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H.I.V. Is Reported Cured in a Second Patient, a Milestone in the Global AIDS Epidemic
nytimes
March 07, 2019
Scientists have long tried to duplicate the procedure that led to the first long-term remission 12 years ago. With the so-called London patient, they seem to have succeeded.
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UK unveils plan to tackle growing antimicrobial resistance
pharmaceutical-technology
January 25, 2019
The UK Government has set out a plan to fight antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the country by 2040, with an aim to cut down antibiotics use by 15% over the next five years....
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How Getting a Flu Shot Could Save Your Life
drugs
January 17, 2019
It's not too late to get your flu shot, which can protect you in ways that may surprise you.The flu vaccine can be a lifesaver for people with heart disease...
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Persistent Cough May Mean See Your Doctor
drugs
January 07, 2019
According to Dr. Jonathan Parsons, director of the Asthma Center at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, here are some reasons for a continuing cough.....
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Appalachia, Western States Have Highest Hep C Prevalence
drugs
December 27, 2018
States in the West and in Appalachia have a higher prevalence of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection than other states, according to a study published online Dec. 21 in JAMA Network Open......
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FDA Warns Companies on Unsafe, Unapproved Stem Cell Treatments
drugs
December 24, 2018
After infections tied to unapproved stem cell treatments sent 12 people to the hospital this past year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a stern warning about the products.......
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Wearing Contacts 24/7 Can Bring Infection, Blindness, Doctors Warn
drugs
December 20, 2018
Dangerous infections, blinding ulcers in the eyes: These are just some of the troubles that can come from wearing your contacts for too long.....
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Infections Linked to Increased Later Risk for Mental Disorders
drugs
December 06, 2018
Infections requiring hospitalization or treatment with anti-infective agents are associated with an increased subsequent risk for mental disorders, according to a study published online Dec. 5 in JAMA Psychiatry.....
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Biosimilar Pegfilgrastim Co-Developed by Biocon Receives Approval in EU
firstwordpharma
December 02, 2018
Biosimilar Pegfilgrastim treatment can be used to stimulate bone marrow to produce more neutrophils to fight infection in patients undergoing chemotherapy.
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Biosimilar Pegfilgrastim Co-Developed by Biocon Receives Approval in EU
firstwordpharma
December 02, 2018
Biosimilar Pegfilgrastim treatment can be used to stimulate bone marrow to produce more neutrophils to fight infection in patients undergoing chemotherapy.