Doctors Warn: Food Allergies Can Pop Up In Products You'd Least Expect
Here's a warning for parents of children with severe food allergies: Sometimes exposure can come from the most unexpected places. Would you believe finger paint?
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Allergy Patients Anxious As EpiPen Shortage Continues
Many pharmacies around the city and country are coming up short when they type in a search for EpiPen, the device that treats life threatening allergic reactions.
New Generic Alternative To Pricey EpiPens Wins FDA Approval
The FDA has approved the first independent generic version of the EpiPen, a welcome development against escalating drug prices.
EXCLUSIVE: Family Of Toddler Who Died In NYC Daycare React To Food Allergy Ruling
Last November, three-year-old Elijah Silvera died after an allergic reaction at his preschool in Harlem. For the boy's father, every day since then has been a battle.
Potential Defect Prompts Mylan EpiPen Recall
The recall affects 13 kinds of EpiPen and EpiPen Jr. devices that were distributed between December 17, 2015 and July 1, 2016.
Mylan Issues EpiPen Recall Due To Potential Defect
The recall affects 13 kinds of EpiPen and EpiPen Jr. devices that were distributed between December 17, 2015 and July 1, 2016.
Dr. Max Gomez Takes A Look At Cheaper Alternatives To EpiPens
National outrage over the skyrocketing price of EpiPens has prompted people to look for cheaper alternatives.
Mylan CEO Defends EpiPen Prices In Face Of Congressional Grilling
In prepared testimony for Congress, CEO Heather Bresch says she believes Mylan has struck a balance between price and access to the drug.
New York Attorney General Launches Investigation Into EpiPen Maker
New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is investigating the maker of EpiPen following a major outcry over the recent price surge of the potentially life-saving allergy medication.
Amid Criticism, Mylan Launching Generic $300 Version Of EpiPen
Myland N.V. said that it anticipates having the generic versions available in the next several weeks. It will continue to market and distribute branded EpiPen.
Mylan Says It Will Expand Programs That Lower EpiPen Costs
Mylan N.V. said Thursday that the patient cost will be reduced through a savings card that will cover up to $300 for an EpiPen 2-Pak.
Lawmakers Raise Concerns Over Price Surge Of EpiPens
The EpiPen two pack that cost about $100 six years ago now sells for $600. That's nearly 500 percent increase and there's no other alternative as a generic option does not exist.
Rising Prices Make EpiPens A Costly Necessity For Families With Severe Food Allergies
Nearly one out of every thirteen children has a food allergy, and for many parents EpiPens are life savers.
Sanofi Recalls All Auvi-Q Epinephrine Injectors Used For Allergic Reactions
Sanofi is recalling hundreds of thousands of epinephrine injectors used to treat severe allergic reactions because they may not deliver the correct amount of the life-saving drug.
Suffolk County Police Officer Saves Boy During Severe Allergic Reaction
A Suffolk County police officer came to the rescue this week, using an epipen to save a 12-year-old boy suffering from a severe allergic reaction.
Dr. Max Gomez: New Federal Law Urges Schools To Stock Up On EpiPens
A new federal law that will take effect in 2014 urges schools to stock up on EpiPens to protect children who suffer from severe food allergies.
Following Son's Death, L.I. Family Urges Parents To Come Up With Food Allergy Plan
Giovanni Cipriano,14, had an anaphylactic reaction to eating trail mix he didn't know contained peanuts. Gio slipped into a coma, was on life support for weeks and died last month.
Long Island Mom Fights To Get EpiPens In All Schools
A nearly tragic incident has prompted one Long Island mother's crusade, WCBS 880's Sophia Hall reported.
HealthWatch: Insect Stings
Summer weekends often mean insect stings. For most people, those bug bites are a nuisance, but for millions, they can be life-threatening, Dr. Max Gomez reports.
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Gramercy Park smoke shop robbery suspects caught on video
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Rudy Giuliani on being slapped on the back while campaigning in Staten Island: "As if a boulder hit me"
Surveillance video shows the encounter inside a ShopRite store on Staten Island.
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Supreme Court sides with football coach who lost his job for praying after games
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