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A photo of a man wearing headphones and reading a magazine in an infusion clinic.

Insulin Infusion Clinics Claim to Treat Just About Anything

But evidence is scant, and "treatment" resembles one done by company that went bust

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FDA Strikes at Yet Another Birth Tissue Company

Agency sent warning letter to Regenative Labs over its Wharton's jelly product

FDA APPROVED nirsevimab (Beyfortus) over a computer rendering of respiratory syncytial viruses

New Drug Approved for Preventing RSV in Newborns, Tots

Nirsevimab indicated for all infants, and for kids up to 2 years at high risk

FDA APPROVED norgestrel (Opill) over a photo of the product.

First OTC Birth Control Pill Approved

Sea change for pregnancy prevention

A photo of the vial and packaging of Leqembi.

Registry Enrollment for Alzheimer's Drug Coverage Won't Help Much

A minimalist policy for a minimalist treatment

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White House Drug Czar Releases Plan to Combat Xylazine-Laced Fentanyl

Strategy involves a "whole-of-government" response, says Rahul Gupta

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FDA Appears to Mostly Follow Its Drug Advisory Committees' Advice

"Pro-approval bias" suggests committees are used to identify barriers to approval, expert argues

FDA APPROVED lecanemab (Leqembi) over a computer rendering of amyloid plaque on nerve cells.

Alzheimer's Drug Wins Full FDA Approval

Decision expands lecanemab's Medicare coverage

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Here Are This Year's Largest Physician Groups

Largest group employs nearly 14,000 doctors

Psychedelic Research: Experts React to FDA Draft Guidance

Feedback is mostly positive, but concerns arise around two-monitor recommendation

FDA APPROVED Aveir DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker over a photo of the device.

First Dual-Chamber Leadless Pacemaker Approved by FDA

System comprises two small leadless pacemakers communicating wirelessly

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I Am a Physician Face of Affirmative Action

The Supreme Court's ruling hurts, but still I have hope

FDA APPROVED donislecel (Lantidra) over a photo of hypoglycemic woman testing her blood sugar with a glucose meter.

First Cellular Therapy Approved for Type 1 Diabetes

Infusion made from deceased donor pancreatic islet cells

A photo of protestors against gerrymandering holding signs in front of the Supreme Court Building in Washington, D.C.

Threats to Democracy Are Threats to Health

This term, the Supreme Court brought some surprising, but good, news

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

Biden Put on CPAP; Madonna in ICU; Mandatory Masks Back at Boston Hospital

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by 番茄社区 staff

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CDC Director Post Will Require Senate Confirmation Starting in 2025

Change will increase the position's status but also has its downsides, experts say

FDA APPROVED rozanolixizumab-noli (RYSTIGGO) over a photo of a man with ptosis.

FDA Greenlights New Myasthenia Gravis Drug

First therapy approved for anti-AChR-positive and anti-MuSK antibody-positive patients

FDA ADCOMM palovarotene over a photo of a skeleton of a person who suffered from fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva

FDA Staff Weighs 'Alternative' Data on Retinoid for Rare Bone Disorder

Challenges of drug development in fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva on full display

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What Has Mehmet Oz Been Up To?

Oz went silent on social media after losing his Senate race, but appears to be making a comeback

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Agent Orange Exposure Tied to Bladder Cancer Risk in Veterans

Increased risk described as "modest," and no association seen with aggressiveness of cancer

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The Next CDC Director Could Learn a Thing or Two From Warren Buffett

Restoring trust in the agency will require more than just science

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Without Early Detection, Fighting Dementia Is an Uphill Battle

A brief assessment in primary care can help identify patients most at risk

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Should Hospitals Get Paid More Than Physician Practices for the Same Service?

Yes, because of their higher costs, said speakers at a hospital association event

FDA Approved inhibitor ritlecitinib (Litfulo) over a photo of a young woman suffering from alopecia areata.

First Oral JAK Inhibitor Approved for Severe Alopecia Areata in Teens

Ritlecitinib led to 80% scalp coverage at 6 months in nearly a fourth of adolescents and adults

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Malpractice Lawsuits Over Denied Abortion Care May Be on the Horizon

But many hurdles await

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Our Health Systems Aren't Ready for the Full Approval of Lecanemab

Screening, administration, and eligibility concerns remain

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MACRA Gets Mixed Reviews at House Hearing

Despite good intentions, it hasn't solved Medicare's physician payment issues, experts say

FDA Approved delandistrogene moxeparvovec (Elevidys) over a photo of a female physical therapist helping a little boy walk.

Controversial Gene Therapy Wins FDA Approval for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Sarepta's treatment gets a nod for ambulatory pediatric patients

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Another Online SARMs Retailer Gets a Warning From the FDA

Warrior Labz SARMS markets several drugs they claim could address weight loss, muscle growth

A photo of abortion protestors holding signs in front of the Supreme Court building.

A Year Later, Doctors Feel Impact of Dobbs Decision 'Every Single Day'

"Sometimes, I feel that I am not able to fulfill the Hippocratic Oath"

FDA APPROVED empagliflozin (Jardiance), metformin hydrochloride (Synjardy) over a photo of a boy checking his blood sugar.

First SGLT2 Inhibitor Approved for Kids With Type 2 Diabetes

Now another oral option other than metformin

FDA APPROVED colchicine (Lodoco) over a photo of a section of an artery narrowed from atherosclerosis.

Colchicine's Rebirth as Cardiovascular Drug Approved by FDA

Repurposed anti-inflammatory drug may be used alone or in combination with standard meds

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The Supreme Court Delivers an Unexpected Win for Medicaid Recipients

An important accountability measure has been upheld

FDA APPROVED glofitamab (Columvi) over a computer rendering of antibodies attacking cancer cells.

New Bispecific Antibody Approved for Tough-to-Treat Lymphoma

Approval of glofitamab was based on a phase I/II study that showed a 56% overall response rate

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Biden Picks Next CDC Director

Mandy Cohen has "proven track record protecting Americans' health and safety," the president says

A photo of a blue rubber gloved hand holding a wad of cash and a prescription bottle.

MedPAC Recommends Cutting Admin Fees Paid to Docs Under Part B Program

The goal is to make providers more sensitive to drug costs, says MedPAC's director

AMA over a photo of the lobby of Hyatt Regency Chicago.

'We Need It Now': AMA Delegates Urge Public Health System Funding, Support

COVID-era funding is drying up as Medicaid rolls are shrinking

AMA over a photo of the lobby of Hyatt Regency Chicago.

AMA Declares Payment Reform an 'Urgent' Priority

Delegates to hold leaders accountable for progress

FDA ADCOMM lecanemab over a computer rendering of an antibody bound to an amyloid beta peptide.

Alzheimer's Drug Clears Major Hurdle Toward Full Approval

But risks associated with anti-amyloid agent lecanemab still loom

A close up photo of a man holding a box of Paxlovid.

Did FDA Apply Rigorous Standards in Approving Paxlovid?

Evidence for all relevant studies should be accessible

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