Amarin now says FDA plans outside panel review of its Vascepa heart drug, delaying approval decision
Remember when Amarin (AMRN) said, a little more than one week ago, that the Food…
Year: 2019
Listen: Novartis and the no good, very bad week
Why did Novartis keep its scandal to itself? Who knew what and when? And is…
STAT Plus: Sarepta’s stock price plummets after an ‘erroneous’ report
It was not an executive shakeup that pummeled shares of Sarepta Therapeutics on Thursday. It…
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Asthma deaths rise 33% in past decade in England and Wales
Deaths from asthma in England and Wales have increased by a third in the past…
Cannabis based drugs: GPs should be able to prescribe to improve access, NICE says
GPs and other prescribers such as pharmacists and nurses should be able to take on…
Government pins hopes on {pound}250m AI centre for faster diagnosis and treatment
Around £250m is to be invested in setting up a new centre for artificial intelligence…
Scotland’s efforts to improve the lives of trainee doctors
We recognise many of the challenges mentioned by Whitehouse,1 particularly that high quality rotas are…
Gun violence: US doctors’ groups call for action
After the mass shootings last week in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, seven leading…
Malaria outbreak in Burundi reaches epidemic levels with 5.7 million infected this year
Over 5.7 million people in Burundi—almost half of the total population—have been infected with malaria…
Post-finasteride syndrome
Finasteride, a 5α-reductase inhibitor, was approved in 1992 for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia;…
Beating Cancer: What You Eat Could Be The Secret
Yes, we can help ward-off or fight cancer by eating certain foods, contends a popular…
Distilled Chernobyl Vodka: Not For The Faint Heart
A team from U.K. had recently found a way to make distilled radioactivity-free vodka from…
Early School Start Times Harm Kids’ Brains, Study Claims
A study suggests that schools should start later than 8:00 am so teens and kids…
Overdose-Reversing Drug Linked To Drop In US Overdose Deaths
Naloxone continues to save the lives of people overdosing on opioid drugs in the U.S….
Bacterial Resistance: Shocking Discovery On What Could Be Causing This Phenomenon
A new study again confirms a link between triclosan and antimicrobial resistance. Read Original Article:…
How This Shark Uses A Mysterious Process To Glow Underwater
Scientists recently discovered how a couple of shark species get their bioluminescent glow. Read Original…
Why Do Cats Eat Grass?
Experts theorize the reason as to why cats sometimes nibble on grass and puke it…
Is Raw Bacon Safe To Eat?
Bacon is a popular Western breakfast staple, but can you eat it raw? Read Original…
Migraine From Caffeinated Drinks: How Many Cups Could Trigger Condition?
New research studies whether too many caffeinated drinks can cure migraine or trigger it. Read…
Acclaimed LA Yoga Teacher and Author Desi Bartlett Earns Rave Reviews For First Book “Your Strong Sexy Pregnancy” – PRNewswire
Acclaimed LA Yoga Teacher and Author Desi Bartlett Earns Rave Reviews For First Book “Your…
Sorority Recruitment 101
The post Sorority Recruitment 101 appeared first on and belongs to Daily Mom. and is…
Everything You Need to Know About ESL
The post Everything You Need to Know About ESL appeared first on and belongs to…
Land use ‘absolutely unsustainable’ but can be part of the solution, climate change expert insists
Land use ‘absolutely unsustainable’ but can be part of the solution, climate change expert insists…
News in Brief 8 August 2019
‘Unprecedented’ climate change impact puts global food security at risk: new UN report UN Mission…
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Body Sweat: Reasons Why It Stinks And What To Do About It
Body odor is caused by bacteria present on the skin that forms due to a…
Watermelon, Starchy Veggies Good For Gut Health: What You Need To Know
Watermelons provide 4 percent of the RDI of fiber, thus promoting good gut health. Here…
Kratom: The Real Problem With This Botanical Drug
Kratom is on the verge of being banned by the U.S. government. Read Original Article:…
Researchers Test And Monitor Blood Pressure By Selfie
A new technology being tested uses a smartphone to take blood pressure readings. Read Original…
Dead Planets Sing ‘Sad Song’ That People Can Hear On Earth
Astronomers discovered dead planets have been sending a “sad song” or signals to Earth after…
Cleaner House Could Trigger Leukemia In Kids, Study Claims
A cleaner house has been found harming the health of children since it increases their…
Let’s Say Yes to Diversity That Fuels Rigorous Research
In this NCCIH Director’s Message, Dr. Helene Langevin discusses the approach taken by NIH Director…
Vaping Linked To 127 Cases Of Seizures, Neurological Problems In US
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating 127 reports of seizures and other…
Treating Depression in the Elderly
Depression affects more than 6.5 million people ages 65 and older in the U.S., according…
6 Health Benefits of Aloe Vera Juice for Your Heart
The thick gel found in the leaf of the aloe vera plant has been used…
UN rights chief bemoans unilateral sanctions on Venezuela, fearing ‘far-reaching implications’
A new set of unilateral sanctions imposed by the United States on Venezuela this week…
Over a century of Arctic sea ice volume reconstructed with help from historic ships’ logs
A new study provides a 110-year record of the total volume of Arctic sea ice,…
Steps taken to end Saudi ‘guardianship’ system for women, ‘encouraging’ start
Allowing Saudi women to apply for passports and travel without their guardians’ permission is “an…
88 percent decline of big freshwater animals
Scientists have now quantified the global decline of big freshwater animals: From 1970 to 2012,…
Potential treatment target for Crohn’s disease
Crohn’s Disease is a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in which the body’s own…
New process discovered to completely degrade flame retardant in the environment
A team of environmental scientists has for the first time used a dynamic, two-step process…
Bacteria on tumors influences immune response and survival of patients with pancreatic cancer
Researchers find tumor microbiome influences immune response and patient survival in pancreatic cancer. Study points…
Marine heatwaves a bigger threat to coral reefs than previously thought, scientists find
Marine heatwaves are a much bigger threat to coral reefs than previously thought, research revealing…
Don’t equate “reform” with “restructuring” of the NHS
Oliver is right that calls for major structural reforms to the NHS are futile.1 But…
How to save drug users’ lives
Scotland remains the drug overdose capital of Europe, the latest data show (BMJ doi:10.1136/bmj.l4731). Last…
Waiting list situation is “utterly unacceptable,” say surgeons, who renew call for five year plan
Surgeons have renewed their call for NHS England to put in place a place a…
Hospital trust asks High Court to rule whether it can withdraw girl’s life support
The parents of a 5 year old girl who has been on life support since…
Dengue: Philippines declares national epidemic as cases surge across South East Asia
The government of the Philippines has declared a national epidemic of dengue fever for the…
1-2 caffeinated drinks not linked with higher risk of migraines; 3+ may trigger them
Researchers have evaluated the role of caffeinated beverages as a potential trigger of migraine. Read…
Earth’s last magnetic field reversal took far longer than once thought
Every several hundred thousand years or so, Earth’s magnetic field dramatically shifts and reverses its…
Normalising conversations about death and dying
Our healthcare system does not create an environment in which professionals can easily talk about…