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Monkeypox is Now a Global Health Emergency
On July 24th, 2022 Dr Tedros, Director-General of the World Health Organization declared Monkeypox a global health emergency. This declaration was escalated from a public health concern from last month’s meeting after the Monkeypox International Health Regulations...
6 Tips to Keep Your Medicines Cool and Safe From the Heat
*Note: Some of the content below is for general medication best practices while other tips are specific to the medication mentioned. As the summer heat wave in most parts of the country rages on, and rolling blackouts threaten...
Medications That Cause Sun Sensitivity
(And what to do about it) Summer is in full swing, and with it many are outside, enjoying outdoor activities and fun in the sun. While the benefits of being outdoors can not be underestimated, sun exposure when using many prescriptions and nonprescription medicines...
Does Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) cause tendon rupture?
There is much concern, and rightfully so about the use and overuse of antibiotics. Antibiotics can be lifesaving when used in a prudent and appropriate manner. Overuse is still a concern and one that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Black box warnings on one class of...
5 Steps to Weather the Coming Storm-Are You Getting Ready?
(Or are you still rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic?) It is easy- and necessary to shut the world out and enjoy time doing the things you love. Reading a good novel, losing yourself in your favorite craft, spending time with friends and family, going to the...
Monkeypox Pandemic Declared by World Health Network- Who are they?
On June 22, 2022 the World Health Network (WHN) has declared Monkeypox a pandemic. On June 23, 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) held a session on the Monkeypox outbreak behind closed doors, They concluded the Monkeypox outbreak doesn’t yet constitute an...