Self-exam needed on surgical abuses in health care
A congressional subcommittee cites millions of unnecessary operations and thousands of deaths, while the AMA disputes the figures. The piece argues for reform without sweeping government control, urging transparency, second opinions, and strengthened peer review to curb needless and incompetent surgery.
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Noone
American Medical Association
AMA
Department of Health, Education and Welfare
Carter urged to seek Davis Bacon repeal over inflation concern
President Carter may urge Congress to amend or repeal the Davis Bacon Act after a GAO study finds enforcement failures and inflationary cost. The GAO argues the Labor Department lacks data on prevailing wages, causing high side errors and added project costs.
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Carter
Congress
General Accounting Office
GAO
Labor Department
Davis-Bacon
Revisiting Sihanouk and Cambodia in Cold War Reflections
The author recalls Cambodia's recent history and shifts in U.S. stance from Vietnam era to current Iran concerns. He contrasts Lon Nol and Sihanouk, notes palindromic Lon Nol legacy, and suggests Sihanouk’s return clarifies why Washington stays disengaged from Iran.
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UPI
Sihanouk
Cambodia
Vietnam
Iran
Lon Nol
Older women gain power and improve with age
Dr. Nancy Datan of West Virginia University notes that as women mature they grow emotionally stronger more assertive independent and effective in relationships. She predicts older American women will soon shape society.
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Nancy Datan
West Virginia University
Datan
America
Practical winter driving tips and health notes from Jim Aylward
Jim Aylward shares tips on cold weather motoring and lifestyle. He explains that lowering tire pressure harms traction while adding modest trunk weight can help, warns against spray on resins for tires, and advises slow gas in low gears. The piece also cites stress and heart disease research from Oslo twins, plus messages on persistence and casual fashion trends.
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University of Oslo
Norway
United Way Drive Thanks Local Helpers
Medina United Way wrap up honors many volunteers and workers from businessmen to nurses who donated time and energy to raise funds for agencies.
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Medina United
Letters to the Editor Praise Red Cross Volunteers
The letter commends Red Cross volunteers who raised funds with United Way support. It notes their hard work and long hours, acknowledges the difficulty of soliciting donations in tough economic times, and expresses sincere appreciation from the agency sharing in the funds.
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Red Cross
United Way
Granger Fire Rescue Fund Receives Citizen Support
Granger citizens form a fund to replace Granger Two rescue vehicle and equipment lost in a senseless act. Donations accepted at Old Phoenix National Bank in The fund for Granger rescue equipment. Local leaders thank contributors for continued Red Cross services and United Way support.
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David Gibson
Granger
Old Phoenix National Bank
Robert Brainard
Granger Granger Two
Good Citizens Brunswick Helping Hand Thanks Donors
Good Citizens Brunswick Helping Hand thanks many individuals and groups for holiday season donations of money and food. Private donors, Scout troops, Edward's Middle School sixth and eighth grades, and Brunswick K-Mart employer are named for contributions.
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Brunswick Helping Hand
Edward's Middle School
Brunswick K-Mart
Brunswick
Neighbors Aid Granger After Ambulance Theft
Local neighbors helped Granger after an ambulance theft. Hinckley Sharon and Erhart fire departments and Medina Life Support Team lent an extra ambulance. Old Phoenix National Bank organized donations to fund a new ambulance for the fire department.
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Granger
Hinckley
Sharon
Erhart
Medina Life Support Team
Bulance
Phoenix National Bank
Gary Kamps
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