Author: Gareth Windham

Feb

Medications

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Days: Your Complete Guide to Safe Medication Disposal

Learn what to expect at DEA's National Prescription Drug Take-Back Days, including when and where events happen, what medications to bring, and how proper disposal prevents misuse and environmental harm. Find out why this biannual event is vital for public safety.

Gareth Windham

Feb

Health Medicine

Serious vs Non-Serious Adverse Events: When and How to Report Them Correctly

Learn the critical difference between serious and non-serious adverse events in clinical trials. Understand when and how to report each type based on FDA and ICH guidelines to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Gareth Windham

Feb

Health Medicine

How to Safely Document Drug Allergies in Your Medical Records

Accurate documentation of drug allergies in medical records prevents dangerous medication errors. Learn what details to include, how EHRs use this data, and why being specific saves lives.

Gareth Windham

Jan

Health Medicine

State vs Federal Law: How Substitution Rules for Lawyers Differ and Why It Matters

State and federal courts have very different rules for replacing lawyers during a case. Mixing them up can delay your case, cost you money, or even get your lawyer in trouble. Here's what you need to know to avoid costly mistakes.

Gareth Windham

Jan

Health Medicine

Atrial Fibrillation: Rate vs. Rhythm Control and Stroke Prevention

Atrial fibrillation increases stroke risk fivefold. Learn how rate control and rhythm control differ, when each is recommended, and why early rhythm control is now the preferred approach for many patients under 75.

Gareth Windham

Jan

Medications

How to Create a Medication Schedule That Minimizes Interactions

Learn how to build a safe, simple medication schedule that reduces harmful drug interactions. Use timing blocks, pill organizers, and pharmacist reviews to stay on track and avoid dangerous side effects.

Gareth Windham

Jan

Pharmacy

Pharmacy Inventory Management: Generic Stocking Strategies That Cut Costs and Prevent Stockouts

Learn how to optimize generic drug inventory in your pharmacy using data-driven strategies that cut costs, prevent stockouts, and improve cash flow. Essential for independent pharmacists in 2026.

Gareth Windham

Jan

Health Medicine

Bursitis vs Tendinitis: Understanding Joint Inflammation and How to Treat It

Bursitis and tendinitis are common joint conditions that cause pain but require different treatments. Learn how to tell them apart, what actually works, and how to avoid making your pain worse.

Gareth Windham

Jan

Pharmacy

Barcode Scanning in Pharmacies: How It Prevents Dispensing Errors

Barcode scanning in pharmacies prevents up to 93% of medication errors by verifying the right patient, drug, dose, route, and time. Learn how this technology works, where it fails, and why it’s still the gold standard for safety.

Gareth Windham

Jan

Medications

How to Ask Your Doctor About Generic Alternatives for Lower-Cost Medications

Learn how to ask your doctor about generic alternatives to save money without sacrificing effectiveness. Discover when generics are safe, how much you can save, and what to say at your next appointment.

Gareth Windham