Environmental changes and recycling habits pondered
A New Mexico News Service piece notes shifting recycling practices from washing cans to bagging empties, changing light bulb choices to compact fluorescents, and new phosphate free dish detergents. It weighs trade offs in energy, water use, mercury risk, and public policy amid political economy concerns.
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Editorial: U S health care costs and global comparison
The piece notes Americans spend more on health care than any country while others see fewer routine visits. It cites a 2008 recession study showing the U S cut back on preventive care more than Canada Germany England France and Japan. It discusses medical price declines 0.1 percent and rising out-of-pocket costs plus insurance limits and alternatives to reform. It contrasts social insurance models with privatized schemes and critiques the blunt cost-shift approach and Mexico as a cautionary example.
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National Bureau of Economic Research
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England
France
Canada
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U.S. Department of Labor
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Great Britain
Mexico
World Health Organization
PCOS weight loss advice from a medical column
A reader asks about weight loss for a granddaughter with polycystic ovarian syndrome. The columnist explains PCOS often accompanies obesity, outlines diagnosis by exclusion, and recommends exercise, a reduced calorie diet, low carb options, and fiber rich choices. Consider birth control to regulate menses and ongoing supervision by a physician.
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Beck’s Mall rally weaves civics, faith, and symbolism
On the National Mall Glenn Beck staged a mass gathering blending a civics lecture with a gospel choir, a history lesson, and a telethon style appeal. Ross Douthat notes the event resembled a tent revival and pep rally, aiming to tap symbolic power for civic purpose.
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Hagerman and Picacho students earn 1985 national honors
Les Callaway of Hagerman High School was named 1985 Academic All American by the National Secondary Education Council and listed as a 1985 U S national award winner for the honor roll by the U S Achievement Academy. Chris Clements of Picacho won the 1985 State FFA Wildlife Management Proficiency Award and received a $100 prize as he advances toward national finalist consideration.
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