February 01, 2011

American Humane Association, the nation's voice for the protection of children and animals, has awarded a $20,000 grant to the Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE) Foundation to help feed hundreds of horses that had been abandoned when a Billings, Mont., ranch was foreclosed upon in July 2010. An estimated 350 horses had been fenced inside a 2,000-acre pasture with limited food and water at Home Place Ranch. The situation had become critical for these animals in recent weeks, as the natural food and water supplies in the area began running out. American Humane Association's Vice President of Emergency Services, Debrah Schnackenberg, presented the grant to the NILE Foundation in Billings yesterday. "This is a tragic situation that required immediate action to save these horses, and American Humane Association wanted to help these animals and support the ongoing efforts to care for them," she said. Full release

During American Heart Month in February, United Concordia Dental, one of the nation's largest dental insurers, wants to remind adults that taking care of their teeth and gums is an important part of promoting heart health. "There's plenty of research out there that links the oral health of your mouth to other medical conditions such as heart disease and stroke," said Jerome Blum, D.D.S., corporate dental director of United Concordia Dental. "In fact, a study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests that the risk for heart disease among people with gum disease is nearly three times higher than those without it." More than 75 percent of American adults suffer from periodontal disease, a chronic inflammatory condition that destroys bone and gum tissues that support the teeth, according to the American Academy of Periodontology. Full release

PowerDirect Marketing today announced growing client demand for its innovative front door marketing capabilities in reaching the Hispanic market. 2010 U.S. Census data is set to be released over the coming months - the U.S. Hispanic population is projected to hit 50 million, maintaining its stature as the nation's largest ethnic or racial minority. Seeing the significant growth and spending potential of this audience, Fortune 500 brands in industries such as retail, consumer packaged goods, financial services, entertainment, restaurant and others, are leveraging PowerDirect's strategic front door marketing and media solutions to connect with this complex market segment. "The Hispanic audience is not only increasing in number but also in wealth and economic influence. Smart marketers are recognizing this and turning to Hispanics for brand growth opportunities," said Barry Gilbert, Vice President, Marketing, PowerDirect. Full release

With a majority of the country's adults either overweight or obese, the new 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans are the first to address an unhealthy public, making their recommendations especially urgent for consumers and health professionals alike, according to the American Dietetic Association. ADA supports the Dietary Guidelines' "healthy balance" approach to weight management, which focuses on consuming "nutrient-dense foods and beverages" and engaging in regular physical activity to create an eating pattern that is right for each individual. ADA also supports the Dietary Guidelines' call for "options that can accommodate cultural, ethnic, traditional and personal preferences and food cost and availability" in developing practical advice from scientific findings. Full release

The words "EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW" are famously chiseled above the main portico of the U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington D.C. But it appears that Justice Clarence Thomas is instead receiving special treatment under the law, says the watchdog group, www.ProtectOurElections.org. Evidence is mounting that Justice Thomas violated federal law from 1989 through the present by failing to report his wife's annual salary by checking "NONE" on the box for "Non-Investment Income" on judicial AO 10 Financial Disclosure Reports. Seven of those forms can be found at http://protectourelections.org/index.php?q=node/105. Full release

Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) and Climate Strategies announced the results of a study on the impact of the EU ETS on low-carbon investment. EU ETS captures companies' attention, contributes to clarity for strategic decision-making, and is part of the enabling environment for low-carbon investments. The study suggests improvements such as increasing stringency, limiting CDM use, changes in international financial reporting standards, and complementary policies. Full release

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