Focuses on drug development for the disease lupus and what the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is doing to spur development of innovative new drugs. Efforts of Dr. Lee Simon, as the new head of the FDA division that oversees anti-inflammatory drugs, to address the need ...
In 1995, Walter J. Pories, MD, and colleagues published a bold paper in the Annals of Surgery, which documented an emerging operation—the gastric bypass—that proved to be a safe, effective, and long-lasting therapy for obesity and diabetes.“Who would have thought it?” the aut...
It is thought lung aspiration may occur because these drugs slow down stomach emptying, and even if you fast (avoid eating / drinking) as directed before surgery you may still have food or liquid left in your stomach, which could be inhaled into your lungs while under sedation or general an...
Medically reviewedby Drugs.com. Last updated on May 4, 2025. What is opioid use disorder (OUD)? OUD is a medical condition that develops from long-term use or misuse of an opioid. You are not able to stop taking the opioid even though it causes physical or social problems. OUD may be...
Federal law doesn't require food producers to provide any of these dates on food with the sole exception of infant formula. Nor does theU.S. Department of Agriculture(USDA) provide much guidance on the proper date labeling of food except infant formula.2 ...
If you’ve ever wondered,“What does it really mean to be in recovery?”—you’re not alone. Whether you’re in early sobriety, thinking about starting treatment or supporting someone you care about, it’s natural to have questions. Many people assume recovery just means staying sober. But...
What Does Patent Mean? A patent is a legal right to an invention given to a person or entity without interference from others who wish to replicate, use, or sell it. Patents are granted by governing authorities and have a time limit, usually 20 years. ...
Causes:Causes can include skipping or stopping blood pressure medications, kidney failure, heart attack, stroke, or an adrenal gland problem. Drugs like cocaine or other stimulants, as well as some over-the-counter medications and supplements, can also trigger a crisis. ...
Altreconomia in Italy revealed the use of drugs to keep people calm in repatriation centres. Eleanor Shaikh, who we’ve written about before, used the UK FOI law to help vindicate Sub-Postmasters caught in the post office Horizon scandal. If ATI is not working does it still have benefits...
Bloody show. Ablood-tinged or brownish discharge from yourcervixis the released mucus plug that has sealed off the womb from infection. This can occur days before or at the onset of labor. Diarrhea.Frequent loose stools may mean labor is imminent. ...