Legislation to fight Parkinson’s passes House, named in Virginia Congresswoman Wexton’s honor
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The U.S. House today passed the Dr. Emmanuel Bilirakis and Honorable Jennifer Wexton National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act.
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A no-brainer: National Parkinson’s Act advances committee to House vote
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The House Energy and Commerce Committee advanced the National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act yesterday and goes before the U.S. House for a vote.
Valley Program for Aging Services, Waynesboro Public Library receive national award
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Waynesboro Public Library nominated Valley Program for Aging Services as a partner in the first ever I Partner with My Public Library national award and received Honorable Mention.
Annual Care Fair returns to the Rockfish Valley Community Center on Nov. 9
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The annual Care Fair returns to Afton on Nov. 9 to provide resources to seniors on aging issues including health care and legal concerns.
Lawmakers push for FDA action one year into Adderall shortage in U.S.
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In October 2022, the Food & Drug Administration declared a shortage of ingredients necessary in the manufacture of Adderall.
Augusta Health removes mental health language from credentialing applications
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Augusta Health has been recognized for updating its credentialing applications to remove intrusive language around mental health care and treatment.
Virginia animal welfare organization receives $30K grant for programs
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The Virginia Federation of Humane Societies received a $30,000 grant to support two programs: High Five VA and Spay VA.
EMU receives more than $1.2M grant to participate in Christian parenting project
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Conectere is an interdisciplinary project that supports secure Christian parenting and focuses on relational attachment bonds.
Harrisonburg Fire Department offering free car seat checks throughout week
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The Harrisonburg Fire Department is hosting three events this week to celebrate National Child Passenger Safety Week.
Shelter animal transfer program awarded $20K from ASPCA for Southwest Virginia
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“High Five VA” is a lifesaving transfer program of the Virginia Federation Humane Societies, which creates a safety net for homeless animals.
