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FDA Approves Farydak for Multiple Myeloma
Drug is sanctioned for people who have received at least two prior standard therapies
CDC: Increase in Hypothermia Deaths Over Past Decade
Those most at risk include seniors, the mentally ill, and those living alone
FDA: People With Peanut Allergy Should Avoid Cumin Products
Huge recall of products that contain cumin spice possibly contaminated with peanut
Patients Say Cost Matters Greatly in Choosing Doctor
Reasons to leave include unprofessional staff, difficulty getting scheduled, long wait to see doctor
Measles Can Lead to Ophthalmic Complications
Most don't cause vision loss and are temporary, but some may damage cornea, retina, optic nerve
FDA: New Device Treats Superficial Varicose Veins
Seals the affected superficial veins using an adhesive agent
Breast Milk Consumption Trending Among Body Builders
Experts raise concerns
HealthDay/Harris Poll: Americans Still Divided Over ACA
A consistent 30 percent of Americans favor repeal of Affordable Care Act
CDC: Biggest Rise in Recent Measles Cases in Illinois
Latest CDC tally has 141 people sickened in 17 states and the District of Columbia
FDA Permits Marketing of Device for Female Fecal Incontinence
Use of Eclipse System led to 50 percent decrease in episodes
