The trivial commodification of mental health is nothing new, but is it becoming common enough? Particularly emblematic of this phenomenon: A pink sweatshirt emblazoned with the word LEXAPRO retails for $80 and is completely sold out. Shannon Palus explains what’s so irritating about this trend. Plus, in case you missed it: Gideon Meyerowitz-Katz wonders if …
What are the news: Physicians can continue to prescribe controlled substances based on telehealth patient visits after the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) extended this regulatory flexibility through December 31, 2024. The AMA is grateful that the DEA recognizes that patients treated with these medications, including medications to treat opioid use disorder, often have difficulty obtaining …
Japan has been plagued by a prolonged shortage of common medications such as cough suppressants, expectorants and antimicrobial agents. According to a survey by a pharmaceutical industry organization, since September, shipments of about 20 percent of all drugs have been either suspended or limited in quantity. Seventy percent of them are generic drugs, which are …
Your Oura Ring will soon receive three new features to help you manage stress, understand its causes, and even offer recommendations on how to relax. The full update will be released gradually starting today with Daytime Stress. This tool identifies what triggers your stress by constantly checking for “small changes” like fluctuations in heart rate …