The resulting overcrowding has increased problems in the prisons.

The ease of credit in the 90's may have also increased financial problems, Mr. Cullinan said.

It increases the risk of heart attacks and circulatory problems that could mean poor blood supply to the fetus.

It would seem, at least, that in those cities the mayor certainly hasn't increased racial problems.

Collapsing slopes are inching dangerously close to power transmission systems and other infrastructure that would further increase problems.

It will not, as some have suggested, level the playing field, but increase trade frictions and problems between the United States and other countries.

Moreover, it could increase problems of disposal of radioactive waste.

United States lawmakers said they passed the ban out of concern that the sites would increase gambling addiction and social problems.

If trends continue, the nation's population is expected to reach 160 million by the end of the century, increasing problems already at a crisis level.

The discharge process from distant hospitals also increases problems of liaison with rehabilitative and community services.