Author: dave smith

Chronic cough lasting more than 8 weeks is often caused by GERD, asthma, or postnasal drip. Learn how to diagnose and treat the three most common causes with a step-by-step workup backed by current medical guidelines.

ACE inhibitors and ARBs are the most effective blood pressure drugs for protecting kidneys in chronic kidney disease. They reduce proteinuria, slow kidney decline, and are safe even in advanced stages when monitored properly.

Learn how to verify a licensed pharmacy and avoid counterfeit drugs. Discover red flags, official verification tools like NABP Verify and VIPPS, and what to do if you’ve bought fake medication.

Generic prescribing incentives reward doctors for choosing cost-effective generic drugs. Learn how these programs work, their real-world impact, and why some providers push back-even when generics are just as effective.

Compulsory licensing lets governments override patents to make life-saving drugs affordable. Used in emergencies like HIV and COVID-19, it balances innovation with access - and has slashed drug prices by up to 90%.

Learn the key differences between dilated, hypertrophic, and restrictive cardiomyopathy-the three main types of heart muscle disease. Understand causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments for each, and why getting the right diagnosis matters.

Generic drug exclusivity periods vary widely by country, affecting how quickly affordable versions become available. Learn how the U.S., EU, Canada, Japan, and others protect brand drugs - and who pays the price.

Jet lag and delayed sleep phase disorder are two common circadian rhythm disorders that disrupt sleep timing. Learn how they differ, why they happen, and how to fix them with light, melatonin, and schedule control.

Eye inflammation and asthma often occur together because they share the same allergic triggers and immune responses. Learn how pollen, dust mites, and pollution affect both your eyes and lungs - and what treatments actually work for both.

Evergreening lets pharmaceutical companies extend drug patents with minor changes, blocking cheaper generics and keeping prices high. Learn how it works, why it hurts patients, and who’s fighting back.