Author: April Morone

Celiac Disease and Liver Abnormalities: What Links Them

Celiac Disease and Liver Abnormalities: What Links Them

Celiac disease can cause liver abnormalities in up to 40% of untreated cases, often through immune cross-reaction and gut leakage. The good news? Most liver issues reverse with a strict gluten-free diet-but processed gluten-free foods can make fatty liver worse.

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Partial AUC: Advanced Bioequivalence Measurements Explained

Partial AUC: Advanced Bioequivalence Measurements Explained

Partial AUC is a advanced pharmacokinetic tool used to measure drug exposure during specific time windows, ensuring bioequivalence for complex formulations where traditional metrics fall short. Used by FDA and EMA for extended-release and abuse-deterrent drugs.

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Oncologic Imaging: How PET-CT, MRI, and PET-MRI Improve Cancer Staging Accuracy

Oncologic Imaging: How PET-CT, MRI, and PET-MRI Improve Cancer Staging Accuracy

PET-CT, MRI, and PET-MRI each play unique roles in cancer staging. Learn how these imaging tools differ in accuracy, radiation exposure, cost, and when each is best used for diagnosing and monitoring cancer.

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Chronic Conditions: How to Adjust to Generic Maintenance Medications Without Compromising Your Health

Chronic Conditions: How to Adjust to Generic Maintenance Medications Without Compromising Your Health

Switching to generic maintenance medications for chronic conditions can save hundreds per month - and work just as well. Learn when it’s safe, when to be cautious, and how to adjust without risking your health.

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How to Use Pharmacy Delivery and Mail-Order for Convenience

How to Use Pharmacy Delivery and Mail-Order for Convenience

Discover how pharmacy delivery and mail-order services improve medication adherence, cut costs, and save time-especially for chronic conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure. Learn how to get started and avoid common pitfalls.

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Medication Errors in Hospitals vs. Retail Pharmacies: What You Need to Know

Medication Errors in Hospitals vs. Retail Pharmacies: What You Need to Know

Medication errors are common in both hospitals and retail pharmacies, but they happen differently in each setting. Learn how error rates, causes, and safety systems compare-and what you can do to protect yourself.

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Shingles: Effective Antiviral Treatment and Pain Management Strategies

Shingles: Effective Antiviral Treatment and Pain Management Strategies

Shingles causes intense nerve pain and a painful rash. Early antiviral treatment within 72 hours can shorten outbreaks and reduce the risk of long-term pain. Learn the best medications, pain relief options, and how to prevent complications.

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National Prescription Drug Take-Back Days: What to Expect in 2026

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Days: What to Expect in 2026

Learn what to expect at the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day - when it happens, what you can drop off, where to go, and why it matters for safety and public health. A clear, no-fluff guide for 2026.

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Antipsychotic Side Effects: Metabolic Risks and How to Monitor Them

Antipsychotic Side Effects: Metabolic Risks and How to Monitor Them

Antipsychotic medications can cause serious metabolic side effects like weight gain, diabetes, and heart disease. Learn which drugs carry the highest risks, how to monitor your health, and what to do if you're gaining weight or developing prediabetes.

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Cirrhosis: Understanding Liver Scarring, Failure Risk, and Transplant Options

Cirrhosis: Understanding Liver Scarring, Failure Risk, and Transplant Options

Cirrhosis is advanced liver scarring that can lead to liver failure. Learn how it develops, the difference between compensated and decompensated stages, why a transplant may be necessary, and what you can do to slow its progress.

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CRPS Rehabilitation: How Desensitization and Graded Motor Imagery Reduce Chronic Pain

CRPS Rehabilitation: How Desensitization and Graded Motor Imagery Reduce Chronic Pain

Learn how desensitization and graded motor imagery retrain the brain to reduce chronic pain in CRPS. Evidence-based, non-drug therapies that restore normal movement and touch sensitivity.

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Energy Drinks and Stimulant Medications: Blood Pressure and Heart Risks

Energy Drinks and Stimulant Medications: Blood Pressure and Heart Risks

Energy drinks and stimulant medications like Adderall and Ritalin can dangerously raise blood pressure and heart rate. Combining them increases the risk of heart attack, arrhythmias, and stroke-especially in teens and those with heart conditions.

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