FDA Approves New Drug for Obesity

It is common knowledge that obesity has become an epidemic in the United States. Drugs used to treat the condition are in severely short supply, however. The Food and Drug Administration just approved a new anti-obesity drug. This is the first weight loss drug to be approved in 13 years. Getting a prescription for this drug will not be easy, though, as there are strict criteria set.

Romney fundraising keeps spiking, small donors giving too

U.S. Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney gestures while speaking at an election rally in SterlingWASHINGTON (Reuters) – Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney raised $4.6 million in the 24 hours following the Supreme Court's decision to uphold President Barack Obama's healthcare law. Romney spokeswoman Andrea Saul said via Twitter on Friday that the former Massachusetts governor had raised the money through 47,000 online donations. "Thanks for everyone's support for #FullRepeal!" she tweeted, referring to the candidate's vow to repeal and replace the healthcare law if he is elected president on November 6. …

Ampio shares rise on bullish online report

(Reuters) – Shares of Ampio Pharmaceuticals Inc rose as much as 39 percent on Friday after an investment website said it expects Ampio to be the next “blockbuster” stock. With 3 blockbuster drugs, Ampio is all primed up for loads of news about clinical trials, the FDA and potential partners, Seeking Alpha said in a report published on Friday. Ampio’s drug to treat premature ejaculation is in a late-stage study, while its diabetes related eye disease and anti-inflammation drugs have completed mid-stage trials. …

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