What do you need to know about allergy season 2019? The end of winter and start of spring can be a wonderful time of year, bringing warmer weather and longer days and the promise of summer to come but for children with hay fever, the onset of spring marks the start of an annual ordeal as seasonal...

Every home needs a well-stocked medicine cabinet and this is especially true during the winter months when the common cold, flu and other winter ailments are particularly prevalent. While there is no cure for the common cold, there are many over-the-counter drugs to reduce those unpleasant cold...

Are you one of the many people in the United States planning to enjoy a smoke-free 2019? A new year comes with the promise of a clean slate and the opportunity to make resolutions to improve your quality of life, leaving you a healthier, stronger and happier person. A YouGov NY poll conducted last...

The background to the EpiPen shortage Since May this year, the EpiPen shortage has caused problems for many people with severe allergies. The epinephrine delivery system is used to counter anaphylaxis, a serious life-threatening allergic reaction that can be caused...

Last month, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced plans to speed up the review process for generic drug applications, with the goal of providing patients with more generic medicine options. Generic drugs account for nine out of ten prescriptions in the United States, according to the...

If you are one of the millions of Americans struggling with depression, discussing talk therapy and prescription antidepressant medication options with your doctor is one of the first steps to controlling the condition. Beth Salcedo, MD, medical director at the Center for Anxiety and Related...

Patients have been warned be mindful about possible interactions between their prescription medication and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. Almost seven in ten Americans are on at least one prescription medicine, according to researchers at the Mayo Clinic and Olmsted Medical Center. A leading...

Looking for ways to save money on your prescriptions? Opting for generic alternatives to branded drugs is a great way to significantly reduce your prescription bills. Nearly eight of ten prescriptions filled in the United States are for generics, according to figures from the FDA. These drugs are...

The cold wintery weather can be the cause or trigger for a variety of health issues and problems. Everyday complaints such as the common cold and flu are more frequent, as are hospital acquired infections and viral infections such as norovirus. The cold months of the year also bring a higher risk...