Invisible ailment weakens bones in elderly study finds
LOS ANGELES AP a condition called osteoporosis causes a million broken bones yearly among older Americans. A society urged daily exercise calcium rich diet and sensible shoes to prevent fractures women may benefit from estrogen therapy after menopause. The disease is largely silent until a break occurs and affects mostly women over 60 and 80.
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Los Angeles
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American Society For Bone and Mineral Research
Robert P. Heaney
Heaney
Creighton University
Omaha
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Interferon shows tumor reduction in cancer patients
New Haven researchers report that alpha 2 interferon reduced tumors in six of 17 cancer patients and stabilized disease in two others. Side effects included chills fever headaches and fatigue as scientists note more tests are needed to assess effectiveness of the synthetic substance.
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Minorities Lose Ground in Medical Education
Chicago AP report cites AMA official Dr. Susan Carver noting a stagnant economy and funding cuts threaten gains in minority enrollment. Despite rising from 5 percent in 1971-72 to 13 percent in 1979-80, intensified 1970s efforts may not continue.
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American Medical Association
Susan Carver
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