Author: Gareth Windham

12
Dec
Chronic Bronchitis: Managing Cough, Sputum, and Quitting Smoking for Better Lung Health
Health Medicine

Chronic Bronchitis: Managing Cough, Sputum, and Quitting Smoking for Better Lung Health

Chronic bronchitis causes a lasting cough and mucus buildup, often from smoking. Quitting tobacco is the most effective way to slow it down. Learn how pulmonary rehab, vaccines, and proper treatment can improve your breathing and quality of life.

Gareth Windham
11
Dec
Allergic Reactions to Generics: When to Seek Medical Care
Medications

Allergic Reactions to Generics: When to Seek Medical Care

Generic medications can cause allergic reactions due to hidden inactive ingredients like lactose, gluten, or dyes - even if the brand-name version never did. Know the signs, when to call 911, and how to stay safe.

Gareth Windham
7
Dec
Over-the-Counter Medications Past Expiration: What You Really Need to Know
Medications

Over-the-Counter Medications Past Expiration: What You Really Need to Know

Expired OTC meds aren't always dangerous, but they're not always safe either. Learn which common painkillers and allergy pills are okay to use past their date - and which ones could put you at risk.

Gareth Windham
6
Dec
Thiazide Diuretics and Gout: What You Need to Know About Uric Acid Risks
Medications

Thiazide Diuretics and Gout: What You Need to Know About Uric Acid Risks

Thiazide diuretics like hydrochlorothiazide are effective for high blood pressure but can raise uric acid levels and trigger gout. Learn who’s at risk, how to spot it early, and safer alternatives.

Gareth Windham
5
Dec
Pediatric Exclusivity: How the FDA Extends Market Protection for Drugs Without Changing Patents
Pharmacy

Pediatric Exclusivity: How the FDA Extends Market Protection for Drugs Without Changing Patents

Pediatric exclusivity gives drugmakers six extra months of market protection after completing FDA-requested pediatric studies. It doesn't extend patents-it blocks generic approval. Here's how it works, who benefits, and why it matters.

Gareth Windham
1
Dec
How to Evaluate Overseas vs. Domestic Generic Manufacturing
Health Medicine

How to Evaluate Overseas vs. Domestic Generic Manufacturing

Choosing between overseas and domestic manufacturing for generic drugs involves more than cost. Speed, quality control, IP protection, and supply chain resilience matter just as much. Here’s how to make the right call.

Gareth Windham
1
Dec
Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS): Symptoms, Causes, and What to Do
Health Medicine

Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS): Symptoms, Causes, and What to Do

DRESS syndrome is a rare but deadly drug reaction causing fever, rash, organ damage, and high eosinophils. Know the signs, stop the drug fast, and save your life.

Gareth Windham
28
Nov
Opioids in Liver Disease: How Impaired Metabolism Increases Risk of Toxicity
Pharmacy

Opioids in Liver Disease: How Impaired Metabolism Increases Risk of Toxicity

Opioids can become dangerously toxic in liver disease due to impaired metabolism. Learn how morphine, oxycodone, and other opioids accumulate, the risks involved, and safer alternatives for pain management.

Gareth Windham
26
Nov
Quality Assurance Concerns: Fears About Manufacturing in 2025
Environmental Science

Quality Assurance Concerns: Fears About Manufacturing in 2025

In 2025, quality assurance in manufacturing is no longer optional-it's a survival tool. Rising costs, skills gaps, and tech fragmentation are creating real fears on the factory floor. Here’s what’s working, what’s failing, and how to fix it.

Gareth Windham
24
Nov
Healthcare Communication Training: How Institutional Education Programs Improve Patient Outcomes
Health Medicine

Healthcare Communication Training: How Institutional Education Programs Improve Patient Outcomes

Institutional healthcare communication programs use evidence-based training to reduce errors, improve patient satisfaction, and save lives. Learn how top hospitals teach doctors, nurses, and staff to communicate effectively - and why it works.

Gareth Windham