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How Natural Disasters Cause Drug Shortages: Climate Risks to Your Medications
Natural disasters like hurricanes and floods are increasingly causing life-threatening drug shortages. From insulin to IV fluids, climate change is disrupting the supply chains that deliver essential medications-putting millions of patients at risk.
MoreHyperthyroidism and Stimulant Medications: Heart and Anxiety Risks
Hyperthyroidism and stimulant medications like Adderall can dangerously increase heart rate and anxiety. Learn why this combo is risky, what symptoms to watch for, and safer alternatives.
MoreClostridioides difficile: Understanding Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea and How to Prevent It
Clostridioides difficile causes severe antibiotic-associated diarrhea and can be life-threatening. Learn how it spreads, why antibiotics trigger it, and the most effective ways to prevent and treat it-based on the latest 2023 guidelines.
MoreMetformin for PCOS: How It Boosts Ovulation and Insulin Sensitivity
Metformin helps women with PCOS ovulate by improving insulin sensitivity, lowering testosterone, and restoring menstrual cycles. It's especially effective for lean women and works best when combined with other fertility treatments.
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