The Health Hub - Page 2
How to Prevent Accidental Medication Poisoning in Kids and Toddlers
Accidental medication poisoning is a leading cause of injury in young children. Learn how to lock up medicines, avoid dangerous dosing mistakes, and respond quickly if your child swallows something they shouldn’t.
Fiber for Weight Control: How Soluble and Insoluble Fiber Really Help You Lose Weight
Soluble fiber like psyllium and beta-glucans reduces hunger and belly fat by slowing digestion and improving gut health. Insoluble fiber helps with regularity but doesn’t affect appetite. For weight loss, focus on whole foods rich in viscous soluble fiber.
Gestational Diabetes: How to Manage Blood Sugar During Pregnancy
Gestational diabetes affects up to 1 in 10 pregnancies. Learn how diet, exercise, and blood sugar monitoring can help you have a healthy pregnancy and reduce long-term risks for you and your baby.
How to Read the NDC Number to Confirm the Correct Medication
Learn how to read the NDC number on medication labels to prevent dangerous dispensing errors. Understand the three segments, how to convert to billing format, and how to verify drugs using the FDA directory.
How to Manage Pediatric Medication Side Effects at Home
Learn how to safely manage common pediatric medication side effects at home - from vomiting and rashes to drowsiness and hyperactivity - with expert-backed tips on dosing, storage, and when to call for help.
Specialty Pharmacy: How Providers Dispense Generic Specialty Drugs
Specialty pharmacies dispense generic specialty drugs through complex, service-driven processes that prioritize patient safety and adherence over cost. Providers play a critical role in ensuring continuity of care, even when drugs become generic.
Asthma Control: How to Use Inhalers Correctly, Avoid Triggers, and Manage Long-Term
Learn how to properly use inhalers, identify asthma triggers, and manage long-term control with the latest 2025 guidelines. Stop relying on rescue inhalers alone and take charge of your breathing.
CGRP Inhibitors: The New Standard for Migraine Prevention
CGRP inhibitors are the first migraine-specific preventive drugs, offering real relief for chronic and treatment-resistant migraine. Learn how they work, who benefits most, and what to expect from cost, side effects, and real-world results.
How to Compare New Prescription Labels with Your Old Medication for Safety
Learn how to safely compare your new prescription labels with old ones to avoid dangerous medication errors. Know what to check, why pills look different, and when to call your pharmacist.
How to Verify the FDA Orange Book for Generic Equivalence
Learn how to use the FDA Orange Book to verify if a generic drug is therapeutically equivalent to its brand-name counterpart. Understand TE codes, search steps, and common pitfalls.
Adherence Tracking: Digital Tools for Managing Generics
Digital adherence tools help patients take their generic medications correctly, reducing hospitalizations and saving billions. Learn which systems work best, how they're used in pharmacies, and why simple tech beats complex apps.
When to Use OTC vs. Prescription Medications for Common Conditions
Learn when to use over-the-counter meds versus prescription drugs for common issues like headaches, allergies, and heartburn. Get clear guidance on safety, cost, and when to see a doctor.