Ballerinas at risk from pointe work and abortion drug debate
A SUNY Health Science Center study warns pointe technique risks foot deformities with limited toe box support. Dr. Alan S. Tuckman used toe molds and pressure film to study forefoot pressure, aiding shoe design and medical review. Health experts question RU 486 value in the United States, noting limited advantage for abortion and potential non abortion uses, while safer, legal options exist. A 250,000 annual deaths from unsafe abortions and a large share of hysterectomies deemed unnecessary prompt calls for tighter medical guidelines. Herald Journal staff reports.
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Suny Health Science Center
Syracuse
Alan S. Tuckman
Associated Medical Schools of New York
Tuckman
David Grimes
University of Southern California
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Eating seafood for health and safety myths busted
Readers are urged to include seafood in meals for health and lean fat. Omega-3 fats may protect heart health, while myths about contaminants are debunked. Guidance covers selection, storage, and cooking tips plus simple recipe ideas and kid friendly approaches.
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Food and Drug Administration
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In-law needs lesson in saving his dimes
Dear Ann Landers column explores a letter from Enough is Enough in St. Paul about Tom, a 48 year old heavy drinker who borrows to cover bills, pays back but never saves. The response advises one last bailout with conditions, and warns not to rescue again.
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Alex Trebek
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Lucille
Ere Sonige
Selena Span
Eople
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Court Secrecy Fails as Queen Targets Palace Excerpts
The British High Court blocked publication of Courting Disaster by Barker and Fleetwood Publications for breach of royal employee confidentiality. The injunction, extended worldwide, followed appeals rejected, while U S serialization in Star magazine drew comment from Morton and Koenig on royal press coverage and public image.
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T.C. Sabey
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Nova Scotia
Patrick Mayhew
Barker
Fleetwood Publications
Sobey
United States
Star Magazine
Marion Crawford
Elizabeth I
Royal Nursery
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Stephen P. Barry
Prince Charles
Andrew Morton
Morton
Koda Koenig
The
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Prince Edward
Duke of Edinburgh
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Common cold used to target cystic fibrosis advances
Researchers harness cold viruses as potential carriers to deliver therapies for cystic fibrosis. Early-stage work follows the discovery of the CF gene. carriers with a rare defect are common among Caucasians, with CF affecting about one in 2000 Caucasian babies and causing digestive and respiratory complications.
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Robert Beall
Tsui
University of Toronto
Charlie Sheen seeks rehab amid filming strain
Charlie Sheen checks into a month long rehab citing extreme exhaustion from back to back filming. A spokesman declined to confirm drug or alcohol issues or disclose treatment location or check in date. He also stars in Men At Work Cadence and Rookie with release plans next year.
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Navy Seals
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