Category: Health and Wellness

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How Medications Cross the Placenta and Affect the Fetus

By Alan Legaspi

On Jan, 16 2026

Medications don't just stay in the mother's body - they cross the placenta and can affect the developing fetus. Learn how drugs transfer, which ones are risky, and what factors determine fetal exposure during pregnancy.

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Herbal Teas and Medications: Potential Interactions to Review

By Alan Legaspi

On Jan, 14 2026

Herbal teas may seem harmless, but they can interfere with medications like warfarin, statins, and blood pressure drugs. Learn which teas to avoid and how to stay safe while drinking them.

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Creating Your Personal Medication List: What to Include for Safety

By Gemma Mondragon

On Jan, 12 2026

A personal medication list is a simple but powerful tool to prevent dangerous drug interactions, avoid emergency room visits, and keep you safe during medical emergencies. Know exactly what to include - and how to keep it updated.

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Stroke Types: Ischemic vs. Hemorrhagic and How to Prevent Them

By Gemma Mondragon

On Jan, 9 2026

Learn the key differences between ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, how to spot them fast, and evidence-based prevention strategies that actually work. Save a life-yours or someone else’s.

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Chronic Kidney Disease: How Early Detection Stops Progression

By Alan Legaspi

On Jan, 7 2026

Chronic kidney disease often shows no symptoms until it's advanced. Early detection with eGFR and uACR tests can stop progression, prevent complications, and save lives-especially for those with diabetes, high blood pressure, or family history.

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How to Involve Grandparents and Caregivers in Pediatric Medication Safety

By Gemma Mondragon

On Jan, 4 2026

Most pediatric medication poisonings involve grandparents' medicines. Learn simple, proven steps to store meds safely, talk to kids, and prevent emergencies-without making grandparents feel blamed.

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Rationing Medications: How Ethical Decisions Are Made During Drug Shortages

By Alan Legaspi

On Jan, 1 2026

When life-saving drugs run out, hospitals use ethical frameworks to decide who gets treatment. Learn how rationing works, why it’s failing, and what’s being done to make it fairer during drug shortages.

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Diabetic Kidney Disease: How Early Albuminuria Signals Risk and Why Tight Control Saves Kidneys

By Alan Legaspi

On Dec, 31 2025

Diabetic kidney disease starts with tiny protein leaks in urine-albuminuria. Early detection and tight control of blood sugar and blood pressure can stop kidney damage before it’s too late. Learn how testing, medications, and lifestyle changes make all the difference.

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Bone Turnover Markers: How They Help Monitor Osteoporosis Treatment

By Alan Legaspi

On Dec, 30 2025

Bone turnover markers like PINP and β-CTX-I provide early, measurable feedback on osteoporosis treatment response - showing results in weeks, not years. Learn how these blood tests help track therapy effectiveness and improve outcomes.

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Kombucha and Alcohol-Sensitive Medications: What You Need to Know Before You Drink

By Alan Legaspi

On Dec, 28 2025

Kombucha contains trace alcohol that can interact dangerously with medications like metronidazole, antidepressants, and diabetes drugs. Learn what levels are risky, how to spot unsafe products, and what to do if you're on medication.

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