Healthcare providers across the U.S. are reporting a steady rise in Type 2 diabetes cases in 2026, especially among adults under 50. What’s more concerning is that many people are living with diabetes without
As we move through 2026, several important health updates are impacting communities across New Jersey. From seasonal allergies and increasing tick activity to medication safety updates, staying informed is essential for protecting your health
Recent updates from the FDA regarding popular weight loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have raised important questions among patients. These medications, containing semaglutide, are increasingly prescribed not only for diabetes but also for
Heart health is more important than ever, and recently, experts have introduced updated cholesterol guidelines that could change how millions of Americans manage their risk for heart disease. At Take Care Pharmacy, we are
If you’re looking for a reliable, friendly, and fast pharmacy in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Take Care Pharmacy is here to serve you with personalized care and convenience you can trust. 💊 Why Choose Take
Published by Take Care Pharmacy | Elizabeth, NJ Horizon NJ Health members across New Jersey are facing an important change that could impact where they fill their prescriptions. Starting April 30, many CVS Pharmacy
CDC has clarified and simplified the process for bringing dogs into the United States from rabies-free and low risk dog rabies countries. CDC aims to protect the health of U.S. communities and animals and
July 25, 2024 – Three additional human cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5) (“H5 bird flu”) virus infection have been confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in association
August 6, 2024 – New CDC data released today highlight improvements in mental health among some United States teens, including decreases in the percentage of students feeling persistently sad or hopeless. However, the report
When the Vaccines for Children (VFC) legislation was passed 30 years ago, it was a historic step in improving children’s lives by providing recommended vaccines at no cost to eligible children. Routine vaccinations are
Please Note: This transcript is not edited and may contain errors. Moderator 00:00 Brittany, welcome and thank you all for standing by at this time. I would like to inform all participants that your
On August 14, 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern about the upsurge of mpox cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and a growing
Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced more than $558 million in funding to improve maternal health, building on the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to reducing the nation’s high maternal mortality
Half a million fewer U.S. youth reported current use of e-cigarettes in 2024 compared to 2023, according to new data from the National Youth Tobacco Survey (NYTS) released today by the U.S. Food and
ATLANTA — December 5, 2025 — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) today voted 8 to 3 to recommend individual-based decision-making for parents deciding whether to
September 6, 2024 — CDC has confirmed a human case of avian influenza A(H5) (“H5 bird flu”) reported by the state of Missouri. The case was identified through that state’s seasonal flu surveillance system.
A new CDC Vital Signs report released today highlights the role that conditions in counties, such as insurance coverage, broadband internet access, and household income, can play in lowering suicide risk. Compared to counties
Please Note: This transcript is not edited and may contain errors. Moderator – 00:31 Thank you all for joining us today as we release a new CDC vital signs report. We are joined by
New CDC population data from 2023 show that in 23 states more than one in three adults (35%) has obesity. Before 2013, no state had an adult obesity prevalence at or above 35%. Currently,
Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced more than $176 million in funding to support 48 public health partners to strengthen the public health system in the United States. This funding
This recall involves updating instructions for using certain devices and does not involve removing them from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This
October 3, 2024 – CDC has confirmed two human cases of H5 bird flu from specimens submitted by California. The cases occurred in people with occupational exposure to infected dairy cows. An investigation led by
October 17, 2024 – Current tobacco product use among U.S. middle and high school students has dropped to the lowest recorded level in 25 years. This is according to newly released data from the
This communication is an FDA Early Alert. The FDA has become aware of a potentially high-risk issue. The FDA will keep the public informed and update this web page as significant new information becomes
Please Note: This transcript is not edited and may contain errors. Operator – 00:00 Welcome and thank you for standing by. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode until the
The number of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remains high in the United States, with more than 2.4 million reported in 2023. However, the latest data from CDC show signs the epidemic could be slowing.
14 November 2024 | Atlanta / Geneva – Worldwide, there were an estimated 10.3 million cases of measles in 2023, a 20% increase from 2022, according to new estimates from the World Health Organization
This recall involves removing certain devices from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This device may cause serious injury or death if you
CDC to receive samples for additional viral characterization. The California Department of Public Health confirmed, through laboratory testing, the first known case of clade I mpox in the United States. This case is related
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed a human infection with avian influenza A(H5N1) (H5N1 bird flu) in a child in California. This is the first reported avian influenza H5 virus
December 18, 2024— A patient has been hospitalized with a severe case of avian influenza A(H5N1) virus (“H5N1 bird flu”) infection in Louisiana. This marks the first instance of severe illness linked to the
New provisional data from CDC’s National Vital Statistics System predict a nearly 24% decline in drug overdose deaths in the United States for the 12 months ending in September 2024, compared to the previous
This recall involves correcting devices and does not involve removing them from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This device may cause serious
This recall involves updating instructions for using devices and does not involve removing them from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This device
AUDIENCE: Patient, Health Care Professional, Pharmacy, Gastroenterology ISSUE: The FDA has received reports of immune effector cell-associated enterocolitis (IEC-EC) in patients who received treatment with CARVYKTI. Reports were received from clinical trials and postmarketing
Date Issued: October 15, 2025 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is making consumers, patients, and health care providers aware that serious complications have been reported with certain uses of radiofrequency (RF) microneedling
HHS letterhead. MEDIA ADVISORY—FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices to Meet June 25–26 ATLANTA, GA—JUNE 20, 2025—The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices
Post-approval Study Data Update: October 31, 2025 The FDA is providing an update on post-approval study data for the Hintermann Series H3 Total Ankle Replacement (TAR) system. As provided by the manufacturer in the
ATLANTA—JUNE 26, 2025—The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) held a meeting on Wednesday and Thursday, June 25-26, 2025, at CDC headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. The ACIP
Summary Company Announcement Date: October 31, 2025 FDA Publish Date: November 03, 2025 Product Type: Medical Devices Reason for Announcement: Recall Reason Description Potential for endobronchial combustion Company Name: Olympus Corporation Brand Name: Product
This recall involves removing certain devices from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This device may cause serious injury or death if you
WASHINGTON—JULY 31, 2025—Susan Monarez, Ph.D., was sworn in today as Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) by U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Director Monarez, the
This recall involves removing certain devices from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This device may cause serious injury or death if you
Summary Company Announcement Date: October 31, 2025 FDA Publish Date: November 03, 2025 Product Type: Drugs Reason for Announcement: Recall Reason Description Potential for Potassium chloride overdose: 20 mEq Potassium Chloride Injection is Mislabeled
Free Mind Campaign The back-to-school season is a great time to engage with youth about mental health and substance use to promote their well-being throughout the academic year. To support these conversations, the
This recall involves removing certain devices from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This device may cause serious injury or death if you
Summary Company Announcement Date: November 06, 2025 FDA Publish Date: November 07, 2025 Product Type: Drugs Reason for Announcement: Recall Reason Description Out-of-specification endotoxin results Company Name: Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC Brand Name: Product
Español 简体中文 (Simplified Chinese) Tagalog Update: November 13, 2025 The FDA has taken actions to address the marketing of unauthorized anti-choking devices, including issuing Warning Letters and an Import Alert. Additional information is provided below under
This recall involves correcting certain devices and does not involve removing them from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This device may cause
This Early Alert communication is part of the Communications Pilot to Enhance the Medical Device Recall Program. The FDA has become aware of a potentially high-risk issue. The FDA will keep the public informed
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, highlights a dramatic increase in a dangerous type of drug-resistant bacteria called NDM-producing carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales
This recall involves updating instructions for using certain devices and does not involve removing them from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This
New provisional CDC data show U.S. cases of newborn syphilis increased for the 12th consecutive year in 2024, with nearly 4,000 cases reported. Newborn syphilis is a deadly but preventable consequence of the nation’s
This recall involves correcting devices, and does not involve removing them from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This device may cause serious
This recall involves correcting devices, and does not involve removing them from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This device may cause serious
This recall involves removing certain devices from where they are used or sold. The FDA has identified this recall as the most serious type. This device may cause serious injury or death if you
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today updated its adult and child immunization schedules to apply individual-based decision-making to COVID-19 vaccination and recommend that toddlers receive protection from varicella (chickenpox) as a
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