Archive: 2026/01

Benzodiazepines and Birth Defect Risks: What Pregnant Women Need to Know

Benzodiazepines like alprazolam and lorazepam may increase risks of birth defects, miscarriage, and preterm birth during pregnancy. Learn what the latest research says and how to make safer choices.

How to Keep a Complete Medication List for Safe Care Coordination

Keep a complete, up-to-date medication list to prevent dangerous errors, improve care coordination, and protect your health during doctor visits, hospital stays, or pharmacy visits.

Peanut Allergy Prevention: When and How to Introduce Peanuts to Infants

Learn how introducing peanut-containing foods to infants between 4 and 6 months can reduce peanut allergy risk by up to 98%. Evidence-based guidelines, safe methods, and what to avoid.

Cumulative Drug Toxicity: How Side Effects Build Up Over Time

Cumulative drug toxicity occurs when medications build up in your body over time, causing side effects that appear years after starting treatment. Learn which drugs pose the highest risk and how to protect yourself.

Getting Enough Medication Before International Travel: A Practical Guide to Avoid Legal Trouble and Medical Emergencies

Learn how to safely bring prescription medications abroad without risking legal trouble, detention, or medical emergencies. Essential tips for travelers with chronic conditions.

Lithium and Thyroid Disease: How It Affects You and What to Do About It

Lithium is highly effective for bipolar disorder but can cause thyroid dysfunction in up to one-third of users. Learn how it affects thyroid function, how to monitor it, and what treatments work - including levothyroxine, selenium, and newer alternatives.

Sinusitis in Allergy Sufferers: Effective Treatment and When to See a Specialist

Allergy sufferers often struggle with chronic sinusitis that won’t clear with standard treatments. Learn the most effective therapies - from nasal steroids and saline rinses to biologics and immunotherapy - and when to see a specialist for lasting relief.

What Happens When You Don't Take Your Medication as Prescribed

Skipping your medication might seem harmless, but it leads to thousands of preventable deaths, hospitalizations, and billions in healthcare costs each year. Here’s what really happens when you don’t take your meds as prescribed.

How to Use Lockboxes for High-Risk Medications at Home: A Practical Safety Guide

Learn how to use medication lockboxes to safely store high-risk drugs like opioids and benzodiazepines at home. Prevent accidental poisonings, teen misuse, and overdoses with simple, proven steps.

How to Make a Medication Action Plan with Your Care Team

Learn how to create a personalized medication action plan with your doctor and pharmacist to improve adherence, avoid errors, and take control of your health. Simple steps for anyone taking multiple medicines.