Pain Stories
FDA approves first generic divalproex sodium to treat seizures, migraine headaches and bipolar disorder
August 1, 2008
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first generic versions of Depakote delayed-release tablets (divalproex sodium). Depakote is approved by the FDA for the treatment of seizures, bipolar disorder and migraine headaches. Story
Prescription drug addictions rise
Wed Jul 30, 2008 12:45pm EDT
In the 45-54 age group, overdose deaths fueled by prescription drugs now surpass motor vehicle deaths as the nation's No. 1 cause of accidental death, federal data show. The same data also shows that nearly 7 million Americans abused prescription drugs in 2007 -- more than cocaine, heroin, hallucinogens, Ecstasy and inhalants such as marijuana combined. The figure is up 80 percent since 2000. Story
More than 1,000 died in painkiller overdoses
July 24, 2008
At least 1,013 people died of overdoses in several U.S. cities from 2005 to 2007 after illegally injecting the highly potent painkiller fentanyl, according to U.S. officials Story
Carpal tunnel syndrome, cell phones, commuting, long commutes, driving
July 14, 2008
Is your long, daily commute causing you pain? According to experts, hours in the car can create more than stress—it can actually cause carpal tunnel syndrome. Story
Sever's Disease (children's heel pain) can be a painful side-effect of summer for boys and girls between the ages of 9 and 14
July 10, 2008
Summertime sports and activities can be brutally painful for children who develop overuse foot injuries. A frequent site for such injuries is the back of the heel. This painful condition is called Sever's Disease or Calcaneal Apophysitis. Sever's Disease most frequently occurs in active boys and girls between the ages of 9 and 14. Story
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