People's Pharmacy

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Open Lines: #555

Posting Date: 08/20/2005

The pharmaceutical industry is issuing new guidelines for prescription drug advertising to consumers. We talk with Ken Johnson, Senior Vice President of PhRMA, to find out what they are.

New research shows that compounds in dark chocolate can lower blood pressure and cholesterol. We talk with a key investigator, Dr. Jeffrey Blumberg of Tufts University, about these intriguing findings.

In addition to these stories we will open our lines for your questions about prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, herbs and dietary supplements. Join the conversation at (888) 472-3366.

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