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Archive for December, 2006

Antidepressants Do Prevent Suicides, Researchers Contend (HealthDay)

Sunday, December 31st, 2006

Antidepressants Do Prevent Suicides, Researchers Contend (HealthDay)Countering recent reports that they might boost suicide risk in users, a major new study finds that antidepressants known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) have actually saved thousands of lives by preventing suicides since they were introduced in 1988.
Spray Away That Marital Stress, Researcher Suggests (HealthDay)A nasal spray […]

Lung Problems for 9/11 Rescuers More Widespread: Study (HealthDay)

Saturday, December 30th, 2006

Lung Problems for 9/11 Rescuers More Widespread: Study (HealthDay)Almost 70 percent of rescue personnel and workers who responded to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City suffered from lung problems during and after the recovery efforts.
Nicotine Helps Banish Depression (HealthDay)Nicotine may help improve symptoms of depression, say […]

Generic Zoloft Approved (HealthDay)

Friday, December 29th, 2006

Generic Zoloft Approved (HealthDay)The first generic versions of the popular antidepressant Zoloft (sertraline) have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Try the No-Sweat Solution to Better Health (HealthDay)For millions of overweight, couch-bound Americans, the word "exercise" conjures up visions of hectic aerobics classes, marathon running or hours-long workouts at the gym.

Generic Zoloft Approved (HealthDay)

Thursday, December 28th, 2006

Generic Zoloft Approved (HealthDay)The first generic versions of the popular antidepressant Zoloft (sertraline) have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Concerned About Drinking Pomegranate Juice? Pomegranate Juice Alternative — Safe and Good to Animals

Wednesday, December 27th, 2006

Concerned About Drinking Pomegranate Juice? Pomegranate Juice Alternative — Safe and Good to AnimalsPomGT (www.pomgt.com), an all-natural daily supplement recently introduced by Bullwater Health & Fitness that makes it easy to reap the antioxidant benefits of pomegranates without the sugar, calories, hassle — or safety concerns. (PRWeb Dec 22, 2006)Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/SGFsZi1QaWdnLVRoaXItVGhpci1NYWduLVplcm8=
School-based Vaccination Study […]

Wellbutrin XL Approved for Seasonal Depression (HealthDay)

Tuesday, December 26th, 2006

Wellbutrin XL Approved for Seasonal Depression (HealthDay)People whose mood seems to drop with the hours of daylight may find help with Monday’s U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval of the first drug to treat seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Wellbutrin XL (bupropion HCL extended release) is already sanctioned to treat major depressive disorder.
Distress: The Sixth Vital […]

Stay Away From Prempro and Premarin, Study Says; Bio-Identical Hormones are Safe and Do Not Trigger Breast Cancer, Advises Dr. C.W. Randolph

Monday, December 25th, 2006

Stay Away From Prempro and Premarin, Study Says; Bio-Identical Hormones are Safe and Do Not Trigger Breast Cancer, Advises Dr. C.W. RandolphBio-Identical Progesterone is safe, actually decreasing the risk of breast cancer, says author of “From Hormone Hell to Hormone Well.” (PRWeb Dec 24, 2006)Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/zingpr.php/SGFsZi1Mb3ZlLVRoaXItVGhpci1NYWduLVplcm8=
Anapol Schwartz Representing 19 Year-Old Who Contracted E. […]

Distress: The Sixth Vital Sign? (HealthDay)

Sunday, December 24th, 2006

Distress: The Sixth Vital Sign? (HealthDay)In assessing a patient’s condition, doctors traditionally check five vital signs — pulse, breathing, temperature, blood pressure and pain. But one cancer physician wants to add another vital sign to the list — distress.
Antidepressants Can Increase Diabetes Risk in Certain Cases (HealthDay)If you are already at high risk for getting […]

CASS Leads Luxury Shapewear with its Next Generation"Cosmetic Fabric"

Saturday, December 23rd, 2006

CASS Leads Luxury Shapewear with its Next Generation"Cosmetic Fabric"CASS AND CO. luxury shapewear leads with it's next generation “cosmetic fabric.” The key ingredient to this magical blend is the essential mineral copper. The “cosmetic fabric” is like a firming cream in a fabric form, says founder and designer Susan Ledyard. (PRWeb Dec […]

Enron Founder’s Death Linked to Heart Disease (HealthDay)

Friday, December 22nd, 2006

Enron Founder’s Death Linked to Heart Disease (HealthDay)Although stress undoubtedly contributed to Enron Corp. founder Kenneth Lay’s heart-attack death Wednesday, heart disease was the main culprit, according to the initial autopsy report.
Try the No-Sweat Solution to Better Health (HealthDay)For millions of overweight, couch-bound Americans, the word "exercise" conjures up visions of hectic aerobics classes, marathon […]