Medicare drug benefits face skepticism amid cost promises
Western Iowa seniors scrutinize proposed Medicare prescription drug plans as they review how a House or Senate version would cut monthly medicine costs. Mixdorf, 80, Cedar Rapids, would save $981 yearly under the House plan and $1,542 under the Senate option, while Ruth Dolezal, 73, North Liberty, projects substantial savings but seeks details on coverage before endorsing either proposal.
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Medicare drug coverage plans face patient doubts
AARP Gazette graphic shows Marjorie Mixdorf of Cedar Rapids taking ten medications daily costing 300 to 400 dollars monthly. The two proposed Medicare drug coverage plans would save her money but she questions their complexity and practicality.
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Medicare Prescription Help and Plans Information Link
Online resource directs readers to Medicare government site for information on public and private programs offering discounted or free medications and Medicare plans with limited prescription coverage through the Prescription Home page.
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New York smoking ban pushes patrons to neighboring states
Roxann Lang and her husband plan to move from Jamestown New York to northern Pennsylvania after New York's July 24 smoking ban. Bar owners along the state line report New Yorkers crossing borders to light up in Pennsylvania Massachusetts and New Jersey venues. The law covers bars restaurants night clubs off track betting parlors bowling alleys and company cars.
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Saddam Hussein Sons Buried Near Tikrit Amid Attacks
In Tikrit Saddam Hussein's two elder sons and a grandson were buried as martyrs in rocky soil near his hometown. Afterward insurgents attacked U S troops with three remote controlled bombs as Bremer asserted no broad hatred toward American soldiers among Iraqis.
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Sioux City eyes commission government move
Rudy Salem, a retired Sioux City employment agency owner, led a petition drive to force a vote on changing Sioux City's government to a full-time mayor and four full-time commissioners. The move mirrors Cedar Rapids and Portland as large U.S. cities operating under the commission form. Voters head to the polls Tuesday.
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Sioux City
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Ore
U.S
Chair Aerobics Proves More Challenging Than Expected
A fitness brief notes how seated exercise routines demand balance, coordination, and leg engagement. Instructors emphasize proper form and gradual progression to prevent strain while delivering a full cardio and toning workout in a compact session.
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