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June 8, 2021

FDA approval of Biogen's Alzheimer's drug leaves some 'disappointed'

Government health officials on Monday approved the first new drug for Alzheimer’s disease in nearly 20 years, disregarding warnings from independent advisers that the much-debated treatment hasn’t been shown to help slow the brain-destroying disease.

June 7, 2021

FDA approves new weight loss drug, first since 2014

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday approved a weight loss drug for overweight or obese adults, marking the first such authorization since 2014.

April 30, 2021

Ultra-expensive medicine a desperate need for thousands of babies around the world

 many of parents of children with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare motor neuron disease. Between one in 6,000 and 10,000 children born have the disorder in some form. More than two-thirds of diagnosed with the most common and serious derivation, SMA1, die before the age of 2, if left untreated — and treatment is complex. A new miracle gene therapy called Zolgensma is the most expensive medicine in the world. 

April 26, 2021

COVID-19 treatment has improved, but many wish for an easy pill

While vaccines are helping to curb the pandemic, easier and better treatments are needed, especially as virus variants spread.

April 26, 2021

FDA to scrutinize unproven cancer drugs after 10-year gap

Each year the U.S. approves dozens of new uses for cancer drugs based on early signs that they can shrink or slow the spread of tumors.

April 17, 2021

Florida Keys to see release of first genetically modified mosquitoes

In an effort to fight insect-borne viruses like Zika, dengue fever and malaria, genetically modified mosquitoes are set to be released in the Florida Keys.

April 14, 2021

FDA removal of restrictions on telemedicine abortions prompts celebration, safety concerns

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has lifted restrictions on telemedicine abortions, reigniting debate over the administration of the controversial drug mifepristone.

March 26, 2021

Arizona Gov. Ducey lifts COVID-19 rules after state hits 3M vaccinations

Arizona Republican Gov. Doug Ducey made waves on Thursday when he announced he would loosen COVID-19 restrictions on the state's businesses, events and local ordinances.

March 24, 2021

Teachers' union questions CDC guidelines on distancing: 'We are not convinced'

The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) is raising concerns about new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance that reduces social distancing requirements in classrooms by 3 feet. 

March 24, 2021

FDA warns on unapproved CBD products marketed for pain relief

The Food and Drug Administration issued a warning to two companies selling over-the-counter products labeled as containing cannabidiol (CBD) without receiving the agency’s approval to do so.