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The Ivanhoe Broadcast News announced that an experimental drug to delay the growth of ovarian cancer is currently being tested.
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Sunday, September 07, 2008
In the wake of Sirtis Pharmaceuticals recent announcement that scientists have officially proven that ”a derivative of an ingredient in red wine combats some symptoms of aging,” one has to wonder whom this study is going to benefit more - the wine industry or the consumer?
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
Progress in the Battle Against Ovarian Cancer
Tuesday, August 29, 2006
Quitting Smoking is tough but benefits are worth it
Fox News reported on an article from the journal of Psychopharmacology stating smokers begin having cigarette cravings within 30 minutes of quitting, display signs of anger within an hour, and become anxious within three hours.
Monday, August 28, 2006
Dieting: Getting the Facts Straight
Fox News deflates five common myths about dieting.
Friday, August 25, 2006
Soon available behind Pharmacy Counters: Plan B
Fox News reports that after three years of campaigning, Barr Pharmaceutical can market their nonprescription morning-after pill, Plan B.
Thursday, August 24, 2006
Experimental HIV Vaccine Presented at Conference
Fox News reports on an experimental HIV vaccine presented at the XVI International AIDS Conference.
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Keeping your Brain in Shape
No sneakers needed for this exercise! Ivanhoe Broadcast News reports that a team of scientists have created an exercise program for the brain which significantly improves memory.
Friday, August 11, 2006
HPV Vaccine Approved By FDA
The FDA approved an HPV vaccine this summer. Currently the vaccine is only available for women between the ages of nine and 26. Even though men can be affected by certain strands of HPV, the vaccine is not yet approved for them.
Sugary Drinks Linked to Obesity
The studies are in and soda is out - Drinking a soda every day can cause you to gain up to 15 pounds in a single year!
Managing Food Allergies While Dining Out
Around four million Americans have diagnosed food allergies. How can you manage your food allergies while dining out?
Aging Blood Vessel Function May Be Improved By Consuming Cocoa
A study for the Journal of Hypertension reported cocoa drinks improve blood vessel function, which begins to deteriorate as we age.
