Alzheimer's costs loom if no prevention breakthrough
The Gazette argues Alzheimer's and other dementias could cost $1.1 trillion annually by 2050 without prevention or cure. It cites 5.4 million current cases, rising to 16 million by 2050, and notes needed funding, research pace, and a 2025 prevention/treatment goal amid stiff competition from cancer and heart disease funding.
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National Institutes For Health
Bill Thies
National Alzheimer’s Association
Thies
United States
Letters praising city recovery and court decision views
A Cedar Rapids reader praises the city’s flood recovery efforts and laments public complaints about detours and repairs. The letter also defends a Supreme Court decision on discrimination and urges reading the law before voting to retain a justice.
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Barbara Newhall
Tonce
Cedar Rapids
Barbara
Kermit
Barack Obama
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Supreme Court
Alfred E. Neuman
Meet G R cats dogs at Cedar Rapids shelter
Summer collection of cats and dogs seeking permanent homes at Cedar Rapids animal shelter. The piece lists cats Tinka, Bigger Butter Brickle, Monique, Houdini, Mouse, Professor, Mosaic, Pastel, Shayne, Tangera and dogs including Mastiff type, Labrador mixes and pit bull blends. Located at 2109 North Towne Lane NE open noon to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Shirley Stephens Central City.
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Cedar Rapids Animal Shelter
Tinka
Butter Brickle
Monique
Houdini
Mouse
Batman
Professor
North Towne Lane
Shirley Stephens Central City
Early RAGBRAI concert suits riders better in Cedar Rapids
Ramona Cook recounts Cedar Rapids RAGBRAI week noting the 9 30 p.m. Counting Crows show limited rider benefit. Riders rode 79 miles that day and each campground offered entertainment. Hosts say earlier events, around 6 p.m., would attract workers after 5 00 p.m. and boost local business.
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Cedar Rapids
Hiawatha
Iowa
Ramona Cook
Partisan battles stall cyber security legislation
The piece argues Republicans blocked the Cybersecurity Act with a minority of Democrats, delaying vital protections for critical infrastructure. It warns the nation risks cyber attacks on power grids and transport unless bipartisan action occurs, urging leaders to prioritize security over party loyalty.
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U.S
Obama
GOP
White House
WikiLeaks
Electronic Frontier Foundation
America
Gazette seeks Community Conversation Corps members
The Gazette Editorial Board invites civic minded residents to join a new Community Conversation Corps. Three members will participate in weekly Editorial Board discussions and candidate interviews. Apply by Aug 20 with name address contact details and a 250 word why you fit statement.
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Jeff Tecklenburg
the Gazette
Third Ave. S.E
Cedar Rapids
Jeff. Tecklenburg
Thegazette
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