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Corticosteroids Helps Some ICU Patients Off Ventilators Faster

TAPEI, Taiwan - ICU patients with adrenal insufficiency who are on mechanical ventilation are more likely to be successfully weaned off the machine if they first receive hydrocortisone infusions, researchers here have found.

Feb 02, 2006

Certain Exercise Proposed to Reduce Hip Fracture Risk in Elderly

CAMBRIDGE, England-If hip fractures in the elderly are caused by thinning of the femur that leads to bone buckling in a fall, as a team here contends, cycling, rowing or gymnastics might strengthen the femoral neck and reduce the fracture risk.

Jul 07, 2005

FDA Approves 'Gila Monster' Diabetes Drug

ROCKVILLE, Md.-The FDA announced today it has approved a new injectable diabetes drug synthesized from gila monster saliva, but says the drug should only be used in combination with older oral medications.

Apr 29, 2005

Adrenal Suppression From Topical Corticosteroids Surprisingly High

GAITHERSBURG, Md.-Adrenal suppression affects 30% to 80% of users of prescription topical corticosteroids, according to data presented at an FDA advisory panel meeting. The session was convened to discuss taking prescription topical corticosteroids over the counter.

Mar 25, 2005