Health budget cuts feared sparking epidemics across nation
Public health groups warn Reagan's proposed five billion dollar cut to health programs could trigger measles polio and rubella outbreaks and leave millions of children un immunized. HHS officials deny cuts and insist CDC will receive funds and continue basic programs.
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American Public Health Association
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Matek
Center For Disease Control
HHS
Richard Schweiker
Capitol Hill
George E. Pickett
University of Alabama
Public Health Association
Charles Dickens
William Foege
CDC
Planner McGinnis Offers to Quit to Save Commission
Lorain County Planning Commission faces funds crisis as member communities cut support. Rich ard McGinnis proposes retirement to preserve operations and keep two planners, amid projected revenue drop and staff reductions.
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Lorain County Regional Planning Commission
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Insurance costs dominate U.S. spending at 235 billion
The National Insurance Consumer Organization backed by Ralph Nader reports Americans pay 235 billion in premiums yearly, 11.7 percent of disposable income, equaling 1025 dollars per person. President Robert Hunter calls the system inefficient, refunding about 50 to 60 cents per dollar.
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Washington
UPI
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National Insurance Consumer Organization
Donahey Eyes Arena Vote Amid 1.3 Million Shortfall
The embattled Ohio treasurer Donahey Donahey says she may run again despite a $1.3 million accounting shortfall. In a 50 minute interview she and aide Dennis Yacobozzi defend the handling as probes continue. The state plans to recoup shortages via bonding and awaits an outside audit due mid March.
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Dennis Yacobozzi
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Price Waterhouse & C
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Night and Friday Weather Outlook Preview
Clear tonight with a near zero low. Mostly sunny Friday with highs in the low 20s. Little to no precipitation tonight and a 10 percent chance Friday. Winds variable at 10 mph or less tonight. Sunrise 7:28 a.m. Sunset 5:56 p.m. Details on Page A-4.
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