Distributions made under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The Department of the Interior (DOI) announced the distribution of $51 million to 30 new environmental water resource projects this month.…
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Pentagon Claims PFAS Use Necessary for National Security
Officials say the attempt to restrict “forever chemicals” would impact the production of weapons, uniforms, and other defense items. Officials with the Department of Defense recently informed Congress…
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HHS Forms Long COVID Advisory Committee
Members will include caregivers and patients with Long COVID. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) established the Secretary’s Advisory Committee on Long COVID last week, opening…
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HUD Report Highlights Importance of Stable Housing for Public Health
President Biden’s administration releases health-action playbook. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) highlighted its many housing programs after President Biden’s administration released its action plan to…
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DOJ Settles Clean Air Act Suit with Refinery
Kansas-based refinery to pay $23 million to offset 2,300 tons of sulfur dioxide. The Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reached an agreement with…
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FDA Approves New Treatment for Rare Blood Clotting Disorder
Director Marks announced the therapy for the life-threatening disorder. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved Adzynma for patients with congenital thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (cTTP). The genetically…
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Marine Corps Commandant to Have Heart Surgery
He had a heart attack last month. U.S. Marine Corps Commandant General Eric Smith suffered a heart attack, collapsing during a run on October 29. He is now home…
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FTC Reports Decline in Cigarette and Smokeless Tobacco Sales
Menthol and other non-tobacco product purchases comprise half of purchases. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently released a Cigarette Report that provides data on industry sales in 2022.…
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CDC Expands Health Inspection Program for Air Travel
Virus monitoring will include testing for flu and RSV. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced the expansion of its virus monitoring program for air…
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FDA Warns of Probiotic Risks for Preterm Infants
The agency encourages reporting of illegally marketed substances. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning for the public and healthcare providers regarding the risks…
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