Dark clouds over Toronto psychiatry research

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The author discusses the the controversy the University of Toronto has become embroiled in regarding their behavior towards employees and corporate donors. British psychiatrist David Healy who has accepted a senior position at the Center for Addiction and Mental Health and the Department of Psychiatry at the University is considering to file a lawsuit against the University for the breach of contract based on his speech made at the University which was very critical of the pharmaceutical industry and based on his views on the antidepressant drugs.

Canada, Social aspects, Cases, Investigations, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, University of Toronto, Psychiatry, Canadian Association of University Teachers, Healy, David

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Confusion reigns over breast cancer

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Cancer charities in Britain ask women not to pull out of a clinical trial to test the preventative effects of Tamoxifen on breast cancer. Reports say that the drug can increase endometrial cancer and some cardiovascular diseases.

United Kingdom, Health aspects, Research, Drugs, Reports, Testing, Clinical trials, Breast cancer, Charities, Medical, Medical charities

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