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Lung Association Announces Student Winners of National Radon Poster and Video Contests
WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Lung Association posted the following news release:
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Lung Association Announces Student Winners of National Radon Poster and Video Contests
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Today, the American Lung Association, in collaboration with the Conference of Radiation Control Program Directors (CRCPD), announced the winners of the 2026 National Radon Poster and Video Contests. These annual contests are part of a nationwide effort to increase awareness of the health risks of radon gas and the importance of home testing. Exposure to radon is the second leading cause
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Lung Association posted the following news release:
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Lung Association Announces Student Winners of National Radon Poster and Video Contests
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Today, the American Lung Association, in collaboration with the Conference of Radiation Control Program Directors (CRCPD), announced the winners of the 2026 National Radon Poster and Video Contests. These annual contests are part of a nationwide effort to increase awareness of the health risks of radon gas and the importance of home testing. Exposure to radon is the second leading causeof lung cancer in the United States, and the number one cause of lung cancer in people who have never smoked.
The 2026 National Radon Poster Contest winners and their scholarships are as follows:
* 1st Place: Regan Schall of North Hills Middle School in Pittsburgh, PA for "Boo to Radon" ($1,000)
* 2nd Place: Emmalee Kertz of Westran R-1 in Huntsville, MO for "Do You Have Radon in Your Home?" ($300)
* 3rd Place: Karson Raap of Asbury, Iowa for "Radon: The Silent Killer in the Air" ($200)
Ryan Garcia of John I. Leonard High School in Greenacres, FL won first place in the 2026 National Radon Video Contest and a $1,000 scholarship for " RADON EXE."
"Radon is an invisible danger, responsible for an estimated 21,000 deaths each year in the United States. We are proud to support CRCPD's annual National Radon Poster and Video Contest. It is part of a vital public health effort to engage communities nationwide and raise awareness of both radon's health risks and the importance of home testing, which is easy, inexpensive and can save lives," said Harold Wimmer, President and CEO of the American Lung Association. "Congratulations to the contest winners, and to all participants: you are the next generation of healthy air advocates."
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas emitted from the soil that can accumulate indoors to hazardous levels. It is colorless, odorless and tasteless. Radon can enter a home through cracks and openings in walls, basements, floors and foundations. Radon exposure has no immediate symptoms, irritating effects or warning signs. The only way to detect radon in your home is to test for it. Do-it-yourself test kits are available at hardware stores and trusted online retailers.
The national winners were selected from the top state submissions The Lung Association and CRCPD commend all participants nationwide for their efforts.
For more details about the poster and video contest, contact your state radon program. To learn about radon or test your home, visit Lung.org/radon.
About the American Lung Association
The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. The work of the American Lung Association is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer; to champion clean air for all; to improve the quality of life for those with lung disease and their families; and to create a tobacco-free future. For more information about the American Lung Association, which has a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and is a Platinum-Level GuideStar Member, call 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872) or visit: Lung.org. To support the work of the American Lung Association, find a local event at Lung.org/events.
About CRCPD:
The Conference of Radiation Control Program Directors, Inc. (CRCPD) is a nonprofit, non-governmental professional organization that promotes consistency in addressing and resolving radiation protection issues, encourages high standards of quality in radiation protection programs, and provides leadership in radiation safety and education. Most of the members of CRCPD are directors and staff of the state, local, and territorial radiation control agencies in the United States, but others with an interest in radiation protection are welcome to join. Website: www.crcpd.org
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Original text here: https://www.lung.org/media/press-releases/national-radon-contest-winners-2026
MRAA Releases 2025 Marine Retail Compensation Study to Help Dealers Strengthen Their Workforce
BROOKLYN PARK, Minnesota, Jan. 28 -- The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas issued the following news:
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MRAA Releases 2025 Marine Retail Compensation Study to Help Dealers Strengthen Their Workforce
New research provides critical benchmarking insight into compensation, benefit and workforce structure across marine dealerships
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The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) has released the 2025 Marine Retail Compensation Study, delivering the most comprehensive, marine-specific analysis of dealership compensation and workforce trends available in the industry.
Developed
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BROOKLYN PARK, Minnesota, Jan. 28 -- The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas issued the following news:
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MRAA Releases 2025 Marine Retail Compensation Study to Help Dealers Strengthen Their Workforce
New research provides critical benchmarking insight into compensation, benefit and workforce structure across marine dealerships
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The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) has released the 2025 Marine Retail Compensation Study, delivering the most comprehensive, marine-specific analysis of dealership compensation and workforce trends available in the industry.
Developedin partnership with Readex Research, the study was created and launched in response to ongoing workforce challenges across marine retail. It provides data-driven insight into compensation structures, benefits offerings and staffing trends across dozens of dealership roles, helping business leaders make informed decisions to attract, retain and develop top talent.
"The success of the marine industry depends on strong dealerships -- and strong dealerships depend on strong people," said Matt Gruhn, President of MRAA. "This study equips dealers with the intelligence they need to build competitive, sustainable workforce strategies."
Exclusive Member Insights Into Marine Retail Compensation
The Executive Summary, offered exclusively to MRAA members and study participants, provides a high-level overview of key findings, including compensation ranges, benefit prevalence and workforce composition trends. The Compensation Study - Full Report, available for purchase by members and non-members, includes detailed role-by-role benchmarks, regional insights and deeper analysis to support strategic planning and decision-making.
The study reflects dealer-reported data from across North America and is the only compensation benchmarking resource tailored specifically to marine retail.
To learn more or access the study, visit Data Center - Marine Retailers Association (https://mraa.com/data-center/#compensation).
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About the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA)
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas is the trusted catalyst for success in the marine retail industry. Dedicated to fueling dealer growth and strengthening the boating experience, MRAA delivers industry-leading insights, expert guidance and proven solutions that assist marine retailers in navigating challenges and seizing opportunities. Through education, advocacy and innovative resources, MRAA empowers dealers to thrive, and help drive a stronger more sustainable marine industry. Learn more at MRAA.com.
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Original text here: https://mraa.com/2025-marine-retail-compensation-study/
[Category: Business]
MHA Opens Online Portal For 2026 Workforce Vacancy, Turnover Survey
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Jan. 28 -- The Missouri Hospital Association posted the following news:
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MHA Opens Online Portal For 2026 Workforce Vacancy, Turnover Survey
Participation in the annual Missouri Hospital Association Workforce Survey is critical to ensuring accurate, meaningful data is available to understand trends in the hospital workforce. The results inform statewide workforce strategies, advocacy efforts and policy discussions and help hospitals benchmark vacancy, turnover and staffing trends against peers.
The deadline for Missouri hospitals to submit their data via the online
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JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Jan. 28 -- The Missouri Hospital Association posted the following news:
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MHA Opens Online Portal For 2026 Workforce Vacancy, Turnover Survey
Participation in the annual Missouri Hospital Association Workforce Survey is critical to ensuring accurate, meaningful data is available to understand trends in the hospital workforce. The results inform statewide workforce strategies, advocacy efforts and policy discussions and help hospitals benchmark vacancy, turnover and staffing trends against peers.
The deadline for Missouri hospitals to submit their data via the onlinesurvey portal is Friday, Feb. 27. The strength and credibility of the data depend on broad participation. By contributing your data, you help shape solutions that directly support recruitment, retention and workforce planning across the state.
If you have any questions or need assistance with submitting data through the online survey portal, please email Jean Klindt.
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About Missouri Hospital Association
The Missouri Hospital Association is a nonprofit association in Jefferson City that represents 135 Missouri hospitals. In addition to representation and advocacy on behalf of its membership, the association offers continuing education programs on current health care topics and seeks to educate the public about health care issues.
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Original text here: https://www.mohospitals.org/newsroom/mha-opens-online-portal-for-2026-workforce-vacancy-turnover-survey
[Category: Health Care]
JetBlue Pilots Respond to Company's Disappointing Fourth Quarter Financial Results
MCLEAN, Virginia, Jan. 28 -- The Air Line Pilots Association International issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2026:
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JetBlue Pilots Respond to Company's Disappointing Fourth Quarter Financial Results
Today, the JetBlue Airways pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l (ALPA), responded to JetBlue's lackluster financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025. ALPA and JetBlue have been engaged in negotiations for a pilot collective bargaining agreement since April 30, 2024. Capt. Wayne Scales, chairman of the JetBlue pilots' Master Executive Council,
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MCLEAN, Virginia, Jan. 28 -- The Air Line Pilots Association International issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2026:
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JetBlue Pilots Respond to Company's Disappointing Fourth Quarter Financial Results
Today, the JetBlue Airways pilots, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l (ALPA), responded to JetBlue's lackluster financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025. ALPA and JetBlue have been engaged in negotiations for a pilot collective bargaining agreement since April 30, 2024. Capt. Wayne Scales, chairman of the JetBlue pilots' Master Executive Council,issued the following statement:
"JetBlue pilots are the reliable backbone of this airline. As professional airline pilots, our commitment--to our craft, our passengers, and the long-term viability of JetBlue--has been consistent and unwavering.
"However, the Company's continued financial underperformance cannot be treated as inevitable or indefinite. It is both reasonable--and necessary--to expect that management translates the tireless efforts of its employees into profits.
"As committed as we are to the future of JetBlue, lasting success depends on management bringing its pilots forward with a contract that provides career advancements and security for JetBlue pilots."
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Founded in 1931, ALPA is the largest airline pilot union in the world and represents more than 80,000 pilots at 42 U.S. and Canadian airlines, including the nearly 4,700 JetBlue pilots. Visit ALPA.org or follow us on X @ALPAPilots.
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Original text here: https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/01/jetblue-pilots-respond-to-companys-disappointing-fourth-quarter-financial-results
[Category: Transportation]
IDSA Statement on Immigration Enforcement and Access to Health Care
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 28 -- The Infectious Diseases Society of America issued the following statement on Jan. 27, 2026 by President Ronald G. Nahass:
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IDSA statement on immigration enforcement and access to health care
The Infectious Diseases Society of America is alarmed by reports of immigration enforcement activity occurring near health care settings. Fear of seeking health care puts individual patients at risk and threatens the health of entire communities, including by delaying the timely identification and treatment of infectious diseases. Hospitals and clinics must remain places
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ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 28 -- The Infectious Diseases Society of America issued the following statement on Jan. 27, 2026 by President Ronald G. Nahass:
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IDSA statement on immigration enforcement and access to health care
The Infectious Diseases Society of America is alarmed by reports of immigration enforcement activity occurring near health care settings. Fear of seeking health care puts individual patients at risk and threatens the health of entire communities, including by delaying the timely identification and treatment of infectious diseases. Hospitals and clinics must remain placeswhere people can safely seek and receive health care. Health care professionals must be able to do their jobs without barriers that undermine patient trust or compromise care. Protecting access to care is essential to safeguarding public health.
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About IDSA
The Infectious Diseases Society of America is a global community of 13,000 clinicians, scientists and public health experts working together to solve humanity's smallest and greatest challenges, from tiny microbes to global outbreaks. Rooted in science, committed to health equity and driven by curiosity, our compassionate and knowledgeable members safeguard the health of individuals, our communities and the world by advancing the treatment and prevention of infectious diseases. Visit idsociety.org to learn more.
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Original text here: https://www.idsociety.org/news--publications-new/articles/2026/idsa-statement-on-immigration-enforcement-and-access-to-health-care/
[Category: Medical]
Federal Appropriations to Support U.S. Shrimp Industry, Strengthen Seafood Enforcement Trade
NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, Jan. 28 -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance issued the following news release:
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Federal Appropriations to Support U.S. Shrimp Industry, Strengthen Seafood Enforcement Trade
SSA helped secure over $23M in FY2026 to address critical challenges facing U.S. shrimpers
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On Friday, President Trump signed into law a $6.1 billion FY2026 "minibus" appropriations bill that includes funding for NOAA. Combined with earlier funding for the Department of Agriculture, the Southern Shrimp Alliance (SSA) has successfully secured a record of over $23 million in federal funding to
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NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, Jan. 28 -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance issued the following news release:
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Federal Appropriations to Support U.S. Shrimp Industry, Strengthen Seafood Enforcement Trade
SSA helped secure over $23M in FY2026 to address critical challenges facing U.S. shrimpers
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On Friday, President Trump signed into law a $6.1 billion FY2026 "minibus" appropriations bill that includes funding for NOAA. Combined with earlier funding for the Department of Agriculture, the Southern Shrimp Alliance (SSA) has successfully secured a record of over $23 million in federal funding tosupport the domestic shrimp industry and strengthen seafood trade enforcement. Most of these funds ($17.45M) are the result of SSA's direct advocacy, while the remainder ($6.7M) come from coalition work with other fisheries. All of the appropriations address critical challenges facing U.S. shrimp fishermen and processors.
"Previous Administrations have imposed layers of excessive, costly regulations on our industry, while giving our foreign competitors a pass on protecting our oceans," explained Blake Price, deputy director of the Southern Shrimp Alliance. "However, Congress continues to strengthen federal statutes and provide funding that focuses more on improving the standards of imported shrimp that make up 94% of the market and enabling sustainable U.S. shrimpers to compete. This aligns with the President's Executive Order on restoring American seafood competitiveness."
Appropriations Requested Directly by SSA ($17.45M)
NOAA Electronic Logbook Program- $850,000
Secured with the support of a number of 'shrimp state' Senators and Representatives, this ongoing funding supports the development of new technology that is replacing outdated 3G electronic logbook systems, and is covering equipment and installation costs so fishermen won't have to pay. This brings the total funding secured for this program to $2.55M, ensuring the continuous collection of fishing effort data, which is essential for demonstrating red snapper and sea turtle conservation compliance and preserving access to traditional shrimping grounds.
Foreign TED Enforcement - $600,000
Secured through Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), this funding helps to provide a more level playing field for U.S. shrimpers by strengthening enforcement of Section 609 requirements that prohibit shrimp imports from countries without comparable sea turtle protection measures, such as Turtle Excluder Devices (TEDs).
Seafood Import Promotion Ban
Directs NOAA Fisheries to ensure its National Seafood Strategy prioritizes U.S. producers and does not promote imported seafood consumption. The language, based on SSA's 2023 comments on the National Seafood Strategy (see Goal 3), addresses the original intent of NOAA Fisheries to use U.S. taxpayer dollars to promote America's consumption of imported seafood. This SSA legacy provision now covers both shrimp and crawfish, recognizing how import surges have overwhelmed domestic markets and driven down dockside prices.
FDA Seafood Import Testing - no less than $15M of $1.17B
Advanced through Senator Bill Cassidy's (R-LA) leadership, these funds help FDA inspect foreign seafood manufacturers and conduct field examinations of imported seafood. Recognizing that much more is needed to end the extreme imbalance between standards for domestic and foreign seafood producers, it is helpful to have this funding and specific language repeated since FY2024.
USDA Domestic Shrimp Purchases
Secured through Senator John Cornyn (R-TX), this provision encourages USDA to maximize Section 32 program purchases of U.S. warm-water shrimp to help reduce the unprecedented import surplus that has driven prices to unsustainable levels for U.S. shrimpers.
Coalition Appropriations ($6.7M)
USDA Seafood Industry Liaison - $500,000
Creates a dedicated position to coordinate seafood policies across USDA and with the Department of Commerce and the United States Trade Representative, supporting domestically harvested and processed wild and farmed seafood. SSA worked in coalition with fishery stakeholders nationwide to establish a significant new position to help fishermen, similar to USDA's extensive support of U.S. farmers.
Seafood Import Monitoring Programs (SIMP) - $6.2M
Funds NOAA's implementation and modernization of import tracking systems, with emphasis on detecting seafood fraud and preventing seafood imports produced in Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fisheries, particularly from high-risk countries. Through improved traceability, the program aims to strengthen enforcement, keeping illegal seafood--including products produced with IUU fishing and forced labor--out of U.S. markets. SSA provided critical support to Senate Appropriations Committee staff and continues to work with NOAA and other stakeholders on reforms to enhance the program's effectiveness.
These victories reflect SSA's ongoing advocacy and strong partnerships with key Senate champions to level the playing field for American shrimp producers facing unprecedented anti-competitive pressures from imported shrimp.
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Original text here: https://shrimpalliance.com/federal-appropriations-to-support-u-s-shrimp-industry-strengthen-seafood-enforcement-trade/
[Category: Food/Beverage]
CMA Endorses AAP's Evidence-based Immunization Schedule Amid Federal Rollbacks
SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 28 -- The California Medical Association issued the following statement on Jan. 26, 2026:
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CMA endorses AAP's evidence-based immunization schedule amid federal rollbacks
In response to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) releasing its 2026 immunization schedule - which continues to recommend 18 science-backed vaccines in contrast to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) significantly reduced schedule - California Medical Association President and pediatrician Rene Bravo, M.D., issued the following statement:
"The California Medical Association
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SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 28 -- The California Medical Association issued the following statement on Jan. 26, 2026:
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CMA endorses AAP's evidence-based immunization schedule amid federal rollbacks
In response to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) releasing its 2026 immunization schedule - which continues to recommend 18 science-backed vaccines in contrast to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) significantly reduced schedule - California Medical Association President and pediatrician Rene Bravo, M.D., issued the following statement:
"The California Medical Associationunequivocally endorses the American Academy of Pediatrics' recommended childhood immunization schedule as the trusted standard for patient care. In a landscape of shifting federal guidance, it is vital that families have a stable, evidence-based roadmap to protect their children. The AAP's schedule is thoroughly researched and rooted in science, ensuring that routine vaccinations continue to provide the strongest possible defense against preventable diseases without interruption or confusion."
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Original text here: https://www.cmadocs.org/newsroom/news/view/ArticleId/51112/CMA-endorses-AAP-s-evidence-based-immunization-schedule-amid-federal-rollbacks
[Category: Medical]
