First U.S. venture to broker kidneys sparks policy debate
A Virginia doctor proposes International Kidney Exchange Ltd to broker kidneys from global donors for U.S. transplants. The plan seeks donor payments up to 10,000 dollars, with federal costs for removal and a disputed legal status. Critics warn against marketized organs and call for stricter legislation.
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Depression treatment and teen acne questions answered
The columnist advises seeking professional help for persistent low mood and explains antidepressant variability. He notes that conditions may stem from brain chemical balances and that several medications exist, with side effects guiding the choice. He also debunks chocolate causing acne, recommends benzoyl peroxide options, and suggests seeing a dermatologist if OTC treatments fail.
Transplants Rise in U S Due to New Drugs and Matching
The number of organ transplants in the United States has climbed sharply as improved drugs like cyclosporine reduce rejection. Enhanced tissue matching and better monitoring contribute to higher success rates for transplant surgeries.
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United States
Jacobs
U.S
Europe
Asia
Digestive Diseases Impact Hospital Admissions and Mortality
The 1982 First Annual Report of the National Digestive Diseases Advisory Board notes stomach ailments account for 15 percent of general hospital admissions and 30 percent of cancer deaths per tumor registries. Studies also show these diseases cause about 10 percent of total illness days among adults.
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