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U.S. Food and Drug Administration
National

FDA Approves RiVive: Nasal Spray for Opioid Overdose Prevention Goes Over-the-Counter

August 1, 2023July 30, 2023 - by MyChesCo

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved RiVive, 3 milligram (mg) naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray for over-the-counter (OTC), nonprescription use for the emergency treatment of known or suspected opioid …

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Food and Drug Administration
National

FDA Takes Steps to Boost Innovations in Treating Opioid Use Disorder: New Guidance and Initiatives

July 31, 2023July 30, 2023 - by MyChesCo

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently announced new steps to help facilitate innovation in devices intended to treat opioid use disorder (OUD). The draft guidance, to help sponsors design …

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Heat Stroke
Healthy Living

Everything You Need to Know About Heat Stroke and Exhaustion

May 4, 2023May 3, 2023 - by Alec Robson

Summer days can be fun, especially when you’re out soaking up the sun. But hot and humid weather comes with heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke and exhaustion; if not …

Everything You Need to Know About Heat Stroke and Exhaustion Read More

healthcare
Health / Medical

April 16 Is National Healthcare Decisions Day – Here’s What You Need To Know

April 14, 2023April 13, 2023 - by MyChesCo

WEST READING, PA — Healthcare decisions can be critical, especially when it comes to our own preferences for treatment. Thus, National Healthcare Decisions Day has been established as an opportunity …

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caregiver
Seniors

Age-Appropriate Care for Older Adults with Acute Coronary Syndrome

January 5, 2023January 2, 2023 - by Alec Robson

Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is a serious medical condition that is often seen in older adults. ACS occurs when there is a sudden decrease or cessation of blood flow to …

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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Hospitals

Jay Leno: Chester County Hospital Explains Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

November 18, 2022November 18, 2022 - by MyChesCo

WEST CHESTER, PA — As Jay Leno has taken over headlines for his injuries sustained in a gasoline fire, many have little to no knowledge of the specialized treatment he’s …

Jay Leno: Chester County Hospital Explains Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Read More
Senator Muth AED
Communities / Health / Medical

Chester County Schools Get New AEDs

November 6, 2022November 5, 2022 - by MyChesCo

EXTON, PA — State Sen. Katie Muth (D-Chester/Montgomery/Berks) joined several parents, students, administrators, and advocates at United Way of Chester County this past Tuesday to announce a $354,240 grant to …

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Tom Wolf
News

Governor Tom Wolf Expands Statewide Naloxone Standing Order

October 5, 2022October 5, 2022 - by MyChesCo

PENNSYLVANIA — Governor Tom Wolf this week announced another expansion of Acting Secretary of Health and Pennsylvania Physician General Dr. Denise Johnson’s naloxone standing orders that allow residents to obtain …

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naloxone
Health / Medical / Pennsylvania

10,000 Naloxone Requests Filled in Pennsylvania

August 30, 2022August 29, 2022 - by MyChesCo

PENNSYLVANIA — The Drug and Alcohol Programs Department (DDAP), the Health Department (DOH), and the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) announced that, as of August 25, 2022, they …

10,000 Naloxone Requests Filled in Pennsylvania Read More
Community Naloxone Training
Addiction / West Chester

Free Community Naloxone Training in West Chester

July 10, 2022July 10, 2022 - by MyChesCo

WEST CHESTER, PA —  Individuals, businesses, community organizations, restaurant and hospitality employees, and others interested in learning how to properly administer Naloxone to those experiencing a drug overdose can attend …

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