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May 11, 2012 10:43PM
May 10, 2012 09:13AM
Over the counter medications like Advil, Tylenol, and other pain relieving drugs are found in many households, and are generally considered safe when used properly.
May 10, 2012 05:16AM
Teens are starting to abuse painkillers earlier in life than previously thought. Preventative methods introduced to seniors in high school are probably too late, and recent reports indicate that education should start earlier.
May 07, 2012 11:05AM
Common Cold Remedy May Not be Best
Zinc is commonly sold as a remedy for the common cold, but whether its effective is controversial. A recent review of research shed some light on this debated treatment.
May 04, 2012 05:18AM
The supplement X-Rock has been voluntarily recalled by manufacturer XROCK Industries because it contains a related version of a drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Apr 26, 2012 03:34PM
It's one of the most common, widely available and inexpensive drugs on the market. These days aspirin is being studied for its potential power to relieve a great deal more than headaches.
Apr 07, 2012 06:50AM
A Daily Dose of Aspirin Without Ulcers?
Aspirin is frequently called a "wonder pill," but many long-term users end up with painful stomach ulcers. So what if a pill could deliver the benefits of aspirin without the side effects?
Apr 03, 2012 06:14AM
Dietitians Practice What They Preach
They say if you want the best plate in the house, you should order what the chef eats. The same might be said for following the eating and health habits of registered dietitians.
Mar 20, 2012 04:46PM
Daily Aspirin to Prevent and Treat Cancer?
Aspirin has long been the go-to drug to relieve common aches and pains. Its utility is reaching new heights these days as a potential drug to prevent and possibly treat cancer. Exciting stuff!
Mar 17, 2012 06:36AM
An Aspirin a day may Take Cancer Away
Imagine that you've just been told you have cancer and you're doctor says, "Take an aspirin a day, and call me in a week." Such a scenario might not be so far-fetched if a super-powerful aspirin works in humans.
Mar 13, 2012 07:35AM
Vitamin D May Help Hay Fever Sufferers
Hay fever is a common symptom for allergy sufferers that may require steroid treatments. Adding Vitamin D may improve steroidal hay fever treatment.
