FDA advisers back arthritis drug Arava with menopause warning
The FDA advisory panel unanimously recommended approval of Arava or leflunomide for rheumatoid arthritis, noting it works as well as methotrexate and slows disease progression, but cautioned use by women who have not yet reached menopause due to safety concerns.
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Qualcomm fixes security flaw in Eudora email program
San Diego based Qualcomm Inc repaired a flaw that allowed hackers to ruin data or plant a virus on computers running Eudora. The fix, to be posted on Qualcomm’s World Wide Web site by Friday, followed discovery by Phar Lap Software in Massachusetts. Managers stressed no program is 100 percent safe as hackers continue to pose risks.
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North Platte mayor offers nude walk to boost fundraiser
North Platte Mayor Jim Whitaker sparked national attention by proposing to walk naked during the Fall Fun Fest if the Pasitive Partners Humane Society raises 5000 dollars by September 12. He later said he would not go nude, amid local and media chatter.
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Downey Jr Wins Praise Yet Probation Stays Unlifted
Malibu California AP judge keeps Robert Downey Jr probation restrictions in place despite progress in drug rehabilitation. Laurence Mira warns of prison risk for violations and orders next progress report for December 7.
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DNA tests may verify Clinton Lewinsky relationship
Scientists explain DNA as the unique code in human cells and its use in investigations. A stain on Monica Lewinsky's dress is being tested for DNA to compare with President Clinton, though he has not provided a sample. Experts note DNA testing' reliability and concerns over contamination and sample handling.
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