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ArchivesNew Anti-Smoking Study Finds State LackingBy Dan Gorenstein on Tuesday, September 30, 2003.Many people remain deeply troubled over the rise of healthcare costs. Researchers have known for years that the cheapest way to reduce costs is if people would drop their unhealthy habits. High on the list for changes is smoking. A recent national report says cigarette use is the leading cause of preventable death among women. And as New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein reports, the study finds most states could do a lot more to stop women from lighting up. Domestic Violence Awareness Campaign LaunchedBy Lisa Peakes on Tuesday, September 30, 2003.NHPR's Lisa Peakes talks with Grace Mattern, Executive Director of The New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence, about the group's aim: to help the public identify the warning signs associated with domestic violence. Mattern says one in four women has been abused, but that abuse doesn't always manifest itself physically: Court Puts Manchester Fluoridation in LimboBy Josh Rogers on Tuesday, September 30, 2003.The State Supreme Court today put Manchester's drinking water fluoridation program in limbo. In a unanimous ruling, the high court said the city of Manchester should have sought local approval in the six towns served by the city water works before adding fluoridation chemicals. New Hampshire Public Radio's Josh Rogers has more. |
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