Stowaways die aboard Dominican Republic bound ship
Three Sora men who boarded a cargo ship in the Dominican Republic were found dead Tuesday inside a clothing-filled container at the Port of Palm Beach. Nine Dominicans and one Cuban had stowed away. at least seven others hospitalised after two days at sea. Officials cited possible asphyxiation as the cause while authorities investigate remaining details.
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Weight gain linked to higher breast cancer risk
A large study of 95,000 nurses finds substantial breast cancer risk rises with adult weight gain, especially in postmenopausal women not using estrogen. Gaining 45 pounds or more doubles the risk of metastatic cancer versus small weight changes, linked to higher estrogen from body fat.
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Doctors vary in advice on weight diet and smoking
A study of 6 549 Massachusetts state employees in 12 health plans finds doctors more often counsel rich patients on weight and exercise while poorer patients are urged to quit smoking. Despite inconsistent counseling, poor patients are likelier to heed advice. doctors speculate time and illness burden influence guidance.
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Air bags cost-benefit study compares passenger and driver sides
A study in The Journal of the American Medical Association finds passenger-side airbags cost 61,000 dollars per life year saved, versus 24,000 for driver-side bags. Air bags are still worthwhile compared with some health treatments but not as cost-effective as seat belts. One child per ten adult lives saved on the passenger side mirrors overall government ratios.
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Senators push bills to enact tobacco settlement terms
Senators McCain Hollings and Kennedy rush tobacco legislation before adjournment to codify the June 386.5 billion settlement and an 18 billion farmer bailout while considering broader plans. Republicans Nickles Hatch Lautenberg weigh options as aides say action shifts next year with strategic timing.
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