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California’s Flavored Tobacco Ban Will Not Be Blocked by Supreme Court
Ban includes everything from candy flavors to menthol in a wide range of tobacco products
U.S. Health Officials Urge Indoor Masking in Major Cities as ‘Tripledemic’ Rages
During the past few weeks, COVID-19, the flu, and respiratory syncytial virus have made millions of Americans ill
Half of U.S. Adults Not Concerned About the Flu
American Heart Association advises flu vaccine is effective for prevention, particularly for seniors and those with heart disease
LASIK Should Carry Warnings of Possible Complications, FDA Says
New guidance says complications can include dry eyes, double vision, difficulty with night driving, chronic eye pain
FDA Food Safety Program Needs a Revamp: Panel
Program needs an overhaul with greater attention paid to strong leadership and a more proactive culture
Paxlovid Soon Will Not Be Free for Americans
At this point, about 6 million Americans have taken free Paxlovid doses
More States Are Allowing Pharmacists to Prescribe Birth Control
Easier access to birth control helps women who live far from a health care provider or have difficulty obtaining appointments
Feds Urge Vaccination as ‘Tripledemic’ Hits More Americans
Vaccination will be key to keeping patients healthy through the winter holidays
Pfizer Asks FDA to Approve Tweaked COVID-19 Booster as Third Shot for Under 5s
Though children aged 5 years and older and adults need only two doses to complete a primary series, younger children need three doses
Bacteria Risk Spurs Recall of 8 Million Laundress Products
Eleven customers have reported Pseudomonas infections; company investigating possible connection to the recalled products
