CHICAGO, Illinois, July 31 -- The Joyce Foundation issued the following news: We're thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2024 Joyce Awards, marking the 20th anniversary of the Foundation's annual awards program supporting artists of color in the creation of new works with organizational partners across the Great Lakes region. With the expansion of each grant from $75,000 to $100,000, this year marks the Awards' largest total amount given to date, with $500,000 in grants to support five co  more

ROSEMONT, Illinois, July 31 -- The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology issued the following news release on July 30, 2024: The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) congratulates the Filipino American Nurse Anesthesiology Society (FANAS) for the official launch of its professional non-profit 501(c)(3) organization on Friday, July 26, 2024. FANAS aims to unite and empower Filipino American Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), also known as nurse anesthesiologi  more

ROSEMONT, Illinois, July 31 -- The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology issued the following news release: The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) has been recognized with a Power of Associations Silver Award by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) for its successful initiative, "Advocacy from the Start." "As the leading organization representing CRNAs, also known as nurse anesthesiologists or nurse anesthetists, AANA is a determined advocate on issues   more

DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, July 30 [Category: Computer Technology] -- CompTIA issued the following news release: John Harden, director of product management responsible for Auvik SaaS Management (ASM) and vice-chair of CompTIA's SaaS Ecosystem Advisory Council, is recognized for his impactful service and leadership within the association and the industry. "John Harden's unique talent and passion for tech innovation are true assets to the industry," said MJ Shoer, chief community officer, CompTIA  more

DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, July 30 [Category: Computer Technology] -- CompTIA issued the following news release: The scholarship is named in memory of Cecilia Galvin, executive editor at ChannelPro Network and a passionate champion of women in tech who passed away in 2017. The annual award helps a talented young woman with an interest in technology launch an education in IT. "Cecilia Galvin championed women in the technology industry and was a true inspiration to countless members of our dynami  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 31 (TNSres) -- The Alzheimer's Association issued the following news release: * * * Key Takeaways * Wildfire smoke may be particularly hazardous to brain health, according to a 10-year study of more than 1.2 million southern Californians. * Exposure to wildfire smoke increases the risk of being diagnosed with dementia more than other forms of air pollution. * The risk of exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) air pollution is much more pronounced when the source  more

WASHINGTON, July 31 -- The Humane Society Legislative Fund issued the following news release on July 30, 2024: * * * 2024 Illinois Humane Scorecard grades state representatives' pro-animal votes * * * SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (July 30, 2024)--Today, the Humane Society Legislative Fund released its 2024 Illinois Humane Scorecard, which grades Illinois state representatives on their efforts to promote animal welfare during the 2024 session. HSLF is a nonpartisan organization that evaluates candidate  more

ITASCA, Illinois, July 30 (TNSres) -- The American Academy of Pediatrics issued the following news release: Despite unprecedented medical advances in the past century, healthcare disparities across race and ethnicity remain a pervasive problem, according to a new study in the August 2024 Pediatrics (published online July 29), "Race, Ethnicity, and Pediatric Post-Surgical Mortality: Current Trends and Future Projections." Researchers studied data of surgical patients, under age 18, between 2000  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 31 -- The Fraternal Order of Police issued the following news release on July 30, 2024: Washington, DC - Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, expressed frustration with Ronald L. Rowe, Jr, Acting Director of the U.S. Secret Service (USSS), who told two Senate committees today that local law enforcement was to have "covered" the rooftop where a would-be assassin opened fire on former President Donald J. Trump. "The Secret Service still canno  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 30 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) delivered a strong rebuke to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) proposed changes to the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule during the July 25 Senate Appropriations Committee consideration of the fiscal year (FY) 2025 Commerce, Justice, & Science (CJS) spending bill. Senator Manchin voted aga  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 31 (TNSres) -- The Institute of Food Technologists issued the following news release: The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), a nonprofit scientific organization committed to advancing the science of food and its application across the global food system, is proud to announce the winners of the IFT Student Association (IFTSA) product development and research competitions. The winners were revealed at the IFTSA Closing Ceremony at the recently completed IFT FIRST: Annu  more

DARIEN, Illinois, July 31 (TNSres) -- The American Academy of Sleep Medicine issued the following news release: From heart-pounding races to jaw-dropping performances, the Olympics offer a spectacle that resonates deeply with people all over the country. However, amid the thrills and enthusiasm, a significant number of Americans find themselves sleepier than usual. A 2024 survey (https://aasm.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sleep-prioritization-survey-2024-olympic-tiredness.pdf) from the America  more