Author: Ezekiel Whittaker

Ezekiel Whittaker Jan, 30 2026 Health and Medicine

Switching Between Generic Medications: What You Need to Know

Switching between generic medications is common and usually safe - but not always. For drugs like levothyroxine and warfarin, even small changes in manufacturer can affect your health. Learn how to protect yourself.

Ezekiel Whittaker Jan, 29 2026 Health and Medicine

Antihistamines and Driving: What You Need to Know for Safe Travel

Many antihistamines impair driving as much as alcohol. Learn which ones are safe, which ones are dangerous, and how to avoid risking your life-or someone else's-on the road.

Ezekiel Whittaker Jan, 28 2026 Health and Medicine

Prescription Discount Programs and Coupons: Do They Actually Save Money?

Prescription discount programs like GoodRx can save hundreds on generic meds - but often do little for brand-name drugs. Learn how they work, who benefits most, and when to skip them entirely.

Ezekiel Whittaker Jan, 27 2026 Health and Medicine

Taking Medication with Food: When and Why It Reduces Side Effects

Taking medication with food can reduce side effects like nausea and stomach ulcers - or make them worse. Learn which drugs need food, which need an empty stomach, and how to avoid dangerous interactions.

Ezekiel Whittaker Jan, 26 2026 Health and Medicine

Sleep Medications and Sedatives in Seniors: Safer Sleep Strategies

Sleep medications for seniors often carry serious risks like falls, memory loss, and dementia. Learn safer alternatives, including CBT-I and newer drugs like lemborexant, and how to reduce or stop risky sleep aids safely.

Ezekiel Whittaker Jan, 24 2026 Health and Medicine

Severe Adverse Drug Reactions: When to Seek Emergency Help

Severe adverse drug reactions can be deadly. Learn the warning signs-like trouble breathing, swelling, or peeling skin-and what to do immediately. Don't wait. Act fast.

Ezekiel Whittaker Jan, 23 2026 Health and Medicine

Acne Scars: Microneedling, Lasers, and Topical Strategies That Actually Work

Acne scars are permanent but treatable. Learn how microneedling, lasers, and topical skincare work together to reduce scarring, based on clinical studies and real patient results. Find the best option for your skin type and scar depth.

Ezekiel Whittaker Jan, 22 2026 Health and Medicine

Survivorship Plans: What You Need to Know About Follow-Up, Screening, and Late Effects After Cancer

Survivorship care plans help cancer survivors navigate follow-up care, screen for recurrence, and manage late effects. Learn what’s in your plan, why it matters, and how to use it effectively.

Ezekiel Whittaker Jan, 21 2026 Health and Medicine

How to Recognize Medication Side Effects That Mimic Aging in Seniors

Many seniors experience confusion and memory loss not from aging, but from medications like Benadryl or bladder drugs. Learn how to spot these side effects, use the ACB score, and reverse symptoms through safe deprescribing.

Ezekiel Whittaker Jan, 20 2026 Health and Medicine

Presumed Consent in Pharmacy: When Pharmacists Can Switch Your Medication Without Asking

Presumed consent laws let pharmacists swap brand-name drugs for generics without asking you. While this saves billions, it can be risky for certain medications. Here's how it works, where it's dangerous, and what you can do to protect yourself.