FDA Consumer - January-February 2001

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In a message dated 1/2/01 2:37:33 PM Eastern Standard Time,

mhevey@... writes:

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> * Genetically engineered fish--Summarizes the latest

> research into using biotechnology to create " transgenic animals "

> that grow to market weight in much shorter timeframes.

>

Now what would they do with these throw them back into the sea?

Have to read this article. Thanks Maurice. I am very interested in this

stuff.

Should see how they re-populate lobsters.......amazing.

Jackie

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For those list members that might be interested the

January-February 2001 issue of FDA Consumer, available now at

http://www.fda.gov/fdac/101_toc.html.

This issue has articles on the following topics:

* Genetically engineered fish--Summarizes the latest

research into using biotechnology to create " transgenic animals "

that grow to market weight in much shorter timeframes.

* Fighting the flu--Explains how this seasonal disease is

spread and advises that even January is not too late to get a

flu shot.

* Antibiotic resistance--Discusses how people can become

infected with bacteria that resist treatment with antibiotic

drugs.

* PPA in cold and cough drugs--Advises consumers to stop

using over-the-counter and prescription drugs containing

phenylpropanolamine (PPA), following reports of stroke risk.

* Hair dyes and straighteners--Gives tips on the safe use

of these cosmetic products.

* International flow of food--Explains FDA's growing

responsibilities for the safety of imported food products.

The issue also includes a commentary on clinical trials, a

report on a major regulatory action against a dietary supplement

producer, and the " fda.gov " column, which reviews four

health-related Websites.

Maurice

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