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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1982
Page
6
The Gazette outlines a nine part series on the rising cost of health care in Iowa. It notes health insurance costs have surged 450 percent since 1967 and medical care up 327 percent. Hospital costs rose faster than inflation in 1981 as American spending on health care reached 10 cents of every dollar. Improved medical success means longer lives and greater use of services.
In a complex system, recipients should choose treatments and providers wisely to curb costs. First dollar plans and overuse drive expenses. co insurance and deductibles help. Employers fund wellness programs. data on hospital costs and practice variation should guide rules, with broader use of managed care and prospective payments studied.
Northwestern earns unexpected praise as Dennis Green is chosen AP Big Ten Coach of the Year. The award highlights coaching impact despite a 2-7 conference record and three wins amid a 38-game losing streak, contrasting Michigan’s strong regular season and Schembechler’s reputation.
In this Washington perspective a Kennedy withdrawal is treated as temporary. The piece argues Kennedy remains a strong Democratic contender with broad support among key groups and could reemerge against Reagan in a high stakes 1984 race. It recalls Kefauver and Stevenson dynamics to suggest Kennedy's eventual return.
The writer argues economic health depends on farmers and raw materials earning cost plus profit, warns about union issues at the Carver Arena Iowa City project, and urges high standards in electrical installation by the University of Iowa. Forrest D. Mallette of the Iowa Chapter NECA signs.
A local renter contends that tax inflation and higher heat and water costs force landlords to raise rents. Two bedroom units soon near 260 dollars while older ones stay around 240. The writer urges landlords to test higher rates to fill vacancies without risking widespread empty apartments.
The Gazette notes President Reagan opened funds for Brazil with a 1.2 billion loan to cover an 80 billion debt, part of a four country tour. Treasury head Regan calls it a nice gesture while critics doubt recovery and urge banks to offer long term, low interest loans to prevent foreclosures and boost employment.
A reader from Davenport notes the John Deere logo appears with backward antlers on the plant sign along I-80. The letter reflects humor at the idea of worldwide backwards Deere branding and toys with cynicism about Santa Claus.
A reader questions whether the Witwer Senior Center serves the board or the seniors, citing opposition to requests and confusion over penny Bingo. The letter argues seniors should determine activities since members pay dues and attend meals, noting board members rarely participate in center activities or meals.
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