Deep-Vein Thrombosis Awareness Effort in Iowa City Event
Melanie Bloom led a Coalition to Prevent Deep-Vein Thrombosis talk in Iowa City to raise awareness about DVT risks and prevention after her husband NBC reporter David Bloom died from a related pulmonary embolism. DVT affects about two million Americans yearly with up to 300,000 deaths from complications.
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NBC Correspondent David Bloom Dies in Iraq Assignment
NBC correspondent David Bloom died in 2003 from complications of deep vein thrombosis while on assignment in Iraq. Vice President Dick Cheney is being treated for the condition after extensive travel.
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Radon Levels Loom in Cedar Rapids Home
Gazette reporter Cindy Hadish tests radon in her Cedar Rapids home finding levels just above the EPA action line. She notes radon is a leading lung cancer cause and urges testing, referencing Iowa data showing county averages and the potential need for mitigation.
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Iraq Benchmarks Hindered by Fragmented Leadership
Iraq’s divided leadership struggles to meet pledged benchmarks on security oil and constitutional reform as U S pressure grows. Democratic bills would force Bush to certify progress by July 1 and October 1, heightening urgency for rapid reform to retain U S support and troop involvement.
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Attack on Shiite Center in Baghdad Kills Dozens
At least 32 people die in Baghdad as sectarian violence escalates. Iraq’s political stalemate deepens with talks on replacing Prime Minister Nouri al Maliki and gridlock over provincial elections oil wealth laws and Sunni inclusion.
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Promising foal birth expected after train accident
Bailey the four year old quarter horse survived a westbound train strike near Columbus Junction after floodwaters toppled a fence allowing grazing on tracks. The mare, who lost part of a shoulder, is recovering at Abraham Equine Clinic and likely will deliver a foal in April.
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