Category: Health and Wellness

26 Dec

How to Lower Sodium Intake to Manage Hypertension: Practical Steps That Work

Learn practical, science-backed ways to reduce sodium intake and lower blood pressure without sacrificing flavor. Real tips for eating out, reading labels, and using herbs instead of salt.

25 Dec

Older Adults on SSRIs: How to Prevent Hyponatremia and Falls

SSRIs help treat depression in older adults but can cause hyponatremia, leading to dizziness, confusion, and dangerous falls. Learn how to prevent these risks with safe testing, smarter medication choices, and early symptom recognition.

23 Dec

Meningitis: Types, Symptoms, and How Vaccines Prevent It

Learn the key types of meningitis, recognize the real symptoms, and understand how vaccines prevent this life-threatening infection. Get the facts on who needs shots and when to act.

22 Dec

Sick Day Rules for Diabetes: Insulin, Hydration, and Ketone Checks

Learn the essential sick day rules for diabetes: never skip insulin, hydrate properly based on blood sugar levels, and check ketones regularly to prevent dangerous complications like diabetic ketoacidosis.

20 Dec

Workplace Accommodations for Medication Side Effects: What You Need to Know

Workplace accommodations for medication side effects help employees stay productive while managing prescription drug impacts. Learn what’s legally required, common solutions, and how to navigate the process safely and fairly.

4 Dec

Blood Pressure Targets: 120/80 vs. Individualized Goals for Better Heart Health

Should your blood pressure target be 120/80 or something higher? New guidelines show individualized goals often work better than rigid numbers. Learn what's right for your age, health, and lifestyle.

2 Dec

How to Childproof Your Home for Medication Safety

Accidental medicine poisoning is a leading cause of child injuries. Learn how to store medications safely, avoid dosing mistakes, and prevent kids from accessing pills with simple, proven steps backed by CDC and pediatric safety experts.

26 Nov

Gestational Diabetes: How to Manage Blood Sugar During Pregnancy

Learn how to manage gestational diabetes through diet, exercise, and blood sugar monitoring to ensure a healthy pregnancy and reduce long-term risks for both mother and baby.

23 Nov

TENS Therapy for Pain Relief: How Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Works

TENS therapy uses gentle electrical pulses to block pain signals and trigger natural painkillers. Learn how it works, where to place the pads, which settings to use, and who benefits most - without drugs or side effects.

20 Nov

Asthma During Pregnancy: Safe Medications and How They Protect Your Baby

Learn which asthma medications are safe during pregnancy and how uncontrolled asthma poses greater risks to your baby than the drugs used to treat it. Evidence-based guidance for moms-to-be.

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