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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued an alert to healthcare providers, underscoring their obligation to safeguard children from potentially harmful medical interventions for …
CMS Sounds Alarm on Risky Gender Treatments for Kids, Calls for Urgent Action to Protect Their Futures Read More
CONSHOHOCKEN, PA — A new survey conducted by New Ocean Health Solutions reveals that 79% of Americans aged 55 and older report their mental health as excellent or good, with 28% …
Are Seniors Defying the Odds? 79% Report Thriving Mental Health Amid Aging and Challenges Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit seeking to block GTCR BC Holdings, LLC’s (GTCR) proposed acquisition of Surmodics, Inc., citing significant antitrust concerns. The …
FTC Fights to Block Merger Threatening Healthcare Innovation and Patient-Critical Devices Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced significant advancements in medical treatments, including the approval of a novel gene therapy for a rare eye disease …
FDA Approves Breakthrough Eye Therapy and Expands Life-Saving Allergy Spray for Kids Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released several important updates addressing new medication approvals and significant changes in pharmaceutical labeling, marking advancements in treatment options …
FDA Approves Lifesaving Stroke Drug, Xarelto Generics, and Issues Urgent Testosterone Warnings Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed 2025-2026 budget outlines a significant investment in maternal health, including $5 million to support universal postpartum depression screenings for all Pennsylvania mothers. Shapiro …
Pennsylvania Takes Bold Step to Combat Postpartum Depression, Empowering Mothers and Families Statewide Read More
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — LCH Health and Community Services has expanded its offerings in Southern Chester County by adding primary care services to its West Grove Health Center. Starting March …
LCH Expands Primary Care Services to West Grove Read More
MALVERN, PA — Ocugen, Inc. (NASDAQ: OCGN) announced that the European Commission has granted Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product (ATMP) classifications for its gene therapies OCU410 and OCU410ST. This regulatory milestone …
Ocugen Secures ATMP Classification for Gene Therapies Targeting Vision Loss Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Synergy Pennsylvania Drug & Alcohol Rehab is making waves with its innovative Collegiate Recovery Program, an initiative tailored to help college students maintain sobriety while achieving …
Collegiate Recovery Program Brings Hope to Students Battling Addiction Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Pathways Neuro Pharma Inc. has announced a significant pivot in its development pipeline, prioritizing rare pediatric neurological disorders, with Juvenile Parkinson’s Disease (JPD) leading the charge. This …
Pathways Neuro Pharma Targets Rare Pediatric Neurological Disorders with Pioneering Gene Therapy Read More