Chicago Alleges 27 e-Cig Companies are Marketing to Minors
The City of Chicago has submitted a lawsuit against nearly three dozen e-cigarette retailers for allegedly selling their products to minors online.
Health & Medicine
FDA Send a Clear Warning to McKesson Regarding Illegitimate Shipments
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent a warning letter to drug distributor McKesson for incidents in which pharmacies received tampered with shipments of opioids.
Johnson & Johnson Will Include Drug Prices in Television Ads
Johnson & Johnson will improve transparency regarding the cost of certain prescriptions by including pricing in television ads.
Protestors Flood Museums Partially Funded by Sacklers
Protestors flood museums the Sackler family has donated to over the years, asking them to refuse any future funding.
Beware the Potential Consequences of Using an Epidural for Pain
While an epidural seems like a better option for chronic back pain than opioids, there are risks involved, including paraylsis.
Drug Company CEOs Will Testify at Hearing Addressing Price Increases
A hearing will be held at the end of the month in which executives from top drug manufacturers will testify regarding significant price increases.
Arizona Lawmakers are Hoping to Crack Down on Sexual Abuse
Arizona lawmakerse are hoping to modify current licensing requirements for all caregivers of patients with disabilities in order to address sexual abuse concerns.
Illinois Considers Making the Switch from Opioids to Medical Marijuana
Illinois will switch some patients from opioid prescriptions to medical marijuana, which offers a safer alternative.
Native American Community Disproportionately Crippled by Cancer
Native Americans are disproportionately affected by asbestos-related illnesses. Efforts are being made to lessen this impact and Native American communities are leading the way.
Doctor Suspected of Causing More Than Two Dozen Patient Deaths
Mount Carmel Hospital System physician, Dr. William Husel, is accused of prescribing high levels of pain medications that led to the deaths of 28 patients.