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Archive: 2025/12

How to Coordinate School Nurses for Daily Pediatric Medications: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Coordinate School Nurses for Daily Pediatric Medications: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how school nurses coordinate daily pediatric medications safely and legally using the Five Rights, IHPs, proper training, and documentation. Essential for schools managing asthma, diabetes, and ADHD.

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Stimulants and Cardiac Arrhythmias: How to Assess Risk and Find Safer Alternatives

Stimulants and Cardiac Arrhythmias: How to Assess Risk and Find Safer Alternatives

Stimulants for ADHD can raise heart rhythm risks, especially in those with hidden conditions. Learn how to assess your personal risk and explore safer non-stimulant alternatives with proven effectiveness.

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Contamination Controls: Preventing Adulteration in Generic Pharmaceuticals

Contamination Controls: Preventing Adulteration in Generic Pharmaceuticals

Contamination controls in generic drug manufacturing prevent harmful adulteration through cleanrooms, real-time monitoring, and strict cleaning protocols. Learn how human error, technology, and regulations shape safety standards today.

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PCOS and Weight: How Insulin Resistance Drives Fat Gain and What to Eat

PCOS and Weight: How Insulin Resistance Drives Fat Gain and What to Eat

PCOS makes weight loss harder due to insulin resistance, which drives fat storage, cravings, and hormonal imbalance. Learn how diet, timing, and lifestyle changes can break the cycle and improve health - without extreme diets.

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Multiple Myeloma Bone Disease and the New Drugs Changing Treatment

Multiple Myeloma Bone Disease and the New Drugs Changing Treatment

Multiple myeloma bone disease causes severe bone damage in over 80% of patients. New drugs like romosozumab and denosumab are changing treatment by not just preventing bone loss-but healing it.

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How to Use International Mail-Order for Medications Safely and Legally in 2025

How to Use International Mail-Order for Medications Safely and Legally in 2025

Learn how to legally and safely buy medications through international mail-order in 2025 after the $800 duty-free threshold was eliminated. Avoid seizures, fines, and counterfeit drugs with updated rules and safer alternatives.

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How to Prepare for Pediatric Procedures with Pre-Op Medications: A Practical Guide for Parents and Caregivers

How to Prepare for Pediatric Procedures with Pre-Op Medications: A Practical Guide for Parents and Caregivers

Learn how to safely prepare your child for surgery with pre-op medications, fasting rules, and proven strategies to reduce anxiety and avoid complications. Based on the latest pediatric anesthesia guidelines.

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Vaccinations on Blood Thinners: How to Avoid Bruising and Bleeding

Vaccinations on Blood Thinners: How to Avoid Bruising and Bleeding

Vaccinations are safe for people on blood thinners, but technique matters. Learn how to avoid bruising and bleeding with the right needle size, pressure time, and preparation steps.

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Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: Breath Tests and Treatment Explained

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth: Breath Tests and Treatment Explained

SIBO causes chronic bloating and digestive issues. Breath tests are the main way to diagnose it, but they’re not perfect. Learn how glucose and lactulose tests work, why they sometimes fail, and what treatments actually help-plus how to prevent recurrence.

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How to Check FDA Drug Shortage Database for Medication Availability

How to Check FDA Drug Shortage Database for Medication Availability

Learn how to check the FDA drug shortage database to find out if your medication is in short supply. Get step-by-step guidance on using the official website and app to verify availability and avoid treatment delays.

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How to Compare Manufacturer Expiration Dates vs. Pharmacy Beyond-Use Dates for Medications

How to Compare Manufacturer Expiration Dates vs. Pharmacy Beyond-Use Dates for Medications

Learn how to tell the difference between manufacturer expiration dates and pharmacy beyond-use dates for medications. Know which one to follow to stay safe and avoid wasted prescriptions.

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Generic Prescribing Guidelines: What Providers Need to Know

Generic Prescribing Guidelines: What Providers Need to Know

Generic prescribing saves billions and improves patient adherence-but only if done right. Learn when to prescribe generics, which exceptions to watch for, and how to explain the switch to patients.

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