Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2

  • January

    3

    2026
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Bone Health Screening: Understanding DEXA Scan Results and Fracture Risk

Learn how DEXA scans measure bone density, interpret your T-score, and assess your fracture risk with FRAX. Understand who needs screening, what the results mean, and how to protect your bones before it's too late.

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  • January

    3

    2026
  • 5

How to Report a Medication Error or Concern to Your Provider

Learn how to report a medication error to your provider with clear, actionable steps - from documenting the mistake to filing with the FDA and ISMP. Protect yourself and help prevent future errors.

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  • December

    31

    2025
  • 5

Upper GI Bleeding: Understanding Ulcers, Varices, and Immediate Stabilization

Upper GI bleeding is a life-threatening condition caused by ulcers, varices, or other sources. Learn the signs, how doctors diagnose and treat it, why timing matters, and what's new in 2025 for better outcomes.

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  • December

    28

    2025
  • 5

Polysomnography: What to Expect During a Sleep Study and How Results Are Interpreted

Polysomnography is the gold standard sleep study that tracks brain waves, breathing, oxygen, and movement overnight to diagnose sleep disorders like apnea, narcolepsy, and parasomnias. Learn what to expect and how results guide treatment.

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  • December

    21

    2025
  • 5

Vitiligo Treatment: How Phototherapy Works and Why It’s Combined with Topical Therapy, Not Depigmentation

Phototherapy is the most effective treatment for vitiligo, but it's not combined with depigmentation. Learn how NB-UVB light works, why some body parts respond better, and how adding topical creams boosts results.

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  • December

    20

    2025
  • 5

Topical Analgesics: Lidocaine, Capsaicin, and NSAID Gels Explained

Lidocaine, capsaicin, and NSAID gels offer targeted pain relief with fewer side effects than pills. Learn how each works, who they’re best for, and how to use them right.

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  • December

    18

    2025
  • 5

OTC Athlete’s Foot Treatments: Safe and Effective Use Guide

Learn how to safely and effectively treat athlete’s foot with OTC antifungals. Discover which products work best, how to use them right, and how to prevent recurrence.

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  • December

    16

    2025
  • 5

How to Build a Personal Medication Safety Plan with Your Care Team

Learn how to create a personalized medication safety plan with your care team to prevent dangerous drug interactions, reduce errors, and stay in control of your health. Simple steps save lives.

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  • December

    13

    2025
  • 5

Atopic Dermatitis Flare Triggers and How Emollient Therapy Works

Learn the real triggers behind atopic dermatitis flares and how to use emollient therapy effectively to repair your skin barrier, reduce itching, and prevent flare-ups. Evidence-based, practical advice for daily management.

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  • December

    12

    2025
  • 5

Acute Kidney Injury: Sudden Loss of Function and Recovery

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is a sudden drop in kidney function that can happen in hours. It's often reversible if caught early, but can lead to permanent damage or death if ignored. Learn the signs, causes, and what recovery really looks like.

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  • December

    5

    2025
  • 5

Managing Statin Side Effects: Dose Adjustment and Switching Strategies That Work

Most people who think they can't tolerate statins can actually take them with dose adjustments or by switching to a different type. Learn how to manage muscle pain and other side effects without giving up on heart protection.

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  • December

    4

    2025
  • 5

Steroid-Induced Acne and Skin Changes: Effective Topical and Lifestyle Solutions

Steroid-induced acne is a common but often misunderstood side effect of corticosteroid and anabolic steroid use. Learn how to identify it, treat it with proven topicals like tretinoin and benzoyl peroxide, and adjust your lifestyle to clear breakouts without stopping essential medication.

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