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Woman's bid could expand genetic testing of embryos in Japan for inherited cancer risk

OSAKA -- A woman from Osaka Prefecture with hereditary breast and ovarian cancer syndrome (HBOC) plans to apply for approval to use preimplantation ge

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Trump pushes overhaul of US childhood vaccine policy

In an executive order, President Trump calls for fewer recommended childhood vaccinations and more spacing between shots.

  • President Trump signed executive order proposing vaccine policy overhaul.
  • Order seeks to reduce recommended immunizations and administer separately.
  • Critics warn split MMR vaccine could leave children vulnerable to diseases.

BMS Chooses Houston for $2.3B Manufacturing Facility

Among key factors in the decision, according to BMS, were the emerging strength of Greater Houston’s life sciences workforce in life sciences, proximity to utilities and transportation infrastructure…

  • BMS to build $2.3B manufacturing campus in Houston.
  • Site within 4,300-acre Generation Park for small molecules, biologics, ADCs.
  • CEO Christopher Boerner emphasizes U.S. leadership in biopharmaceutical innovation.