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Statin side effects can often be overcome: study
Joint pain, function not always better after surgery
Recall: Inspection yields another compound pharmacy recall
Recall: J&J recalls nearly 2 million blood glucose meters worldwide
FDA Wants to Relax Approval Process for Alzheimer's Drugs
Antibiotics not worth risk in most chest colds: study
Georgia compounding pharmacy recalls sterile products: FDA
Aspirin tied to lower melanoma risk
F.D.A. Toughens Heart Warning on a Common Antibiotic
Statins often prescribed without good evidence
F.D.A. Panel Advises Against Two Medicines to Treat Hot Flashes
Codeine Risky for Kids After Certain Surgeries, FDA Says
Personal Health: Too Many Pills in Pregnancy
Study: Electronic Prescribing Cuts Medication Errors
In U.S., flu vaccine worked in just over half of those who got it
Report Calls for Better U.S. Efforts to Fight Counterfeit Drugs
Flu Shot May Not Work as Well for Seniors
It's 'Buyer Beware' When Getting Statins Off the Internet
J&J metal hip failed because of toxic debris - expert at trial
The Consumer: The Drug-Dose Gender Gap
Maker Aware of 40% Failure in Hip Implant
All-metal hip implants can damage soft tissue: FDA
F.D.A. to Tighten Regulation of All-Metal Hip Implants
Patients rarely told about medication errors: study
Coughs take longer to clear up than people think: study
Could Daily Aspirin Harm Seniors' Eyes?
Copying common in electronic medical records: study
Many people unaware of radiation risk from CT scans
The Consumer: Grapefruit and Drugs Often Don't Mix
Most Coughs Don't Respond to Antibiotics, Study Confirms
Drug Makers Challenge Pill Disposal Law in California
For Athletes, Risks From Ibuprofen Use
Vital Signs: Prognosis: Doubts on Treatment for Urinary Infection
Aspirin May Reduce Risk of Liver Cancer, Death From Liver Disease
More New Drugs a Bad Fit With Grapefruit, Study Finds
Well: When the Patient Is 'Noncompliant'
Q & A: Weighing the Evidence
Row flares over global fight against fake medicine
The Consumer: Reassessing Flu Shots as the Season Draws Near
Top medical innovations treat headaches, diabetes
Are cancer patients' hopes for chemo too high?
Antidepressants linked to risk of brain bleeds
Deadly meningitis outbreak increases to 91 cases
Coffee Might Raise Glaucoma Risk: Study
Statins May Protect Against Glaucoma
Generic antidepressant not equivalent to original Wellbutrin: FDA
Hip Resurfacing More Likely to Fail Than Hip Replacement: Study
The New Old Age Blog: A Form of Dementia That Is Often Misdiagnosed
More Breast Cancer Treatments Hinted in Study
A Call for Caution in the Use of Antipsychotic Drugs
Variation in antibiotic prescribing hints at overuse
Common Painkillers May Be Risky After Heart Attack
Wearable Robots That Can Help People Walk Again
Ads lose balance when drugs become over-the-counter
Well: Popular Antibiotics May Carry Serious Side Effects
Two Antibiotics Linked to Liver Injury in Elderly
National Briefing | Health: Warning Issued on Codeine for Children
Study: can daily aspirin help ward off cancer?
Can daily aspirin help ward off cancer?
Serious side effects more likely in new cancer drugs
Vital Signs: Women May Benefit Less From Statins
Effects of High Blood Pressure Drug May Mimic Celiac Disease
Genes May Influence Reactions to Painkillers
EU agency raps Roche over lax drug-safety reporting
As Medical Imaging Rises, Radiation Concerns Follow
Diabetes Drugs Avandia, Actos Linked to Vision Woes
Vein grown from stem cells saves 10-year-old girl
Do statins drain your energy?
Risks: Diabetes Drugs Carry Vision Risks
U.S. drug recalls common, not well publicized: study
A New Class of Cancer Drugs May Be Less Toxic
US FDA warns J&J unit about tampon complaints
Fake ADHD drug Adderall sold online, U.S. FDA warns
Common painkillers tied to lower skin cancer risk
Device May Offer Alternative to Warfarin for Arrhythmia
Patients Are Reminded of Aspirin's Risks
NuPathe migraine patch works in late-stage study
Aspirin cuts colon cancer death risk: U.S. study
Antidepressant suicide risk varies by age: FDA
Certain drugs may increase risk of falling
Special Eye Drops May Reverse Glaucoma Damage
Medicines Top Source of Kids' Poisonings
Forehead Lift Cures Migraine Patients
Antidepressant use doubles in U.S., study finds
U.S. panel backs novel Medtronic heart valve
FDA Approves Seasonal Flu Vaccine for 2009-2010
Cell Discovery May Bring Science Closer to Diabetes Cure
Treatment neutralizes muscular dystrophy in mice
U.S. reviewing possible heart risks with asthma drug
Danish study looks at link between HRT, cancer
New flu "unstoppable", WHO says, calls for vaccine
Statins May Cause Muscle Damage in Some Patients
Supplement eases hair-pulling in some: study
Parkinson's drugs show promise in resistant TB
Blood pressure drugs slow eye problems in diabetes
U.S. orders suicide warnings on two anti-smoking drugs
Drug cos at odds with FDA over acetaminophen risk
Study in mice sheds light on Ambien side effects
Asia's party drug ketamine carries incontinence risk
Drug deals cost U.S. consumers $3.5 bln a year: FTC
Brain Imaging Study Sheds Light on Fibromyalgia
Health Tip: Some Medications Can Help Trigger Heat-Related Illness
German research points way to better anxiety drug
Drug May Stem Slide Into Alzheimer's for Some
U.S. tells Zicam maker to stop selling some products
Health Tip: Have Unused Medications?
FDA questions heart risk findings on ADHD drugs
Common skin cancer drug smoothes wrinkles: study
U.S. hospitals rationing nuclear imaging tests
FDA panel cautiously OKs antipsychotic drugs for kids
Longer is better for treating prostate cancer
FDA panel weighs antipsychotic drug use in kids
Antidepressant curbs cancer-related mental ills
FDA releases list of potential drug risks
Heart drug may block breast cancer gene
Stool test shows promise in detecting many cancers
Anti-clot drug combinations boost bleeding risks
Heartburn drugs may raise risk of hip fractures: study
Studies find new weaknesses in cancer
Scientists identify gene that may explain hair loss
Regular flu vaccine little help against new strain
Cholesterol drug cuts amputation risk for diabetics
Bone marrow therapy helps heart patients: study
Stem cells "seek and destroy" cancer cells: study
Device helps ease severe asthma without drugs
Sinus surgery relieves stubborn sinusitis symptoms
Health authorities ready to limit flu drug use
Early Xeloda does not help in breast cancer: study
All Blood Pressure Drugs Lower Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
Giving less painful shot first best for babies
Urine Test for Heart Disease Shows Promise
Pain drugs to carry more prominent U.S. warnings
Cholesterol drugs may cut risk of prostate cancer
Drug and vaccine makers on standby over swine flu
Children who get ADHD drugs score higher on tests
Painkillers may not prevent Alzheimer's: U.S. study
FDA slightly eases access to morning-after pill
Grapefruit Juice Boosts Anti-Cancer Drug's Effects
Statin drugs do not prevent dementia
Harmless Virus May Be Deadly to Breast Cancer
Healthy men who took Viagra, Cialis see fine: study
Raptiva Pulled From Market
Topical Spray Helped Men With Premature Ejaculation
FDA wants more data on Astra's Symbicort for kids
Prescription painkiller relieves shingles pain
Stem cells may offer cure for deafness
"Polypill" promising in cutting heart risks: study
Crestor cuts risk of vein clots by 43 pct: study
Low inflammation, cholesterol cuts heart risk: study
Pregnancy hormone shows promise in heart failure
Scientists ID New Biomarker for Prostate Cancer
Weight Loss Products: Warning Expands
Study finds 10 genes that raise sudden death risk
"Ecstasy" may help PTSD victims get better
Older drug seen better for Parkinson's depression
Experts Revise Guidelines on Daily Aspirin for Heart
Bill would ban nonmedical drug use in U.S. livestock
Topiramate safely prevents migraine in adolescents
NSAIDs for arthritis seem to be okay for the heart
Ozone/Oxygen Shot Helps Heal Herniated Disk
Health Tip: Understanding Antibiotic Resistance
Drugs From Vegetables May Target Melanoma Tumors
Statins help elderly as well as young after stroke
Study sheds lights on schizophrenia causes
Overexposed: Imaging tests boost U.S. radiation dose
Plavix, heartburn drugs combined raise heart risk
More patient information may not lead to best care
A Pill to Prevent Hearing Loss?
Laser therapy promising for milder strokes: study
Hot pepper nose spray relieves hay fever
Study takes step toward erasing bad memories
Bone cell injection helps fractures heal
Sea sponge shows promise as superbug antidote
Cold's "family tree" may lead to cure: study
New way found to judge prostate cancer severity
Green tea may block activity of common cancer drug
Cyclosporine Eye Drops a Good Deal for Dry Eye
U.S. approves first drug from DNA-altered animals
FDA lists drugs under review for safety issues
Study makes stronger case HRT causes breast cancer
Mouse Study Suggests ADHD Drug Might Be Addictive
Medicare Drug Plan 'Doughnut Hole' Could Impact Seniors' Health
Common antidepressants cut adult suicide risk: study
Birthmark or Blood Vessel Problem?
U.S. doctors turning to electronic prescribing
Zoloft, Lexapro best new antidepressants: study
FDA seeks more data on blood thinner Plavix
WHO gets Gates grant for child medicines research
New cream disables herpes virus: study
Saliva Test Could Monitor Type 2 Diabetes
Scientists find way to remove lead from blood
GAO urges tougher review of some medical devices
Use of sleep aids by young U.S. adults soars: study
U.S. seeks details of supply chains for foreign drugs
Newer schizophrenia drugs cause heart risks: study
Vaccine cuts meningitis rates, even in adults
Millions More Americans Might Be Placed on Statins
FDA lets drugmakers advise doctors on unapproved uses
New Drug May Work Better Against Chemo Side Effects
Protein Might One Day Prevent Blindness
Antipsychotics for Alzheimer's up death risk: study
New drug combo may boost stem cell production
New study supports statin's anti-dementia effects
Study backs deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's
Study raises hope for obesity treatment
Scientists find a gene that makes cancer spread
Antifungal pills could help treat asthma: study
FDA approves Allergan's drug for longer eyelashes
Pain pills may cut risk of bowel cancer: study
Colonoscopies Miss Many Cancers, Study Finds
Experts identify gene variants linked to lung cancer
U.S. flu shows resistance to flu drug
New drug promising for melanoma
Older antidepressants work for Parkinson patients
Radiation therapy cuts prostate cancer death: study
10% of U.S. High School Seniors Use Vicodin
FDA panel: Two asthma drugs risky but Advair OK
Drugmakers to note actors, make other ad changes
Flu shot half dose just as good for younger adults
FDA sees asthma drug risks
Glaxo says oral drug raises blood platelet counts
Compound lights up spreading cancer cells
Nobel winner sees end to AIDS spread within years
Contaminant confirmed in tainted heparin
Aggressive drug marketing may endanger people
Brand-name drugs no better than generics: study
Partial vaccine dose may work as well as full shot
Insomnia drug helps jet-lag, shift-work troubles
Acupuncture beats aspirin for chronic headache
FDA rule change boosts access to morning-after pill
Scientists shed light on causes of epilepsy
Lung cancer pill may get second chance after tests
2nd Generation Antidepressants Prove Equally Effective
Robots May Come to Aging Boomers' Rescue
Gene test adds little to diabetes risk analysis
Stem cells restore hearing, vision in animals
Diabetes drugs tied to lower prostate cancer risk
Drugs' heart risk is FDA's biggest worry: official
Indigo plant may treat chronic skin disease
Discovery offers way of tracking cancer in blood
Bone marrow transplant suppresses AIDS in patient
New test to identify heart failure in ER superior
Antidepressant treatment may reduce male fertility
Male hormone patch increases libido in women
RECALL: Covidien recalls syringes posing risk to diabetics
Study Sheds Light on Painkillers' Heart Risk
Robodoc: surgeon of the future in theaters now
Drug may help combat frailty in older adults
Health Tip: Mixing Drinks With Medicines
Researchers find more Alzheimer's genes
Statins cut key indicator of prostate cancer: study
Statins may cut pneumonia death, blood clot risks
Drug prices highest in poorest neighborhoods
U.S. study finds harm in transfusions of older blood
Scientists develop cancer fighting tomato
More proof needed on costly diabetes drugs
Pill camera works well in elderly
New test detects staph infection within hours
Beta-blockers not best for high blood pressure
British doctor chooses Gardasil shot over Cervarix
New Europe, U.S. diabetes guidelines drop Avandia
Smokers should get pneumonia vaccine: U.S. advisers
Leukemia drug appears to stop early stage MS
Blood pressure drug before surgery raises risks
Study backs laser treatment for sun-damaged skin
Aspirin no heart protection for diabetics: study
U.S. study points to strong new class of antibiotics
The Scan That Didn't Scan
Quarter of adolescent U.S. girls received HPV vaccine
Don't use cold drugs in kids under 4: manufacturers
ADHD drugs cut risk of drug abuse, smoking: study
More U.S. than European kids take mental health meds
Computer can replace 2nd mammogram reader
Analogue or human insulins OK for type 2 diabetes
Can Pain Cause Arthritis?
Prescription opioids in home put children at risk
NPS Pharma says Glaxo stops osteoporosis drug study
Flu vaccine delivered into lungs gives better results
Hormone therapy may cut breast cancer risk in some
FDA orders two unapproved drugs off the market
Shorter radiation course works for breast cancer
Paracetamol use may raise asthma risk in children
Imports From Indian Drug Maker Halted
Consumer Ads for Medical Devices Subject of Senate Panel
Brazil to make generic version of key AIDS drug
Oxycontin may hook teens more easily than adults
Allergan says Botox works on chronic migraines
Diabetes drug may help treat obesity
Allergy tests useful before implanting devices
Arthroscopic knee surgery questioned for arthritis
Under-the-Skin Blood Sugar Monitor Boosts Diabetes Control
New cervical cancer test beats pap smear
Pain relievers may complicate prostate screening
FDA lists drugs under safety probes
New Drug Helps Relieve Gout
FDA urges more caution over TNF blocker infections
Lipitor aids diabetics with kidney disease
Statins fight stroke in older people too
Jolts from heart defibrillators often precede death
U.S. study clears measles vaccine of autism link
Study finds more allergic reactions after HPV jab
Newer joint replacements need more revisions: study
Antipsychotic drugs double stroke risk: study
FDA wants Biogen, Elan drug warning revised
Measles Cases Grow in Number, Officials Blame Parents' Fear of Autism
New antibiotic may block toxins from bacteria
California Licenses 2 Companies to Offer Gene Services
Stem cell test to help treat bowel cancer
Merck Vioxx study was for marketing: researchers
Pneumonia vaccination important for diabetics
U.S. seeks more warnings for Amylin diabetes drug
Impotence drug treats prostate enlargement: study
Drug edges nicotine patch for smoking cessation
Radiation can zap cancer that has spread: study
Drugs, angioplasty give similar life quality: study
Study finds 140,000 bad reactions to antibiotics
"Elite" HIV wife may hold secret to AIDS vaccine
Vitamin C Shows Promise as Cancer Treatment
Infant deaths linked to cold medications
OTC Cold Medicines Sending Children to Emergency Rooms
Flu vaccines approved for next season
Britain clears first oral antibiotic for OTC sale
Lilly Diabetes Drug Shows a Life-Extending Promise
Anti-AIDS gel might help men too, study finds
Aspirin may be useful for osteoporosis
The Evidence Gap: A Call for a Warning System on Artificial Joints
MRIs show promise for early Alzheimer's diagnosis
Oxygen therapies may ease headache pain
Drugs add 13 years to average life of HIV patient
Gene tied to muscle weakness from cholesterol drugs
UK watchdog urges doctors to cut antibiotics
New pill helps shrink prostate tumors: study
Laser resurfacing fixes wrinkles, study finds
Epilepsy drug eases diabetic neuropathy pain
U.S. drops trial of one AIDS vaccine
Nasal antibiotic doesn't get rid of hay fever
Japan finds no Tamiflu link to abnormal behavior
Alcon ends macular degeneration drug program
Botox shots may help ward off migraines
Man says prescription drug caused compulsive gambling
Well: 8-Year-Olds on Statins? A New Plan Quickly Bites Back
Abuses Are Found in Online Sales of Medication
Gels to protect women from HIV may help men more
FDA to urge black box warning for epilepsy drugs
New approach offers chance to finally kill herpes
Pros and cons of the Pill tricky for black women
Laser treatment could help kill superbugs: study
Experts to Discuss One Puzzling Autism Case, as a Second Case Has Arisen
Device puts steering at the tip of the tongue
Weighing the Costs of a CT Scan? Look Inside the Heart
Accidental fungus leads to promising cancer drug
Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Guidelines Updated
Doctors Say Medication Is Overused in Dementia
More study of heart imaging agent risks urged
Painkillers don't protect against melanoma
Medication improves alcoholics' quality of life
Skipping anti-epilepsy drugs can have dire results
Study helps explain wide response to statins
New Take on a Prostate Drug, and a New Debate
FDA sees possible J&J psoriasis drug risks
FDA generic drug reviews delayed, report finds
Review finds suicidal actions linked with epilepsy drugs
St. John's wort doesn't help ADHD, study finds
Dehydrated tomatoes may fight prostate tumors
New approach promising against multiple sclerosis
Bristol diabetes drug effective, safe, study shows
Wyeth heartworm drug makes limited return in U.S
Bladder and dementia therapy may be incompatible
Key heart health protein found using frogs
Diabetes test targets high-risk patients
Vaccine doubles survival of deadly brain cancer