Federal Agency Announces Proposed Rules To Limit Telehealth Prescriptions For Some Drugs

by on February 27, 2023 0

With the increase number of telehealth appointments that are occurring post the pandemic, the DEA has extended many telemedicine flexibilities adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic with added appropriate safeguards. Las week, the Drug Enforcement Administration announced proposed permanent rules for the prescribing of controlled medications via telemedicine, expanding patient access to critical therapies beyond...

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FDA Authorizes First Over-the-Counter At-Home Test to Detect Both Influenza and COVID-19 Viruses

by on February 27, 2023 0

Last week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for the first over-the-counter (OTC) at-home diagnostic test that can differentiate and detect influenza A and B, commonly known as the flu, and SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. The Lucira COVID-19 & Flu Home Test is a single-use at-home test...

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Two Million COSORI Air Fryers Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

by on February 24, 2023 0

A recall has been issued on nearly two million Cosori air fryers after reports of hundreds claimed the product overheated and caught fire. On Thursday, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) urged consumers to immediately stop using the recalled Cosori air fryers. Atekcity Corporation, of Anaheim, Calif., is the importer, according to federal safety...

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Preliminary Super Bowl Statistics Released

by on February 23, 2023 0

The entire valley was a buzz a few weeks ago with events for Super Bowl LVII and the WM Phoenix Open. Initial data has been released and provides a general overview on how the sizeable tourism impact had on our state. The Super Bowl Host Committee estimates that nearly 300,000 people took part in the Super...

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TSA Is Prepared For Higher Passenger Volumes For Spring Break Travel Season

by on February 23, 2023 0

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is prepared for spring break travelers and offers a few travel tips for the most efficient checkpoint experience. The spring break travel season begins around Feb. 17 and continues through April 21. TSA anticipates that its Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) will screen increasing numbers of passengers at airport checkpoints...

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Authorities Arrest 350 In Human Sex Trafficking Crimes Operation In Phoenix Area  

by on February 21, 2023 0

As Arizona was in the national spotlight with the Super Bowl and the WM Phoenix Open, law enforcement, nonprofits and service providers partnered to make nearly 350 human trafficking and sex arrests. Officials and officers from nearly 25 law enforcement agencies and organizations conducted the operation between Jan. 30 and Feb 11 to deter prostitution-related...

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National Weather Service Issues a Statewide Warning For High Winds Reaching 50 mph

by on February 21, 2023 0

Batten down the hatches! The National Weather Service forecasters are warning Arizona residents a storm will be blowing into Arizona bringing at least 50 mph expected wind. Forecasters are advising residents to secure loose outdoor yard items and drivers should anticipate challenging driving conditions gusty conditions starting late Tuesday and into Wednesday. The Arizona...

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