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the fda taking it up today. a company has tinkered with the genetic material of salmon so the fish can grow faster and reach groceries sooner. are eaters ready? here's lisa stark. >> reporter: it looks like any other salmon, but opponents call it frankenfish and hope to keep it off your dinner plate. here's the difference -- both these fish are 18 months old but the larger genetically engineered aquadvantage salmon grows twice as fast as the regular salmon. >> this is the first genetically engineered animal that would be introduced to the food supply so it's a big deal. >> reporter: atlantic salmon grows in fits and starts, but scientists found that adding genetic material from a pacific salmon and an eel-like fish, helps them grow 'round the clock. >> the fish is indistinguishable from the traditional fish. >> reporter: how can you say it's indistinguishable, though, when it clearly has a different genetic makeup than an atlantic salmon? >> it tastes the same. it looks the same, and the biology is exactly the s
the fda taking it up today. a company has tinkered with the genetic material of salmon so the fish can grow faster and reach groceries sooner. are eaters ready? here's lisa stark. >> reporter: it looks like any other salmon, but opponents call it frankenfish and hope to keep it off your dinner plate. here's the difference -- both these fish are 18 months old but the larger genetically engineered aquadvantage salmon grows twice as fast as the regular salmon. >> this is the first...
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in a written statement fda said, "when fda learned that mcneil had hired contractors to secretly purchase product off the shelves the agency advised mcneil to do a full recall which the company agreed to initiate in july 2009." johnson & johnson/mcneil issued a statement saying "mcneil kept the fda informed of its actions and removed the product from the market in a compliant manner. however, given the concerns highlighted by the congressional committee with respect to motrin, moving forward we would look to handle things differently." >> johnson & johnson is not off the hook, neither is the fda for being too cozy with industry and not forthcoming with congress. >> reporter: johnson & johnson is now facing a criminal investigation into all these recalls and the silent market withdrawal. and the senior vice president who testified before congress has resigned. congress is also looking into documents which suggest the company had considered another secret withdrawal of a children's product. dr. richard besser, abc news, new york. >> tough times for that company. eight recalls in the past ye
in a written statement fda said, "when fda learned that mcneil had hired contractors to secretly purchase product off the shelves the agency advised mcneil to do a full recall which the company agreed to initiate in july 2009." johnson & johnson/mcneil issued a statement saying "mcneil kept the fda informed of its actions and removed the product from the market in a compliant manner. however, given the concerns highlighted by the congressional committee with respect to...
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we've got to fix the fda. >> reporter: fixing the fda, says nissen, means a wholesale change. no longer should the same people at the agency who approve a drug be the ones to decide if it gets pulled off the market. it's a conflict of interest. >> we must fix those flaws, or we will have further problems like avandia. >> reporter: which nissen calls one of the worst drug safety tragedies in our lifetime. lisa stark, abc news, washington. >>> two dallas police officers have been fired for insubordination after the beating of a motorcyclist. patrol car dash cams captured the incident. one officer is seen beating the motorcyclist. the other officer is accused of repositioning a camera, so it couldn't record what was happening. all three men also face criminal charges. >>> sad news from hollywood this morning. singer, eddie fisher, has passed away. he shot to fame as a pop singer back in the early '50s. but he may be remembered more for his private life. he had stormy marriages to actresses debbie reynolds, elizabeth taylor and connie stevens. carrey fisher is one of his children.
we've got to fix the fda. >> reporter: fixing the fda, says nissen, means a wholesale change. no longer should the same people at the agency who approve a drug be the ones to decide if it gets pulled off the market. it's a conflict of interest. >> we must fix those flaws, or we will have further problems like avandia. >> reporter: which nissen calls one of the worst drug safety tragedies in our lifetime. lisa stark, abc news, washington. >>> two dallas police officers...
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we've got to fix the fda. >> reporter: fixing the fda, says nissen, means a wholesale change. no longer should the same people at the agency who approve a drug be the ones to decide if it gets pulled off the market. it's a conflict of interest. >> we must fix those flaws, or we will have further problems like avandia. >> reporter: which nissen calls one of the worst drug safety tragedies in our lifetime. lisa stark, abc news, washington. >>> and still ahead on "world news," a 26-year-old gives away $100 million. >>> and, you had a big reaction to our "world news" investigation. tonight, we ask, do gang members make more on teenage girls than they do on drugs? >>> and, an unforgettable story of two mothers, one heart. ♪ let's take a look at the stats. mini has more than double the fiber and whole grain... making him a great contender in this bout... against mid-morning hunger. honey nut cheerios is coming in a little short. you've got more whole grain in your little finger! let's get ready for breakfaaaaaaaaaast! ( ding, cheering, ringing ) keeping you full and focused with m
we've got to fix the fda. >> reporter: fixing the fda, says nissen, means a wholesale change. no longer should the same people at the agency who approve a drug be the ones to decide if it gets pulled off the market. it's a conflict of interest. >> we must fix those flaws, or we will have further problems like avandia. >> reporter: which nissen calls one of the worst drug safety tragedies in our lifetime. lisa stark, abc news, washington. >>> and still ahead on...
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the fda will hold public hearings on the issue. the fda's conclusion in a couple weeks. dan? >> thank you, amy. >>> an asteroid double whammy. and the windstorm that set fires in detroit. and why you will be paying more for coffee this week. all of that is coming up, and then on "nightline." >> dan, coming up next on "nightline," we will talk to the preacher whose vow to burn qurans has set off a frenzy of protest. and calorie counts are everywhere, foot courts, airplanes and they could even airplanes and they could even come to a it's great. i t anything that i want. key lime pie, pineapple upside down cake. no, i've actually lost weight... [ female announcer ] over 30 delicious flavors at around 100 calories each. [ wife ] babe... i gotta go. [ female announcer ] yoplait, it is so good. r every pink lid you send in, yoplait will donate 10 cents to susan g. komen for the cure. with your help, we've donated $25 million over 12 years. so let's continue to make a difference one lid at a time. announcer: has the overpowering smell of scented (music playing) garbage bags taken ov
the fda will hold public hearings on the issue. the fda's conclusion in a couple weeks. dan? >> thank you, amy. >>> an asteroid double whammy. and the windstorm that set fires in detroit. and why you will be paying more for coffee this week. all of that is coming up, and then on "nightline." >> dan, coming up next on "nightline," we will talk to the preacher whose vow to burn qurans has set off a frenzy of protest. and calorie counts are everywhere, foot...
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the fda is expected to require no special label. john hendren, abc news, washington. >>> a convicted sex offender has been arrested in the murder of a north carolina police chief's daughter. valerie hamilton's body was found in a self-storage unit on saturday. her father appeared on "good morning america" yesterday, with an emotional appeal to help solve his daughter's murder. hours later, fbi agents and u.s. marshals took michael lee harvey into custody. he will be arraigned later today. >>> lindsay lohan could be headed back to jail. a judge issued an arrest warrant yesterday, after the actress acknowledged failing a drug test less than a month after leaving rehab. lohan was allowed to remain free, pending a hearing friday, to determine if she, in fact, did violate her probation. over the summer, the actress served 14 days of a 90-day jail sentence. >>> the denver broncos organization is mourning the apparent suicide of one of its players. kenny mckinley was found dead at his home yesterday. investigators believe he died because o
the fda is expected to require no special label. john hendren, abc news, washington. >>> a convicted sex offender has been arrested in the murder of a north carolina police chief's daughter. valerie hamilton's body was found in a self-storage unit on saturday. her father appeared on "good morning america" yesterday, with an emotional appeal to help solve his daughter's murder. hours later, fbi agents and u.s. marshals took michael lee harvey into custody. he will be arraigned...
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following our reports, the fda sent out notices to doctors around the country. today, an expert panel reviewed all of the evidence, the most extensive review to date, and concluded there is a link between using these drugs for long-term and these unusual breaks in the femur. in fact, they found that 94% of people who had these unusual breaks had been on this drug for an extensive period of time. and so, they said this needs to be taken seriously and issued recommendations. >> what is the recommendation? >> reporter: there are several. first, labeling has to change, so that patients are aware of this risk. and second, doctors need to report better. there needs to be a reporting system so they can learn from this. it's important people understand, though, that these drugs prevent far more fractures than they cause. there are things you can do. if you've been on these drugs for more than five years, talk to your doctor, see if you still need to stay on them. and if you have pain in your thigh, that can be a warning sign that your leg could be about to break. >> so,
following our reports, the fda sent out notices to doctors around the country. today, an expert panel reviewed all of the evidence, the most extensive review to date, and concluded there is a link between using these drugs for long-term and these unusual breaks in the femur. in fact, they found that 94% of people who had these unusual breaks had been on this drug for an extensive period of time. and so, they said this needs to be taken seriously and issued recommendations. >> what is the...
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but a former fda official says hindsight is what's really 20/20. knowing what you know now, would you ever recommend lasik to somebody you care about? >> no, absolutely not. >> reporter: dr. morris waxler was part of the fda team that green-lighted lasik surgery in 1995. but then, he says, he started hearing about devastating side effects. so, today, he asked his former employer to issue strong warnings about lasik. >> i think people don't understand, this is not like getting your nails done. this is not like getting a curl in your hair. >> reporter: in lasik, a thin flap of the outer cornea is lifted out of the way. then, a laser flattens the inner cornea. critics say that compromised core knee ka cornea can develop microscopic scar tissue that can cause vision problems. >> here's what i look like to somebody with normal vision. now here's the halo effect that many lasik patients see. star bursts, like this, are another common side effect. worst of all, some lasik patients actually experience blurred vision. according to waxler's analysis of fda d
but a former fda official says hindsight is what's really 20/20. knowing what you know now, would you ever recommend lasik to somebody you care about? >> no, absolutely not. >> reporter: dr. morris waxler was part of the fda team that green-lighted lasik surgery in 1995. but then, he says, he started hearing about devastating side effects. so, today, he asked his former employer to issue strong warnings about lasik. >> i think people don't understand, this is not like getting...
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right now, the fda is trying to determine who, besirds fast food chains, should be subject to the new laws. they've opened the matter up for public comment, inviting the public to weigh in. up for debate, should there be call reams posted at grocery stores with foot courts? airlines? how about movie theaters? would you want to calorie count for date night at the movies? dave is the editor in chief of "men's health" magazine. and the author of the wildly popular "eat this, not that" series of books. >> total game changer. it's not about regulation. it's about education. it is a terrific tool for people to use if they want to in order to figure out what they're eating, because most of the time, we go to the movies, for example, and we're absolutely shocked to discover that there are foods out there that have a day's worth of calories, fat, sugar and salt. >> reporter: take that tub of popcorn. >> up to 1,500 calories. combine that with a snack and a soda, you might be up to 2,800 calories, john, just being going to the movies. >> how many should i be eating a day? >> 2,000. >> like, a d
right now, the fda is trying to determine who, besirds fast food chains, should be subject to the new laws. they've opened the matter up for public comment, inviting the public to weigh in. up for debate, should there be call reams posted at grocery stores with foot courts? airlines? how about movie theaters? would you want to calorie count for date night at the movies? dave is the editor in chief of "men's health" magazine. and the author of the wildly popular "eat this, not...
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a split decision by a panel inside the fda about whether to pull meridia off the market. we asked dr. richard besser to tell us why the great hope of diet pills seems to be struggling and does anything work? >> reporter: the concerns voiced today are just the latest chapter in a long quest for a safe and effective weight loss drug. more than 68% of adults are overweight or obese. a leading risk factor for diabetes and heart disease. a safe and effective weight loss pill could save lives, but has been an illusive thing for researchers. >> watch out. if someone is promising something that is so powerful, so magic that can cause you to lose weight, it probably has other consequences. >> reporter: but why has it been so difficult for scientists to find this magic combination? here's how it works. the chemicals that regulate appetite, called neurotransm neurotransmitt neurotransmitters, also regular blood pressure, heart rate, mood and other critical body functions. scientists have so far been unable to create a drug that doesn't impact on other areas. surgery is still the tre
a split decision by a panel inside the fda about whether to pull meridia off the market. we asked dr. richard besser to tell us why the great hope of diet pills seems to be struggling and does anything work? >> reporter: the concerns voiced today are just the latest chapter in a long quest for a safe and effective weight loss drug. more than 68% of adults are overweight or obese. a leading risk factor for diabetes and heart disease. a safe and effective weight loss pill could save lives,...
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the preliminary findings of the fda review are not encouraging. for now there is no easy way to lose weight. it comes back to diet and exercise. dr. richard besser, abc news, new york. >> since this news has come out revenue for the company is actually falling right now and the company doesn't even promote the drug here in the u.s. but is still expected to make 30 million bucks in this country alone. >> you have to also wonder, there has been a ban in europe. they've already halted, you know, in terms of giving it to patients. you have to wonder if that affected some of the revenue because in europhey'in >>> ford has unveiled its newest airbag that is designed to reduce injuries caused by their deployment. the airbags are located in the steering wheel. they promise to reduce injuries like broken ribs. they're designed to pull away from the driver's chest while protecting both the head and the neck. the airbag will be featured in the new ford focus, which goes on sale early next week. >>> while saving many lives in accidents, of course airbags have
the preliminary findings of the fda review are not encouraging. for now there is no easy way to lose weight. it comes back to diet and exercise. dr. richard besser, abc news, new york. >> since this news has come out revenue for the company is actually falling right now and the company doesn't even promote the drug here in the u.s. but is still expected to make 30 million bucks in this country alone. >> you have to also wonder, there has been a ban in europe. they've already halted,...
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and the fda seal of approval can be a bonanza for the fat-fighting devices. they have been used by dermatologists for some time. but now, you can expect to see ad campaigns touting the fda's announcement. for former dancer and exerciser, lisa potanak couldn't get rid of a little tummy bulge. so, eight months ago, she tried to freeze the fat off, at the doctor's office, using a procedure called zeltiq. what were you trying to get rid of? >> the little tummy. >> reporter: zeltiq were to cool the skin before procedures. now, the fda has cleared the device, with another device, for body contouring. zeltiq uses a jell patch. by freezing the fat cells inside the body, it causes them to self-destruct and be reabsorbed over several months. the other method is a low-energy laser, focused on trouble areas. neither method requires surgery. >> this is a big deal. it's the first time the fda has cleared a noninvasive fat reduction technology. it doesn't replace diet and exercise. they're another option for a subset of patients that want to take a lilt off. >> reporter: we
and the fda seal of approval can be a bonanza for the fat-fighting devices. they have been used by dermatologists for some time. but now, you can expect to see ad campaigns touting the fda's announcement. for former dancer and exerciser, lisa potanak couldn't get rid of a little tummy bulge. so, eight months ago, she tried to freeze the fat off, at the doctor's office, using a procedure called zeltiq. what were you trying to get rid of? >> the little tummy. >> reporter: zeltiq were...
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we'll be watching for what the fda does. thanks so much. >> important information. >> good to hear about it. dan, back to you. >> ashleigh, thank you. >>> there was a strange spectacle on capitol hill on the comedian, stephen colbert testifying beforess hearing on immigration. he was there because he had done a segment on his show spent a day working in fies ts was he came to the hearing, however in character, as a blow-hard tv commentator. and he stayed in character the entire time. he did not, however, exactly get the laughs he's used to getting on his show. >> it is an honor and a privilege to be here today. congresswoman lofgren asked me to share my vast experience spending one day as a migrant farm worker. i'm happy to use my celebrity to draw attention to this important, complicated issue. i have to say, and i do mean this sincerely, please don't make me do this again. it is really, really hard. maybe this ag jobs bill would help. i don't know. like most members of congress, i haven't read it. the point is, we have to
we'll be watching for what the fda does. thanks so much. >> important information. >> good to hear about it. dan, back to you. >> ashleigh, thank you. >>> there was a strange spectacle on capitol hill on the comedian, stephen colbert testifying beforess hearing on immigration. he was there because he had done a segment on his show spent a day working in fies ts was he came to the hearing, however in character, as a blow-hard tv commentator. and he stayed in character...
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we've got to fix the fda. >> reporter: fixing the fda, says nissen, means a wholesale change. no longer should the same people at the agency who approve a drug be the ones to decide if it gets pulled off the market. it's a conflict of interest. >> we must fix those flaws or we will have further problems like avandia. >> reporter: which nissen calls one of the worst drug safety tragedies in our lifetime. lisa stark, abc news, washington. >>> well, it is right next to the soda machine but it is dispensing something a whole lot more valuable. >> a gold vending machine has been unveiled at a hotel in spain. it spits out solid gold bars as easily as a bag of chips. it's called gold on the go and it works like an atm, giving you a pick of one, five, and ten-gram bars or decorative gold coins. you may have heard about the similar machine set up in abu dhabi. there is a goal to have machines worldwide. with gold at record-setting prices as of thursday night, maybe it's time for us all to get one of these machines. >> new gold rush, i'm on with that. >> we'll be right back with more "w
we've got to fix the fda. >> reporter: fixing the fda, says nissen, means a wholesale change. no longer should the same people at the agency who approve a drug be the ones to decide if it gets pulled off the market. it's a conflict of interest. >> we must fix those flaws or we will have further problems like avandia. >> reporter: which nissen calls one of the worst drug safety tragedies in our lifetime. lisa stark, abc news, washington. >>> well, it is right next to...
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and the fda was horrified by what they found. >> facilities were not clean. they've allowed rodent entry, and they found a host of conditions that could contribute to contamination of the eggs. >> reporter: at one farm a pile of chicken manure reached eight feet high. pathogens in manure can live for 200 days and can spread quickly through the food or water supply. so how could such conditions exist? the fda says they need to pass a new law that will give them more oversight. >> we know that foodborne illnesses kill about 5,000 people a year in this country. isn't it time we tackle this issue? >> reporter: this may not be the last of it. if people still have contaminated eggs in their refrigerator, we'll see additional cases even though they're off the shelf. robin? >> there's no way to make 100% certain that the eggs are safe now, rich, is there? >> there really isn't. it's up to you at the home to make sure you cook your food thoroughly, that you work to avoid cross-contamination. and if you do like to eat your eggs on the undercooked side, you can buy this
and the fda was horrified by what they found. >> facilities were not clean. they've allowed rodent entry, and they found a host of conditions that could contribute to contamination of the eggs. >> reporter: at one farm a pile of chicken manure reached eight feet high. pathogens in manure can live for 200 days and can spread quickly through the food or water supply. so how could such conditions exist? the fda says they need to pass a new law that will give them more oversight....
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but the female version of viagra was shot down this summer by the fda. companies are still racing to find the elusive pill. but perhaps the solution may not be found in a bottle after all. in a new study looking at drug treatments for 200 women with sexual dysfunction, one-quarter of the women were given a placebo. 35% of those women reported significant improvement in their sex lives. so, was it all just in their minds? researchers say just talking about problems in the bedroom could be the solution. >> all women in this study did have a chance to speak with a health care professional, who listened to their concerns. and most importantly, took them seriously and really listened to what their concerns was. >> reporter: empathy and support, the study finds, can be just as effective as potions and pills. >> in the quest to find a medical solution or magic bullet for women's sexual problems, we may have overlooked some of the basics. >>> and we are joined now by our medical contributor, dr. marie savard. there you go again. common sense. >> it is common sen
but the female version of viagra was shot down this summer by the fda. companies are still racing to find the elusive pill. but perhaps the solution may not be found in a bottle after all. in a new study looking at drug treatments for 200 women with sexual dysfunction, one-quarter of the women were given a placebo. 35% of those women reported significant improvement in their sex lives. so, was it all just in their minds? researchers say just talking about problems in the bedroom could be the...
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safety rests squarely with the fda. they'd never inspected the farms, but could have, if they'd known about the problems. what about the usda's argument, that it's not our job, we're not allowed to go into the hen houses? >> i mean, that's technically correct. but it's a little sad that they can't pick up the phone and call the people whose job it is. >> reporter: late today, wright county egg told abc news it expects workers to report any issues, and that, to its knowledge, no concerns were raised. that is, of course, until 1,500 people contracted salmonella. lisa stark, abc news, washington. >>> and when we come back tonight, the brawl at the u.s. open, during tennis? [ woman ] nine iron, it's almost tee-time... time to face the pollen that used to make me sneeze... my eyes water. but now zyrtec®, the fastest 24-hour allergy relief, comes in a liquid gel. zyrtec® liquid gels work fast, so i can love the air®. [ slap! ] -[ slap! slap! slap! slap! ] -ow, ow! te foods fighting you? fight back fast with tums. calcium r
safety rests squarely with the fda. they'd never inspected the farms, but could have, if they'd known about the problems. what about the usda's argument, that it's not our job, we're not allowed to go into the hen houses? >> i mean, that's technically correct. but it's a little sad that they can't pick up the phone and call the people whose job it is. >> reporter: late today, wright county egg told abc news it expects workers to report any issues, and that, to its knowledge, no...
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lipitor is a cholesterol-lowering medication that is fda approved to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in patients who have heart disease or risk factors for heart disease. lipitor is backed by over 18 years of research. lipitor is not for everyone, including people with liver problems and women who are nursing, pregnant, or may become pregnant. you need simple blood tests to check for liver problems. tell your doctor if you are taking other medications, or if you have any muscle pain or weakness. this may be a sign of a rare but serious side effect. dean will never forget what he went through. don't take your health for granted. [ male announcer ] have a heart to heart with your doctor about your risk. and about lipitor. acidic foods can cause a softening of the enamel. once you lose enamel, 's gone for good. for those who want white teeth pronamel gentle whiteng, helps protect against acid erosion but also helps bring ba your teeth to their natural whiteness. let's raise a glass to cookies just out of the oven. to the morning bowl of cereal. and to lactaid® milk. easy to
lipitor is a cholesterol-lowering medication that is fda approved to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in patients who have heart disease or risk factors for heart disease. lipitor is backed by over 18 years of research. lipitor is not for everyone, including people with liver problems and women who are nursing, pregnant, or may become pregnant. you need simple blood tests to check for liver problems. tell your doctor if you are taking other medications, or if you have any muscle pain...
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nevertheless, the fda is now reviewing the procedure. elisabeth leamy, abc news, washington. >> interesting, always a hot new trend comes out, particularly in the medical world, people jump on it for years, years down the line they study, follow up on it, always seems to be a problem that creeps up that we didn't know about when it was the hot rage everyone was going for. another example here. >> i think they're saying 90% of people who have lasik have excellent results. it is those 10% of people who have serious problems, that have to continue wearing glasses, that it's not fair, it's not good. >> it's not good, thank god d d d 1x1x >>> now a look into the world of child sex trafficking here in america. suburbs, not big cities, are now the major hubs for these crimes. >> in portland, oregon, girls as young as 12 are being lured into prostitution. sharyn alfonsi investigates. >> reporter: we are on portland's 82nd avenue. they call it the track. police believe there are as many as 100 underage girls here, working the streets, the strip c
nevertheless, the fda is now reviewing the procedure. elisabeth leamy, abc news, washington. >> interesting, always a hot new trend comes out, particularly in the medical world, people jump on it for years, years down the line they study, follow up on it, always seems to be a problem that creeps up that we didn't know about when it was the hot rage everyone was going for. another example here. >> i think they're saying 90% of people who have lasik have excellent results. it is those...
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he says' agree was the vote based on the evidence but believes if the fda does remove evasten koit mark a turning point in the national debate over health care preform. >> the kinds of problems we're going face is not taking health care way from grandma. it's saying you know, as a society, are you willing to spend your money to pay for these kinds of treatments when it's not a cure? >> this average cost is about $8,000 a month. but for day stevens, the issue isn't just about money or statistics it's about individual patient rights. >> how this drug may affect you is absolute bottom line because without it, i feel i would not be here today. >> and the fbi indicated it will make a decision any day now, so we'll see. >> coming up a food fight of a different kind. up next a store owner under fire to the not selling what >> ...berber carpet. it was a whole bowl of stew. nooo. why? i could have saved this one. i could have saved this one. ♪ call 1-800-steemer >>> an unusual fight is under way. a north beach business may have owe to shut down. owners accused of not selling what they're licen
he says' agree was the vote based on the evidence but believes if the fda does remove evasten koit mark a turning point in the national debate over health care preform. >> the kinds of problems we're going face is not taking health care way from grandma. it's saying you know, as a society, are you willing to spend your money to pay for these kinds of treatments when it's not a cure? >> this average cost is about $8,000 a month. but for day stevens, the issue isn't just about money...
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a committee of advisors told the fda today the altered salmon appears ton save but more testing may be needed. if the fda gives approveal it will be the first time the government has allowed a genetically modified animal to be for human consummation. >> thaing things are looking great around the bay area. in emeryville looking west, we can see fractured clouds along the coast not moving inland yet there. is mainly sunny skies today z it was very warm. there is a look at high temperatures. some of them all around the inland areas there is a ring of temperatures into low 80s today. 70s near the bay. 68 was the high in san francisco. things are going to cool down tomorrow. there is a fog around that will dissipate. sunny skies taking over much of the area. there is high clouds moving into north bay into afternoon hours. will be about four to eight degrees cooler tomorrow than today. still a pleasant day. here is the accu-weather forecast. there is a cool down next couple days. appropriate for arriveal of fog, 8:09 p.m. wednesday, then warms up wednesday there. is warming throughout the we
a committee of advisors told the fda today the altered salmon appears ton save but more testing may be needed. if the fda gives approveal it will be the first time the government has allowed a genetically modified animal to be for human consummation. >> thaing things are looking great around the bay area. in emeryville looking west, we can see fractured clouds along the coast not moving inland yet there. is mainly sunny skies today z it was very warm. there is a look at high temperatures....
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the fda is closed to approving genetically altered salmon for your dinner plate saying it poses no threat to the ecosystem or humanity. take a look at these fish. they're the same age but the bigger one is genetically engineered. they say their salmon can grow twice as fast as regularly farmed salmon. the company has been waiting for government approval for years. a variety of critics are coming out against it but some consumers say they're open to the idea. >> i would try it just to see what it tastes like. don't try, never know. yes, have a go. >> something genetically altered just to fit it on my menu and make someone happen? >> the genes from these frankenfish can be introduced into the wild because salmon can reproduce. >> the fda will hold public hearings on the issue and hand down their final decision in a couple of weeks. >> fishermen on some parts of the petaluma river will have to cast their lines somewhere else for the time being. the department of fish and game has banned fishing in an area where a tugboat leaked up to 600 gallons of fuel yesterday. the no fishing zone extends
the fda is closed to approving genetically altered salmon for your dinner plate saying it poses no threat to the ecosystem or humanity. take a look at these fish. they're the same age but the bigger one is genetically engineered. they say their salmon can grow twice as fast as regularly farmed salmon. the company has been waiting for government approval for years. a variety of critics are coming out against it but some consumers say they're open to the idea. >> i would try it just to see...
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fda has posted a safety review on line of the drug meridia. the date of release showed patients had a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. they pulled it in january and wanted outside experts to consider. >> americans are washing hands more often in public restrooms. experts secretly observed people in public restrooms in four cities including san francisco. they found 85% of people wash their hands and 77% from 2007. one thing hasn't changed, men are still, shall we say more careless with hygiene. 23% of men failed to wash compared to 7% of women. >> meteorologist mike nicco has more. >> not you of course, you wash. >> i was wondering how you were copping to me with that one. >> let's move on and talk if we can clean the sky of some of these clouds making for a beautiful picture with the low clouds hanging around the bay. some of the high clouds rolling in on the jetstream which is flying overhead. take one more perfect speck i have to looking to downtown san francisco. valleys would clear out by noon and the bay will clear out around 2:00
fda has posted a safety review on line of the drug meridia. the date of release showed patients had a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. they pulled it in january and wanted outside experts to consider. >> americans are washing hands more often in public restrooms. experts secretly observed people in public restrooms in four cities including san francisco. they found 85% of people wash their hands and 77% from 2007. one thing hasn't changed, men are still, shall we say more careless...
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and a bay area woman credits a popular breast cancer drug with extending her life as the fda studies it to see if it actually works. these stories and more an abc 7 news at 5:00. joey chestnut, the number one competitive eat ner america is licking his wounds after losing a chicken wing eating contest. >> what! >> yep. he was favored to win the eating competition in buffalo, new york. the champ devoured 169 chicken wings in 12 minutes but that was 12 wings short of sonya thomas there nicknamed the black widow. she took the title by taking down 187 wings. she often beats larger male competitives. only about 5 feet, 105 pounds as afternoon wards she say she was still hungry, ate 20 more. >> she did not. she's trying to build her own legend. >> come on! >> where does she put it! >> why aren't those sponsored like by malox. >> they need to be! one final look at our forecast. >> just sunshine. enjoy the warmth tot today. if you're having family and friends, it's a gorgeous day. wear the sun block. >> thank you for i don't think us on this labor oprah: "american idol" winner fantasia takes
and a bay area woman credits a popular breast cancer drug with extending her life as the fda studies it to see if it actually works. these stories and more an abc 7 news at 5:00. joey chestnut, the number one competitive eat ner america is licking his wounds after losing a chicken wing eating contest. >> what! >> yep. he was favored to win the eating competition in buffalo, new york. the champ devoured 169 chicken wings in 12 minutes but that was 12 wings short of sonya thomas there...
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the fda says new patients can use it only if they are unable to control their blood sugar with other medications. glasgow smith klein is the maker of that drug. >> did i hear someone say maybe triple digits for about a week now? >> summer's now here! >> a warming trend. eric, you have to spend some extra money to keep the house cool. i'll be with you there and so will a lot of people or heading to the coast to maybe jump in that 50 degree water. (laughter) >> let's take a look outside, show you what's going on. the water temperature about 56, 58 degrees in some areas. beautiful picture from south beach. looking back. you can see sutro tower, twin peak. hardly a cloud to be found in our sky. even as we look. that beautiful picture of ballmer peak looking back towards mount tamalpais. our air quality is going to be good wildfire with the hottest weather hitting this weekend, hopefully we will get away with this heat wave, get away without having to deal with any type of pollution problems. temperatures still in the 50s in the hills around los gatos. 59. but low to mid-60s most neighbor
the fda says new patients can use it only if they are unable to control their blood sugar with other medications. glasgow smith klein is the maker of that drug. >> did i hear someone say maybe triple digits for about a week now? >> summer's now here! >> a warming trend. eric, you have to spend some extra money to keep the house cool. i'll be with you there and so will a lot of people or heading to the coast to maybe jump in that 50 degree water. (laughter) >> let's take...
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the fda began debating whether to allow the salmon to be sold in stores and restaurants. regulators holding two days of hearings on this issue. the massachusetts company is pushing for approveal saying it's modified fish are safe and environmentally sustainable. critics say they can cause allergies in humans and harm the wild salmon population. taking a look at whether or not the fish should be labeled differently than wild salmon. >> coming up next, the algebra experience. experience. >> and man: we need a sofa. something i can stretch out on! woman: ooh... that will go with those lamps my mother gave us. or we could get some new lamps. or we could get no sofa. negotiating, eh? you got it! how about a nice home for our tv? how about doors to hide that drive-in theater? how about a cowhide rug? yee-haw! and the snacks? get their own place. let the marathon begin! >>> coming up at 6:00 a controversial approach to deal with homeless alcoholics. one city considers giving them a place to drink funded by your tax dollars. >> also, a accounting for the stimulus money. millions,
the fda began debating whether to allow the salmon to be sold in stores and restaurants. regulators holding two days of hearings on this issue. the massachusetts company is pushing for approveal saying it's modified fish are safe and environmentally sustainable. critics say they can cause allergies in humans and harm the wild salmon population. taking a look at whether or not the fish should be labeled differently than wild salmon. >> coming up next, the algebra experience. experience....
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the fda expressed concern after cedars-sinai in southern california admitted it had miss stickenly overdosed more than 200 patients giving some up to eight times normal dose. equivalent of 50,000 chest x rays. because of the concerns california lawmakers passed a bill to put new safety measures in place to protect patients from receiving too much radiation. the bill requires hospitals and other facilities to require actual level of radiation and to include that in the file as well as ct scan report. any dosage of 50% or more above normal has to be reported to the health department. the bill sets up a new accreditation program for technicians but does not provide money to pay for the training. >> we may be creating a big brother bureaucracy for something may be would be better solved by a bottom up, rather than a top down approach. >> this professor of radiology helped push for a radiation safety committee. still, he believes improved safety technology could soon solve problems without excessive regulation. >> this is last problem and up to the next problem. >> despite costs, doctor mindman b
the fda expressed concern after cedars-sinai in southern california admitted it had miss stickenly overdosed more than 200 patients giving some up to eight times normal dose. equivalent of 50,000 chest x rays. because of the concerns california lawmakers passed a bill to put new safety measures in place to protect patients from receiving too much radiation. the bill requires hospitals and other facilities to require actual level of radiation and to include that in the file as well as ct scan...
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regulators pulled it in january, fda will ask outside experts to consider whether to do the same. >> when we come back tonight, oprah was the place to be at 4:00. >> big, surprising start to her 25th the black widow spider's severe bite can cause coma and even death. the african black mamba can kill a man with one bite. but there's an even deadlier predator cigarettes, produced by big tobacco, which take a life every six point five seconds. don't be big tobacco's next victim. you can see barbara boxer. she fought to get our veterans the first full combat care center in california. her after school law's keeping a million kids off the street and out of gangs. and she's fighting every day to create new jobs. boxer: i'm working to make california the leader in clean energy, to jump-start our small businesses with tax credits and loans, to create thousands more california jobs. i'm barbara boxer and i approve this message because i want to see the words "made in america" again. >>> our coverage of the san bruno fire continues in half an hour. at 6:00 what are the chances of this happenin
regulators pulled it in january, fda will ask outside experts to consider whether to do the same. >> when we come back tonight, oprah was the place to be at 4:00. >> big, surprising start to her 25th the black widow spider's severe bite can cause coma and even death. the african black mamba can kill a man with one bite. but there's an even deadlier predator cigarettes, produced by big tobacco, which take a life every six point five seconds. don't be big tobacco's next victim. you...
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. >>> a former fda official who lead the drive to approve lasik laser eye surgery now calls it dangerous. he says half of the patients who have the procedure end up with serious side affects including blurred vision. in lasik, a thin flap of the outer cornea is lifted away. a laser flattens the inner cornea correcting the vision. critics say the cornea can develop scar tissue that causes vision problems that forces some patients to need glasses again. >> i don't think people understand, this is not like getting your nails done. >> my vision fluxuates very frequently. and i have to have new glasses constantly. >> the laser eye surgery industry says most lasik side affects are minor or temporary and complications are much lower with today's modern lasik procedure. >>> there is something remarkable to see in the night sky this evening. >> there is. sandhya patel is here to show it to us and tell you about it. >> that's right. you will not want to miss the super harvest moon. it is not going to come around again until dwo0 -- 2029. this was an hour ago. the autumnal equinox at 9:00 p.m. the
. >>> a former fda official who lead the drive to approve lasik laser eye surgery now calls it dangerous. he says half of the patients who have the procedure end up with serious side affects including blurred vision. in lasik, a thin flap of the outer cornea is lifted away. a laser flattens the inner cornea correcting the vision. critics say the cornea can develop scar tissue that causes vision problems that forces some patients to need glasses again. >> i don't think people...
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it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense of taste. ask your doctor about lovaza, the prescription that starts in the sea. >>> it all started as kind of a joke. 30 years ago a young wit named lisa birnbach looked at the argyle and l.l. bean-clad natives of her prep school and thought there's some rich material here. the result was the best-selling "the official preppy handbook" and now that style is back and for john berman that is a sign of the times. ♪ >> reporter: in these weak economic times, the world filled with dour moods, gray attitudes and dim outlooks what is the key to salvation? how do we find inspiration? and perha
it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense...
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it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense of taste. ask your doctor about lovaza the prescription that starts in the sea. host: could swtching to geico really save you fifteen percent or more on car insurance? was abe lincoln honest? mary: does this dress mae my backside look big? abe: perhaps... host: could switching to geico really save you fifteen percent or more on car insurance? host: is havng a snowball fight with pitching great randy johnson a bad idea? man: yeah, i'm thinking maybe this was a bad idea. ring ring. progresso. i look great in my wedding dress with the help of your amazing light soups. now we're adding even bi
it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense...
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it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense of taste. ask your doctor about lovaza, the prescription that starts in the sea. >>> if you're standing of the street corner, hollering that the government is poisoning our water, you may only get head shakes. on the radio, you might get a million listeners a year. that goes for alex jones. dan harris went to texas to find out if he believes what he says. >> are you for hitler or against? whatever they say is the opposite. they never tell the truth. >> reporter: to alex jones, the world is very dark place. >> america has been captured. america is being robbed. we are now being looted like
it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense...
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it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense of taste. ask your doctor about lovaza, the prescription that starts in the sea. ask your doctor about lovaza, challenge that with olay. in an independent study of 50,000 consumers presented by better homes and gardens, olay was voted best across facial cleansing and anti-aging categories. woman to woman - we think you'll agree. olay. cheerios could be your ticket to do it. big time. you could win a once in a lifetime chance to live your passion by choosing from t never-dreamed-possible prizes. from a customized v.i.p. vacion, to a hollywood red carpet experience, to cooking with a celebr
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it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense of taste. ask your doctor about lovaza, the prescription that starts in the sea. ask your doctor about lovaza, i love running my tongue across my teeth and feeling all the stuff i missed. [ male announcer ] no one really wants plaque left on their teeth, done. [ male announcer ] but ordinary manual brushes can leave up to 50% of plaque behind. oral-b power brushes are inspired by the tools professionals use, to clean away plaque in ways a manual brush can't. for that dentist-smooth, clean feeling every day. fight plaque with real power. oral-b power. get 50% off oral-b power brushes for a
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it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense of taste. ask your doctor about lovaza, the prescription that starts in the sea. key lime pie, pineapple upside down cake. no, i've actually lost weight... [ female announcer ] over 30 delicious flavors at around 100 calories each. [ wife ] babe... i gotta go. [ female announcer ] yoplait, it is so good. r every pink lid you send in, yoplait will donate 10 cents to susan g. komen for the cure. with your help, we've donated $25 million over 12 years. so let's continue to make a difference one lid at a time. : "nightline" continues from washington with terry moran. >>> a preacher threatenin
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. >>> also in medical news this morning, a stunning turnaround from a former fda official that pushed for the approval of lasik eye surgery. dr. morris wexler is now asking the government to issue strong warnings about lasik. more than one-third need glasses or contact lenses. the lasik industry insists side-effects are minor or temporary. >>> and now, for the latest in sports highlights, here, now, is espn news. >> good morning. i'm sara walsh with your espn news update. the battle for supremacy is on, as rivals face off against each other. bobby cox tipping his hats to the fans in philly. final game in the series there. oswalt dominating alex gonzalez. he had eight ks in this one. bottom of the eighth, scoreless. not anymore. raul ibanez lines one deep to left. that's just fair. jayson werth comes home to score. it's 1-0, phillies. brad lidge, pitching in the ninth. one on, two outs. and he gets martin prado to fly out to right to end the game. phillies win it, 1-0. >>> in the bronx, rays and yankees. delayed 2:11 due to heavy rain. bottom of the fifth. yankees down 2-0. lance berkm
. >>> also in medical news this morning, a stunning turnaround from a former fda official that pushed for the approval of lasik eye surgery. dr. morris wexler is now asking the government to issue strong warnings about lasik. more than one-third need glasses or contact lenses. the lasik industry insists side-effects are minor or temporary. >>> and now, for the latest in sports highlights, here, now, is espn news. >> good morning. i'm sara walsh with your espn news...
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it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense of taste. ask your doctor about lovaza, the prescription that starts in the sea. ask your doctor about lovaza, with olay challenge that. olay bodywash has 2 times the combined cleansers and moisturizers and 25 percent less water than the top selling bodywash. soft, smooth skin. with olay. i look great in my wedding dress with the help of your amazing light soups. now we're adding even bigger pieces of white-meat chicken. oh, so when's the big day? oh, we got married years ago. but the point is, i fit in it. well, good for you. [ male announcer ] progresso. you gotta taste this soup. shoul
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it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense of taste. ask your doctor about lovaza, the prescription that starts in the sea. [ male announcer ] at ge capital, we're out there every day with clients like jetblue -- financing their fleet, sharing our expertise, and working with people who are changing the face of business in america. after 25 years in the aviation business, i kind of feel like if you're not having fun at what you do, then you've got the wrong job. my landing was better than yours. no, it wasn't. yes, it was. was not. yes, it was. what do you think? take one of the big ones out? nah. heartburn that keeps coming back?
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an fda investigation found towers of manure, bug and rodent infestations. they had positive test results for salmonella in the two years before the outbreak. >> prosecutors in los angeles county are warning there may be more arrests as the investigation into allegations of fraud in the town of belle moves forward. police arrested eight current and past city officials yesterday. they're accused of embezzle be millions from taxpayers. many residents cheered as news of the arrests swept through the working class southern california community. >> very excited because justice has prevailed. >> i'm ecstatic. i'm glad. it's about time they caught on. >> makes me so happy. >> former city manager is considered the ringleader of the scandal. he was paid nearly $800,000 a year. that's twice as much as the president of the u.s. is paid. and the average income of folks living in belle about $40,000. >> so they were making a lot of money. just as much as mike nicco. >> well. i get paid in sunshine. that's why i make a lot of money today. take a look outside, show you wha
an fda investigation found towers of manure, bug and rodent infestations. they had positive test results for salmonella in the two years before the outbreak. >> prosecutors in los angeles county are warning there may be more arrests as the investigation into allegations of fraud in the town of belle moves forward. police arrested eight current and past city officials yesterday. they're accused of embezzle be millions from taxpayers. many residents cheered as news of the arrests swept...
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lipitor is a cholesterol-lowering medication that is fda approved to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in patients who have heart disease or risk factors for heart disease. lipitor is backed by over 18 years of research. lipitor is not for everyone, including people with liver problems and women who are nursing, pregnant, or may become pregnant. you need simple blood tests to check for liver problems. tell your doctor if you are taking other medications, or if you have any muscle pain or weakness. this may be a sign of a rare but serious side effect. dean will never forget what he went through. don't take your health for granted. [ male announcer ] have a heart to heart with your doctor about your risk. and about lipitor. stay twice... earn a free night! two separate stays at comfort inn or any of these choice hotels can earn you a free night -- only when you book at choicehotels.com. can earn you a free night -- vo: it's america's egg farmers who feed millions in need... vo: ....it's families who are active in their communities... ...and it's kids who learn the value of nut
lipitor is a cholesterol-lowering medication that is fda approved to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in patients who have heart disease or risk factors for heart disease. lipitor is backed by over 18 years of research. lipitor is not for everyone, including people with liver problems and women who are nursing, pregnant, or may become pregnant. you need simple blood tests to check for liver problems. tell your doctor if you are taking other medications, or if you have any muscle pain...
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the fda says it's no immediate health risk to babies. a web link is set up where you can enter a lot number on a can of formula to see if it's recalled. you can find that on our website abc7news.com. click on "see it on tv." they will provide a full refund. >> it is 4:51. let's check with the forecast and see why frances is so happy. >> i think it's the warm weather. what do you think? >> a lot of people jumping for joy. >> our biggest chance to enjoy because we're going to extend it not only through the weekend but before the weekend and after the weekend. you see it after work saturday and sunday. you'll be able to partake in this warm weather, also. a look down. almost a full moon outside. you can see it kind of illuminating the thinness. a little humidity around the boundary layer. where that is is where the cold air is sunk down and kind of captured the atmosphere. talk about those temperatures and how cool they are. 45 santa rosa, redwood city and los gatos at 49. low to mid-50s through most neighborhoods until you get to oakland a
the fda says it's no immediate health risk to babies. a web link is set up where you can enter a lot number on a can of formula to see if it's recalled. you can find that on our website abc7news.com. click on "see it on tv." they will provide a full refund. >> it is 4:51. let's check with the forecast and see why frances is so happy. >> i think it's the warm weather. what do you think? >> a lot of people jumping for joy. >> our biggest chance to enjoy because...
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the fda's action as teens admit abuse. >>> and getting higher. what sent gold prices to an all-time record high? it's wednesday, september 15th. >>> from abc news, this is "world news now." >> well, see you know what? that's good news. the price of gold is up, but we're still going to get you that gold gift for your anniversary on friday. we're still going to chip in and do that for you. >> the gold watch? >> despite the prices. gold something. >> don't worry. i'm going to pawn it now that i've seen this story. >> vegas is good for that. good morning. i'm rob nelson. >> i'm vinita nair. tea party candidates have ridden a wave of voter angry to victory. >> in delaware and new york, there were upset wins by two long-shot candidates. but a new hampshire race is still very close. john hendren has the latest from washington. good morning, john. >> reporter: good morning, vinita and rob. tea partiers partied extra hard in delaware. that's where outsider christine o'donnell defeated longtime congressman mike castle. castle hadn't faced a hotly contested
the fda's action as teens admit abuse. >>> and getting higher. what sent gold prices to an all-time record high? it's wednesday, september 15th. >>> from abc news, this is "world news now." >> well, see you know what? that's good news. the price of gold is up, but we're still going to get you that gold gift for your anniversary on friday. we're still going to chip in and do that for you. >> the gold watch? >> despite the prices. gold something....
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it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense of taste. ask your doctor about lovaza, the prescription that starts in the sea. [ male announcer ] we asked zyrtec® users what they love about their allergy relief, and what it lets them do. the thing i love most about zyrtec® is that it allows me to be outside. [ male announcer ] we bet you'll love zyrtec®, too -- or it's free. [ vonetta ] it is countdown to marshmallow time. [ woman laughs ] >>> we do have a passing to report tonight. a member of the little rock nine, jefferson thomas, played a role in a pivotal moment of the civil rights movement as one of nine black teens who brav
it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense...
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it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense of taste. ask your doctor about lovaza, the prescription that starts in the sea. ask your doctor about lovaza, copd doesn't just make it hard to breathe... it makes it hard to do a lot of things. and i'm a guy who likes to go exploring ... get my hands dirty... and try new things. so i asked my doctor if spiriva could help me breathe better. spiriva is the only once-daily inhaled maintenance treatment for both forms of copd... which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. spiriva keeps my airways open... to help me breathe better for a full 24 hours. and it's not a steroid. spiriva doe
it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense...
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. >> and fda gets set to determine the fate of a popular breast cancer drug. >> and there has been a number of mountain lion sightings in northern california tonight a goat in butte county. >> and he says the early wake up call turned into an experience he won't soon forget. >> his goat butter milk being attacked by a loan i lion. >> she was just swaying with mazing intensity in the face of this mountain lion. our next move just to start -- she started running around into just whooping it up. and hitting her. it was amazing how she just laid into him. >> oh my. >> butter mill sk recovering nicely. and the two have been inseparable since that attack. boy taking on a mountain lion? >> butter milk owes poppy. you know who your friends are. >> poppy to the rescue. >> absolutely. world news is up next. i'm cheryl jennings.
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it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense of taste. ask your doctor about lovaza, the prescription that starts in the sea. so i couldn't always do what i wanted to do. but five minutes ago, i took symbicort, and symbicort is already helping significantly improve my lung function. so, today, i've noticed a significant difference in my breathing. and i'm doing more of what i want to do. so we're clear -- it doesn't replace a rescue inhaler for sudden symptoms. my doctor said symbicort is for copd, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. it should not be taken more than twice a day. symbicort may increase your risk of lung infec
it's the only omega-3 medication that's fda-approved. you can't get it at a health food store. lovaza isn't right for everyone. tell your doctor if you're allergic to fish, have other medical conditions and about any medications you're taking, especially those that may increase risk of bleeding. blood tests are needed before and during treatment. in some, ldl or bad cholesterol may increase. possible side effects include burping, infection, flu-like symptoms, upset stomach, and change in sense...
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it will give the fda more enforcement power. a vote on the food safety bill is being held up -- blocked by a republican from oklahoma who objects to the projected cost. in san jose, abc 7 news. >>> david, thank you. it appears prosecutors are changing strategy in the kidnapping of jaycee dugard. a defense attorney says prosecutors are trying to get a grand jury to indict suspects phillip and nancy garrido and said the indictment may have been handed down. prosecutors simply waiting to complete paper work before announcing it. the garridos pled not guilty to kidnapping jaycee dugard and keeping her hidden near antioch until she's found in august, last year. >> in san jose, district attorney, police department and independent auditor are investigating a san jose motorcycle officer. this follows claims he pretended to arrest his step daughter's 15-year-old boyfriend after the two teenagers were caught having sex. witnesses say the officer handcuffed the boy and had his hand on his gun most of the time. >> he made comments like "you
it will give the fda more enforcement power. a vote on the food safety bill is being held up -- blocked by a republican from oklahoma who objects to the projected cost. in san jose, abc 7 news. >>> david, thank you. it appears prosecutors are changing strategy in the kidnapping of jaycee dugard. a defense attorney says prosecutors are trying to get a grand jury to indict suspects phillip and nancy garrido and said the indictment may have been handed down. prosecutors simply waiting to...