Researchers combat Zika-associated fetal abnormalities using microRNA

Before SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19, there was the Zika virus epidemic, lasting from 2015 to 2016. The Zika virus can cause serious birth defects and abnormalities. During the epidemic, one of the most striking results of Zika virus in pregnant women was the increase in offspring suffering from microcephaly, a fetal growth restriction that can result in abnormal brain development.

Q&A: Why are ineffective oral decongestants still on store shelves?

A Food and Drug Administration advisory panel concluded last week that the decongestant phenylephrine, contained in many over-the-counter cold remedies—including some formulations of popular brands like Sudafed, Tylenol, and Nyquil—is ineffective when taken orally. The finding potentially upsets a significant part of the over-the-counter market for cold and flu remedies as summer fades, and the cold and flu season approaches.

Save billions or stick with Humira? Drug brokers steer Americans to the costly choice

Tennessee last year spent $48 million on a single drug, Humira—about $62,000 for each of the 775 patients who were covered by its employee health insurance program and receiving the treatment. So when nine Humira knockoffs, known as biosimilars, hit the market for as little as $995 a month, the opportunity for savings appeared ample and immediate.

Dodia warns of fuel price surge, calls for caution from gov’t

By RUTH YAMBAYAMBA

ECONOMIST Yusuf Dodia has urged Government to put in place short term measures that will cushion the fuel pump prices as Brent crude oil surges towards $100 per barrel to protect citizens from further inflationary pressure.

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