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DEA Extends Telemedicine Flexibilities
CDC Issues Health Advisory On Recalled Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches
Staff Contact: Sarah Willson
The DEA and HHS recently extended controlled substance telemedicine prescribing flexibilities through Dec. 31, 2024. This is the second temporary extension after issuing temporary rules in March 2023. MHA will continue to monitor and share additional details as they become available.
Staff Contact: Maria Holee
Multiple states have reported to the FDA potential cases of high blood lead levels in children consuming recalled cinnamon-containing applesauce products. The CDC issued a health advisory for clinicians and health departments to consider the possibility of illness due to lead exposure and report cases to their local health authorities.
As of Nov. 7, there are 22 cases nationwide, including in Missouri, of children ages 1 to 3 with BLLs ranging from 4 to 29 micrograms per deciliter. Signs and symptoms include headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, change in activity level and anemia.
ATTEND: HRSA Region 7 is offering a free Grants 101 Workshop on Thursday, Dec. 7, in Quincy, Ill. Topics will include the federal grant application process, finding funding opportunities, strategies for a successful application and resources to support grant writing efforts. Online registration is available.
READ: CMS issued updates to MLN Connects Provider eNews.