CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 29 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: The latest report on total industry sales by category and state, part of NMMA's 2023 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, is now available for download. This section provides data on recreational boat and marine engine retail sales by marine segment and geographical location, including unit sales, dollar value, and average retail prices, along with total  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The Association of American Universities issued the following news release on Oct. 28, 2024: The following is an announcement from the Association of American Universities, America's leading research universities, regarding the election of Princeton University President Christopher Eisgruber as chair of the AAU Board of Directors: Last week, the member presidents and chancellors of the Association of American Universities elected Princeton University President Christophe  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 29 -- The American Health Information Management Association issued the following news release: (Salt Lake City, Utah - October 27, 2024) The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) is excited to announce an insightful session titled "Advancing Equity in FQHCs: A Comprehensive Analysis of Clinical Quality Measures," led by the leadership team from Shasta Community Health Center. This presentation will take place on October 28, 2024, at the AHIMA24 conf  more

ITASCA, Illinois, Oct. 29 (TNSres) -- The American Academy of Pediatrics issued the following news release: A study of 2021 self-report data from over 33,000 high school students across 16 states found that Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are considerably higher than previous studies based on parent reports of ACEs experienced by their children. The study, titled "Prevalence of Adverse Childhood Experiences Among Adolescents" will be included in the November 2024 edition of Pediatrics. Dat  more

ITASCA, Illinois, Oct. 29 (TNSres) -- The American Academy of Pediatrics issued the following news release: Female pediatricians' reported annual income in 2017 through 2022 was about 93% of males, an average difference of about $11,000 annually, according to a study published in the November 2024 Pediatrics. The study, "Differences in Pediatricians' Income by Sex Over Time" (published online Oct. 29) found the difference persisted after adjusting for key factors where female and male pediatric  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 29 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Updated guidelines address critical aspects of care for traumatic brain injury patients * * * The American College of Surgeons (ACS) has announced the release of its revised Best Practices Guidelines in the Management of Traumatic Brain Injury, offering healthcare providers comprehensive strategies to improve the care and outcomes of patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBI is a ma  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 29 -- The American Health Information Management Association issued the following news release: The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) is proud to announce the winners of the prestigious 2024 Triumph Awards, recognizing exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions to the health information (HI) profession. The Triumph Awards honor leaders who advance the HI field, enhance educational opportunities, and inspire the next generatio  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 29 -- The American Health Information Management Association issued the following news release: The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) is proud to announce that Texas Health Resources (THR) has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Grace Award. This award recognizes healthcare delivery organizations that exemplify innovative approaches to using health information to deliver high-quality care to patients, honoring the legacy of AHIMA founder Grace Whit  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 28 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: CHICAGO The American Library Association's (ALA) Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table (GNCRT) is excited to announce the launch of the GNCRT Outstanding Comics Award, a new award dedicated to recognizing excellence in graphic novels for libraries. This award strives to highlight exceptional comics publishing, recognize comics for their contributions to literacy, and promote hig  more

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Illinois, Oct. 30 (TNSres) -- The American Society of Plastic Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Findings largely reflect health and other factors, reports Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery(R) * * * Children of non-White racial/ethnic backgrounds experience significant disparities in access to and outcomes of surgery to repair cleft lip, reports a study in the November issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery(R), the official medical journal of the Ameri  more

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Illinois, Oct. 30 (TNSres) -- The American Society of Plastic Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Results may be 'similar or superior' to invasive treatments, reports Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery * * * Topically applied products containing human platelet extract or vitamin C provide similar improvements in age spots (photoaging) of the hands, as reported in a clinical trial within the November issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery(R), the official  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 29 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association issued the following news release: The following statement is attributable to:Bruce A. Scott, M.D.President, American Medical Association "The introduction today of a bill to stop the ruinous Medicare payment cut that is scheduled to go into effect Jan. 1 is a vital sign that Congress is poised to act. Lawmakers must take action during the lame duck session."This bipartisan bill would fend off the proposed paymen  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 30 -- Easterseals, a provider of services and supports from early childhood programs, to autism services, veterans' services and medical rehabilitation and employment programs, issued the following news release on Oct. 29, 2024: From now through Election Day on November 5th, Easterseals is collaborating with Lyft to help address the critical transportation barriers that people with disabilities face when trying to vote. Through the Lyft Up Voting Access Program, Lyft wil  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 30 -- The International Code Council issued the following news release: * * * Additional global accreditation empowers ICC-ES to provide a broader scope of expert certification services for manufacturers * * * BREA, CALIFORNIA - ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) is proud to announce its accreditation by JASANZ as a certification body for CodeMark Australia. This development enables ICC-ES to certify new or innovative building products in Australia by providing a nationa  more

SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, Oct. 29 -- The Information Systems Audit and Control Association issued the following news release: ISACA China is excited to announce the launch of its all-new, Chinese-language official website (isaca.org.cn). This platform, specifically tailored for the Chinese market, not only brings ISACA's world-renowned resources closer to local IT professionals but also integrates unique content that resonates with the region's needs and aspirations. Discover the rich offerings:   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 30 (TNSres) -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association released the 2021 and 2022 Energy Efficiency Programs Report today, unveiling the latest data on natural gas utility energy efficiency programs and investments. The report showed that natural gas efficiency programs saved 336 million therms of energy in 2022, avoiding 1.7 million metric tons of CO2 emissions. That number is the equivalent of removing 424,000 cars f  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 30 -- The National Futures Association issued the following news release: NFA has ordered AC Investment Management, LLC (ACIM), an NFA Member commodity pool operator located in New York, N.Y., to pay a $100,000 fine. The Decision, issued by an NFA Hearing Panel, is based on a Complaint issued by NFA's Business Conduct Committee and a settlement offer submitted by ACIM, in which the firm neither admitted nor denied the allegations in the Complaint. The Complaint alleged  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 28 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: CHICAGO The American Library Association (ALA), with $200,000 in support from the Ford Foundation, announces its latest initiative Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC): Community Catalysts: Libraries as Leaders in Bridging Divides. Building on the success of Libraries Transforming Communities, which launched in 2014 and has provided millions in funding to support communit  more