FDA Consumer magazine, July-August 2001

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Volume 35, Number 4July-August 2001

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FDA Approves Gleevec for Leukemia TreatmentThe FDA has approved a new oral treatment for people with a rare, life-threatening form of cancer under its "accelerated approval" regulations.

Taking the Bite Out of Fleas and TicksIn one day, a single flea can bite your cat or dog more than 400 times and transmit serious diseases. Fortunately, fleas (and ticks) are getting easier to control.

Cover Story:Food Allergies: When Food Becomes the EnemyEating a peanut butter sandwich or drinking a glass of milk can leave some with food allergies vomiting, gasping for breath-or worse.

Growing Bones: Bone Expansion Treats Facial DeformitiesGrowing bone in the jaws using special devices has become one of the newest ways to correct facial deformities, especially in children.

Understanding Vaccine SafetySmallpox, polio, measles and other serious illnesses are becoming a fading memory thanks to effective vaccination programs. But don't let these successes fool you.

Hepatitis C: An UpdateFor some, the hepatitis C virus is deadly. But for many of the nearly 4 million Americans infected with the virus, it is not life-threatening.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Poorly Understood DisorderIt's the most common gastrointestinal disorder seen by doctors. However, for years, many thought IBS was a psychological condition, rather than a physical one.

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Observations A message from the editor of FDA Consumer.. Updates The latest information on FDA-related issues, gathered from FDA Press Releases, Talk Papers, and other sources. fda.gov Places of interest on FDA's Website and other government and health-related sites. Summaries of Court Actions There are no cases to report in this issue. Investigators' Reports Selected cases illustrating regulatory and administrative actions--such as inspections, recalls, seizures, and court proceedings--by FDA's regional and district offices across the country. The Last Word Commentary: Living with food allergies.

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