February 19, 2025

FDA Clears Novel Atopic Dermatitis Drug

FDA grants IND clearance to Zabalafin Hydrogel, a botanical drug targeting bacterial, inflammatory, and pruritic components of atopic dermatitis, following successful Phase 2a trials.

Conexiant

February 13, 2025

Measles Outbreak in Texas: 24 Cases Reported

An outbreak of measles in Gaines County, Texas, has led to at least 24 reported cases, with none of the infected individuals being vaccinated, sparking concerns of potential further spread in the community.

Reuters

February 13, 2025

FDA Approves Evolysse Hyaluronic Acid Fillers

The FDA has approved Evolysse Form and Smooth, the latest hyaluronic acid fillers. Their approval "represent[s] the first major technological breakthrough in hyaluronic acid dermal fillers in a decade," noted the manufacturer.

Conexiant

February 12, 2025

Phase III Trial Targets Venous Leg Ulcers

With no new FDA-approved drugs for chronic wound debridement since 1965, MediWound's phase 3 trial tests EscharEx for venous leg ulcers in 216 patients.

Reuters

January 27, 2025

Long-Term Effects of COVID-19 Reinfections

“Each subsequent infection could potentially increase the burden on the immune system, leaving individuals vulnerable to the cumulative effects of the virus."

Conexiant

January 23, 2025

States Split on Immigration, Hospitals Adapt

“You are instilling fear into folks who may defer care, who may go without care, whose children may not get the vaccines they need, who may not be able to get treatment for an ear infection or surgery."

KFF Health News

April 29, 2024

Record Heat Waves Propel Surge in Heat-Related Illness

2023 brought record-breaking heat waves in the United States, significantly impacting vulnerable groups. Analysis by the CDC revealed a substantial number of heat-related illness (HRI) emergency department visits, resulting in multiple public health alerts.

Conexiant

November 15, 2024

RFK Jr.'s Vision for U.S. Food and Drug System Reform

The FDA's nutrition department has to go: "They're not doing their job. They're not protecting our kids."

Reuters

April 29, 2024

Exposed to Agent Orange at US Bases, Veterans Face Cancer Without VA Compensation

A veteran's struggle for recognition of health issues linked to exposure to a controversial herbicide used by the military.

KFF Health News