Health News: [cancer]: Human Rights Win as Big Pharma 'Novartis' Loses Patent Case

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Health News : cancer - News from other sources.   Human Rights Win as Big Pharma 'Novartis' Loses Patent Case Mon, 01 Apr, 2013 11:00 AM PDT India's Supreme Court dealt Big Pharma giant Novartis a blow on Monday with a landmark ruling that campaigners say marks a victory for "people over profit," and will make potentially life-saving drugs far more accessible worldwide. The court ruled against the Swiss pharmaceutical corporation in its years-long... Continue reading Patent's defeat in India is key victory for generic drugs Mon, 01 Apr, 2013 10:59 AM PDT The Indian Supreme Court rejected a Swiss drugmaker's patent application for a major cancer drug on Monday in a landmark ruling that will allow poor patients continued access to many of the world's be... Continue reading WASITRAC Launches Drive Against Cancer-- a Hidden Challenge for International Students in the Us Mon, 01 Apr, 2013 10:53 AM PDT As hundreds of thousands of international students come to the US every year, they bring in the much needed revenue every state needs to fund their higher education, research and development. However, the US health care system is not yet built to help the very few students who require coverage for more expens... Continue reading Seaside apartment for cancer patients Mon, 01 Apr, 2013 10:48 AM PDT A CANCER charity is offering patients the chance to take a break at the seaside to help them cope with the illness. A sea view apartment on the West Cliff at Whitby is available through York Against Cancer who raised £125,000 last year to mark the 25th anniversary since the charity was set up. T... Continue reading SC rejects Novartis plea for patent protection Mon, 01 Apr, 2013 10:47 AM PDT Glivec: Pharma giant's defeat allows hugely cheaper Indian versions of cancer medicine. Continue reading Mechanism of mutant histone protein in childhood brain cancer revealed Mon, 01 Apr, 2013 10:46 AM PDT Researchers have shown how a mutated histone protein inhibits an enzyme, which normally keeps cell growth in check, and causes a rare form of pediatric brain cancer called DIPG. Their findings reveal a mechanism for inhibiting enzymes and could lead to the development of pharmaceuticals that mimic the ... Continue reading How I Lost My Uterus And Found My Voice Mon, 01 Apr, 2013 10:43 AM PDT Michelle Whitlock says she never thought she would be "that girl", the one with cervical cancer. Continue reading Thumbs up from pro-health groups, domestic drug makers Mon, 01 Apr, 2013 10:42 AM PDT Pro-health groups are cheering the Supreme Court's dismissal of Novartis plea seeking patent protection on its blood cancer drug Imatinib mesylate, sold under the Glivec brandname. Continue reading Convicted Bone Snatcher Reportedly Dying Of Bone Cancer Mon, 01 Apr, 2013 10:41 AM PDT A convicted bone snatcher is reportedly dying of bone cancer as he serves time in prison for his crimes. Michael Mastromarino, age 49, was convicted of selling millions of dollars worth of bones he stole from corpses. According to authorities, Mastromarino, along with several funeral directors, harvest... Continue reading Katelyn Norman, cancer-stricken teen, dies after getting her prom wish Mon, 01 Apr, 2013 10:40 AM PDT What would you do if doctors said you had only a few weeks to live? Continue reading

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