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HPV Vaccine Eliminates Advanced Skin Cancer in 97-Year-Old
Less than a year following the initial direct-to-tumor vaccine injection, all treated tumors disappeared
Physicians and Practices Should Prepare for Emergencies
Helpful strategies include developing a plan, knowing who will implement the plan, and staying flexible
Alcohol, Tobacco Consumption Tied to Cancer Mortality
Over 20 years, a 1-L reduction in alcohol intake was linked to 3.9 percent drop in overall cancer mortality
Guidelines Conflict for Long-Term Opioid Tx in Cancer Survivors
Inconsistencies exist between CDC and NCCN opioid guideline recommendations
Embezzlement Not Uncommon in Medical Practices
Employees should undergo detailed background checks; practices should have zero-tolerance for theft
FDA Warns Against Risks of Contaminated Synthetic Cannabis
Risk of bleeding associated with contamination of synthetic marijuana products with brodifacoum
Medical Organizations Must Address Sexual Harassment
Proactive approach needed; should include interactive programs to get people talking
Monthly Vitamin D Supplement May Not Cut Cancer Risk
High-dose monthly supplementation doesn't reduce risk of cancer among middle-aged and older adults
Walmart Generic Drug Discounts Often Offer More Patient Savings
Walmart drug program offers savings over Medicare program for generic cardiovascular medications
FDA Approves Tibsovo for Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Approved for adults with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia who have IDH1 mutation