Helmet laws go back on the table after KU study
The University of Kansas Medical Center study finds cyclists without helmet use since 1976 saw a 150 percent higher death rate in crashes and hospital costs average eighteen thousand dollars more per person. The piece argues costs fall on everyone through insurance and taxes, urging the Legislature to reconsider helmet legislation.
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Turned-Off Voters and a National Get-Out-The-Vote Push
The Kansas secretary of state shared that newspapers would run space for a nationwide get-out-the-vote campaign created by the Ad Council for the National Association of Secretaries of State. Officials worry about declining registration and turnout while arguing such ads may be ineffective as voters feel their vote won’t matter. They cite government growth and complexity as reasons voters doubt impact of their X mark.
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Taking Your Own Blood Pressure Cardio at home guidance and Q A
A home health column explains how to measure blood pressure with a cuff and stethoscope, noting systolic and diastolic readings and the artery pulse. It includes readers' medical questions about prostate infection back pain, interstitial cystitis, and fuel fumes, with Dr. Donohue’s explanations and clinical cautions.
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A Conservative View The Mumbo-Jumbo Show
James Kilpatrick reviews the Reagan Anderson debate, noting it offered insights into their personalities and economic philosophies. He dismisses lengthy budget projections as hokum, praising Reagan’s specificity and contrasting Anderson’s forceful style with Carter’s weak image.
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Savings And Loan League Attacks Federal Reserve Board
New York AP reports the U S League of Savings Associations, a major mortgage group, accuses the Federal Reserve Board of favoring commercial banks over savings institutions and hindering long term financial planning. William OConnell, executive vice president, warns of excessive unaccountable power held by non elected officials.
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World of People TV reality show debuts in syndication
Reality infused program created by Bill Hillier features six presenters in three regional centers. It airs 30 minutes daily in 44 markets including Boston, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, aiming for light entertainment with froth over substance.
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O'Connell attacks Fed policy in Ottawa on deregulation plan
The speech denounces erratic Federal Reserve actions and DIDC control as harmful to the economy. He traces mortgage lending woes to inflation from the Vietnam era, oil prices, and deficits, arguing deregulation should unfold gradually over six years under DIDC oversight with the Fed as lead agency.
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