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Panel: FDA ignored evidence on the dangers of BPA

The FDA did not pay heed to evidence while declaring BPA safe for plastics in baby bottles.

An expert panel reviewed  the FDA’s handling of the controversial subject. According to the report of the panelists, the FDA failed to consider studies calling into question the safety of bisphenol A while declaring it safe.

In response to the attack on the claim of the FDA, it quickly issued a statement saying that its view was "based on all available evidence" which indicated that current levels of exposure to BPA through food packaging do not pose an immediate health risk to the public, including infants and babies.

Obama Leads McCain In Ohio Polls

The recent Obama vs McCain Ohio polls show that Barack Obama is having noticeable lead over John McCain in the Buckeye State.

Ohio has been the Republican state. The state was won by Republicans in 2000 and 2004. But the recent opinion polls show the State favoring Barack Obama. Let’s check out what McCain vs Obama Ohio polls show.

Associated Press/GfK’s Obama vs McCain Ohio poll, conducted from October 22 to October 26, shows Obama leading McCain by 7 % points — 48 % to 41 % among the likely voters of Ohio.

Quinnipiac University’s Obama vs McCain Ohio poll, conducted from October 22 to October 26, shows Obama leading McCain by 9 % points — 51 % to 42 % among the likely voters of Ohio.

Vigorous Exercise Cuts Breast Cancer Risk – A Study

Vigorous Exercise Cuts Breast Cancer Risk – A StudyA new study has disclosed that vigorous exercise lowers the chances of developing breast cancer by almost a third.

The defensive effect of strenuous exercise such as scrubbing floors, cleaning windows and dancing was only obvious in women with normal weight, the researchers said.

The other vigorous activities include running, fast jogging, competitive tennis, aerobics, hill cycling, digging, and chopping wood.

The research made by doctors followed the lifestyles and health of 32,269 postmenopausal women for 11 years.

Public Citizen's calls for ban on Diabetes Drug Avandia

Advocacy group Public Citizen said GlaxoSmithKline PLC's diabetes drug Avandia should be banned in the United States as it can cause death from liver failure and has other life threatening risks which are more than the benefits itoffers.

The American Diabetes Association and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes issued guidelines which said that members of a joint medical panel "unanimously advised against using" Avandia.

The drug already carries a “black box” warning of its increasing the risk of heart attacks and now the Public Citizen group asked the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to ban the drug citing the drug induced liver failure in 14 cases. 12 of these have resulted in liver related death.

Katrina’s Love For Prague!

Katrina’s Love For Prague!Sallu may be the one that is ruling over Katrina Kaif’s heart, but it’s impossible to get Katz to talk about her love-life.

And this time, Bollywood hottie has not fallen in love with a person, rather it’s the lovely ‘Prague’ where she is shooting for Subhash Ghai’s upcoming movie ‘Yuvraaj.’

Katrina exclaimed, “I think it’s one of the most romantic places I’ve been to. It’s so calm, serene and beautiful. I’ve had some lovely experiences there.”

Katrina did not reveal much about her endearing experiences.

Combined Therapy Ideal to Treat Anxiety in Kids

Combined Therapy Ideal to Treat Anxiety in KidsU.S. researchers said a combination of talk therapy and antidepressant medication was the best treatment for children and adolescents suffering from disabling anxiety disorders.

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