Sentences with phrase «health advocates fought»

Environmental and public health advocates fought hard for the new rules.

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As a former city councilor, Selina advocated for the rights of taxpayers, fought to protect the health of children and families by introducing a local ban on cosmetic pesticides and worked to improve access for people with disabilities as chair of the Coquitlam Universal Access - Ability Advisory Committee.

That decision has sparked a backlash from health advocates, who say current labelling does not do enough to highlight foods which should be avoided, while grocery manufacturers argue traffic - light labels are simplistic and too blunt an instrument in the fight against obesity.

In particular, there are three aspects of the House bill that ought to especially worry parents, health advocates and those who are concerned about fighting childhood hunger: the bill takes a decidedly unscientific approach to setting school nutrition standards, it would most certainly re-open the school junk food floodgates, and it will drop millions of needy kids from a much - lauded program that currently offers them free school meals.

But, the American Academy of Pediatrics and other breastfeeding advocates fought for the proposal, citing the many long - lasting health benefits of breast milk.

You see, Hillary has spent decades doing the relentless, thankless work to actually make a difference in their lives, advocating for kids with disabilities as a young lawyer, fighting for children's health care as first lady, and for quality child care in the Senate.

«This not only misleads your constituents, but is an insult to New Yorkers who need these measures to access the health care they need to lead healthy, fulfilling lives, as well as the advocates who have fought tirelessly to advance these bills for years,» she wrote.

«This is the state where I have been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ equality and for women's health and women's rights, including a woman's right to choose, and in the last 17 years, I have been traveling across this state fighting for better public schools for my kids but also for all of New York's kids,» Nixon said.

«Citizen Action of New York has been instrumental in fighting against the corrupting influence of big money in our democracy and advocating for quality education and health care for all,» Nixon said.

Sanchez, previously the recruitment director for the Working Families Party, pledges to be a strong advocate for the LGBTQ community, fighting for increased access to, and funding for, mental health services, as well as efforts to put an end to hate crimes in the district.

One advocate for its use is Donald Roberts, a medical zoologist recently retired from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland, and a member of the board of Africa Fighting Malaria, which collaborates with conservative think tanks.

A broad coalition of human rights advocates, scientists, and health experts have fought until last week to prevent the ceremony from occurring.

For years, consumer advocates and public health experts have fought to limit the use of hormones in cows, and some support a ban on the practice similar to the one in place in Europe, where food regulations are generally more stringent than in the U.S.

For years, Philadelphia advocates have been fighting for adequate and equitable school funding, particularly to support the development of full - service community schools that provide wraparound academic, health and social services to students and their families.

Since his election to the Board of Education in July 2007, Dr. Vladovic has been a strong advocate for a number of important LAUSD issues including eliminating year - round calendars, ensuring health benefits for all employees, personalizing education, championing for the arts, fighting for more environmentally safe schools, supporting drop - out prevention and mentorship programs, and maintaining world class instruction through difficult budget times.

A strong advocate of Natural Pet Health Care, Dr. Jones created this supplement to provide our pets with everything they need to develop stronger immune systems to fight off disease.

I'm all for pressuring Wal - Mart to become more of an advocate for worker - friendly public policy — their help in the fight for universal health care would be immeasurable — but it just seems short - sighted to me to reject the positive steps they're making.

We will advocate for you by building a strong case, coordinate your health care, confront the responsible party's insurer with the facts of your case and fight for your right to collect damages and recover lost income.

Comprised of more than 17,000 member companies, COSE has a long history of fighting for the rights of all small business owners, whether it's through group purchasing programs for health care, workers» compensation, or energy, advocating for specific changes in legislation or regulation to benefit small business, or providing a forum and resource for small businesses to connect with and learn from each other.

Washington, DC About Blog American Society of Nephrology leads the fight against kidney disease by educating health professionals, advancing research, and advocating the highest quality care for patients.

Today, as a doula, maternal health spokesperson and advocate, I have witnessed firsthand how the conversation is shifting towards a more open and honest dialogue about the state of maternal mental health in the U.S.. Now, more than ever, we have to keep working and fighting to affect change in the field.

Know the types of state attacks on women's health, and how reproductive rights advocates are fighting back.

We got feedback from over 800 reproductive health advocates at 50 Action Forums and over 6,500 people online about what they'd most like to see Planned Parenthood Action Fund (and presidential candidates) fight for in this election.

Through legal victories and setbacks, Planned Parenthood continued to grow into its role as a trusted sexual and reproductive health care provider and educator, establishing affiliates in communities across the country, and becoming a leading advocate in the fight for reproductive rights.

Come join Planned Parenthood Advocates at our 2018 Action Forums to learn more ways to get involved, take leadership, and shape the future of the fight for reproductive health, rights, and justice.

Planned Parenthood Advocates in Missouri will be in the Capitol every day, fighting to protect and expand access to reproductive and sexual health care for all Missourians.

Planned Parenthood Advocates in Missouri volunteers are enthusiastic activists who are dedicated to advancing sexual and reproductive health — whether it's increasing access to emergency contraception, protecting access to safe and legal abortion, or fighting against anti-reproductive and sexual health policies.

Today, Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast and other Louisiana - based women's health advocates are fighting a proposal that would triple the state's mandatory delay to 72 - hours.

While Planned Parenthood Advocates in Missouri will be working to stop bad bills, we will also be fighting forward, advocating for several bills that would improve Missourians» access to health care.

LD 17 needs better representation, and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Arizona endorses Steve Weichert, who will fight for improved education and health - care access — including comprehensive sex education and access to family planning services.

Go to our Planned Parenthood issue page to see the latest attacks on access to care at Planned Parenthood, and how women's health advocates are fighting back.

By striving for smart growth in our communities, defending private property rights, fighting efforts to eliminate or water down the mortgage interest deduction, advocating for small - business health plans, pushing for the expansion of the FHA, and battling to maintain the line between banking and commerce, we're serving not just our industry but all Americans.