Learn how to plan your Medicare open enrollment for medication coverage to avoid costly surprises. Save hundreds annually by reviewing formularies, pharmacy networks, and plan changes between October 15 and December 7.
Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2
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Jan
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition causing thick, scaly skin plaques. Learn how modern skin care and systemic therapies - including biologics - can control symptoms, reduce inflammation, and lower long-term health risks like heart disease and arthritis.
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Jan
Pancreatic cancer is often diagnosed too late, but early symptoms like unexplained weight loss, jaundice, and new-onset diabetes can signal trouble. Advances in surgery, targeted therapies, and blood tests are improving survival. Know the signs and act fast.
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Jan
National Prescription Drug Take-Back Days offer a safe, free, and anonymous way to dispose of unused medications. Learn what to expect, what you can drop off, where to go, and why it matters for public health and safety.
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Jan
Learn how to safely dose children's OTC medicine by weight, not age. Avoid dangerous mistakes with acetaminophen and ibuprofen by reading labels correctly and using the right measuring tools.
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Jan
FibroScan and serum scores like FIB-4 offer safe, noninvasive ways to check for liver scarring. Learn how they work, when to use each, and how doctors combine them to avoid unnecessary biopsies.
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Jan
Pomegranate juice doesn't interact with medications the way grapefruit juice does. Human studies show no clinically significant effects on drug levels, making it safe for most people on common prescriptions.
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Jan
Urticaria, or hives, is a common skin condition caused by histamine release. Learn about allergic and non-allergic triggers, how second-generation antihistamines work, and what to do when they aren't enough-including newer treatments like omalizumab and remibrutinib.
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Jan
Esophageal motility disorders cause dysphagia due to faulty muscle contractions. High-resolution manometry is the gold standard for diagnosis, identifying conditions like achalasia and jackhammer esophagus. Treatment options vary by disorder type and are more effective when diagnosed early.
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Jan
Cannabis can interfere with warfarin, epilepsy meds, and other prescriptions by altering how your liver processes them. Learn which combinations are dangerous, how to spot warning signs, and what steps to take to stay safe.
