Imperial Valley News Center
Ecuadorian Independence Day
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- Written by State Department
Washington, DC - Secretary of State John Kerry: "On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I congratulate the people of Ecuador as you celebrate the 207th anniversary of your nation’s Proclamation of Independence today.
Transforming Government Services through Technology and Innovation
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Washington, DC - President Obama has led a transformational era of change through technology and innovation that is producing a smarter, savvier, and more effective government for the American people. On August 11, 2014, the President directed his Administration to accelerate efforts to improve and simplify the digital experience between individuals, businesses, and the government through the creation of the U.S. Digital Service.
Latin American, Caribbean health systems need more investment as populations age
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- Written by Enrique Rivero
Los Angeles, California - The health systems of six Latin American and Caribbean countries have made substantial progress toward universal coverage - providing free or subsidized healthcare to the majority of their populations - but continue to face challenges managing more complex health needs such as those related to cardiovascular disease, cancer, stroke and depression, a new study from the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health and the Inter-American Development Bank finds.
Preventing mass extinctions of big mammals will require immediate action
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- Written by Stuart Wolpert
Los Angeles, California - Preventing the extinction of gorillas, rhinoceroses, elephants, lions, tigers, wolves, bears and the world’s other largest mammals will require bold political action and financial commitments from nations worldwide. In an article in the journal BioScience, 43 wildlife experts write that without immediate changes, many of the Earth’s most iconic species will be lost.
Mindfulness training helpful in the recovery of adults addicted to stimulants
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- Written by Dan Gordon
Los Angeles, California - Meditation and other mindfulness strategies may reduce the likelihood of relapse for certain people struggling to break their addiction to stimulants including cocaine and methamphetamine, a UCLA study suggests.
Fowler exhibition features yarn paintings from Western Mexico
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Los Angeles, California - A new exhibition at the Fowler Museum at UCLA will present colorful yarn paintings and ritual objects inspired by mythology and shamanic visions from the Wixárika people of Western Mexico.
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