Zapping nerves offers promising high blood pressure relief
A study of about 100 patients shows renal nerve ablation using radio waves lowers systolic pressure by 33 points on average, outperforming common drugs. Doctors see potential as a lasting option for diabetics and others at high risk, with improved blood sugar noted as an extra benefit.
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Senate vote advances far reaching food safety bill
The Senate approved moving forward on a broad food safety bill with 74 votes in favor and 25 against. Supporters argue the FDA would gain powers to curb foodborne illnesses, while Sen. Coburn objected to the bill's $1.4 billion cost not being offset.
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Merck drug anacetropil boosts good cholesterol records
Anacetropil, under study by Merck, raised HDL to record highs and lowered LDL to unprecedented lows in a 30,000 patient trial. Brigham and Women's Hospital's Dr Christopher Cannon led the study, with excitement at the American Heart Association conference in Chicago. Merck plans years of testing to see if event reductions follow.
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