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National Report: Washington Ranks 44th in Protecting Kids from Tobacco

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Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids logoWASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Washington ranks 44th in the country in funding programs that prevent kids from smoking and help smokers quit, according to a national report released today by a coalition of public health organizations. The state's once-vaunted tobacco...



Scholastic News® Names the '8 Coolest Kids We Met in 2014'

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Scholastic LogoNEW YORK, Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The editors of Scholastic News® today announced their list of the 8 Coolest Kids We Met in 2014, a roundup of the most inspiring, courageous, and innovative kids featured in the magazines this year. The classroom magazines that...


Youngest bone marrow transplant patients at higher risk of cognitive decline

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MEMPHIS, Tenn., Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Toddlers who undergo total body irradiation in preparation for bone marrow transplantation are at higher risk for a decline in IQ and may be candidates for stepped up interventions to preserve intellectual functioning, St. Jude...


National Report: Alaska Ranks 2nd in Protecting Kids from Tobacco

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Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids logo.WASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Alaska ranks 2nd in the country in funding programs that prevent kids from smoking and help smokers quit, according to a national report released today by a coalition of public health organizations. Alaska is one of only two...


Grupo Vidanta Ranked No. 1 Place to Work in Latin America Hospitality Industry

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NUEVO VALLARTA, Mexico, Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Grupo Vidanta, a leading developer of world-class resorts and tourism infrastructure in Mexico and Latin America, has been named by the Great Place to Work Institute to the 2014 Top 10 Best Workplaces in Mexico list. The company, which...


More than 16 million children live in states where they can buy e-cigarettes legally

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ATLANTA, Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Forty states have enacted laws prohibiting the sale of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), including e-cigarettes, to minors, but 10 states and the District of Columbia still permit such sales, according to a report published by...


PepsiCo Americas Beverages and the Marcus Graham Project Join Forces to Build Leaders in the Field of Marketing, Advertising and Media

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PURCHASE, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- PepsiCo Americas Beverages has announced that it will be the 2015 sponsor of the Marcus Graham Project's iCR8 boot camp, a summer-long...


Founder of Wreaths Across America to Match Every $15 Wreath Sponsorship for Arlington

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www.wreathsacrossamerica.orgARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- This morning Morrill Worcester, founder of Wreaths Across America, accepted a challenge made by long-time supporter, Maine's First Lady Ann LePage, to match each $15 wreath sponsorship made for Arlington now through tomorrow (Dec. 12) at...



1 Year Old Fort Harrison Park In Clearwater Hosts Children's Holiday Celebration

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Elves of Clearwater Academy help Santa present gifts to foster children in Church of Scientology Fort Harrison Walking ParkCLEARWATER, Fla., Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- "I want a 'Barbie Doll,'" the 4-year old told Santa Claus sitting on his red chair in front of the 10-foot Christmas tree in the Fort Harrison Walking Park in downtown Clearwater on Tuesday the 9th of December.  One of...


Congress Finalizes Legislation That Will Renew Critical Funding for Pediatric Medical Testing; AACC Urges President Obama to Sign Into Law

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Dedicated to achieving better health through laboratory medicine, the American Association for Clinical Chemistry, AACC, brings together more than 50,000 clinical laboratory professionals, physicians, research scientists, and business leaders from around the world focused on clinical chemistry, molecular diagnostics, mass spectrometry, translational medicine, lab management, and other areas of breaking laboratory science. Since 1948, AACC has worked to advance the common interests of the field, providing programs that advance scientific collaboration, knowledge, expertise, and innovation. For more information, visit www.aacc.org.WASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The U.S. House of Representatives passed a revised version of the Newborn Screening Saves Lives Reauthorization Act of 2013 yesterday, finalizing Congressional reauthorization of the legislation. AACC commends Congress for...


Science Reveals Los Angeles LGBT Center Breakthrough in Persuading Voters, Reducing Prejudice

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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --It's possible to lastingly persuade conservative voters to support a controversial issue like marriage for same-sex couples—and at a greatly accelerated rate compared to their neighbors—according to groundbreaking data...


Tips to Turn Kids' Creativity On and Boredom Off Over Holiday Break

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ST. PAUL, Minn., Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- This holiday break, kids across America will be home and looking to stay occupied. After the novelty of new holiday gifts wears off, chances are parents will hear those dreaded words: "I'm bored." Pediatricians recommend less than one...


Baylor Trucking Honors U.S. Heroes By Delivering Wreaths Across America

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Bob Baylor, Baylor Trucking, accepts Wreaths Across America first annual James Prout MILAN, Ind., Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Baylor Trucking is proud to announce its involvement in Wreaths Across America for its seventh year in a row. Professional truck drivers from Baylor Trucking, Inc. will be delivering donated wreaths to 15 veteran cemeteries across Ohio,...


SIM 'Ebola Fighter' Doctors among TIME Magazine's 'Person of the Year' for 2014; Available for Comment/Interview

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Jerry Brown, a physician with the Christian mission agency SIM, was featured on the cover of "TIME" magazine this week as it named "The Ebola Fighters" its 2014 "Person of the Year"...


SFIG to Launch "Women in Securitization" Initiative with Special Event at ABS Vegas 2015

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The Structured Finance Industry Group, Inc. ("SFIG"), a member-based trade industry group focused on improving and strengthening the broader structured finance and securitization market, announced today that it will launch its "Women in...



Ryan's®, HomeTown® Buffet And Old Country Buffet® Offer 'Big Book Of Savings' To Benefit Armed Services YMCA®

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GREER, S.C., Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Ryan's®, HomeTown® Buffet, Old Country Buffet® are celebrating the season of giving and savings! All 320 family casual restaurants are selling their Big Book Of Savings coupon booklet for $10 each. Seniors may purchase the books...


WGU Named a Top School by Military Advanced Education for the 8th Consecutive Year

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AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For the eighth year in a row, nonprofit Western Governors University (WGU) —parent university of WGU Texas (http://texas.wgu.edu/)—has been named a Top School by Military Advanced Education (MAE) in its upcoming 2015...


PCMA: Lower Cost, Preferred Pharmacies Popular with Seniors in Medicare Part D

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A recent analysis finds that almost nine out of 10 Medicare Part D prescription drug plans offered in the 2015 open enrollment season feature lower co-pays at preferred independent, chain, and big box pharmacies. In addition, a...

Country Star Trace Adkins Surprises Guests At Nashville Country Inns & Suites By Carlson Hotel

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Trace Adkins appeared at a Country Inns & Suites By Carlson hotel in Nashville to demonstrate the hotel's signature NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Grammy-nominated country music star Trace Adkins made a surprise visit to a Country Inns & Suites By Carlson SM hotel in Nashville for an appearance and  performance for guests, hotel staff and Wounded Warriors. While...


Santa's veterinarian gives reindeer green light for Christmas flight

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Dr. Rene Carlson examines Santa's reindeer in preparation for their long flight around the globe on Christmas Eve.SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Dec. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Following a health checkup at the North Pole, Santa's veterinarian has given the green light to Rudolph's red nose and the rest of the reindeer that will be traveling the world this Christmas Eve. Dr. Rene Carlson, president of...


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