Archive: 2026/01

How to Transport Medications in Hot and Cold Weather: A Practical Guide for Patients and Travelers

How to Transport Medications in Hot and Cold Weather: A Practical Guide for Patients and Travelers

Caspian Mortensen Jan, 22 2026 0

Learn how to safely transport insulin, vaccines, and other temperature-sensitive medications in extreme heat and cold. Avoid degradation, save money, and protect your health with simple, proven steps.

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Digital Mental Health: Apps, Teletherapy, and Privacy Considerations

Digital Mental Health: Apps, Teletherapy, and Privacy Considerations

Caspian Mortensen Jan, 21 2026 1

Digital mental health tools like apps and teletherapy are growing fast, but not all are safe or effective. Learn what works, what to avoid, and how to protect your privacy when seeking online mental health support.

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Guillain-Barré Syndrome: Understanding Acute Weakness and IVIG Treatment

Guillain-Barré Syndrome: Understanding Acute Weakness and IVIG Treatment

Caspian Mortensen Jan, 20 2026 3

Guillain-Barré Syndrome causes rapid muscle weakness and paralysis. IVIG treatment can stop the immune attack, shorten recovery, and save lives - but timing and access matter.

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How to Talk to Patients About Generic Medications Without Losing Their Trust

How to Talk to Patients About Generic Medications Without Losing Their Trust

Caspian Mortensen Jan, 18 2026 4

Learn how to talk to patients about generic medications in a way that builds trust, improves adherence, and saves money-without sounding dismissive or robotic. Practical, evidence-based strategies for pharmacists and providers.

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Latex Allergy: Cross-Reactivity and Workplace Management

Latex Allergy: Cross-Reactivity and Workplace Management

Caspian Mortensen Jan, 17 2026 8

Latex allergy affects healthcare workers and patients with spina bifida most severely. Learn about cross-reactive foods, workplace management, and how to prevent life-threatening reactions with non-latex alternatives and emergency planning.

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How Generic Substitution Laws Work: State-by-State Breakdown

How Generic Substitution Laws Work: State-by-State Breakdown

Caspian Mortensen Jan, 16 2026 6

Generic substitution laws vary wildly by state, affecting whether you get cheaper meds, need to give consent, or are even told about the switch. Here's how it works where you live.

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Medication Reviews: When Seniors Should Stop or Deprescribe Medicines

Medication Reviews: When Seniors Should Stop or Deprescribe Medicines

Caspian Mortensen Jan, 15 2026 8

Many seniors take too many medications that do more harm than good. Learn when and how to safely stop unnecessary drugs through deprescribing-a proven way to reduce falls, confusion, and hospital stays in older adults.

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How TRIPS Agreements Shape Global Access to Generic Medicines

How TRIPS Agreements Shape Global Access to Generic Medicines

Caspian Mortensen Jan, 14 2026 8

TRIPS rules force countries to protect pharmaceutical patents, making life-saving generic drugs expensive and hard to access. Learn how trade policy affects medicine prices and who really pays the cost.

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Clinical Trial Eligibility: How Biomarkers and Inclusion Criteria Shape Cancer Treatment

Clinical Trial Eligibility: How Biomarkers and Inclusion Criteria Shape Cancer Treatment

Caspian Mortensen Jan, 13 2026 8

Biomarkers are transforming cancer clinical trials by matching patients to treatments based on their unique biology. Learn how inclusion criteria now rely on genetic and molecular markers to improve success rates-and what this means for patients.

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Alcohol and Sleep Medications: The Hidden Danger of Combined Sedation

Alcohol and Sleep Medications: The Hidden Danger of Combined Sedation

Caspian Mortensen Jan, 12 2026 10

Mixing alcohol with sleep medications can cause life-threatening sedation, slowed breathing, and memory loss. Learn why even one drink with Ambien or Lunesta is dangerous-and what safer alternatives exist.

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