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Statin Discontinuation: When to Stop and How to Manage Safely

By Alan Legaspi

On Jan, 18 2026

Statin discontinuation is more common than you think - and sometimes safer than continuing. Learn when it’s appropriate to stop statins, how to do it safely, and what to expect afterward based on current medical evidence.

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Melanoma: Early Detection and Immunotherapy Treatment

By Gemma Mondragon

On Jan, 17 2026

Melanoma is deadly when caught late but nearly 100% curable if detected early. Learn how AI-powered screening and modern immunotherapy are changing survival rates in 2026.

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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.

Medications

Antibiotic Overuse: How Misuse Fuels Resistance and C. difficile Infections

By Alan Legaspi

On Jan, 15 2026

Antibiotic overuse is driving a global crisis of drug-resistant infections and C. difficile outbreaks. Learn how misuse fuels superbugs, what’s being done, and how you can help stop the spread.

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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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How to Prevent Moisture Damage to Pills and Capsules: Expert Storage Tips

By Alan Legaspi

On Jan, 11 2026

Learn how to protect your pills and capsules from moisture damage with expert storage tips. Discover why humidity ruins meds, how film coatings and desiccants work, and what you can do at home to keep your drugs effective.

Medications

Antitrust Issues in Generic Substitution: How Big Pharma Blocks Cheaper Drugs

By Alan Legaspi

On Jan, 10 2026

Big Pharma uses legal loopholes like product hopping and REMS abuse to block generic drugs from entering the market, keeping prices high. Learn how antitrust enforcement is fighting back.

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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.

Medications

Aspirin for Primary Prevention: Who Should Skip Daily Doses

By Alan Legaspi

On Jan, 8 2026

Daily aspirin for heart health is no longer recommended for most people. Learn who should skip it, why the guidelines changed, and what actually works to prevent heart attacks and strokes.

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