Adults who reported drinking two liters (about 67 ounces) or more of sugar- or artificially sweetened drinks per week had a higher risk of an irregular heart rhythm known as atrial fibrillation compared with adults who drank fewer such beverages, according to new research published today in Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.
BioMarin strikes cooperation deal with activist investor Elliott, sets up review committee and adds board members
More than a month after activist investor Elliott Investment Management bought a $1 billion stake in BioMarin, the two have reached a deal to cooperate