21st June 2006. For most people, the day was just like any other day, holding not much importance. But for obese people in the UK, the day will be ever remembered. For on this day, Acomplia, the wonder drug for obesity was released for sale on prescription. Research on acomplia as a diet pill was going on for years. And…
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Avian Flu Do You Want The Good News Or The Bad News
Avian Flu: The bad news first Well, it’s flu season again. Only this time, we hear everyone talking about avian flu…the Super flu which is expected to wreck havoc across our land in the not so distant months. So what is avian flu? Avian flu is bird flu. Yes, you read that right, “Avian flu is bird flu.” And why…
Dating Drugs And Alcohol
Dear Daughter, I love you so much. I wish that I could always protect you from all dangers, but I know that I can’t. You are growing up and you will have to face dangers and make some decisions on your own. However, I am always here and I can always be a pretty good coach. Please talk to me…
What About Your Prescribed Medication
There are some medications that are physically needed for an actual life threatening health condition, yet there are some medications where we really have to ask our selves: Do we need to take this? What do we really need it for? Can we live without it? How many times have we received prescription after prescription? How many times have we…
Soma Carisoprodol Muscle Relaxant
Drug Name Soma (Carisoprodol) Drug Uses Soma is a muscle relaxant used to relieve the pain and stiffness of muscle spasms and discomfort due to strain and sprain. How Taken The usual adult dosage of soma is one 350 mg tablet, three times daily and at bedtime. Usage in patients under age 12 is not recommended. It is recommended that…
The Complexity Of Drug Abuse
Many people, young and old alike, are hooked on the excitement and escape that drugs seem to offer. In spite of its obvious adverse effects, people continue to fall into the trappings of drug abuse and, in so doing, ruin not only their lives but their loved ones as well. Curiosity have led most people to try and experiment with…
Medicare Drug Benefit Gaining Millions Of Enrollees
According to a recent report from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Medicare’s new prescription drug benefit now covers 25 million Americans, with an average of 250,000 new enrollees being added each week. In a promising sign of the program’s growth, HHS’ progress report showed that the number of beneficiaries rose more than 2.6 million in a month.…
Medicare Part D A Prescription For Savings
A common source of worry for many people on Medicare is their ability to afford the prescription drugs they need to remain healthy. The good news, however, is that if you’re in Medicare and having trouble paying for needed medications-or if you’re worried about your ability to protect yourself against future drug costs-the new Medicare prescription drug program, Part D,…
Why Doctors Drill Their Patients On Their Medical History
The ultimate point of taking medication is to fix problems in the body, whatever those problems may be. Human technology has gotten to the point where we have at least one drug for ailment that affects every system in the body. We have muscle relaxants for the muscular system, as well as variant formulas for those muscle relaxants which are…
To Go Or Not To Go Herbal That Is The Question
Many people nowadays are turning to “organics” and “naturals” otherwise known as herbals. The rising popularity of herbal supplements has created a new fad if not a new health lifestyle. But before you join the bandwagon, here are some things you need to know about this mean, “green” dietary supplementing machine. What is the difference between a drug and a…