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Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:53:24 GMT

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Schizophrenia and nausea drugs recalled after labeling mix-up

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:53:24 GMT

LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WRIC) – The Harvard Drug Group has recalled a single lot of the drugs Dronabinol and Ziprasidone Hydrochloride after labels on the two drugs were mixed up. During the distribution process, it was discovered that cartons labeled as Ziprasidone Hydrochloride actually contained packages labeled as and containing Dronabinol, according to the Food and Drug Administration.Ziprasidone Hydrochloride is used for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, while Dronabinol is frequently used to treat nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite in chemotherapy and AIDS patients. Strawberry products sold in 32 states recalled over Hepatitis A risks Patients who mistakenly take a dose of Dronabinol instead of Ziprasidone Hydrochloride can experience worsening symptoms of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, including agitation, aggression, delirium and self-harm. Older people may be "particularly at risk.""Taking an unexpected dose of Dronabinol may cause mental and cognit...

The best days to fly around the Fourth of July

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:53:24 GMT

(NerdWallet) - If Memorial Day 2023 was any indication, travelers should brace for big Fourth of July crowds at airports. On the Friday of Memorial Day weekend, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screened roughly 2.7 million people at U.S. airports, the highest checkpoint volume thus far in 2023.And summer travel is only just getting started. In 2019, the Friday before Memorial Day was the third-busiest day at U.S. airports for the entire year, losing only to the Sunday after Thanksgiving and the Sunday after July Fourth. This may indicate that airports could be even busier around Independence Day than Memorial Day weekend.Making Fourth of July travel predictions is tricky this year because the holiday falls midweek, on a Tuesday. Some folks may take Monday off to enjoy a long weekend, while others may save their vacation time for a different holiday.With that in mind, here’s some guidance around booking July Fourth weekend air travel and how you might be able to avoid...

FOUND: Man missing from North Side found

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:53:24 GMT

CHICAGO -- A 58-year-old man who was missing since Monday has been found. The man was reported missing from the 1300 block of West Winona Street on Chicago's North Side on Monday, June 12. Search underway for missing elderly man who may need medical attention

Survey: Many companies unprepared for pregnancy protections

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:53:24 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – A recent survey of large companies found many were not prepared for a new law requiring protections for pregnant workers. According to the AbsenceSoft survey of companies with more than 5,000 employees, 43% said they were not familiar or only somewhat familiar with the Pregnant Worker's Fairness Act. 50% of employers said their human resources department was "either not at all prepared or only just starting to prepare" for PWFA which goes into effect June 27. 72% of employers told the survey they anticipated an increase in accommodation requests related to pregnancy. According to AbsenceSoft, most large companies are prepared to accommodate pregnant workers with job modifications and flexible hours but only 44% were prepared to offer reduced standing and lifting, 38% were prepared to offer additional break times, and 37% were prepared to offer remote or hybrid work. According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website, the law "requires covered employers ...

Health insurer Empire BlueCross changing its name

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:53:24 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The health insurance company known as Empire BlueCross in upstate New York, and Empire BlueCross BlueShield in downstate, is changing its name. The company will soon be called Anthem Blue Cross and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, respectively. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Empire said it offers one in three Americans access to healthcare. The company joined Anthem in 2006, which operates in 13 states in addition to New York. “The Anthem name has become synonymous with a commitment to whole health and better represents our commitment to materially and measurably improve the health of all we serve,” said Victor DeStefano, interim president of Empire BlueCross BlueShield. “At the heart of what we do is provide access to healthcare through our best-in-class networks. Our work continues by removing barriers to care and simplifying the healthcare experience for each person we serve, which is consiste...

Grant Cottage reopens June 17 after installing fire suppression system

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:53:24 GMT

WILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Grant Cottage in Saratoga County is set to reopen Saturday after an extensive preservation project inside the building. Grant Cottage was the final home of the 18th president of the United States of America, Ulysses S. Grant.The cottage for closed while an advanced fire suppression system was installed. It was the first the furnishings in the cottage were removed from the building since 1885. History comes alive this summer at Grant Cottage "We had no furniture in it for the last nine months because we were able to put in a fire suppression system unlike virtually any other historic house in the country,” said Beth J. Merrill, the executive director of the U.S. Grant Cottage State Historic Site.Besides house tours, there are a variety of ways to soak up the history of the historic site. Want to explore nature in a scenic place? The Mt. McGregor Hidden History Tour involves continuous hiking over varied terrain for approximately 1 mile. Adequate footwear and...

Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Flag Day parade rescheduled

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:53:24 GMT

BALLSTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Flag Day parade has been rescheduled after it was initially canceled on its original date of June 8. The parade will now take place on Thursday, July 6. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Flag Day parade was originally canceled due to the poor air quality in the Capital Region caused by the Canadian wildfires. The air quality in the area has since improved over the last week.The parade takes place along Route 50 in Burnt Hills. The CAPTAIN Route 50 Mile race kicks off at 6:50 p.m., with the parade at 7 p.m. and fireworks following after. The annual parade began in June 2002, the fireworks were added in 2004, and the road race began in 2009. Burnt Hills pizzeria permanently closes its doors A portion of Route 50 will be closed to traffic from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. that day. If your organization had previously registered to participate, the Flag Day parade committee as...

Car crashes into building near North Riverfront

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:53:24 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- A driver crashed a car into the side of a building early this morning near the north riverfront. It happened at about 2 a.m. on North Broadway at Penrose Street. The building is home to the "plastic molding company." At least one person in the car is injured.

St. Louis group and Fox 2 provide school supplies

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:53:24 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- A St. Louis group is already working towards assisting children in the local area to approach the upcoming school year in August with confidence and self-esteem. Fox 2 is actively supporting this cause by collaborating with the National Council of Jewish Women, located on North Lindbergh in St. Louis. The group is currently organizing school supplies for distribution to children in the area during August. As part of our founder's day of caring, Fox 2 is lending a hand by assisting in sorting and packaging these supplies. This initiative is made possible by our ownership group, Nexstar, who aims to support various organizations within our community.