Peace Corps denies pushing woman after training dispute
A Peace Corps official says training is not designed to produce only ideal recruits, countering a 65 year old widow's claim she was dropped for resisting pushups and a mile run. The trainer cites language skill as a factor. the former trainee alleges excessive abuse and coercion.
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Goldwater Jr Contemplates Joining Peace Corps
Barry Goldwater Jr., 23, son of Senator Goldwater, says he is considering joining the Peace Corps. He plans to graduate from Arizona State University in June with a business administration major and discussed the idea with his father over Christmas. He views service abroad as aligning with his beliefs and as an educational advance.
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Four-in-One Serum Test Shows Safe Protection
British researchers report a Belfast University team developed a four-in-one vaccine combining poliomyelitis diphtheria whooping cough and tetanus. In a Lancet article 44 babies aged 6 to 19 months received the shot and all showed protective responses.
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Laos Reports Chinese Capture City Amid Polio Vaccine Debate
An official claim from Laos asserts Chinese troops captured Muong Sing, a report disputed by foreign military sources as unconfirmed. The piece notes prior Pathet Lao rebels' activity and references polio vaccine developments and regional medical responses near the border with China.
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