WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) pledged to extend the emergency phase of its work in Haiti for up to twelve months and committed more than $300 million towards Haiti’s long-term recovery and reconstruction following the devastating earthquake of January 12. The[Read More…]
Day: April 1, 2010
NEW REPORT: Homeownership Done Right
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010. Today the Center for American Progress released a new report, “Homeownership Done Right: What Experience and Research Teaches Us,” that reviews the considerable evidence that lower-income and minority homeowners benefit from well-designed affordable homeownership programs, many of which are weathering the foreclosure crisis reasonably well. The[Read More…]
Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke Opinion Editorial Re: Health Reform Impact on U.S. Businesses
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010. Editorial, The Wall Street Journal“Don’t’ Believe the Writedown Hype”Taken as a whole health reform is undeniably pro business and pro jobs President Obama began his campaign to reform the American health-care system focused on three goals: protecting Americans’ choice of doctors and health plans, assuring quality[Read More…]
Haitians Delivering Healthcare to Haitians
GENEVA–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010. A critical component of the response to the earthquake in Haiti, including its health consequences, has been the Haitian people themselves. The following story describes different types of services that have been set up by and for the Haitian people. Mobile clinics and temporary clinics have been[Read More…]
Voluntary Recall of All Tom’s Barbecue Potato Chips Because Of A Possible Health Risk
Charlotte, North Carolina–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010. Lance, Inc. with headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina is recalling 28,087 cases of Tom’s Barbecue Potato Chips packaged in 1 oz (UPC 021900060406), 2.25 oz (UPC 021900011477) and 8.5 oz (UPC 021900062417) sizes because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism[Read More…]
Crate and Barrel Recalls Glass Water Bottles Due to Laceration Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using products immediately unless otherwise instructed Name of Product: Glass Water Bottles Units: About 42,000 in the United[Read More…]
Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard Prompts Recall of Ottoman Bed Mattresses by PBteen
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010. The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: PBteen Ottoman Beds Units: About 3,000 Importer: PBteen a division of Williams-Sonoma Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.[Read More…]
Ardica Recalls Heated Jackets and Vests Due to Burn Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Jackets and Vests with Moshi Power Systems Units:[Read More…]
Presidential Proclamation–Census Day, April 1 2010
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 1, 2010. Since our Nation’s earliest days, the census has played an important role in identifying where resources are most needed. This procedure, enshrined in our Constitution, informs our Government’s responses to the evolving needs of American communities. By completing this year’s survey, we can ensure they receive[Read More…]
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