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FDA panel sees little use for metal-on-metal hips

Government Health Experts said Thursday there are few reasons to continue using metal-on-metal hip implants, amid growing evidence that the devices can break down early and expose patients to dangerous metallic particles. read more..

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Summertime Is Tonsillectomy Time

FRIDAY, June 29 (Healthday News) -- Summer may seem like paradise for many kids, but sometimes their health can put a crimp in the fun: Summer can be the perfect season to get a tonsillectomy. read more..

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FDA Panel Cites Clot Risk From Contraceptive Patch

MONDAY, Dec. 12 (Healthday News) -- An advisory panel to the U.S. Food And Drug Administration on Friday said that the Ortho Evra birth control patch carries a higher risk of blood clots for women compared to older methods, but should not be taken off drug store shelves. read more..

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