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Drug aimed at 2 bioterror agents blocks live viral infection, Weill Cornell team reports
12-19-2007 · EurekAlert!Two deadly and highly infectious viruses -- both potential bioterror threats -- may have met their match in a new drug developed by scientists at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City.
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10-30-2007 · EurekAlert!
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- Grapefruit compound may help combat hepatitis C infection
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- Pediatric ritalin use may affect developing brain, new study suggests
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- Study shows value of HIV screening in virtually all health settings
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- McGill researchers report breakthrough in rapid malaria detection
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