FDA Cautions Use of Face Masks with Metal During MRIs Poses Patient Safety Risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration cautions that patients can be injured if wearing face masks with metal features or coating during an MRI exam.
FDA Grants an EUA for Bamlanivimab to Treat COVID-19 Patients Who Meet Certain Criteria
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted Eli Lilly and Company an emergency use authorization for bamlanivimab to treat mild-to-moderate COVID-19 in adult and pediatric patients.
FDA Approves Veklury for Treatment of COVID-19 Patients Who Meet Certain Criteria
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the antiviral drug remdesivir, sold as Veklury, to treat COVID-19 patients who meet specific criteria.
Dental Amalgam Is Safe, Says the American Dental Association
Dental amalgam is "durable, safe and effective" despite containing mercury, the American Dental Association reaffirmed, responding to a recent statement by the Food and Drug Administration.