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Monday, October 22, 2007

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Staph Infections on Increase in Maryland Schools

Maryland parents are now learning that a little known infection called the MRSA (staph infection) is spreading in Maryland schools and seems to be somewhat resistant to treatment. Dr. Kevin Ferentz of the University of Maryland fills Jeff in on the facts concerning this infection and takes your calls as well.

Ferentz Dr. Kevin Ferentz

Associate Professor of Family Medicine
University of MD Medical System


Presidential Race Raises Interesting Questions

The Presidential race is proving to be one of the more interesting events in modern political history. Is Hillary a given, if so, is there a Republican that can stop her? Could Colbert be a factor? Will these questions be answered on tonight's Direct Connection? Tune in to find out.

Josh Kurtz

Political Editor
Roll Call Magazine


Donald Norris, Ph.D.

Professor and Chair
Dept. of Public Policy, UMBC




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