Local physician keeps Herrin man close to home
Benedict J. Calcaterra 81 credits a nearby Memorial Hospital doctor for saving his life after a June 19 stent procedure to unblock a nearly closed artery. He had triple bypass 12 years ago and needed nearby care to avoid long trips. His son Anthony says the local service is vital for regional patients.
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New catheter based heart procedures offer faster recovery
A new physician explains that catheter guided angioplasty and optional stenting provide less invasive treatment for heart blockages. Patients typically go home the day after and can resume normal activities quickly. The local cath lab aims to reduce need for open heart surgery and save lives by treating blockages promptly.
Senate panel backs $2 billion for next year's wildfires
The Senate Appropriations Committee voted to provide 2 billion dollars to fight wildfires next year amid Western protests that hundreds of millions more are needed for this year's blazes. Senators Burns and Domenici warned current funds fall short of 2002 costs and growing fires in Colorado and Arizona have burned over half a million acres.
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Region eyes 1750 jobs from coal plant to power AmerenCIPS substation
Wentz highlighted a coal mine and the 1750 jobs linked to a new power plant and a transfer to an AmerenCIPS substation in West Frankfort. He warned of many permits, air and water, with IEPA reviews taking up to a year, construction at least two years away. Illinois Energy negotiates 21 million gallons daily with Rend Lake Conservancy District. $500,000 state grant possible. total permit cost around $5 million.
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