Drug lag Part II U S patients seek new drugs abroad for relief
Debra Iverson of Stillwater Minnesota illustrates a broader pattern as about 1,000 Americans travel to Canada each year for chymopapain injections to treat lumbar disc sciatica. The drug, not approved in the United States, is available overseas amid FDA caution, questions about effectiveness and rare shock reactions. Baxter Travenol develops the drug. trials continue in U S and Canada while doctors warn surgery is avoidable for many patients.
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Shields defends anti-smoking ads amid actor past roles
Washington AP report notes Brooke Shields defended her government anti smoking campaign work as not acting, contrasting with teen prostitute and shipwrecked roles. Rep Don Ritter seized on her youth to question influence on teens while Shields insisted the ads were her own stance against smoking. The News Frederick MD June 39 1981.
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VA hospitals cite chymopapain ineffectiveness vs placebo 1975
The three Veterans Administration hospitals in 1975 said chymopapain was no more effective than a placebo and the FDA banned its use pending further analysis. Critics charge the study had few patients and poor selection, with injections by inexperienced surgeons and a possibly active placebo saline solution. Next: Prospects Brighten for Drug Approval.
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Frederick Hagerstown area hosts Beltone Hearing Aid Service Center at Dr Snow s in Frederick from 11 to 3 30 pm Tuesday. A factory trained hearing aid specialist offers free electronic tests and on the spot service for all, not limited to Beltone users. Call 98 9199 for a free home appointment.
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