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Dawn Weinberger

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Dawn Weinberger is a freelance writer in Portland, Oregon, who has been covering health and medicine for more than two decades. Her work has appeared in Glamour, Reader's Digest, The Oregonian, and many others. Read more of her stories on her website.
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cough syrup and alcohol
Health Education

Is it safe to drink with cold and flu meds?

It’s tempting to soothe symptoms with a hot toddy—here’s what to consider
A skyline represents the most prescribed drugs in big cities
Company

The most popular drugs in the top 50 U.S. cities

Columbus, Ohio, and Las Vegas are as different as two cities can…
Alcohol and medication
Drug Info

10 Rx-alcohol interactions

Think twice before picking up an adult beverage if you’re taking one of these medications
Medications Airlines Carry - first aid kit and boarding pass
Health Education

Are you prepared for an in-flight medical emergency?

Allergic reactions and other medical emergencies can happen anywhere, including 31,000 feet in…
An image of alcohol and diabetes medication
Health Education

Is it safe to combine alcohol and insulin?

Even if you control your diabetes with insulin shots, you are probably…
Health Services To Do When Deductible Is Met - stuffed wallet
Health Education

5 health services to do after you’ve met your deductible

If you have health insurance, you probably have a health insurance deductible,…
An image of hand-washing is an example of something people taking immunosuppressants should do
Drug Info

How to stay healthy if you’re taking an immunosuppressant

Certain medications are nothing short of miracles for the patients who need…
An image of a margarita and pills represents the combination of Adderall and alcohol
Drug Info

Is it safe to combine medication for ADHD and alcohol?

When you think of ADHD, you probably think of hyperactive kids. But…
What do pharmacists do? An image of a pharmacist symbolizes an explanation
Company

What do pharmacists do? 8 things you didn’t know about pharmacy

Even if you don’t take prescription medication, chances are you’ve benefited from…
Alcohol and statins - drink with pills
Health Education

Do statins and alcohol consumption mix?

You’ve already given up burgers, pizza, doughnuts, and ice cream in an…
Flu shot 101
Health Education

Flu shot 101: Everything you need to know about getting vaccinated

Flu shot vs. nasal spray vaccine | Who needs it | When…