Scientists may have sniffed out a breakthrough when detecting Alzheimer’s. The degenerative disease, which affects millions of Americans and gradually destroys memory, thinking skills and the capacity to perform basic tasks, is still notoriously difficult to detect, especially in its initial stages. But researchers have created a breakthrough nasal swab test that can pick up early signs, … Read more
Flu and COVID and allergies, oh my! With a record-breaking flu season still underway — and spring allergies just around the corner — you may find your medicine cabinet packed to the brim with painkillers and decongestants. But a new treatment in development could be a game-changer when it comes to universal protection against a … Read more
Peak cold and flu season may be upon us, but you’ll want to take a second look at that drugstore nasal spray to clear a stuffed up nose. A recall has been initiated for more than 41,000 bottles of Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray with Xylitol due to a possible bacterial contamination. Walgreen’s voluntarily recalled the product due … Read more
Get a whiff of this nightmare. A young woman struggled for years to breathe freely after becoming hooked on a popular over-the-counter nasal spray — making it nearly impossible to quit. “I could not breathe without Afrin,” TikTok user @scaredandsobbing said in a viral clip with over 4 million views. “I was addicted to it … Read more
Your medicine cabinet could be packing more than just cold and flu relief. A groundbreaking new study found that a widely available over-the-counter nasal spray may help healthy adults fend off COVID-19. The news comes amid a late-summer surge driving up cases across the country — including in New York City. A widely available over-the-counter … Read more
Get a whiff of this. For the first time, Americans can now skip the doctor’s office and pharmacy line for their annual flu vaccine — and they can avoid needles, too. AstraZeneca’s FluMist Home program officially launches today, sending nasal flu vaccines straight to people’s homes. The flu can cause mild to severe illness and, … Read more
Spray it ain’t so! It’s bad enough you’re brushing your teeth all wrong — now it turns out you’ve also been abusing your nasal spray. “I was yesterday years old when I learned there was a wrong way to use [nasal spray] Flonase,” content creator Amber Guttilla declared in a recent viral TikTok. “I’ve been … Read more
Santa may want to invest in some health insurance for his reindeer. A symptom known as the “Rudolph Sign” can be indicative of a larger infection in humans, and it’s especially common in the colder months. Of course, there’s no bright, glowing capacity to guide a sleigh, but the Rudolph Sign is marked by a … Read more
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved ARS Pharmaceuticals’ nasal spray as the first needle-free emergency treatment for potentially fatal allergic reactions. The spray, which will be sold under the brand name neffy, is seen as an alternative to EpiPen and other autoinjectors that are filled with epinephrine, a life-saving drug used by people at … Read more
After being stuffed into an airplane cabin for a long, redeye flight from overseas, you’re finally on your way home — but first, the government wants to shove a cotton swab up your nose. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is asking passengers returning from international destinations at four U.S. airports to volunteer for … Read more
Chris Supalla, tossing and turning with a stuffy nose, was advised by several doctors that a simple nasal surgery could help him get some rest — but afterward, he lost more than sleep. “He was gasping for breath,” his mother, Mary Supalla, told The Post of her son’s waking nightmare. “He felt like a plastic … Read more
Medical experts are sharing the best options for allergy sufferers after advisers to the Food and Drug Administration recently voted against the effectiveness of a nasal decongestant found in versions of Benadryl, Mucinex and other popular over-the-counter medications. The unanimous vote on Sept. 12 declared oral forms of phenylephrine ineffective. The most popular oral decongestant … Read more
Come on Barbie, let’s go … exploit the film’s success for profit. The wildly popular “Barbie” movie has inspired a cultural style phenomenon that sees entrepreneurs and con artists alike racing to take advantage of the highly merchandised brand. The film, directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling as Barbie and … Read more
The Food and Drug Administration approved Wednesday the first over-the-counter nasal spray that rapidly reverses the effects of opioid overdose. Narcan, a 4mg naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray, will not require a prescription and will be available in supermarkets, convenience and drug stores, gas stations, vending machines and online. “Today’s approval of OTC naloxone nasal spray … Read more
Viagra could soon be getting some very stiff competition. Researchers in Australia claim to have developed a nasal spray to combat erectile dysfunction — and it could be rolled out to American consumers within two years. The spray-to-play product reportedly works in as little as five minutes, meaning it could be a bedroom game-changer for … Read more
People suffering from migraines will soon have access to pain relief in the form of a nasal spray. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist nasal spray intended to treat migraines in adults. Pfizer produces the medication, called Zavzpret. It works by blocking CGRPs, a … Read more