Florida braces for Frances as two major storms loom
Frances neared Florida with 145 mph winds and a 1000 mile span, raising fears of a second major hit after Charley. Evacuations covered 14.6 million residents, mass flights canceled, and floodwide disruption spread along I-95 and I-4 while officials urged rapid, massive federal aid.
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Erika Marwood
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Michael Brown
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Stephen Baig
National Hurricane Center
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Andrew
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King
Tick bite patient relief after Rocky Mountain fever scare
Emma Lippmann fell ill after a tick was removed from her head in April. Her symptoms progressed to fever, swollen lymph nodes and a rash before improvement with antibiotics from Matsuda at Cedar Rapids clinic. The Lippmanns urge CDC tick handling guidance and freezing removed ticks.
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Cedar Rapids
South Dakota
Bush Promise Reform on Taxes and Social Security
President Bush pledges reform to the tax code and Social Security while touting economic security and national strength. He criticizes Kerry on constitutional marriage positions and outlines health care, pensions, and flexible work plans in a campaign aimed at broad voter concerns amid a divided nation.
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Grassley to open NASDAQ in Times Square
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley will open the NASDAQ Stock Market in Times Square at 9:30 a.m. The piece also notes playful anecdotes from Iowa figures and coverage surrounding the convention, including 4-H chicken trophy stories, a Norway Iowa delegate in Cheney’s box, and comments about Tom Vilsack amid national political chatter.
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Brain scans reveal language specific dyslexia patterns
A set of brain images shows English and Chinese reading engage different brain areas, implying dyslexia varies by language. Researchers say universal cures are unlikely and tailored therapies per language may improve outcomes. The study notes 5-15 percent US prevalence and up to 7 percent in China.
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