FDA Launches System to Label Medical Devices
2013-09-20
Goal is to improve patient safety, identify items for recall and prevent counterfeiting
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Botox Approved as Temporary Treatment for Crow’s Feet
2013-09-12
Already approved for cosmetic ‘frown lines’Continue Reading
FDA Approves Botox for Crow’s Feet
2013-09-11
However, cosmetic improvement is only temporaryContinue Reading
Rating the Results
2013-08-02
Does cosmetic surgery really make you look more attractive to others?Continue Reading
Will You Look More Attractive After Plastic Surgery?
2013-08-01
Patients appear younger, but not necessarily better looking, small study findsContinue Reading
Heart Device ‘Shock’ Anxiety May Hamper Sex Life
2013-06-07
Study found more sexual dysfunction among men, women with implanted defibrillatorsContinue Reading
Daily Sunscreen Helps Middle-Aged Skin Stay Young: Study
2013-06-03
After 4 years, less ‘photoaging’ seen among regular users in sunny AustraliaContinue Reading
Eyelash Extension Adhesives May Cause Bad Reactions
2013-05-16
Infections and allergies from cosmetic procedure can damage eyes or cause swelling, loss of eyelashesContinue Reading
iPads Could Affect Implanted Heart Devices, Early Study Finds
2013-05-09
Young researcher suggests that users avoid placing tablets too close to the chestContinue Reading
Programming Implanted Defibrillators to React More Slowly Might Be Safer: Study
2013-05-07
Unnecessary shocks from the heart devices are often distressing, come with their own risks, experts sayContinue Reading
Lipsticks, Glosses Contain Toxic Metals: Report
2013-05-02
Children should not play with these products, researcher saysContinue Reading
Implanted Device May Predict Epilepsy Seizures, Study Suggests
2013-05-02
Patients who don’t respond to drugs might benefit, but larger trials neededContinue Reading
Implants May Delay Breast Cancer Detection, Raise Death Risk
2013-05-01
Study found one-fourth higher odds of being diagnosed with later-stage diseaseContinue Reading
Keep Beauty Regimen Safe During Pregnancy, Doctor Advises
2013-04-30
Helpful tips can reassure expectant mothers about their hair, nail and skin care treatmentsContinue Reading