Doctors urge Americans to reduce salt intake nationwide
Health experts urge cutbacks on calories fats carbs and especially sodium. The American Heart Association says 75 percent of salt comes from processed foods, while doctors warn hypertension risks rise with high salt. Kansas data show 27 percent diagnosed with hypertension in 2007.
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McCain Maintains Confidence Ahead of Iowa Rally
Republican John McCain urged voters to elect him to check a Democratic Congress he says will raise taxes and grow government. He dismissed Obama inauguration talk, warned of Democratic control, and touted his campaign as closing the gap with Obama in key states including Iowa where polls show Obama ahead.
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Survivor credits flu shots and miracle recovery of Ed Barnhart
The Topeka case recounts Ed Barnhart a 57 year old Prairie Park School counselor who faced a near fatal influenza A battle with pneumonia staph and strep. Doctors at St Francis Hospital gave him less than a 10 percent chance to live. He recovered and returned to work. His wife calls it a miracle. Kansas health data note five influenza deaths last season. Barnhart’s dramatic return is highlighted in a local video report.
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Town Hall Meeting Opens Debate on Local Economy
Area residents are invited to a Tuesday town hall to give input on economic conditions and policy impacts. Officials will outline current efforts and collect resident perspectives to guide local decisions.
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