China Calls For Better Hygiene In Epidemics Battle
The Chinese government plans to step up public hygiene to control epidemics in the coming summer, said the State Council, or China's Cabinet, in Beijing Wednesday.
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Roxane Launches Ropinirole Hydrochloride Tablets
Roxane Laboratories announced the approval of its ANDA for Ropinirole Hydrochloride Tablets, 0.25mg, 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg, 3mg, 4mg, 5mg by FDA.
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Hydrox Recalls Alcohol-Free Mouthwash For Hospitals
A voluntary recall has been issued for an alcohol-free mouthwash manufactured by Hydrox and labeled with the Cardinal Health brand name.
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Some Drug Prices Can Vary By $100 Or More
For consumers who pay for all or most of their prescription drugs out of pocket, a new price study by Consumer Reports finds that it pays to shop around.
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Novartis' Meningitis Vaccine Shows Treatment Promise
Novartis' clinical trial of meningitis vaccine Menveo showed the drug successfully boosts immune system possibly becoming a treatment in the future.
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Spring Into Sunny Weather But Stay Sun Safe
As the weather grows warmer, people's thoughts turn to outdoor activities and enjoying the sunshine.
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Computer Keyboards Dirtier Than Toilets, Effect Hygiene
A new study has found that most of computer keyboards are dirtier than toilets making them riskier for personal hygiene reasons. Keyboards are homes for harmful bacteria and an easy way for bacteria transmission from one person to another.
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FDA Approves Advair For COPD
FDA approved Advair Diskus for the reduction of exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who have a history of exacerbations.
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ADA Stresses Good Oral Health During Pregnancy
ADA wants to remind mothers-to-be that maintaining good oral health is an important part of overall health, especially during pregnancy.
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What's Natural In Personal Care Products?
As the demand for "natural" personal care products - such as lotions, balms and shampoos - continues to soar, manufacturers are responding with a host of new products. Some are natural, some aren't.
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Does Your Doctor Still Use Paper Prescriptions?
In 2007, patients in US left their doctors office with at least one prescription on 550 million separate occasions.
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Merck Receives Not Approvable Letter From FDA for MK-0524A
Two days ago Merck received a Not Approvable action letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the Company's New Drug Application (NDA) for MK-0524A (ER niacin/laropiprant) for the treatment of primary hypercholesterolemia or mixed dyslipidemia.
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FDA To Fill 1300 New Positions To Improve Drug Safety
The FDA is hiring hundreds of individuals with science and medical backgrounds to help meet the agency's responsibilities to assure the safety and/or efficacy of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, food, cosmetics and products that emit radiation.
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Patients Often Don't Take What Doctor Ordered
Patients often do not take the medicines their doctors prescribe, and a new review of existing research suggests that there is no proven way to get them to follow directions for long periods.
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FDA Approves Amitiza For IBS-C
FDA approved Amitiza for the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation in adult women aged 18 and over.
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Lupin Launches Suprax 400mg Tablets
Lupin Pharmaceuticals launches Suprax 400mg Tablets (Cefixime USP) in the US.
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Nothing But The Tooth
As powered toothbrushes become more popular, what do Americans feel is an appropriate alternative use for their old-fashioned manual brushes?
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FDA: Give Authority To Improve Prescription Drug Safety
In order to improve the safety of imported prescription drugs and medications FDA asks the Congress for more authority and resources.
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Extra Ingredients Prompt Digitek Digoxin Recall
The fact that the heart failure treatment drug Digitek (Digoxin) may contain twice the approved level of active ingredient than is appropriate has prompted Digitek recall by Actavis Totowa.
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Healthy Weight Is Everyone's Business
Maintaining a healthy weight is a struggle that touches every demographic group - regardless of age, sex, race or religion.
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Actavis Totowa Recalls Bertek And UDL Laboratories Digitek
Actavis Totowa is initiating a Class I nationwide recall of Digitek (digoxin tablets, USP, all strengths) for oral use.
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How Diagnostic Errors Happen To People
Research explores doctor's overconfidence as a contributing factor to diagnostic errors in medical practice.
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Patients Often Don't Take What Doctor Ordered
Patients often do not take the medicines their doctors prescribe, and a new review of existing research suggests that there is no proven way to get them to follow directions for long periods.
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Most Americans Claim Their Doc Needs A Prescription For Better Bedside Manners
Vast majority of Americans wish their doctors demonstrated the 'care' in the term heath care.
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Rounder Teeth Provide More Feminine, Youthful Appearance
Changing the size and shape of your teeth can significantly improve your smile as well as rejuvenate your overall appearance.
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Wired, Working Americans Let Nighttime Health Routines Slide
Americans are busier than ever before, often at the expense of their personal health.
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Certain antibodies signals healthier teeth and gums
Antibodies present in people with good oral health could become the first tool for dental professionals to assess a patient's probable response to periodontal disease treatments.
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New Partnership To End Poor Self Image
The True Campaign seeks to end the crisis of poor self-image among women by challenging cultural ideals about identity and beauty.
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FDA Approves Breckenridge's Generic Activella
FDA has granted final approval for Breckenridge Pharmaceutical's ANDA to market its generic version of Novo Nordisk's Activella Tablets (Estradiol/Norethindrone Acetate 1.0mg / 0.5mg) Tablets.
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Working Out While Injured
A strained muscle, sprained ankle or foot injury can make even the most motivated exerciser feel discouraged when it comes to working out.
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Heritage Introduces Nimodipine Soft Gel Capsules
Heritage Pharmaceuticals announced the immediate availability of Nimodipine Soft Gelatin Capsules in 30 mg strength.
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Editor Addresses High-Cost Specialty Drugs
USA Today published an opposing viewpoint editorial and opinion piece addressing so-called "tiered" pricing for prescription drugs.
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What You Don't Know Could Hurt You
The first step to making healthy choices is knowing how many calories a day to consume.
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Study Demonstrates Increase In Absorption Of Oral B12
Emisphere Technologies announced that additional preclinical in vivo studies using dogs further demonstrate that its proprietary eligen technology enhances the absorption of oral B12.
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Vioxx-Ghostwriters Write Medical Studies
Litigation involving drug maker Merck has revealed new information about safety concerns associated with the drug Vioxx, pulled from the market in 2004. Legal documents recently made public show the company found an increased risk in mortality rates during clinical trials to treat patients with Alzheimer's disease but the dangers were never made clear to the public.
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Customized Health Education Not Always Necessary
New research adds to evidence that health officials do not always need to customize educational materials for all patients about the screening tests they should take.
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Evaluating Internet Medical Info Requires Caution
The vast quantities of medical information available on the Internet can be overwhelming to a patient searching for reliable health information.
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HPV Research Shows Everyone Is At Risk for Deadly Oral Cancer
Dentists have always been viewed as essential to maintaining patients' dental health, but today's dentists are playing the role of life-savers. That's a result of new findings concerning deadly oral cancer, and new tools being used by dentists to detect it.
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Fluoride-Induced Spots On Teeth Harm Kids' Self-Esteem
Fluoride exposure is rising and causing children's tooth imperfections, ranging from white spots to brownish discolorations and pitting (fluorosis).
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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Says 40000 Patient Data Missing
A Federal investigation and a NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital internal audit have uncovered the possible theft of personal identity information, including names, phone numbers, and in some cases social security numbers, of approximately 40,000 hospital patients at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center.
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