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COVID-19 Update: 4/24/20
The number of coronavirus cases continues to rise in the United States.
National Drug Take-Back Day Delayed Due to COVID-19
This year's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day has been postponed due to COVID-19. But you can still safely dispose of your unused and expired medications.
Picking Up Your Prescriptions During COVID-19: Safety Tips
As we face the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic, safety needs to be a top priority — even when you head to the pharmacy to pick up your prescriptions.
A Possible New Blood Test for Alzheimer's
A blood test to detect Alzheimer's disease? A new study suggests it's possible.
Warning: Chloroquine Only for Use Under a Doctor's Care
Chloroquine continues to be in the news as the number of COVID-19 cases rises. And now health officials are warning about improper use of this substance.
More Fraudulent COVID-19 Treatments Busted
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers about more fraudulent coronavirus treatments.
Generic Proventil HFA Gets Green Light
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first generic version of a common asthma inhaler.
How to Stop Overeating when Working from Home
In the new "normal" of a world that includes coronavirus, many of us have found ourselves working from home. And some of us are tempted to overeat when our pantries are in arm's reach.
Allergy Capitals 2020: Did Your City Make the List?
The arrival of spring might be a welcome break from the harsh weather of this past winter, but the season’s change isn’t always good news for those who are sensitive to certain allergens.
Approved: OTC Advil/Tylenol Combo
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first combination of ibuprofen and acetaminophen for pain relief.