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Kansas woman with hepatitis C sues Pa. hospital Associated Press: A Kansas woman who believes she was infected with hepatitis C by a former medical technician who is now accused of stealing narcotics filed a lawsuit against a Pittsburgh hospital where the technician once worked. The case raises…

Women, work and family ideastream: Susan Hinze, associate professor of sociology, joined The Sound of Ideas for a lively discussion on women’s work-family balance after having a child, how women can transition back into the workplace, and how issues have changed over the years.

Case Western Reserve University presents Inamori Ethics Prize to Canadian environmentalist The Plain Dealer: The Inamori Ethics Prize will be presented Thursday to David Suzuki, an internationally known environmentalist and sustainability advocate. "David Suzuki is an outstanding example of…

Elisa Amigo, Ohioans fly with Blue Angels Fox 8: Iwan Alexander, chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, flew with the Blue Angels during the Cleveland National Air Show last weekend. “The whole thing was very impressive,” said Alexander, who was selected as part of the Key Influencer…

Resetting your retirement clock may be necessary according to a research group NewsNet5: The Employee Benefit Research Institute recently said it might be necessary to set retirement age at 70 instead of the usual 65. Joseph White, chair of the Department of Political Science, said people are…

History of the hamburger: from immigrant fare to fast food favorite Fox News: Hamburgers might be one of today’s most popular food, but they haven’t always been, according to Distinguished University Professor Alan Rocke. "It was considered questionable food except for workingmen's lunches, as…

Coming in September: addiction ideastream: Next month, ideastream will present in-depth coverage looking at the “mysterious and often misunderstood world of addiction.” The coverage, which will cover everything from what happens inside an addict’s brain to new medications to treat addiction, will…

Drowning in health data: Symposium tackles silos and promotes integration Shaker Heights Patch: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and the Ohio Department of Health co-hosted the first Ohio Health Data Statewide Symposium yesterday. During the event, speakers from the Governor’s…

Cassidy: Silicon Valley, Bay Area poised for manufacturing revival Mercury News: Areas of California are in the midst of a manufacturing revival, with the complex work rewarding those in the field with an average of $145,000 per year. "People say 'manufacturing' and you imagine some dirty person,…

So much to do, so little time Cleveland Jewish News: In a look at the top things to do around Cleveland—including the zoo, aquarium and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum—the Dittrick Museum of Medical History is highlighted. “Housed in the Allen Memorial Library at Case Western Reserve…