Immune-related adverse events (irAEs) are serious side effects of cancer immunotherapy that can affect any organ. Learn how to recognize early signs, how doctors treat them with steroids and other drugs, and why quick action saves lives.
Breast cancer screening with mammography saves lives. Learn the latest guidelines on when to start, how often to get screened, and what to expect if you're at higher risk. Understand the difference between 2D and 3D mammograms and how treatment is personalized.
Alcohol can cause dangerous drops in blood sugar for people with diabetes. Learn the safe drinking limits, best drink choices, and essential steps to prevent life-threatening hypoglycemia-backed by current medical guidelines.
Learn how the FDA and state pharmacy boards regulate online pharmacies to keep you safe from fake drugs and illegal sales. Understand the new DEA telemedicine rules, BeSafeRx verification, and what to look for before buying medication online.
Graves' disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism, triggered by autoimmune antibodies that overstimulate the thyroid. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, and the three proven treatments-medication, radioactive iodine, and surgery-plus how to manage eye complications and lifestyle changes.
Learn how to avoid dangerous medication errors after surgery by checking labels, asking questions, and speaking up. Safe short-term drug use after surgery is possible - if you know what to look for.
Slow up-titration helps your body adjust to new medications by gradually increasing doses, reducing side effects and improving adherence. Learn how it works for GLP-1 agonists, beta-blockers, and more.
Learn how to spot dangerous interactions between supplements and medications. From St. John's wort to vitamin E and warfarin, discover which supplements are risky, how to check for interactions, and what to do if you're already mixing them.
Polysomnography is the most comprehensive sleep study used to diagnose sleep disorders like sleep apnea, narcolepsy, and restless legs. Learn what happens during the test, how results are interpreted, and why it's still the gold standard.
Drug shortages are preventable. Learn how dual-sourcing, buffer stock, AI, and continuous manufacturing are building resilient pharmaceutical supply chains to keep life-saving drugs available.