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Aspartame, the much-debated artificial sweetener

PARIS: The artificial sweetener aspartame, which is consumed by millions every day as a sugar substitute in products such as diet soft drinks, has long been the topic of fierce debate over its impact on health.

Bangkok Post

Soda sweetener aspartame now listed as possible cancer cause. But it's still considered safe

The World Health Organization's cancer agency has deemed the artificial sweetener aspartame a “possible” cause of cancer, while a separate group looking at the same evidence said it still considers the sugar substitute safe

The Independent UK

FDA approves first daily over-the-counter birth control pill, Opill – a pharmacist and public health expert explain this new era in contraception

On July 13, 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a drugmaker’s application for the first daily over-the-counter birth control pill for people seeking to prevent pregnancy.

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WHO says aspartame is a 'possible carcinogen.' The FDA disagrees

Moderate consumption of aspartame is OK, scientists say. But heavy consumers may want to reduce their intake. The WHO says aspartame may "possibly" cause cancer. The FDA questions the evidence.

WEKU

Will OTC birth control be affordable?

Opill (norgestrel) will be on store shelves in early 2024, but its price could be an issue

Salon

The pill without a prescription: FDA OKs first nonprescription daily oral contraceptive

No prescription will be needed starting early next year when women in the United States will be able to buy the first over-the-counter birth control pill.

Chicago Sun-Times

Birth control access is expanding with further abortion restrictions

People can get birth control with a doctor's or pharmacist's prescription. Soon, they won't need one.

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1st over-the-counter birth control pill approved by FDA

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the nation's first over-the-counter birth control pill after recently being advised to do so by a panel of experts.

LiveScience

First over-the-counter birth control pill approved by US regulators

Perrigo Co.’s Opill received U.S. clearance as the first daily oral birth-control product available without a prescription, coming at a time when reproductive rights are increasingly under fire.

Tribune News Service

The FDA Just Approved OTC Hormonal Birth Control — Here’s When It Will Be Available

Opill becomes the first hormonal birth control pill in the United States to be approved for over-the-counter sale by the Food and Drug Administration.

Inverse

FDA approves Opill, the first daily birth control pill without a prescription

From convenience stores to online, the tablet "will be an available option for millions of people in the United States," the director of the FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research says.

WEKU

FDA approves 1st over-the-counter daily birth control pill

The decision will likely expand availability of daily birth control pills, but questions around affordability still remain.

Axios

First over-the-counter birth control pill gets FDA approval

U.S. officials have approved the first over-the-counter birth control pill, a major change that will broaden access for women and teenagers

The Independent UK

Government ‘refused to listen’ union boss says after agency worker ruling

FDA assistant general secretary Amy Leversidge described the judge’s decision as a victory for ‘basic fairness and for the trade union movement’.

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FDA approves first OTC birth control pill - Roll Call

The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved Opill, making it the nation’s first over-the-counter birth control pill.

Salon

Is Tylenol linked to autism and ADHD?

The debate over how to interpret acetaminophen science has profound implications for individuals and the public

Salon

What everyone gets wrong about sunscreen

Yes, some sunscreens contain cancer-causing chemicals — but the sun is still far more dangerous

Wales Online

Canada recalls Prime drinks saying because of caffeine they 'should not be sold'

It follows a US senator calling for the FDA to investigate the drink

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3 Biotech Stocks to Acquire in July

With the surge in new drug formulations, the growing prominence of personalized medicine, and favorable government initiatives, the biotech industry is set for significant growth this year and beyond. Thus, it could be wise to invest in fundamentally sound biotech stocks Biogen (BIIB), Alkermes (ALKS), and Theratechnologies (THTX) this month.…

Salon

FDA warns makers of Delta-8 snack dupes

The agencies are concerned that, without proper packaging, the snacks could be consumed by children

Salon

Sanders: Alzheimer's drug too expensive

"The high price of Leqembi threaten Medicare's finances, it will also negatively impact seniors on fixed incomes"

Reason

Chuck Schumer Panics Over Logan Paul's New Energy Drink

The new energy drink has about as much caffeine as a large Starbucks coffee.

WEKU

What to know about Prime, the Logan Paul drink that Sen. Schumer wants investigated

Prime drinks have become a Gen Z status symbol, a prized social media prop for a certain brand of teen male. But they're causing jitters among pediatricians who say they pack scary caffeine levels.

PC Gamer

Logan Paul's energy drink has 'so much caffeine in it that it puts Red Bull to shame,' declares US senator in call for FDA investigation

Prime, Paul’s energy drink advertised to kids, is raising eyebrows for its health content.

Salon

FDA asked to investigate Prime drink

Senator Chuck Schumer has asked the administrative body to look into the high caffeine levels of Prime

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