Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 21, 2011. Despite the recent statements of some utility companies in opposition to the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposal to limit toxic emissions from coal-fired power plants, the Center for American Progress has released the analysis “Mercury Falling: Many Power Plants Already Have Equipment to Slash Mercury, Toxic Contamination,”[Read More…]
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Citing Precarious Conditions, UN Urges Governments Not to Return Haitians
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–21 June 2011. The United Nations is appealing to governments to suspend all involuntary returns to Haiti, given the precarious conditions that continue to persist in the Caribbean nation 18 months after the devastating January 2010 earthquake. “Despite the recent elections and ongoing reconstruction efforts, Haiti, weakened by the[Read More…]
New Videos, Website Offer Important Resources for People Affected By Diabetes
Bethesda, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–June 21, 2011. New videos to help people make lifestyle changes and cope with the demands of diabetes were announced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP). The series of three- to five-minute videos, which can be found at www.YourDiabetesInfo.org/HealthSense address topics[Read More…]
FDA Unveils Final Cigarette Warning Labels
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–June 21, 2011. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today unveiled the nine graphic health warnings required to appear on every pack of cigarettes sold in the United States and in every cigarette advertisement. This bold measure will help prevent children from smoking, encourage adults who do[Read More…]
Sierra Club Applauds Action to Protect Public Lands, Waters Surrounding Grand Canyon
Phoenix, AZ –(ENEWSPF)–June 20, 2011. Today, the Sierra Club applauded an announcement by Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar recommending protection for more than a million acres of public lands adjacent to Grand Canyon National Park from mineral exploration and mining for 20 years. The area will remain temporarily protected[Read More…]
Secretary Salazar’s Remarks from Mather Point at the Rim of the Grand Canyon
MATHER POINT, GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK–(ENEWSPF)–June 20, 2011. In remarks regarding the potential withdrawal of certain federal lands near the Grand Canyon from new mining claims, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar today said that management of the Grand Canyon area must be guided by “caution, wisdom, and science,” so[Read More…]
NOAA and Partners Launch New Community-Based Lightning Awareness and Safety Program
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 20, 2011. Summer is time for backyard barbeques, trips to the beach and lots of outdoor fun, but it’s also a time when dangerous thunderstorms become more frequent. Hundreds of people are struck by lightning each year, causing countless debilitating injuries and 55 deaths on average. NOAA and[Read More…]
Feds Launch Action Plan to Protect People and Families from Radon – a Leading Cause of Lung Cancer
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–June 20, 2011. Today, U.S Environmental Protection Agency, the General Services Administration, and the departments of Agriculture, Defense, Energy, Health and Human Services, Housing and Urban Development, Interior, and Veterans Affairs have joined forces to help save lives and create healthier home and school environments for America’s families. The plan[Read More…]
FDA Examines Ways to Improve Consumer Understanding of Prescription Drug Ads
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–June 20, 2011. Findings from three studies conducted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration confirm that the way information is conveyed and displayed in printed drug advertising affects consumer understanding of prescription medications. The studies, designed by experts in FDA’s Division of Drug, Marketing, Advertising and Communications[Read More…]
6.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Antofagasta, Chile
Antofagasta, Chile-(ENEWSPF)- The United States Geological Survey has issued a report of a 6.5 magnitude earthquake near Antofagasta, Chile. The quake rumbled 117 km (72.7 miles) below the earth’s surface. The epicenter is located 87 km (54 miles) NE of Calama, Antofagasta, Chile; 196 km (121 miles) E of Tocopilla, Antofagasta, Chile;[Read More…]
