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FDA Expands Approval of Esketamine for Depression

— Nasal spray now approved as monotherapy for treatment-resistant depression

esketamine (Spravato) over a dendrite receiving emitted neurotransmitters from a presynaptic neuron.

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Good Response to Obesity Treatment in Childhood Improved Outcomes Down the Line

Findings represent "a hopeful message that early intervention truly matters," researcher says

1 Hr Ago
Are Singulair's Psychiatric Risks in Kids Overblown?

Population-based study found no higher risk than with another asthma and allergy medication class

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Junk Food Turns Public Villain as Power Shifts in Washington

Some members of Trump's inner circle are gearing up to battle "Big Food"

Jan 20, 2025
GLP-1 Agents' Risks and Benefits Broader Than Previously Thought

VA researchers found lower risks for 42 diverse outcomes and increased risks for 19 others

Jan 20, 2025
Junk Food Turns Public Villain as Power Shifts in Washington

Some members of Trump's inner circle are gearing up to battle "Big Food"

GLP-1 Agents' Risks and Benefits Broader Than Previously Thought

VA researchers found lower risks for 42 diverse outcomes and increased risks for 19 others

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Complete Plaque Regression in Peyronie's Disease

Observation of complete plaque regression with multimodal therapy may be a first

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Teen Develops Persistent, Spreading Arm Swelling After a Fall

Is it "just" a hematoma or something more sinister?

A close up of a female doctor performing an ultrasound on her patients arm.

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Meet the Americans Who Still Take COVID-19 Precautions Seriously

Immunocompromised people and others say they must remain vigilant

Jan 20, 2025
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MedPAC Members Vote to Recommend Pay Hikes for Physicians and Hospitals

"Safety net" providers who serve low-income Medicare beneficiaries would get an extra pay bump

Jan 17, 2025
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Online Sellers of Compounded GLP-1s Often Don't Mention Risks

And 40.5% noted efficacy claims not listed on the labels of their originator products

Jan 17, 2025
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Ozempic/Wegovy and 14 Other Drugs Selected for Medicare Price Negotiation

25 drugs chosen so far comprise about a third of Medicare Part D spending on prescription drugs

Jan 17, 2025
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One Racial Group Is Less Likely to Go Through With Bariatric Surgery

No disparity emerges, though, in discussing weight-loss surgery with a healthcare provider

Jan 16, 2025
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Aspirin Fails to Boost Survival in Colorectal Cancer Trial

While well tolerated, there was also no significant reduction in risk of recurrence over placebo

Jan 16, 2025
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FDA Authorizes Marketing of Nicotine Pouches, a First for the Agency

While niche for now, use of flavored nicotine sachets among youths raises concerns

Jan 16, 2025
 FDA MARKETING ZYN nicotine pouch products over a photo of a container of Zyn nicotine pouches.
Amid H5N1, CDC Wants Faster Influenza A Subtyping for Hospitalized Cases

Clinicians should also ask about animal exposure

Jan 16, 2025
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Use of Supplement for Glaucoma May Come With Liver Toxicity, Experts Warn

Specialists are "quite concerned" about nicotinamide's risk of hepatotoxicity, says expert

Jan 16, 2025
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Pope Injured; Dietitian Defends Ultraprocessed Foods; Woman Dies Midflight

Health news and commentary gathered by app staff

Jan 16, 2025
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Infrequent Zoledronate Infusions Reduced Vertebral Fractures Soon After Menopause

As few as one infusion per decade lowered risk

Jan 15, 2025
A computer rendering of a vertebral fracture.
FDA Finally Proposes a Nicotine Crackdown, Years in the Making

Estimates suggest millions of deaths would be averted within the century

Jan 15, 2025
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Opinion
Should Alcohol Be a Part of Medical School Events?

The surgeon general's proposal for cancer warnings on alcoholic drinks offers a moment to reflect

Jan 15, 2025
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FDA Bans Red Dye No. 3 From Foods, Ingested Drugs

Consumer advocates praised the decision

Jan 15, 2025
A photo of Pez candy, which contains red dye no. 3, on display at a store in Lafayette, California, March 24, 2023.
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