Recession lingering? Months ahead will tell tale

Article Abstract:

A review is presented of recent developments in the US economy, which is currently acknowledged to be in the grip of a recession. The relaxation of credit conditions by the Federal Reserve System in late 1990 should have a positive effect on business activity by late 1991, leading to the end of the recession. Signs of prosperity can be detected, such as the reversal of the decline in consumer spending and an increase in demand for durable goods. The recession itself brings a drop in inflation and interest rates. Lower corporate profits usually accompany a recession, which can drive stock prices down, but since the stock market often anticipates economic changes, it can move ahead of the economy. In fact, stock prices usually start to increase three to six months before recessions turn around. Advice for investors is provided. High-risk investments, particularly bonds and stocks, should be avoided, and portfolios should be carefully reviewed. Risk should be spread by maintaining diversified portfolios. Companies whose earnings are not subject to the fluctuations of the business cycle are good targets, such as those concerned with health care, the environment, and food. A balanced approach to investment is the best in the present climate. (Consumer Summary produced by Reliance Medical Information, Inc.)

United States economic conditions, Public opinion

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The private lives of professionals: a state court explores whether professionals must tell patients about personal matters that could affect their performance as caregivers

Article Abstract:

The Supreme Court of Georgia will determine whether healthcare professionals should be required to tell patients about personal matters that could affect their performance. The case arose when a patient sued a urologist following surgery to remove a lump in the patient's genitals. The suit included the allegation that the urologist was a cocaine user. The doctor admitted using cocaine several times during the patient's treatment. A jury charged the urologist with fraud, misrepresentation and concealment of material facts but not malpractice.

Physicians, Medical professions, Drug use, Confidential communications, Physician-patient privilege

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Dental fillings in Civil War skulls: what do they tell us?

Article Abstract:

Civil War era dentists in the South may have used affordable filling materials to repair diseased teeth. Researchers examined teeth from four skulls of Confederate soldiers killed in the Civil War. Filling materials included tinfoil, lead, tin amalgam, and radioactive thorium. Although its use was recommended at the time, gold fillings may not have been found because gold was more expensive than the other materials. Examination of skulls may reveal information about past dental practices.

Health aspects, History, Soldiers, Fillings (Dentistry), Dental fillings, United States history

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