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Do You Honor the Elderly? 3-9

In Europe a century ago, the elderly were 1 percent of the population; today they are 17 percent. There are 90 million Chinese considered to be elderly. In the United States, the older population is increasing twice as fast as the rest of the population. Worldwide, their numbers are escalating; caring for them is becoming more critical.

The Asbestos Story​—From Lifesaver to Death Threat 10

It has twice revolutionized the construction industry: first, to get it in buildings; second, to get it out

A Killer Held at Bay 21

Down through the centuries, smallpox left its mark on many nations, killing millions. Is it still a threat today?

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