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Murky abortion laws leave pharmacists in fear of jail time

In states with abortion bans, there's little guidance for dispensing the FDA-approved drug misoprostol, which is often prescribed for miscarriage.
A pharmacist removes a bottle of Misoprosto from a shelf at a pharmacy in Provo, Utah
A pharmacist removes a bottle of Misoprosto from a shelf at a pharmacy in Provo, Utah
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Salmonella outbreak prompts Trader Joe's to recall herbs sold in 29 states

Infinite Herbs organic basil has been linked to at least a dozen cases of food poisoning, including one hospitalization, according to federal officials.
Infinite Herbs-brand organic basil recall
Infinite Herbs-brand organic basil recall

Scotland pauses prescriptions of puberty blockers for transgender minors

The decision came shortly after a report commissioned by England’s state-funded National Health Service concluded that evidence around youth gender care is “remarkably weak.”
Trans rights activists attend a protest in London
Trans rights activists attend a protest in London

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As Zepbound shortage grows, Eli Lilly says there's no immediate end in sight

The drugmaker is working to increase its supply of the weight loss drug. But some of those steps, including building a new plant, will take months to come online.
A Zepbound injection pen
A Zepbound injection pen

Eli Lilly's weight loss drug Zepbound found to reduce sleep apnea, company says

If the drug's approval is expanded to treat obstructive sleep apnea, insurers may be more likely to cover the pricy medication.
An Eli Lilly & Co. Zepbound injection pen
An Eli Lilly & Co. Zepbound injection pen

Whooping cough is rising sharply in some countries. Here's why you may need a booster.

Newborn babies are at greatest risk from the respiratory infection.
Coughing newborn week-old baby
Coughing newborn week-old baby

The Mexican state closest to Arizona bans most abortions, setting up a regional void

Arizona’s Supreme Court ruled last week that an 1864 law banning most abortions from the moment of conception could be enforced, sending the state into chaos. 
A worker paints over a graffiti that reads "legal abortion" following demonstrations
A worker paints over a graffiti that reads "legal abortion" following demonstrations

'Faux-tox'? Fake Botox is the cause of illnesses in at least nine states, FDA says

Authentic Botox, made by AbbVie, has not been implicated in the bad reactions, which include difficulty breathing and swallowing.
Counterfeit version of Botox on a blue background
Counterfeit version of Botox on a blue background

FDA winds down part of lead-contaminated applesauce probe

The agency continue to investigate how the WanaBana cinnamon applesauce pouches became contaminated with lead.
A WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouch.
A WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouch.
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If you or someone you know is in crisis, these resources can help

Don’t struggle alone. Reach out to these hotlines and organizations.
Silhouette of Young Adult Woman Sitting in Front of Window
Silhouette of Young Adult Woman Sitting in Front of Window

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