Author: Elara Kingswell

Medication adherence apps use smartphone reminders, tracking, and education to help people take their pills on time. Proven effective in clinical studies, they outperform pill organizers and SMS alerts-with most working for free.

Learn how to track symptoms after a drug or device safety alert. Step-by-step guide on what to watch for, when to report, and how to use tools safely to protect your health.

Pharmacy delivery and mail-order services make it easier to take your meds on time, save money, and avoid pharmacy trips. Learn how to use them safely and effectively for chronic conditions.

Discover how your genes influence your reaction to medications, from dangerous side effects to life-saving genetic tests. Learn which drugs are most affected and what you can do now.

Learn how to spot fake medicines by checking packaging, pills, and where you buy them. Your vigilance can prevent serious harm - and save lives.

Learn how to avoid unexpected high costs for prescriptions by checking your pharmacy network before filling any medication. Federal laws don't protect you from surprise pharmacy bills - you need to act.

Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole can sharply raise INR in patients on warfarin, increasing bleeding risk within days. Learn why this common antibiotic combo is dangerous, how to prevent it, and what alternatives exist.

Statin discontinuation isn't risky for everyone. Learn when it's safe to stop, how to do it without increasing heart attack risk, and what to do after you stop. Based on the latest evidence for older adults and those with limited life expectancy.

Avoid dangerous medication errors when leaving the hospital by mastering medication reconciliation, using the Teach-Back method, and working with pharmacists. Essential guide for seniors and caregivers.

PCOS is the leading cause of infertility in women, driven by hormonal imbalance and insulin resistance. Learn how lifestyle changes, letrozole, and emerging treatments can restore ovulation and improve long-term health.