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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 2005
Page
2
The Topeka Capital Journal notes Republicans propose removing junk food from public school vending machines to curb unhealthy snacking. Revenue concerns and after school concessions pose hurdles, but districts should act to reduce easy access to unhealthy snacks.
The Parsons Sun discusses a proposed Kansas law modeled on Oklahoma restricting over the counter cold medicines containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine. It would require ID logging and limit purchases to a 90 day supply, with pharmacists bearing added duties while excluding gel caps and liquids. Oklahoma reports an 80 percent drop in meth lab seizures since its law's passage.
The U S Task Force on Drug Importation led by Richard Carmona warns of safety and national security risks from Internet and mail order Canadian prescriptions. Canadian officials push back, fearing demand could raise prices. U J Dosanjh and Prime Minister Paul Martin threaten limits on cross border sales as seniors and lawmakers lobby for access. Jane Orient of the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons cites broader single payer concerns.
A resident reflects on growing up in Ottawa, leaving for opportunities, then returning to raise a family. He praises the town as a good place to grow children yet worries about exposing pre-teen daughters to negative aspects while they enjoy simple activities like biking, downtown strolls, and park outings.
A reader recalls childhood trips to Briscoe's and voices concern over in-store drug paraphernalia and adult magazines visible near the candy. They argue goods should be kept out of sight from children, suggesting moving items to back rooms or removing them to curb negative influences. They vow to avoid purchases at stores that promote such materials.
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