Antibiotic Resistance Antibiotic resistance is a problem for everyone. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is one of several bacteria that cause…
Steroids are prescribed for many common conditions. The risks of long-term use are well-known. But new research indicates that short-term use is just as dangerous.
If you have high blood pressure or have had a heart attack, your doctor probably prescribed a beta-blocker. But many people taking these drugs are taking the wrong one…or don’t...
For a condition as common as shingles—one in three people will get it at some point—there’s a surprising lack of…
Over-the-counter acetaminophen (Tylenol) is taken by millions of people around the world to relieve pain and fever. It’s a safe…
Nearly all pregnant women take some type of medication, but the typical dose may be harmful for slow-growing babies. Here, the research findings…
Fill in this downloadable medication card, print out and keep it in your wallet. Having the list with you at all times…
Medication can play a crucial role in your health—if it’s used properly. To help you keep track of the medications…
More than 40 million people over age 12 are on antidepressants in the US.
Prednisone is often used to treat pain and other conditions, but it can lead to a range of side effects. Here, the potential harms to watch out for...
Joe Graedon joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to discuss the common and risky practice of off label drug use.
Everyone laments the high cost of prescription drugs. But few people know that they can fight back. Here’s what to do…
Some opioid painkillers are considered more addictive than others. Here’s what the new research shows about tramadol…
Americans love being first on line to get shiny new toys. When it comes to health discoveries, step to the back of the line. It could save your life.
“Smoking weed” has moved from the dark corners of artists’ hang-outs to bright shopping centers. It’s kind of a shame.
