Think tanks dispute report on industry funded FDA critique
Public Citizen says conservative think tanks received at least 3.5 million from drug and tobacco firms over four years to push a less regulated FDA. The study cites Eli Lilly Procter & Gamble Bristol-Myers Squibb and SmithKline Beecham as top donors and names AEI Cato Institute Heritage Hudson Progress and Washington Legal Foundation among fund recipients.
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Defense rests in Whitewater trial of Arkansas bankers
Defense for Hill and Branscom wraps up after 19 witnesses as jurors prepare to hear instructions. Prosecutors allege the Perryville bankers used bank funds to reimburse campaign donations and conceal cash withdrawals tied to Clinton's 1990 gubernatorial campaign. Deliberations follow 21 days of testimony.
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Nose drops relieve migraines in small study
A U S study in The Journal of the American Medical Association reports lidocaine nose drops provided long lasting relief for about a third of 53 migraine patients, with 10 more showing rapid relief but relapsing soon. Experts questioned long term value and study flaws were noted by several researchers.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
Baiji Dolphin Dies At Yangtze Reserve
A 10 year old Daiji dolphin died June 23 after swimming into a protective net at Tianerzhou Nature Reserve on the Yangtze River in Hubei. Fewer than 100 of the species remain, and Chinese scientists say extinction is likely despite efforts to save the ancient freshwater dolphin.
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Wife charged in man's death in New York
Gail Murphy, 46, bedridden after hemorrhoid surgery, shot her husband Edward Murphy 47 as he returned home with friends and a cooler of beer after fishing. She was ordered held without bail on murder and weapons charges and is set for a Thursday hearing.
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Christie Whitman Tested for Lyme Disease Amid Flu Like Illness
New Jersey Governor Christie Whitman underwent a blood test to determine if a month long flu like illness is Lyme disease. She reported fatigue joint pains and fever but plans a full work schedule. the test results will take a few days. Whitman, a Republican, has been mentioned as a possible Dole running mate.
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Minister opposes prayer amendment in public schools
Washington AP reports Rep Henry Hyde argues for a constitutional amendment to guarantee student prayer in public schools while opponents warn the measure may curb religious freedom. Witnesses urge Congress to clarify First Amendment guarantees amid court interpretations.
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Dole Starts Campaign Ads Tour in Russell Kansas
Bob Dole toured his hometown with his film crew shooting fall campaign ads and a convention video. He bantered with reporters about progress on an economic plan including a tax cut and regulatory reform, aiming for a strong credible package ready before the GOP convention.
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Cholera cases rise in United States study shows
Federal researchers say US cholera cases increased from 1965 to 1994 with 160 cases reported 1992 to 1994. Most came from travelers and outbreaks aboard a Latin America bound jet and a southeast Asia cruise ship. Individual traveler risk remains very low.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
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