Category: Breaking

FDA Approves Pfizer’s RSV Vaccine For Older Adults—It Could Be Available This Fall

The agency is also considering approving the RSV shot for pregnant people to protect infants from birth.

Fungal Meningitis Outbreak In Mexico Kills 2 After Cosmetic Surgeries. Here’s What We Know—And Symptoms And Treatment.

Mexico is the most popular destination for American medical tourists, accounting for 41% of all visits.

Ozempic As A Pill: Drug Makers Race For Cheaper Weight Loss Drugs (Without The Shots)

Over 69% of Americans are either overweight or obese, so new oral weight loss medications have the potential to decrease this statistic.

Pfizer’s Paxlovid Covid Pill Granted Full FDA Approval

Pfizer had been seeking full FDA approval for its oral antiviral pill after its emergency authorization in December 2021.

Scientists Discover Chemical That Could Help Heal Nerve Damage—A Potential Breakthrough For Nerve Injuries

Early research has identified a new chemical that was able to stimulate nerve growth in lab-grown cells and help animals with damaged nerves regain muscle movement.

New Studies Find Covid Vaccines Are Safe For Kids: Here Are The Different Types Of Vaccines—And How They Work

Despite being available for well over a year, many children are not vaccinated against Covid-19.

Worrisome BPA Levels Found In Sportswear By Nike, Adidas, Patagonia And More, Group Alleges

The group previously pursued legal action against other sportswear companies including The North Face and Pink for similar findings.

Worrisome BPA Levels Found In Sportswear By Nike, Adidas, Patagonia And More, Group Alleges

The group previously pursued legal action against other sportswear companies including The North Face and Pink for similar findings.

RSV Vaccine: Here’s What To Know As FDA Advisors Consider Approving Pfizer’s Shot

FDA analysts have flagged concerns over the risk of preterm birth for the shot, which is given to pregnant people to protect infants from RSV in their first months of life.

RSV Vaccine: FDA Advisors Recommend Pfizer Shot To Protect Infants From Infection—Here’s What To Know

The vaccine is given to pregnant people to protect infants from RSV in their first months of life.