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Prince Died Of Fentanyl Opioid Overdose Confirms Official

By R. Siva Kumar - Jun 03, 2016 09:54 AM EDT

A law enforcement official who wishes to remain anonymous strengthens what many believe---that Prince was killed by opioid overdose.

Infuse ADHD Children With Healthy Lifestyle Habits For Help: Study

By Dipannita - Jun 01, 2016 08:47 AM EDT

Medications such as Ritalin and Adderall are often the only way of treatment for children suffering from attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Opioid Drug Prescriptions Drop, Finally

By Jenn Loro - May 28, 2016 09:33 AM EDT

For the first time in 20 years, opioid prescriptions have finally went down since 2012. However, an increase in prescription alternatives to opioids has also been observed.

Sleep Therapy, Not Sleeping Pills, Is the Ultimate Solution for Insomnia

By Jenn Loro - May 04, 2016 12:00 PM EDT

The American College of Physicians has rolled out a new set of guidelines aimed at recommending a psychotherapy known as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT-I) as safer and long-term alternative to sleeping pills. Sleeping pills, while effective, come in with multiple side effects which make drugs unsuitable for long-term insomnia treatment

Pfizer Chantix Not Linked To Suicide and Other Psychiatric Effects

By Jenn Loro - Apr 27, 2016 11:19 AM EDT

FDA-commissioned international study revealed that anti-smoking cessation smoking pills like Chantix are not linked to any suicide risk or psychiatric side effects. Following the published report on the controversial medication for smokers, drug manufacturers like Pfizer hope to have the Black Box warning lifted before their patent expires.

Botox Can Be A Vital Neurological Treatment For Chronic And Episodic Migraines

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 24, 2016 07:31 AM EDT

The American Academy of Neurology recommends using Botox to treat diverse neurological ailments, including chronic and episodic migraines.

ADHD Kids Are 'Over-diagnosed' And May Just Be Immature: Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 12, 2016 08:41 AM EST

Taipei researchers discovered that August-born children tended to be diagnosed with ADHD.

Novartis to Start Chronic Disease Medication Program in Poor Nations

By Cheri Cheng - Sep 24, 2015 02:58 PM EDT

Novartis AG has started its new program that provides low-cost medications for people from poorer countries who are suffering from chronic health diseases.

FDA Panel Endorses ‘Female Viagra’ Pill

By Cheri Cheng - Jun 05, 2015 11:31 AM EDT

The advisory panel to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has voted in favor of approving flibanseri, dubbed the "female Viagra" pill.

Guliana Rancic Eating Disorder Rumors: Host acknowledges her Thin Frame

By Cheri Cheng - Apr 01, 2015 03:08 PM EDT

Guliana Rancic has opened up about her thinning frame.

Cops Can't Be Trusted, Says Woman Shot Six Times For No Crime

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 20, 2015 07:42 PM EST

Amy Bramuchi is considering legal action against police officers for barging into her house and shooting her at night.

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