Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–July 29, 2014. Each year, thousands of Americans are diagnosed with some form of skin cancer. The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to prevent skin cancer is important especially during these hot summer months when many of us spend extra time in the sun. Over the last few[Read More…]
Day: July 29, 2014
Surgeon General Issues Call to Action to Prevent Skin Cancer
Skin cancer rates rising: most cases are preventable Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—July 29, 2014. Skin cancer, the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States, is a major public health problem that requires immediate action, according to a new Call to Action released today by the U.S. Surgeon General. Even though most[Read More…]
Pesticides Linked to Drug-Resistant Fungal Infections in Humans
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 29, 2014. A recent rise in drug resistant human pathogenic fungi may be fueled by the use of fungicides (pesticides that kill fungi) on agricultural fields, according to research led by Manchester University in the United Kingdom. Aspergillus, the genus of common soil-dwelling fungi analyzed by researchers, include[Read More…]
Remarks of Secretary Lew on the Release of the Social Security and Medicare Trustees Reports, July 28, 2014
WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)—July 28, 2014. Every year, the Social Security and Medicare Boards of Trustees provide a report to Congress on the strength of our indispensable social insurance programs. And this morning, the Trustees met to complete their annual financial review and transmit their final reports. I would like thank my fellow[Read More…]
White House Report: The Cost of Delaying Action to Stem Climate Change
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 29, 2014. With our country already experiencing the effects of climate change, the President has taken action to cut carbon pollution by moving to cleaner sources of energy and improving the energy efficiency of our cars, trucks and buildings. But further steps are urgently needed to ensure that[Read More…]
Remarks by National Security Advisor Susan E. Rice to the National Jewish Leaders Assembly, July 28, 2014
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2014. Good afternoon everyone. Thank you so much Bob for that incredibly generous introduction. I also want to thank my friend Malcolm and express my personal gratitude for this invitation. And it’s good to be back at the Conference of Presidents and seeing so many friends and[Read More…]
White House Press Briefing by Josh Earnest, July 28, 2014
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2014 – 1:10 P.M. EDT MR. EARNEST: Good afternoon, everybody. Hope you all enjoyed your weekend. It’s nice to see you on this Monday afternoon. We are starting pretty close to on time today, which is a nice, new trend, hopefully that we’ll be able to continue. [Read More…]
Over 8.2 Million Seniors Have Saved More than $11.5 Billion on Prescription Drugs Since 2010
Findings come on eve of Medicare’s 49th anniversary Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—July 29, 2014. On the eve of the 49th anniversary of the signing of Medicare and Medicaid into law, new information released today by the Department of Health and Human Services shows that more than 8.2 million seniors and people with[Read More…]
Hoping for a New Sidewalk? Don’t Crack Up Waiting. Check Out VOPF’s 50/50 Program
Can’t wait to get your sidewalk replaced? There’s a plan. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Can’t wait to get your sidewalk replaced? Don’t let yourself fall to pieces waiting. You might want to try Park Forest’s 50/50 program. According to officials, the Village’s sidewalk replacement funds go to public safety[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of July 28, 2014
Meghan Mick (center) wins a gift basket from Quality Classic Health & Fitness Center, presented by Rhonda Glover (left) and Mary Grimm, at Main Street Nights. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 28, 2014. The Village of Park Forest will host a special Job Training Program presentation for Park Forest[Read More…]