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The People's Pharmacy is dedicated to helping people make informed decisions about health through our books, newspaper column, radio show & website, www.peoplespharmacy.com
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When Holiday Cheer Turns Toxic: Dangerous Drug and Alcohol Interactions www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/whe... via @peoplespharmacy

#drugs #Rx #prescription #sideeffects #interactions #health
When Holiday Cheer Turns Toxic: Dangerous Drug and Alcohol Interactions
Before you toast the new year, learn how medications can cause dangerous drug and alcohol interactions during holiday parties or celebrations
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December 26, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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Our guest for Show 1456, Robert Waldinger, is professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development at Massachusetts General Hospital, and cofounder of the Lifespan Research Foundation. Find the show here: www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/sho...
December 20, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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Possible Brain Side Effects of Repatha to Lower LDL Cholesterol www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/doe... via @peoplespharmacy

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Possible Brain Side Effects of Repatha to Lower LDL Cholesterol
Many cardiologists consider new heart drugs breakthroughs vs. heart disease. Could brain side effects of Repatha and Praluent be a problem?
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December 19, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Saturated Fat Reconsidered: New Research Challenges Old Dogma www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/jus... via @peoplespharmacy

#fat #saturatedfat #diet #health
Saturated Fat Reconsidered: New Research Challenges Old Dogma
Is your doctor's nutrition advice outmoded? Many physicians still warn against saturated fat, though they need a more nuanced message.
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December 19, 2025 at 2:07 AM
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Why Should You Listen to The People’s Pharmacy Podcast? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/why... via @peoplespharmacy

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Why Should You Listen to The People’s Pharmacy Podcast?
The People's Pharmacy Podcast is a treasure trove of helpful health advice and practical tips. Tune in for cutting-edge information.
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December 18, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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Why Is Alpha-Gal Allergy So Misunderstood and Misdiagnosed? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/why... via @peoplespharmacy

#Alphagal #ticks #meatallergy #allergy #health
Why Is Alpha-Gal Allergy So Misunderstood and Misdiagnosed?
Imagine experiencing a life-threatening allergic reaction after eating a burger or barbecue. Some meds may also trigger alpha-gal allergy.
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December 18, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Can You Ease Sinus Woes Without Decongestants? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/can... via @peoplespharmacy

#sinus #decongestants #dairy #food #foodallergy #health
Can You Ease Sinus Woes Without Decongestants?
One reader found that dropping dairy products eliminated sinus woes. Could this be a symptom of a food allergy?
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December 17, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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Can You Take Quercetin for Your Allergies? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/can... via @peoplespharmacy

#quercetin #allergies #supplements #health
Can You Take Quercetin for Your Allergies?
Plants make some compounds to defend themselves that can be helpful for people, too. Should you be taking the flavonol quercetin for your allergies?
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December 16, 2025 at 9:14 PM
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Will Tamiflu Side Effects Stop You from Taking It? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/wil... via @peoplespharmacy

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Will Tamiflu Side Effects Stop You from Taking It?
If you have influenza, your doctor may prescribe Tamiflu to help you recover faster. What should you know about Tamiflu side effects?
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December 16, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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Rethinking Saturated Fat: Were Nutrition Experts Wrong? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/ret... via @peoplespharmacy

#fat #saturatedfat #diet #health
Rethinking Saturated Fat: Were Nutrition Experts Wrong?
New research challenges long-held prohibitions—how long until nutrition experts start rethinking saturated fat restrictions? What about you?
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December 6, 2025 at 10:52 PM
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Getting the Drop on Winter Dandruff www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/get... via @peoplespharmacy

#dandruff #skin #winter #hair #scalp #health
Getting the Drop on Winter Dandruff
Using a variety of dandruff shampoos and putting humidity back in the air can help control winter dandruff.
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December 6, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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What’s the Story on Metformin for Diabetes? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/wha... via @peoplespharmacy

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What’s the Story on Metformin for Diabetes?
Have you checked your blood sugar lately? Millions don't know they have elevated blood glucose levels. What about metformin for diabetes?
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December 4, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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Why Don’t Doctors Like to Prescribe Desiccated Thyroid Gland? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/why... via @peoplespharmacy

#thyroid #hypothyroid #armour #armourthyroid #health
Why Don’t Doctors Like to Prescribe Desiccated Thyroid Gland?
Many doctors believe that desiccated thyroid gland (Armour, etc.) is unreliable, but many patients feel better on it.
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December 4, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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BLACK FRIDAY WEEKEND SPECIAL! All People's Pharmacy body care products 25% off from today through Cyber Monday. No code required. Discount applied automatically! www.peoplespharmacy.com/store/body-c...
November 28, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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Should Your Doctor Know You Are Not Sleeping? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/sho... via @peoplespharmacy

#sleep #insomnia #health
Should Your Doctor Know You Are Not Sleeping?
If you are sleeping less than you need to, your health could suffer. Ask your doctor about nondrug approaches such as melatonin.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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Show 1451: Rethinking Dementia: Is What We Believed about Alzheimer’s Wrong? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/sho... via @peoplespharmacy

#dementia #Alzheimers #amyloidplaque #brain #cognition #health
Show 1451: Rethinking Dementia: Is What We Believed about Alzheimer’s Wrong?
Instead of focusing only on amyloid plaque in the brain, should we be rethinking dementia? Multiple interventions could protect cognition.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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Reduce Your Risk of Dementia with Physical Activity www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/red... via @peoplespharmacy

#dementia #physicalactivity #exercise #health
Reduce Your Risk of Dementia with Physical Activity
Physical activity was linked to less cognitive decline among seniors in several studies. How are you staying active?
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November 12, 2025 at 7:52 PM
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Should You Worry About Serious Melatonin Side Effects? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/sho... via @peoplespharmacy

#melatonin #sideeffects #sleep #heart #hearthealth #health
Should You Worry About Serious Melatonin Side Effects?
Some melatonin side effects may be more serious than previously believed. How good is this popular dietary supplement for promoting sleep?
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November 12, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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Estrogen and Breast Cancer: Yes – NO! – Maybe? Other Drugs like PPIs? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/est... via @peoplespharmacy

#estrogen #breast #breastcancer #PPIs #health
Estrogen and Breast Cancer: Yes – NO! – Maybe? Other Drugs like PPIs?
Has the estrogen and breast cancer question been resolved at long last? What about other drugs? A new study throws shade on PPIs for heartburn
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November 11, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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Will You Wear Your Knees Out If You Walk or Run? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/wil... via @peoplespharmacy

#knees #joints #osteoarthritis #inflammation #health
Will You Wear Your Knees Out If You Walk or Run?
Osteoarthritis is usually thought of as an inflammatory condition caused by wear on the joints. Physical activity lowers inflammation.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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What Is the Outcome of Prediabetes? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/wha... via @peoplespharmacy

#prediabetes #diabetes #metabolicdisorder #health
What Is the Outcome of Prediabetes?
Prediabetes does not lead inevitably to diabetes. Despite the name, many people with this metabolic disorder can reverse their condition.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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Wegovy Shots vs. Wegovy Pills for Weight Loss and Heart Protection www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/weg... via @peoplespharmacy

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Wegovy Shots vs. Wegovy Pills for Weight Loss and Heart Protection
Pills or shots? When it comes to Wegovy, maybe both! Wegovy pills (oral semaglutide) work for weight loss. Shots prevent heart problems.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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Beets Lower Blood Pressure www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/why... via @peoplespharmacy

#bloodpressure #beets #hypertension #health
Beets Lower Blood Pressure
If you are looking for healthy ways to control your blood pressure using diet, there is good science to show that beets lower blood pressure.
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November 9, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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Is Lp(a) Contributing to Unexplained Heart Attacks? www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/is-... via @peoplespharmacy

#Lpa #heartattack #cholesterol #triglycerides #aspirin #health
Is Lp(a) Contributing to Unexplained Heart Attacks?
Doctors measure LDL-C, HDL-C and triglycerides but Lp(a) is contributing to a LOT of heart disease? Could aspirin be helpful if Lp(a) is high?
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November 9, 2025 at 7:51 PM
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The Vaccine Controversy Is Dividing America www.peoplespharmacy.com/articles/the... via @peoplespharmacy

#vaccines #science #controversy #polarization #division #health
The Vaccine Controversy Is Dividing America
The vaccine controversy isn't just about science. It's also about fear, freedom and faith in medicine. Personal stories of pain and protection
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November 7, 2025 at 2:33 PM