Colorectal Cancer: What You Should Know About Screening
Doctors recommend most people start screening for colorectal cancer at age 45, and before age 45 for some people at…
1001: Saving Money on Oral Vancomycin Is Great For Inpatients But Can Cause Problems On Discharge
Show notes at pharmacyjoe.com/episode1001. In this episode, I’ll discuss the impact of compounded oral vancomycin liquid on hospital readmission for…
Ivermectin and COVID-19
There continues to be interest in a drug called ivermectin for the prevention or treatment of COVID-19 in humans. The…
How to Report Problems with E-Cigarettes, Cigarettes, Cigars, or Other Tobacco Products to the FDA
Safety Reporting Portal allows you to tell FDA about health, quality, or safety issues with tobacco products, including products containing…
Tips to Stay Safe in the Sun: From Sunscreen to Sunglasses
Sun safety is always in season. It’s important to protect your skin from sun damage throughout the year, no matter…
10 Facts about What FDA Does and Does Not Approve
Is It Really “FDA Approved”? Maybe you’ve seen these words on a company’s website or in a commercial promoting a…
Know Which Medication Is Right for Your Seasonal Allergies
The pollen count is sky-high. You’re sneezing, your eyes are itching, and you feel miserable. Seasonal allergies are real diseases…
Ticks and Lyme Disease: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Lyme disease is on the rise. How can you prevent it? What are the symptoms, and what should you do…
Watch Out for False Promises on Some Dietary Supplements
Dietary supplements claiming to cure, treat, mitigate, or prevent infertility and other reproductive health conditions may be scams. Learn more…
Should Your Child Participate in a Clinical Trial?
Clinical trials give us important information about the safety and effectiveness of a treatment. Before deciding whether your child should…