A baby at any cost? Four postcards from the edge of the fertility frontier

Article Abstract:

Advances in reproductive technology may have initiated several medical miracles, but some argue against the social and legal implications that these miracles will bring. Four women who have taken advantage of the benefits of reproductive technology recount how medical miracles have shaped their lives, their hopes and their futures.

Social aspects, Human reproductive technology

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Health alert: new facts about food poisoning

Article Abstract:

E. coli, a bacteria responsible for food poisoning, is being found in such new sources as fruits, vegetables, dry salami and raw milk, in addition to contaminated meat. Various ways to help protect a family from the bacteria are presented.

Safety and security measures, Reports, Prevention, Escherichia coli, Food poisoning, Food handling

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"I was raped!" (includes related article)

Article Abstract:

A 26-year-old woman was raped and robbed at her apartment in Nov. 1990. DNA testing was successfully used to convict the rapist. The woman since then has regularly volunteered her services at her local rape-crisis center.

Usage, Behavior, DNA testing, DNA identification, Rape victims

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