Author: Julian Stirling

9

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

How to Choose Between Generic Medications: Bioequivalence, Safety, and What Really Matters

Learn how to choose between generic medications safely. Understand bioequivalence, therapeutic ratings, and when consistency matters more than cost-especially for high-risk drugs like thyroid medication and blood thinners.

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8

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Type 1 Diabetes: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Insulin Therapy Options

Type 1 diabetes requires lifelong insulin therapy. Learn the key symptoms, diagnostic tests, and modern insulin delivery options including pumps and hybrid closed-loop systems. Understand A1C targets, daily management, and emerging treatments like teplizumab and stem cell therapy.

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7

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Medication-Induced Drowsiness: Common Causes and Practical Ways to Manage It

Medication-induced drowsiness is a common side effect of many drugs, from allergy pills to antidepressants. Learn the top causes, real risks, and proven ways to manage it without stopping your meds.

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6

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Psychosis: Recognizing Early Warning Signs and Accessing Coordinated Specialty Care

Learn the early warning signs of psychosis and how Coordinated Specialty Care can dramatically improve recovery outcomes. Early intervention saves lives, schools, and futures.

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4

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

High Triglycerides: How to Reduce Pancreatitis Risk and Protect Your Heart

High triglycerides aren't just a cholesterol issue-they raise your risk of pancreatitis and heart disease. Learn the real thresholds, what causes spikes, and how to lower them fast to protect your pancreas and heart.

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3

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors: What You Need to Know About Side Effects and Dietary Restrictions

MAOIs are powerful antidepressants for treatment-resistant depression, but come with strict dietary rules and dangerous interactions. Learn how they work, what foods to avoid, and who benefits most.

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2

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

How to Prevent Medication Errors During Care Transitions and Discharge

Medication errors during care transitions cause avoidable harm and hospital readmissions. Learn how medication reconciliation, pharmacist-led processes, and patient involvement can prevent these errors and improve safety at discharge.

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2

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Urticaria and Angioedema Treatment: What Works for Acute and Chronic Hives

Learn how to treat acute and chronic hives and angioedema correctly-why antihistamines work for some swelling but not others, when to use epinephrine, and why steroids often do more harm than good.

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1

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Weight Loss Plateaus: Why Your Metabolism Slows Down and How to Break Through

Weight loss plateaus happen because your metabolism adapts to lower calories. Learn why your body slows down, how to reverse it with diet breaks and protein, and what actually works to break through.

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1

Dec

Posted by Julian Stirling

Contact Lens Safety: Hygiene, Solutions, and Wear Time

Learn the essential rules for contact lens safety: proper hand hygiene, correct solution use, and safe wear time to prevent eye infections and protect your vision.

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