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Panel to look at state of care for HIV/AIDS patients here

The Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force will assemble the region's top experts to discuss the state of care available for those suffering with HIV/AIDS in southwestern Pennsylvania. (Today)

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New snuff marketing makes W.Va. spittin' mad

In West Virginia, which has the nation's highest rate of tobacco use, officials are spitting mad about R.J. Reynolds test-marketing a new smokeless product in two college towns. (11/20/2008)

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UPMC bonds get solid rating

Fitch Ratings has assigned a rating of AA- on UPMC's Series 2008C revenue bonds of up to $350 million. (11/20/2008)

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Dr. John Lister and Dr. Gary Gilmore of West Penn Hospital led research that points to a possible advantage from fetal cells remaining in a mother's body long after giving birth.

Mother-child bond may help prevent cancer

Mothers have many reasons for loving their sons. But one blessing they probably don't know about is the cells their sons gave them when they were in the womb. (11/19/2008)

	PG audio: Dr. John Lister describes how fetal cells a mother inherits from her son might help fight cancer.
	PG audio: Dr. Gary Gilmore describes how he tests for male cells in a mother's body.
	PG audio: Dr. Lister explains the potential for using inherited fetal cells for treatment.
	Photo of Dr. John Lister and Dr. Gary Gilmore