Author: Finnegan Delacroix

Air pollution worsens asthma symptoms and triggers attacks. Learn proven ways to reduce exposure at home, school, and work-including HEPA filters, AQI tracking, and policy changes that actually work.

Combining antidepressants and alcohol can worsen depression, increase suicide risk, and cause dangerous side effects. Learn how different medications interact with alcohol and why even one drink can be risky.

More generic drug competitors don't always mean lower prices. Real-world market dynamics, regulatory rules, and corporate strategies often limit price drops - even when dozens of generics are approved.

Managing thyroid medication during pregnancy requires immediate dose increases and regular TSH monitoring to protect fetal brain development. Levothyroxine needs rise by 20-30% early on, with targets under 2.5 mIU/L in the first trimester. Delayed adjustments raise miscarriage and developmental risks.

Pediatric medication errors often stem from weight miscalculations. Learn how mandatory weight-based verification at prescription, pharmacy, and bedside stages can prevent life-threatening dosing errors in children.

Low-dose azathioprine with allopurinol (LDAA) redirects toxic metabolite buildup in IBD patients, boosting healing while protecting the liver. Proper dosing and monitoring make it safe and effective-skip the protocol, and you risk serious harm.

Learn which nausea medications are safe during pregnancy and which carry hidden risks. From ginger and vitamin B6 to ondansetron and PPIs, understand what works, what to avoid, and how to make informed choices.

Anorexia and bulimia are deadly mental illnesses affecting millions, yet most go untreated. Learn the real signs, why insurance denies care, and what evidence-based treatments actually work - from family therapy to FDA-approved medication.

Medication-induced aplastic anemia is a rare but deadly condition caused by certain drugs that damage bone marrow. Learn the early warning signs - fatigue, bruising, fevers - and what urgent steps to take to survive.

Learn the 10 essential questions to ask about your prescription label at the pharmacy to avoid dangerous medication errors. From drug names to storage rules, get clear, practical advice backed by real data.