Christina Jewett
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FDA Approves New Drug to Treat Hot Flashes
It is the first nonhormonal treatment for the menopause symptom.
FDA Ends Ban on Blood Donations From Gay and Bisexual Men
A new screening questionnaire would apply to all potential donors.
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.
National Academies Members Demand Answers About Sacklers’ Donations
The Academies accepted millions of dollars from members of the Sackler family — including some who led Purdue Pharma, makers of OxyContin — even while...
Sacklers Gave Millions to Institution That Advises on Opioid Policy
Even as the nation’s drug crisis mounted, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine continued to accept funds from some members of the Sackler family,...
Pfizer CEO and Other Drug Company Leaders Condemn Texas Abortion Pill Ruling
More than 250 executives said that the decision ignored both scientific and legal precedent and, if it stands, would create uncertainty for the pharmaceutical and...
Rising Rate of Drug Shortages Is Framed as a National Security Threat
A Senate homeland security committee examined growing health care shortages amid reports of rationing within hospitals.
F.D.A. Approves New Nasal Spray for Migraines
Pfizer’s treatment applies an approach that is different from some other products, which doctors say may make it safer for people at risk of heart...
Preterm Birth Drug Withdrawn After 12 Years
The F.D.A. seemed poised to rescind approval of Makena, after studies over time indicated the treatment did not halt early childbirth for many women.
FDA Panel Recommends 2 RSV Vaccines for Older Adults
The shots, if approved by the agency, would be the first vaccines publicly available against a respiratory virus that kills thousands a year. Some advisers...