May 20, 2013: Revised Sunscreen Labels Should Help Consumers Make Wiser Choices
New survey finds 1 in 7 products still claim an 'SPF' rating of 50 or higher

May 16, 2013: Xofigo Approved for Prostate Cancer
When disease has spread to the bones

May 16, 2013: Test Approved to Detect Faulty Lung Cancer Gene
Gene present in 10 percent of NSCLC cases

May 15, 2013: Simponi Approved for Ulcerative Colitis
Blocks process that contributes to abnormal inflammation

May 15, 2013: FDA: Lower Ambien's Dose to Prevent Drowsy Driving
Blood levels from nighttime dose of sleep aid can remain too high the next morning, agency says

May 15, 2013: FDA Approves New Drug to Fight Advanced Prostate Cancer
Xofigo was fast-tracked for approval and is meant for tumors that have spread to the bones

May 10, 2013: Breo Ellipta Approved for COPD
Respiratory disease is the third-leading cause of death in U.S.

May 06, 2013: FDA Warns Pregnant Women About Migraine Drugs
Medicines containing valproate linked to lower IQs in children, agency says

May 06, 2013: FDA Proposes Tougher Warnings for Tanning Beds
But stops short of ban for those younger than 18, as advisory panel had recommended

May 02, 2013: Lipsticks, Glosses Contain Toxic Metals: Report
Children should not play with these products, researcher says

May 02, 2013: White House to Challenge Ruling on Unlimited Access to 'Morning-After' Pill
Move follows FDA decision that only women 15 or older could get emergency contraceptive without prescription

May 01, 2013: Obama Administration to Challenge Judge's Ruling on 'Morning-After' Pill
Move follows FDA ruling that females aged 15 or older could get Plan B drug without a prescription

May 01, 2013: Antibiotic Azithromycin Won't Harm Healthy Hearts: Study
Researchers found no increased death risk in those free of cardiovascular disease

May 01, 2013: Plan B Pill Approved for Sale Without a Prescription
For females aged 15 and older

May 01, 2013: FDA Approves 'Morning-After' Pill Without a Prescription
Females aged 15 or older to gain access to Plan B drug over-the-counter

April 30, 2013: Kcentra Approved to Stop Severe Bleeding in Heart Patients
Can be given faster than plasma

April 25, 2013: Soaring Prices Keep Leukemia Drugs From Patients, Experts Say
$100,000-a-year meds seen as obstacle to treatment

April 22, 2013: U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to New Cigarette Labeling
But ruling from another court could still delay or thwart use of graphic anti-smoking images

April 17, 2013: FDA Approves 'Abuse-Deterrent' Label for New Oxycontin
Latest formulation is tougher to crush and dissolve, making illicit use more difficult

April 15, 2013: FDA Warns Against Sale of Sports Supplements in U.S.
Dangerous stimulant DMAA is sold under variety of ingredient names, agency says

April 10, 2013: Drug Company Reps Don't Tell Docs Enough About Side Effects: Survey
Many U.S., Canadian and French physicians prescribed the promoted meds anyway

April 09, 2013: Diclegis Approved for Morning Sickness
Among pregnant women who haven't responded to other treatments

April 09, 2013: FDA Allows Return of Drug for Morning Sickness
Safety issues resolved, experts say Diclegis' return is long overdue

April 05, 2013: Judge: Make Morning-After Pill Available to All Females
Until now, girls 16 and younger needed a prescription for the emergency contraception

April 01, 2013: FDA Gives Nod to Longer Use of Nicotine Patch, Gum
Little danger of addiction or abuse seen after years on the market

April 01, 2013: New Drug Approved for Type 2 Diabetes
Invokana blocks reabsorption of glucose by the kidneys

March 29, 2013: FDA Approves 1st in New Class of Type 2 Diabetes Drugs
Invokana works by blocking reabsorption of glucose in body

March 28, 2013: Tecfidera Approved for Multiple Sclerosis
Helps prevent relapses

March 28, 2013: FDA Approves New Multiple Sclerosis Drug
Tecfidera a 'welcome addition' for patients battling the neurological disease, one expert said

March 26, 2013: Oral Allergy Treatment May Ease Asthma, Hay Fever, Study Finds
This under-the-tongue alternative to shots is used in Europe, but not approved in U.S.

March 26, 2013: Battery-Operated Skin Patch Offers New Option for Migraine Sufferers
FDA recently approved Zecuity patch to treat the painful headaches

March 26, 2013: Temporary Tattoos May Leave Permanent Damage
As spring break nears, FDA warns that seemingly harmless lark might blister, scar skin

March 25, 2013: Inhaler Approved for Cystic Fibrosis Patients
Antibiotic device treats Pseudomonas aeruginosa lung infections

March 22, 2013: FDA Proposes Tighter Regulation of Public Defibrillators
Agency isn't recalling the cardiac-arrest devices, but wants to require pre-market approval

March 21, 2013: Dotarem Approved for Nervous System MRIs
Contrast agent helps doctors view brain and spine

March 20, 2013: U.S. Abandons Effort to Place Graphic Labeling on Cigarettes
Court challenges to the proposals will not be sent to Supreme Court, Justice Department says

March 14, 2013: FDA Wants to Relax Approval Process for Alzheimer's Drugs
Agency points to need for medications that could prevent, slow disease in an aging population

March 13, 2013: Lymphoseek Approved to Help Locate Lymph Nodes
Among people with certain cancers

March 12, 2013: FDA Renews Heart-Risk Warning for Antibiotic
Some may develop fatal heart rhythms when taking azithromycin, agency says

March 06, 2013: Steer Clear of 'Miracle Cures,' Other Bogus Health Products: FDA
Some can cause serious harm, agency warns

February 27, 2013: Before Deciding on Breast Implants, Consider FDA Precautions
First, realize that future surgeries are likely, agency says

February 26, 2013: FDA Approves Drug for Older Women Experiencing Painful Sex
Osphena taken for 12 weeks found safe, effective in reducing discomfort

February 25, 2013: Without Laws, Many Tanning Salons Would Allow Kids: Study
Missouri survey found operators often misrepresent indoor tanning as safe, even healthy

February 22, 2013: Plastics Chemical BPA Common in 'Preemie' ICU: Study
Banned in sippy cups and baby bottles, it's present in hospital equipment; health risk unclear

February 21, 2013: Codeine Risky for Kids After Certain Surgeries, FDA Says
10 deaths, 3 overdoses reported following removal of tonsils or adenoids

February 21, 2013: Salmonella Fears Spur Major Recall of Pet Treats
Brands such as Colorado Naturals, Nature's Deli are included

February 15, 2013: Hemorrhoids Are Common, Preventable and Treatable
They're the U.S. health subject most searched for online, FDA reports

February 15, 2013: Proscar Won't Boost Prostate Cancer Survival, Study Finds
Drug does appear to reduce diagnosis of the disease, researchers say

February 14, 2013: FDA Approves 'Bionic Eye' to Help Against Rare Vision Disorder
First-of-its-kind approval may herald new era in fight against blindness, experts say

February 14, 2013: Retinal Implant Approved for Inherited Eye Disease
Advanced retinitis pigmentosa