Medication & Drugs
Adult vaccinations
While most vaccines in a person’s life happen during childhood, adults need vaccinations, too. These vaccines protect against yearly respiratory viruses as well as other types of diseases that some...
Childhood Vaccines: What They Are and Why Your Child Needs Them
In the past, many preventable diseases were common during childhood. Some diseases could result in significant illness, discomfort and even long-term disability or death. That’s why medical profess...
COVID-19 Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions
During the COVID-19 pandemic, public-private partnerships produced a novel vaccine for COVID-19. While COVID-19 is no longer a pandemic, the virus still persists much like influenza. Vaccines for C...
Understanding COVID-19 Vaccine Options
Learn how mRNA and non-mRNA COVID-19 vaccines work and talk with your doctor to choose the best option for you. Why Vaccination Still Matters Protecting Yourself and Others Staying up to date on yo...
Prescription Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Medicines
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are medicines you can take for pain relief. They are often sold over the counter (OTC). This means you can buy them without a prescription from your do...
Pain Relievers: Understanding Your OTC Options
Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers are medicines you can buy at a store, without a prescription from your doctor. They can decrease or stop pain. They can also lower fevers. But not all pain rel...
Nasal Sprays: How to Use Them Correctly
Nasal sprays are liquid medicines you spray into your nose. They are used to help relieve congestion (stuffiness) in your nose. Congestion is often a symptom of a cold or allergies. Path to improve...
Drug-Food Interactions
A drug-food interaction occurs when your food and medicine interfere with one another. Interactions can happen with both prescription and over-the-counter medicines. These include antacids, vitamin...
