Category: Health and Wellness

Cancer Clinical Trials: Understanding Phases and How Participation Helps

Learn how cancer clinical trials work through their four main phases, the real benefits of joining, common risks, and how to find one. Understand why participation matters for both patients and future treatments.

Jonathan Neal

Night-Shift Workers and Sedating Medications: How to Stay Alert and Safe

Night-shift workers often rely on sedating medications to sleep during the day or wakefulness drugs to stay alert at night. But these pills don't fix circadian misalignment-and can create serious safety risks. Learn what works, what doesn't, and how to protect yourself.

Daniel Whittaker

How to Use Tier Exceptions to Lower Your Medication Copays

Learn how to request a tier exception to lower your prescription copays. Find out who qualifies, how to get approval, and how much you can save - even if you're on Medicare Part D or private insurance.

Daniel Whittaker

How to Store High-Risk Medications to Reduce Overdose Risk

Secure storage of high-risk medications like opioids prevents accidental overdoses in children, teens, and others. Learn the CDC-recommended 5-step system to lock up pills safely, avoid common mistakes, and protect your household.

Daniel Whittaker

Cranberry Juice and Medications: What You Really Need to Know

Cranberry juice is often blamed for dangerous drug interactions, but most fears are exaggerated. Learn what's real, what's myth, and how to safely enjoy cranberry juice while on medication.

Daniel Whittaker

Patient Communication During Drug Shortages: What Providers Must Do

When drug shortages hit, patients need clear, honest communication from their providers-not just a new pill. Learn what providers must do to keep patients safe, informed, and trusting during medication shortages.

Daniel Whittaker

Vitamin K Foods and Warfarin Interactions for Stable INR Control

Learn how to manage vitamin K foods while taking warfarin to keep your INR stable. Discover which foods affect blood thinning and how consistency beats restriction for safe anticoagulation.

Jonathan Neal

How to Time Medication Doses to Reduce Infant Exposure During Breastfeeding

Learn how to time your medication doses to reduce your baby’s exposure while breastfeeding. Safe, science-backed strategies for pain relievers, antidepressants, and more - so you can stay healthy and keep nursing.

Daniel Whittaker

How to Store Medications Safely in Hot Climates While Traveling

Learn how to protect your insulin, EpiPens, birth control, and other temperature-sensitive medications from heat damage while traveling in hot climates. Practical tips, product recommendations, and real-life risks.

Daniel Whittaker

How to Share Over-the-Counter and Supplement Use Accurately with Your Provider

Accurately sharing your over-the-counter and supplement use with your provider prevents dangerous drug interactions. Learn how to list everything you take, what to say at your appointment, and why silence puts your health at risk.