CHICAGO, Illinois, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Shorter hospital stays and improved independence in older adults undergoing major abdominal oncologic procedures are among the benefits of the program, study shows Key Takeaways * The American College of Surgeons Geriatric Surgery Verification program significantly decreases hospital stays among older cancer patients, according to researchers who implemented the program at their i more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The American Psychological Association issued the following news release: * * * More than 7 in 10 U.S. adults hope to avoid political discussions with family over the holidays * * * A majority of U.S. adults hope to avoid political discussions during the holidays and, in some cases, family members they disagree with, according to a survey (https://www.apa.org/pubs/reports/stress-in-america/2024/postelection-survey) by the American Psychological Association. M more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The American Society of Anesthesiologists issued the following news release: * * * New Practice Advisory Reviews Evidence, Says More Research is Needed * * * CHICAGO - Delirium and cognitive decline are common complications of anesthesia and surgery in older adults. Evidence-based recommendations on strategies to reduce the risk of postoperative neurocognitive disorders are presented in a new practice advisory in the Online First edition of Anesthesiology, the more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The American Society of Hematology issued the following news release: * * * Patients on tafasitamab had a 57% improvement in progression-free survival compared to the control arm LBA-1: Tafasitamab Plus Lenalidomide and Rituximab for Relapsed or Refractory Follicular Lymphoma: Results from a Phase III Study (inMIND) * * * (SAN DIEGO--Dec. 10, 2024) - Patients with follicular lymphoma that did not respond to or recurred after prior therapy experienced a 57% re more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The American Society of Hematology issued the following news release: * * * Variants could serve as biomarker to inform prognosis or guide treatment decisions LBA-4: Andean Enriched NFKB1 Haplotype Reduces Inflammation and Improves Response to Ropeginterferon Alfa-2b in Polycythemia Vera (PV) and Essential Thrombocythemia (ET) * * * (SAN DIEGO - Dec. 10, 2024) - A study presented during the 66th American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting and Expositi more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The American Society of Hematology issued the following news release: * * * Transplant shows no difference in overall or progression-free survival compared with maintenance therapy alone LBA-6: Lack of Benefit of Autologous Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation (auto-HCT) in Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL) Patients (pts) in First Complete Remission (CR) with Undetectable Minimal Residual Disease (uMRD): Initial Report from the ECOG-ACRIN EA4151 Phase 3 Randomized Trial more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The American Society of Hematology issued the following news release: * * * Transplant recipients show better physical, school, and social functioning than those receiving transfusions and medications alone LBA-5: Outcome of Cerebral Vasculopathy and Cognitive Performances 10 Years Post-Enrollment in the Drepagreffe Trial Comparing Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation to Standard-Care in Children with Sickle Cell Anemia and History of Abnormal Cerebral Velociti more PR

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The Union of Concerned Scientists issued the following statement on Dec. 10, 2024: * * * The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its annual Arctic Report Card (https://arctic.noaa.gov/Report-Card/) today. The report release is much anticipated given scientific agencies are already projecting 2024 will be the hottest year on record. Notably, the last 18 years have marked the lowest 18 for annual minimum sea ice extent in  more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The Association for Accessible Medicines issued the following news release: * * * Avalere analysis finds 57% of covered generic drugs not on Part D generic tiers in 2025 * * * The Association for Accessible Medicines, the trade association for generic and biosimilar manufacturers, commented on an analysis (https://avalere.com/insights/57-of-covered-generic-drugs-not-on-part-d-generic-tiers-in-2025) released by Avalere showing that Medicare plans continue to in more PR

MCLEAN, Virginia, Dec. 10 (TNSres) -- AMT - The Association for Manufacturing Technology issued the following news release: * * * Orders of manufacturing technology, measured by the USMTO report published by AMT, totaled $385 million in October 2024, a 14.5% decrease from September. Year-to-date orders reached $3.74 billion, a decline of 7.5% compared to the first 10 months of 2023. * * * Orders of manufacturing technology, measured by the U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders (USMTO) report  more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The Center for Biological Diversity issued the following news release on Dec. 10, 2024: * * * Switching Half of Meals in Child Nutrition Programs From Beef to Beans Could Trim Emissions by 48.7% * * * The Dietary Guidelines for Americans shapes more than $40 billion in federal spending, with sweeping impacts on food-related greenhouse gas emissions, according to a report released today by the Center for Biological Diversity. Yet the upcoming rewrite of the gui more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The Center for Science in the Public Interest issued the following statement on Dec. 10, 2024, by President Peter G. Lurie: * * * Overall, the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee's report is evidence-based and grounded in a systematic and transparent process. The committee's advice would strengthen the Dietary Guidelines by emphasizing consumption of fruits, vegetables, plant-based proteins, and whole grains, while limiting red or processed meat, refined gra more PR

DUARTE, California, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- City of Hope issued the following news release on Dec. 10, 2024: * * * Innovative studies address rare lymphoma subtypes, graft-versus-host disease, new therapies for leukemia while also de-escalating care where possible * * * LOS ANGELES -- Researchers from City of Hope, one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, whose Los Angeles comprehensive cancer center is ranked among the nation's top 5 more PR

DUARTE, California, Dec. 10 (TNSres) -- City of Hope issued the following news release: * * * Epcoritamab study results reported today at American Society of Hematology's conference press briefing in San Diego * * * LOS ANGELES -- City of Hope, one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, whose Los Angeles comprehensive cancer center is ranked among the nation's top five cancer centers by U.S. News & World Report, today reported on p more PR

BETHESDA, Maryland, Dec. 10 (TNSres) -- Cystic Fibrosis Foundation issued the following news release: * * * Results underscore the widespread challenges faced by individuals with cystic fibrosis in managing health care expenses. * * * Living with cystic fibrosis demands a complex regimen of care and treatment. Across the U.S., managing this care involves navigating a maze of health insurance coverage and significant out-of-pocket expenses. These cumulative - and often overwhelming -- costs f more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The Endocrine Society issued the following news release: * * * Animal study finds endocrine-disrupting chemicals may have negative effect on offspring * * * Early life exposure to a class of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) called polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) may lead to behavioral problems in rats, according to a new animal study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society. Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are chemicals that mimic, block  more PR

LONDON, England, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- PEN International issued the following news: * * * On Human Rights Day, we invite you to explore our indispensable resource - PEN International's campaigning handbook - and to join us in creating a world where every writer can speak freely, without fear of censorship, persecution, or violence. Together, we can uphold the principles of freedom, creativity, and solidarity that lie at the heart of PEN International's mission. Ma Thida, Chair of PEN Internation more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The International Fresh Produce Association issued the following news release on Dec. 10, 2024: The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) today commented on the release of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee's (DGAC) Scientific Report (https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/2025-advisory-committee-report), a culmination of nearly two years of work, supported by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the United States Department of H more PR

WINDSOR, Connecticut, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- LIMRA issued the following news release: Total U.S. single-premium pension risk transfer (PRT) premium was $14.2 billion in the third quarter, up 36% from prior year's results, according to LIMRA's U.S. Group Annuity Risk Transfer Sales Survey. Year-to-date (YTD), total single-premium PRT premium increased 21% to $39.9 billion. "While new premium growth rebounded in the third quarter, the growth can be attributed to larger deal activity," said Keith  more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The National Council for Mental Wellbeing issued the following news release: According to a revised and updated report by the Medical Director Institute (MDI) of the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, Mass Violence in the United States: Definition, Prevalence, Causes, Impacts and Solutions, mass violence continues to escalate in the United States, and more must be done to address the increase. The findings build upon a 2019 report created by the MDI and a di more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 10 (TNSres) -- The National Geographic Society issued the following news release on Dec. 9, 2024: * * * Enhanced World Water Map visualizes freshwater trends across past, present, future, offering detailed insights for water research, policy, storytelling * * * Today, the National Geographic Society, through its World Freshwater Initiative, launched World Water Map: Insights in collaboration with Utrecht University and Esri. World Water Map: Insights is an enhanced version o more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association issued the following news release: * * * Groundbreaking thinkALS Tool Empowers Providers to Identify and Refer Patients Quicker * * * It can take twice as long for people to receive an ALS diagnosis if they are seen in a general neurology clinic compared to a specialist clinic, according to new research published today in the peer-reviewed journal Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Frontotemporal Degenerati more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 10 (TNSres) -- The National Science Teaching Association issued the following news release: * * * Wild Wonderings: Scientists and Their Questions' Lively Stories and Colorful Pictures Spark Young Readers to Explore What it Means to be a Scientist While Enhancing Their Literacy Skills * * * MCLEAN, Va.--December 9, 2024-- The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) announced the release of a new NSTA Kids(TM) book from best-selling, award-winning author Jessica  more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The Progressive Policy Institute issued the following news release on Dec. 10, 2024: As the cost of higher education continues to rise, students and families are turning to Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs to reduce tuition expenses and graduate sooner. However, despite the increasing popularity of these programs -- over 5.2 million AP exams were taken in 2023 -- a new analysis from the Progressive Policy Institute (PPI) revea more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The Progressive Policy Institute issued the following news release on Dec. 10, 2024: High prices for essential goods and services force consumers to make tough choices about what to buy, where to live, and even what bills to pay. Anger around high prices and the high cost of living played a major role in the 2024 presidential election. Disillusionment with the "Bidenomics" agenda fueled a sense of disenfranchisement. Namely, the struggle to afford the necessities more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- Optica, formerly the Optical Society, issued the following news release: * * * Prototype communication network provides reliable two-way data transmission for moving communication nodes on drones, vehicles and ships * * * Researchers have demonstrated a prototype mobile all-light communication network, paving the way for seamless connectivity across air, land and underwater environments -- even when communication nodes are on a moving vehicle. This advance cou more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 10 (TNSres) -- Outdoor Recreation Roundtable issued the following news: Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) announced its second annual rankings of state outdoor recreation economies based on the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). These rankings highlight top states in categories such as overall economic size, growth in gross domestic product from outdoor recreation, compensation growth, and job growth. With new data published in this year's BEA releas more PR

NEW YORK, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- The National Multiple Sclerosis Society issued the following news: Researchers from New York University showed that higher brain inflammation and tissue loss are associated with several indicators of social disadvantage, highlighting the importance of taking action to address disparities and ensuring quality healthcare for all. Background: Evidence from adults with MS shows that some populations are more susceptible to worse disease outcomes than others. Factors t more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 10 (TNSres) -- The National Whistleblower Center, a legal advocacy organization, issued the following news release: Ahead of the highly-anticipated Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) report on December 10th, the Financial Times has published an article (https://www.ft.com/content/2ebb0889-ba59-4a0d-9bfc-0c57efae6e33) teasing the preeminent report's content. According to the article, the report is set to offer unequivocal, quantitative support for a UK whistleblower rewards  more PR

SANTA MONICA, California, Dec. 11 (TNSres) -- Rand issued the following excerpts of a commentary on Dec. 9, 2024, to War on the Rocks: * * * 62 Years After the '62 War, Where Do China and India Go From Here? By Shanshan Mei and Dennis J. Blasko On December 3, 2024, Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar released a statement on "recent developments in the India-China border areas and their implications for our overall bilateral relations." After reviewing the complicated his more PR