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Advances Made Toward Alzheimer's Blood Test

Researchers say

Top Prescriptions Index for 2008

Antibiotics Not Always Needed for MRSA

According to new guidelines released by the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA), the superbug staph infection, MRSA, has become a global health threat for both adults and children, but antibiotics aren't needed to treat all of them.

2 Weeks of Antibiotic Therapy Relieves IBS

According to new research, a two-week course of the antibiotic rifaximin (Xifaxan) helps to relieve the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Sex Reversal: Genetic Women Become Adult Men

Due to small DNA duplication, two adult U.K. brothers, both married, and a paternal uncle all appear to be normal males -- but are genetically women with two X chromosomes.

Quelicin (Succinylcholine Chloride Injection) - updated on RxList

Quelicin (Succinylcholine Chloride Injection) drug description - FDA approved labeling for prescription drugs and medications at RxList

Axiron (Testosterone Topical Solution) - updated on RxList

Axiron (Testosterone Topical Solution) drug description - FDA approved labeling for prescription drugs and medications at RxList

Crestor (Rosuvastatin Calcium) - updated on RxList

Crestor (Rosuvastatin Calcium) drug description - FDA approved labeling for prescription drugs and medications at RxList

Aricept (Donepezil Hydrochloride) - updated on RxList

Aricept (Donepezil Hydrochloride) drug description - FDA approved labeling for prescription drugs and medications at RxList

Going Bald? Hair Follicles Are Still There, Just Shrinking

George Costanza wore it with pride in the Seinfeld series, and Michael Jordan decided to just shave it all off. We all know about the “comb over” and the always adored toupee or hair piece. However, surprisingly little is known about its cause at the cellular level considering the stress it seems to cause amongst the male population…