Gene sequencing of samples from 57 Panamanian tree species gives scientists a look at host diversity in the plant microbiome EUGENE, Oregon–(ENEWSPF)–Sept. 16, 2014 — Each tree species has its own bacterial identity. That’s the conclusion of University of Oregon researchers and colleagues from other institutions who studied the genetic[Read More…]
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FDA Approves Movantik for Opioid-induced Constipation
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–September 16, 2014. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Movantik (naloxegol), an oral treatment for opioid-induced constipation in adults with chronic non-cancer pain. Opioids are a class of drugs that are used to treat and manage pain. A common side effect associated with the use of[Read More…]
Senator Merkley Slams Filibuster that Blocks Equal Pay Legislation
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 16, 2014. Yesterday Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley released the following statement after a Senate minority used a filibuster to once again block a vote on the Paycheck Fairness Act, legislation that would help ensure equal pay for equal work for all Americans: “Paying women the same as men[Read More…]
Climate Change Expected to Raise U.S. Wildfire Costs by $10 Billion- $60 Billion per Year in Just Four Decades
Groups issue report of first-ever cost estimates for climate change-magnified wildfires, and urge inclusion in national “social cost of carbon” estimates of the economic impacts of carbon pollution WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)–September 16, 2014 – Climate change could take a serious toll on the U.S. economy by expanding by 50 percent the area[Read More…]
NOAA Team Reveals Forgotten Ghost Ships Off Golden Gate
San Francisco area divers provided valuable assistance to help identify wrecks The engines of the tankers Frank H. Buck (above) and Lyman Stewart are visible at low tide off San Francisco’s Lands End, inside the waters of Golden Gate National Recreation Area. (Credit San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park) Washington,[Read More…]
Family and Friends Weekend at Governors State University October 9 – 12
University Park, IL –(ENEWSPF)—September 16, 2014. Governors State University is hosting its 1st Annual Family and Friends Weekend on October 9 -12, 2014. Students, their families, alumni and friends of the university are invited to attend a weekend filled with family-oriented events and entertainment. There is something for everyone. The[Read More…]
Congresswoman Kelly Amendment to Increase Diversity in Manufacturing Passes House
WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)—September 16, 2014. The U.S. House of Representatives on Monday night passed H.R. 2996, the Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation Act, which included an amendment by Congresswoman Robin Kelly that would increase diversity in the manufacturing sector. H.R. 2996 aims to boost American manufacturing competitiveness, stimulate innovation and accelerate workforce[Read More…]
Friends of the Earth Applauds Sustainability Focus in 2015 U.S. Dietary Guidelines
Urges emphasis on the benefits of less and better meat and dairy WASHINGTON, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)—September 16, 2014. For the first time, the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee is charged with integrating environmental concerns into its recommendations on what Americans should be eating. Friends of the Earth submitted comments last week urging the[Read More…]
Center for American Progress on Why New Census Poverty Report Is a ‘Clarion Call’ for Congress to Improve Economic Security of Struggling Families
Washington, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)–After the Bureau of the Census released its 2013 figures for poverty and income, Neera Tanden, President of the Center for American Progress, released the following statement: The new Census data reveal that four years into the economic recovery, low- and middle-income families are still feeling the pain of[Read More…]
Income, Poverty and Health Insurance Coverage in the United States: 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 16, 2014. The U.S. Census Bureau announced today that in 2013, the poverty rate declined from the previous year for the first time since 2006, while there was no statistically significant change in either the number of people living in poverty or real median household income. In addition,[Read More…]
