Archive for October 19th, 2009

U.S. seeks more information on Novartis lung drug (Reuters)

Monday, October 19th, 2009

Reuters – U.S. regulators have asked for more information on dosing proposed for a drug from Novartis AG for “smoker’s lung,” or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, the Swiss group said on Monday.

Largest turtle-linked salmonella outbreak detailed (AP)

Monday, October 19th, 2009

AP – Two girls who swam with pet turtles in a backyard pool were among 107 people sickened in the largest salmonella outbreak blamed on turtles nationwide, researchers report.

Drinking Your Way to Health? Perhaps Not (HealthDay)

Monday, October 19th, 2009

HealthDay – SUNDAY, Oct. 18 (HealthDay News) — Just about every month — if
not every week — a new study emerges touting the health benefits to be
gained from a daily glass of wine or a pint of dark beer.

Take the Sting Out of Your Child’s Flu Shots (HealthDay)

Monday, October 19th, 2009

HealthDay – SUNDAY, Oct. 18 (HealthDay News) — Even many adults want to run
away from an injection, so it’s no surprise that children will try to
flee, scream, cry and make a scene when it’s time for flu shots this year.