Author: Martin Kelly
Liquid Biopsy: How Circulating Tumor DNA Is Changing Cancer Monitoring
Liquid biopsy using circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) is transforming cancer care by enabling non-invasive monitoring of tumor changes, treatment response, and resistance. It's now standard in advanced lung, colorectal, and breast cancers.
Mail-Order Pharmacy Safety: How Temperature, Timing, and Tracking Keep Your Medications Safe
Mail-order pharmacies save money and time, but temperature, timing, and tracking are critical for safety. Learn how to ensure your life-saving medications arrive in perfect condition every time.
Metoclopramide and Antipsychotics: The Hidden Risk of Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Combining metoclopramide and antipsychotics can trigger neuroleptic malignant syndrome, a rare but deadly condition. Learn why this interaction is so dangerous and what safer alternatives exist.
What Patient Education Materials to Ask Your Pharmacist for
Learn exactly what patient education materials to ask your pharmacist for-written handouts, live demonstrations, personalized schedules, and cost alternatives-to improve medication safety and adherence.
Radiation Therapy: How Radiation Kills Cancer Cells
Radiation therapy kills cancer cells by damaging their DNA, triggering cell death through multiple biological pathways. Modern techniques make it precise, and new research shows it can activate the immune system to help fight cancer.
Sick Euthyroid Syndrome: How Illness Skews Thyroid Test Results
Sick euthyroid syndrome causes abnormal thyroid test results during serious illness-but your thyroid is fine. Learn how illness tricks labs into showing low T3 and high reverse T3, why treatment isn't needed, and how to avoid misdiagnosis.
COPD Explained: Understanding Disease Stages and Effective Treatment Options
COPD is a progressive lung disease with four stages, from mild to very severe. Learn how spirometry defines each stage, what treatments work best at each level, and how lifestyle changes can help you live better - even with advanced disease.
How to File a Direct Complaint with the FDA as a Patient
Learn how to file a direct complaint with the FDA about adverse reactions to drugs, devices, or supplements. Step-by-step guide on using the Safety Reporting Portal, phone, or paper forms-and why your report matters.
How to Handle Partial Fills and Back-Orders Without Errors in Retail and E-Commerce
Learn how to manage partial fills and back-orders in medical retail without errors. Discover proven policies, automation tools, and real-world strategies to prevent dispensing mistakes and keep patients safe.
Prediabetes: Early Warning Signs and How to Reverse It Before It’s Too Late
Prediabetes often has no symptoms, but early signs like frequent urination, fatigue, and dark skin patches can signal insulin resistance. With proven lifestyle changes, you can reverse it before it becomes type 2 diabetes.