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February 10, 2012:
Many Gay Men Would Support 'Home HIV Test': Study
Not yet approved for public use, it picks up AIDS virus in later stages of infection
February 08, 2012:
Prescription Shampoo Approved to Treat Head Lice
Sklice is sanctioned for children as young as six months
February 07, 2012:
Kids' Diarrhea Vaccine Appears Safe After All: Study
Risk of intestinal side effect didn't rise; children should be vaccinated, experts say
February 06, 2012:
Antidepressants May Not Raise Suicide Risk in Youth: Study
Despite 'black box warning' for drugs such as Prozac, no increase -- or decrease -- was found
February 02, 2012:
It's 'Buyer Beware' When Getting Statins Off the Internet
Safety information, side-effect warnings are often lacking, British study finds
February 02, 2012:
If Your Dining Partner Overeats, So May You
In study, women mimicked eating behavior of new acquaintances, matching them bite for bite
February 01, 2012:
Gleevec Approval Widened to Include Rare Cancer
CD117-positive gastrointestinal stromal tumors
January 31, 2012:
FDA OKs Drug That Targets Rare Form of Cystic Fibrosis
Therapy zeroes in on defective protein, agency says
January 31, 2012:
Kalydeco Approved to Treat Rare Form of Cystic Fibrosis
First drug to target underlying cause of chronic disease
January 30, 2012:
First Drug Ok'd to Combat Spreading Basal Cell Skin Cancer
Pill is intended for advanced cases or those unsuitable for surgery, radiation
January 30, 2012:
Erivedge Approved to Treat Basal Cell Carinoma
The most common skin cancer
January 27, 2012:
Bydureon Approved for Type 2 Diabetes
A once-weekly injection
January 27, 2012:
Drug Approved for Advanced Kidney Cancer
Inlyta is for people who don't respond to another drug
January 20, 2012:
First Test Approved to Help Detect Risk of Rare Brain Infection
Among users of the drug Tysabri
January 18, 2012:
Voraxaze Approved to Treat High Levels of Chemo Drug
Blood amounts can rise due to kidney failure
January 17, 2012:
FDA to Weigh Safety of Tobacco Lozenges, Strips
Experts fear candy-like products could put children at risk for nicotine addiction, poisoning
January 16, 2012:
Pediatricians Split on Heart Tests Before Kids' ADHD Meds
About 15 percent order EKGs; recent studies say drugs don't pose heart risk
January 16, 2012:
Endovascular Graft Approved for Tears of Aorta
The body's largest artery
January 09, 2012:
FDA Warns of Painkiller Mix-Up at Nebraska Plant
Small chance that prescription narcotic painkillers, over-the-counter meds were mingled together
January 09, 2012:
Nicotine Patches, Gums Won't Help Smokers Quit Long-Term: Study
Researchers say finding underscores real-world challenges facing those looking to quit
January 04, 2012:
FDA Curbs Use of Certain Antibiotics in Livestock, Poultry
Move stems from fears of drug-resistant bacteria that could pose threat to humans
January 03, 2012:
Pneumonia Vaccine Approved for Older People
Prevnar 13 shot sanctioned for people 50 and up
December 28, 2011:
Avastin May Help Some With Ovarian Cancer: Studies
Survival without disease getting worse rose slightly, but benefit on overall survival remains unclear
December 21, 2011:
Isentress Approval Expanded to Include Children and Teens
To combat AIDS-causing virus
December 20, 2011:
Edarbyclor Approved for High Blood Pressure
Condition affects about 1 in 3 Americans
December 16, 2011:
New Device Approved for Children With Heart Failure
To be used until donor heart can be found
December 16, 2011:
FDA Seeks to Get More Women Into Trials of Medical Devices
One study found women accounted for only one-third of those in major trials
December 12, 2011:
FDA Panel Cites Clot Risk From Contraceptive Patch
Advisory group recommends Ortho Evra remain available, but with warning on label
December 07, 2011:
U.S. Health Secretary Says 'No' to Morning-After Pill for Younger Teens
FDA was ready to make Plan B available to girls under 16 without a prescription
December 07, 2011:
FDA Panels to Weigh Safety of Newer Forms of the 'Pill'
They will consider new warning labels about increased risk of blood clots linked to contraceptives
December 06, 2011:
Hormone Drugs Might Not Raise Heart-Related Deaths in Prostate Patients
But those with a history of heart disease, stroke may be at higher risk, researchers caution
December 06, 2011:
FDA Targets Homeopathic Weight Loss Products
Agency says there's no proof the remedies work, and associated diet may cause harm
December 01, 2011:
FDA Moves to Speed Development of Artificial Pancreas Systems
Agency suggests more flexible requirements for clinical trials leading to approval
December 01, 2011:
First Generic Lipitor Approved
Widely used statin drug helps lower bad cholesterol
November 30, 2011:
Arsenic Detected in Apple, Grape Juice Samples
Levels of the element exceeded safe limits established for drinking water, Consumer Reports says
November 23, 2011:
Merck to Pay $950M to Settle Probe of Vioxx Marketing
Controversial painkiller was pulled from the market in 2004 due to heightened heart attack, stroke risk
November 18, 2011:
FDA Revokes Approval of Avastin for Breast Cancer
Agency says safety and effectiveness of the drug for this purpose hasn't been proven
November 18, 2011:
Erwinaze Approved for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
A rare form of blood cancer
November 16, 2011:
Jakafi Approved for Rare Bone-Marrow Disease
First drug in U.S. sanctioned for myelofibrosis
November 11, 2011:
FDA Approves First Umbilical Cord Blood Product
Hemacord stem cell product sanctioned for certain blood cancers and related disorders
November 07, 2011:
Judge Blocks FDA Plan for Graphic Cigarette Warnings
Images of diseased body parts are designed to be part of packaging
November 07, 2011:
Erbitux Approval Expanded to Include Head and Neck Cancer
Most common in men, people older than 50
November 04, 2011:
Buyer, Beware of Over-the-Counter Thyroid Supplements: Study
Study found wide variation in ingredients, dosages
November 04, 2011:
Xarelto Approved to Prevent Stroke in People With Abnormal Heartbeat
Atrial fibrillation affects more than 2 million Americans
November 04, 2011:
Drugs to Make You Look Beautiful -- But at What Price?
Pill to prevent gray hair might be next in 'lifestyle' drug pipeline
November 03, 2011:
Artificial Heart Valve Doesn't Require Open-Heart Surgery
Implanted via catheter
November 02, 2011:
Device Approved to Remedy Abdominal Aneurysms
In people with smaller arteries
November 02, 2011:
MelaFind Device Approved to Detect Melanoma
A deadly form of skin cancer
October 31, 2011:
Exparel Approved for Post-Surgery Pain
Provides relief up to 72 hours
October 31, 2011:
Obama Acts to Ease U.S. Drug Shortages
Executive order signed in response to tripling of prescription drug shortages
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