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Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.rxlist.com/images/rxlist_144x35.gif http://www.rxlist.com/script/main/hp.asp 144 35 http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107841&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107841&k=RxList_news Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107829&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107829&k=RxList_news Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT Baked fish is better for heart health than fried, salted, or dried for a rich omega-3 fatty acid boost. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107828&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107828&k=RxList_news Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT Flibanserin, an investigational drug, appears to slightly boost sexual desire as well as the number of satisfying sexual encounters in women with lagging libidos. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107811&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107811&k=RxList_news Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT Qutenza (capsaicin 8%) contains a compound found in chili peppers and has been newly approved by the FDA for the treatment of long-term pain associated with shingles attacks. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107790&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107790&k=RxList_news Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107780&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107780&k=RxList_news Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT A new study show that women with neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis (MS) are only slightly more likely that women without such disorders to deliver babies by C-section. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107779&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107779&k=RxList_news Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT A new study shows that inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) may be triggered by rare genetic mutations. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107778&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107778&k=RxList_news Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT A new Spanish study suggests that regular consumption of alcohol reduces the risk of heart disease in men by some 51%. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107745&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107745&k=RxList_news Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT According to a new study, one in eight men over the age of 40 may suffer cardiac death, and for African-American men, the risk is even higher. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107744&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107744&k=RxList_news Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT New evidence from 3,500-year-old mummies suggests that heart disease is not a disease of modern man, as once thought. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107743&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107743&k=RxList_news Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT New research shows that some cancers may be promoted by supplements like folic acid and vitamin B12 taken in large doses. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107726&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107726&k=RxList_news Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT Learn about the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) for pneumococcal disease, a condition caused by an infection with Streptococcus pneumoniae, affecting mostly young children. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107704&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107704&k=RxList_news Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT Learn more about vaccines that prevent pneumococcal infections that are secondary to 2009 H1N1 Swine Flu. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107686&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107686&k=RxList_news Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT Pregnant mothers exposed to chemicals known as phthalates may have sons who are less likely to play like typical boys. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107678&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107678&k=RxList_news Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT Heart disease and weakened bones are now believed to be additional risk factors in men with low levels of vitamin D. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107677&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107677&k=RxList_news Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT In deterring plaque buildup in artery walls, traditional niacin beat out the new cholesterol drug Zetia, as reported by recent research. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107635&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107635&k=RxList_news Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT Stressed out? A recent study illustrates the calming benefits of dark chocolate, asserting the substance may lower stress hormone levels. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107634&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107634&k=RxList_news Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT 30 manufacturers of caffeinated alcoholic beverages will soon be investigated by the FDA to ensure the safety and legality of their drinks. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107633&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107633&k=RxList_news Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT Lysteda, the first non-hormonal product cleared to treat heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia), has been approved by the FDA. http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107591&k=RxList_news http://www.rxlist.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=107591&k=RxList_news Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT