Author: Dan Ritchie

Balance Rehabilitation: Vestibular Exercises to Prevent Falls and Regain Stability

Balance Rehabilitation: Vestibular Exercises to Prevent Falls and Regain Stability

Vestibular rehabilitation therapy uses simple daily exercises to improve balance, reduce dizziness, and prevent falls-especially in older adults. Proven to cut fall risk by 53%, it’s a drug-free way to regain confidence and independence.

Counseling for Sexual Side Effects from Medications: What You Need to Know

Counseling for Sexual Side Effects from Medications: What You Need to Know

Sexual side effects from medications like antidepressants are common but rarely discussed. Learn what causes them, which drugs are most likely to cause problems, and how counseling and simple changes can help you stay on treatment and keep your sex life intact.

Are Generic Drugs Copies? The Truth Behind Generic Medications and Brand-Name Equivalents

Are Generic Drugs Copies? The Truth Behind Generic Medications and Brand-Name Equivalents

Generic drugs are not copies - they’re FDA-approved equivalents with the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs. Learn the truth about effectiveness, safety, cost, and when to stick with brand-name.

Authorized Generics List: Which Drugs Offer This Option?

Authorized Generics List: Which Drugs Offer This Option?

Authorized generics are identical to brand-name drugs but sold without the brand label. Learn which medications offer this lower-cost option and why they matter for patients sensitive to inactive ingredients.

How to Evaluate Online Pregnancy Medication Advice for Accuracy

How to Evaluate Online Pregnancy Medication Advice for Accuracy

Learn how to spot accurate online advice about medications during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Use trusted databases like LactMed and MotherToBaby to avoid dangerous myths and make safe choices.

Five Medication Safety Tips for Seniors and Caregivers

Five Medication Safety Tips for Seniors and Caregivers

Five proven medication safety tips for seniors and caregivers to prevent dangerous drug interactions, missed doses, and hospitalizations. Simple, practical steps backed by health experts and real-world data.

Lower GI Bleeding: What You Need to Know About Diverticula and Angiodysplasia

Lower GI Bleeding: What You Need to Know About Diverticula and Angiodysplasia

Lower GI bleeding from diverticula and angiodysplasia is common in older adults. Learn how to tell them apart, what tests are needed, and how each is treated-based on the latest guidelines and clinical evidence.

Hepatitis B: Managing Chronic Infection, Antivirals, and Vaccination Today

Hepatitis B: Managing Chronic Infection, Antivirals, and Vaccination Today

Chronic hepatitis B can silently damage the liver for years. Learn how antivirals like TAF and entecavir suppress the virus, who should be treated, why the vaccine is critical, and what’s next in HBV research.

Digital Therapeutics and Medication Interactions: What You Need to Know in 2025

Digital Therapeutics and Medication Interactions: What You Need to Know in 2025

Digital therapeutics are FDA-cleared software treatments that improve medication adherence and outcomes. Learn how they interact with drugs, who benefits most, and why doctors and patients need to understand these new digital therapies in 2025.

How to Check REMS Requirements Before Starting a Medication

How to Check REMS Requirements Before Starting a Medication

Learn how to check REMS requirements before starting a new medication to avoid delays, ensure safety, and comply with FDA regulations. Essential steps for patients and providers.