Miami AIDS orphan awaits foster home despite progress
A 2 year old boy Herby St Dear at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami has lived there since birth after his mother died of AIDS and his father also has the disease. Social workers report about 20 inquiries from prospective foster parents but fear of AIDS deters them. Doctors say Herby does not have AIDS and, despite developmental delays, could benefit from a permanent home.
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Louisa Mayer
Florida
Social Service Agency
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Hay Hee
Herby
Jackson Memorial Hospital
Ms. Mauer
State Department of Health
Linda Berkowitz
HRS
Gay Leverette
Ms. Berkowitz
Ms. Scott
Miriam Franchi-Alfaro
Ms. Franchi- Alfaro
Mauer
Herby St. Cear
Delia Cano
Miami Jackson Hospital
AMA issues guidelines on child abuse signs
The American Medical Association issuing formal guidelines for doctors to identify and report child abuse. The document lists physical indicators such as bruises burns and unusual fractures along with neglect and signs of sexual and emotional abuse. It urges physicians to engage with social services, follow up with families, and participate in community efforts while noting legal reporting duties.
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American Medical Association
Journal of the American Medical Association
Child Protective Service
Sargent
Christine Holmes
National Committee On the Prevention
American Association For Protecting Children
Katie Bond
Organized Medicine
C. Henry Kempe
Journal
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Jule Hine
House of Delegates
PCB leaks found under White House complex
AP reports two transformers out of 19 in the White House complex leaking cancer causing PCBs. Officials say leaks were sealed July 31 and no threat to public health. GSA and EPA will drain all transformers and fill with non-toxic coolant. two serving the residence had been retrofitted earlier.
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White House
Larry Speakes
Environmental Protection Agency
General Services Administration
Reagan
Nancy
Speakes
West Executive Drive
West Wing
GSA
Few cancer victims take advantage of Georgia's marijuana program
Five years after Georgia allowed cancer patients to smoke marijuana to relieve chemotherapy nausea, fewer than 10 patients use the program out of an expected 1,000. Officials cite doctor reluctance due to stigma and the availability of alternative treatments like THC capsules.
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Georgia
Atlanta
Georgia General Assembly
Andrew Watry
State Board of Medical Examiners
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Watry
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