Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2

Addison’s Disease: Understanding Adrenal Insufficiency and Lifelong Steroid Replacement

Posted By John Morris    On 13 Jan 2026    Comments (12)

Addison’s Disease: Understanding Adrenal Insufficiency and Lifelong Steroid Replacement

Addison’s disease is a life-threatening condition caused by adrenal gland failure. Learn how steroid replacement works, why emergency treatment matters, and how to prevent adrenal crisis with proper dosing and self-care.

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Women’s Heart Disease: Unique Symptoms and How to Manage Risk

Posted By John Morris    On 10 Jan 2026    Comments (12)

Women’s Heart Disease: Unique Symptoms and How to Manage Risk

Heart disease is the top killer of women, yet symptoms often differ from men's. Learn the hidden signs-like fatigue and jaw pain-and how to manage your risk before it's too late.

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Herbal Supplements and Birth Control: What You Need to Know About Reduced Effectiveness

Posted By John Morris    On 8 Jan 2026    Comments (11)

Herbal Supplements and Birth Control: What You Need to Know About Reduced Effectiveness

Certain herbal supplements like St. John's wort can reduce birth control effectiveness by speeding up hormone breakdown. Learn which supplements are risky, which are safe, and what to do if you're taking both.

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder: SSRIs, Benzodiazepines, and CBT Explained

Posted By John Morris    On 6 Jan 2026    Comments (9)

Generalized Anxiety Disorder: SSRIs, Benzodiazepines, and CBT Explained

Learn how SSRIs, benzodiazepines, and CBT work for Generalized Anxiety Disorder-what works, what doesn’t, and how to choose the best treatment for long-term relief.

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Hip Labral Tears in Athletes: Diagnosis, Imaging, and Arthroscopy Recovery

Posted By John Morris    On 5 Jan 2026    Comments (11)

Hip Labral Tears in Athletes: Diagnosis, Imaging, and Arthroscopy Recovery

Hip labral tears are a common cause of hip pain in athletes, especially those in sports requiring deep rotation. Learn how MRA imaging, arthroscopy, and proper rehab can help you return to sport safely and prevent early arthritis.

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Creatine and Kidney Disease Medications: How to Monitor Renal Function Safely

Posted By John Morris    On 3 Jan 2026    Comments (14)

Creatine and Kidney Disease Medications: How to Monitor Renal Function Safely

Creatine raises creatinine levels, which can falsely suggest kidney damage. Learn how to monitor renal function accurately if you're taking creatine and kidney medications like ACE inhibitors or NSAIDs.

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Latex Allergy: Understanding Cross-Reactivity and How to Manage It at Work

Posted By John Morris    On 30 Dec 2025    Comments (8)

Latex Allergy: Understanding Cross-Reactivity and How to Manage It at Work

Latex allergy affects 1-2% of the general population and up to 12% of healthcare workers. Learn how cross-reactivity with foods like bananas and avocados works, and what workplaces must do to prevent reactions and keep people safe.

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Microscopic Colitis: Understanding Chronic Diarrhea and Why Budesonide Is the First-Line Treatment

Posted By John Morris    On 29 Dec 2025    Comments (11)

Microscopic Colitis: Understanding Chronic Diarrhea and Why Budesonide Is the First-Line Treatment

Microscopic colitis causes chronic watery diarrhea with no visible signs during colonoscopy. Budesonide is the most effective first-line treatment, offering high remission rates with fewer side effects than traditional steroids.

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Manufacturing Deficiencies: Common FDA Quality Issues in Pharma and Medical Devices

Posted By John Morris    On 27 Dec 2025    Comments (15)

Manufacturing Deficiencies: Common FDA Quality Issues in Pharma and Medical Devices

The FDA is cracking down on manufacturing flaws in drugs and medical devices. In 2025, the most common issues were sterile process failures, fake data, and contaminated ingredients. Here’s what’s really happening on the factory floor.

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How Generics Are Changing Health Access in Low-Income Countries

Posted By John Morris    On 24 Dec 2025    Comments (14)

How Generics Are Changing Health Access in Low-Income Countries

Generics can cut drug costs by 80% and save millions of lives in low-income countries-but systemic barriers keep them out of reach. This is how they work, why they’re underused, and what must change.

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