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Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider About Biosimilars

Biosimilars are often a lower-cost treatment option for certain conditions. But are biosimilars an option for you? Here are some questions to ask your provider about these drugs.

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Barriers to Biosimilars in the US

Wait, what are biosimilars? Read more about these medicines that can be a more affordable way to get the treatment you need.

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Preguntas para tu proveedor de atención médica sobre biosimilares

Los biosimilares son frecuentemente una opción de tratamiento más barata para ciertos trastornos. Pero, ¿son los biosimilares una opción para ti? Aquí encontrarás algunas preguntas que puedes hacer a tu proveedor médico sobre estos medicamentos.

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Obstáculos de los biosimilares en EE.UU.

Espera, ¿qué son los biosimilares? Lee más acerca de estos medicamentos que pueden ser una forma más asequible para obtener el tratamiento que necesitas.

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Sharps Disposal 101

Here’s how to practice safety first when getting rid of medical sharps

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Desecho de objetos cortopunzantes 101

Aquí encontrarás cómo darle prioridad a la seguridad cuando desechas objetos médicos cortopunzantes

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Wondering How to Safely Dispose of Old Prescription Medicines?

Saturday, April 22, is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day — when you can safely get rid of old or unused medications

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9 Things You Need to Know About Vitamin D

As vitamin D makes headlines (again), it’s time to learn more about why you need vitamin D, how to get it — and how much vitamin D is too much

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JoAnn Pinkerton, M.D., Speaks With HealthyWomen About Hormone Therapy for Menopause

The former president of the North American Menopause Society explains its new position statement on hormone therapy

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Botox and Migraine: What You Need to Know

If you have chronic migraine disease, Botox might be able help alleviate your symptoms

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Dangerous Counterfeit Drugs Are Putting Millions of US Consumers at Risk, According to a New Study

Rogue online pharmacies frequently use social media platforms to reach potential customers

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Answers About Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha’s all the buzz these days for relieving stress and fatigue. But is there anything to it?

Can Melatonin Gummies Solve Family Bedtime Struggles? Experts Advise Caution

Can Melatonin Gummies Solve Family Bedtime Struggles? Experts Advise Caution

Melatonin, a hormone released by the human pineal gland that helps regulate the sleep cycle, is sold as a dietary supplement

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In Research Studies and in Real Life, Placebos Have a Powerful Healing Effect on the Body and Mind

The concept of placebos – which are sometimes called “sugar pills” – has been around since the 1800s

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How Healthcare Providers and Patients Can Limit the Spread of Antimicrobial Resistance

Antimicrobial resistance is a growing public health threat. But both patients and providers can do something about it.

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Cómo los proveedores de atención médica y los pacientes pueden limitar la propagación de la resistencia a los antimicrobianos

La resistencia a los antimicrobianos es una amenaza cada vez más grande para la salud pública. Sin embargo, los pacientes y los proveedores de atención médica pueden hacer algo al respecto.

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Clinically Speaking: Important Questions to Ask About Antimicrobial Resistance

Dr. Chad Sanborn explains the threat behind superbugs and suggests what to ask your healthcare provider to help keep you and your family safe

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Fast Facts: What You Need to Know About Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)

Learn why AMR is a public health crisis and how you can protect yourself and your family

Antimicrobial Resistance: An Emerging Public Health Threat

Antimicrobial Resistance: An Emerging Public Health Threat

More common antibiotic treatments are losing effectiveness against disease. Here's how patients and healthcare providers can act.

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Why Antimicrobial Resistance Is a Threat We Need to Take Seriously

An expert explains how antibiotic-resistant bacteria affect women's health

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Antibiotic Resistance Is at a Crisis Point – Government Support for Academia and Big Pharma to Find New Drugs Could Help Defeat Superbugs

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that approximately 2.8 million people worldwide are infected with antibiotic-resistant bacteria