Author: Tessa Marley

6 January 2026 0 Comments Tessa Marley

Osteoporosis Risk: How to Stop Bone Density Loss and Prevent Fractures

Osteoporosis isn't just about aging - it's preventable. Learn how calcium, vitamin D, exercise, and fall-proofing your home can stop bone density loss and prevent fractures - even after 50.

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5 January 2026 1 Comments Tessa Marley

Diabetic Eye Screening: How Often You Need It and How Teleophthalmology Is Changing the Game

Diabetic eye screening saves vision-but most people skip it. Learn the right frequency based on your diabetes type and how teleophthalmology is making screenings easier, faster, and more accessible-even in rural areas.

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3 January 2026 2 Comments Tessa Marley

Statin Medications: What You Need to Know About Cholesterol Benefits and Muscle Pain Risks

Statin medications lower LDL cholesterol and reduce heart attack risk by up to 60%, but muscle pain affects 5-29% of users. Learn how to balance benefits and side effects with practical steps and real-world advice.

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3 January 2026 5 Comments Tessa Marley

Aspirin Therapy for Heart Disease Prevention: Who Should Take It in 2026?

Aspirin is no longer recommended for most people to prevent heart disease. Learn who still benefits from daily low-dose aspirin in 2026 - and who should stop to avoid dangerous bleeding risks.

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1 January 2026 6 Comments Tessa Marley

Migraine Combination Medications: Generic Options and Their Real-World Effectiveness

Generic migraine combination medications like sumatriptan/naproxen and acetaminophen/aspirin/caffeine offer better pain relief at a fraction of the cost of brand-name drugs. Learn which combos work, who should use them, and how to avoid common mistakes.

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31 December 2025 4 Comments Tessa Marley

Combo Generics vs Individual Components: The Real Cost Difference

Combo pills may seem convenient, but when made from generic ingredients, they often cost 10x more than buying the same drugs separately. Here's how to spot the overcharges and save hundreds a month.

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30 December 2025 5 Comments Tessa Marley

Medication Dosage Adjustments for Aging Bodies and Organs

Aging changes how your body handles medicine. Learn why seniors need lower doses, which drugs are most risky, and how kidney and liver function affect safety. Practical steps to avoid dangerous reactions.

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29 December 2025 6 Comments Tessa Marley

Why Generic Drug Shortages Happen: Manufacturing and Supply Chain Problems

Generic drug shortages are caused by manufacturing failures, global supply chain risks, low profit margins, and market concentration. These aren't random events-they're the result of a broken economic system that makes reliable production unprofitable.

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28 December 2025 8 Comments Tessa Marley

Keratosis Pilaris: How to Smooth Rough Bumps on Skin

Keratosis pilaris causes rough, bumpy skin on arms and thighs. Learn what actually works to smooth it-lactic acid, urea, ceramides-and what doesn’t. No miracles, just science-backed steps.

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27 December 2025 9 Comments Tessa Marley

Rationing Medications: How Ethical Decisions Are Made During Drug Shortages

When life-saving drugs run out, hospitals use ethical frameworks to decide who gets treatment. Learn how rationing works, who makes the calls, and why transparency matters.

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26 December 2025 11 Comments Tessa Marley

Social Media Education for Patients: Using Digital Platforms to Teach Generics

Social media is now the top place patients turn to learn about generic medications. Learn how clinics and pharmacies are using Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook to build trust, correct myths, and improve medication adherence with real, authentic content.

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25 December 2025 10 Comments Tessa Marley

Common Pharmacist Concerns About Generic Substitution: What They Really Think

Pharmacists regularly substitute brand-name drugs with generics to cut costs, but patient skepticism, lack of doctor communication, and risks with certain medications make this practice far more complex than it seems.

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