Author: Simon Bruce

How Medications Enter Breast Milk and What It Means for Your Baby

Learn how medications transfer into breast milk, what factors affect infant exposure, and which drugs are truly safe-so you can keep breastfeeding without unnecessary fear.

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2026 Medication Safety Guidelines Update: ISMP, NIOSH, CMS Changes Explained

2025's major medication safety updates from ISMP, WHO, CMS, and NIOSH are changing how drugs are handled. Learn the key changes, real-world impacts, and how to implement them to reduce errors and improve patient safety.

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Medication Safety at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide to Preventing Errors

Learn how to set up a medication safety system at home to prevent errors. Discover smart dispensers, digital tools, and key steps to keep your regimen safe. Essential for older adults managing multiple drugs.

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Cardiovascular Combination Generics: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What You Can Save

Cardiovascular combination generics combine multiple heart meds into one pill, cutting costs and improving adherence. Learn which combos exist, how much you can save, and whether generics are as safe as brand names.

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FDA Inspection of Generic Manufacturing Facilities: What to Expect in 2026

Understand what happens during an FDA inspection of generic drug manufacturing facilities, including the 6-system approach, FDA 483 responses, Pre-Approval Inspections, and how to prepare for compliance in 2026.

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How to Prevent Wrong-Patient Errors at the Pharmacy Counter

Wrong-patient errors at pharmacies can lead to serious harm or death. Learn how two-factor identification, barcode scanning, patient counseling, and new technologies are cutting these preventable mistakes-and what you can do to stay safe.

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Tetracycline Photosensitivity: How to Prevent Sun Damage While Taking Antibiotics

Tetracycline antibiotics like doxycycline can cause severe sun sensitivity, leading to burns, nail damage, and dark skin patches. Learn how to prevent it with the right sunscreen, clothing, and safer drug choices.

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Blue Light and Eye Health: Screen Filters and Habits That Actually Work

Blue light from screens causes eye strain and disrupts sleep, but expensive glasses aren't the solution. Learn the real habits and simple fixes-like the 20-20-20 rule-that actually protect your eyes.

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Pulmonary Hypertension: Recognizing Symptoms, Right Heart Strain, and Modern Therapy

Pulmonary hypertension causes high pressure in lung arteries, straining the right heart. Learn key symptoms, diagnostic tests like right heart catheterization, and modern combination therapies that now extend survival to over 60% at five years.

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Nephrotic Syndrome: Understanding Heavy Proteinuria, Swelling, and Real Treatment Options

Nephrotic syndrome causes heavy protein loss, swelling, and high cholesterol due to kidney damage. Learn the causes, real treatment options, and how to manage symptoms to protect kidney function long-term.

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