Blumenthal slams drug makers for EpiPen shortages
Illinois becomes first state to require EpiPen costs covered for kids. This is huge
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed a law requiring insurance companies to cover the cost of life-saving EpiPens for children with severe allergies.
Generic Version of Life-Saving EpiPen for Children Is Finally Hitting the Shelves
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, an Isreali drug maker, has announced that a generic version of EpiPen for kids is now available in pharmacies at $300 for a two-pack of the life-saving treatment.
What’s behind the persistent shortage of lifesaving EpiPens
Mylan and Pfizer are still struggling with manufacturing issues for the EpiPen anti-allergy injector
WV MetroNews More competition for EpiPen
Teva rolling out new product.
Teva's generic EpiPen Jr. is about to hit the market for $300
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries on Tuesday released a generic version of Mylan's EpiPen for children who weigh between 33 and 66 pounds, which will be available in the majority of retail pharmacies for $300 for a two-pack.
Epipen Shortage: Looking for Cheaper Options
After a shortage of Epipens Consumer Reports looks at epinephrine alternatives.
Anaphylaxis and Lack of Epinephrine Use in Young Kids
Research shows need to educate food allergy parents, as many young children with anaphylaxis are not getting an epinephrine injection until the hospital.
FDA: Inspect epinephrine auto-injectors to head off problems
Bryn Pharma Presents Data Demonstrating Comparable Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Effects of Intranasal Epinephrine to Intramuscular Epinephrine in Adults
Bryn Pharma, LLC ("Bryn" or the "Company"), a privately held pharmaceutical company dedicated to finding a better way for patients and caregivers to treat anaphylaxis through its development of a unique bi-dose nasal epinephrine product, today announced the availability of a poster
AAAAI: Restaurant EpiPens; Devices OK After Expiration? How About After Laundering?
Roundup of epinephrine injector research prepared for AAAAI 2020
Approved Bill Allows Restaurants To Carry EpiPens
ANNAPOLIS -- A bill allowing certain food-service operations to administer auto-injectable epinephrine, or EpiPens, in an emergency breezed through the
Allergy medication should be more accessible
Freshman year of college is an exciting time for many reasons. For some, it’s the freedom of being away from home. For me, it was being able to eat a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for lunch. I’m pretty sure the last time I made myself a PB&J and didn’t have to completely disinfect myself...
Fire ant season is here, Austin: What you can do to fight them
It’s spring, so fire ants are back to making piles of dirt in your backyard. They also are ready to sting if you get too close.Meet the season with ways to organically rid your yard of fire ants, and also learn how to treat their bites before they ruin what little outdoor time you get during the coronavirus pandemic.Fire ants have few natural predators, so when they find their way into your backyard, it can feel like they take over. Judy Barrett, a local gardening author and contributor
Patients prefer epinephrine nasal spray over auto-injector
NEW ORLEANS — Results of surveys collected from patients with severe allergies suggested they significantly preferred an epinephrine nasal spray over an epinephrine auto-injector, according to findings presented at the AAP National Conference & Exhibition. Stephen Beckman, chief commercial officer at Bryn Pharma, noted that nasal epinephrine is currently not available in the
New state law to increase access to epinephrine devices
The new law expands the definition of epinephrine pens and epinephrine auto-injectors in Maine to include newer and more cost effective evidence-based delivery methods.. Maine news, sports, politics, election results, and obituaries from the Bangor Daily News.
Duckworth to FAA: Require Life-Saving Epinephrine Auto-Injectors Be Carried on Every Flight
U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and U.S. Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA-17) today urged the Federal Aviation
Representative drafts new bill to make epinephrine injectors affordable
Rep. Vining works on proposal to make epipen affordable, mandate all ambulances to stock epipens
My Bill On Epinephrine ~ IN YOUR CORNER with SENATOR DIZOGLIO
In response to these exorbitant costs, I recently filed an amendment to legislation, the PACT Act, which mandates that the Center for Health Information Analysis perform an impact analysis on the cost of providing epinephrine injectors to all minors and produce a report by April 2020. We need to get costs down. Price gauging by companies like the manufacturer of EpiPen is nothing short of disgraceful.
Why Some Ambulances Don’t Stock Epinephrine – And How to Prepare
Most think that if you call 911, the ambulance crew will arrive with the proper equipment and training, however, that is not always the case.
Getting to the heart of epinephrine use in pediatric cardiac arrest patients
The effectiveness of epinephrine treatment during resuscitation of adult patients with cardiac arrest is generally promising, but little is known about its effects in pediatric patients. Researchers led by Osaka University have shown that prehospital administration of epinephrine in children who suffer out of hospital cardiac arrest significantly improves the return of spontaneous circulation, which may enhance their survival and the likelihood of a favorable neurological outcome.
Illinois becomes first state to require EpiPen costs covered for kids. 'This is huge'
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed a law requiring insurance companies to cover the cost of life-saving EpiPens for children with severe allergies.
Novartis to sell epinephrine shot in U.S. pharmacies amid EpiPen shortage
Novartis AG said on Tuesday it would make its generic pre-filled epinephrine shots immediately available in local pharmacies across the United States, as a shortage of Mylan NV's EpiPen emergency allergy treatment drags on due to manufacturing problems.
Lawmakers hope to provide free epinephrine injection to Indiana children, cap insulin at $50
A group of Indiana lawmakers are hoping to make epinephrine injections more accessible to children that need it.
Defective EpiPens Increase Risk of Death
The US Food and Drug Administration announced that certain EpiPens may fail to work correctly for allergic reactions.
EpiPens still costly — despite generic alternatives, other reforms
The out-of-pocket cost of anti-allergy injectors such as EpiPens jumped nearly 124% from 2007 to 2014, which helped to spur calls for reform in 2016. Today, the cost of epinephrine autoinjectors remain high, despite the recent introduction of generic versions and other reforms, advocates say.
Future Food Allergy Reactions Could Be Treated With a Pill
Inventor and medical researcher Dr. Mutasem Rawas-Qalaji has ditched bulky EpiPens and needles to create a groundbreaking delivery method for life-saving medication. His epinephrine tablet could be revolutionary for the estimated 240 million people suffering from food allergies worldwide
Experts Revise Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan for COVID-19
During the COVID-19, experts devise an emergency plan that avoids the need to go to the emergency department, and explains at-home monitoring instead.
FDA warns of premature EpiPen auto-injector activations
The FDA warned patients, parents and providers that various EpiPen models could malfunction and spring their needles early.
Mylan to Face EpiPen Classification, Rebate Class Fraud Claims
Securities fraud claims by Mylan NV investors that it misclassified EpiPens as generic and paid pharmacy benefit managers anticompetitive rebates may proceed as a class action, a federal district court in New York said Monday.
How Johnson & Johnson companies used a ‘super poppy’ to make narcotics for America’s most abused opioid pills
Johnson & Johnson, a company more widely known for baby powder and Band-Aids, became a major supplier of narcotic raw materials to the U.S. thanks to a Tasmanian breed of poppies.
Gov. Cuomo announces charges against Mallinckrodt over its role in opioid epidemic
Governor Cuomo announced Tuesday that the New York State Department of Financial Services has began administrative proceedings and filed charges against Mallinckrodt plc and its subsidiaries, Mallinckrodt LLC and SpecGX LLC.
Grant available for Stop the Bleed training kits
The Stop the Bleed program will provide the kits, valued at $1,000, to selected applicants as part of the National Stop the Bleed Day campaign
Orange High School students trained in Stop the Bleed protocol
‘Stop the Bleed’ Initiative Teaches Local Students How to Save Lives
CADIZ — Hundreds of local students are now able to administer emergency first aid to those in dire straits thanks to a new seminar conducted by Wheeling Hospi
Can Civilians Stop the Bleed?
Trauma is a major cause of death for all ages, and the most common injuries leading to death are traumatic brain injury and uncontrolled hemorrhage, says a study published by the International Journal of the Care of the Injured, Trends in 1029 trauma deaths at a level 1 trauma center. Another study published by PubMed.gov, Mortality from isolated civilian penetrating extremity injury, estimated that 57 percent of civilian deaths from hemorrhage could have been prevented with adequate hemorrhage control. If the hemorrhage isn’t stopped, a . . .
Indiana police department suspends Narcan use as officials raise alarm about overdose deaths during coronavirus pandemic
The inventor of Narcan, a treatment that reverses opioid overdoses, slammed an Indiana police department’s decision to forgo administering the life-saving drug due to safety concerns related to coronavirus.
5 things asthma sufferers can do to keep lungs healthy amid coronavirus
What asthma sufferers can do to prevent an attack and monitor their symptoms.
Pink details 'terrifying' asthma attack amid coronavirus battle
Pink is one of several celebrities who has shared details of her battle with the coronavirus, and in a new interview, the singer breaks down in tears as she details an asthma attack she suffered when she was in the thick of her symptoms.
How Asthma Patients Can Protect Themselves From Coronavirus
An allergist tells all.
Pa. police chief dies from complications of asthma attack
Aliquippa Police Chief Robert Sealock had suffered a major asthma attack following a foot pursuit on March 26
HKBU Study Shows Chinese Medicine Formula Effective in Treating Symptoms of Asthma Patients
Laurel Griggs, 13, died after an asthma attack. How to know if symptoms could turn deadly
Up-and-coming Broadway star Laurel Griggs died from a "massive asthma attack." Here's what to know about the common respiratory condition.
Don’t mistake hay fever for coronavirus symptoms, GPs warn
Samara Hnaien with a severe peanut allergy ends up in hospital after kissing her Tinder date
Sydney woman Samara Hnaien, 22, with a severe peanut allergy has revealed how she ended up in hospital after kissing her Tinder date.
Mail delivery of EpiPen catches popularity locally, and nationwide
From costing hundreds to thousands of dollars for some, EpiPens are now free for many individuals and families.
Sick of $600 EpiPen Prices? A Major Retailer Has an Alternative for Only $10
CVS just announced that it will sell an Epipen alternative called Adrenaclick for $110, and the price is cut to only $10 for most customers thanks to a coupon.
Bethenny Frankel Says She 'Owes' BF Paul Bernon Her 'Life' While Recalling Allergic Reaction
The former RHONY star was rushed to the hospital after she accidentally consumed fish during a night out in 2018
U.S. Senator Bob Menendez of New Jersey
Geisinger providing thousands of bleeding control kits throughout central and northeastern PA
N.C. Fire ant problem persists in higher elevations, researcher says they are "here to stay"
Cullowhee, NC (FOX Carolina) - A recently published report says Fire ants are becoming more pervasive in the mountains of the Southern Appalachians.
McDowell EMS gets grant for opioid overdose equipment
McDowell County Emergency Services was recently awarded an Immediate Opportunities and Needs (ION) grant from the Dogwood Health Trust to support their response to the opioid overdose epidemic in the
Rowan health officials worry increase in March overdoses tied to social isolation - Salisbury Post
Health officials worry social isolation may be causing more people to overdose as a result of the increased stress, anxiety and cut-off from recovery resources.
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So proud of my High School Nurse at HSW for getting one of these units. Was almost in tears!!
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FDA Alerts About Amneal, Impax Labs Epinephrine Auto-Injectors
The U.S. FDA said it’s alerting patients, caregivers and health care professionals to immediately inspect certain lots of Amneal and Impax epinephrine auto-injector 0.3 mg to ensure the yellow “stop collar” in the device is present.
Kaléo Announces ALLERJECT® (epinephrine injection, USP) Auto-Injector Will Be Available for Canadians at Risk for Anaphylaxis Starting May 19, 2020
RICHMOND, VA, May 12, 2020 /CNW/ - Kaléo, a privately held U.S. pharmaceutical company, today announced that ALLERJECT® (epinephrine injection, USP), will be widely available in pharmacies across Canada beginning May 19, 2020. People interested in obtaining ALLERJECT should speak to their healthcare provider and are encouraged to check with their local pharmacy for additional availability details.
Food Allergies Under-Diagnosed in Poor Families?
Food allergies may be under-diagnosed among children covered by Medicaid, a new study suggests.
Senate passes bill to allow police and firefighters to use EpiPens
The bills now head to the House of Representatives for consideration.
Real-time data: as vital for opioid overdose deaths as for Covid-19
Real-time numbers are available for Covid-19 cases and deaths. The best data we have for about opioid overdose deaths are two years old.
Bodycam video shows Georgia police officer saving choking baby
A Georgia police officer is being hailed a hero for possibly saving a baby's life.
Morgantown Police officer saves child from choking
Morgantown Police Chief Giles Taylor says one of his men saved a child from choking Monday.
North Middleton police officers save choking victim
Two North Middleton Township police officers, responding to a report of a male choking, work together to dislodge the blockage to save the individual who recovered.
Newport firefighters help save choking 1-year-old
A local 1-year-old had a scare recently that resulted in her having to be rushed to the hospital. Newport firefighters are being credited for helping save her life.
Caught on camera: Choking Florida man saved by neighbor
A Florida woman performed live saving measures when her neighbor of 13 years was choking last week.
Bleeding trauma kits distributed to Illinois schools
SPRINGFIELD — Schools in Illinois are receiving emergency materials to stop victim bleeding in case of serious accident or incident.
Is COVID Vaccine Safe for the Millions of Americans Who Use EpiPens?
It will be safe for most people who carry medication used to treat severe allergic reactions to take the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, scientists say.
Boston Doctor Has Allergic Reaction to Moderna's COVID Vaccine, Uses Own EpiPen
A Boston doctor had an allergic reaction after receiving Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine on Thursday, according to the hospital where he works, but is doing well.
Does Medicare Cover Epipen?
Medicare does cover EpiPen; however, it may still be expensive. Learn how buying the generic form may save you money.
Dog walker suffers anaphylactic shock after being pelted with eggs
The eggs were thrown by two men in a small white van
How to take part (or not) in EpiPen class action lawsuit
Many people who live with severe food and other allergies can take part in a class action lawsuit against the makers of EpiPen, the potentially life-saving auto-injector.
The future for allergies: No more EpiPens?
Let’s say you have a child who has a severe peanut allergy. While they grab onto the monkey bars at a playground, peanut oil residue gets on their palms and they wipe their face. They go into anaphylactic shock and there is no EpiPen near you. What do you do? What could have you done to weaken their severe allergic reaction?
Raleigh startup raises $26 million as it chases EpiPen alternative
A Triangle pharmaceutical startup that says its nasal spray could become an alternative to EpiPen has raised another $26 million.
Representative drafts new bill to make epinephrine injectors affordable
Rep. Vining works on proposal to make epipen affordable, mandate all ambulances to stock epipens
If Your Auto-Injector Gets Hot, It May Fail
What happens if you leave your epinephrine auto-injector heats up in a hot car? What if it ends up in the wash? Researchers find - both are bad.
Narcan Emergency Cabinets, one of two new Oneida County Opioid Task Force initiatives
Illinois Supply is proud to provide all Naloxone cabinets for Oneida County New York's Opioid Task Force.
Schoolhouse Stock - Allergists want to require EpiPens on campuses
IUP installs Narcan around campus, provides safety measure to students
“IUP has installed several Naloxone (Narcan) boxes across campus,” reads an email from IUP’s Pathfinder.
How the Oneida County Opioid Task Force is going into the community to prevent overdoses
Street response teams, emergency naloxone boxes, new website part of Oneida County Opioid Task Force plan to reduce overdoses
Installing Naloxone Cabinets Countywide to Make Naloxone More Available in Opioid Overdose Incidents
Monroe County , NY has purchased over 500 indoor and outdoor Naloxone cabinets to install throughout the county.
Monroe County expanding naloxone access
Monroe County is installing naloxone cabinets to make the medication more available and help prevent overdose deaths.
Oneida County Opioid Task Force launches website, new outreach efforts
UTICA, N.Y. – The Oneida County Opioid Task Force is launching a new website to provide information and resources to the community, as well as two other outreach initiatives.
Narcan 'Nox Box' installed in Bloomsburg fight opioid overdoses
A "Nox Box" was installed at Bloomsburg's Town Park, the first of its kind locally to provide Narcan or Noxalone to whoever might need it.
Opioid Overdose Emergency Kits Placed Around Campus
Education, prevention, outreach: CNY's strategy to curb overdose deaths
The fentanyl crisis has become an epidemic in Onondaga and Oneida counties.
Narcan emergency kits being placed in high-traffic areas, including McDonald's, to prevent overdose deaths
Four Rivers' recovery unit, Turning Point Recovery, is distributing Narcan emergency kits in our area, and not in the usual places.
Monroe County launches new campaign to address fentanyl overdose crisis
Local health and community leaders gathered on Thursday to announce additional efforts to help fight the opioid crisis.
