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Health NewsA Big Reason to Eat Whole Grains
Whole grain intake linked to lower mortality rates
Health NewsStatins and Your Heart
Are statins effective in reducing cardiac events for all?
FDA ApprovalsRx for Parathyroid Gland Condition Approved
Opko's Rayaldee (calcifediol) approved to treat high parathyroid hormone levels in those with chronic kidney disease
FeaturesHow to Keep Your Kids Active and Engaged This Summer
Kids' summer activity and learning ideas
Prescription DrugsHow Liraglutide May Help the Heart
Liraglutide in patients with diabetes may reduce cardiovascular complications
Health NewsThe Importance of Folate in Pregnancy
Maternal folate level may affect childhood obesity risk
Health NewsDiabetes and Your Eyes
Diabetic eye disease risk may be lowered with good blood sugar control
Health NewsWhich Weight Loss Rx Is Best?
Weight loss medication effectiveness compared in new study
Health NewsPlus One for Lung Cancer Surgery
Late-stage, non-small cell lung cancer survival was higher in patients who had surgery
Health NewsFrom Sleep Issues to Heart Issues
Insufficient sleep may be tied to increased heart disease risk, especially in shift workers
FDA AlertsMigraine Patch on Hold for Now
Zecuity (sumatriptan) patch manufacturer has suspended sales, marketing and distribution
Health NewsMidlife Fit May Mean No Late-Life Stroke
Fitness in middle age may reduce stroke risk later in life
Health NewsInfants, Meet Peanuts
Peanuts introduced into infants' diets may not negatively affect growth, nutrition
FDA ApprovalsFirst Cholera Vaccine Approved
Vaxchora approved to prevent cholera by FDA
FDA ApprovalsFirst-of-Its-Kind Blood Pressure Rx Approved
Allergan's Byvalson (nebivolol and valsartan) approved to treat high blood pressure
FDA AlertsNature Made Products Recalled
Nature Made products recalled due to possible contamination
Health NewsTeen Ears May Be in Danger
Tinnitus presence in teens may suggest hearing damage due to risky listening habits
FeaturesCommon Mole or Melanoma?
All you need to know about checking your skin for skin cancer
Health NewsObesity Trends: Men Vs. Women
Obesity in US women has increased in recent years
Health NewsThe Prevalence of Anxiety
Anxiety may affect some groups more than others
FDA AlertsFDA Warns About Common Anti-Diarrheal Medication
Imodium (loperamide) in high doses may pose risk for serious heart problems
FeaturesTreating Heartburn? Avoid These Medications
Aspirin-containing antacids used for heartburn treatment could cause bleeding
FDA AlertsE. coli Outbreak Possibly Tied to Flour
E. coli O121 infections reported to CDC from 20 states, possibly tied to flour
FDA ApprovalsProstate Cancer Imaging Just Got a Boost
Axumin approved to detect recurrent prostate cancer