Scientists test stroke vaccine in rats
Researchers from Thomas Jefferson University report an oral vaccine that prompts antibodies against the NMDA receptor, reducing brain injury after stroke or seizures in rats. In trials, immunized rats showed a 20 percent seizure rate versus 70 percent in controls, with 70 percent less damage after induced stroke.
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Washington
Science
Medical School of Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia
Matthew During
Jefferson
Candles May Emit Lead, Study Finds in Washington
A Public Citizen report tested 285 candles in the Washington area and found 86 with stiffened wicks containing metal, nine at high lead levels. Lead residues in burning candles could raise exposure for children under six.
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Washington (Ap
Washington
Sidney Wolfe
China
Taiwan
Canada
United States
Wolfe
U.S
Consumer Product Safety Commission
FDA warns diabetics to avoid five herbal products
The FDA says five Chinese herbal products illegally contain prescription diabetes drugs glyburide and phenformin, risking dangerous blood sugar drops. California officials note hypoglycemia incidents among users and urge diabetics to avoid the products and consult physicians. Affected items include Diabetes Hypoglucose Capsules from Chinese Angel and related Sino American Health Products imports.
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Washington
Food and Drug Administration
California
Health Department
FDA
Angel “Health Products
Santa Monica
Calif
Sino American Health Products Inc
Tol‘rance
Tongyitang Diabetes Angel -Pearl
Tongyitang Diabetes
Sino American
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