Anne Jacobson, MD, MPH
Medical Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board
Anne Jacobson, MD, MPH, is a board-certified family physician, writer, editor, teacher, and consultant. She is a graduate of University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, trained at West Suburban Family Medicine in Oak Park, Illinois. She later completed a fellowship in community medicine at PCC Community Wellness and a master's in Public Health at the University of Illinois-Chicago. She lives with her family near Chicago.
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How much is Concerta without insurance?
Concerta can be costly without insurance. Learn how to get Concerta at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
Feb. 14, 2022
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Is Trulicity insulin?
Trulicity is not insulin and it cannot replace insulin. Learn how to use Trulicity and other Type 2 diabetes medications.
Feb. 8, 2022
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How much is Eliquis without insurance?
Eliquis can be costly without insurance. Learn how to get Eliquis at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
Updated on Aug. 8, 2024
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Dupixent side effects
Dupixent has few side effects and interactions but some can be serious, so it helps to get familiar with the possible side effects
Jan. 14, 2022
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Descovy side effects and how to avoid them
Descovy side effects include weight gain, diarrhea, and nausea
Jan. 9, 2022
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Epilepsy statistics 2024
One in 26 people will develop epilepsy, as it's the fourth most common neurological disorder in the world. Get updated epilepsy stats here.
Updated on Jan. 24, 2024
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How to avoid Otezla side effects
Otezla side effects include weight loss, diarrhea, and sometimes depression
Dec. 16, 2021
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How to avoid Cosentyx side effects
Cosentyx side effects include diarrhea, injection site irritation, and risk of infection
Dec. 14, 2021
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How to avoid estradiol side effects
There are many estradiol side effects, which can vary by the form of estradiol you use. Compare common vs. serious side effects here and find out how long they last.
Nov. 24, 2021
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How to avoid Dexilant side effects
Hypomagnesemia, vitamin B12 deficiency, and fundic gland polyps are common Dexilant side effects with long-term use
Nov. 15, 2021
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Entresto side effects and how to avoid them
Entresto is used to treat high blood pressure. Common side effects include low blood pressure, cough and dizziness.
Nov. 11, 2021