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Roger Donoghue 28 January 2026 10
How to Talk to Doctors About Senior Medications: A Clear Guide for Patients and Caregivers

How to Talk to Doctors About Senior Medications: A Clear Guide for Patients and Caregivers

Learn how to talk to doctors about senior medications safely and effectively. Discover what to bring, what to ask, and how to avoid dangerous drug interactions and unnecessary prescriptions.

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Roger Donoghue 24 January 2026 12
Thyroid Cancer: Understanding Types, Radioactive Iodine Therapy, and Thyroidectomy

Thyroid Cancer: Understanding Types, Radioactive Iodine Therapy, and Thyroidectomy

Thyroid cancer is highly treatable, especially papillary and follicular types. Learn how radioactive iodine therapy works, what thyroidectomy involves, and why overtreatment is a growing concern in modern care.

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Roger Donoghue 22 January 2026 14
Portal Vein Thrombosis: How Diagnosis and Anticoagulation Improve Outcomes

Portal Vein Thrombosis: How Diagnosis and Anticoagulation Improve Outcomes

Portal vein thrombosis is a serious but treatable condition affecting blood flow to the liver. Early diagnosis and anticoagulation significantly improve survival and prevent complications like variceal bleeding and intestinal ischemia.

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Roger Donoghue 17 January 2026 14
Causality Assessment for Adverse Drug Reactions: How the Naranjo Scale Works in Real-World Practice

Causality Assessment for Adverse Drug Reactions: How the Naranjo Scale Works in Real-World Practice

The Naranjo Scale is a simple, 10-question tool used worldwide to determine if a drug caused an adverse reaction. Learn how it works, where it shines, and why it's still essential in drug safety today.

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Roger Donoghue 15 January 2026 9
Managing Blood Sugar Levels: A1C Targets and Daily Glucose Monitoring

Managing Blood Sugar Levels: A1C Targets and Daily Glucose Monitoring

Learn how A1C targets and daily glucose monitoring work together to manage diabetes effectively. Understand personalized goals, CGM benefits, real-world challenges, and how to avoid common pitfalls.

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Roger Donoghue 10 January 2026 0
Pharmacist Authority in Substitution: Legal Scope of Practice Across U.S. States

Pharmacist Authority in Substitution: Legal Scope of Practice Across U.S. States

Pharmacists can legally substitute generic drugs in all U.S. states, but therapeutic substitution rules vary widely. Learn how state laws shape medication access, cost savings, and patient safety.

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Roger Donoghue 8 January 2026 9
Echinacea and Immunosuppressants: Why Mixing Them Can Be Dangerous

Echinacea and Immunosuppressants: Why Mixing Them Can Be Dangerous

Echinacea may seem like a safe immune booster, but for people on immunosuppressants, it can interfere with life-saving medications. Learn why mixing them is dangerous and what to do instead.

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Roger Donoghue 6 January 2026 13
ECG and Stress Tests: What You Need to Know About Heart Diagnostic Tests

ECG and Stress Tests: What You Need to Know About Heart Diagnostic Tests

ECG and stress tests are key tools for detecting heart problems like coronary artery disease. Learn how they work, what they reveal, and why they’re still the first step in heart diagnostics today.

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Roger Donoghue 4 January 2026 12
Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Painful Nodules and Biologic Therapy Explained

Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Painful Nodules and Biologic Therapy Explained

Hidradenitis suppurativa causes painful, recurring nodules that don't respond to standard treatments. Biologic therapies like adalimumab, secukinumab, and bimekizumab now offer real relief by targeting the root inflammation. Learn how they work, who they help most, and what to expect.

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Roger Donoghue 3 January 2026 8
Hyponatremia and Hypernatremia in Kidney Disease: What You Need to Know

Hyponatremia and Hypernatremia in Kidney Disease: What You Need to Know

Hyponatremia and hypernatremia are common, dangerous electrolyte imbalances in kidney disease. Learn how kidney failure disrupts sodium balance, the real risks, and what actually works in treatment - backed by current guidelines and research.

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