2026
September
07,
2026
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10:03 AM
America/Chicago
Weight loss drugs are more popular than ever, leading people to seek options that are quicker and cheaper than an in-person doctor visit. How can you tell if online pharmacies are legitimate?
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2025
September
23,
2025
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
Major warnings emerge after kava root products gain popularity. Hear why health officials are concerned.
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July
09,
2025
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
The late summer-early fall period is when respiratory illnesses begin their upswing. The latest news from health officials concerns a new variant of COVID-19 that brings a bad sore throat.
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February
25,
2025
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07:29 AM
America/Chicago
Spring allergies will be here soon. Treatment is not as simple as grabbing the first medicine you see on the pharmacy shelf or bathroom counter.
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2024
December
11,
2024
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
Sudafed has been a household name for decades. Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration determined one of its ingredients—Sudafed PE—is not effective and should be banned from over-the-counter use.
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December
02,
2024
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
The FDA claims Sudafed PE, one of Sudafed’s more popular items, is not effective and should be banned from over-the-counter use.
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June
07,
2024
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10:44 AM
America/Chicago
OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center was one of 10 hospitals contributing to research for the first FDA approved software to predict a hospital patient's risk of developing sepsis.
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May
24,
2024
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09:32 AM
America/Chicago
The FDA recently approved the first medication, Rezdiffra, that can directly address damage from fatty liver as the person makes lifestyle changes.
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April
22,
2024
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08:00 AM
America/Chicago
OSF HealthCare patients enrolled in a clinical trial at OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois contributed to the recent FDA approval of a medical device to treat patients who develop a pulmonary embolism (PE). A pulmonary …
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2023
July
17,
2023
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14:56 PM
America/Chicago
The FDA approved the first RSV vaccine for people ages 60 and over. But the vaccine rollout could soon impact soon-to-be mothers.
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March
17,
2023
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09:15 AM
America/Chicago
A new FDA regulation is aimed at early cancer detection because all women who get a mammogram will be required to learn if they have dense breasts.
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February
13,
2023
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09:36 AM
America/Chicago
Ongoing social media chatter claims drugs like Ozempic are the magic way to weight loss. Doctors say it's not that simple, not to mention the side effects of these drugs.
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2022
July
07,
2022
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14:36 PM
America/Chicago
The FDA had banned vaping products produced by Juul, a decision that was appealed by the company, yet applauded by health care professionals. As the court battle continues, an OSF pulmonologist weighs in on vaping dangers.
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