Novartis gains FDA approval for new MS drug
By MATTHEW PERRONE 2010-09-22T22:12:22ZWASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal health regulators have approved the first pill to treat the underlying causes of multiple sclerosis, a debilitating nervous system disorder that has traditionally been treated with injectable drugs.... hosted.ap.org |
Government warns parents not to use baby sleep positioners
The government is warning parents and caregivers to stop using infant sleep positioners those soft fabric products that anxious parents put in ... rssfeeds.usatoday.com |
Choice calls for ban on plastics chemical
Consumer group Choice is calling on Australia's food safety regulator to follow Canada's lead and declare a chemical found in plastics toxic. abc.net.au |
Study: Low-dose aspirin may cut colon cancer risk
By MARIA CHENG 2010-10-22T13:21:45ZLONDON (AP) -- A new analysis suggests that taking a low dose of aspirin may modestly reduce the risk of developing colon cancer or dying of the disease.... hosted.ap.org |
Cloned beef safe, scientists say
Meat and milk from cloned cattle and their offspring are safe to consume, independent scientists have said. bbc.co.uk |