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Manufacturing Deficiencies: Common Quality Issues Found by FDA in 2025
In 2025, the FDA is cracking down on manufacturing flaws that put patients at risk-especially in sterile production, data records, and raw materials. Learn the top violations and why they matter.
How to Prevent Non-Adherence to Medication During Life Transitions and Stress
Learn how to keep taking your medication during life transitions like moving, job changes, or divorce. Evidence-based strategies to beat stress-related non-adherence and stay on track without burnout.
Weight Gain from Antidepressants: Which Drugs Cause It and How to Fight Back
Antidepressants can cause weight gain in over half of long-term users. Learn which drugs are most likely to cause it, why it happens, and how to manage it without quitting your medication.
Tendering Systems in Europe: How Public Procurement Drives Generic Drug Purchasing
Europe's tendering systems ensure fair, transparent, and value-driven purchases of generic drugs. Using MEAT evaluation and strict rules, the EU balances price, quality, and sustainability to deliver affordable medicines to millions.
Kombucha and Alcohol-Sensitive Medications: What You Need to Know Before You Drink
Kombucha may seem harmless, but its trace alcohol can interact dangerously with common medications. Learn which drugs are at risk, how much alcohol is really in your bottle, and what to do to stay safe.
False Drug Allergy Labels: How Testing Can Save Your Life and Reduce Antibiotic Resistance
Over 95% of people with penicillin allergy labels aren’t truly allergic. Testing can safely remove false labels, improve treatment options, and reduce antibiotic resistance. Learn how the process works and what to do next.
Radiation vs. Surgery: Choosing the Best Local Control Strategy for Cancer
Radiation and surgery are both effective for localized cancers like prostate and lung cancer. Learn how they compare in survival rates, side effects, recovery time, and who benefits most from each option.
Hyperparathyroidism: High Calcium, Bone Loss, and When Surgery Is Needed
Hyperparathyroidism causes high calcium, bone loss, and kidney problems. Surgery is the only cure. Learn who needs it, what to expect, and why waiting can be dangerous.
Asthma Medication Safety During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: What You Need to Know
Learn which asthma medications are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, why stopping them is riskier than using them, and how to manage your asthma safely for you and your baby.
School Medications: Safe Administration Guidelines for Parents
Learn how to safely manage your child's medications at school with step-by-step guidelines on forms, storage, self-administration, and end-of-year requirements. Avoid errors and keep your child protected.