Listen to statements from
many of the recipients of the 2012 National Association of Letter
Carriers (NALC) "Hero of the Year" awards--which were presented
on Thursday, September 20th, in Washington, D.C.
According to a new survey
that was conducted on behalf of GE Generator Systems for this year's
"National Preparedness Month" (September), many more American
families now have an emergency-preparedness kit at home--although there's
still plenty of room for improvement.
A driver for FedEx
Freight is this year's "Grand Champion" at the "National Truck
Driving Championships".
Stericycle releases
its "ExpertRECALL Index" for the second quarter of 2012.
AARP Massachusetts
notes that Boston has been named as one of America's "Best Cities for
Successful Aging".
On behalf of the Nuclear Energy
Institute (NEI), the president of Aiken Technical College
discusses how America's community colleges are helping to build the nation's
nuclear workforce.
InfoComm
International is showing how audiovisual technology helps society
communicate quickly and more effectively at its annual exposition--which is
being held June 9th-15th in Las Vegas.
Stericycle releases
its "ExpertRECALL Index" for the first quarter of 2012.
FedEx is helping
people make sure that their Mother's Day gifts arrive in time.
A survey from Union Bank
finds that entrepreneurs are optimistic about the future of their companies,
yet are pessimistic about the economy.
A new program allows
carbon-dioxide emissions from FedEx Envelope shipments to be offset.
Donald Trump
discusses Walgreens' newest efforts to promote walking.
A contest from
Cardstore.com will allow one lucky person the chance to surprise their
mother by popping out of a life-size card at her home.
AARP Massachusetts
is continuing to offer free tax-filing assistance to Bay State residents.
Dr. Travis Stork
partners with General Mills to offer tips for getting more whole
grain into your diet.
Stericycle releases
its "ExpertRECALL Index" for the fourth quarter of 2011.
Walgreens
continues to help patients whose prescription insurance is managed by
Express Scripts.
Through a contest from
Diet Coke, people who "show some heart" can win a trip to attend the
"Red Dress Collection Fashion Show".
The Washington, D.C.,
regional office of Bernstein Global Wealth Management believes that
the U.S. economy may grow by three percent during 2012.
Over 50 General Mills
cereals will now have more whole grain than any other single ingredient.
Walgreens is
helping patients whose prescription-drug plans are served by Express
Scripts.
AARP Missouri
offers a free publication that educates consumers on how they can make their
homes safer and more comfortable as they age.
According to Briggs &
Stratton, it's particularly important during the winter months to
prepare ahead of time for possible power outages.
FedEx expects this
year's holiday season to be significantly busier than last year's.
The New Hampshire
Grocers Association (NHGA) launches a new campaign to attract more
out-of-state shoppers to New Hampshire.
Walgreens
thanks veterans and active-duty military personnel for their service by
giving them special discounts on Veterans Day.
Stericycle releases
its "ExpertRECALL Index" for the third quarter of 2011.
The USO and
Cheerios team up to help send thanks and support to America's military
families.
Coca-Cola makes
its cans white, in order to help support World Wildlife Fund's
polar-bear conservation efforts.
The president and CEO of
the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) discusses the U.S.
solar industry's tremendous growth and future prospects.
AARP Massachusetts
helps offer free advice during Medicare's open-enrollment period.
Through its "Home
Fit" program, AARP Missouri is educating consumers on how to
make their home age-friendly and safe.
Corona is
searching for a California resident to be its "Relaxation Expert".
The founder and CEO of
Intelligent Office discusses how small businesses can maximize their
economic performance--while also minimizing their costs.
NeighborWorks America
offers tips on what potential homebuyers should do before they start
shopping around.
Briggs & Stratton is
advising homeowners that investing in a standby generator can help them
lower their insurance costs.
The president of
Working Mother Media encourages employers to sign up for the
March of Dimes' annual March for Babies events.
According to a new survey
from Union Bank, California's small-business owners are reporting an
improved outlook for this year.
For "National
Consumer Protection Week" (March 6th-12th), the state president of
AARP Arizona offers tips to help protect yourself against identity
theft.
The president of the
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) explains how stem cells can
play an important role in cosmetic-surgery procedures.
AARP Pennsylvania
is urging businesses and organizations throughout the state to apply for the
national "AARP Best Employers for Workers over 50" program.
The executive director of
the National Association of Counties (NACo) explains how the NACo/CVS
Caremark "Prescription Drug Discount Card Program" can help save
your family money on prescription medications during cold-and-flu season.
New mobile apps from the
Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) make it easier to check
video-game rating summaries at the store.
On behalf of the
National Honey Board, a sports nutritionist discusses how you can add
some honey to your tailgating food in order to help keep your energy levels
up.
For this year's
"AV Week" (October 17-23), InfoComm International's executive
director and CEO discusses how the audiovisual industry continues to be
well-positioned to weather today's challenging economic times.
Thanks to new partnerships with
Blue
Ocean Institute and the
Monterey Bay Aquarium, Whole Foods Market is the first
retailer to implement a comprehensive, science-based sustainability-ratings
program for wild-caught seafood.
A new program from Whole
Foods Market is funding salad bars for public schools across the
country.
A new program from Nature
Valley is raising funds to help preserve America's national parks.
The Toyota Camry
tops this year's "American-Made Index" by Cars.com.
Through its
"Photography in the Parks" program, Canon USA is, once again,
offering photo workshops in national parks and sponsoring a related photo
contest.
On behalf of
Allergan, Dayna Devon discusses how treatment with a
dermal filler can help women maintain their best appearance.
Walmart's "deep
Rollbacks" will be helping Americans save millions of dollars on their
groceries this summer.
Bart Conner
and Nadia Comaneci discuss the new "Boomers Building a
Better America" program from Elations®--which will award
grants to community leaders who are dedicating their time to volunteerism.
A new contest from
Beneful-brand dog food will allow one dog owner's community to
enjoy a dream dog park.
Argonne National
Laboratory is joining in celebrating the first-ever "National Lab
Day" (Wednesday, May 12th).
On behalf of Dos Equis,
find out how you can make your Cinco de Mayo dishes more interesting.
Holistic Select
pet food from WellPet may help your pet lead a better and healthier
life.
A new line of creamers
allows coffee drinkers to enjoy the flavor of BAILEYS®--without the
alcohol.
On behalf of Seventh
Generation, a pediatrician and author discusses how natural and organic
products have come a long way, over the past 30 years.
Proceeds from a contest
help efforts by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) to
support and assist the families of fallen firefighters.
A free new online
service from ZipList can help you simplify both your grocery shopping
and your meal planning.
Results from the latest
"Women and Affluence" survey from Citi's "Women & Co."
resource program show that, in response to the recession, women are using
their growing financial knowledge and influence to foster a more-open
dialogue about money.
Proceeds from a contest
sponsored by Oshkosh Defense help efforts by the Armed Forces
Foundation (AFF) to assist military personnel and their families.
Olympic swimmer Dara
Torres discusses her involvement with a contest from BP Products
North America that's looking for inspiring stories of how Americans
maintain their youth and vitality.
The Jewelry Information
Center (JIC) describes some of the trends in fine jewelry and watches
that were featured at recent trade shows in Las Vegas.
According to
Westwood College, career colleges help students meet the needs of a
rapidly changing job market that requires specialized training and skills.
(For this report in Spanish,
click here.)
A recipe for Asian-flavored
burgers wins the grand prize in this year's "National Chicken Cooking
Contest", sponsored by the National Chicken Council.
A food-media seminar
sponsored, in part, by the National Chicken Council looks at how the
food industry is dealing with the recession.
The president of Seventh
Generation is featured in an upcoming TV special called "Big Green
Lies"--which aims to separate myth from reality, when it comes to
the conventional wisdom of green living.
At both the Republican
National Convention and
the Democratic
National Convention, the president and CEO of the American
Petroleum Institute (API) has been emphasizing the importance of developing
America's oil and natural-gas reserves.
The National
Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) urges both houses of Congress to
start over on postal reform.
AARP Hawaii
develops a voter guide for this year's primary election.
The state director of
AARP D.C. discusses how HIV/AIDS continues to affect the 50+ population.
Officials representing
various members of the National Association of Counties (NACo)
discuss how their counties--and their constituents--are benefitting from the
NACo/CVS Caremark "Prescription Discount Card Program".
HNTB Corporation
believes that--while the new long-term transportation bill is
important--more work needs to be done.
Now that Amazon.com is
collecting sales taxes in Texas, the Alliance for Main Street Fairness
(AMSF) reiterates its call for Congress to pass national "e-fairness"
legislation.
The U.S. Chamber of
Commerce applauds the passage of long-term highway and transit
legislation.
The American Nurses
Foundation (ANF) believes that--after the Supreme Court’s healthcare
decision--America's nurses will play a crucial role in the nation's
healthcare.
AARP Massachusetts
urges legislators to not repeal the state's prescription-drug gift ban.
The "Carrier Alert"
program--which was launched, in part, by the National Association of
Letter Carriers (NALC)--allows America's letter carriers to help their
elderly or home-bound customers when something may be amiss.
AMVETS calls for
America's veterans to be given affirmative-action status, under federal law.
The president of AARP
Foundation discusses how her organization's "Drive to End Hunger"
initiative is a co-sponsor of the National Association of Letter Carriers'
"Stamp Out Hunger" food drive this year.
AARP Hawaii
supports a proposal that would prevent insurers from becoming voting members
on the Hawaii Health Connector Board.
Listen to statements from
many of the participants in the 2012 National Association of Counties
(NACo) Large Urban County Caucus (LUCC) "fly-in"--which was held
April 17-19 in Washington.
The Coalition to Protect
Missouri Jobs urges the U.S. Senate to take action against "ambush
elections" in the workplace.
The Arizona branch of the
Alliance for Main Street Fairness (AMSF) and the Arizona Retailers
Association urge Governor Brewer to end the state's "special treatment"
of Amazon.com.
The president of the
National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) describes how letter
carriers in several major U.S. cities are prepared to deliver medicines to
residents, in the event of a biological attack.
Even during an election
year, the Alliance for Main Street Fairness (AMSF) continues to push
for "e-fairness" legislation.
Cubist Pharmaceuticals
supports proposed legislation in Congress that's aimed at promoting the
development of new antibiotics.
Listen to statements from
many of those who are participating in the 2012 National Association of
Counties (NACo) "Legislative Conference"--which is being held
March 3rd-7th in Washington, D.C.
The Nuclear Energy
Institute (NEI) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce applaud the
approval of new reactors at Plant Vogtle.
The president of The
Vernon K. Krieble Foundation discusses just what its "Red-Card
Solution" proposal involves.
The Coalition to Protect
Virginia Jobs is fighting what it calls Greenpeace's
"unfounded attacks" against Mercury Paper.
AARP Georgia is
against a proposal to restore the state's sales tax on groceries.
AARP Mississippi
supports the state's efforts to develop a health-insurance exchange.
AARP D.C. is
concerned about Pepco's rate-hike proposal.
AARP Arizona is
concerned about Southwest Gas' rate-hike and decoupling
proposal.
"Preserve Community
Pharmacy Access NOW!" (PCPAN) continues to advocate against the planned
merger between Express Scripts and Medco Health
Solutions.
Groups such as the Texas
Pharmacy Association (TPA) and "Pharmacy Choice and Access Now"
(PCAN) are concerned about Texas' current implementation of a Medicaid
managed-care model for pharmacy services.
A new survey from
AARP Utah finds that Utahns don't want to see Medicare and Social
Security cut.
The Alliance for Main
Street Fairness (AMSF) continues to push for "e-fairness" legislation in
Congress.
The Consumer Product
Safety Commission (CPSC) says that toys are safer this holiday season,
due to stronger safety rules.
AMVETS urges
Congress to reject a proposal that would ban military retirees under 65 from
participating in "TRICARE Prime".
To mark this year's
Veterans Day, the Call of Duty Endowment (CODE) receives a new
donation of $3 million from Activision.
Speaking on behalf of the
Alliance for Main Street Fairness (AMSF), a small-business owner
urges senators to approve the just-introduced "Marketplace Fairness
Act".
The American College of
Radiology (ACR) urges Congress to avoid making more cuts to Medicare
funding of imaging scans.
The executive director of the National Association of Water Companies
(NAWC) believes that
Arizona,
Illinois,
Iowa,
Michigan, and
Ohio all need to do
more to encourage private investment in their water infrastructure.
The Coalition for a
Fiscally Sound America (CFSA) urges Congress to focus on broad-based
spending and tax reform.
AARP New Jersey
urges Congress to not cut Social Security and Medicare benefits.
"Preserve Community
Pharmacy Access NOW!" (PCPAN) urges the federal government to oppose the planned
merger between Express Scripts and Medco Health
Solutions.
The president of the
National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) says that drastically
overhauling the U.S. Postal Service would cost jobs in many
other industries--and harm the overall economy.
The Alliance for Main
Street Fairness (AMSF) is urging Congress to pass legislation that would
"level the playing field" between online and local retailers.
According to the president
of the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC), drastically
overhauling the U.S. Postal Service is both unnecessary and
counterproductive.
AARP Arizona
urges individuals to join in a national effort to lobby Congress to not cut
Social Security or Medicare.
To help raise awareness of
veterans-unemployment issues, the Call of Duty Endowment (CODE) has
teamed up with Pro vs. GI Joe on the "Purpose-Driven Rehab"
tour.
AARP Arizona
believes that the state still has a long way to go in the delivery of
long-term services and supports to older adults and people with
disabilities.
According to HNTB,
transportation investment does a lot more than just help create jobs.
The president and CEO of
the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) says that authorizing a
long-term transportation bill would improve America's infrastructure, create
jobs, and stimulate the economy.
The Nuclear Energy
Institute (NEI) discusses U.S. nuclear-plant security 10 years after
"9/11".
Natural Gas for New
Jersey commends Gov. Christie's conditional veto of a ban on hydraulic
fracturing in the state.
On behalf of the
American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), the head of U. S. Steel
urges Congress to pass the "Infrastructure Jobs and Energy
Independence Act".
Even with the new debt
agreement, HNTB believes that investing in America's transportation
system can still be a budget priority.
The National Federation
of Independent Business (NFIB) launches a campaign that targets
"onerous" and "unpredictable" federal regulations.
According to AARP
Hawaii, the state may not be preparing enough for the costs of its aging
society.
AARP Minnesota
will be delivering petitions urging the state's Congressional delegation to
not cut Social Security and Medicare.
AARP Mississippi
is concerned about proposals in Congress that may include cuts to Social
Security and Medicare.
On behalf of the
National Association of Children’s Hospitals (N.A.C.H.), families are
meeting with members of Congress to discuss the importance of Medicaid and
children's hospitals.
(For this report in Spanish,
click here.)
The leader of the
National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) describes how state and local
governments are looking for new ways to tax their residents.
AARP Massachusetts
is concerned about proposals in Congress that may include cuts to Social
Security and Medicare.
A new report sponsored by
the American Energy Alliance (AEA) finds that repealing tax
deductions on U.S. energy companies would exacerbate the federal deficit.
AARP Pennsylvania
is concerned about proposals in Congress that may include cuts to Social
Security and Medicare.
A new study that was
commissioned, in part, by the National Ocean Industries Association
(NOIA) examined the impact on the American economy of the offshore oil
and gas industry in the Gulf of Mexico.
AARP Kansas is
concerned about proposals in Congress that may include cuts to Social
Security and Medicare.
AARP Missouri is
concerned about proposals in Congress that may include cuts to Social
Security and Medicare.
AARP Nebraska is
concerned about proposals in Congress that may include cuts to Social
Security and Medicare.
AARP Arizona is
concerned about proposals in Congress that may include cuts to Social
Security and Medicare.
"Reform Swipe Fees
NOW!" urges the Federal Reserve to base its final
swipe-fee regulations on its "fair and reasonable" proposed rule.
AARP New Jersey
believes that continuing to restrict funding for senior property-tax relief
is a bad idea.
The National
Petrochemical & Refiners Association (NPRA) criticizes the
just-announced release from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
Reform Swipe Fees NOW!
applauds Congress for protecting "commonsense" swipe-fee reform by voting
against the Tester-Corker Amendment.
With long-term care in
the Islands much more expensive than on the Mainland, AARP Hawaii
believes that the state's residents should prepare more to meet their own
care-related needs.
The president of the
National Petrochemical & Refiners Association (NPRA) describes how
the U.S. government should be responding to rising oil prices.
The Nuclear Energy
Institute (NEI) discusses domestic nuclear-energy issues, in light of
the current situation in Japan.
"Reform Swipe Fees
NOW!" is urging Congress to reject proposed legislation that would delay
the implementation of last year's reforms.
The president of the
National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) explains how the U.S.
Postal Service is currently showing an operational profit--and how repealing
an unusual Congressional mandate would make it profitable on paper.
According to a recent
study from AARP, only about one-third of older Georgians say that
they have everything that they need to stay healthy.
AARP Alabama is
supporting legislation that's designed to promote "complete streets"
throughout the state.
AARP Hawaii is
urging state legislators to avoid taxing pensions.
A recent study from
AARP finds that the overwhelming majority of older Utahns worry about
financial and consumer-protection issues.
According to a new survey
by HNTB Corporation, most Americans are in favor of increasing
federal spending to repair the nation's crumbling transportation
infrastructure.
AARP Arizona
warns of the potential economic consequences of "decoupling" utility rates.
AARP Arizona
believes that "Taxpayer Bill of Rights" proposals would be
very bad for the state.
A recent study from
AARP finds that older New Yorkers don't have what they need to
accomplish their most-important goals.
A recent study from
AARP finds that the majority of Hawaii's older workers would delay their
retirement, if the economy doesn't improve.
A recent study from
AARP looks at the top challenges that are faced by older D.C. residents.
A recent study from
AARP finds that older Mississippians don't have everything that they
need to accomplish their most-important goals.
A recent study from
AARP looks at the importance of long-term care services for older
Hoosiers.
A recent study from
AARP looks at how older Wisconsinites are concerned about their ability
to remain living in their homes, as they age.
A recent study from AARP looks at
the top problems and
challenges that are faced by Virginians who are 50 or older--as well as
at the ones that are
faced specifically by the state's older African-Americans.
A recent study from
AARP looks at how older African-Americans throughout New York are coping
with economic difficulties.
New grants from the Call
of Duty Endowment (CODE) aim to help America's veterans with career
training and placement.
A recent study from
AARP finds that New Mexicans who are 50 or older have very specific
ideas on how the state should try raising revenues.
According to a recent
study from AARP, older Pennsylvanians don't have what they need to
accomplish their most-important goals.
The "Reform Swipe Fees
NOW!" coalition of business owners is urging the government to avoid
weakening reforms that are aimed at combating "excessive" swipe fees.
A recent study from
AARP examines the top problems and challenges that are faced by older
Missourians.
The president of the
National Petrochemical & Refiners Association (NPRA) discusses his
organization's lawsuits against the EPA over regulations on greenhouse-gas
emissions and increased levels of ethanol in gasoline.
HNTB Corporation
applauds President Obama's continued support of investments in high-speed
rail.
The president and CEO of the
American Petroleum Institute (API) discusses a pair of recent reports
that the organization believes show a path to job growth and more government
revenue.
The American Petroleum
Institute (API) argues that the newly announced extension of the ban on
offshore drilling may halt both job creation and economic growth.
According to the
Fetzer Institute's "Survey of Love and Forgiveness in American
Society", most Americans believe that--if we better understood the
values of people in other countries--there would be less conflict.
Scientists at the U.S.
Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL)
are among those who are helping make progress in reducing explosive-based
threats.
API believes that
energy proposals that are currently being considered in Washington could, if
approved, have major economic consequences.
A new, non-partisan Web
portal from Votesane PAC aims to empower the electorate--including by
accepting online donations to candidates.
The president of The
Vernon K. Krieble Foundation believes that, in dealing with illegal
immigration, separating citizenship from legal-worker status may be better
and simpler than offering a basic "path to citizenship".
The just-released
"'School Beverage Guidelines' Final Progress Report"--commissioned
by the American Beverage Association (ABA)--finds that America's
leading beverage companies have reduced beverage calories in schools by 88
percent.
The Center for
Individual Freedom (CFIF) launches a new online campaign to oppose "Net
Neutrality" rules.
According to a new
study, proposed "Net Neutrality" regulations in the U.S. may end up killing
jobs.
Toyota Motor Sales USA
announces a comprehensive plan to fix accelerator pedals on recalled
vehicles and ensure customer safety.
During the Climate
Change Conference in Copenhagen, Applied Materials is urging
Americans to remember that promoting clean and sustainable energy must be a
long-term goal.
According to the president of
Business Roundtable, health-care reform should not include a public
insurance plan.
Despite the current
economic situation, a new report from Pre-K Now--a campaign of the
Pew Center on the States--finds that most states are increasing or
maintaining their funding of pre-kindergarten programs.
The president of the
American Academy of Dermatology Association (AADA) discusses how
dermatologists are meeting with members of Congress on what's needed in
health-care reform.
According to the
National Grange, "network neutrality" and other regulations may make it
more difficult for rural communities to enjoy broadband access.
An economist with the
American Sugar Alliance (ASA) discusses a new study on how candy
companies--including those that have moved operations out of the U.S.--are
still enjoying healthy sales.
Listen to statements from
many of those participating in the 26th International Sweetener
Symposium--which is being held August 1st-5th in Park City, Utah.
The American Council of
Life Insurers (ACLI) is concerned that proposed legislation concerning
long-term-care insurance may cause problems for consumers.
Listen to statements from
many of those participating in the 2009 Annual Meeting of the
National Governors Association (NGA), being held July 17th-20th in
Biloxi, Miss.
Members of the
American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
will participate in a rally in Washington, D.C., to push for a health-care
system that offers an option for public health insurance--and that does not
tax employee health benefits.
According to a new report
on behalf of the Health Industry Group Purchasing Association (HIGPA),
"group purchasing organizations" can help promote greater efficiency and
savings in the U.S. health-care system.
The Campaign for
America's Wilderness applauds a new law that adds two-million acres of
publicly owned land to the "National Wilderness Preservation System".
The latest MetLife
"Survey of the American Teacher" finds both encouraging and
not-so-encouraging news, when it comes to American education over the past
25 years.
The president of the
American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
applauds the final Congressional approval of the "American Recovery
and Reinvestment Act".
Tom Bergeron (in
English) and
Javier Colón (in Spanish) both discuss the 2012 edition of
"A Capitol Fourth"--which will air on PBS on Wednesday,
July 4th.
Jessica Sanchez
and Joe Mantegna
both discuss this year's "National Memorial Day Concert"--which will air
on PBS on Sunday, May 27th.
According to a new survey
from the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council, over 20 million hot dogs
are expected to be consumed at Major League ballparks during the 2012
season.
With the deadline fast
approaching, Matt Light discusses how New England high-school
seniors can still apply for this year's "Hood Sportsmanship
Scholarship Program"--presented by Hood Milk.
A new section on American
Greetings' website spotlights Taylor Swift.
On behalf of HP Hood,
Miss Sprint Cup Kim Coon discusses how the VFW
Foundation will be receiving a donation at this year's "Heluva
Good! Sour Cream Dips 400" (Sunday, June 19th).
Trevor Bayne
teams up with Autism Speaks and HERSHEY'S Milk and Milkshakes.
MOG's new "All
Access" digital-music service may forever change how you discover
music.
To coincide with the
theatrical release of "FAME" in September, MGM, Six
Flags, and MySpace launch the "FAME National Talent Search".
A collaborative effort
involving Nintendo of America and the National Association for
Music Education (MENC) helps teachers incorporate "Wii Music™"
into their lesson plans.
The March of Dimes
and the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO)
announce that 48 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico are
pledging to reduce premature birth.
During "National
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month" (September), the National Cancer
Institute (NCI) is educating men about this particular type of cancer.
(For this report in Spanish,
click here.)
A study finds that a
recently approved combination treatment called “Edarbyclor”
may help some patients achieve greater reductions in their blood pressure.
Cord Blood Registry
(CBR) is involved with a new clinical trial that aims to evaluate the
safety of a child's own cord-blood stem cells to treat hearing loss.
The chair of the American
Academy of Pediatrics' "Committee on Child Abuse and Neglect"
discusses how parents can tell if a child may be the victim of sexual abuse.
The U.S. Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) act
to remove "homeopathic" HCG weight-loss products from the market.
Courtney
Thorne-Smith is involved with a campaign that's aimed at providing
women with the information that they need to make well-informed decisions
about treatment with BOTOX® Cosmetic.
A new survey by the
American Osteopathic Association (AOA) finds that parents of older
children are concerned about HPV and other vaccinations.
On behalf of Cord Blood
Registry (CBR), a Florida state senator discusses a recently approved
bill that helps inform parents about preserving cord-blood stem cells.
A clinical-research nurse
with the National Cancer Institute (NCI) discusses how anyone can get
skin cancer--even if they have darker skin.
A new documentary film
produced by Janssen aims to help reduce the fear and stigma that's
often associated with schizophrenia.
According to the American
Optometric Association (AOA), it's important to quickly address any
vision problems that may be caused by 3D viewing.
New research from the
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) finds
that adults now represent a majority of inhalant-treatment admissions in the
U.S.
According to the
National Cancer Institute (NCI), routine screening for cervical cancer
can greatly reduce the incidence of disease among African-American women.
On behalf of Diet
Coke, a health-and-fitness expert offers tips on how small increases in
your regular physical activity can make a big difference for your heart's
health.
On behalf of Cord Blood
Registry (CBR), a researcher describes a new study in Georgia that's
looking into whether stem cells from cord blood can help children with
cerebral palsy.
On behalf of Cord Blood
Registry (CBR), a researcher describes a new study in Texas that's
looking into the use of a child's own cord blood to treat damaged brain
tissue.
According to the
just-released 2010 "America's Health Rankings" from United
Health Foundation, the nation's healthiness is improving--but slowly.
WebMD announces its
2010 "Year in Health" lists of the top health-related stories,
searches, questions, and trends.
According to the National Cancer
Institute (NCI), when it comes to breast cancer, progress for Hispanic
women in the U.S. is lagging behind.
(This report is only available in Spanish.)
The administrator of the
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
describes the themes that are related to the 2010 observance of
"National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month" (September).
Citing potential health
risks for seniors, the 60 Plus Association has launched an advocacy
campaign urging the FDA to enhance its management of unapproved drugs.
The National Cancer
Institute (NCI) reminds everyone that--no matter how light or dark their
skin is--they still may be at risk of developing skin cancer.
(This report is only available in Spanish.)
The National Cancer
Institute (NCI) is encouraging members of minority populations to learn
about cancer clinical trials.
(This report is only available in Spanish.)
Officials with the
American Public Health Association (APHA) discuss how this year's
"National Public Health Week" (April 5-11) focuses on helping
individuals make healthy changes.
According to new data
released by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
(SAMHSA), 12-year-olds are more likely to use potentially deadly
inhalants than cigarettes or marijuana.
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click here.)
According to the chief
scientific advisor to Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, research funding
has been very important in helping make progress in the fight against breast
cancer.
A new website from
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, the National Women's Health
Resource Center (NWHRC), and the Association of Reproductive Health
Professionals (ARHP) helps women be able to talk about sexual health
with both their doctor and their partner.
On behalf of Walmart
Vision Centers, Daisy Fuentes discusses how all children
should receive regular, comprehensive vision examinations.
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click here.)
According to the Society
of Interventional Radiology (SIR), older Americans need to be careful
about possible plaque buildup in the legs.
Mayo Clinic and
Microsoft recently launched an online application that stores and
organizes family health information--and delivers specific reminders and
recommendations.
According to a new study
published in the American College of Physicians' "Annals of
Internal Medicine", repeated, intensive interventions increase the
likelihood that a smoker will quit successfully.
A new study published in
the American College of Physicians' "Annals of Internal
Medicine" finds that patients who are connected to a particular
physician are more likely to both receive guideline-specific care and follow
through with treatment.
According to a new study
published in the American College of Physicians' "Annals of
Internal Medicine", telephone counseling is as effective as
face-to-face doctor's visits, when it comes to weight loss.
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also our separate pages for listings of
"Discovery Files"
features from the National Science Foundation (last updated on
Friday, September 21),
ConsumerFeatures
(last updated on Monday, June 25),
public
service announcements
(last updated on Monday, August 27),
"Ways to Make a
Green Change" from Whole Foods Market,
auto-repair tips from
the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence,
"Your Home
Improvement Minute"
features from NCB, and
"Daily Clean-Energy
Facts" from the Nuclear Energy Institute. (In addition, check out
demos for the health feature "Journey to Wellness".)