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	• Newer Prostate Cancer Treatment Similar to Traditional Surgery
	But researchers found patients wanted minimally invasive procedure more often, despite drawbacks
	FRIDAY, May 9 (HealthDay News) -- Clinical practice may be trumping science when it comes to treatments for prostate cancer. According to a new study, many patients are getting a newer, minimally invasive surgery, because they think it is better than conventional surgery, even though there is little data on actual differences in outcomes between the two. "Patients are choosing a
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	• Protective Eyewear Key to Sports Safety
	Kids and pros need to play smart to avoid devastating vision injuries, group says
	SATURDAY, May 10 (HealthDay News) -- Every year in the United States, about 40,000 people suffer sports-related eye injuries, says the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), which recommends that all athletes wear appropriate, sports-specific eye protection properly fitted by an eye-care professional. Lenses made from polycarbonate materials offer the highest level of impact protectio
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	Health Highlights

	Flu Vaccine Makers Preparing 143 Million Doses for Next Season Marijuana Linked to Teen Mental Health Problems New Formulation of Coagulation Factor Approved by FDA FDA Approves Generic Versions of Restless Legs Drug Diet May Affect Prostate Cancer Surgery Outcome Southern Metro Areas 'Hotspots' for Teen Driving Deaths

	FDA Approvals

	• Amitiza Treats Irritable Bowel With Constipation
	Approved for women 18 and older

	• Device Approved to Assess Arterial Plaque
	Helps doctors evaluate heart attack risk

	• Relistor Helps Ease Painkiller-Related Constipation
	For people who use ongoing opioid therapy

	• Gloves Made From New Form of Latex Approved
	May benefit health workers, patients allergic to traditional latex

	• Cimzia Sanctioned to Treat Crohn's Disease
	For people who haven't responded to standard therapies

	FYI

	• Health Tip: Coping With Alzheimer's
	Keep performing daily tasks

	• Health Tip: Signs of Depression
	It's more than just a case of the blues

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	Last Modified: 21 April 2008