Tuesday 26 October 2021

FDA Panel Votes to Approve Pfizer’s Vaccine for Children

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The benefits of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11 outweigh its risks, according to an independent panel of vaccine experts that advises the FDA.



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Targeted High-Dose Radiation Helps Fight Advanced Lung Cancer

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A preliminary study suggests high-dose radiation therapy may stall tumor growth in patients with advanced lung cancer who are not fully responding to drug therapies.



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Actress Shannen Doherty Gets Candid About Her Breast Cancer

The "Beverly Hills 90210" and "Charmed" star shares stark photos from her breast cancer treatment on social media.



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Stress, Depression During Pregnancy Can Harm Child

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The developing fetus is sensitive to the mother's condition during pregnancy, warn researchers, who report changes to the placenta are tied to Mom's mental health.



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Number of Teens Who Vape Marijuana Doubled in 7 Years

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New research reveals about 1 in 8 North American teenagers have vaped pot within the last year, and nearly 1 in 10 within the past month.



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