| Amgen recalls anemia drugs due to glass flakes By LINDA A. JOHNSON 2010-09-24T20:36:10ZTRENTON, N.J. (AP) -- Amgen Inc. is recalling some lots of its blockbuster Epogen and Procrit anemia treatments because the injected drugs may contain glass flakes that could cause blood clots, swelling of veins, immune system reactions and other problems.... hosted.ap.org |
Sexual assault 're-traumatising' psychiatric patients Mental health advocates say women in Victoria's psychiatric wards are being harassed and in some cases assaulted by male patients. abc.net.au |
Earlier hospice urged for terminal prostate cancer Most American men who are dying of prostate cancer are slow to take advantage of the end-of-life services available through hospice care, new ... rssfeeds.usatoday.com |
Alarms over radiation from thyroid cancer patients By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR 2010-10-20T19:11:15ZWASHINGTON (AP) -- Reports of thyroid cancer patients setting off radiation alarms and contaminating hotel rooms are prompting the agency in charge of nuclear safety to consider tighter rules.... hosted.ap.org |
Yoga may combat fibromyalgia symptoms Yoga that includes gentle stretches and meditation may help alleviate the symptoms of fibromyalgia, a small study finds. rssfeeds.usatoday.com |