Earthquake in Mexico City Endangers Survivors and Water Supply
In Mexico City thousands of decomposing bodies in collapsed buildings threaten an epidemic as doctors warn of typhoid and other illnesses. Rescue teams race to remove remains while water lines are broken and residents turn to contaminated cisterns, with efforts to prevent infection and protect survivors in the CONALET site.
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Tion
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Normal life months away after devastating Mexico City quakes
Across Mexico City the quake toll rises with estimates from 3,400 to perhaps 10,000 or more dead. Infrastructure collapses strand millions without water power or gas as rescue teams, aided by U S and international crews, search rubble. Officials warn recovery will take months and many neighborhoods face weeks without basic services.
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Mexico City
Feighan absolved in fundraising letter probe
The House ethics committee absolved three congressmen after a June letter urged Democratic offices to involve staff in a DCCC fundraising drive. The 128 page report urged tighter screening of such letters and admonished the DCCC to improve review. Andrews and Feighan said they did not see or authorize the letter.
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al McCandless
Calif
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Texas
FDA wary of baldness ointment linked to deaths
FDA officials express concern over a baldness ointment from Upjohn, minoxidil, tested on 4500 men since 1977. Six deaths occurred from cardiovascular problems AIDS and other causes, though the agency notes no proven cause effect and highlights prior safety concerns tied to tablet forms. Upjohn denies the drug's involvement. Lonitin is approved for severe hypertension in tablet form.
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SAT Scores Show First Decade-Plus Upturn
The Dallas Morning News reported a nine point rise in 1985 average SAT combined score to 906, the largest year-to-year gain since a 22 year decline began in 1963. Math rose to 475 and verbal to 431, as College Board and ACT results awaited today’s confirmation.
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