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Roger Donoghue 28 December 2025 8
Huntington’s Disease: Understanding Genetics, Chorea, and Real-Life Care Planning

Huntington’s Disease: Understanding Genetics, Chorea, and Real-Life Care Planning

Huntington’s disease is a genetic neurodegenerative disorder causing chorea, cognitive decline, and psychiatric symptoms. Early care planning, not just medication, is key to managing progression and preserving quality of life.

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Roger Donoghue 27 December 2025 11
How Medicines Work and When They're Safe to Use

How Medicines Work and When They're Safe to Use

Learn how medicines work at a molecular level and what makes them safe-or dangerous-to use. Understand mechanisms of action, drug interactions, and how knowledge prevents harmful side effects.

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Roger Donoghue 26 December 2025 14
Analgesic Nephropathy: How NSAIDs Damage Kidneys and What to Use Instead

Analgesic Nephropathy: How NSAIDs Damage Kidneys and What to Use Instead

Analgesic nephropathy is kidney damage from long-term NSAID or acetaminophen use. Learn how it develops, who’s at risk, and safer alternatives to protect your kidneys without sacrificing pain relief.

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Roger Donoghue 25 December 2025 7
Antitrust Issues in Generic Substitution: How Big Pharma Blocks Cheaper Drugs

Antitrust Issues in Generic Substitution: How Big Pharma Blocks Cheaper Drugs

Big Pharma uses legal loopholes like product hopping and REMS abuse to block generic substitution, keeping drug prices high. Courts and the FTC are fighting back, but patients still pay the price.

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Roger Donoghue 24 December 2025 9
Switching Pharmacies: What Information You Need to Provide

Switching Pharmacies: What Information You Need to Provide

Switching pharmacies requires specific information, especially for controlled substances. Learn what details you need to provide, how transfers work under DEA rules, and how to avoid delays or denials when moving your prescriptions.

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Roger Donoghue 23 December 2025 8
Fluoxetine Activation: How to Manage Anxiety, Insomnia, and Timing for Better Results

Fluoxetine Activation: How to Manage Anxiety, Insomnia, and Timing for Better Results

Fluoxetine (Prozac) can cause anxiety and insomnia when first taken, but timing it for the morning and starting with a low dose can reduce side effects. Learn how to manage activation and when to switch medications.

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Roger Donoghue 22 December 2025 15
Acne: Types, Causes, and Topical vs. Oral Treatments

Acne: Types, Causes, and Topical vs. Oral Treatments

Acne affects 50 million Americans yearly and comes in many forms - from blackheads to cysts. Learn how to identify your type, what causes it, and which treatments - topical or oral - actually work based on science and real patient results.

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Roger Donoghue 21 December 2025 10
How to Teach Family Members to Recognize Overdose Symptoms

How to Teach Family Members to Recognize Overdose Symptoms

Learn how to teach family members to recognize opioid and stimulant overdose signs, use naloxone, and respond quickly to save a life. Evidence-based steps for real-world situations.

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Roger Donoghue 20 December 2025 12
Red Flags: When to Call Your Doctor About a Medication Problem

Red Flags: When to Call Your Doctor About a Medication Problem

Know when a medication side effect is harmless versus life-threatening. Learn the red flags that mean call 911, when to keep taking your drug, and how to report reactions to protect yourself and others.

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Roger Donoghue 18 December 2025 14
Intranasal Corticosteroids vs Antihistamines: Which Works Better and When to Use Them

Intranasal Corticosteroids vs Antihistamines: Which Works Better and When to Use Them

Intranasal corticosteroids are more effective than antihistamines for treating nasal allergy symptoms, especially when used as needed. Learn why they work better, when to use them, and how to combine them for best results.

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