The cold wintery weather can be the cause or trigger for a variety of health issues and problems. Everyday complaints such as the common cold and flu are more frequent, as are hospital acquired infections and viral infections such as norovirus. The cold months of the year also bring a higher risk...

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has issued a voluntary Class II recall for three batches of its Ventolin HFA 200D inhalers, totaling over 593,000 units. The recall only affects hospitals, pharmacies, wholesalers and retailers and will not require patients to return their medication. Ventolin inhalers are...

Nearly a month into spring and as plants start to bloom and we edge towards summer, many Americans are struggling with the return of their seasonal allergies and the high pollen count. Roughly 8 percent of people over the age of 18 in the United States suffer from hay fever, according to the...

Patients taking medication for asthma have been reminded to keep up-to-date with vaccinations against pneumococcal disease. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) released the warning following a survey, which revealed many at-risk patients with asthma were unaware of their vaccination...

Half the respondents to a recent survey are aware of what pneumococcal disease is, but less than one-third were vaccinated against the condition. The poll, conducted by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), revealed a significant proportion of at-risk respondents were not immunized...

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new once-daily single inhaler triple therapy for treatment of certain adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).  Trelegy Ellipta (furoate, umeclidinium, vilanterol) is indicated for patients on a fixed-dose combination...

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Sunovion’s Lonhala Magnair (glycopyrrolate), making it the first nebulized long-acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA) treatment in the United States for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is expected to appear in...

Asthma management among children has improved in recent years, with a smaller percentage of children hospitalized as a result of the condition, according to the latest Vital Signs report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).   Since the last study, the percentage of...

GlaxoSmithKline’s once-daily triple therapy, the Trelegy Ellipta (fluticasone furoate, umeclidinium, vilanterol), is superior to dual combination therapies in reducing exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) with a history of exacerbations, new research...

A new treatment option will soon be available for children aged five and over with asthma following the US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) decision to expand its approval of the GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Arnuity Ellipta (fluticasone furoate) inhaler.  The medication was first approved...

Do you have asthma and live near a busy road? If so, you may be one of those whose genetic profile means you are more susceptible to severe asthma symptoms exacerbated by traffic pollution… Around 26 million people in the US suffer from asthma, the equivalent to one in 13 Americans, but new...

Are you one of the many people in the United States planning to enjoy a smoke-free 2019? A new year comes with the promise of a clean slate and the opportunity to make resolutions to improve your quality of life, leaving you a healthier, stronger and happier person. A YouGov NY poll conducted last...

Every home needs a well-stocked medicine cabinet and this is especially true during the winter months when the common cold, flu and other winter ailments are particularly prevalent. While there is no cure for the common cold, there are many over-the-counter drugs to reduce those unpleasant cold...

Do you struggle with asthma in the winter months? If so, you are not alone. Asthma affects more than 26 million Americans and is the most common chronic disease among children, according to figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The cold weather and cold air that comes...

What do you need to know about allergy season? The end of winter and start of spring can be a wonderful time of year, bringing warmer weather and longer days and the promise of summer to come but for children with hay fever, the onset of spring marks the start of an annual ordeal as seasonal...

Many Americans are still struggling to cover health care costs as we begin 2022. Hundreds of drugs have already seen price hikes. Learn more about the state of prescription prices during the pandemic. As we begin 2022, many Americans wonder if the cost of their prescriptions will skyrocket in...

Struggling with Prescription Costs? Here's How to Save in 2024 Each year, the price of medications continues to rise, with more than 600 drug prices increasing by an average of 5% to 6% back in 2022. As Americans still face financial challenges, partly due to the long-term effects of the COVID-19...

Learn more about how chronic diseases have significant direct and indirect costs for Americans of differing income levels and circumstances Chances are, most of us have experience – whether ourselves or someone we know – in dealing with a chronic ailment, such as heart disease, type...

Review the most up-to-date preventative measures to stay COVID-compliant from the classroom to the boardroom COVID-19 is still making its presence felt in America and around the world. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is trying to keep pace by regularly updating their...

Medication therapy management is an empowering process for patients and care providers. Here’s how both sides can benefit. Effectively managing a chronic condition such as high blood pressure or COPD can be a burden on many levels. The responsibility is compounded when someone suffers from...

This is your guide to how a child’s age and other factors impact vaccine eligibility and how schools can take antiviral precautions. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are still regularly updating the public on the fight against COVID-19. More than 200 million people in...

Generic medications are just as effective as their brand name counterparts, and they cost 80% to 85% less. Learn more about the differences. One of your first considerations when you’re buying a prescription is likely how much it’s going to cost. You can save money by going with a...

The guidance on COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters in 2022 is always evolving. Here are the most current recommendations from the global health authorities. Key takeaways: Three manufacturers are approved to distribute vaccines. Age and current health details affect who is eligible. Some...

It’s natural for pregnant mothers to worry about their safety and that of their unborn child, and this may be even more true for women living with chronic conditions. However, there are steps you can take to reduce risk. Key Takeaways Every pregnant woman wants a safe and healthy...

Key Takeaways Most Americans support Medicare price reductions for prescription drugs Many Americans believe the government should be involved in setting price limits for prescription drugs Drug manufacturers and Big Pharma lobbyist groups have argued that lowering the prices of prescription...

Learn to ease the pressure of prescription prices with our list of saving strategies. Key Takeaways: Drug manufacturers in the U.S. set the price of prescription drugs Manufacturers of new drugs must recoup costs to make profit before generic alternatives flood the market This need for profit...

Among all developed nations, Americans pay the highest prices for prescription drugs. Here are the main reasons prescription drugs are so expensive in America. The cost of prescription medication in the U.S. has been on the rise for years. Between 2019 and 2020 , the price of most prescription...

Prescription drug prices are on the rise, and patients will be forced to pay higher prices for the medications they need. Find out how you can navigate – and potentially avoid – cost inflation. Over the past several years, there has been a dramatic uptick in spending on prescription...

Inflation directly affects the prices of prescription drugs in the U.S., but the Inflation Reduction Act can help combat the soaring prices and make them accessible to patients. According to a 2022 survey , one in three adults says they haven’t taken prescription medications due to the...

Prescription drug prices are rising more exorbitantly than the rate of inflation. Here are the culprits behind the rising costs of prescription medication. The price of prescription meds in the U.S. has risen dramatically over the past couple of years. This has little to do with inflation rates,...