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Prescription DrugsFDA Safety Communication: Chantix
Studies did not suggest increased risk of neuropsychiatric events that result in hospitalization
NaturalDiet and Weight - Are There Lymphoma Risks?
Non Hodgkin lymphoma risks increase with obesity in young adulthood
Health NewsFDA Drug Safety Communication: Xigris
Xigris failed to show a survival benefit for severe sepsis and septic shock
Prescription DrugsFDA approves Ferriprox
Ferriprox is thalassemia treatment for excess iron in the body
Prescription DrugsFDA Approves First Generic Olanzapine
Schizophrenia and bipolar disorders treated with generic Zyprexa
Clinical TrialsHerpes TKO's Breast Cancer
Triple negative breast cancer responds to oncolytic viral therapy
Prescription DrugsSafety of OTC Pain Meds
NSAIDS reviewed by European Medicines Agency
Mental HealthHealthy GPS Shoes
Dementia risk reduced with GPS shoes
OTCWhy Does Chronic Pain Affect So Many Women?
Chronic pain conditions impact womens health
Prescription DrugsAcid-suppressing drugs to treat spit-up?
GERD in infants
Prescription DrugsFrom One Diabetes to Another
Type 2 diabetes risk highest in African American women with gestational diabetes
Health NewsDetroit is America's Lung Cancer Capital
Non small cell lung cancer in Detroit was near the top for deaths across all ethnicities
Health NewsHeart Rehab Works -- If You Go
Cardiac rehab significantly lowers mortality risk
NaturalLinking Cancer and Drinking: A Mixed Review
Alcohol consumption and cancer risks studied
FeaturesBaby-Friendly Hospitals on Horizon
Breastfeeding support is vital for both mothers and babies
Prescription DrugsFDA approves Onfi to treat severe type of seizures
Clobazam an additional treatment for Lennox-Gastaut syndrome
NaturalCoffee and Skin Cancer?
Basal cell carcinoma risks inversely associated to coffee consumption
Health NewsThe True Value of Mammography Now in Question
Mammography benefit not as great as credited according to probability model
Prescription DrugsFlu Shots While Pregnant are Safe
Flu vaccine can protect newborns
Health NewsMayo Clinic: PSA Tests are Good Things
PSA test helpful in diagnosing low-risk prostate cancer
Health NewsBig Pain in Bigger Joints
Osteoarthritis more common among African Americans
Prescription DrugsAn Aspirin a Day Keeps the Funeral Director Away
NSAIDs linked to lower colorectal cancer deaths among postmenopausal women
Prescription DrugsManaging Blood Pressure While Pregnant
High blood pressure treatments during first trimester are safe
Health NewsStem Cells Repair Now Listed in Yellow Pages
Injecting cord blood stem cells following a heart attack may help repair the heart