Archive for March 22, 2010

C. diff Infection Rate May Overtake MRSA

Rates of infection from the bacterium Clostridium difficile (C. diff) are now surpassing those associated with MRSA infections in community hospitals, according to a new study.

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Genes Yield Clues to Ulcerative Colitis

Links between ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease may now be better understood due to the discovery of fifteen newly identified genes.

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Extraneous Virus Detected in Rotarix

FDA is recommending that healthcare practitioners temporarily suspend use of the Rotarix vaccine for rotavirus immunization in the United States.

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Fosamax (Alendronate Sodium) - updated on RxList

Fosamax (Alendronate Sodium) drug description - FDA approved labeling for prescription drugs and medications at RxList

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Avelox (Moxifloxacin HCL) - updated on RxList

Avelox (Moxifloxacin HCL) drug description - FDA approved labeling for prescription drugs and medications at RxList

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Femara (Letrozole) - updated on RxList

Femara (Letrozole) drug description - FDA approved labeling for prescription drugs and medications at RxList

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Zocor (Simvastatin) - updated on RxList

Zocor (Simvastatin) drug description - FDA approved labeling for prescription drugs and medications at RxList

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