Mandatory Driver's Tests For Seniors Spark Public Debate
Readers from several towns weigh in on mandatory driving tests for all ages. Suggestions call for periodic testing every five to ten years, with written and road exams, while critics warn tests won't resolve rudeness or overblown media coverage of accidents.
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Possible Cure for Diabetes Sparks Hope and Caution
Researchers at the University of Alberta report success transplanting insulin producing pancreatic cells into eight patients from Alberta Saskatchewan and Yellowknife. While patients no longer need insulin injections they must take drugs to prevent rejection and long term side effects are unknown. A major drawback is organ donor shortages delaying wider use amid growing transplant lists.
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Maria's Musings on Organ Donation Shortage In Health Progress
The writer notes a shortage of people donating organs for medical research whether for religious or other reasons. They urge seeing progress by scientists to sway consciences toward donation for future generations. The piece reflects on young patients needing injections and praises Alberta University breakthroughs to inspire normal lives.
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