Study probes link between uranium and kidney illness
A University of New Mexico led study with Eastern Navajo Health Board and others presents initial results on a possible link between uranium in drinking water and kidney disease among Navajo communities. Findings are preliminary with four years of study ahead, focusing on uranium’s effect separate from diabetes.
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Bishop Pelotte Moves From ICU in Phoenix
The Diocese of Gallup reports that Bishop Donald E. Pelotte was moved from the ICU at John C. Lincoln Hospital in Phoenix. Gallup chancellor Deacon Tim Lujan refused media interviews and answered select questions about the bishop’s injuries after a police report described a serious incident at Pelotte’s Gallup home on July 23. Pelotte maintains it was a fall, but Lujan says the bishop appeared possibly assaulted and notes uncertainty in the report.
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Grants Leaders Forge Diversified Path After Uranium Decline
CCEDF leaders in Grants New Mexico push economic revival after uranium downturn. Lawrence Sanchez notes job loss housing decline and slashed infrastructure. The group aims to attract varied, higher paying jobs with state labor support and programs like PRO, targeting Blue Dot Sterling Homes to diversify and stabilize the local economy.
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New Teachers Arrive for Gallup Orientation at Gallup High
Bill Donovan reports about 50 new teachers attending a Gallup High School orientation. Matt Salevno chose Gallup over other districts after being recruited from San Diego to teach secondary math in Ramah. He cites lifestyle and cultural diversity as key draws. The program emphasizes local cultural awareness amid improved relations with the teachers union.
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