Jennifer Wirth

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Jennifer Wirth is a freelance writer and SEO specialist. She holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering and is passionate about using her scientific background to uncover the most interesting aspects of health and wellness. When she’s not writing, you can find Jennifer spending time with her husband and three young sons.

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How to save on Mounjaro

Whether you’re taking this new medication for Type 2 diabetes or weight loss, these five strategies can make it a little easier on your wallet

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Health Education

Liver function test 101

This panel can provide important information about your health

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The 50 most-filled prescriptions of 2022

These are the most popular medications we saw filled with SingleCare this year. Did your Rx make the list?

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Health Education

What fertility labs mean

Knowing the numbers for a fertility panel can help you and your provider optimize your chances of conceiving

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Best heartburn meds

If you experience heartburn or indigestion, these options could spell relief

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Amitriptyline for sleep

This prescription is used to treat depression—here’s what you need to know about using the med for sleep

Updated on May 6, 2025

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Health Education

What does urinalysis detect?

This quick and painless test is a way for your healthcare provider to obtain valuable information about your health

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Health Education

Pregnancy glucose tests, decoded

These results are considered normal—outside of these recommended numbers, treatment may be necessary

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Health Education

6 cough remedies for kids

Cough or cold medicine isn’t always a safe or effective treatment option in children. Here are all-natural alternatives to try instead.

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Water intake and Microzide

When taking this prescription diuretic, it’s important to drink enough to avoid dehydration

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Health Education

Food poisoning 101

If it looks or smells off, don’t eat it! That’s the first rule of eating safely. Learn other strategies here.

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