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5. Merck statements dated 7 December 2009, on Vioxx proceedings in Ontario, Canada, and 4 March 2010 on Vioxx judgment in Australia. QUERY
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11. Hawkes N. Wonder drug is “cure” for cancer, say doctors. The Times, 20 October 2005. NOT FOUND
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