Archive for February 4th, 2007
Independent Trans Fat Ban Could Mean Nationwide Movement
It seems as though the decision that took place last month for New York to ban the use of trans fats in restaurants has spurred an interest in many cities across the country that are considering to do the same. Of these, Los Angeles may be the first large city to get the ball rolling. Attorneys [...]
Posted: February 4th, 2007 under Trans Fats.
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Nasal Decongestant Poses Increased Risk of Stroke Among Women
According to a group of researchers in Korea, cold remedies that contain the drug phenylpropanolamine (PPA) pose an increased risk of having a hemorrhagic stroke, especially among women. PPA, which was recalled by the FDA in 2005, is a drug that was formerly used as a nasal decongestant for over-the-counter cough and cold medicines as [...]
Posted: February 4th, 2007 under Stroke.
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