Author: Nikolai Mortenson

Nebulizers vs. Inhalers: Which Delivery Method Works Best for Asthma and COPD?
13 Feb

Nebulizers and inhalers both deliver asthma and COPD meds, but which one works best? Learn why inhalers with spacers are faster, cheaper, and just as effective - and when nebulizers still make sense.

Pregnancy and Sleep: Managing Apnea, Reflux, and Positioning
10 Feb

Sleep apnea, reflux, and poor positioning are common during pregnancy-and they can put both mother and baby at risk. Learn how to identify symptoms, what treatments actually work, and how to sleep safer with proven, evidence-based strategies.

Vitiligo Camouflage: Best Cosmetic Options and Techniques for Daily Coverage
3 Feb

Vitiligo camouflage offers effective, medical-grade solutions to conceal depigmented skin patches. From daily foundation products like Dermablend to permanent micropigmentation, learn what works, what doesn't, and how to choose the right option for your skin.

Preparing for a Kidney Transplant: Evaluation, Waitlist, and Living Donors
30 Jan

Understand the full kidney transplant process-from medical evaluation and waitlist placement to living donor options. Learn what gets you approved, what delays you, and how to move faster toward a transplant.

OTC Heartburn Medications: Antacids, H2 Blockers, and PPIs Explained
28 Jan

Learn how antacids, H2 blockers, and PPIs work for heartburn, when to use each, and how to avoid common mistakes that can make symptoms worse or lead to long-term risks.

MS Relapse vs. Pseudorelapse: How to Tell the Difference and Why Steroids May Do More Harm Than Good
26 Jan

Learn how to tell the difference between a true MS relapse and a pseudorelapse, why steroids often don’t help-and what to do instead. Real triggers, real fixes.

Penicillin Allergies: What Patients Need to Know for Safety
23 Jan

Most people who think they're allergic to penicillin aren't. Learn the truth about penicillin allergies, how to get tested, why mislabeling harms your health, and what steps to take for safer antibiotic use.

Subclinical Hyperthyroidism: Heart Risks and When to Treat
16 Jan

Subclinical hyperthyroidism may not cause symptoms, but it raises heart risks-especially in older adults. Learn when low TSH levels need treatment and how to protect your heart and bones.

Symptoms of Taking Counterfeit Medications: What to Watch For
11 Jan

Counterfeit medications can look real but contain deadly chemicals like fentanyl. Learn the physical signs, health symptoms, and what to do if you suspect you've taken a fake pill.

Continuous Glucose Monitors: How CGMs Work and Who Benefits
9 Jan

Continuous glucose monitors track blood sugar 24/7, reducing hypoglycemia risk by 31% and improving A1C levels. Learn how CGMs work, who benefits most, and which devices are leading the market in 2026.