London study disputes Pill breast cancer link
London researchers presented preliminary data on oral contraceptives and breast cancer risk, suggesting the pill may not raise risk and could even offer protection against benign breast disease. Experts urged caution, noting short follow up and ongoing studies, with many women using the pill worldwide.
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Quiet World calmative claims to ease mental and physical tension
An advertisement promotes Quiet World as a simple calmative that relieves physical aches with a full dose of pain relievers while soothing nervous tension. The copy stresses it is not a tranquilizer and emphasizes a 3 component formula designed to calm the mind and relax the body.
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Cancer virus like particles found in human milk study
At the second National Conference on Breast Cancer in Los Angeles researchers reported that particles resembling cancer viruses found in mice and monkeys were detected in human milk samples. Independent labs noted virus-like particles in milk from 44 women over five years, especially where relatives had breast cancer. Mormon women showed lower frequencies. Further work cautioned that these particles are not proven viruses.
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Debts Drive Doctors Away From Poor Areas
San Francisco panel heard minority medical students avoid returning to their communities due to high educational debt. Dave Wren of UC Berkeley testified on loan costs as a barrier, urging 5 percent loan forgiveness. Dr Julius Krevans of the University of San Francisco urged incentives for service in underserved regions amid a physician shortfall.
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