Regents universities tighten health plans amid rising costs
Higher premiums and out of pocket costs spread across the three Iowa regent universities from 2005 to 2010. Despite changes, many employees still pay nothing for single coverage while wellness initiatives aim to slow the cost curve, officials say.
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Mothers with young children show higher weight and lower activity
An Associated Press report notes mothers of kids under age five tend to weigh more and consume more calories and fatty foods than childless women. Dads and moms in the study were less active than peers without children, highlighting a high risk period for parental health.
Mapleton Tornado Strikes Town. No Fatalities Reported
Mapleton in Monona County saw a tornado destroy much of the town Saturday night but cause no deaths. Sirens sounded at 7 05 p m giving about 15 minutes to seek shelter as the tornado traveled three and a half miles at up to 165 mph. Residents sheltered in basements bathrooms or stairwells while debris tore through homes and vehicles.
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Wardrobe savings wash ashore in tsunami wrecks
Hundreds of dented safes washed from homes and shops by the tsunami clog Ofunato police headquarters. Authorities seek unknown owners as Japan faces an estimated 350 billion yen in cash not circulating. The phenomenon known as tansuyokin highlights how seniors stash money at home.
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