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GLENDALE, Calif., May 23, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In a unique recognition of the enduring emotional effects that can remain in a population years after trauma and tragedy, the California Endowment has made a $10,000 grant to help promote spiritual health and well-being in the Armenian Community of Pasadena, California. …

WASHINGTON, May 23, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Washington, D.C. is the third most attractive domestic destination for the average U.S. traveler this summer, according to a recent CardHub.com study comparing airfare costs, flight times, and the number of connections associated with traveling to the 10 most popular domestic …

WASHINGTON, May 23, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau:(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110428/DC91889LOGO)THURSDAY, MAY 23: VETERINARY MEDICINEProfile America — Thursday, May 23rd.  There are few bonds in nature to rival that between pets …

BOSTON, May 23, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Existing research shows that bicyclists who wear helmets have an 88 percent lower risk of brain injury, but researchers at Boston Children's Hospital found that simply having bicycle helmet laws in place showed a 20 percent decrease in deaths and injuries for children younger …

LAS VEGAS, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- CTIA–The Wireless Association® today held its first-ever Wireless Innovation Open Mic "Startup Throw Down," as part of the Thought Leadership Conference CTIA 2013™ at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas.(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130325/DC83092LOGO)Designed …

NEW YORK, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., America's trusted source for identifying Top Doctors, has selected New York's Ophthalmology specialist Dr.Pamela Gallin, MD, FACS for inclusion in its highly selective list of Regional Top Doctors this year.(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130522/DC19390)Castle …

WASHINGTON, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, Senators Frank Lautenberg (D-NJ) and David Vitter (R-LA) announced a bipartisan compromise bill, the Chemical Safety Improvement Act, to reform the Toxic Substances Control Act. The following statement is from David Levine, Cofounder and CEO of the American Sustainable …

LAS VEGAS, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- CTIA–The Wireless Association® today announced the winners for the 2013 Emerging Technology (E-Tech) Awards, at CTIA 2013™. Hosted by CNBC Technology Correspondent Jon Fortt, the eighth annual awards ceremony, held on the show floor at the Las Vegas Sands Expo & Convention …

AValhalla,NYBoard Certified physician specializing inThoracic & Cardiac Surgery, Dr.Suvro Sett, is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 2013.VALHALLA, N.Y., May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., America's trusted source for identifying Top Doctors, has selected Valhalla's Thoracic & Cardiac Surgery …

SEATTLE, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., America's trusted source for identifying Top Doctors, has selected Seattle's Urology specialist Dr.Christopher Porter for inclusion in its highly selective list of Regional Top Doctors this year.(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130522/DC19388)Castle …

WASHINGTON, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- American Humane Association is driving its famed Red Star™ Animal Emergency Services team into storm-ravaged Moore, Oklahoma to help animals who need rescue and shelter in the wake of the devastating tornado. Following storm tracking on their mobile command centers, inside …

ORLANDO, Fla., May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Among the select few physicians honored with the prestigious Patients' Choice Award this year is Dr. Alfred Soto.(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130522/DC19374)In fact, of the nation's 870,000 active physicians and dentists, just five percent consistently …

ARLINGTON, Texas, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The University of Texas at Arlington is one of six universities nationwide to be named a "Next Generation University" in a new study published by the New America Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on public policy issues.The list was created to highlight …

WASHINGTON, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In a statement released today, the Center for Democracy in the Americas (CDA) is criticizing the Obama administration for "knuckling under to Congressional pressure" and raising the budget for USAID's regime change activities in Cuba.In a previously undisclosed communication, …

PENSACOLA, Fla., May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Patients' Choice has announced that Dr. Jeff Buchalter was one of a select few physicians honored with the prestigious 2012 Compassionate Doctor Certification.(Photo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130522/DC19346)Each year, nearly 100 million patients across …

COVINGTON, La., May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Announcing a special recognition appearing in the November,2012 issue of New Orleans Magazine published by Renaissance Publishing. Frank P. Tranchina was selected for the following honor: "Top Lawyers"(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130522/DC19344)Frank …

LA QUINTA, Calif., May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., America's trusted source for identifying Top Doctors, has selected La Quinta's Otolaryngology specialist Dr.Eric A. Nash for inclusion in its highly selective list of Regional Top Doctors this year.(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130522/DC19339) …

MOORE, Okla., May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Executive and philanthropist Arthur E. Benjamin today announced the national launch of celebrity social media campaign with Melissa Rivers and Actress Taryn Manning to raise much needed funds for animal rescue efforts and disaster relief in Moore, OK. Benjamin will match …

NEW YORK, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., America's trusted source for identifying Top Doctors, has selected New York's Orthopaedic Surgery specialist Dr.Francis X. Mendoza,MD for inclusion in its highly selective list of Regional Top Doctors this year.(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130522/DC19329)Castle …

ARLINGTON, Va., May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Bloomberg BNA announced the launch of the International Payroll Decision Support Network during the American Payroll Association (APA) Annual Congress in Grapevine, Texas, May 7-11, 2013. This new membership-based service combines Bloomberg BNA's custom research offerings …

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Governor Tom Corbett's spokesman, Kevin Harley, released the following statement today regarding misinformation circulating about the governor's comments during an interview with a Latino-Hispanic newspaper last Friday."This is just another attempt by a liberal blog …

WASHINGTON, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Orthodox Jews in New York are rallying in support of their counterparts in Jerusalem, who are currently facing the prospect of conscription into the Israeli army."The Orthodox community in the Holy Land views the Israeli government's plan to draft them as a direct attack …

WASHINGTON, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) today announced that its Board of Directors approved the adoption of a "Cruise Industry Passenger Bill of Rights" detailing CLIA members' commitment to the safety, comfort and care of guests in a number of important areas.The …