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FDA Cracks Down on Caffeine-Loaded Dietary Supplements
Products have been linked to at least two deaths in otherwise healthy people
FDA Approves AI Device to Detect Diabetic Retinopathy
FDA permits marketing of novel artificial intelligence technology that can be used in primary care office
Recent Years Saw Increase in Burden of Prior Authorization
Ninety-two percent of physicians report PA-associated delays in patient access to care
FDA Approves First Auto-Darken Contact Lenses
Acuvue Oasys contact lenses with light-adaptive technology are soft contact lenses made for daily use
FDA Puts New Restrictions on Contraceptive Implant Essure
Patients and physicians must sign acknowledgment of risks, benefits of implantation
CDC: Aggressive Action Needed to Contain Antibiotic Resistance
Bacteria harboring unusual resistance genes are widespread
Older Adults Believe Marijuana Can Be Effective for Pain
Most older adults support its use when recommended by doctor; some support its use for anyone
CDC: Many Adults Not Receiving Sexual Risk Assessments
47 percent of women, 23 percent of men with recent sexual activity received risk assessment in past year
CDC: Low Birthweight Rate Increased From 2014 to 2016
Low, moderately low birthweight rates increased 2014-2016 for all race, Hispanic-origin groups
Report Presents U.S. Trends in Abortion Methods, Care
Available facilities providing abortions down; many women live in county without abortion provider
