Silent problem: Domestic violence must not fall out of public eye
Too often, significant social problems lose the attention paid to them as they fade from the nation's headlines - domestic violence is a good example of this type of problem. Since the tragic death of University student Tamara Williams last September, the issue that affects many women on a daily basis has in many ways faded from the limelight. Recent events in the news have changed this trend by putting domestic violence back into the national consciousness.
Test time: U.S. should encourage the use of rapid HIV tests
Of the many rapid HIV blood tests that have been developed, only one is currently available for use in the United States, and most Americans are not aware of its existence. Reservations of doctors about its reliability and accuracy, and federal guidelines and restrictions for marketing have kept such tests from coming into wider use. But the Center for Disease Control has been pushing for this to change since the advantages for further development, availability and use of rapid HIV testing are so great.
Almost done at the 'U'? Beware - the party will only last so long
In case you didn't know, there is no financial aid for post-college life. Therefore, the job hunt is a necessary evil for all 'U' students. Thankfully, there is hope: I have heard rumors that there actually are some jobs out there. Trouble is, no one knows exactly where they are or how to get to them. Bummer.
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