Author: Xander Killingsworth - Page 3
1 December 2025
Weight Loss and Sleep Apnea: How BMI Directly Impacts CPAP Pressure Needs
BMI directly affects how much pressure your CPAP machine needs to treat sleep apnea. Losing even 10% of your body weight can significantly reduce your AHI and lower CPAP pressure-sometimes eliminating the need for it entirely.
29 November 2025
PSA Screening Controversies: Why Shared Decision-Making Matters for Prostate Cancer
PSA screening for prostate cancer saves some lives but causes widespread overdiagnosis and unnecessary treatment. Shared decision-making ensures men understand the risks and benefits before testing.
28 November 2025
Weight Loss for NAFLD: Diet, Exercise, and Medication Options
Weight loss is the most effective treatment for MASH (fatty liver disease). Learn how diet, exercise, and the new FDA-approved drug semaglutide can reverse liver damage and improve metabolic health.
27 November 2025
Opioids and Liver Disease: How Impaired Liver Function Changes Pain Medication Risks
Opioids can become dangerously toxic in liver disease due to impaired metabolism. Learn how liver damage alters drug processing, which opioids are riskiest, and how to adjust doses safely to avoid overdose and worsening liver damage.
26 November 2025
Calcium, Iron, and Mineral Interactions with Medications: What You Need to Know
Calcium and iron supplements can block antibiotics, thyroid meds, and heartburn drugs from working. Learn how to time them right to avoid dangerous interactions and keep your treatments effective.
25 November 2025
How to Find Safe Licensed Online Pharmacies
Learn how to spot safe, licensed online pharmacies and avoid dangerous fake sites selling counterfeit drugs. Use verified tools like VIPPS and PharmacyChecker to protect your health.
24 November 2025
Medication Storage and Authenticity: How to Protect Your Home Supply from Counterfeits and Accidental Poisoning
Learn how to safely store medications at home to prevent accidental poisoning, teen misuse, and counterfeit drugs. Discover the best storage methods, environmental tips, and disposal practices backed by the FDA, CDC, and AAP.
23 November 2025
How to Read FDA Safety Communications for Your Medications
Learn how to read FDA safety communications about your medications-spot urgent warnings, understand labeling changes, and know exactly what to do when a drug alert is issued. Stay informed without being overwhelmed.
22 November 2025
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Ear Pressure and Relief Options
Eustachian tube dysfunction causes ear pressure, muffled hearing, and popping sensations. Learn how to relieve it with simple home tricks, when to see a doctor, and what treatments actually work - from nasal sprays to balloon dilation.
21 November 2025
Clarithromycin and Calcium Channel Blockers: The Hidden Hypotension Risk
Clarithromycin can dangerously raise levels of calcium channel blockers like amlodipine and nifedipine, causing severe hypotension. Azithromycin is the safe alternative. Learn who's at risk and what to do.
