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Mixed Support for New York City’s New Sodium Warning

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When New York City became the first place in the country to require chain restaurants to post a warning next to high-sodium items, a number of associations came out both for and against the new rule. On December 1, New York City became the first city in the U.S. to require a similar sodium label.

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Medical Societies Speak Out on Proposed Aid-in-Dying Bills

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A similar bill is under consideration in the New York state legislature. Following its introduction last year, the Medical Society of the State of New York updated its position statement, stating that while it “supports all appropriate efforts to promote patient autonomy, promote patient dignity, and to relieve suffering….

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Coronavirus Updates for Association and Events Professionals – What You Need to Know

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(source: NY Times) April 5, 2020 – Two of the Trump administration’s top health officials issued grave warnings to the American public Sunday, saying the next week — when the outbreak is expected to reach its peak in places like New York — will be “our Pearl Harbor.”. Adams, on the news show “Meet the Press.” New York – 19.5

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Daily #COVID19 Updates for Association and Events Professionals – What You Need to Know

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(source: NY Times) April 5, 2020 – Two of the Trump administration’s top health officials issued grave warnings to the American public Sunday, saying the next week — when the outbreak is expected to reach its peak in places like New York — will be “our Pearl Harbor.”. Adams, on the news show “Meet the Press.” New York – 19.5