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Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 6, 2008

Teens May Be Missing Out on Needed Vaccines
Not getting preventive care biggest reason for immunization shortfall, study finds

Obesity, Insulin Level Impact Prostate Cancer Survival
Heavy men with high output of the hormone had quadruple the death risk, study found

For Some Animals, There's No Place at Home
Exotic pets like rodents, reptiles and monkeys can carry disease, report warns

Free Prescription Drug Samples Pose Risk to Kids
Few actually go to needy children, and newer meds lack safety profile, study finds

New Test Detects Rare Leukemia More Quickly
Researchers also found technique could track response to treatments

Spiriva Safe, Effective for COPD Patients
However, treatment does not slow disease progression, researchers say

Form IDs Spinal Patients Likely to Stick With Therapy
13-item questionnaire predicts who will be more active in post-surgery rehab

Book Offers Novel Approach to Weight Loss
Girls who read story with subtle message about health realized some benefits, study says

FDA Rules How Much Melamine Is Too Much
In wake of China food scare, agency says any amount is too much for infants

Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 3, 2008

Extended Work Absences May Signal Risk of Death
Problems tied to surgery or circulatory or psychiatric troubles a red flag, study suggests

Vision Test for Young Children Called Unreliable
Researchers found standard way of measuring acuity in preschoolers missed problems

Saliva Proteins May Help Spot Oral Cancer
Someday, easy test could gauge biomarkers for disease, study says

Gradual Exercise Best After Joint Replacement
Trying to get back in the game too soon can undo benefits of surgery, study says

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