Health professionals warn we don’t have enough ventilators to treat the projected number of COVID-19 patients. Tell the Trump administration to use its emergency powers to dramatically ramp up ventilator production.
Health professionals warn we don’t have enough ventilators to treat the projected number of COVID-19 patients. Tell the Trump administration to use its emergency powers to dramatically ramp up ventilator production.
Democracy
PIRG urges states to adopt emergency absentee voting
The novel coronavirus outbreak is, understandably, causing many Americans to think twice about going to the polls. To protect public health and the integrity of our elections, PIRG is calling on states to make sure residents can cast absentee ballots for the 2020 elections.
COVID-19
Manufacturers should release service information for hospital ventilators
During this public health crisis, it is vitally important that qualified technicians be able to repair and maintain our ventilators. But some manufacturers don't provide easy access to the repair documentation needed to fix these lifesaving devices.
Public Health
San Diego has a new plan to get the lead out of school drinking water
In a victory for children's health, San Diego Unified School District will no longer allow lead in school drinking water at levels greater than 1 part per billion — the same actionable level recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. CALPIRG applauds this measure to protect kids from the harmful effects of lead exposure.
Consumer Protection
CALPIRG sets ambitious legislative agenda for 2020
Released Jan. 30, CALPIRG's Legislative Agenda charts a clear course for 2020. Some of our priorities include pursuing the transition to a zero-waste economy, reducing our exposure to toxic substances by getting the lead out of school drinking water and toxic chemicals out of our personal care products, and much more.
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News & Research
News Release | U.S. PIRG
Today, U.S. PIRG delivered 43,000-plus signatures to ventilator manufacturers -- including GE Healthcare, Phillips, Siemens, Drager, Hamilton, Medtronic and more -- calling for the release of all necessary repair information.
News Release | U.S. PIRG
A new investigation by ProPublica, along with reporting by numerous other outlets, has revealed that suppliers are using the COVID-19 public health emergency to drive up prices exorbitantly on medical equipment.
News Release | U.S. PIRG Education Fund
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a full recall Wednesday of all ranitidine, a heartburn medication known by the brand name Zantac.
News Release | CALPIRG Education Fund
CALPIRG Education Fund released a guide Tuesday with tips for how consumers can negotiate with their banks to lower interest rates, waive overdraft fees, and agree on payment plans to provide more financial peace of mind in the months to come.
News Release | U.S. PIRG
Marriott, the world’s largest hotel chain in terms of guest rooms, disclosed Tuesday that up to 5.2 million customers were impacted by a security breach related to the company’s loyalty app.
RESOURCE
Coronavirus update
In the midst of the coronavirus outbreak, we’ve taken steps for all of our staff to work remotely for safety reasons. But rest assured, we’ll keep advocating for you as we work for a healthier, safer world.
Learn more about how we can work together to address the COVID-19 pandemic.