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Picking Up Your Prescriptions During COVID-19: Safety Tips
As we face the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic, safety needs to be a top priority — even when you head to the pharmacy to pick up your prescriptions.
A Possible New Blood Test for Alzheimer's
A blood test to detect Alzheimer's disease? A new study suggests it's possible.
Warning: Chloroquine Only for Use Under a Doctor's Care
Chloroquine continues to be in the news as the number of COVID-19 cases rises. And now health officials are warning about improper use of this substance.
More Fraudulent COVID-19 Treatments Busted
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers about more fraudulent coronavirus treatments.
Generic Proventil HFA Gets Green Light
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first generic version of a common asthma inhaler.
How to Stop Overeating when Working from Home
In the new "normal" of a world that includes coronavirus, many of us have found ourselves working from home. And some of us are tempted to overeat when our pantries are in arm's reach.
Allergy Capitals 2020: Did Your City Make the List?
The arrival of spring might be a welcome break from the harsh weather of this past winter, but the season’s change isn’t always good news for those who are sensitive to certain allergens.
Approved: OTC Advil/Tylenol Combo
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first combination of ibuprofen and acetaminophen for pain relief.
CDC: Use Face Coverings in Public
As we learn more about COVID-19, health officials are changing strategies to try to stop the virus. The most recent strategy change involves wearing cloth face coverings in public.
Electrical Stimulation Devices Banned
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned electrical stimulation devices (ESDs) used for self-injurious or aggressive behavior.