7 results for "fda"
🧘 Health & WellnessResearchers Cut Drug Side Effects in Half with New Tool
Two scientists found a way to dramatically reduce serious health problems from fast-tracked medications. Their solution could make breakthrough drugs safer for millions of patients.
💡 SolutionsSouth Korea Races US for First Arthritis-Slowing Drug
The world's first drug that could actually slow osteoarthritis instead of just masking pain is finally within reach. Three South Korean biotech companies are racing to bring breakthrough treatments to millions suffering from the painful joint disease.
🧘 Health & WellnessADHD Drug Guanfacine May Help 29M Americans Cut Drinking
Boston University researchers discovered that guanfacine, an FDA-approved ADHD medication, significantly reduced heavy drinking in studies without dangerous side effects seen in older treatments. The breakthrough could fast-track new treatment options for 29 million Americans struggling with alcohol use disorder.
🧘 Health & WellnessNew Ultrasound Treatment Destroys Liver Tumors Without Surgery
A New Orleans cancer center now offers a groundbreaking FDA-approved treatment that uses ultrasound waves to destroy liver tumors without a single incision. Patients who previously had no surgical options can now receive this same-day outpatient procedure. #
🚀 InnovationNatural Cycles Launches $130 Wristband for Birth Control App
Women now have a more affordable option for tracking fertility with Natural Cycles' new wristband that monitors temperature during sleep. The $130 device offers an alternative to pricey smartwatches for the FDA-cleared birth control app.
🧘 Health & WellnessCancer Vaccine From Patient's Own Tumor Cells Gets FDA Nod
A groundbreaking cancer vaccine that turns patients' own tumor cells into immune system trainers just received FDA approval for its first human trial. Using simple vitamin B2 and UV light, scientists have created "zombie" cancer cells that could help prevent ovarian cancer from coming back.
🧘 Health & WellnessFDA Fast-Tracks Device Helping Dialysis Patients Stay Alive
A new wearable device that prepares veins for dialysis access just earned breakthrough status from the FDA, potentially saving lives for millions of kidney patients. The system could help dialysis patients avoid painful complications and get treatment faster.