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Children Often Misdiagnosed in ER Doctors often confuse regular stomach problems with appendictis symptoms.

Fan May Reduce SIDS Risk Study finds room ventilation an overlooked factor.

Some Breakfast Cereals Marketed to Children Are High in Sugar U.S. brands have more sugar content than overseas versions.

FDA's Melamine Decision Scares Consumers But experts see it as a positive sign.

DeLauro Raps FDA On Melamine Risk Guidelines Congresswoman says agency condones contamination of food.

FDA Issues Report On Melamine and Food Safety Assessment indicates that any trace of chemical is a health concern, but only in infant formula.

Campaign Launched to Protect Tweens' Hearing Promotes awareness on exposure to noise sources that harm youth.

Melamine-Tainted Chinese Candy Shows Up in U.S. Suspect White Rabbit Creamy Candy found in at least two states.

Dietary Supplements Show Same Cartilage Loss Results as Placebos Osteoarthritis sufferers show no change in tests.

Many Booster Seats Aren't Up to the Job 13 of 41 seats tested don't make the grade.

Hershey's Says Chocolates Are Safe from Chinese Melamine Scandal Candy-maker says U.S.-made products are untainted.

More Impurities Showing Up In Ground Water, USGS Says Study shows increase in nitrate contamination.

Asian Baby Death Toll From Infant Formula Rises FDA claims U.S. formula is safe, despite pet deaths last year.

Study Links BPA with Various Diseases Chemical compound may contribute to diabetes and heart conditions.

Mars Recalls More Pet Food; Possible Salmonella Contamination Recalled dog, cat food was made at Mars plant in Pennsylvania.

Alfalfa Sprouts Recalled in Salmonella Outbreak New incident reported in Washington state.

CDC Counts 2.4 Million Tobacco-Linked Cancer Cases in Five Years Lung and bronchial cancers top the list.

U.S. Children Heavily Exposed to Flame-Retardant Chemicals High concentration of banned retardant found in infants and toddlers.

CDC Counts 2.4 Million Tobacco-Linked Cancer Cases in Five Years Lung and bronchial cancers top the list.

FDA Again Finds BPA Safe Despite Critics' Concerns Widespread use of potent chemical in infant products riles parents.

Whole Foods Recalls Fresh Ground Beef Meat came from troubled Nebraska Beef plant.

How to Keep Your Carotid Arteries Healthy Clogged arteries can lead to stroke, disease.

Cancer Center Workers Warned about Cell Phone Risks Cell phone use should be limited, University of Pittsburgh cautions.

Jalapeño Peppers from Mexico Recalled Peppers linked to Salmonella outbreak; tomatoes cleared.

Americans Becoming Even More Obese, CDC Says Obesity increased 2% from 2005-2007, study finds.

Do Tobacco Firms Cut Menthol to Hook Young Smokers? Study finds evidence of manipulation; Lorillard denies it.

Binge Drinking Tied to Conditions in the College Environment Schools with tough policies have fewer problems that those that are 'wetter'.

Aspirin May Prevent Osteoporosis Lowly aspirin may help keep bones healthy as we age.

Class Action Charges Botox Killed, Injured Consumers Allergan failed to adequately warn of dangers, suit claims.

FDA Wants Black Box Warning on Antibiotics Tendinitis, other side effects can occur.

Serotonin Imbalance May Contribute To SIDS New study finds low levels of serotonin a risk factor for crib death.

Nebraska Beef Recall Expanded to 5.3 Million Pounds Feds blast Nebraska Beef's practices.

Forget Tomatoes; Feds Focus on Jalapeños Salmonella outbreak may be tied to salsa, sleuths suspect.

Study: Coffee Helps Replenish Muscles After Exercise Caffeine stimulates glycogen, rebuilding fuel for the next day's workout.

Kroger Expands Ground Beef Recall Recall extends beyond Michigan, Ohio stores originally affected.

Sunscreen Standards Lacking; Many Ineffective, Group Says Most sunscreens provide little protection, may contain hazardous chemicals.

'Natural' On The Label Can Be Misleading Turns out, it doesn't really mean very much.

Kmart Expands Generic Rx Discounts to 500 Drugs Schnucks adds 300 drugs to its St. Louis-area discount program.

New Guide Lists Calories in Beer, Wine, Cocktails Government doesn't require listings on drink labels.

Energy Drinks Can Lead To Caffeine "Overdose" Drinks often contains lots of sodium & sugar too.

Salmonella Outbreak is Biggest Ever Tied to Produce Investigators still aren't sure of the source of the outbreak.

Study: Parents Often Source of Liquor for Underage Drinkers Few teen drinkers pay for alcohol; many get it at home.

Anheuser-Busch Ends Alcoholic Energy Drink Sales Drinks create 'wide-awake drunks,' states charged.

Illness, Death Dog Nutro Pet Food Company denies a link to scores of sudden illness.

Coming Soon: Generic Drugs from China Safety concerns temper enthusiasm over increased competition.

Giant Food Intros $9.99 Generic Drug Plan Washington-area chain responds to Safeway, Wal-Mart.

California Prods CVS to Stop Selling Expired Products Chain also agrees to improve customer privacy protection.

Feds Raid PETCO Warehouse in Illinois Pet products stored in unsanitary conditions, FDA charges.

Public Citizen Sues FDA for Failure to Act on Darvon Suit says Darvon is dangerous and no more effective than similar drugs.

Many Consumers Misread Nutrition Panels Researchers find labels lack crucial information on trans fats.

Fewer Americans on Diets but More 'Eating Healthily' Consumers seeking out 'better-for-you' foods.

Heavy Coffee Consumption Not A Health Risk, Study Finds Spanish researchers find no effects one way or the other.

Shower Curtains May Be Hazardous to Your Health That 'new shower curtain smell' is a shower of chemicals.

Pomegranate Juice May Help Fight Arthritis Study finds the fruit can reduce inflammation.

Congressional Report Faults FDA Inaction Investigators say FDA has not implemented its own food safety plans.

Patients 'Overdose' on Medical Debt Hospitals, doctors encourage patients to pay with plastic.

Safeway Introduces Generic Drug Discounts Competitors scramble to keep up with Wal-Mart.

FDA Expands Tomato Salmonella Warning At least 150 people sickened nationwide.

After Settling Suit, FDA Changes Tune On Mercury Fillings Agency finally concedes mercury dental fillings may be dangerous.

Consumer Group Presses for Ban on Food Dye Claims link to hyperactivity, behavior problems in children.

Safeway, Warner Bros. Promote Healthful Kids' Food Cartoon characters will promote healthier food products on Safeway shelves.

Patient Information Exposed in Data Breach at Walter Reed Army hospital says 1,000 patients may be affected.

Wegmans, DeCicco Markets Ditch Cigarettes Biggest cigarette tax increase ever slated for NY State.

Heart Bypass Patients Fear 'Pump Head' Effect Surgery leaves some patients confused or lacking in mental sharpness.

FDA Wants Recall of Xiadafil VIP Tabs Product contains dangerous undeclared ingredient, agency warns.

Fruits & Vegetables Protect Against Sunburn Lycopene, carotenoids may also prevent many cancers and skin diseases.

States Sue EPA Over Ozone Standards Feds ignore public health, disregard scientists' warning, suit charges.

Secondhand Smoke Linked To Hospital Admissions Very young infants at greatest risk.

Express Scripts Settles Drug Switching Charges For $9.3 Million States charged company's practices were unfair and deceptive.

New Mexico Allergy Sufferers Want Public Wi-Fi Ban Could wireless Internet signals have adverse health effects?

What Women -- and Men -- Should Know about Breast Cancer The Healthy Geezer explores symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

California Finds Air Pollution Claims Lives Fine particles produced by combustion take their toll.

Warning: 'Love Stone' Can Cause Poisoning, Death NYC Health Department issues warning after hospital reports a death.

Anti-Smoking Drug Chantix Linked to Seizures, Heart Problems, Diabetes FAA bans its use by pilots and air-traffic controllers.

Medicaid Cuts 'Devastating,' Pharmacies Warn Thousands of pharmacies could close if cuts are made permanent.

Drowning Season Opens; Pools a Major Menace to Children Homeowners must be constantly vigilant, lawyers & safety experts warn.

Killer Cribs Study Finds Toxins in Common Baby Products Friends of the Earth targets fire retardants in Graco products.

Chemical in Celery May Fight Alzheimer's Study finds luteolin reduces inflammation in the brain.

Merck Agrees to Pay $58 Million to Settle Vioxx Claims States accused drugmaker of false marketing.

Trip to the Beach Could Make You Sick More illness tied to swimming, boating.

Study Cautions Pregnant Women On Cell Phone Use Cell-phone-using moms more likely to have unruly children.

FDA Closes Smoked Seafood Processor, Demands Recall Failure to follow consent decree drives action.

CDC Links 2006 Salmonella Outbreak to Dog Food First time human illness has been linked to dry dog food.

FDA Panel Wants Closer Scrutiny of Drug Ads Many of the ads are misleading, doctors complain.

FDA Not Worried About BPA but Critics Demand Moratorium Studies link the chemical to possible hormonal changes.

Bayer Pulls Trasylol From Market Drug is used to control bleeding during heart surgery.

Cheap Earrings May Be No Bargain Nickel exposure can cause dermatitis on the earlobes.

Kroger Expands Its Generic Drug Discount Program Latest Wal-Mart upgrade sets off competitive responses.

Organic Milk: Are You Getting What You Pay For? Consumer group wants tougher enforcement, stricter rules.

FDA OKs Health Claims for Brown Rice 'Whole Grains' logo can now be displayed on brown rice, agency decrees.

Allergy-Free Grocery May Make Mothers' Lives Easier Virginia women learned about food allergies the hard way.

FDA Approves Generic Drug for Restless Legs Syndrome Requip also approved for treatment of Parkinson's disease.

Chicken Labels Can Be Misleading 'Free range,' 'grain-fed,' 'natural' don't necessarily mean much.

Californians Fight Back Against 'Rescinded' Health Coverage Class actions against Blue Cross of California heat up.

AMA Calls For Tighter Drug Ad Oversight Many of the ads are misleading, doctors complain.

Ortho-Evra Patch Should Be Withdrawn: Public Citizen Contraceptive patch said to expose women to dangerous estrogen levels.

Drug Prices Can Vary Widely, Survey Finds Study finds Costco the cheapest, followed by AARP.com, Wal-Mart.

Study Ties Obesity, Inflammation to Heart Failure Obesity-related inflammation also pegged as catalyst in metabolic syndrome.

Study Gives Whole New Meaning To 'Computer Virus' Toilet seats were cleaner than keyboards.

Wal-Mart Adds More Generic Drugs To Discount Plan $10 for a 90-day supply of popular generic, OTC drugs.

Illinois Wants 'Blow' Energy Drink Pulled High-caffeine drink glorifies drug culture, AG charges.

Gourmet Bouquet Recalls Fresh and Frozen Meat Products Second recall in recent months for the New York company.

Bursitis Common But Treatable Problem is more common among the elderly.

Women Less Likely to Spot Heart Attack Warning Signs 'Classic' symptoms often aren't present in women.

Court Orders Tyson to Pluck its 'No Antibiotics' Campaign Competitors sued Tyson, claiming its ads were misleading.

Report Finds Flaws In Food Inspection System Food safety system has broken down, report warns.

Teflon Chemicals Found In Human Breast Milk Non-stick residues turning up just about everywhere.

Studies Find Link Between Diabetes and Alzheimer's Both increasing at an alarming rate in the U.S.

Doctor Offers Antidote To 'Super-Size Me' Diet Organ damage can be reversed if consumers give up their unhealthy lifestyle.

FDA Believes Heparin Was Deliberately Contaminated FDA allegedly bungled inspection of plant in China.

Study Links Artificial Blood To Higher Death Rate Researchers criticize FDA's 'secret science' policy.

Mercury Exposure, Autism Linked In Study Texas study is first to show link between autism and distance from mercury source.

MIT Researchers Confirm Contamination in Heparin China denied similar findings by FDA.

EPA Orders Scotts to Stop Selling Unregistered Pesticides Risks of products not known pending further tests.

Eating Disorders Widespread Among U.S. Women, Survey Finds Three-quarters of women display unhealthy thoughts or behaviors.

Lifestyle Linked to Alzheimer's Onset Heavy drinking, smoking seen as major risks.

CDC Finds This Year's Flu Vaccine Lacking Two of three flu strains slipped by this year's vaccine.

String of Illnesses Afflicts NUTRO-Fed Pets Company insists its food is '100% safe'.

Wal-Mart Bans BPA, Other Retailers Likely to Follow Studies link the chemical to possible hormonal changes.

Antioxidant Users Don't Live Longer, Study Finds Even worse, some antioxidants may increase risk of death.

Researchers Claim Merck Cooked Vioxx Data Study finds 'very serious transgression'.

Lawmakers Push For 'Transparency' On Food Recalls Consumers not always able to get reliable information.

Exercise May Speed Prostate Tumor Growth Findings don't mean men should stop exercising.

Celebrex-Lipitor Combo May Halt Prostate Cancer Anti-inflammatory and statin used in tandem can stop progression of disease.

Salmonella Illnesses Linked to Recently Recalled Cereal Malt-O-Meal suspected in illnesses in 14 states.

Chewing Gum Can Contribute to Gas Pains Smoking, eating too fast can also make matters worse.

Feds Seize Unapproved Erectile Dysfunction Drugs 'Natural supplements' are illegal drugs and pose serious health risks.

Obesity A More Costly Workplace Health Issue Than Smoking Workers' weight problems cost companies billions.

FDA Finds High Levels of Selenium in 'Total Body Formula' Dietary supplement products linked to adverse reactions.

New Mint May Reduce Cavities In Kids In test, all-natural substance cut cavities 62%.

New Guidelines for Stubborn High Blood Pressure Patients who don't respond to normal treatments may benefit.

Pet Owners Not Thrilled with Poisoning Settlement Pet food companies should have done more, consumers complain.

Be Careful Using Over-the-Counter Creams, Ointments Overuse, misuse can be dangerous, FDA warns.

Menu Foods Settles Pet Food Class Action Thousands of dogs and cats sickened by contaminated pet food.

Study: New Blood Pressure Rx Has Fewer Side Effects Study also finds orlistat helps relieve hypertension.

Researcher: Cell Phones 'More Dangerous Than Smoking' Millions of deaths could result over the long term.

Doctors Warned About Vytorin No better than older, cheaper drugs, another study finds.

Dole, Chiquita Join Honduran Cantaloupe Recall Melons may carry Salmonella, FDA warns.

FDA Warns Consumers About Total Body Formula Liquid diet supplement can be dangerous, agency warns.

Sleep Apnea Can Be Dangerous Prompt diagnosis and treatment essential.

FDA Warns Against Using 'Blue Steel' and 'Hero' Products Products are illegal drugs and pose serious health risks.

Another Heparin Producer Announces a Recall Raw material from China suspected in both blood-thinner recalls.

Weight Loss Found Effective in Reducing Blood Pressure Study also finds orlistat helps relieve hypertension.

Honduran Cantaloupes Linked To Salmonella Fifty illnesses reported in the U.S. so far.

Bird Flu Not the Only Animal Disease Threat Lots of animals carry diseases that can infect humans.

Prediabetes: What You Should Know You may be able to prevent full-blown diabetes.

Aneurysms: Scary but Treatable Early detection essential, as some forms can be lethal.

Toddlers Affected Most By Secondhand Smoke at Home Kids set up for heart disease before they're old enough to walk.

Pills in Fish Sticks Spark Recall Pennsylvania family finds pills in their Gorton's fish sticks.

Dangers of Denture Cleansers FDA warns of harm from allergic reactions, miseuse.

Acid Eating Away at Our Teeth, Report Finds Diet and some medications largely to blame.

AARP Report Finds Seniors' Drug Costs Rising Drug prices 'exploded' after Medicare Part D began.

'Miracle Cold Buster' Settles Lawsuit Feds, states scrutinize supposed 'miracle' cold cure.

Safety of Multivitamins Questioned High levels of folic acid may be harmful.

Skipping Breakfast May Lead to Obesity Study finds breakfast skippers more likely to be overweight.

Vitamin Supplements May Increase Cancer Risk, Report Warns Latest warning about the documented risks of supplements.

Doctors Took Kickbacks from Orthopedic-Device Makers Bribery scheme may be difficult to eliminate.

FDA Approves Nexium for Children Acid reflux drug OK'd for patients 1-11.

Less Salt, Fewer Soft Drinks? Reducing kids' salt intake could help them cut back on sugary sodas.

Glucosamine Doesn't Work, Study Finds Popular arthritis treatment has no apparent effect.

Cataract Surgery Options Can Eliminate Bifocals New implantable lenses let patients see near, far and in between.

Study Suggests Cell Phone-Salivary Gland Cancer Link First study to look at long-term cell phone users.

Worst Time to Have a Heart Attack? Survival rate lowest on nights and weekends.

Spanish Language TV Linked To Latino Child Obesity Children bombarded by fast-food commercials.

War on Plastic Toys Escalates Toys 'R' Us joins effort to eliminate PVC, phthalates and lead.

Massive Beef Recall Follows Mad Cow Scare USDA orders recall of 143 million pounds of frozen beef.

Anonymous E-mails Could Reduce STDs Be sure to read morning-after emails.

ALS Not Just an Older Person's Disease Lou Gehrig's disease can also strike younger people.

China Connection in Heparin Problems? FDA investigating whether active ingredient came from China.

FTC Sues Cephalon over Provigil Pricing Charges it blocked sale of low-cost generics.

Plastic War Hits The Toy Industry Retailers emptying aisles of toys made with PVC.

Heart Attacks Drop After Smoking Ban in Italy Ban on smoking in public places pays off.

Heparin Linked to Severe Allergic Reactions FDA advises caution til problem is resolved.

'Secrets' of Extreme Longevity Revealed Good habits in early old age lead to extra decades.

Artificial Sweeteners Linked to Weight Gain Cutting the connection between sweets and calories may confuse the body.

FDA Issues Botox Warning Complications and deaths noted, especially in children.

Groups Warn Baby Bottles Leach Toxic Substance PA leaches from plastic bottles when heated, report argues.

Great Lakes Region A Potential Graveyard Report: Government blocking study that could save millions.

USDA Closes Plant Suspected Of Slaughtering Downer Cows Humane Society video sparks mad cow fears.

FDA Warns Of Contaminated Gulf Coast Seafood Discovery follows outbreaks of illness in D.C. and St. Louis.

Study Links Marijuana to Gum Disease Smoking cannabis can lead to teeth falling out.

How Much Sodium Is Too Much? It Depends Salt in the diet can cause blood pressure problems

Study: Pregnant Women More Forgetful New moms find it hard to do new or difficult tasks.

Study Warns Chemical In Baby Shampoo May Cause Harm Phthalates suspected of damaging male reproductive system.

Schools Drop Burgers From Menu After Downer Cow Scare Humane Society video sparks mad cow fears.

Smoking Linked to Sleep Disturbances Nightly nicotine withdrawal may contribute to restless sleep.

Mississippi May Ban Restaurant Sales to the Obese Most porcine state mulls drastic measures.

Oral Sex Can Cause Cancer in Men HPV virus also causes cervical cancer in women.

Blood Pressure: What You Don't Know Can Kill You Millions aren't aware of link to heart attack and stroke.

Diuretics May Be Best Blood Pressure Treatment Study: More expensive alternatives don't provide better results.

Air Purifiers Under Scrutiny Again Ozone-emitting devices may be a health hazard.

More Bad News about Cough Medicine CDC finds 7,000 children treated in ERs for side effects.

Modified Atkins Diet May Prevent Seizures Study finds dietary changes as effective as drugs in some patients.

Pet Turtles: Cute But Often Contaminated Small turtles may carry deadly Salmonella, Says FDA.

Celebrex May Disrupt Heart Rhythm Popular COX-2 drug can induce arrhythmia, study finds.

High Mercury Levels Found In Sushi Study finds high levels in tuna and swordfish sushi.

Is Nintendo's Wii Really Good Exercise? Study finds health benefits may be oversold.

U.S. Diet Dishes Up Diabetes Burgers, fries, soft drinks lead to metabolic syndrome.

Drive-Up Pharmacy Windows Contribute To Rx Errors Consumers sacrifice safety for convenience.

Cough Medicine Might Not Help Adults, Either Industry-backed studies more positive than others.

Study Links Caffeine to Miscarriage Coffee, tea, soda, hot chocolate present risk.

Green Bean, Garbanzo Bean Recall Expanded Botulism risk in New Era beans canned over the last five years.

Researchers Accuse Pharmas of 'Disease Mongering' Drugs for 'pre-osteoporosis' unnecessary and potentially harmful, researchers charge.

Parents Warned Camphor Can Be Toxic to Children Camphor not approved for use as cold remedy.

High Heart Attack, Stroke Risk in Aspirin-Resistant Patients Study quantifies risk of being sensitive to aspirin.

FDA Warns of Cough, Cold Medicine Risk to Children Warning doesn't go far enough, Public Citizen charges.

FDA Approves New Genetic Test for Breast Cancer Test may help determine prognosis, follow-up care.

FDA To Allow Cloned Animals In Food Chain Agency finds no reason not to eat cloned critters.

Study Casts Doubt on Cholesterol Drug Vytorin Critics claim drug makers delayed releasing bad news.

Appeals Court Upholds Q-Ray Verdict Judge: Arthritis-cure claims were 'blather ... bunk.'

Fast-Acting Alzheimer's Therapy Excites Researchers New therapy gets results within minutes, study claims.

UCLA Researchers Find Autism Gene Evidence comes from families with autistic boys.

FDA Warns Makers of 'Bio-Identical' Hormone Replacement Therapy Advertising may be false and deceptive, agency claims.

FDA Approves Daily Cialis Dosage Daily dose may let men be more spontaneous.

Cat's Death Blamed on Contaminated Food Disputed lab tests found acetaminophen in Menu Foods' Special Kitty.

Electric Mobility Settles Misrepresentation Charges Rascal Scooter sales practices challenged by Washington state.

Diamond Pet Foods Agrees To $3.1 Million Settlement Consumers whose dogs were injured may be eligible for compensation.

Antibiotic Leads to Tendon Ruptures Public Citizen sues FDA seeking faster action.

Gym Membership Isn't Necessary For Fitness Taking time is more important than spending money.

Restless Legs Syndrome Doubles Risk of Stroke, Heart Disease Largest study of its kind finds correlation.

Lack of Deep Sleep May Increase Diabetes Risk Obesity not the only cause of the diabetes epidemic?

Tests Find More Toxic Pet Toys Toxic toys may be hazardous to humans as well as pets.

Second Safety Warning on Fentanyl Skin Patch Pain patch can be dangerous if used improperly.

FDA Warns of Botulism in Canned Green Beans 'GFS Fancy Blue Lake' brand may contain deadly toxin.

Can Oatmeal Really Lower Your Cholesterol? The short answer is yes. So is the long one.

Sensitivity to Caffeine Increases with Age Seniors may have to cut back, or even eliminate, caffeine from their diet.

FDA Approves New Beta Blocker Bystolic is newest blood-pressure drug.

Beware of Lead in Holiday Decorations Christmas lights sold at Target, Wal-Mart may contain lead; Feds defend industry, put blame on parents.

Chronic Sinus Problems Require Treatment JAMA study got it wrong and patients could be the losers.

Sara Lee Accused of Whole Grain Whitewash 'Soft & Smooth' white bread isn't whole grain, group charges.

Lead Poisoning Hazard in Sesame Street Toy Medical Kits Illinois tests once again find high lead levels in Fisher-Price toys.

Study: Shingles Virus Common among Healthy Adults More adults should get shingles vaccine, researchers conclude.

Menu Foods Denies Acetaminophen Found in its Cat Food But company won't disclose results of UC-Davis tests.

Gene Mutation Spreads Breast Cancer Researchers find mutations knock our tumor supressors.

Too Much Sugar May Increase Alzheimers Risk Exact mechanism unknown but research highlights risk.

Noisy Toys Can Be Dangerous Too Electronic gadgets can quickly damage young ears.

States Challenge R.J. Reynolds Cigarette Ads Cartoon characters promote smoking to young people.

Top Ten Scams of 2007 Old reliables and nervy newcomers fleece rich and poor alike.

Winter Months Increase Radon Danger Odorless gas is second-leading cause of lung cancer.

Need New Knees? Read This First New surgical procedure cuts recovery time for many.

Research Finds Green Tea Helpful Against Breast Cancer Military scientists find antitumor effect in breast cancer cells.

Pediatricians Alarmed About 'Wheeled' Shoes Kids can roll right into the emergency room.

Fitness May Outweigh Fat as Longevity Indicator Study finds fit seniors less likely to die, even if overweight.

Honey May Relieve Childrens Cough Study finds more relief from honey than from cough medicine.

States Get Poor Grades on School Food Little progress seen since last year.

Smokers Cost Taxpayers $10 Billion If all Medicaid beneficiaries quit smoking, taxpayers would be $10 billion richer.

Latex Allergy: A Deadly, Fast-Growing Threat Often unrecognized, latex allergy can be deadly.

Gift Basket Cheese Recalled Le Gourmet Connection Jack Cheese sold in holiday gift baskets.

Experts Offer Toy-Buying Safety Tips How to identify and avoid hazardous toys.

Kmart Removes Lead-Encrusted 'Lead-Free' Jewelry Tests find high levels of lead in many samples.

Marijuana Compound May Fight Breast Cancer Substance lacks toxicity of most chemotherapy regimens.

FDA Seizes 'Age Intervention' Cosmetics Eyelash treatment could cause optic nerve damage.

Winter is Prime Time for Heart Attacks Risk of a heart attack doubles during the winter months.

More Alcoholism in Retirement Communities? Alcoholism widespread but often misdiagnosed in seniors.

ADHD: Cultural Phenomenon or Genetic Disorder? Are children treated with Ritalin helped or harmed by the treatment?

How Safe Is Your Prescription? Wrong drugs, incorrect dosages are more common than you might think.

'Date Rape' Toy Beads Recalled Toy beads contain same ingredients as powerful 'date rape' drug.

Some Statins Linked to Sleep Disruptions Study finds Zocor may interfere with sleep.

Aspirin May Reduce Parkinsons Risk Study finds NSAIDS may protective effect.

Industry Paid For Safety Chiefs Trips Revelations add to pressure for Nord's resignation.

Totino's, Jeno's Pepperoni Pizzas Recalled E. coli contamination possible.

Kids Cough Medicine Recalled Over Dosing Issue Robitussin, Dimetapp caps may not give proper dosage.

Italian Restaurants Serve Up the Fat Survey of chain restaurants finds vast quantities of fat, calories.

Can Acupuncture Help Knee Pain? The answer may surprise you.

Outsourcing, Regulatory Sloth Blamed for Unsafe Toys Report faults globalization, political appointees indifferent to children's safety.

eBay: Where Recalled Items Live Forever A test search finds 100% of the recalled toys on our 'shopping list'.

Doctors Over-Prescribing Colonoscopies, Study Finds Repeat tests being ordered more often than necessary.

Parents Bash Bumbo 'Recall' Does a new warning label make the seat safe?

Cancer Patients Skipping Flu and Pneumonia Shots Study finds life-saving shots too often overlooked.

Daylight Savings Time Disrupts Circadian Rhythm Study finds humans don't adjust well to the annual time change.

Day 28: Mission Accomplished Joe is 13 pounds lighter and a lot smarter about dieting.

World Not Ready For Bird Flu Not if but when, United Nations official warns.

Americans Too Stressed Out, Poll Finds Money, work, housing crisis taking their toll.

Menu Foods Agrees to Test for Pain Killer in its Cat Food Independent lab found acetaminophen in Special Kitty samples.

NutriSystem Day 26: Hold the Eggs The end is in sight, and a welcome sight it is.

Home Lead Test Kits Unreliable, Feds Warn CPSC finds high incidence of false negatives and positives.

Kids' Cough & Cold Remedies Under Fire FDA panel finds 'no reason' to give toddlers over-the-counter cold meds.

FDA Failed to Follow Up on 2004 Peanut Butter Contamination Inspector visited ConAgra plant but agency dropped the ball; At least four deaths blamed on subsequent Salmonella outbreak.

Magazine Finds Lead in Maxi Blocks Toy company tries to block publication of findings.

NutriSystem Day 21: Tired, Hungry, Not Much Lighter Weight loss has slowed and Joe is haunted by thoughts of giant bacon-burgers.

Study Warns of Sushi Risks Parasitic infection can cause severe abdominal distress.

California Bans Plastic-Softening Chemical in Toys Phthalate, already banned in Europe, may interfere with hormones in young children.

Coffee Can Interfere with Vitamin Absorption Vitamins and minerals are essential; the best source is a healthy diet.

NutriSystem Day 14: More Energy, Fewer Pounds Things are looking up, as our Joe Enoch hits the halfway mark in his 28-day NutriSystem regimen.

Drug Companies Withdraw Infant Cold Remedies Action follows FDA criticism of multi-purpose infant remedies.

Impaired Physicians a Menace to Patient Safety Increased efforts to find, treat impaired doctors show mixed results.

Healthy Restaurants May Bring Out Bad Eating Habits Eating at Subway isn't necessarily better than dining at McDonald's.

NutriSystem Day 11: Logistics Prove Difficult Four pounds thinner but frustrated by the details of good nutrition.

Feds Sue Trudeau Marketers Weight-loss book is misrepresented in infomercials, FTC charges.

More Beef Recalled Because Of E. Coli Concerns Sam's Club stores reported problems with 'American Chef's Selection' beef patties.

HIV/AIDS Growing Rapidly Among Seniors Infection rate rising faster among adults 50+ than in those under 40.

Toxic Pet Toys: A Doctor's Advice Are pet toys safe? Answer: Hot air aside, no one knows.

Feds Propose 'Behind-the-Counter' Drugs Pharmacists could dispense drugs without a doctor's prescription.

Consumers Respond to Toxic Wal-Mart Pet Toy Stories Standards needed to protect pets and their owners.

Food Industry Wants More Regulation Grocers, importers want clear safety standards on imports.

NutriSystem Day 5: Cardboard Soup Muscle cramps and cardboard soup on the menu.

Farm Bill Provision Would Cut Meat Inspections Congressman wants to help smaller meat packers.

FDA Cracks Down On Cough Medicine For Kids Hydrocodone not approved for treatment of coughs, colds in children.

Wal-Mart Expands $4 Generic Program Newly-added drugs treat glaucoma, ADD/ADHD, acne, fertility conditions.

Do Seniors Suffer More Heartburn? Chronic heartburn -- more than twice a week -- calls for treatment.

28 Days of Nutrisystem In a cardboard box in reporter Joe Enoch's apartment is all the food he'll eat over the next 28 days.

Topps Beef Recall Expanded E. coli fears prompt wider recall, the first in the company's history.

Mixing Acetaminophen and Caffeine May Cause Liver Damage It's not just coffee -- some medications also contain caffeine.

Fish Oil May Fight Diabetes Omega-3 fatty acid linked to decreased risk of Type 1 diabetes.

Black Box Warning Linked to Suicide Spike Drops in SSRI prescription rates may coincide with increases in youth suicides.

Pet Industry Agrees on Need for Toxicity Standards Wal-Mart relies on spin doctors, while others call for research and stricter standards.

Lyme Disease Causes Misery Nationwide Tough to diagnose and treat, but it can be prevented.

Mattel, Not China, To Blame For Toy Recall, Company Admits Additional large toy recalls pending, retail source say.

California's 'Healthy Lunchbox' Promotion Backfires State now urges parents to toss the Chinese-made lunchboxes because of a lead hazard.

Second-Hand Smoke Tied to Lower Test Scores Parents who smoke damage their children's academic performance.

Industry Responds to Reports of Lead in Wal-Mart Pet Toys 'Poison is poison,' toxic metals specialist warns; Wal-Mart calls out its spin doctors.

FDA Warns P&G About Kids Hand Sanitizer Active ingredient is an unapproved drug, FDA warns.

Wal-Mart Attacks Lab Tests that Found Lead, Chromium in Pet Toys Threatens legal action to silence independent lab's reports.

Wal-Mart Reviewing Results of Tests on China-Made Pet Toys Consumer Product Safety Commission ignores inquiries, FDA claims no jurisdiction.

Lab Tests Find Lead, Other Toxins in Pet Toys Sold at Wal-Mart Vets say there's no risk to pets but others aren't so sure. Wal-Mart doesn't respond.

OxyContin Maker Agrees To $634 Million Settlement Labeling of highly addictive drug misled consumers, prosecutors charged.

Feds Sue Infomercial Maestro Kevin Trudeau Again 'Natural Cures' weight-loss book misleads consumers, agency charges.

Study Finds Little Short-Term Cell Phone Health Risk More research needed to measure long-term effects, however.

Avandia vs. Actos: A Doctor's Advice Talk to your doctor to determine what course of treatment is best for you.

Walgreens.com's Pharmacy Gets Top Rating Non-profit health advocates cite ease of use, quality of health information.

Chocolate 'Addiction' -- Is It Real? Researcher concludes chocolate may be an indulgence, but not an addiction.

U.S.-China Agreement Aims to Ban Lead Paint But Chinese official says criticism of China's safety record is "distorted".

September 10, 2007

Study: Kids Getting Too Much Sodium Popular snacks contain way too much salt, set kids up for hypertension.

USDA Says Virus Probably Behind Honey Bee Mystery Pesticides, cell phones are exonerated, at least for now.

Acetaminophen: Widely Used but Dangerous in Large Doses Commonly known as Tylenol, overdoses can be toxic to the liver.

Popular Blood Pressure Drug Goes Generic Coreg is 30th top-selling drug; often used after heart attacks.

Caffeine Content Labels Suggested for Soft Drinks Researchers find content varies widely among brands.

Lead Paint Leads to Another Big Mattel Recall Mattel recalls Fisher-Price locomotives, bongo drums, Barbie accessories.

Zapping Eye Floaters With Laser Viewed As Risky Too much risk, too little benefit, surgeons warn.

Researchers Link Smoking To Dementia Another good reason not to smoke.

Blurred Vision May Be First Symptom of Macular Degeneration Seniors should check with their eye specialist at first sign of AMD.

Bagged Spinach Recalled after Salmonella Scare California company finds salmonella on one of its production lines.

Census Report Shows Increase In Uninsured Americans earning more but fewer have health insurance.

Smoking Turns On Genes -- Permanently Researchers find permanent genetic effects in former smokers.

FDA Blocks Nutro Pet Food Shipment from Entering U.S. Products "appeared to contain poisonous substances and unsafe additives"

America Keeps Getting Fatter, Study Finds Mississippi again the fattest state, Colorado the leanest.

Study Finds Viagra Increases Release of 'Love Hormone' Impotence drugs may do more than increase blood flow to sexual organs.

Krasdale, Red Flannel Dog Food Recalled Salmonella contamination a threat to dogs and humans alike.

Dunkin Donuts to Dump the Trans Fat Fast-food chains at last are getting the trans fats out of their recipes.

Erectile Dsyfunction Affects All Ages Most men don't talk about it, which only makes things worse.

Study Favors Behavior Modification to Lose Weight UK research contradicts gastric bypass study.

Soft Drink Sweetener Linked to Diabetes in Kids Researchers zero in on high fructose corn syrup.

FDA Testing Dog Treats Pulled from Wal-Mart Shelves No contaminants found during early tests.

Study Suggests Gastric Bypass Surgery Saves Lives Major study tracked 4,000 obese individuals for 10 years.

FDA Proposes New Sunscreen Rules But critics say the new rules don't go far enough.

Yoga May Help Control Blood Pressure Results comparable to drug therapy in many cases.

High Blood Pressure Often Undiagnosed in Children, Teens Problem is growing as obesity epidemic intensifies.

Autism Fad Treatments On the Rise Unproven treatments can be ineffective and dangerous, researchers warn.

FDA Targets Cough Medicine For Kids Under Two Agency acts on doctors' concerns about overdoses in children.

Common Flame Retardant May Be Killing House Cats Houshold furniture, canned cat food implicated in thyroid disease.

A Gene That Turns Off Cancer? Canadian scientists find gene that suppresses tumor growth.

Pot Belly a Tip-Off Of Heart Disease Better to waste food than add it to your waist.

Gilchrist & Soames Recalls Toothpaste Small tubes were given away to guests at hotels worldwide.

Kentucky Breeder Blames Purina for Her Dogs' Deaths Company defends its actions but breeder cites autopsy results.

FDA Takes Action Against Iowa Dairy Illegal residues of drugs found in the dairy's cows.

FDA Warns Against Red Yeast Rice Products Dietary supplement promoted on the Internet contains dangerous substances.

Study: Excessive Lifestyles Fueling Cancer Rate Too much sun, alcohol, smoking and obesity blamed.

Dry Mouth and Bad Breath May Be Related Medications are often to blame. Chewing gum, non-sweetened hard candy may help.

Cheap Jewelry: Hazardous to Children's Health Parents shouldn't rely on government inspectors, consumer advocates warn.

Peter Pan Returning To Store Shelves Peanut butter blamed for at least five deaths in salmonella outbreak.

Study Finds 24% of Americans Underinsured Employers and workers struggle while insurers profit, study finds.

FDA Warns Of Another Botulism Threat This time it's canned green beans, sold under a variety of brand names.

Old Make-Up Can Harbor Bacteria Dermatologists warn it's best to throw out old eye-liner, lipstick, etc.

Fisher Price Recalls 1 Million Toys Sesame Street, Dora the Explorer, other popular toys may contain lead-based paint.

Laser Printers Can Cause Indoor Air Pollution, Study Says Printers should be placed in well-ventilated areas, researchers advise.

Skin Cancer Rates On The Rise Dermatologists offer tips on keeping yourself and your children safe.

Consumers Warned About Chinese Ginger Feds mistakenly let 25 tons of pesticide-tainted ginger into the U.S.

Caffeine and Exercise Can Team Up to Prevent Skin Cancer Two two act to kill off pre-cancerous cells, study finds.

Is Cruise Line Responsible For Its Doctors Decisions? Supreme Court asked to decide that question.

Depression Not a Normal Part of Aging Old age might not be a barrel of laughs but depression's not normal and should be treated.

Watch Out for Fat Friends Study finds obesity is contagious. Then again, so is thinness.

Hip Protectors Dont Protect Elderly In Falls: Study Seniors might as well save their money, researchers report.

Botulism Recall Extended to More Canned Goods Canned meat, dog food and chili among the recalled items.

Diet Soft Drinks Linked To Metabolic Syndrome Metabolic syndrome a major risk factor for diabetes, heart disease and stroke.

Colloidal Silver Can Leave You Feeling Blue And looking blue as well.

China Pledges Improvements In Food Safety Consumer, Congressional backlash in U.S. is getting China's attention.

Short Workouts Burn More Fat than Longer Sessions Japanese study questions common wisdom.

Sudden Death in Very Young Babies Linked to Sitting Position Babies less than a month old are most at risk, study finds.

Researchers Find "Restless Leg" Gene Common sleep disorder affects tens of millions, sleep researchers say.

Grapefruit Linked to Breast Cancer The fruit boosts levels of estrogen and can increase the risk of breast cancer by almost one third, study finds.

Oregon Sues LA Weight Loss Suit charges company makes "false and misleading" repesentations about its program.

Pet Owner Sues Menu Foods, Kroger Suit charges cat food was contaminated with the painkiller acetaminophen.

Cataract Surgery Is Nothing to Fear Cataracts are a common complication of aging; the surgery is simple and usually effective.

FDA Approves New LASIK Device New device treats one eye to see far away objects and the other eye for close-up vision.

Can an Apple a Day Keep Asthma Away? Study finds diet affects respiratory health in teens.

Bird Flu Scare in Virginia State suspends all sales of live poultry after turkeys fall ill.

Improved Paxil Settlement Hits YouTube Clock is ticking on $48 million payback for parents and guardians.

When Does Menopause Really Begin? The Healthy Geezer answers readers' questions about health and aging.

UK Tries Nicotine Patches on Pregnant Smokers Researchers want to measure effective of patches on mother and child.

Tattoo Removal a Growing Business Not-so-young consumers eager to excise signs of youthful folly.

Enlarged Prostate Doesn't Mean Cancer The symptoms can be similar though, so a doctor visit is important.

Honey Bee Disappearance May Be Linked To Pesticides Researchers find pesticides build up over time in hives.

Toothpaste Scare Spreads to Hospitals, Prisons Potentially contaminated Chinese toothpaste used in institutions throughout the South.

FDA Detains Some Chinese Seafood Imports Low levels of toxicity found in some imports; recall not necessary, FDA finds.

Consumers Warned about Killer Stoves Newer stoves are lighter and can tip over, causing serious injury or death.

FDA Should Reconsider Aspartame Cancer Risk, Say Experts Italian cancer institute raises new safety questions about the artificial sweetener.

Computerized Doctors' Orders Reduce Medication Errors Study finds 66 percent drop in prescription errors in computerized hospitals.

Tree Bark May Fight Lung Cancer, Study Suggests Substance from bark of South American tree kills certain kinds of cancer cells.

Food Fads: The Raw Truth A recovering nutrition cultist tells all.

Egg Producers Make Bogus Omega-3 Claims Claims for "heart-healthy" eggs not all they're cracked up to be.

FDA Approves Computerized Pill Box Electronic medication manager aims to reduce medication errors.

More Toxins Found in Smokers' Children Study finds 5.5 times more toxins in their blood, study finds.

FDA Disputes Pet Food Pain Killer Findings But Texas lab stands by its findings.

College Students Not As Healthy As They Think University of New Hampshire study shocks students and researchers alike.

Colgate Warns of Counterfeit Toothpaste Falsely-labeled toothpaste found in dollar-discount stores in the Northeast.

Importer Recalls Toothpaste After FDA Warning Tubes of Chinese-made toothpaste may contain a deadly chemical.

"TIA" Is Nothing to Ignore "Little strokes" often precede big ones and need immediate attention.

Statins: Safe, Well Tolerated and Effective Study finds little downside in popular cholesterol reducers.

Mayo Clinic Cautions On Anti-Wrinkle Products Aging boomers should look elsewhere for the fountain of youth.

Doane Recalls Batch of Ol' Roy Dog Food May be contaminted with salmonella.

China Faults U.S. FDA In Toothpaste Flap China says its toothpaste was imported lawfully and contents were clearly stated.

FDA Warns Chinese Toothpaste May Be Contaminated Agency finds poison used in anti-freeze in toothpaste nabbed in three cities.

FDA Issues Flu Vaccine Guidelines Feds hope innovation and technology will compensate for vaccine shortage.

Two U.S. Companies Recall Melamine-Tainted Feed Discovery of melamine in U.S. feed takes some heat off China.

China Sentences Its Former FDA Head to Death It's alleged he tooks bribes and engaged in a cover-up.

Meat Packer Clashes With Feds Over Inspections Packer wants to test for Mad Cow diseases, USDA won't allow it.

Complete MoisturePlus" Contact Lens Solution Recalled It's the second recall of the product in less than a year.

Asleep in America Are you getting enough sleep? Are you sure?

What To Do about Erectile Dysfunction Advice from the Healthy Geezer about a common problem faced by older men.

College May Be Bad Influence On Budding Alcoholics Study finds attending college exacerbates risk of alcoholism in those inclined towards it.

Chinese Toothpaste Scare Spreads to Canada Chinese toothpastes labeled Mr. Cool and Excel may contain a poisonous chemical.

FDA Bans Toothpaste from China Foreign-made toothpaste widely available through discount stores.

Nutra Nuggets Recalled as Melamine Poisonings Continue Canadian Humane Society wants criminal probe of pet food companies.

Pet Owners Blame Nutro Products for their Dogs' Illnesses Menu Foods phases out Chinese ingredients.

Foreign Toothpaste Illegally Imported, Sold in U.S. Foreign-made toothpaste may contain dangerous levels of fluoride.

Tests Find Melamine in Diamond Pet Foods Brands Doubts grow that all contaminated food has been found.

FDA Issues Safety Alert on Diabetes Drug Avandia Study finds increase in heart-releated deaths among patients using the drug.

FTC Urged to Crack Down on Enviga Claims that green tea drinks promote weight loss are "hucksterism," group argues.

Anheuser-Busch Spikes Spykes Brewer gives in to mounting criticism of its sweet, high-alcohol drink.

Chenango Valley Recalls More Pet Food Are bees being poisoned too? Some scientists think so.

Risk of Diabetes Increases with Age Not everyone expriences symptoms so regular check-ups important for seniors.

Menu Foods Says It's Ready to Process Claims from Pet Owners But consumers face a number of hurdles before they receive reimbursement.

Safety Of Chinas Seafood Questioned Researchers find dangerous levels of pollutants in samples studied.

Pet Food Safety Summit Set for July Safety of Chinese imports questioned in Congress.

Consumer ReportsWeighs In On the New Diets Volumetrics diet is the editors' top pick.

Royal Canin Recalls 15 Pet Foods Company discovered it had used tainted rice protein.

Cutting Calories, Not Exercise, Best Way to Lose Weight Study finds calorie-counting is best long-term solution.

Chinese Companies Blamed for Pet Poisonings Closed Down U.S. inspectors find the plants deserted. One executive detained by Chinese government.

Anheuser_Busch Defends Spykes Brewer says its small, sweet drinks aren't as bad as 30 states say.

States Blast Bud Extra, Spykes, TILT Drinks loaded with alcohol and caffeine, a potent blend.

Fish Were Fed Contaminated Feed; Recalls Expanded Contaminant was in wheat flour, not gluten, inspectors say.

Wisconsin Questions Wal-Mart's "Organic" Claims Inspectors find regular products mixed in with organics.

Study Links Whole Grain Diet To Heart Health Whole grain foods linked with significant reduction of heart disease.

OxyContin Maker Agrees to End Off-Label Promotion Company pays $19 million to settle charges brought by 26 states.

Little Risk to Humans from Tainted Animal Feed, Feds Assert Quarantined chickens and pigs safe to eat, federal agencies say.

Blood Pressure Drugs May Provide Alzheimers Protection ACE inhibitors may act by reducing inflammation in the brain.

FDA is Broken, Former Chief Says Agency isn't able to guarantee a safe food supply, Congress is told.

Texas Halts Sale of "Cocaine" Drink Illinois also demanding the drink be removed from shelves.

Senate Approves Measure to Strengthen Food Safety But ASPCA warns pet food crisis isn't over yet.

Menu Foods Expands Recall, Questions about Other Brands China arrests executive implicated in contaminated exports.

New Theory on Dog and Cat Poisonings Food safety agencies "asleep," Congresswoman says.

Study Confirms Dangers of Secondhand Tobacco Smoke Outdoors Being close to a smoldering cigarette is harmful, inside or out, study finds.

Aches and Pains? You May Be Depressed Study finds it's often physical symptoms that bring individuals to seek treatment for depression.

Melamine Shows Up In Chicken Feed Risk of adverse human health effects low, government officials insist.

Spiked Pet Food Nothing New to Chinese,TimesFinds Latest Recalls: Harmony Farms, Natural Balance

The Addictiveness of Virtual Violence Does the violence spill over into real life?

KFC Removes Trans Fat From Chicken Fryers Some Taco Bells also getting the fat out.

The Healthy Geezer: High Blood Pressure Is Common ... But Serious Hypertension can cause serious damage without symptoms.

Pet Food Fall-Out Continues, with Recalls, Raids, Lawsuits Government will compensate hog farmers, but not consumers whose pet were poisoned.

FDA Rejects Arcoxia As Arthritis Drug Company had hoped it would be the successor to Vioxx, withdrawn in 2004.

Melamine Found in North Carolina Hogs Drs. Foster & Smith recalls pet food while consumer groups press for more government action.

Bigger Settlement for Paxil Parents Public Citizen wins a bigger settlement for parents lacking documentation.

Scientist Worries WiFi May Harm Children Wireless Internet becoming more widespread than cell phones, heightening the risk, prominent Brit argues.

Thousands of Hogs May Have Eaten Contaminated Feed Pet food scraps containing melamine fed to hogs in at least six states.

U.S. Food Supply at High Risk of Terrorist or Profit-Driven Tampering House committee decries FDA's lack of authority to recall tainted food.

Senators Demand FDA Release Names of All Suspect Pet Food Companies Some companies that received tainted rice gluten have not yet started recalls.

TV Food Ads Make Obese Kids Hungrier Study documents effect of ads on kids' appetites.

South Africa Bans Gluten Products from China as Pet Poisonings Spread Pet food poisonings, recalls spread to South Africa.

Pet Food Contamination Scandal Spreads to Pork, FDA Opens Criminal Investigation California hogs were fed contaminated food and later wound up on dinner tables.

The Healthy Geezer: Any Cure for Glaucoma? No cure yet but early treatment can prevent vision loss in many cases.

Intentional Spiking Suspected in Chinese Pet Food Ingredients Blue Buffalo Recalls Spa Select Kitten Dry Food

Congress Pressing for Better Food Safety Tempers short as House presses for more action on human, pet food problems.

China Blocks U.S. Inspectors Seeking Answers to Pet Poisonings Rice protein the suspect in latest round of recalls. Senator protests Chinese foot-dragging.

Natural Balance Recalls Pet Food One of the few brands using "human grade" ingredients.

Antidepressant Benefits May Outweigh Risks: Study Ohio State researchers find suicide risk "not statistically significant."

Pet Food Importer Blames Its Chinese Supplier ChemNutra CEP "appalled" at Menu Foods' delay in issuing recall notice.

Cell Phones Linked to Bee Decline British study links rapid shrinking of honey bee population to cell phones.

CDC Reports Progress on Foodborne Illness Stalled in 2006 U.S. backsliding on food safety as Bush Administration cuts budgets.

Hispanic Women Three Times More Likely to Develop Advanced Breast Cancer Study finds Hispanic women also diagnosed at an earlier age.

FDA Warns of Contaminated Olives Olives imported from Italy and sold under various brand names could cause Botulism, a potentially fatal disease.

Listerine Recalls Kids Mouth Rinse Listerine Agent Cool Blue's preservative system not up to the task, company discovers.

Pet Owners Organize to Put Congress on a Short Leash New groups plans nationwide series of marches to honor dead pets, demand stricter government regulation of pet food.

Senate Hears from Pet Food Lobbyists, FDA Officials, Promises Action Congress feels the heat from consumers inflamed by nationwide wave of dog and cat deaths.

FDA Warns That Recalled Pet Food May Still Be On Shelves Spot checks have found recalled products in stores, feds warn.

Dieting May Be Harmful To Your Health, Study Warns Exercise is the key to taking weight off and keeping it off.

Menu Foods, Nutro Products Expand Pet Food Recalls Nutro CEO says consumers are "fed up" with confusing information from pet food companies.

Cornell Scientists Find A Second Contaminant in Pet Food Effects of the as-yet-unknown substance haven't been pinpointed; China drags its feet, investigators complain.

Stem Cell Treatment May "Cure" Diabetes Researchers report young Type I diabetes patients freed from insulin injections.

Use Of Aspirin To Prevent Heart Attacks On The Decline Researchers surprised to find fewer than 41 percent of at-risk adults taking aspirin daily.

Restless Legs Syndrome Linked With Heart Ailments Study finds RLS repeatedly increases blood pressure, possibly contributing to heart disease.

Veterinary Chain Puts Pet Food Injuries At 39,000 Cats more affected than dogs, Banfield reports. Senate plans hearings on pet food safety.

NYC Rat Report: Mistakes Were Made Gotham Health Department concedes error but fingers KFC as the real rat.

Senate Hearing Will Probe Pet Food Safety Pet death reports continue; some blamed on food not included in recalls.

Study Warns Ibuprofen May Increase Heart Attack Risk Ibuprofen may interfere with beneficial effects of aspirin, researchers find.

Common Herb May Reduce Recurring Bladder Infections Forskalin helps prevent relapses, may also make antibiotics more effective, researchers find.

American Bullie Pet Chews Contaminated with Salmonella FDA warns that disease can also be transmitted to humans who handle the pet chews.

Pet Food Recall Expanded to Sunshine Mills Dog Biscuits Menu Foods expands its recall to food made in November.

Forgetfulness Isn't Always Cause for Concern Seniors should expect some memory loss but it never hurts to check with your physician.

FDA Proposes Relaxing Irradiation Labeling Zapping food could eliminate thousands of cases of food poisoning each year, adherents claim.

Anheuser-Busch Condemned for Pushing Alcohol-Heavy Spykes "Liquid Lunchables" Consumer group demands a recall and investigation.

American Importer Recalls All Wheat Gluten None of the contaminated material used in human food, company says.

Monsanto Wants Feds to Silence Dairies Chemical giant disputes inference that bovine growth hormones affect the milk.

Consumer ReportsPushes For Generic Cholesterol Drug Use Consumer group counters campaign by Pfizer to encourage use of higher-priced Lipitor.

PETA Suggests Vitamin D to Blame for Animal Deaths Animal rights group calls for resignation of FDA commissioner; charges complaints about dry food deaths are ignored.

Pet Food Recall Timeline Shows "Failures At Every Level," PETA Charges FDA missed one opportunity after another to act quickly to protect animals, critics assert.

FDA Blocks Imports from Chinese Supplier Suspected of Producing Tainted Wheat Gluten But company denies it produced melamine-contaminated ingredient blamed in pet poisonings.

Del Monte the Latest to Recall Pet Food Melamine hazard in pet food, dog snacks.

Skin Cancer Risk Linked To Gender Gender-linked differences make men more susceptible.

Alpo Adds Some Dog Food to Massive Recall List Pet Food Problem Solved, Says Menu Food CEO

FDA Wants Irritable Bowel Drug Shelved Public Citizen has warned of the hazard for years.

FDA Confirms It Found Plastic in Tainted Pet Food Wheat gluten, also used in human food products, is the suspected source.

Liver Spots Aren't All Dangerous But an annual full-body check-up isn't a bad idea, especially for older fair-skinned people.

FDA Finds Plastic in Tainted Pet Food PETA demands a broader pet food recall, wants Iams investigated.

Parkinson's Drugs Withdrawn Because of Heart Valve Damage FDA says other drugs are available; warns patients not to stop taking Permax abruptly.

Asthma Patients Pay the Price for Ozone Protection New inhalers protect the ozone layer but hit asthma patients in the checkbook.

Study Finds Food is Most-Advertised Kids Product Kids get a steady diet of ads urging them to eat the worst kinds of food.

Reports of Dog, Cat Deaths Continue to Rise Some Scientists Question Whether Rat Poison is the Cause

Harvard Study Links Trans Fat To Heart Disease Strongest association to date, researchers report.

Menu Foods Presses Retailers to Remove Pet Food from Shelves Company says it's concerned some recalled pet food is still being sold.

Advice for Worried Pet Owners -- What's the safest food for your dog or cat?

Pet Food Recall Hits Home in Emporia Menu Foods employees puzzled by contamination, worried about their future.

Menu Food CEO "Doesn't Know" How Rat Poison Got into Pet Food At news conference, CEO says other foods produced by his company are safe.

Pet Food Contamination May Be Rat Poison New York investigators find indications rat poison may be to blame for string of dog and cat deaths.

Final Verdict on 2006 Spinach E. Coli Outbreak: Unknown Feds close the book on an inconclusive investigation.

List of Recalled Pet Foods List supplied by Menu foods details brands involved in massive recall.

Chinese Restaurants: Good News, Bad News Lots of veggies but also lots of sodium and calories, consumer group finds.

FDA Toughens Advisory Committee Guidelines Bars advisors from having substantial financial interest in drugs and devices being reviewed.

Giving Up Smoking Helps Arteries Recover Study finds dangerous stiffness in smokers' arteries is largely gone after ten years of no cigarettes.

Despite New Laws, Doctor-Drug Co. Dealings Still Shrouded Pharmaceutical companies showered doctors with gifts, trips and money to keep their prescription pads busy.

Roughhousing May Be Essential to Social Development Study of rats finds those deprived of rough-and-tumble play fare poorly later in life.

One in Six Animals Died in Pet Food Tests Millions of pets at risk as investigators seek cause of latest outbreak.

Therapist Sees Signs Of "Technology Overload" Time with "real" people is essential, Menninger Clinic therapist cautions.

Pet Food Recalled After Reports Of Kidney Failure Both dog and cat food affected, multiple brands involved.

Treatment Can Ease Bladder Control Problems Seniors should consult their physician about urination problems. Many treatment options are available.

"Free Medicine" Marketer Settles FTC Charges My Free Medicine targeted low-income consumers, charged $199 for information they could have gotten for free.

FDA Wants Stronger Warnings on Sleep Disorder Drugs Drugs can cause "sleep driving" and other dangerous behaviors.

Binge Drinking Widespread Among College Students Study finds little progress in recent years.

Screening Process Could Reduce Sudden Death in Young Athletes Twelve-step screening could identify young people at risk of dying on the field.

Fourth Peanut Butter Death Reported Elderly Baltimore woman dies; family finds Peter Pan peanut butter in her room. Feds don't count seniors' deaths.

Red Wine May Protect Against Colon Cancer Study finds red wine reduced risk by 68 percent in test group.

Lab Reported Close To AIDS Vaccine Small lab in Atlanta hopes to have a vaccine within five years.

FDA Warns Mineral Water May be Toxic Brands from Armenia may contain arsenic, a known toxin and carcinogen.

Mayo Clinic Finds Cell Phones Safe in Hospitals Study finds no interference to medical equipment from cell phone use.

Hearing Loss Affects One in Three Over 60 While hearing loss is common, it requires prompt medical attention.

Strong Evidence Links Soft Drinks, Obesity Diabetes connection is also found in series of studies.

FDA Green Lights New Blood Pressure Drug Novartis' Tekturna inhibits production of renin, a kidney enzyme key to hypertension.

Peanut Butter Scare Stirs Congress Food safety bills picking up supporters but industry not among them.

More Teens Having Weight Loss Surgery Number is still small but steady growth causes concern.

Peanut Butter Developed as a Health Food St. Louis physician in 1890 sought an easily-digested protein source.

Third Death Blamed on Peanut Butter Elderly West Virginia woman dies after eating her favorite food. Investigations widens to ice creams, desserts.

Note to Seniors: Grapefruit Juice Can Cause Trouble It can interact with prescription medications and make them ineffective or harmful.

Peanut Butter Recalls Spread to Ice Cream & Desserts Sonic, Carvel ice creams and toppings recalled as investigation widens.

Oscar Mayer/Louis Rich Chicken Strips Recall Expanded Contaminated packages can cause listeriosis.

TV Linked to Kids' Eating Problems Harvard researchers say sugar consumption rises with TV viewing.

Drug May Help Down Syndrome Once-a-day short-term treatment produces gains that last for months, researchers say.

Industrial "Food" a Growing Menace Mad Cow and similar diseases could dwarf the recent salmonella, E. coli and botulism outbreaks unless new safeguards are adopted.

Irradiation Debate Flares Amid Food Poisoning Outbreaks Irradiation could save hundreds of lives per year in the U.S., scientists say, but opponents think otherwise.

Rats! New York KFC Store Has A Problem TV crew catches rats scampering around a Greenwich Village KFC store.

Oscar Mayer, Louis Rich Chicken Strips Recalled Listeriosis contamination found in one package, company reports.

Salmonella Confirmed in Peanut Butter, CDC Reports Two deaths blamed on contamination as investigation continues. Company expresses regret.

FDA Wants Stronger Warning for Asthma Drug Xolair may cause anaphylaxis hours after injection.

Second Death Linked To Tainted Peanut Butter Doctors warn that consumers should not treat themselves. Medical attention is essential.

Safety Agency Denies It Ignored Lead in Children's Lunch Boxes AP reports CPSC denies its missed high lead levels in children's lunch boxes.

ConAgra Recalls Tainted Peanut Butter as Complaints Mount Lawsuits filed by some of the thousands of consumers sickened by Peter Pan, Great Value peanut butter.

Salmonella Outbreaks: A Recent History A look at the last few years confirms the disease is increaing rapidly in the U.S.

Salmonella: What It Is Common among animals, Salmonella is easy to spread, hard to avoid.

FDA Widens Peanut Butter Warning Agency says all Peter Pan peanut butter purchased since May 2006 should be discarded.

Reports of Peanut Butter-Borne Illness Increase Investigators swarm over Georgia ConAgra plant, first lawsuit is filed.

Does Pollution Play a Role in Obesity? Researcher says endocrine disrupters need more study.

Researcher Says Airbags Pose Threat To Hearing An airbag might save your life in an accident but it could also cost you your hearing.

Legislation Would Create New Food Safety Agency Bill would consolidate functions now split among FDA, USDA.

Salmonella Found in "Wild Kitty" Cat Food FDA warns consumers against exposing themselves or their pets to the contaminated feed.

CDC Study Finds Autism More Widespread than Previously Thought Nearly 6.7 children out of 1,000 have indications of autism.

Balance Problems in Seniors Need to be Checked Out Dizziness, loss of balance not a normal part of aging and should not be ignored.

Critics Trash FDA's OTC Approval of Orlistat Weight-loss drug implicated in pre-cancerous colon lesions.

FDA Approves Over-the-Counter Diet Pill Orlistat, available since 1999 by prescription, will be marketed as Alli.

Children Die of Lead Poisoning; Safety Agency Powerless to Act White House needs to get the lead out so CPSC can do the same.

FDA Warns Skin-Numbing Gels, Creams Can Kill Topical anesthetics can cause irregular heart beat, seizures and coma, and slowed or stopped breathing.

Merck Braces for Flood of Fosamax Lawsuits Osteoporosis drug can destroy patient's jawbone.

No-Smoking Laws Now Cover Half the U.S. European countries are close behind in restricting smoking in public places.

GAO Cites Medical Privacy Issues HHS pushing health data-sharing plan without adequate privacy protection, report warns.

Women's Heart Disease Often Goes Undetected Tests that work on men may not be as accurate for women.

Do Older People Need More Sleep? Columnist Fred Cicetti answers questions about seniors' health concerns.

Coke, Nestle Sued Over Enviga Claims Weight-loss, energy-burning claims are nonsense, suit argues.

Popular Weight-Loss Supplement May Have Nasty Side Effects Research raises questions about safety of CLA.

"Medical Vacations" - A Good Idea? Surgery is a lot cheaper in developing countries but there are cons as well as pros to traveling halfway around the world for complex procedures.

Food Makes You Sexy - Fact or Fiction? Researchers say some sexy foods may be good for you but they don't improve your chance for romance.

Smokers Win Atlantic City Gamble Casinos persuade city council of impending doom if gaming floors go smoke-free.

School Cafeterias Even Worse than You Thought Report finds many cafeterias potentially exposing children to deadly foodborne pathogens.

Antidepressants Similar in Effectiveness, But Side Effects Differ Review of 300 studies finds about six in 10 patients experience some side effects.

A Good Night's Sleep Essential to Heart Health Sleep apnea, a major health risk, often goes untreated.

John Alden, Fortis Accused of Improperly Denying Coverage Connecticut questions insurers' claims that patients conditions were pre-existing.

Why Doesn't Every Smoker Get Emphysema? It takes the right combination of genes, viruses and cigarettes, researchers say.

LeanRx.Net Lightens Consumers Wallets Consumers complain they're being charged for weight-loss pills they didn't order.

Prilosec as Effective as Expensive Prescriptions, Study FindsConsumer Reports finds no difference in effectiveness of inexpensive OTC drug compared with expensive prescription products.

Nothing Funny about Shingles Chicken pox gets a second shot at seniors.

Researchers Find Chinese Herb Reduces Blood Pressure Danshen, an herb long used in Eastern medicine, may be as effective as some prescription medicines.

Cigarette Companies Raised Nicotine Level, Researchers Find Harvard researchers find 11 percent increase over eight years.

7UP Drops "All Natural" Claim Threatened lawsuit gets company's attention.

Floaters in the Eye Most older people experience "floaters" but an eye check-up is a good idea if they appear suddenly.

Tomato-Broccoli Combo Can Help Shrink Prostate Cancers Researchers find the two eaten together are more effective than when eaten separately.

Big Purses Could Mean Big Pain Shouldering too much weight can spell big trouble, doctors warn.

British Scientists Develop Weight-Loss Chewing Gum Appetite-supressant in the gum supposedly curbs desire to eat.

Dieting In America At All Time Low What we say and what we do still at odds.

Pacifiers May Reduce SIDS Risk But infants should be weaned from them by age two, dentists recommend.

House Passes Bill to Cut Medicare Prescription Drug Costs But President Bush vows to veto the measure if it reaches his desk.

House Votes to Allow Stem Cell Research But support lacking in Senate and the White House.

Suit Charges Nothing Natural About "All Natural" Capri Sun Kraft Foods accused of misleading consumers.

Simple Blood Test Might Warn Heart Attack & Stroke Victims Researchers link biomarker in the blood to increase risk of attack.

Emory Healthcare Laptop Stolen Thieves get data on 38,000 patients.

Experts Concerned about Tamiflu Overuse Resistant strains of the avian flu virus could result.

Experts Offer Tips on Teenage Binge Drinking Survey finds 64% of teen tipplers engage in binge drinking.

Plain Soap and Water Still Best for Washing Hands Antibacterial soaps don't do a markedly better job and add to risk of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Starbucks Cuts Trans Fats Ban becomes effectively immediately in about half the chain's stores.

Worst Diets of 2006 Ear staples, detoxification progams among the "winners" in annual compilation of most useless weight-loss schemes.

New Test Detects E. coli, Salmonella Quickly Purdue researchers say their technique has good safety, homeland security applications.

Adults Living with Children Eat More Fat Kids may influence adults' eating habits.

Study: Pet Owners Less Healthy Finnish study finds pet owners more likely to be obese and get too little exercise.

Women May Be Able to Take a Break From Osteoporosis Drug Results indicate alendronate may have a lasting effect on older women.

Times Says Eli Lilly Camouflaged Drug Side Effects Company denies it tried to cover up problems with Zyprexa.

Company Charged in Allergy Testing Scam Illinois company drew blood, charged big fees at health fairs but didn't deliver the results.

Poll: Obesity Top Health Issue for Kids Survey finds opinions divided on who's responsible for the problem.

Lettuce Now Prime Suspect In Taco Bell E. coli Cases Focus shifts to lettuce after onions are cleared.

Hospital Statistics Not a Good Guide to Quality of Care Study finds little correlation between Medicare statistics and actual patient outcomes.

Dietary Supplements Must Report Adverse Reactions Congress passes legislation providing for better tracking and reporting.

FDA, Taco Bell At Odds Over E. coli Source Taco Bell says it hs isolated the E. coli in scallions, but FDA not so sure.

Study Links High-Protein Diet To Cancer Lean diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, beans may be a good way to protect yourself against cancer as well as heart disease.

Virginia Man Has Mad Cow Disease Third confirmed human case of the disease in the U.S.

Study Finds No Cell Phone-Cancer Link Latest study contradicts Swedish analysis that showed increased risk among long-time users.

Pediatricians Want Stricter Controls on Junk Food Ads Children being swamped with advertising claims they're too young to interpret, doctors warns.

Feds Slam "Height-Enhancing" Pills Promoters of Chitosan hit with $375,000 penalty.

Researchers Study NSAIDs and Cancer Anti-inflammatory properties of pain relievers could help prevent cancer.

Study Eyes Payments for Living Organ Donors Paying out-of-pocket expenses might encourage more donors.

Rote Learning Improves Memory in Seniors Irish researchers find intensive training followed by rest period produces positives results.

Honey Baked Recalls Hams, Turkeys Products could be contaminated with Listeria bacteria.

"Complete MoisturePlus" Contact-Lens Solution Recalled Solution may have been contaminated by water used in China plant.

FDA's Breast Implant Decision Shows 'Double Standard,' Critics Charge "Most defective medical device ever approved by the FDA," Public Citizen charges.

Health Savings Accounts: A New Way to Handle Health Care Here's a way to combine your retirement savings with healthcare insurance.

Needle Biopsy May Not Be Enough to Rule Out Breast Cancer in Some Cases Researchers find that some "benign" breast lesions may not be so benign.

Avoiding Health Risks in Midlife Can Pay Off in Old Age Study finds choices men make in midlife make a big difference later on.

Malaria Drug May Fight Common Cause of Diabetes, Heart Disease Metabolic syndrome afflicts one in four adult Americans.

No Link Between Low-Carb Diet And Heart Disease Type and amount of fat in the diet is much more important, Harvard study finds.

Irradiation Could Reduce Food-Borne Illness More than 1 million E. coli infections could be prevented annually, New England Journal of Medicine article argues.

Beta-Blocker Eye Drops Can Cause Serious Reactions Drops used to treat glaucoma implicated in deaths and injuries, especially in older patients.

Online Quiz Compares Restaurant Foods Jelly doughnuts have fewer calories than a sesame bagel?

Tattoos May Have Hidden Health Consequences Researchers find toxic chemicals used in some inks.

"LouseBuster" Eradicates Head Lice, Study Finds Utah scientists invent a hairdryer-like device that successfully kills the stubbon pests.

Smoking Linked to Complications in Prostate Cancer Treatment Smokers more likely to have problems during radiation treatment, study finds.

Decline in Adult Smoking Rates Stalls No change in smoking rate during 2004-2005, the last year for which figures are available.

Court Pulls Blinds On See Clearly Method Promoters can't demonstrate expensive eye exercises are effective.

NutriSystem Leaves a Bad Taste in Many Mouths Tasteless food, too much salt, frequent substitutions top the complaint list.

Drug Price War Expands Online Florida pharmacy offers generics online for $3.79.

Ventilation Systems Don't Make Smoke-Filled Bars Safer Secondhand smoke nearly doubles risk of breast cancer.

Salmonella Outbreak Sickens 172 Nationwide Tomatoes blamed for latest widespread food-borne illness.

Study: Exercise Helps Obese Kids Reduce Heart Disease Risk Exercise shrinks risk, not just waistlines.

November Ushers in the Days of Depression for Many Most turn to drugs for relief, though it can be a lengthy process to find the right combination.

California Urged to Monitor Farms for Food Safety Feds do nothing, California should take the lead, consumer advocates argue.

Nicotine Replacement Therapy Can Be Dangerous Study finds the therapy carries high risk for some hospitalized patients.

Specialty Fruit Juices' Health Claims Questioned Noni, mangosteen, pomegranate juice certainly cost a lot. Beyond that, who knows?

Court Orders Guidant To Release Documents Judge grants Public Citizen motion to unseal pricing data.

New Jersey Sues Rite Aid for Consumer Fraud Drug store chain sold expired merchandise, priced items inaccurately, state charges.

Walgreen's Settles Michigan Item-Pricing Suit $550,000 fine is state's second-biggest.

Study: Cell Phone Users Have Lower Sperm Counts As cell phone hours go up, sperm counts go down, Cleveland Clinic study finds.

Medco Settles Fraud, Kickback Charges for $155 Million Charges involved federal employees, Medicare clients.

Moderate Drinking May Be Beneficial in Healthy Men Study finds two drinks per day may be just what the doctor ordered.

Stars Urged to Rethink "Bud.TV" Beer-boosting Web site should verify visitors' identity, health advocates argue.

Too Little Sleep May Contribute To Childhood Obesity Researcher recommends taking gadgets out of kids' bedrooms.

Anti-Aging Supplement DHEA Doesn't Work, Study Finds Mayo Clinic study finds no effects -- good or otherwise -- from DHEA.

FDA Approves New Treatment for Diabetes New Merck tablet, Januvia, helps lower elevated blood sugar.

Allergy Drugs No Help for Kids With Fluid in the Ear Study finds greater likelihood of complications from antihistamines and decongestants than from no treatment.

How Loud Should Your iPod Be? Excessive volume can lead to hearing loss, audiologists warn.

Disney To Cut The Fat In Its Food Trans fat gets the boot from theme parks, licensing deals also affected.

R.J. Reynolds Agrees to Stop Selling Candy-Flavored Cigarettes States act after feds do nothing.

How Much Caffeine In That Cup Of Decaf? Researchers find enough caffeine in most decaf drinks to cause problems in sensitive individuals.

Ignored, Mistreated, Overcharged Virginia Woman's Experience Illustrates Abuses Perpetrated by Non-Profit Hospitals

Report: Shopping Around Beats Medicare Drug Prices Medicare clients could do better on their own, Consumers Union report finds.

Food Companies Agree to New Standards for School Snacks Former President Clinton brokers snack pact.

Report: Kids Need Playtime Pediatricians urge more unstructured play time for over-scheduled kids.

Smoking Bans Going Global Even France is considering a ban on smoking in some public places.

Does Thinner Mean Smarter? Study suggests that people with normal body weight may not only be physically healthier, but mentally too.

Some Lettuce Recalled Over E. coli Concerns No illness reported but E. coli found in irrigation water used by lettuce farmer.

Drugs by Mail: Money Saver or Rx for Disaster? Mail-order works well for simple, repetitive orders, not so well for exotic drugs or hurry-up orders.

Study Finds Bias in Drug Studies When drug companies underwrite studies, they often get their money's worth, study finds.

Wal-Mart Expands Its Generic Drug Discounts $4 prices go statewide in Florida today, company shoots to expand nationwide by end of the year.

Walgreens Cases Spotlight Problem of Rx Errors Giant pharmacy chain ordered to pay $31 million for error that killed a patient.

FDA Warns of Botulism Risk in Bolthouse Farms Carrot Juice Four botulism cases may be linked to bottled carrot juice.

One-Third Of U.S. Youth Not Physically Fit Study warns teens are increasingly at risk for chronic diseases.

Consumers Concerned About Carbon Monoxide in Meat Consumer groups want FDA to ban the practice, which makes meat appear fresh.

Doctors Agree: Drug Company Freebies Have Impact But doctors surveyed say it's other doctors that are likely to be influenced.

Suntans Without the Sun? Scientists working to make skin "think" it's outside.

Hospital, Health Insurance Costs Skyrocket Health insurance premiums are rising twice as fast as the rate of inflation.

Menthol Cigarettes Harder to Give Up Study finds menthol smokers less likely to kick the habit.

Sensor May Speed E. Coli Detection Small device could be used in the home eventually.

Target Matches Wal-Mart's $4 Generic Rx Price Walgreens sits it out, smaller pharmacies rattled.

Seniors Bemoan "Donut Day" - Medicare Drug Coverage Stops for Millions Millions of elderly Americans find themselves without prescription drug coverage today.

Wal-Mart Cuts Generic Rx Prices To $4 In Florida Program starts tomorrow in Tampa, spreading to the rest of Florida by January.

Tainted Spinach Toll Rises Recalls widen as authorities seek source of outbreak.

Carrot Juice Suspected in Botulism Cases Lack of refrigeration may be to blame for Georgia cases.

A New Wrinkle: Botox Users May Become "Addicted" Study identifies warning signs of Botox "addiction."

Study: Exercise May Help Pulmonary Hypertension Patients Controlled exercise offers physical and psychological benefits.

California Spinach Blamed for E. coli Outbreak Tainted spinach sold under Trader Joe's, Dole and Earthbound Farm brand names, among others.

Pacifier Overuse Can Lead to Ear Infections Parents should limit use of pacifiers and wean children after 10 months.

Good Reasons to Wear a Bike Helmet Study confirms bicycle helmets prevent serious head and brain injury.

FDA Critic Blasts Merck's Vioxx Replacement Arcoxia may be as risky for the heart as Vioxx, David Graham charges.

For Sale: Your Health Care Records Report warns of privacy gaps as medical records are computerized.

Pennsylvania Sues Hearing Aid Firm For Elder Abuse First complaint filed by the state's new Elder Abuse Unit.

Lower Mortality Found Among Japanese Green Tea Drinkers Japanese who drink more green tea have lower death rate from heart disease.

Magnetic Bedding Attracts Lawsuits, Complaints Instead of relief from ailments, consumers get expense and aggravation.

Consumers Often Overdose on Prescription Eye Drops Use just one drop at a time, Public Citizen advises.

Health Care Agencies Violate Patients' Privacy Forty percent of insurers, agencies have lost patient data.

Older Fathers More Likely to Have Autistic Children Study finds higher risk of autism in children born to fathers over 40.

The Dangers of Latte Land Elaborate coffee bar drinks loaded with calories, fat.

Fast Food and Your Kids Hype aside, are the fast food chains really doing anything to promote healthful eating?

Salads Not Just Rabbit Food Study confirms salad's nutritional benefits.

Fruit Juice May Reduce Alzheimer's Risk Study finds 76 percent reduction in Alzheimer's incidence among heavy fruit drinkers.

Aspirin May Prevent or Delay Enlarged Prostate Researchers find taking aspirin, ibuprofen and similar drugs may prevent or delay development of benign enlarged prostate.

Public Citizen Warns of Cipro Dangers Cipro and similar antibiotics raise risk of tendon ruptures.

Researchers Tout Tea's Health Benefits British researchers proclaim tea the healthiest beverage.

Hopkins Researchers Find Better Blood Test for Prostate Cancer More accurate test could provide quicker treatment and fewer false alarms.

All Forms Of Tobacco Harmful, Study Finds Smoking, chewing, pipes, cigars, second-hand smoke ... all forms of tobacco raise heart attack risk.

Not All Sunscreens Are Equal Sun-burned consumers find some more effective than others.

Heart Association Wants More Physical Activity in Schools Kids developing heart disease and diabetes because of inactivity.

Obesity Expert Calls Processed Food "Toxic" Consumers can't be blamed for making bad choices when all the choices are bad.

Many Children With ADHD Not Being Treated Research contradicts common notion that children are being overtreated.

GlaxoSmithKline Settles Illegal Pricing Scheme Company agrees to establish $40 million restitution fund.

FTC Stops Sales Of Chinese Herbal Supplements Promoters of Dia-Cope violated earlier court order.

Study Links Soft Drinks With Obesity Harvard researchers studied 40 years of consumption patterns.

Americans May Be Relying Too Heavily on Sleeping Pills Risk of side effects and misuse may outweight short-term benefit of sleeping pills.

FTC Alleges Illegal Internet Sales of Contact Lenses Contacts allegedly sold over the Internet without a valid prescription.

Latex In Food Packaging Poses Risk European study warns lack of labeling poses risk to those with allergies.

Smokers with Chronic Pain Smoke More, Study Finds Pain sufferers hope to quit smoking though.

States Petition EPA to Disclose "Secret" Pesticide Ingredients "Inert" ingredients, which don't have to be disclosed, can be harmful too, states argue.

U.S. Surgeon General Quits Dr. Richard Carmona issued report detailing health risks of secondhand tobacco smoke.

Excess Fat Blocks X-Rays, Ultrasounds Medical tests may not return accurate results in the obese.

"Food Industry Protection Act" Threatens Food Safety Congress bows to food industry at expense of consumers' safety.

FDA Warns Against Using High-Strength Hydrogen Peroxide As Medicine Texas Web sites warned against promoting the chemical as a medicine.

Skin Cancer More Deadly in Darker-Skinned People Dark skin doesn't confer "immunity" from skin cancer, study warns.

J.D. Power: Travelers Prefer Smoke-Free Hotels Survey finds 79 percent of hotel customers prefer a smoke-free environment throughout the hotel.

Prescription Painkillers Cause More Deaths Than Heroin or Cocaine National epidemic of overdose deaths in the US began in the 1990s, CDC reports.

FDA Warns Consumers About Alternative Lyme Disease Treatment One death and several injuries blamed on bismacine, sometimes used by "alternative" health providers.

Study: Never Too Late to Exercise Researchers find that even those who start exercising late in life enjoy significant benefits.

Medication Errors Hit 1.5 Million Americans Annually Institute of Medicine report finds error rate so high most hospital patients are exposed to one error per day.

Researchers Find On/Off Switch For Chronic Pain Protein in nerve cells acts as a switch, Columbia University researchers report.

Merck Wins Latest Vioxx Suit New Jersey jury finds painkiller didn't cause the plaintiff's heart attack.

FDA Warns of Dangerous Ingredients in "Sexual Enhancement" Supplements "Dietary supplements" contain dangerous, illegal compounds, agency warns.

Wal-Mart Agrees to Stock Plan B in Connecticut Stores State had threatened to exclude Wal-Mart from its insurance plan if it failed to dispense the contraceptive.

Americans Confused about Mercury in Seafood, Survey Finds Consumer group wants FDA to require warnings at fish counters or on labels.

Internal Review Questions FDA's Commitment To Drug Safety Agency doesn't aggressively follow up with drug manufacturers to monitor safety, report finds.

FDA Requires New Warning Label For Antibiotic Ketek implicated in scattered liver damage cases.

Candy Makers Agree to Reduce Lead in Mexican-Style Candies Mars, Hershey subsidiaries agree to comply with Proposition 65. Lawsuit continues against other companies.

Prostate Radiation May Cause Problems Later Study finds rectal cancer is a small but real risk of prostate radiation treatments.

Surgeon General: No Risk-Free Level of Exposure to Secondhand Smoke Damage from secondhand smoke is immediate, hits infants and children hardest.

FDA Mum on Laser Smoking-Cessation Programs Agency won't comment on demands it step up oversight of stop-smoking products.

Public Citizen Disputes Low-Power Laser Stop-Smoking Claims Organization wants FDA to put a stop to unproven claims.

FDA Approves Generic Form of Zocor Popular statin reduces cholesterol in the bloodstream.

Doctors Warn Against Cell Phone Use In Storms Researchers find evidence that cell phone use can increase severity of lightning-strike injuries.

Researchers Say "Killer" Asthma Inhalers Should Be Recalled Serevent, Advair, Foradil implicated in 4 of 5 asthma deaths.

Whole Foods Agrees to Post FDA's Mercury Warning Safeway and Wild Oats also agree to post warnings aimed at women, children.

Medical Journal Warns Obesity Guidelines May Endanger Children Is obesity the new attention deficit disorder?

Chevron Will Curtail Tobacco Sales to Minors Previous agreements cover Wal-Mart, Walgreens, Rite Aid, CVS Pharmacy and 7-Eleven stores.

AMA Wants Moratorium on Consumer Ads for New Prescription Drugs Doctors want time to familiarize themselves with new drugs before patients start demanding them.

Coffee May Help Prevent Liver Disease Study suggests coffee protects against liver damage from excessive alcohol use.

California Supreme Court Rules Against Pearle Vision Pearle illegally wrote prescriptions and sold glasses from the same stores, court rules.

FDA Cracks Down on Unapproved Antihistamine About 120 medicines contain carbinoxamine, which may pose a danger to infants and children.

Severely Disabled Still Stranded Without Medicare Coverage Measure to speed delivery of desperately needed care languishes in Congress.

Wendy's Cuts Trans Fats in Fries and Chicken FDA should require other restaurants to follow suit, consumer groups charge.

New Jersey Sues Five Health Club Operators Clubs worked over consumers seeking work-outs, state charges.

Big Savings Available As Major Drugs Go Generic Consumers could save billions as anti-cholesterol and anti-depressant drugs go generic.

California Nursing Home Operator Arrested in Alleged Bribery Case Residents allegedly neglected and abused while health inspectors offered bribes.

Car Seats Impair Newborns' Breathing Study finds oxygen levels fall, heart rate may slow when infants are left in safety seats.

Lung Association Attacks Alcohol-Flavored Cigarettes Latest "underhanded tactic" aimed at hooking young smokers.

Food Fight: McDonald's Takes On Critics McDonald's CEO says his company "leads the way" in food safety, employment opportunity and charitable activities.

The Lowdown on Candida Never mind the hype -- talk to your doctor before blaming health problems on the yeast candida.

Weight Gain Linked To Lack Of Sleep Largest study to date finds that over 16 years, women who slept less gained more weight.

States Seek Crackdown on "Little Cigars" Tobacco companies using federal rules to sell cigarettes disguised as cigars to kids, states charge.

Calcium Supplements Can Contain Lead Look out! Study finds dangerous levels of lead in many calcium supplements.

Castration May Be Advised in Advanced Prostate Cancer Survival rates improved 500 percent in test group.

Chemo Pump Aids in Fight Against Colon Cancer New pump, implanted in patient's belly, delivers chemo where it's needed most.

FDA Approves New Stop-Smoking Drug Initial 12-week course of treatment with Chantix found effective in six clinical trials.

Coffee "Dipstick" May Detect Presence of Caffeine Researchers use camel and llama antibodies to develop caffeine detector.

Study: Overweight Smokers Heading For Early Grave Study finds significant overlap between obesity and smoking in U.S.

7UP Not "All Natural," Consumers Group Charges Nothing natural about high fructose corn syrup.

Acne Drug's Possible Depression Link Under Review Young women taking Dianette report suffering severe depression.

Disney Dumps McDonald's Walt Disney won't provide figures for Happy Meals anymore.

Study: Doctors Prescribe Drugs without Adequate Scrutiny Many drugs routinely used in "off-label" applications with little scientific justification.

EU Scientists Uphold Safety of Aspartame No evidence low-cal sweetener is hazardous.

FDA Not Ready To Order Recall Of Bausch & Lomb ReNu FDA not sure it has enough evidence to order a recall.

Antibiotics and Food Poisoning Danish study finds eliminating antibiotics from animal feed improves human health.

Bausch & Lomb Facing Multiple Lawsuits Victims of severe eye infections blame their contact lens solution.

Feds Gently Prod Food Marketers to Help Fight Childhood Obesity FTC, HHS issue voluntary recommendations for food marketers.

Health Experts Step Up Trampoline Warnings Serious injuries on the rise as backyard trampolines gain in popularity.

Two Popular Statins Going Generic Pravachol and Zocor will both be available as generics this summer.

Study: OTC Pain Relievers And Alcohol Risky Combination A couple of headache pills and a few glasses of wine at dinner could spell trouble.

Caffeine Raises Blood Pressure, Lowers Heart Rate In Kids Study is first to look at caffeine's effect on children.

FDA Approves Generic Version Of Cholesterol Drug Bristol-Myers Squibb's Pravachol is first statin to go generic.

Researchers Say They Can Reverse Type 1 Diabetes University of Virginia team uses combination of treatments in mice.

Blacks Have Less Trust in Health Care Providers than Whites Survey finds low levels of trust by 44.7 percent of blacks and 33.5 percent of whites.

Pepsi Agrees to Get the Lead Out of Mexican Soda Bottles Used in the U.S. Bill pending in Congress would have prohibited California from taking action to protect children from lead poisoning.

Chlorine in Pools Poses Health Risks Skin care products can combine with chloroform to irritate the nose, sinuses and lungs.

Experts: Skip The Cough Medicine Allergy medicines do a lot more good than cough medicine, which is largely ineffective.

Experts: Skip The Cough Medicine Allergy medicines do a lot more good than cough medicine, which is largely ineffective.

Researchers Find Pesticides In Cigarette Smoke Previously undetected pesticides survive the combustion process.

Burger Wars: McDonald's Prepares to Fire Back at Critics Wendy's CEO quits amid slumping sales, restive franchisees.

Health Insurance A Near-Monopoly, Study Finds Lack of competition driving up prices, reducing choice and innovation, AMA charges.

Tanning Ads Commonly Seen in High School Newspapers Despite rising incident of skin cancer, tanning devices being sold to teens.

New Form Of CPR May Save More Lives Cardiac arrest survival rates increased three-fold using a new form of CPR developed at The University of Arizona.

Bausch & Lomb "Withdraws" ReNu Contact Lens Solution Company asks retailers to pull the product from their shelves while eye infection cases are probed.

Wal-Mart, Walgreens Stop Selling Bausch & Lomb ReNu Contact lens solution linked to serious eye infections in some users.

Soft Drink Makers Sued Over Benzene Vitamin C combines with preservatives to create carcinogen under certain conditions.

Big Hips, Big Belly? Blame Your GenesStudy finds genes determine distribution of body fat.

Serious Eye Infections Linked to Soft Contacts Fungal infection can cause permanent loss of sight if not treated in time.

Ohio Sues Firm For Helping Telemarketing Fraud Canadian telemarketers used Ohio company to process payments from victims' bank accounts, suit charges.

Herbs No Substitute for Antihistamines Study doesn't answer questions about safety and long-term effects of butterbur.

Traveling With Needles Airlines and airport security agents inconsistent on patients traveling with needles.

A New Drug for Leg Ulcers Drug previously used to treat leg cramps shown to be effective against leg ulcers as well.

Study Finds Arsenic Widespread In Chicken Chicken ranchers still using arsenic in chicken feed.

Supermarket Chains Refuse To Sell Carbon Monoxide-Treated Meat Chemical lends a bright red appearance to meat, disguising aging and spoilage.

Hearing Professionals Praise Apple's New iPod Volume Control Software controls will help prevent hearing loss, hearing specialists say.

Lab Tests Reveal Hidden Trans Fat in "0 Grams Trans" Spreads Can't believe it's not butter? It's not 0 grams trans fat, either.

DuPont Hopes Teflon Charges Don't Stick Iowa judge prepares to hear barrage of class action lawsuits alleging health threats from Teflon cookware.

Studies Confirm Vegetarian Diet Takes Pounds Off Review of 87 studies leaves little doubt a vegetarian diet leads to weight loss regardless of exercise and other factors.

Sunscreen Makers Lie, Suits Charge Consumers endangered by major manufacturers' exaggerated claims, lawsuits charge.

Study: Raspberries Best Source Of Antioxidants You don't have to eat fish to get the benefit of antioxidants.

Study: Young Women Don't Get Enough Calcium Deficiency in teen years can cause big trouble later.

Women's Health Group Questions Diet Pill Safety Opposition grows to making orlistat (Xenical) available without a prescription.

Groups Want Sodas With Benzene Out Of Schools Carcinogen is formed by reaction of Vitamin C and common preservatives.

GlaxoSmithKline Settles Paxil Lawsuit Company will pay states who charged it with blocking generic competition.

Survey: Teens Not Getting Enough Sleep Researchers find teens go to sleep too late, get up too early.

Researchers Clone Omega-3 Producing Pig A way to get fish oil without the fish?

Herbal Products Linked to Cocaine Use in Teens Study of high school students finds heaviest herbal users were more likely to use illicit drugs.

Uric Acid Levels Linked to Heart Disease Elevated uric acid level can lead to heart disease, 20-year study finds.

Moderate Drinking May Be Unhealthy After All Study suggests moderate drinkers have lower risk factors, possibly skewing earlier results.

Treating Depression May Mean Trying Different Drugs One in three to four people need to change drugs or add a second medication, researchers report.

Plant Sterol Pills Help Lower Cholesterol Researchers find plant sterol can make statins even more effective.

FDA Prohibits Use Of Antiviral Drugs In Poultry Agency fears off-label use could develop drug-resistant flu strains.

High-Fat Foods Making "No Trans Fat" Claims Consumer group wants FDA to clean up claims by Mrs. Smith's, Mrs. Paul's, Sara Lee, Nestle, etc.

Minor Mutations Found in Bird Flu Virus Changes increase risk of human infection, researchers report.

Wal-Mart to Begin Dispensing "Morning After" Pill This Week Retailer folds to pressure from activists who label it anti-woman.

Americans Confused about Health Effects of Eating Fish Mixed messages add up to confusion for many.

CVS Will Restrict Tobacco Sales to Minors Latest retail chain to agree to tighten up its policies.

Study: Asthma Patients Think It's Temporary Too many patients stop taking their medication when symptoms subside.

Senate Bill Would Stop Tobacco Shipments by Mail Postal Service is "last refuge" of illegal online tobacco sales.

Study Finds Aspirin Still Tops in Heart Attack & Stroke Prevention Less risk of bleeding than with other clot prevention regimens.

California Fines Nursing Home Chain $1 Million Pleasant Care required to improve the quality of care at its 30 facilities in the state.

Cigarette Sales Fall Sharply In 2005 4.2 percent decrease is the largest one-year decline since 1999.

Young Children and Dogs May Not Mix Study finds dog bites most common in youngest children.

Swedish Study Finds Genetic Link To Anorexia The good news is that anorexia in youth appears to protect against obesity in adulthood.

Study Suggests Antidepressant-Suicide Link Data from 24 clinical trials suggest medications may be linked to suicidal thoughts and behaviors in children.

Obesity May Increase Sensitivity To Pain Researchers find obese individuals react more strongly to painful stimuli.

Public Citizen Petitions FDA to Ban Darvon Petition charges drug is addictive, ineffective and has caused 2,000 deaths.

Company Allegedly Deceived Seniors with Prescription Drug Plan Pro-Tel Planning settles Pennsylvania charges.

Glucosamine and Chondroitin Show Mixed Results in Pain Relief Study Results were better among patients with moderate to severe pain.

Cigarette Smoking Leads to Root Canal Study confirms link between cigarettes and root canals. Pipes, cigars not so bad.

Nationwide Infant Formula Recall Metal particles found in some Mead Johnson formula.

Pitfalls Remain Despite New Trans-Fat Labeling Rules Many food processors have dumped partially hydrogenated oils but there's a little more to it.

FDA Asked to Prohibit use of Carbon Monoxide in Red Meat Chemical can mask signs of aging and decay in packaged meats.

Pig Cells May Be Useful in Diabetes Treatment Islet transplants could help Type 1 and possibly Type 2 diabetes patients.

McDonald's Fesses Up to Milk, Wheat Content of Fries Latest admission follows admission that fires are sky-high iin trans fat content.

Mercury Levels Rising In Sport Fish Anglers may be bringing home more than they bargained for.

Parkinson's Drug May Cause Compulsive Gambling FDA's findings confirm earlier reports that Mirapex can leave to pathological gambling.

Circumcision May Protect Against Cervical Cancer Study finds women who have sex with uncircumcised men more likely to develop cervical cancer.

Total Cancer Deaths Down This Year First time total deaths have declined in 70 years.

Female Hormones May Affect Allergies, Asthma Women with irregular periods have higher risk of developing allergies and asthma.

McDonald's Finds More Trans Fat in its Fries New tests find one-third more trans fat than previously reported.

Arby's Offers Healthier Kids' Meal Crustless sandwich lower in fat, calories.

FedEx Clamps Down on Cigarette Delivery U.S. Postal Service now major delivery agent for most contraband.

Study Finds Teflon Chemical In Newborns' Umbilical Cords PFOA, a suspected carcinogen, found in 298 of 300 newborns tested.

U.S. Meat Supply at Risk of Mad Cow Disease Inspector General finds inspectors not following cattle screening rules.

Suit Charges iPods Can Damage Hearing Consumer's lawsuit claims iPod's headphones are unusually dangerous.

FTC: Dietary Supplements Don't Deliver "Free Trials" of Avlimil, Rogisen aren't free, complaint charges.

Study Links Virus To Obesity The obesity epidemic might be just that.

Protein Triggers Fat-Saturated Cell Death Researchers find mechanism by which obesity leads to diabetes.

Study: Cell Phones Reduce Hospital Errors Risk of interference outweighed by benefits of improved communications.

Companies Will Reduce Lead in Costume Jewelry 71 companies agree to comply with California's Proposition 65.

Gero Vita Promoter Settles FTC Charges Dietary supplements marketed through allegedly fraudulent direct mail promotions.

Common Blood Thinner Increases Risk of Bone Fracture Study links warfarin to osteoporosis-linked bone fractures in older patients.

FDA Approves Diabetes Inhaler Exubera Pfizer won approval from the European Commission earlier Friday.

AARP Wants Changes in Medicare Rx Plan Wants government to help control drug prices.

Philip Morris Agrees To Snuff Web Cigarette Sales Feds do nothing, states lead drive to shut down online sales to minors.

Study: Cardiac Drug Doubles Risk of Kidney Failure Study finds widely-used aprotinin more dangerous than cheaper, more effective generics.

Two Drugs May Someday Fight Mad Cow Disease Drugs used to fight schizophrenia and malaria being used for use against mad cow disease.

FDA Panel Greenlights Obesity Pill Xenical headed for over-the-counter sales.

Canada Finds Another Case Of Mad Cow Disease Japan reinstates ban on U.S. beef imports.

Parents Alerted to Winter SIDS Risk Babies should sleep on their backs.

Latex, Latex Everywhere Danger to Allergy Sufferers Grows with Wider Use of Latex Gloves

Head Lice Shampoo Linked To Leukemia French researchers warn parents about their findings.

FDA Warns Brazilian Diet Pills May Be Dangerous Dietary supplements sold on the Internet may contain amphetamines, other dangerous compounds.

Low-Calorie Diet Good for Your Heart Study finds well-balanced, low-calorie diet can slow or reverse aging process in the heart.

More Good News about Meditation Study finds it can reduce cholesterol buildup, lessening the chance of heart attack and stroke.

FDA Warns Against Filling U.S. Prescriptions Abroad Same names can mean vastly different drugs in foreign lands, agency warns.

Group Warns of Polluted Air Inside Cars Flame-retardant chemicals "toxic at any speed," environmental organization claims.

Despite the Ads, Cough Syrup Does Little Good New guidelines recommend against use of over-the-counter cough remedies.

New Medicare Drug Benefit Descends into Chaos Frail seniors unable to fill prescriptions as complex drug benefit program gets under way.

Alcoholism May Be Linked to Taste Buds Researchers find a gene variant for a bitter-taste receptor on the tongue is associated with an increased risk for alcohol dependence.

Study: Transcendental Meditation Lengthens Lifespan Transcendental meditation reduces the death rate among the elderly and prolongs life, study finds.

Survey: D.C. Medical Society Fabricated Obstetrician Shortage Society is a "cynical fear-monger," Public Citizen charges.

Study Links Smoking To Birth Deformities Pregnant women who smoke more likely to have infants with abnormalities, study finds.

Hidden Cameras Reveal Neglect at NY Nursing Homes Nineteen employees arrested in crackdown on patient abuse, neglect.

Frito-Lay Target of Olestra Lawsuit "Light" Chips Can Cause Diarrhea, Stomach Cramps

Gero Vita Promoter Fined $4.5 Million Made false claims about supposed health potions, feds charge.

Alcohol Ads Linked to Teen Drinking Study suggests link between ads and teen consumption of alcohol.

Illinois Safeguards Comparison Shopping for Prescriptions New law requires pharmacies to post all drug prices.

Flu Outbreak Jams California Emergency Rooms Seasonal outbreak is not related to bird flu, experts note.

Hispanics Readily Adopt American Eating Habits As Hispanics acculturate, they quickly drop Latino dietary habits.

Eli Lily Fined $36 Million Over Evista Promotion Drugmaker promoted drug for unapproved uses to boost sales.

Do Flu Shots Really Help Seniors? Healthy seniors more likely to get vaccine, which skews statistics, study finds.

ConocoPhillips Agrees to Reduce Cigarette Sales to Minors It's the latest agreement wrested from retailers by a coalition of state attorneys general.

Breast Implant Complications Frequent, Study Finds Almost one-third of women who underwent reconstructive breast implantation had at least one short-term complication.

Harvard Study: Carpal Tunnel Not Caused by Computer Use Researchers debunk carpal tunnel beliefs but warn of repetitive stress injuries.

FDA Warns of Phony Bird Flu Drugs FDA warns nine companies to stop making unsupported claims for their products.

Study Describes Dangerous Heart Condition in Young Athletes Fainting in connection with exercise a warning sign.

New Law Makes It Tougher To Buy Cold Medicine Congress limits access to Sudafed and similar over-the-counter meds.

Healing Feet with Retin-A Researchers find acne medicine can help heal ulcers on feet.

FDA Warns Consumers About Miracle II Products Nutrition supplements are bacterially contaminated and have not been proven to be safe and effective.

Government Report Indicts Food Ads Aimed at Kids SpongeBob SquarePants may have to lighten up.

Warning To Fast Food Consumers: Actual Calories May Vary British consumer group charges fast food chains are consistently underestimating calories on their menus.

FDA Warning Frightens Asthmatics Nothing in the FDA warning is new and patients should not stop taking their medicine without talking to their doctor.

FDA Shuts Down Eye Drop Manufacturer Deficiencies cited in Oxydrops, Bright Eyes, Bright Eyes II, Clarity Vision for Life, Visitein, and Can-C.

Soft Bones in Men Men get osteoperosis too. Treatments that work in women can help men too.

Restaurants Still Pouring on the Trans Fats McDonald's, Starbucks, Popeye's resist pressure to remove harmful trans fats.

Daycare Illness Guidelines Largely Unknown Parents, child care providers, doctors in the dark about national guidelines.

Study: Most Women Don't Need Hormones for Menopause Symptoms Risks outweigh the benefits, Consumer Reports warns.

Whistleblower Claims DuPont Failed to Act on Food Contamination Danger DuPont allegedly knew for years about higher than expected food contamination from one of its non-stick coatings.

Air Pollution May Cause, Not Just Trigger, Asthma Southern California study finds asthma develops more often among children in polluted areas.

Beta Blockers Shown to Help Women Most previous studies of beta blockers' effect on heart failure had been conducted on men.

Hospital Sloppiness Costing Taxpayers Billions Medicare/Medicaid get stuck with the bill for most hospital infections, report finds.

Study Finds Heart Benefits from Protein-Rich Diet Replacing some, but not all, carbohydrates can improve heart health, researchers find.

Eating Out Often May Add to Kids' Cardiovascular Risk Children who frequently eat out have higher heart disease risk than those who eat more meals at home, researchers report.

Exercise Extends Life, Improves Cardiovascular Health Long-term study confirms benefits of exercise in those aged 50+.

Consumers Bought into Health Plan They Thought Was Medical Insurance Illinois sues two companies for allegedly deceptive marketing.

New Vaccine Protects Against Staph Infection Staph a serious menace both in and out of hospitals.

New Test Finds Down Syndrome Earlier First-trimester test gives women earlier diagnosis.

Sleep Apnea Heightens Risk of Stroke and Death Study of more than 1,000 patients finds risk increases regardless of other risk factors.

Syphilis on the Rise Infection rate up for the fourth year in a row, CDC reports.

No Link Between Coffee and Hypertension But Cola May Be a Different Story Consumption of both sugared and diet colas found in patients with high blood pressure.

Movies Encourage Teen Smoking, Study Finds Exposure to movie smoking accounts for smoking initiation among over one-third of U.S. adolescents.

KFC Fears Bird Flu Will Pluck Its Sales Will consumers turn away from chicken? The colonel hopes not.

Weight Loss from a Cactus? Look on the Internet and youll find dozens of ads peddling pills which supposedly contain an African cactus substance. But do they really?

Can Aspirin Prevent Skin Cancer? Australian study suggests it might do just that.

Waist-Hip Ratio Measures Heart Attack Risk Body mass index obsolete, researchers declare.

U.S. Health Care Most Expensive & Most Error Prone Not only do Americans pay much more for medical treatment, they also bear the brunt of the most medical errors, a study finds.

Studies Find Autism Not Caused by Vaccinations Comprehensive review of 31 studies find no link between MMR vaccine and autism or other childhood diseases.

States Sue Peoples Benefit Services First major prosecution of allegedly fraudulent Medicare Part D offering.

AARP: Drug Prices Still Rising Coupled with rising energy costs, rising prescription bills will have a chilling effect, AARP warns.

Supreme Court Clears Cell Phone Cancer Suits for Trial Manufacturers lose bid to block suits alleging harmful radiation.

Study: Hispanic Youth Excessively Targeted By Alcohol Ads Georgetown study recommends action by FCC, FTC.

McDonalds To List Nutrition Information on Packages Critics, not overwhelmed, wanted calories listed on the menu.

FDA Condemns Unproven Health Claims for Fruit Companies warned to stop claiming cherries and other fruits prevent or cure disease.

Justice in the Workplace Associated with Reduced Heart Disease Risk Workers who feel they're treated fairly tend to have less coronary artery disease.

Sure, Sugar's Sweet, But How Safe Is It? Answer: It depends how much of it you consume.

Study Focuses on Age of First Alcoholic Drink Family history of alcohol dependency not necessarily the most important factor.

Nutrition Labels on Alcoholic Beverages Urged Consumer groups ask for immediate federal action.

Doctors, Patients Rush to Stockpile Tamiflu Fear of bird flu pandemic sparks run on antiviral medications.

Pediatricians Revise SIDS Prevention Recommendations Infants should sleep on their back with a pacifier, according to latest guidelines.

Best Treatment for Acne? Take Your Pick Study finds commonly-accepted treatments work equally well.

Aspirin Can Help Prevent Recurring Strokes Study finds aspirin more effective than coumadin.

Preventing Soft Bones Do it now, not later. Treatment late in life not as effective as good nutrition in youth.

Errors Common In Cancer Diagnosis More than 1 in 10 cancer cases misdiagnosed, study finds.

U.S. Fears Devastating "Bird Flu" Pandemic Country is completely unprepared for what could be its worst natural disaster ever, report warns.

St. Louis Researchers Find Cell Phone Radiation Doesn't Promote Cancer Cell phone radiation didn't activate stress response in mouse, hamster or human cells.

Childhood ADHD May Lead to Smoking in Adulthood Duke University researchers find smoking risk rises with each ADHD symptom.

Fried Foods, Fatter Kids Study finds kids who eat out often are more likely to be overweight.

FDA Issues Suicide Warning on ADHD Drug Children and adolescents on Strattera should be closely monitored for suicidal thinking.

Suit Charges Pfizer Misled Seniors About Lipitor No evidence drug is beneficial for older persons who do not already have heart disease, suit claims.

Son of Sphinx - USDA Unveils Another Food Pyramid Another multi-colored pyramid with no labels is supposed to help kids eat right.

FDA Warns Paxil Users of Birth Defect Risk Long-term study finds Paxil riskier than other antidepressants.

Acid Reflux Treatment Recalled After 11 Patient Injuries and One Death Boston Scientific blames doctors for incorrectly administering the treatment.

Wealthy Saudi Received Liver Transplant Ahead of Other Patients Los Angeles hospital suspends liver transplants pending an investigation.

That Pink Ribbon Can Be Misleading, Consumer Group Warns Not all companies that display the ribbon make meaningful contributions.

Asthma and Obesity: Is There A Connection? Heavier women show strong tendency to develop asthma.

Sports Drinks Can Cause Tooth Decay Popular super-charged drinks are even worse than colas.

Nursing Home 101: Being an Effective Advocate Federal and state rules you should know to protect your loved one.

Bottled Water Linked To Cavities' Comeback Not enough fluoride to protect kids' teeth.

Cortislim Promoters Forfeit $4.5 Million in FTC Settlement Infomercials promised weight loss in a bottle.

FDA Refuses to Approve Pfizer Cox-2 Drug Liquid painkiller intended for short-term use in post-surgery patients.

Texas Shuts Down "Alternative Medicine" Companies Two Dallas-area businesses offered illegal miracle cure drugs and herbal remedies.

Pennsylvania Fines Hearing Aid Company $190,000 Firm ordered to stop doing business in the state.

Healthy Diet Cuts Pancreatic Cancer Risk The more fruits and vegetables per day, the better, researchers find.

Air Cleaners of Doubtful Value Consumer Reports finds even the best air purifiers may be a frivolous investment.

Knowing How to Lead a Healthy Lifestyle Isn't Enough Study finds most Americans know what they should do, but few actually do so.

Eat Cereal, Stay Thin Two studies find cereal-for-breakfast eaters tend to be thinner.

Texas Stops Sale of Mislabeled Infant Formula Company was shipping adulterated formula into Mexico.

Texas Stops Improper Sales Of Therapeutic Massage Devices Ceragem claims its products cure cancer, other ailments.

FDA Panel Rejects Prostate Cancer Pill Panel gives unanimous thumbs-down after reviewing an FDA staff report questioning the research backing the application.

GAO Report Shows Junk Food in 9 out of 10 Schools Despite pockets of progress, situation getting worse rather than better, study finds.

Teen Girls Who Eat Cereal Stay Thinner Study finds cereal consumption directly tied to lower body mass index.

Bacteria in Household Dust May Trigger Asthma Symptoms Bedroom floor a haven for endotoxins linked to respiratory problems in adults.

Oat Pills Can Lower Cholesterol An easier way to get enough oak bran.

The Importance of Warming Up With age, proper warm-ups become more important than ever.

New Powder Stops Bleeding Fast Like an instant scab, powder stops bleeding, starts healing.

Allergy Myths Revealed Common myths keep consumers from taking effective action.

Word Recall An Alzheimers Tip-Off? Researchers find simple word tests can detect early Alzheimer's.

Kids Mimic Parents' Smoking, Drinking Attitudes, Study Finds Dartmouth study one of first to measure pre-schoolers' attitudes.

Study Finds No Cell Phone-Cancer Link in First Decade of Use British researchers examine prevalence of specific tumor, find no elevated risk in first 10 years.

Judge Refuses to Gag Trudeau Critics Consumer group asks television stations to withdraw ads for best-seller.

Coffee A Health Drink? Perky Industry-Funded Study Says So Researchers say coffee is the leading source of antioxidants for most Americans.

Researchers Find Ties Between Asthma and Emotion Study finds test subjects' symptoms respond to emotion as well as pollen.

California Sues to Require Cancer Warnings on Potato Chips and French Fries Proposition 65 requires consumer warnings whenever toxic substances are found in food.

Consumers Union Wants More Data on Mad Cow Testing CU wants more details on 400,000 cows USDA says have been tested.

Protein-Rich Diet Boosts Benefit of Exercise Study finds high-carb diets not as effective in building muscle mass.

Calcium Supplements May Help Teen-Aged Girls Study found fewer broken bones in girls taking calcium.

XPress Pharmacy Spammer Jailed In Minnesota Christopher Smith regarded as "public nuisance number one" for his alleged spamming exploits.

Media Faulted on Coverage of Drug Trials Lack of primary sources causes inaccuracies, sometimes with serious results.

Study Casts Doubt on Soy's Health Benefits Evidence review finds little evidence of major health improvements from soy consumption.

Study: PSA Test Doesn't Improve Prostate Cancer Survival Rate Large study compares outcomes, finds no benefit from PSA test.

Fast-Food Restaurants Cluster Around Schools Study finds 3 to 4 times more junk food palaces than normal in school neighborhoods.

Pros and Cons Dog Long-term Aspirin Use Latest study confirms pros ... and cons.

New Test Finds Infant Iron Deficiency Problem affects 10 percent of infants, can slow mental development.

Feds Snuff Smoke Away Claims with $1.3 Million Penalty Smoking cessation kits don't work and "experts" misrepresented their experience, FTC charges.

Study Finds Stronger Link Between Paxil And Suicide Norwegian researchers find adults at risk of suicidal thoughts as well as children.

Bally's Customers Hope To Exercise Their Rights Consumers complain they signed up for a trial period of 14 to 30 days, only to discover the "trial" had turned into an iron-clad, three-year contract.

Texas Jury Convicts Merck in Vioxx Death Awards $253 million to family of 59-year-old triathlete.

FDA Refuses to Ban Weight-Loss Drug Meridia Public Citizen claims drug's risks outweight its benefits.

Study Ties Fries To Breast Cancer Risk Frying process may be to blame for higher risk found in Massachusetts study.

Deaths, Illness from Contaminated Oysters Continue California reduced its Vibrio deaths to zero by banning the sale of the riskiest unprocessed Gulf Coast oysters. Other states do nothing.

Tropicana to Change Labeling of Fruit-Flavored Drinks Almost no fruit in most of its fruit drinks.

Nationwide Study Finds Allergies Increasing Study may shed light on growing prevalence of asthma.

Lifestyle and Diet May Stop or Reverse Prostate Cancer Progression It's the first randomized, controlled trial showing that lifestyle changes may affect the progression of cancer.

Iowa Sues Vision Improvement Technologies Exercise kit doesn't improve vision, free trial misrepresented, state charges.

Consumer Agency Trashes Trudeau's "Natural Cures" Book False claims, false endorsements, fake cures, New York Consumer Protection Board charges.

Massachusetts Reviews Long Term Care Insurance Marketing Consumers need straight talk, not sales pitch, attorney general warns.

Non-Profit Long-Term Care Facilities Outrank Profit-Making Centers Government statistics show fewer problems at non-profit centers.

Acupuncture and Knee Pain Does it help? Studies are still inconclusive.

Florida Dentists Drop Efforts to Silence Critical Web Site Dentists tried to muzzle site set up by disgruntled ex-patient.

Uninsured Kids Likely To Go Without Any Medical Care Campaign launched to alert parents to programs that can provide insurance for those unable to pay.

FDA Urged to Crack Down on Tuna Mercury Levels Current levels can be toxic to children and pregnant women, consumer's group charges.

Celebrex Gets Black Box Label Only COX-2 painkiller still on the market will carry FDA's toughest warning.

Atkins Diet Company Files Bankruptcy Low-carb promoters run out of dough.

More Teens Using Body-Enhancing Products Boys try to bulk up, girls seek pencil-thin silhouette.

"Meth" Bill Would Limit Some Cough Syrup Sales Over-the-counter drugs too easy to get, Congress fears.

New Zealand Sours on Splenda Ads Advertising standards body finds ads for the artificial sweetener misleading.

Former Prozac Users Slam FDA Patients not sufficiently warned about side effects, including suicide and murder, group claims.

Caregiver Shortage Predicted As ranks of older Americans grow, professionals warn of a dire shortage of caregivers.

Guidant Recalls Pacemakers At least one death reported. Pacemakers can fail due to internal leakage.

MADD: Teen Access to Alcohol Widespread MADD Youth in Action stage undercover investigation in 21 cities.

FDA Issues Ru-486 Warning After Deaths The Food and Drug Administration is investigating several deaths associated with the abortion drug.

States Distributing $24 Million in Cardizem Settlement Funds Antitrust case accused Cardizem manufacturer of blocking generics from the market.

Handwashing Can Save Childrens Lives, Study Finds Handwashing with soap reduces pneumonia in Pakistan study conducted by CDC.

Senate Committee Wants Bitter Antifreeze to Protect Children and Pets Thousands are poisoned each year by the current blend.

Consumer Group Wants Health Warnings on Soft Drinks Kids drinking too much sugar, not getting enough important nutrients.

FAA Adopts New Rules For Passengers Using Oxygen Tanks American Lung Association lobbied for the changes.

WHO Study Examines Cellphone Risks to Kids Cancer data being searched for clues about potential cell phone health risks.

Report Suggests Malpractice Insurance Price-Gouging State officials concerned by disparities in actual results vs. insurers' claims.

Coronary Bypass 82.5 Percent More Expensive in U.S. than in Canada Study finds no significant difference in medical outcomes.

Canada May Allow Resumption Of Vioxx Sales Risk of heart disease from Vioxx same as similar painkillers, gastrointestinal risks less, advisory panel finds.

FDA Issues Blindness Warning for Viagra Users Agency acts more than 13 months after learning of blindness incidents in Viagra users.

No "Normal" PSA Level, Study Finds JAMA article finds a "continuum of risk" that can't be fixed to a single PSA reading.

DHL Will Stop Delivering Cigarettes to Home Addresses U.S. Postal Service "inexplicably" refuses to do the same, NY's Eliot Spitzer notes.

Smoking Causes 400,000 Premature Deaths Per Year, CDC Finds Researchers calculate 5.5 million years of life lost during four years covered by the study.

Study: Small Trampolines Just As Dangerous As Large Ones With number of injuries doubling in recent years, parents should be cautious.

Latest Mad Cow Was Born in Texas, USDA Confirms Agency is rounding up other suspects.

Exercise Can Lower C-Reactive Protein Levels The protein is an indicator of inflammation, which can lead to heart attacks and other problems.

CVS Customers' Purchases Exposed on Company Website "Extra Care" discount card purchases easily retrieved with a few pieces of basic information.

Seven Summer Diet Phrases to Ease Consumer Confusion A few catch phrases for those seeking to lose weight.

Indiana Nursing Home Fined After Resident Burns to Death Elderly resident, not a smoker, dies after his clothing is ignited.

Overweight Americans Weigh Down Insurance System Cost of treating obesity up 1,000 percent over 15 years, study finds.

Paxil CR Back on Pharmacy Shelves Supplies were seized by feds in March because of manufacturing irregularities.

Guidant Finds More Defibrillator Problems Doctors advised not to implant affected models.

FDA Approves Heart Drug For Black Patients First time a drug treatment has been approved for a specific racial or ethnic group.

Tobacco Ads Will Be Removed from School Magazines State attorneys general reach agreement with Time, Newsweek.

Kids and Fireworks Don't Mix, Doctors Warn Severe, long-lasting injuries commonly caused by backyard July 4th fireworks.

Study: Sipping Through Straw Reduces Cavity Risk Straw should be positioned towards the back of the mouth, researchers report.

Nader Seeks Ethics Probe Over Tobacco Settlement Justice Department settlement "blatantly favors the tobacco industry," Nader charges.

Researchers Find Stem Cells in Brain Discovery provides a possible clue to origin of childhood brain tumors.

Experts: Kids Need 60 Minutes of Daily Physical Activity Technology has made kids sedentary while calorie intake has remained the same.

FDA Approves Whooping Cough Vaccine For Adults Infection rate has been rising in recent years.

Mayo Clinic Developing a "Treadmill Workstation" Desk replacement would let workers burn calories while using their computer.

Study Links Ibuprofen, Other Pain Relievers To Heart Risk Risk similar to that for Vioxx, researchers find.

Cell Phones May Harm Sperm Cells, British Study Finds The price of mobility: decreased motility.

Gero Vita Settles Federal Charges Supplement manufacturer claimed to cure conditions ranging from Alzheimer's to old age.

NY Wins Overtime Pay for Home Health Care Workers At least $3 million owned to employees of Special Touch.

Hartz to Phase Out Flea and Tick Drops for Cats and Kittens Products implicated in hair loss, salivation, tremors and numerous deaths in cats and kittens.

Summer Camp Health Guidelines Pediatricians have some advice for parents ... and camps.

Michigan Finds Hundreds of Criminals Working in Nursing Homes Nearly ten percent of employees studied had criminal records.

Study: Living Near Power Lines May Increase Cancer Risk In Children British researchers find increased leukemia risk in infants living within 200 feet of high-voltage lines.

Palm Oil Promotes Heart Disease, Destroys Habitat, Report Finds Center for Science in the Public Interest advocates use of canola, soy, other less harmful oils.

Study Suggests Pain Reliever, Breast Cancer Link Other researchers skeptical of findings.

Able Labs Recalls All Its Generic Drugs FDA knew of recall since Monday, May 23, but did not issue news release until late Friday.

Feds Side With Whistleblower In Caremark Case Pharmacy benefits company allegedly chiseled Medicaid.

CDC Recommends New Meningitis Shot for Adolescents, College Freshmen New vaccine protects with a single injection.

Viagra's Not For Playing Around Recreational use of impotence drugs can be risky.

Group Slams Junk Food Placement in Schwarzenegger Ad Pepsi products displayed during one-third of political ad.

CVS Takes Measures to Block Counterfeit Drugs Nation's largest drugstore chain won't buy from wholesalers trading in the secondary market.

A Good Laugh Can Trigger Asthma Attack Laughter's not always the best medicine.

Tufts Study Finds Crestor Most Dangerous Statin FDA previously strengthened warning label.

FDA Warns Against DXM Abuse Popular cough supressant implicated in five recent deaths.

Disability Insurance: A Broken Promise Inadequate regulation, seamy business practices leave frugal, hard-working policyholders helpless when their insurers desert them.

TV Linked To Childhood Obesity Junk food not seen as major factor in British study/

Swedish Study Finds Cell Phone-Brain Tumor Link Rural cell phone users eight times more likely to develop brain tumor, researchers find.

Trampoline Injuries on the Rise Injuries have nearly doubled in the last year.

Feds Warn of Cell Phone Battery Hazards Agency ignores risk of long-term radio frequency emissions, concentrates on risks of battery explosions, fires.

FDA Warns that Mexican Drugs May Be Counterfeit Bogus Lipitor, Vioxx and Evista found in border pharmacies.

Illinois Bill Would Protect Nursing Home Residents Convicted sex offenders and parolees would be identified to nursing home and long-term-care facilities.

High Resting Pulse Rate a Danger Sign Large-scale French study identifies simple test of heart attack risk.

Federal Study Recommends Yearly Sealing of Treated Wood Decks, Playgrounds Arsenic emissions reduced by yearly staining or sealing, EPA and CPSC find.

Study Finds Weight Watchers Tops For Long-Term Weight LossConsumer Reports finds Weight Watchers diet is more varied and nutritious.

Detroit Mayor Seeks Fast Food Tax Tax on burgers and fries could improve the city's health ... both fiscal and physical, His Honor thinks.

Medicare Adopts New Wheelchair, Scooter Criteria New standards expected to weed out fraud and abuse.

Pocket Pets May Carry Disease Mice, rats, hamsters and similar small pets blamed for Salmonella-like outbreaks.

Oklahoma Nursing Home Shocks Inspectors Residents evacuated after inspectors find insects and rodents galore.

No Benefits from Episiotomy, Study Finds Procedure, performed on 1 million women annually in U.S., does more harm than good, researchers report.

Consumer Group Sues Whole Foods Market Plaintiff in proposed class-action case became violently ill after eating a meat substitute made from mold.

Study Confirms Children Safer in Back Seat Use of proper restraints also important in reducing fatalities in car crashes, study finds.

AMA Calls for Ban on Alcohol Ads at NCAA Events Beer ads sabotage attempts to end binge drinking on campus, physicians charge.

Consumer Drug Ads May Influence Doctors' Rx Decisions Study finds patients often get the drugs they asked for.

Processed Meat Linked to Pancreatic Cancer Hot dogs, sausages, luncheon meats shown to increase risk of cancer of the pancreas.

Report Finds No Link Between Doctors' Premiums and Malpractice Suits While premiums climb, malpractice payouts decline, study finds.

New Food Pyramid Sphinxlike, Critics Charge Mysteries of healthful nutrition are looked somewhere inside the graphic. But where?

FDA Objects to Zyrtec Ads Ads make unwarranted superiority claims for Pfizer's allergy medication, agency charges.

Health Discount Card Plan Makes Fraudulent Claims, Illinois Charges Consumers thought they were buying health insurance.

Former USDA Inspector Questions Mad Cow Testing Leslie Friedlander tells Canadians U.S. inspectors "look the other way."

Ionizing Air Cleaners Can Cause Problems Consumers Union warns that some air purifiers emit too much ozone.

Nautilus Fined $950,000 for Bowflex Problems Company knew of at least 25 injuries but was slow to report them.

Avon Calls on China Cosmetics giant wins government approval for direct marketing test.

Hospital Computer Keyboards Can Spread Germs, Study Finds Chicago researchers say new safety procedures are called for.

FDA Opens Breast Implant Review Two companies hope to win approval to sel silicone-gel implants.

Preventive Value of Stress Tests Questioned Bill Clinton passed his stress test with flying colors, study notes.

Ohio Launches Rx Comparison Shopping Site Site helps consumers find best prices on prescription drugs.

One-Fourth of Workers Will be Uninsured by 2013: Study More than 4,500 additional annual deaths likely, researchers warn.

Good Carbs Can Aid Weight Loss Study finds diets similar to South Beach effective in reducing weight, lowering cholesterol.

Lower-Cost Drugs Can Help Heart Patients Consumers Union identifies low-cost generics that are as effective as expensive brand-new drugs.

Aspirin May Be Better Stroke Preventer Than Coumadin, Study Finds Death rate was higher among patients on prescription drug than on aspirin in recent study.

Coaches, Consumer Groups Urge NCAA to End Beer Ads on College Sports Advertising conflicts with college's efforts to end binge drinking.

Diet Patch Promoters Settle Federal Charges Diet patch didn't work and its promoters used illegal spam, feds alleged.

Home Medical Test Kits May Not Be Reliable Globus kits imported from Canada not approved for use in U.S.

Remeron Refund Procedure Announced State attorneys general sued drug manufacturer for monopolizing market.

Credit Card Companies Snuff Online Tobacco Sales Major card issuers will not process online tobacco charges, in private-public initiative with federal and state officials.

Obesity Reducing Kids' Life Expectancy A new study warns that a nationwide epidemic of obesity means today's children may not live as long as their parents.

FDA Warns About Soft Cheese Health Risk The Food and Drug Administration warns that some soft cheese presents a serious health risk.

MasterCard Bans Illegal Internet Tobacco Sales Reminds member banks that most Internet tobacco sales are illegal.

Study: Rural Kids Are Fatter Than City Kids Researchers at a loss to explain the disparity.

McDonald's Launches Ads Promoting "Balanced, Active Lifestyles" Company recently settled a lawsuit over its use of trans fat acids.

Firefly Promotes a Cell Phone for Kids Promoters ignore researchers' warnings about cell use by children.

Texas Gets Judgment Against Colonic Therapy Promoters Action targets "alternative health" providers.

FDA Issues Crestor Advisory Popular statin drug can cause kidniey damage.

Salt Kills 150,000 a Year, CSPI Charges CSPI is filing a lawsuit against the FDA in federal court to compel the agency to classify salt as a food additive.

COX-2 Painkillers Restricted in Europe Risk of stroke and heart attack too high, European Medicines Agency finds.

Ocular Nutrition Promoter Settles FTC Charges Company claimed its nutrition supplement could reverse macular degeneration.

Researchers Ignored Early COX-2 Warnings Most research was aimed at finding new uses for popular pain-killers, CSPI charges.

Study: Drastic Changes Needed to Improve Patient Safety Proposals to limit medical malpractice liability should be expanded to pursue long-term changes that truly improve safety, not just limit liability, study finds.

Elderly Injuries Rise Dramatically Falls in the home, sports injuries on the rise.

McDonald's Settles Trans Fat Suit Company will donate $7 million to the American Heart Association.

Canada Pulls Adderall After 20 Deaths FDA looked at drug earlier and recommended only stronger label warnings.

Judge Upbraids Medco Company is "dilatory" in producing documents requested by prosecutors, judge finds.

World Express RX Founder Draws Prison Sentence Internet pharmacy smuggled and resold counterfeit drugs, prosecutors charged.

Medical Bills Leading Cause of Bankruptcy, Harvard Study Finds Most of those filing bankruptcy had jobs and insurance before falling ill.

States Win Refunds for Remeron Users Consumers and state Medicaid programs to share in refunds.

Vioxx May Have Caused 140,000 Heart Attacks FDA researcher David Graham publishes study in British medical journal.

Safety Concerns Halt Alzheimer's Drug Trials Study finds "imbalance of mortality."

Researchers: Cell Phones Pose Cancer Risk for Kids Previous studies have understated the risk, British researchers warn.

R.J. Reynolds To Cut Ads Aimed at California Teens Cigarette maker will also pay $20 million.

Who's Watching the Food Safety Watchdogs? Consumer group starts food safety campaign.

Report: Importing Drugs Wouldn't Save Money Federal panel finds little economic benefit in reimporting drugs but many consumer groups disagree.

Massachusetts Curbs Online Alcohol Sales State vows to shut down online alcohol sales to minors.

Aleve Ingredient Seen as Health Risk Naproxen the latest to be linked to heart attacks and strokes.

Can Pfizer Prevent Celebrex Ban? Pfizer could find itself in straits as dire as those Merck now navigates.

Pfizer Finds Health Risk With Celebrex Two long-term cancer trials call safety of Celebrex into question.

Medicare Help Line Falls Short, GAO Finds Provided accurate answers only 61 percent of the time.

Study Finds Celebrex Safer Than Vioxx Risk of heart attack about three times greater for patients taking Vioxx.

Wal-Mart Agrees To Tobacco Sales Reforms Safeguards designed to keep minors from purchasing cigarettes.

Feds Weigh In Against Thermalean Promoters FTC charges promoters of weight-loss nostrum and Lipodrene, a supposed erectile dysfunction remedy.

FDA Opens Baycol Probe Agency feeling the heat after Vioxx withdrawal.

Study: Nursing Home Residents Dying Of Hunger, Thirst Federal records indicate malnutrition and dehydration killed at least 13,890 nursing home residents between 1999 and 2002.

FDA Clears New MS Treatment Tysabri is given intravenously once a month in a physician's office.

Missouri Sues Water "Purification" Company Hague Quality Water falsely promised its treatment system would improve health and save water, state charges.

Feds Raid Ephedra Warehouse FDA charges VITERA-XT contains ephedra, makes unsubstantiated health claims and is an adulterated food.

A Future Without Nursing Homes Baby boomers' last public act may be to replace nursing homes with small group-living arrangements, expert predicts.

Studies Allege Bayer Was Too Slow Withdrawing Baycol Risk of harm was much higher than originally thought, researchers say.

FDA Vet Blows Whistle on "Broken" Agency Warns that, besides Vioxx, other popular drugs pose health dangers.

Feds Toughen Warning for Depo-Provero Contraceptive drug may cause bone density loss in long-term use.

Illinois Embargoes Lead-Tainted "Mexico" Mars Candy Giant candymaker's products contain twice the allowable levels of lead.

Devilish Viagra Ads Pulled FDA sharply criticizes "Wild Thing" commercials.

Bextra Doubles Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke, Study Finds High-risk patients are "canaries in a cage," researcher warns.

Louisiana Charges Hospital with Fraud and Neglect Staff allegedly ignored some mentally ill patients, abused others, billed government for care not delivered.

Feds Target Bogus Weight Loss Claims FTC charges six firms with making unsubstianted claims.

Illinois Sues Diet Patch Promoters "Magic" weight loss claims are false, state charges.

Poll: Consumers Want Action on Health Care Costs Doctors put malpractice caps at top of list.

Merck Faces Criminal Probe in Vioxx Case Pfizer may add "black box" warning to Bextra.

Celebrex Implicated in 14 Canadian Deaths Pfizer drug is a leading replacement for Vioxx, withdrawn because of health risks.

FDA Estimates Vioxx Caused 27,785 Deaths Estimate based on number of prescriptions filled before drug was withdrawn.

Actra-RX May Be Dangerous, FDA Warns Contains same active ingredient as Viagra.

Merck Knew of Vioxx Dangers, Report ChargesWall Street Journal says internal documents show company knew of problems as early as 1997.

FDA Allows Health Claim for Olive Oil Latest component of Mediterranean diet to get feds' blessing.

Pharmacy Benefit Managers Scrutinized Do PBMs put profits before patient health and safety?

Who Needs a Flu Shot? Despite the uproar, most folks will do just fine without a flu vaccination.

GE: Malpractice Caps Don't Work GE makes admission in a filing for a 19% rate increase six months after Texas enacted caps on medical malpractice awards.

Heartburn Drugs Increase Pneumonia Risk Reducing stomach acid may let harmful bacteria thrive, study finds.

Balance Bracelet Settles Lawsuits Company will pay $400,000 and agree to stop making unproven pain-relief claims.

Body Solutions Founder Faces $155 Million Judgment Promoter falsified financial statements to hide assets from court.

Enough Vaccine, Medicine, Thompson Says Additional vaccine coming in January and ample stores of antiviral medicine, according to HHS chief.

Consumers Sue AstraZeneca Over Nexium Ad Campaign Company tried to push Nexium as a superior replacement for Prilosec.

Pfizer Warns of Bextra Risks Safety of all COX-2 inhibitors called into question.

FDA Beefs Up Antidepressant Safeguards for Children Warns doctors of suicide risk in children, adolescents.

Schwarzenegger Vetoes Hospital Infection Control Bill The bill would have required public disclosure of hospital infection rates.

Four States Consider Malpractice Limits in November Elections Consumers' right to sue already limited in 27 states.

Killer Vitamins!British study finds vitamin supplements may increase cancer risk

Merck Withdraws Vioxx After Negative Reactions Among Patients in Study FDA issues public health advisory, says Merck did "the right thing."

Life Without Vioxx Many alternative pain relief drugs are available, and most are cheaper than Vioxx and just as effective.

Ensign Group Nursing Homes on Watch List Yearly expose finds substandard care and repeated patient care violations.

Does Sprawl Kill? New study finds higher rate of disease among residents of sprawling suburbs.

Texas Sues Online Tobacco Site Cyco.Net Inc. agrees to ensure safeguards to protect those under 18

California Dentists Charged in Fraud Scheme 20 dentists are charged with fraud, conspiracy, grand theft, child abuse, elder abuse, assault and intentional infliction of great bodily injury.

CVS Settles Pennsylvania Suit Pharmacy chain failed to grant state-mandated discount to auto accident victims.

Massachusetts Drills Delta Dental State charges dental plan used misleading advertising, marketing practices.

FDA Approves Lens Implant New procedure offers an alternative to glasses, contacts and laser surgery for the nearsighted.

Kevin Trudeau Banned from Infomercials Coral Calcium, Biotape promoter surrenders house, car and $500,000 cash to settle federal claims.

FDA OKS Omega-3 Health Claim on Food Labels Fatty acids found in salmon and tuna may help prevent heart disease.

FDA Proposes Hospital Bed Entrapment Rules Agency received 575 reports of patient entrapment over 15 years.

FDA Updates Analysis of Prozac in Children New concerns about suicide rate in pediatric patients.

NY Survey Shows Value of Comparison Shopping for Rx Drugs Survey finds price variations of more than 100% for commonly-prescribed drugs.

Listerine As Effective As Floss? Pfizer commercials don't tell the whole story.

HCA Sued for Gouging Uninsured Patients Hospital chain grants discounts to insured patients while charging higher rates to the poor.

Express Scripts Stole Millions, NY Charges Pharmacy benefit manager inflated cost of drugs, diverted rebates, suit charges.

Teflon Chemicals Found in Humans Worldwide Scientists concerned about possible toxic effects of long-lasting compounds.

Metabolife Founder Indicted Federal grand jury charges company and founder with lying to investigators about ephedra supplements.

Pfizer Will Offer Deep Discounts to Uninsured Drug giant's move puts pressure on others to follow.

Herbal Breast Enhancement Claims Challenged Washington State sues Herbal Breast Advantage inventor and promoter.

Uninsured Older Adults More Likely to Die Study find lack of insurance third-leading cause of death.

Kellogg's Spidey-Signal Banished from Connecticut, New Hampshire Company says toys are safe despite mercury batteries.

New Consumer Protections for Contact Lens Wearers New federal law makes it easier to buy contacts from discount outlets.

Biotape Pain Relief Claims Disputed FTC says no evidence to support promoters' claims.

California Sues Tuna Canners Failed to warn consumers of mercury contamination, Attorney General charges.

Court Snuffs "Kool MIXX" Brown & Williamson ordered to shut down Website, stop distributing promotional material to children.

California Sues Safeway for Selling Cigarettes to Minors Chain lags other major retailers in limiting sales to children, Attorney General charges.

Hearing Aids Becoming Easier & Cheaper to Buy But danger lurks for those who act in haste.

Study Finds Nearly 200,000 Deaths Annually from Hospital Errors The equivalent of 390 jumbo jets full of people are dying each year because of mistakes, the study warned.

Low Staffing, High Turnover Blamed for Poor Nursing Home Care Increasing number of facilities are losing money or are in bankruptcy.

Glaxo Misled Doctors About Safety of Paxil, NY Charges Company concealed important information, lawsuit alleges.

KFC's Low-Fat Claims Don't Fly FTC says KFC told a Whopper in its low-fat ads.

Supreme Greens, Coral Calcium Daily Give FTC Indigestion Advertising claims can't be substantiated, feds charge.

Smoking Harms Nearly Every Organ, Surgeon General Finds Damage to body more widespread than thought.

"Balance Bracelet" Claims Challenged Federal Trade Commission charges pain-relief claims are false.

Medicare Boosts Payments to HMOs HMOs provide more care at less cost, HHS claims but critics call program a giveaway to insurers.

Class Action Targets Caremark Forced policyholders to order drugs through mail-order pharmacy, suit charges.

Study Finds Health Care Substandard Rich and poor alike often fail to get appropriate care, RAND study finds.

Medco Settles Drug-Switching Suit Company will pay $29 million to settle charges brought by 20 states.

Reverse Mortgage Can Help with Long-Term Care Many elderly could escape nursing homes with cash from home equity.

Senate Bill Would Allow Drug Re-Importation Grassley's measure would give FDA 90 days to implement re-import program.

Furniture Blamed for Child's Illness Connecticut suit says formaldehyde fumes led to hospitalization.

A New Alzheimer's Theory Scripps Institute researchers say inflammation may be to blame.

Pennsylvania Nursing Home Owner Sentenced to Prison Heritage Nursing Home neglected residents, stole millions from Medicaid, court finds.

Feds Charge QVC over Weight-Loss Claims Home-shopping channel had agreed in 2000 not to make unsubstantiated for false claims.

Seniors Warned About Phony Rx Discount Card Scams Door-to-door scam artists reports in 11 states.

"Peel Away the Pounds" Promoters Fined $1 Million Supposed weight-loss product actually does nothing, prosecutors charged.

Focus Factor, V-Factor Promoters to Pay $1 Million for False Claims No scientific evidence that either supplement is safe or effective, feds charge.

Consumers Blame Drug Companies for High Costs Survey finds 42% blame drug company profits for high prescription prices.

National Health Plan Could Save Billions in Paperwork: Study Harvard researchers say U.S. spends $286 billion on health-care billing.

Feds Want Media to Lighten Up on Weight-Loss Ads Too many false claims on the air and in print. FTC wants publishers to crack down.

FTC Charges BodyFlex with False Advertising System doesn't lead to rapid weight loss and doesn't take inches off the waist in days, feds charge.

Louisiana Eye Surgeon Fined $1 Million Violated federal rules regarding clinical studies of LASIK device.

Body Solutions Evening Weight Loss Formula Promoters Settle Federal Charges Company used local radio to hawk its wares.

FDA Approves Alzheimer's Drug First drug approved to treat moderate to severe disease levels.

FTC Tightens Noose on Ab Force Belt Promoters Device doesn't firm and tighten abs or contribute to weight loss, agency charges.

Medical "Quality Gaps" Cause 57,000+ Deaths Annually Patients die when proven methods are ignored.

Public Citizen Warns Against New Statin Drug Crestor Drug has significant potential to cause kidney damage and failure as well as muscle destruction, group charges.

Wal-Mart.com Enters Contact Lens Business Congress considering legislation to encourage greater competition.

Enough Flu Vaccine This Year Immunizations should begin in October, CDC reports.

Per Capita U.S. Health Care Costs Triple Canada's Harvard study suggests single-payer system more efficient.

Bio Lab Settles Federal Charges "Fat Blocker" and "Cellu-Fight" ineffective, government charged.

"Fast Abs" Promoters to Pay $5 Million Fast Abs & Abtronic are "ABsurd," feds charge.

Trans Fat Content Will Be Added to Food Labels Trans fatty acids a major contributor to heart disease, HHS says.

FDA Warns Against Using STAMINA Rx Over-the-counter drug contains potentially dangerous ingredients, agency says.

Ephedra Promoters Charged Feds charge promoters with making false advertising claims.

Lipitor Recall Expanded Counterfeit versions of the popular drug being sought.

Ephedra Pushers Feeling the Heat "Fat-burning" drugs facing a new wave of consumer lawsuits and legislative action in wake of pitcher Steve Bechler's death.

Dog Food May Carry "Mad Cow Disease" Infected Canadian cow was used to make dry dog food for export to U.S..

Damage Caps Don't Prevent Malpractice Premium Increases, Study Finds States without damage caps show slower premium increases than states with caps.

Gero Vita, Theraceuticals Use Deceptive Advertising, FTC Charges Agency goes to federal court to seek permanent ban.

Yale Hospital Will Stop Foreclosures Attorney General charges hospital is misusing its $37 million "free bed fund."

ShopNBC Fined $215,000 For Quackery Disobeyed earlier FTC order to stop making unsubstantiated health claims.

LASIK Ads Misleading, FTC Charges Agency charges two large LASIK providers can't substantiate their claims.

Cell Phone Radiation Suit Dismissed Judge says state courts have no authority in cell phone issues.

Court Order Closes MedPlan Canadian scheme targets Americans with phony health discount, credit protection, FTC charges.

"Coral Calcium" Claims Debunked Substance has "no unique health properties," medical authorities say.

Kaiser Will Publish Treatment Guidelines Will help patients assess their treatment plan.