This week on Weapons and Warfare, host Ryan Robertson sits down with former naval aviator Matthew Buckley to explore an innovative approach to addressing the silent battle many veterans face: PTSD. Buckley shares his journey and the groundbreaking mission he has undertaken to help fellow veterans heal through psychedelic-assisted therapy. Robertson and Buckley delve into…

Every January, gyms fill with determined people eager to start fresh workout routines. But by February, many find themselves swapping protein shakes for painkillers. A study reported by The Daily Sentinel highlights how January’s fitness resolutions often lead to February injuries. Research from High Rise Financial analyzed data from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)…

The Food and Drug Administration approved a new type of pain reliever for the first time in decades. It’s a new drug that could help combat America’s opioid crisis. On Thursday, Jan. 30, the agency signed off on Journavx, otherwise known as suzetrigine, to treat short-term pain that often follows surgery or injuries. The newly…

The weight loss and diabetes drug making headlines has now expanded its coverage, the Food and Drug Administration has given Ozempic the green light to treat chronic kidney disease. Ozempic has gained the reputation of being a weight loss booster, but it’s expanding its health benefits once again. FDA grants approval for Ozempic to treat…

A watershed moment in medical history occurred on Saturday, Jan. 25, as an Alabama woman became the longest-living pig organ recipient ever. Towana Looney is reportedly healthy and living a normal life with her new pig kidney at more than 60 days and counting after her transplant. Groundbreaking milestone “We’re hitting a really important milestone,”…

A Texas judge has given new momentum to a legal battle over mifepristone, the widely used abortion pill, by allowing a lawsuit challenging it to move forward. Attorneys general from Idaho, Missouri and Kansas filed a lawsuit aimed at limiting how mifepristone is prescribed and distributed. States Challenge Mifepristone’s Use and Distribution The states argue…

The Justice Department is suing Walgreens, claiming that since 2012, pharmacists have filled millions of prescriptions for controlled substances that lacked a legitimate medical purpose or were not valid. The federal government accuses Walgreens pharmacists of violating the Controlled Substances Act, as well as the False Claims Act. The head of the Justice Department’s Civil…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has officially approved nicotine pouches from ZYN, deeming them safer than traditional cigarettes and lower in health risks. The decision made on Thursday, Jan. 16, marks a significant win for ZYN, allowing it to remain on the market. After a scientific review, the FDA approved 20 new ZYN products.…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is taking steps to remove the synthetic dye Red No. 3 from food and beverages, decades after it was linked to cancer risks. Originally approved in 1907, the additive has been a staple in many popular foods, including candy, cereal, cherries and dietary supplements. In 1980, studies raised alarms…

The Food and Drug Administration wants new food warning labels on the front of food packaging and boxes so that consumers can make healthier choices. The FDA proposed a nutrition information box that includes information about saturated fats, sodium and added sugars. Food manufacturers would be required to put the labels on the front of…