"We changed the law." (women activists; includes related article)

Article Abstract:

Kim Philips was instrumental in getting legislation preventing landfills from being built near schools in her Texas community. Laws that were changed due to women's activism include mandatory bicycle helmets and notification that a sex offender had moved into a neighborhood.

Laws, regulations and rules, Child welfare, Women in politics

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"My child didn't have to die!"(mothers of gunshot victims; includes related article on gun accident prevention)

Article Abstract:

Three mothers of children killed accidentally by guns recount their stories. One girl who accidentally killed a sibling with a gun committed suicide afterwards. Keeping guns out of the house is the best way of preventing such tragedies.

Safety and security measures, Firearms, Children's accidents

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Rape: how to protect yourself

Article Abstract:

The places where rape is most likely to occur include near the home, at the office and at shopping malls. Resisting a rapist, prevention techniques, acquaintance rape and recovery are discussed.

Care and treatment, Prevention, Rape, Rape victims, Acquaintance rape

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