Author: Caspian Fairholm

Arrhythmias Explained: Atrial Fibrillation, Bradycardia, and Tachycardia 25 Nov 2025

Arrhythmias Explained: Atrial Fibrillation, Bradycardia, and Tachycardia

Learn about the three most common heart rhythm disorders-atrial fibrillation, bradycardia, and tachycardia-what causes them, how they’re diagnosed, and how to manage them effectively.

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Safe Migraine Treatments During Pregnancy and Lactation: What Works Without Risk 24 Nov 2025

Safe Migraine Treatments During Pregnancy and Lactation: What Works Without Risk

Learn safe, evidence-based migraine treatments during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Discover which medications work, which to avoid, and how non-drug methods like magnesium and Cefaly can reduce attacks without risk to your baby.

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Carbohydrate Counting for Diabetes: A Complete Beginner's Guide 23 Nov 2025

Carbohydrate Counting for Diabetes: A Complete Beginner's Guide

Learn how to count carbohydrates for diabetes management with this beginner-friendly guide. Understand carb servings, insulin ratios, food labels, and practical tools to control blood sugar without giving up your favorite foods.

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Antibiotics and Birth Control Pills: What Really Happens? Facts vs. Myths 22 Nov 2025

Antibiotics and Birth Control Pills: What Really Happens? Facts vs. Myths

Most antibiotics don't affect birth control pills-only rifampin and rifabutin do. Learn the facts, bust the myths, and know exactly when you need backup contraception.

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Recent Legislative Changes to Amendment Substitution in U.S. Congress: 2023-2025 Updates 21 Nov 2025

Recent Legislative Changes to Amendment Substitution in U.S. Congress: 2023-2025 Updates

Between 2023 and 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives overhauled how amendments are substituted during legislative proceedings. New rules require advance filings, digital submissions, and strict review thresholds-shifting power to the majority party and increasing legislative efficiency.

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NSAIDs and Kidney Disease: How to Prevent Acute Kidney Injury 20 Nov 2025

NSAIDs and Kidney Disease: How to Prevent Acute Kidney Injury

NSAIDs like ibuprofen and naproxen can cause acute kidney injury, especially in people with existing kidney disease or other risk factors. Learn how to use them safely and what alternatives work better.

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Quality and Efficacy: Are Authorized Generics as Good as Brand-Name Drugs? 20 Nov 2025

Quality and Efficacy: Are Authorized Generics as Good as Brand-Name Drugs?

Authorized generics are the exact same medication as brand-name drugs, made by the same company with identical ingredients. Learn why they're just as effective, how they differ from regular generics, and when to ask for them at the pharmacy.

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GERD Management: Diet, Lifestyle, and Acid Reflux Medications 19 Nov 2025

GERD Management: Diet, Lifestyle, and Acid Reflux Medications

Learn how to manage GERD with diet, lifestyle changes, and medications. Discover what foods trigger acid reflux, how PPIs and new drugs like vonoprazan work, and when surgery like LINX may be the best option.

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Benzodiazepines and Birth Defect Risks: What Pregnant Women Need to Know 19 Nov 2025

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

Benzodiazepines during pregnancy may slightly increase the risk of birth defects, especially with higher doses or alprazolam. Learn what the latest research says and what safer alternatives exist.

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How to Prevent Wrong-Dose Errors with Liquid Medications: A Practical Guide for Caregivers and Clinicians 19 Nov 2025

How to Prevent Wrong-Dose Errors with Liquid Medications: A Practical Guide for Caregivers and Clinicians

Learn how to prevent dangerous wrong-dose errors with liquid medications using oral syringes, metric measurements, and simple safety steps. Essential for caregivers and healthcare providers.

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