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Study Suggests Statins Could Help Some With Normal Cholesterol

These people have elevated levels of high sensitivity C-reactive protein, researchers say

Experts Predict 'Normal' H1N1 Flu Season This Year

Virus will most likely return but not be any more virulent, they add

Tylenol Use Linked to Asthma, Other Allergies in Teens

Study looked at 13- and 14-year-olds from 50 countries

Stomach Ulcers Sending Fewer Americans to the Hospital

Improved understanding, treatment have led to fewer severe cases, CDC team says

Generics As Good As Costly Blood Pressure Meds, Study Finds

Plus, fewer deaths seen in group taking no-brand-name diuretics after 8 to 13 years

More Seniors Getting Antibiotics With Improved Medicare Drug Coverage

Study found trend followed start of Part D plan

Extra Vitamin D May Improve Heart Health in Black Teens

2,000 IU daily led to less arterial stiffness in those with vitamin deficiency

Vitamin B May Not Guard Against Second Stroke, Heart Attack

Jury still out on the vascular benefits of supplementation, experts say

Experts Support FDA Panel's Backing of New Blood Thinner

Brilinta, which got nod from agency advisors Wednesday, would be welcome option, docs say

Flu Vaccine for Upcoming Season Approved

Protects against three strains predicted to be most prevalent

Calcium Supplements Linked to Boost in Heart Attack Risk

People should get needed mineral through their diet, researchers say

Experts Support FDA Panel's Backing of New Blood Thinner

Brilinta, which got nod from agency advisors Wednesday, would be welcome option, docs say

Implantable Sensor Measures Blood Sugar Levels

Wireless device transmitted accurate readings in pigs for more than a year, study shows

Vaccine Boosts Survival for Men With Advanced Prostate Cancer: Study

But FDA-approved Provenge remains very expensive, experts note

New Drugs Eyed for Huntington's Disease

But tests on mice needed first, researchers say

Combination Drug Approved for High Blood Pressure

Tribenzor sanctioned for those who don't respond to other drugs

Some on Statins May Not Need Boost in 'Good' Cholesterol

High-dose users with very low 'bad' cholesterol don't benefit, researchers say

Avandia Raises Heart Risk But Should Stay on Market, FDA Panel Finds

Experts vote for tightened controls or restricted sales on diabetes drug

Rare Blood Vessel Disease Could Have New Treatment Option

Rituximab could be first new therapy in 40 years against specific forms of vasculitis, researchers say

New Pill Found to Cut Weight With Few Side Effects: Study

Lorcaserin one of three new anti-obesity medications up for review by the FDA

FDA Panel Seems Skeptical Over Key Avandia Data

Recent allegations of suppressed or manipulated findings by diabetes drug's maker may be having an impact

Experts Issue New Guidelines on Breast Cancer Drugs

Older women with the leading tumor type can use aromatase inhibitors before or after tamoxifen

FDA Reviewer Questions Results of Key Avandia Trial

Ahead of crucial advisory panel meeting next week, official cites 'mishandling' of data for diabetes drug

Fish Oil Supplements Linked to Lower Risk of Breast Cancer: Study

32 percent reduced odds seen in postmenopausal women, but more study is needed, researchers say

Monitoring Blood Pressure at Home May Help Keep It Low

Daily readings and pre-agreed med changes yielded better results than standard care in study

Generic Effexor XR Approved

To treat major depressive disorder

Latest Study on Diabetes Drug Avandia Finds No Heart Risks

Report in direct contrast to other new research that found the opposite

Insulin Pump With Blood Sugar Sensor May Improve on Injections

Study finds it leads to better diabetes management for type 1 patients

Antibiotic May Up Risk of Dangerous Potassium Levels in Seniors

TMP-SMX combo is used to treat urinary tract infections, researchers say

Diabetes Drug Avandia Ups Heart Risk, Reviews Conclude

Two studies published in advance of FDA hearing on drug's fate

Bone-Building Pills Appear to Lower Invasive Breast Cancer Risk

Two new studies show a possible link, although not direct cause-and-effect

Tailored Treatment for Advanced Lung Cancer?

When disease continues to worsen after treatment with standard drug

Jevtana Approved for Advanced Prostate Cancer

When disease continues to worsen after treatment with standard drug

Health Tip: Things That May Trigger Wheezing

A symptom of breathing problems

Tougher-to-Abuse Form of OxyContin Approved

These pills are harder to cut and dissolve, maker says

Newer Blood Thinner Beats Plavix for Bypass Patients

More people taking Plavix before surgery died soon after than those using Brilinta, study finds

Crestor Approval Expanded For People Without High Cholesterol

As a preventive for heart disease