Health News

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.
Companies Under Fire for Illegal Hangover Products
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warning letters to seven companies that were selling illegal hangover products.
New COVID-19 Test Gets Green Light
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for a new COVID-19 diagnostic test that can test people who are not showing symptoms.
Naloxone and Opioid Overdose
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a drug safety communication for opioids and medications used to treat opioid use disorder.
Narcolepsy Rx Gets Green Light
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new treatment option for narcolepsy.
COVID-19 Update: 7/27/20
The number of coronavirus cases continues to rise in the United States.
Additional Metformin Products Recalled
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is alerting the public about an additional voluntary recall of certain extended-release metformin products.