Childhood heart repairs may not last a lifetime
Washington reports that up to a million people born with lethal congenital heart defects now face growing risks as adults. Surviving childhood repair does not guarantee a lifelong cure and many lack regular cardiac care, with few doctors trained to manage adult congenital heart disease.
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Panel Backs OTC Release for Weight Loss Pill Alli
An FDA advisory panel voted 11-3 to recommend nonprescription sale of orlistat, branded Alli, pending final FDA approval. The pill would be sold OTC with precautions on use duration and vitamin supplementation, and follow-up studies were urged.
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