May 1, 2023

FDA Updates Prescribing Information and Guidelines for Opioid Analgesics

The Food and Drug Administration has upgraded its prescribing information and guidelines in light of data on the contribution of prescribed opioid medicines to overall opioid-related morbidity and mortality. Opioid drugs are potent analgesics prescribed to counter pain that is not responding to other analgesics or treatments. However, these medications are associated with significant safety...

Vitiligo Treatment Options: Exploring Medical and Alternative Approaches

Various vitiligo treatment options are available, from medical solutions, like topical corticosteroids and light therapy, to alternative approaches, such as herbal remedies and mind-body therapies. Learn about approaches tailored to your needs while you strive toward better skin health. Topical corticosteroids and calcineurin inhibitors are commonly used medical treatments for vitiligo, while light therapy and...

Coping With the Emotional Impact of Vitiligo

Learn to cope with the emotional impact of vitiligo by embracing your uniqueness, practicing self-love, connecting with others, and exploring creative outlets. Various coping strategies can help support emotional well-being so you can navigate life with vitiligo confidently. Living with vitiligo can bring about a mix of emotions, but it’s important to recognize and acknowledge...

Factors Affecting Patterns of Breast or Chest Feeding

The influence of cultural, individual, socioeconomic, and historical factors has greatly contributed to feeding practices.  The significance of breastfeeding cannot be ignored, as it positively affects an infant’s health. However, with increasing global acceptance of gender and sexual minorities, the family structure has evolved. Multiple factors have impacted the normal practice of breastfeeding. A recent...

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