Archive: 2026/01
Chronic Cough Workup: How to Diagnose GERD, Asthma, and Postnasal Drip
Chronic cough lasting over 8 weeks is often caused by GERD, asthma, or upper airway cough syndrome. Learn how to identify and treat the three most common causes with evidence-based steps - no unnecessary tests needed.
Central Sensitization: Understanding Amplified Pain Signals
Central sensitization explains why some people feel pain without injury - a real neurological change that amplifies signals. Learn how it works, who it affects, and what treatments actually help.
Carbamazepine Generics: Understanding Enzyme Induction and Drug Interactions
Carbamazepine generics can cause dangerous drug interactions and unpredictable blood levels due to enzyme induction. Learn why switching brands can trigger seizures, how to stay safe, and what tests you need.
Age-Appropriate Medications for Common Pediatric Conditions: Safe Dosing, Formulations, and What to Avoid
Learn how to safely give medications to children based on age, weight, and condition. Discover which drugs are safe, which to avoid, and how to prevent dangerous dosing errors.
Chronic Back Pain: Physical Therapy, Medications, and Self-Management That Actually Work
Chronic back pain lasting over 12 weeks needs more than pills or rest. Discover how physical therapy, targeted medications, and daily self-management can reduce pain, improve function, and restore your life-backed by clinical evidence and real patient results.
How to Manage Overdose Risk During Heatwaves and Illness
Heatwaves increase overdose risk by concentrating drugs in the blood, stressing the heart, and impairing judgment. Learn practical steps to reduce risk-hydration, dose reduction, cooling strategies, and how to access support during extreme heat.
How to Ask for Alternatives if a Medication Is Not Working
If your medication isn't working, you have the right to ask for alternatives. Learn how to prepare for your appointment, ask the right questions, and explore non-drug options that could help you feel better-without waiting weeks or months.
How to Update Your Allergy List Across All Healthcare Providers
Learn how to verify and update your allergy list across all healthcare providers to prevent dangerous medication errors. Essential steps for patients in 2026 to ensure accurate drug allergy records in electronic health systems.
How to Use Patient Assistance Programs When No Generic Medication Exists
When no generic version of your medication exists, patient assistance programs can cut your costs to $0. Learn how to qualify, apply, and avoid common traps like accumulator programs that block your savings.
Occupational Lung Diseases: Silicosis, Asbestosis, and How to Prevent Them
Silicosis and asbestosis are deadly but preventable lung diseases caused by workplace dust and fibers. Learn how they develop, why they’re still common, and what real prevention looks like - from engineering controls to respirator fit testing.