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Better blood pressure-reducing drugs?

A newer version of an old class of blood pressure lowering drugs may offer advantages for obese patients with metabolic syndrome.

Dengue antibodies give vaccine leads

New information may help speed development of a vaccine or treatment for dengue fever.

On a Patient’s Worst Day

Cost study shows timing crucial in appendectomies

Removing a child’s ruptured appendix sooner rather than later significantly lowers hospital costs and charges, according to a recently published study.

New drug mutes more melanomas

An experimental melanoma drug may be beneficial for patients not eligible for targeted therapies.