Archive: 2026/01 - Page 3
Renal Ultrasound and Imaging: How to Evaluate Kidney Obstruction and Size
Renal ultrasound is the safest, fastest way to check for kidney obstruction and measure kidney size. Learn how doctors use size, blood flow, and hydronephrosis to diagnose blockages without radiation.
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PCOS and Weight: How Insulin Resistance Drives Fat Gain and What to Eat
PCOS makes weight loss harder due to insulin resistance. Learn how diet, timing, and movement can break the cycle of fat storage, cravings, and hormonal imbalance-without extreme diets.
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Low Back Pain: Acute vs. Chronic and What Physical Therapy Really Delivers
Learn the key differences between acute and chronic low back pain, how physical therapy works for each, and why timing is everything for recovery. Real outcomes, real data, no fluff.
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How to Safely Dispose of Unused Opioids to Prevent Misuse and Overdose
Learn how to safely dispose of unused opioids using take-back programs, deactivation pouches, or FDA-approved household methods to prevent misuse, accidental overdoses, and protect your family and community.
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Appetite Changes from Medication: Why They Happen and How to Manage
Medications can significantly increase or decrease your appetite, leading to weight gain or loss. Learn why this happens, which drugs are most likely to cause it, and how to manage it safely with diet, lifestyle, and medical support.
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SSRIs with NSAIDs: How This Common Medication Combo Raises GI Bleeding Risk and What to Do
Combining SSRIs and NSAIDs significantly raises the risk of dangerous gastrointestinal bleeding. Learn why this common drug combo is risky, who’s most vulnerable, and what steps to take to stay safe - including safer pain relief options and when to use protective medication.
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Shortage mitigation strategies: what health systems are doing to fight drug shortages
Health systems are using AI, regional sharing, alternative formulations, and care redesign to combat drug shortages. Here’s what’s working-and what’s still failing-in 2025.
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NSAIDs vs. Acetaminophen: Which Pain Relief Is Right for You?
NSAIDs and acetaminophen both relieve pain, but they work differently. Learn which is better for inflammation, headaches, arthritis, and long-term use-and how to avoid dangerous mistakes.
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