Iowa Guardsmen Help Afghan Farmers Build Trust and Yields
Col. Craig Bargfrede led the 734th Agribusiness Development Team on a 10 month mission in Afghanistan ending mid June. He says improving farming techniques and gaining Afghan trust in Americans counters Taliban pressure and supports long term stability as U S troops plan withdrawal. The Dirt Warriors earned recognition as honest hardworking allies building a positive future for locals.
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Sept 11 ten years later health tracked by volunteers
The Gazette reports ongoing health monitoring of lower Manhattan residents, workers, and volunteers from Sept 11, 2001. The World Trade Center Health Registry, funded by NIOSH, enters a third round of interviews asking for enrollment to continue tracking physical and mental outcomes. More than 71,400 participants have enrolled so far.
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9 11 anniversary event plan and Red Cross volunteers listed
Details show an organization planning a 9 11 memorial event with a Saturday publication. Names include Ce dar Rapids Peter Teahen and Marion Margeret Melchert who helped in New York City after 9 11 with the American Red Cross.
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Flu shots roll out with smaller needle option
Washington report notes a new antigen sparing needle tiny enough to ease fears while adult doses remain available. About 166 million flu vaccine doses are expected this year with standard shots high dose nasal spray and a new needle free option for some adults. Federal health officials advise vaccination this year as immunity wanes and strains persist.
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