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Protesters March in Red for the Red Rage Reproductive Rights Protest
Lines of protestors in red will march in the Arts District of Las Vegas in solidarity with all those who will bleed and die as their reproductive rights are denied. - May 30, 2019 - Haven Craft
MedLaw Publishing Announces the Distribution of the Book, "Capitol Hill's Criminal Underground," to the United States Senate
This week, MedLaw Publishing is distributing a copy of the non-fiction book, "Capitol Hill's Criminal Underground," to all United States Senators and members of the House Judiciary Committee. - May 29, 2019 - Richard Lawless, Author
Kidney Community Applauds Introduction of Bipartisan Senate Legislation to Improve and Expand Access to Kidney Care Treatments and Improve Quality of Life
The Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment Act of 2019 (S. 1676) was introduced by Senators Ben Cardin and Roy Blunt. - May 28, 2019 - Kidney Care Partners
Everitt Lawson Group: Trade War Could Backfire on “Strong” US Economy
Everitt Lawson Group says American consumers could bear the cost of trade war tariffs. - May 27, 2019 - Everitt Lawson Group
Alliance Opposes Legislation to Roll Back Site Neutral Reforms
H.R. 2552 threatens to raise healthcare costs for patients and taxpayers, fuel consolidation, and decrease transparency. - May 24, 2019 - Alliance For Site Neutral Payment Reform
Listen to the Mueller Report - There’s an App for That
New iOS app lets anyone hear the entire Mueller Report in an average week’s commute and adds interactive multimedia to the Special Council's findings. - May 23, 2019 - Ontario Britton
Alex Salmond TV Show Soars Beyond 220,000 Viewers via Facebook's Video Platform
The Facebook audience for the former First Minister of Scotland, Alex Salmond's political talk show has soared to over 220,000 viewers on Facebook's "Watch" video platform. The last two programmes featured an interview with top ten UK political blogger, Craig Murray - the former British Ambassador. - May 23, 2019 - Slainte Media Ltd.
JDGerdeman’s “Practical Gated Community Gate Process” Helps Owners Secure Property
JDGerdeman developed this document to help gated community owners and committee members assess the security of their community. JDGerdeman understands that professional security and civilian owners can gain from using this tool. JDGerdeman thinks that civilian owners and their community committees need something to bridge the gap from daily jobs and part time security duties. JDGerdeman develops security concepts and security assessments tools using over eight years of experience. - May 22, 2019 - JDGerdeman
National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association Releases Statement on State's Rights Act
Following is a statement from National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association regarding the STATES Act: H.R. 2093/S.1028, known as the “STATES Act,” will perpetuate an unintended consequence, detrimental to U.S. transportation safety, which has been protected by the Omnibus Act for... - May 18, 2019 - National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association
The Zalkin Law Firm Responds to California Catholic Dioceses Victims Compensation Fund
Leading victim's attorney responds to California Bishops move to create a "victims compensation fund" for alleged clergy abuse victims. Victims should have legal representation before giving up their options for civil justice, according to Irwin Zalkin, San Diego based victims attorney. - May 17, 2019 - The Zalkin Law Firm
Lauded Motown Songwriter Paul Lubanski Pens Powerful Pro-Life Ballad
"Dear Mom," Michigan native Paul Lubanski’s 21st song release is spiraling around-the-world with the help of the Christian pro-life community. Its message is profoundly presented both lyrically and performance-wise. It features a mellifluous anonymous female voice speaking to her... - May 17, 2019 - Paul Lubanski
CMS' Announcement of Capacity Policy and New Bidding Window Date Earns Applause from Industry Leaders, Allows More Time to Educate Bidders
Defining the capacity policy brings long-overdue clarity to how bidders’ capacity affects the Single Payment Amounts (SPAs). The 60-day bidding window will open on July 16, giving potential bidders and suppliers of durable medical equipment (DME) more time to understand the major changes coming to Round 2021 of the competitive bidding program. - May 16, 2019 - CQRC
Michael Weinstock Announces Congressional Campaign in NY 3
Michael Weinstock is seeking to become the first 9/11 firefighter elected to Congress. If elected, Michael will also become the first openly gay person elected to Congress from New York City. He is running for New York’s 3rd Congressional District, which stretches from Queens to Suffolk County. Michael is a proud New Yorker. He has lived nearly his entire life in Queens and Long Island. He grew up here, and on his eighteenth birthday, he joined the volunteer fire department in Great Neck. - May 16, 2019 - Michael Weinstock for Congress
Book Claims Trump, Authoritarianism, Capitalism Made Worse by Sex on the Wrong Brain
In “Sex On The Wrong Brain,” author Ard Falten throws a monkey wrench into the nature vs. nurture debate on human behavior and blames many of humanity’s problems on the diversion of reproductive urges to wrong parts of the brain. - May 14, 2019 - Ard Falten
Everitt Lawson Group: Brexit Impasse Takes Toll on UK Economy
Everitt Lawson Group reports housing and labour markets suffer in the face of prolonged Brexit uncertainty. - May 13, 2019 - Everitt Lawson Group
Startup City Names Manish Jha Top Ambitious Business Leader to Follow in 2019
Manish Jha, a seasoned political consultant and election strategist, has been recognised as one of the 30 ambitious business leaders to follow in 2019 by Startup City India Magazine. - May 13, 2019 - Janadhar India
Weld County Colorado Official Recall Headquarters
Grand Opening of the Official Recall Polis Headquarters at 808 9th Street, Greeley, Colorado on Saturday May 11, 2019. - May 10, 2019 - Official Recall Colorado Governor Jared Polis
Home Health Leaders Applaud House Introduction of Legislation to Strengthen Medicare Home Health Reforms
Partnership and NAHC commend bipartisan lawmakers for introducing legislation to refine new Medicare home health payment model. - May 09, 2019 - Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare
New Xcenda White Paper Discusses Why the International Pricing Index Model is Not the Answer to Reforming Medicare Part B
White Paper Highlights Impact of IPI Model on Patients and Health Care Providers - May 09, 2019 - Part B Access for Seniors and Physicians Coalition
The Lehigh Valley Tea Party Endorses Rebecca Warren for PA Superior Court
The Executive Board and voting membership of The Lehigh Valley Tea Party announces that it has endorsed Rebecca Warren for PA Superior Court. The group’s Chairman, Tom Carroll states, “Rebecca Warren is an honorable and trustworthy individual who is loyal to our Constitutional values... - May 03, 2019 - Lehigh Valley Tea Party
Comedian Kristen Toomey, DJ Little Lisa & Make-Up/Media Team Cassie & Dee Join "STOPPING TRAFFIC," a Fashion-Forward Fundraising Event to Benefit Rahab’s Daughters
Deanna Marie (DM) Label is proud to announce some of the amazing people who have joined in the fight against human trafficking and will be participating in STOPPING TRAFFIC. Co-hosted by Stan Mansion, this fundraising event will benefit local non-profit Rahab’s Daughters in their fight to... - April 24, 2019 - Deanna Marie Label, LLC
LogoDesign.net Redesigns Political Logos of the 2020 U.S. Presidential Candidates
LogoDesign.net redesigns political logos of the 2020 Presidential candidates inspired by their personalities and their brand of politics. - April 20, 2019 - Logo Design
The Black Women’s Health Imperative & The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. Aim to Increase Impact with New Partnership
The Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI) announced a strategic partnership with the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. (NCBW) to address health disparities and provide more health education. - April 17, 2019 - Black Women's Health Imperative
SFATA Uncovers an Epidemic of Misinformation About Vaping
There’s an epidemic of misinformation about vaping in the United States. SFATA, the Smoke Free Alternatives Trade Association, wants to make sure you’re getting the truth – not just the fake facts. SFATA believes that while the FDA is busy giving adults and teens an epidemic of... - April 16, 2019 - SFATA
National LTC Pharmacy Advocacy Group Praises Grassley, Wyden Call for PBM “Spread Pricing” Probe
Cites Ohio Attorney General Yost’s Effort to Recoup Public Dollars from PBM Medicaid Managed Care Abuse. - April 11, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
MITA Commends Introduction of Medical Device Repeal Bill in the House of Representatives
The Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance (MITA) today issued the following statement commending the introduction of a bipartisan bill by Representatives Ron Kind (D-WI) and Jackie Walorski (R-IN) to permanently repeal the medical device tax: “I commend Representatives Kind and Walorski... - April 10, 2019 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance
Findlay Nicolson - China’s Economy Shows Resilience
Findlay Nicolson comments as China reports better than expected manufacturing activity in March as government stimulus measures take hold. - April 10, 2019 - Findlay Nicolson
Can Finland Finally Earn the Top Spot in International Education? NJ MED's 7th Annual Education Poll Rankings.
The World Top 20 Project just released its 2019 first quarter rankings of the world’s best-educated countries. - April 05, 2019 - New Jersey Minority Educational Development
"America’s Hidden Health Crisis" Heads for Congress on April 3rd Demanding Action for Millions with ME/CFS
Hundreds of severely ill people with ME/CFS, caregivers, allies, scientists, and clinicians from across the country are heading for Capitol Hill on April 3rd to urge Congress to give us hope, and fully fund ME/CFS medical research and education programs. The CDC has called ME/CFS “America’s hidden health crisis.” - April 03, 2019 - Solve ME/CFS Initiative
Vesalio Reports Expansion of International Distributor Network and Stroke Congress Exhibition Presence
Vesalio announces it has executed multiple exclusive distribution agreements in Europe, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East and now has market coverage in 39 countries for the NeVa™ Neuro-thrombectomy System. Along with the increased market and registration activities, Vesalio is... - April 02, 2019 - Vesalio
Kidney Community Commends Bipartisan Congressional Effort to Support Private-Public “KidneyX” Partnership to Address Nation’s Growing Kidney Disease Epidemic
Letter to House Appropriations Committee Leaders Calls for $25 Million in Public Matching Funds to Support KidneyX to Boost Investment in Kidney Disease Research and Innovation. - April 01, 2019 - Kidney Care Partners
Book Author Agrees to Share Potential SEC Whistleblower Settlement with all Contributors to his Go Fund Me Account
Mr. Lawless, the Author of "Capitol Hill's Criminal Underground," claims to have uncovered an alleged, multi-billion-dollar municipal bond fraud. The book was a result of a three year investigation. The SEC accepted his multiple SEC whistleblower complaints and has assigned them to a senior attorney. He is now ready to share any possible rewards with all contributors to the "Go Fund Me - Capitol Hill's Criminal Underground, Prosecution Fund." - March 29, 2019 - Richard Lawless, Author
Alleged Sexual Abuse Victim Files Civil Lawsuit Against Boy Scouts of America and Greater Los Angeles Council
A civil lawsuit has been filed in California Superior Court of Los Angeles Central District on behalf of a former Boy Scout who alleges he was sexually abused while he was a minor working at the Forest Lawn Boy Scout Reservation in the summer of 2015. - March 18, 2019 - Paul Mones, Attorney
US Sanctions on Iran, a Direct Hit on the Persian Rug Industry, Says Damoka LA
On August 6th, 2018, the United States said it would be reimposing economic sanctions against Iran; sanctions that were lifted under a 2015 nuclear accord. The 2015 resolution opened the Iranian market to free trade, creating an international boom in Iranian commodities, most notably its hand-woven... - March 12, 2019 - Damoka
MITA Applauds Introduction of Bipartisan Bill to Permanently Repeal the Medical Device Tax
Bipartisan Legislation Would Repeal the Medical Device Tax and Safeguard American Medical Technology Innovation. - March 07, 2019 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance
National LTC Pharmacy Group: DIR Fees Should be Eliminated, Not “Reformed”
Senate Aging Committee Hearing on Untangling “Complex Web of Prescription Drug Prices” Provides Forum for Ongoing Discussion of Abolishing Direct and Indirect Remuneration (DIR) Fees. - March 07, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Green Rush Packaging Expands Operations Into the Canadian Cannabis Market
Green Rush Packaging expands operations into emerging Canadian cannabis market. - March 06, 2019 - Green Rush Packaging
JDGerdeman’s “Red, White, and Blue Gun Play” Shows Students the Bang in Gun Issues
JDGerdeman developed this play for students to understand cries for no guns on one side and passion second amendment rights on the other. JDGerdeman postures that statisticians come out in defense of their arguments and once again we learn that numbers lie and liars cheat. Then there are more unfounded references to other countries and how wonderful or despicable they are. Alas all the frustration causes someone to take control with the impassioned “Something has to be done!” A plan is formed. - March 01, 2019 - JDGerdeman
MARC Applauds Bipartisan Bill to Improve Medicare Secondary Payer Policy
Commonsense legislation aims to reform a broken MSP process, increase stakeholder certainty and remove barriers to care. - February 28, 2019 - Medicare Advocacy Recovery Coalition
Medlaw Publishing is Pleased to Announce That Its Non-Fiction Book, "Capitol Hill's Criminal Underground" is Now Available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble
With the release of the non-fiction book, "Capitol Hill's Criminal Underground," the authors believe Americans will finally be told about one of this country's longest running, government supported criminal enterprises. The book aims to name the individuals and present the evidence of their crimes. - February 27, 2019 - Richard Lawless, Author
National LTC Pharmacy Group Praises SFC Momentum on PBM Rebate Transparency
Positive Grassley Sentiment on Greater PBM Transparency Draws Support from SCPC. - February 21, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
The Republican Hindu Coalition (RHC) Lead More Than 500 in Solidarity at Grassroots Immigration Rally in Front of the White House on February 10th 2019
The RHC Organized a Grassroots Mass Rally for Its Bi-Partisan 5&5 Immigration Reform Policy in an Effort for Inclusion of DALCA and Green Card Backlog in Ongoing Congressional Negotiations. - February 19, 2019 - Republican Hindu Coalition
Women Uncensored: Raw Talk with Tico & Addi Takes to the Airwaves to Address Issues Facing Women of Color
In their passionate desire to support solidarity, growth and overcome issues felt within South Florida’s communities of color, Tico Armand and Addi Casseus endeavors to bring uncensored talks via a new radio broadcast titled, Women Uncensored: Raw Talks with Tico and Addi, on South... - February 12, 2019 - Women Uncensored: Raw Talk with Tico & Addi
New Post-WW1 Thriller Reflects on the Igniting Conflict Between the U.S. and Iran
Inspired by actual events in 1924 Persia, "In the Shadow of the Kingmakers" brings voice to the human sufferings of the political lust for domination. - February 12, 2019 - Stormtop Publishing
Home Health Leaders Applaud Introduction of Legislation to Strengthen Medicare Home Health Reforms
Partnership and NAHC commend bipartisan lawmakers for introducing legislation to ensure Medicare payment reductions are based on actual changes in provider behaviors. - February 12, 2019 - Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare
The Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act
Immigration Voice announces support from a record number of bipartisan legislators for the introduction of legislation seeking for fair treatment for high-skilled immigrants on Green Card waiting times. - February 07, 2019 - Immigration Voice
National LTC Pharmacy Group to CMS: Abolish DIR Fees – "A Windfall Profit" for Prescription Drug Plans (PDPs) and Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)
Citing Unique Nature of LTC Pharmacies and Elderly Patients They Serve, Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition (SCPC) Viewpoint on DIR Fees Differs from Other Pharmacy Sector Groups - January 29, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Nation’s Top Career Coach, Offers Free Negotiating and Sales Training to Democratic Leadership and Guarantees to End Shutdown
A NJ Career Coach offered free sales and negotiation training to the Democratic leadership in order to end the government shutdown and help our country. - January 23, 2019 - Jack Roberts Coaching, LLC
Free Employment Drug Testing Offered for Federal Government Workers Affected by the Government Shutdown
Accredited Drug Testing is pleased to announce that it is now offering free drug and alcohol testing for all current Federal Government employees at all company owned and affiliated testing centers nationwide. Accredited Drug Testing recognizes that many Federal Government employees are facing financial hardship due to the government shutdown and may be required to seek employment in the private sector. - January 22, 2019 - National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association