Alternative Treatment Helps Some Leukemia Patients
Thursday, April 20, 2006
Some leukemia patients with CML are resistant to standard therapies because their cancer cells are able to mutate and adapt. This study presented at the recent Annual Meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research points out some alternatives scientists are researching.
Sources: Doctor's Guide to the Internet American Association for Cancer Research
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posted by Metzger Law Group at Thursday, April 20, 2006
Official FDA Statement About Benzene in Soda
Tuesday, April 18, 2006
Here is the official FDA statement indicating they aren't sure why the levels of benzene in soda are higher, but maybe it was because the actual testing procedures used raised the benzene levels in the soda samples. The message was basically keep drinking until we figure this out. Wow!
For Immediate Release: Benzene in Soft Drinks
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posted by Metzger Law Group at Tuesday, April 18, 2006
Corporations Must Be Held Accountable for Toxic Chemical Poisoning
Thursday, April 13, 2006
Mr. Ibeanu, a special rapporteur with the United Nations and expert on the adverse effects of toxins on human rights, estimated that 47,000 people die each year from toxic chemicals with millions more becoming ill.
Source: UN News Centre
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posted by Metzger Law Group at Thursday, April 13, 2006
Toxic Levels of Benzene in Songhua River
The devastation from this November 2005 explosion that spewed benzene and other toxic chemicals into the Songhua River in China will continue to effect public health for years to come.
Source: www.planetsave.com.
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posted by Metzger Law Group at Thursday, April 13, 2006
New Vaccine Provides Hope for Leukemia and Lymphoma Victims
Tuesday, April 11, 2006
Promising vaccines are being tested in bloodborne cancers such as lymphoma and chronic leukemia.
See article from the M. D. Anderson Cancer Center.
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posted by Metzger Law Group at Tuesday, April 11, 2006
FDA Recants Previous Statement on Hazards of Benzene in Soda
Monday, April 10, 2006
The FDA has now backed off of their previous denial of how low the levels of benzene are in soda. Go to www.medpagetoday.com for the whole story.
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posted by Metzger Law Group at Monday, April 10, 2006
Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Coca Cola
Wednesday, April 05, 2006
A class action lawsuit asking for $43 million was filed against Coca Cola Israel claiming Fanta soft drinks contain benzene which causes cancer and should not be marketed for human consumption.
Sources: Ynetnews School Pouring Rights
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posted by Metzger Law Group at Wednesday, April 05, 2006
If you or a loved one has developed leukemia or has been injured due to benzene exposure, please contact us; we can help you understand your rights and options. Talk to an expert for a free evaluation of your case and to learn your legal rights.
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