Ethical clash over who gets bird flu vaccine first
Medical ethicists clash on who should stand next after emergency workers in a potential bird flu pandemic. Dr. Emanuel argues healthy Americans aged 13 to 40 should be prioritized for life years saved, while others urge protecting high risk groups and the elderly. The debate stresses policy flexibility and national coordination amid uncertain pandemic impacts.
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Veteran NY bartender Hoy Wong still shaking drinks at 89
Hoy Wong known as Mr. Hoy at the Algonquin Hotel nears his 90th birthday as he marks nearly six decades behind the bar. He recalls mixing martinis for stars, serving a House of Lords toast, and prioritizing customer happiness over simple drink creation. Wong moved from Hong Kong to the U S Army and later New York, began at the Algonquin in 1979, and still works at the Blue Bar earning about $15 per martini today.
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