November 20, 2023 Patients with metastatic colorectal cancer could find hope in new FDA-approved treatment The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Nov. 8 approved a new oral medicine called Fruzaqla (fruquintinib) for the treatment of patients with previously treated metastatic colorectal cancer.
November 19, 2023 Cancer deaths among kids and teens fell 24% over past two decades, CDC reports: 'Better treatments' Deaths among youth cancer patients are on the decline, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Death rates fell 24% between 2001 and 2021.
November 14, 2023 Do COVID-19 home remedies really work? Doctors weigh in on saltwater gargles, nasal rinses and more Researchers found that COVID patients who gargled with saltwater and did nasal rinses had lower hospitalization rates compared to those who did not use these home remedies.
November 11, 2023 First vaccine for chikungunya virus, an 'emerging global health threat,' gets FDA approval The FDA on Thursday announced approval of Ixchiq, the first chikungunya vaccine, for anyone 18 and older who has a risk of being exposed to the mosquito-borne virus.
November 9, 2023 Lung cancer pill shows 'earth-shattering' results in 5-year study: 'An optimistic time' Many lung cancer patients now have access to a potentially life-saving new medication called Tagrisso. A surgeon from Hackensack Meridian and a patient share their experiences with the drug.
November 3, 2023 7 tips for falling asleep on long-haul flights (Hint: Skip the alcohol, coffee and sedatives) Getting some decent sleep on a long-haul flight may be a challenge, but sleep specialists and others shared thoughtful steps to take to help bring on the zzz's while in the air.
November 2, 2023 Cervical cancer drug raises survival rate by 30% compared to chemotherapy: 'Game-changer' The prescription medicine TIVDAK is showing positive results for treating cervical cancer after a phase 3 trial. Drs. Brian Slomovitz and Kathleen Moore reveal its efficacy and potential.
October 28, 2023 College students can get free naloxone and fentanyl test strips from their schools to prevent drug overdoses On many college campuses, students now have access to free naloxone and fentanyl test strips. The strips can detect if drugs — such as opioids and cocaine — are illegally laced with fentanyl.
October 27, 2023 As more pharmacies close, criminals sell fake pills online: ‘Significant health risks’ As more pharmacies close across the U.S., a growing number of people are going online for their prescription medications — but some experts are warning that fake pills is a very real risk.
October 23, 2023 Florida armed robber demands Viagra, other prescription drugs with peculiar handwritten note: police Orlando police say a 23-year-old man used a detailed note to rob a CVS pharmacy of six various drugs- including Viagra.
