Archive: 2026/02
- By Percival Harrington
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- 18 Feb 2026
Strep Throat: How to Diagnose It, What Antibiotics Work, and How Long Recovery Takes
Strep throat is a bacterial infection that needs proper diagnosis and antibiotics. Learn the key symptoms, testing options, best treatments, and what to expect during recovery - plus how to avoid common mistakes that lead to complications.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 16 Feb 2026
Double-Checking Medication Strength and Quantity Before Leaving the Pharmacy
Double-checking medication strength and quantity before dispensing prevents fatal dosing errors. Learn the three-step method pharmacies use to stop mistakes, why labels matter, and what patients can do to stay safe.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 12 Feb 2026
Sarcopenia: How Strength Training Slows Age-Related Muscle Loss
Sarcopenia is the progressive loss of muscle mass and strength with age, affecting up to half of people over 80. Strength training is the most effective way to slow or reverse it - improving mobility, preventing falls, and keeping independence.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 9 Feb 2026
Medications That Reduce Sweating and Cause Heat Intolerance
Many common medications reduce sweating and increase heat intolerance, raising the risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Learn which drugs are most dangerous and how to stay safe in hot weather.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 7 Feb 2026
How to Talk to Your Doctor About Taking Your Medications Correctly
Talking openly with your doctor about medication adherence can dramatically improve your health outcomes. Learn why honest communication matters, what works best, and how to start the conversation - without shame or judgment.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 5 Feb 2026
How to Involve Family and Caregivers in Medication Support: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn practical steps to involve family or caregivers in managing medications. Reduce errors, improve adherence, and prevent hospital visits with simple strategies for medication support.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 4 Feb 2026
Batch Release Testing: Critical Final Checks Before Pharmaceutical Distribution
Batch release testing is the mandatory final quality check for pharmaceutical products, ensuring each drug batch meets safety and efficacy standards before reaching patients. This process prevents recalls, protects public health, and involves rigorous analytical tests under strict regulatory guidelines.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 3 Feb 2026
Manufacturing Oversight: How FDA Ensures Generic Drug Safety
The FDA ensures generic drug safety through strict bioequivalence standards, cGMP inspections, and continuous post-market surveillance. Every generic must match the brand-name drug in quality, strength, and performance.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 2 Feb 2026
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: How to Relieve Ear Pressure and Restore Hearing
Eustachian tube dysfunction causes ear pressure, muffled hearing, and popping. Learn how to relieve it at home, when to see a doctor, and what treatments work - from nasal sprays to balloon dilation.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 1 Feb 2026
Antibiotic Rashes: When to Stop the Drug and Call the Doctor
Most antibiotic rashes aren't allergic reactions. Learn how to tell the difference between a harmless rash and a dangerous one, when to stop the drug, and why continuing antibiotics often saves lives.