Thursday, December 11, 2008

FDA Weighs In on Risks of Popular Asthma Drugs

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Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008

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FDA Weighs In on Risks of Popular Asthma Drugs
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3210Nec4j0IfV0BZtZ0Ee
Why It Matters:
If you are one of the large number of patients who rely on some of
today's popular asthma-controlling drugs, don't miss reading this
important announcement from the FDA about their safety - and be sure
to discuss any questions and concerns with your doctor.
Also See:
> FDA Panel Asks: Are Asthma Drugs Safe?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3210Nec4j0IfV0BZtK0EP
> FDA, WebMD Announce Unique Partnership
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3210Nec4j0IfV0BZtL0EQ

WebMD FAQ: Stimulant Safety
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3210Nec4j0IfV0BZta0El
Why It Matters:
While many people have relied on stimulants such as Ritalin to treat attention disorders, many are also using it solely for a brainpower boost. However, in a new report from Nature, that may not be all bad. Get the details on this medical and .

Cutting Health Care Costs: 8 Tips on Children's Care
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3210Nec4j0IfV0BZtM0ER
Why It Matters:
Everyone, it seems, is feeling the crunch of our economic times. WebMD
delivers helpful tips from the experts in health care on how to make
the most of your dollar as you do all you can to keep your kids
healthy. See part 3 of this WebMD series of special reports.
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> Part 1: Drugs - 11 Dos and Dont's
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> Part 2: Doctor Visits - 11 Dos and Dont's
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3210Nec4j0IfV0BZtO0ET

New Breast Cancer Drugs on the Horizon
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3210Nec4j0IfV0BZtb0Em
Why It Matters:
Important news for those facing breast cancer as a new or recurring
diagnosis. See this report direct from the San Antonio Breast Cancer
Symposium held Dec. 10-14, 2008.

'Sweet' News for Your Waistline?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3210Nec4j0IfV0BZtc0En
Why It Matters:
High-fructose corn syrup has gotten a bad rap in the recent past. But
from a new study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the
sweet ingredient in many of today's popular foods may not be such a
demon. Get the details.

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