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FDA Issues Recall On Trans-Vaginal Mesh

by fpw | December 6th, 2011

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning several months ago regarding the dangers of surgical mesh being used to support organs in women suffering from pelvic prolapse, a condition in which internal body parts, like the bladder and reproductive organs, slip down into the vagina.

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New Study Show Ketamine Could Be Used To Treat Depression

by fpw | November 29th, 2011

A new study by researchers at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center has shown that the anesthetic drug, Ketamine, shows potential for treating depression in low doses.

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Diabetes Drug Actos Linked To Increased Risk Of Bladder Cancer

by fpw | November 22nd, 2011

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a warning about the increased risk of bladder cancer in patients taking the diabetes medication, Actos.

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FDA Recalls Kotex Tampons Because Of Bacteria Contamination

by fpw | November 15th, 2011

The Irving, Texas, based company, Kimberly-Clark, has recalled about 1,400 cases of Kotex tampons out of fear they may be contaminated with bacteria.

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