Digital therapeutics are FDA-cleared apps that help patients take medications correctly. In 2026, they're changing how chronic conditions are managed - but they also raise new questions about how software interacts with pills.
Many patients skip or forget medications due to complex schedules, high costs, poor communication, and forgetfulness-not laziness. Learn the real reasons behind nonadherence and what actually works to fix it.
Big pharma uses legal tricks like product hopping and REMS abuse to block cheaper generics. These tactics cost patients billions and undermine state substitution laws designed to save money.
Grapefruit can dangerously raise statin levels in your blood, increasing the risk of muscle damage. Learn which statins are risky, how much grapefruit is safe, and what to do if you love citrus but need to lower cholesterol.
Lower GI bleeding is often caused by diverticula or angiodysplasia, especially in older adults. Learn how doctors diagnose and treat these common but different conditions, and why early intervention matters.
Generic medications save money but may contain different inactive ingredients that can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals. Learn what's really in your pills and how to protect yourself.
Benzodiazepines pose serious risks for seniors including falls, memory loss, and dementia. Safer alternatives like CBT-I, SSRIs, and ramelteon offer effective, long-term relief without the dangers. Learn why experts now recommend avoiding these drugs and how to transition safely.