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Judge refuses to block sending abortion pill by mail for now, but says FDA must finish review

A federal judge Tuesday refused to block filling prescriptions for the abortion pill mifepristone by mail across the U.S. — at least for now — in a setback to Louisiana’s effort to stifle groups that send it into states where abortion is banned. U.S. District Judge David Joseph, who sits in Lafayette, Louisiana, ruled against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, who asked that U.S. Food and Drug Administration rules that allow mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail be paused while a challenge to those 2023 regulations moves through the courts. He granted the ...

What to know about donating a kidney

Currently more than 92,000 people are waiting for a kidney donation. Choosing to donate a kidney is a selfless act, and a big decision. Before you make the choice, it’s good to gather as much information as possible. Wondering what questions to ask? Start with these. 1. How can I get ...

Why organ donation matters

Every day, we move through life expecting immediacy like fast answers, quick deliveries and instant updates. For more than 100,000 people across the United States waiting for an organ transplant, time moves differently. Each hour can mean a step closer to hope. The latest data paints a clear ...

Penn College’s Dental hygiene students examine infants, veterans

WILLIAMSPORT — Pennsylvania College of Technology dental hygiene students recently took part in two unique outreach events that focused on target populations: infants and veterans. In collaboration with BLaST Intermediate Unit 17’s ELECT/EFI Teen Parenting Program, students completed ...

UPMC Allergist: Finding relief this spring

As winter finally gives way to warmer weather, many of us look forward to fresh air, blooming trees and more time outdoors. However, for thousands of people in our region, spring also marks the start of seasonal allergies, bringing on sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes and fatigue. Understanding ...

Prepping for a colonoscopy

Preparing for a colonoscopy is a lot. The liquid diet. The laxatives. The trips to the bathroom. But if it sounds like more trouble than it’s worth, think again. Here’s what to know about the process (and how to make it a little easier). What is a colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is a ...