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Tracking Lot Numbers and Recalls: What Patients Should Do Now

Learn how to track your medical device or medication lot number to stay safe during recalls. Simple steps to protect yourself from dangerous product batches and get timely notifications.

Medication Storage and Disposal: How to Safely Handle Prescriptions at Home and Beyond

Learn how to safely store and dispose of prescription medications to protect your family and the environment. Avoid flushing, use take-back programs, and follow FDA-approved home disposal methods.

Vitamin D and Thiazide Diuretics: What You Need to Know About Hypercalcemia Risk

Combining vitamin D supplements with thiazide diuretics can raise blood calcium to dangerous levels. Learn the risks, who's most affected, and how to stay safe with proper dosing and monitoring.

Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act: The Legal Backbone of Generic Drugs

The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act laid the groundwork for generic drugs through the Hatch-Waxman Amendments, enabling safe, affordable alternatives to brand-name medications while balancing innovation and competition.

How to Prevent Medication Errors During Care Transitions and Discharge

Medication errors during care transitions are a leading cause of preventable harm. Learn how proper reconciliation, pharmacist involvement, and patient engagement can cut errors by more than half and save lives.