Lead levels higher in blacks in nationwide survey
A national survey by FDA and NCHS finds blacks have markedly higher blood lead levels than whites from similar neighborhoods. Preschool black children from poor families show elevated lead risk. overall 2 percent of Americans have elevated levels.
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Gomulka dies at 77 after Polish leadership era
Former Polish leader Wladyslaw Gomulka died at age 77 after leading the Polish Communist Party from 1956 to 1970. He played a key role in halting Soviet troops here and ushering brief liberalizations known as Polish October. The death followed months with cancer hospital care.
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U S eases sanctions on overseas firms over pipeline case
Washington signals limited penalties for European firms defying Reagan boycott. Regan says only exports of oil and gas equipment and technology will be blocked, narrowing the broader export ban imposed on Dresser France Creusot-Loire and John Brown Engineering. Thatcher protests to Reagan in Glasgow.
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Drug Rimantadine Cuts Flu Cases in Outbreak
Experimental rimantadine reduced influenza A cases by 85 percent during a Burlington outbreak in 1981. The study involved 440 healthy volunteers led by Dr. Raphael Dolin at the University of Vermont Medical School. Side effects included sore throat fever and headache but were not always flu.
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Aspirin Blocks Sunburn Findings by Mount Sinai Researchers
Three researchers exposed to UV rays report aspirin nearly triples sun tolerance when taken as directed. They warn that sunscreens remain safer, noting the study suggests taking three tablets every four hours up to 12 daily. Dr. Stephen N. Horwitz cites personal improvement in sun exposure time.
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