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So-Called “Viagra For The Brain” Used To Provide Extra Energy Boost

A narcolepsy drug, dubbed the “Viagra for the brain”, is being used by some people to increase their brain function.

CBS Miami–2012/11/22

The New England Compounding Center is shown here on October 5, 2012 in Framingham, Massachusetts. The pharmacy is currently being investigated for producing a contaminated steroid shot that included the meningitis fungus. (Photo by Jared Wickerham/Getty Images)

19th Confirmed Case Of Fungal Meningitis In Florida

Another case of fungal meningitis stemming from a tainted steroid shot has been confirmed in Florida.

CBS4–2012/10/23

Another Confirmed Case Of Fungal Meningitis In Florida

Another case of fungal meningitis stemming from a contaminated drug has been confirmed in Florida.

CBS4–2012/10/22

FDA Approves Highly Anticipated Weight Loss Pill

For the second time since June, the Food and Drug Administration has approved a new prescription diet drug.

CBS4–2012/07/18

FDA Approves First New Weight Loss Pill In Decade

The Food and Drug Administration has approved Arena Pharmaceutical’s anti-obesity pill Belviq, the first new prescription drug for long-term weight loss to enter the U.S. market in over a decade.

CBS4–2012/06/27

Toxic Treat Warning For Dog Owners

Nearly 1,000 dogs have reportedly died this year after eating popular dog treats. Even though the Food and Drug Administration recently sent investigators to China where the suspicious treats are made. the cause of the illness is still unknown.

CBS4–2012/06/20

Fake Food Trying To Make Its Way Into The U.S.

We’re all on the lookout for counterfeit cash. We know to be suspicious of counterfeit purses. But what about fake food? It’s a growing threat in the US and beyond.

CBS4–2012/06/18

Before picture (left) of Bernadette Fields aneurysm behind her eye prior to the Pipeline Embolization Device procedure. The picture on the right shows the aneurysm is gone after the procedure. (Source: CBS4)

New Technology At JMH Helps Fight Potentially Deadly Aneurysms

A South Florida hospital is treating brain aneurysms with new technology. The treatment is minimally invasive and can help get life back to normal for so many people including Bernadette Fields.

CBS4–2012/04/11