Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Virginia
'Curious Conversations' podcast: Matthew Hicks talks about computer security in the new year
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 27 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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'Curious Conversations' podcast: Matthew Hicks talks about computer security in the new year
Matthew Hicks joined Virginia Tech's "Curious Conversations" to discuss how computer users can be more secure heading into 2025. He shared insights about the evolving landscape of computer security, particularly related to artificial intelligence (AI) and generative technologies, and the implications of these technologies
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5 Takeaways from Dellinger's Testimony on Capitol Hill
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations posted the following news release:
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5 Takeaways from Dellinger's Testimony on Capitol Hill
Jan 27, 2025With a new Congress underway, ATA Chairman Dennis Dellinger went to Capitol Hill to make the case for substantially increasing investments in our transportation network.
Dellinger delivered his remarks before the House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee on Highway & Transit to discu
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ACI Raises Concerns Over Virginia's Proposed Addictive Feed Legislation
WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 [Category: Consumer Services] -- The American Consumer Institute Center for Citizen Research issued the following news:
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ACI Raises Concerns Over Virginia's Proposed Addictive Feed Legislation
Arlington, VA - Logan Kolas, Director of Technology Policy at the American Consumer Institute (ACI), has expressed significant concerns about Virginia's proposed addictive feed legislation. While the goal of protecting children online is commendable, ACI highlights critical flaw
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AFA Funds Christmas Celebration for Families of the 645th AESS
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association issued the following news release:
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AFA Funds Christmas Celebration for Families of the 645th AESS
AFA's Northeast Texas Chapter 416 facilitated a $500 grant from AFA's United Forces & Families (F2) program to support a Christmas party for families of the 645th Aeronautical Engineering Systems Squadron (AESS), in Greenville, Texas. The Chapter also invested funds that it raised during a golf
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AFA Propels Milwaukee, CAP Students with Top-Tier CyberCamps
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association issued the following news release:
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AFA Propels Milwaukee, CAP Students with Top-Tier CyberCamps
AFA's Billy Mitchell Chapter in Milwaukee, Wis., is hosting its third AFA CyberCamp, June 23 through 27. Registration opens March 1.
The Chapter's 2024 camp was a resounding success for 72 students from four locations in 2024, supported through a partnership with AFROTC Detachment 930 at Marque
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AFP Applauds Governor Scott's Education Proposal as a Building Block for Education Freedom
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity issued the following news release:
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AFP Applauds Governor Scott's Education Proposal as a Building Block for Education Freedom
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Montpelier, VT - Americans for Prosperity (AFP) applauds Governor Scott's Education Transformation Proposal announced last week. As National School Choice Week kicks off, this is the perfect time to recognize the impact of expan
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AFP-OK Celebrates National School Choice Week at OKC School Fair
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity issued the following news release:
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AFP-OK Celebrates National School Choice Week at OKC School Fair
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OKLAHOMA CITY, OK -- Americans for Prosperity-Oklahoma (AFP-OK) kicked off National School Choice Week last weekend at the 2025 Oklahoma City School Fair alongside school representatives to teach parents about the education options available for their ch
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AFP-Utah Calls for ESA Expansion During National School Choice Week
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity issued the following news release:
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AFP-Utah Calls for ESA Expansion During National School Choice Week
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SALT LAKE CITY, UT -- In honor of National School Choice Week this week, Americans for Prosperity-Utah (AFP-UT) released a statement celebrating the strides that Utah has taken to expand education freedom for its students, while calling on lawmakers t
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AFP-WV Releases Pathway to Prosperity Legislative Agenda Backed by Six-Figure Spend
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity issued the following news release:
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AFP-WV Releases Pathway to Prosperity Legislative Agenda Backed by Six-Figure Spend
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CHARLESTON, WV - Americans for Prosperity-West Virginia (AFP-WV) released their 2025 Pathway to Prosperity Legislative Agenda, today, as well as a six-figure spend in support of the agenda. AFP-WV will be actively pursuing the passage
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AMERICA MUST LEAD ON AI, DIGITAL FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGIES
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 24 [Category: Electronic Products] -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release:
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AMERICA MUST LEAD ON AI, DIGITAL FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGIES
ARLINGTON, VA - Jan. 24, 2025 - The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(r):
"President Trump's executive orders this week on artificial intelligence (AI) and digital financial technologies reflect what we've said for ye
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American Apparel and Footwear Association: Improving Conditions for Migrant Workers in Taiwan's Textile Sector
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 28 -- The American Apparel and Footwear Association issued the following news release:
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) and Fair Labor Association (FLA) are leading a coalition of global apparel companies to promote responsible recruitment and employment in Taiwan's textile sector. This initiative is part of the Commitment to Responsible Recruitment and is focused on increasing ethical sourcing in global apparel, footwear, and travel goods supply chai
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American Association of Tissue Banks: Medicare Coverage Updates on Skin Substitutes
MCLEAN, Virginia, Jan. 28 -- The American Association of Tissue Banks issued the following news:
On Friday, January 24, 2025, all seven Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) announced a delay in implementing final skin substitute Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Initially set to take effect on February 12, 2025, the implementation date has been postponed to April 13, 2025.
When implemented, these LCDs will introduce new evidentiary requirements, restricting coverage to a small number
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American Molecular Imaging Provides $10,000 Entry-Level Nuclear Medicine Technologist Scholarship
RESTON, Virginia, Jan. 23 [Category: Medical] -- The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging issued the following news release:
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American Molecular Imaging Provides $10,000 Entry-Level Nuclear Medicine Technologist Scholarship
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Rebecca Maxey
(703) 652-6772
rmaxey@snmmi.org
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Reston, VA (January 23, 2025) -- The Society for Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Technologist Section (SNMMI-TS) is excited to announce its partnership with American Molec
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ATA Chairman Urges Congress to Prioritize Infrastructure Investments
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 22 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations posted the following news release:
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ATA Chairman Urges Congress to Prioritize Infrastructure Investments
Jan 22, 2025Washington -- As Congress begins the process of reauthorizing the nation's surface transportation programs, American Trucking Associations Chairman Dennis Dellinger testified on Capitol Hill today to make the case for substantially increasing investments in our transportation netw
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Bipartisan Vote Affirms Opportunities for Collaboration with Wright on Energy Solutions, Grid Improvements
MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Jan. 23 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation issued the following news release:
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Bipartisan Vote Affirms Opportunities for Collaboration with Wright on Energy Solutions, Grid Improvements
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Following the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee's bipartisan vote to support Chris Wright as the next leader of the U.S. Department of Energy, the National Wildlife Federation pledged to work with him on embracing sustaina
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CAIR Condemns Distribution of KKK Propaganda in Virginia
WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 [Category: Sociological] -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations issued the following news release:
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CAIR Condemns Distribution of KKK Propaganda in Virginia
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned the distribution of flyers promoting the Ku Klux Klan (KKK) in Virginia.
Flyers, in bags weighted with stones, were found near Round Hill Elementary in Loudoun County last F
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CAIR Welcomes Virginia School District Recognizing Eid al-Adha as Holiday
WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 [Category: Sociological] -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations issued the following news release:
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CAIR Welcomes Virginia School District Recognizing Eid al-Adha as Holiday
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed the Prince William County, Virginia, school board's decision to recognize the Islamic holiday of Eid al-Adha as an official school holiday and bumping the star
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Chamber of Progress: New Report - Building A European Tech Stack Could Cost Euros5 Trillion
MCLEAN, Virginia, Jan. 28 (TNSres) -- Chamber of Progress, a center-left tech industry policy coalition promoting a progressive future, issued the following news:
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Plan To Duplicate Tech Assets Would Cost 25 Times the EU's Annual Budget
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As some European policymakers increase calls to invest in Europe's digital sovereignty by funding a "Eurostack" - a set of publicly owned, collectively controlled, and non-profit technological assets to serve European markets and consumers - Chambe
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CTA CEO: Tariff Delays Show Administration Recognizes Economic Impact
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 22 [Category: Electronic Products] -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release:
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CTA CEO: Tariff Delays Show Administration Recognizes Economic Impact
ARLINGTON, VA - Jan. 21, 2025 - The following statement is attributed to Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(r) on President Donald Trump's America First Trade Policy memorandum:
"President Trump's decision to approach trade policy in a more
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CyberPatriot, StellarXplorers: The Road to Finals
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association issued the following news release:
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CyberPatriot, StellarXplorers: The Road to Finals
CyberPatriot
The lineup for CyberPatriot's National Finals, which are happening March 14-18 in Bethesda, Md., is almost set. Although high school and middle school students have just returned to the classroom, CyberPatriot's 17th season rushes on as we skinny down the field of competitors to our final 28
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Experts available: Tariffs & stock market volatility, invisible dangers of radon, red dye no. 3, and more
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 27 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Experts available: Tariffs & stock market volatility, invisible dangers of radon, red dye no. 3, and more
The Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Virginia Tech experts available to discuss headlines in the news
Looming effects of tariffs and stock market
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Harry Dorn honored with emeritus status
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 27 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Harry Dorn honored with emeritus status
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Harry Dorn, professor of chemistry in the College of Science at Virginia Tech, has been conferred the title of professor emeritus by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors.
The emeritus title may be conferred on retired faculty members who are recommended to the board by Virginia Tech President Tim Sands in recognition of exemplary s
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Hybrid fire ants turn up the heat in far Southwest Virginia
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 27 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Hybrid fire ants turn up the heat in far Southwest Virginia
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In Lee County, Virginia Cooperative Extension Agent Amy Byington is working to stop a tiny invader posing a big problem.
Hybrid fire ants, which are well-established across East Tennessee and parts of Kentucky and North Carolina, are now infiltrating far Southwest Virginia.
"It's just on
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January Update from AFA's Aerospace Education Council
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association issued the following news release:
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January Update from AFA's Aerospace Education Council
I hope that everyone had a safe and pleasant holiday season and is ready for 2025! AFA's Education Council continues to move forward, and now is the time to start working on your Teacher of the Year applications, grants and scholarships, AE Awards for your chapter, and all that goes with those.
Your T
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Maggie Bump honored with emerita status
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 27 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Maggie Bump honored with emerita status
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Maggie Bump, professor of chemistry in the College of Science at Virginia Tech, has been conferred the title of professor emerita by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors.
The emerita title may be conferred on retired faculty members who are recommended to the board by Virginia Tech President Tim Sands in recognition of exemplary se
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NAA, NMHC & RETTC Applaud FCC's Decision to Withdraw Proposal to Ban Bulk-Billing Agreements
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 28 -- The National Apartment Association issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2025:
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Withdrawal Marks Victory for Renters and Housing Providers, Preserving Affordable Internet Access and Paving the Way for Expansion of Broadband Infrastructure
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Today, the National Apartment Association (NAA), the National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) and the Real Estate Technology and Transformation Center (RETTC) applauded Federal Communications Commission
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Paper Urges Army to Avoid 'Technology Myopia'
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 23 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army issued the following news:
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Paper Urges Army to Avoid 'Technology Myopia'
The Army needs to move away from an overfocus on technology to effectively predict the character of war and use it to deter and defeat adversaries, according to a new paper published by the Association of the U.S. Army.
"Today, many writers are making recommendations about how the U.S. Army should fight based on observat
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Paper: Ethic, Not Weapons, Remains Army's 'Greatest Asset'
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army issued the following news:
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Paper: Ethic, Not Weapons, Remains Army's 'Greatest Asset'
As the Army advances its plan to confront modern warfare with technology, its most powerful weapon is its code of ethics, according to the author of a new paper published by the Association of the U.S. Army.
"Our Army's greatest asset is not the sophisticated machinery it deploys nor the advanced weaponry it
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Sourcewell Awards New Fitness Equipment with Related Accessories and Services Contracts
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: Education] -- AASA, The School Superintendents Association, issued the following news release:
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Sourcewell Awards New Fitness Equipment with Related Accessories and Services Contracts
Sourcewell, AASA's government cooperative procurement partner, recently awarded contracts for fitness equipment with related accessories and services. The contracts cover things like commercial-grade (or better) individual or group fitness equipment and related acces
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STATEMENT: Sierra Club Response to FERC Decision to Prepare an Environmental Assessment for Transco's SSEP
WASHINGTON, Jan. 22 [Category: Environment] -- The Sierra Club issued the following news release:
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STATEMENT: Sierra Club Response to FERC Decision to Prepare an Environmental Assessment for Transco's SSEP
WASHINGTON, DC \-- After months of requests from state and local officials, as well as dozens of advocacy organizations, asking for a detailed Environmental Impact Statement for Transco's proposed Southeast Supply Enhancement Project in Virginia and North Carolina, the Federal Energy R
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Supreme Court Will Hear Case from Victims of FBI Wrong-house Raid
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Institute for Justice issued the following news release:
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Supreme Court Will Hear Case from Victims of FBI Wrong-house Raid
WASHINGTON--The U.S. Supreme Court today agreed to hear the case of an Atlanta family harmed by a mistaken FBI SWAT raid on their home. Despite the trauma inflicted on the innocent family, the government refused to cover costs of Trina Martin, her son Gabe, and her partner Toi Cliatt. Now, after an appeal fro
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VCU Financial Success Center by Virginia Credit Union Wins Top Award From Industry Association
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 28 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on Jan. 27, 2025:
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Peer-to-peer student counseling is the hallmark program of the School of Business unit, whose commitment to financial well-being has quickly been recognized.
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By Sarah Murphy
Just five years after opening its doors to students, the VCU Financial Success Center by Virginia Credit Union has received prestigious recognition from a national leader in financial counseling, coach
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VCU: cRam Session - Debunking Classroom Myths
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 28 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
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3 questions, 2 minutes, 1 lesson with Elizabeth Edmondson and Suzanne Kirk, whose course explores "lessons" we may have learned - and how we might adjust our thinking.
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By VCU News staff
cRam Session is a VCU News feature that highlights the breadth of offerings in the VCU Bulletin course catalog and the wide-ranging expertise of the instructors. Research associate professor Elizabeth Edmon
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Virginia Tech chemist makes strides in drug discovery for chronic kidney disease
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 27 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Virginia Tech chemist makes strides in drug discovery for chronic kidney disease
One in seven U.S. adults -- about 37 million people -- are affected by chronic kidney disease, a condition where kidneys are damaged and cannot filter blood as they should. This causes a host of nasty symptoms and can lead to further worsening health conditions.
Even more U.S. adults are affected by diabetes and high blood pressure,
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VMCVM Alumni and Faculty Spotlight: Virginia Edwards
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 27 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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VMCVM Alumni and Faculty Spotlight: Virginia Edwards
Virginia Lee Edwards '07, DVM '12
Collegiate Assistant Professor and Service Chief, Animal Care for Education
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When did you join the veterinary college?
As a student from 2007-2012 and as faculty in 2016.
The best part of being a faculty is?
Hands down, the students. They are so motivated to learn and grow, and sometimes just need a little help unde
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What AFA Chapters Need to Know to Nominate a Teacher of the Year
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: National Defense] -- The Air and Space Forces Association issued the following news release:
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What AFA Chapters Need to Know to Nominate a Teacher of the Year
It's that time of year again, when Chapters across the Air & Space Force Association should identify a local classroom teacher who integrates aerospace or STEM into their curriculum or teaches STEM full-time. These teachers go above and beyond inspiring students to pursue STEM--but may need r
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What You Were Reading: Five Top PTJ Articles in 2024
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Physical Therapy Association issued the following news:
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What You Were Reading: Five Top PTJ Articles in 2024
We are recapping another successful year of content published in PTJ: Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal, APTA's scientific journal. The publication, available for free to APTA members and by paid subscription to others, continues to grow in influence as it expands its reach on social media, offers a var
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William & Mary Launches New Degrees in Critical Health Careers
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Jan. 28 -- William and Mary issued the following news:
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The Department of Kinesiology's new degrees in human health & physiology and public health will equip students to become leaders in vital fields.
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William & Mary is launching two new degrees to meet critical demands in human health and public health.
Beginning this fall, students in the Department of Kinesiology in Arts & Sciences may pursue a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in human health & physiology an
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WVWC Esports Team Brings 140 West Virginia High School Students To Town for In-Person Tournament
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia, Jan. 27 -- West Virginia Wesleyan College issued the following news:
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WVWC Esports Team Brings 140 West Virginia High School Students To Town for In-Person Tournament
BUCKHANNON, West Virginia - West Virginia Wesleyan College's ESports Team proudly hosted the first-ever in-person event of the West Virginia Scholastic Esports League last month, bringing together 140 students from schools across the state as they vied for the top spots of the season's competition
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Zeldin's Commitments to EPA's Mission, Responsibilities Affirm Potential for Progress
MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Jan. 23 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation issued the following news release:
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Zeldin's Commitments to EPA's Mission, Responsibilities Affirm Potential for Progress
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Following the U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee's bipartisan vote to support Lee Zeldin as the next leader of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the National Wildlife Federation pledged to work with him on embracing equitable environmen
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