Schaumburg, IL–(ENEWSPF)–January 26, 2015. Today, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) announced that she convened advisory committees on issues of importance to the 8th Congressional District. Congresswoman Duckworth established the committees to hear firsthand from her constituents and encourage more members of the community to give their input on the future of[Read More…]
Day: January 26, 2015
American Academy of Pediatrics Issues Updated Immunization Schedules for Children and Adolescents, Jan. 26, 2015
Elk Grove Village, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 26, 2015. Updated vaccine recommendations for children and adolescents will be published in the February 2015 issue of Pediatrics and published online Jan. 26. The policy statement, “Recommended Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Schedule – United States, 2015” will include links to the 2015 recommended childhood and[Read More…]
Early Interventions for Behavioral and Emotional Disorders – American Academy of Pediatrics Clinical Report
Elk Grove Village, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 26, 2015. Behavior and emotional problems are common in U.S. children, but are not always identified or treated properly. Currently, 11 percent to 20 percent of children suffer from a diagnosed mental or behavioral disorder, yet it is estimated that only 1 in 8 children receive[Read More…]
American Academy of Pediatrics Reaffirms Opposition to Legalizing Marijuana for Recreational or Medical Use
Updated policy statement includes option for “compassionate use” of marijuana for children with debilitating or life-limiting diseases Elk Grove Village, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 26, 2015. In an updated policy statement and technical report, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) reaffirms its opposition to legalizing marijuana, citing the potential harms to children and[Read More…]
Health Disparities, Social Justice are Focus of Forum at DePaul University on February 6
Physician David Ansell to deliver keynote on racism and public health Dr. David Ansell, a physician at Rush University Medical Center, will deliver the keynote at the Health Disparities and Social Justice conference at DePaul University Feb. 6, 2015. (Photo courtesy of Rush University Medical Center) CHICAGO — (ENEWSPF)–January 26,[Read More…]
Better, Smarter, Healthier: In Historic Announcement, HHS Sets Clear Goals and Timeline for Shifting Medicare Reimbursements from Volume to Value
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 26, 2015. In a meeting with nearly two dozen leaders representing consumers, insurers, providers, and business leaders, Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia M. Burwell today announced measurable goals and a timeline to move the Medicare program, and the health care system at large, toward paying providers based[Read More…]
Diaper Compound May Expand Power of Microscopes
NIH-funded study may change the way scientists photograph large tissues Bethesda, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–January 26, 2015. Pour, mix, set, add water and voila: highly detailed images of the inside of cells. A study, partially funded by the National Institutes of Health, showed that a modified form of the superabsorbent chemical used in[Read More…]
South Suburban College’s Bulldogs Basketball to Host Community Day On February 7
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–(ENEWSPF)—January 26, 2015. The South Suburban College (SSC) Basketball Programs will host the Bulldogs’ Annual Community Day on Saturday, February 7th vs. Black Hawk College. The Lady Bulldogs will tip off at 1:00 p.m. followed by the Men’s Team at 3:00 p.m. All residents, businesses and employees of[Read More…]
‘Butterfly Lady’ Kay MacNeil to Speak on ‘Monarch Stuff and How to Be a Caterpillar Mom’ on February 8
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 26, 2015. A monarch butterfly program will be presented on Sunday, February 8 at 11:30 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC), 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest. ‘Butterfly Lady’ Kay MacNeil will speak on “Monarch Stuff and How to Be a Caterpillar Mom.’ The event is[Read More…]
Wyoming to Strengthen Fracking Chemical Disclosure in Response to Citizen Pressure
Victory: Legal challenge prompts agreement requiring closer scrutiny of bids to keep chemical information secret Pavillion, Wyoming. “Produced” water is brought back to the surface after fracking takes place. The water and fracking fluid is placed into evaporation ponds. Photo courtesy of Ecoflight Casper, WY —(ENEWSPF)–January 26, 2015. Under a[Read More…]
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