Madrid, Spain–(ENEWSPF)–21 January 2011. The combined administration of THC and the pharmaceutical agent temozolomide (TMZ) demonstrates strong anti-cancer activity in brain tumors resistant to conventional anti-cancer treatments, according to preclinical data published online in the journal Molecular Cancer Therapeutics. Investigators at Complutense University in Spain assessed the anti-tumor activity of the[Read More…]
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Cannabinoid Compound Exerts Anticonvulsant Effects In Animal Models Of Epilepsy
Reading, United Kingdom–(ENEWSPF)–21 January 2011. The administration of the nonpsychotropic cannabinoid CBD (cannabidiol) significantly reduces the incidences and severity of seizures, according to preclinical data published online in Seizure: The Journal of the British Epilepsy Association. Investigators at the University of Reading, School of Pharmacy, in the United Kingdom assessed the[Read More…]
New Report: The State of Communities of Color in the U.S. Economy
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2011. The Center for American Progress released a report today entitled “The State of Communities of Color in the U.S. Economy” outlining how U.S. households in general, but communities of color in particular, were severely hurt by the recession. According to the authors, communities of color experienced[Read More…]
President Obama Honors Outstanding Science, Math, Engineering Mentors
Washington, D.C.;–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2011. President Obama today named 11 individuals and 4 organizations as recipients of the prestigious Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring. The mentors will receive their awards at a White House ceremony next week. The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama on the Economy in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2011 – 1:03 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hello, hello! Hello, Schenectady! (Applause.) It is good to be in New York. (Applause.) Now let me just begin, if I’m not mistaken, Governor Cuomo* — who is going to be an outstanding governor — (applause) — he tried to[Read More…]
IDPH 2011 Sports Fish Consumption Advisory
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2011. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced the 2011 consumption advisories for sport fish caught in Illinois waters. This year, new advisories are being issued for the following lakes and rivers: Big Muddy River and tributaries in Washington, Jefferson, Perry, Franklin, Jackson and Williamson[Read More…]
HHS Announces Three Million Medicare Beneficiaries Have Received Prescription Drug Cost Relief Under Affordable Care Act
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2011. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced that three million Medicare beneficiaries nationwide have received prescription drug cost relief through the Affordable Care Act. To date, three million eligible beneficiaries who fell into the drug coverage gap known as the donut hole[Read More…]
State Rep. DeLuca Encourages Students to Apply for Legislative Scholarship
Chicago Heights, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 21, 2011. State Representative Anthony DeLuca (D-Chicago Heights) announced today that he will begin accepting applications for the 2011 General Assembly Scholarship program. The scholarships are available to residents of the 80th district and will cover one year of tuition to the following universities: University of Illinois[Read More…]
Bears, Packers and Steelers Living In Harmony
(PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– In a special edition of “Spirit Wear Friday,” the Marian Catholic community added Bears and Packers items to the regular dress code in support of Sunday’s big game. Students, faculty, and staff participated. As this photo represents, proportionately, there are many more Bears fans at[Read More…]
ICT: U.S.- China Summit: ‘A Positive Development for Human Rights and Tibet’
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 21, 2011. The International Campaign for Tibet (ICT) is pleased that President Obama reasserted, in front of President Hu Jintao, the long-standing policy of the United States on Tibet, which supports a resolution through dialogue and the preservation of the Tibetan identity. ICT is eager to continue its[Read More…]
