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Approved: First Systemic Rx for Alopecia Areata
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a first-of-its-kind treatment for a type of alopecia.
CDC Relaxes COVID Testing Travel Requirements
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has relaxed a COVID testing rule for travelers flying to the US.
FDA Withdraws Approval of Lymphoma Rx
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has withdrawn its approval of a lymphoma medication due to safety concerns.
Sunscreen and Sun This Summer
Before you hit the beach or the lake this summer, follow these easy tips to keep yourself and your family sun-safe.
We Answered Your Medication Questions
You asked and we answered. Find out the answers to three common questions pharmacists receive.
Are You Prepared for Allergy Season?
When spring is in full swing, allergy season isn't far behind. But what can patients do to help keep themselves allergy-free this season?
Salmonella Outbreak Tied to Peanut Butter
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is alerting the public to a Salmonella outbreak that may be tied to peanut butter.
Approved: First Rx for Eosinophilic Esophagitis
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first treatment for a rare but serious chronic immune disorder.
Monkeypox: What You Need to Know
Multiple countries that don't usually see monkeypox activity are reporting cases of the virus, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). That includes one case in the United States.
CDC Updates COVID Travel Recommendations
Unfortunately, the pandemic isn't over yet. Health officials are still updating travel recommendations as conditions change.