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Respiratory Infection Vaccine Shows Promise

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common and highly contagious virus that can be especially dangerous for babies. But the virus may have finally met its match.

Warning: Prescription Sleep Aid Easy to Access Online

In the quest for a good night's rest, many patients turn to prescription sleep aids. Now, experts are calling for stricter controls on online sales for one such drug.

First-Time Generics Approved in October

Several generic versions of brand-name medications received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval last month.

Combo COPD Rx Coming Soon

A newly approved medication could help the nearly 27 million COPD patients in the US breathe easier.

A Safer In Vitro Method

To realize their dreams of parenthood, many couples turn to in vitro fertilization (IVF). But this procedure is not without its risks.

A New Treatment Option for HIV in Kids

In the fight against human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), one treatment may be safer than previously thought.

New COPD Rx Lands FDA Approval

EAST HANOVER, N.J., Oct. 29, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Novartis announced today that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the dual combination bronchodilator Utibron™ Neohaler® (indacaterol/glycopyrrolate) inhalation powder for the long-term maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema. It is not indicated to treat asthma or sudden symptoms of COPD.

Alternative Migraine Treatments

Migraines can be a pain. Literally. Migraine headaches can cause intense throbbing or a pulsing sensation in the head that is commonly accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. While migraines can be debilitating, there are some simple ways to cope. If migraines are getting to you, consider giving these treatments a whirl.

Teen Girls and the HPV Vaccine

In the US, routine HPV vaccination is recommended for all girls before age 13. So why are so many still not getting vaccinated?

Epinephrine Devices Recalled

An epinephrine injection during a serious allergic reaction can be a lifesaver. But one brand of epinephrine injectors has been recalled because they might not deliver a lifesaving dose.

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