Winds hamper Spain cleanup as Prestige oil spill widens
High winds up to 60 mph slow shoreline cleanup and seafood salvage after the tanker Prestige sank 150 miles off Spain with about 1.6 million gallons of heavy fuel oil. Four slicks are reported near the wreck with estimates of 180 miles of coastline contaminated and $42 million in losses. authorities hope oil will solidify and limit damage.
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FDA panel backs new wheelchair with stairs climbing
An FDA advisory panel unanimously recommended the iBOT 3000 Mobility System for sale with limits. Issued prescriptions and required training would accompany sales to ensure safe operation of the device that can climb stairs and shift to four wheel drive.
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iBOT Wheelchair Aims to Redefine Mobility Across Steps
The FDA reviews the iBOT wheelchair designed to climb stairs and reach eye level. Four equal wheels rotate to roll up and down steps, controlled by a joystick with balance sensing. It targets users with arm use and is expected to cost about $29,000 for teenagers and adults.
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German doctor conducts public autopsy in Britain
In London an unnamed German professor conducts Britain's first public autopsy in 170 years at an East End art venue. He charges spectators 19 dollars, says he has the deceased's family's permission, and a TV crew plans to broadcast edited footage despite police cautions.
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Drug shows tumor shrinkage in early antiangiogenesis trial
In Frankfurt the unnamed anti-angiogenic drug reduced tumor size by more than half in six of 23 terminal cancer patients in early human tests. Six patients saw >50% shrinkage. five stabilized. Researchers led by Dr. Eric Raymond of Gustave Roth Institute called results promising though not proven.
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Gustave- Roussy Institute
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France
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Jaap Verweij
Erasmus University
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