Millions without power as storms slam seven states
Utility crews race to restore electricity after a derecho lashed the Midwest to the Mid Atlantic leaving 1.26 million homes and businesses in the dark. Death toll stood at 24 amid scorching heat and dangerous generator fumes. Residents sought cooling centers as crews from Quebec to Oklahoma battled tangled debris and damaged substations. Public officials pressed Pepco and BGE to restore service faster while vulnerable residents waited in hotels and air conditioned public spaces.
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Health care expansion beyond scope after Supreme Court ruling
The Supreme Court decision leaves 30 million or more uninsured facing uncertain coverage as states may opt out of Medicaid expansion. About 15 million may gain private insurance via exchanges and subsidies, while another 15 million could be covered through Medicaid if states participate. Florida plans to opt out, with others likely to follow, leaving many low income residents without clear paths to care.
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Supreme Court
Barack Obama
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Rick Scott
FDA approves first rapid take home HIV test
The FDA authorized the OraQuick at home HIV test for over the counter use, delivering results in 20 to 40 minutes from a saliva mouth swab. About 240,000 of the 1.2 million infected Americans are unaware of their status, making home testing a key option. The test is 92 percent sensitive and 99 percent specific in trials, but not 100 percent accurate. Orasure plans October launches through Walgreens CVS Walmart and online.
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Food and Drug Administration
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Andy Griffith Dies At 86 In North Carolina
North Carolina actor Andy Griffith known for Sheriff Andy Taylor on The Andy Griffith Show and defense attorney Ben Matlock died Tuesday at age 86. He passed away at his Dare County home on Roanoke Island after past heart issues. His career spanned Broadway film and television with enduring popular roles and honors including the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
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