Zika virus: FDA recommends ban on blood collections from affected areas

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recommended that blood no longer be collected from regions where the Zika virus is circulating, and that blood needed for transfusions be obtained from areas of the United States without active transmission. The agency said blood banks can continue collecting and preparing platelets and plasma if an FDA-approved pathogen-reduction technology is used. Current pathogen-reduction technology is not approved to treat whole red blood. Feb 17, 2016

New York Fashion Week: Rihanna says Fenty Puma range is for every girl

Pop star Rihanna unveiled the first collection in her new line with Puma at New York Fashion Week: The Shows on 12 February. The line bares the 27-year-olds last name, Fenty Puma by Rihanna, and is described as being a mix of Japanese street wear with a gothic undertone. The singer said teaming up with the athletic company was the perfect fit. Feb 13, 2016

New York Fashion Week: Bloggers earn front row respect

Walkways become runways as lights prepare to shine on designers 2016 fall/winter collections at New York Fashion: The Shows. With just days away from the first look hitting the catwalk, fashion insiders are preparing to see what will be trending in the fashion world. Over the past few years technology has had a hand in changing the guest list at fashion week from the fashion elite to now include social media stars who have proven they deserve to sit front row. Feb 10, 2016