Sept. 27, 2001 — Stroke is the No. 3 cause of death in the U.S. and leaves many more people severely disabled. But now doctors may have a way to prevent this crippling medical problem.
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TORONTO–(BW HealthWire)–July 25, 2002
Biovail Corporation (NYSE:BVF) (TSX:BVF)
- Revenues increased 39% for the quarter to $185.1 million -
- Second quarter diluted EPS of $0.39
increased 30% versus prior…
Cardiovascular disease affects one in four Americans. According to the American Heart Association, heart and related diseases are expected to cost Americans more than $329 billion in 2002. An estimated 10 million persons in this country are known to have diabetes and 3.6 million to have renal disease, incurring annual health care costs of $98 billion and $11 billion, respectively. Although angiotensin-conver…
March 14, 2002 — Treating older women with high blood pressure medications known as ACE inhibitors may do more than keep their blood pressure in check. A new study suggests the drugs may also help preserve muscle strength and prevent disability.
“This is one of the first studies …
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