Tag: United States
Pfizer’s New R&D Head, VC Deep-Dive, and FDA Commissioner: What You Need to Know
Pfizer has welcomed a new R&D head, Chris Boshoff, who is expected to make significant strides in research and development to satisfy investors. Additionally, the biotech venture capital landscape is set to see some...
Zepbound: Eli Lilly’s Obesity Drug Approved for Sleep Apnea Treatment in U.S.
Zepbound: Eli Lilly's Obesity Drug Approved for Sleep Apnea Treatment in U.S.The Food and Drug Administration made a groundbreaking announcement on Friday, granting approval to Eli Lilly's obesity drug, Zepbound, for the treatment of...
Understanding Fentanyl: A Comprehensive Guide to this Powerful Painkiller
Understanding the Dangers of Fentanyl: A Closer Look at this Lethal PainkillerFentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid, has been making headlines due to its increasing presence in the illegal drug market and its devastating impact...
Medicare to Negotiate Prices of Diabetes and Weight Loss Drugs
Medicare to Negotiate Prices of Diabetes and Weight Loss DrugsIn a groundbreaking move, Medicare officials have announced plans to negotiate the prices of two widely-used drugs for diabetes and weight loss. Ozempic and Wegovy,...
Novo Nordisk’s Next-Generation Obesity Treatment Falls Short in Key Trial
Novo Nordisk, a prominent player in the pharmaceutical industry, recently faced a setback with its next-generation obesity treatment, CagriSema. The highly anticipated treatment showed promising results in a pivotal study, with patients experiencing a...
Finding Happiness in Small Moments: Tips from NIH MedlinePlus Magazine
Steve Guttenberg Shares His Caregiving JourneyActor and writer Steve Guttenberg, best known for his roles in hit comedies like Police Academy and Three Men and a Baby, recently shared his experience as a...
The Rise of Clitoral Enlargement Surgery: A Look at Women’s Expensive Choices
Women's Choices: The Rise of Clitoral Enlargement SurgeryAna, a medical assistant in Florida, made a life-changing decision in 2018. After learning about clitoral enlargement surgery, she decided to undergo the procedure to enhance her...
FDA Approval: Ionis Rare Disease Therapy Lowers Triglycerides
Ionis Pharmaceuticals has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining FDA approval for their groundbreaking therapy, Tryngolza, designed to combat a rare and fatal genetic disease. This therapy targets patients suffering from familial chylomicronemia syndrome...
Walgreens Accused of Illegally Filling Millions of Opioid Prescriptions
Walgreens Faces Allegations of Illegally Dispensing Opioid PrescriptionsAfter years of meticulous investigation, the U.S. Department of Justice has taken a significant step by filing a civil lawsuit against Walgreens. The pharmacy giant stands accused...
Effective Ways to Prevent Diabetes and Improve Health
Effective Ways to Prevent Diabetes and Improve HealthDiabetes is a prevalent disorder in the U.S., affecting about 1 in 9 Americans. The condition raises the risk for severe health issues like eye, kidney, nerve,...
Biden Administration Claims Credit for Largest Drop in Overdose Deaths: Experts Urge Caution
**Biden Administration Boasts Record Drop in Overdose Deaths, but Experts Urge Caution**Drug deaths in the United States have taken a surprising turn, showing a notable decline after years of devastatingly high overdose mortality rates....
New Title: FDA Approves Vertex Drug for Cystic Fibrosis
FDA Approves Vertex Drug for Cystic FibrosisVertex Pharmaceuticals has just received FDA approval for their new drug, Alyftrek, to treat cystic fibrosis in patients with specific genetic mutations. This once-daily medication, a triple combination...
