Your Inhalers and EpiPens Aren’t Very Healthy for the Environment
For eco-conscious consumers of personal medical devices, recycling options are limited. Some companies are trying to change that.
For eco-conscious consumers of personal medical devices, recycling options are limited. Some companies are trying to change that.
For eco-conscious consumers of personal medical devices, recycling options are limited. Some companies are trying to change that.
Inhalers, EpiPens, home tests for flu or Covid, mouth guards. They accumulate in our homes, and recycling methods and advice can be tricky to pin down.
Rest, fluids and medications are your friends.
The drug does not completely prevent reactions, but it can reduce the risks posed by trace amounts of food allergens.
Xolair cuts the risk of dangerous reactions after exposure to minute amounts of allergens, researchers reported. But children taking it still must avoid risky foods.
The F.D.A. recently approved the first therapy for patients in danger of losing their toes, fingers and other exposed parts of the body.
The A.G., Letitia James, called on the F.D.A. to redouble efforts to alert doctors about potential side effects of Singulair and to consider discouraging use of the drug for children.
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