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Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist About Potential Drug Interactions

Learn the essential questions to ask your pharmacist about drug interactions to avoid dangerous side effects, reduce emergency visits, and keep your medications working safely together.

01. 8.2026

Damien Lockhart

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Gestational Diabetes: How to Manage Blood Sugar During Pregnancy

Learn how to manage blood sugar during pregnancy with gestational diabetes through diet, exercise, monitoring, and when insulin is needed. Reduce risks for mom and baby with proven, practical steps.

01. 7.2026

Damien Lockhart

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Falls and Medications: Which Drugs Increase Fall Risk for Seniors

Many seniors take medications that increase fall risk-often without knowing. Learn which drugs are most dangerous, how combinations make things worse, and what steps you can take right now to prevent falls.

01. 6.2026

Damien Lockhart

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Decoding Prescription Label Abbreviations and Pharmacy Symbols: What You Need to Know

Learn what common prescription abbreviations like Rx, b.i.d., and o.d. really mean, why they’re dangerous, and how to protect yourself from medication errors. Get the plain English translations and safety tips you need.

01. 5.2026

Damien Lockhart

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Eyelid Disorders: Understanding Ptosis, Entropion, and When Surgery Is Needed

Learn how ptosis and entropion affect vision, what causes them, and when surgery is the best solution. Understand symptoms, treatments, and recovery for common eyelid disorders.

01. 4.2026

Damien Lockhart

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Fish Oil and Omega-3s: What the Evidence Really Says for Heart Health

Fish oil and omega-3s have been promoted for heart health for decades, but recent studies show mixed results. Learn who actually benefits from supplements and who doesn't, based on the latest clinical evidence.

01. 3.2026

Damien Lockhart

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Safe Migraine Treatments During Pregnancy and Lactation: What Works Without Risk

Learn safe, evidence-based migraine treatments for pregnancy and breastfeeding. Discover which medications are safe, which to avoid, and effective non-drug strategies that actually work without risking your baby's health.

01. 1.2026

Damien Lockhart

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