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FDA weighs fate of Qnexa for weight loss, again

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration plans to take a second look at the weight loss pill Qnexa on Wednesday, after initially rejecting it because of concerns about heart problems and possible birth defects. More>>

Mammograms can save lives of women in their 40s

Breast cancers in women aged 40 to 49 that are diagnosed by mammograms have a better prognosis than those detected by doctors or the women themselves, a new study indicates. More>>

Endometriosis could raise risk of 3 ovarian cancers

Women with a history of endometriosis have a significantly increased risk of developing three types of ovarian cancer, according to a new study. More>>

More doubt on link between a blood chemical and heart disease

Having high levels of the amino acid homocysteine won't raise your risk of developing heart disease, a new analysis indicates. More>>

Gene might boost risk for obesity

A new animal study suggests that a genetic mutation could put certain people at higher risk for becoming obese if they eat high-fat diets. More>>

Is avoiding gluten in foods always necessary?

Gluten-free diets have become a popular way to manage gluten sensitivity, but a new analysis suggests that many people who stop eating gluten may not need to do so. More>>

FDA moves to head off shortages of 2 cancer drugs

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday what it called a series of steps to ensure the continued availability of vital cancer drugs that have been in dangerously short supply. More>>

Booze in movies may fuel teenage drinking

Watching a lot of movies that feature alcohol doubles the likelihood that young teens will start drinking, and these teens are more likely to progress to binge drinking, according to a new study. More>>

Good football helmet fit key to preventing brain injuries

While football helmets don't prevent concussions, good helmet fit might help reduce loss of consciousness that can follow a blow to the head, a new study finds. More>>

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Black children with autism tend to be diagnosed later than white children with the disorder, and this delay can lead to longer and more intensive treatment, researchers say. More>>

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