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March 17, 2015 at 4:10 pm #8196

EddieM
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Researchers combined the NSAID naproxen with the proton pump inhibitor omeprazole and found it reduced the incidence of bladder cancer in rats. The anti-inflammatory class of drugs NSAIDs have shown great promise in preventing cancers including colon, esophagus and skin. However, they can increase the risks of heart attacks, ulcers and rare but potentially life-threatening bleeds.

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http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/03/150311081302.htm

March 21, 2015 at 11:56 pm #18706

shelties
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Thanks for that info Ed, I’m always interested in any new research around cancer issues. After I get a chance to read it thoroughly, perhaps I’ll post my thoughts on it here.

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