The provision establishes a set amount of compensation for healthcare agents and brokers. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a final action plan to better…
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FDA Approves Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Treatment for Children
Duvyzat receives approval under fast-track designation. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Duvyzat (givinostat) as an oral medication for the treatment of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy…
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FDA Warns Against Over-the-Counter Pain Relief Products for Cosmetic Procedures
Six companies receive warning letters as the FDA addresses unsafe topical analgesics and urges consumer vigilance. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cautioned against using specific…
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FDA Approves Medication for Liver Scarring
The medication was fast-tracked through the agency’s accelerated approval pathway. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized Rezdiffra (resmetirom) for adults experiencing noncirrhotic non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH),…
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Department of Health and Human Services Releases First Water Affordability Report
The preliminary survey will guide the new federal water assistance program. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a report on water affordability this month, surveying…
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Vivek Murthy, U.S. Surgeon General
Vivek Murthy, U.S. Surgeon General
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FTC to Hold Advisory Group Meeting to Prevent Scams Against Seniors
Government and private sector officials will discuss effective scam prevention methods in the meeting. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced an online meeting of the Scams Against Older…
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FDA Approves Wegovy for Cardiovascular Risk Reduction
The injection becomes the first weight loss medication to address life-threatening cardiovascular events. The Food and Drug Administration has expanded the approved use of Wegovy (semaglutide) injection, making…
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HHS Releases Smoking Cessation Framework
Secretary Becerra says the administration seeks to reduce “the leading cause of preventable death” in the U.S. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has released a…
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The agency outlines the steps being taken after the Change Healthcare ransomware incident. The Department of Health and Human Services released a letter to health professionals over the…
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