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On Alert: Diabetes Drug May Increase Bladder Cancer Risk
December 14, 2011 – 10:21 am | 2 Comments
On Alert: Diabetes Drug May Increase Bladder Cancer Risk

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently released a safety alert and required a label change for Actos regarding the risk of bladder cancer for users taking the medication for more than one year or …

Are You Ready for Baby?
December 7, 2011 – 1:17 pm | No Comment
Are You Ready for Baby?

Congratulations, you’re pregnant! … Now what?
From diet and decorating to temptations and testing, there’s so much to consider once you discover you have a little one on the way.
“Don’t eat sushi!” “Take your vita­mins!” “Why am I crying …

Know the Facts about Pregnancy & Antidepressants
September 23, 2011 – 9:07 am | No Comment
Know the Facts about Pregnancy & Antidepressants

Depression is among the most common problems seen in primary-care medicine.
According to the American College of Obstericians and Gynecologists (ACOG), reproductive-age women have the highest prevalence of major depressive disorders; approximately 1 in 10 women will have major or minor …

‘Bath Salts’ – The Next Drug Trend?
September 1, 2011 – 8:44 am | No Comment
‘Bath Salts’ – The Next Drug Trend?

For many parents, the primary concerns for their teenagers are underage drinking and alcohol or drug abuse. While alcohol and drug abuse continue to be a problem, parents should also be aware of a new, readily available — and surprisingly legal …