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Study Confirms it: Texting While Walking Is Dangerous
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 9, 2023 – It seems obvious that texting and walking can be a dangerous duo, but now a new Australian study offers solid evidence of the dangers. Emergency room doctors Dr. Michael...
FDA Approves Second OTC Naloxone Spray, ReVive, for Suspected Opioid Overdose
THURSDAY, Aug. 3, 2023 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved RiVive, an over-the-counter (OTC) naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray for emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid...
Researchers Explore New Nonaddictive Means of Fighting Pain
THURSDAY, Aug. 3, 2023 – New research shows that an experimental drug fine-tuned to a specific pain pathway can ease post-surgery aches, a finding that may eventually offer an alternative to highly...
Taking Kratom Claimed Her Son's Life. Now She and Others Are Warning of the Dangers
THURSDAY, Aug. 3, 2023 – J.D. Butler was planning a future with his girlfriend at his favorite New York City restaurant when that future came to a sudden, crushing halt. “They were planning on when s...
Oxycodone Does Not Increase Risk for Persistent Opioid Use After Delivery
MONDAY, July 31, 2023 – Initiation of oxycodone versus codeine is not associated with an increased risk for persistent opioid use after delivery overall, but increased risk is seen after vaginal...
With Marijuana's Legalization, Cannabis Poisonings Are on the Rise
THURSDAY, July 27, 2023 – In recent years, the legalization of both medical and recreational marijuana has become the new normal across much of North America. The problem: New research finds that as...
New Opioid Rx Common, Harmful in Older Adults With Dementia
TUESDAY, July 25, 2023 – New opioid use is common among older adults with dementia and is associated with a markedly increased excess mortality, according to a study presented at the annual...
Here's 8 Habits That Could Lengthen Your Life
MONDAY, July 24, 2023 – Eight healthy habits could add years to your life. A new study of more than 700,000 U.S. veterans breaks down the habits that when adopted by middle age, can help someone...
FDA Approves Zubsolv for the Maintenance Treatment of Opioid Dependence
Uppsala, Sweden – July 4, 2013 – Orexo today announced that it has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Zubsolv (buprenorphine/naloxone) sublingual tablet CIII. Zub...
FDA Medwatch Alert: Cytotec Solutions, Inc. Products
FDA warned consumers not to purchase or consume products marketed as "street drug alternatives" by Cytotec Solutions, Inc., of Tampa, Fla. FDA analyses of products manufactured or distributed by...
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