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Terry Graedon - June 3, 2026

Help Your Friends Subscribe to our Newsletter

It's easy to subscribe to our newsletter and stay up to date on the health news that matters to you.

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Joe Graedon - June 3, 2026

Could You Have Long COVID and Not Even Know It?

Fatigue, brain fog and poor sleep? Millions may have long COVID and not realize what's causing their current symptoms. Did you catch COVID?

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Terry Graedon - June 3, 2026

Does Major Surgery Boost the Risk For Developing Dementia?

Experts have been concerned that anesthesia for surgery might boost the risk of Alzheimer disease. Doctors from the Mayo Clinic have reassuring news.

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Terry Graedon - June 3, 2026

New Treatments Offer Promise Against Pancreatic Cancer

New treatments described at AACR offer promise against pancreatic cancer. FDA is reviewing one. This disease kills 50,000 Americans annually.

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Terry Graedon - June 3, 2026

How to Keep Mosquitoes from Biting You

With the rise of mosquito-borne diseases in the U.S., Americans are more motivated than ever to keep mosquitoes from biting.

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Joe Graedon - June 1, 2026

Vicks VapoRub for Treating Toenail Fungus: Nurse Jane Spills the Beans!

Professional foot care nurses know that remedies like Vicks VapoRub may be good for treating toenail fungus. Listen to Jane share her story!

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Joe Graedon - June 1, 2026

New Ways to Stop Nosebleeds

People once used keys on the back of the neck to stop nosebleeds. Now there are products with clotting agents designed to do the job.

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Joe Graedon - June 1, 2026

Ticked Off! How Alpha-Gal Allergy Turns a Meal Into a Medical Crisis

Imagine experiencing a life-threatening allergic reaction after eating a burger or barbecue. Some meds may also trigger alpha-gal allergy.

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Joe Graedon - June 1, 2026

Are You Listening to The People’s Pharmacy Podcast?

It is easy to listen to a podcast of The People's Pharmacy radio show. Every download will empower you to take control of your own health.

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Joe Graedon - June 1, 2026

Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) Side Effects, Diabetes and Gout!

New blood pressure guidelines will likely translate to millions more taking diuretics. Do people know about hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) side effects?