Mammography cuts breast cancer death rate in older women
A five year study by the National Cancer Institute and the American Cancer Society finds mammography plus physical exam reduction of breast cancer deaths by 30 percent in women over 50. Screenings may also lower deaths among women 35 to 49.
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Mailing drugs still allowed in postal policy change
AP reports postal officials dropped a 1980 proposal to curb mailing prescription drugs while urging Congress to clarify the rules. The Postal Service and DEA note that unions and associations distribute medicines to members, but a century-old statute may not cover direct mail to patients. Davis says mailing by druggists or doctors to patients likely serves public interest yet is not in law.
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U S Marines to land in Australia for joint exercise
The Pentagon announced Freedom Pennant 82, a joint U S Australia exercise starting July 8 near Perth at Lancelin Training Area. About 2 900 U S Marines and 1 600 Navy personnel will participate through July 31 with 150 Australian Army defenders.
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