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Health
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

What's So Bad About Nicotine?

Nicotine alternatives like vapes and pouches are perceived as less harmful compared to traditional smoking, despite the historical dangers associated with nicotine.
Health
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Why a new opioid alternative is out of reach for some pain patients

A new non-opioid painkiller, Journavx, offers hope for chronic pain sufferers, but insurance limitations hinder access.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Hope for Depression and Other Diagnoses with Psychedelics

Psychedelic therapies are emerging as potential treatments for treatment-resistant depression and other psychiatric disorders.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

What's the Best Way to Keep Your Glucose Regulated?

"Waist circumference, blood pressure, LDL cholesterol, resting heart rate - they are much better measures of how healthy someone is than glucose," the University of Oxford's Nicola Guess told The Atlantic.
Health
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The first-ever cultivated-meat fish just got FDA approval. Its CEO talks about how Wildtype got there.

Wildtype's salmon is not a plant-based meat alternative; it's actual salmon, derived from Pacific salmon cells that have been fed with nutrients like protein, fat, and salt.
Food & drink
#type-1-diabetes
fromtime.com
2 months ago

FDA Approves a Twice-Yearly Shot to Prevent HIV

The approval of lenacapavir, requiring a twice-yearly injection, represents a significant leap in HIV prevention efforts, especially improving compliance over daily pill regimens.
Public health
#hiv
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

FDA Approves New RSV Antibody For Infants - Here's What To Know

Enflonsia is the first preventative antibody shot for infants to guard against RSV, a critical protector for young children during RSV season.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Hype or helpful? The truth behind devices that monitor your blood sugar

Continuous glucose monitors have significant health potential, but their benefits for individuals without diabetes remain uncertain.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Fecal transplants: Study is a 'wake-up call' for the field DW 06/06/2025

"Even a single FMT will cause a change in the host-microbe relationships in these very different regions of the bowel that may be very difficult to reverse."
Alternative medicine
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

NASA-inspired low-vibration belt lowers bone fracture risk

Osteoboost is the first FDA-approved non-drug intervention for osteopenia, particularly beneficial for postmenopausal women.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Elon Musk's Neuralink closes a $650M Series E | TechCrunch

Neuralink raises $650 million, pushing innovation in brain chip technology and clinical applications.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Butterfly Pea Flower Extract: What Is This Strikingly Vibrant Ingredient And How Do You Use It? - Tasting Table

Butterfly pea flower extract, used for centuries in various cultures for its vibrant color, has been approved by the FDA as a natural food coloring option.
SF food
SF parents
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

New Jersey teen pain-free thanks to new sickle cell disease treatment

A groundbreaking gene therapy offers a potential cure for sickle cell disease, marking a significant advancement in treatment.
#alzheimers-disease
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

First FDA-cleared Alzheimer's blood test could make diagnoses faster, more accurate

A new FDA-cleared blood test for Alzheimer's can significantly improve diagnosis and treatment for patients.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

First FDA-cleared Alzheimer's blood test could make diagnoses faster, more accurate

A new FDA-cleared blood test for Alzheimer's can significantly improve diagnosis and treatment for patients.
Wearables
fromInsideHook
3 months ago

The FDA Just Approved an Alzheimer's Disease Blood Test

The FDA approved a blood test for Alzheimer's disease, enhancing early detection and accessibility.
Medicine
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

FDA approves blood test that can help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

FDA endorses first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, enhancing accessibility and accuracy for patients.
Parenting
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

The remarkable timeline of a custom gene-editing therapy to save a newborn

KJ received groundbreaking gene-editing therapy at just six months old, showcasing rapid advancements in clinical trial processes.
#cervical-cancer
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

What to know about the first at-home Pap smear approved by the FDA

The FDA approved a new at-home cervical cancer screening tool, improving access for women to detect cervical cancer.
Cancer
fromwww.bostonherald.com
3 months ago

First at-home test kit for cervical cancer approved by the FDA, company says

FDA approves the first at-home cervical cancer testing kit, enhancing access to HPV screening for women.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Into The Sun: Federal Circuit Provides Clarity On The Role Of Injunctions In Pharma Cases - Above the Law

It is estimated that 700,000 Americans are currently afflicted with alopecia areata, with rates higher in minority communities, showcasing the urgent need for effective treatments.
Intellectual property law
fromInsideHook
3 months ago

Study Shows Ubrogepant Can Address Non-Headache Symptoms

"The pain always travels in some way, and it's undeniably overwhelming," explained Terri Battenburg. "I usually just try to power through it, but it's like trying to swim through mud."
Alternative medicine
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

Inside the Bloodbath at the NIH

Trikafta's development exemplifies successful collaboration in American biomedical research between public and private sectors, transforming cystic fibrosis treatment.
The rapid FDA approval of Trikafta significantly improved treatment options for children with cystic fibrosis.
Silicon Valley food
fromFuturism
3 months ago

FDA Approves Gene-Hacked CRISPR Pigs for Human Consumption

The FDA has approved a CRISPR gene-edited pig for human consumption, targeting a major viral disease affecting the pork industry.
fromInsideHook
3 months ago

We're Getting Closer to Edible GLP-1 Drugs Being Available

The rise of oral GLP-1 medications could revolutionize diabetes and weight loss treatments, with several companies currently in clinical trials.
fromwww.bostonherald.com
3 months ago

Novavax says its COVID-19 shot is on track for full FDA approval after delay

With full FDA approval, Novavax would have permission to keep its shot on the market indefinitely, as emergency authorization can be revoked after a health emergency.
Coronavirus
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Everything to know about the new weight loss pill that works as well as Ozempic - and when you can get it

Eli Lilly's orforglipron offers a stab-free treatment for diabetes and obesity, with potential FDA approval enhancing its market presence.
Alternative medicine
fromNature
4 months ago

Pig livers for people: US regulator greenlights first safety trial

FDA approved trial for genetically modified pig livers to treat organ failure is a significant step in xenotransplantation.
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