Health News

New Pain Rx Gets FDA Go-Ahead
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new pain medication to be used in hospitals.
First Oral Rx for Spinal Muscular Atrophy
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first-ever oral medication for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).
Rx for Chagas Disease Approved
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a treatment for Chagas disease.
COVID-19 Update: 8/18/20
The number of coronavirus cases continues to rise in the United States.
Multi-Condition Nasal Spray Recalled
All lots of Ferring Pharmaceuticals' multi-condition nasal spray are being recalled.
New Seizure Rx Gets FDA Go-Ahead
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new indication for a drug that is derived from the Cannabis sativa plant.
Fighting Youth E-Cig Use
Over the last several years, we have seen countless stories about increasing e-cig use, the risks and the possible side effects. And health officials continue working to keep up with the trend.
Nasal Spray for Depression Gets New Approved Use
Spravato (esketamine) is considered the first big advancement in depression treatment since the approval of Prozac — and it just got approved for a new use.
FDA Expands List of Dangerous Hand Sanitizers
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to find issues with certain hand sanitizer products.
Approved: New Kind of COVID-19 Test
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized two new COVID-19 tests.