Americans favor smallpox vaccine amid bioterror fears poll finds
An Associated Press poll shows about 60 percent of Americans would seek smallpox vaccination if widely available, despite possible serious side effects. Half fear bioterror threats, and many see the anthrax attacks as the start of a longer campaign. Officials caution about vaccine risks and limited doses.
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Poll shows persistent bioterror fears among Americans
A Nov 9 poll of 1,008 people finds 45 percent believe anthrax attacks will continue in the coming months, a slight drop from the mid October peak. The survey, conducted before the Leahy letter discovery, carries a plus or minus 3 point margin of error.
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Pecan crop downturn hurts growers but may not cut prices
In Albany Georgia the large Southern pecan harvest pushes grower prices lower with Desirables at 75 to 85 cents per pound down from 1.35 to 1.50 last year. Experts doubt retail prices will fall, noting retailers set the end price as holiday pecan demand stays high. Sunnyland Farms near Albany reports ample supply and gift-pack prep as crews harvest using shook nut machines.
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National Pecan Shelters Association
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US Department of Agriculture
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Wojciech Florkowski
University of Georgia
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