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Article imageTerry Graedon - May 21, 2023
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Article imageJoe Graedon - July 24, 2023 - 11 comments

Should Pharmacists Be Able to Prescribe Behind the Counter Drugs?

Many countries permit pharmacists to prescribe behind the counter drugs such as antivirals, antibiotics, and asthma meds. Why not in the US?

Joe Graedon - February 20, 2023

Is a Loved One Taking Too Many Medicines?

Joe Graedon - August 18, 2022

Getting Cholesterol Too Low May Put Older Woman at Risk

Joe Graedon - May 30, 2022

Are You An Activated Patient? Engage Now!

Joe Graedon - May 23, 2022

New Analysis Disputes Dogma that All Seniors Need Statins

Joe Graedon - April 11, 2022

Have You Lost Confidence in the FDA?

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Terry Graedon - February 7, 2022

Zetia May Cause Muscle Problems

Why don't doctors prescribe ezetimibe (Zetia) more often to lower cholesterol? Zetia may cause muscle problems. What about other side effects?

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Joe Graedon - June 24, 2021

Do Statins Affect Memory or Scramble Your Brain?

Millions take statins to prevent heart problems. Can statins affect memory? This question still remains highly controversial after decades.