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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1999

Page

8

Iowa's close vote on constitutional amendments

Iowans backed two amendments by a slim margin, signaling careful consideration of spending rules and tax proposals. The editorial notes the 99 percent spending limit belongs in law not the constitution and warns against interpreting the result as broad permission to tax or spend.

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Silicone breast implants evaluated by National Academy panel

The National Academy of Sciences asked the Institute of Medicine to assess medical evidence on implants. The panel found no definitive links to cancer or systemic illnesses, urged informed warnings about rupture and replacement, and noted breast milk benefits. Public opinion and court beliefs contrast with the cautious scientific stance.

Elvis Bill Clinton Monica Lewinsky Institute of Medicine Nas.edu Dow Corning National Academy of Sciences Independent Stuart Bondurant University of North Carolina Chapel Hill Food and Drug Administration FDA Court of Public Opinion

Breast implants safety debate questions sufficiency of data

Diana Zuckerman argues the 400 page Institute of Medicine report relies on 17 epidemiological studies funded by manufacturers and surgeons. She notes rare diseases and long-term effects require larger, better designed studies and upcoming government analyses to determine true safety.

Diana Zuckerman Institute of Medicine National Cancer Institute Vietnam

Ten Commandments in schools spark debate on gun violence

Ron Howes argues against posting the Ten Commandments in public schools citing mixed religious bases and claims lawmakers misinterpret the issue. He notes supposed effects on school shootings and mocks political statements by Rep. Bob Barr.

House of Representatives Senate Columbine High Bob Barr R-Ga Columbine High School

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