Yvette C. Terrie, BSPharm, RPh

Early treatment of rosacea is crucial for the prevention of irreversible damage.

The nutritional supplements glucosamine and chondroitin have demonstrated some potential for reducing pain associated with osteoarthritis.

Adequate daily fiber intake confers multiple health benefits, including improved management of irritable bowel syndrome.

Migraine headaches affect an estimated 25% to 30% of individuals in the United States. More than two thirds of patients who have migraines are women. Many women experience migraines before or during their menstrual cycle. Migraines can also run in families, and most often occur between 15 and 55 years of age.

The use of herbal supplements has increased in the last 10 to 15 years, and an estimated 25% of adults use one or more herbal supplements to treat a medical condition.

New guidelines for managing patients with atrial fibrillation emphasize stroke prevention.