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Prescription DrugsOxacillin Vs. Nafcillin: Which Is Safest?
Oxacillin found safer than nafcillin, calling staph infection guidelines into question
Prescription DrugsFor HER2+ Breast Cancer, a Potential New Treatment Course
Lapatinib, trastuzumab for breast cancer provided positive results
Health NewsStay Active to Stay Sharp
Exercise may benefit the brain and reduce Alzheimer's risk
FeaturesHaving Surgery? Here's What You Need to Know
Surgery that requires anesthesia can be made safer through preparation
Health NewsThe Link Between Gum Health and Cognition
Gum disease linked to speed of cognitive decline in Alzheimer's disease
Health NewsWhy Are More Women Having Mastectomies?
Mastectomies increased 36 percent from 2005 to 2013 among US women
FDA ApprovalsA New Formulation for Melphalan
Evomela (melphalan) approved to treat multiple myeloma
Health NewsCancer Screening: It Could Be Hard to Get the Facts
Cancer screening guidelines may not adequately explain risks, benefits of screening
FDA ApprovalsA New Job for Xalkori
Pfizer's Xalkori (crizotinib) approved to treat advanced non-small cell lung cancer with tumors that have ROS-1 gene alteration
Health NewsThe Latest on Cancer in the US
US cancer death rates dropped, but liver cancer increased
Health NewsWhat's Really on Hospital Patients' Hands?
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria were commonly found on hospital patients' hands at discharge.
FeaturesEasy Steps to Heart Health
Heart disease risk may be lowered with simple changes
Health NewsWhen the Pressure’s On, This App May Not Be So Smart
Blood pressure smartphone app failed to measure blood pressure accurately
Prescription DrugsThis Rx Might Help Prevent HIV
Maraviroc appeared to help prevent HIV infection
FDA ApprovalsSmallest Single-Tablet HIV Rx Approved
Odefsey (emtricitabine 200 mg/rilpivirine 25 mg/tenofovir alafenamide 25 mg) approved to treat HIV
FDA ApprovalsAnother Hemophilia Treatment Option
Idelvion, Coagulation Factor IX (Recombinant), Albumin Fusion Protein, approved for use in children, adults with hemophilia B
OTCHow Aspirin Might Affect Cancer Risk
Cancer risk was slightly reduced in patients who took regular low-dose aspirin
Health NewsThe Link Between Moles and Melanoma
Melanoma patients had fewer moles, not more
Prescription DrugsA Potential New Treatment for Acute Gout
Oral steroids appeared effective in treating acute gout in emergency room
Health NewsWhen Cells Eat Too Much Sugar, It Could Be Bad for Your Heart
Coronary artery disease may be caused in part by glucose-eating immune cells
Health NewsOmega-3s During Pregnancy: How They Might Help Baby
Omega-3s during pregnancy may improve fetal iron metabolism
Health NewsAlcohol: A Little Could Do Your Heart Good
Moderate drinking may reduce heart attack, heart failure risk
Health NewsA Risky Time for Cardiogenic Shock Patients
Heart attack patients with cardiogenic shock may have higher death, rehospitalization risk
Health NewsThe Latest on Heart Disease in Women
Heart disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment in women highlighted in special issue