11 More Children Die From Swine Flu: CDC
Health - October 16, 2009
And vaccine production delays mean fewer shots will be available by month's end
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New FDA Study Seeks Feedback on Lasik Surgery
Health - October 16, 2009
Warnings issued to 17 centers for lax reporting of procedure-related adverse events
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Cervarix Approved to Help Prevent Cervical Cancer
Health - October 16, 2009
Vaccine blocks strains of human papilloma virus
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Outbreak Investigation Highlights Drug Safety Issues
Health - October 13, 2009
Noncompliance with manufacturing regulations led to contaminated syringes, report says
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Berinert Approved for Rare Genetic Disease
Health - October 12, 2009
To treats symptoms of hereditary angiodema
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Health Buzz: Sebelius Says H1N1 Flu Vaccine Is Safe and Other Health News
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Megan Johnson
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Health - October 7, 2009
The riskiest foods regulated by the FDA; family doctors' group says Coca-Cola is its new partner.
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Riskiest Foods: 3 Tips for Protecting Your Family From Illness
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January W. Payne
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Health - October 6, 2009
From leafy greens to homemade ice cream, consider where the danger lies and what you can do about it.
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Leafy Greens Top Risky Food List
Health - October 6, 2009
Advocacy group notes illness outbreaks usually linked to 'healthy' foods
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As TV Drug Ads Increase, So Do Concerns
Health - October 4, 2009
Experts question commercials' value to patients and health-care system overall
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Study Counters Warnings on Quit-Smoking Drug
Health - October 2, 2009
No clear evidence found that Chantix has dangerous side effects, say UK researchers
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Stelara Approved for Psoriasis
Health - September 25, 2009
Helps block overproduction of skin cells
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Folotyn Approved for Aggressive Type of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Health - September 25, 2009
For those who have relapsed or haven't responded to other therapies
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FDA Acknowledges Mistakes in Knee-Device Approval
Health - September 24, 2009
Agency says it will review procedure for endorsing medical devices
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1st Doses of Swine Flu Vaccine Set for Early October
Health - September 18, 2009
Initial vaccine will be a nasal spray, followed shortly by injectable one: CDC
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Ovarian Cancer Test Approved
Health - September 11, 2009
Helps doctors decide on appropriate surgical options
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FDA Panel Weighs Approving HPV Vaccine for Males
Health - September 9, 2009
They can get variety of illnesses from the sexually transmitted virus, experts note
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Metozolv Approved for Diabetic Stomach Disorder, GERD
Health - September 8, 2009
But long-term use could cause serious side effects
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FDA to Require Faster Reporting of Food-Safety Problems
Health - September 8, 2009
Companies must alert agency of potential trouble within 24 hours
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Intuniv Approved for Pediatric ADHD
Health - September 3, 2009
No known potential for abuse, maker says
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Respirator Masks Best for Swine Flu Health Workers
Health - September 3, 2009
Medical personnel should use them, but not the general public, experts say
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Valcyte Approved for Cytomegalovirus in Children
Health - August 31, 2009
A leading cause of infection in transplant patients
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Zenpep Approved for Pancreatic Disorder
Health - August 28, 2009
Makes up for lack of digestive enzymes
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Why You Should Think Twice Before Using Alli or Other Weight Loss Aids
By
Deborah Kotz
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On Women - August 25, 2009
Reports of liver injury have been linked to Alli and Xenical, but every pill has its price.
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Xyzal Approved for Younger Kids
Health - August 25, 2009
Antihistamine sanctioned for children as young as 6 months
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Sabril Approved for Infantile Spasms
Health - August 21, 2009
In children ages 1 month to 2 years
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