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Rescue of Dendritic Cells from Glycolysis Inhibition Improves Cancer Immunotherapy in Mice

Researchers from Arizona State University have discovered a strategy to rescue dendritic cells from glycolysis inhibition, which improves cancer immunotherapy in mice. This breakthrough involves inhibiting glycolysis in cancer cells using PFK15, while simultaneously rescuing glycolysis in dendritic cells (DCs) using fructose-1,6-biphosphate (F16BP). The research, published in Nature Communications,

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Senator Manchin Announces $3.1 Million in Federal Funding for West Virginia Healthcare Services

U.S. Senator Joe Manchin has announced significant federal funding to strengthen healthcare services in West Virginia, targeting critical areas such as the opioid epidemic, aging research, and maternal and cardiovascular health. With a total of $3,138,112 allocated from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,

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Nemours Children's Health Receives $2.4 Million Grant to Increase Pediatric Primary Care Providers

The Nemours Children's Health, Delaware Valley Research Team has been awarded a four-year $2.4 million grant by the Health Resources and Services Administration at the Department of Health and Human Services. The funding will support the continuation of a program launched in 2017 by Dr. Aaron Carpenter

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Cannabis Stocks Surge on US Health Officials' Recommendation for Marijuana Scheduling

US health officials' recommendation to reschedule marijuana as a lower-risk drug has sent cannabis stocks soaring, with Canopy Growth Corporation shares adding almost 50% on Monday morning. The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act, which would remove penalties for companies providing banking services to legitimate cannabis-related businesses, could

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Enbridge Inc Acquires Dominion Energy's Natural Gas Distribution Businesses for $9.4 Billion

Enbridge Inc's leaders have signed a deal to purchase Dominion Energy Inc's natural gas distribution businesses for a significant $9.4 billion, including the assumption of $4.6 billion in debt. This acquisition is set to be completed in 2024, potentially making Enbridge the largest gas

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Entergy Louisiana and Monarch Energy Partner to Advance Renewable Energy in South Louisiana

Entergy Louisiana and Monarch Energy have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance the energy infrastructure in South Louisiana, with Entergy Louisiana working with Monarch Energy to supply long-term renewable power to Monarch's 300-megawatt green hydrogen electrolyzer project. The project, expected to create over 300 construction jobs and

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Attorney's Fees and Costs Awarded in Vaccine Injury Compensation Program Case

Ariana Drivdahl, the petitioner, was awarded compensation in a vaccine injury case related to an influenza vaccine administered on November 11, 2020. The case, No. 21-1015V, was decided on April 13, 2023, with a decision awarding compensation to the petitioner. The court has now addressed the petitioner's motion

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Withdrawal of Petition in National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program

Jenna Raimond, the petitioner, filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (NVICP) on November 22, 2022, alleging injuries sustained after receiving a human papillomavirus vaccination on March 26, 2021. However, after a notice was issued advising her of her options to withdraw the petition or

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Federal Funding Awarded to Combat Opioid Crisis in Oregon's Rural and Tribal Communities

A $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has been awarded to the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde as part of the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP), aiming to reduce substance use disorder fatalities in high-risk rural communities. This funding is a crucial

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$1.4 Billion Awarded for Project NextGen: Accelerating COVID-19 Vaccine Development and Treatments

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded over $1.4 billion for Project NextGen, a $5 billion initiative led by ASPR's Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) in partnership with the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). This funding will support

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Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia Issues Order Assessing Public Utilities

The Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia has issued an order assessing public utilities, including Verizon, Washington, DC Inc, for their share of the Office of the People's Counsel's fiscal year 2023 budget. The assessment is based on a reimbursement fee formula established by

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Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia Issues Order Assessing Competitive Natural Gas Suppliers

The Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia has issued an order assessing competitive natural gas suppliers, including United Energy Trading, LLC, for their share of the Office of the People's Counsel's fiscal year 2023 assessed budget. The order requires United Energy Trading, LLC to