Paternalism and breast implants

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The decision by the FDA to prohibit silicon-gel implants has drawn some criticisms. Although the commissioner of FDA David A. Kessler claims the efficacy of implants were not proven, there has been no report of its adverse effects either. The action taken by the FDA may also create unnecessary fear among women who had had implants, which may lead to inessential surgery and lawsuits. The rights of women have also been violated by this prohibition since the right to make their own decision was denied.

Women, Ethical aspects, Breast implants, United States. Food and Drug Administration, Civil rights

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One house at a time

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An analysis is presented on how Pawtucket, Rhode Island housing officials overhauled the city's property laws to prevent owners from abandoning homes and commercial buildings. Reforms included granting more power to the housing court, resulting in stiffer fines, a more difficult appeals process, and compliance enforcement.

Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development, Housing & Community Develop-State, Housing, Housing policy, Housing development, Abandonment of property, Abandonment (Law), Abandoned houses

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Place, power, and paternalism: imagined histories and welfare capitalism in Burrillville, Rhode Island, 1912 to 1951

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The history of woolen manufacturer Austin Levy's investments in the community of Burrillville, RI, in the first half of the 20th century is examined. Levy's successes in constructing new identities for himself, his workers and the town are discussed

Management, History, Textile industry, Burrillville, Rhode Island, Levy, Austin

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