Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2015. Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued final guidance outlining updated blood donor deferral recommendations to reflect the most current scientific evidence and to help ensure continued safety of the blood supply by reducing the risk of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) transmission by blood[Read More…]
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Speeding Up Brain’s Waste Disposal May Slow Down Neurodegenerative Diseases
NIH-funded mouse study identifies therapeutic target for clearing out toxic proteins damaged during neurodegenerative disorders. Proteasomes and Brain Cell Death: Using mouse brains, scientists studied the role of the proteasome system in neurodegenerative disorders.Karen Duff, Ph.D., Columbia University. Bethesda, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2015. A study of mice shows how proteasomes, a[Read More…]
International Study Reveals New Genetic Clues to Age-related Macular Degeneration
NIH-funded research provides framework for future studies of AMD biology, therapy. Between 2010 and 2050, the estimated number of people with AMD will more than double from 2.1 million to 5.4 million. Bethesda, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2015. An international study of about 43,000 people has significantly expanded the number of genetic[Read More…]
As States Spend the Last of Race to the Top Dollars, New CAP Analysis Finds That More Than Half of Funds Were Used for Investments in Educators
Race to the Top, or RTT, program, funded by the Recovery Act, delivered $4.35 billion to states to spur K-12 education improvements; CAP report finds RTT funds were used for investments in educators, increased state capacity, redefined the role of state education agencies, and generated unprecedented collaboration across states and districts.[Read More…]
Study Shows Increased Support for Sports Teams that Support LGBT Players, Policies
American Abby Wambach celebrates after winning the women’s soccer gold medal match at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. Source: AP/Lefteris Pitarakis Washington, D.C. —(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2015. Support for LGBT players and rights by professional sports franchises leads to more favorable feelings toward teams, according to a new study[Read More…]
Hillary Clinton New Video: The GOP Grinches Who Steal Progress
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2015,. As we head into the holiday season, Hillary for America released a new web video. While we could describe the video to you here, we think it’s better for you to watch it for yourself. Source: http://www.hillaryclinton.com
Teens Aspiring to Music Careers Receive Real World Experience and Advice from Pros Thanks to Partnership Between Grammy Foundation®, Best Buy and Chicago City of Learning
CHICAGO, IL – (ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2015. A dream for many, working with the best in the music business became a reality for 39 local high school students on Saturday, December 5, at Best Buy GRAMMY Camp® – Weekend, powered by Chicago City of Learning, held on DePaul University’s Loop Campus.[Read More…]
IDOT, Law Enforcement: Drunk Driving Ruins the Holidays
Drunk driving fatalities remain consistent; police aim to save lives CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2015. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Illinois State Police (ISP) and 170 police and sheriff’s departments today kicked off an all-out effort to keep drunk drivers off Illinois roads this holiday season. The end-of-year campaign[Read More…]
Conservationists Deal Blow to Wildlife Services in Landmark WA Wolf Case
Court rejects indiscriminate wolf killing OLYMPIA, Wash. –(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2015. In response to a challenge brought by a coalition of conservation organizations, a federal court rejected plans to escalate cruel wolf killing in Washington state by the secretive federal program dubbed “Wildlife Services.” Federal District Judge Robert Bryan held that[Read More…]
Mars Chocolate North America Issues Allergy Alert Voluntary Recall on Undeclared Peanuts, Wheat and Egg Ingredient for DOVE® Chocolate Assortment Snowflakes
24.0 oz. Bag, Sold Only at One Major Retailer with Stores Across the U.S. Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2015. Mars Chocolate North America Issues Allergy Alert Voluntary Recall on Undeclared Peanuts, Wheat and Egg Ingredient for DOVE® Chocolate Assortment Snowflakes, 24.0 oz. Bag, Sold Only at One Major Retailer with[Read More…]
