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Positive Results Announced in Largest Pivotal Phase 3 Trial of a First-in-Class Oral Antibiotic to Treat Uncomplicated Gonorrhea

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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These positive preliminary findings offer hope for patients with this condition, particularly in the face of rising antibiotic resistance to current regimens.

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  • These positive preliminary findings offer hope for patients with this condition, particularly in the face of rising antibiotic resistance to current regimens.
  • It also paves the way for a new research and development model in the global fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
  • Now, the positive results of this landmark Phase 3 trial confirm that zoliflodacin has the potential to tackle the most difficult-to-treat gonorrhea infections.
  • This builds on the critical Phase 2 clinical trial sponsored by the U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID).

War on global warming intensifies, Dominica already on a clear path to resilience: CS Global Partners

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Thursday, July 21, 2022
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Following the catastrophe caused by Hurricane Maria, the Prime Minister of Dominica, Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit, vowed to build a climate-resilient nation and reduce the countrys dependence on fossil fuels.

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  • Following the catastrophe caused by Hurricane Maria, the Prime Minister of Dominica, Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit, vowed to build a climate-resilient nation and reduce the countrys dependence on fossil fuels.
  • Since the announcement, the government of Dominica developed and implemented a robust framework to ensure the achievement of this goal.
  • The Climate Resilience Execution Agency for Dominica (CREAD) , a formal body to spearhead these effortswas also created.
  • Further, there have been initiatives by Dominica to create a sustainable environment where renewable energy resources are effectively utilised.

Dominica increases Geothermal Energy Capabilities to Reach Climate Resiliency Goals

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022
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These include developing and enhancing its renewable energy capabilities, as well as sustainable housing, healthcare and educational facilities.

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  • These include developing and enhancing its renewable energy capabilities, as well as sustainable housing, healthcare and educational facilities.
  • The Commonwealth of Dominica already obtains 28% of its energy requirements from renewable energy sources such as hydropower and wind.
  • Geothermal power plants essentially work the same as coal or nuclear power plant, the main difference being the heat source.
  • Brimming with hot springs, geysers, and volcanic activity where the Earth is particularly hot just below the surface, Dominica is the perfect location to manifest geothermal energy.

Dominica increases Geothermal Energy Capabilities to Reach Climate Resiliency Goals

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022
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These include developing and enhancing its renewable energy capabilities, as well as sustainable housing, healthcare and educational facilities.

Key Points: 
  • These include developing and enhancing its renewable energy capabilities, as well as sustainable housing, healthcare and educational facilities.
  • The Commonwealth of Dominica already obtains 28% of its energy requirements from renewable energy sources such as hydropower and wind.
  • Geothermal power plants essentially work the same as coal or nuclear power plant, the main difference being the heat source.
  • Brimming with hot springs, geysers, and volcanic activity where the Earth is particularly hot just below the surface, Dominica is the perfect location to manifest geothermal energy.

Alight Welcomes Social Innovator, Jocelyn Wyatt, As New CEO

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021
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MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Global humanitarian organization, Alight , is pleased to announce Jocelyn Wyatt as the newly appointed CEO.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Global humanitarian organization, Alight , is pleased to announce Jocelyn Wyatt as the newly appointed CEO.
  • Having served as the CEO of IDEO.org for the past 10 years, Wyatt will officially take the helm of Alight on December 15, 2021, where she will lead more than 3,500 team members globally.
  • "We are exceptionally pleased to welcome such an accomplished creative strategist and highly esteemed member of the international NGO community," says Maureen Reed, Chair, Alight Board of Directors.
  • In 2020, Alight received the prestigious 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator for the tenth consecutive year, celebrating a decade of impactful work.