Question: I’ve heard about “superbugs” that can’t be stopped by antibiotics. But what does it mean when bacteria are resistant to antibiotics, and how does this happen? Answered by primary care physician Daniel Brown, DO.

Opill® represents a groundbreaking advancement in contraceptive options, offering women a safe, convenient and over-the-counter birth control choice.

In February 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, recommended adults aged 65 and older receive a vaccine dose.

Have you heard the buzz about bee pollen? Collected by honeybees from flowering plants, pollen is revered for its purported health benefits.

In 2005, cold medicines containing pseudoephedrine, an effective decongestant, were moved behind the pharmacy counter. In response, many drug companies replaced pseudoephedrine with phenylephrine, which could be sold over the counter. While the FDA has determined that phenylephrine is not effective as an oral medication, it hasn’t been proven unsafe.

As flu season approaches, getting a flu shot and timing it right will help protect you and your loved ones from a potentially serious illness.

Over-the-counter pain relief medications are widely accessible these days. We reach for them when we have aches, pains, fever or inflammation. Although they seem like an easy on-hand solution, are they always a good idea? Let’s take a closer look.

Real talk: These new COVID-19 vaccines were created in record time. Some people are skeptical that the vaccines didn’t go through the normal approval process or that manufacturers cut corners. Find out how the vaccines were developed so quickly.

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The overuse and misuse of antibiotics over the years have led to one of today’s most pressing health care problems – antibiotic resistance. Read about these tips to become a more responsible user of antibiotics.