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Way to Treat Rare Genetic Disease Found
May help treat disorder that destroys neurological, immune systems
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Toothpaste Ingredient Guards Against Skin Cancer
Antibacterial also found in mouthwash helps kill off damaged cells
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Breast Cancer Drug May Do Double Duty
Toremifene shows promise against prostate cancer, researchers report
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Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 19, 2004

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Hepatitis C Ups Risk of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Those exposed to virus six times more likely to develop cancer
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New 'Superaspirin' Prevents Colon Cancer in Mice
And it works without causing gastrointestinal bleeding, a new study finds.
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Apple Skins Might Keep Colon Cancer Away
Second study finds gout drug could offer similar benefits.
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Health Highlights: Oct. 19, 2004


FYI
Health Tip: Get Enough Riboflavin
Helps maintain healthy metabolism

Health Tip: Find the Hidden Sugar
Not always obvious on ingredient label

Health Tip: How Dry I Am
Fight dry mouth

Health Tip: Avoid Hot Tub Rash
Make sure the tub is well maintained

Health Tip: Ladder Safety
Avoid the pitfalls

FDA Approvals
Partial Arftificial Heart Approved
For patients awaiting transplant

Implanted Medical-Records Chip Approved
Key information travels with you

Abilify Wins Approval for Bipolar Disorder
Calms uncontrolled mania

New Opioid Painkiller Approved
Labeling warns of potential for abuse

Nonprescription Defibrillators Approved
To regulate abnormal heartbeat


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