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Keshia Glass

15 Jan 2026

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Drug Allergies vs. Side Effects: How to Tell the Difference and Stay Safe

Drug Allergies vs. Side Effects: How to Tell the Difference and Stay Safe

Learn how to tell the difference between a true drug allergy and a common side effect - and why getting it right can save your life, money, and health. Most 'allergies' aren't allergies at all.

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Keshia Glass

14 Jan 2026

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Chronic Pancreatitis: Managing Pain, Enzyme Therapy, and Nutrition

Chronic Pancreatitis: Managing Pain, Enzyme Therapy, and Nutrition

Chronic pancreatitis causes persistent pain, digestive issues, and malnutrition. Learn how enzyme therapy, targeted nutrition, and pain management strategies can improve daily life for those living with this condition.

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Keshia Glass

12 Jan 2026

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How Pharmacists Communicate Generic Recommendations to Prescribers

How Pharmacists Communicate Generic Recommendations to Prescribers

Pharmacists play a key role in recommending generic drugs to prescribers, improving adherence and cutting costs. Learn how they use FDA data, state laws, and clear communication to make safe substitutions.

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Keshia Glass

11 Jan 2026

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Acute Interstitial Nephritis: How Drugs Trigger Kidney Inflammation and What Recovery Really Looks Like

Acute Interstitial Nephritis: How Drugs Trigger Kidney Inflammation and What Recovery Really Looks Like

Acute interstitial nephritis is a hidden kidney injury often caused by common drugs like PPIs and NSAIDs. Early diagnosis and stopping the trigger can save kidney function-but many cases are missed. Here’s what recovery really looks like.

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Keshia Glass

10 Jan 2026

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Obesity Pathophysiology: How Appetite and Metabolism Go Wrong

Obesity Pathophysiology: How Appetite and Metabolism Go Wrong

Obesity isn't just about overeating-it's a complex breakdown in appetite control and metabolism. Learn how hormones like leptin and ghrelin go wrong, why diets fail, and how new treatments are targeting the root causes.

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Keshia Glass

9 Jan 2026

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Chronic Bronchitis: Managing Cough, Sputum, and Quitting Smoking for Better Lung Health

Chronic Bronchitis: Managing Cough, Sputum, and Quitting Smoking for Better Lung Health

Chronic bronchitis means a lasting cough and mucus production, often from smoking. Quitting tobacco is the most effective way to slow lung damage. With proper treatment, including pulmonary rehab and vaccinations, you can breathe easier and live longer.

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Keshia Glass

8 Jan 2026

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How to Use Your Pharmacy’s Consultation Service for Medication Safety

How to Use Your Pharmacy’s Consultation Service for Medication Safety

Learn how to use your pharmacy’s consultation service to avoid dangerous drug interactions, reduce side effects, and save money on prescriptions. Pharmacists can catch errors doctors miss - and it’s often free.

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Keshia Glass

6 Jan 2026

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When to Seek Emergency Care for Medication Side Effects: Critical Red Flags You Can't Ignore

When to Seek Emergency Care for Medication Side Effects: Critical Red Flags You Can't Ignore

Learn the critical red flags that mean you need emergency care after taking medication. Know when a side effect is dangerous-and what to do before it’s too late.

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Keshia Glass

5 Jan 2026

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Breast Cancer Screening and Treatment: What You Need to Know in 2026

Breast Cancer Screening and Treatment: What You Need to Know in 2026

Breast cancer screening guidelines have changed in 2026. Learn when to start mammograms, the difference between 2D and 3D imaging, who needs extra tests, and how treatment decisions are made based on tumor biology and stage.

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Keshia Glass

4 Jan 2026

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What Is an ANDA? The Complete Guide to Abbreviated New Drug Applications

What Is an ANDA? The Complete Guide to Abbreviated New Drug Applications

An ANDA is the FDA pathway that lets generic drug makers prove their product works just like a brand-name drug - without repeating costly clinical trials. It's how 90% of U.S. prescriptions are filled at a fraction of the cost.

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Keshia Glass

3 Jan 2026

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Second-Generation Antihistamines: Safer, Non-Sedating Options for Allergy Relief

Second-Generation Antihistamines: Safer, Non-Sedating Options for Allergy Relief

Second-generation antihistamines like loratadine, cetirizine, and fexofenadine offer effective allergy relief with far less drowsiness than older options. Learn how they work, what they treat, and which one might be right for you.

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Keshia Glass

1 Jan 2026

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Authorized Biologic Alternatives: How Biosimilars Work Like Generics

Authorized Biologic Alternatives: How Biosimilars Work Like Generics

Biosimilars are the closest thing to generics for complex biologic drugs. Learn how they work, how they differ from traditional generics, and why they’re changing access to life-saving treatments.

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