Author: Colin Hurd
- Colin Hurd
- Feb, 27 2026
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Future Economic Trends: Forecasts for Generic Drug Markets
The global generic drug market is set to grow to over $700 billion by 2030, driven by patent expirations, aging populations, and cost pressures. Biosimilars, India, and China are leading the charge, making life-saving medications more affordable worldwide.
- Colin Hurd
- Feb, 25 2026
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How to Store High-Risk Medications to Reduce Overdose Risk
Learn how to store high-risk medications like opioids safely to prevent accidental overdoses in children and teens. Simple steps like using a locked box, keeping meds out of reach, and storing them in original containers can reduce overdose risk by over 80%.
- Colin Hurd
- Feb, 18 2026
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Switching Health Plans: How to Evaluate Generic Drug Coverage to Save Money
Switching health plans? Your generic drug costs could skyrocket if you don't check formulary tiers. Learn how to compare coverage, avoid hidden deductibles, and save hundreds a year on prescriptions.
- Colin Hurd
- Feb, 17 2026
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Anxiety Disorders: Types, Symptoms, and Evidence-Based Treatments
Anxiety disorders affect 19% of U.S. adults and include GAD, panic disorder, and social anxiety. Evidence-based treatments like CBT and SSRIs are proven to work. Learn the symptoms, types, and what actually helps.
- Colin Hurd
- Feb, 13 2026
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How to Request Easy-Open Caps and Accessible Labels for Prescription Medication Safety
Learn how to legally request easy-open pill caps and large-print labels for prescription meds. No doctor's note needed. Just know your rights and what to ask for.
- Colin Hurd
- Feb, 11 2026
- 9 Comments
Blood Level Testing: When Clinicians Should Order NT-proBNP Tests
NT-proBNP blood testing is a critical tool for ruling out heart failure in patients with shortness of breath. Learn when clinicians should order it, how to interpret results, and common pitfalls to avoid.
- Colin Hurd
- Feb, 10 2026
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Fixed-dose combination drugs: what they are and why they exist
Fixed-dose combination drugs combine two or more medications into one pill to improve adherence, reduce pill burden, and enhance treatment outcomes - especially for chronic conditions like hypertension and HIV.
- Colin Hurd
- Feb, 7 2026
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Garlic Supplements and Anticoagulants: What You Need to Know About Bleeding Risk
Garlic supplements can dangerously increase bleeding risk when taken with blood thinners like warfarin or apixaban. Learn how ajoene in garlic affects clotting, real cases of complications, and what you must do to stay safe.
- Colin Hurd
- Feb, 6 2026
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Opioid Tolerance Explained: Why Medication Doses Increase Over Time
Opioid tolerance explains why people need higher medication doses over time. It's a physiological adaptation, not addiction. Learn how the body adjusts, why doses increase, and the risks involved. Current research offers hope for safer pain management. Understanding this process is key to preventing overdose.
- Colin Hurd
- Feb, 4 2026
- 14 Comments
Generic vs Brand-Name Drugs: Long-Term Safety Studies Explained
Exploring long-term safety of generic vs brand-name drugs. Examines FDA regulations, real-world studies, manufacturing impacts, and expert insights on therapeutic equivalence.