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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Limits Use of Certain Monoclonal Antibodies to Treat COVID-19 Due to the Omicron Variant

By DeECO / January 25, 2022 / Comments Off on Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Limits Use of Certain Monoclonal Antibodies to Treat COVID-19 Due to the Omicron Variant

Original Post The following is attributed to Patrizia Cavazzoni, M.D., director of the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research For Immediate Release: January 24, 2022 Statement From:Patrizia Cavazzoni, M.D.  Director – Center for Drug Evaluation and Research As we have throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has used the best available…

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Get your COVID-19 Vaccine Booster

By DeECO / January 19, 2022 / Comments Off on Get your COVID-19 Vaccine Booster

Original Post Get your COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Wonder who is eligible for COVID-19 vaccine boosters and when? Everyone ages 12 and older can get a booster shot. COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective, and free. Don’t wait. Get your vaccination or booster as soon as possible.

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Don’t Double Up on Acetaminophen

By DeECO / January 17, 2022 / Comments Off on Don’t Double Up on Acetaminophen

Original Post FDA is a member of the Acetaminophen Awareness Coalition (AAC), a diverse group of leading health and consumer organizations. AAC’s outreach campaign, “Double Check, Don’t Double Up,” is all about the safe use of acetaminophen. Visit www.knowyourdose.org for more information.External Link Disclaimer You have flu symptoms, so you’ve been getting some relief for the…

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Beware of Vaping Products with Unproven Health Claims

By DeECO / January 12, 2022 / Comments Off on Beware of Vaping Products with Unproven Health Claims

Original Post The U.S. Food and Drug Administration wants consumers to know certain “wellness” vaping products containing vitamins and/or essential oils are being illegally sold with unproven claims and could be harmful if used. Currently, no vaping products are approved by the FDA to prevent or treat any health conditions or diseases. Some vaping products…

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Stop Using LuSys Laboratories COVID-19 Tests: FDA Safety Communication

By DeECO / January 11, 2022 / Comments Off on Stop Using LuSys Laboratories COVID-19 Tests: FDA Safety Communication

Original Post Date Issued: January 11, 2022 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning people to stop using the LuSys Laboratories COVID-19 Antigen Test (Nasal/Saliva) and the LuSys Laboratories COVID-19 IgG/IgM Antibody Test. The performance of these tests has not been adequately established and the FDA believes there is likely a high risk…

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Moor Herbs Recalls “Angel Formula” Infant Formula Because of Possible Health Risk

By DeECO / January 11, 2022 / Comments Off on Moor Herbs Recalls “Angel Formula” Infant Formula Because of Possible Health Risk

Original Post Summary Company Announcement Date: January 07, 2022 FDA Publish Date: January 07, 2022 Product Type: Food & Beverages  Reason for Announcement: Product did not meet specific nutrition and labeling requirements for infant formula Company Name: Moor Herbs Brand Name: Moor Herbs  Product Description: Angel Formula Infant formula Company Announcement Moor Herbs of Detroit,…

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CDC Updates and Shortens Recommended Isolation and Quarantine Period for General Population

By DeECO / January 10, 2022 / Comments Off on CDC Updates and Shortens Recommended Isolation and Quarantine Period for General Population

Update Applicable to:All employers What happened?On December 27, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that it would be updating its quarantine and isolation guidance for COVID-19. What are the details?Effective immediately, the isolation period for people with COVID-19 was reduced from 10 days to five days as long as they do…

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Takes Multiple Actions to Expand Use of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine

By DeECO / January 5, 2022 / Comments Off on Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Takes Multiple Actions to Expand Use of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine

Original Post For Immediate Release: January 03, 2022 Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration amended the emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine to: Expand the use of a single booster dose to include use in individuals 12 through 15 years of age. Shorten the time between the completion of primary vaccination…

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Outbreak Investigation of Listeria monocytogenes: Dole Packaged Salad (December 2021)

By DeECO / December 28, 2021 / Comments Off on Outbreak Investigation of Listeria monocytogenes: Dole Packaged Salad (December 2021)

Original Posting Do not eat, sell, or serve recalled Dole packaged salads; FDA investigation ongoing The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners, is investigating a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections potentially linked to Dole packaged leafy greens. According to the CDC, as of December 22, 2021, 16 people infected with the outbreak strain…

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FDA Approves New Imaging Drug to Help Identify Ovarian Cancer Lesions

By DeECO / November 29, 2021 / Comments Off on FDA Approves New Imaging Drug to Help Identify Ovarian Cancer Lesions

Original Post For Immediate Release: November 29, 2021 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Cytalux (pafolacianine), an imaging drug intended to assist surgeons in identifying ovarian cancer lesions. The drug is designed to improve the ability to locate additional ovarian cancerous tissue that is normally difficult to detect during surgery. Cytalux is indicated…

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