Kristen Dalli

Reporter at ConsumerAffairs

Managing Editor, Review of Myopia Management at Jobson Medical Information

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iVeena Submits New Drug Application to FDA for Myopia Drug, IVMED-85

3 days ago | reviewofmm.com | Kristen Dalli

June 4, 2025SALT LAKE CITY — iVeena Delivery Systems has submitted an investigational new drug (IND) application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its myopia drug, IVMED-85. “Today’s announcement is an important milestone for iVeena in our journey to offer patients a novel therapeutic option,” said President and Founder, Bala Ambati, MD, PhD, MBA.
New bill targets processed foods in California school meals

3 days ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None California lawmakers have introduced new legislation that would phase out ultra-processed foods from school meals across the state. • None If passed, schools in California would be totally free from ultra-processed foods by 2032. • None The bill outlines specific guidelines that state scientists would be required to uphold when determining what foods end up in school meals.
Researchers explain how you can share antibiotic resistance with your pets

3 days ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None Pet owners can share bacteria with their pets – and vice versa, which can increase the risk of antimicrobial resistance on each side. • None Antimicrobial resistance happens when bacteria and other germs stop responding to the medications meant to kill them, making infections harder to treat. • None Pet owners are always encouraged to consult their vets with any questions about antibiotics, medication, or signs of infection in their pets.
Marijuana, in smoke or edible form, increases heart disease risks, study finds

4 days ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None A new study conducted by researchers from the University of California San Francisco found that chronic cannabis users – who either smoked or consumed THC edibles – were at a higher risk of heart health concerns. • None Marijuana smoke proved to disrupt healthy blood vessel function in otherwise healthy participants who used cannabis.
Amazon shares two updates to Pharmacy to simplify medication management

4 days ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None Amazon Pharmacy announced two new updates: the Caregiver feature and the expansion of PillPack to Medicare D customers. • None Caregivers can get access to manage their loved one’s prescriptions from their own Amazon accounts. • None PillPack pre-packages customers’ recurring prescriptions into packaging that’s labeled with the date and time, and now over 50 million people will get access to this feature.
Shipt 'Summer of Savings' runs through July 5

4 days ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None Shipt is running a month-long sale to help shoppers stock on summer favorites. • None The same-day delivery company is offering new discounts each week of the sale, with everything from groceries, Father’s Day gifts, and summer treats discounted. • None Shoppers must join Shipt to take advantage of the sale. With the summer season heating up, it’s prime time to stock up on everything you need for barbecues, traveling, and vacation.
CooperVision to Showcase Myopia Management at BCLA 2025

5 days ago | reviewofmm.com | Kristen Dalli

June 3, 2025ROCHESTER, N.Y. — CooperVision shared its plans to highlight myopia management at the 2025 BCLA Clinical Conference & Exhibition. The event runs from June 5-7 in Birmingham, England. “Our participation in this year’s BCLA centers on helping people experience life’s beautiful moments through vision.
What states have the best job opportunities?

5 days ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

A new report from MyPerfectResume is breaking down where job seekers should land for the best job opportunities across the country. The data spans the entire country and highlights the areas with the strongest job markets in a variety of fields. Additionally, Jasmine Escalera, a career expert at MyPerfectResume, shared insights on the biggest mistakes job seekers make, how to take advantage of new opportunities, and more.
Walmart makes it easier to use Medicare benefits for everyday wellness

6 days ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None Walmart shoppers who are also Medicare Advantage members can use their benefits in-store and online. • None Customers need to add their member card to their Walmart accounts to get started. • None The retailer is offering a wide range of benefits-eligible products that are all flagged for ease and convenience. Walmart has announced a new perk for Medicare customers to make the most of their benefits – and use them on a wide variety of products.
High-paying remote jobs are out there

1 week ago | consumeraffairs.com | Kristen Dalli

• None FlexJobs released a list of the top 10 highest paying fully remote jobs that are out there right now for job seekers. • None According to career expert Keith Spencer, fully remote work is still out there, though the job market continues to evolve. • None Making your application personalized to the role and company, as well as networking, are key tools to standing out in the application process. According to a new report from FlexJobs, the answer is no.