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Chronic Diseases Top Causes of Deaths Globally: WHO
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Chronic conditions such as heart disease and stroke, often associated with a Western lifestyle, have become the chief causes of death globally, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Tuesday. Reuters Health Information
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Report Sees 7.6 Million Global 2007 Cancer Deaths
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About 7.6 million people will die this year worldwide from various types of cancer, with lung cancer -- heavily driven by smoking -- killing 975,000 men and 376,000 women, the American Cancer Society said on Monday. Reuters Health Information
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U.S. Study Shows 150% Jump in Statin Use
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Use of statin drugs rose by 156% between 2000 and 2005, with spending jumping from $7.7 billion to $19.7 billion, the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality reported on Wednesday. Reuters Health Information
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Shire Again Recalls Some ADHD Skin Patches
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Shire Plc has again recalled some of its attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) skin patches because of problems with removing the liners covering them, the company said on Monday. Reuters Health Information
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Senicapoc Shows Promise for Sickle Cell Anemia
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The use of senicapoc, a selective, highly potent Gardos channel blocker, may increase the survival of red blood cells in patients with sickle cell anemia, researchers report. Reuters Health Information
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