December 08, 2025

Hypothyroidism And The New FDA Ruling | Saving A Life: How To Reverse An Overdose

23 minutes

Hypothyroidism And The New FDA Ruling

The thyroid gland plays a vital role in regulating key body functions, but when it’s dysregulated, the typical treatment involves synthetic T4 and T3. A small number of patients still use desiccated thyroid extract derived from animals, but the FDA plans to phase it out due to safety and dosing concerns. Our experts explain why patients are still using DTE and why they’re being transitioned to other options.

Saving A Life: How To Reverse An Overdose

Many people know what to do in emergencies like fires or animal encounters, but far fewer understand how to respond to an opioid overdose. A nonprofit is teaching the public to recognize key signs of an overdose and use tools like naloxone and fentanyl test strips to save lives. As education and access expand, the goal is to make harm reduction strategies as familiar as any other life-saving precaution.

Medical Notes: Why You Should Spend More Time On Your Phone, The Dangers Of Kids Playing Tackle Football, And How Light Therapy Can Mend Your Heart

Are sound waves the next big thing in cancer treatment? Tackle football isn’t as kid-friendly as you think. Why you may want to spend more time on your phone. Light therapy could mend your heart.

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By Elizabeth Westfield, Greg Johnson, Maayan Voss de Bettancourt | AURN

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