UI considers nonmedical leader for university presidency
UI health leaders argue health science experience should not be a requirement for the next president. They say it would be desirable but not mandatory, contrasting with regents who vetoed four finalists for lacking health care backgrounds.
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U S presidential search committee begins candidate talks
A 13 member committee formed last month held its first executive session Friday to discuss potential candidates. Committee Chairman David Johnson, dean of the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, spoke about the initial discussions.
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Parents wary as HPV vaccine moves toward mandates
Molly Dickerson of Alburnett voices caution over making HPV vaccine mandatory for girls, citing insufficient research. Across the nation, parental groups and religious entities challenge sweeping vaccine mandates, with 19 states pushing required coverage or access and 13 others seeking insurer obligations. Cervical cancer remains a leading cause of death among women, tied to HPV.
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What is HPV and its cancer connection
HPV or Human Papillomavirus refers to a group of over 160 viruses. More than 30 strains are sexually transmitted and some high risk strains can cause cervical or genital cancers while low risk types may lead to Pap test abnormalities or genital warts.
Democrats Reject Bush Iraq Troop Surge in Historic Clash
The House voted 246 to 189 against Bush’s plan to send more troops to Iraq, a symbolic rebuke as Democrats push to block a $93 billion Pentagon request. Speaker Pelosi says the vote signals a new Iraqi policy direction. 17 Republicans joined 229 Democrats. The Senate will test a similar measure.
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House votes non-binding Iraq troop deployment opposition
The House passed a non-binding measure opposing President Bush's plan to deploy more troops to Iraq. Sol-Democrats 229 voted for. 19 Republicans 17 Democrats voted against. 2 Republicans abstained. IRGE: U.S. Congress.
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Iowa House votes split along party lines
Howlowans voted in favor with Democratic Representatives Bruce Braley Dave Loebsack and Leonard Boswell backing the measure while Republicans Tom Latham and Steve King opposed. The vote reflected a clear party alignment in the delegation.
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Senate Leaders to Press Vote on Identical Measure
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid plans a vote on an identical measure today. Sen Joe Biden canceled a Cedar Rapids trip to join the debate while Sen John McCain kept his Cedar Rapids plans.
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Loebsack to Visit Iraq on Lawmakers Trip
Rep Dave Loebsack a Democrat from Iowa's 2nd District will join six representatives visiting Iraq to review military and political conditions. He aims to gain perspective on ending the conflict and bringing troops home safely while serving on the House Armed Forces Committee. The Iowa district includes Cedar Rapids and Iowa City.
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NICC Students Back $35 Million Bond for Upgrades
Northeast Iowa Community College students praise Calmar and Peosta campuses and back Tuesday bond plans. Lindsay Mueller of Postville says she already voted yes by absentee as she nears graduation in respiratory therapy.
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