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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.

March 10, 2023

Migraine nasal spray from Pfizer snags FDA approval for expected summer launch

The FDA has approved Pfizer's nasal spray to treat migraines in adults. The medication, called Zavzpret, is expected to be available via a doctor's prescription in July 2023.

March 10, 2023

Adderall and Ozempic are in the spotlight amid widespread drug shortages in US

Prescription medications such as Adderall and Ozempic are in short supply these days, due in part to increased demand — the "supply chain hasn't kept up," one pharmacist told Fox News.

March 9, 2023

Opioid drugs cause more than half of young children’s poisoning deaths: new study

More than half of all poisoning deaths among children 5 years and younger involve opioid drugs, per a study that reviewed child fatalities across 40 states.

March 8, 2023

Biden's new prescription drug price plan will only benefit you know who

The cost of drugs in America is far too high, but giving the government more power won't solve this problem.

March 7, 2023

Doctors urge caution on diabetes drugs for weight loss after study highlights side effects

Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel joined "Fox & Friends" to discuss new research suggesting potential side effects for weight loss drugs Wegovy and Ozempic.

March 7, 2023

Walgreens under fire on Reddit for saying it won't sell abortion pills in 20 states: 'Thanks Republicans'

Some Redditors called for a boycott of pharmacy giant Walgreens after the company announced that it would no longer sell abortion pills in 20 U.S. states.

March 4, 2023

New cholesterol pill, Nexletol, lowers heart attack risk for patients who can't take statins: study

A drug called bempedoic acid (brand name Nexletol) has been shown to be an effective alternative for lowering cholesterol and reducing heart attack risk, according to a major study.

March 3, 2023

US CDC concludes contaminated Indian cough syrup likely caused the deaths of 66 children in Gambia

The United States Center for Disease Control determined that a contaminated cough syrup made by an Indian manufacturer likely caused dozens of children to die in Gambia.

March 1, 2023

Eye drops and safety issues: Here’s what you need to know now

After recent news that a brand of over-the-counter eye drops may have caused bacterial infections, two optometrists shared expert tips on safe usage for patients.