You may have heard the media coverage that common medications may increase the risk for dementia. What do these drugs all have in common, what do you need to know about them, and are there really risks to taking them?
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Preventing Hip Fracture: Do Supplements Help?
Calcium and vitamin D made headlines in the health world when many new studies on the effectiveness and safety of supplements were released. Read more about these nutrients and why you should or should not take supplements.
Read More »How Safe are Dietary Supplements?
In their quest for health and beauty, many American adults take dietary supplements to solve all sorts of problems. But do these products really work, and are they safe? Many aren’t. Don’t trust the claims that companies make about either the effectiveness or safety of their products. Even brand name products may not contain what they say they contain, so let the buyer beware.
Read More »The Dangers of Diabetes Medication on the Heart and Blood Sugar
Sulfonylureas are a popular medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, but they have a very dangerous dark side. Here’s what you need to know.
Read More »The Facts About Medication For Colds and the Flu
When a cold or flu strikes, most patients take over-the-counter (OTC) medications. Most doctors advise drinking plenty of fluids and getting some rest. Which works better?
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