Readers flood column on Elian raid and custody clash
Readers respond in heavy volume to a April column on the Miami raid to seize Elian Gonzalez from his great uncle. Critics weigh in on custody legality, moral questions, and the use of force. The debate centers on whether the government overstepped and if Elian belongs with his father or relatives.
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Experimental diet lowers blood sugar in diabetics
A small study published in the New England Journal of Medicine shows diabetics who followed a high fiber diet with 50 grams daily reduced blood sugar by about 10 percent compared with the ADA diet. The regimen also improved cholesterol, though participants did not reduce medication.
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Government approves saline breast implants sale in US
The FDA ruled that saline filled breast implants from Mentor Corp and McGhaw Medical can stay on the market despite adviser warnings. About 130,000 American women received implants last year under a government loophole.
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Correction to 1987 Cedar Rapids history committee report
The Gazette corrects an error from a Monday story about the Cedar Rapids Historical Committee formed in 1987. The paper notes it will respond to complaints on accuracy and fairness, with corrections published in this space. readers may call 398-8313.
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The Gazette Promotes Soybean Ink and Recycling Drive
The Gazette champions future farming by using soybean ink on recycled newsprint. It urges readers to recycle newspapers at City Carton on Sixth St SW or nearby collection points.
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Doctors fail to diagnose alcohol abuse study reveals
A national survey by the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse found about 94 percent of doctors did not consider substance abuse among five possible diagnoses for a patient with abdominal pain gastritis blood pressure issues and insomnia. Calıfano urged improved medical education and licensing emphasis, while Dr. Corlin noted symptoms are common to many conditions yet can signal alcohol abuse.
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Santa Monica
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