Author: Percival Harrington
- By Percival Harrington
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- 23 Nov 2025
Vitamin D and Endocrine Health: What You Need to Know About Targets and Supplementation
Vitamin D is more than a bone vitamin - it's a hormone that regulates calcium, insulin, immunity, and blood pressure. Learn who needs supplementation, why levels don't always explain symptoms, and what the latest science says about its role in endocrine health.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 22 Nov 2025
GLP-1s for PCOS and Obesity: Real Weight Loss and Metabolic Benefits
GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide and liraglutide offer significant weight loss and metabolic improvements for women with PCOS, especially those with obesity and insulin resistance. Learn how they work, how they compare to metformin, and what to expect before starting.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 21 Nov 2025
Deprescribing Research: What Happens When You Reduce Medications in Older Adults
Deprescribing reduces unnecessary medications in older adults to improve safety and quality of life. Research shows it lowers pill burden, reduces falls and hospitalizations, and restores well-being-when done carefully with patient input.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 20 Nov 2025
Parkinson’s DBS: How Deep Brain Stimulation Works and Who Qualifies
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) can dramatically reduce Parkinson’s motor symptoms for those who respond to levodopa. Learn who qualifies, what to expect, and how modern DBS systems work better than ever.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 19 Nov 2025
Dry Eyes from Medications: How to Relieve Symptoms with Lubrication and Lifestyle Changes
Medications like antidepressants, blood pressure pills, and allergy drugs can cause dry eyes by reducing tear production. Learn how preservative-free drops, warm compresses, omega-3s, and lifestyle changes can relieve symptoms safely and effectively.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 19 Nov 2025
Vaccinations While on Immunosuppressants: Live vs Inactivated Guidance 2025
Learn the 2025 guidelines for safe vaccination while on immunosuppressants. Know which vaccines to avoid, when to get them, and how to maximize protection without risking infection.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 18 Nov 2025
How Isosorbide Dinitrate Lowers Hospitalization Rates in Heart Patients
Isosorbide dinitrate helps reduce hospitalizations in heart patients by easing chest pain and reducing fluid buildup. Used daily, it lowers heart strain and improves quality of life - especially for those with chronic angina or heart failure.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 18 Nov 2025
Blood Clots and Pregnancy: What Every Expectant Mother Should Know
Blood clots during pregnancy are rare but dangerous. Learn the real risks, warning signs, and what to do if you're at risk - so you can stay safe and informed.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 17 Nov 2025
Adverse Event Reporting: What Pharmacists Must Know About Generic Medication Safety
Pharmacists play a critical role in spotting and reporting adverse reactions to generic medications. Learn why under-reporting is dangerous, what you're legally required to do, and how to report safely and efficiently.
- By Percival Harrington
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- 17 Nov 2025
How to Prepare for a Medicare Annual Medication Review
Learn how to prepare for your Medicare Annual Medication Review to catch dangerous drug interactions, lower costs, and improve your health. Step-by-step guide for seniors on what to bring, what to ask, and what happens next.