Fish oil plus exercise may do older muscles good
Older women may be able to boost their muscle strength by adding fish oil supplements to their exercise routine, a small...
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Walgreen sued for overcharging for generics
A union benefits fund filed a class action suit Wednesday, accusing Walgreen Co and generic drug maker Par Pharmaceutical...
Breathing exercises may help soothe heartburn
People with milder heartburn problems might find some relief from deep breathing exercises, a small clinical trial suggests....
Wiping out stomach bugs offers indigestion relief
Getting rid of bacteria linked to stomach ulcers may provide some relief for people with indigestion even if they don't have...
Misunderstanding of drug approval common: study
Many people believe that drugs given the okay by the Food and Drug Administration are safer and more effective than they...
Gut bacteria picky about what we eat: study
Gut bacteria -- colonies of bacteria that live in the human digestive tract -- appear to have fairly picky dining habits,...
US top court rejects generic drug labeling suits
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that generic drug companies cannot be sued under state law over allegations that...
Free-moving robot camera may ease stomach exams
A tiny, free-moving capsule camera with fins that can be gulped down and controlled remotely may one day make stomach exams...
Some reflux symptoms hard to treat
Popular drugs for treating acid reflux are more effective at treating some symptoms than others, a new study finds. Specifically,...
FDA says stomach acid drugs can lower magnesium
Prescription ulcer drugs such as AstraZeneca Plc's blockbuster, Nexium, will carry a new warning that long-term use may cause...
Heartburn drugs linked to increased pneumonia risk
People on two types of widely prescribed heartburn medications may have a higher-than-average risk of developing pneumonia,...
More problems at J&J Fort Washington plant: FDA
U.S. inspectors are still uncovering a host of problems at a Johnson & Johnson manufacturing plant that was the source of...
No need for esophageal cancer screen despite heartburn
While people with chronic acid reflux are more likely to develop throat, or esophageal, cancer, a new study suggests the...
Metal, wood found in J&J Rolaids, recall widens
Johnson & Johnson issued a recall of its Softchews Rolaids antacids on Thursday after wood and metal bits were discovered...
CORRECTION: J&J heartburn worsens as Mylanta joins recall list
Johnson & Johnson's consumer-product distress worsened on Wednesday as the company recalled 12 million bottles of over-the-counter...
J&J heartburn worsens as Mylanta joins recall list
Johnson & Johnson's consumer-product distress worsened on Wednesday as the company recalled 12 million bottles of over-the-counter...
Mom's heartburn meds not tied to birth defects
A nationwide study from Denmark finds pregnant women have little reason to be concerned about birth defects when taking omeprazole...
Probiotics may ease kids' belly aches
A daily dose of "friendly bacteria" could provide relief for kids suffering from the cruel pain of a chronic tummy ache,...
Sleep problems common in arthritis patients
Arthritis can substantially worsen the quality of a person's sleep, particularly when pain isn't well controlled or patients...
Lifestyle changes curb overnight bathroom trips
If you're frequently bothered by waking in the middle of the night to empty your bladder, there may be some simple and drug-free...
Oral alternative to allergy shots improves hay fever
A therapy that allows hay fever sufferers to get allergy shots in the form of a tablet or drops can help alleviate symptoms...
Targeting doctors won't reduce ulcer drug overuse
Education efforts directed at doctors won't prevent overuse of popular ulcer drugs, a new study from the Netherlands shows....
New J&J plant woes include Pepcid flavor mixups
U.S. inspectors found problems with test procedures, record-keeping and handling of consumer complaints at a Johnson & Johnson...
Fish oil might lower breast cancer risk
Women who take fish oil supplements may have a lower risk of developing breast cancer than those who don't, a study published...
Acid reflux may disrupt sleep, even without symptoms
Chronic acid reflux may frequently wake people up at night, even when it doesn't cause heartburn symptoms, a small study...
FDA says acid reflux drugs carry fracture risk
U.S. health regulators have cautioned doctors and patients of an increased risk of fractures of the hip, wrist, and spine...
Overuse of heartburn drugs is risky: study
Although they are sometimes used to make spicy meals go down easier, common heartburn drugs can cause serious side effects...
Should you use aspirin for a migraine?
A single dose of aspirin can bring at least temporary pain relief to about half of people with migraines, a new research...
Reflux surgery tops pills in the short term
People who suffer from chronic severe stomach acid reflux have two options -- long-term medication or anti-reflux surgery....
Stomach bugs up risk of heartburn woes years later
A serious bout with a tummy bug may mean heartburn years later, new research shows. Serious bacterial or viral infections...
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