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FDA Recalls Certain Hand Sanitizers and Aloe Gels due to Dangerous Ingredient

10Apr

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FDA Recalls Certain Hand Sanitizers and Aloe Gels due to Dangerous Ingredient

In a recent health update, certain hand sanitizers and aloe gel products have been recalled due to the presence of a potentially deadly ingredient, as announced by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA, in its effort to ensure the safety of consumers, issued a recall alert for some hand sanitizers and aloe gel products that reportedly contained methanol. Known to be toxic when used on the skin or ingested, methanol could pose serious health risks. On April 5, the FDA revealed that 40 batches of Aruba Aloe Hand Sanitizer Gel Alcohol 80% and Aruba Aloe Alcoholada Gel were found to contain methanol. These products were distributed between May 1, 2021, and October 27, 2023, exclusively in the U.S. via the Aruba Aloe Balm website. Exposure to methanol can lead to serious heal...

FDA approval of the first drug for NASH treatment

16Mar

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FDA approval of the first drug for NASH treatment

Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is a common form of liver inflammation that is causing concern worldwide. This chronic disease is often linked with obesity and type 2 diabetes, making it a significant health issue in today's society. However, the recent FDA approval of the first drug for NASH treatment offers a glimmer of hope for millions suffering from this condition. Liver inflammation, also known as hepatitis, is a condition that can be caused by various factors such as viruses, alcohol abuse, and autoimmune diseases. However, one of the most common forms of hepatitis is non-viral and is related to lifestyle factors - Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). NASH is a severe form of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), characterized by excessive fat accumulation in the liver...

FDA Approves Revolutionary Cellular Therapy for Metastatic Melanoma

16Feb

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FDA Approves Revolutionary Cellular Therapy for Metastatic Melanoma

In a groundbreaking development, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for a cutting-edge cellular therapy that holds immense promise in the treatment of metastatic melanoma. This innovative treatment, known as lifileucel (Amtagvi), marks a significant milestone in the battle against this aggressive form of skin cancer. Metastatic melanoma is a devastating form of skin cancer that often proves fatal. It occurs when melanoma cells spread from the primary tumor to other parts of the body, such as the lymph nodes, lungs, liver, or brain. Standard treatment options for metastatic melanoma have fallen short in effectively addressing the needs of patients, necessitating the development of novel therapeutic approaches. FDA Warns For Risk of Mental Health Side Effect...

The Quaker Oats Recall: Ensuring Safety Amidst Salmonella Concerns

13Jan

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The Quaker Oats Recall: Ensuring Safety Amidst Salmonella Concerns

As the new year begins, concerns over food safety have arisen with the Quaker Oats recall. The Quaker Oats Company, a subsidiary of PepsiCo, has recently expanded its recall due to potential contamination with salmonella bacteria. This recall includes a wide range of popular products, such as Cap'n Crunch cereals, Gatorade protein bars, and various granola bars and cereals. The Quaker Oats Company initiated the first recall on December 15, 2023, due to concerns of potential salmonella contamination. This initial recall included specific granola bars and granola cereals, such as Quaker Chewy Bars and Quaker Simply Granola products. However, the recall has since been expanded to include additional products that may pose a risk to consumers. The expanded recall by Quaker Oats now encomp...

FDA Warns For Risk of Mental Health Side Effects From from Asthma Drug

9Jan

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FDA Warns For Risk of Mental Health Side Effects From from Asthma Drug

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning about the potential risk of mental health side effects associated with certain asthma medications. The alert specifically focuses on the use of leukotriene inhibitors, a class of drugs commonly prescribed for asthma management. According to the FDA, leukotriene inhibitors, which include popular drugs such as montelukast (brand name Singulair), have been linked to various mental health side effects. These may include changes in mood, behavior, or thinking, such as depression, anxiety, aggression, hallucinations, suicidal thoughts, and even completed suicides. While the exact mechanism behind these side effects remains unclear, the FDA urges healthcare professionals, caregivers, and patients to be vigilant when taking or ...

FDA Allows Florida to Import Drugs From Canada

5Jan

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FDA Allows Florida to Import Drugs From Canada

The FDA has also allowed Biden to use the Defense Production Act to address drug shortages. The Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved Florida's plan to import drugs from Canada, a major blow to drugmakers who have warned that counterfeit drugs could be introduced into the U.S. supply chain and put patients at risk. could cause losses, and those who may see their income affected. The decision is a major victory for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who wanted to make his state the first to import affordable prescription drugs. The state submitted its application with the FDA more than three years ago, and DeSantis, who is competing for the Republican presidential nomination, blames the Biden administration for the long wait. "I missed a few calls, so maybe that's what it was ab...