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Double drug combo could shut down abnormal blood vessel growth
A new study by researchers at Weill Cornell Medical College shows combining two already-FDA approved drugs may offer a new and potent punch against diseases in which blood vessel growth is abnormal - such as cancer, diabetic retinopathy,...
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Large lung cancer study shows potential for more targeted therapies
A nationwide consortium of scientists has reported the first comprehensive genetic analysis of squamous cell carcinoma of the lung, a common type of lung cancer responsible for about 400,000 deaths each year. "We found...
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Boehringer Ingelheim and the ETH Zurich announce diabetes and obesity research collaboration
Boehringer Ingelheim, the Institute of Molecular Health Science and the Institute of Food, Nutrition and Health of the ETH Zurich will collaborate to achieve new insights into the development of diabetes and obesity. The joint...
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Roche committed to innovation and growth
Roche gave an update on its strategy, which continues to be focused on medical innovation and sustainable growth. Through its leadership in personalised healthcare, Roche is uniquely positioned to develop therapies that advance current standards...
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Possible therapy for tamoxifen-resistant breast cancer identified
A study by researchers at the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC - James) has discovered how tamoxifen-resistant breast-cancer cells grow and proliferate. It also...
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Chocolate: A sweet method for stroke prevention in men?
Eating a moderate amount of chocolate each week may be associated with a lower risk of stroke in men, according to a new study published in the August 29, 2012, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of...
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Omission of aspirin from antiplatelet regimen: The WOEST study
Lifelong anticoagulation is necessary for the prevention of stroke in patients with rhythm disturbances and with mechanical valves. Patients who have a coronary stent implanted also need the antiplatelet drugs aspirin and clopidogrel to...
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