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Health Highlights: June 18, 2013

FDA Approvals

New Silicone Breast Implants Approved
MemoryShape OK'd for augmentation in women 22 and older

Xgeva Approved for Rare, Non-Malignant Tumor
Giant cell tumor of the bone

New Drugs, Diagnostic Approved for Advanced Melanoma
This cancer is leading cause of death from skin disease

Blood-Tracking Device Uses New Technology
Memory chips help prevent release of unwanted products

Simponi Approved for Ulcerative Colitis
Blocks process that contributes to abnormal inflammation

Xofigo Approved for Prostate Cancer
When disease has spread to the bones

Health Tips

Health Tip: Protect Young Ones From Suffocation
Rid the crib of pillows, blankets and stuffed animals

Health Tip: Help Prevent Varicose Veins
Avoid sitting or standing for extended periods

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Lots of Americans Want Health Care Via Their Smartphone

But all too often, the demand outpaces the technology to deliver it, Harris Interactive/HealthDay poll finds.

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Fewer Young Americans Lack Health Care Coverage

But 45 million Americans overall still don't have health insurance.

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Health-Care Shoppers Still in the Dark, Study Says
Information on state websites isn't useful, researchers find

Blood Test Might Predict Type 1 Diabetes in Children, Study Finds
Evidence of two autoantibodies signaled a 70 percent risk, researchers say

MRIs Spot 'Hidden' Fungal Infections From Tainted Steroid Shots
More cases will continue to surface, study author predicts

Every Minute Counts for Stroke Victims, Study Confirms
Quick treatment improves odds for survival and mobility, researchers find

Common Childhood Vaccine Won't Worsen Juvenile Arthritis: Study
Safety of measles-mumps-rubella booster shot had previously been called into question

Polluted Air Linked to Autism Risk
Pregnant women who live with smog at higher risk, but experts caution the finding is not definitive

Could Catching Up on Sleep Lower Your Diabetes Risk?
Early study supports weekend power sleeping

Gene Research May Help Spot Baby's Obesity Risk
Finding might lead to better ways to prevent those at higher risk from becoming overweight later

Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment May Not Work As Well for Heavier Patients
Although more medication taken by obese patients in study, remission was less likely

Could 'Moderate' Drinking Be Safe During Pregnancy?
British study finds no problems with balance in kids, but some experts have concerns about the findings

Concussion Damage Looks Much Like Early Alzheimer's: Study
Preliminary finding suggests mild brain injury triggers long-lasting abnormalities in white matter

Facebook Users Really 'Liked' Organ Donor Option: Study
State transplant registries saw massive influx of donors in a single day after social media giant tweaked profiles

Scans Uncover Dangerous Hardening of Abdominal Aorta
MRI study found higher risk of future stroke, heart attack

Red Meat Linked to Increased Diabetes Risk
Large study finds higher consumption increases risk, but experts are at odds with findings

Statins Plus Certain Antibiotics May Set Off Toxic Reaction: Study
Harmful effects in older patients include muscle, kidney damage, researchers say

Saturated Fat May Make the Brain Vulnerable to Alzheimer's
Researchers say a small, new study shows that fat cut the body's level of a chemical that keeps Alzheimer's at bay

Kids With Autism May Find Human Voice Unpleasant
MRI shows weaker connection to brain's reward center in those who have high-functioning autism

Many Young Americans Unaware They're Infected With HIV
Study found age was key to whether patients knew HIV status and were getting treatment

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