Exposure to Estradiol Transdermal Spray Risky for Children and Pets, FDA Says
The FDA urges healthcare professionals to advise their patients who spray the drug on their forearm to keep children and pets from coming into contact with the medicated area of skin.
Medscape Medical News
Total Joint Replacement Registry May Improve Patient Outcomes
A total joint replacement registry using carefully designed and integrated technology enhanced patient safety, quality of care, cost-effectiveness, and research.
Medscape Medical News
Two Multistate Outbreaks of Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia Coli Infections Linked to Beef From a Single Slaughter Facility -- United States, 2008
How can e-coli outbreaks be prevented? This study looks at widespread illness resulting from tainted beef.
Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report
Daptomycin May Be Linked to Eosinophilic Pneumonia
In 7 cases reviewed by the FDA, patients developed eosinophilic pneumonia 2 to 4 weeks after starting daptomycin treatment.
Medscape Medical News