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Published September 12, 2011, 10:25 PM

Many think new is better, but older pills are often safer

Many consumers mistakenly believe new prescription drugs are always safer than those with long track records, and that only extremely effective drugs without major side effects win government approval, according to a new study.

By: Carla K. Johnson, Associated Press

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