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Debate Grows on Aspirin for Heart Risk

May 28th, 2009 Comments off

Daily aspirin therapy is often recommended for otherwise healthy people who are at risk for heart attack or stroke, but a new analysis suggests that aspirin’s risks may outweigh its benefits in this population.

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Debate Grows on Aspirin for Heart Risk

FDA Eyes Acetaminophen Liver Risk

May 28th, 2009 Comments off

The FDA is considering six ways to cut the risk of liver injury from the painkiller acetaminophen in over-the-counter and prescription products.

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FDA Eyes Acetaminophen Liver Risk

Stroke Treatment Window Widens

May 28th, 2009 Comments off

The clot-busting stroke drug tPA should be given as soon as possible — but a new AHA advisor says some patients may still benefit up to 4.5 hours after a stroke.

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Human Skin Alive With Bacteria

May 28th, 2009 Comments off

Normal human skin is alive with bacteria — a hundred times more kinds of bacteria, in more places, than previously known, NIH researchers find.

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