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When Mom Smokes, Brains Don't Develop

Data keeps rolling in about the dangers to an unborn baby if the mother smokes. A recent study suggests that brain damage and developmental problems are more likely for the babies of smoking mothers.

FDA approves Firazyr

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Firazyr ( icatibant ) Injection for the treatment of acute attacks of a rare condition called hereditary angioedema ( HAE ) in people ages 18 years and older.

Old Drug is New Again

Sudden coughing attacks for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) can be a frightening, life-threatening event. These are usually brought on by bacterial infections.

FDA Drug Safety Communication: Celexa

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is informing healthcare professionals and patients that the antidepressant Celexa ( citalopram hydrobromide ; also marketed as generics) should no longer be used at doses greater than 40 mg per day because it can cause abnormal changes in the electrical activity of the heart. Studies did not show a benefit in the treatment of depression at doses higher than 40 mg per day.

Heart CT Scans Safer and More Accurate

Traditional heart CT scans have provided helpful information. However, a newer version of the scan is more accurate, faster and exposes patients to only a tenth of the unusual radiation.

Don’t Get Hooked on Hookah

Have you ever heard of hookah? You might have because it’s becoming more popular among the younger crowd. Many hookah users believe smoking hookah is safer than cigarettes.

FDA Hepatitis Update - Pegasys and Copegus

On August 22, 2011, the FDA approved the combination of Pegasys and Copegus for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus ( HCV ) infection in pediatric patients 5 through 17 years of age.

Stem Cells Unlock Bipolar Disorder Secrets

In 2001 Heinz Prechter, a successful automotive entrepreneur, committed suicide after a lifetime of battling bipolar disorder. He was only 59 years old, and left behind two children and a wife.

When Mom Has Health Issues, So Do Children

Children are often at the mercy of their parents' lifestyle habits. Parents who eat at fast food joints and cafeterias with high calorie, high fat foods can often be seen with less than healthy looking children.

Match.com For Kid's Personality

It's no secret that children all have very different personalities, even siblings raised in the same household. Most parents have experienced that what works with one kid, doesn't work with another.

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