Category: Health and Wellness - Page 3

Vaping and Lung Health: What the Evidence Shows About E-Cigarette Risks

Vaping is often seen as a safer alternative to smoking, but evidence shows it harms lung health. Learn about the toxins in e-cigarettes, links to COPD and EVALI, immune suppression, and why there's no safe level of vaping.

Cardiac Rehabilitation After Heart Attack or Surgery: What to Expect and Why It Works

Cardiac rehabilitation after a heart attack or surgery is a proven, life-saving program that combines exercise, education, and support to help you recover faster and reduce future heart risks. Learn how it works, who qualifies, and why so few people take advantage of it.

Drug Allergies vs. Side Effects: How to Tell Them Apart and Stay Safe

Learn how to tell the difference between a drug allergy and a side effect - why confusing them can lead to dangerous treatment choices, unnecessary costs, and missed healing opportunities.

Medical Power of Attorney and Medication Decisions: Planning Ahead

A Medical Power of Attorney lets you name someone to make medication and treatment decisions if you can't speak for yourself. Learn how to choose your agent, what to discuss, and why this simple step prevents family conflict and ensures your wishes are followed.

Hemochromatosis: How Iron Overload Damages Your Liver and How Phlebotomy Fixes It

Hemochromatosis is a genetic iron overload disorder that silently damages the liver, heart, and pancreas. Phlebotomy is the only proven treatment-removing blood regularly prevents irreversible harm and restores normal life expectancy.

Gabapentinoids and Fetal Development: What Pregnant Women Need to Know Now

Gabapentin and pregabalin are increasingly used in pregnancy for pain and anxiety, but new evidence shows risks like preterm birth, NICU admissions, and heart defects. What you need to know before continuing or stopping these drugs.

Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS): Symptoms, Causes, and What to Do

DRESS syndrome is a rare but deadly drug reaction causing fever, rash, and organ damage. Learn the warning signs, top triggers like allopurinol, why it's often missed, and what to do if you suspect it.

Ascites Management: How Sodium Restriction and Diuretics Really Work

Ascites management relies on sodium restriction and diuretics, but new research challenges old guidelines. Learn how much salt to really eat, which diuretics work best, and what to avoid to protect your liver and kidneys.

Pterygium: How Sun Exposure Causes Eye Growth and What Surgery Can Do

Pterygium is a sun-induced eye growth that can blur vision. Learn how UV exposure causes it, what surgery options exist, and how to prevent it before it affects your sight.

How to Monitor Kidney Function for Safe Senior Dosing

Learn how to accurately monitor kidney function in seniors to prevent dangerous medication errors. Discover which eGFR equations work best for older adults and what questions to ask your doctor.