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Article imageJoe Graedon - October 12, 2026
Article imageTerry Graedon - October 12, 2026
Article imageJoe Graedon - October 12, 2026

Should We Laugh or Cry About Generic Drug Quality?

John Oliver makes concerns about generic drug quality funny, but shortages, overseas manufacturing and FDA oversight are no laughing matter.

Joe Graedon - October 12, 2026

Is Lp(a) Contributing to Mysterious Heart Attacks?

Joe Graedon - October 7, 2026

Unexpected GLP-1 Side Effects: Can Eye Doctors and Dermatologists Get Up to Speed?

Joe Graedon - October 5, 2026

U.S. Blocking Brand Name Drugs from Canada! Will People Die?

Joe Graedon - October 5, 2026

What to Do About Arthritis Pain When NSAIDs Are Out

Joe Graedon - October 5, 2026

Devastating Hair Loss Side Effect from Beta Blockers Rarely Mentioned

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Terry Graedon - September 28, 2026

Drinking Coffee with Synthroid Undermines a Morning Dose

Drinking coffee with Synthroid leads to lower absorption of this thyroid hormone. Fiber and cow's milk also interfere. What's for breakfast?

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Joe Graedon - September 28, 2026

Potty Mouth Mischief: Did Stop-Smoking Chantix Make Mouth Go Rogue?

Stop-smoking Chantix can curb cravings and help people stop smoking. Some users of varenicline report changes in behavior and personality.