QT prolongation is a silent heart rhythm risk caused by many common medications. Learn which drugs raise arrhythmia danger, who’s most at risk, and how to prevent sudden cardiac events with simple ECG checks and smart prescribing.
Drug shortages are a growing crisis fueled by fragile global supply chains. Learn how building resilience through diversification, stockpiling, AI, and cybersecurity can prevent life-threatening gaps in essential medicines.
Many antiemetics worsen Parkinson’s symptoms by blocking dopamine. Learn which drugs to avoid, safer alternatives like domperidone and cyclizine, and how to prevent dangerous medication errors.
Most people who think they're allergic to penicillin aren't. Learn the truth about penicillin allergies, how to get tested, and why getting cleared can save your life-and lower healthcare costs for everyone.
Metformin and contrast dye were once thought to dangerously interact, raising lactic acidosis risk. New guidelines show the risk is extremely low for most patients-especially with normal kidney function. Here’s what you really need to know.
Bronchiectasis is a chronic lung condition causing daily cough and mucus buildup. Learn how daily airway clearance, smart antibiotic use, and hydration can break the infection cycle and slow lung damage.
Prescription labels vary wildly across pharmacies and states because there's no national standard. This inconsistency causes confusion, errors, and even dangerous mistakes. Here's why your pill bottle looks different every time - and what you can do about it.
Learn the signs of high blood sugar, how to respond to a hyperglycemia emergency, and what causes dangerous spikes. Know when to act at home and when to seek emergency care.
Fluoroquinolones and macrolides can prolong the QT interval, raising the risk of deadly heart rhythms. Learn who’s at risk, how to monitor with accurate ECG measurements, and when to stop these antibiotics to prevent cardiac arrest.
Phenytoin has a narrow therapeutic window, making generic substitutions risky. Learn when and how to monitor blood levels to avoid toxicity or seizures, especially after switching formulations.
