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Cough, cold medicines ‘bad for kids’

London, Mar 1 (ANI): Kids should not be given over-the-counter cough and cold medicines because they are ineffective and can be harmful. The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said that a review of 69 cough and cold remedies … Continue reading

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Study debunks herbal menopause remedy myth

Washington, Jan 14 (ANI): Scientists have found no strong evidence proving the efficacy of commonly taken herbal remedies in relieving troublesome menopausal symptoms. In fact, for some of these medicines there is hardly any evidence at all, according to the … Continue reading

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‘People buying fake Internet drugs risk lives, fund terrorism’

Washington, Jan 28 (ANI): Those who buy fake Internet drugs should think twice before making their next purchase, for a leading journal’s editor has said that such an activity could risk their lives and support terrorism. Editor-in-Chief Dr Graham Jackson, … Continue reading

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‘Tan jabs’ could change appearance of moles

London, Jan 28 (ANI): ‘Tan jabs’, the unlicensed medicine used to produce a suntan, has been linked to rapid changes in the appearance of skin moles, a new study has claimed. According to skin experts, Melanotan dubbed as ‘tan jabs’ … Continue reading

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UK scientists to seek approval for human trials of stem-cell blindness therapy

London, January 24 (ANI): British scientists will seek the approval of concerned authorities for beginning human trials of an embryonic stem-cell therapy for the commonest cause of blindness this year. If they get the green light, their project will be … Continue reading

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Fake-drug-warning advert shows man coughing up rat

London, Jan 16 (ANI): A new advert warning people against the dangers of buying drugs over the internet has featured a man coughing up a dead rat. Made by Pfizer, the advert will be screened in cinemas and has been … Continue reading

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