August 11/August 18, 2003
In Print Photo by Jeff Cleary From Focus: Molecules from Novel Genetic Code Aimed at Drug Discovery Researchers led by Anthony Forster (left) and Stephen Blacklow have essentially rewritten the genetic code to produce novel peptidelike substances. These peptide mimics may provide a new tool for drug discovery and for research on genetic translation.   Publications Online BBS Bulletin Focus HMI World HSTconnector MD-PhD Newsletter MedEd News Mentations On The Brain   Related Links InteliHealth Harvard Health Publications		Headlines Study Demonstrates that Pin1 Enzyme Helps Guard Against Development of Alzheimer's Disease Common Cholesterol-lowering Drugs Good for More than Just Clogged ArteriesÊ Moderate Analgesic Use Seems to Not Harm Kidneys, Study Finds Physician's Emotional Response to PatientÕs Death Increases with Length of Care Targeted Drug Combination Found Effective in Treating Specific Form of Metastatic Breast Cancer Newer Vitamin D Formulation Appears to Help Dialysis Patients Live Longer Study Suggests New Cause for Alzheimer's Disease Better Methods Needed for Community Screening for Alzheimer's Disease		Student Scene Tarayn Grizzard Photo by Jeff Cleary When Patients Think the Doctor Knows Best As a summer intern at a clinic in Santiago, Chile, Tarayn Grizzard has noticed a greater acceptance of physician authority than she typically observes back home. She thinks it is based on patients' trust, their belief that the doctor has their best interests in mind. Lab Works A multimedia site featuring Harvard Medical research

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