Council Creates Taskforce to Explore Creation of Designated Spaces for Marijuana Use Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2016. Today the Council of the District of Columbia voted to halt consideration of legislation that would permanently ban adult consumption of marijuana outside the home, and instead moved forward with the creation of a[Read More…]
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More Than 3 Million US Women at Risk for Alcohol-exposed Pregnancy
Sexually active women who stop using birth control should stop drinking alcohol, but most keep drinking Drinking too much can have many risks for women. Entire Infographic Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2016. An estimated 3.3 million women between the ages of 15 and 44 years are at risk of exposing their[Read More…]
Microsoft Recalls AC Power Cords for Surface Pro Devices Due to Fire, Shock Hazards
Recalled power cord – no sleeve Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2016 Recall Summary Name of product: AC Power cords Hazard: The power cords can overheat, posing fire or shock hazards. Remedy: View Details Replace Consumer Contact: Microsoft toll-free at 855-327-7780 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or[Read More…]
New England Journal of Medicine Violates Its Own Policy, Publishes Results of Unethical Clinical Trial That Put Resident Doctors at Risk
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2016. Statement of Dr. Michael Carome, Director, Public Citizen’s Health Research Group: Note: Today, The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) published an online article presenting results of the Flexibility in Duty Hour Requirements for Surgical Trainees (FIRST) trial. The article’s release coincides with the presentation of[Read More…]
Study: Monsanto’s Glyphosate Most Heavily Used Weed-Killer in History
Nearly 75 Percent of All Glyphosate Sprayed on Crops Came in the Last 10 Years; Surging Use in both U.S. and Globally Raises New Concerns for Health and the Environment WASHINGTON –(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2016. Monsanto’s signature herbicide glyphosate, first marketed as “Roundup,” is now the most widely and heavily[Read More…]
Higher Dietary Fiber Intake in Young Women May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
Boston, MA –(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2016. Women who eat more high-fiber foods during adolescence and young adulthood—especially lots of fruits and vegetables—may have significantly lower breast cancer risk than those who eat less dietary fiber when young, according to a new large-scale study led by researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School[Read More…]
Non-Credit Classes Coming To South Suburban College in February
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2016. South Suburban College’s Office of Continuing Education is offering a variety of non-credit classes for friends and family of all ages and interests. A new schedule of classes in areas such as creative arts, computers, professional development, and much more will begin February 15th[Read More…]
With 4 Million Syrian Children Out of School, $1.4 Billion Sought by UN to Save ‘Lost Generation’
Displaced Syrians receive UNICEF winter clothing kits. Photo: UNICEF/Aho Yousef GENEVA–(ENEWSPF)–2 February 2016 – With four million Syrian and host community children in need of education and no let-up in sight in the fighting tearing the country apart, the United Nations and its partners are seeking $1.4 billion at[Read More…]
FTC Charges Manufacturer of Kwik Frame, Kwik Fix, and Krylex Glues with Making Misleading ‘Made in USA’ Claims
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2016. The Federal Trade Commission filed suit against Chemence, Inc., an Ohio corporation, alleging that the company is deceiving consumers by making Made in USA claims for their strong, fast-acting glues such as Kwik Frame, Kwik Fix, and Krylex, which are produced using a significant amount of[Read More…]
SEIU’s Henry: From Hard Fought Clinton Win in Iowa We Head Onward to New Hampshire and Beyond to win for Working Families
WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2016. SEIU International President Mary Kay Henry issued the following statement on the Iowa Caucus results “In the face of stagnant wages, right-wing extremist attacks on workers’ rights, broken criminal justice and immigration systems, and an increasing need for affordable home and child care, hundreds of SEIU members[Read More…]
