Hepatitis B and C prevalence and vaccination guidance
NMDOH estimates about 5 000 New Mexicans have hepatitis B and 30 000 to 35 000 have hepatitis C. About 20 percent of people with HIV/AIDS in the state are co infected. Vaccines exist for hepatitis A and B with free vaccination for under 18. No vaccine for hepatitis C. prevention and education are crucial. Treatment for hepatitis C can last six months to a year with weekly injections and daily pills, requiring compliance. Those untreated should monitor health, avoid alcohol, and get regular checkups. For tests, vaccination, or treatment information call 1 888 364 4372 or visit nmhealth.org.
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Obama unveils plan linking emissions to fuel standards
President announces mandatory 35.5 mpg fleet targets by 2016 covering cars and light trucks with class-specific goals. He says the plan will save 1.8 billion barrels of oil and cut imports, while adding about 1300 in car costs by 2016, and ends state-federal regulatory feuds. Industry leaders and lawmakers attend the Rose Garden ceremony.
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Obama ends feud with national clean car standards
President Obama announced fuel efficiency and tailpipe rules that align with New Mexico’s 2011 emissions plan. Gov. Richardson hailed the move as a victory for the state and dealerships anticipate a national standard easing patchwork rules.
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Senate bill seeks tighter credit card rules in 2010 shift
The measure would require zero over-the-limit fees without consent and 45 days notice before rate hikes. It would cap youth card access, demand proof of repayment ability, and allow parental guarantees. Critics warn reduced lending as foreclosures rise and unemployment climbs. House leaders push rapid passage of a companion bill.
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Senate Gun Carry Provision Faces House Vote Split
Maloney notes a Senate bill addition to permit carrying loaded guns in national parks and refuges. Coburn sponsored the measure, which passed 67 29. Hoyer says the House may vote separately to avoid delaying the credit card reform.
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Drought Stresses Ranchers Across New Mexico Range
Ranchers face poor to very poor health of wheat and sheep as grazing remains scarce. Grass on the range is late to recover, forcing continued feeding costs. Aquifer levels rise and fall seasonally, with limited drought relief possible without late rains.
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Local resident reports seeing large bubble shaped object
A resident told authorities at about 2 p.m. that she observed an object in the cloud line above a parking lot. She described it as resembling the gigantic bubble from the Wizard of Oz.
Pakistan refugees in Buner face slow return amid army push
The Pakistan army offensive against the Taliban has driven about 1.5 million people from their homes and left 50 soldiers dead. In Buner, returns were hindered by shelling and a barbed wire checkpoint, as residents criticized the government for failing to assist displaced families. Over 100,000 remain in camps.
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