Mexico swine flu cases surge as study estimates hidden infections
An Imperial College study in Science suggests Mexico may have had 6,000 to 32,000 swine flu infections by April 23, with 23,000 possible cases before the outbreak was recognized. Authorities report 56 deaths and 2,059 confirmed cases while global cases exceed 5,250.
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Bleak forecast for Social Security and Medicare trust funds
The AP reports that the trustees for Social Security and Medicare anticipate worse financing as a deep recession cuts payroll tax receipts. Analysts foresee earlier depletion dates, with Social Security possibly needing federal support sooner and Medicare facing greater strain from rising health costs and tax declines. President Obama focuses on Medicare ahead of Social Security, amid big deficits projected this year and over the next decade.
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Robo calls trigger FTC probes on expired car warranties
Federal regulators near lawsuits against firms behind nationwide robo calls warning of expiring auto warranties. FTC inquiries and an online complaints link aim to curb the scam, which has drawn 300000 complaints and spurred actions in 40 states. Missouri filed suit against USfidelis, the large warranty firm tied to the scheme.
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