Author: Stephen Roberts
What Are Biosimilars? A Simple, Patient-Friendly Guide
Biosimilars are FDA-approved versions of complex biologic drugs that work just like the original but cost less. They’re not generics-they’re scientifically proven alternatives for conditions like arthritis, cancer, and diabetes.
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Athlete Anti-Doping Rules: What You Need to Know About Prescription Medications and Side Effects
Athletes must navigate strict anti-doping rules when using prescription medications. Learn how to avoid violations, apply for TUEs, and stay safe with Global DRO and proper medical guidance.
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SSRIs and Antidepressants During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know About Risks and Benefits
SSRIs during pregnancy carry small risks, but untreated depression poses far greater dangers. Learn which antidepressants are safest, what the real numbers say, and why continuing treatment often saves lives.
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Audiometry Testing: Understanding Hearing Assessment and Decibel Levels
Audiometry testing measures hearing sensitivity using decibel levels across frequencies to diagnose hearing loss. Learn how pure-tone and speech tests work, what results mean, and why early detection matters.
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Insurer Pressure: How Providers Respond to Generic Drug Substitution Requirements
Insurers push providers to use generic drugs to cut costs, but providers face growing administrative burdens and patient risks. Learn how they're responding-and what’s changing in 2025.
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Sarcopenia: How Strength Training Fights Age-Related Muscle Loss
Sarcopenia is the natural loss of muscle mass and strength with age, starting in your 30s. Learn how strength training can reverse muscle loss, improve daily function, and reduce fall risk. Practical tips for starting safely and effectively.
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Insurer Pressure: How Providers Navigate Generic Drug Substitution Requirements
How healthcare providers navigate insurer demands for generic drugs-covering challenges, real-world impacts, and proven strategies to manage prior authorization and formulary rules.
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Levothyroxine Generics: When to Monitor TSH After Switching Products
Switching between generic levothyroxine products is common, but does it require a TSH test? Evidence shows most patients don’t need monitoring-but high-risk groups do. Learn who should get tested and why.
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Mindful Eating: How to Stop Emotional and Binge Eating for Good
Mindful eating helps you stop emotional and binge eating by teaching you to notice hunger cues, slow down, and eat with awareness - no diets or restrictions needed. Proven by science and real users.
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Long-Term Care Insurance and Generic Drug Coverage in Nursing Homes: What You Really Need to Know
Long-term care insurance doesn't cover generic drugs in nursing homes. Medicare Part D is the main payer for prescriptions, but formularies and coverage gaps still leave many residents at risk. Here's what you need to know.
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