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Sanofi is shipping BEYFORTUS doses in the US to ensure every eligible baby has access to immunization against RSV. A new filling line for BEYFORTUS has been approved by the FDA to expand manufacturing capacity. BEYFORTUS is the first long-acting monoclonal antibody for preventing RSV lower respiratory tract disease in newborns and infants up to 24 months.

Sanofi ships BEYFORTUS doses in the US to protect eligible babies against RSV, with a new FDA-approved filling line expanding manufacturing capacity. BEYFORTUS is the first long-acting monoclonal antibody for RSV prevention in newborns and infants up to 24 months.

A new 10-minute AI-powered blood test, IntelliSep, may soon be available in hospitals to diagnose sepsis, potentially saving lives by providing rapid and reliable detection.

A third of cinnamon powders tested by Consumer Reports contained high lead levels, prompting concerns about FDA's lack of limits for heavy metals in spices. Lead exposure, especially in children and pregnant women, can cause developmental delays and learning problems.

FDA requires mammogram facilities to inform patients about breast density, aiding cancer risk understanding and potential additional testing needs, though insurance coverage for such tests remains inconsistent.

WHO prequalified MVA-BN as the first mpox vaccine, aiming to boost access and contain outbreaks. Bavarian Nordic plans to supply 10 million doses by 2025. The vaccine is 99.2% effective after two doses, according to CDC data.

Dupilumab, a new drug for COPD, significantly reduces symptoms and improves lung function, awaiting NHS approval.

Research on gut microbiome's role in cancer prognosis and immunotherapy response has advanced significantly, identifying specific bacterial species like _Akkermansia muciniphila_ and _Faecalibacterium prausnitzii_ as beneficial. Challenges include determining bacterial significance and creating response scores. Developments such as PCR chips and charcoal capsules aim to mitigate antibiotic-induced dysbiosis, while fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) shows promise in enhancing immunotherapy efficacy. Dietary interventions, like increased fiber intake, also influence microbiome and survival outcomes, emphasizing the potential for microbiome analysis to personalize cancer treatment.

Free Narcan vending machines launching in Deep Ellum, aiming to reduce opioid overdoses. By year's end, over 30 machines will be placed. Narcan, an opioid antagonist, temporarily reverses overdoses and is now available over-the-counter. Naloxone, the active ingredient in Narcan, works for 30-90 minutes, requiring immediate medical attention post-use. Fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid, remains a significant threat, with 'rainbow fentanyl' targeting young adults.