As humans age, we become more susceptible to cancers and other diseases. That puts a sort of upper limit on how long human bodies can last. Bowhead whales, however, have found a way to stick around ...
Botox was like going for coffee – I had no idea what went into my body
For Lizzie Day, having Botox was as much a part of her routine as getting her morning coffee. It was only when a doctor friend raised concerns about a "fat-dissolving" treatment she was using that the ...
FDA’s Botox Warning Targets Websites With Unapproved Products
The first botulinum toxin product, onabotulinumtoxinA, was approved by the FDA in 1989. Since then, FDA has approved several competing versions, including abobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) and incobotulinumtoxinA (Xeomin).
Afraid of needles? Tips to ease your anxiety whether you’re drawing blood, getting an injection or doing Botox
It’s not personal if the nurse isn’t using the thinnest needle on you. Find out why certain needle thicknesses are needed and how you can make the procedure less painful.
FDA warns websites selling fake or unapproved forms of Botox, similar drugs
The FDA has sent warning letters to 18 websites selling counterfeit or unapproved versions of Botox and similar injectable drugs commonly used to smooth wrinkles.
Botox warning issued by FDA after cases of rare disease identified
Botulinum toxin, commonly called Botox, is used to temporarily reduce wrinkles by paralyzing facial muscles. While it is considered safe, unapproved injections or counterfeit injections can come with ...
FDA warns websites selling unapproved Botox for cosmetic purposes
U.S. health regulators on Wednesday sent warning letters to 18 websites selling counterfeit or unapproved versions of Botox and similar injectable drugs commonly used to smooth wrinkles. The Food and ...
Botox boom: Florida millennials almost matching Gen X shot for shot
Axios Visuals The Botox gap between millennials and Gen X is shrinking in Florida and nationwide, according to Qsight data shared with Axios. Why it matters: Botox appointments are becoming about as ...
The Botox Alternative Changing How We Slim and Shape the Nose
Tired of Botox and fillers that don’t deliver? Xeomin is emerging as a safer, cleaner neurotoxin that’s redefining non-surgical nose contouring.