Mammography adds no survival edge over physical exams alone
A large Canadian trial finds annual mammograms for women over 50 did not reduce breast cancer deaths compared with thorough annual physical breast examinations. With 39,405 participants aged 50 to 59, deaths were 107 in the mammography group and 105 in the physical exam group after follow up.
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Mammograms Do Not Raise Survival With Exams Alone
A study of 39,405 women aged 50 to 59 followed 13 years finds annual mammograms plus physical exams do not lower deaths from cancer compared with physical exams alone. Initial screening found 267 invasive cancers and in-place tumors were also counted. results come from Journal of the National Cancer AP Institute.
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Daniel C. Sullivan
National Cancer Institute
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Baines
FDA to require warnings on antibiotics overuse risks
The FDA proposed warnings on antibiotic labels to curb overprescribing and improper use that fuel resistance. Experts warn germs are increasingly immune to drugs like penicillin and even vancomycin, reducing treatable infections. Labels would advise on necessity and patient counseling, with direct consumer guidance under consideration.
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Food and Drug Administration
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Jane Henney
Army Ad Council launch three year campaign to finish school
The Army and Advertising Council, with the Department of Education, launched a three year public service ad effort aimed at teens aged 12 to 14 to promote schooling completion. Army Secretary Louis Caldera said the program is not a recruiting drive, but a long term investment in youth education with annual funding around 1.5 to 2 million dollars.
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Army
Advertising Council
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