Fighting in Ramadi as two Americans die in Iraq
Heavy clashes surge around Ramadi with police and hospital reports of two U.S. soldiers killed in the area. In Baghdad a public minibus bombing killed at least five and wounded eight, while a Baathist commission official was slain. The U.S. toll rises to 1,912.
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Genentech halts enrollment in Avastin ovarian cancer trial
Genentech stopped enrolling women in a phase study of Avastin for ovarian cancer after five of 44 patients developed gastrointestinal holes, higher than expected. The trial planned 53 patients. current participants may continue or withdraw after FDA consultation. Avastin has FDA approval for colon cancer and is being explored for prostate, kidney, and pancreatic cancers.
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TOEFL reform sparks anxiety for international students
In Boston the TOEFL debuts a new Internet based test with a speaking component and integrated reading writing and speaking tasks. ETS says the changes aim to better measure communication skills while many Asian students worry their instruction focused on reading and grammar may leave them at a disadvantage.
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Medicare drug benefit plans expand options for seniors
The Bush administration approved 10 insurers to offer nationwide prescription drug coverage under Medicare starting January 1. Additional companies gain regional approval, giving beneficiaries at least 11 plans to choose from in many states, with larger states like New York having multiple options.
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Iowa Medicare Drug Plans Ahead of Parade Feature
The Gazette reports Texas beneficiaries may choose from 20 Medicare drug plans as private insurers offer varied coverage options. Marketing starts Saturday Oct 1 with enrollment beginning Nov 15.
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