Author: Derick Mugambi

Perimenopause and Mood: How Hormones Affect Emotions and What Helps
Feb, 24 2026

Perimenopause and Mood: How Hormones Affect Emotions and What Helps

Perimenopause can trigger intense mood swings, anxiety, and irritability due to hormonal shifts. Learn how estrogen and progesterone changes affect your brain, what treatments actually work, and how to find relief - not just cope.

Osteoporosis Medications: How Bisphosphonates and Calcium Interact - And Why Timing Matters
Feb, 22 2026

Osteoporosis Medications: How Bisphosphonates and Calcium Interact - And Why Timing Matters

Bisphosphonates and calcium are essential for treating osteoporosis - but taking them together can ruin their effectiveness. Learn the right timing, common mistakes, and how to maximize bone protection.

Contaminants in Counterfeit Drugs: Hidden Toxins That Can Kill
Feb, 21 2026

Contaminants in Counterfeit Drugs: Hidden Toxins That Can Kill

Counterfeit drugs aren't just ineffective - they're often laced with deadly toxins like fentanyl, lead, and antifreeze. These contaminants cause organ failure, overdoses, and long-term damage. Learn how to spot them and protect yourself.

Medication-Induced Diarrhea: Prevention and Treatment Guide
Feb, 17 2026

Medication-Induced Diarrhea: Prevention and Treatment Guide

Medication-induced diarrhea affects up to 80% of chemotherapy patients and 30% of those on antibiotics. Learn how to prevent it, when to use loperamide or octreotide, and what to avoid to stay out of the hospital.

Regulatory Capture: How Industry Influence Undermines Public Protection
Feb, 15 2026

Regulatory Capture: How Industry Influence Undermines Public Protection

Regulatory capture happens when agencies meant to protect the public end up serving the industries they regulate. From drug approvals to energy prices, this quiet shift in power undermines trust and costs consumers billions. Here's how it works - and how to fight it.

Bisphosphonates and Calcium Supplements: How to Avoid Absorption Problems
Feb, 14 2026

Bisphosphonates and Calcium Supplements: How to Avoid Absorption Problems

Bisphosphonates and calcium supplements can block each other's absorption, making osteoporosis treatment ineffective. Learn the exact timing rules, why it matters, and how to avoid common mistakes.

How to Identify Counterfeit Pills that Increase Overdose Danger
Feb, 10 2026

How to Identify Counterfeit Pills that Increase Overdose Danger

Counterfeit pills look like real prescriptions but often contain deadly fentanyl. Learn how to spot them, test for fentanyl, recognize overdose signs, and use naloxone to save lives. The only sure way to avoid danger? Use only medications prescribed to you.

PCSK9 Inhibitors vs Statins: Side Effects and Outcomes
Feb, 8 2026

PCSK9 Inhibitors vs Statins: Side Effects and Outcomes

PCSK9 inhibitors and statins both lower LDL cholesterol, but differ in mechanism, side effects, and cost. Statins are first-line and affordable; PCSK9 inhibitors offer powerful LDL reduction for those who can't tolerate statins or need extra lowering.

NSAID Overdose: Gastrointestinal Bleeding Risks and What to Do
Feb, 7 2026

NSAID Overdose: Gastrointestinal Bleeding Risks and What to Do

NSAID overdose isn't just about taking too many pills at once - it's often long-term use that silently damages your gut, leading to dangerous bleeding. Learn who's at risk, why aspirin isn't safe, and how to prevent life-threatening complications.

Coupon and Discount Card Programs: How to Save on Generic Drugs
Feb, 7 2026

Coupon and Discount Card Programs: How to Save on Generic Drugs

Discover how prescription discount cards like GoodRx and NeedyMeds can cut generic drug costs by up to 95%. Learn which meds save the most, how to compare prices, and why insurance isn't always better.