Health News Archives

Drug Combo Fights Recurrent Ovarian Cancer Cell Growth
Researchers say trabectedin showed promise in Phase III trial, hope for FDA approval

FDA Bars Generic Drugs From Indian Company
Poor manufacturing conditions at 2 plants to blame, agency says

Gardasil Approved for Additional Uses
To help protect women against two more cancers

Keppra XR Approved for Partial-Onset Seizures
For people 16 and older

FDA to List Drugs Under Review for Safety Issues
But officials say patients taking meds on Web site shouldn't overreact or stop taking them

FDA Demands Tougher Warnings on Immunosuppressive Drugs
Officials want stronger labeling about fungal infection risk

Salmonella Outbreak Over, U.S. Says
FDA lifts advisory against eating raw Mexican jalapeno and serrano peppers

4 More Deaths Reported Among Byetta Patients
Brings death toll to 6 associated with diabetes drug; exact cause unknown

New Test Identifies Heart Transplant Rejection
Monitors gene activity in white blood cells

Bone Marrow Treatment Approved for Rare Bleeding Disorder
Stimulates marrow to compensate for low platelet count