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GOP: Respond to the Zika virus by supporting access to universal contraceptionRight now millions of American women don't know whether it would be healthy to become pregnant with the spread of the Zika virus—and they deserve to have the ability to delay a healthy pregnancy. Without universal access to contraception, women lack a critical tool for planning a healthy pregnancy. Yet GOP members of Congress have attacked universal contraceptive coverage in the past. Politicians and lawmakers must put public health *above* partisan ideology and take action to protect the health and safety of women and families across our country.15,669 of 20,000 SignaturesCreated by Ilyse Hogue, NARAL Pro-Choice America President
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Health Care Systems Cost and Benefit analysisI am supporting Senator Marty's bill in the Senate and Carolyn Laine in the House. We need a cost analysis that is done by objective and unbiased parties to convince the legislature that a Single-Payer type system is far less costly than the system we are using now. Please sign by May 31.547 of 600 SignaturesCreated by Sharon Schmidt
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Governor Kasich: Veto HB 294I am a Licensed Practical Nurse, and have worked in and continue to volunteer in the community health field. Ohio House Bill 294 is a political move and is not in the best interest of women, infants and children in Ohio.294 of 300 SignaturesCreated by Grace Carr
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Bernie: Stand With the Hundreds of Thousands Suffering From Chronic Lyme DiseaseI myself suffer from chronic Lyme disease and I am tired of insurance companies refusing to pay for my treatment. Healthcare is a right (as Senator Sanders has stated) and the health of our citizens should be a priority... No one should be ignored.755 of 800 SignaturesCreated by Charles Alegria
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Idaho Suicide Prevention PetitionSuicide is a serious problem in Idaho: • Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for Idahoans ages 15-34. • Idaho is consistently among the states with the highest suicide rates. - In 2014 Idaho had the 9th highest suicide rate, 46% higher than the national average. • In 2014, 320 people completed suicide in Idaho; a slight increase from 2013. • 19.8% (1 in 5) of Idaho youth attending regular public and charter high schools reported seriously considering suicide in 2015. - 9.8% (1 in 10) reported making at least one attempt. • Between 2010 and 2014, 96 Idaho school children (age 18 and under) died by suicide. - Twenty of these were age 14 and under.170 of 200 SignaturesCreated by SPAN Eastern Idaho
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SAVE OUR DAUGHTER AND THOUSANDS MORETo encourage people to support a change in a law that is desperately needed for many, many families who are suffering.15 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Pat Ellis
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SUPPORT THE EMERGENCY DECLARATION FOR HAWAII ISLANDOn January 29, 2016 Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard urged Hawaii State Governor David Ige to declare a state of emergency to combat the current outbreak of dengue fever on Hawaii Island. This declaration, if acted up on by our governor, will release the full force of federal funding necessary to combat the growing threat of dengue and other mosquito-borne viruses. This is about the big picture, especially as zika makes the headlines internationally and is now a looming threat to the state of Hawaii. As long as the presence of the aedes mosquito populations are allowed to be prevalent, this threat will always be hanging over our heads. We have the opportunity to be a model for the world’s communities, to show how to develop and fight the spread of these highly infectious diseases now and in the future for both our Hawaii residents and visitors. A state of emergency will give residents and visitors a sense of relief that something significant is being done in the long term to ensure that our Island is a safe place to live and visit. Please sign this petition so that the voices of Hawaii Island are heard loud and clear. Hawaii Dengue Fever Awareness962 of 1,000 SignaturesCreated by Krista Johnson
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Reversible brain damage in Flint MI!We cannot wait when 8,000 children can be spared now from cognitive declines due to lead poisoning.25 of 100 SignaturesCreated by robert kracauer
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Support Our New Hospital’s Success with Urgently Needed Bridge FinancingThe good news for the people of West Sonoma County is that our new community hospital is flourishing. In just three short months since reopening, business has surpassed expectations. The in-patient daily census at Sonoma West Medical Center (SWMC), which averages nearly 14 people a day, continues to rise, and is already 50% higher than Palm Drive Hospital was during the year before it closed. The no-wait emergency room is saving lives, with about 20 patients every day. More than 100 lab tests are being run daily, and surgeries have commenced. Locals say they feel safer and are relieved that they no longer have to face long hours of waiting in Santa Rosa hospitals. The humane, personal care that made Palm Drive the safest hospital in the entire State of California is back, and patients have never been happier. Unfortunately, millions of dollars of Medicare, Medi-Cal and private insurance reimbursements are facing long bureaucratic delays. The impact of this delayed reimbursement means that SWMC’s philanthropic reserves have been used up. Once reimbursement arrives, our hospital will be making the money it needs to be self-sustaining. But until then, SWMC will require bridge financing. That’s why the Friends of Sonoma West Medical Center have created this petition to urge the Palm Drive Health Care District Board members to fulfill their obligation to make sure that our precious hospital will not close while waiting to be paid for services rendered. To provide bridge financing during this critical time, we urge the District Board to advance our hospital $700,000 from its ample cash account, and to immediately request that the Board of Supervisors provide an emergency advance of one million dollars against this year’s tax revenue from the County Assessor’s office. After all, the tax Measure passed by 70% of voters in 2004 stated that the purpose of our parcel tax is “to ensure survival of Palm Drive Hospital and access to local emergency, acute care, medical and physician services, and provide for ongoing expenses, repair and improvements to equipment and technology.” Such County Assessor advances are frequently granted to help other County agencies and special districts overcome cash flow challenges. Less than two years ago, Sonoma County’s Board of Supervisors provided an emergency loan of $1.8 million to finance the closure of Palm Drive Hospital. During this critical period, the people of West Sonoma County have a more urgent need: bridge financing to ensure that our life-saving hospital stays open until the money it has earned comes in.333 of 400 SignaturesCreated by Paul-Andre Schabracq
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Tell Governor Malloy (AGAIN) No More Cuts to the Department Of Developmental ServicesThe people of Connecticut with Intellectual Disabilities, their Families and Care Givers deserve better. Tell Governor Malloy no more cuts!9,311 of 10,000 SignaturesCreated by Nancy Mastroianni
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KFC: Help Save Antibiotics!According to the CDC, more than 2 million Americans get sick from antibiotic-resistant infections each year, and 23,000 people die. Yet, more than 70 percent of antibiotics sold in the United States go to livestock and poultry operations, which routinely mix huge quantities of antibiotics into the feed of animals that aren’t sick. This practice increases the likelihood that all kinds of bacteria will develop resistance to antibiotics, meaning our life-saving medicines won't work. As the national Colonel of fried chicken, KFC has tremendous power to change the chicken market and put an end to this dangerous practice... but they won't do it unless they know that consumers demand it. Please, sign now!5,873 of 6,000 SignaturesCreated by US PIRG
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End of Life ChoiceBecause I am 83 years old, I sometimes think about unpleasant possibilities for my last years. I know many contemporaries in the same position.48 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Katharine Rogers