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Nationwide Recall Issued For ADHD Medication Affecting Millions Nationwide Recall Issued For ADHD Medication Affecting Millions
Nationwide Recall Issued For ADHD Medication Affecting Millions A widely prescribed ADHD medication is being recalled nationwide after tests found it failed to dissolve properly in lab conditions. The recall involves several lots of lisdexamfetamine dimesylate capsules — the generic form of Vyvanse — manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries.  According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the medication failed dissolution specifications during stability testing, meaning it did not break down as expected.  That could reduce the drug’s effectiveness for patients who rely on consistent absorption for symptom control. The FDA classifi…
Medical Experts Blast Trump's Tylenol, Autism Claims: 'Astonishing Misinformation' Medical Experts Blast Trump's Tylenol, Autism Claims: 'Astonishing Misinformation'
Medical Experts Blast Trump's Tylenol, Autism Claims: 'Astonishing Misinformation' US and global health officials are rejecting President Donald Trump's claims that pregnant women should avoid Tylenol and other types of acetaminophen, saying his claims of a link to autism are not supported by science. At the White House on Monday, Sept. 22, Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. warned about what they claimed are links between the pain-relieving medication and autism in children. Trump is ordering the Food and Drug Administration to notify doctors that using Tylenol during pregnancy is associated with a "very increased risk of autism." Trump …
The Latest On How Social Media Affects Teenagers The Latest On How Social Media Affects Teenagers
The Latest On How Social Media Affects Teenagers Social media has both an upside and a downside for teenagers. In the pro column, platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat can be lifesavers for teens who feel isolated or marginalized—including LGBTQ+ teens and those struggling with mental health issues. Research shows positive effects of social media on friendships. But there are also plenty of cons associated with frequent use of social media: cyberbullying, negative self-image and body image, social media addiction, and less time spent doing healthy, real-world activities. Social Media and Teen Mental Health A large bo…