Author: Natala Menezes

Parkinson’s Disease: Understanding Tremor, Stiffness, and How Dopamine Replacement Works

Natala Menezes
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December 20
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Parkinson’s disease causes tremor, stiffness, and slowness due to dopamine loss in the brain. Dopamine replacement with levodopa helps control symptoms but brings long-term challenges. Learn how treatment works, why timing matters, and what’s new in care.

Drug Withdrawals and Recalls: Why Medications Get Removed from the Market

Natala Menezes
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December 19
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Medications are pulled from the market when they're found to be unsafe or ineffective. Learn how the FDA decides to withdraw drugs, why it took so long in the past, and how new 2023 rules are protecting patients from harmful delays.

What Does a Medication Expiration Date Really Mean for Your Safety?

Natala Menezes
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December 18
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Medication expiration dates guarantee potency and safety under ideal conditions, but many drugs remain effective years later. Learn which expired medicines are safe and which can be dangerous, and how storage affects their lifespan.

Benzodiazepine Overdose: Emergency Treatment and Monitoring

Natala Menezes
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December 17
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Benzodiazepine overdose rarely kills alone but becomes deadly when mixed with opioids or alcohol. Learn the emergency ABCDE protocol, why flumazenil is rarely used, and how to properly monitor patients for safe recovery.

Medications to Avoid While Pregnant: Safety Warnings and Safe Alternatives

Natala Menezes
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December 16
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Learn which medications to avoid during pregnancy and what safe alternatives exist for pain, allergies, depression, and more. Updated with 2025 FDA warnings on acetaminophen and NSAIDs.

Statins in Liver Disease: Safety and Cardiovascular Benefits Explained

Natala Menezes
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December 15
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Statins are safe and effective for people with liver disease, reducing heart attack risk and even improving liver outcomes. Learn the latest evidence on which statins to use, who benefits most, and why doctors are still underprescribing them.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: How Trauma Processing and Medication Work Together

Natala Menezes
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December 15
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PTSD treatment combines trauma-focused therapy and medication to help the brain process trauma and reduce symptoms like nightmares, flashbacks, and hypervigilance. SSRIs like sertraline and prazosin for nightmares are key tools, but therapy offers lasting results.

How to Read Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling on Drugs: A Clear Guide for 2025

Natala Menezes
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December 15
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Learn how to read the new FDA pregnancy and lactation drug labels that replaced outdated letter categories. Get clear guidance on risks, breastfeeding safety, and what to ask your doctor in 2025.

Sunscreen Science: How SPF, UVA, and UVB Really Work for Daily Skin Protection

Natala Menezes
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December 12
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Learn how SPF, UVA, and UVB really affect your skin and why daily sunscreen use is essential - not just for beach days, but for preventing premature aging and skin cancer year-round.

Food Labels and Allergies: Hidden Allergens and Safety in 2025

Natala Menezes
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December 11
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Learn how 2025 FDA food labeling rules change how allergens like milk, eggs, and shellfish are declared - and how to stay safe from hidden allergens on packaged foods.

When to Seek a Second Opinion About Medication Side Effects

Natala Menezes
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December 9
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Learn when to seek a second opinion about medication side effects-key signs, drug classes to watch, how to prepare, and what to expect. Real data, real stories, real safety.

How to Tell Food Allergies Apart from Medication Allergies

Natala Menezes
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December 8
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Learn how to tell the difference between food and medication allergies based on timing, symptoms, immune response, and testing. Misdiagnosis can lead to dangerous health risks and unnecessary drug avoidance.