NPR Health

DECEMBER 2, 2024

A new study finds people who take weight-loss drugs also cut back on alcohol consumption. Researchers think the drugs could be a promising new treatment for addiction.

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FDA Law Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2024

By Adrienne R. Lenz, Principal Medical Device Regulation Expert & Kristy Katzenmeyer-Pleuss, Regulatory and Biological Safety Consultant* — We recently blogged on FDA’s draft guidance, Chemical Analysis for Biocompatibility Assessment of Medical Devices , which describes chemical characterization methods that may be used to demonstrate biocompatibility of a medical device as an alternative to conducting certain biological testing.

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NPR Health

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The Skate Mind Project is working to bring psychological first aid to the skatepark — promoting stronger relationships within skating culture, and emphasizing parks and shops as community centers.

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PEMBlog

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The Rome IV criteria are how you diagnose constipation. Also X-Rays don’t help. And “The Red Hot Chili Poopers” would be a great name for a tribute band. Lyrics Can’t poop, no stool in about three weeks Walk slow cause now I think my butt leaks I strain and try but I can’t go – no My bowel transit rate is so slow Bristol One is all that I can do I hurts so much when I try to go poo [chorus] Constipation!

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NPR Health

DECEMBER 2, 2024

After Congress ended extra cash aid for families, local efforts aimed to fill the gap. In Flint, Michigan, Rx Kids gives cash aid to every family for a baby's first year. Will it work elsewhere?

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NPR Health

DECEMBER 2, 2024

The focal point of the case is 2009 law enacted by Congress that gives the Food and Drug Administration a mandate to curb the availability of nicotine products for minors. (Image credit: Michael M.

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