Author: Finnegan O'Sullivan
Medication Therapy Management Services Explained for Patients
Medication Therapy Management (MTM) is a free service for Medicare Part D patients taking multiple medications. Learn how pharmacist-led reviews improve safety, cut costs, and help you take your drugs correctly.
Hand Hygiene: Evidence-Based Infection Prevention at Home
Hand hygiene is the most effective way to prevent infections at home. Learn the science-backed technique, when to wash, what products to use, and how to make it stick for your whole family.
Hepatocellular Carcinoma Surveillance and Treatment in Cirrhosis: What You Need to Know
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common liver cancer and mostly affects people with cirrhosis. Regular ultrasound every six months can catch it early when treatment works best. Learn who needs screening, what tests are used, and how treatments have improved.
Economic Impact of Patent Expiration: When Drug Prices Drop
When pharmaceutical patents expire, drug prices plummet-often by 80% or more. Learn how generic competition works, why some drugs stay expensive, and what patients can do to save money.
Anaphylaxis from Medication: Emergency Response Steps You Must Know
Anaphylaxis from medication is a life-threatening emergency that requires immediate epinephrine and proper positioning. Learn the critical steps to save a life when a drug triggers a severe allergic reaction.
How to Read the NDC Number to Confirm the Correct Medication
Learn how to read the NDC number on medication labels to prevent dangerous dosing errors. Understand the three segments, avoid common mistakes, and verify drugs correctly before dispensing or taking them.
Generic vs Brand-Name Drugs: What You Really Need to Know
Generic drugs work the same as brand-name ones but cost up to 85% less. Learn why they're just as safe, when to avoid switching, and how to save on prescriptions without compromising treatment.
Bone-Conduction Hearing Aids: A Practical Alternative for Hearing Loss
Bone-conduction hearing aids offer a life-changing alternative for people with chronic ear infections, birth defects, or single-sided deafness. They bypass the ear canal entirely, sending sound through bone to the inner ear. Learn how they work, who benefits, and what to expect.
Caffeine Cutoff Times: When to Stop Coffee for Better Sleep
Learn the science-backed caffeine cutoff times that actually improve sleep onset and quality. Stop guessing when to stop coffee-find out exactly how long caffeine lingers and how to adjust for your body.
Steroid-Induced Cataracts: What Vision Changes to Watch For and How They're Treated
Steroid-induced cataracts can develop quickly in people on long-term steroid therapy, causing blurry vision, glare, and faded colors. Learn the warning signs, who’s at risk, and how surgery can restore vision-even if you still need steroids.