American Death Rate Drops Sharply

The National Center for Health Statistics released the statistics on the number of deaths in 2004. The results document the biggest drop in the American death rate in almost 70 years. The findings are summarized in this AP article.
The center said drops in the death rates for heart disease, cancer and stroke accounted for most of the decline. "We were surprised by the sharpness of the decrea...
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Raloxifene (Evista) as Effective as Tamoxifen (Nolvadex) for Breast Cancer Prevention

The National Cancer Institute Study of Tamoxifen and Raloxifene (STAR) Trial has just concluded. It was one of the largest breast cancer prevention studies ever. It found that raloxifene, which is usually used for osteoporosis, is as effective as tamoxifen in preventing breast cancer in post-menopausal women who are at high risk of breast cancer. Raloxifene also had fewer side effects. This study has generated much press attention and is sure to impact the lives of thousands of women who are cu...
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