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A new booster shot of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is now available for children aged 6 months to 4 years, in an effort to continue to curb the effects of COVID-19

Results from a phase 3 study show that the drug is effective in treating VMS symptoms due to menopause.

Per VA regulations, anyone who has had a stroke or seizure within the last year, as well as those with MRIs showing microhemmorrhages, aneurysms, lesions or tumors would be excluded from coverage of the drug, called Leqambi

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The product, called Lenire, uses bimodal stimulation and will be available in April 2023

According to a company press release, the price reductions will go into effect at the start of 2024

The President said he will make Medicare “solvent beyond 2050 without cutting a penny in benefits.”

The spray, called Zavzpret, intends to help individuals who struggle with migraines but can't take oral medication because of nausea or vomiting

Critics of PBM's say that the high number of exclusions narrows patient options and make medications financially inaccessible.

The drug, called Makena, was intended to stop premature births, but has not been effective in its goal, says the FDA.

The FDA agreed to review a supplemental Biologics License Application for Opdivo to treat stage 2B or C, fully resected melanoma.

Voxzogo is already available for patients over 5 years with a genetic cause of dwarfism. The PDUFA date is set for Oct. 21, 2023, and will potentially expand the drug to children 5 and under.

The drug, manufactured by Sandoz, will treat conditions including osteoporosis in postmenopausal women

Results of an analysis of the VOYAGER PAD clinical trial were presented at ACC.23.

A single oral dose of azithromycin during labor in women planning vaginal delivery can significantly reduce the risk of maternal sepsis or death

The test is intended to complement the company’s TBI plasma test, which received FDA clearance in 2021.

The safety of gel manicures is under renewed scrutiny after a new study suggested they can cause DNA damage

Significant differences in the use of insulin pump and/or CGM technology were noted based on demographic and socioeconomic factors

Endometriosis has been linked with autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease, but more definitive research is needed

Now that more states are legalizing cannabis for medical and recreational use, pharmacists must step up to educate and counsel customers on safe use

Convatec’s InnovaBurn is the first product of its kind intended to help patients manage burns and wounds.

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VP-102 hopes to treat molluscum contagiosum, pending approval from FDA

The pharmaceutical giant announced a 70% price reduction for most of its commonly sold insulin.

CMS has no plans to change their coverage and approval process, which the Alzheimer's Association believes is standing between patients and treatment.

Efanesoctocog alfa is a recombinant factor VIII therapy with once-a-week dosing.

The vaccine would be administered to pregnant people to protect newborns from RSV.

Leading health organizations are urging those with diabetes and other chronic conditions to get the influenza vaccine.