Drug Testing Babies in Syracuse Sparks Privacy Debate
Syracuse officials propose testing all newborns in area hospitals for drugs to link substance use to infant mortality. Critics warn of privacy violations and potential law enforcement access, arguing confidentiality could fail and deter prenatal care. Autopsies offer an alternative without violating rights.
Health risks for trash haulers and incinerator workers
An editorial warns that Onondaga County trash workers face health hazards from plant emissions and ash. Doctors cite carcinogenic metals organic compounds and dioxins, urging monitoring of workers pre and post incineration. Health guidelines for municipal crews are urged.
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Sophomore Punished Over Two Midol Tablets At Cicero-North Syracuse
Danette Klochaney faced a five day suspension for bringing two Midol tablets to school under the district dog rule no medications, with Regents exam time looming. Officials assert the rule is clear and the punishment fits the policy. The same article praises Congressman Walsh urging a federal probe of Syracuse infant mortality, noting black baby death rates higher than larger cities and a county ten year plan.
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Targeted reforms urged for hospital payments in New York
Thomas R. DAngelo of Blue Cross Blue Shield Syracuse argues that 1991 hospital rate increases should be targeted to ill hospitals and outpatient Medicaid payments improved. He warns broad rate hikes will raise employers health insurance premiums and fail to fix underlying outpatient reimbursement issues.
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Why Brown stopped playing SU in lacrosse
Brown did not drop Syracuse from its schedule because of the Gait brothers. As an Ivy League school, Brown does not offer athletic scholarships. One must be an above-average student to attend Brown, hence to participate in sports at Brown. Colleges and universities are there to educate, not to entertain. It is time we put college sports into their proper prospective. Frankly, I would prefer to see a group of students who selected a particular school for its academic qualities competing against similarly inclined students, than to watch the semi-professional moves of players whose right to be attending a university is questionable. Brown cannot compete with SU, or many other schools, for the best athletes. Young men who devote their growing years to excelling in a particular sport generally do so at the expense of other facets of their lives, particularly learning. If they don't have the grades, they can't play in the Ivy League. This leaves Brown, and other institutions of higher learning, at a tremendous disadvantage in recruiting. This is why Brown dropped SU. BRAD TIFFANY LaFayette.
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Bus schedule change harms Conifer Village riders in Baldwinsville
On May 7 S&O Bus Company altered routes causing 230 Conifer Village residents to lose convenient access to Syracuse buses. Downtown bus times are 1:32 p.m. arrival and 2:35 p.m. departure, leaving only one hour for downtown errands. Residents urge improved service after meetings with village town county and state officials.
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No easy solutions Abortion is a complex issue
A reader responds to Markert's letter noting abortion's complexity and urging compassion. The writer argues neither side can judge a woman's decision and calls for expanding support for birth control education, foster care, and programs for delaying pregnancy and aiding children in need.
Reestablishing Morning Bus Service Promoted by Local Group
Alice Stowell of Baldwinsville leads landowners in protest against state policy while urging one morning bus per day to improve city access. The letter defends Adirondack landowner rights, condemns the governor and alleged propaganda, and asserts commitment to protecting property and nature.
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