Category: pharma

Abuse And Misuse Of This Nasal Decongestant Could Be Fatal, FDA Warns

Abuse and misuse of the over-the-counter (OTC) nasal decongestant propylhexedrine could lead to serious heart-related complications and adverse psychiatric events that may result in hospitalization, disability, or death, the FDA warned in a recent pres…

Courage: A Book About Life And Beating The Odds In Healthcare

Courage: Powerful Lessons in Leadership, Strength, and the Will to Succeed by John Sperzel, provides a first-hand consumer’s guide to surviving a sometimes-challenging health care system.

Gwyneth Paltrow Shows Her Sunscreen Routine For Vogue, Here Are The Dangers

In the Vogue video, Paltrow’s use of sunscreen seems to differ from what the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends.

Salmonella Infections Linked To Wild Songbirds In 8 States, CDC Reports

An outbreak of salmonella infections in 19 people across 8 states may be linked to sick or dead songbirds, based on a recent CDC investigation.

Five Lessons Learned From The U.S. Ebola Response In 2014 Could Have Bent The Curve Of Covid-19

When the history books look back at the U.S. response to the impending threat of Covid-19, one thing will be certain: foresight and planning to meet the looming threat coming to our shores was lacking, if nonexistent.

CVS Expands Covid-19 Vaccinations To Pharmacies In 44 States

CVS Health said it will expand its Covid-19 vaccination efforts to nearly 2,000 U. S. drugstores in 44 states, Puerto Rico and Washington, D. C.

Revisited: 5 Things That Could Go Wrong With A Coronavirus Vaccine

Six months ago, Dr. Robert Pearl wrote “5 Things That Could Go Wrong With A Coronavirus Vaccine.” The article drew tremendous interest but much has changed. Here’s what scientists know now.

FDA: Sabra Recalling Over 2,000 Cases Of Hummus Due To Salmonella Concerns

Sabra Dipping Company, LLC, is voluntarily recalling 10 ounce containers of Classic Hummus that have been distributed to 16 different states.

Taxpayer Funded Research And The Covid-19 Vaccine

For the first time in more than 25 years, respect for the biopharmaceutical industry rose dramatically in 2020 due in large part due to the unprecedented delivery of vaccines against Covid-19.

As New CEO Takes Helm, Walgreens Profits Rise Amid Vaccine Rollout

Walgreens Boots Alliance reported $1 billion in quarterly profits, beating Wall Street’s earnings expectations during a major rollout of vaccines against Covid-19 at its drugstores.