FDA approves new version of diabetes drug Mounjaro for weight loss
The drug helped dieters lose about a quarter of their body weight, or 60 pounds, in a recent study. Read more
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Testing encouraged as syphilis in U.S. newborns rose in 2022
Alarmed by yet another jump in syphilis cases in newborns, U.S. health officials are calling for stepped-up prevention measures, including encouraging millions of women of childbearing age and their partners to get tested for the sexually transmitted disease. Read more
Mind-altering ketamine becomes new pain treatment with little research
The generic drug can be purchased cheaply and prescribed by most physicians and some nurses, regardless of their training. Read more
Health Department issues red placard to Queen’s food vendor
Cooking Fresh is shut down until all violations are resolved and cleared by a follow-up inspection. Read more
Second person to receive pig heart transplant dies
Lawrence Faucette, 58, was dying from heart failure and ineligible for a traditional heart transplant when he received the genetically modified pig heart on Sept. 20. Read more
FDA: WanaBana fruit puree pouches may contain dangerous levels of lead
Children who have eaten WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches should be tested for possible lead poisoning, the agency said. Read more
Eyedrops from CVS, Rite Aid, others carry possible infection risk
No injuries related to the products had been reported at the time of the announcement, but the FDA encouraged doctors and patients to submit cases through the agency’s online reporting system. Read more
Column: There are simple ways to keep your sweet tooth under control
Sugar cravings can strike at any time of the year, but Halloween kicks off the season of sweet treats. Read more
New RSV shot for infants in short supply
RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, is a common cause of cold-like symptoms that can be dangerous for young children. Read more
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33 states, including Hawaii, sue Meta over alleged harm to kids’ mental health
A lawsuit filed by 33 states in federal court in California, claims that Meta routinely collects data on children under 13 without their parents’ consent. Read more
DOH cancels ambulance award for Kauai, Maui counties after protest
The cancellation was made after a protest by the current service provider American Medical Response, which was not selected, the department said. Read more
Health Department reports 2 additional cases of mpox on Oahu
The two new cases are the second and third cases of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, diagnosed in Hawaii so far this year. Read more
Health Department shuts down Meatheads food truck in Kakaako
Meatheads was selling food on Cooke Street near Kapiolani Boulevard. Read more
Tripler confirms treatment, release of patient with malaria
The patient developed malaria symptoms following leisure travel outside of the U.S., according to Tripler. Read more
Study: Drug used in diabetes treatment helped dieters shed 60 pounds
By comparison, a group of people who also dieted and exercised, but then received dummy shots, lost weight initially but then regained some, researchers reported. Read more
Toy industry takes on new role amid mental health crisis
While still in its early phase, a growing number of toy marketers are embracing MESH, or mental, emotional and social health. Read more
Wegovy shortage drags on, leaving patients in limbo
Wegovy has appeared on the Food and Drug Administration’s drug shortage list since March 2022. Read more
California governor vetoes bill for free condoms for high school students
Legislative staff estimated it would have cost in the low millions of dollars each year. Read more
Drugmakers agree to negotiate with Medicare on prices of 10 medications
The pharmaceutical companies said they would begin talks with the government even as several of them were suing the administration. Read more
Health officials propose using antibiotic as ‘morning-after pill’ for STDs
The proposed CDC guideline was released today, and officials will move to finalize it after a 45-day public comment period. Read more
EPA issues order on Kailua wastewater treatment plant violations
Enterococcus is an indicator of fecal material in water and possible pathogens that can sicken swimmers. Read more
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