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June 3, 2005

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-	Experimental Shingles Vaccine Proves Effective in Nationwide Study Stronger version of chickenpox vaccine cuts incidence and severity of shingles in older adults.
-	Genetic Variation Affects Response to Common Anti–Clotting Drug Customized dosing of warfarin may be possible thanks to the gene for vitamin K epoxide reductase (VKORC1).
-	Indoor Allergens from Childcare Centers Common allergens from fungus, cats, cockroaches, dogs, dust mites, and mice found in day care centers.
-	Diabetics More Sensitive to Cardiovascular Effects from Air Pollution Fine particles found in urban air pollution may impair ability of blood vessels to control blood flow in adults with diabetes.