(Manuel Balce Ceneta/AP)The Trump administration is eagerly touting some progress in combating the nation’s epidemic of drug abuse on the heels of recent findings that its drug control office is falling down on the job. But the administration is right in noting there are a few bright spots in the fight against opioid abuse. Conway said 17 states have applied for waivers that allow Medicaid to fund more beds for opioid treatment in hospitals, and the administration continually encourages others to seek the same authority. AHH, OOF and OUCH(iStock)AHH: The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first drug meant for postpartum depression. Katie MettlerReports of Breast Implant Illnesses Prompt Federal Review The Food and Drug Administration is taking another look at breast implants because of renewed safety concerns.

Source: Washington Post March 20, 2019 11:48 UTC