Daily News Roundup

Wednesday, June 1st, 2011

Birth-Control Pills Face Safety Review
WASHINGTON—The Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday it is conducting a safety review of certain types of birth-control pills to see if they increase the risk of blood clots beyond that of other pills. (Wall Street Journal)

Does work interfere with breastfeeding?
The sooner a new mother goes back to work after giving birth, the less likely she is to breastfeed her baby, according to a U.S. study. (Reuters)

SPF15 sun cream ‘not strong enough’
People should use stronger sun cream to protect against cancer, a medical journal has warned. (BBC)

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