Yuma News
Presidential Proclamation on National Apprenticeship Week, 2018
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- Written by White House White House
- Published: 10 November 2018 10 November 2018
Washington, DC - Under my Administration’s policies, our Nation’s economy is booming and Americans have more opportunities than ever before. Men and women from all walks of life are moving off the sidelines and into the workforce. In this economic context, our country needs workers with world-class skills and abilities to fill vacant positions in the labor force.
New efforts to strengthen FDA’s expanded access program
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- Written by FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D. FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D.
- Published: 09 November 2018 09 November 2018
Washington, DC - Since the 1970s, the FDA has helped to facilitate access to promising investigational medical products for patients with serious or immediately life-threatening diseases who are unable to access products through clinical trials. As a cancer survivor, I understand, on a very personal level, that patients who are fighting serious or life-threatening diseases want the flexibility to try new therapeutic approaches, including investigational medical products. This is especially relevant when there’s no other FDA-approved treatment option available to a patient.
President Donald J. Trump Announces Intent to Appoint Personnel to Key Administration Posts
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- Written by White House White House
- Published: 09 November 2018 09 November 2018
Washington, DC - President Donald J. Trump today announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to be Members of the National Commission on Military Aviation Safety:
New consumer survey as part of a process to assess allergens in cosmetics
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- Written by Juli Putnam Juli Putnam
- Published: 09 November 2018 09 November 2018
Washington, DC - “Gathering information about consumer experiences with cosmetic products, especially adverse reactions such as irritated skin or an allergic reaction, is critical to the FDA’s ability to effectively conduct surveillance and oversight of these products in the U.S. marketplace,” said FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D.
Discovering the benefits of tai chi
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 09 November 2018 09 November 2018
Wellton, Arizona - Discover the benefits of tai chi at the Wellton Library! On Friday, November 30th, Annette Perez from the Yuma County Health District will teach the basic moves of this graceful exercise at 10:30 a.m. Participants should dress comfortably and bring a bottle of water.
Joe Rodriguez from the Cocopah Museum presents “Cocopah Culture”
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 09 November 2018 09 November 2018
Wellton, Arizona - On Thursday, November 29th, Joe Rodriguez from the Cocopah Museum will present “Cocopah Culture” at 10:30 a.m. at the Wellton Library. The Cocopah (Kwapa), also known as the River People, have long lived along the lower Colorado River and delta. For centuries, the Cocopah people, described as generous and non-materialistic, have maintained their traditional and cultural beliefs through the various political environments and ever-changing landscapes.
How to Create a Memorial on Fold3
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- Published: 09 November 2018 09 November 2018
Yuma, Arizona - On Saturday, November 24th, the Genealogical Society of Yuma will present “How to Create a Memorial on Fold3” at 10:30 a.m. at the Main Library. Learn how to utilize military records, photos, and personal documents to create a digital memorial for your loved one. Presenter Judith Marcum will also discuss the significance of the folds in the flag.