Measles surge blamed on lax immunization laws
Federal health expert Dr. J Donald Millar cited a nationwide rise in measles cases due to many children remaining susceptible and weak enforcement of immunization laws at state and local levels. Through May 1977, 27 360 cases were reported, with two thirds of states affected and outbreaks in cities including Los Angeles Detroit and Pittsburgh.
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Mutations in saccharin impurities found in tests
Ottawa government scientists report that a concentrated mixture of impurities in saccharin produced mutations in microorganisms in Ames test assays. The impurity itself mutagenic while the saccharin base did not. Researchers caution it may take years to identify the substance and assess cancer risk or removal feasibility.
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Newborn Flora Amy Beth Leach Born During Arrest Scene
Mrs Leach and her infant daughter Flora Amy Beth Leach were photographed at Metropolitan General Hospital in Cleveland. The baby was born Saturday as her father Ashley Leach, arrested on a disorderly conduct charge on Public Square, awaited an appeal. He had been held at Cleveland Psychiatric Institute after slashing his wrists, was released on 100000 bond and faces municipal court tomorrow.
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Women pass testing for space shuttle life
Ten women aged 35 to 45 at NASA Ames completed a 24 day program to assess how long bed rest simulating weightlessness would affect them. The nine day in bed was central, with exercises, lab tests, and centrifuge rides. They found no adverse effects and said the experience proved the age group could work in space.
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Slain Motorist Targeted by Teen Shotgun Attack
Detroit police hunt a 13 year old boy after a motorist, George Malechikos, 69, was shot at an east side intersection while stopped for a red light. He died at St John Hospital. Two companions, about 13, were with the suspect. Victim worked for Michigan Bell and was en route to work. The motive is unknown and robbery is ruled out.
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