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Health NewsThe World Has a Weight Problem
Obesity may affect health of over 2 billion people around the world
Health NewsZika in the US: What It Means for Babies
Zika risks high for mother and baby regardless of when infection occurs
Health NewsPregnancy Weight Tied to Health Effects
Mother's weight during pregnancy may affect birth outcomes
FDA ApprovalsEpiPen Alternative Approved
Symjepi (epinephrine injection) approved to treat allergic reactions
Health NewsFDA Wants Pain Rx Removed from Market
Opana ER (oxymorphone) may pose abuse risks, according to FDA
Health NewsThe Keys to Diabetes Management
Diabetes medication adherence tied to blood sugar control
Health NewsAnother Reason to Avoid Alcohol During Pregnancy
Even low levels of prenatal alcohol exposure may change baby's face shape
FDA ApprovalsHIV Rx Goes Generic
First generic version of HIV medication Truvada approved
Health NewsLegionnaires' Disease in Health Facilities
Legionnaires' disease risk may be high in health care facilities
Health NewsHow Moderate Drinking Might Change Your Brain
Moderate alcohol consumption tied to decline in cognitive abilities
Prescription DrugsBlood Thinners: Are You Getting the Right Dose?
Some patients may not receive correct dose of blood-thinning medications
Health NewsYoung Adults May Be Drinking Too Much
Binge and heavy drinking may increase over time in young adults
Health NewsPackaged Foods See Sodium Decrease
Sodium in packaged foods and beverages decreased in recent years
Health NewsInfection Tied to Swimming May Be on the Rise
Cryptosporidium outbreaks tied to swimming reportedly doubled since 2014
FDA ApprovalsNew Cancer Rx Gets Green Light
Keytruda (pembrolizumab) approved to treat cancers with specific biomarker
FDA ApprovalsADHD Rx Goes Generic
Strattera generic atomoxetine approved to treat ADHD
Health NewsA Look at Cancer Prevention and Detection
Cancer prevention and early detection report for 2017-18 released
Health NewsFor CPR, Age Isn't Just a Number
CPR was less likely to be administered to older people at home
Health NewsNo Such Thing as a Safe Cigarette
Filter holes on cigarettes may be tied to adenocarcinoma cases
Health NewsHeart Disease: A Global Problem
Cardiovascular disease tied to one-third of deaths around the world
FDA ApprovalsBlood Vessel Inflammation Rx Approved
Actemra (tocilizumab) receives FDA approval to treat giant cell arteritis
Health NewsAn Update on Advanced Breast Cancer
More women were living with distant advanced breast cancer
Health NewsWhat Steroids Might Do to Your Heart
Chronic steroid use may damage the heart and arteries
Health NewsWhat Menopause Might Mean for Your Heart
Menopause timing may influence risk of heart failure in women