FDA bars marketing of early cancer detection aids
The FDA said only qualified investigators may use controlled experimental aids and no such diagnostic tools are marketed yet. A spokesman stated that telegraphic notices caution against premature release as a preventive measure, with screening products including a blood test for carcinoembryonic antigens indicating cancer potential.
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FDA
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Food and Drug Administration
Pill linked to strokes in young women study finds
A two year study from 12 major teaching hospitals coordinated by Duke University Medical Center links oral contraceptives to higher stroke risk in women of childbearing age. The analysis of nearly 1300 women shows cerebral thrombosis risk nearly tenfold and doubled cerebral hemorrhage risk, with smoking intensifying the danger.
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Boston
New England Journal of Medicine
Duke University Medical Center
Martin P. Veasey
Vessey
Polio immunity drops alarm officials
Atlanta officials warn polio immunity among American children is decreasing with potential outbreaks. Dr. John Witte of CDC notes vaccination rates fall below 63 percent in ages 1 to 4, down from 74 percent in 1965, with private physician care causing disparities between social groups. Public programs for low income keep these groups steadier.
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Atlanta
Center For Disease Control
John Witte
Federal Disease Center
United States
Witte
The
Disease Center
Center
Bureau of
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