CHICAGO, Illinois, April 24 -- The American Hospital Association issued the following statement on April 23, 2024, by General Counsel Chad Golder: * * * For all of the reasons the AHA explained in its comment letter (https://www.aha.org/system/files/media/file/2023/02/aha-comments-on-ftc-proposed-non-compete-clause-rule-letter-2-22-23.pdf), the FTC's final rule banning non-compete agreements for all employees across all sectors of the economy is bad law, bad policy, and a clear sign of an agen  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 24 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association issued the following news release: The American Medical Association (AMA) is deeply concerned about the April 22 announcement from UnitedHealth Group (UHG) indicating vast amounts of sensitive medical data might have been stolen from Change Healthcare's system and in the hands of malicious ransomware groups. "The AMA appreciates UHG's statement outlining efforts to contain damage and provide support for people   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 24 (TNSres) -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: AGA commends the National Petroleum Council on its two new studies that demonstrate the positive and transformative role that natural gas and its delivery infrastructure play for the global economy, energy security and the environment. The reports, which center on greenhouse gas emissions in the natural gas value chain and hydrogen deployment, are clear that abundant, affordable, and reliable  more

OSHKOSH, Wisconsin, April 25 -- The Experimental Aircraft Association issued the following news release: History enthusiasts can take flight in a piece of World War II history this summer, as EAA's North American B-25 Berlin Express will tour the country beginning on May 16-19 at the TBM Avenger Reunion in Peru, Illinois. The current tour schedule includes: * Peru, Illinois - May 16-19 (TBM Avenger Reunion) * Cincinnati, Ohio - May 24-26 (With B-29 Doc) * Olathe, Kansas - June 14-16 (With B  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 24 -- The Muscular Dystrophy Association issued the following news release on April 23, 2024: The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is proud to announce the launch of its latest MDA Advocacy initiative, the 'Access The Vote' Campaign, which will empower the neuromuscular disease community and the broader disability community to exercise their fundamental right to participate in the upcoming election on November 5, 2024. Resources and materials in preparation to vote   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 25 -- The National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago issued the following news release: NORC at the University of Chicago is pleased to welcome Jenna Scott as vice president of Education & Child Development (ECD). Scott brings more than 20 years of evaluation expertise to her new role, including leading the evaluations of key federal education programs and working with states and districts on the implementation of their Every Student Succeeds Act pl  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, April 24 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association issued the following news release: Statement attributed to: Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, M.D., MPH President, American Medical Association "The American Medical Association (AMA) commends the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for historic rules that will strengthen access to care and improve health outcomes for Medicaid patients across fee-for-service and managed care delivery systems. The AMA has long so  more

OAK BROOK, Illinois, April 24 -- The Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening issued the following news release on April 23, 2024: World Laboratory Day, observed on April 23 each year, celebrates laboratories' vital role in scientific research, healthcare, industry and education. The day recognizes the contributions of scientists, researchers and laboratory professionals worldwide and emphasizes the importance of laboratory safety, quality standards and ethical practices in advancing kno  more

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Illinois, April 24 -- The Joint Commission, an organization that says it assists public health agencies, health care organizations, health ministries and others to improve the quality and safety of patient care, issued the following news release on April 23, 2024: The Joint Commission today announced it is launching a new Telehealth Accreditation Program for eligible hospitals, ambulatory and behavioral healthcare organizations, effective July 1, 2024. This accreditation progr  more