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Bivalent COVID Vaccines Authorized by FDA
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorizes two bivalent vaccines to be given as booster shots.
How to Sit Less and Sit More
Did you know the majority of adults spend more than half of their day sitting?
First of Its Kind Depression RX Gets Green Light
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves a new medication to treat depression.
Increased Access Granted: OTC Hearing Aids
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issues a final rule which will improve access to over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids.
Coming This Fall: Omicron COVID Boosters
By September, we can expect to see the reformulated vaccines for Omicron.
Companies Under Fire for Mole Removal Products
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issues warning letters to three well known companies. 
Monkeypox Declared a Public Health Emergency
The US Department of Health and Human Services declares monkeypox a public health emergency.
New Route for Monkeypox Vaccine Gets Green Light
The US food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorizes emergency use of Jynneos vaccine.
Everything You Need to Know About West Nile
It is that time again... mosquito season. Here's how to protect you and your family.
First RX for HER2-Low Breast Cancer Gets Green Light
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves a new breast cancer treatment.