Medications
Coverage of Medications in the Nexus archive.
- Opinion: Tear down the wall between M.D. and D.O. education
The article argues that M.D. and D.O. physicians provide equivalent care in practice, such as prescribing medications and leading hospital teams, despite differences in their medical education. It emphasizes that state licenses and patient care outcomes remain unchanged by the type of medical degree held.
- Doctor warns that a ‘healthy’ summer fruit doesn’t mesh with medications
A doctor warns that grapefruit, a 'healthy' summer fruit, may cause troubling side effects when consumed with common medications.
- Last community pharmacy shuts down in North Kohala
The Big Island's last independent community pharmacy, Kamehameha Pharmacy, closed in North Kohala after decades of operation, making it harder for thousands to access medications.
- PT HEALTH WATCH: Delayed treatment of childhood cataracts can lead to irreversible vision loss – Expert
Childhood cataracts can be congenital or acquired later due to injuries, medications, infections, or underlying medical conditions. Delayed treatment of these cataracts may result in irreversible vision loss, as warned by an expert.
- I was balding at 23. None of the miracle solutions or medications helped and I had to wear a hat everywhere... until I discovered this method that gave me my hair back. Any man can do it too
A man who experienced balding at 23 found that miracle solutions and medications failed to help, forcing him to wear a hat until he discovered an effective method to regain his hair. The article claims any man can achieve similar results using this method.
- Grapefruit could help your coffee buzz last longer — but it may not be worth dangerous risks: expert
Grapefruit contains a chemical that interacts with other substances, leading doctors to caution against pairing it with numerous medications. While grapefruit may prolong the effects of coffee, experts warn of potential dangerous risks.
- Natural disasters can cause another crisis for those recovering from opioid addiction
Natural disasters disrupt access to medications for people recovering from opioid addiction, increasing relapse risks. Doctors are urging lawmakers to improve access to these medications.
- Why scientists are nervous about fungi
Scientists are concerned about fungi's threat to human health, particularly yeast infections, and their growing resistance to medications. The article highlights a lack of attention to this issue despite its severity.