U.S. Hospitals Overuse, Misuse Antibiotics, CDC Says
2014-03-04
To fight drug resistance, agency seeks $30 million more, recommends hospitals improve prescription practicesContinue Reading
Hangovers Don’t Delay the Next Drink, Study Finds
2014-03-04
The painful after-effects of too much booze may be seen as just a temporary nuisance, researchers sayContinue Reading
Nearly 3 Million Americans Living With Hepatitis C
2014-03-03
Many aren’t aware they carry the liver-destroying virus, experts sayContinue Reading
Study Finds 1 in 3 Tennesseans Uses Narcotic Painkillers Each Year
2014-03-03
And national research shows majority of prescription drug abusers supplied through family, friendsContinue Reading
Vaccines Prevent Millions of Infections, Save Billions in Costs: CDC
2014-03-03
But messages about immunization benefits often don’t achieve intended goal, researchers discoverContinue Reading
Eye-Catching Labels Urged for Fast-Tracked Antibiotics
2014-03-02
Letter to Congress from medical groups focuses on ‘superbug’ threatContinue Reading
Steroids Often Prescribed for Psoriasis, Countering Guidelines
2014-02-28
Their use may cause skin flare-ups and isn’t backed by evidence, study author saysContinue Reading
Blacks Respond Better to German Measles Vaccine, Study Contends
2014-02-28
Future immunization research may target specific groups or individuals, scientist saysContinue Reading
Common Asthma Meds May Raise Sleep Apnea Risk, Study Says
2014-02-28
Preliminary finding saw possible link between certain inhaler drugs and the sleep disorder, but more research neededContinue Reading
Study Questions FDA Warning Against CT Scans for Those With Heart Devices
2014-02-27
It found no harm to patients with devices such as pacemakers, defibrillators, but agency still concerned
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