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Dr. Steven Nissen affirms Avandia risks

The doctor that helped focus scientific scrutiny on the heart dangers of Avandia says the diabetes drug remains controversial. “Many physicians have stopped prescribing Avandia,” Dr. Nissen said. Dr. Nissen points out, in a recent US News column, that the … Continue reading

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Secret tapes of Avandia-maker meeting reveal deceptions

Secret tapes of a meeting between GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) executives and a prominent medical researcher reveal deceptive tactics by the company, according to a Feb. 22 New York Times article detailing the recordings, which were never previously disclosed. In 2007, GSK … Continue reading

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