NEW DELHI–(ENEWSPF)–SEPTEMBER 6, 2011 – Novartis will go before the Indian Supreme Court tomorrow in the latest attempt by the Swiss multinational pharmaceutical company to undermine a key public health safeguard in Indian patent law specifically designed to prevent drug companies from abusively patenting known medicines. If successful, the move[Read More…]
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Departments of Energy and Interior Award Nearly $17 Million for Advanced Hydropower Technologies
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2011. U.S. Department Energy Secretary Steven Chu and U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Ken Salazar today announced nearly $17 million in funding over the next three years for research and development projects to advance hydropower technology. Sixteen projects in 11 states were selected through a competitive[Read More…]
Friends of the Earth Opposes NAFTA-Style Investment Chapter in Trans-Pacific Partnership Trade Agreement
Negotiators meeting in Chicago should ditch unfair investment provisions that threaten the environment CHICAGO, ILL.—(ENEWSPF)—September 6, 2011. As representatives from the United States and eight other Pacific countries gathered behind closed doors in a Chicago hotel to negotiate the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade agreement, environmental, public health, family farm, labor and[Read More…]
Nuclear Regulatory Commission Issues Mid-Cycle Assessments for Nation’s Nuclear Plants
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—September 6, 2011. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued mid-cycle assessment letters to the nation’s 104 operating commercial nuclear power plants. The agency’s most recent assessments show that all plants continue to operate safely. “We ensure nuclear power plants are safe, inspecting them and rating their performance regularly,[Read More…]
U.S. Blood Supply Vulnerable To Parasitic Infection Spread By Ticks
To reduce risk, Babesia test is needed to screen blood donors Atlanta, GA—(ENEWSPF)—September 6, 2011. Babesia, a tickborne parasite of red blood cells, is being transmitted through blood transfusions, according to results of a collaborative study, led by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, of data from the past[Read More…]
Senator Kirk Delivers Address Following Navy Reserve Assignment in Afghanistan
Kirk: Reconsidering Benefit of Aid to Pakistan CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—September 6 2011. Following his third two-week assignment in Afghanistan, Naval Reserve Intelligence Commander, Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) today delivered a speech offering a first-hand account of the challenges America and its NATO allies face in Afghanistan as the U.S. continues to stabilize[Read More…]
International Day of Peace Event September 21
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2011. On Wednesday, September 21, Pax Christi Seed Planters, Generations for Peace Park Forest, St. Irenaeus Church Community Garden and the South Suburban Food Cooperative invite you to participate in the International Day of Peace Event at St. Irenaeus Church, 78 Cherry, Park Forest. The event will[Read More…]
‘Monday Night Fun Squares’ – Square Dancing for Fun and Friendship
Homewood, IL–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2011. Starting on Monday, September 12, St. Paul Community Church, 18200 Dixie Highway, Homewood, IL, will be hosting ‘Monday Night Fun Squares’ – square dancing for fun and friendship. From 7 pm. to 8 p.m., brand new dancers will learn the basics of the calls and practice time on[Read More…]
Statement by President Obama on Robert Gates Becoming Chancellor of William & Mary
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2011. I congratulate Robert Gates on his selection as the twenty-fourth Chancellor of the College of William & Mary. In Bob, one of our nation’s oldest colleges has found one of our nation’s finest public servants. I’m confident that Bob will bring to this new role[Read More…]
September is National Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month
More than 2,900 newborns screened & diagnosed with sickle cell disease Under Illinois Program SPRINGFIELD, ILL.—(ENEWSPF)—September 6, 2011. September is National Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month, and the Illinois Department of Public Health is reminding families that newborn screening, parental education and comprehensive care can markedly reduce this debilitating illness.[Read More…]
