Archive for May, 2009
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Friday, May 29th, 2009Low-level exposures to environmental toxins may explain partially the increasing problem of liver disease in U.S. adults, according to a Kentucky researcher.
FDA Approves Bacterial Conjunctivitis Drug Besivance
Friday, May 29th, 2009The FDA has approved a new antibacterial eyedrop called Besivance to treat bacterial conjunctivitis, which is commonly called “pinkeye.”
Healthy Living Still Eludes Americans
Friday, May 29th, 2009Americans know what they need to do to ward off cardiovascular disease and live longer, but despite health recommendations, most still aren’t making smart lifestyle choices, new research indicates.
Debate Grows on Aspirin for Heart Risk
Thursday, May 28th, 2009Daily aspirin therapy is often recommended for otherwise healthy people who are at risk for heart attack or stroke, but a new analysis suggests that aspirin’s risks may outweigh its benefits in this population.
Debate Grows on Aspirin for Heart Risk
Thursday, May 28th, 2009Daily aspirin therapy is often recommended for otherwise healthy people who are at risk for heart attack or stroke, but a new analysis suggests that aspirin’s risks may outweigh its benefits in this population.
FDA Eyes Acetaminophen Liver Risk
Thursday, May 28th, 2009The FDA is considering six ways to cut the risk of liver injury from the painkiller acetaminophen in over-the-counter and prescription products.
Stroke Treatment Window Widens
Thursday, May 28th, 2009The clot-busting stroke drug tPA should be given as soon as possible — but a new AHA advisor says some patients may still benefit up to 4.5 hours after a stroke.
Human Skin Alive With Germs
Thursday, May 28th, 2009Normal human skin is alive with bacteria — a hundred times more kinds of bacteria, in more places, than previously known, NIH researchers find.
Human Skin Alive With Bacteria
Thursday, May 28th, 2009Normal human skin is alive with bacteria — a hundred times more kinds of bacteria, in more places, than previously known, NIH researchers find.
24 Hours of Fat Burning From Exercise?
Thursday, May 28th, 2009Moderate-intensity exercise does not usher in a 24-hour period of fat burning, contrary to a widely held belief, a study shows.
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