Needed rebirth as families lose prenatal care ties at clinic
The Women's Clinic stops accepting new pregnancy patients after a dispute with St. Catherine Hospital over care levels. About 900 births occurred at St. Catherine last year with two thirds from Women's Clinic. Unclear if Plaza Medical and Western Kansas centers can absorb demand, likely prompting out of town care. Hospital and clinic have offered little comment, fueling community speculation while urging dialogue to restore essential prenatal services.
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al Zarqawi killed in Iraq with seven aides
Iraq Prime Minister Nouri al Maliki announced the death of Abu Musab al Zarqawi, al Qaida’s leader in Iraq, along with seven aides. The remark contrasts political debate over federal intervention on social issues with security actions.
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