A “tridemic” of respiratory issues are currently causing a shortage of a commonly used antibiotics for children, as well as some over-the-counter cold medications. The shortage is expected to last for several weeks to months in some cases. Doctors urge parents to exercise caution in substituting other medications for these drugs on their own. The
You might have noticed that it’s been increasingly difficult to find your go-to brand of tampons at the store lately. I recently sent my husband to our local CVS to buy a box, and even equipped him with pictures of the specific type I wanted. When he returned with a totally different product than I
Supply chain issues, labor shortages and the recent formula recall have exacerbated the current infant formula shortage in the United States. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said it’s working with US manufacturers to increase their output and streamlining paperwork to allow more imports in efforts to combat the shortage. Families who are having
Searches for homemade baby formula recipes are spiking online in light of the recent infant formula shortage. Pediatricians and registered dietitians warn against making your own baby formula at home, citing serious life-threatening health complications. Speak with your pediatrician’s office if you are in need of formula or are considering switching to a different type
