Posted 12/29/2023, 11:05:27 AM
Major Medical Advancements: New Vaccines, Gene Therapy, OTC Birth Control; Insights Into Morning Sickness and Alzheimer's
- New RSV vaccines approved for older adults and pregnant women, providing protection for babies
- First CRISPR gene-editing therapy approved to treat sickle cell disease
- Over-the-counter birth control pill approved, expanding access to contraception
- Possible cause of morning sickness linked to hormone produced by fetus
- First Alzheimer's drug fully approved by FDA shown to slow cognitive decline