CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)—July 18, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today encouraged Illinoisans to take preventive action during this extremely hot weather to stay safe, cool, and avoid heat-related illnesses. As sweltering summer temperatures grip the Midwest, various Illinois state agencies offer services and information to help ensure the health and safety of the[Read More…]
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NIH Tips for Older Adults to Combat Heat-Related Illnesses
Bethesda, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–July 18, 2011. Older people can face risks related to hot weather. As people age, their bodies lose some ability to adapt to heat. They may have medical conditions that are worsened by heat. And their medications could reduce their ability to respond to heat. The National Institute on[Read More…]
Back To The Track Weekend A Hit at Balmoral and Maywood Parks
Crete, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The U.S.T.A.’s Back To The Track weekend was a hit at Maywood and Balmoral Park both on and off the track as non-stop racing action; giveaways and contests provided plenty of fun for fans of all ages. On Friday, July 15th fans at Maywood Park had a chance[Read More…]
Cook County: 831 Couples Applied For Civil Union Licenses In June
Clerk David Orr’s June 2011 report on civil unions in Illinois is available here, or by clicking on the image above. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Data shows couples span age, racial and education spectrum Cook County, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Cook County Clerk David Orr issued 831 civil union licenses during June, the first month[Read More…]
Extreme Warm Weather Safety Tips
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 18, 2011. With temperatures predicted to be in the high 90s this week and humidity bringing the heat index into the 100+ range, please remember that this extremely warm weather poses health risks not only for the elderly and disabled, but for those who work out doors[Read More…]
Kirk, Biggert, Illinois Delegation Members Call on Feds to OK Bipartisan State Medicaid Reforms
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 18, 2011. Following federal attempts to block parts of a bipartisan Illinois reform to strengthen the finances of Medicaid, U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk (R-Ill.), U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert (R-Hinsdale), and ten other members of the Illinois Congressional delegation sent a letter to CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)[Read More…]
Statement by the President and Mrs. Obama on Nelson Mandela International Day
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 18, 2011. As the people of the world celebrate Nelson Mandela’s 93rd birthday on July 18, Madiba continues to be a beacon for the global community, and for all who work for democracy, justice and reconciliation. On behalf of the people of the United States, we[Read More…]
DOD Identifies Additional Army Casualty, July 17, 2011
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 17, 2011. The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Spc. Frank R. Gross, 25, of Oldsmar, Fla., died July 16 at Kandahar province, Afghanistan of wounds sustained at Khowst province, Afghanistan when an improvised explosive device caused a[Read More…]
HRC’s Call It Out Campaign Calls on Candidates to Disavow Dangerous ‘Ex-Gay’ Therapies
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– The Human Rights Campaign – the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organization – is calling on the GOP candidates for President to disavow the dangerous “ex-gay” or “reparative” therapies endorsed by Michele Bachmann and her husband Marcus. Last week Bachmann signed her name[Read More…]
HRC: House Votes to Defund DADT Training They’ve Never Seen
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– The U.S. House voted 236-184 on July 8 in favor of an amendment sponsored by Rep. Tim Huelskamp (R-KS) to the Defense Appropriations bill that bars the use of funds to implement training on the repeal of the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” law for chaplains. The amendment was introduced in[Read More…]
