Washington, DC–(ENEWSPSF)–January 22, 2015. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration yesterday approved Cosentyx (secukinumab) to treat adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes patches of skin redness and irritation. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder, and occurs more commonly in patients in with a family history[Read More…]
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Iowa Farmers Group Asks for Improved Pesticide Drift Protections
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 22, 2015.l The Iowa Farmers Union filed a petition yesterday with the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) for rulemaking to improve pesticide drift incident responses, penalties, and support to farmers harmed by pesticide drift. “Pesticide drift from nearby fields is a very real problem for farmers in Iowa,”[Read More…]
New Bipartisan Poll: Americans Embrace Climate Action, Clean Energy & Health Protections
Majorities in Maine, New Hampshire, Virginia, Florida and Colorado back an agenda of clean water, clean air, health safeguards and action on climate change WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–January 22, 2015 – With President Obama and the new GOP-controlled Congress facing showdowns over climate change, and health and environmental safeguards, new public opinion research[Read More…]
NARAL Pro-Choice America: Switching From One Bad Abortion Ban Bill To Another Will Not Solve The GOP’s Political Problem
New Bill Would Impose Small Business Tax and Codify Current Abortion Ban Laws Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 22, 2015. Statement from Ilyse Hogue, President of NARAL Pro-Choice America, on today’s action in the House: “The Tea Party-led Congress is desperately trying to save face after being forced to abandon their abortion ban[Read More…]
Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report for Week Ending Jan. 17th, Jan. 22, 2015
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 22, 2015. SEASONALLY ADJUSTED DATA In the week ending January 17, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 307,000, a decrease of 10,000 from the previous week’s revised level. The previous week’s level was revised up by 1,000 from 316,000 to 317,000. The 4-week moving average[Read More…]
Medical Marijuana Advocacy Group Runs Ad in USA Today Announcing 3rd Annual Conference in Washington DC, March 27-31
Americans for Safe Access hosts scientists, patients, doctors, advocates, lawyers, and policymakers in effort to advance health policy reforms Washington, DC –(ENEWSPF)—January 22, 2015. The country’s leading medical marijuana advocacy group, Americans for Safe Access (ASA), formally announced its third annual Unity Conference, “Wellness is Winning: Advancing Evidence Based Medical[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama on Middle-Class Economics, Jan. 21, 2015
Boise, Idaho–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2015 – 3:05 P.M. CST THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Boise State! (Applause.) Oh, it’s good to be back! (Applause.) Can everybody please give Camille a big round of applause for that introduction? (Applause.) I love young people who are doing science. And I especially love seeing young[Read More…]
White House Press Gaggle by Josh Earnest Aboard Air Force One, Jan. 21, 2015
En Route Boise, Idaho–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2015 – 11:47 A.M. EST MR. EARNEST: Good morning, everybody, and welcome aboard Air Force One as we make our way toward the beautiful state of Idaho. As you all know, this is the first opportunity that the President has had to visit the state[Read More…]
Pro-Choice Champions in Congress Reintroduce Historic Women’s Health Protection Act
Legislation fights back against attacks on reproductive health care, protects access to safe and legal abortion in U.S. Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2015. Renewing their commitment to the health and rights of women in the United States, Senators Richard Blumenthal and Tammy Baldwin and Representatives Judy Chu, Lois Frankel, and Marcia[Read More…]
Owner Of Mchenry Tax Preparation Business And Seven Others Arrested On Federal Charges In Alleged $600,000 Tax Fraud Scheme
ROCKFORD —(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2015. The owner of a McHenry, Ill., tax preparation business, together with three employees and four clients, were arrested today after being indicted on federal charges alleging they participated in a $600,000 mail fraud scheme by preparing and filing over 200 false personal federal income tax returns[Read More…]
