Ice or Heat After a Sprain? Choosing and Using Them Safely
A recent swollen injury differs from later muscle stiffness. Protect the skin and recognize when an examination is needed.
Health Guides
OCuSOFT Original Eyelid Wipes: Cleaning Eyelids Safely
Eyelid wipes are for external eyelid care, not eye drops. Original is a rinse-off formula; follow your package.
Magnesium Supplements: How to Read Supplement Facts
Understand serving size, elemental magnesium, forms and the supplemental upper limit before comparing products.
How to Read an OTC Drug Facts Label and Avoid Duplicate Ingredients
Check active ingredients, uses, warnings and directions before combining cold, pain or allergy medicines.
What Is NyQuil? Cold & Flu Liquid Ingredients, Dosing and Tylenol Precautions
A guide to the three ingredients in U.S. regular NyQuil Cold & Flu liquid, labeled doses, drowsiness, duplicate acetaminophen and important warnings.
Blood Pressure Medicines: Questions to Ask Your Care Team
An overview of common blood pressure medicine groups and practical questions about monitoring, side effects, and interactions.
Anti-inflammatory Medicines, Antibiotics, and Acetaminophen
Understand the different roles of NSAIDs, antibiotics, and acetaminophen before choosing a medicine.
Is Ibuprofen Anti-inflammatory? Yes—But It Is Not an Antibiotic
Ibuprofen is an NSAID with anti-inflammatory effects. Learn how it differs from an antibiotic and why the product label matters.
Video Allergy Causes and Prevention: Dr. Hui Yiqun
This archived Chinese-language video features Dr. Hui Yiqun discussing allergy causes and prevention.For help choosing an over-the-counter allergy product, ask a pharmacist about your symptoms, other medicines, and the product’s Drug Facts label.
Video Fall Prevention for Older Adults: Dr. Ding Yongzeng
This archived Chinese-language video features Dr. Ding Yongzeng discussing fall prevention for older adults.Practical steps to discuss with your care teamReview medicines that may cause dizziness, maintain good lighting, remove tripping hazards, and ask about strength and balance activities suited to your abilities. Tell your...
Video Using Medicines Correctly: A Pharmacist’s Video Discussion
This archived Chinese-language Health 1+1 program features pharmacist Hung Yao-Chun discussing medicine use.Make your medicine list usefulBring a list of prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and supplements when speaking with your pharmacist. Include the dose and how often you use each item. For a specific product,...
Whole Grains in Everyday Meals: Simple Ways to Add Variety
Whole grains can add variety to meals without complicated recipes. Choose foods you enjoy and portions that fit your overall eating pattern.Make familiar meals work for youTry oatmeal at breakfast and add fruit or nuts if they fit your needs.Use brown rice or a brown-and-white...