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Trust for America's Health Statement on the Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Reauthorization Act

2013-03-04 20:22:43

WASHINGTON, March 4, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- TFAH applauds the passage of the Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Reauthorization Act (PAHPRA) (H.R. 307), which will help address ongoing and emerging challenges in public health preparedness - and ensure public health has the resources and support necessary to prepare for and respond to disease outbreaks, severe weather events, acts of terrorism or other public health emergencies. (Logo:...

Fowke Named to NIAC Committee for Cybersecurity

2013-03-01 16:22:32

MINNEAPOLIS, March 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Xcel Energy President, Chairman and CEO, Benjamin Fowke, has been named to a committee that formed as a result of a NIAC (National Infrastructure Advisory Council) recommendation in an October 2010 report on Electric and Nuclear Sector Resilience. The committee, comprised of CEOs from the utility and nuclear sectors, will receive regular briefings from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, National Security Agency, Department Of Energy and...

Fairbanks Implements Smart911 Network, Officials Encourage Citizens to Create a Safety Profile

2013-02-28 12:29:55

FAIRBANKS, Ala. and FRAMINGHAM, Mass., Feb. 28, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Fairbanks community is the first in the State of Alaska to implement the national safety database, Smart911, to improve 9-1-1 services for citizens. In use in more than half of the states across the country, Smart911 allows citizens to create a Safety Profile of vital personal and household data, including details on residents, pets, photos, medications, medical conditions and more. This information is...

Global Security Agency Inc. Announces Selection as a Mexican Government Security Training Provider.

2013-02-27 08:20:55

CONROE, Texas, Feb. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Security Agency Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: GSAG) (the "Company), a leading provider in logistics, support training, personal protection, security intelligence work and risk analysis for clients worldwide, announced today that the Company was selected as one of the training companies identified to help train security and police forces in Mexico. GSA continues its support of the Mexican security forces and the newly elected Mexican...

Palantir Technologies Creates Clinton Global Initiative Commitment to Action, Partners with Team Rubicon and Direct Relief to Revolutionize Disaster Response Efforts

2013-02-25 12:28:15

Palantir commits its innovative technology platform to help response organizations better analyze information and mobilize resources before, during and after crises NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Palantir Technologies announced a long-term Commitment to Action at the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Winter Meeting held last week. The CGI commitment will use cutting edge data integration and analytics to significantly improve disaster relief efforts. As part of the commitment,...

Mobile App Empowers Educators Facing Campus Threats

2013-02-21 08:42:01

HOUSTON, Feb. 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Educators reacting to campus emergencies have a new ally. Crisis360, a web-based and mobile application suite for Apple, Android and Windows devices, allows universities to rapidly communicate critical information to ensure safety and maintain business continuity. Whether facing natural disasters, public health emergencies or terrorism, emergency responders need accurate, up-to-date information to save lives, better protect assets and recover...

Great Western Minerals Group Investigates Former Project Director and Contractor

2013-02-21 00:20:58

TSX Venture Symbol: GWG OTCQX: GWMGF SASKATOON, Feb. 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ - Great Western Minerals Group Ltd. ("GWMG" or the "Company"), (TSXV: GWG) today announced that as a result of an internal investigation into the activities of Vincent Mora, who had previously provided services to the Company as Project Director and was terminated for cause, suspicions were raised about invoicing, purchasing and contracting activities. Because irregularities were found during the...

Carbonite Brings Leading Cloud Backup to Comcast Business Services

2013-02-20 12:29:47

BOSTON, Feb. 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Carbonite, Inc. (NASDAQ: CARB), a leading provider of cloud backup solutions for consumers and small businesses, announced it has been selected to participate with Comcast on Upware(TM) from Comcast Business, which launched today. Together, Carbonite and Comcast will deliver cloud solutions for small businesses that may be conveniently purchased and managed from one central location. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120124/NE40289LOGO...

Global Security Agency Inc. Announces China Academy Program

2013-02-19 08:40:08

CONROE, Texas, Feb. 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Security Agency Inc. (OTCBB: GSAG) (the "Company"), a leading provider in logistics, support training, personal protection, security intelligence work and risk analysis for clients worldwide, announced today that the Company has authorized an agreement with our new partner, Risk Management, to start the development of the first Personal Protection Academy in mainland China. The facilities will be maintained and instructed by American...

SurDoc releases visual overview of insurance coverage families need

2013-02-14 04:23:37

MENLO PARK, Calif., Feb. 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- SurDoc today released a visual overview of the various types of insurance most Americans need. The infographic includes a brief explanation of the most common types of insurance such as health, dental, life, and vehicle, as well as lesser-known types of protection, such as disability and renter's insurance and online computer backup. Hard-to-find overview of costs and coverageIncluded in the overview are the average yearly costs of...