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Nita Ahuja: Epigenetics and Cancer
Howie and Harlan are joined by Nita Ahuja, a Yale surgeon and researcher, to discuss new methods in for detecting and treating cancers and the barriers faced by women surgeons. Harlan answers questions about an FDA panel's finding that the decongestant phenylephrine is ineffective; Howie looks at the trends making hospital finances unsustainable.
Links:
"FDA clarifies results of recent advisory committee meeting on oral phenylephrine"
"Phenylephrine vs. Pseudoephedrine: What's the Difference?"
"Why Has a Useless Cold Medication Been Allowed on Shelves for Years?"
"Surgeon Sex and Long-Term…
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