Risa Kerslake
Risa Kerslake
Risa Kerslake is a registered nurse turned freelance journalist from the Midwest. She covers issues related to women's health, parenting, fertility and mental health. Her work has appeared in Vox, Healthline, Parents.com and other publications.
Latest MedTruth Work by Risa Kerslake
Elmiron Vision Problems May Start Years After Stopping the Drug
Risa Kerslake · March 3, 2021
This is the first report of “delayed onset” pigmentary maculopathy in which symptoms first appeared years after the patient stopped taking the drug.
Research + FindingsCommon Medications May Increase Risk of Alzheimer's Dementia
Risa Kerslake · December 22, 2020
A new study suggests common drugs such as Advil, Benadryl, Tylenol and Sominex may increase risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease.
Research + FindingsElmiron Bladder Medication and Vision Loss: What Patients Need to Know
Risa Kerslake · September 23, 2020
Symptoms that have been reported include blurry vision, difficulty seeing in the dark, and, in advanced stages, blind spots.
Health Features-
Elmiron Vision Problems May Start Years After Stopping the Drug
Risa Kerslake · March 3, 2021
This is the first report of “delayed onset” pigmentary maculopathy in which symptoms first appeared years after the patient stopped taking the drug.
Research + Findings -
Common Medications May Increase Risk of Alzheimer's Dementia
Risa Kerslake · December 22, 2020
A new study suggests common drugs such as Advil, Benadryl, Tylenol and Sominex may increase risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease.
Research + Findings -
Elmiron Bladder Medication and Vision Loss: What Patients Need to Know
Risa Kerslake · September 23, 2020
Symptoms that have been reported include blurry vision, difficulty seeing in the dark, and, in advanced stages, blind spots.
Health Features
Masks: Physical and Mental Health Implications
Risa Kerslake · July 9, 2020
With so many unknowns about COVID-19, information on mask use is ever-evolving. Mask use may have mental and emotional effects on some – here's how to cope while staying safe.
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