Health News
FDA panel backs Novartis cystic fibrosis drug
WASHINGTON - Drug advisers on Wednesday backed a new form of Novartis AG's inhaled antibiotic that treats a lung infection linked to cystic fibrosis.
Fewer blacks, Hispanics get new heart device
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Blacks and Hispanics with chronic heart failure are less likely than whites to be treated with a specialized pacemaker that prolongs survival and eases symptoms, U.S. researchers said Tuesday.
France investigating two suspected cases of deadly Yosemite virus
SAN FRANCISCO - Health officials in France were investigating two suspected cases of deadly mouse-borne hantavirus in people who may have been exposed at Yosemite National Park this summer. .
Sugar vs. corn syrup: sweeteners at center of bitter food fight
- A group of food companies that includes conglomerate Cargill Inc has sued a sugar industry trade group, claiming high fructose corn syrup is being unfairly maligned by promoters of "natural" sugar.
Trying to quit smoking? Patches, drugs help: study
- Trying to stop smoking? Smokers have considerably more success when they use nicotine patches or prescription medications than when they try to go it alone, an international study found.
Heartland Dental seeks buyer, may fetch $1.4 billion: sources
NEW YORK - Heartland Dental Care Inc, one of the largest dental practice management companies in the United States, is exploring a sale that could fetch as much as $1.4 billion, according to two people familiar with the matter.
Roche banks on new drugs as Herceptin faces hurdle
LONDON - Swiss drugmaker Roche Holding AG expects results from 19 late-stage clinical trials over the next 18 months, providing a stream of products to offset a potential near-term threat to breast cancer drug Herceptin, its third biggest seller.
West Nile cases in U.S. up 25 percent in latest week: CDC
DALLAS - The number of U.S. cases of West Nile virus rose 25 percent in the latest week, putting the 2012 outbreak of the mosquito-borne disease on track to be the most severe on record in the United States, health officials said on Wednesday.
Real-time prescription data may cut opioid abuse
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Real-time prescription data appear to have helped Canadian pharmacists stop "doctor shoppers" from getting excessive amounts of opioid painkillers and tranquilizers, according to a new study.
India's cigarette giant makes a healthy choice
MUMBAI - India's biggest cigarette maker is going on a health kick.
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