Wednesday 29 May 2019

First Trial of Opioid Maker Begins

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The case, Oklahoma vs. J&J, is being closely watched by lawyers in nearly 1,900 similar state and federal cases in the U.S.



from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2KcSVen

FDA OKs Wearable Device for Migraine Pain

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The FDA has cleared a noninvasive device that uses smartphone-controlled electronic pulses to relieve acute migraine pain.



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'Bad' Cholesterol, Rare Alzheimer's May Be Linked

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If research confirms that high cholesterol plays a role in Alzheimer’s disease, officials may need to reduce our target levels for “bad” LDL cholesterol, the study author said.



from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2KaIRSZ

Tuesday 28 May 2019

Oklahoma Faces Off Against J & J in First Trial of an Opioid Maker


By JAN HOFFMAN from NYT Health https://nyti.ms/2KaTLbt

Opioids Still Often Prescribed to Teens, Young Adults

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The reasons for the opioid prescriptions ranged from bone fractures and sprained ankles to dental problems and low back pain, the study authors said.



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