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USPSTF Finds Evidence Lacking for Sleep Apnea Screening
I statement indicates insufficient evidence for assessing balance of benefits, harms of screening
Sales of Zecuity Migraine Skin Patches Halted
Some users have developed skin discoloration, cracked skin, and pain where patches were applied
FDA Approves Cholera Vaccine for U.S. Travelers
Liquid vaccine Vaxchora approved for adults ages 18 to 64
CDC: Cigarette Smoking Rates Down Among U.S. Adolescents
However, e-cigarette use and rates of distracted driving are on the rise
WHO Advises Delaying Pregnancy in Zika-Affected Areas
However, the CDC has decided against this kind of recommendation in the United States
California’s Right-to-Die Law Now in Effect
Move raises percentage of terminally ill patients in United States who will now have this option
New Synthetic Drug Linked to Dozens of Deaths Across U.S.
U-47700 is an opioid that is nearly eight times more powerful than morphine
FDA Warns of Overdoses of Anti-Diarrhea Drug
Loperamide can cause serious heart problems when taken in higher-than-recommended amounts
Serious Bleeding Risks Linked to OTC Antacids Containing Aspirin
Alka Seltzer, Bromo Seltzer among over-the-counter products vulnerable patients should avoid, FDA says
FDA Urges Food Manufacturers to Reduce Sodium in Their Products
Agency sets short- and long-term goals in effort to cut Americans' risk of hypertension, CVD, stroke
