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Some could have gaps in medical coverage under new law
When the national healthcare law takes full effect next year, millions of Americans risk disrupted health coverage because of common life events: getting married or divorced, having children or taking on a second job. As their family incomes change,...
Tags: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, Government Health Care, Poverty, Asthma, Medicaid
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Cause of Texas fertilizer plant fire may never be known
A malfunctioning golf cart, a faulty electrical system or even arson could have led to the fire that triggered the deadly explosion of a fertilizer plant in West, Texas, but federal and state officials said Thursday that their $1-million investigation had...Tags: Texas Fertilizer Plant Explosion (2013), Explosions, Disasters and Accidents, Fertilizer, Emergency Incidents
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Voice of the People, May. 18
Mental-health medicines This is in response to "Psychologists seek prescription power; Health professionals split over contentious bill now up to House" (News, May 12) and "Rx: Slow down; Psychologists and mental health medicines" (Editorial, May 13)....Tags: Malpractice, Prescription Drugs, Navy Pier, Symptoms, Science and Technology
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Minnesota farm incomes surged in 2012
Minnesota's crop farmers posted their best year in decades in 2012, dodging a nationwide drought with a near-perfect combination: a big harvest and high grain prices. Median incomes surged 50 percent from the previous year, according to an annual report...Tags: Droughts, Colleges and Universities, Natural Disasters, Fertilizer, Personal Income
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Don't underestimate the value of starter fertilizer for corn planted late
The weather changes rapidly and unexpectedly in Iowa. We went from worrying about planting in dry soil to late planting in cold soil. Therefore, farmers and crop consultants are wondering about using starter fertilizer to speed up early corn growth and...Tags: Research, Fertilizer
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Cause of Texas fertilizer plant blast unclear; inquiry continues
This post has been corrected, as indicated below.The cause of the fire that triggered the deadly explosion of a fertilizer plant in West, Texas, last month remains undetermined after a $1-million investigation, officials said Thursday. Although the probe continues, the cause of the disaster may never be...Tags: Human Interest, Texas Fertilizer Plant Explosion (2013), Explosions, Disasters and Accidents, Fertilizer
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Dr. Richard Bosshardt: Niacin can boost effectiveness of cholesterol-lowering drugs
Question: I have been on medications for my cholesterol but, so far, the improvement has not been enough. Now, my doctor wants to start me on Niacin. I have read a little about this but am worried about the possible side effects. Can you tell more about...Tags: Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Dietary Supplements, Vitamin B3, Menopause
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Magnolias drop leaves in spring at different times
Q. Leaves on our magnolia tree have dark spots and they are turning yellow. What is the problem? A. Luckily, there is no problem this time. The email picture forwarded showed normal leaf spots forming as the magnolia leaves begin to yellow and drop...Tags: Inorganic Chemical Industry, Fertilizer
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All cooped up: a guest cottage for chickens
Like underfunded pensions and red-light cameras, the chicken coop is a growing trend in urban America. Chickens are a great source for fresh eggs and garden fertilizer (their nitrogen-rich waste matter is perfect for a compost heap). An urban farmer...Tags: Fertilizer
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How to avoid a return to the hospital
The only thing less pleasant than a stay in the hospital is having to go right back there to deal with complications. And experts say it happens all too often. One in 8 elderly patients is readmitted to the hospital within 30 days of being discharged...Tags: Heart Failure, Dwayne Johnson, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Hospitals and Clinics
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How to create a weed-free, low-maintenance garden bed
Q: I have three planting beds where I want all vegetation removed along with old mulch and landscape fabric. I want to replace with new mulch. Should the fabric also be replaced? How can I prevent the weeds from returning? I want the beds as mulched areas...Tags: Memorial Day, Services and Shopping, Inventories, Onions, Fertilizer
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Woman charged with poisoning burritos, feeding them to family
A 41-year-old Lower Macungie Township woman was charged with poisoning burritos with prescription medication and feeding them to her husband and daughter Tuesday night, according to court records. The husband and daughter were taken to a hospital after...
Tags: Physical Conditions, Prosecution, Fogelsville, Medical Procedures and Tests, Pharmaceuticals
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