Low-dose CT screening can cut lung cancer deaths by 20% for high-risk smokers. Learn who qualifies, what results mean, and how to take action before it’s too late.
Antidepressants can cause insomnia or improve sleep depending on the drug. Learn which ones disrupt sleep, which help, and how to time doses for better rest. Practical tips backed by research.
Generics can cut medicine costs by 80% and save millions in low-income countries-but most people still can't access them. This is why supply chains, regulations, and fair pricing matter more than ever.
Learn how manufacturer copay assistance cards work to lower prescription costs for brand-name medications. Understand eligibility, usage, and the hidden risk of copay accumulator programs that can leave you with huge bills.
Brand companies launch authorized generics to protect revenue after patent expiry. These are exact copies of their own drugs, sold at lower prices to compete with generics - preserving market share, lowering costs for patients, and limiting competitors' profits.
Beta-blockers like propranolol can reduce physical symptoms of social anxiety during events like public speaking, but they don't treat the underlying fear. Behavioral therapy, especially CBT, is the only proven way to achieve lasting recovery.
Learn how to safely store and dispose of prescription medications to prevent misuse, protect the environment, and follow federal guidelines. Includes take-back programs, home disposal methods, and what to avoid.
Stability testing ensures medications and food products remain safe and effective until their expiration date. Learn how degradation works, why generics can be riskier, and what regulators require to protect consumers.
Switching to generic drugs is usually safe-but for certain medications, even small formulation changes can trigger serious side effects. Learn which drugs are risky, why it happens, and how to protect yourself.
End-stage renal disease requires dialysis or transplant to survive. Transplant offers better survival, fewer restrictions, and higher quality of life-but access remains unequal. Early referral is critical.