Rural health gap widens as urbanites fare better
Washington AP notes Americans are healthier overall than 25 years ago due to gains in life expectancy infant survival and lower smoking and cholesterol but rural areas lag. Rural residents smoke more lose more teeth and die earlier due to limited preventive care long distances and poverty. Suburbs show the healthiest outcomes with urban areas facing violent death and untreated substance abuse.
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Health varies by population levels across regions
A countrywide health snapshot shows rural Americans under 65 are more often uninsured than urban residents. Suburban areas boast lower teen birth rates and infant mortality than nearby rural and urban populations, reflecting regional health disparities.
Fragmented Health Comment From Wakefield and Zellmer
The statement contrasts past farming with modern work patterns as Wakefield and Zellmer discuss longevity. They reference a grandfather who farmed with hand tools to age 90 on a high-fat diet and an uncle who used tractors, dying around 70, implicating diet and lifestyle in health outcomes. The CDC link is noted.
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Bush outlines new education plan and trade talks push
President Bush campaigns in Florida to press Congress on his education plan amid budget surplus concerns. He highlights new reading initiatives and showcases a Canberra ship bell gift from Australia Prime Minister John Howard as a symbol of alliance.
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Rumsfeld urges veto if no missile defense
Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said he would urge President Bush to veto a defense spending bill if it reduces his request for missile defense. He argued protecting Americans from ballistic missiles is essential while the Senate panel cut 1.3 billion from an 8.3 billion request, though spending would still rise. The bill would curb the president’s ability to deploy ABM treaty violating activities without a congressional vote.
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Sacramento rampage ends as suspect shoots self after chase
Former Burns Security guard Joseph Ferguson, 20, led a 40 minute pursuit through Rancho Cordova after allegedly killing five people. He exchanged gunfire with officers, crashed into a light pole, and died by suicide in a stolen car. A bystander and a highway patrol officer were wounded. race and white supremacist items at Ferguson�s home prompted investigation.
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