As we celebrate the beginning of the winter season and journey towards the new year, we want to wish
a
most rejuvenating, joyous holiday season to you and yours!
This newsletter includes a follow up to
Dr. Saberi's plans
to travel to Standing Rock,
information regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's
final report on the
Study of Hydraulic Fracturing for Oil and Gas and
Its Potential Impact on Drinking Water Resources,
and an invitation to an upcoming advocacy training.
To the surprise of everyone at PSR Philadelphia, Dr. Pouné Saberi plans to arrive in North Dakota at Standing Rock were suddenly halted as the camp transitioned into a new phase once the U.S Army Corps of Engineers announced that they would not grant an easement under Lake Oahe. Read more about it here...
The Environmental Protection Agency's
final report on the
Study of Hydraulic Fracturing for Oil and Gas and
Its Potential Impact on Drinking Water Resources marks a significant change from the draft versions previously released. Read more about it here...
The
Philadelphia chapter of
Physicians for Social Responsibility
is actively training local speakers and activists
to protect our public health. Contact us here to get involved in the January Advocacy Training for Health Professionals and Students!