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FDA ApprovalsFDA Approves New von Willebrand Rx
Vonvendi, von Willebrand factor (Recombinant), approved to treat von Willebrand disease
Health NewsAn Antibiotic Benefit for Childhood Leukemia
Prophylactic antibiotics may reduce bacterial infection risk in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia
FDA ApprovalsChewable ADHD Rx Approved
QuilliChew ER (methylphenidate hydrochloride), from Pfizer, approved to treat ADHD
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FDA ApprovalsRare Enzyme Disorder Rx Approved
Kanuma (sebelipase alfa) approved to treat lysosomal acid lipase deficiency by FDA
FDA ApprovalsBendeka Gets the Green Light
Bendeka (bendamustine hydrochloride) injection approved to treat chronic lymphocytic leukemia, indolent B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Health NewsCDC Urges Seasonal Flu Vaccination
National Influenza Vaccination Week highlights importance of continued flu vaccination
Health NewsHow Fit Are Young Teens?
Teens got majority of overall exercise at school but still fell short of exercise recommendations
Health NewsHow Dermatologists Could Help IBD Patients
Inflammatory bowel disease patients may benefit from dermatology consultation while on anti-TNF therapy
FDA AlertsType 2 Diabetes Rx May Pose Serious Health Risks
Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors may cause too much acid in blood, serious urinary tract infections, warns FDA
Health NewsThe Best Flu Shot for High-Risk Cancer Patients
High-dose vaccine strategy may prevent flu in plasma cell disorder patients
FDA ApprovalsA Big Month for Multiple Myeloma
Darzalex, Ninlaro and Empliciti approved to treat multiple myeloma in November
FeaturesWhat You Should Know About Antibacterial Soap
Antibacterial soap no more effective than plain soap, may be dangerous, says FDA
FDA AlertsWeight Loss Supplement May Contain Hidden Drug
Lipo Escultura weight loss supplement may contain sibutramine, which poses health risks
FDA AlertsInsulin Management System May Malfunction
OmniPod Insulin Management System may not correctly deploy needle
Health NewsViral Blood Levels Could Predict Ebola Outcomes
Ebola patients with high levels of viremia may be at increased risk
Health NewsTamoxifen and Antidepressants: The New Findings
Breast cancer patients on tamoxifen may not risk recurrence while on antidepressants
Prescription DrugsThe Upside of Antipsychotics for Dementia Patients
Antipsychotic reductions may lead to worse symptoms in dementia patients
Health NewsThe Expiration Date for Antipsychotic Benefits
Antipsychotic use in bipolar patients after mania resolution may cause weight gain if prolonged
Health NewsA Glimmer of Hope for Advanced Breast Cancer
Stage IV breast cancer survival improved among women in recent years
Health NewsGot Type 1? Type 2 Rx May Not Help
Metformin not linked to improved glycemic control in overweight teens with type 1 diabetes
FDA ApprovalsA New Multiple Myeloma Treatment
Empliciti (elotuzumab) FDA-approved to treat multiple myeloma patients who have received prior medications
FDA ApprovalsFDA Approves New Multiple Myeloma Rx
Empliciti (elotuzumab) approved to treat multiple myeloma patients who have received prior medications
Health NewsTo Help Your Heart, Treat Your Sleep
Continuous positive airway pressure, mandibular advancement devices linked to lower blood pressure in obstructive sleep apnea patients
FDA AlertsMultivitamins High in Vitamin D Recalled
Glades Drugs recalls compounded multivitamins containing high amounts of vitamin D-3 (cholecalciferol)