controversial chemicals

The bad news for health and medicine in 2008? A popular blockbuster drug showed signs that it may not be as effective as doctors believed; more studies revealed the dangers of chemicals found in children's toys; and more Americans were seeking therapy to get over bad news on other fronts. The good news? Congress is moving to get rid of those controversial chemicals; cancer rates are falling because people are lighting up less and kids may have stopped gaining so much around the middle. A look back at the top health stories of 2008:

Congressional supporters of a new law meant to protect children from dangerous chemicals are trying to make sure that the government enforces the legislation as they intended.