Author: Derek Watson - Page 8

Radiation therapy kills cancer cells by shattering their DNA, triggering cell death through multiple biological pathways. Modern techniques target tumors precisely while sparing healthy tissue, and new research shows it can also activate the immune system to fight cancer.

Pill packs and blister packaging help seniors take medications safely by organizing doses by day and time. They reduce errors, improve adherence, and give independence to those managing multiple prescriptions.

Learn how to properly store and use besifloxacin eye drops to ensure they remain effective. Avoid common mistakes that can reduce potency and risk treatment failure.

Compare Clarinex (desloratadine) to Claritin, Zyrtec, and Allegra to find the best allergy medication for your symptoms, budget, and lifestyle. Learn which works fastest, causes the least drowsiness, and offers the best value.

Remote monitoring apps and wearable devices now detect dangerous medication side effects before they become emergencies. Learn how AI-powered tools like Medisafe and AiCure are reducing hospitalizations by tracking real-time body signals.

Most medications pass into breast milk in tiny, harmless amounts. Learn how drugs enter milk, which ones are safe, and how to minimize infant exposure without stopping breastfeeding.

Learn how EU citizens can legally access generic drugs across borders using ePrescriptions and MyHealth@EU. Discover how the system works, who can use it, and what’s changing in 2025 to make cross-border pharmacy services faster and fairer.

Learn how to talk about mental health medication without shame. Discover proven strategies to reduce stigma, improve provider communication, and normalize treatment as part of overall health.

Certain medications can dangerously worsen COPD by suppressing breathing, thickening mucus, or narrowing airways. Learn which drugs to avoid - from opioids and sleep aids to beta-blockers and antihistamines - and what safer alternatives exist.

Learn how to report adverse events to the FDA for medications. Step-by-step guide for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers on using MedWatch and FAERS to improve drug safety.