Unnatural Causes TV Movie Shown on NBC Channel 17
Editorial reflects on the NBC airing of Unnatural Causes about Agent Orange and its effects on Vietnam veterans. It questions scientific proof of cancer links, condemns profit-driven toxin testing, notes miscarriages in Vietnam, and urges reader vigilance about air quality and chemical use locally while considering future generations and environmental health.
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Channel 17
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Vietnam
Federal Environmental Protection Agency
Agent Orange
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Common Science: aspirin's uses and risks
Joe Jeffers explains aspirin reduces fever pain and inflammation by blocking prostaglandin formation. It can trigger adverse reactions in allergic individuals. Risks include stomach bleeding ulcers and potential hearing loss with loud exposure. Reye's Syndrome in children with flu or chicken pox is a major concern. Consult a doctor when on other meds.
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Joe Jeffers
Bugs in auto air conditioner linked to health issues
In 1985 Gossets in Raytown Mo found a urine like odor after turning on their car air conditioner in a Nissan Maxima. Tests found a carrier for bacillus and molds in 25 autos examined by LSU. Health reports warn molds and microorganisms in car ACs can trigger breathing problems in allergy and asthma sufferers. Remedies include drying the evaporator and applying a fungicidal mold inhibitor or longer lasting mold preventers.
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Raytown
Shirley
Donald Gossett
Don Gossett
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Kansas City
Louisiana State University
Journal of the American Medical Association
New England Journal of Medicine
Bio - Tech Systems
Chicago
Los Angeles Times Syndicate
Companions Sue Strong and Henrietta the Capuchin Monkey
In Manhattan a quadriplegic woman Sue Strong depends on her 17 year old Capuchin monkey Henrietta for care and companionship. Henrietta’s devotion grows beyond duty into a deep bond shaping daily life and home routine.
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Sue
Manhattan
Oregon
Sue Strong
New York
Los Angeles Times Syndicate
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