Mardi Gras Revelers Ignore Economy and War Fears
Tens of thousands flocked to New Orleans Mardi Gras under a bone cold fog as revelers ignore Iraq tensions and a weak economy. Costumes included duct tape and plastic with “Bomb Iraq” signs. Krewe of Homeland Security staged safety themed outfits and handed out alerts in traditional Carnival colors.
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Bush and Democrats push dueling Medicare drug plans
President Bush urged free market competition to expand Medicare with prescription drug subsidies and private plan incentives. He spoke to doctors at an AMA convention about choices and faster treatment while Democrats pressed their own plan. Leaders from both parties scrutinized shifting seniors from traditional Medicare to private plans amid rising healthcare costs. Rep Billy Tauzin signaled emphasis on a strong prescription drug benefit within fee for service.
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Risk of arthritis drugs debated in Washington
FDA advisers opened two days of hearings amid rising reports of cancer and liver failure linked to major rheumatoid arthritis medications. With about two million sufferers, thousands try one of four drugs annually. officials weigh bigger warnings or tighter restrictions as safety concerns grow.
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