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FDA Ends Ban on Blood Donations From Gay and Bisexual Men

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FDA Ends Ban on Blood Donations From Gay and Bisexual Men

A new screening questionnaire would apply to all potential donors.

By Christina Jewett

F.D.A. Advisers Say Benefits of Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Outweigh Risks

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F.D.A. Advisers Say Benefits of Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Outweigh Risks

The agency is expected to decide this summer whether to allow the first nonprescription sales of an oral contraceptive in the United States.

By Pam Belluck

F.D.A. Advisers Weigh Allowing First U.S. Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill

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F.D.A. Advisers Weigh Allowing First U.S. Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill

The panel heard strong support from the company and many doctors but concern from F.D.A. scientists.

By Pam Belluck

RSV Vaccine Approved for Older Adults

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RSV Vaccine Approved for Older Adults

The shots would be the first vaccines available against a respiratory virus that kills thousands and leads to many more hospitalizations each year.

By Christina Jewett