Water Fluoridation Can Improve Dental, Oral Health
Currently, only about half of Pennsylvania's population is served by water systems with the optimal level of fluoride to prevent tooth decay.
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Does Chronic Disease Management Improve Health?
Some chronic disease management efforts, even among relatively low-risk patients, may be an effective strategy.
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Novalar Receives FDA Approval For OraVerse
FDA has granted marketing approval for Novalar Pharmaceuticals' OraVerse (phentolamine mesylate).
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Common Drug Eases Leg Cramping
People with leg cramps caused by narrowing blood vessels often stop walking because of the pain.
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Massachusetts Coalition Wants Controls on Drug Marketing
A coalition of Massachusetts community organizations, nonprofits, insurers, and health care providers is asking the state government to regulate the marketing practices of pharmaceutical companies, claiming it will help ensure more affordable prescription drugs for everyone.
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Using Decision Aids During the Office Visit to Improve Patient Satisfaction
Involving patients in decisions about their own health care by using decision aids - tools designed to help people better understand the risks and benefits of different options - during the patient-physician consultation appears to improve patient satisfaction and involvement.
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Education Campaign Reduces Antibiotic Prescribing
A multi-pronged campaign promoting judicious antibiotic use through physician education and public information was successful in reducing the prescribing of antibiotics, but the campaign did not affect physicians' self-reported attitudes or practices.
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Patients Prefer Doctors With Whom They Share Values
The patient-physician relationship is strengthened when patients see themselves as similar to their physicians in personal beliefs, values and communication style.
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Take Precautions To Avoid Tick Bites
The arrival of warmer weather means ticks have arrived in Lambton County and residents need to take precautions from being bitten.
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Consumers Warned Against Ayurvedic Medicinal Products
Health Canada is reminding consumers who choose to use unapproved Ayurvedic medicinal products that some of these products may contain high levels of heavy metals.
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FDA Approves First Generic Ropinirole
FDA has approved the first generic versions of Requip tablets for the treatment of moderate to severe Restless Legs Syndrome.
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Medicare To Protect Beneficiaries In Advantage, Prescription Programs
Medicare proposes new way to protect Medicare beneficiaries in Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Programs and tightens marketing standards protecting beneficiaries from inappropriate cost sharing.
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Barr Announces Approval Of Generic Yasmin
Barr Laboratories has received final approval from FDA for ANDA to manufacture and market a generic version of Yasmin, an oral contraceptive product manufactured and marketed by Bayer Schering Pharma, AG.
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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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