FDA Approves First 3-D Printed Pill
The pill is an epilepsy medication designed to be easier for patients, specifically children, to swallow.
Bush’s baked beans recalled over ‘potentially defective’ cans
July 24 (UPI) -- Bush Brothers & Co. has announced a voluntary recall of three types of baked beans due to "potentially defective side seams...
Low levels of hormone linked to autism in boys, scientists say
Unusually low levels of a hormone called vasopressin, known to cause low social ability in monkeys, has now been linked to similar effects in boys with autism.
Embryo Implantation Observed For First Time
For the first time, scientists were able to observe the process of embryo implantation.
Effects Of Warmer Weather On Productivity Being Felt Worldwide, Scientists Say
The forces of globalization have made the global economic system more vulnerable to production losses caused by climate change, new research shows.
Pediatricians: Rapid weight change may harm young athletes
Young gymnasts, figure skaters and wrestlers who try to quickly shed pounds by fasting or restricting fluids may be endangering their health, pediatricians warn.
Pharmacists May Be Able To Help Prevent Opioid Overdoses
Researchers in Massachusetts and Rhode Island recommend in a study that pharmacists educate and distribute naloxone shots to those at risk for opioid overdose.
Canadian Pharmacy Accused Of Selling Fake Cancer Drugs To U.S. Doctors
U.S. prosecutors have accused a Canadian pharmacy of selling some $78 million in counterfeit, misbranded and unapproved drugs -- including those that treat cancer -- to U.S. doctors.
Frozen Chicken Products Recalled Due To Salmonella
At least 8 people have been confirmed with the infection since April after consuming certain Barber Foods' frozen chicken products.
Salt Lake County Mayor’s Office announces walk-in vaccine clinics in Sandy...
Salt Lake County Mayor's Office has announced walk-in vaccine clinics will be held with no appointments necessary in Sandy next week.
Salt Lake County sees 800% increase in syphilis cases among women
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Nov. 9, 2023 (Gephardt Daily) — Local health officials say Salt Lake County has seen an alarming increase in cases...
Link Confirmed Between Disjointed Care, Unnecessary Procedures
A new study shows that 14.7 percent of patients were subjected to at least one potentially overused diagnostic, screening, monitoring or treatment procedure.
BREAKING: Former NFL star Aaron Hernandez hangs himself in prison cell
SHIRLEY, Massachusetts, April 19, 2016 (Gephardt Daily & UPI) -- Aaron Hernandez, the former star football player for the New England Patriots, previously convicted...
Scientists Report Insights Into Zika Virus, Birth Defect
The Zika virus may cause the birth defect microcephaly by targeting certain brain stem cells and stunting their growth, researchers report.