Hope for Parkinson’s Patients

Parkinson disease is a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system that manifest as a slowing down of the body, muscle rigidity and uncontrollable tremors in a state of rest.  An experiment with Parkinson’s patients – currently taking place in...

Tan Addiction

Some chronic indoor tanners have what looks like a substance-related disorder. Excessive sunlamp and tanning bed use is linked to increased risk for both melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancers. Repeat tanners may exhibit addictive behaviors similar to those exhibited...

FDA Approves Injectable Monoclonal Antibody for Osteoporosis

For Immediate Release: June 1, 2010 Media Inquiries: Elaine Gansz Bobo, 301.796.7567, elaine.bobo@fda.hhs.gov Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA FDA Approves New Injectable Osteoporosis Treatment for Postmenopausal Women The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today...