Jan 28, 2024
Opinions about the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) fall into two groups: skeptics and cheerleaders.The skeptics worry that AI will become self-aware, ‘take over the world’, and eventually eliminate humanity. For these reasons, skeptics cast a wary eye on anything related to AI, from self-driving cars to the content produced on...
Read MoreJan 25, 2024
In December 2023, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued warnings to nine drug manufacturers, asking them to stop selling unapproved antibiotics designed for use in animals.Before you click away from this post, please read on because this topic involves you!There is a back-story behind this latest action by the FDA: it is antibiotic...
Read MoreJan 23, 2024
Author’s Note: To protect “Ed’s” privacy, the details of his story have been altered. Ed’s signs and symptoms of AFib [MM1] may not be the same as other patients with this disorder. If you have any questions or concerns about your heart or believe you may have AFib, consult your healthcare provider as soon as...
Read MoreJan 21, 2024
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD, is a chronic condition that affects a significant number of individuals worldwide. The uncomfortable symptoms it brings, such as heartburn and regurgitation, can greatly impact one's quality of life. Fortunately, there are treatment options available, one of which is Nexium. A widely prescribed...
Read MoreJan 19, 2024
The United States Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) is addressing high prescription drug prices in the US. The Democratic HELP members, led by Chairman Bernie Sanders, invited the chief executive officers of Johnson & Johnson, Merck, and Bristol Myers Squibb to testify at an upcoming hearing on January 25, 2024....
Read MoreJan 8, 2024
Anxiety disorder is a prevalent and serious mental health condition affecting millions worldwide. This article explores various types of drugs commonly used to treat anxiety disorders, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs), and...
Read MoreJan 7, 2024
COPD is a common but treatable lung disease that affects more than 175 million people worldwide, and in 2015 alone, COPD was responsible for at least 3.2 million deaths. These statistics are likely worse than reported because underreporting of COPD is common. Currently, COPD is the third leading cause of disability and death worldwide. This article...
Read MoreJan 5, 2024
You may have heard about high cholesterol. You may even have heard that high cholesterol is a risk factor for heart disease. This means that some (but not all) people with high cholesterol have a greater chance of suffering a heart attack. High cholesterol also increases the risk of strokes and peripheral vascular disease (i.e., clogged blood...
Read MoreDec 31, 2023
Four major ejaculation disorders occur in men: premature, retrograde, retarded and ejaculation failure. Causes include anatomic disorders or injuries, psychological problems, neurological conditions and the pharmacological effects of medications. Levitra or Generic Vardenafil, although designed to treat erectile dysfunction, offers the promise of...
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