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FEATURED STORIES - July 02, 2009
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Cystic Fibrosis Treatment May Cause Hearing Loss
Ear evaluation urged for youngsters taking common antibacterial medication
New Drug Could Work Against Leukemia
Researchers see promise for treatment of AML and other cancers
Kids With Type 1 Diabetes Often Overweight
Study explores weight problems faced by youngsters with the disease
Odd Behaviors on Ambien Linked to Brain Circuitry
When the sleep aid shuts down one set of neurons, another set wakes up: study
Another Genetic Link to Testicular Cancer Is Found
Discovery may help explain why disease runs in families
Study Casts Doubt on Low IQ's Role in Early Death
Adjustments for behavior dampen the negative effect, study finds
C-Section Stress Could Alter Baby's Immune Cells
And that might raise odds for diabetes, asthma later on, researchers say
Living Alone Increases Odds of Developing Dementia
Losing a partner through divorce or death in middle age may triple the risk, study shows
Increasing Alcohol Use Tied to More Hospitalization
Heavy drinkers were affected most, but link holds for even mild use, study finds
If 2 Painkillers Are Banned, What Next?
Other options, available and in the pipeline, could plug a Percocet-Vicodin gap, experts say
Why Swine Flu Differs From Seasonal Flu
Pandemic virus affects lungs and stomach, whereas seasonal flu doesn't, researchers say
Clinical Trials Update: July 2, 2009
- Rhinitis, Allergic, Perennial
- Depression
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
- Menopause and Osteoporosis Prevention
- Healthy Volunteers (Ages 18-65)
FDA Panel Urges Ban on Vicodin, Percocet
Also recommends dosing limits for OTC painkillers that contain acetaminophen, like Tylenol or Excedrin, because of link to liver damage.
Study Supports Wider Use of Statins
Data shows reduction in heart attacks, strokes among those without established heart disease
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