HPV infection linked to rising oral cancer risk
A Johns Hopkins led study of 300 subjects shows human papillomavirus infection greatly raises oral cancer risk, with those infected 32 times more likely to develop a form of oral cancer. Experts say oral HPV infection is a definite risk factor and vaccination discussions may expand to boys and girls.
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Senate passes FDA safety reform bill expands oversight
The Senate approved a landmark drug safety bill 93 to 1 to double FDA safety staff, create a computer network to monitor new drug risks, and tighten ad oversight. It would fund the expansion via user fees rising to 916 million by 2012, with House action expected.
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