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Chronic Pain: What Happens When It Lasts Over Three Months and Takes Over Your Life
Chronic Pain: What Happens When It Lasts Over Three Months and Takes Over Your Life
Graham Everly November 16, 2025

Chronic pain lasting over three months is a recognized disease, not just a symptom. Learn how it affects sleep, work, and relationships-and what actually works to manage it, based on the latest science and patient experiences.

Eating Out With Diabetes: Smart Carb Choices and Portion Control
Eating Out With Diabetes: Smart Carb Choices and Portion Control
Graham Everly November 16, 2025

Learn how to enjoy restaurant meals with diabetes by using the plate method, spotting hidden carbs, and controlling portions-without giving up social dining.

Provider Education: Understanding Biosimilar Differences
Provider Education: Understanding Biosimilar Differences
Graham Everly November 15, 2025

Biosimilars offer major cost savings but are often confused with generics. Learn how they differ, why provider education is critical, and what you need to know to use them safely and effectively.

When to Call Poison Control vs. Emergency Services for Overdose
When to Call Poison Control vs. Emergency Services for Overdose
Graham Everly November 14, 2025

Learn exactly when to call Poison Control versus 911 during an overdose. Critical signs, real-world data, and expert guidelines to save a life without wasting precious time.

Fall Risk in Older Adults on Sedating Antihistamines: Prevention Strategies
Fall Risk in Older Adults on Sedating Antihistamines: Prevention Strategies
Graham Everly November 13, 2025

First-generation antihistamines like Benadryl significantly increase fall risk in older adults due to sedation and impaired balance. Learn why they're dangerous, which safer alternatives exist, and how to prevent falls through medication changes and non-drug strategies.

Metronidazole Resistance: Why It's Growing and How to Stop It
Metronidazole Resistance: Why It's Growing and How to Stop It
Graham Everly October 31, 2025

Metronidazole resistance is rising due to overuse and misuse. Learn why it happens, who’s at risk, and how to prevent or treat resistant infections with smarter, evidence-based choices.

Meloxicam and Rheumatoid Arthritis: What You Need to Know
Meloxicam and Rheumatoid Arthritis: What You Need to Know
Graham Everly October 29, 2025

Meloxicam helps manage pain and inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis but doesn't stop joint damage. Learn how it works, its risks, alternatives, and how to use it safely with other treatments.

High-Altitude Travel and Sedatives: What You Must Know About Respiratory Risks
High-Altitude Travel and Sedatives: What You Must Know About Respiratory Risks
Graham Everly October 28, 2025

Taking sedatives at high altitude can dangerously suppress your breathing and increase the risk of life-threatening altitude sickness. Learn what drugs to avoid, safer alternatives, and how to acclimate properly.

Clindamycin vs Alternatives: What Works Best for Bacterial Infections
Clindamycin vs Alternatives: What Works Best for Bacterial Infections
Graham Everly October 27, 2025

Clindamycin is effective for certain infections but carries a high risk of C. diff. Learn how it compares to amoxicillin, metronidazole, doxycycline, and other alternatives - and which one is truly safer and more appropriate for your condition.

How Mefenamic Acid Affects the Immune System: Risks and Mechanisms
How Mefenamic Acid Affects the Immune System: Risks and Mechanisms
Graham Everly October 26, 2025

Explore how mefenamic acid influences immune function, the risks for infection and autoimmunity, and practical tips for safe use.

Fluvoxamine for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): A Potential Treatment Option
Fluvoxamine for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): A Potential Treatment Option
Graham Everly October 25, 2025

Explore how fluvoxamine, an SSRI, may help treat Seasonal Affective Disorder, its evidence, dosing, side‑effects, and how it compares to light therapy and other options.

Procyclidine Explained: Mechanism, Uses, and Side Effects
Procyclidine Explained: Mechanism, Uses, and Side Effects
Graham Everly October 24, 2025

Explore how Procyclidine works, its uses for Parkinson's and dystonia, key side effects, dosing tips, and drug interactions in a clear, science‑backed guide.