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Tue, January 6, 2009

New treatments, lower drug costs, the hope of clinical trials

Few people like to be called a guinea pig.

But doctors say volunteering to test new drugs can help keep costs down and help promising new prescriptions gain approval more quickly.

Story by Ashley Andyshak/Photo by Bill Green

Health Notes
Ashley Andyshak

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HEADLINES

'War' — the final chapter Blood supply takes winter dip Family of ill child 'believes in tomorrow' Health & Fitness Calendar Local medical team helps in Hondouras Health & Fitness Calendar
NATIONAL HEADLINES

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WHAT'S FOR DINNER BLOG

	Tomato bread soup Originally published on January 05, 2009 Nothing warms you more than hot soup. And what goes better with soup than fresh bread. more »

IN GOOD HEALTH - REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK

	Ashley Andyshak In Good Health — Some prescription relief Published on January 06, 2009 People who are struggling to pay for prescription drugs can rest a little easier, as several grocery chains now offer free or reduced cost drugs to people with a prescription. more »
HEALTH LINKS TO KNOW

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