Archives
- 2012.05.17: Diabetes, Obesity & Hypertension During Pregnancy May Increase Risk of Autism (5.17.12)
- 2012.05.15: Carbonated Beverages Increase Risk of Stroke (5.15.12)
- 2012.05.10: Liberation Therapy/Procedure Used to Treat Chronic Cerebrospial Venous Insufficiency May Be Dangerous, Says FDA (5.10.12)
- 2012.04.17: C-Reactive Protein May Be Reliable Indicator for Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes (PPROM) (4.17.12)
- 2012.04.10: Synthetic Progesterone (Drospirenone) Contained in Birth Control Pills Possibly Linked to Increased Risk of Clotting (4.10.12)
- 2012.04.10: Honey and Yogurt Mixture Proves Effective in Treating Vulvovaginal Candidiasis During Pregnancy (4.10.12)
- 2012.04.05: Overused tests or treatments (4.5.12)
- 2012.04.03: Long-Term Use of Estrogen May Increase Risk of Breast Cancer (4.3.12)
- 2012.04.02: Data Support Increased Risk of Pregnancy Complications For Diabetes During Pregnancy (4.2.12)
- 2012.03.28: Celexa (citalopram hydrobromide) May Increase Risk of Abnormal Heart Rhythms
- 2012.03.19: Stem Cell Grown Retinas May be Possible in Future (3.19.12)
- 2012.03.12: Vitamin D Reduces Menstrual Cramp (dysmenorrhea) Pain (3.12.12)
- 2012.03.01: Study: Old flu drug speeds brain injury recovery
- 2012.02.29: Vaginal Progesterone Gel Effectively Reduces Preterm Delivery in Women with Short Cervix (2.29.12)
- 2012.02.29: Red blood cell omega-3 fatty acid levels and markers of accelerated brain aging
- 2012.02.28: State of well-being 2011
- 2012.02.28: New Labeling Requirements for Statin (cholesterol lowering drugs) Drugs (2.28.12)
- 2012.02.28: Hypnotic Sleeping Pills Possibly Linked to Increased Risk of Cancer and Death (2.28.12)
- 2012.02.22: Middle-Age Grip Strength and Gait Speed May Predict Risk of Dementia and Stroke (2.22.12)
- 2012.02.16: PFCs Tied to Compromised Efficacy of Childhood Vaccinations (2.16.12)
- 2012.02.16: Pregnant Women Should Avoid U.S.-Grown Rice Because it May Contain Arsenic (2.16.12)
- 2012.02.15: Beware of Possible Counterfeit Avastin (bevacizumab) (2.15.12)
- 2012.02.06: Fibroids Associated with Higher Risk of Preterm Labor and Other Complications (2.6.12)
- 2012.01.27: Proper Diet can Reduce Risk of Developing Diabetes in Childhood and Adulthood (1.27.12)
- 2012.01.23: Tysabri (natalizumab) Associated with Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML) (1.20.12)
- 2012.01.10: Women at Increased Risk of Diabetes From Statins (1.10.12)
- 2012.01.09: Leafy and Fruiting Vegetables Reduce Risk of Breast Cancer (1.9.12)
- 2012.01.03: HPV Testing Best Indicator for Cervical Cancer for Women Over 30 (1.3.12)
- 2011.12.20: Multaq (dronedarone) Increases Risk of Death or Serious Cardiovascular Complications (12.20.11)
- 2011.12.14: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) Antidepressants Taken while Pregant Increase Risk of Newborn Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension (12.14.11)
- 2011.12.13: Probiotics May Reduce the Risk of Infection For Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Patients (12.13.11)
- 2011.12.13: Albuterol Administered During Onset of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Increases Mortality Risk (12.13.11)
- 2011.12.07: Pradaxa (dabigatran etexilate mesylate) Risk of (Hemorrhaging) Bleeding Events (12.7.11)
- 2011.11.23: Women Drinking at Least 4 Cups of Coffee Daily Have Decreased Risk of Cancer (11.23.11)
- 2011.11.22: Second-Generation Antipsychotic Drugs May Increase Risk of Diabetes in Children (11.22.11)
- 2011.11.16: Few-Minute Delay in Clamping Umbilical Cord Increases Baby's Iron Level (11.16.11)
- 2011.11.16: Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine Reduces Risk of Cervical Cancer Precursors (11.16.11)
- 2011.11.16: Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine Reduces Risk of Cervical Cancer Precursors (11.16.11)
- 2011.11.03: Anticoagulant Pradaxa May Increase Risk of Hemorrhagic Death (11.3.11)
- 2011.11.02: Foley Catheter as Effective as Prostaglandin Gel and Safer for Inducing Labor (11.2.11)
- 2011.11.02: Alcohol Consumption Increases Risk of Breast Cancer in Women (11.2.11)
- 2011.11.02: New Algorithm Significantly Reduces MRI Scan Time (11.2.11)
- 2011.11.02: New Pediatric Guideline Recommends No Bumper Pads in Crib (11.2.11)
- 2011.11.01: High-Dose Statins May Increase Risk of Diabetes and Cardiovascular Events (11.1.11)
- 2011.10.31: Abdominal Cerclage Effective in Treating Incompetent Cervix (10.31.11)
- 2011.10.31: Acetaminophen and Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) Increases Risk of Kidney (Renal) Cancer (10.31.11)
- 2011.10.31: Intrapartum Blood Sampling Unproven as Gold-Standard for Detecting Fetal Distress (10.31.11)
- 2011.10.24: Copper Reduces Infection Rates in Hospitals by Nearly 50% (10.24.11)
- 2011.10.11: Vitamin E May be Linked to Increased Risk of Prostate Cancer (10.11.11)
- 2011.10.11: Restless Leg Syndrome (RSL) May Indicate Hypertension (10.11.11)
- 2011.10.11: More Justification for Chocolate Consumption--Reduces Risk of Stroke (10.11.11)
- 2011.10.11: Take Anti-Hypertensive Medication Before Bed for Best Results (10.11.11)
- 2011.10.11: Sprycel (dasatinib) Can Increase Risk of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)(10.11.11)
- 2011.09.28: Heart of Gold: Nanotechnology (9.28.11)
- 2011.09.27: Vitamin B12 Deficiency May Explain Cognitive Impairment for Elderly (9.27.11)
- 2011.09.27: Drospirenone Oral Contraceptives Still Under FDA Review (9.27.11)
- 2011.09.19: Higher Consumption of Marine N-3 Fatty Acids Decreases Risk of Preterm Delivery (9.19.11)
- 2011.09.19: Preterm Delivery Via C-Section Results in Higher Newborn Survival Rate (9.19.11)
- 2011.09.07: Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAID) Drugs Increase Risk of Miscarriage (9.7.11)
- 2011.09.07: Hospital Staff Clothing Contaminated with Bacteria (9.6.11)
- 2011.09.01: Saphris (antipsychotic) Can Cause Severe Allergic Reactions Warns FDA (9.1.11)
- 2011.09.01: Avastin Ocular Injection Causing Serious Eye Infections in Some Patients (9.1.11)
- 2011.08.29: Anger Increases Risk of Cardiovascular Complications While Laughter Decreases the Risk (8.29.11)
- 2011.08.24: Celexa (citalopram hydrobromide) in High Doses Results in Abnormal Heart Rhythms
- 2011.08.23: Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Test More Accurate in Detecting Cervical Cancer (8.23.11)
- 2011.08.18: Oral Osteoporosis Drugs (bisphosphonates) May Increase Risk of Esophageal Cancer
- 2011.08.18: Terbutaline at Term Increases Fetal Heart Rate and Accelerations (8.18.11)
- 2011.08.18: 15-Minute Workouts Good For Health (8.17.11)
- 2011.08.18: Predicting Higher-Risk Erb's Palsy Deliveries (8.16.11)
- 2011.08.18: Hibernation Receptor in Brain May Offer Additional Time to Save Lives (8.15.11)
- 2011.08.18: Spicy Food May Increase Your Metabolism (8.15.11)
- 2011.08.11: Increased Blood Pressure during Second and Third Trimester Signals Increased Risk of Gestational Hypertension (8.11.11)
- 2011.08.11: New Antiviral Able to Attack All Viruses over Lifetime (8.11.11)
- 2011.08.08: Compare Hospitals Based on Quality and Patient Satisfaction (8.8.11)
- 2011.08.03: Diflucan/Fluconazole May Increase Risk of Birth Defects (8.3.11)
- 2011.07.27: Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c) Establishes Cardiovascular Risk (7.27.11)
- 2011.07.26: FDA Warns to Stop Using CardioGen-82 (radioisotope) For Cardiac PET Scanning (7.26.11)
- 2011.07.21: ACOG (American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists) Now Recommends Annual Mammograms For Women 40 and older (7.21.11)
- 2011.07.21: Adhesions (Scaring) May Delay Subsequent Cesarean Delivery (7.19.11)
- 2011.07.14: Hot Coffee and Tea May Reduce MRSA Risk in Nasal Passage (7.14.11
- 2011.07.14: Long-Term NSAID Use Increases Cardio Vascular Complications by 200% (7.14.11)
- 2011.07.08: Eclampsia Risk Factors According to a 20-Year Study (7.8.11)
- 2011.07.05: Chantix (Smoking Cessation Drug) Increases Risk of Cardiovascular Complications (7.5.11)
- 2011.07.05: Induced Labor at Term Associated with Increased Risk of Cerebral Palsy (7.5.11)
- 2011.06.30: Valproate During Pregnancy Increases Risk of Impaired Cognitive Development in Newborn (6.30.11)
- 2011.06.24: Selenium May Reduce Risk of Cancer (6.24.11)
- 2011.06.20: Olive Reduces Risk of Strokes (6.20.11)
- 2011.06.16: Cervical Length Ultrasound Measurements Cost-Effective Means Detecting Preterm Birth (6.16.11)
- 2011.06.15: Actos Increases Risk of Bladder Cancer (6.15.11)
- 2011.06.15: Sleeping Supine (on back) May Increase Risk of Stillbirth (6.15.11)
- 2011.06.09: Proscar and Avodart Associated with Increased Risk of Prostate Cancer (6.9.11)
- 2011.06.09: Zocor (simvastatin) 80mg Increases Risk of Muscle Damage (6.9.11)
- 2011.06.07: CT Angiography Effective In Predicting Coronary Risks (6.7.11)
- 2011.06.07: Supplementing Chemotherapy with Avastin May Prolong Survival in Ovarian Cancer Patients (6.7.11)
- 2011.06.07: CO2 FilterLine H Set Infant/Neonate & VitaLine H Set Infant/Neonate Have Plastic Strands on Adapter that May Dislodge Into Infant's/Neonate's Lungs (6.7.11)
- 2011.05.31: World Health Organization Reports That Cell Phones May Increase Risk of Cancer (5.31.11)
- 2011.05.31: Moderate Consumption of Fish Reduces Risk of Preterm Labor (5.31.11)
- 2011.05.20: SimplyThick Thickening Agent for Swallowing Disorders Linked to Serious Bowel Condition (5.20.11)
- 2011.05.20: Maternal Thyroid Autoantibodies Signal Risk of Miscarriage and Preterm Labor (5.20.11)
- 2011.05.19: Electrical Stimulation of Spinal Cord Restores Function to Paralyzed Man (5.19.11)
- 2011.05.19: Plavix Not Effective in Reducing Cardiac Risks in Some Patients (5.19.11)
- 2011.05.19: Salt in Moderation Good for Cardiovascular Health (5.18.11)
- 2011.05.18: Cumulative Effect of Radiation Exposure from Imaging Studies (e.g., CT & X-Ray) Worrisome (5.18.11)
- 2011.05.17: Bitter is Better for Respiratory Sufferers (5.17.11)
- 2011.05.17: Vitamin D Helps COPD Patients with Rehabilitation (5.17.11)
- 2011.05.16: Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) Offspring Suffer Cognitive Deficiency From Leptin Deficiency (5.16.11)
- 2011.05.12: Young Women Taking Oral Contraceptives May Have an Increased Risk of Large Artery Stiffness (5.12.11)
- 2011.05.12: Medication Therapy for Coronary Artery Disease Safer than Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) (5.12.11)
- 2011.05.10: Avoid Excessive Carbohydrates While Pregnant or Risk Gallstones (5.10.11)
- 2011.05.10: Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAID) Drugs Harmful For Heart Disease Patients (5.10.11)
- 2011.05.09: FDA Approves Time-Saving MRSA/MSSA Test (5.9.11)
- 2011.05.09: Barrett's Esophagus Diagnosed Too Often By Gastroenterologists (5.9.11)
- 2011.05.06: Episiotomy May Not Reduce Risk of Brachial Plexus Injury (BPI) Associated with Shoulder Dystocia (5.6.11)
- 2011.05.06: Elevated Electromyography (EMG) and Shortened Cervical Length Increase Risk of Preterm Labor (5.6.11)
- 2011.05.05: Osteoporosis Medications (Bisphosphonates) Increase Risk of Femur Fracture (5.5.11)
- 2011.05.05: Exercise Regimen Reduces Blood Glucose (5.5.11)
- 2011.04.25: Episiotomy Not Necessary To Assist With Shoulder Dystocia (4.25.11)
- 2011.04.25: High-Fat, Low-Carbohydrate Diet Beneficial to Diabetics Suffering Neuropathy (4.25.11)
- 2011.04.22: ACE Inhibitors (medications to control hypertension) May Increase Risk of Recurring Breast Cancer (4.22.11)
- 2011.04.22: New Oral Contraceptives (Drospirenone) Increase Risk of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) (4.22.11)
- 2011.04.20: Calcium Supplements With or Without Vitamin D Increase Women's Cardiovascular Risks (4.19.11)
- 2011.04.18: Broccoli Reduces Lung Ailments and Improves Lung Function (4.18.11)
- 2011.04.18: European Study Proves Losing Weight Reduces Blood Pressure (4.18.11)
- 2011.04.14: Azathioprine and Mercaptopurine, Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) blockers, Increase Risk of Hepatosplenic T-Cell Lymphoma in Children (4.14.11)
- 2011.04.12: Vitamin D Good for Older Eyes (4.12.11)
- 2011.04.11: Multiple Sclerosis Drug Laquinimod Reduces Progression and Relapse (4.11.11)
- 2011.04.08: Fetal Scalp Stimulation Test (FSST) Useful in Assessing Fetal Blood PH In Midst of Non-Reassuring Fetal Heart Tones (4.8.11)
- 2011.04.07: Early Pregnancy Obesity Results in Significantly Increased Fetal Risks (4.7.11)
- 2011.04.07: Preterm Birth Reduced with Hormone Gel (4.7.11)
- 2011.04.04: Yoga Decreases Frequency of Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) (4.4.11)
- 2011.04.04: Antidepressant Increase Risk of Atherosclerosis in Middle-Aged Men (4.4.11)
- 2011.04.04: Obesity Increases Risk of Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy (4.3.11)
- 2011.03.29: Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Not at Increased Risk of Uterine Rupture with Labor Induction (3.29.11)
- 2011.03.28: Children with Epilepsy have Increased Risk of Psychiatric Issues (3.30.11)
- 2011.03.25: Ethicon Recalls Surgical Wound Drains Because of Possible Contamination (3.25.11)
- 2011.03.24: High-Sensitivity Troponin Test Better at Predicting Heart Risks (3.24.11)
- 2011.03.24: New Indicators for Predicting Cardiac Risks (3.24.11)
- 2011.03.24: Moderate Alcohol Consumption Good for Heart (3.23.11
- 2011.03.21: Contaminatred Povidine Iodine Prep Pads (3.21.11)
- 2011.03.17: Recall of Various AccuProbe Tests for Group Group B Streptococcust, Tuberculosis and, Mycobacterium Avium Complex Due To False Negative Results (3.17.11)
- 2011.03.16: Implantable Device Monitors Cancer Tumor Growth (3.16.11)
- 2011.03.14: Low-dose Aspirin Increases Risk of Stomach Bleeding (3.14.11)
- 2011.03.08: Cerclage Does Not Increase Risk of Cesarean Delivery (3.8.11)
- 2011.03.08: Kaletra (lopinavir/ritonavir) Oral Solution May Result in Severe Complications For Premature Infants (3.8.11)
- 2011.03.07: Down Syndrome Detected with Blood Test (3.7.11)
- 2011.03.04: Topamax (topiramate) During Pregnancy Increases Risk of Newborn Cleft Lip/Palate (3.4.11)
- 2011.03.03: Opioids During Pregnancy Cause Birth Defects (3.2.11)
- 2011.02.24: Drug Labeling Changes for January 2011 (2.23.11)
- 2011.02.22: Antipsychotic drugs (e.g., Haldol, Risperdal, Ability, Zyprexa, Seroquel) Taken During Pregnancy Increase Risks to Newborns (2.22.11)
- 2011.02.21: Screening and Treating Common Vaginal Infections During Antenatal Care Reduces Preterm Births (2.21.11)
- 2011.02.18: Blindness in Premature Infants Possibly Prevented By Cancer Drug (2.18.11)
- 2011.02.15: High-Fiber Grain Diet Extends Life (2.15.11)
- 2011.02.15: Berries Reduce Risk of Parkinson's (2.15.11)
- 2011.02.15: Elective Delivery Before 39 Weeks Subject to Respiratory Complications Irrespective of Lung Maturity (2.15.11)
- 2011.02.14: Laughing Gas (Nitrous Oxide) Returning To Labor and Delivery (2.14.11)
- 2011.02.11: Rupture of Membrane (Amniotomy) Early on During First Delivery Shortens Labor (2.11.11)
- 2011.02.11: TPA (Tissue Plasminogen Activator) (Thrombolysis) within First Hour of Stroke Reduces Mortality (2.10.11)
- 2011.02.08: New Anticoagulant Dabigatran Degrades 30 Days After Opening Bottle (2.8.11)
- 2011.02.07: Makena (hydroxyprogesterone caproate) Approved by FDA to Reduce Preterm-Birth Risk (2.7.11)
- 2011.02.07: Treating Hemangiomas in Infants with a Beta Blocker/Antihypertensive (2.7.11)
- 2011.02.04: Avandia (rosiglitazone) Increases Risk of Cardiovascular Complications (2.4.11)
- 2011.02.03: Michigan Hospitals see Improved Patient Safety after Instituting ICU Care-Quality Program (2.3.11)
- 2011.02.03: Avastin (Bevacizumab) Treatment for Cancer Patients Increases Risk of Death (2.2.11)
- 2011.02.01: Exercise for Elderly Increases Brain Function (2.1.11)
- 2011.01.26: Rare Cancer Risk with Breast Implants According to FDA (1.26.11)
- 2011.01.24: Women with History of Preterm or Small-for-Gestational-Age (SGA) Births are at Higher Risk of Maternal Metabolic Syndrome (1.24.11)
- 2011.01.21: Induction of Labor Should Involve Proper Counseling and Documented Informed Consent (1.21.11)
- 2011.01.21: New Drug Effective in Treating Metastic Melonoma (1.21.11)
- 2011.01.21: Febrile (Fever) Seizures Occurring in Some Infants Receiving Fluzone (trivalent inactivated influenza vaccine) (1.21.11)
- 2011.01.20: Fecal Transplant May Be Answer to Clostridium Difficile Infection (chronic diarrhea) (1.20.11)
- 2011.01.20: Nitroxoline (antibiotic used for urinary tract infections) Inhibits Growth of Breast and Bladder Cancer Cells (1.20.11)
- 2011.01.20: Post-Cardiac Surgery Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) Wound Infections Reduced 93% with Prophylactic Antibiotics (1.20.11)
- 2011.01.19: Eating your Fruits and Vegetables Reduces Your Risk of Ischemic Heart Disease (1.19.11)
- 2011.01.14: Multaq (dronedarone) May Result in Severe Liver Injury (1.14.11)
- 2011.01.13: Higher Risk in Autism if Pregnancies Occur within Small Time Span of One Another (1.13.11)
- 2011.01.13: Increased Risk of Pregnancy-Related Hypertension (PRH) Associated with Excessive Weight Gain During Pregnancy (1.13.11)
- 2011.01.13: Women Exposed to Benzodiazepines During Reproductive Years Have Increased Risk of Oral Cleft in Newborns (1.13.11)
- 2011.01.12: NSAIDs Pose Increased Risks of Cardiovascular Events (1.12.11)
- 2011.01.11: Resveratrol May Play an Important Role in Breast Cancer Treatment (1.11.11)
- 2011.01.11: Too Much Sitting Around May Increase Risk of Cardiac Complications (1.11.11)
- 2011.01.10: Proposed Check List for Preventing Cesarean-Delivery Complications (1.10.11)
- 2011.01.10: Bright Light During Sleep May Increase Breast Cancer Risk (1.10.11)
- 2011.01.05: MRSA (Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) Clinical Practice Guidelines Published by Infections Diseases Society of America (1.5.11)
- 2011.01.05: Albuterol Mislabeled Dose Vials (1.5.11)
- 2011.01.04: Decreased Birth Complications if Elective Delivery Post 39 Weeks (1.4.11)
- 2010.12.30: Orange Juice may Lower Diastolic Blood Pressure (12.30.10)
- 2010.12.29: New Model may Predict Adverse Outcomes in Preeclampsia (12.29.10)
- 2010.12.29: Injectable Sodium Bicarbonate (USP, 7.5% and 8.4%) 50 mL Single-Dose Vials Recalled Because of Particulates (12.29.10)
- 2010.12.27: Gestational Diabetes Not Properly Assessed Under Current Testing (12.27.10)
- 2010.12.27: Bair Hugger Increases Risk of Infection During Implant Surgeries According to its Inventor (12.27.10)
- 2010.12.23: Prenatal Iron and Folic Acid Supplements May Increase Child's Intelligence (12.23.10)
- 2010.12.22: Abbott Glucose Test Strips Recalled Due to False Low Blood Glucose Results (12.22.10)
- 2010.12.17: Anti-Nausea Drug, Anzemet (dolasetron mesylate), Can Result in QT Prolongation (aka, Tosades de pointes or ventricular tachycardia) (12.17.10)
- 2010.12.14: Open-Heart Surgery Without General Anesthesia (12.14.10)
- 2010.12.13: Blood Pressure Pill (Thelin) Recalled Because of Liver Damage (12.13.10)
- 2010.12.09: Cardiac Enzyme, Troponin T, Sensitive Marker for Increased Risk of Death and Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) (12.9.10)
- 2010.12.06: Epilipsy Drug (Tegretol/carbamazepine) Increases Risk of Spina Bifida When Taken During Pregnancy (12.6.10)
- 2010.12.06: High-Dose Oxytocin (induces labor) for Cesarean Section Increases Risk of Significant Cardiovascular Events (12.6.10)
- 2010.12.03: Nifedipine Effective When Used Prophylactically for Tocolysis (delaying or inhibiting labor) in Preterm Labor (12.3.10)
- 2010.12.03: Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes (PROM) Does Not Increase Risks to Fetus (12.3.10)
- 2010.12.02: Fish Oil Could Help Your Eyesight (12.2.10)
- 2010.12.02: Gestational Diabetes Requires Stringent Glucose Control and Increased Fetal Observation (12.2.10)
- 2010.11.24: Preeclampsia Significantly Reduced with Blood Thinners (11.24.10)
- 2010.11.24: Cinnamon Effective in Controlling Blood Sugar (11.24.10)
- 2010.11.19: Propoxyphene (Darvon/Darvocet) Removed from Market Due to Risk of Serious Cardiac Toxicity
- 2010.11.19: Elevated D-Dimer (fibrin degradation product that is present after a blood clot degraded) Associated with Increased Risk of Atrial Fibrillation Stroke (11.19.10)
- 2010.11.19: Controlling Hypertension with Electrical Stimulation of Renal Nerves (11.18.10)
- 2010.11.17: Night time Deliveries at Increased Risk of Neonatal Encephalopathy (11.17.10)
- 2010.11.17: New CETP Inhibitor (Anacetrapib) Shows Dramatic Cholesterol Benefits (11.17.10)
- 2010.11.17: Second Trimester Amniocentesis for Pregnant Women 35 and Older Result in Increased Risk of Fetal Demise (11.17.10)
- 2010.11.15: Infusion Pump Recall: Sigma Spectrum Infusion Pump Model 35700 (11.15.10)
- 2010.11.12: Label Changes for 34 Prescription Drugs in 2010 (11.12.10)
- 2010.11.08: MRI Accurate In Diagnosing Acute Abdominal Pain after Indeterminate Ultrasound (11.8.10)
- 2010.11.08: Brachial Plexus Maneuvers Effective for Reducing Brachial Nerve Stretch (11.5.10)
- 2010.11.05: Antiepileptic polytherapy (more than one prescription drug) During Pregnancy Associated with Intellectual Deficits (11.5.10)
- 2010.11.03: Hospital of the Future: El Camino Hospital, Silicon Valley, CA (11.3.10)
- 2010.11.03: Excessive Daytime Sleepiness For Elderly Could Signal Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease (11.2.10)
- 2010.11.01: Medtronic's Octopus Nuvo Tissue Stabilizer May Fracture Causing Patient Harm (11.1.10)
- 2010.10.29: Heparin Recalled Due to Trace Contaminant (10.29.10)
- 2010.10.29: Impaired Kidney Function (Low Glomerular Filtration Rate [GFR]) Linked to Increased Risk of Stroke (10.28.10)
- 2010.10.27: Linezolid (Zyvox) More Effective than Vancomycin (Vancocin) in Treating MRSA Pneumonia (10.27.10)
- 2010.10.25: Hyland Teething Tablets May Cause Serious Harm (10.24.10)
- 2010.10.22: Long-term, Low-dose Aspirin Reduces Risk of Colon Cancer (10.22.10)
- 2010.10.20: Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone (GnRH) Used for Early stage of Prostate Cancer is Now Linked to Increased Risk of Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease (10.20.10)
- 2010.10.19: Forteo Regenerates Jaw Bone (10.19.10)
- 2010.10.19: Blood Test Developed to Diagnose Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) (10.18.10)
- 2010.10.15: Over the Counter (OTC) Chelation Products May Be Dangerous Warns FDA (10.14.10)
- 2010.10.11: Treating Gum Disease During Pregnancy is Recommended (10.11.10)
- 2010.10.11: Vitamin D Deficiency During Pregnancy May Increase Risk of Vaginal Bacterial Vaginosis (10.11.10)
- 2010.10.08: Meridia (sibutramine) Withdrawn From Market Because of Increased Risk of Serious Cardiovascular Complications (10.9.10)
- 2010.10.08: Cerebral Palsy More Likely with APGAR Score Under 3 at 5 Minutes (10.8.10)
- 2010.10.07: Angiotensinogen (protein) Tied to Cause of Preeclampsia (10.7.10)
- 2010.10.04: Faith and Health: New Data Indicates it is Beneficial (10.4.10)
- 2010.10.04: Rufinamide (Banzel) Promising For Reducing Partial Seizures (10.4.10)
- 2010.10.04: Preeclampsia (elevated blood pressure during pregnancy) More Likely with Inadequate Sleep (10.3.10)
- 2010.10.01: Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) Possible Predictor of Future Coronary Risks
- 2010.09.28: Epogen and Procrit (epoetin alfa) For Anemic Dialysis Patients Recalled Due to Glass Particles (9.27.10)
- 2010.09.24: Carotid endarterectomy (CAE) Results in Reduced Risk of Stroke for Patients with Asymptomatic Stenosis (9.24.10)
- 2010.09.23: Avandia Use Restricted By FDA and Banned in Europe Due to Cardiac Risks (9.23.10)
- 2010.09.23: Some Antipsychotic Drugs Increase Risk of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) (9.23.10)
- 2010.09.22: Hyperglycemia (elevated blood sugar) Increases Risk of Postoperative Infections (6.22.10)
- 2010.09.21: Good Hearth Health Includes Annual Flu Shot (9.21.10)
- 2010.09.21: Johnson & Johnson (DePuy) Hip Replacement Recall (9.21.10)
- 2010.09.21: Diabetes Drug, Actos, May Increase Risk of Bladder Cancer (9.17.10)
- 2010.09.17: Vitamin D Deficiency May Be Linked to Heart Disease (9.17.10)
- 2010.09.16: Super Antibiotics being Developed to Fight Super Bacteria (9.16.10)
- 2010.09.16: Preterm Newborn Morbidity Algorithm Better Predictor than APGAR (9.12.10)
- 2010.09.16: Labeling Changes for Twenty-four Medications 9.15.10)
- 2010.09.16: New Photochemical Tissue Bonding may Replace Sutures (9.15.10)
- 2010.09.13: Short Cervix and U-Shaped Funnel at Higher Risk of Preterm Delivery (9.12.10)
- 2010.09.10: Label Change for Gadolinium-based Contrast Agents to Reflect Risk of Rare Kidney Complication (9.9.10)
- 2010.09.10: American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Recommends Young Girls Receive HPV Vaccinations (9.9.10)
- 2010.09.08: Risk of Catheter Separation Found with AngioSculpt "EX" PTCA Scoring Balloon Catheter by AngioScore
- 2010.09.07: Metformin (Diabetes II Drug used to Control Glucose) May Fight Cancer (9.5.10)
- 2010.09.02: High-Risk Pregnancies Better Off at Specialized (Level III) Hospitals (9.2.10)
- 2010.09.02: Selenium May Reduce Risk of Bladder Cancer (9.2.10)
- 2010.09.01: Increased Mortality Risk Associated with Tygacil (tigecycline) (9.1.10)
- 2010.09.01: Apixaban (new anticoagulant) Reduces Risk of Strokes for Atrial Fibrillation Patients Better Than Aspirin (9.1.10)
- 2010.09.01: Cerebral Palsy More Common Among Early and Late Births (9.1.10)
- 2010.08.30: Bone Marrow Stem Cells Injected in Heart May Improve Ventricular Function (8.30.10)
- 2010.08.26: Drinking One to Two Cups of Coffee Daily is Good for Your Heart (8.26.10)
- 2010.08.25: Vitamin D Very Important to Health (8.25.10
- 2010.08.25: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologist (ACOG) Makes Recommendations For Preventing Surgical Errors (8.25.10)
- 2010.08.25: Forceps Delivery Associated with Pelvic Organ Prolapse Later in Life (8.25.10)
- 2010.08.24: INOMAX (Nitric Oxide) Delivery System Recalled Due to Risk of Interruption of Drug Flow (8.24.10)
- 2010.08.24: Antibiotics Before C-Section Recommended by ACOG (8.24.10)
- 2010.08.24: Oral Misoprostol (Cytotec) Possibly as Effective in Inducing Labor as Intravenous Oxytocin (8.24.10)
- 2010.08.20: Prenatal Exposure to Pesticides/Bug Sprays Increase Risk of ADHD Children (8.20.10)
- 2010.08.20: Unapproved Intrauterine Devices (IUDs) May Be Dangerous (8.20.10)
- 2010.08.17: Chocolate, Especially From Europe, Lowers Heart Failure (HF) Risk (8.17.10)
- 2010.08.17: Enzyme-Base Antimicrobial Nanocomposite Film Placed on Hospital Surfaces and Surgical Equipment Controls MRSA (8.17.10)
- 2010.08.16: St. Jude 6 French Engage Introducer Devices Recalled by FDA Due to Separation of Shaft From Hub (8.16.10)
- 2010.08.13: Paroxetine Use During Pregnancy Associate with Increased Risk of Heart Defects in Newborns (8.13.10)
- 2010.08.13: Acetaminophen Associated with Increased Risk of Asthma in Children (8.13.10)
- 2010.08.13: Seizure Medication for Children (Lamictal/lamotrigine) Increases Risk of Aseptic Meningitis (8.13.10)
- 2010.08.11: Bard Retrievable and G2 Vena Cava Filters Subject to Fracture (8.10.10)
- 2010.08.10: Licorice Consumption During Pregnancy Likely Dangerous to Fetus (8.10.10)
- 2010.08.09: Processed Foods and Carbonated Beverages Containing Phosphates May Accelerate Aging (8.8.10)
- 2010.08.06: Bigger Babies Associated with Pregnancy Weight Gain Exceeding 53 LBS (8.6.10)
- 2010.08.02: Nimodipine Oral Capsules Administered via IV May Result in Serious Harm or Death (8.2.10)
- 2010.07.29: Evamist (estradiol/estrogen topical spray) Results in Premature Puberty For Children Unintentionally Exposed (7.29.10)
- 2010.07.29: Cubicin (IV antibacterial drug) Associated with Eosinophilic Pneumonia (7.29.10)
- 2010.07.28: Medtronic's New Device Used to Fuse vertebral bone, Amplify, Receives 6-5 Decision from FDA Advisory Panel for Approval (7.29.10)
- 2010.07.28: Thyroid autoantibodies signal increased risk Placental Abruption (7.28.10)
- 2010.07.26: Cricoid Pressure During Intubation of Trauma Patients May Be Harmful (7.23.10)
- 2010.07.21: Preterm Delivery Associated with Overweight and Obese Pregnant Mothers (7.21.10)
- 2010.07.16: Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs) May Be Linked to Increased Risk of Cancer (7.15.10)
- 2010.07.16: Advair Diskus Product Safety Warning on Stolen Inhalers (7.15.10)
- 2010.07.13: Arava (leflunomide), an Arthritis Drug, Associated with Severe Liver Injury
- 2010.07.12: Diet Supplement Que She Contains Dangerous Combination of Drugs According to FDA (7.12.10)
- 2010.07.08: Qualaquin (quinine sulfate) Should Not Be Used for Nighttime Leg Cramps (7.8.10)
- 2010.07.06: CT Scans May Result in Cancer Decades Later (7.6.10)
- 2010.07.06: New Study Data Proves That There is No Increased Risk of Pregnancy Complications Associated With Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) During Pregnancy (7.5.10)
- 2010.07.02: Physio-Control's LIFEPAK 20 & LIFEPAK 20e External Defibrillator/Monitors: Class I Recall Due To Power Supply Failure (7.2.10)
- 2010.07.02: Rosiglitazone: More Evidence Showing Adverse Cardiovascular Events (7.2.10)
- 2010.07.02: Moderate Alcohol Consumption May Result in Better Health for Post-Heart Attack Patients than Non-Consumption (7.1.10)
- 2010.07.02: Possible Exposure to Dangerous Viruses for as Many as 1800 Veterans at the Missouri VA Hospital (7.1.10)
- 2010.06.29: Oral Cancer detection with Digital Camera and Fiber-Optic Cable (6.29.10)
- 2010.06.28: Bacteria Found in the Stomach Associated with Arthritis (6.25.10)
- 2010.06.25: Lung on a Chip Created by Harvard Researchers (6.25.10)
- 2010.06.25: Increased Risk of Asthma Associate with Use of Long-Acting Beta-Agonist (LABA) (6.25.10)
- 2010.06.23: Healthcare in U.S. Most Expensive In World and One of the Poorest in Performance (6.23.10)
- 2010.06.23: Mylotarg (gemtuzumab ozogamicin) Used for Acute Myloid Leukemia (AML) Withdrawn From Market After New Safety Concerns (6.21.10)
- 2010.06.16: Statins Associated with Liver Dysfunction, Acute Renal Failure, Myopathy and Cataracts (6.16.10)
- 2010.06.14: Risk of Cancer Associated With Angiotensin-Receptor Blocker (ARB) (6.14.10)
- 2010.06.11: Possible Increased Risk of Heart Attack for Type 2 Diabetics Taking Benicar (6.11.10)
- 2010.06.11: Treating Severe Thrombotic Strokes by Vacuuming Out Clot (6.10.10)
- 2010.06.11: Recall On Hospira's Liposyn and Propofol (6.10.10)
- 2010.06.10: NATION'S TOP SPECIALTY CHILDREN'S HOSPITALS (6.10.10)
- 2010.06.10: Battery Recall for Defibtech DBP-2800 Batter used in Lifeline AED and ReviveR AED (6.9.10)
- 2010.06.10: Blood Type Testing Using Paper--Significantly More Cost-Effective (6.9.10)
- 2010.06.07: Prescription Drugs Printed on Pill Offer Safer, More Effective Treatment (6.7.10)
- 2010.06.07: Off-Label Use of Drugs Draws Large Fines But Doesn't Deter Drug Manufacturers (6.7.10)
- 2010.06.04: GammaGard Liquid, Immune Globulin Intravenous (Human) RECALLED (6.4.10)
- 2010.06.04: Unread Echocardiograms Worse Than Initially Reported by Harlem Hospital (6.4.10)
- 2010.06.01: Claris IV Medications (Metronidazole, Ciprofloxacin and Ondansetron sold under the Claris, Sagent Pharmaceuticals, Pfizer, and West-Ward Pharmaceuticals labels) Recalled because of contamination (6.1.10)
- 2010.05.28: Changes in Annual CA-125 Tests' Results May Provide Effective Detection for Early-Stage Ovarian Cancer (5.28.10)
- 2010.05.27: Medical Insurer's Code of Conduct Recently Adopted by American Medical Association (AMA) Stresses Need to Earn Patient Trust (5.27.10)
- 2010.05.27: Enterovirus: Link to Early Stage of Type I Diabetes? (5.27.10)
- 2010.05.27: Some ignored Harlem hospital tests showing signs of abnormal heart function (5.27.10).
- 2010.05.27: Orlistat (Xenical and Alli) Associated with Rare Cases of Severe Liver Damage
- 2010.05.27: Can Probiotics Prevent Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Preterm Infants? (5.26.10)
- 2010.05.25: COPD Patients May Benefit From Beta-Blockers
- 2010.05.25: Strengthened Warnings for Ultram (tramadol hydrochloride) and Ultracet (tramadol hydrochloride/acetaminophen) (5.25.10)
- 2010.05.21: B-12 Deficiency Associated with Metformin (Insulin) (5.21.10)
- 2010.05.20: Clostridium difficile Airborne transmission
- 2010.05.20: Febrile (Fever) Children: Diagnostic Model for Predicting When Antibiotics Are Required to Treat Serious Bacterial Infections (SBI) (5.20.10)
- 2010.05.19: Young, Pregnant and Smoking: Lethal Combination for Fetus (5.19.10)
- 2010.05.18: Injectable Metronidazole 500 mg / 100 ml Recalled for Non-Sterility (5.18.10)
- 2010.05.17: Obesity Increases Risk of Surgical Delivery (5.17.10)
- 2010.05.17: Renewed Interest in Primary Care Physicians Critical Role in Healthcare (5.17.10)
- 2010.05.14: Low Umbilical Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) pH Significantly Associated Poor Neonatal Outcomes (5.14.10)
- 2010.05.13: GE Aisys and Avance Anesthesia Systems Recalled
- 2010.05.12: Super Obesity (BMI > or = 50) Results in Increased Pregnancy Complications (5.11.10)
- 2010.05.12: Eat Nuts For a Healthy Heart (5.12.10)
- 2010.05.04: Baxter Colleague Infusion Pumps Recalled (5.4.10)
- 2010.05.03: GnRH Agonists (Lupron, Zoladex, Trelstar, Viadur, Vantas, Eligard, Synarel), Used to Treat Prostate Cancer, May Increase Risk of Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease (5.3.10)
- 2010.04.29: Cardiac Science Automated External Defibrillators - Powerheart, Cardiovive, NK, Responder models Recalled (4.27.10)
- 2010.04.22: Amiodarone-Induced Pulmonary Toxicity
- 2010.04.22: Physico-Control LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator (4.22.10)
- 2010.04.21: Propylthiouracil May Cause Severe Liver Injury Warns FDA (4.21.10)
- 2010.04.21: Despite Law, Many Hospitals Fail to Report Disciplined Physicians (4.21.10)
- 2010.04.20: Valoproate Sodium (e.g., Depakote) Causes Birth Defects, FDA Renewed Warning (April 17, 2010)
- 2010.04.20: Byetta Linked to Altered Kidney Function (April 18, 2010)
- 2010.04.20: Zyprexa should be used with caution in treating adolescents (April 19, 2010)
- 2010.04.16: NSAIDs do not increase false negative results of Rapid Urease Test (RUT) for diagnosing Helicobacter pylori (4.15.10)
- 2010.04.14: Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Associated with Women who Suffer Migraines (4.14.10)
- 2010.04.13: FDA Strengthening Process for Radiation Equipment Approval (4.13.10)
- 2010.04.13: Treatement of Gestational Diabetes Reduces Rate of Shoulder Dystocia (4.13.10)
- 2010.04.09: Scottsdale Physician Pleads Guilty to Medicare Fraud (April 9, 2010)
- 2010.04.09: Aspirin Reduces Risk of Death and Metastasis in Breast Cancer Patients (April 7, 2010)
- 2010.04.08: Maalox medication
- 2010.04.08: Class 1 recall of AB5000
- 2010.04.08: FDA adds Boxed Warnings to Plavix
- 2010.04.08: Class l Recall of Baxter HmeChoice and HomeCoice Dialysis Systems
- 2010.03.31: Stalevo may Increase Risk of Prostate Cancer
- 2010.03.29: FDA Ignored Radiation Warnings From Unnecessary CT Scans (3.29.10)
- 2010.03.25: Pre-black box warning lawsuits concerning OsmoPrep kidney damage
- 2010.03.23: FDA recommends temporary suspension of Rotarix Vaccine pending further investigation of porcine cirovirus type 1 (PCV1) DNA
- 2010.03.22: Cleviprex Recalled Because of Particulates (3.19.10)
- 2010.03.19: Boston Scientific Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICD): Recall (3.19.10)
- 2010.03.19: High doses of Zocor (simvastatin) increases risk of muscle injury (3.10.2010)
- 2010.03.17: Bone-loss drugs taken more than five years increase risk of hip fracture (3.17.10)
- 2010.03.16: Test Strips Recall
- 2010.03.16: Diabetic Heart Treatments Questionable (3.16.10)
- 2010.03.15: FDA Recall of Transseptal Sheath Introducer Kits
- 2010.03.15: FDA Class I Recall
- 2010.03.15: MicroMed Cardiovascular receives FDA warning for failing to report death (March 13, 2010)
- 2010.03.05: PCB's found in fish oil supplements
