New York Dog Tests Positive for Swine Flu
A 13 year old mixed breed dog in White Plains, New York is the first U.S. case confirmed to carry the same swine flu strain infecting humans. Experts say transmission from pets to people is not evidenced and unlikely, though animals can carry flu viruses.
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New York
Michael San Filippo
American Veterinary Medical Association
Anne Schuchat
Federal
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Giuliani ends bid for New York office
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani announced he will not seek statewide office in 2010 citing commitments to law and consulting work. He had considered runs for governor or the U.S. Senate and endorsed Rick Lazio for governor.
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David Paterson
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Kirsten Gillibrand
Health care overhaul sparks pain before gains for many
Democrats push health care reform through Congress with tax hikes and Medicare cuts taking effect early while subsidies and protections roll out later. Kaiser and CBO note premium rises for many, especially those buying own policies, even as two thirds rely on large employer plans. The White House signals momentum despite GOP opposition.
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Drew Altman
Kaiser Family Foundation
Congressional Budget Office
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Ahmadinejad dismisses U.S. deadline on nuclear deal
Iran's president defies Washington by rejecting a year end deadline to accept a U N drafted swap of enriched uranium for fuel rods. He also accuses the United States of fabricating a secret document and strengthens Tehran's stance amid post election protests and regional pressure.
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Barack Obama
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Shiraz
EMTs on coffee break blamed in holding dying pregnant woman
Brooklyn EMT dispatchers Jason Green and Melissa Jackson faced suspension as the DA opened an investigation into their failure to help Butisha Rennix who collapsed at Au Bon Pain. Rennix died and her unborn daughter perished. her mother denounced the inaction as inhuman while the EMTs’ lawyer defended them saying they acted to the best of their abilities.
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Melissa Jackson
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Associated Press
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Emts’ Union
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