Firms deny renting defective autos
Washington AP report says major car rental firms reject Waxman charges they ignore safety recalls. Avis Hertz and Budget deny keeping recalled cars on road. Avis claims near full compliance with 30 day recall returns. Waxman cites FTC Los Angeles delays and missing recall figures from GM.
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Particles linked to disease in breakthrough prion study
SAN FRANCISCO AP Researchers led by Dr. Stanley Prusiner link prions to Alzheimer's disease, suggesting plaques are a cause rather than a waste product. The study in Cell notes prions form amyloid-like rods and may help develop treatments, though Alzheimer's is not contagious.
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First lady consoles liver patient's mom in Pittsburgh
Debbie Pinheiro seeks a donor liver for her four year old daughter Justine, one of three children globally with two nonfunctional livers. Nancy Reagan phoned to offer support, while Justine remains stable yet critically needy at Children's Hospital. Justine’s condition stems from biliary atresia and a reversed stomach and liver, with only a donor organ fitting available room. The family has funding reserved for the second operation and has rented a Pittsburgh apartment to stay near the child.
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