Health
FDA Announces New Guidelines for COVID-19 Vaccine Approval in High-Risk Populations
20 May 2025
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The FDA has announced new guidelines to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccine in high-risk populations. This decision aligns with the CDC's recommendation to prioritize these vulnerable groups in the distribution of the vaccine.
Health
Controversy Surrounding the Safety of SSRIs During Pregnancy
02 Aug 2025
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The recent FDA panel on the safety of using SSRIs during pregnancy has sparked concern and debate among medical professionals and patients.
Health
The Debate Over Multiple Respiratory Vaccines: FDA Expresses Concerns
04 Sep 2025
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The FDA is questioning the safety and effectiveness of receiving multiple respiratory vaccines together, causing concern and raising doubts about the practice.
Health
FDA Shifts Vaccine Approval Standards: Stricter Trials Ahead
01 Dec 2025
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FDA tightens vaccine approval rules, emphasizing real clinical outcomes and expanded trials before market authorization.
Health
FDA Recommends Removal of Voluntary Hold for Elevidys
30 Jul 2025
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The FDA has recommended the removal of the voluntary hold for Elevidys, a revolutionary medication for ambulatory patients.
Health
FDA Regulator Reinstated Amid Political Pressure
11 Aug 2025
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Vinay Prasad, top FDA regulator, is reinstated after being ousted due to political tension and the need for regulatory independence.
Health
FDA Limits Approval for New Coronavirus Vaccines
28 Aug 2025
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The FDA's decision to prioritize high-risk individuals in approving new coronavirus vaccines reflects the urgent need to protect the most vulnerable and minimize the spread of the virus.
Health
Faulty Abbott Glucose Monitors Linked to Fatalities
07 Dec 2025
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FDA warns about faulty Abbott FreeStyle Libre 3 sensors linked to deaths and injuries; replacement devices available.
Health
FDA Announces Crackdown on Kratom: What This Means for Public Health
30 Jul 2025
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The FDA has announced a crackdown on the opioid-like substance kratom, raising concerns about its potential for abuse and addiction. This blog explores the impact of the crackdown and the potential benefits for public health.
Politics
Trump Administration Sparks Controversy Over New Abortion Drug Approval
03 Oct 2025
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The Trump administration's FDA approval of a generic abortion drug sparks backlash amid debates over medication abortion and political influence.
Politics
GOP Senators Press FDA Over Abortion Pill Review
12 Feb 2026
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GOP senators press the FDA on the abortion pill safety review after a closed-door briefing.
Health
Atorvastatin Recall Triggers Patient Concern: FDA Oversight and Global Supply Chain Risks
15 Dec 2025
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Massive recall of atorvastatin due to dissolution failures raises FDA oversight and global supply chain concerns.
Health
Controversial FDA Official Claims Link Between COVID-19 Vaccines and Pediatric Deaths
30 Nov 2025
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FDA official Vinay Prasad faces scrutiny over a memo linking COVID-19 vaccines to pediatric deaths without supporting data.
Health
FDA Vaccine Uproar: Vinay Prasad Memo Signals Stricter Vaccine Evaluation
20 Dec 2025
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A memo from Vinay Prasad proposes stricter premarket trials for vaccines, sparking debate on safety, timelines, and access.
Health
Wegovy Pill Approved by US FDA for Weight Loss and CV Risk Reduction
24 Dec 2025
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The FDA approves Wegovy as the first oral GLP-1 therapy for long-term weight management and cardiovascular risk reduction.
Health
FDA Announces Stricter Vaccine Requirements for Children Amid Safety Concerns
30 Nov 2025
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FDA tightens vaccine rules for children amid safety concerns, prompting shared decision-making between parents and clinicians.
Health
Trump's Endorsement of Autism Drug Leucovorin Sparks Medical Debate
15 Dec 2025
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Trump's endorsement of leucovorin for autism sparks debate over CFD treatment and the need for larger trials.
Health
FDA Approves Generic Mifepristone Amid Government Shutdown
04 Oct 2025
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FDA approves a generic mifepristone to ensure continued access to abortion medication amid a potential government shutdown.
Health
FDA Limits Availability of Covid Boosters for Young Children
29 Aug 2025
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The FDA has issued narrower approvals for Covid boosters, impacting their availability for children and adults who received a different brand of vaccine.
Tech
Apple Watch Cleared for Hypertension Detection
13 Sep 2025
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Apple Inc. has received FDA clearance for their smart watch to detect hypertension, paving the way for personalized and efficient healthcare.