Second-hand smoke reached 2.7 billion in 2023
An estimated 2.71 billion people worldwide, including 767 million children under age 15, were exposed to second-hand smoke in 2023, and that exposure contributed to about 1.66 million deaths, according to a Global Burden of Disease Study 2023 analysis published in The Lancet Public Health on September 7, 2026. According to the analysis, second-hand smoke […]
FDA withdraws Krazati Erbitux colorectal approval
The Food and Drug Administration has withdrawn the accelerated approval of Krazati (adagrasib) in combination with Erbitux (cetuximab) for adults with KRAS G12C-mutated locally advanced or metastatic colorectal cancer who have previously been treated with a fluoropyrimidine-, oxaliplatin-, and irinotecan-based chemotherapy regimen. The withdrawal took effect September 1, 2026, according to the FDA’s list of […]
Abbott TactiFlex Duo ablation catheter approved
The Food and Drug Administration approved Abbott’s TactiFlex Duo Ablation Catheter, Sensor Enabled, a device that combines pulsed-field ablation and radiofrequency energy in a single catheter to treat complex atrial fibrillation, according to a company announcement dated September 8, 2026. Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is an irregular heart rhythm that increases the risk of stroke […]
FDA approves Etcamah for ESR1 breast cancer
The Food and Drug Administration on September 4, 2026 granted accelerated approval to Etcamah (camizestrant) in combination with a CDK4/6 inhibitor for adults with hormone-receptor-positive, HER2-negative locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer whose tumors develop an ESR1 mutation during aromatase-inhibitor and CDK4/6-inhibitor therapy, based on an FDA-authorized test. According to the FDA drug-approval notice, this […]
Kofinas garlic olive oil recalled by FDA
LMSI LLC, doing business as Kofinas Olive Oil, is voluntarily recalling its Garlic Mediterranean Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil because the product contains a garlic essential oil that is not approved for culinary use, according to the recall notice posted by the Food and Drug Administration. The recalled product was bottled in glass bottles in […]
FDA approves RASONQUE for pancreatic cancer
The Food and Drug Administration approved RASONQUE (daraxonrasib), the first targeted therapy in a new class of RAS inhibitors, for adults with metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma who have already received at least one line of systemic therapy or who are not candidates for multiagent systemic therapy. The approval was granted to Revolution Medicines, Inc. on August […]
HHS names four permanent senior FDA leaders
The Department of Health and Human Services on September 8, 2026, named four permanent senior leaders at the Food and Drug Administration, filling the top posts at the drug, biologics, and tobacco centers and creating a new deputy commissioner role focused on technology and artificial intelligence. Michael Davis, M.D., Ph.D., moves from acting director to […]
Florence Addresses Public Health Planning for Summer Heat Events
Florence, SC — Public health officials and community planners in Florence are reinforcing strategies for managing the impacts of extreme heat as the region navigates its summer season. The emphasis is on proactive measures and clear communication channels to help residents prepare for and respond to potential heat events. Understanding how daily routines and public […]
Florence Navigates Widespread Heat Wave Amid Public Health Concerns
A widespread heat event is currently impacting large sections of the country, bringing sweltering conditions and elevating public health concerns across various sectors. The persistent extreme heat has prompted authorities and health organizations to emphasize the importance of planning for health-system strain, workplace safety, travel disruptions, and household risks. In Florence, as elsewhere, the implications […]
Florence Prepares for Summer Heat Events with Public Health Planning
Community-wide planning for extreme heat events has become a central focus for public health and municipal infrastructure in Florence and across the Pee Dee region. As temperatures consistently rise during the summer months, the coordination of resources and communication of public advisories are critical for resident safety and well-being. Extreme heat poses significant public health […]