WASHINGTON, DC – (ENEWSPF)—June 2, 2017. U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), the top Democrat on the Fisheries, Wildlife and Water Subcommittee, and Representative Dan Kildee (D-MI) are urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to strengthen protections against lead poisoning in our nation’s pipes, fittings, and fixtures that supply drinking water.[Read More…]
Health and Fitness
New VA Online Tool Helps Veterans Learn About and Compare Effective PTSD Treatments
WASHINGTON —(ENEWSPF)–June 2, 2017. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) launched a new online tool this week that will help Veterans compare various treatment options for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The PTSD Treatment Decision Aid is a free, interactive online tool that helps educate patients about effective treatment options for[Read More…]
Groundbreaking Supervised Consumption Services Bill Passes the California Assembly
Bi-partisan Support for AB 186 to Prevent Drug Overdose Deaths in California CALIFORNIA—(ENEWSPF)—June 2, 2017. Late Thursday evening, the California State Assembly became the first legislative body in the U.S. to pass a bill to permit safe consumption services that would allow drug users to use controlled substances under the[Read More…]
NIH Scientists Try to Crack the Brain’s Memory Codes
Studies of epilepsy patients uncover clues to how the brain remembers. Cracking the brain’s memory codes: Scientists at NIH used electrical recordings to study how the human brain remembers. Zaghloul lab, NIH/NINDS Bethesda, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–June 2, 2017. In a pair of studies, scientists at the National Institutes of Health explored how[Read More…]
Baby Teeth Link Autism and Heavy Metals, NIH Study Suggests
Cross-section of tooth showing laser removal of the dentine layer, in tan, for analysis of metal content.Mount Sinai Health System Bethesda, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–June 2, 2017. Baby teeth from children with autism contain more toxic lead and less of the essential nutrients zinc and manganese, compared to teeth from children without autism,[Read More…]
Schnucks Bakery Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Walnuts in Cinnamon Pudding Half Cakes and Cake Slices
ST. LOUIS –(ENEWSPF)–June 2, 2017. Schnucks Bakery, a St. Louis, Mo. establishment, is issuing an allergy alert on Cinnamon Pudding Half Cakes and Cake Slices because the products may contain walnuts that are not listed on the ingredient labels. Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to walnuts run the[Read More…]
FDA Approves First Generic Strattera for the Treatment of ADHD
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2017. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the first generic versions of Strattera (atomoxetine) to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in pediatric and adult patients. Apotex Inc., Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Inc., Aurobindo Pharma Limited and Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited today gained approval to market atomoxetine in[Read More…]
Senators Duckworth, Collins & Blumenthal Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Make Preventive Healthcare More Affordable for Veterans
WASHINGTON, D.C. –(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2017. Today, combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), U.S Senator Susan Collins (R-ME) and U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) introduced bipartisan legislation to make healthcare more affordable for America’s Veterans. Their Veterans Preventive Health Coverage Fairness Act would stop forcing our nation’s Veterans to[Read More…]
Allergy Alert Issued on Undeclared Milk in Kroger Yellow Sponge Cake Dessert Cups
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2017. The Kroger Co. has recalled Kroger Dessert Cups –Yellow Sponge Cake (6.5 oz., 6 Pack) sold in its retail stores because it contains undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction[Read More…]
Kroger Recalls Simple Truth Dry Roasted Macadamia Nuts
Photo Supplied Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2017. The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the recall of its Simple Truth Dry Roasted Macadamia Nuts due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. A supplier reported the product may have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause[Read More…]
