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FDA Finds Penicillin Drug Abuse in NY Farm Animals

The FDA has issued letters of warning to two New York food production operations suspected in violation of adulterated food brought about by misuse of animal medications.

Secondhand Smoke Harms Toddlers, Obese Children

Although secondhand smoke harms all children, it is especially hazardous for toddlers and obese kids. That is the findings of a study presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2009, which also noted that in addition to respiratory problems, secondhand smoke also has negative cardiovascular effects.

New Immune Cells Th22 Prevent, Treat Inflammation

Scientists have discovered a new type of immune cells, Th22, which can protect the body against inflammation. This may lead the way to new treatments for inflammatory skin diseases such as psoriasis and respiratory diseases such as asthma.

Alcohol Poisoning Causes University of Arkansas Student Hospitalization

It has been a week since Nicholas Brown, 18, attended the Phi Delta Lamda party which later resulted in his trip to the hospital emergency room. Both the University of Arkansas and the national office of Phi Delta Lamda report Brown’s blood alcohol level was found to be 0.680.

Arkansas Has 20 Confirmed Deaths Due to H1N1 Influenza

Arkansas reported it’s first H1N1 influenza death August 10. Since then 19 more deaths have been added to bring the total to 20 confirmed deaths due to H1N1 influenza.

Giving Thanks Helps Depression, Study

Depression is an uncomfortable disorder and is a silent killer and being grateful and giving thanks does wonders for depression so says study after study.

Men last five times longer with premature ejaculation spray

Researchers present findings that men could soon have a prescription spray to prevent premature ejaculation (PE). Using a blend of Lidocaine and Prilocaine, sprayed onto the glans of the penis five minutes before intercourse, helped study participants delay ejaculation. Currently there are no approved prescription options to treat premature ejaculation. The spray, if approved by the FDA could be available in just over a year.

 
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