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FDA pulls all forms of ranitidine from U.S. market

Ranitidine, commonly known by its brand name Zantac, is a medication that…
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Are you prepared for an emergency situation?

When a major natural disaster looms, like a hurricane, flooding, earthquake, etc.,…
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FDA approves Xenleta to treat bacterial pneumonia

On Monday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced its approval…
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Why kids get sick at school

Happiness is contagious, but so are colds and the flu. When your…
FDA approval - fezolinetant

9 generic versions of Lyrica now available at lower costs for pa...

Last year, Lyrica (pregabalin) was pharmaceutical giant Pfizer Inc.’s second best-selling prescription…
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FDA approves Nayzilam spray for seizures

There is some big news for people with epilepsy who experience seizure…
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Sex on antidepressants: Exploring the sexual side effects of SSRIs

In a 15-year time frame, the number of Americans taking antidepressants has…
Mapping Illness on Instagram

Mapping flu and allergy season through Instagram posts

These days, people can’t even sneeze without posting a photo on Instagram.…
People's thoughts on germs

How people feel about—and avoid—germs

The average person contracts the cold around two to three times per…
The future of male birth control

The future of male birth control: Who should control contracepti...

In 1960, the birth control pill was approved by the Food and…
Walmart opioid restrictions policy

Walmart introduces new opioid prescription policies

In an effort to help curb opioid use and misuse as part…