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First-in-human clinical trial of new targeted therapy drug reports promising responses for multiple cancers
Significant durable disease control seen in patients with lung and thyroid cancers harboring the RET oncogene
A phase I, first-in-human study led by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center reveals for the first time, an investigational drug that is effective and safe for patients with cancers caused by an alteration in the receptor tyrosine kinase known as RET. The drug appears to be promising as a potential therapy for RET-driven cancers, such as medullary and papillary thyroid, non-small cell lung, colorectal and bile duct cancers, which have been historically difficult to treat.
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Your Toys 'R' Us closing questions answered
A favorite shopping destination is closing its doors, and Toys "R" Us shoppers are wondering exactly how it will affect them. Here's what we know so far.
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Young Voters Are Going to be Key to Winning 2020
Politics is in realignment. And perhaps the most underappreciated change is this: Based on recent research at Tufts University's Tisch College of Civic Life, young voters, ages 18-29, played a significant role in the 2018 midterms and are poised to shape elections in 2020 and beyond.
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Rice chemists: Sunscreen essential, but worth FDA scrutiny
The chemistry of sunscreen is under scrutiny by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which has proposed updated regulations for a product routinely used by American consumers.
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Don't legalize discrimination against people with disabilities
Imagine if the federal government treated disabled Americans as second-class citizens. It's an appalling thought. But it could happen soon -- if some special interest groups get their way.
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Study sheds light on fatty acid’s role in “chemobrain” and multiple sclerosis
Researchers find lipids responsible for neural function are highly active and not inert as traditionally believed
Medical experts have always known myelin, the protective coating of nerve cells, to be metabolically inert. A study led by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has found that myelin is surprisingly dynamic, a discovery that has implications for treatment of multiple sclerosis and a type of myelin damage caused by some chemotherapy drugs, often referred to as “chemobrain.” Chemobrain can occur in up to 70 percent of patients receiving chemotherapy, leaving them with temporary and even permanent thinking and memory impairment.
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Adding tucatinib to drug combination extends survival for advanced HER2+ breast cancer patients
Treatment showed significant benefit for patients with and without brain metastasis
Researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center today reported study results showing the addition of tucatinib to capecitabine (Xeloda) and trastuzumab (Herceptin) significantly improved progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS) in patients with advanced HER2-positive breast cancer, with and without brain metastasis according to results of the HER2CLIMB clinical trial.
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Never Too Late: 5 Tips For Starting A Business In Midlife
Starting a business is risky, and the conventional wisdom is that it’s riskier for someone in their 40s, 50s or 60s than for a younger person. After all, older people are closer to retirement and typically have more to lose financially if a venture goes south.
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Patients should fear partnership between the FDA and anti-research "watchdog"
FDA regulators have approved over 600 new medicines since the turn of the century. And more treatments are on the way. Scientists are currently developing over 7,000 experimental drugs.
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New Medicare Policy Will Save Diabetes Patients Hundreds at the Pharmacy
President Trump recently delivered on a central promise of his presidency -- making prescription drugs more affordable. His new "Part D Senior Savings Model" will reduce out-of-pocket costs for millions of Medicare beneficiaries to just $35 a month.
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Toni Braxton’s Formerly Autistic Son Now Signed Model
Toni Braxton has always been a proud parent, always sharing how great her sons are. But she took to Instagram recently to celebrate one of her son’s, Deizel, extra special milestone. “Congrats Diezy @diezel.braxton on signing to Wilhelmina Modeling Agency,” the celebrity mom exclaimed.
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United Health Foundation, UH Expand Obesity and Diabetes Program to Houston’s East End After Success in Third Ward
Midway through a three-year, $2 million grant from the United Health Foundation, University of Houston’s Project TOUCH (Treating Obesity in Underserved Communities) has impressive numbers to report. Based on its success in Houston’s Third Ward, the effort for preventing and treating obesity, Type 2 diabetes and other ailments will move into Houston’s East End in the fall.
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Toni Braxton’s Formerly Autistic Son Now Signed Model
Toni Braxton has always been a proud parent, always sharing how great her sons are. But she took to Instagram recently to celebrate one of her son’s, Deizel, extra special milestone. “Congrats Diezy @diezel.braxton on signing to Wilhelmina Modeling Agency,” the celebrity mom exclaimed.
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Alpha Kappa Omega Presents 21 Young Ladies in Society Debut
The energy was electric as 21 young ladies jubilantly twirled in circles, nervously practiced their curtseys and carefully walked to ensure no missteps would be taken before they made their official debut at the biennial debutante ball hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter. Each debutante’s brains, beauty, and benevolence were celebrated as “Royal Roses of Excellence” before a wall-to-wall crowd of onlookers and well wishers.
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Protect biologic medicines in USMCA
Congress may soon vote on the "New NAFTA" -- the revamped trade deal to modernize 1980s-vintage rules that have done much to grow North American commerce. Mexico already ratified the pact. Canada is expected to do so imminently.
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How A Hybrid Model Can Help Retailers Survive The Online-Shopping Trend
With shoppers finding much of what they want online, the future of the brick-and-mortar store can seem bleak.
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Biden administration must commit to a national pandemic preparedness strategy
COVID-19 has killed more than 350,000 Americans. And with case counts and hospitalizations soaring, many more deaths are sadly in store.
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Competitive House primary pits two Georgia Democrats against each other
A competitive primary for a Georgia House seat has locked two Democratic members of Congress -- Lucy McBath and Carolyn Bourdeaux -- in a tough fight for reelection.
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Houston Startup Expands Surgical Aftercare Options with 2nd Luxury Penthouse Suite
VIP Recovery Care, a budding luxury surgical aftercare service in Houston, just launched a second penthouse recovery suite to accommodate a rapidly growing number of plastic surgery patients looking for a better way to heal after procedures.
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T. rex skeleton, the world's most expensive fossil, gets a new home
Stan, the world's most complete Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton, sold for $31.8 million in 2020 -- the highest price ever paid at auction for a fossil.

