Silver Spring, Maryland—(ENEWSPF)—November 16, 2017 By: Rosemary Piser The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced today that Lipari Foods, LLC has issued a voluntary recall of specific dark chocolate products due to an undeclared milk allergen. The products were packaged by Lipari’s sister company JLM. Those with an allergy or[Read More…]
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Planned Parenthood of Illinois Marks Transgender Awareness Week, Highlights Need for Inclusive, Compassionate Care
Chicago—(ENEWSPF)–November 14, 2017 By: Julie Lynn, Manager of External Affairs November is Transgender Awareness Week, dedicated to educating people about the transgender community and raising awareness of the issues facing transgender and gender nonconforming people. Planned Parenthood of Illinois is taking this opportunity to remind everyone of the need for[Read More…]
FDA Expands Approval of Sutent to Reduce the Risk of Kidney Cancer Returning
Silver Spring, Maryland—(ENEWSPF)—November 16, 2017 By: Angela Stark The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today approved Sutent (sunitinib malate) for the adjuvant treatment of adult patients who are at a high risk of kidney cancer (renal cell carcinoma) returning after a kidney has been removed (nephrectomy). Adjuvant treatment is[Read More…]
New CDC Study Finds Only 1 in 10 Adults Get Enough Fruits or Vegetables
Men, younger adults, and those in poverty get fewest fruits/vegetables Atlanta, GA—(ENEWSPF)—November 16, 2017 By: CDC Media Relations Just 1 in 10 adults meet the federal fruit or vegetable recommendations, according to a new study published today in CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR). Depending on their age and[Read More…]
Bold, Healthier, And Easier Meals
Family Features-(ENEWSPF)- One of the challenges of cooking at home is creating bold and unique flavors with healthy, organic and wholesome ingredients without spending hours in the kitchen. With the right tools, you don’t have to go to extremes or make drastic changes to eat healthy. Try these tips to[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly Shares Constituent Concerns Over the GOP Tax Scam
Washington, DC –(ENEWSPF)—November 16, 2017 By: James Lewis Yesterday, Congresswoman Kelly took to Twitter to share the concerns on her constituents about the GOP’s so-called ‘tax reform’ plan. “Constituents from around the district have been calling my office to say, ‘vote no.’ I think families truly understand that this bill[Read More…]
Illinois Consumers Who Lost Money to Scammers Using Western Union Should File Claims for Refunds
Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—November 16, 2017 By: Rosemary Piser Attorney General Lisa Madigan announced yesterday that people who sent money to scammers who requested payment through Western Union’s money transfer system may now file claims to get their money back. Anyone who sent money to a scammer using Western Union between January 1,[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Urges that Drug Manufacturers and Distributors be Accountable for Opioid Oversupply
Attorneys General Argue DEA Should be Able to Issue Immediate Suspension Order Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—November 16, 2017 By: Rosemary Piser Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan, along with 43 other Attorneys General, sent a letter to congressional leaders urging them to repeal a 2016 federal law demanding registered drug manufacturers and distributors that[Read More…]
FDA Approves New treatment to Prevent Bleeding in Certain Patients with Hemophilia A
Silver Spring, Maryland—(ENEWSPF)—November 16, 2017 By: Angela Stark The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Hemlibra (emicizumab-kxwh) to prevent or reduce the frequency of bleeding episodes in adult and pediatric patients with hemophilia A who have developed antibodies called Factor VIII (FVIII) inhibitors. “Reducing the frequency or preventing bleeding[Read More…]
Yorgo’s Foods Inc. Recalls All Flavored and Unflavored Food Products Due to Possible Health Risk
Recalled products include Hommus; Tahini Sauces; Yogurt Dip, Salads, Tzatziki, Grape Leaves; and Taboule Silver Spring, Maryland—(ENEWSPF)—November 16, 2017 By: Rosemary Piser The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Yorgo’s Foods Inc. of Manchester New Hampshire is recalling all Greek-style food products it manufactures. These Yorgo products are being[Read More…]
