Cost pressures push some doctors to rethink private vaccines
A U S survey finds about 10 percent of privately vaccinating doctors may drop the service due to losses from low insurer reimbursements. The studies show large per dose gaps, with some vaccines yielding profits while others lose money, raising concern about future outbreaks and access.
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UAW chief urges government aid as carmakers seek plan
United Auto Workers president Ron Gettelfinger urged government help for U.S. automakers during a congressional session week of December 8. He framed a $25 billion rescue loan as a bridge, not a bailout, to stabilize the industry.
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Thailand Crisis Deepens as Bangkok Protests Rise
Government supporters rallied in Bangkok while protesters who seized two airports urged PM Somchai Wongsawat to resign. Violence including blasts at a police compound and protests near Don Muang raised fears of anarchy as authorities failed to mediate.
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Calm Returns After Nigerian Clashes in Jos Violence
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Debates on AIDS funding and post epidemic priorities
London reports a split view on World AIDS Day with critics arguing AIDS funding diverts resources from pneumonia and other diseases. UNAIDS supporters caution that the epidemic is not over and funding remains essential for treatment and prevention worldwide.
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High schoolers admit stealing and cheating across nation
A Josephson Institute survey of 29,760 students in 100 high schools finds 30 percent stole from a store and 64 percent cheated on a test in the past year. Boys 35 percent theft, girls 26 percent. 42 percent lie to save money. Despite this, 93 percent express personal ethics satisfaction.
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