Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 12, 2013. The Justice Department announced today that, as part of its Barrier-Free Health Care Initiative , it has reached a settlement with Woodlawn Family Dentistry, of Alexandria, Va., under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This is the third settlement addressing HIV discrimination by a medical[Read More…]
Day: February 12, 2013
Readout of President Obama’s Call with Republic of Korea President Lee Myung-bak
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 12, 2013. The President spoke to Republic of Korea President Lee Myung-bak this morning to consult and coordinate on the response to North Korea’s announced nuclear test. The two leaders condemned this highly provocative violation of North Korea’s international obligations. They agreed to work closely together, including at[Read More…]
Statement by President Obama on North Korean Announcement of Nuclear Test
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 12, 2013. North Korea announced today that it conducted a third nuclear test. This is a highly provocative act that, following its December 12 ballistic missile launch, undermines regional stability, violates North Korea’s obligations under numerous United Nations Security Council resolutions, contravenes its commitments under the September 19,[Read More…]
Drug Policy Alliance: Say It, Mr. President
NEW YORK—(ENEWSPF)—February 12, 2013. By Ethan Nadelmann: Executive Director, Drug Policy Alliance I firmly believe that at some point during his second administration President Obama is going to address the issue of mass incarceration in America. What I fear is that he is going to wait so long, and ultimately[Read More…]
Hospitals Report Reductions in Some Types of Health Care-associated Infections
CDC report highlights areas for improvement in an effort to protect patients Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–February 12, 2013. Hospitals in the U.S. continue to make progress in the fight against central line-associated bloodstream infections and some surgical site infections, according to a report issued today by the Centers for Disease Control and[Read More…]
Nursing Professor Tina Parks Awarded Tenure at Prairie State College
(PHOTO SUPPLIED) CHICAGO HEIGHTS–(ENEWSPF)–February 12, 2013. Prairie State College (PSC) recently announced that Assistant Professor Tina Parks met the college’s expectations for tenure, including commitment to student success, collaboration with her peers, and dedication to the college’s mission and core values. The announcement was made at the January Board of[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Names Natashia Holmes New Seventh Ward Alderman
Choice of Holmes Comes at Tail End of Thorough, Transparent Process; Holmes in Line to Represent Seventh Ward at Next Council Meeting CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 12, 2013. Yesterday, Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced that Natashia L. Holmes will be the new alderman representing Chicago’s seventh ward. “After an extensive and thorough process, I[Read More…]
Industrial Hemp Farming Legislation Reintroduced In Congress
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 12, 2013. by Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director Congressman Thomas Massie (R-KY) and 28 co-sponsors, including House Agriculture Committee ranking member Collin Peterson (D-MN), have reintroduced legislation in Congress that requires the federal government to respect state laws allowing the cultivation of industrial hemp. Hemp is a distinct[Read More…]
Yamaha Recall of Certain Model Year 2009 YW125 (Zuma 125) Scooters
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—February 12, 2013. SUMMARY: Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2009 YW125 (Zuma 125) scooters manufactured between July 2008 and April 2009 due to possible improper clearances in the internal fuel pump components. These improper clearances may cause an inadequate supply of fuel. CONSEQUENCE: The limited fuel supply could[Read More…]
Gene Today, Gone Tomorrow: Genes for Autism and Schizophrenia Only Active in Developing Brains
UK–(ENEWSPF)–12 February 2013. Genes linked to autism and schizophrenia are only switched on during the early stages of brain development, according to a study in mice led by researchers at the University of Oxford. This new study adds to the evidence that autism and schizophrenia are neurodevelopmental disorders, a term[Read More…]
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