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Nutracoastal Recalls S-DROL, STEAM Dietary Supplements

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

Merck Recalls Children's Vaccines Possible sterilization problems with 1.2 million doses.

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

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

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Condoms Do Well In Tests More than 15,500 condoms were subjected to inflating, bursting, and submerging.

Forest Labs Still Struggling To Meet Armour Thyroid Demand Mystery about the shortage remains unresolved.

FDA Unveils Safe Medication Use Program Agency also releases drug dosage guidance.

Iowa Cat Diagnosed with Swine Flu First reported human-to-feline transfer of the illness.

Idaho Company Recalls 65 Bodybuilding Supplements FDA says products contain dangerous steroids.

Feds Launch New Study of BPA Safety, Industry Critics Blast Consumer Reports Study Latest study may provide more guidance on relative safety of widely-used chemical.

Common Pain Relievers May Dilute Power of Flu Shots NSAIDS may weaken immune system, researchers say.

Swine Flu Vaccine Not Keeping Pace With Demand CDC director admits 'frustration'.

Tests Find Wide Range Of BPA In Canned Soups, Juice And More Highest levels detected in some samples of green beans and soups.

At Least 2 Deaths Reported in Massive E.Coli Ground Beef Recall Fairbank Farms reports over 500,000 pounds contaminated.

Video: Too Old To Drive? Health issues, not age, may be more critical factors.

USDA Inspector Allegedly Caught Ignoring Animal Abuse Humane Society releases graphic footage of cows being brutalized.

Breast Cancer Lawsuit Alleged Needless Suffering, Death $17.5 million settlement reached in Newfoundland, Labrador suit.

Older Blacks More Wary Of Flu Shots Many worry that vaccines will cause illness.

States Sue Amgen Over Alleged Kickbacks Allegedly bribed medical providers to prescribe Aranesp.

FDA Claims Procter & Gamble Unlawfully Marketing Meds Drugmaker rapped for including Vitamin C in cold medicine.

Keep Trick-or-Treaters Safe this Halloween CPSC offers tips for preventing injury on Halloween.

More Kids' Products Found Containing Unsafe Chemicals PIRG tests toys in Chicago, finds lead and contaminants.

Researchers Suggest Fructose Link With High Blood Pressure Sweetner used in most processed food.

Consumer Reports: Americans With Heartburn Paying Too Much for 'Purple Pill' You can settle your stomach and relieve your wallet by avoiding expensive drugs.

Do I Need a Thyroid Check? TSH test can help detect disease.

'Conveyor Belt' Route To Better Vaccines Injections could become a thing of the past.

Study: Just One Cigarette Can Harm On Young Healthy Adults Arteries affected by minimal smoke intake.

Video - Feds Miss Swine Flu Vaccine Target All the pieces didn't quite fall into place.

New York Offers Consumers A Closer Look At Health Insurance New system designed to promote transparency.

Pacifier Manufacturer Refuses Recall CPSC says product could choke infants.

Home Prices Rise Four Months In A Row But prices still down year-over-year.

Cell Phones Said To Weaken Bones Researchers warn of another risk of electromagnetic exposure.

Word Is Out On Unapproved Swine Flu Products Feds warn of dangerous scams.

Lawsuit Says Grilled Chicken Increases Cancer Risk Suit by Cancer Project seeks class action status.

Flu Shots Not To Be Sneezed At New study highlights need to educate high-risk patients.

House Calls Dial Back Blood Pressure Study finds cost-effective means of controlling hypertension.

Food Toxin Linked To Liver Cancer Finding by UCI scientists could help prevent deaths.

Super PoliGrip Now Contains Zinc Warning Adhesive has been linked to poisoning.

Plum Organics Recalls Baby Food Due To Bacteria Contamination may cause botulism.

FDA, FTC Warn Web Sites on Fake Swine Flu Supplements Bogus products could be dangerous.

Four Drug Firms To Pay Back Millions In Medicaid Overcharges First to pay a total of $124 million to states, feds.

Glucosamine May Provide Little Joint Protection Little difference in those taking it and those who don't.

Swine Flu Virus Found In Pig Sample Officials insist pork is still safe to eat.

Americans Dish On Ethnic Fare Research shows ethnic food sales to reach record high in 2009.

GAO: FDA and USDA Not Kept In Food Import Loop Gaps in import safety controls identified called 'troubling'.

Class Action Challenges Cheerios Claims FDA earlier questioned 'heart-healthy' cholesterol-lowering claims.

FDA Offers Disposal Information For Old Medications Agency adds Web page for safe removal options.

Uninsured Older Americans Fear Illness Serious illness can wipe out retirement savings.

FDA Warns Of Internet Sales Of Swine Flu Drug Products Drugs often unapproved and illegal.

Smoking Bans Cut Heart Attack Risks Associated With Secondhand Smoke Study finds even brief exposure to secondhand smoke is hazardous.

Gauge Swine Flu Symptoms With Online Tool Sites to help guide consumers through uncertainty.

Mattel Settles Suits Over Dangerous Toys Company agrees to consumer reimbursement, stricter quality control.

Analysis Finds Evidence of Cell Phone-Tumor Link More rigorous, non-industry-funded studies needed, researchers find.

California Physicians Sue To Ease Doctor Shortage CMA claims medical board furloughs are delaying physician licensing.

Free Choice To Eat Healthy Not So Free After All It's all in the presentation, study says.

A Good Hospital Can Make Life or Death Difference Best hospitals provide much greater chances of surviving.

FDA Hits Marketing Of Unapproved Codeine Sulfate Tablets Four companies required to stop making and distributing illegal pain relievers.

H1N1 Flu Spreading Rapidly Through U.S. Health officials fear shortage of ICU beds.

New Chemo Cocktail Blocks Breast Cancer 'Like A Fence' Drug aimed at preventing spread of breast cancer to organs.

Video – Seniors Add To Health Care Bill By Falling Down Reducing preventable falls would reduce injuries and costs.

Seniors to Benefit from Health Care Reform Sen. Herb Kohl chats about health reform, long-term care, target-date funds retirement issues.

Researchers Find No Scientific Link Between Childhood Vaccines And Autism Conclusion follows review of published research.

Changes Coming In Employers' Medical Programs Many expect to increase employee contributions.

Senate Urged To Pass Food Safety Modernization Act Leafy greens, eggs, & tuna top list of riskiest FDA-regulated foods.

Study: Los Angeles Fast-Food Restaurant Ban Unlikely To Cut Obesity Solution doesn't address problem.

Study: BPA Exposure in Pregnancy May Cause Aggressiveness in Girls But no comparable results found in male children.

Do Americans Have Too Much Health Insurance? Consumers unconcerned with costs if they aren't paying.

Minnesota Sues Health Discount Card Marketers High pressure, bait and switch tactics alleged.

'Whiter Smile' Ads Can Leave Consumers Frowning BBB warns that ads can trick into paying for unwanted services.

Consumer Advocates Blast Proposed Insurance Role in Health Reform Activists opposed increased role of insurance commissioners.

Bayer Hit With Suit Over Prostate Claims Company touted men's supplement as helping to prevent cancer.

Target To Pay $600,000 For Violating Lead Paint Ban "Kool Toyz" recalled due to unsafe levels of lead.

Video - Preparing For Swine Flu Consumers use prevention while awaiting vaccine.

Kentucky Files Vioxx Suit Action is similar to those settled last year.

Neocate Recalls Infant Formula Error caused particular batch to have low protein content.

Consumers Have Little Trust That Food They Buy is Safe and Healthy Outbreaks and recalls contribute to eroding confidence.

FDA Approves New Drug To Treat Psoriasis Risk of infection accompanies use.

Consumers Union Opposes USDA Proposal On Salad Safety Group urges Congress to pass FDA food safety program.

Children's Tylenol Products Recalled Manufacturing problems could cause contamination.

Needles Necessary To Stem Seasonal Flu Flu vaccine injections superior to mist delivery.

Drinking At Young Age Increases Risk For Alcoholism Nature versus nurture at issue.

Overweight Causes Over 124,000 New Cancers A Year In Europe Obesity seen growing as cause of cancer.

House Approves Freeze on Medicare Premiums Premiums set to rise nearly $10 without congressional action.

New Vaccine First To Show Effectiveness In Preventing HIV Vaccine produces big drop in infection.

Safety Alert Issued For Lifeline Pendant Personal Help Buttons 'Lifeline' could be deathline.

FDA Bans Candy- and Fruit-Flavored Cigarettes Step is first under new tobacco law.

Money Management Problems Could Be Alzheimer's Warning Caregivers need to consider overseeing financial monitoring, researchers say.

Home Health Aide Shortage Looms, Experts Warn Job more dangerous than mining coal.

Lung Cancer For Non-Smokers Requires Different Treatment Sixth largest cancer killer.

Effectiveness Of Activity-Promoting Video Games Measured Non-'couch potato' games shown to have some health benefits.

Dannon Settles Activia Yogurt Suit Ads overstated yogurt's effect on digestive health.

FDA Warns Against Use Of Stolen Inhalation Meds Consumers cautioned about Albuterol and Ipratropium solutions.

Quorn Foods Sued For Not Disclosing Potential Allergic Reactions Vat-grown mold tastes like chicken but allegedly makes some violently ill.

Preparing For Flu Season H1N1 raises new risks.

Why Reforming Health Care Is So Hard Everyone agrees things need to change, but no one likes the changes.

Report Finds Toxins Common in Products for Children, Pets Car seats, backpacks, pet toys contaminated with lead, PVC, arsenic, other toxins.

Massachusetts Cracks Down On Medical Discount Plans Consumers often believe they are buying health insurance.

Daily Bathroom Showers May Deliver Face Full of 'Yuk' Those with immune deficiencies at greatest risk.

End Of Life Isn't a Disease, It's a Fact of Life 'Death panel' dust-up draws attention to the need for more reasoned discussion.

Family Health Premiums Up 5% In 2009 as Inflation Fell Nearly 1% Over 10 years, premiums jumped more than worker wages and general inflation.

Study: Common Pain Cream Could Protect Heart During Attack Researchers compare treatment to acupuncture effect.

FDA Approves Vaccines For Swine Flu Tool will aid in fighting pandemic.

Senate Studies Cell Phone Cancer Risks New international report lists '15 reasons for concern'

Health Care Debate Misses Point, Expert Says Ideological struggle running process aground.

Video: Swine Flu Vaccine Running Behind Schedule Health officials worry virus could take nasty turn.

Health Reform Needs Urgent Treatment Put the health care system on a gurney and run it into the operating room for a complete overhaul.

Feds Unveil New Food Safety Web Site New site features latest government food safety and recall information.

Small Businesses Would Benefit From Health Reform, Study Finds High costs called impediment to insuring employees.

Firms To Pay Civil Penalties In Drawstring Cases Violations involved children's outerwear.

Care-Tech To Halt Sale Of Unapproved Germ Fighters Company violated numerous regs.

California Nursing Home Administrator Faces Abuse Charges Patients allegedly drugged for staff's convenience.

New Food Registry Enables Quick Reporting of Dangerous Products Facilities must report problems within 24 hours.

Texas Has Highest Rate Of Uninsured Increased burden on state for providing care.

Victims of Government: Asthma Patients' Lives Shattered by 'Green' Inhalers Previously healthy asthma sufferers wind up disabled -- and worse.

Study Probes Link Between Antidepressants, Birth Defects Like previous studies, leaves more questions than answers.

Chicago Protesters Rail on KFC Charge chain's actions disproportionately affect African-Americans.

Should You Get Genetic Testing? Results can be reassuring--or upsetting.

Large Thighs May Protect Against Heart Disease And Early Death Investors' money wasn't invested.

Lawsuit Accuses Denny's of Sodium Overload Illinois man claims health consequences from too many omelets.

Exercise Minimizes Weight Regain, Study Says Reducing appetite, burning fat keys to keeping weight off.

Daylight Saving Time Leads To Less Sleep, More Injuries On The Job Mining injuries more frequent, severe after lost hour.

Consumer Watchdog Urges Investigation Into Health Care Lobbying In California Some so-called relief agencies are anything but.

Pfizer Pays Record $2.3 Billion Settlement Over Illegal Marketing Charges Company accused of misleading customers on Bextra branding.

CSPI Slams Domino's New Pasta As Unhealthy 'Food Porn' But pizza chain challenges assumptions about its offerings.

Store Brands Score Higher Than Big Names In Taste Tests Consumer Reports says store brands can save money without compromising taste.

Oxycodone Doesn't Play Well With Other Drugs Public Citizen says painkiller may have dangerous interaction side effects.

MEGA Life & Health Pays $17 Million In Consumer Relief Massachusetts says firm used deceptive marketing.

Nothing Simple about Food Dating, Expiration Dates or 'Use-By' Dates Most product dates relate to quality rather than safety.

Energy Drink Ingredients Continue Down Unhealthy Path Good health hard to find in new rash of energy drinks.

Heart Experts Recommend Reduced Intake Of Added Sugars High intake of added sugars implicated in numerous poor health conditions.

FDA Warns Stolen Insulin Vials Could Still Be On The Loose Nearly 129,000 vials of Levemir still unaccounted for.

Oregon Sues Electronic Cigarette Maker First in the nation to ban new tobacco substitute.

Why Weight Watchers Succeeds Meetings provide a blend of spirituality and therapy; Not everyone agrees.

FDA Conducting Safety Review Of Weight Loss Drug Review includes both prescription drug Xenical and OTC drug Alli.

Kids' Menus Fall Behind The Times Offerings are still considered too unhealthy.

What You Need To Know About Weight Loss Surgery Five tips for those considering an operation.

Life Expectancy At All-Time High Death rates reach new low.

Tougher Safety Requirements For Children's Products Now In Effect Lead limits, product tracking among areas affected by new regulations.

Smokeless Tobacco Loaded With Hazardous Chemicals No smoke doesn't mean no fire.

Beware Health Clinics Pushing Credit Cards Some consumers signed up without their knowledge.

Building A Medical Family Tree Hereditary health history can help pinpoint and avoid problems.

"Macho Men" Often Ignore Preventative Health Care Masculinity beliefs, income, status often keep men from seeking treatment.

Pass The Salt--But Not Too Much Research shows salt usage starting to change its course.

Mediterranean Diet Linked With Lower Risk Of Alzheimer's Disease Physical activity also tied to lower risk.

Experts: Swine Exhibits At Fairs Are Safe H3N2 influenza unlikely to spread between humans.

Optimism Appears To Lower Women's Risk Of Heart Disease Positive outlook good for overall health.

Public Citizen Proposes Basic Patient Safety Reforms Group says changes would save 85,000 lives and $35 billion a year.

CDC Makes Recommendations For Use Of Swine Flu Vaccine Five key populations targeted for vaccine against novel influenza A (H1N1).

Antidepressant Use Increasing In The United States Increase seen in nearly all socio-demographic groups.

Health Plan Battle: HMOs Beat PPOs Median annual out-of-pocket premium costs up $500 since 2006.

Walgreens Settles Suit Over Cold Medication “Airborne” imitator didn't live up to hype.

Oregon Halts Sale Of Electronic Cigarettes First in the nation to ban new tobacco substitute.

Amica Mutual, USAA And Chubb Top Consumer Reports' Homeowners Insurance Ratings Survey finds 53 percent of consumers who switched companies got better rates.

Feds Bar Teva Animal Health From Selling Veterinary Drugs Agreement comes after inspections reveal "significant" violations.

U.S. Marshals Seize Clarcon Skin Sanitizer, Protectant Products Products contain harmful bacteria, FDA charges.

Feds Announce New Food Safety Strategies Steps outlined for leafy greens, tomatoes, melons and ground beef.

Americans Spent $34 Billion On Alternative Medicine Consumers turning to non-conventional treatments.

House Passes Food Safety Bill Measure to improve FDA wins on second try.

Younger Generations Ignored By Insurance Industry Mintel Comperemedia reveals gap in health, life insurance direct marketing to Gen X and Gen Y.

Lawsuit Seeks Warning Labels for Hot Dogs Dangers of processed meat cited in class-action suit.

Baxter Healthcare Pays Illinois $6.8 Million In Medicaid Settlement Suit claimed state paid inflated prices.

Denny's Hit With Lawsuit Over Alleged Unsafe Sodium Levels Suit claims chain's meals promote heart disease, stroke, risk of early death.

FDA Warns Against Bodybuilding Products Containing Steroids Several products affected by FDA's advisory.

Obesity Costs U.S. About $147 Billion Annually Weight-related health costs soar.

FDA Authorizes Emergency Use Of Another Test For Swine Flu Virus Test for use on patients with breathing problems.

Rising Cost of Health Insurance at Center of Debate Congress delays action til after August recess.

Experts Warn About Electronic Cigarettes e-cigarettes could increase nicotine addiction.

Some Blood Pressure Drugs May Help Protect Against Dementia ACE inhibitors could hold the key.

Sunscreen Gets A Makeover Latest products offer chic, natural UV protection.

New Insights Gained Into Causes Of Anorexia New technology examines whys and wherefores of eating disorder.

Tablet Splitting: A Risky Practice Consumers could run into a variety of problems.

Study Claims Health Insurance Market Fails Consumers Many shun coverage because of costs.

FDA Approves Vaccine For 2009-2010 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine will not protect agains swine flu.

Feds Seize Kentucky Livestock Feed Kept In "Filthy Conditions" Inspections found rodent infestation, feces, urine.

CDC: Blacks Have the Highest Rates of Obesity South and Midwest showed greatest obesity prevalence.

Physician-Owned Hospitals Under New Scrutiny Lawmakers concerned about public safety.

Uninsured Account for Nearly One-Fifth of Emergency Room Visits Information from emergency department database reveals pattern.

Study Suggests Earlier Alzheimer's Treatment Some treatment should begin in middle age, researchers say.

States Reach Settlement With Drug Companies Firms slow to release negative news about Vytoran.

FDA Moves on Drug Counterfeiting Agency issues new guidance on color-coding against fraud.

HHS Purchases Additional Swine Flu Vaccine Ingredients Preparations mount for fall flu season.

Survey Shows Steady Decline in Drunk Driving High drug abuse levels detected.

First Regulation In The Nation Bans Additives In Honey In Florida, pure means pure.

FDA Hits Three Dietary Supplement Makers Companies failed to declare allergens in products and correct filthy conditions.

Experts Worry About Return Of Swine Flu Virus similar to deadly 1918 flu.

Alzheimer's Cases Rise Among "Oldest Old" Without cure, crises looms say experts.

Reduced Diet Slows Aging Monkey study suggests humans should eat less.

Synthetic "Plugs" May Be Viable Replacement For Knee Cartilage Treatment may offer alternative to surgery.

FDA Approves Lung Cancer Drug Offers new approach to treatment.

Guilty Plea in Dietary Supplements Marketing Scam Internet businesses generated nearly $12 million with false claims.

FDA Tries To Improve Egg Safety New regulations aim to reduce Salmonella outbreaks.

Zicam Users File Class Action Lawsuits Recalled cold remedy doesn't pass sniff test.

Medical Malpractice Payments Hit Record Lows Injured patients receiving less compensation, report claims.

FDA Orders Stronger Warning Labels on Darvon, Darvocet Data finds links to fatal overdoses; agency orders new safety study.

Tainted Dry Milk Recall Continues To Grow Ingredient showing up in growing number of products.

EMS Workers Often Barred From Doing Their Jobs Local laws, insurance rules get in the way.

Researchers Find Caffeine Effective Alzheimer’s Treatment Morning cup of java may prove beneficial.

Experts Offer Healthy Grilling Tips Don't let health go up in flames.

FDA Panel Recommends Limits On Acetaminophen Active ingredient in Tylenol and prescription pain killers.

CDC Launches Obesity Website LEANWorks! aimed at obesity at work.

FDA Confirms E. coli in Nestle Cookie Dough Outbreak sickens 69 consumers in 29 states.

Salmonella Scare Prompts Dairy Recall Impact potentially far-reaching.

Feds Seize Alleged Seizure-Inducing Drugs FDA acts to prevent repeated drug quality problems.

FTC Chief Urges End To "Pay For Delay" Settlements cost consumers $3.5 billion annually.

Most Consumers Lack Confidence In Food Safety, Survey Says Skepticism grows in wake of recalls.

Light Menu Items Struggle Against Heavyweight Choices >Mouth says healthy but stomach says otherwise.

FDA Warns Consumers Against California Pistachio Brands Products linked to the previous recall by Setton Pistachio; May contain salmonella.

Patients Not Being Notified of Abnormal Test Results Left in the dark?

People to People Settles Wrongful Death Lawsuit 16-year-old died in Tokyo after allegedly being refused medical attention.

Health-Related Bankruptcies Up 50 Percent Older consumers particularly hard-hit.

Consumers Underestimate Calories, Sodium In Fast Food More unhealthy food harder to estimate

FDA Agrees to Reconsider Request for NUTRO Records Consumer news site seeks agency's records on dog, cat food problems.

Feds Warn Consumers Not to Eat Nestle Toll House Cookie Dough Refrigerated cookie dough may carry E. coli.

CDC Finds Swine Flu Still Hanging Around Evidence H1N1 is going to summer camp.

Matrixx Failed to Give FDA 800 Zicam Complaints Company claims it thought it was exempt from reporting requirement.

Device Maker Charged With Unlawful Clinical Trials Alleged "conspiracy to impede the FDA."

EPA Declares Public Health Emergency In Montana Asbestos illnesses prompt first-ever declaration.

Matrixx Initiatives Pulls Zicam Products Company disputes FDA warning about nasal remedies.

House Committee Unanimously Passes Food Safety Bill Legislation would empower FDA to police food system.

Turning The Tables On Big Tobacco Researchers find potential key to quitting smoking.

FDA Issues Warning About Zicam Cold Remedy Agency says products may deaden sense of smell.

Major Breakthrough in Macular Degeneration Researchers find biological marker that could aid in treatment, prevention.

FDA Disputes Link Between ADHD Medications and Kids' Heart Problems Agency claims study doesn't change overall need to prescribe meds.

Diabetes Drug Varies Widely In Price Research shows prescription costs differ from store to store.

Menu-Labeling Legislation Gains Support Restaurant industry endorses plan to list calorie counts.

Eli Lilly Accused of Pushing Ineffective Dementia Drug Company knew Zyprexa was ineffective, suit charges.

FDA Warns of Bogus Insulin Stolen vials of Levemir being sold in the U.S.

FDA Orders Evanger's To Stop Shipping Pet Food Agency suspends permit issued after earlier incidents.

Senate Approves Bill For FDA Tobacco Regulation Bill would force tobacco companies to disclose ingredients.

Swine Flu Officially a Pandemic WHO raises status of outbreak to highest level.

Researchers: Pregnant Women Should Avoid BPA Exposure New study documents how BPA-related fertility defect can occur.

FDA Issues Warning About Clarcon Skin Products Agency warns against hand sanitizers, skin protectants.

Judge Rejects Lawsuits Claiming "Organic" Milk Is Fake Group charges factory farms gaming the organic system.

Food Safety Bill Aired In House "Not a partisan issue," consumer groups tell Congress.

California Blocks Importation of Untreated Produce from India Attorney General targets company for not treating food against pests.

Bill Banning Drug "Pay-For-Delay" Gets Hearing Legislation would prevent Big Pharma from delaying generic alternatives.

Harvard Study: 60% of Bankruptcies Caused by Health Problems Most victims are middle-class and have health insurance.

Food Safety Bill Aired In House "Not a partisan issue," consumer groups tell Congress.

Cat Owners Bristle at NUTRO Denials Cats sickened by recalled pet food; NUTRO denies responsibility.

California Senate Votes to Ban BPA In Food Containers FDA still contends small amounts of the chemical are not harmful.

Coping with Out-of-Pocket Health Care Costs Payment options ease the burden of high health care costs that are charged directly to consumers.

Pressure to Look Attractive Linked to Fear of Rejection New study highlights "appearance-based rejection sensitivity" among college students.

Children May Be Impacted By Parents' Anxiety Disorder New research indicates condition may be hereditary, environmental.

Bitter Pill: California Axes Poison Control Largest state in U.S. will have no poison control services.

House Committee Moves Forward On Food Safety Legislation FDA would gain new enforcement powers; Some see problems.

California Produce Company Recalls Pistachios on Salmonella Fears Los Angeles company received tainted goods from Setton Pistachios.

Many Consumers Pay "Hidden Health Tax," Group Charges Undisclosed insurance premium surcharges hammer insured.

CDC: Swine Flu May Have Peaked Focus shifting to fall flu prevention.

Consumers React to NUTRO Recalls; Zinc, Copper Levels Cited FDA investigators say agency's probe is 'high priority.'

Two Hydroxycut Class Actions Filed Suits follow recall of liver-damaging dietary supplement.

Older People Appear More Resistant To Swine Flu Studies indicate young are most at risk.

Is Organic Worth It? With money tight, organic foods may not be the best buy.

Harvard Study Raises BPA Concerns Study finds chemical leeches from plastic water bottles.

Illinois Meat Packer Recalls 95,898 Pounds Of Beef Food inspectors report possible E.coli contamination.

Swine Flu Spreads to 48 States; NYC Hard-Hit 26 schools closed in NYC, attendance down citywide.

Emails Suggest Cozy FDA-BPA Industry Relationship Retailers drop products containing BPA despite FDA's position.

New York City Closes 16 Schools as H1N1 Spreads New strain of flu targets the young.

Swine Flu Claims Sixth U.S. Victim Assistant principal of NYC school dies.

Swine Flu Closes Three New York City Schools U.S. records fourth death, 4,900 cases.

FDA Warns General Mills About Cheerios Claims "Heart-healthy" cholesterol-lowering claims challenged.

Feds Destroy Body-Building Supplements Supplements may contain steroids, a possible health risk.

Senate Studies Soda Tax Tax on sugary drinks would help finance health care.

Late-State Cancer Risk Higher In City Than In Country But risk of late diagnosis also high in least-populated rural areas.

More than 2,500 Swine Flu Cases Confirmed in U.S. Virus continues its spread, hits younger people more than seniors.

More Boomers Losing Health Coverage Older workers losing insurance when they need it most.

New Evidence Ties Gene to Alzheimer's Lower levels of neuroglobin may indicate disease risk.

U.S. Swine Flu Cases Approaching 1000 Evidence of virus in 43 states so far.

Obama Seeks 19 Percent Budget Hike For FDA New proposal includes higher industry fees.

Poll Finds Americans Concerned About Swine Flu Cases documented in 23 countries so far.

Number Of U.S. Swine Flu Cases Jumps 642 documented cases of H1N1 in U.S.

Childhood Obesity Linked To Allergies Researchers caution that no definitive conclusions exist yet.

New Jersey Attorney General Blasts FDA in Medical Device Case Doctors not required to disclose financial conflicts of interest.

Artificial Hips Last Twice As Long As Predicted Study finds replacement hips surprisingly durable.

CDC Sees 'Encouraging' Swine Flu Signs Strain is not particularly virulent yet, but that could change.

Swine Flu a Potential Problem for Cruise Ships CDC offers guidance for crews and passengers.

Swine Flu Spreads, But Relatively Few Deaths Reported Most reported deaths are in Mexico.

What to Do If You Get Flu-Like Symptoms The flu's likely to be around for awhile; be ready for it.

CDC Offers Swine Flu Tips for Child Care Providers Parents' cooperation needed to minimize the spread of disease.

Swine Flu Spreads, As Do Scams Flu now found in 15 countries, scams close behind.

Don't Panic — It's Just Allergy Season What appears to be swine flu is probably just hay fever.

Eating Healthy Costs More New study draws links between nutrition and economic status.

FDA Warns Consumers to Stop Using Hydroxycut Weight-Loss Products Dietary supplements linked to one death; risk of liver injury.

Doctors' Group Slams Drug Company Freebies Conflicts of interest between physicians and Big Pharma questioned.

Can the Right Mask Prevent Swine Flu? Consumer Reports experts say the answer may be yes.

Weight-Loss Products Illegally Spiked with Prescription Drugs Public Citizen: FDA Response 'Inadequate'.

No Reason To Panic Over Swine Flu Despite first U.S. death, officials call for calm.

Watch Out For Swine Flu Scams Con artists quick to exploit new situation.

State of Emergency Declared in California Over Swine Flu Schwarzenegger ramps up "aggressive approach" to mitigating outbreak.

FDA Requires Additional Warning For OTC Pain Relievers More detail of potential side effects required on labels.

Swine Flu: What You Need to Know Don't believe rumors; listen to the experts.

Previous Swine Flu Outbreak Offers Some Perspective 1976 Fort Dix outbreak may have clues to current crisis.

HHS Declares Public Health Emergency for Swine Flu 20 cases confirmed so far, no known deaths in U.S.

Swine Flu Appears Spreading In U.S. New cases suspected in New York, Kansas.

Alfalfa Sprouts Linked to Salmonella Illnesses reported in six states.

CDC Deploys Teams To Sites Of Swine Flu Outbreaks Death toll in Mexico rises to 68.

CDC: Too Late To Stop Swine Flu Outbreak New strain has health officials worried.

Modest Exercise Can Reduce Negative Effects of Belly Fat Progress seen in overweight individuals even without diet changes.

FDA Gains Insight to Bird Flu Virus Scientists analyze blood from patients infected with H5N1.

Grapefruit Juice May Fight Cancer Researchers mix drink with drugs to increase potency.

Eating Salmon Once A Week Reduces Heart Risks Researchers claim more evidence that omega-3 helps heart health.

Landmark Alzheimer's Drug Cleared For Clinical Trials. New treatment may improve as well as repair memory function.

Mayo Clinic Provides Free Medical Record Storage Teams with Microsoft to expand online health information access.

NY Mandates Multi-Lingual Rx Labels, Counsel Chain pharmacies agree to accommodate non-English speakers.

Researchers Link Grilling With Pancreatic Cancer Bad news for backyard chefs — back to the oven.

Study Links Prostate Cancer to Single Rogue Cell 14-year research project tracks process of metastasis.

Urine Test May Predict Lung Cancer Study aims to identify why some become addicts and others do not.

Some Efforts To Control Eating May Backfire Addition of healthy options to menu spurs unhealthy eating.

Drug Costs Rise Less Quickly, Study Finds Increased use of generic drugs cuts costs without health risks.

Energy Drinks Work, But Not The Way You Think Taste receptors improve athletic performance in unusual ways.

Food Safety Results Level Off Report urges overhaul of disease outbreak prevention.

Floodgates Open in Pistachio Product Recall Nearly 20 manufacturers pull items from shelves due to Salmonella.

Pepsi Takes Coke To Court Over Energy Drink Claims Gatorade vs. Powerade at heart of "false advertising" dispute.

Two Firms Stopped From Making Unapproved Drugs FDA takes action over untested pharmaceuticals.

More Pistachio Products Recalled Scores of items pulled from shelves due to possible Salmonella.

Texas Fines Peanut Plant $14.6 Million For Violations State charges PCA subsidiary with unsanitary conditions.

Physicians Question Asthma Treatment Heartburn medications may cause more problems than they solve.

Consumers Change Shopping Lists To Cope With Recession Research firm tracks buying habits in tanking economy.

Coping With Costly Prescriptions Tips on how to save money while staying healthy.

Chronic Heart Failure Patients Benefit From Exercise New study shows that aerobics can lower risks.

Feds Search Peanut Product Distributor in Salmonella Investigation Company refused to provide information on tainted foods.

Pistachio Recall Continues To Expand Testing indicated potential contamination as far back as 2007.

More Pistachio Nut Products Recalled Company under FDA investigation as potential source of salmonella.

Court Rules Against Lawsuits Over Vaccine Injuries Says federal law preempts claims of design defects.

FDA Investigating Salmonella-Tainted Pistachios Recall expands, calls for stronger testing grow.

Frito-Lay, Kraft Recall More Foods Containing Pistachios Consumers warned to avoid all pistachios for now.

Kraft Recalls Trail Mix Containing Pistachio Nuts California company recalls thousands of pounds of popular nuts.

Chinese Lawsuit Claims Toxins in American Soap, Shampoo U.S. report finds toxins in Johnson & Johnson products.

Cities Go Dark Across The World For Earth Hour Los Angeles event caps 24-hour call to action on climate change.

Pistachio Nuts Subject Of Latest Recall Georgia company says products may be tainted with Salmonella.

Groups Call For Food Safety Overhaul Report wants increased oversight and coordination among responsible agencies.

Physically Fit Women Less Likely To Die Of Breast Cancer New findings reinforce need for exercise to improve overall health.

Omega-3 May Guard Against Advanced Prostate Cancer Fatty-acid heavy diet can slow or prevent disease.

Red Meat Consumption May Increase Death Risk New study shows greater likelihood of cancer occurrence.

Peanut Recall Not Over Yet FDA warns against purchasing products due to possible Salmonella taint.

Rising Health Premiums Growing Problem For Consumers Even privately insured families have trouble keeping up.

Tier IV Pricing Challenges Doctors And Patients New insurance policies leave customers footing more of the bill.

Statins Could Prevent More Heart Attacks New study shows preventative benefit beyond that for recovering patients.

QVC to Settle Deceptive Claims Charges Dietary supplements, anti-cellulite skin cream at issue.

Babies, Bathtime, and Cancer? Researcher disputes 'toxic bubble bath' study.

Ten Genes Linked To Sudden Cardiac Death Finding may lead to safer drugs, help identify those most at risk.

Court Snuffs Vioxx Suit Individualized issues rule out class action, judge decides.

FDA Expands Alert Over Tainted Weight Loss Products 72 new diet remedies added to list.

Lawmakers Chastise Food Executives Over Salmonella Outbreak Congress holds inquiry into food safety.

How to Handle Those Impossible Medical Bills Aggressive negotiation works for DCInsider.com's Penny McCracken.

Jackie Joyner-Kersee: FDA "Insensitive" to Asthma Patients' Problems Sen. Grassley investigating federally-mandated "death machine" inhalers.

Massachusetts Okays Cigarette Class Action Against Philip Morris Supreme Court holds that federal laws don't preempt state consumer protections.

Food Industry Accused of Big Tobacco's Bad Habits Health specialists say two industries share disturbing similarities.

Recession Unlikely To Discourage Smoking Tobacco seen as affordable pleasure in tough times.

Health Care Costs Put U.S. Workers at Significant Disadvantage American workers receive far less bang for their buck than foreign contemporaries.

Obama Tackles Food Safety Issues President names new officials to head and reform FDA.

Health Experts Seek More Focus on Diagnostic Errors Systemic fixes could prevent many health problems, researchers argue.

Los Angeles' Ozone Exposure Carries Disease Risks New study measures impact of ozone levels on cities' health.

Group Raps "Toxic" Bubble Bath Products tested for carcinogenic chemicals.

Can Kegel Exercises Stop Incontinence In Women? Simple exercises to prevent pelvic disorders.

Keep The Faith and Lose The Weight? Church-based program may spur weight loss.

Congress to Tackle Junk Food in Schools Legislation introduced would update nutritional standards, ban unhealthy foods.

New Jersey Funeral Homes Closed For Body Parts Harvesting Director allowed to retain ownership, but placed under restriction.

Blood Test May Diagnose Alzheimer's Presence of two specific proteins is key to severity.

FDA Warns of Contaminated Cheese Mexican-style cheese may be contaminated with Listeria.

Families That Eat Together Means Kids Eating Better New research shows healthier diets from regular family meals.

Knowing CPR Could Save Someone's Life What to do in case of emergency.

Six Companies Stop Using Bisphenol-A In Bottles Mounting evidence that chemical is dangerous despite FDA claims.

Older Drinkers Get Drunk Faster Study finds older adults become impaired without realizing it.

House Bill Would Give FDA Tobacco-Regulating Power Legislation has many hurdles left before becoming law.

Supreme Court Upholds Consumers' Right to Sue Drug Companies In State Court Court ruled in favor of musician who lost her arm.

Doctors Gagging Patients Physicians insist patients aren't competent to criticize them.

Alcohol Abuse May Cause Depression New study claims heavy drinking causes mood disorder.

FDA Falls Short in Regulating Dietary Supplements Government report finds agency behind the curve in oversight.

Teens Who Wear Alcohol-Branded Gear More Likely To Drink Study claims that marketing is specially geared to teens.

New Flu Bug Proves Resistant to Antiviral Drugs Tamiflu no longer effective against current strain.

Peanut-Related Recalls Continue Granola, cookies among latest recalled products.

Older Americans Have Nutrition Deficit Lack of healthy diet cuts across ethnic groups.

Report Finds Many Cancers Can Be Prevented Healthier lifestyles can lead to lower risk.

Surface Water May Be Source Of Salmonella Researchers find high levels of contamination in fresh water.

Source of Salmonella Contamination in Peanut Butter May Be Found Texas plant sample tests positive for strain that caused nationwide outbreak.

Anti-Aging Becomes Top Facial Skincare Seller in 2008 Times may be bad, but that doesn't mean you have to look bad.

Medtronic To Disclose Payments To Doctors Company gets ahead of proposed regulations.

Kids May Benefit From Time With Grandparents Bonding with elders may improve social skills, behavior.

Vitamins, Folic Acid May Slow Vision Loss B6 and B12 can help older women retain sight.

Mail and Electronic Reminders May Increase Colon Cancer Screening Reminders to physicians produce modest boost in tests.

More Pet Foods Added to Salmonella Recall Dog treats pulled from shelves on fears of contamination.

PSA Testing May Be Unnecessary for Some Older Men New study says some seniors may not be at risk for prostate cancer.

Asthma Patients Get Scant Response to Problems with New Inhalers Government agencies "sympathize" but offer little more than that.

Peanut Recall Expanded To "All Ingredients" Peanut Corp. advises customers not to use any products from its plants.

Psoriasis Drug Linked To Three Deaths Raptiva blamed for rare brain infection in four patients.

Living Near Fast Food May Raise Stroke Risk 13% increase in risk for neighborhoods with lots of fast food outlets.

Drinker's Nose Not Just for Tipplers That red, bumpy nose comes from rosacea, not from over-imbibing.

Hospital Stays Increase for Uninsured Americans Bills on the rise for various ailments.

Implant May Restore Eyesight New treatment prevents overcharged immune system from causing blindness.

China in Uproar Over Organ Transplants to Foreigners Wealthy Japanese got organs ahead of needy Chinese.

Researchers Cast Doubt on Role of Free Radicals in Aging So much for antioxidant therapies; studies find no significant effect.

Asthma Patients Outraged at Indifference to Problems with New Inhalers Lack of concern by government agencies "criminal," say patients who fear the new inhalers will kill them.

Coffee May Cut Stroke Risk In Women But not for coffee-drinkers who smoke.

Good Dental Hygiene Linked to Heart Health Diseased gums can lead to endocarditis, other dangerous infections.

Asthma Sufferers Live in Fear of New Inhalers Do new rules pit human life against the ozone layer?

Peanut Corporation Faces Damage Suits, Class Actions Company's bankruptcy won't necessarily derail litigation efforts.

Peanut Corporation of America Files for Bankruptcy Recalls push scandalized company into Chapter 7.

Compound Can Identify Prostate Cancer Finding could make diagnosis more precise.

Federal Court: MMR Vaccine Does Not Cause Autism Ruling not likely to end debate over widely-diagnosed disorder.

Beware the Temptation of Valentine's Day Sweets Free samples are more than enough to get you hooked.

Prescription Switching on the Rise Less expensive alternatives may come with their own headaches.

Diet May Be Factor in Memory Retention Healthier eating can reduce risk of Alzheimer's.

Outpatient Surgeries on the Rise More Americans getting sent home the same day.

NBA Under Pressure on Alcohol Ads Coalition wants liquor promotions stopped.

Organizing Your Health Records Waiting for the government to act isn't the solution.

New Factor in Teen Obesity: Parents Study of California families finds bad examples set by adults.

Bayer Agrees to Correct Misleading Information about Yaz Oral contraceptive was promoted for non-approved uses.

Another Study Discounts Vitamin Benefits Daily vitamin pills show little effect in postmenopausal women.

Marijuana Use Linked To Testicular Cancer Study finds 70% higher risk in marijuana users.

Possible Drug Target Found for Obesity Treatment Mutant gene dampens energy-burning ability while leaving appetite intact.

Key Senator Blasts FDA Over Food Safety Agency relies on states, companies to police themselves.

Weight Management Requires "Lifelong Commitment" Keeping weight off is as important as losing it.

Easy Ways To Go Vegetarian A vegetarian diet is healthful and can help you stay slender.

Study Questions Vitamin Benefits For Kids Varied diet provides plenty of nutrients for healthy children.

Soy May Guard Against Some Cancers Study finds reduction in colorectal cancers among women.

Feds Open Criminal Probe of Peanut Producer Massive recall continues; Obama promises tougher food safety oversight.

FDA Urged to Ditch Darvon Old painkiller is a plain old killer, Public Citizen argues.

Colonoscopy Is Nothing to Dread The preparation is not much fun, though.

Ice Cream, Cookies, Donuts Join the Massive Peanut Butter Recall List List of potentially contaminated food continues to grow.

Peanut Recall Expands as Feds Release Findings Peanut Corp. has long history of problems, FDA reports.

Feds: Peanut Corporation Knew of Salmonella Problem Company allegedly shipped its peanut butter knowing it could be contaminated.

Diet, Energy Bars Among Latest Peanut Butter Recalls List of potentially contaminated food continues to grow.

Peanut Butter Recalls Taper Off At least 7 deaths, 500 illnesses blamed on Salmonella-contaminated peanut products.

Heart Association Touts Omega-6 Fatty Acids Recommends consumers get 5-10% of calories from omega-6.

Tainted Peanut Butter Claims Seventh Victim More recalls of health bars, candies, cookies, other products.

Dozens More Peanut Butter Products Recalled Suspect peanut paste spreads through the food chain.

NutriSystem Relents, Offers Refunds to Sickened Customers Peanut butter granola bars among hundreds of food products recalled.

Peanut Butter Recall Spreads To More Products Cookies, crackers, ice cream products included in expanded recall.

Study Finds Clean Air Extends Lifespan Life expectancy up three years in 51 cities.

Find End-of-Life Care to Fit Your Finances Now there's a way for patients to find the best hospital for end-of-life care.

Antiviral Overuse Could Aid Deadly Flu Resistance could build up over time.

Knee Replacement Patients Need To Know Risks Study claims candidates for surgery lack good information.

Hiring a Home Health Aide It's a big step; plan and consider before you jump.

Over-the-Counter Contraceptive Pill May Not Work British researchers claim irregular usage hinders effectiveness.

Common Food Additive Linked to Lung Cancer Inorganic phosphates in processed foods may trigger disease.

Researchers Study Wii's Impact on Fitness "Whole body movement" games may help families get healthy.

Elevated CRP Can be a Sign of Infection, Or Worse High levels can also indicate increased heart attack risk.

Vitamins Don't Cut Prostate Cancer Risk Large trial casts doubt on earlier studies.

Alternative Medicine Use on the Rise Survey studies usage among adults, children.

Chinese Infant Death Toll from Tainted Formula Rises Six infants dead, thousands sick from melamine.

Age-Related Hearing Loss May Be in the Genes Malfunctioning gene can cause damage in ears.

FDA Rolls Out Food Safety Plan Agency touts accomplishments, sidesteps criticism for melamine response.

Binge Drinking May Drive Heart Disease Study documents processes that can damage artery walls.

FDA Finds Melamine in U.S. Infant Formula Agency insists amounts were "minute" and do not pose an immediate danger.

ADHD Meds Seen as Safe for Kids New research refutes fears that medicines cause genetic damage.

Scientists on Trail of Fountain of Youth Chemical could improve cell life, slow aging, and defeat disease.

Researchers Suggest Fast Food Ad Ban to Attack Obesity Study suggests removing TV ads would cut down on bad messaging.

Marijuana Might Reduce Memory Impairment Researchers investigate THC as potential Alzheimer's treatment.

U.S. Faces Shortage of Primary Care Physicians Doctors frustrated with paperwork, lack of time to see patients.

Asthma May Be Overdiagnosed Canadian patients may be getting treatments they don't need.

Aspirin May Lower PSA Levels in Men But anti-inflammatory drugs may mask evidence of prostate cancer.

How Often Will You Use That Treadmill? Overly idealistic expectations lead to bad results.

Racial Disparities Increasing For Cancers Unrelated to Smoking African-Americans at highest risk of cancer diagnosis and death.

Red Meat, Dairy Links to Cancer Studied Inflammation seen as the key to rapid tumor growth.

FDA Blocks Chinese Products Over Melamine Fears Agency issues import alert warning of possible contamination.

Time to Review Medicare Drug Plan Options for 2009 Consumers can appeal if their medications will no longer be covered.

More Than Half of Chronically Ill Scrimp on Health Care U.S. patients experience highest rates of medical errors, costs, and problems.

Mayo Clinic Cautions On Non-Prescription Diet Pills Over-the-counter remedies are no quick fix for dieters.

FDA Approves New Overactive Bladder Drug Toviaz to be offered in 4 or 8 mg doses.

Many Pediatricians Want Better Training New doctors want more instruction in specialized areas of care.

Minnesota Extendicare Properties Face Class Action Vulnerable elderly patients misled, mistreated, suit charges.

Can Your Doctor Read a Critical Heart Test Correctly? Lack of uniform standards for EKGs can cause mistakes.

Mexican "Vanilla" May Be Anything But Plain Flavoring product contains toxic substance banned in U.S.

Advisory Panel Blasts FDA Over Bisphenol-A Stand Critics say agency is making decisions about chemical without enough data.

Hospitals Score Low in Patient Survey Patients prefer higher quality of care than what they receive.

Grapes Might Help Manage Blood Pressure Preliminary research shows fruit improves heart health.

Should Seniors Get Their Teeth Whitened? Procedure can be costly if preemptive steps aren't taken.

Public Citizen Seeks Avandia Ban Consumer group says diabetes drug is too dangerous for use.

Are Some Seniors Getting Too Much Health Care? More is not always better when it comes to medicine, surgery.

Half of U.S. Doctors Prescribe Placebos 62 percent of surveyed physicians are okay with giving out fake meds.

Illnesses Afflicting Elderly Cost More to Treat Treatment for seniors hit $196 billion in 2007.

Brits Get Treats, Yanks Get Tricks From Food Companies American products use food dyes, while UK equivalents go all-natural.

Can Coffee Offset Liver Damage from Alcohol? Tips for avoiding cirrhosis.

Uninsured Aren't Primary Cause of Crowds in Emergency Rooms New study challenges assumptions about health care crisis.

Lack of Children's Health Insurance Increasing Across the Board Children of middle-class families as likely to go without as poor.

Secondhand Smoke May Hurt Children More Than Adults Younger children at particular risk for long-term damage.

Suicide Rises Among Baby Boomers Middle-aged whites become newest at-risk group.

Study Documents Safety Problems for Biological Medicines Insulin and other "homegrown" meds not as safe as you think.

Halloween Can Be Dangerous to Your Pet Treats and decorations could be hazardous to animals' health.

Pfizer Pays $894 Million to Settle NSAID Claims Allegations involve Bextra and Celebrex.

New Prostate Surgical Techniques Often "Over-Promoted" Many treatments have not been adequately evaluated before use.

Fructose Sets Table For Obesity, Study Suggests Combination with bad diet can easily lead to weight gain.

States Act On BPA in Baby Bottles Regulators take harder stance on chemical than Federal counterparts.

Spotting Signs of Cocaine Abuse Still one of the most dangerous drugs around.

Improper Use of Decorative Contacts May Haunt You Halloween costuming may be harmful if improperly used.

Tests Find Bottled Water No Cleaner Than Tap Water 10 popular brands contain mixtures of bacteria, fertilizer, and chemicals.

No Link Found Between Caffeine and Breast Cancer Risk But researchers say more study is needed.

Drinking Alcohol Associated with Smaller Brain Volume But moderate consumption may help offset age-related shrinkage.

Feds Approve Drug for Enlarged Prostate Once-daily pill said to relieve common problem in older men.

Beef Sent to Puerto Rico May Be Contaminated with E. coli Feds find contaminated beef patties during routine inspections.

Chinese Ginseng Blamed for Three Deaths No immediate link to melamine contamination seen.

Doctors Worry About These Stressful Times Multiple crises converge to drive people to breaking point.

Do Seniors Get Bad Breath More Often? Dentures can collect bacteria which lead to halitosis.

Feds Release Physical Activity Guidelines New recommended exercise regimens for all ages.

Early Mobility Better than Bed Rest for ICU Patients New research promotes regular activity over sedation and rest as better for health.

Melamine Scandal Continues to Expand More tainted food found in markets around the world.

Kids' Cough Medicine Gets Warning Labels; Critics Not Impressed 'Will do little to protect children,' Public Citizen charges.

Researchers Tackle Bad Breath New studies review common and recent cures for halitosis.

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