Health News Archives

FDA Mandates Black Box Warning for Some Antibiotics
Fluoroquinolones, which include Cipro, can cause tendinitis and tendon rupture, agency says

Antibiotics Effective for Vaginal Injury After Childbirth
Small study finds they improve healing of common tissue tears, prevent infection

Silver-Coated Endotracheal Tubes Cut Down on Infections
Saves money and time spent in intensive care units, researcher says

Treating Stomach Infection Early Protects Against Cancer
Study finds early use of antibiotics reversed damage caused by H. pylori

Many Americans Share Prescription Meds
Roughly a quarter of those asked had borrowed, given away allergy pills, antibiotics and painkillers

Annual Trachoma Treatments May Be Unnecessary
One or 2 rounds of antibiotics sufficient to treat eye disease, study finds

Faster Test Detects Fake Tamiflu Drugs
With counterfeiters looking to cash in on fears, Georgia team develops a 1-minute screen

Gator Blood May Be New Source of Antibiotics
Early research shows proteins from the reptiles can fight off 'superbugs'

Mud Harnessed to Fight Infections
Researchers searched world, found 3 clays that beat back toughest germs

Injectable Antibiotic Protects Against Lyme Disease in Mice
Study raises prospect of new treatment for tick-borne diseases in people