FDA Discreetly Approved New Abortion Medication Following Safety Review
FDA Approves New Generic Mifepristone The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has greenlit a new generic version of Mifepristone as of Tuesday. This follows recent confirmations from the FDA about ongoing reviews of abortion drugs, specifically approving an application from Evita Solutions, LLC. Evita Solutions stated, “We believe that everyone should have access to safe, […]
Many mass shooters have used psychiatric medication. RFK seeks clarification.
The discussion around psychotropic medications, particularly in light of some notorious mass murderers, is prompting a closer look at possible connections to violent behavior. Antidepressants, like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), have been used by several individuals involved in shooting incidents that resulted in multiple fatalities. Recently, Robert Kennedy Jr., who oversees the Department of […]
PEEHIP board discusses increasing insurance expenses, rural healthcare facilities, and medication tariffs
Discussion on Rising Costs by Alabama Public Education Employee Health Insurance Plan Board During a meeting on Wednesday, members of the Alabama Public Education Employee Health Insurance Plan Management Board addressed the growing costs related to their retirement plan. Diane Scott, the CFO of RSA, shared insights about the 2024 Pehip budget, highlighting that 68% […]
TennCare’s coverage of obesity medication benefits people in Tennessee
Tenncare, Tennessee’s Medicaid program, has recently decided to cover the costs of semaglutide drugs intended for weight loss. In April 2024, I emphasized to Tenncare and the Tennessee Legislature the importance of taking obesity seriously. The recent expansions in coverage for obesity medications represent more than just updates in policy. For many Tennesseans, it’s like […]
Tennessee lawmakers take up bills over IVF, birth control, medication abortion • Tennessee Lookout
NASHVILLE – More than two years after Tennessee enacted one of the country’s strictest abortion bans, lawmakers are likely to save, or further restrict and punish access to reproductive care. We are prepared to take up one competing bill that can be done. Measures introduced so far include laws proposed by Republican lawmakers that will […]
‘Left Me Gobsmacked’: Brooke Shields Says Tom Cruise Publicly Shamed Her For Taking Medication
Brooke Shields says Tom Cruise brutally shamed her for taking medication after giving birth. The iconic model and actress opened up about her public feud with the “Mission: Impossible” star in her new memoir, “Brooke Shields Isn’t Allowed to Grow Old.” According to New York Post. The 59-year-old said she had to defend herself against […]
‘Take Your Medication And Leave’: James Comer Claps Back At Dem Rep Who Questioned Why Biden Hasn’t Been Impeached
House Oversight and Accountability Committee Republican Chairman James Comer and Democratic Rep. Jared Moskowitz of Florida clashed Thursday over the committee's investigation into the Biden family's overseas business dealings. of HearingThe report, titled “A Legacy of Incompetence: Consequences of the Biden-Harris Administration's Policy Failures,” quickly devolved into a show of criticism. During the hearing, Moskowitz […]
Alabamians safely dispose of over 4,000 pounds of medication on Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Alabama residents safely disposed of 4,105 pounds of unwanted or expired medications on National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on April 27. The event is held twice a year and encourages residents to dispose of unwanted medications, with the goal of preventing prescription drug overdoses, medication misuse and substance abuse. According to the data, National Center […]