Butler Faces Cancer Pause In Dodgers Return Plans
The Dodgers star Butler contemplates life after cancer as he battles weakness delaying a return to baseball. He hopes to rejoin for a September pennant drive but says future goals may include management, ESPN commentary, or seminary as his wife hurries him to finish his drink.
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Biotechnology probing ethics of embryo and gene testing
Philadelphia AP report on biotech industry grappling with ethical questions. Experts discuss testing embryos for BRCA1 and other genes, privacy protections, and potential discrimination. Industry groups hire ethicists, conduct public polls, and push for genetic privacy laws as scientists expand capabilities and risks rise.
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North Carolina Biotechnology Center
Grocers Fight Cancer Day at Giant Eagle Stores
The American Cancer Society and Giant Eagle sponsor a charity event tomorrow at three Giant Eagle locations 3230 Wilmington Road 1700 Butler Road Lawrence Village Plaza. Jeff Gehm and Loretta Michalesko chair the effort with local celebrities bagging groceries. Tips and a portion of proceeds benefit Cancer Society research education and services with prizes blood pressure checks body fat analysis and information on self exams. Lawrence unit contact 654 5576.
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Researchers Unveil Super Shaker For Precision Calibrations
Washington AP Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology are building the Super Shaker to double accelerometer calibration accuracy. Accelerometers measure shakes in items from aircraft engines to computer disk drives, aiding precise motion sensing and reliability.
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National Institute of Standards and Technology
Medical savings plan compromise unveiled
Washington AP report on a Republican proposal to phase in medical savings accounts as part of health reform. White House officials note progress but cite unresolved issues. Kennedy dismisses it as a travesty. Dole calls the plan solid though not vote-ready before his departure. The plan initially targets small employers and the self employed, with later expansion subject to study and Congress approval. Kennedy warns against reckless nationwide rollout. Kassebaum favors limited access. The dispute delays final action on a bipartisan health insurance bill.
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