ZYN nicotine pouches are approved for adults 21 and older, with restrictions to safeguard public health and prevent youth use. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the…
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FDA to Revoke Red Food Dye Authorization
The HHS Secretary nominee has called for improvements in nutritional guidance and stricter criteria for American food. The Food and Drug Administration is moving to ban erythrosine, aka…
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FDA Proposes Mandatory Asbestos Testing for Talc-Based Cosmetics
The new rule is intended to protect consumers from asbestos exposure in cosmetic products. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently proposed a rule under the Modernization…
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HHS Declares Public Health Emergency in California Amid Wildfires
Federal resources mobilized to address health needs in Los Angeles County HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra has declared a Public Health Emergency (PHE) for California in response to the…
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Surgeon General Recommends Cancer Risk Warning on Alcohol Labels
He published a report linking seven cancer types to alcohol consumption. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy released a report recommending that alcohol labels should include cancer risk warnings. The…
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FDA Approves Medication for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
First OSA drug treatment for obese adults offers new hope alongside diet and exercise. The FDA recently approved Zepbound (tirzepatide) as the first drug treatment for moderate to…
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Medicare Cost for 64 Drugs Decreases
The savings under the Inflation Reduction Act are anticipated to benefit 853,000 enrollees. Starting January 1, 2025, Medicare enrollees will see reduced coinsurance rates for 64 drugs under…
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HHS Withdraws Proposed Expansions to Contraception Access
Leaves rules strengthening employer conscience in place. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the withdrawal of a proposal to solidify birth control access within employer-sponsored…
Read MoreFDA Approves Medication for Rare Adrenal Gland Disorder
Crenessity reduces glucocorticoid dependency and improves hormone control for classic CAH. The FDA has recently approved Crenessity (crinecerfont) for use alongside glucocorticoids in treating adults and children aged…
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Federal Agencies Release 10-Year Plan for Native Language Revitalization
3 departments unveil the government-wide strategy at 2024 Tribal Nations Summit. The Departments of the Interior, Education, and Health and Human Services announced a 10-year plan for Native Language…
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