Judge to rule soon in hazing death lawsuits
In Orlando Florida FAMU lawyers argue the case over drum major Robert Champion’s hazing death should be dismissed. They say Champion knew what he was doing and deny institutional coercion while challengers claim he faced coercive band traditions.
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Decline in child sex abuse linked to awareness and policy
A University of New Hampshire report finds a 20 year decline in child sexual abuse in the United States. Data show a 62 percent drop in substantiated claims from 1992 to 2010 and a 69 percent fall in teen sexual assaults from 1993 to 2008. Experts attribute this to increased awareness, improved safety, and stronger enforcement.
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Simple measures cut infections in hospitals
A seven hospital project including the Cleveland Clinic reduced infections after colorectal surgeries by nearly one third and saved about 4 million dollars. Measures included germ fighting pre-surgery showers and team changes of gowns gloves and instruments during operations to limit germ spread.
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Nanny pleads not guilty in double child murder case
Yoselyn Ortega, 50, charged with two counts of murder for stabbing death of 6-year-old Lucia and 2-year-old Leo in New York City. She pleaded not guilty from a hospital bed after earlier attempting suicide, with arraignment conducted by attorney Valerie Leer-Greenberg.
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Marina
Kevin Krim
Marina Krim
Associated Press
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