Yvette C. Terrie, BSPharm, RPh

Daily intake of an adequate amount of dietary fiber is the most common recommendation for the prevention and treatment of constipation, and has an important role in the maintenance of normal bowel function.

Vaccine-preventable diseases kill more Americans than breast cancer, HIV/AIDS, or traffic accidents. Pharmacists are in a unique position to counsel patients about vaccines and administer them to target groups.

With all the attention on the benefits of omega fatty acids, patients will be looking for advice on the wide array of these supplements currently on the market to promote cardiovascular health.

Pharmacists are well-positioned to inform patients about the various types of blood pressure monitors currently available and ensure that they are counseled on the proper use of these devices.

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.

Migraines can affect patients differently--simple explanations are presented here to help educate patients on causes, diagnosis, prevention, and treatments.

Migraines can affect patients differently--simple explanations are presented here to help educate patients on causes, diagnosis, prevention, and treatments.

Optimal management of anaphylaxis is avoidance of known triggers, but if a reaction occurs, being prepared is crucial to successful treatment and preventing.

Research is providing encouraging evidence about the use of probiotics for various conditions, including allergic rhinitis.

Diabetes affects a large portion of the population. Therefore, clinicians need to continue to increase awareness about diabetes, the risk factors associated with the disease, and the importance of ongoing medical care.

Headaches are a common health complaint, and selecting the right OTC product depends on the headache's type and intensity.

UTIs are one of the most common medical complaints of women; various OTC products for pain relief and UTI detection are available.

Approximately 75% of Americans report at least one symptom associated with insomnia throughout the year.

The use of multivitamin supplements may benefit elderly patients who do not receive adequate nutrients and have unique nutritional needs.

Approximately 27 million Americans have some degree of osteoarthritis; patients can benefit from pharmacist counseling when determining appropriateness of self-treatment with OTC medications.