Author: Matt Cotton
Intentional Overdose: Mental Health Support and Crisis Resources
Intentional overdose is a leading method of suicide, especially among teens and adults with untreated mental illness. Learn how crisis resources like 988 and Crisis Text Line are saving lives-and why funding cuts could reverse hard-won progress.
Fertility Preservation Options Before Chemotherapy: What You Need to Know
Fertility preservation before chemotherapy can protect your ability to have children later. Learn the proven options - from egg freezing to sperm banking - and what actually works for men, women, and children facing cancer treatment.
Polycystic Kidney Disease: Genetic Disorder and Management
Polycystic kidney disease is a genetic disorder causing fluid-filled cysts to grow in the kidneys, leading to kidney failure. Learn how ADPKD and ARPKD differ, how to manage symptoms, and what new treatments are on the horizon.
Mental Health and Medication Non-Adherence: What Actually Helps
Medication non-adherence in mental health is a silent crisis affecting millions. Learn what actually works-from pharmacist-led care to long-acting injections-and why simple changes can save lives.
Geriatric Medication Safety: How to Protect Elderly Patients from Harmful Drug Interactions
Geriatric medication safety is critical as the elderly population grows. Learn how the Beers Criteria, polypharmacy risks, and new alternatives are helping prevent dangerous drug reactions in older adults.
How to Use Pill Packs and Blister Packaging for Seniors
Blister packs and pill packs help seniors take meds correctly by organizing doses by day and time. They reduce errors, improve adherence, and cut caregiver stress. Learn how they work, who benefits most, and how to get one.
Clarithromycin Drug Interactions: Dangerous Combinations to Avoid
Clarithromycin can cause deadly drug interactions, especially with colchicine and statins. Learn which combinations to avoid, who's at risk, and safer alternatives like azithromycin.
Recent Drug Safety Communications and Medication Recalls: What You Need to Know
Recent FDA drug safety alerts reveal new risks for opioids, ADHD meds, and Alzheimer's treatments. Learn what's changed, why it matters, and what you should do now.
Common Medications That Cause Allergies and Hypersensitivity
Many people think they're allergic to common drugs like penicillin or NSAIDs-but most aren't. Learn which medications truly cause allergic reactions, how to tell real allergies from side effects, and how testing can save you money and risk.
Cyclosporine Nephrotoxicity: How to Monitor Kidney Function and Drug Levels
Cyclosporine saves transplant patients but can damage kidneys. Learn how to monitor drug levels and kidney function to prevent toxicity, avoid dangerous interactions, and use modern testing methods like LC-MS/MS and C2 monitoring.