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A recent study suggests that this pharmacovigilance project may add significantly to Food and Drug Administration and drug company efforts.

Increasing public awareness of a medical condition makes it more likely that patients seek treatment, but creating name recognition is complicated.

Research suggests that unless these conditions are addressed, headaches will not get better.

The agency is seeking appropriate ways to reach patients with vital information on the risks and benefits of certain drugs.

Studies of patients experiencing back and leg pain suggest that postponing an operation most likely does no harm, and some do just as well without surgery.