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September 08, 2010:
Statins May Guard Against Rheumatoid Arthritis
Study showed only an association between the two, expert notes
September 03, 2010:
Long-Term Use of Bone Drugs May Be Linked to Esophageal Cancer
5 years of meds such as Boniva, Fosamax almost doubles chances, but actual risk still low, researchers say
September 02, 2010:
Prescription Drug Use Rising in U.S., CDC Reports
Statins, asthma meds, antidepressants and stimulants top the list
September 02, 2010:
Many Americans Don't Even Know They're Fat
Harris Interactive/HealthDay poll finds 30 percent of those overweight think they're normal size
September 01, 2010:
Double-Dose Plavix Benefits Certain Patients, Study Finds
And higher-dose aspirin is no more effective than low dose, researchers say
September 01, 2010:
Diabetes Drug Metformin Linked to Lower Lung Cancer Rate in Mice
Findings reflect those of population studies in humans, researchers say
August 31, 2010:
Review Finds No Statin-Cancer Link
Cancer death rates in 26 trials the same as those taking a placebo, researchers find
August 30, 2010:
Stent Implantation Linked to Blood Clot Risk in Black Patients
Race was strongest predictor of clotting after one month, study found
August 30, 2010:
Low-Dose Omega-3 Fatty Acids Don't Protect Heart Patients
Dutch study finds consuming small amounts in margarine daily didn't prevent cardiac trouble
August 27, 2010:
Prescription Painkillers Could Be New 'Gateway' Drugs
Detox patients hooked on street drugs often addicted to legal meds first, study found
August 27, 2010:
Some Fake ADHD to Get Meds, Special Treatment
Study shows that they can fool doctors on certain tests
August 27, 2010:
Food Better Than Supplements for Cancer Prevention: Expert
Always check with a doctor, dietician before taking supplements, she advises
August 26, 2010:
Eggs Being Produced by Recall Farms Safe, if Pasteurized, Experts Say
Treated eggs can be used in products such as salad dressings, cookie dough and cake mixes
August 25, 2010:
In Some Patients, Hypertension Meds Raise Blood Pressure
Finding true for "significant" percentage of people, researchers say
August 25, 2010:
Study Suggests Statins Could Help Some With Normal Cholesterol
These people have elevated levels of high sensitivity C-reactive protein, researchers say
August 25, 2010:
Are The Eggs in Your Fridge Safe to Eat?
Experts tell you what you need to know in the wake of a massive recall
August 24, 2010:
Heart Risks the Same With 2 Diabetes Drugs: Study
Finding conflicts with previous research that found Avandia riskier than Actos
August 24, 2010:
Cognitive Therapy Helps Adults With ADHD
Study found adding it to medications lessened symptoms
August 24, 2010:
Vitamin D May Influence Genes for Cancer, Autoimmune Disease
Findings could underscore why deficiency plays role in host of serious ills
August 23, 2010:
FDA Chief Says More Egg Recalls Possible
Nearly 2,000 reports of salmonella infections in people in about 22 states
August 22, 2010:
2nd Egg Recall Linked to Salmonella Under Way
Producer says there have been laboratory-confirmed cases of Salmonella enteritidis
August 20, 2010:
2nd Egg Recall Linked to Salmonella Under Way
Producer says there have been laboratory-confirmed cases of Salmonella enteritidis
August 19, 2010:
Nationwide Recall of Eggs Linked to Salmonella Expanded
More than 250 people sickened by germ as Iowa company recalls 380 million eggs
August 18, 2010:
Many With Chronic Pain Get Inadequate Relief, Study Finds
Black patients likely to be prescribed fewer meds and women get lower doses, research shows
August 16, 2010:
Weight-Loss Surgery May Cut Type 2 Diabetes Medication Use
Study finds reduced drug and health care costs may make surgery a cost-effective alternative for some
August 16, 2010:
Ella Emergency Contraceptive Approved
Intended to inhibit or delay ovulation
August 14, 2010:
FDA Approves Emergency Contraceptive
Called 'ella,' drug delays ovulation, but opponents say it's another abortion pill
August 13, 2010:
Generics As Good As Costly Blood Pressure Meds, Study Finds
Plus, fewer deaths seen in group taking no-brand-name diuretics after 8 to 13 years
August 13, 2010:
Tylenol Use Linked to Asthma, Other Allergies in Teens
Study looked at 13- and 14-year-olds from 50 countries
August 12, 2010:
Women Experience More Chronic Pain Than Men, Research Finds
Also more likely to have multiple painful conditions at the same time, expert says
August 12, 2010:
Docs Shying Away From Drug That May Prevent Prostate Cancer
Erroneous fear that finasteride spurs more aggressive tumors has left some physicians wary, research shows
August 10, 2010:
Many Stroke Patients Stop Taking Meds, Study Shows
Second report finds many heart failure patients not even prescribed recommended medications
August 10, 2010:
No Significant Esophageal Cancer Risk From Osteoporosis Drug: Study
Analysis also finds no evidence of substantial gastric cancer risk from oral bisphosphonates
August 10, 2010:
More Seniors Getting Antibiotics With Improved Medicare Drug Coverage
Study found trend followed start of Part D plan
August 09, 2010:
Food Labels Lead to Healthy Food Choices
Label readers consume fewer calories, less saturated fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, study finds
August 05, 2010:
Extra Vitamin D May Improve Heart Health in Black Teens
2,000 IU daily led to less arterial stiffness in those with vitamin deficiency
August 04, 2010:
New Drug Studied for Hard-to-Treat Vascular Condition
Clinical trials suggest icatibant safe, effective against life-threatening swelling of hereditary angioedema
August 04, 2010:
Epilepsy Drugs Don't Raise Suicide Risk, Study Shows
Experts say findings should prompt FDA to remove warning label on medications
August 04, 2010:
Recession Causing Cancer Patients to Quit Life-Extending Drugs
3 patients taking pricey Gleevec gave it up, prompting their tumors' return, doctors report
August 04, 2010:
Vitamin B May Not Guard Against Second Stroke, Heart Attack
Jury still out on the vascular benefits of supplementation, experts say
August 02, 2010:
Review Suggests Bias in Drug Study Reporting
Industry-funded trials more likely to have positive findings than other studies, analysis shows
August 02, 2010:
Expectation May Affect Placebo Response in Parkinson's Patients
Being told there was a 75% chance of getting drug spurred neurochemical response: study
July 30, 2010:
Flu Vaccine for Upcoming Season Approved
Protects against three strains predicted to be most prevalent
July 30, 2010:
Experts Support FDA Panel's Backing of New Blood Thinner
Brilinta, which got nod from agency advisors Wednesday, would be welcome option, docs say
July 30, 2010:
H1N1 Protection in Coming Season's Flu Vaccines: FDA
Just one shot should shield against multiple strains, agency says
July 30, 2010:
Calcium Supplements Linked to Boost in Heart Attack Risk
People should get needed mineral through their diet, researchers say
July 29, 2010:
Black Teens May Need Higher Vitamin D Supplementation
Even with sun exposure, levels were deficient in this vulnerable group, researchers say
July 29, 2010:
New Data Supports Link Between Diabetes Drugs, Fractures
Avandia, Actos increase chances of broken bones in older men and women, study shows
July 29, 2010:
Cuvposa Approved for Chronic Drooling in Children
Primarily those with neurological disorders
July 28, 2010:
FDA Cites Its Food Safety Web Site
More than 100 problems identified so far, agency says
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