IAFF 10TH District Conference will be taking place April 8-9, 2024, in Hawaii.
Robert H. Lee, President, HFFA, Local 1463
The IAFF 10th District Conference 2024 will be headquartered at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach…
April 1-7 is National Public Health Week 2024. This year’s theme is “Protecting, Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health.” This holistic approach to public health was certainly evident in Governors’ 2024…
Washington, D.C. – The National Governors Association (NGA) and the National League of Cities (NLC) are partnering on a new project to help cities and states prepare workers for job opportunities generated by the…
1. IntroductionGlobal progress to improve PA levels to the recommended World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines has been slow, largely due to the lack of awareness of PA benefits and financial investment challenges . The WHO report on…
Each year, NGA’s Membership team holds multiple meetings and events designed to support Governors’ offices and their staff members. The meetings provide a robust networking forum and offer educational opportunities to…
1. IntroductionHuntington’s disease (HD) presents an enduring challenge within the landscape of neurodegenerative disorders . It is a hereditary disorder characterized by a relentless progression of motor dysfunction, cognitive…
Nicole Ward President & Cofounder of "AAWTA" at Mid-America Trucking Show "2024"
Mid-America Trucking Show "MATS2024"
Media Hours at the Mid-America Trucking Show "MATS2024"
ATLANTA, GA, UN, March 31, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/…
1. IntroductionDespite improved survival rates for coronary artery disease (CAD) in recent years, CAD overall prevalence remains a significant concern . With the growing number of older people, along with rising rates of diabetes and…
CHICAGO, IL, November 1, 2021 – During National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month in November, the Alzheimer’s Association is teaming up with the Ad Council to launch a new national communications…
New York, NY, November 9, 2021 — Nearly half of adult Americans have high blood pressure , and many do not know it. To help Americans reduce their risk of heart attack and stroke, the American Heart Association (AHA), American Medical…
CHICAGO, IL, May 10, 2022 – This week, the American Lung Association’s LUNG FORCE initiative is celebrating Turquoise Takeover to raise awareness about lung cancer, the nation’s leading cancer killer. As a part of the important…
1. IntroductionUrine pH (UpH) refers to urine acidity. On average, UpH is slightly acidic with a pH of 6.0, and acidic urine means a pH of less than 5.5 . It is known to be influenced by systemic factors such as an individual’s diet,…
Carbohydrates provide essential nutrients and are one of the main sources of calories for our bodies. They can all be part of a healthy eating plan.
Not all carbs are created equal
There are two types of carbohydrates: simple and…
OTTAWA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the carbon tax is slated to increase on April 1, 2024, the Canadian Propane Association (CPA) is joining numerous other calls in urging the government to take a practical and equitable…
Anchorage, Alaska – FEMA Individual Assistance is now available for residents of the City and Borough of Wrangell affected by the landslides that occurred on November 20, 2023. Assistance may include grants for home repairs, temporary…
1. IntroductionDespite recent national and local efforts to expand access to healthy food in the U.S., several geographic areas continue to have limited access . Areas with limited access to retailers that offer affordable nutritious…
NEW YORK, NY, March 29, 2023 – The Ad Council, in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and NASCAR, launched new public service announcements (PSAs) featuring NASCAR driver Ryan Blaney sharing his family’s journey with…
The journal retracts the 04 October 2022 article cited above.
Following publication, concerns were raised regarding the provenance of the data used in this study. Specifically, during the investigation, which was conducted in…
NEW YORK, NY, March 29, 2023 – The Ad Council, in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association and NASCAR, launched new public service announcements (PSAs) featuring NASCAR driver Ryan Blaney sharing his family's journey with Alzheimer's…
This study provided a valuable opportunity to revisit and document various understudied anthropometric markers in the Canadian adolescent population. One such marker is WC, which has only recently received attention, with the first…
NEW YORK, NY, August 16, 2023 – The Ad Council, in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and creative agency Lopez Negrete Communications, launched new public service advertisements (PSAs) “Some Things Come with Age” in an effort…
The NGA Center for Best Practices is presenting the webinar, New State Models Emerging for Fostering Entrepreneurship, on Tuesday, March 26, 2:30-3:30pm ET.
In 2023, Nevada made history by becoming the first state to pass a “Right to…
Charlotte, North Carolina, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Burn Boot Camp, a leading boutique fitness franchise, has teamed up with the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) for its eighth annual national 'Be Their Muscle'…
Sustainability, Vol. 16, Pages 2697: The Evaluation and Significance of Smart City Projects in Korea: Targeting Enterprises within the Smart City Association Convergence Alliance
Sustainability doi: 10.3390/su16072697
Authors:…
Sharon Beard, Acting Chief of the NIEHS Worker Training Program (WTP) has received the 2021 Rachel Carson Award from the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA).
The honor is conferred in recognition of the recipient’s…
1. IntroductionThe global burden of disease of fractures is high. About 50% of females and 20% of males are estimated to sustain a fracture after their 50th life year . In the European Union, the number of fragility fractures alone…
This publication explores strategies Governors and state leaders employed to address the long-standing issues associated with equity in MCH populations alongside considerations to continue improving MCH outcomes.
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This publication explores strategies Governors and state leaders employed to address the long-standing issues associated with equity in MCH populations alongside considerations to continue improving MCH outcomes.…
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SEQSTER PDM Inc. (“SEQSTER”), the leading patient-centric healthcare technology company, has been selected by the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) for its patient-centricity, 1-Click Records™…
1. IntroductionDespite a significant decline in mortality rates for cardiovascular disease, the onset of heart failure (HF) symptoms is predictive of a poorer survival outcome, and HF remains one of the most common causes of death…
The American Heart Association (AHA) funds critical cardiovascular health research as a foundational mission. Since 1949, the organization has invested more than $5.7 billion into new research, with ongoing AHA-funded projects…
The American Heart Association (AHA) funds critical cardiovascular health research as a foundational mission. Since 1949, the organization has invested more than $5.7 billion into new research, with ongoing AHA-funded projects numbering…
On Tuesday, February 27, the National Governors Association hosted its monthly briefing for Governors’ legal counsel which discussed legal and regulatory considerations for states related to artificial intelligence…
The top trends across the early childhood, K-12, and postsecondary education continuum from Governors’ 2024 state addresses.
Governors across the country celebrated education achievements, introduced new…
The NGA Center and the American Manufacturing Communities Collaborative (AMCC) co-hosted a webinar on February 7 about how Governors can incorporate practices employed by regional manufacturing consortia that have…
1. IntroductionResearch strongly suggests that physical activity promotes healthy aging . According to a 2016 estimation, approximately 28% of the world’s adult population is insufficiently physically active . Individuals with type 2…
1. IntroductionThe complexity and intensity of work in the nursing environment have increased due to advancements in healthcare and an increased demand for medical services. As a result, there has been a rise in the incidence of…
Effective workforce development policy and programs are crucial for economic growth and healthy communities, especially during a tight labor market. As a result of the current economic and workforce climate, it is no…
1. IntroductionIt is now well-confirmed that nutritional status including body weight status, before and during gestation, determines pregnancy outcomes, development of the fetus, and growth of the newborn . Maternal nutritional status,…
3.4. Results of Trace Minerals in Drinking Water and Cognitive FunctionThe results of the studies included in the current systematic review are summarized in Table 2. A Canadian cohort study with 1924 elderly aged 70 years or older who…
1. IntroductionEmbolisms are the dominant cause of acute ischemic stroke, and cardioembolic strokes as well as embolic strokes of undetermined source (ESUSs) are associated with the largest group of patients admitted for mechanical…
Election Information Meetings
There will be two optional informational sessions this year! The first one will be held after Spring Break on Monday, March 25th at 7:00 P.M. in the Gowen Room of Wilson Commons (4th floor). You!-->…
WASHINGTON – Recently, National Governors Association Chair Governor Spencer Cox of Utah and Vice Chair Governor Jared Polis of Colorado released the following statement as Congress considers legislation to fund government operations…
WASHINGTON – Recently, National Governors Association Chair Governor Spencer Cox of Utah and Vice Chair Governor Jared Polis of Colorado released the following statement as Congress considers legislation to fund government operations…
1. IntroductionThe ageing process generates physiological changes that gradually affect several body systems , impairing the individual’s physical, cognitive, and emotional functions . Frailty and depression (DEP) are two common…
Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists for the Wrangell Cooperative Association and ordered federal aid to supplement the Tribal Nation’s efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm,…
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Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2024, 21(3), 350; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph21030350 (registering DOI)
Submission received: 27…