Serious side effects have been linked to testosterone therapy treatment. Two recent studies, including one in PLOS One, found men aged 65 and older had twice the risk of having a heart attack, stroke or death after taking a testosterone therapy prescription for 90 days. …
Recent studies have shown an increased risk of myocardial infarction (heart attacks) and ischemic stroke associated with the use of testosterone therapy products. Such products, including AndroGel, Axiron, and Androderm, are thought to be increasing the risk of such serious cardiovascular issues. The risk…
The debate over e-cigarettes continues to rage as researchers look at the pros of ‘vaping’, a possible reduction in tobacco consumption and the cons—use by teens. What do the flavors mango, gummi bears and cotton candy have in common? They are some of the candy…
Were you aware that India’s pharmaceutical industry supplies 40 percent of over-the-counter and generic prescription drugs? By 2017 India will be the 11th largest drug market in the world. India may be a major player, but is it selling quality prescription drugs? The FDA…
If you live in a cold-weather state, you most likely have witnessed a sheet of ice or snow fly off the roof of moving vehicle? Maybe you had to react quickly to dodge it, or simply pray that it missed you. What else could you…
Hundreds of plaintiffs have filed claims against Risperdal manufacturers Janssen Pharmaceuticals and parent company Johnson & Johnson (J&J). Plaintiffs claim that the anti-psychotic drug caused male patients to develop breast tissue. In 2006, a study found that the drug increased prolactin levels among adolescents which…
The issue of marijuana legalization has long involved a contentious debate between two opposing groups, with each frequently marshaling research to bolster its position. In only the last few weeks, there have been several conflicting studies that have received attention, further confusing the question of…
The FDA is investigating the risk of heart attack, stroke and death among men taking different forms of testosterone therapy. This announcement came after two recent studies, one published in PLOS One, and the other in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). History…
Pee on a Stick to Detect Cancer? Researchers at MIT are working hard to make it a reality: a device similar to at-home urine pregnancy tests that will tell you if you have cancer. The researchers aren’t pressing their time to release the strips because…
Recently, the Diocese of St Cloud added some information to their list. It was mainly the names of parishes where these credibly accused Priests have been in the past. However, at the very end they added a disclaimer: The list is of official assignments only.…