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May 13, 2006

Vioxx Still A Risk After You Stop Taking It

A leading cardiologist on Friday disputed Merck & Co's interpretation on the safety of patients once they stop taking Vioxx, saying they remained at high risk of heart attacks or strokes for some time afterward. (Reuters)

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