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March 22, 2023

Frightening new fungus 'candida auris': What is it? Who is susceptible?

Medical and health care experts in New York weighed in on the rise in cases of the potentially deadly fungus candida auris, which is typically found in hospital settings and long-term care facilities.

March 20, 2023

Smuggling the abortion pill into Texas could land you in legal peril, if this bill becomes law

Rep. Cole Hefner introduced the Wrongful Death Protection Act this month to hold abortion pill manufacturers and providers responsible for wrongful deaths.

March 20, 2023

Be well: Spring-clean your medicine cabinet to remove expired drugs

Just in time for spring-cleaning season, a pharmacist shares expert tips for the proper disposal of expired or unneeded medications to help ensure a safer home.

March 17, 2023

Older Americans reject more vaccines, opt instead for ‘natural healing,' says report

Many adults 40 and older do not want immunizations, despite their general concerns about virus infections, as revealed in new research published by AARP.

March 17, 2023

Alzheimer’s diagnoses expected to reach nearly 13 million by 2050, says new report

A new report published by the Alzheimer’s Association highlights the growing rate of Alzheimer's disease diagnoses, along with the health care shortage and rising costs.

March 16, 2023

FDA advisers vote in favor of full approval for Pfizer's COVID pill Paxlovid

U.S. health regulators voted in favor of a full approval for Pfizer's COVID pill Paxlovid. This pill will will help adults who are at high risk of progression to severe virus.

March 16, 2023

ACLU of Alaska sues over prison involuntary medication rules

ACLU of Alaska asked a judge to overturn a prison policy on involuntary medication. A lawsuit was filed against state corrections on behalf of a man who was forcibly injected with medication.

March 15, 2023

DEA aware of Mexican pharmacies selling fentanyl-laced pills for more than three years: Report

U.S. officials were reportedly aware Mexican pharmacies have sold fentanyl-laced medications for years, killing American tourists, according to a new report.

March 12, 2023

Medical tourism: Traveling outside US for care is common

Traveling outside of the U.S. for medical care is common primarily due to lower costs, and easier access.

March 11, 2023

Prince Harry says psychedelic drugs helped him — but what about the risks and dangers?

Millions of people are using psychedelic drugs, with Prince Harry, Elon Musk and others openly discussing their use. Doctors and health experts weighed in on the details and dangers.