Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that destroys insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. Learn how it differs from type 2, why early detection matters, and what new treatments like teplizumab and stem cell therapy are changing the game.
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that destroys insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. Learn how it differs from type 2, why early detection matters, and what new treatments like teplizumab and stem cell therapy are changing the game.
Specialists often choose brand-name drugs over generics because of clinical risks, complex patient needs, and a broken pricing system that rewards high-cost drugs. Here's why the trend persists-and who's really paying the price.
Biosimilars save patients and the healthcare system billions by offering safe, effective alternatives to expensive brand biologics. Learn how much they cost, why adoption is slow, and what’s needed to unlock their full potential.
SGLT2 inhibitors help manage type 2 diabetes but carry a risk of euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis (euDKA)-a dangerous condition that can occur even with normal blood sugar. Learn the symptoms, risk factors, and how to stay safe.
Learn how to manage sodium, potassium, and phosphorus with a renal diet for chronic kidney disease. Practical tips, food lists, and science-backed guidelines to protect your kidneys and avoid complications.
Saxagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor that helps manage type 2 diabetes by boosting natural insulin release without causing weight gain or low blood sugar. It's a safe, once-daily pill often used with metformin, especially for older adults and those with kidney issues.
Learn how structured conversations about medication side effects help patients make confident, personalized treatment choices. Discover proven scripts, real-world examples, and why shared decision-making works better than traditional advice.
Most people labeled penicillin-allergic aren’t truly allergic. Accurate testing can safely remove this label, reducing risky antibiotics, lowering costs, and preventing deadly infections like C. diff.
Aygestin (norethindrone) is used for birth control and endometriosis, but alternatives like Opill, IUDs, and non-hormonal options may offer better fit, cost, or side effect profiles. Find out which one works best for your needs.
Learn how pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic drug interactions affect your meds-why some change drug levels, others change your body's response, and how to stay safe on multiple medications.