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New advances in the fight against leukemia

By WTOP Staff

WASHINGTON — There is exciting news in the battle against advanced leukemia.

Out of 30 patients involved in a study using an experimental new treatment, 19 are in complete remission six months after treatment.

In an interview with Jim Davis, National Board Chair of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, he tells WTOP about the advances and what’s next for patients.

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Emergency guide: What you should do to prepare for emergencies

By WTOP Staff
WASHINGTON — Do you know what you'd do if an emergency hits? What if you're at work, your spouse is stuck in traffic and your children are in school? There's no way to plan for every emergency, but you can make sure you're prepared for different scenarios, including making a plan for your family and building a kit of emergency supplies.
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