Cosmetic Breast Implants Linked to Increased Rates of Suicide, Study Finds
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National NOW Conference Opens in Detroit, Celebrates Women Taking Charge
NOW is proud to open its national conference in Detroit, Michigan on July 13. The last National NOW Conference in the Motor City was 30 years ago, and women have gained much ground during that time. With the inspiration of thrilling speakers, the wide range of exhilarating workshops, and the energy of women nationwide hungry for change, this year’s NOW conference is sure to make a lasting impact on the struggle for women’s equality.
Battle-Ready DeLauro Flexes New Muscle on FDA
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Bush Vetoes Stem Cell Research Bill for a Second Time, Putting Ideology Above Saving Lives
“With this veto, George Bush has proved once again that his allegiance is to his extremist base and not to the millions of caregivers and families who need this research,” says NOW President Kim Gandy.
House Passes Bill to Advance Lifesaving Stem Cell Research
In a 247-176 bipartisan vote, the House today passed a bill that would allow federal funding of stem cell research utilizing donated human embryos. “Women are the majority of family caregivers, and the heartbreak of having a loved one with a debilitating illness and the related burden of their care could both be lifted with this bill,” said NOW President Kim Gandy.
