Health News Archives

NeuroStar Depression Therapy Cleared
Targets nerve cells with magnetic pulses

FDA Rules How Much Melamine Is Too Much
In wake of China food scare, agency says any amount is too much for infants

FDA Wants More Time to Study Cold Meds for Kids
More data needed on whether OTC remedies are safe, agency official tells public meeting

Scams and Shams That Prey on Cancer Patients
In some cases, unproven 'therapies' can be dangerous, experts say

FDA Faulted for Lack of Produce Oversight
Congressional report cites insufficient funding and resources

’Superbug’ Test Detects MRSA Faster
Existing diagnostics can take up to 3 days

Anemia Drugs Linked to Stroke Study Deaths: FDA
Procrit, Aranesp already bear warning labels due to cancer concerns, experts note

Many Trial Reports on FDA-Approved Drugs Go Unpublished
Selective reporting may color record of comparisons to other meds, study says

FDA Goes After Unapproved Eye Washes, Skin Ointments
Salt solutions, topicals containing papain face seizure after adverse events reported

FDA Proposes Regulations for Genetically Engineered Animals
Producers must provide safety and efficacy data before market approval