"... pioneering research is underway to repurpose low-cost, off-patent medications such as beta-blockers to treat cancer.

The [Gillies McIndoe Research Institute] executive director Dr Swee Tan said a phase I clinical trial showed the drugs extended the life expectancy for glioblastoma​ brain cancer by five-and-a half months with minimal side effects."

#RachelThomas, 2023

https://i.stuff.co.nz/national/health/131673558/nick-white-hasnt-eaten-solid-food-for-a-year-and-is-still-running-marathons

#healthcare #cancer #OffPatent #GMRI #GilliesMcIndoeResearchInstitute

Another "pro-govt" article funded by the Public Interest Journalism Fund:

'Why it's a Bad Idea to Microwave Plastic', by #RachelThomas, 2022

https://www.pressreader.com/new-zealand/marlborough-express-the-saturday-express/20220924/281543704789505

#plastic #microwaves #food #PublicInterestJournalismFund