Archive: 2026/01 - Page 2
- By Percival Harrington
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- 10 Jan 2026
Hemodialysis vs. Peritoneal Dialysis: What You Need to Know About Kidney Replacement Therapies
Hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis both treat kidney failure, but they work very differently. One happens in a clinic, the other at home. Learn which might be right for you based on lifestyle, health, and long-term outcomes.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 7 Jan 2026
How to Prevent Wrong-Dose Errors with Liquid Medications: A Practical Guide for Caregivers and Clinicians
Wrong-dose errors with liquid medications are a leading cause of preventable harm. Learn how oral syringes, mL-only labeling, and ENFit connectors can stop these errors at home and in clinics.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 5 Jan 2026
Opioids and Low Testosterone: Symptoms and How to Treat It
Long-term opioid use can suppress testosterone, causing fatigue, low libido, and muscle loss. Learn the symptoms, how to test for it, and safe treatment options including testosterone therapy and lifestyle changes.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 4 Jan 2026
How to Discuss Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Plans for Medication Safety
Learn how to have clear, evidence-based conversations with your provider about medications during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Get practical questions to ask, tools to use, and what to avoid to protect both your health and your baby’s.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 3 Jan 2026
How to Read Expiration Dates on Medication Packaging Correctly
Learn how to read expiration dates on medication packaging, understand what they really mean, and avoid dangerous mistakes with expired pills, liquids, and prescriptions. Know which drugs are risky and how to store them safely.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 3 Jan 2026
Dechallenge and Rechallenge in Drug Side Effects: What These Tests Mean
Dechallenge and rechallenge are key methods used to confirm if a drug is causing side effects. Stopping the drug to see if symptoms improve is dechallenge; restarting it to see if the reaction returns is rechallenge. These steps help doctors and regulators determine true drug-caused reactions.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 1 Jan 2026
Menopause and Hormone Therapy: What You Need to Know About Benefits and Risks
Hormone therapy for menopause can dramatically reduce hot flashes and protect bone health-but only if used correctly. Learn who benefits most, which forms are safest, and when to avoid it.