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FDA Approves Antibiotic to Treat Urinary Infections

Pivmecillinam, which has been used in Europe for decades, will become available next year to women 18 and older.

By Andrew Jacobs

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Use of Abortion Pills Has Risen Significantly Post Roe, Research Shows

Two new studies show fast-growing use of the pills on the eve of the Supreme Court’s consideration of a case seeking to ban or restrict them. Write a summary here and then click the Summary toggle above so it only shows up in the metadata field.

By Pam Belluck

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Mental Health Spending Surged in Pandemic, Study Finds

Americans’ use of mental health services pivoted to remote visits and increased considerably, a new study found. Economists think both changes are here to stay.

By Ellen Barry

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Expert Panel Recommends New Drugs for HIV Prevention

The “grade A” endorsement means that two additional drugs should be covered under the Affordable Care Act.

By Apoorva Mandavilli