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The FDA reports powerful prescription painkillers, including Percocet, may have been packaged with over the counter medications by mistake -- leading to a large-scale drug recall. Dr
Read More »FDA restricts certain antibiotics in livestock
Animal antibiotics may cause resistance to life-saving antibiotics for humans, FDA said
Read More »Video: Primatene Mist banned to protect environment
The FDA issued a ban on the over-the-counter Primatene Mist Asthma inhaler because of its damaging effects on the environment. Debbye Turner Bell reports.
Read More »24 states back FDA on tobacco warning label lawsuit
Tobacco companies had sued FDA saying forced labels violated free speech
Read More »FDA warns gastric band surgical centers over misleading ads
Eight Calif.
Read More »Chicken, cilantro recalls underway: Are you at risk?
FDA announces cilantro recall, USDA announces cooked chicken recall - what do consumers need to know?
Read More »Teen says blood clot after Yaz destroyed her life
Lynsey Lee hoped taking the birth control pill Yaz would relieve her severe menstrual cramping and pelvic pain.
Read More »Video: Yaz birth control pill: Link to blood clots?
Erica Hill talks to medical contributor Dr. Holly Philips about the FDA's decision to take a closer look at the possible links between the birth control pill, Yaz and increased blood clots.
Read More »Yaz labels may get more info on blood clots
FDA leaning toward move for Yaz, other newer birth control pills though there's conflicting evidence on slightly higher risk
Read More »FDA decision on teens, "morning-after" blocked
Health secretary overrules FDA, says young teenagers cannot buy the Plan B morning-after pill without a prescription
Read More »FDA warns against HCG hormone diet pill fad
Weight-loss products containing the hormone HCG are illegal and potentially dangerous, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said today, and consumers are advised to steer clear of the oral drops, pellets and sprays that can be found online and in retail stores.
Read More »"Smart bomb" mouthwash aims to end tooth decay: Will it work?
If FDA approved, would be first anti-cavity drug approved since fluoride 60 years ago
Read More »Avastin decision dismays breast cancer patients
FDA withdraws blockbuster drug's approval for breast cancer, saying evidence doesn't confirm benefit
Read More »Video: Key breast cancer drug withdrawn
Russ Mitchell speaks with Dr. Mallika Marshall about the FDA pulling permission for Avastin to be used for breast cancer treatments, and what alternatives there are.
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