Critics press risk tests for DNA experiments at NIH Fort Detrick
Government scientists plan long awaited risk assessments on recombinant DNA research beginning in April at NIH Bethesda Maryland and in Fort Detrick former germ warfare facilities. Critics say the studies should have preceded the gene splitting work and note the delay caused by a lawsuit from Ferdinand Mack of Frederick Maryland.
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Immunity struggle in Akron family prompts transplant case
In Akron Ohio a 4 year old Jamie born without immunity battles infections and has partial protection from fetal liver cell transplants, with his 11 year old brother Ricky in isolation at Duke. Their mother recalls daily hope amid medical uncertainty as doctors pursue further transplants.
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Sewing contest opens for 1978 National Grange event
Monroe Grange sponsors a local contest inviting Grangers and nonmembers to enter the 1978 National Grange Sewing Contest. Entry forms and rules are available by calling Mrs. Mary M. Mehl. Garments must be made February through April 30 with local judging in May.
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Registration Opens for Middletown YMCA Programs
Middletown Area YMCA begins enrollment for adult youth and preschool programs. Adult offerings include swimming effective reading techniques bridge ballroom disco dancing skin and scuba diving swimnastics yoga belly dancing trimnastics slim living fitness and gymnastics. Youth options cover swimming diving synchronized swimming tumbling trampoline guitar crafts air rifle and archery. Preschool classes feature swimming and gym. Classes start March 20.
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You Can Trim Health Care Costs by Better Self Care
A concise plea explains why health care costs stay high and how lifestyle changes matter. It notes inflation and medical advances raise expenses, urges shared responsibility among individuals and providers, and highlights programs by Blue Cross and Blue Shield to curb costs. A call to action offers a free booklet and a film option via Box 8008 Chicago 60680.
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