Shelling out for a cure

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Early in 2001, research was published in The Lancet, concerning a nutritional supplement called glocusamine, which is found in shellfish such as prawns, and is an effective pain-reliever for arthritis sufferers. The research also indicated that glucosamine halts the progession of joint damage.

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Tarred & fettered

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Australia's National Breast Cancer Centre has come under attack for appointing former tobacco industry lobbyist Donna Staunton to its board. Staunton has been urged to acknowledge publicly the dangers of tobacco.

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The topic of cancer

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Newspaper reports published in 2001 about the link between overhead power lines and childhood leukemia are described, with focus on how their inaccuracy has caused Australian parents unnecessary concern.

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