage Symptoms

Learn how to safely taper off opioids with proven strategies to manage withdrawal symptoms, avoid dangerous rapid reductions, and improve long-term outcomes based on the latest CDC guidelines and patient experiences.

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Direct-to-Consumer Generic Pharmacies: How New Business Models Are Changing How You Get Medications

Direct-to-Consumer Generic Pharmacies: How New Business Models Are Changing How You Get Medications

Direct-to-consumer generic pharmacies are cutting out middlemen to offer lower prices, faster refills, and transparent pricing for common medications. Learn how they work, who’s leading the market, and whether they’re right for you.

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Corticosteroid-Induced Hyperglycemia and Diabetes: How to Monitor and Manage It

Corticosteroid-Induced Hyperglycemia and Diabetes: How to Monitor and Manage It

Corticosteroid-induced hyperglycemia is a common, often overlooked side effect of steroid therapy. Learn how it develops, who's at risk, and how to monitor and manage blood sugar effectively to avoid serious complications.

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How to Discuss Cost and Coverage Before Filling a Prescription

How to Discuss Cost and Coverage Before Filling a Prescription

Learn how to talk to your doctor and pharmacist about prescription costs before filling a medication. Avoid surprise bills, find cheaper alternatives, and use tools like GoodRx and Medicare Plan Finder to save money.

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Multicultural Perspectives on Generics: How Culture Affects Patient Trust and Adherence

Multicultural Perspectives on Generics: How Culture Affects Patient Trust and Adherence

Cultural beliefs, religious restrictions, and perceptions of pill appearance significantly impact how patients accept generic medications. Understanding these factors is key to improving adherence and health equity.

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Multiple Sclerosis: How the Immune System Attacks the Nervous System

Multiple Sclerosis: How the Immune System Attacks the Nervous System

Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the myelin sheath around nerves, causing vision loss, fatigue, and mobility issues. Learn how it happens, what triggers it, and how modern treatments are changing outcomes.

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