48% Of Americans Skipping On Medications And Other Health Services Because They Cannot Afford It

Wednesday, September 28th, 2011

Not being able to afford their medical expenses and prescription medications is again the top financial worry for people in the USA, says a Consumer Reports Index survey. The authors add that in 2011, a record number of people are taking some serious risks with their prescription regimes. In its ...

FDA Urges Americans To Be Prepared For Hurricane Irene

Saturday, August 27th, 2011

It is vital that those living or finding themselves in the path of hurricane Irene make sure they have enough food, water, and prescription medications, the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) announced. When storing water and food, it is important to take precautions so that they do not become contaminated. ...

Amy Winehouse’s Death And No To Rehab; What Is Substance Abuse?

Monday, July 25th, 2011

Songstress Amy Winehouse died this weekend and joins a long line of musical artists that have abused substances for reasons unknown. Although here official autopsy is not complete, the world is wondering what happened and if her history of drug abuse was to blame. What really is substance ...

Top 10 Best Selling Prescription Medications

Tuesday, April 19th, 2011

The top selling prescription drugs for 2010 are all generics, and contain a wide variety of medications, from antibiotics to pain relievers to blood pressure and cholesterol management pills. Find more info about Top 10 Best Selling Prescription Medications photos videos pictures. read more

FDA cracks down on untested cold medicines

Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011

The Food and Drug Administration says it will remove roughly 500 unapproved cold and allergy medications from the market as part of an ongoing campaign cracking down on ineffective prescription medications. Find more info about FDA cracks down on untested cold medicines photos videos pictures. read more