Painkiller may be next wonder drug
New class of painkillers called Cox-2 inhibitors may replace common NSAIDs with fewer stomach risks. Celebra, from Monsanto Searle, could outsell Viagra and reach $4 billion in annual sales, as patients seek faster relief and fewer side effects. Regulatory review aims for a six month expedited path.
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Wayward doctors still in practice
CHICAGO AP More doctors faced sex offense discipline, yet nearly half could return to practice. From 1989 to 1996, actions rose 42 to 147, with over 25 percent restricting licenses or imposing probation. By March 1997 about 40 percent were back practicing, study says. Dr Sidney M Wolfe notes many patients unaware of past misconduct. Of 761 disciplined 1981–1996, 75 percent involved patients. Wrongdoing spanned rape and trading favors for drugs. other cases affected staff. Discipline varied by specialty.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
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Public Citizen's Health Research Group
Washington
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Klan plans rally in scarred Texas town
The Ku Klux Klan plans a rally next week outside Jasper courthouse to dissociate from three white suspects in the James Byrd Jr. death. Authorities fear violence as about 20 hooded members may attend. Sheriff Bowles urged Jasper residents not to attend. The rally is set for June 27 with no parade permit required.
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Russia pushes Yugoslavia to talk to ethnic Albanians
Moscow pressured Yugoslavia to resume talks with Kosovo Albanian leaders. Milosevic promised dialogue and monitoring access while NATO pressure and street violence persisted. Albanian militants demanded foreign mediation as clashes continued and refugees numbered about 65,000.
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Woodward verdict upheld clears way home to England
Massachusetts high court ruled Judge Zobel acted within his rights to reduce a second degree murder conviction to manslaughter and time served. Louise Woodward can return to England as a convicted felon while the parents press a wrongful death suit for unspecified damages. Prosecutors say no further appeals. The case generated sharp public debate over working moms and childcare.
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England
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Ms. Woodward
Atlantic
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Schools Debate Violence Prevention Tactics After Springfield Tragedy
In Springfield Oregon a 15 year old student is accused of killing two classmates and injuring 22, prompting a national debate on school security. President Clinton urged constructive action as Education Secretary Riley and Attorney General Reno prepare an early warning guide.
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Springfield
Ore
Jamon Kent
Mr. Kent
Clinton
Thurston High School
Richard Riley
Janet Reno
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