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more about #gardasil more comments β BytheSea: ACID ON THE NAIL BED. What kind of doctor would remove a living, functional body part? #cervarix more » whats_in_a_name: But what are the chances that this new HPV vaccine will be approved for use in men? #cervarix more » TheUptightMidwesterner: ...and just like that, my "Toe Issues" (tm) just went into hyperloonydrive. #cervarix more » Sister Jukebox: My hubby runs marathons, has done two ultra marathons (50K). I can't imagine him removing his toenails. He just keeps them super short. And deals with... more » wtfox?!: Raise your hand if your toes curled up upon reading that last item. *handraise* #cervarix more » Beets.Go.On is the Fat Yogini: The quote from the FGM patient made me tear up. Bless that doctor! #cervarix more » laureltreedaphne: Why do they screen egg donors so ridiculously carefully, but not sperm donors? Aren't both donations equally important? #cervarix more » mommy_dearest: Based on that picture of Career Choices for Girls According to Video Games, I choose to be Tinkerbell. #gardasil more » La Chica Lucy: I'm surprised NC has LIFE sentences or even 80-year sentences for rape. In NY rape is a B Felony! That's right, folks, in NYS you will do more time fo... more » redqueenmeg: Morehouse... what? Sunglasses? What? Did I just wake up? I mean, I did, but ... WHAT? #gardasil more » Ipomoea: You know, I'm happy that the FDA is approving HPV vaccines, but when the fuck are they going to start approving them for use in women over 26, so my g... more » BoatGirl: John McCain - You did something good! Is it Opposite Day and no one told me? #gardasil more » jleigh: Just to be clear, the NC change in life sentences was not by the legislature, but was a change in interpretation by the Courts. The law says an 80 ye... more » EkaterinaBallerina: Please, please would John McCain send that letter to Rep. Lynn Jenkins. She needs to get her head out of her ass. #gardasil more » Clarissima: Cost-effective--that's the FDA bottom line. Safety or efficiency? Nah... more » -
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CDC Panel Approves Cervarix β’ Endorsement Of Oklahoma Abortion Law Delayed
β’ A CDC advisory committee has recommended GlaxoSmithKline's HPV vaccine Cervarix, which is similar to Merck's Gardasil vaccine, for use in girls and women. But, some say Cervarix is overpriced because it offers less protection than Gardasil. β’ More » -
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New HPV Vaccine Approved β’ North Carolina Set To Release Child Rapists
Today the FDA voted to approve the vaccine Cervarix, an HPV vaccine created by British drug company GlaxoSmithKline. The vaccine is expected to become available later this year, but Glaxo has not released any information about pricing.β’Β More » -
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Gardasil For Boys: Not Likely
The FDA may not approve Gardasil for boys because it is not cost effective. "If coverage in girls ends up being low, then vaccinating boys became much more attractive," said researcher Jane Kim. [Reuters] -
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Scientist Explains Why Women Cry β’ Death Arouses Fears About Cervical Cancer Vaccine
β’ A new book seeks to explain why women are "more in touch with their emotions," among other brain-related things. Apparently, it's because we're more connected, meaning our right and left hemispheres are more closely bound. β’Β More » -
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Hitler's Skull Is Female β’ Domestic Violence Shelters Close Due To Schwarzenegger's Cuts
β’ A DNA test of the skull fragment previously believed to be Hitler's has revealed it is actually a woman's. The find has raised questions about what happened to Hitler's remains and whether he really committed suicide. β’ More » -
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Gag-Worthy Guitar Hero Ad Features Hefner β’ Semenya To Keep Her Gold
β’ Ugh. Could someone please explain why Hugh Hefner is appearing in ads for Guitar Hero 5? Does seeing him in his bathrobe, surrounded by pants-less playmates playing air-guitar actually make anyone want to buy the game? β’ More » -
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FDA Panel To Make Recommendations On Two HPV Vaccines
On September 9, a Food & Drug Administration advisory committee will consider whether Gardasil should be approved for boys and if Cervarix, another HPV vaccine approved for women in developing countries, should be sold in the U.S. [Business Week] -
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Medical Groups Used Drug Company Money To Promote Gardasil
In the most comprehensive safety study since its approval, the CDC reports that Gardisil isn't more dangerous than other vaccines. However, Merck promoted Gardasil by providing undisclosed funding to associations while ignoring poor women most at risk for cervical cancer. More » -
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Posters Stay Up Despite Presidential Protestations β’ Dogs Do Look Like Owners
β’ A White House representative asked the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine to remove posters that mention the Obama daughters and call for healthier school lunches from the Metro stations where they are currently displayed. The PCRM refused. β’ More » -
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Iranian Protesters Assaulted In Prison β’ Women Bullied For Taking Maternity Leave
β’ According to candidate Mehdi Karroubi, some protesters of the Iranian elections were raped in prison. Karroubi wrote: "Some young male detainees were raped [and] some young female detainees were raped in a way that have caused serious injuries." β’ More » -
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HPV Vaccine Approved For Women In Developing Countries
The World Health Organization has approved Cervarix, a second cervical cancer vaccine, made by GlaxoSmithKline. This will hopefully mean good things for women in developing countries. More » -
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Now That HPV Vaccine Is Available For Boys, Debate Turns to Health Benefits, Not Sex
The makers of Gardasil are trying to get the HPV vaccine approved for boys, which is why now people are questioning the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine, rather than if it makes girls slutty. More » -
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Prosecutors Argue Casey Anthony's Diary Entry Indicates Her Guilt β’ Bullet Found Tangled In A Woman's Weave
β’ New evidence released in the Caylee Anthony case: Five days after Caylee's disappearance, Casey Anthony allegedly wrote in her diary: "I have no regrets...I just hope that the end justifies the means." β’ More » -
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Drugmaker Seeks FDA Approval For Gardasil For Males
Drugmaker Merck has asked the FDA to approve the Gardasil vaccineβs use for boys ages 9 to 26. For those who donβt know, Gardasil is a vaccine that protects against HPV and cervical cancer. More »
