[ad_1] The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved a drug from Merck designed to treat a progressive and life-threatening lung condition in a win for both the drugmaker and for patients suffering from the rare disease. The agency greenlighted the therapy, which will be marketed as Winrevair, for adults with pulmonary arterial hypertension. The…
[ad_1] Authorities in Ecuador have named a suspect in their investigation of now-recalled lead-tainted applesauce, which has been linked to poisonings of more than 400 Americans across 43 states, the Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday — but U.S authorities have “limited authority” to take steps against him. Ecuador’s authorities allege that Carlos Aguilera, a…
[ad_1] Quaker Oats expands granola product recall Quaker Oats expands granola product recall due to salmonella risk 00:19 Quaker Oats is expanding a prior recall to include additional cereals, granola bars and snacks sold across the U.S. because they could be contaminated with salmonella. The recalled products are sold throughout the 50 states, Puerto Rico,…
[ad_1] Kratom faces scrutiny over health risks – CBS News Watch CBS News Kratom is commonly marketed as a health wonder, but the FDA warns of “serious adverse effects.” It has even been blamed for several deaths. Mark Strassmann reports. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive…
[ad_1] The Biden administration has once again delayed banning menthol cigarettes, infuriating officials of public health groups who say the products are responsible for taking hundreds of thousands of American lives. On Wednesday, the White House quietly updated its Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs website to reflect that any final ban on menthol wouldn’t take place until…
[ad_1] FDA warns against using 26 eye drop products due to infection risk FDA warns against using 26 eye drop products due to infection risk 00:33 The FDA has expanded its list of eye drops recalled in 2023 because the products could be tainted with bacteria. Store-brand products sold at retailers including CVS, Rite Aid,…
[ad_1] FDA warns against using 26 eye drop products due to infection risk FDA warns against using 26 eye drop products due to infection risk 00:33 Another eye drop recall is pulling 27 products from store shelves, including store-brand products sold at retailers such as CVS, Rite Aid, Target and Walmart, with the recall coming…
[ad_1] The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approves Eli Lilly’s Zepbound drug for weight loss – CBS News Watch CBS News The FDA has approved Eli Lilly’s Zepbound drug for weight loss. It’s set to hit the market by the end of the year. Nancy Chen has more. Be the first to know Get browser…
[ad_1] Good Question: What guidelines should we follow when buying eye drops? Good Question: What guidelines should we follow when buying eye drops? 02:25 Consumers who use eye drops have been spooked this year by a rash of government warnings about dozens of brands potentially containing bacteria. The Food and Drug Administration earlier this year…
[ad_1] FDA warns against using 26 over-the-counter eyedrops because of infection risk – CBS News Watch CBS News The FDA Monday warned against using more than two dozen over-the-counter eyedrops because of an eye infection risk that could lead to blindness. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and…
