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California's Tortilla Bill Threatens To Flatten Small Businesses

Proposed legislation mandates folic acid in masa flour, sparking fears among traditional tortilla makers about costs and cultural impact.

Reason · Jun 1, 2024

The battle for MDMA as drug steps closer to becoming a prescription medicine

MDMA could be reclassified as a prescription medicine and made available to specially certified doctors and therapists

The Independent UK · May 31, 2024

Guillain-Barre Syndrome 'More Common Than Expected' In RSV Vaccinated Older Adults: CDC

While the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the officials from the CDC continue to investigate the risks, the current recommendation is to continue the vaccine as "the estimated benefits of RSV vaccination continued to outweigh potential risks."

Medical Daily · May 31, 2024

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A major nicotine company went through New Yorkers’ thrown-out vapes and found that 99% were illegally imported from China

Vapes with candy-like flavors such as “blue razz ice” and “pink lemonade” dominated the study.

Fortune · May 30, 2024

First Pill for Postpartum Depression Offers New Hope for New Mothers

Before the new oral medication, women experiencing postnatal depression were prescribed an intravenous injection which risks excessive sedation and a sudden loss of consciousness.

International Business Times UK · May 29, 2024

Ozempic and Wegovy are so hard to find that a startup invented a free tool for tracking whether the weight-loss drugs are in stock

The tool, from telehealth company Ro, lets users report when they find the drug in stock and when there’s a shortage.

Fortune · May 29, 2024

Rishi Sunak ordered by High Court judge to come clean on first Rwanda flight date

Government lawyers had told the court flights could go in late June – but then Rishi Sunak called the election

The Independent UK · May 29, 2024

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Gwyneth Paltrow is thought to be a fan of red light therapy for your vagina - so, can it really boost pelvic floor tone and sexual function?

Helpful tool or harmful fad?

Marie Claire · May 29, 2024

Dividend Stability and Growth in Pharma: Pfizer (PFE) vs. Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY)

The pharma sector is primed for solid growth owing to technological advancements, growing healthcare needs, and a rise in chronic diseases. Given this backdrop, let’s analyze the fundamentals of pharmaceutical stocks Pfizer (PFE) and Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) to determine which of these stocks offer better dividend stability and growth. Read…

StockNews.com · May 28, 2024

Could drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy help people live longer? Some experts see them as potential longevity pills

“The singular most effective and consistent way of extending lifespan in animals is caloric restriction.”

Fortune · May 26, 2024

Neuralink's First Brain Implant Patient Shares 'Amazing and Rewarding' Experience

The first paralysed man with a Neuralink chip reports success (racing games!), but software updates and brain response pose challenges.

International Business Times UK · May 24, 2024

Louisania GOP passes abortion pill ban

Under the proposed law, people found in possession of the pills could face up to five years behind bars

Salon · May 23, 2024

Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood Boosts Stake in Firms Making Breakthroughs in Gene Editing, AI Drug Development, and Obesity Drugs

Cathie Wood splurged millions in biotech this year on strong clinical progress, AI adoption, sales growth, wider outreach, and steady product pipelines.

International Business Times UK · May 23, 2024

The Good Doctor season 7 ending explained: can Shaun save his friends?

In The Good Doctor series finale, Shaun must make hard choices to save two of his dear friends. We break down what happened.

WhatToWatch · May 22, 2024

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Reason · May 22, 2024

It's Time for Over-the-Counter Ozempic

There's an easy way to lower the cost of next-generation weight-loss drugs.

Reason · May 21, 2024

The Evidence Suggests the DEA Still Has Not Come Around on Rescheduling Marijuana

It looks like Attorney General Merrick Garland overrode the agency's recalcitrant drug warriors in deciding to reclassify the drug.

France 24 · May 21, 2024

US FDA approves Neuralink's brain chip implant for second patient

The US startup Neuralink, which recently implanted one of its chips into the brain of a young quadriplegic man for the first time, has been forced to halt the trial. The company, co-founded by Elon Musk, encountered issues just a few weeks after the operation but has already received FDA…

The Guardian - US · May 20, 2024

Use nicotine, win an iPad! Zyn’s viral rewards program fuels addiction fears

The trendy nicotine pouch company is following in the marketing footsteps of Marlboro and Camel

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The Conversation · May 20, 2024

Alcohol use disorder can be treated with an array of medications – but few people have heard of them

More than 29.5 million Americans ages 12 and up had alcohol use disorder – the medical term for the disease commonly known as alcoholism – in 2022, when the most recent national data was published.

The Guardian - US · May 20, 2024

The US food industry has long buried the truth about their products. Is that coming to an end?

The FDA is developing front-of-package labels that corporations may have to start printing as early as 2027

The Guardian - US · May 20, 2024

What are those weird ingredients in our favorite US packaged foods?

From maltodextrin to guar gum, these additives are found in 73% of the US food supply – and are linked to health impacts

Inverse · May 18, 2024

The Real Reason Why European Sunscreen Is So Much Better Than American

FDA approval is hamstrung by a law that requires animal testing. Meanwhile, newer chemical filters are in use worldwide.

WEKU · May 18, 2024

Other countries have better sunscreens. Here's why we can't get them in the U.S.

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. and we need all the protection we can get. So why is it so hard to get newer, more effective ingredients approved here?

LiveScience · May 17, 2024

'Playing Russian roulette with your health': Officials warn that social media trend of consuming raw milk will not protect you from bird flu

Raw milk sales have surged following reports of H5N1 infections in dairy cows in the U.S. But drinking unpasteurized products will cause more harm than good, experts warn.

The Conversation · May 17, 2024

What is pasteurization? A dairy expert explains how it protects against foodborne illness, including avian flu

Recent reports that the H5N1 avian flu virus has been found in cow’s milk have raised questions about whether the U.S. milk supply is safe to drink. According to the federal Food and Drug Administration, the answer is yes, as long as the milk is pasteurized.

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