Over $21 million worth of illegal drugs recovered by State Police Friday, October 13 by Louise BennettHARRISBURG – More than $21 million worth of illegal drugs have been taken off the streets of Pennsylvania during the past three months.State Police Troopers reportedly seized more than 320 pounds of cocaine and crack cocaine valued at over $7 million, more than 2,100... Read More.
Biden administration names 10 prescription drugs for first-ever Medicare price negotiations Tuesday, August 29 by ABC News(WASHINGTON) -- The Biden administration on Tuesday unveiled the first 10 prescription drugs that will be subject to price negotiations with Medicare, marking a milestone for Democrats in their yearslong push to lower rising health care costs.The list includes Jardiance, Xarelto, Januvia, Farxiga, Entresto,... Read More.
Approximately $14 million worth of drugs removed from Pennsylvania streets Saturday, July 15 by Louise BennettHARRISBURG – Approximately $14 million worth of prohibited drugs were taken off of Pennsylvania streets by State Police during the second quarter of 2023.In a recent report, Troopers say they removed 144 pounds... Read More.
FDA approves first birth control pill for use without prescription Thursday, July 13 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- The Food and Drug Administration approved the first birth control pill in the United States that can be sold without a prescription Thursday.The progestin-only pill, called Opill, is made by French drugmaker HRA Pharma and its parent company Perrigo and the... Read More.
Australia will allow prescription MDMA and magic mushrooms for some people with mental illness Sunday, March 5 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- Australian regulators announced in February that psychiatrists will be able to prescribe psilocybin and MDMA as medication for certain mental health conditions starting July 1 of this year. The move makes Australia the first nation to approve the legal use of MDMA... Read More.
Amazon launches new prescription home delivery service: Who is eligible and how much it costs Wednesday, January 25 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- The new service, called RxPass, gives users access to 60 generic medications treating more than 80 of the most common health conditions, including high blood pressure, anxiety and acid reflux, according to Amazon.While other online pharmacies offer perks like free delivery... Read More.
Curwensville woman found in possession of prescription pills Tuesday, May 3 by Louise BennettRidgway –Drug possession charges will be filed against a Clearfield County woman who was arrested in Elk County following a traffic stop.State Police in Ridgway report that 42-year-old Amanda Royer of Curwensville was a passenger in a car pulled over for a speeding... Read More.
100,000 older adults now eligible to apply for prescription assistance Friday, February 25 by wcednewsHarrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Aging announced a new law that expands income eligibility limits for the Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the Elderly Needs Enhancement Tier (PACENET) program is now in effect. Governor Tom Wolf signed legislation into law in December 2021 that allows... Read More.
Officials urge everyone to have naloxone to combat overdose deaths Tuesday, November 23 by wcednewsPennsylvania – If you know of someone with a substance use disorder or even if you don't think you know anyone who uses narcotics, Pennsylvania officials are urging you to carry naloxone, sometimes known by its brand name Narcan.First responders have already been strongly... Read More.
Schumer says Democrats reach deal on lowering prescription drug costs Tuesday, November 2 by ABC News(WASHINGTON) -- Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Tuesday that Democrats have reached a deal on a measure aimed at lowering the cost of prescription drugs as part of President Joe Biden's "Build Back Better" package.This is one of the last major remaining hurdles... Read More.
