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Hibsago Hepatitis B Shot Kept Virus Controlled in Nearly 1 in 5 Off Treatment but Carries Boxed Warning

FDA approved Hibsago for chronic hepatitis B with a boxed warning for liver reactions and low platelets. Here is who qualifies and what to monitor.

Medical Daily · Oct 22

Zydus Wins Approval for First Generic Climara Pro, a Once-Weekly Hormone Patch for Menopause Hot Flashes

FDA approved the first generic Climara Pro, a once-weekly hormone patch for hot flashes. What a generic means and what to ask your doctor and pharmacist.

Medical Daily · Oct 21

Cardinal Health Procedure Kits May Contain Recalled BD Alaris Infusion Sets Linked to Over- and Under-Infusion Risks

FDA warns some Cardinal Health Presource kits may contain recalled BD Alaris infusion sets that can misdose patients. What hospitals and families should know.

Medical Daily · Oct 21

Urine That Turns Black on Standing Marks a Rare Inherited Disease, and It Finally Has a U.S.-Approved Drug

Alkaptonuria, the rare disease behind urine that darkens to black, is the focus of a new NEJM image. A drug for it received FDA approval in 2025.

Medical Daily · Oct 21

Ryzumvi Eye Drop Wins FDA Approval for Presbyopia, with 27% Reaching the Main Goal in Its Larger Trial

The FDA approved Ryzumvi eye drops for presbyopia in adults. See how the nightly drop works, trial results, side effects, and what remains unknown.

Medical Daily · Oct 20

The DEA Wants To Turn 7-OH Consumers Into Criminals

Where's the science?

Reason · Oct 20

Many vapes and e-cigarettes are now banned in Pennsylvania – here’s what Philly consumers and businesses need to know

Many popular nicotine vapes are now banned in Pennsylvania, with only six companies approved to sell their products in the state after a legal ban went into effect on Oct. 19, 2026.

The Conversation · Oct 19

Texas Accuses Gerber of Marketing as Rigorously Tested While Its Own Tests Found Heavy Metals

Texas sued Gerber and Nestlé USA, alleging that rigorously tested baby food claims hid high heavy metal levels. What the case seeks and what parents can do.

Medical Daily · Oct 17

FDA suspends licences of warehouses of Reliance Consumer, Reliance Retail, Blinkit, Zomato Hyperpure

Maharashtra FDA has taken action against five warehouses for selling expired food products worth over Rs 48 lakh. Inspections revealed serious hygiene issues, including rodent infestations and lack of proper documentation. Warehouses operated by Reliance, Zomato Hyperpure, and Blinkit were found violating safety protocols significantly. Two unlicensed establishments were also…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

Rare Disease Families Can Weigh In on FDA Drug Framework at October 28 Meeting and Through December 11

FDA will hear from rare disease families at an Oct. 28 hybrid meeting, with comments open until Dec. 11. Here is how to register and comment.

Medical Daily · Oct 16