Veuer's Elizabeth Keatinge introduces us to one expert who says due to E.coli's incubation period, there may be more cases related to the contaminated Quarter Pounder.
Keep an open mind
At a recent Sunday church service, the Protestant minister, during his sermon, strongly encouraged the congregation to vote their conscience in the upcoming elections. Also, he alluded to Christian values, beliefs and principles being "exiled" by many in our nation. He particularly focused on: (1) Care of the unborn; (2) Concern for the physical mutilation of children; and (3) The sanctity of marriage between a man and a woman. All of the congregation remained seated and attentive.
In contrast, at a previous Catholic Mass, as soon as the priest mentioned "abortion" in his homily, four adults sitting in the front pew immediately stood up and left the church. After the homily, these adults returned to their seats and then partook in receiving Communion (the Eucharist). It's reasonable to conclude that they did not want to hear a view on "abortion" by even a cleric.
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We typically refer to these Catholic worshippers as "Cafeteria Catholics" -- in that they choose which beliefs and which parts of scripture they embrace.
Namely, they select this one and reject that one, and so on. So be it.
However, regardless of your stance on any of these societal issues, it seems incoherent to choose to attend a church service and not experience the learned input from a member of the cloth.
Always be open to views of leaders (in ministry and elsewhere) and then personally assess them and decide for yourself. A closed mind can be quite destructive as elaborated on in the book "The Closing of the American Mind" by Allan Bloom, in which he encourages "the openness that invites us to the quest for knowledge and certitude."
Furthermore, restricting your media access to only one source, be it MSNBC, CNN or Fox News, will limit the quality and value of your understanding of current events.
Ron Smith
Brigantine
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Good time to go plant-based
There is a problem with our food systems. The recent E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers has led to illness, hospitalization and even death. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Food and Drug Administration and other health agencies are investigating, with fresh slivered onions and quarter pound beef patties as the suspected sources of contamination. This isn't the first time we've seen outbreaks linked to meat-based products, and it underscores a larger issue with food safety in animal agriculture.
There is a better way. By embracing a plant-based diet, we can avoid these risks and enjoy delicious foods that are not only safe but also optimum for human health, the planet and the animals. Now is the time to explore plant-based alternatives and make compassionate choices for a better future.
Pete Torrell
Pleasantville
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Fill Alzheimer's commission
Dear Governor Murphy,
Thank you for signing into law the Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Long-Term Advisory Commission in May 2023. This legislation is a critical step toward improving care and support for those affected by Alzheimer's disease and other dementias in New Jersey.
However, it has been over 16 months since the law's enactment, and no appointments have been made to the commission. This delay is concerning, as the impact of Alzheimer's continues to grow. By 2025, the number of residents over 65 living with Alzheimer's is projected to reach nearly 300,000, up from 185,300 in 2020. Nearly two-thirds of those affected will be women, and racial disparities further underscore the urgency -- Black Americans are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer's as white residents, and Latinos are 1.5 times as likely.
The commission's work is crucial to addressing this growing challenge, preparing us to meet the needs of all those affected, including those under 65 and those not yet diagnosed.
I urge you to prioritize appointments to the commission so we can begin the important work of improving Alzheimer's and dementia care, as outlined in Public Law (PL 2023 c41) S1033/A2682. Your leadership is essential in ensuring New Jersey is ready to support its citizens.
Anthony Williams
Edgewater Park
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