Iraq vote security tight as Sunni turnout rises in run up
U S and allied observers note stringent voting rules require passports or citizenship certificates and indelible ink. Sunni Arabs largely boycotted January elections, but mustering in 2006, changes to seat allocation by province promise a sizable Sunni bloc. An American soldier died in Baghdad as turnout hovered around 58 percent nationally, with Sunni Anbar especially low.
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Students Call for Richer School Experience and Clearer Purpose
In a Kennedy High School setting, students argue for a balanced approach to schooling. They praise electives and varied activities while urging stricter course requirements and less stress. Danielle Faille and others emphasize meaningful learning over chasing AP credits, stressing present growth.
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Catkins diet may help diabetic cats reduce insulin need
A Morris Animal Foundation funded study found 68 percent of diabetic cats on the Catkins diet stopped insulin, versus 40 percent on a high fiber diet. Experts note canned foods resemble natural feline diets, potentially reducing allergies and promoting better weight management.
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Mark Reilly
Family Pet Hospital
Cedar Rapids
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Hayes
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Neumann
Iowa ranked last in public health care spending per person
The report shows Iowa's public health spending at 59 dollars per resident, with rising uninsured rates still low compared to other states. Immunization and prenatal care improved, but obesity climbed from 12.8 percent in 1990 to 23.5 percent, while overall U.S. health has improved slowly since 1990.
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New Natural Liquid Joint Health Solution Promoted
Cedar Rapids ad promotes a natural liquid joint health supplement claiming standard pain medications harm the heart liver and kidneys and that many glucosamine tablets do not dissolve. It markets a new product with a toll free number 1 800 207 6261 and site flexeasy com attributed to Dr Krueger 1962 1st Avenue NE.
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