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Catalent, the leading global provider of advanced delivery technologies, development, and manufacturing solutions for drugs, biologics, cell and gene therapies, and consumer health products, today announced that it has signed an agreement with Zumutor Biologics, Inc., to manufacture Zumutor's lead candidate, ZM008, for the treatment of solid tumors. Zumutor is a biologics company that develops novel immuno-oncotherapeutics to drive transformational improvements in cancer treatment.
ZM008 is a first-in-class monoclonal antibody targeting tumor cell receptors that block natural killer (NK) cell inhibitory signals and enables NK cell activation to generate a potent immune response. NK cells are a type of cytotoxic lymphocyte (white blood cell) and are a critical component in the innate human immune system, which ZM008 can utilize to target solid tumor cells for diseases such as prostate cancer.
"We were able to fast track the development of ZM008 by leveraging INABLR, our proprietary antibody discovery platform," stated Kavitha Iyer, Founder & CEO of Zumutor Biologics. "Robust preclinical data for ZM008 demonstrates tumor cell death, immune cell infiltration, and tumor growth inhibition. In vivo studies demonstrate anti-tumor efficacy as a monotherapy or in combination with immune checkpoint inhibitors. Development is on track for investigational new drug filing by the end of 2020, and we have placed our trust in Catalent to deliver on-time and with the highest quality in true partnership."
Under the terms of the agreement, Catalent Biologics will provide process optimization and drug substance manufacturing services from its site in Madison, Wisconsin. The site is currently undergoing a significant expansion, with the build-out of two new suites, each with a 2 x 2,000-liter single-use bioreactor system, providing additional clinical and commercial production. The expansion is scheduled to be completed by mid-2021 and will more than double Catalent Biologics' commercial biomanufacturing capacity.
"Catalent values the long-standing partnership and technical relationship that we have developed with Zumutor over the years," commented Mike Riley, Region President, Catalent Biologics, North America. "We are excited to work on this innovative lead candidate as the company prepares to take it into the clinic and beyond and look forward to working closely with Zumutor to support its clinical development and commercialization needs."
INABLR is a trademark of Zumutor Biologics, Inc.
About Zumutor Biologics, Inc. 
Zumutor Biologics, Inc., is a next generation Tumor-Directed IO therapeutics company headquartered in Cambridge, MA with R & D Lab in Bangalore, India. The 25-strong science team works seamlessly with a world renowned scientific advisory board with expertise in immuno-oncology and clinical development. Zumutor's assets include a pipeline of immuno-oncotherapeutics molecules, two proprietary antibody discovery platforms and a robust IP portfolio with a landscape beyond 2034. For more information, visit http://www.zumutor.com
About Catalent Biologics 
For more than two decades, Catalent Biologics has built capabilities and experience in development, manufacturing, and analytical services for new biological entities, cell and gene therapies, biosimilars, and antibody-drug conjugates. Catalent has worked with 600+ mAbs and 80+ proteins, and 13 biopharmaceutical drugs produced using GPEx cell line development technology have been approved and marketed, with more than 120 ongoing clinical trials utilizing therapeutic candidates developed using the GPEx platform. A further 26 commercially-approved products have employed Catalent Biologics' capabilities through to aseptic fill/finish. Catalent has recently acquired MaSTherCell, a technology-focused cell and gene therapy development and manufacturing partner with facilities in the U.S. and Europe. With expertise in both autologous and allogeneic cell therapy development and manufacturing, this latest acquisition complements Paragon Gene Therapy's industry-leading capabilities and expertise in the development and manufacturing of adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors, next-generation vaccines and oncolytic virus production. Its manufacturing facilities in Baltimore, Maryland have produced over 100 GMP batches across 40 clinical and commercial programs. Using advanced technology and tailored solutions for clinical through commercial supply, Catalent Biologics brings better biologic treatments to patients, faster. For more information on Catalent Biologics, visit http://www.catalent.com/biologics
About Catalent 
Catalent is the leading global provider of advanced delivery technologies, development, and manufacturing solutions for drugs, biologics, cell and gene therapies, and consumer health products. With over 85 years serving the industry, Catalent has proven expertise in bringing more customer products to market faster, enhancing product performance and ensuring reliable global clinical and commercial product supply. Catalent employs over 13,000 people, including over 2,400 scientists and technicians, at more than 35 facilities, and in fiscal year 2019 generated over $2.5 billion in annual revenue. Catalent is headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey. For more information, visit http://www.catalent.com
More products. Better treatments. Reliably supplied.

Development is on track for investigational new drug filing by the end of 2020, and we have placed our trust in Catalent to deliver on-time and with the highest quality in true partnership.




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One of Albuquerque's best dentists has added a new service.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Representatives with Albuquerque, NM based Northtowne Dental have announced that the dental office of Dr. Michael Armijo is now offering cosmetic dentistry procedures.
"We are pleased to offer cosmetic dentistry services to our patients," said Dr. Armijo, founder of Northtowne Dental. "Want the perfect smile? Looking to reverse dental damage? Have you been in an accident and need restorative dental work? If you need cosmetic dentistry in Albuquerque, look no further than Northtowne Dental."
"Our cosmetic dentistry procedures include CEREC crowns and onlays, porcelain veneers or crowns, composite fillings, and boost tooth whitening," said Dr. Armijo, who is celebrating his 30th years of dentistry.
"When you have a broken or cracked tooth, decay, or a discolored tooth, we can fix it for you with cosmetic dentistry.," highlighted Dr. Armijo before adding, " A Porcelain crown simply fits over your natural tooth and gives your tooth a solid, durable covering. A Porcelain onlay is made out of the same material, but is smaller and does not require as much tooth reduction."
"Our cosmetic dentists in Albuquerque remove any decay or smooth the cracked area, prepare your tooth for a custom fit, and take an impression and send the information to our onsite dental laboratory for the fabrication of your new crown or onlay. You also might be a candidate for our CEREC Crown which we can perform in our office generally while you wait," said Dr. Armijo.
Northtowne Dental also offers CEREC dental crowns and restoration services. CEREC stands for 'Chairside Economical Restorations of Esthetic Ceramic', and it is a machine that is a true state-of-the-art wonder, said Dr. Armijo.
As for services Armijo and Northtowne Dental provide, include general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, porcelain veneers, crowns, dental implants, boost teeth, whitening, dentures, endodontics root, canals, smile makeover and more.
"Whether you are interested in preventative dental care for yourself and your family or you want to explore options in cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, dentures, and more, Northtowne Dental is the ideal solution," Armijo stressed, before adding, "We pride ourselves with our attentive and individualized treatment plans. Our team focuses on efficient care that ensures the best results. That efficiency includes high levels of training as well as the very latest technology."
Dedicated to the latest technologies and innovations, Armijo noted that he and his staff are fully committed to providing each patient with attentive and compassionate care, and this goes beyond the use of innovative equipment and techniques.
"While enjoying the convenience of the cutting-edge technologies in use at Northtowne Dental, patients will be put at ease if they suffer any sort of anxiety or nervousness about dental care," Armijo said. "The team provides all patients with the utmost comfort and guarantees that they will be treated with integrity. Doing these things have allowed me to serve patients for 30 years. I look forward to what's to come."
For more information, please visit northtownedental.com/about-us and northtownedental.com/blog.
About Northtowne Dental
At Northtowne Dental in Albuquerque, NM, Dr. Michael Armijo and his team of dedicated staff are committed to serving their patients with tremendous compassion and efficiency. To achieve these goals, the group has a clearly defined philosophy along with several key statements of commitment that show they see patients as individuals who deserve focused and attentive care. This holds true whether patients are simply calling in with a question or having treatment.
Contact Details:
Northtowne Dental
5900 Cubero Dr NE 
Suite B 
Albuquerque, NM 87109 
United States
Phone: 505-797-1000
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TurningPoint Global Solutions today announced that the National Institutes of Health has awarded it and subcontractors ISEC7 and IncrediTek a five-year contract to manage mobile devices and services across the NIH enterprise. The contract will consolidate the procurement, management, and distribution of all mobile devices and wireless telecommunications services and allow TurningPoint to serve NIH in recommending solutions that will reduce costs while improving quality. TurningPoint's services will be enabled through its Network Inventory and Optimization Solution (NiOS) telecom business management web-based portal.

ROCKVILLE, MD. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
TurningPoint Global Solutions today announced that the National Institutes of Health has awarded it and subcontractors ISEC7 and IncrediTek a five-year contract to manage mobile devices and services across the NIH enterprise. The contract will consolidate the procurement, management, and distribution of all mobile devices and wireless telecommunications services and allow TurningPoint to serve NIH in recommending solutions that will reduce costs while improving quality. TurningPoint's services will be enabled through its Network Inventory and Optimization Solution (NiOS) telecom business management web-based portal.
Managing Partner David Hughes said TurningPoint will provide NIH with a tailored service offering and function as a trusted partner in helping NIH leverage technology to enable its mission objectives.
"We recognize the importance of this contract as NIH's expectations for mobile telecommunications technologies and services will continue to grow," said Hughes. "Mobile devices are increasingly important tools that NIH researchers, clinicians, and staff will use as they work in a variety of settings to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability."
This latest win will expand TurningPoint's footprint at NIH to all 27 of its Institutes and Centers. The award is 100 percent federally funded with a total contract value of $99,919,798.48 if all options are exercised.
ABOUT TURNING POINT GLOBAL SOLUTIONS
Headquartered in Rockville, MD, TurningPoint provides telecom lifecycle and expense management software and services for wireless and wireline services, with a focus on federal and other public sector organizations. The GSA Managed Mobility Program has recognized TurningPoint as a preferred supplier for Mobile Lifecycle & Expense Management services since 2014. TurningPoint also provides software engineering and professional IT services for a diversified group of commercial and government customers. TurningPoint is appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 4 for Development and CMMI Maturity Level 3 for Services. TurningPoint is also IS0 27001:2013 certified for its data center hosting services. For more information, visit http://www.tpgsi.com.

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"Mobile devices are increasingly important tools that NIH researchers, clinicians, and staff will use as they work in a variety of settings to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability."



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CBRE to provide a broad range of real estate services to FastMed's growing clinic footprint

PHOENIX (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
FastMed Urgent Care, one of the nation's largest urgent care providers, announces its partnership with CBRE, the largest U.S. commercial real estate firm, to select high-potential locations for its new clinics, optimize leases, and manage clinic maintenance and upgrades in FastMed's existing facilities.
"With 109 existing clinics in three states and ambitious growth plans, FastMed needed a strong real estate partner to help us with site selection, lease negotiation, and clinic construction and maintenance," said Web Golinkin, CEO of FastMed Urgent Care. "CBRE has the resources and expertise to partner with us in all of these areas as we continue on our mission to provide patients with the best end-to-end healthcare experience in terms of quality, accessibility, affordability and compassion."
"The CBRE integrated service platform has been tailor-made for enterprise-wide optimization engagements like the one with FastMed. CBRE sees tremendous opportunity to leverage its strategic technologies, supply chain network, data analytics, and advisory resources to drive a material impact to both the top and bottom lines. Portfolio optimization means different things to different companies," said Brad Meyer, senior vice president at CBRE. "With our FastMed partnership, it translates to improving the patient experience with existing and new clinics located nearer to their lifestyle patterns, superior facility design and maintenance, and reducing operating expenses to enable valuable investment back into the business."
To learn more about FastMed Urgent Care and to find a clinic near you, please visit https://www.fastmed.com/.
To learn more about CBRE, please visit https://www.cbre.us/.
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About FastMed Urgent Care 
FastMed Urgent Care owns and operates 109 clinics in North Carolina, Arizona and Texas providing a broad range of acute/episodic and preventive healthcare services 365 days a year. FastMed also provides workers' compensation and other occupational health services at all its clinics, and family and sports medicine services at select locations. FastMed has successfully treated more than 6 million patients since the opening of its first clinic in 2005, and is the largest urgent care operator to be awarded the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for accreditation in healthcare quality and safety in ambulatory healthcare. For more information about locations, services, hours of operation, insurance and prices, visit http://www.fastmed.com.
About CBRE 
CBRE Group, Inc., a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2018 revenue). The company has more than 90,000 employees (excluding affiliates) and serves real estate investors and occupiers through approximately 480 offices (excluding affiliates) worldwide. CBRE offers a broad range of integrated services, including facilities, transaction and project management; property management; investment management; appraisal and valuation; property leasing; strategic consulting; property sales; mortgage services and development services. Please visit our website at http://www.cbre.com.

With our FastMed partnership, it translates to improving the patient experience with existing and new clinics located nearer to their lifestyle patterns, superior facility design and maintenance, and reducing operating expenses to enable valuable investment back into the business.



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Compliancy Group, announced today that CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Marc Haskelson, CEO, to its 2020 list of Channel Chiefs. This annual list recognizes the top vendor executives who continually demonstrate exemplary leadership, influence, innovation, and growth for the IT channel.

GREENLAWN, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Compliancy Group, announced today that CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Marc Haskelson, CEO, to its 2020 list of Channel Chiefs. This annual list recognizes the top vendor executives who continually demonstrate exemplary leadership, influence, innovation, and growth for the IT channel.
Marc Haskelson is the President and CEO of Compliancy Group. He has over 25 years of sales, marketing, and operational leadership experience, and has held executive positions at Hearst Publications, Experian, and AT&T. He is an innovator who develops new products and solutions to address the challenges of the small and midsize market. Marc is the co-chair of the CompTIA Business Applications Advisory Council, a group of thought leaders and subject matter experts representing cloud software platforms and applications. He focuses his knowledge of compliance, technology, security, customer care, and payment processing on improving market inefficiencies.
"It is an honor to be recognized on CRN's 2020 Channel Chiefs list. Security and HIPAA compliance are interconnected; companies in the healthcare space that lack robust security solutions put their patient's sensitive data at risk. As a CRN Channel Chief, I hope to continue to educate the market on the importance of advanced security for healthcare organizations, and healthcare vendors," Marc Haskelson, CEO, Compliancy Group.
CRN's 2020 Channel Chiefs list honors the distinguished leaders who have influenced the IT channel with cutting-edge strategies and partnerships.
The 2020 Channel Chiefs have shown outstanding commitment, an ability to lead, and a passion for progress within the channel through their partner programs. The Channel Chief honorees were chosen by the CRN editorial staff for their dedication, industry prestige, and exceptional accomplishments in driving the channel agenda and evangelizing the importance of channel partnerships.
"The IT channel is undergoing constant evolution to meet customer demands and changing business environments," said Bob Skelley, CEO of The Channel Company. "CRN's Channel Chiefs work tirelessly, leading the industry forward through superior partner programs and strategies with a focus on helping solution providers transform and grow. Our team here at The Channel Company congratulates these outstanding individuals for their dedication to the channel."
CRN's 2020 Channel Chiefs list will be featured in the February 2020 issue of CRN Magazine and online at http://www.crn.com/ChannelChiefs.
About Compliancy Group 
HIPAA shouldn't be done alone, that's why Compliancy Group is the only HIPAA software with expert Compliance CoachesTM holding your hand to streamline compliance. Built by former HIPAA auditors, Compliancy Group gives you confidence in your compliance plan to reduce risk, increase patient loyalty, and improve your practice.
Why Compliancy Group? 

HIPAA Audit Support, no client has ever failed an audit!

Streamlined Security Risk Analysis

Intuitive training for employees

HIPAA Seal of Compliance

Dedicated Compliance Coaches

Learn how to get HIPAA Verified and earn our Seal of Compliance today!
Follow Compliancy Group: Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
Compliancy Group Contact:     
Monica McCormack 
Compliancy Group     
855.854.4722 
mmccormack@compliancygroup.com
About The Channel Company 
The Channel Company enables breakthrough IT channel performance with our dominant media, engaging events, expert consulting and education, and innovative marketing services and platforms. As the channel catalyst, we connect and empower technology suppliers, solution providers and end users. Backed by more than 30 years of unequalled channel experience, we draw from our deep knowledge to envision innovative new solutions for ever-evolving challenges in the technology marketplace. http://www.thechannelcompany.com
Follow The Channel Company: Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
2019. CRN is a registered trademark of The Channel Company, LLC. All rights reserved.
The Channel Company Contact: 
Jennifer Hogan 
The Channel Company 
jhogan@thechannelcompany.com



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The OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District hosts annual safety event in Dublin, California, and Reno, Nevada.

DUBLIN, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
The OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District, the only OSHA authorized OTI Education Center headquartered in Northern California, is hosting the Pacific Coast Safety Fest, an annual low-cost OSHA safety training event, on March 24-26, 2020. This year's event, which is designed to raise worker safety and health awareness and communicate best work practices, takes place in two locations – Dublin, California, and Reno, Nevada.
"Our annual Pacific Coast Safety Fest is open to contractors, small business owners and anyone interested in creating a safer workplace," says Cari Elofson-Callahan, Assistant Director of the OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District. "Our goal is to offer participants from the larger community an opportunity to learn more about workplace safety by providing low-cost OSHA standards-based safety training."
Attendees at the Pacific Coast Safety Fest pay a nominal fee of $20 per class. Topics include recordkeeping rules, safety and health management, outreach training for construction and general industries, and transitioning to safer chemicals. Attendees will receive credit for all sanctioned Education Center classes and a certificate of attendance for all classes. Space is limited and early registration is advised. Walk-ins will not be permitted. Attendees will also have the opportunity to attend the Safety Fest Expo on Tuesday, March 24, from 7:00 am-1:00 pm.
The Pacific Coast Safety Fest locations include:
OSHA Training Institute Education Center 
7600 Dublin Boulevard 
Dublin, California 94568 
Dublin Schedule and Registration
Regional Public Safety Training Center 
5190 Spectrum Boulevard 
Reno, Nevada 89512 
Reno Schedule and Registration
All those who are interested in enhancing workplace safety are encouraged to attend the 2020 Pacific Coast Safety Fest.
About the OSHA Training Institute Education Center
The OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District offers high quality Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) standards-based training for construction, maritime and general industries in Dublin, California, conveniently located in the San Francisco Bay Area, as well as locations throughout California, Nevada and Hawaii. Programs offered include OSHA safety standards, Outreach Trainer courses, Cal/OSHA standards and customized on-site safety training. For more information, including a complete course schedule, visit the OSHA Training Institute Education Center website, email otc@clpccd.org or call (866) 936-OSHA (6742).

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Our goal is to offer participants from the larger community an opportunity to learn more about workplace safety by providing low-cost OSHA standards-based safety training.




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 (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
A study conducted by Ella Paradis, leading online retailer of sexual health & wellness products, revealed 86.2% of people believe sex toys improve their sex life, and 83.1% of people intend to use sex toys this Valentine's Day. 1,160 of users participated in this study asking questions about why people are using toys and what type of toys they are using.
"When I started Ella Paradis, my goal was to improve the sex lives of those around me. I heard stories of women with certain health conditions making it extraordinarily difficult to reach orgasm. I've met men with performance issues due to diabetes. The trans community has told me sex toys make it possible to connect with their partner," remarked Tino Dietrich, CEO of Ella Paradis. "But to see the data proving sex toys have improved sex lives, I know my mission has only just begun."
Since so many respondents feel sex toys improved their sex lives, Ella Paradis took this one step deeper to better understand the why behind this feeling. With 86.2% of their respondents noting they use a vibrator, they asked the question, "Why do you use a vibrator?"
32.6% of respondents noted "There's no specific reason, just because," showing how most people have no specific reason, but the fact that they do significantly improves their sex life. 29% of respondents noted it allows them to experience a blended orgasm during sex, which is a combination of both a vaginal and a clitoral orgasm. 15.9% noted they have a better orgasm from a vibrator than from sex, 11.6% said they struggle to reach orgasm with their partner during sex, and 8.37% noted they use a vibrator because they don't have a partner. That means 56.5% of respondents use a vibrator to amplify their sexual experience in some way, shape or form.
With the majority using a vibrator during sex, the next question inquired the frequency of which respondents use a vibrator during sex. 72.5% noted sometimes, 17.4% every time, and only 10.1% noted never. This means, a whopping 89.9% of respondents use a vibrator during intercourse, whether sometimes or all the time. Given this information, Ella Paradis went even deeper to see what type of vibrators are being used during sex.
54.3% said a clitoral stimulator, which encompass multiple types of vibrators as it's anything stimulating the clitoris. This could be a wand, a bullet, a finger vibrator, or a suction/sonic wave vibrator engulfing the clitoris without touching it to prevent hyper-stimulation. 14.5% said other, 13% said a traditional/rabbit vibrator, 6.5% said wand, 5.8% said a bullet/finger vibrator and 5.1% said a dildo. This falls in line with current statistics stating around 70% of women require clitoral stimulation to reach orgasm.
As mentioned in the beginning of this article, 83.1% of respondents noted they intend to use sex toys this Valentine's Day while 16.9% said they did not intend to use toys this upcoming holiday. With this in mind, Ella Paradis further inquired as to what type of sex toy they will be using this Valentine's Day.
Falling in line with the popularity of vibrators and vibrator sex, the majority (39.8%) noted they will be using a vibrator, 36.1% said they will be using multiple sex toys, 6.8% said a cock ring, 4.5% said bondage toys, 4.5% said a dildo, 4.5% said other and only 3% noted they will be using anal toys.
Sex toys and specifically vibrators have become increasingly popular with the stigma of sex and sex toys being lifted in the recent years. The data from Ella Paradis' survey serves as proof society is open to the thought of sex toys and embracing their possible benefits. To learn more about these toys and to find something for yourself or your partner this Valentine's Day, head to the Ella Paradis website!
Company Information 
Founded in 2015, Ella Paradis is on a mission to bring everyone pleasure with premium products and quality service. They hope to empower adults by providing optimal solutions, resources and content to improve their quality of life through informed decisions on sexual health and wellness. They are working to provide an environment where everyone feels comfortable embracing their sexuality without feeling shamed or degraded. They are committed to making the experience of pleasure affordable and accessible for everyone, while simultaneously breaking stigmas surrounding sexuality.

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Sex toys and specifically vibrators have become increasingly popular with the stigma of sex and sex toys being lifted in the recent years. The data from Ella Paradis' survey serves as proof society is open to the thought of sex toys and embracing their possible benefits.



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The FREEBOUNDER is causing an exciting new time in the physical therapy space. Backed by clinical research at the University of Wisconsin, the FREEBOUNDER is shown to have less impact on joints compared to walking. It debuts this weekend, February 12-15, 2020 at the American Physical Therapy Conference at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado.

WINNETKA, ILL. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Backed by clinical research, performed at the University of Wisconsin, the FREEBOUNDER is shown to have less impact on joints compared to walking. Holding five patents, the FREEBOUNDER is now ready to help people through their physical therapy journey utilizing a variety of twelve low-impact exercises.
The FREEBOUNDER has started to be used by practitioners and patients alike. Julia Karlstad, a certified personal trainer in San Antonio, Texas, works with special populations and those with mobility challenges. She has been using the FREEBOUNDER with her clients and hears rave reviews. She says, "When they get on the FREEBOUNDER, it brings out their inner kid, reminding them of [summers] jumping on a trampoline." There aren't many complaints when the FREEBOUNDER is thrown into their workout routine. Additionally, she has been able to guide clients with Multiple Sclerosis through a cardiovascular workout on the machine that is fun and allows for muscle targeting that is usually limited by their mobility challenges.
Another positive story is from Joel Jäger, who contracted polio as a child and, as a result, has severe atrophy in his left leg causing it to become weak and need a brace. He states that he is, "the poster child for the FREEBOUNDER". Usually hitting fatigue and almost collapsing before the end of a two-mile walk, he now uses the FREEBOUNDER six days a week at thirty-minute intervals. He says that he has the ability to move his body in directions and ways that he usually can't.
The FREEBOUNDER will be debuting and available to try at this year's American Physical Therapy Association Conference held at the Colorado Convention Center, February 12-15, 2020.
FREEBOUNDER: Created by John G. Louis, sports medicine pioneer and serial entrepreneur. John started Louis Innovation with the pursuit of powerful solutions and to create life changing products. His guiding mission is to improve your life.
If you would like more information about the FREEBOUNDER, please email Kaitlyn Krizanic at Kaitlyn@FREEBOUNDER.com or visit FreeBounder.com.

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"The biggest attraction of the FREEBOUNDER is the fact that it has zero impact on a person's joints. Despite no impact, it can rapidly get the heart rate elevated and challenge muscles like no other piece of fitness equipment in the industry." —Julia Karlstad, M.Ed.,CSCS-NSCA,



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Nonprofit committed to decreasing the leading cause of preventable death in U.S. gets support for #SaveMoreLives Challenge from reality star who helped save founder's life

AVON, COLO. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Starting Hearts, a nonprofit committed to increasing awareness of Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA), announced today that Trista and Ryan Sutter have partnered with the Colorado-based organization to bring attention to their first-ever Save More Lives Challenge. Ryan Sutter was one of the firefighters who helped save the life of Starting Hearts' founder Lynn Blake when she suffered a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) and required defibrillation to be revived.
"I can't thank the Sutter family enough for supporting our Save More Lives Challenge," said Lynn Blake, founder of Starting Hearts. "Ryan was one of the first responders on scene when I experienced sudden cardiac arrest on February 14, 2007, and I am forever grateful for his team's swift care and lifesaving actions. Our relationship has truly come full circle and it is undeniably symbolic to have their endorsement given Ryan's role in my survival. The more people we can train on CPR and preventable measures, the more we can change the statistics and increase survival rates. Our team and community couldn't be more thrilled to partner with Ryan and Trista to propel our goal of saving 100,000 lives per year by 2040."
As pillars in the local Colorado community and the nation, Ryan and Trista plan to share their support through social media and their networks by creating videos of themselves and their family performing compressions on household items while also encouraging others to learn CPR and effective techniques to respond to a SCA emergency.
"As a first responder, my job is to keep people safe and save as many lives as possible, so we're honored to be a part of Lynn's journey," said Ryan Sutter, "Bachelorette" star, firefighter and Starting Hearts Ambassador. "Starting Hearts stands for such an incredible mission and is so meaningful to our community. We're excited to lend our voices and platform to help combat this silent, but deadly condition. In celebration of American Heart Month and this campaign, we challenge everyone out there to consider how they would respond if cardiac arrest occurred in their presence and share this movement with their family and friends."
Those looking to join the #SaveMoreLives Challenge can help by:
1. Watching the two-minute CALL. PUSH. SHOCK. training video at savemorelives.org 
2. Practicing CPR with household items (i.e. ball, pillow, plastic bottle, etc.), sharing photos/videos using hashtag #savemorelives, and challenging others to do the same 
3. Signing the Save More Lives Challenge petition to encourage the tracking of SCA in the U.S. 
4. Donating by texting CPR to 50155 or visiting savemorelives.org 
5. Being a Save More Lives Challenge Ambassador by asking family, friends, and networks to join the campaign
Funds raised from the Save More Lives Challenge will go towards implementing more CPR and defibrillation programs to address SCA locally and nationally. For more information on Starting Hearts, visit startinghearts.org. To get involved with the Save More Lives Challenge, visit savemorelives.org. To join the conversation on social media, follow @startinghearts on Instagram and Facebook.
ABOUT STARTING HEARTS 
Starting Hearts is a nonprofit committed to increasing awareness of Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). Aimed at saving 100,000 lives per year by 2040, Starting Hearts provides lifesaving programs such as free CPR/DEFIB education, widespread distribution of defibrillators, community involvement and more. Founded in 2010 by sudden cardiac arrest survivor Lynn Blake, Starting Hearts continues to expand its offerings and activities throughout Colorado and beyond. This year, Starting Hearts is partnering with Susan Ford Bales to launch the Save More Lives Challenge, an educational and fundraising campaign dedicated to engaging the public and lawmakers in powerful techniques that can make a transformative difference for SCA victims. For more information on Starting Hearts, visit startinghearts.org. To get involved with the Save More Lives Challenge, visit savemorelives.org.

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"As a first responder, my job is to keep people safe and save as many lives as possible, so we're honored to be a part of Lynn's journey," - Ryan Sutter, "Bachelorette" star, firefighter and Starting Hearts Ambassador.




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A global transition to a vegetarian diet would have significant impacts in the battle against global warming and other environmental concerns, according to meta-analysis research conducted at Loma Linda University Health.

LOMA LINDA, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
A global transition to a vegetarian diet would have significant impacts in the battle against global warming and other environmental concerns, according to research conducted at Loma Linda University Health.
Food production has been identified as a major contributor to increased greenhouse gas emissions, consumes 70% of fresh water, and is responsible for 80% of the world's deforestation. Improving agricultural technology and reducing food waste have been put forward as potential solutions to these environmental concerns. But Joan Sabaté, MD, DrPH, professor of nutrition and epidemiology at Loma Linda University School of Public Health, found that changes in food choices and diet patterns would have a far greater positive effect on environmental sustainability.
Vegetarian Diets: Planetary Health and Its Alignment with Human Health is a meta-analysis of 49 published research studies that focused on the impact that vegetarian and vegan diets have on greenhouse gas emissions, and water and land use. When the data from the 49 studies was combined, Sabaté found that shifting from current dietary norms to ovolactovegetarian and vegan diets would reduce greenhouse gas levels an average of 35%, reduce land usage for food production by an average of 42%, and agricultural water usage by an average of 28%.
"Many other studies have clearly demonstrated the health advantages of vegetarian and vegan diets," Sabaté said. "This analysis confirms that switching to these types of diets are also significantly eco-friendly as well."
Sabaté directs the environmental nutrition research program at Loma Linda University School of Public Health. This program explores the interrelationships between the environmental and health impacts of food choices, and ultimately seeks to improve the sustainability, health and equity of food systems.
One early sign that people are increasing in their commitment to make dietary changes due to concerns about climate took place in earlier this year. By choosing to serve all vegan meals to hundreds of celebrities and guests, two major entertainment industry award shows — the Golden Globe Awards and the Screen Actors Guild Awards — increased public awareness and conversation about the link between sustainable agriculture and climate change.
While Sabaté says the field of sustainable diet and environmental impacts is still in its infancy, he has participated in a number of research studies that show clear connection between diet and climate factors. In 2017, he was part of a group that published a well-known study on the climate benefits of replacing meat in diets with beans. Sabaté and other researchers working in Loma Linda University Health's environmental nutrition program have published more than 30 papers that examined the relationship between food choices, environmental sustainability and population health.
Sabaté says additional research is needed into how changes in agricultural approaches impact the environment in low- and middle-income countries. He also points to needed research comparing large-scale agricultural operations with small-operation family farms practices.
"In societies where daily meat consumption is the social norm, drastically reducing meat consumption is a major challenge," Sabaté says. "In low- and middle-income countries, eliminating meat could adversely affect those populations' already marginal nutritional status.
The paper was presented at the 7th International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition in 2018, the premiere scientific conference on plant-based diets, which occurs every five years. The proceedings from the conference were recently published in a special edition of the journal Advances in Nutrition.

Many other studies have clearly demonstrated the health advantages of vegetarian and vegan diets. This analysis confirms that switching to these types of diets are also significantly eco-friendly.




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Alonza Cruse will provide current regulatory perspectives on aseptic processing during his keynote presentation. He is also a featured panelist in the Interactive Regulatory Panel session.

BETHESDA, MD. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
The International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) announced Alonza Cruse, Director, Office of Pharmaceutical Quality Operations, FDA/ORA, as a newly confirmed keynote for the 2020 ISPE Aseptic Conference, taking place 2–3 March 2020 in North Bethesda, Maryland.
His office is responsible for all pharmaceutical quality inspections and investigations, working in conjunction with the FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation & Research and the Center for Veterinary Medicine. Additionally, he is leading ORA's pharmaceutical collaboration efforts under the Program Alignment initiative.
Alonza Cruse will provide current regulatory perspectives on aseptic processing during his keynote presentation. He is also a featured panelist in the Interactive Regulatory Panel session, where he will answer the most pressing quality and regulatory questions directly with six FDA colleagues, including: 

Brooke Higgins, Senior Policy Advisor, Office of Manufacturing Quality, Division of Drug Quality, FDA/CDER/OC/OMQ

Christine Harman, PhD, Chemist, Review Branch 1, FDA

Jie He, Facility Inspection and CMC Review Branch 2, US FDA

Richard Friedman, Deputy Director, Science and Regulatory Policy, FDA/CDER

Robert Sausville, Director, Div. Case Management, FDA/CBER/OMPT/OCBQ

Zhihao Qiu, PhD, Director (Acting), Office of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Assessment, FDA/CDER/OPQ/OPF

Now in its 29th year, the 2020 ISPE Aseptic Conference has established itself as the pharmaceutical industry's leading source on advancing aseptic and barrier operations and providing invaluable opportunities for peer-to-peer learning through interactions with industry and regulatory leaders.
To explore the agenda and to register, please visit ISPE.org/Aseptic20.
About ISPE 
The International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) is the world's largest not-for-profit association serving its members through leading scientific, technical, and regulatory advancement across the entire pharmaceutical lifecycle. The 18,500 members of ISPE are building solutions in the development and manufacture of safe, effective pharmaceutical and biologic medicines, and medical delivery devices in more than 90 countries around the world. Founded in 1980, ISPE has its worldwide headquarters and training center in North Bethesda, Maryland USA, and its operations center in Tampa, Florida USA. Visit ISPE.org for more information.
For more information, contact: 
Amy Henry 
Marketing Communications Manager 
International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) 
Tel: +1-813-960-2105 
Email: ahenry@ispe.org 
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The turbulent landscape has fingers pointed in all directions; however, one Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM), MC-RX remains diligent is controlling costs and delivering a fresh perspective in otherwise murky waters.

GAINESVILLE, GA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Skyrocketing prescription drug prices are enough to make you sick. Just when you thought Big Pharma prices could not get any higher, 471 medications increased an average of 5.1% in the first few days of 2020.
Politicians, lawmakers, and advocates have all stated, "Enough is enough" and vow to prompt legislature to lower drug prices "now." S. 2543, the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act of 2019 (PDPRA), is a bill that proposes reductions in Medicare reinsurance payments from 80% to 20% over a three-year period. This does, however, increase insurers' shares of cost responsibility from 15% to 60%. So, what are the actual savings?
This increase in insurer responsibility has forced more Prescription Benefit Managers to take a closer look. "Consumers are fed up with high prescription drug prices," says LaMar Williams, MC-Rx Executive Vice President. "They should choose a privately held healthcare technology company as an authority on the continuing debate over drug pricing, not another Big Pharma multinational corporation. With a combined 50 years of experience, MC-Rx provides the best, lowest cost PBM system and services available with demonstrated savings of up to 37% in its first year among its network of over 70,000 pharmacies."
"Furthermore," he continues, "Unlike most other PBMs, MC-Rx is one of a very small number of PBM's that owns and operates its own system. This enables great flexibility in benefit plan design and system coding to create a reduced-cost model, which translates to lower prescription drug prices. Above all, we offer independence, transparency, openness, and accountability so plan sponsors may provide better health, every day."
Big Pharma vs. One PBM
Political outrage is running high against Big Pharma drug prices and their "broken promise" to lower or offer generics at a discount.(1) Both major political parties have promised to lower drug prices, only to rise yet again this past January.(2) Even if out-of-pocket costs for Medicare Part D beneficiaries become law in 2020 though S. 2543 (PDPRA), there is still a high annual out-of-pocket spending cap of $3,100 starting in 2022.(3)
A recent study confirmed that "...PBMs are able to obtain lower prices because of their specialized knowledge, negotiation ability, and volume of covered lives, giving them substantial leverage over pharmacies and pharmaceutical companies..." but the ongoing finger-pointing continues to result in an apparent inertia to move any initiatives forward.(4) How long will it take to accomplish any of these goals in today's volatile healthcare environment?
The Solution is a PBM Independent of Outside Influence
"MC-Rx provides faster, more cost-effective services and solutions customized to its clients' needs," adds Williams. "As an independent and transparent PBM with over 70,000 pharmacies in its network, clients' drug spending has been kept below the national growth rates for the past ten years in a row. That speaks volumes about our low drug pricing and how we hold Big Pharma accountable."
One client said it best: "We decided that we needed to make dramatic changes in our pharmacy benefits, and our PBM really wasn't helping us. When we implemented, we used all of MC-Rx's savings tools, and without much disruption at all to our Union members, we saved 37% on our total drug spend and our members saved about 24% on their copays in the first year." ~Trust Fund Administrator
"The bottom line is that MC-Rx is focused on being the best Pharmacy Benefit Manager in the business. We have the most flexible, technologically superior, integrated systems for prescription benefit administration. With our state-of-the-art online solutions, growing network of pharmacies, mail order pharmacy, and ProCare HospiceCare, our customers are able to measure and manage their businesses in real-time, all the time, anywhere."
About MC-Rx
MC-Rx is a full-service Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM), with corporate offices in Gainesville, Georgia and Caguas, Puerto Rico, focusing on transparency, best-in-class service, and offering clients "lowest net cost" pricing. MC-Rx was formed by combining two URAC-certified, world class PBMs - ProCare Pharmacy Benefit Manager and mc-21. The ProCare companies were founded in 1988 with the vision of providing innovative computer software systems and services to various sectors of the healthcare industry. ProCare processed their first pharmacy claim in 1994 using their proprietary, internally developed and managed systems, and expanded in 1998 to full-service pharmacy benefit management through the acquisition of NextGen PBM. Today, the ProCare companies also include two affiliated mail-order and specialty pharmacies, ProCare PharmacyCare, and are one of only four PBM providers that own all of their component systems. MC-Rx now provides comprehensive, industry-leading service to clients in Puerto Rico and the U.S.
1. Brannon, Ike (Jack Kemp Foundation) and Tony LoSasso (DePaul University). INSIGHT: Constraining Pharmacy Benefit Managers Will Not Reduce Drug Prices (January 6 2020). Bloomberg Law – Big Law Business. biglawbusiness.com/insight-constraining-pharmacy-benefit-managers-will-not-reduce-drug-prices. 
2. Rowland, Christopher, "Under fire over high prices, Eli Lilly promised cheaper insulin in 2019. The result has some senators steamed", Washington Post, December 29, 2019, washingtonpost.com/business/economy/under-fire-over-high-prices-eli-lilly-promised-cheaper-insulin-in-2019-the-result-has-some-senators-steamed/2019/12/26/6c440b44-204e-11ea-86f3-3b5019d451db_story.html. 
3. Luhby, Tami, "Democrats and Republicans promised to lower drug prices. Instead they've gone up again," CNN, January 5, 2020, cnn.com/2020/01/05/politics/2020-drug-price-increases/index.html. 
4. Cohen, Joshua, "Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act may become law in 2020", Forbes, December 15, 2019, forbes.com/sites/joshuacohen/2019/12/15/prescription-drug-pricing-reduction-act-may-become-law-in-2020/#7e10e08d5537.

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Breakthrough Coloring Activity App Ranks With Top Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality Technology Leaders and Innovators

MONROVIA, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
The 12th Annual Media Excellence Awards has nominated Stayhealthy's Color Quest AR coloring app as a finalist in the AR/VR category. Stayhealthy was also cited as among Best Technology Innovators and Leaders to Watch in 2020.
Color Quest AR, which uses patented augmented reality technology to enhance educational experiences for children about their health, is growing in popularity with over one and a half million downloads and is approaching 60 million total channel views on YouTube.
"We're proud to be nominated and to share in the prestigious and influential AR/VR category with companies like Ford and Snapchat," said Ziggy Kormandel, President of Stayhealthy. It's been really gratifying that the app has received 5 star reviews from the Educational App Store, been the number one trending education app in Google Play and the number one iPad app for education in over 24 countries. Those rankings are really meaningful, but as a company, we have always looked up to previous years' MEA nominees and winners for inspiration because the Media Excellence Awards sets the bar for what's best in mobile technology."
"Stayhealthy is the first company to combine healthcare and augmented reality to deliver personalized health benefits across a variety of platforms for both children and adults. That's why this kind of industry recognition is so important to us," stated John Collins, Stayhealthy's CEO. "It's so rewarding to see that our peers as well as our users are responding to what we are doing with Color Quest AR in addressing the global epidemic of childhood obesity. We believe that education is entertainment and the use of augmented reality in Color Quest AR is proving to be a game changer, especially in getting parents and their children to take control of their own health. We are very honored to be nominated by this acclaimed award show and excited to be in such great company as the other nominees."
For more information about the Media Excellence Awards, please visit: mediaxawards.com
For more information about Color Quest AR: colorquestapp.com
About Stayhealthy, Inc. 
Founded in 1995, Stayhealthy Inc. is a healthcare technology company that has brought together the most advanced tools to measure, track, and change the health and wellness status of millions of users. Over the decades, Stayhealthy has learned what doesn't work in healthcare, and as a result, has identified engagement, education and retention as its core strategic initiatives. Stayhealthy is now launching a mobile platform with apps based on highly accurate, clinically valid screening tools delivered with patented augmented reality technology.
Led by Chairman and former Secretary of Health and Human Services, Governor Tommy Thompson, Stayhealthy's mission has been focused on successfully addressing the growing epidemic of diseases that are linked directly to excess body fat such as many cancers, Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.



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Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants will host a Five-Day Foundational Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) workshop with an Adolescent-Family Emphasis from August 31 through September 4, 2020 at the Schwartzberg Training Center at CBC, located at 1 North Broadway in White Plains, New York, thirty minutes north of Manhattan. This workshop is for clinicians and members of existing consultation teams in agencies and schools. Thirty five Continuing Education Credit Hours will be offered for this training to NY Social Workers and all Psychologists.

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
DBT Foundational Workshop Scheduled for Clinicians: 
The Five-Day Training provides participants with 35 CE Credit Hours
Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants will host a Five-Day Foundational Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) workshop with an Adolescent-Family Emphasis from August 31 through September 4, 2020 at the Schwartzberg Training Center at CBC, located at 1 North Broadway in White Plains, New York, thirty minutes north of Manhattan. This workshop is for clinicians and members of existing consultation teams in agencies and schools. Thirty five Continuing Education Credit Hours will be offered for this training to NY Social Workers and all Psychologists.
CBC has become the first—and only, to date—Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Program in New York State. The DBT- Linehan Board of Certification was formed to develop a comprehensive way to certify individual therapists in their competency to deliver DBT effectively and to certify programs that demonstrate their ability to deliver DBT programmatically with fidelity to the model as it has been researched.
Dr. Alec Miller co-developed DBT for multi-problem and self-harming adolescents which has been established as an evidence-based treatment for this population. Dr. Miller and his CBC colleagues will teach the theories, structure, and practice of the DBT model, including strategies for individual sessions, skills training groups, inter-session coaching, and the effective management of a consultation team. The instructors will utilize various teaching formats including didactics, videos, role-play demonstrations and participant exercises. Research has shown DBT with adolescents to be effective in reducing self-harm behaviors, depression, hopelessness, dropout from treatment, psychiatric hospitalization, substance use and interpersonal difficulties.
The training will cover a range of strategies, and participants will: 

Understand the biosocial theory of borderline personality disorder and emotion dysregulation as well as how to assess multi-problem youth

Practice orientation and commitment strategies effective for teenagers and families

Learn the treatment structure and targets for multi-problem, high-risk adolescents

Learn the various change and acceptance strategies used in individual DBT

Become familiar with the adolescent-family dialectical dilemmas, dialectical thinking and acting and how to teach it to teens and parents

Understand how to create and maintain adolescent skills training groups with and without caregivers

Learn the DBT skills taught in Rathus & Miller's DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents

CBC Co-Founder and DBT-Foundational Course Director Dr. Alec L. Miller is a clinical psychologist, teacher, researcher, author, and disseminator of evidence-based treatments to clinical and school settings worldwide. He has conducted federally funded clinical research and published extensively in DBT, including the three leading textbooks titled: Dialectical Behavior Therapy with Suicidal Adolescents; DBT Skills Manual for Adolescents; and DBT Skills in Schools (DBT STEPS-A). He was also a lead trainer and co-investigator of the first randomized controlled trial of DBT with suicidal adolescents that was published in 2014. He has been internationally recognized and received awards for his teaching of clinicians about how to conduct DBT with adolescents and families.
The DBT Foundational will be taught by Dr. Miller and a highly skilled team of CBC instructors who bring the same commitment to science-based training and practice. The CBC team of professionals has a specialized expertise in DBT and stay up to date with the latest cutting-edge advances. CBC instructors provide training and consultation to professionals, consumers, schools, and agencies and treat clients with a range of psychological problems to help them reach their life goals.
Workshop registration and payment postmarked before July 27, 2020 is $1,400 or $1,200 for students. Group rates available upon request.
Mental health professionals and students interested in building and deepening their understanding of CBT principles in practice are invited to attend. Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants (CBC) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CBC maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants, SW CPE, is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board of Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0219.
For more information or to register for the workshop, http://cbc-psychology.com/events/five-day-cbt-foundational-1 Questions can be directed to 914-385-1150 or via email at training@cbc-psychology.com
About Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants, LLP 
CBC is a clinical and training center comprised of internationally recognized mental health professionals have researched, pioneered, and are highly experienced in training and providing consultation to mental health professionals, as well as delivering cutting edge evidence-based treatments that help adults, adolescents, and children live more fulfilled lives. Founded in 2004 by Drs. Lata K. McGinn and Alec L. Miller, leaders in the fields of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the CBC team provides a large array of Clinical and Wellness services to the public, provides Custom Designed Programs for schools, agencies, and businesses, and Continuing Education for Professionals in the field of psychology.

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Nouri's 3 new products, Digestive Health, Women's Health, and Weight Health offering digestive and immune support with foundational probiotic strains are now available at Whole Foods nationwide

ATLANTA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Inspired by her own battle with immunodeficiency, CEO and Founder of Nouri, Caroline Beckman, has made it her mission to deliver gut health solutions that empower individuals to take a proactive approach to their health. Today, Nouri announced that Whole Foods Market shares and supports this mission, as the newest Nouri Probiotics are now available nationwide at Whole Foods locations.
Today, over one billion people worldwide are suffering from gut-related diseases. This problem costs America more than $136 billion dollars a year to treat, more than heart disease, trauma, or mental illness. According to a national survey, 74% of the population is living with gut ailments and only half ever report them to their doctors.
Tackling such a large-scale issue and entering an already crowded category is inspiring for Beckman, a 26-year-old former Vice President at Suja Juice. "Nouri is dedicated to two core elements that set us apart and ensure we deliver results to our consumers: science-backed solutions and transparent labeling," said Beckman. Consumers believe they can manage their health by taking vitamins and supplements, but probiotics can be most effective for addressing gut health and Nouri exists to fill that space within the rapidly growing gut health market.
Beckman adds, "Like Whole Foods, it is the mission of Nouri to offer high-quality products with superior standards which guide all aspects of our business. We seek to educate individuals and encourage them to join the Nouri mission and take a proactive approach to their personal gut health."
The first of Nouri's product family at Whole Foods includes: Digestive Health, Women's Health, and Weight Health. Nouri's first consumer product line delivers science-supported proprietary probiotic blends encapsulated within plant-based omegas 3,6, and 9 (Ahiflower oil). All capsules have a hint of orange taste.
All three Nouri products offer digestive and immune support with foundational probiotic strains. Additionally, each product has its own special focus and intended benefit. Digestive Health contains additional probiotic strains to further support digestion. Women's Health, with its pink-hued capsules, features whole cranberry powder to support urinary tract health and probiotic strains to support vaginal health. Weight Health features a probiotic "superstrain," Lactobacillus gasseri BNR-17, that supports healthy weight management.
Nouri probiotics are now available at all Whole Foods locations nationwide and online at https://dailynouri.com
About Nouri 
Caroline Beckman launched Nouri to deliver gut health solutions that empower individuals to take a proactive approach to their health. With a dedication to science and transparency, Nouri continues to develop solutions that advance consumer health, starting within the gut and radiating outwards. Nouri is the first in the world to deliver a two-in-one capsule containing probiotics and plant-based omega oil. To read more about the company and products please email hello@dailynouri.com and visit https://dailynouri.com/ 

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"We seek to educate individuals and encourage them to join the Nouri mission and take a proactive approach to their personal gut health." Caroline Beckman, CEO / Founder, Nouri.



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Terry Moore, a renowned business leader and popular TED speaker (How to Tie Your Shoes), has announced the launch of Homeolux and the company's Beacon40 product line. Singularly focused on bringing hope and help to families battling cognitive decline, HomeoLux is a health and technology company that designs wellness products based on cutting-edge scientific research. With the CDC calling for action to support the 16 million+ people affected by cognitive impairment in the U.S. alone, Moore and his team launched HomeoLux to offer accessible wellness solutions to the public.
When his wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2016, Founder and CEO Terry Moore paused his retirement and dedicated his focus to searching for a scientific solution to provide hope and help for his family.The launch of Homeolux is driven by Terry Moore's passion and drive to help his wife, and other families facing cognitive decline.
On the launch, Terry Moore stated, "Cognitive decline is both a global health crisis and a personal challenge for my family. When my wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, I was disheartened to learn that no cure was available. Then I discovered that hope could be found in light therapy. I thought, 'It's like a massage for your brain.' I turned my focus to developing a product that would bring help to my family and others."
The Beacon40 is a light system that fits seamlessly into regular routines to support brain health. Scientific research shows, when a disturbance in the brain's gamma rhythm occurs, cognitive function decreases. Beacon40 utilizes precise engineering to deliver lights pulsing at 40Hz, mirroring the brain's healthy gamma rhythm, which has been found to improve mental acuity, memory and attention.
"Terry Moore is one of the most inspired thinkers I know, and I am amazed at the offering he has built with HomeoLux," says David J. Brenner, Ph.D., D.Sc., Higgins Professor of Radiation Biophysics Director, Center for Radiological Research, Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Brenner continued, "With his experience both personal and professional, it's no surprise he's created a brilliant product in such a needed space."
The Beacon40 offers a safe, noninvasive method of stimulating the brain's activity and rejuvenating healthy gamma rhythms, while users go about their daily routines. In fact, the Beacon40 can be used while working, reading and watching television.
Both the Beacon40 Personal and the Beacon40 Surround provide wellness routines to improve brain function and cognitive health. The Beacon40 Personal is recommended for smaller personal spaces and can be purchased for $399. The Beacon40 Surround accommodates larger rooms and is available for $659.
Each system includes a wireless remote control to change the settings for personal preferences. With the sleek design, both products blend seamlessly into any décor.
ABOUT HOMEOLUX 
HomeoLux is a health and technology company that designs wellness products based on cutting-edge scientific research. Founder and CEO Terry Moore, who is a respected management consultant a popular TED speaker, stepped out of retirement to launch the company when his wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. HomeoLux delivers wellness technology that is safe and accessible, bringing hope and help to families battling cognitive decline.
ABOUT THE BEACON40 PRODUCT LINE 
Families battling cognitive decline need help now. There just isn't time to wait. Beacon40 brings the latest advances in scientific research into your home or office today. Beacon40 lights are safe, quiet and noninvasive. They're designed to fade into the background while users go about their daily routines. Use them while watching television, cooking, reading or entertaining. With wireless remote control and elegant design, the Beacon40 light system is easy to set up and operate. It's also portable so you can take it with you on vacation or other travel plans.
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The death toll from the Coronavirus 2019-CoV outbreak has now risen to over 1000. Health authorities said there are now more than 42,000 confirmed cases worldwide. The rate of transmission from human to human is influenced by indoor conditions.

OTTAWA, ONTARIO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Seven dramatic weeks have passed since the Chinese health authorities informed the World Health Organization that there have been mounting cases of pneumonia, the pathogen of which is unknown, in the huge city of Wuhan. Within a short period of time, there has been a rapid increase in the number of officially confirmed cases of illness and death. The pathogen, now identified as Coronavirus 2019-CoV, has been further spread by air passengers, leading to respiratory disease being spread worldwide. On January 30, 2020, World Health Organization declared a public health emergency of international concern.
Coronavirus is closely related to the SARS virus. Laboratories throughout the world have been able to use this information to develop tests to detect the virus. The virus is said to have been transmitted to humans at an open-air meat market in Wuhan, where live wild animals are also sold, and it is now spreading from one human to another. In some of the people who are affected, it causes flu-like symptoms like coughing and difficulty breathing. Lung x-rays confirm severe pneumonia that can lead to death.
"The survival times of SARS coronaviruses on inanimate surfaces and as infectious droplets in the air have been studied. An identical pattern has appeared repeatedly. Very low temperatures (tested at 6°C) and very low humidity (30%) enable viruses to survive for long periods on surfaces and in the air. Even at moderate temperatures of 20-30°C, there was a long survival time, but only when the air was dry. Very high temperatures (>30°C) render the coronaviruses inactive. This is why there have been repeated MERS epidemics on the Arabian Peninsula solely during the cooler winter months. It is assumed that the current Coronavirus will also exhibit a similar behaviour in relation to humidity and temperature. The rate of transmission from human to human is influenced by indoor conditions," explains Dr. Walter Hugentobler, FMH General Physician, and Dr. Stephanie Taylor, Harvard Medical School, Medical Advisors for Condair Group.
This means that conditions in homes and on public transport where air is typically heated to 20 to 24 degrees for comfort, have resulting low relative humidity from approximately 20 % to 40 %. These are the ideal environmental conditions for SARS coronaviruses to survive on surfaces and in the air over a long period of time, and consequently for increased transmission via contact with contaminated surfaces and inhalation from the air.
"Air humidification acts in a proactive way to combat the spread of viruses by infected people, including so-called super spreaders, even before any symptoms appear or a diagnosis can be made. Additionally, the respiratory tract's defences are improved in all people due to the more efficient cleaning of the airways and enhanced immune defences. Raising air humidity by humidification reduces the risk of virus spread in hospitals and other buildings at low-cost and without causing negative effects," said Hugentobler.
Approximately 58% of SARS cases were acquired from hospital exposure, so humidification of healthcare facilities would be an especially effective intervention to reduce pneumonia and death rates from this new coronavirus strain.
Air humidification can be readily implemented in both private and public buildings, giving people a simple way to actively combat this fearsome virus for which there are currently no vaccines or effective preventive drug treatments. In addition to reducing the overall spread of the outbreak, this intervention also enables each of us to pro-actively take steps to protect the health of ourselves and our loved ones.
"It is not possible for humans to control the outdoor climatic conditions which have allowed this coronavirus to cross species boundaries. However, we are able to manage the indoor environment to support our health and reduce viral disease by regulating critical indoor air factors such as temperature, humidity, air exchange rate and fresh air content. When we maintain indoor temperatures at 20 to 24°C for comfort, it is essential that we decrease our risk of infection by maintaining healthy levels of air humidity and ventilation," said Hugentobler and Taylor.
Coronavirus Survival on Surfaces 
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2863430/
Yale Influenza Study 
https://www.condair.com/yalestudy
About Condair Group 
Condair is the leading manufacturer and provider of complete solutions in the areas of humidification and evaporative cooling. This enables us to create the ideal indoor climate while keeping energy consumption low and reducing impact on the environment. With approximately 740 employees, Condair operates production sites in Europe, North America and China and are represented in 22 countries and supported by distribution partners in more than 50 locations worldwide. To learn more visit https://www.condair.com

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Justin Bieber made dreams come true this week. Julie Coker, a senior at Stockton University in Galloway, New Jersey was awarded a $100,000 life-changing gift live on MTV. Julie, who serves as president of her Active Minds chapter on campus, was honored with this gift for her tireless commitment to changing the culture around mental health for herself, her peers, and her community.
"Julie is an amazing representation of the powerful young adults who are the driving force behind Active Minds, and who are leading the way in changing the national conversation 
around mental health. It's truly one of the biggest issues faced by young adults today. I'm thrilled Justin Bieber gave Julie this awesome surprise in honor of her important work," said 
Alison Malmon, Founder and Executive Director of Active Minds. "Julie has been an outstanding advocate for mental health awareness on her campus, has helped nearly 4,000 young adults be screened for suicide, depression, or disordered eating behaviors, and has been a great Active Minds leader - serving as president of her campus chapter, as well as on the Active Minds Student Advisory Committee. Active Minds could not exist without our amazing student leaders and I'm thrilled that Justin Bieber recognized one of them today."
Throughout her time at Stockton University, Julie has been a relentless activist for mental health awareness on her campus and shows up every day to help move Active Minds programs forward in order to change the conversation on mental health, create communities of support, and save lives.
The surprise gift from Justin Bieber will help launch an impactful career, as Julie's advocacy is not expected to end after college. Julie plans to pursue her master's degree in social work, eventually taking on the role of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
"I was blown away by this surprise. You don't go into social work for the money, but for the deep desire to help people. So this life-changing gift will help me start my career on the strongest financial footing possible and will enable me to help even more people," said Julie Coker. "Taking control of my mental health saved my life. When it came to choosing a major and career, it was just obvious that I would choose a career that focuses on helping others take control of theirs. I'm so grateful to Justin Bieber for helping me forward on that path."
"Through her work, students across her campus and community have gained confidence in seeking critical treatment and support," said Malmon. "She is truly an asset to the field and I'm excited that this gift will allow her to continue helping others to take care of their mental health for years to come."
About Active Minds: Active Minds is the nation's premier nonprofit organization supporting mental health awareness and education for young adults. Active Minds has a presence on over 800 college, university, and high school campuses nationwide, and is powered by a robust Chapter Network, the nationally acclaimed Send Silence Packing exhibit, and inspiring Active Minds Speakers. The organization is dedicated to changing the conversation about mental health, and creating supportive communities that will save lives. To learn more, visit http://www.activeminds.org.


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Valbridge Property Advisors, the largest independent commercial property valuation and advisory services firm in the United States is pleased to announce the addition of Tina Stricklen to their Valbridge | North Carolina office in the Triad Region, covering the towns of Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem, and Asheboro.
Stricklen is a seasoned real estate appraiser with more than twelve years of experience in commercial real estate appraising. Stricklen attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro where she earned her bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies. Prior to joining Valbridge in 2016, Striklen served as an analyst at CBRE on projects ranging from research facilities to multi-family housing and more. Additionally, Stricklen has a breadth of experience in verified land sales, report and research writing and residential appraising.
Stricklen is well equipped to lead the Triad Region team providing commercial appraisal services, financial analyses and highest and best use studies to commercial real estate owners, developers and financial clients.
"We look forward to having Tina Stricklen as the Director of our Piedmont Triad office and furthering our reach in the great state of North Carolina," said John Bosworth, MAI, SRA, Senior Managing Director of Valbridge Property Advisors | Charlotte Metropolitan Area office.
About Valbridge Property Advisors 
Valbridge Property Advisors is the largest commercial property valuation and advisory services firm in the U.S., with 200 MAI-designated appraisers, more than 75 office locations and more than 675 staff across the nation. Valbridge provides independent appraisal services consistent with the highest industry standards of practice. Each Valbridge office is led by an appraiser who holds the MAI designation of the Appraisal Institute. For more information about Valbridge Property Advisors, please visit https://www.valbridge.com.




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California company announces an innovative and groundbreaking line of precisely formulated CBD products, all of which are backed by an industry-leading Label Accuracy Guarantee.

LA JOLLA, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
A new disrupter has entered the CBD market, offering its unique line of premium CBD products to improve health, vitality and longevity. Zebra CBD leads with cutting-edge research, having first spent several years developing its formulations in order to reach this momentous day—their product release of high-quality CBD oils, tinctures, chewable tablets and topicals.
"Our primary concern was providing a CBD product made from natural, organically-grown US hemp that could be trusted," says Chris Jacob, CEO of Zebra CBD.
Although the promise of premium hemp ingredients is echoed by many businesses operating in the crowded CBD market, few actually follow through. In 2017, a JAMA study tested 84 different CBD products from 31 different CBD brands and discovered that more than 70% of the tested CBD products failed to meet their label claims. To Mr. Jacob and his team of biomedical engineers and food scientists at Zebra CBD, this was unacceptable.
"We knew that this trust had to be earned by our customers and that this would require a paradigm shift away from the industry status quo," continues Mr. Jacob.
To that end, all Zebra CBD product batches are tested twice using two distinct, certified third-party labs to ensure products meet label claims, including the CBD content. Furthermore, the Certificate of Analysis reports are published on the company's website—ZebraCBD.com—for customers to confirm. Today, they are the only CBD company on the market with a Label Accuracy Guarantee. In addition, they have appointed Emily Gray M.D. as Zebra CBD's medical advisor.
The Zebra CBD launch includes 13 innovative CBD products designed for different customer needs, including condition-specific formulas for Sleep, Health & Vitality, Mood, Energy, Joints & Muscles, and more. Their hemp is grown organically on farms in Oregon, Colorado and Kentucky, and every product comes backed by their market-leading Label Accuracy Guarantee.
About Zebra CBD 
Our mission is to become the trusted CBD expert with simple CBD solutions for total well-being. Zebra CBD is a division of Biomedical Research Laboratories (BRL)—a California-based company with more than a decade of experience developing and marketing consumer goods products for improving health, vitality and longevity. BRL is a five-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest growing private companies. The company is located in La Jolla, CA.



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In China the Coronavirus has drastically shifted business from local brick-and-mortar retailers to online merchants.

PORTLAND, ORE. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
The Coronavirus has damaged brick-and-mortar retail operations in China while simultaneously increasing sales for online merchants.
With over 40,000 infected cases reported, in order to curb the virus' spread, the Chinese government has locked down cities, issued travel restrictions, and advised its people to avoid busy areas. Brick-and-mortar businesses are heeding the warnings and adjusting to the conditions.
Major retailers such as Nike and Adidas have both announced mass closures and reduced hours of many of their Chinese stores. Nike has further stated, "In the short term, we expect the situation to have a material impact on our operations in Greater China."
Individuals are exercising precaution by restricting their travel and daily outings. As a direct consequence, online shopping has spiked.
Daniel Dai founder of RebatesMe, a US cashback site popular with many Chinese online shoppers, goes on to explain, "We've seen online sales from China more than double recently for US brands. This is highly unusual. The Lunar New Year is a time where online shopping decreases due to people traveling and spending time with their extended family. But because of the virus, a lot of people are spending the holiday at home and online."
The disruption of normal celebrations coupled with precautionary health practices have seen people turning to online resources to fill their needs. Along with increases in overall online shopping, RebatesMe also observed increases in specific areas such as streaming services and online educational services.
However, the long-term ramifications on ecommerce are unknown. As governments, businesses, and health organizations fight to determine the spread and scope of the virus, its overall economic impact on both brick-and-mortar and online retailers worldwide remains unknown.
About: RebatesMe.com 
Since 2013, RebatesMe has been offering people around the world cashback, deals, and discounts when they shop online. With offices in the US and China, RebatesMe is a leading cashback site for US and Chinese consumers. RebatesMe partners with over 3,000 stores across the globe in order to connect people with great deals. For more information visit http://www.rebatesme.com




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Diamond Award winners have won the Best of Staffing Award for at least 5 years in a row, consistently earning industry-leading satisfaction scores from their candidates.

WINDHAM, N.H. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Medicus Healthcare Solutions, a leading staffing agency, announced today that they have won Best of Staffing Talent Diamond Award for providing superior service to their candidates for at least five (5) consecutive years. Presented in partnership with presenting sponsor, CareerBuilder, and gold sponsors Indeed and Glassdoor, ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing Award winners have proven to be industry leaders in service quality based entirely on ratings provided by their candidates. On average, job seekers who work with winning agencies are 1.7 times more likely to be completely satisfied with the services provided compared to those placed by non-winning agencies. Winners who earned the Diamond Award distinction have won the Best of Staffing Award for at least 5 years in a row, consistently earning industry-leading satisfaction scores from their candidates.
Focused on helping connect providers with facilities, Medicus Healthcare Solutions received satisfaction scores of either 9 or 10 out of 10 from 74% of their physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and CRNAs - significantly higher than the industry's average of 45%.    
"Medicus Healthcare Solutions works hard to make service a priority and we are proud to be recognized for our efforts. We keep growing, we keep getting better, and we continue to focus on innovation," said Robert Dickey, Chief Operating Officer. "It is an exciting journey that our entire organization is taking together. Our dedication to the foundation of our business is the key to Medicus' success. The Best of Staffing Award is a testament to our commitment, devotion, and agility in the marketplace."
"Now more than ever, it is important for staffing firms to deliver consistently remarkable experiences to the clients and talent they work with," said ClearlyRated's CEO Eric Gregg. "This year's Best of Staffing winners have shown their commitment to exceptional service, committing to not only measuring satisfaction, but taking action on the feedback. I couldn't be more proud to showcase these industry leaders alongside feedback from their actual clients and candidates on ClearlyRated.com and applaud them for their commitment to making improvements at their respective firms!"
About Medicus Healthcare Solutions 
Medicus Healthcare Solutions has been providing exceptional physicians and advanced practice providers at medical groups, practices, health systems, hospitals, and other facilities throughout the United States since 2004. Over the past 16 years, the company has expanded its services to include transition projects, medicusOne – a VMS/MSP hybrid offering, resource management services, and consulting services for building and optimizing medical service lines and revenue cycle processes. Through its exclusive mSolve method, the company has built a reputation for its unique personalized approach with clients. With nearly 300 employees—at company headquarters in Windham, New Hampshire, and an office in Denver, Colorado —Medicus Healthcare Solutions is one of the fastest-growing, award-winning companies in the healthcare staffing industry. http://www.medicushcs.com
About ClearlyRated 
Rooted in satisfaction research for professional service firms, ClearlyRated utilizes a Net Promoter Score survey program to help professional service firms measure their service experience, build online reputation, and differentiate on service quality. Learn more at https://www.clearlyrated.com/solutions/.
About Best of Staffing 
ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing Award is the only award in the U.S. and Canada that recognizes staffing agencies that have proven superior service quality based entirely on ratings provided by their clients and job candidates. Award winners are showcased by city and area of expertise on ClearlyRated.com – an online business directory that helps buyers of professional services find service leaders and vet prospective firms – based exclusively on validated client and talent ratings and testimonials.

"Medicus Healthcare Solutions works hard to make service a priority and we are proud to be recognized for our efforts. We keep growing, we keep getting better, and we continue to focus on innovation," said Robert Dickey, Chief Operating Officer. "It is an exciting journey that our entire organizatio.




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Online guide highlights senior living communities with quality programs and top features

PEORIA, ARIZ. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Peoria, Arizona. The guide identifies 24 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.
According to the Alzheimer's Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's dementia. In Peoria, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer's increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.
"There's a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Peoria, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer's related deaths," says Joyce Collins. "MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities."
Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Peoria, AZ please visit https://www.memorycare.com/peoria-az-facilities/
2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Peoria, AZ (in alphabetical order)
Amethyst Arbor 
Phone: (928) 482-2358 
Address: 9257 W. Union Hills Dr., Peoria, AZ 85382
Arizona Elderly Care 
Phone: (602) 466-1384 
Address: 7848 N. 4th Pl., Phoenix, AZ 85020
Avista Senior Living North Mountain 
Phone: (602) 892-8788 
Address: 350 East Eva St., Phoenix, AZ 85020
Beatitudes Campus 
Phone: (602) 536-4732 
Address: 1610 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85021
Brookdale Peoria Union Hills 
Phone: (623) 201-8762 
Address: 9296 West Union Hills Dr., Peoria, AZ 85382
Deer Valley Senior Living 
Phone: (623) 237-9750 
Address: 20221 N. 29th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85027
Glencroft Senior Living 
Phone: (623) 939-9475 
Address: 8611 N. 67th Ave., Glendale, AZ 85302
Hacienda Del Rey 
Phone: (480) 900-5381 
Address: 12917 West Las Cruces Dr., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Immanuel Campus of Care 
Phone: (623) 977-8373 
Address: 11301 North 99th Ave., Peoria, AZ 85345
Legacy House of Avondale 
Phone: (623) 478-3800 
Address: 2635 N. Dysart Rd., Avondale, AZ 85392
Mariposa Point at Algodón Center 
Phone: (844) 598-7719 
Address: 3100 N. 91st Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85037
Orchard Pointe 
Phone: (480) 630-2504 
Address: 15048 W. Young St., Surprise, AZ 85374
Pacifica Senior Living Peoria 
Phone: (623) 738-0613 
Address: 9045 West Athens St., Peoria, AZ 85382
Rock Creek at The Park 
Phone: (480) 582-1147 
Address: 14552 W. Park Wood Dr., Surprise, AZ 85374
Silverado Peoria 
Phone: (623) 977-1431 
Address: 13391 N. 94th Dr., Peoria, AZ 85381
Sun City West 
Phone: (623) 244-6630 
Address: 13810 West Sandridge Dr., Sun City West, AZ 85375
Surprise Memory Care 
Phone: (623) 239-4331 
Address: 16465 N. Parkview Pl., Surprise, AZ 85374
The Gardens of Sun City 
Phone: (623) 933-2222 
Address: 17225 Boswell Blvd., Sun City, AZ 85373
The Inn Assisted Living and Memory Care 
Resident Capacity: 
Phone: (623) 815-6160 
Address: 13725 North 93rd Ave., Peoria, AZ 85381
The Mission at Agua Fria 
Phone: (623) 266-0999 
Address: 8880 N. 107th Ave., Peoria, AZ 85345
The Montecito Senior Living 
Phone: (623) 745-8224 
Address: 17271 North 87th Ave., Peoria, AZ 85382
The Palazzo 
Phone: (602) 433-6300 
Address: 6250 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85015
The Woodmark at Sun City 
Phone: (928) 482-2378 
Address: 17207 Boswell Blvd., Sun City, AZ 85373
Thunderbird Senior Living 
Phone: (602) 892-9775 
Address: 5401 W. Dailey St., Glendale, AZ 85306
ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM 
MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.




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Report cites abuse of Medicare Part D loophole, driving up untenable costs for patients and pharmacies

ST. LOUIS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
XIL Consulting, one of the leading pharmacy analysts in the nation and a key advisor to the top players in the industry, has issued findings that opportunistic payers and Pharmacy Benefit Managers are piling on "obscure" pharmacy fees totaling $8.5 billion since 2013.
From the perspective of XIL Consulting, seniors do not benefit from these fees and continue to struggle to pay out-of-pocket prescription costs as evidenced by frequently buying drugs from foreign countries such as Canada. Consequently, 53% of seriously ill Medicare beneficiaries are experiencing financial hardships in paying for their healthcare needs.
Direct & Indirect Remuneration pharmacy (DIR) fees are applied after the point-of-sale by health plans and PBMs for participation in Medicare Part D pharmacy networks, but analysis shows those fees have "skyrocketed by 1,600% in the last five years." A loophole in the Medicare anti-kickback law allows health plans and PBMs to charge pharmacies fees to fill Medicare prescriptions.
"That's an unsustainable level by any measure," said Susan Lang, CEO of XIL Consulting. "Oversight and change is necessary to ensure that savings written into the law are passed on to seniors instead of shuffled over to PBMs that drive small critically needed pharmacies out of business. Yet, the larger problem is that an increasing portion of these fees are being retained by health plans and PBMs. In turn, that's putting additional pressure on the household budgets of seniors, while pushing many independent pharmacies right out of business."
According to the report, from June of 2018 to July of 2019, more than 2,200 pharmacies shuttered their doors; many of which point the finger directly at DIR fees as the main reason.
Lang suggested the current situation has been particularly damaging to providers in rural communities throughout the country where just over half are now considered "pharmacy deserts."
"In 2017 alone, PBMs drained approximately $4 billion out of the system—a fact that should give lawmakers strong reason to redirect their attention to curbing these exorbitant abuses," Lang suggested. "If not, the situation looks pretty dire—a recent National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) survey found 58% of local pharmacists are uncertain about their chances of making it the next two years."
"Change is possible—as long we hold all parties accountable."
https://www.xilangconsulting.com/post/policy-alert
To learn more about XIL Consulting, visit http://www.xilconsulting.com. 
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According to the report, from June of 2018 to July of 2019, more than 2,200 pharmacies shuttered their doors; many of which point the finger directly at DIR fees as the main reason.



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Online guide highlights senior living communities with quality programs and top features

OMAHA, NEB. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Omaha, Nebraska. The guide identifies 13 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.
According to the Alzheimer's Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's dementia. In Omaha, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer's increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.
"There's a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Omaha, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer's related deaths," says Joyce Collins. "MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities."
Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Omaha, NE, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/omaha-ne-facilities/
2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Omaha, NE (in alphabetical order)
Brighton Gardens of Omaha 
Phone: (402) 393-7313 
Address: 9220 Western Ave., Omaha, NE 68114 
Web: sunriseseniorliving.com
CountryHouse Residence for Memory Care 
Phone: (402) 506-9862 
Address: 5030 South 155th St., Omaha, NE 68137 
Web: countryhouse.net
Crown Pointe 
Phone: (866) 651-8791 
Address: 2820 South 80th St., Omaha, NE 68124 
Web: capitalsenior.com
Edgewood Vista - Omaha 
Phone: (402) 333-5749 
Address: 17620 Poppleton Ave., Omaha, NE 68130 
Web: edgewoodhealthcare.com
Esprit Whispering Ridge 
Phone: (402) 932-7300 
Address: 17555 Emmet St., Omaha, NE 68116 
Web: espritwhisperingridge.com
Heritage Pointe 
Phone: (402) 509-5545 
Address: 16811 Burdette St., Omaha, NE 68116 
Web: heritage-communities.com
Hansen House 
Phone: (712) 242-5734 
Address: 2331 Nash Blvd., Council Bluffs, IA 51501 
Web: hansenhouseassistedliving.com
Hillcrest Mable Rose 
Phone: (402) 291-9777 
Address: 4609 Hilltop St., Papillion, NE 68005 
Web: hillcresthealth.com
House of Hope Alzheimer's Care 
Phone: (402) 557-6860 
Address: 4801 N. 52nd St., Omaha, NE 68104 
Web: omahaseniorcare.org
Parsons House on Eagle Run 
Phone: (402) 498-9554 
Address: 14325 Eagle Run Dr., Omaha, NE 68164 
Web: parsonshouseassistedliving.com
Prairie Meadows Alzheimer's Special Care Center 
Phone: (402) 913-9784 
Address: 13208 Meredith Ave., Omaha, NE 68164 
Web: jeaseniorliving.com
Richmont Senior Living 
Phone: (402) 291-9800 
Address: 702 Fort Crook Rd. S., Bellevue, NE 68005 
Web: richmontseniorliving.com
Via Christe 
Phone: (402) 551-5557 
Address: 3636 California St., Omaha, NE 68131 
Web: viachriste.com
ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM 
MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.



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Online guide highlights senior living communities with quality programs and top features

NASHVILLE, TENN. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Nashville, Tennessee. The guide identifies 10 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.
According to the Alzheimer's Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's dementia. In Nashville, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer's increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.
"There's a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Nashville, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer's related deaths," says Joyce Collins. "MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities."
Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Nashville, TN, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/nashville-tn-facilities/
2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Nashville, TN (in alphabetical order)
Abe's GardenAlzheimer's and Memory Care Center of Excellence 
Phone: (615) 997-3030 
Address: 115 Woodmont Blvd., Nashville, TN 37205 
Web: abesgarden.org
Belmont Village Green Hills 
Phone: (615) 279-9100 
Address: 4206 Stammer Pl., Nashville, TN 37215 
Web: belmontvillage.com/green-hills-nashville-tennessee/
Brighton Gardens of Brentwood 
Phone: (615) 410-4861 
Address: 103 Arcaro Pl., Brentwood, TN 37027 
Web: sunrise.com/brighton-gardens-of-brentwood/
Brookdale Green Hills Cumberland 
Phone: (615) 219-5098 
Address: 15 Burton Hills Blvd., Nashville, TN 37215 
Web: brookdale.com/brookdale-green-hills-cumberland/
Charter Senior Living of Hermitage 
Phone: (615) 885-9989 
Address: 4131 Andrew Jackson Pkwy., Hermitage, TN 37076 
Web: charterseniorliving.com/hermitage/
Elmcroft of Brentwood 
Phone: (615) 649-6815 
Address: 5436 Edmondson Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
Web: elmcroft.com/elmcroft-of-brentwood-tennessee/
Maybelle Carter Living 
Phone: (615) 868-2290 
Address: 208 W. Due West Ave., Madison, TN 37115 
Web: vitalityseniorliving.com/maybelle-carter-living/
The Barton House 
Phone: (615) 673-6922 
Address: 6961 US Highway 70 South, Nashville, TN 37221 
Web: bartonhousetn.com
The Lodge at Natchez Trace 
Phone: (615) 257-7750 
Address: 8207 Highway 100, Nashville, TN 37221 
Web: natcheztracelodge.com
The Opal At Music City 
Phone: (615) 679-0540 
Address: 2733 McCampbell Ave., Nashville, TN 37214 
Web: opalmusiccity.com/
ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM 
MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.




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Online guide highlights senior living communities with quality programs and top features.

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Northern New Jersey, New Jersey. The guide identifies 14 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.
According to the Alzheimer's Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's dementia. In Northern New Jersey, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer's increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.
"There's a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Northern New Jersey, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer's related deaths," says Joyce Collins. "MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities."
Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. 
For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Northern New Jersey, NJ, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/northern-new-jersey-nj-facilities/
2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Northern New Jersey, NJ (in alphabetical order)
Atria Cranford 
Phone: (908) 214-7577 
Address: 10 Jackson Dr., CranfoRd., NJ 07016 
Web: atriaseniorliving.com/atria-cranford-/
Brighton Gardens of Florham Park 
Phone: (973) 755-7205 
Address: 21 Ridgedale Ave., Florham Park, NJ 07932 
Web: sunrise.com/brighton-gardens-of-florham-park/
Five Star Premier Residences of Yonkers 
Phone: (914) 423-2200 
Address: 537 Riverdale Ave., Yonkers, NY 10705 
Web: fivestarseniorliving.com/five-star-residences-of-yonkers/
Hudson Hills 
Phone: (201) 867-3585 
Address: 3505 Bergen Turnpike, North Bergen, NJ 07047 
Web: hudsonhillsnj.com
Lester Senior Housing Community Life in Whippany 
Phone: (973) 929-2700 
Address: 903-905 Route 10 E., Whippany, NJ 07981 
Web: jchcorp.org/lester-senior-housing-whippany/
Sunrise at Sheepshead Bay 
Phone: (845) 943-2531 or (718) 616-1850 
Address: 2211 Emmons Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11235 
Web: sunrise.com/sunrise-at-sheepshead-bay/
Sunrise of Mill Basin 
Phone: (845) 943-2527 or (718) 444-2600 
Address: 5905 Strickland Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11234 
Web: sunrise.com/sunrise-at-mill-basin/
Sunrise of Morris Plains 
Phone: (973) 755-7216 
Address: 209 Littleton Rd., Morris Plains, NJ 07950 
Web: sunrise.com/sunrise-of-morris-plains/
Sunrise of Paramus 
Phone: (848) 221-8970 
Address: 567 Paramus Rd., Paramus, NJ 07652 
Web: sunrise.com/sunrise-of-paramus/
The Brielle at Seaview 
Phone: (929) 254-4858 
Address: 140 Friendship Ln., Staten Island, NY 10314 
Web: thebrielle.com
The Chelsea at Montville 
Phone: (973) 447-4549 
Address: 165 Changebridge Rd., Montville, NJ 07045 
Web: chelseaseniorliving.com/montville-nj/
The Country Home 
Phone: (973) 538-2117 
Address: 1095 Tabor Rd., Morris Plains, NJ 07950 
Web: chmemorycare.com
The Waterford on the Bay 
Phone: (718) 891-8400 
Address: 2900 Bragg St., Brooklyn, NY 11235 
Web: thewaterfordonthebay.com
Van Dyk Park Place 
Phone: (973) 310-9600 
Address: 644 Goffle Rd., Hawthorne, NJ 07506 
Web: vandykhealthcare.com
ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM 
MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.



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Online guide highlights senior living communities with quality programs and top features

LAKEWOOD, COLO. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Lakewood, Colorado. The guide identifies 17 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.
According to the Alzheimer's Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's dementia. In Lakewood, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer's increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.
"There's a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Lakewood, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer's related deaths," says Joyce Collins. "MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities."
Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Lakewood, CO, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/lakewood-co-facilities/
2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Lakewood, CO (in alphabetical order)
Almost Like Home 
Phone: (303) 432-2000 
Address: 6741 W. 65th Ave., Arvada, CO 80003 
Web: almost-like-home
Applewood Place Assisted Living 
Phone: (303) 233-4343 
Address: 2800 Youngfield St., Lakewood, CO 80215 
Web: applewood-place
Applewood Our House - Arvada 
Phone: (303) 424-6435 
Address: 6435 Garrison St., Arvada, CO 80004 
Web: applewood-our-house
Atria Englewood 
Phone: (720) 370-9446 
Address: 3555 South Clarkson St., Englewood, CO 80113 
Web: atria-englewood-co
Brookdale Green Mountain 
Phone: (303) 757-5183 
Address: 12791 West Alameda Pkwy., Lakewood, CO 80228 
Web: brookdale-green-mountain
Chateau Des Mons 
Phone: (303) 781-5865 
Address: 3426 S. Marion St., Englewood, CO 80110 
Web: chateau-des-mons
Gardens on Quail 
Phone: (303) 456-1500 
Address: 6447 Quail St., Arvada, CO 80004 
Web: gardenson-quail
Lakewood Memory Care 
Phone: (720) 358-0014 
Address: 8201 W. Jewell Ave., Lakewood, CO 80232 
Web: milestone-retirement-lakewood
Lakewood Reserve Senior Living 
Phone: (303) 742-4800 
Address: 555 South Pierce St., Lakewood, CO 80226 
Web: lakewood-reserve
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at Wheat Ridge 
Phone: (720) 924-9217 
Address: 10100 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Web: wheat-ridge-lakewood
Mountain Vista Senior Living Community 
Phone: (303) 421-4161 
Address: 4800 Tabor St., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 
Web: mountain-vista
Ralston Creek Neighborhood 
Phone: (303) 284-7813 
Address: 11825 West 64th Ave., Arvada, CO 80004 
Web: ralston-creek-neighborhood
Rocky Mountain Assisted Living - Newland Street 
Phone: (303) 996-6886 
Address: 1570 S. Newland St., Lakewood, CO 80232 
Web: rockymountain-al-lakewood
Sierra Rehabilitation and Care Community 
Phone: (303) 238-3838 
Address: 12136 West Bayaud Ave., Suite 200, Lakewood, CO 80228 
Web: vivage
Sunrise at Cherry Creek 
Phone: (303) 800-3398 
Address: 251 S. Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO 80246 
Web: sunrise-at-cherry-creek
Sunrise of Pinehurst 
Phone: (720) 262-9949 
Address: 5195 West Quincy Ave., Denver, CO 80236 
Web: sunrise-at-pinehurst
WillowBrook Place by Anthem Memory Care Community 
Phone: (303) 945-3065 
Address: 5275 S. Kipling Pkwy., Littleton, CO 80127 
Web: willowbrook-place
ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM 
MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.




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Online guide highlights senior living communities with quality programs and top features

JACKSONVILLE, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Jacksonville, Florida. The guide identifies 14 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.
According to the Alzheimer's Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's dementia. In Jacksonville, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer's increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.
"There's a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Jacksonville, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer's related deaths," says Joyce Collins. "MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities."
Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Jacksonville, FL, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/jacksonville-fl-facilities/ 
2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Jacksonville, FL (in alphabetical order)
Anam Parc 
Phone: (904) 732-4545 
Address: 4294 Tanglewilde Dr. S., Jacksonville, FL 32257 
Web: anamparc.com
Arbor Terrace Ortega 
Phone: (904) 674-3720 
Address: 5760 Timuquana Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32210 
Web: arbor-jacksonville-ortega
Atria Park of San Pablo 
Phone: (904) 337-6834 
Address: 14199 William Davis Pkwy., Jacksonville, FL 32224 
Web: atria-san-pablo-jacksonville-fl
Autumn Village Inc 
Phone: (904) 384-7506 
Address: 1103 Barrs St., Jacksonville, FL 32204 
Web: autumn-village
Camellia at Deerwood 
Phone: (904) 299-6801 
Address: 10061 Sweetwater Pkwy., Jacksonville, FL 32256 
Web: camelliaatdeerwood.com
Cypress Village 
Phone: (904) 413-0892 
Address: 4600 Middleton Park Circle E., Jacksonville, FL 32224 
Web: brookdale.com/cypress-village
Elmcroft of Timberlin Parc 
Phone: (904) 250-0857 
Address: 7620 Timberlin Park, Jacksonville, FL 32256
Web: elmcroft-of-timberlin-parc-florida
HarborChase of Jacksonville 
Phone: (904) 339-8194 
Address: 3455 San Pablo Rd. S., Jacksonville, FL 32224 
Web: harborchase.com/jacksonville
HarborChase of Mandarin 
Phone: (904) 886-2806 
Address: 12350 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32223 
Web: harborchase-mandarin
Starling of San Jose 
Phone: (904) 510-5482 
Address: 9075 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32257 
Web: starling-at-san-jose
Sunrise of Jacksonville 
Phone: (904) 257-1483 
Address: 4870 Belfort Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32256 
Web: sunrise-of-jacksonville
The Windsor at Ortega 
Phone: (904) 323-3281 
Address: 5939 Roosevelt Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32205 
Web: the-windsor-at-ortega
The Windsor at San Pablo 
Phone: (904) 701-0718 
Address: 4000 San Pablo Pkwy., Jacksonville, FL 32224 
Web: the-windsor-at-san-pablo
Thrive at Deerwood 
Phone: (904) 513-6990 
Address: 8929 RG Skinner Pkwy., Jacksonville, FL 32256 
Web: memorycare-deerwood
ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM 
MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.



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The wellness challenge encourages corporations, individuals and organizations to make an impact on their communities' physical, mental and emotional health by enacting changes in policies, systems and environments.

DOVER, DEL. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
A healthier Delaware in all aspects. That's the goal Dr. Bethany Hall-Long, Delaware's 26 Lt. Governor, set out when taking over the Lt. Governor's Challenge. The Challenge, which spans the course of 2 months, urges companies and individuals to showcase their efforts in creating initiatives to help improve the health of Delaware citizens.
"Physical, emotional and mental health make up the foundation for quality living," said Lt. Governor Hall-Long, "This challenge serves to motivate the institutions within Delaware to enact changes in their policies, systems and environments to impact healthy living."
Candidates are nominated in one of four categories: emotional well-being, healthy living, chronic disease management and prevention, and mother and child health. "We choose the winners based on whomever is making the biggest health change to Delaware," said Hall-Long.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN DELAWARE 
Winners from the 2019 Challenge included Impact Delaware Tobacco Prevention Coalition (IMPACT) for its advocacy work around the Clean Indoor Air Act that helped reduce tobacco access to youth; and Incyte, a global biopharmaceutical company based in Wilmington, for rolling out wellness programs and health initiatives to its employees, such as office-based fitness classes, mindfulness webinars and healthy food choices.
"Through our benefit programs and wellness initiatives, we've seen significant improvements in the overall health of our employees, which has translated to a reduction in our premium rates," said Paula Swain, EVP and Head of Human Resources at Incyte, "We're continuing to develop and enhance our wellness programs. This isn't a one-and-done for us."
Candidates can nominate themselves or a group or organization. According to the Lt. Governor, "The goal of the Lt. Governor's Challenge is health, because even one person making a difference moves us toward a stronger and healthier Delaware."
Nominations for the Lt. Governor's Challenge are open now and run through March 20. Winners will be recognized May 19 at the Lt. Governor's Challenge Wellness Leadership Award Event. 

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The goal of the Lt. Governor's Challenge is health, because even one person making a difference moves us toward a healthier Delaware.




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Online guide highlights senior living communities with quality programs and top features.

CLEARWATER, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Clearwater, Florida. The guide identifies 18 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.
According to the Alzheimer's Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's dementia. In Clearwater, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer's increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.
"There's a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Clearwater, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer's related deaths," says Joyce Collins. "MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities."
Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Clearwater, FL, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/clearwater-fl-facilities/
2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Clearwater, FL (in alphabetical order)
Arden Courts of Largo 
Phone: (727) 559-8411 
Address: 300 Highland Ave., Largo, FL 33770 
Web: arden-courts.com/Largo
Atria Countryside 
Phone: (727) 308-7190 
Address: 3141 North McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater, FL 33761 
Web: atriaseniorliving.com
Bayside Terrace 
Phone: (727) 592-5526 
Address: 9381 US Highway 19 N., Pinellas Park, FL 33782 
Web: https://www.meridiansenior.com/community/bayside-terrace/
Brookdale Beckett Lake 
Phone: (727) 222-4573 
Address: 2155 Montclair Rd., Clearwater, FL 33782 
Web: brookdale.com
Cypress Palms 
Phone: (727) 559-7888 
Address: 400 Lake Ave. NE, Largo, FL 33771 
Web: cypressalf.com
Elmcroft of Pinecrest 
Phone: (727) 315-1889 
Address: 1150 8th Ave. SW, Largo, FL 33770 
Web: elmcroft.com
Freedom Square 
Phone: (727) 248-0628 
Address: 7800 Liberty Ln., Seminole, FL 33772 
Web: brookdale.com
Grand Villa of Dunedin 
Phone: (727) 228-9399 
Address: 880 Patricia Ave., Dunedin, FL 34698 
Web: grandvilladunedin.com
Grand Villa of Largo 
Phone: (727) 228-9286 
Address: 750 Starkey Rd., Largo, FL 33771 
Web: largoseniorliving.com
Grand Villa of Pinellas Park 
Phone: (727) 202-2089 
Address: 8980 49th St. North, Pinellas Park, FL 33782
Web: .grandvillapinellaspark.com
HarborChase of Palm Harbor 
Phone: (727) 773-1370 
Address: 2960 Tampa Rd., Palm Harbor, FL 34684 
Web: harborchase.com
Pacifica Senior Living Belleair 
Phone: (727) 491-5436 
Address: 620 Belleair Rd., Clearwater, FL 33756 
Web: pacificaseniorliving.com
Palms of Largo 
Phone: (727) 437-1600 
Address: 300 Lake Ave., Largo, FL 33771 
Web: thepalmsoflargo.com
Princeton Village of Largo 
Phone: (727) 588-0020 
Address: 333 16th Ave. SE, Largo, FL 33771 
Web: princetonvillageoflargo.com
Safety Harbor Senior Living 
Phone: (727) 723-1935 
Address: 101 Main St., Safety Harbor, FL 34695 
Web: shseniorliving.com
Seasons Belleair 
Phone: (727) 754-9797 
Address: 1145 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33756 
Web: seasonsalf.com
The Oaks of Clearwater 
Phone: (727) 445-4069 
Address: 420 Bay Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756 
Web: theoaksofclearwater.com
The Preserve at Clearwater 
Phone: (727) 735-6200 
Address: 2010 Greenbriar Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33763
Web: thepreserveatclearwater.com/memory-care
ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM 
MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.




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FitnessVolt has launched a new macro calculator that calculates the perfect proportion of macronutrients one needs to take each day to gain weight or lose weight or maintain weight.

DENVER (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
No more staying away from your favorite snacks to lose weight. Those struggling to find the perfect way to manage weight issues can finally heave a breath of relief. Leading fitness blog FitnessVolt has recently launched a new cutting-edge Macronutrient Calculator that assures to help lose or gain weight the right way. It caters to both those who want to lose weight and those wish to gain weight to improve their physique.
This new advanced Macro Calculator unlocks the right way to lose or gain weight
Claimed as the Best Macro Calculator, the calculator follows the diet principles of IIFYM or flexible dieting. Unlike regular diet programs that strip your plate of carbs and calories, IIFYM does not impose a ban on any particular food. In fact, it enables you to indulge in cheat meals as well, provided you are mindful of the amount of intake. This is where the FitnessVolt Macro Calculator comes in.
"Our next-gen macro calculator supports flexible dieting. It is not exactly practical to prohibit certain food groups as it will only lead to cravings and eventually over binging. With the flexible dieting plan supported by our calculator, you will be able to enjoy all the groceries and still lose weight. You would only need to be aware of how much grams of food from each food group you can take per day and our macro calculator will show you the perfect dosage for you," stated a leading spokesperson from FitnessVolt.com
The calculator starts by calculating your TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) based on your gender, age, weight, height and activities. The next step is about choosing your goals, i.e. whether you want to gain weight, lose or maintain weight. You will also be allowed to pick your intensity level in fulfilling your goals. In the third step, you will choose your nutrition plan where you will pick your daily dosage of carbs, protein and fat. Based on all these metrics, the FitnessVolt Macro Calculator will calculate and find out the ideal portion of carbs, fiber, protein and calories that you must take per day.
The calculator will also show you how many meals you should have each day and how many grams of each food group you must have per day and per meal.
The FitnessVolt Macro Calculator is not just about finding the right calories to lose weight. It also shows the calorie deficit in underweight people and suggests them the intake of right dosage of calories to help them gain a healthy weight. Users will be able to specify whether they need calculation for overweight issues or lean weight issues in the first step while the calculator calculates the TDEE.
"You need to ensure 'perfectly sized' macronutrient percentage for effective dieting. And our Macro Calculator would be the best aide for you here. It will not only show you the ideal dosage of each nutrient to lose weight but will also reveal your calorie deficiency which you will need to overcome to gain weight. If you wish to maintain a dream physique, count on our Macro Calculator."
For more, please visit https://fitnessvolt.com/macronutrient-calculator/
Media Contact: 
Tom Miller 
Denver, CO, USA 
Email: sm@fitnessvolt.com 
Tel: 2019480127




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Asana Recovery, a California addiction treatment program, has published an online document presenting alternatives to managing pain without opioids.

COSTA MESA, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Asana Recovery has published an online page documenting alternatives and advantages to managing pain using non-opioid strategies entitled, "Why You Should Consider Alternatives to Opioids." The facts of the opioid crisis are startling. For example, according to a 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 10.3 million people misused prescription opioids in 2018. Additionally, more than 130 people died everyday from opioid-related drug overdoses. The effects of the epidemic are undeniable and have brought to light how opioids were prescribed openly as a way to manage pain.
As a residential addiction treatment program, Asana Recovery has had its share of clients who have entered their program because of an addiction to opioids. More than 30 percent of their residents have entered the program because of an addiction related to opioid misuse. Often, their clients' dependency can be traced from a prescription to treat an ongoing medical condition or to manage pain.
"We had a client come in last year who was initially prescribed a hydrocodone/acetaminophen medication to treat an injury she sustained," shares Tania Maalouy, LVN. "Her condition was complicated by what was later determined to be a mood disorder, which intensified her struggle to cope with the pain. As her condition worsened, she was using and abusing the opioid medication to cope with physical and mental pain."
The opioid addiction treatment program at Asana Recovery includes a full medical work-up of the client when they first enter the center. This assessment informs the treatment plan for each client. "It is important to have a complete picture of a client's medical and mental health because there is often a link between the two. It is common for an individual to have a substance addiction because of an ongoing medical issue," says Grant Clark, LCSW. "This also allows us to form a treatment plan that is best for the individual's needs."
In the document, "Why You Should Consider Alternatives to Opioids," it cites examples of both physical, non-opioid pain management as well as mental, non-opioid pain management. Alternatives to manage mental pain with non-opioid strategies include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a therapy approach where a person learns how to recognize emotions, thoughts, and behaviors and adjust their perspective on them. CBT has recently been named by popular celebrities to have helped them in their recovery.
To manage physical pain, the article names acupuncture, exercise, nerve blocks, non-opioid medications, physical therapy, radiofrequency ablasion, spinal cord stimulation, therapeutic massage, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Therapy (TENS), and yoga as alternatives to opioid pain management.
"Our treatment program for opioid addiction has an emphasis on educating our client on self-awareness so that they can identify the source of their pain," says Adam Shandrow, COO. "By knowing what triggers their pain, clients can apply their knowledge on alternative treatments that can help them manage their condition."
Since opening in 2017, Southern California based Asana Recovery has offered unique and innovative ways to treat the disease of addiction. Harnessing the efficacy of traditional, evidenced-based methods, while incorporating alternative techniques, Asana Recovery offers services for the full spectrum and phases of addiction recovery. While in treatment, clients experience a life-skills approach that immerses the individual in a community or family setting to ensure that the transition back to sober living is a smooth and seamless process. It provides 24/7 supervised support with round-the-clock staff onsite, which is critical for the detox phase.
About Asana Recovery 
Asana Recovery is a private, for-profit, health care organization located in Costa Mesa, California. Asana Recovery provides a complete and individualized addiction treatment program using traditional as well as innovative or alternative methods to treat addiction. It provides 24/7 supervised support with round-the-clock staff onsite. Its mission is to provide a healing environment where clients acknowledge and understand their addiction, embrace a lifestyle of productivity, and find the fulfillment that comes in serving others. Asana Recovery is accredited by The Joint Commission, ASAM Level of Care certified, CARF accredited, and licensed by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) in California. More information about Asana Recovery can be found online at http://www.asanarecovery.com

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Smiles for Everyone Foundation and Johnson Family Dental Partner to Provide Free Dental Care to Underserved Individuals

SANTA BARBARA, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
In Partnership with the Smiles for Everyone Foundation, Johnson Family Dental will provide free dental services at its Santa Barbara, CA office on Saturday, March 14th, from 8:30am to 2:00pm.
Dental services provided include same-day procedures such as exams and x-rays, fillings, cleanings and extractions. To be eligible to receive care, individuals must be low income and underinsured. A limited number of appointments are available. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (714)-824-5119.
About Johnson Family Dental 
Johnson Family Dental is a rapidly growing group dental practice based in Santa Barbara, California. Since 1963, Johnson Family Dental has been delivering quality care to Central California residents. With five convenient locations, Johnson Family Dental provides comprehensive general, specialty and orthodontic care in Santa Barbara, Ventura, Solvang, Camarillo and Port Hueneme. Driven by their belief that "a smile can change your life", the Johnson Family Dental team is committed to delivering gentle and compassionate care at an excellent value. Johnson Family Dental relies on Smile Brands to provide world-class business support services so they can focus on delivering highly personalized patient care. Learn more at http://www.johnsonfamilydental.com.
About the Smiles For Everyone Foundation 
The Smiles for Everyone Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission of delivering smiles for everyone by providing free dental care for those in need, both at home in the U.S. and around the world. Since 2011, the Smiles for Everyone Foundation has delivered over 22,000 smiles and over $16 million in donated dentistry. The foundation currently supports programs which provide free dental care to those in need in Cambodia, Ghana, Laos, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Thailand, and the United States. For more information or to make a donation, visit http://www.smilesforeveryone.org.
Contacts: 
Smile Brands Inc.                 
Jody Martin     
PR@smilebrands.com                             
714.427.1299                    
Smiles for Everyone Foundation 
Crystal Strait 
crystal.strait@smilesforeveryone.org 
714.824.5037 



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Technology Association of Georgia Honors Trella Health as one of 40 Companies Selected for its Innovation and Contributions to the State's Technology Community

ATLANTA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state's leading association dedicated to the promotion and economic advancement of Georgia's technology industry, announced Trella Health as one of its Top 40 Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia.
"We are thrilled to be recognized by TAG as one of the state's most innovative companies," said Ian Juliano, CEO of Trella Health. "Trella is proud to contribute to Georgia's vibrant economy as well as its reputation for innovative technologies. We are honored to receive this award."
Larry K. Williams, President and CEO of TAG, stated "The 2020 Top 40 finalists are an elite group of innovators who represent the very best of Georgia's technology community. The finalists are shining examples of what makes our state such a hotbed for technology and we applaud them for standing out as leaders in Georgia's technology community."
TAG's Top 40 Awards recognize Georgia-based technology companies for their innovation, financial impact, and efforts at spreading awareness of Georgia's technology initiatives throughout the U.S. and globally. This year's Top 40 were selected from more than 100 applications submitted by companies from across Georgia. Companies selected for the Top 40 will be featured in an exhibition at The Summit 2020 event March 3-4, 2020, at the Cobb Galleria Centre.
"This year's Top 40 was more competitive than ever," said Dennis Zakas, managing partner of Zakas & Leonard, LLP and chairperson of the Top 40 Selection Committee. "In our quest to showcase the most innovative companies in Georgia, we had to make hard decisions, resulting in the exclusion of numerous deserving companies, many of which had been recognized as a Top 10 company in the past. The companies that we selected this year are truly outstanding."
About Trella Health 
Trella Health enables providers and payers across the care continuum to make optimal care network and patient routing decisions, reducing costs and improving outcomes. As one of only a few companies in the country deemed an Innovator under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' Virtual Research Data Center Program, Trella has access to 100% of Medicare Part A and Part B claims data. Trella analyzes 1.2 billion claims annually and presents relevant insights to nearly 10,000 users so they can build higher-performing care networks, improve outcomes, and reduce the cost of care.
About the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) 
TAG's mission is to Connect, Promote, Influence and Educate Georgia's technology ecosystem to advance the innovation economy. Through those four foundational pillars TAG serves the technology community, helping to support, grow and ignite tech leaders, companies and the overall Georgia economy. TAG serves more than 30,000 members statewide through regional chapters in Metro Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus, Macon/Middle Georgia, and Savannah. TAG hosts more than 150 events each year and serves as an umbrella organization for 26 professional societies. 
For more information visit the TAG website- https://www.tagonline.org/

"We are thrilled to be recognized by TAG as one of the state's most innovative companies," said Ian Juliano, CEO of Trella Health. "Trella is proud to contribute to Georgia's vibrant economy as well as its reputation for innovative technologies. We are honored to receive this award."



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U.S. Oral Surgery Management (USOSM) is pleased to announce Dr. David Grogan will join the company to spearhead its physician recruitment program.

IRVING, TEXAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
U.S. Oral Surgery Management (USOSM) – a specialty management services company headquartered in Irving, Texas, that exclusively serves premier oral and maxillofacial surgeons – is pleased to announce the renowned Dr. David Grogan will join USOSM. Dr. Grogan will spearhead the company's physician recruitment program, effective immediately.
"As an educator, industry leader and former private practitioner, Dr. Grogan understands the OMS profession and its surgeons on a deep and personal level. He has a reputation for compassion, professionalism and thought leadership throughout the industry. Attracting new, board-certified oral surgeons and associates to join our partner practices is critical to practice growth and our long-term success. Dr. Grogan will be a tremendous asset to our team, and we're honored to have him help us in this important role," says Richard Hall, USOSM president and CEO.
For the past 20 years, Dr. Grogan has worked for Texas A&M College of Dentistry, where he served as the oral and maxillofacial surgery department head and associate professor. In addition, he is an alumnus (class of 1981 and 1986). Dr. Grogan was elected teacher of the year multiple times during his tenure, and his annual teaching load included 87 hours of lecture in 10 different courses, 72 hours of lab instruction and 430 hours of clinical teaching, according to the college.
Before joining Texas A&M, Dr. Grogan was in private practice for 14 years in Waco, Texas, where he continues to make his home today. In addition, Dr. Grogan has delivered more than 100 professional presentations in cities throughout the nation, and has served as president of several industry organizations. His past presidencies include the Texas Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the North Texas Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Southwest Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the Central Texas Dental Society.
"USOSM is the first company of its kind focused on the specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery and they provide a unique partnership model and culture. They've already been successful in partnering with premier practices and leaders within the specialty, says Dr. Grogan. "I look forward to being part of the high quality team they've assembled and contributing to their continued growth."
Headquartered in Irving, Texas, USOSM has partner practices spanning six states: Texas, Colorado, Georgia, Tennessee, Minnesota and Alabama. A shared services organization, USOSM collaborates with premier oral and maxillofacial surgeons to offer a partnership solution for continued and accelerated practice success. USOSM provides operational, marketing and administrative support services, reinvests resources, and applies best practices to improve clinical and financial performance and produce steadier, more profitable growth for all. 

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Dr. David Grogan credits USOSM as being the first company of its kind focused on the OMS specialty.

Dr. Grogan understands the OMS profession and its surgeons on a deep and personal level.




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Gaggle is implementing its student safety technology in Georgia's fifth-largest school district.

BLOOMINGTON, ILL. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Gaggle, the pioneer in helping K-12 districts manage student safety on school-provided technology, today announced that Georgia's fifth-largest school district is implementing its student safety technology. Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) in Jonesboro, Ga., is comprised of 37 elementary, 14 middle, and 11 high schools, and will use the technology to protect its students and ensure their safety and well-being in digital learning spaces.
Since 1999, Gaggle has helped districts across the country protect students, avoid tragedies, save lives and protect against district liability by monitoring digital spaces and responding to safety issues and threats. The Gaggle safety solution uses a robust combination of both artificial intelligence and trained safety experts to provide real-time analysis and review of students' use of online collaboration platforms, such as Google's G Suite for Education, Microsoft Office 365 and Canvas while proactively identifying and supporting students who are personally struggling; and creating a safer school environment by building a culture for improved digital citizenship.
"Here in Clayton County – we are committed to meeting the physical, emotional, and social needs of our 54,000 students. Each and every student needs all of the academic guidance that we can provide, but they also need a high level of support to ensure that they are okay mentally, emotionally, and socially and with the addition of Gaggle, we now have an additional resource to assist with keeping our students safe," said Rod Smith, chief of technology at CCPS.
Gaggle proactively assists districts 24/7 in the prevention of harmful situations. An in-house team of trained safety professionals with backgrounds in law enforcement, psychology, social work, suicide prevention and crisis management evaluate flagged content for false positives, categorizes incidents and determines their severity. The team then alerts district personnel to policy violations, inappropriate content, critical mental health issues and imminent danger to students. Over the past 20 years, Gaggle has scanned more than 13 billion pieces of student content, flagging over 151 million items for review by its team of safety experts who look for signs of self-harm and depression, thoughts of suicide, substance abuse, cyberbullying and credible threats of violence against others.
"We live in an era where K-12 districts can't just think about the physical security of their students and staff; they also have to worry about all aspects of security," said Gaggle CEO, Jeff Patterson. "We applaud Clayton County schools in choosing to proactively take action to protect their students from harming themselves or others—before a disaster happens."
About Gaggle | https://www.gaggle.net
Since 1999, Gaggle has been the leader in helping K-12 districts manage student safety on school-provided technology. Using a robust combination of both artificial intelligence and trained safety experts, the safety solution proactively assists districts 24/7/365 in the prevention of student suicide, bullying, inappropriate behaviors, school violence, and other harmful situations. Most importantly, Gaggle continues to help hundreds of districts avoid tragedies and save lives, while also protecting their liability. In the 2018-19 academic year, Gaggle has helped districts save the lives of more than 700 students who were planning or actually attempting suicide. For more information, visit https://www.gaggle.net and follow Gaggle on Twitter at @Gaggle_K12.

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"Each and every student needs all of the academic guidance that we can provide, but they also need a high level of support to ensure that they are okay mentally, emotionally, and socially and with the addition of Gaggle, we now have an additional resource to assist with keeping our students safe."




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Advanced Foot and Ankle Specialists of Howell, Brighton & Dexter Michigan offer new and cutting-edge treatment options for removal toe warts, foot warts corns and calluses.

BRIGHTON, MICH. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Advanced foot and ankle specialists of Howell Michigan and Brighton Michigan have been performing removal skin lesions, toe warts and foot warts for over 20+ years in Livingston County. This podiatrist and foot doctor practice includes four hospital trained podiatrists and ingrown toenail removal specialists available to help with the full range of toenail problems.
Toe and foot wart removal options: 
There are three types of ingrown toenail removal that are routinely performed.
1) Medical Pedicure for Feet & Toes: 

A medical pedicure consists of using specialized sterile instruments are used for cleaning and shortening thick and fungal toenails. Yet this can also include treating toe warts and foot warts.

The next step is maintaining proper moisturizing of a patient's feet. The patient is evaluated for any decreased blood flow, any nerve disorders, any skin disorders.

This is not a cosmetic medical pedicure excavation point. This is specifically based on medical standards.

2) Medical Toe and Foot Wart Treatment: 

Plantar warts are caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV).

A podiatrist can trim the hard callus that grows over it and treat it with cryotherapy and different strong acids to make the wart go away.

This has a success rate of 85% over approximately 6 months.

3) Toe and Foot Wart Surgery: 

If the wart does not improve with medical treatment, it is possible to provide a small injection and provide anesthetic to the site.

At this point an in-office procedure can completely remove the wart by a podiatrist.

Advanced foot and ankle specialists of Howell Michigan and Brighton Michigan pride themselves on providing comprehensive the care and working as a multispecialty team. The four doctors at this practice are on staff at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Livingston, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Brighton, and St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Ann Arbor. Working as part of this large multidisciplined team, they can work with internal medicine doctors, primary care doctors, endocrinologists and vascular surgery specialist to provide comprehensive care.
Advanced foot and ankle specialists have four different doctors within their practice: Dr. Tom Biernacki, Dr. John Stevelinck, Dr. Marc Bonanni and Dr. Danielle Meyka-Blanchard. All four of our foot doctors are on staff at St. Joseph Mercy hospitals. They pride themselves on serving Livingston County and Washtenaw County.
In the past podiatrists were simply office-based clinicians, but now are all medical school and residency trained physicians. All four doctors at Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists have spent four years of medical school, and at least three years in a hospital-based surgical residency. Now the podiatrists of Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists boast Harvard residency status, and some have received post residency specialized fellowship training in diabetic surgery and wound care.
Dr. Tom Biernacki states, "We are so thankful to be your choice for your foot and ankle lesions and skin conditions! Our number one goal is to take great care of people's foot and ankle problems, with as little surgery as possible, and for as little cost as possible. We emphasize getting people better as quickly as possible, and it looks like we are starting to really make a difference!"

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Plantar Wart treatment on the bottom of the foot and toes in Howell Michigan & Brighton Michigan.

"Thank you for making us your number one choice in Howell Michigan we have been working hard to keep your costs low, avoid any type of surgery, and get you healed as soon as possible!"



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RCare, Inc. announces a four-city roadshow tour, designed to educate their distributors about their expanding product line and the changing senior living market.

WEBSTER, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
RCare, Inc., maker of nurse call and monitoring solutions, announced a four-city roadshow tour, designed to educate their distributors about their expanding product line and the changing senior living market.
"We've been adding important functionality rapidly in the last few years, and that's not going to stop anytime soon," said RCare Founder and CEO Myron Kowal. "The roadshow is diving deep into our new technologies, best practices and latest integrations, such as Inovonics and Alexa".
Understanding senior living communities and their needs is key to customizing a solution that helps caregiving staff provide the highest level of care, while increasing efficiencies. RCare innovations have helped the company provide products to a broader cross-section of the market. Interoperability with other market leading systems, such as electronic medical records, wander management, and even Alexa, has helped make life simpler for administrators and caregivers by reducing redundant data entry and reducing the number of systems to monitor.
"Educating our distributors is critical because we expect them to always offer the best possible solution to our clients," said Kowal.
The RCare Roadshow is a 2-day, in-depth event that is focused on RCare products and the senior living market. The show is making four stops around the country, to provide participants with convenient and interesting travel options: Salt Lake City, Chicago, Austin, and Alexandria. It's being provided free of charge to RCare's distributor network, along with fun optional excursions including a Chicago Bulls game, skiing in the Utah mountains and going to the Pro Rodeo in Austin.
ABOUT RCARE 
RCare is a global provider of nurse call and personal emergency response systems for the entire spectrum of eldercare and senior living. Our components integrate into a variety of healthcare communication systems to create efficient and verifiable responses to medical emergencies. RCare works together with distribution partners to build individualized, flexible and seamless systems to enhance both caregiving and resident quality of life. Contact info@rcareinc.com or call 585-671-4144.

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2020 RCare Roadshow

"Educating our distributors is critical because we expect them to always offer the best possible solution to our clients." – RCare Founder and CEO Myron Kowal.



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Cosmetic & Reconstructive Dentistry of Fairfield, CT now offers patients same-day crown technology.

FAIRFIELD, CONN. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Cosmetic & Reconstructive Dentistry of Fairfield, CT now offers patients same-day crown technology.
"Our team is proud to provide a service that offers a faster dental crown restoration and reduces the necessity for a follow-up dental appointment. Our patients' time is valuable and we are pleased to provide this advanced technology and service for our patients," says Donald Miller, DMD.
"Our same-day crown service offers patients a dramatically different experience," Dr. Miller explains. Traditional crowns are a two-step process, with an initial appointment to prepare the tooth and take impressions. The patient leaves wearing a temporary crown and returns for a second appointment weeks later to remove the temporary and place the permanent crown.
With same-day crowns, the tooth is prepped, impressions are taken using a 3D digital scanner, and the crown is fabricated in-house and placed in the same visit. Same-day crowns are made with a high-quality tooth-colored material. Patients leave the office with a permanent crown that looks and feels like a natural tooth.
Meet the Doctor
Donald W. Miller earned his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree from the University of Connecticut before going on to a residency in Advanced Cosmetic & Surgical Dentistry at the University of North Carolina.
Dr. Donald Miller has extensive experience in surgical implant procedures and cosmetic restorations as well as providing his patients with general and family dentistry.
About Cosmetic & Reconstructive Dentistry
Cosmetic & Reconstructive Dentistry is a comprehensive dental practice located in Fairfield, CT. The practice embraces the latest in dental technology to deliver patients with unparalleled results. To learn more or request an appointment, visit https://www.fairfieldcosmeticdentistry.com, stop by the practice at 1275 Post Road, Suite 201, Fairfield, CT 06824, or call 203-255-6878.

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Cosmetic & Reconstructive Dentistry in Fairfield, CT

Our team is proud to provide a service that offers a faster dental crown restoration and reduces the necessity for a follow-up dental appointment. Our patients' time is valuable and we are pleased to provide this advanced technology and service for our patients.



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ACT Teletherapy is pleased to announce its new online counseling services initially available to California residents. This unique counseling program is tailored to serve the needs of individuals, couples, families, and teens with a mission to provide an unparalleled therapeutic experience without the hassles of driving, parking, and waiting rooms.
ACT Teletherapy offers its new teletherapy assistance to those suffering with emotional and behavioral issues such as: 

Stress & Anxiety

Family Conflict

Pain Management

Self-Esteem

Job Loss

Depression

Infidelity

Panic Disorders

Sexual Dysfunction

Isolation & Loneliness

Addiction

Anger & Violence

Grief & Loss

This new service is offered via Voice, Video, and Text. The patient can choose a counselor and a method of communication that he or she feels most comfortable with. The goal with the new service is to provide an excellent experience without the stress of a commute, so that patients can find the support and healing they need to bring about positive change in their life.
Professional Therapy – Licensed and Experienced
The ACT counseling team is licensed and experienced. The online approach helps patients meet with their therapist without the need to take time off from work. Convenient and flexible therapy appointments through a secure portal help both therapist and patient meet in a relaxed, stress-free environment.
About ACT Teletherapy
Counseling is not new to the ACT team. There are 6 offices in the Inland Empire region of California where licensed counselors meet with their patients in person. The owner and founder of ACT Family Counseling, Dr. Nicholas Fittante, MA, LMFT, DCHt, after researching teletherapy and watching trends in the mental health industry, decided to expand the practice to bring the modern conveniences of internet communications and Teletherapy to the practice.
Unique Business Model for Teletherapy
The unique advantage of counseling services with ACT Teletherapy is their experience working with insurance companies and ability to accept insurance for their patients. If your insurance provides coverage for teletherapy counseling, ACT Teletherapy becomes the most affordable online therapy solution available. Patients can call our toll-free number to find out if their insurance will cover their counseling needs or register online and be contacted via email with the details.
We look forward to this exciting step in helping people heal. Telehealth is gaining momentum and online therapy is a great way to offer the busy or homebound with access to the counseling services they need.
Through our network of therapists, we are helping California residents get the mental health care they deserve. For more information visit https://actteletherapy.com.
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ACT Teletherapy - A New Service, A New Way to Connect!




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Middle Back Pain: Less Recognized but Pervasive.

WEST ORANGE, N.J. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
When people think of back pain, they tend to picture the beleaguered lower back. But middle back pain – which encompasses the area between the neck and the bottom of the rib cage – is an ache all its own, with specific symptoms and treatments, according to Kaixuan Liu, MD, PhD, founder and president of Atlantic Spine Center.
With 12 back bones located in the middle region of the back, there's plenty of opportunity for something to go awry that triggers back pain in this area, Dr. Liu says. Symptoms depend on the cause of the problem, but typically include muscle aches, sharp or stabbing pain, dull pain, burning sensations, and muscle stiffness or tightness, he notes.
"Occasionally, more serious symptoms go along with middle back pain, such as tingling, numbness or weakness in the arms, legs or chest, or loss of bladder or bowel control," Dr. Liu explains. "Get immediate medical attention for these symptoms, of course. But most of the time, middle back pain is a nuisance that will go away in due time and nothing to worry about."
Causes of middle back pain 
Why does middle back pain happen? The reasons are as diverse as the thousands of people who experience it, Dr. Liu says. The long list of causes includes: 

    Aging: Pain in any region of the back is more common as people get older. "But aging can lead to less fluid between spinal joints, thinning bones, and lower muscle mass," Dr. Liu says, "which can all influence back pain."

    Arthritis: A leading cause of disability in adults, "wear and tear" arthritis in the spinal joints can result in pain in the middle back.

    Poor posture: When you slouch or slump your shoulders, it affects the muscles and ligaments in the middle portion of the back. This can lead to achiness in this region, Dr. Liu says.

    Obesity: When the numbers on the scale rise, so do your chances of back pain – in any area, not just the middle back. "It's common sense to realize that adding extra weight to your frame places additional strain on bones, muscles and other back structures," he says.

    Falls or injuries: The middle back is less likely to be injured than the neck or lower spine because it's more rigid, Dr. Liu says. "But it's still possible to experience middle back pain due to a hard fall, car accident, sports mishap or other bodily trauma," he adds.

    Herniated disc: When the gel-like inner core of a spinal disc leaks and pushes against nearby nerves, pain often follows. Herniated discs can occur in any portion of the spine, Dr. Liu notes.

Variety of treatments 
If you're experiencing middle back pain, you'll likely want to try easy, at-home or in-office remedies to see if they improve the problem. Simple measures may include:

    Applying ice and/or heat: Ice is best for a recent injury, while heat can help aches and pains that linger.

    Over-the-counter NSAIDs: Ibuprofen and naproxen are among the most common nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs you can pick up at the pharmacy to reduce swelling and pain.

    Exercise: Stretches, yoga, walking and other light movement typically help back pain. Don't stay immobile, Dr. Liu advises.

    Physical therapy: A doctor-prescribed regimen of strengthening exercises and tasks can help your back heal stronger than ever, Dr. Liu says.

    Steroid injections: Targeted shots of steroids into affected spinal disc areas can greatly reduce pain and inflammation, Dr. Liu says.

If non-invasive approaches don't help your middle back pain and it's still severe or disabling more than 6 weeks after it began, doctors may consider surgery. A variety of procedures can address this area of the spine.
But preventing middle back pain from happening in the first place is ideal, of course. "There are many ways to protect your spine from pain in this region, including changing your sleeping position, improving your posture (don't slouch!), and seeing a physical therapist to improve your core strength, posture and spine flexibility," Dr. Liu says.
Atlantic Spine Center is a nationally recognized leader for endoscopic spine surgery with several locations in NJ and NYC. http://www.atlanticspinecenter.com, http://www.atlanticspinecenter.nyc
Kaixuan Liu, MD, Phd, is a board-certified physician who is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive spine surgery at Atlantic Spine Center. 

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Dr. Kaixuan Liu

With 12 back bones located in the middle region of the back, there's plenty of opportunity for something to go awry that triggers back pain in this area.




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Super Pulsed Laser Therapy technology from Multi Radiance Medical offers a safe, non-invasive, drug-free method for pain relief and accelerated wound healing to koalas injured in the Australia bushfires

CLEVELAND (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
The recent devastating Australian bushfires have killed an estimated one billion animals, including the koala. The native species has existed in Australia for thousands of years and has become iconic of the country.
The 2019 bushfires have accelerated the decimation of the already-endangered koala population. Authorities estimate that one-third of the current koala population has died in the bushfires. In addition, their habitats and food sources have been destroyed. Experts say it could take over 100 years for the koalas to repopulate to pre-bushfire levels.
Fortunately, many good Samaritans are helping to rescue and treat injured koalas, which have escaped with severe, painful burn injuries.
Enter the staff and volunteers at the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital in New South Wales, Australia. The Koala Hospital normally treats 3-4 koalas a month, but the facility has been at capacity during the 2019 bushfire season, treating 60+ koalas at any one time.
After seeing extensive media coverage of the hospital's incredible recovery efforts, veterinary equipment distributor REM Systems introduced a technology manufactured near Cleveland, Ohio to help relieve pain and accelerate healing in the marsupials: Multi Radiance Medical Super Pulsed Laser Therapy.
The staff immediately started noticing results on the painful burns once they incorporated the laser into the regular treatment regimen. "We've had a lot of burn cases over the years and I really think it did speed up the healing process," remarked Cheyne Flanagan, Port Macquarie Koala Hospital Director.
The Koala Hospital staff also appreciated the cordless, handheld laser for its ease of use and treatments that only take a few minutes to administer.
Low-level laser therapy has been studied and used in both human and veterinary medicine for over half a century. Multi Radiance Super Pulsed Laser Therapy technology emits light photons that penetrate deep into tissue and kickstart the healing process in the injured cells. Additionally, a unique blue light setting kills bacteria and helps fight infection, allowing burns to heal up to 50% faster than traditional antibiotics.
Multi Radiance technology is super pulsed, meaning the laser is emitted in billionth of a second pulses so it generates no heat. This makes it an ideal treatment for painful burns and open wounds. Other high-intensity therapeutic lasers would not be indicated for such severe wounds.
Saving koalas is one of the first steps in recovery for those areas affected by the fires. Experts predict the effects of the bushfires will be felt for decades – even centuries for certain populations like the koala – but Multi Radiance is grateful to be able to support the veterinarians and community members as they begin to rebuild.
"Thank you to Simone Taylor and Matt Jones, DVM, at REM Systems for your work introducing laser therapy to the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital," said J. Mark Strong, Multi Radiance Director of Global Business Development. "We are proud to support the hardworking veterinarians as they work tirelessly to save this iconic species, and we're humbled that our technology is making a difference in their road to recovery."
The Port Macquarie Koala Hospital is accepting a variety of donations, such as adopting a recovered koala to help it return to the wild or having a koala food tree planted. Find out how you can help by visiting the koala hospital's website.
About Multi Radiance Medical 
Headquartered in Solon, Ohio, Multi Radiance Medical manufactures FDA-cleared super pulsed laser therapy devices for pain relief, wound healing, inflammation control and more in veterinary medicine. For 10 years, Multi Radiance laser technology has offered veterinary professionals a safe, non-invasive, and drug-free alternative to traditional prescription medications and surgery.

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Over 1 billion animals have died in the Australia bushfires, but the survivors are getting relief from Multi Radiance Medical Super Pulsed Laser Therapy.

We are proud to support the hardworking veterinarians as they work tirelessly to save this iconic species, and we're humbled that our technology is making a difference in their road to recovery.




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Beverly Hills Periodontics & Dental Implant Center comments on a recent article that dental implants can maintain oral health after losing one or more teeth due to decay or other causes.

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
A January 10 article on KSAT San Antonio reports on the five ways that dental implants can improve one's life. To begin with, implants stay put and last indefinitely, unlike removable bridges and dentures that are prone to shifting while speaking or eating. The article also points out that dental implants are almost indistinguishable from natural teeth, helping patients to feel more confident in their appearance. Just as important, dental implants restore full functionality to patients' mouths, allowing them to eat a full range of foods – as opposed to only eating softer foods.
Beverly Hills Periodontics and Dental Implant Center says that when a patient is in need of a dental implant, the individual is usually suffering from one of two conditions. The first, the center says, the patient is already missing one or more teeth. The center says that the second reason a patient might need a dental implant is to replace a tooth that is not yet missing but is severely compromised by tooth decay or other types of damage, such as trauma. In either case, if the missing teeth are not replaced, the adjacent teeth start shifting and cause malalignment. Rotated and tilted teeth may allow the accumulation of plaque and bacteria leading to periodontal disease. In addition, the shift in the bite may lead to the mobility of some teeth due to possible hyper occlusion (significant misalignment) of those teeth.
Beverly Hills Periodontics & Dental Implant Center says that dental implants also serve another function by preventing bone loss in the jaw. Lack of teeth can lead to major bone loss in the jaw and perhaps change the appearance of facial structure. The presence of dental implants mimics the same stimulation that is necessary to preserve the jaw bone.     
dental implants mimics the same stimulation that is necessary to preserve the jaw bone.    
Interested readers who would like to find out more about Beverly Hills Periodontics & Dental Implant Center can look to their website at https://www.bhperiodontist.com or call (310) 275-4606. 

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Dental implants have other advantages beyond restoring the functionality and appearance of a patient's natural teeth; they also serve a vital role in safeguarding oral health.



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Why wait until your 40s to start thinking about anti-aging treatments? Medical Director at MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center and Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Richard E. Buckley outlines the best treatments to start in your 20s to keep your skin looking healthy, fresh and young.

MILFORD, PA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
72% of facial plastic surgeons are seeing an increase in cosmetic surgery or injectables in patients under age 30, according to the annual survey by The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS). "Millennials in their 20s aren't waiting until they are older to start getting dermal fillers and Botox," says Dr. Richard E. Buckley, Medical Director at MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center and Cosmetic surgeon. "In fact, we're seeing a significant increase in 20-something year old clients who want to know how to proactively retain their youthful appearance instead of waiting until their 40s when they will have to reverse the signs of aging." Proactive cosmetic treatments are called 'prejuvenation' and when kept up can help forestall the need for rejuvenation.
In your 20s, not much is happening in the way your appearance showing signs of aging so the secret to maintaining the youthful look is a good skincare routine, including quality at-home skin care productsand preventative cosmetic skin care treatments, such as facials, chemical peels, micro-needling, microdermabrasion, dermal fillers and Botox or Dysport, according to Dr. Buckley.
Preventative skin care treatments such as facials, chemical peels, microneedling, microdermabrasion, and injectables are ideal for individuals in their 20s to help with sun damage, pigmentation issues, general exfoliation, and smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles. "These preventative and rejuvenating treatments are gentle but powerful anti-aging treatments that refresh and renew the skin. A key benefit to starting these treatments in your 20s is their ability to non-invasively erase barely visible signs of aging from the skin," says Dr. Buckley. "Combined with a good at-home skin care routine including a daily SPF and moisturizer, these treatments help the skin maintain a youthful, glowing appearance."
The AAFPRS Annual Survey also revealed that compared to 2013, there has been a 22% increase in Botox injections. "For clients in their 20s, Botox Cosmetic or Dysport injections help 'train' muscles not to make the facial expressions which lead to wrinkles. This helps reduce the formation of fine lines and wrinkles for these clients," says Dr. Buckley. FDA-approved Botox Cosmetic, Dysport, Xeomin, and Jeuveau temporarily reduce muscle activity in the treated areas, which creates a noticeable smoothing of any existing wrinkles and, since the facial muscles are unable to contract as much, acts as a preventative measure against the creation of deeper or additional more prominent facial lines and wrinkles.
While the filler trends are shifting away from overly-enhanced looks like Kylie's infamous pout to natural-looking enhancements, achieving fuller, beautifully detailed lips are still a popular request from MilfordMD clients in their 20s. "Even though most clients in their 20s are wanting fuller lips for a more Instagram-worthy smile, fuller lips also help you look younger," states Dr. Buckley. According to an international study by David Gunn, a researcher at Uniliver, women with firm, plump lips look younger than their age. At MilfordMD, Dr. Buckley has multiple options for lip augmentation including hyaluronic acid fillers such as Perlane, Juvederm and Restylane Silk.
For clients in their 20s, lips are not the only area on the face that Dr. Buckley recommends hyaluronic acid dermal filler. "Hyaluronic acid fillers like the Juvederm and Restylane family of dermal fillers also help prolong a youthful appearance by stimulating the body's production of collagen. While most people don't start to lose collagen until they are around age 25, injecting small doses of hyaluronic acid in cheeks, jawline, and in developing folds, such as nasolabial folds, helps add volume, fill in existing wrinkles and encourage the body to produce more collagen which maintains a youthful look," says Dr. Buckley.
Collagen, the most abundant protein in the body, works together with elastin to strengthen the skin and hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring molecule in the body, keeps your skin youthfully plump, smooth and hydrated. "Dermal fillers, such as Juvederm and Restylane are ideal for proactively treating the effects of aging as they address two of the main causes. Both replenish hyaluronic acid and encourage collagen production which helps the skin retain elasticity, youthful fullness and diminish the appearance of any existing fine lines and wrinkles," states Dr. Buckley. "My goal is to always achieve amazing, ultra-natural looking results which is why the amount of injectable used is significantly different for a client in their 20s compared to a client in their 40s who has more signs of aging to address and more facial volume loss requiring more filler."
For individuals in their 20s who want to maintain their youthful appearance, it is all about treatments that address any existing signs of aging, such as sun damage to the skin, combined with treatments that proactively replenish collagen and hyaluronic acid – the building blocks of youthful skin. "It's helpful to start as early as possible when it comes to anti-aging," says Dr. Buckley. "If you think of it like the air in a tire, it's much easier to keep your tire in good condition by checking it regularly and keeping it topped up. If you wait until the air pressure is half what it should be, you'll end up wearing your tire out much faster. By starting with skin rejuvenating procedures in your 20s, it's much easier to have firm, plump, youthful-looking skin into your 40s."
About MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center:
The MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center offers state-of-the-art highly specialized procedures in laser and cosmetic surgery and aesthetic skin care. In addition to its AAAHC nationally accredited surgical center and extensive laser surgery capabilities, MilfordMD offers physician designed skin care products for home use. Milford Pennsylvania's MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center is sought out by patients from around the world for expertise and innovation in cosmetic treatments performed by Board Certified Physicians, Richard E. Buckley, M.D. and Marina Buckley, M.D.
MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center is located at 303 W. Harford Street, Milford, PA 18337. Tel: (570) 491-1962. For real patient video testimonials, follow MilfordMD on Instagram and Facebook, and visit our MilfordMD YouTube channel.

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It's easier to maintain a youthful appearance than try to reverse the signs of aging. MilfordMD Cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Richard E. Buckley shares the best treatments for millennials in their 20's.

People in their 20s proactively turning to cosmetic treatments to prevent the signs of aging is like regular maintenance on a new car. Maintaining regular oil changes keeps the car in good condition. The same holds true for facial aging. It's ideal to start maintenance type treatments in early 20s.




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R3 Medical Training announced today that all registered providers that sign up for a stem cell training course in 2020 can bring an administrator for free. The courses include considerable didactic presentations which will be very helpful for growing a practice's regenerative program.
The hands on stem cell training courses include the Comprehensive course and also the Regenerative Aesthetics course. Both are two days and offer up to twenty hours of Category 1 CME Credits. Both courses are hands on with real patients and real biologics, making the experience immersive and providing a memorable skill set.
Along with learning procedure techniques and patient decision making knowledge, there are presentations on sales and marketing that are extremely useful for growing a regenerative practice.
For a practice administrator, the presentations on marketing and biologic basics will be very helpful for a practice's patient acquisition along with helping to convert patient leads into procedures.
According to R3 Medical Training CEO David Greene, MD, MBA, "The courses offer knowledge and procedure techniques that are immediately useful in practice and not theoretical. Whether you are just getting started in regenerative procedures or want to perfect your technique, these courses are the best ones in existence!"
For 2020, the upcoming courses are scheduled for March 11-14th at the Westin Lake Las Vegas. R3 Medical Training also rents out a full surgery center for the procedure training, where real patients come in who have real ailments.
The Regenerative Aesthetics Training Course is March 11-12, while the Comprehensive Stem Cell Course will be March 13-14. Amazingly the regenerative aesthetics course also includes PDO Thread Lifting Certification, which is an up and coming aesthetics procedure that works very well as a nonoperative skin tightening option.
In order to bring a free administrator, providers should visit the registration page here: https://stemcelltrainingcourse.org/registration/ or simply call (888) 998-6343 asap as spots are limited.

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The courses offer knowledge and procedure techniques that are immediately useful in practice and not theoretical. Whether you are just getting started in regenerative procedures or want to perfect your technique, these courses are the best ones in existence!




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As Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) celebrates our 40th Anniversary this year, we are honored to announce Heather Geronemus of Fort Lauderdale as the new chair of the Board, and Don Egdorf of Houston as vice chair. Four new members also join the National Board of Directors.
The new leaders and members:
Heather Geronemus, chair of the board: Heather is an award-winning community leader and communications professional who joined MADD after losing her father, Dr. Robert Geronemus, in a drunk driving crash in 2009. Heather established the Annual Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale in 2011 and has since then continually chaired the event. The walk has raised more than $2 million to date. Heather has been recognized by MADD and outside organizations on both a local and national level for her work with MADD and other charitable organizations. She is employed by Ultimate Software in Fort Lauderdale, where she serves as Director of Public Relations & Corporate Social Responsibility.
Don Egdorf, vice chair of the board: Don is a Houston police officer who specializes in drunk driving enforcement. He is a Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) instructor who travels across the country to speak about fatal crash cases, and investigative techniques he has acquired through his years of experience. While Don was in high school, his father, who also was a law enforcement officer, was hit by a drunk driver while on duty. Don's father survived, and the experience inspired Don to join the law enforcement community. Throughout his own career, Don has been involved in five DWI-related crashes and investigated many DWI-related, line-of-duty deaths. Don has volunteered with MADD for many years and serves on the MADD Southeast Texas Advisory Board.
Nathaniel "Nat" Beuse: Nat is the Head of Safety for Self-Driving in Uber's Advanced Technologies Group and he was formerly an Associate Administrator for Vehicle Safety Research at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). He brings a unique understanding of federal policy and how policy relates to broad public acceptance of new technology, such as self-driving. His connection to the MADD mission stems from a drunk driving crash that significantly impacted his family.
Matthew Bretz: Matthew is a personal injury attorney in Kansas who has seen the devastation caused by drunk drivers in the numerous cases he has handled over the years. He has served on the boards of the United Way and the Red Cross and TECH for over 10 years and has a passion for helping the community by volunteering for local and national non-profits. He is motivated by the devastation and loss which he has seen his clients experience at the hands of drunk and drugged drivers, and is dedicated to preventing further loss of life and to holding drunk and drugged drivers accountable for their actions.
Erica Linn: Erica has an extensive background in media sales and marketing in the New York City area. Erica has served on the MADD New York Board of Directors and has been a vocal advocate for MADD in New York. She is a stage actress and singer and started an annual benefit concert in New York for MADD that she has produced and performed in since 2018. Erica lost both her parents in a drunk driving crash on October 28, 2016, which drives her passion for MADD's mission.
Andrew Robinson: Andrew is currently the Chief Human Resources Officer at CKE Restaurant Holdings and most recently held the same position at Starr Restaurant and TGI Fridays. He has three decades of senior leadership experience in the restaurant and retail industry as a strategic business leader driving corporate core mission and values. His connection to the MADD mission is due to his sister-in-law's untimely death in a crash that was caused by a drunk driver in 2017.
About Mothers Against Drunk Driving 
Founded in 1980 by a mother whose daughter was killed by a drunk driver, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is the nation's largest nonprofit working to end drunk driving, help fight drugged driving, support the victims of these violent crimes and prevent underage drinking. MADD has helped to save more than 390,000 lives, reduce drunk driving deaths by more than 50 percent and promote designating a non-drinking driver. MADD's Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving calls for law enforcement support, ignition interlocks for all offenders and advanced vehicle technology. MADD has provided supportive services to nearly one million drunk and drugged driving victims and survivors at no charge through local victim advocates and the 24-Hour Victim Help Line 1-877-MADD-HELP. Visit http://www.madd.org or call 1-877-ASK-MADD.

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Since 1980, MADD has helped to save more than 390,000 lives, reduce drunk driving deaths by more than 50 percent and promote designating a non-drinking driver.




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One of the highest-rated medical marijuana treatment centers in the state brings its second modern, open-concept retail store experience to the Panhandle – now boasting 17 locations throughout the state.

SARASOTA, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
AltMed Florida continues to be one of the fastest growing Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers (MMTC) in Florida (source: OMMU) with the upcoming grand opening of its 17th MÜV Dispensary at 10 a.m. Saturday Feb.15 (pending final approvals) at 4785 North 9th Ave. in Pensacola, Florida.
The new MÜV Medical Cannabis Dispensary is located in the Birchwood area of Pensacola just east of Interstate 110 near the Cordova Mall, the largest shopping center in northwest Gulf Coast Florida.
"We're pleased to be opening another MÜV location in the Florida Panhandle, just a few weeks after opening in Tallahassee, in our tireless efforts to serve patients in all parts of our home state," said AltMed Director of Corporate Affairs Todd Beckwith.
During the grand opening, all licensed Florida medical cannabis patients will receive 25 percent off their entire first purchase and the first 100 patients will receive a MÜV SWAG bag with their purchase. Patients can also order online at muvfl.com for express pickup or delivery.
The Pensacola MÜV Dispensary will offer an extensive selection of award-winning products including flower, pre-rolls, a wide range of vaporizer pens, metered dose inhalers, topicals, oral sprays, patent-pending encapsulation formulations in its Tinctures, 72-Hour Transdermal patches and transdermal gels. MÜV is also recognized for having one of the widest selections of concentrates for patients' needing macro-dosing options.
"Our dispensaries set the standard for quality products, service and overall patient experience at our current locations and we're excited to offer our premium MÜV medical cannabis brand to even more patients as we expand our presence throughout the state," said AltMed Florida CEO John Tipton. "Our MÜV dispensaries are unlike any in the state and we're excited to invite licensed patients throughout Escambia, Santa Rosa and other surrounding counties to visit our newest state-of-the-art location in Pensacola."
Like AltMed Florida's 16 other locations (Apollo Beach, Clearwater, Deerfield Beach, Fort Myers, Gainesville, Jacksonville/San Marco, Jacksonville Beach, Lakeland, Longwood/Orlando, Lutz, Downtown Orlando, Sebastian, Sarasota, Tallahassee, Tampa and Wellington/West Palm), the new Pensacola MÜV Dispensary stands out from others because it's designed as a premium experience: think Apple Store, with a modern, open-concept design and expert staff with extensive training.
The MÜV brand already has a wide following in other legal medical cannabis markets, including Arizona, where it has won five Best of Arizona medical cannabis awards. MÜV products are sold exclusively in Florida at MÜV dispensaries because, unlike other states, Florida does not allow wholesale of product between license holders - only products that license holders make themselves can be sold in their dispensaries.
For more information about the new ADA-compliant Pensacola MÜV Medical Cannabis Dispensary, including hours and available MÜV products, visit muvfl.com.
AltMed Florida is on pace to open 40 MÜV Medical Cannabis Dispensaries across the state, all supplied by its 200,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art cultivation facility. Visit this link for images of AltMed Florida's cultivation operations and watch this brief video to see what makes AltMed Florida and its MÜV Medical Cannabis Dispensaries stand out.
About Plants of Ruskin, LLC - d.b.a. AltMed Florida, LLC - With a focus on quality and attention to detail, Plants of Ruskin has more than 35 years of experience in providing seedlings to farmers for vegetable and medical product production. Plants of Ruskin founders, the Dickman Family, are 4th generation farmers with a long history of working in conjunction with the University of Florida, including an endowed chair specifically dedicated to plant improvement.
About AltMed Enterprises - Alternative Medical Enterprises, LLC, headquartered in Sarasota, FL and doing business as AltMed Enterprises, is a fully integrated medical cannabis company that brings compassion, community engagement and pharmaceutical industry precision to the development, production and dispensing of medical cannabinoids.
About MÜV - The MÜV brand of cannabis infused products was launched in Arizona in 2016 and quickly gained international attention and recognition. In its first six months alone, MÜV received four best of Arizona medical cannabis awards, including two first prizes for its proprietary Ethanol extractions that are the basis of all MÜV products.
Forward-Looking Statements - To the extent any statements made in this press release contain information that is not historical, these statements are forward-looking in nature and merely express our beliefs, expectations or opinions. For example, words such as "may," "should," "estimates," "predicts," "continues," "believes," "anticipates," "plans," "expects," "intends," "potential," "strategy" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on current expectations or estimates and involve a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from the results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to these differences include, but are not limited to, the following: (i) our ability to implement our business strategy of distributing high quality cannabis products where permissible under applicable law; (ii) availability and cost of additional capital; (iii) our ability to attract, retain and motivate qualified employees and management; (iv) the impact of federal, state or local government regulations; (v) competition in the cannabis industry; (vi) our ability to generate revenues; and (vii) litigation in connection with our business. All forward-looking statements included in this press release and attributable to us or any person acting on our behalf are qualified by this cautionary statement. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and, except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, regardless of whether new information becomes available, future developments occur or otherwise. 

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We're pleased to be opening another MÜV location in the Florida Panhandle, just a few weeks after opening in Tallahassee, in our tireless efforts to serve patients in all parts of our home state.




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Catalent, the leading global provider of advanced delivery technologies, development, and manufacturing solutions for drugs, biologics, cell and gene therapies, and consumer health products, today announced the appointment of Jim Walter as Vice President of Operations for its Oral and Specialty Delivery business. Mr. Walter will have operational responsibility for five of the company's facilities and will report directly to Jonathan Arnold, President of the business unit.
In the role, Mr. Walter will be based at the company's Morrisville site in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, which is one of the sites within his responsibility. Additionally, he will oversee operations at Woodstock, Illinois and Malvern, Pennsylvania in the U.S., as well as Swindon and Dartford in the U.K.
Mr. Walter joins Catalent from his most recent post as Senior Vice President of Operations and Engineering at Tinuum Group, where he managed its U.S. operations. Prior to this, he spent 23 years with Mallinckrodt covering a multitude of operational roles and ultimately, he served as its Vice President of Manufacturing and Facilities. Jim also served as a Commissioned Officer in the U.S. Navy. He holds a bachelor's degree in math from the U.S. Naval Academy and is APICS-Certified in Production and Inventory Management.
"I am delighted to welcome Jim to head up the operations for this important part of the Catalent business," commented Mr. Arnold. "The experience that he brings will ensure that the company continues to grow while providing our customers with the most efficient and operationally superior services."
About Catalent 
Catalent is the leading global provider of advanced delivery technologies, development, and manufacturing solutions for drugs, biologics, cell and gene therapies, and consumer health products. With over 85 years serving the industry, Catalent has proven expertise in bringing more customer products to market faster, enhancing product performance and ensuring reliable global clinical and commercial product supply. Catalent employs over 13,000 people, including over 2,400 scientists and technicians, at more than 35 facilities, and in fiscal year 2019 generated over $2.5 billion in annual revenue. Catalent is headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey. For more information, visit http://www.catalent.com
More products. Better treatments. Reliably supplied.

I am delighted to welcome Jim to head up the operations for this important part of the Catalent business. The experience that he brings will ensure that the company continues to grow while providing our customers with the most efficient and operationally superior services.



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Local CoolSculpting boutique's growth is unprecedented to both Valley-wide and national competitors.

PHOENIX (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Bodify, Arizona's leading CoolSculpting provider, has performed 20,173 CoolSculpting cycles since opening its first location in 2015 - outperforming both its local and national competitors. Bodify has successfully provided FDA-cleared, non-surgical fat reduction treatment to over 5,000 patients in Arizona.
"Making the client experience and outcomes a priority and focus of ours has truly affected the growth and success of our business. In a larger effort to strengthen our brand, we consistently provide tailored services to each individual and their needs, showcasing our intention, care, and class," said Melissa Mickelson, co-founder of Bodify. "Ultimately, our goal is to ensure if anyone in Arizona contemplates CoolSculpting services, they will first come to Bodify and we're excited to confidently say that we're not only doing just that but also becoming a household name within the industry."
CoolSculpting is the only FDA-cleared treatment that uses controlled cooling to eliminate diet and exercise-resistant fat. Being the world's #1 non-invasive fat reduction and body contouring technology, the fat freezing procedure has been done nearly eight million times worldwide and is performed in over 80 countries.
Bodify is the top-performing Coolsculpting provider in the state of Arizona, according to Allergan, the company that owns the product. In the U.S., Bodify is the number four provider based on the number of treatments done. This is a huge accomplishment especially considering most practices have multiple locations and dozens of providers.
Due to the demand for CoolSculpting, Mickelson and her sister and co-founder Jessica Stellwagen, have decided to further expand within the Valley and open its third location in January 2021.
"Our second location in Kierland gained momentum quickly- we generated the same revenue in our first seven months as we did our first year of the first location in Arcadia. It has far surpassed our expectations and it's because of our team that this was possible. Without them, Bodify would never be what it is today," said Stellwagen.
To learn more about the non-invasive fat reduction procedure or to book your appointment, please visit http://www.thebodify.com.
About Bodify 
At Bodify, owners and sister-duo, Jessica Stellwagen and Melissa Mickelson focus on what matters most to them: uplifting clients and making them feel better in their own skin. Opened in 2015, Bodify is the first and only CoolSculpting dedicated boutique in Arizona. CoolSculpting is a non-surgical fat reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat that resists all efforts through diet and exercise. The Bodify team has performed over 20,000 CoolSculpting procedures to date and commonly treat the stomach area, love handles, under the chin, upper arms, outer and inner thighs and bra lines for women and men. As a result of trust and promising results, Bodify was named the top CoolSculpting provider in the Valley. To learn more about the non-invasive fat reduction procedure, please visit http://www.thebodify.com.
Bodify | 2999 N. 44th Street Suite 135 | Phoenix, AZ 85018 | 602-497-3592

Ultimately, our goal is to ensure if anyone in Arizona contemplates CoolSculpting services, they will first come to Bodify and we're excited to confidently say that we're not only doing just that but also becoming a household name within the industry.



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Data could contribute to the development of new diagnostics for the outbreak.

RESTON, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Scientists from Noblis and the Defense Biological Product Assurance Office (DBPAO), a component of the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND), are continuously evaluating polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays (tests) for detection of the new Wuhan coronavirus.
"Noblis is pleased to collaborate with our customers to accelerate the virus detection process and combat the coronavirus outbreak," said Amr ElSawy, president and CEO, Noblis. "Our scientists and technical experts are using advanced analytics, bioinformatics and high-performance computing solutions for biosurveillance and other areas which are contributing to global public health and safety."
The research was done using BioLaboro, a Noblis application developed for rapidly designing de novo (new) assays and validating existing PCR detection assays. The data, published by the researchers at the online discussion forum, http://virological.org/, identifies four highly specific sequences which are unique to the new coronavirus and are in disparate locations across the genome. The four BioLaboro assays were compared to four assays from a German group (Corman and colleagues) as well as those from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which are currently in use as diagnostics. The four Noblis assays were found to be in different locations in the genome sequence compared to the other assays.
As new whole genome sequences of the Wuhan virus are added daily, there is an ongoing need to immediately evaluate the effectiveness of existing assays and to design new ones when signature erosion is observed (degraded assay performance due to genetic changes in the virus sequences). Emerging and reemerging infectious diseases, like the Wuhan coronavirus, known officially as the "Novel Coronavirus 2019-nCoV," that emerged in China at the end of 2019, are a significant threat to global public health. Rapid spread of this virus may lead to a genetically diverse collection of variants with a paucity of epidemiological information. Leveraging advances in next generation sequencing technologies, whole genome sequence data can be produced within 24 hours of obtaining a sample. Noblis and DBPAO are using new data submissions to continue to monitor signature erosion in the Wuhan virus with BioLaboro, updating the results on the blog post at http://virological.org/.
Noblis Life Sciences 
Noblis is an industry leader in developing world-class bioinformatics tools to support the nation's rapidly evolving biosurveillance needs. Their bioinformatics expertise uses big data, advanced analytics, and high-performance computing to create a layered defense against biological weapons. Customized Noblis-designed bioinformatics tools for metagenomic analysis are utilized to detect, define, deter and defeat biological threats. Learn more about Noblis' full spectrum of Life Sciences support here or our CBRNE capabilities here.
About Noblis 
Noblis is a dynamic science, technology, and strategy organization dedicated to creating forward-thinking technical and advisory solutions in the public interest. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Together with our wholly owned subsidiary, Noblis ESI, we tackle the nation's toughest problems and support our clients' most critical missions.

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"Noblis is pleased to collaborate with our customers to accelerate the virus detection process and combat the coronavirus outbreak," said Amr ElSawy, president and CEO, Noblis.



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This well-respected dental practice has been selected as a 2019 Top Patient Rated New York City Dentist by Find Local Doctors. Exceptional reviews from patients across multiple reputable online sources have earned Village Dental NYC this coveted recognition.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Dr. Lydia Legg and her team at Village Dental NYCare among an elite group of dental practices with a large number of exceptional ratings and online reviews. As a result, Village Dental NYC has earned the 2019 Top Patient Rated New York City Dentist award. Find Local Doctors offers a trusted online directory, helping patients easily locate highly-qualified and reputable physicians and dentists in their area.
Located at 77 E 12th St, New York, NY, Village Dental's friendly, experienced team provides sensitive, compassionate care in a relaxing environment. Patients of all ages are offered a full menu of dental services, with a focus on advanced options for enhancing smiles through general, cosmetic and restorative dentistry treatments. These treatments include composite fillings, root canal therapy, treatment for gum disease, tooth extractions and much more. Village Dental NYC also offers cosmetic dentistry with the added prosthodontic difference. Dr. Lydia Legg is an experienced prosthodontist, offering the highest level of dentistry excellence. With her additional training, she can create a stunning smile from even the most challenging dental cases. Dr. Legg can make your new smile look beautifully natural with veneers, dental implants, dentures, bridges and crowns at Village Dental NYC.
"Being recognized as a Top Patient Rated Dentist means a great deal to our team at Village Dental NYC. We treat our patients like family and work to bring their smiles to the highest level of health and beauty," says Dr. Lydia Legg
At Village Dental NYC, they go the extra mile with individualized care to ensure that each patient is comfortable and at ease. They use the latest in advanced, cutting-edge technology so that dental visits are the most positive dental experience possible. Dr. Lydia Legg and her team focus on providing every patient with a customized treatment plan to address their oral health and aesthetic needs. If you live in NYC and want the best dental care available, visit Village Dental NYC.
More about Village Dental NYC:
Go above and beyond general dental care and choose a prosthodontist for your oral health care. Village Dental NYC is your source for advanced cosmetic, implant and general dentistry. For more information on the services provided at this practice or to schedule an appointment, please visit http://www.villagedentalnyc.com or call (212) 674-2024.

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Being recognized as a Top Patient Rated Dentist means a great deal to our team at Village Dental NYC. We treat our patients like family and work to bring their smiles to the highest level of health and beauty, says Dr. Lydia Legg.



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Sunbit, a technology company focused on improving the buying and selling experience for everyday purchases, now offers eyewear consumers the ability to split their purchases into monthly installments. The application process takes 30 seconds, with about 90% of patients approved and all qualified customers get an option to split their purchase into three, interest-free monthly payments.
Sunbit's technology has been used in more than 2,500 retail locations across the U.S where consumers have used the service to split their payments on everyday expenses at auto dealerships, dentists, veterinarians, college bookstores, bike shops and more. Sunbit recognized the need for flexible payment and financing options for eyewear and is rapidly scaling its monthly payment program at eyecare locations throughout the country - making it even easier for shoppers to pay for things like eyeglasses.
For many patients, paying for eyeglasses, a regular eye exam, or receiving eye care services is an expense that is not in their typical weekly or monthly budget. In fact, in 2016 the American Academy of Ophthalmology found that nearly two out of three American adults have reported eye or vision problems, and yet a significant percentage of them do not receive the medical attention or eye exam necessary. In a CDC study, nearly 40% of Americans surveyed skip eye exams due to costs and lack of insurance. And without the proper eye exam, patients aren't getting the right prescription lenses.
Standard Optical, Total Vision Optometry, Henry Ford OptimEyes, Dr. Tavel and Eye Doctor's Optical Outlets are just a few of the many regional optical chains nationwide rapidly adopting Sunbit's technology to better serve their patients.
"It's rare that a new technology comes along with such an immediate impact on our business and bottom line," says Robert Mursuli, COO, Eye Doctors Optical Outlets, which has over 50 locations across Florida. "Sunbit fills a much-needed void in the optical retail experience and we're proud to be partnering with them."
Offering Sunbit transforms the accessibility of eyecare, eyeglasses, and other eye services for people across the credit spectrum. Sunbit's services allow customers to split any eyecare bill over $60 into three monthly payments with 0% interest at no extra cost. This empowers more eyecare patients to get the eyewear they need, and to manage the costs over time.
"We are excited to partner with Sunbit to make vision care and eyewear more accessible for our patients," said Mollie Tavel, Director, Growth Initiatives and Community Engagement for Dr. Tavel Optical Group. "We feel that providing a payment solution is key to giving patients the financial flexibility, variety and choice they want when selecting their eyewear style. Sunbit is designed specifically for in-store use and our sales associates feel great about offering customers an interest-free, transparent way to stretch their dollars. Our stores are already on pace for an additional $7,000 per month, per store in Sunbit revenue -- all within the first month of implementation. It's a real win for everyone!"
Dr. Brandon Sanchez, Owner of Total Vision Optometry stores in California, noted that Sunbit has been a game changer for his business -- helping to boost their capture rate, upsell second pairs of eyeglasses and promote other high-value packages.
"We know that sometimes the cost of the unexpected – like glasses, replacement lenses, contact lenses and other important eyecare needs – can create stress in our lives," said Geoff Leyon, Executive Director of Business Development. "That's why we're providing an alternative financing option to pay for the things we all need that doesn't come with the risks of accumulating long-term debt. Using Sunbit has allowed eyecare providers to convert otherwise previously lost sales into repeat customers. We're proud to partner with visioncare providers across the country to help them provide more of their great services to even more patients."
Developed to serve consumers across the entire credit spectrum, Sunbit leverages machine learning technology to personalize underwriting solutions that result in transparent and fair rates for more people. Customers can choose to pay over three months with 0% interest, or six or twelve months with interest. Sunbit approves 90% of its applicants within about 30 seconds, offering rates comparable to many traditional credit cards.
ABOUT SUNBIT: 
Sunbit is a technology company that's improving the buying and selling experience for everyday purchases. Sunbit reduces the stress involved at the register by providing fast, fair, and transparent installment financing solutions to people across the credit spectrum. Sunbit is offered in more than 2,500 retail locations in 42 states, including one in ten auto dealerships, veterinary care, eye care, dental and specialty health care service industries.

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We know that sometimes the cost of the unexpected – like glasses, replacement lenses, contact lenses and other important eyecare needs – can create stress in our lives. Offering Sunbit transforms the accessibility of eyecare, eyeglasses, and other eye services for people across the credit spectrum.




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New fields allow firefighters to document exposure to contaminants related to cancer and other afflictions in one easy-to-use place.

AUSTIN, TEXAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
ESO, the leading data and software company serving emergency medical services (EMS), fire departments and hospitals, today announced the availability of Exposure and Decontamination fields in ESO Fire Incidents, the company's fire records management system (RMS). While products exist to track and document exposures, this is the first to integrate directly into a RMS. ESO will then submit data on behalf of agencies to the National Firefighter Registry once registration is open in 2021.
"According to a recent study, firefighters have a 9 percent higher risk of being diagnosed with cancer and a 14 percent higher risk of dying from cancer than the general U.S. population," said Bill Gardner, Senior Director of Fire Products for ESO. "By collecting data, we not only help individual firefighters, we also get a better understanding of the magnitude of the problem, and, more importantly, what can be done to help decrease the epidemic of firefighters being diagnosed with cancer."
Key features of the Exposure and Decontamination fields include: 

Track Individual Exposure Levels

The level of exposure and decontamination activities can vary based on the roles of the firefighters on the fireground. To capture the appropriate information, the responding units can track and report each individuals' level of exposure and decontamination activities.

Historical Reporting and Documentation

The data collected from exposure and decontamination documentation can be critical for research and the health and safety of firefighters. Historical data can also be used to support preventative measures and encourage a culture of safety within departments.

Easy Workflow

Keep workflow simple by documenting exposure and decontamination directly into ESO Fire Incidents and ensure records stay in a single location. Access to a clear view of exposures and decontamination at the unit report level helps to identify trends and personnel exposed.

Ties to Personnel File

When paired with ESO Personnel Management, all exposure and decontamination for one individual is documented and tracked in their personnel file, allowing for a historical view of exposures. Review the details of each incident where the exposures occurred for a complete picture.
"It is critical for firefighters to track daily exposures," said Lori Moore-Merrell, President and CEO of the International Public Safety Data Institute. "The collection of information and data related to exposures will be vital to help prevent firefighter cancer in the future. It's great to see ESO include these fields as a standard part of their Fire Incidents product."
To learn more about ESO Fire Incidents, visit: https://www.eso.com/fire/incidents-software/
About ESO 
ESO is dedicated to improving community health and safety through the power of data. Since its founding in 2004, the company continues to pioneer innovative, user-friendly software to meet the changing needs of today's EMS agencies, fire departments, and hospitals. ESO currently serves thousands of customers throughout North America with a broad software portfolio, including the industry-leading ESO Electronic Health Record(EHR), the next generation ePCR; ESO Health Data Exchange (HDE), the first-of-its-kind healthcare interoperability platform; ESO Fire and ESO FIREHOUSE Software for fire departments; and ambulance revenue recovery/billing software. ESO is headquartered in  Austin,  Texas. For more information, visit: https://www.eso.com/.

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The Houston Museum of Natural Science is thrilled to receive the status of Certified Autism Center through IBCCES.

HOUSTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
The Houston Museum of Natural Science was recently designated a Certified Autism Center, which is awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) to organizations committed to serving individuals with autism and other sensory needs through a formal certification process. The certification requires at least 80% of guest-facing staff complete evidence-based training, including more in-depth training and certification for managers and education staff, as well as an onsite review which will allow the Museum to provide sensory guides for all exhibits as well as enhance other aspects of the museum experience for guests with sensory sensitivities.
"The Houston Museum of Natural Science is thrilled to receive the status of Certified Autism Center through IBCCES. Access to science and the arts is so important for everyone, and we are proud to have gone through staff training and evaluations in order to better serve people with autism and sensory sensitivities. We are excited to continue moving forward in an inclusive direction and hope to offer more resources, staff training, and programming that will provide a welcoming environment for all at HMNS," said Matti Hammett, Accessibility Programs Manager.
For almost 20 years, IBCCES has been the industry leader in cognitive disorder and autism certification for healthcare, education and corporate professionals around the globe. IBCCES recognized that many families with children who have special needs have limited travel and recreation options. In response to this need, IBCCES created training and certification programs specifically for the hospitality and travel industry. While many destinations tout "autism-friendly" options, this phrase means something different to everyone and does not necessarily indicate a true understanding or commitment to serving these guests.
"Part of the Houston Museum of Natural Science's mission is to enhance in individuals the knowledge of and delight in natural science and related subjects, and what better way to accomplish that than to foster a welcoming and accessible environment for all audiences to enjoy our exhibitions. I am proud to be a part of an organization that is dedicated to making access and inclusion a priority and know that we're only moving forward from here," said Joel Bartsch, Houston Museum of Natural Science President.
More families and individuals are seeking out destinations and organizations that have completed a certification program through an accredited source. IBCCES is the only credentialing organization providing this type of certification, which includes evidence-based information as well as the perspectives of individuals with autism, alongside other tools and resources such as onsite reviews and customized recommendations to ensure the program is a long-term commitment and has a lasting impact.
"The team at the Houston Museum of Natural Science is very dedicated to this process and we're proud to work with an organization that is committed to long-term changes and provides such a valuable resource to the Houston community and its visitors," said Myron Pincomb, IBCCES Board Chairman.
IBCCES also created AutismTravel.com, a free online resource for parents that lists certified destinations and connects families to other resources and each other. Each destination listed on the site has met Certified Autism Center (CAC) requirements.
About Houston Museum of Natural Science 
One of the nation's most heavily attended museums-is a centerpiece of the Houston Museum district. With four floors of permanent exhibit halls, and the Wortham giant screen theatre, Cockrell butterfly center, Burke Baker planetarium, and George observatory, and as host to world-class and ever-changing touring exhibitions, the museum has something to delight every age group. With such diverse and extraordinary offerings, a trip to the Houston museum of natural science, located at 5555 Hermann Park Drive in the heart of the museum district, is always an adventure.
About IBCCES 
Delivering The Global Standard For Training and Certification in The Field of Cognitive Disorders – IBCCES provides a series of certifications that empower professionals to be leaders in their field and improve the outcomes for the individuals they serve. These programs are the only training and certification programs endorsed by the largest grassroots autism organization in the world, The Autism Society of America, and recognized around the world as the leading benchmark for training and certification in the areas of autism and other cognitive disorders.

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Part of the Houston Museum of Natural Science's mission is to enhance in individuals the knowledge of and delight in natural science and related subjects, and what better way to accomplish that than to foster a welcoming and accessible environment for all audiences to enjoy our exhibitions.



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NJ Top Doc, Dr. Joseph Savon is a board certified gastroenterologist practicing at South Jersey Gastroenterology. He is also the Medical Director and Co-Founder of New Life Medical Addiction Services.
As a physician, Dr. Joseph Savon is known for taking a personal interest in the health and well-being of the patients he cares for. Over the past several years, Dr. Savon has become increasingly concerned by the country's growing addiction crisis and took it upon himself to become an expert in proven medical approaches to managing addiction.
At his new practice, New Life Medical Addiction Services, Dr. Savon is offering easy and early access to treatment for substance use disorders. New Life Medical Addiction Services offers a medical consultative service with counseling and outpatient detox capabilities. This state licensed outpatient treatment center uses research based medical interventions combined with counseling and therapy to treat drug addiction, alcohol use disorder, and mental health disorders. New Life's mission is to improve access to Evidence Based Treatment (EBT) for behavioral health conditions, reduce sense of shame and stigma, and to establish itself as a pioneer in the addiction medicine field.
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Forming Workforce Coalition in Frederick to address issues tied to attracting and retaining human capital

FREDERICK, MA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
The Maryland Tech Council (MTC) announced today it has expanded its offices to Frederick to broaden its reach throughout the State of Maryland and to meet the growing needs of its members. The satellite office will be located at 12 West Church Street. Additionally, MTC is planning a move of its Montgomery County satellite office to the Universities at Shady Grove (USG) in Rockville. MTC will continue to utilize its satellite offices in Annapolis and other key life science and tech hubs throughout Maryland.
"This expansion is very strategic for the Maryland Tech Council and mirrors the expansion in the industries represented by our members," said MTC CEO Marty Rosendale. "Frederick is experiencing an abundant amount of growth in biomanufacturing, and the county officials are committed to aiding and fueling this growth. It's imperative that MTC has a footprint here. Additionally, by moving our Montgomery County satellite office to USG, we are allowing ourselves to remain perfectly positioned in a life science hub that is expected to expand and grow drastically."
"We are pleased to be working with the Maryland Tech Council to provide offices for them within our new state-of-the-art Biomedical Sciences and Engineering (BSE) building at the Universities at Shady Grove (USG)," said Dr. Stewart Edelstein, USG Executive Director and Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, University System of Maryland. "Our university partners from the University of Maryland, College Park; University of Maryland, Baltimore; and UMBC are bringing cutting-edge degree programs to the BSE. We want faculty and students to have access to the MTC member companies and to foster strengthened relationships with the scientists, innovators and leaders who are growing the technology sectors of our economy."
As part of its expansion into the City of Frederick, MTC is developing a workforce coalition in Frederick County. Designed to bring together the top biomanufacturing companies and their leaders along with academia, economic and workforce development representatives, the coalition will tackle the issue of human capital in the county. The coalition is in its early stages of development, and MTC is encouraging companies to get involved.
"We're thrilled that the Maryland Tech Council is expanding to Frederick County," said Frederick Economic Development Director Helen Propheter. "We've had a long and mutually supportive relationship with MTC for more than 10 years and believe this expansion will provide us with even more opportunities to partner. Frederick County has one of the fastest growing economies in the state, and life sciences and technology are our leading industries. This expansion by MTC will benefit our local businesses by allowing industry leaders to have face-to-face discussions with the council to propel initiatives forward. We welcome the MTC team and look forward to an even stronger relationship in the years to come."
To drive the message home that MTC has a presence for all its members throughout the state, the organization launched a "We are Here" campaign. MTC continues to add to its existing list of impactful events, networking venues, meet-ups and collaborations to reach all members.
"At any given time, at any given day, our team is dispersed across the state and even across the globe—serving our members," continued Mr. Rosendale. "We want them to understand that we will go to nearly any length—including an office expansion and satellite office move to USG—to ensure they have access to all the resources they need and deserve from the MTC."
About Maryland Tech Council
The Maryland Tech Council (MTC) is a collaborative community that is actively engaged in building strong technology and life science industries by supporting the efforts of our individual members. We are the largest technology and life sciences trade association in the state of Maryland, and we provide value by giving members a forum to learn, share, and connect. MTC brings the region's community together into a single, united organization that empowers our members to achieve their business goals through advocacy, networking and education. The vision for the Maryland Tech Council is to propel Maryland to become the number one innovation economy for life sciences and technology in the country. For more information: mdtechcouncil.com.

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"Frederick is experiencing an abundant amount of growth in biomanufacturing, and the county officials are committed to aiding and fueling this growth. It's imperative that MTC has a footprint here..." shares MTC CEO Marty Rosendale.



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Arriello to provide value-added services for Veeva Vault Safety to its life sciences clients

DUBLIN (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Arriello, a provider of market access, regulatory affairs, and pharmacovigilance (PV) solutions and services, is adopting Veeva Vault Safety as part of the company's continued growth in pharmacovigilance operations.
Safety databases are a requirement for fast assessment of data, processing of safety information such as SUSARs and ICSRS, aggregate report production, signal management, and management of safety compliance documentation such as PSMF.
Vault Safety will be part of Arriello's fast-growing expert pre- and post-marketing authorization pharmacovigilance, compliance, and drug safety services.
"Veeva is disrupting the market dominance and status quo enjoyed by the major database players for some time now. Together with our own moves into PV automation, Vault Safety helps position Arriello as the leader of this exciting wave of change," said Anna Lukyanova, Arriello's Chief Operating Officer. "It also fits with our own profile as a challenger and disrupter in the managed PV and regulatory information services market."
"There are growing expectations for pharmacovigilance organizations to collect, manage, and analyze an increasing amount of data," said Jennifer Markey, vice president of safety strategy and business consulting, Europe at Veeva Systems. "Veeva Vault Safety gives companies a modern application to manage adverse event information and documentation. We look forward to working with Arriello to support the needs of the pharmacovigilance industry."
Arriello will also offer pharmacovigilance migration and configuration services and a complementary front-end data collection add-on tool to Vault Safety called IntelliCASE. Arriello's IntelliCASE allows field-based drug reps and other reporters to readily submit adverse event data to a safety database in real time via their mobile devices, ensuring that more PV information is captured promptly and accurately.
To hear how Arriello and Veeva will make it easier to have real-time view into your safety data, attend the Veeva EU Safety Forum, May 19, in Barcelona, Spain. The event is open to senior level pharmacovigilance, drug safety, risk management, and safety system IT individuals. Register and view the agenda at http://www.veeva.com/eusafetyforum .
About Arriello 
Arriello has been providing risk management and compliance services to the life sciences sector since 2008. These services include market consultancy, global regulatory affairs strategy and implementation, full and local pharmacovigilance solutions, clinical drug safety and quality and compliance auditing systems.
Headquartered in Ireland, with European operations in Central Europe, our technical team has a combined experience of over 130 years working across the EU, US, LATAM, MENA, CIS, APAC regions and South Africa.
More at http://www.arriello.com and on Twitter @Arriello
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Veeva is disrupting the market dominance and status quo enjoyed by the major database players for some time now. Together with our own moves into PV automation, Vault Safety helps position Arriello as the leader of this exciting wave of change.



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U.S. Dermatology Partners' CALM office in Tyler, TX one of the first in the U.S. to Offer CoolTone by Allergan

TYLER, TEXAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Center for Aesthetics and Laser Medicine is proud to be the first dermatology practice in Tyler and one of the first in the entire U.S. to incorporate CoolTone, the latest technology from Allergan, into their office.
CoolTone is the latest aesthetic advancement from Allergan, the team behind CoolSculpting. While CoolSculpting uses cold to destroy fat cells and reshape the body, CoolTone uses magnetic pulses to contract the muscles. These contractions increase the strength and tone of muscles, leading to improved definition even in those areas that are resistant to exercise.
As one of the first dermatology practices in the U.S. to use CoolTone, our board-certified dermatologists and skilled specialists have invested in the technology to offer this treatment as well as the advanced training to ensure they can deliver flawless results. With its skilled team, state-of-the-art technology, and dedication to advanced training, it's no surprise that CALM Tyler ranks among the highest performing offices providing CoolTone and CoolSculpting treatments in the country.
"As one of the leading Coolsculpting teams in Texas we are excited to offer something new and different to augment our body sculpting practice, said Jennifer Holman, MD. Patients are already seeing noticeable improved muscle definition and tone in just a couple of treatments with no downtime."
The CALM team also offers treatment that combines CoolSculpting and CoolTone. By providing these treatments together, we remove excess fat stores, improve muscle definition, and increase your body's fat metabolization to ensure your results last. Additionally, CALM also offers DualSculpting, where two areas can be treated simultaneously.
"We have always been committed to offering the greatest variety of innovative treatments, so our patients get the results they want quickly and comfortably," says Dr. Jennifer D. Holman.
About CALM in Tyler, Texas 
With the rising popularity of medispas, U.S. Dermatology Partners saw a need for specialized practices that focus on safely offering advanced and innovative cosmetic dermatology solutions. This led to the launch of our three Centers for Aesthetic and Laser Medicine (CALM) locations dedicated to aesthetic care beginning with CALM Tyler. The CALM locations offer services like CoolTone, injectables, and other cosmetic skincare solutions, but unlike medispas, our CALM offices deliver services under the direct supervision of or actually performed by skilled, board-certified dermatologists. This allows us to continue offering only the highest quality dermatologic treatments and exceptional service.
About U.S. Dermatology Partners 
As one of the largest physician-owned dermatology practices in the country, U.S. Dermatology Partners patients not only have access to general medical, surgical, and cosmetic skin treatment through its coordinated care network, but also benefit from the practice's strong dermatology subspecialty thought leaders and medical advisory board. To be the best partners to its patients, U.S. Dermatology Partners is fervently focused on providing the highest level of patient-first care, and its team, therefore, includes recognized national leaders in areas such as clinical research, psoriasis, and Mohs Surgery. To learn more, visit usdermatologypartners.com.

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"As one of the leading Coolsculpting teams in Texas we are excited to offer something new and different to augment our body sculpting practice, said Jennifer Holman, MD. Patients are already seeing noticeable improved muscle definition and tone in just a couple of treatments with no downtime."



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Authorization Brings Brand One Step Closer to Autonomy in Production Process of Cannabis Product Assortment.

BOSTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
NEO Alternatives, a U.S. based company reshaping the CBD and Cannabis wellness category, today announces receipt of a special permit in the town of Medway, MA granting the company the ability to obtain licenses for cultivating and manufacturing Cannabis products within the state.
In a recent unanimous vote, Board Members in the town of Medway granted NEO a Special Permit, marking the last in a series of milestones needed by NEO to complete pre-provisional licensing. This vertical will enable NEO to tightly control their chain of custody for better research and development of property products. This will also allow NEO to execute licensing agreements with leading extraction and cultivation firms, as well as continue growing their brand portfolio, through strategic partnerships that align with their company goals of creating highly effective, sustainable products in the health and wellness space.
Once granted approval of application completion by the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), a provisional license will follow within 90 days. While these processes are underway, NEO plans on moving forward with the final design and engineering stages of their 29,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility with full-scale production scheduled for commencement in early summer 2020.
"I am excited to be at the forefront of NEO's launch into the Massachusetts Cannabis Market," said Jaime Lewis, Executive Vice President of NEO Alternatives. Lewis previously served three terms as the Chairwoman of the National Cannabis Industry Association and is a member of the Massachusetts Cannabis Commission's Advisory Board. "As a female pioneer in the Cannabis Industry, I have had the opportunity to work in many new emerging markets throughout the US. Having had to prove myself over and over throughout the years, has pushed me to excel and expand my vision." She continues, "NEO is the culmination of these efforts and we look forward to introducing a science-based cannabis product line as well as creating an empowerment space for women to further the advancement of the Cannabis Industry as a whole."
Once the facility buildout and redesigns are completed, NEO will begin the cultivation and production process with a focus on topicals and edibles, utilizing certified organic medical plants for their high-quality blends and recipes.
For more information on NEO Alternatives, please visit: http://www.neoalts.com
To schedule an interview with a senior member of the NEO Alternatives team, please contact Adam McCollum (adam@arm-communications.com / (213) 394-6688).
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About NEO Alternatives 
NEO Alternatives (NEO) is an innovative health and wellness company focused on redefining and elevating the Cannabis and CBD ecosphere. As a trailblazer and category disruptor, NEO's portfolio of superior, premium-grade consumer brands and production facilities are at the forefront of defining the future of the cannabis and hemp industry. All NEO brands and products follow state-of-the-art agricultural practices while the company's endeavors are also designed around strict protocols mandating the highest standards in production. These mandates include organic sourcing that follows sustainable, ethical, and eco-sensitive procedures; using natural and effective ingredients while also employing third-party testing and validation. NEO's management team is comprised of industry leaders from the worlds of Cannabis, advertising, marketing, branding, finance and sales. For more information, please visit: http://www.neoalts.com
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Reviewed and approved NJ Top Doc, Dr. Prabhat K. Sinha of Ocean Family & Geriatric Associates in Toms River, New Jersey is now accepting new patients.

SCOTCH PLAINS, N.J. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Dr. Prabhat K. Sinha specializes in family medicine at his practice, Ocean Family & Geriatric Associates, located in Toms River, New Jersey. Dr. Sinha offers high quality health care for a wide variety of acute and chronic medical conditions, including minor illnesses, injuries and managing and treating complex medical issues, such as diabetes, pulmonary, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and renal conditions.
Dr. Sinha graduated from M.G.M. Medical School with his medical degree prior to completing his residency at the Jersey Shore University Medical Center. He has over 27 years of experience in the field of medicine.
Ocean Family & Geriatric Associates offers pain management strategies for chronic, debilitating orthopedic pain conditions. The practice also offers preventive services including comprehensive physical exams, immunizations, labs, radiology testing and health screenings.
Dr. Sinha and his practice's mission is to improve the lives of every patient by treating the whole patient. He strives to improve health and promote healthy lifestyles, prevent disease progression, provide support and rehabilitation for advanced conditions in a caring and collaborative environment.
He is affiliated with numerous hospitals in New Jersey including Community Medical Center.
Dr. Sinha is currently accepting new patients at his Toms River medical practice. He is available for appointments, preventive care, and medical care as well as ongoing patient care.
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Rossmoor Retail Partners, LLC is pleased to announce that John Muir Health recently signed a long-term lease to build a new, state-of-the-art medical facility at Rossmoor Shopping Center. A welcome addition to the newly renovated retail and mixed-use center, the 11,711 square foot medical office facility will include multiple exam rooms, physical therapy space and lab services. Moving from its current location at 1220 Rossmoor Parkway, the newly built facility is scheduled to open in late 2020.
The new location is across the street from John Muir Health's current clinic and provides convenient access and ample parking. With many other services available in the recently redeveloped Rossmoor Shopping Center, it also offers one-stop shopping for patients. "John Muir Health is committed to caring for the Tice Valley/Rossmoor community and surrounding areas. We're excited to be able to offer patients high-quality care and a range of services in a healing environment in our new space," said Laura Kazaglis, vice president, practice operations, John Muir Health.
John Muir Health is one of several new tenants at the Rossmoor Shopping Center including a new CVS with drive-through, new Starbucks with drive-through, Salons by JC, BurgerIM and many others. The revived center is dotted with plazas for friends and family gatherings, hundreds of new trees, lush plantings, bike racks; beautiful, eco-friendly lighting, highly accessible parking, electric car chargers and more.
"We're pleased to add John Muir Health to our dynamic tenant-mix. We have created a modern-day mixed-use credit tenant redevelopment that is internet proof and one that will thrive along with online retailing," said Terrence Tallen, principal, Tallen Capital Partners, one of the property's owners, along with Citivest, and co-managing member of Rossmoor Retail Partners, LLC. "The new John Muir Health lease further underscores our commitment to establish the Rossmoor Shopping Center as the centerpiece of the community and to serve the needs of the Rossmoor Retirement Community as well as all residents and visitors to greater Walnut Creek," said Mr. Tallen.
James Chung and Nicole Lyon of Cushman & Wakefield represented Rossmoor Retail Partners and Trent Barmby of JLL represented John Muir Health.
About Tallen Capital Partners, LLC 
Tallen Capital Partners, LLC, is a privately held, vertically integrated, real estate investment, development and asset services company. Tallen Capital Partners, LLC, specializes in repositioning retail and mixed-use properties and invests in value add properties throughout the Western US. The firm is led by Terrence Tallen, a 30-year veteran in retail real estate industry and one of the San Francisco Bay Area's leading retail acquirers, investors and developers. Prior to founding Tallen Capital Partners, Terrence served as a principal and senior executive with several of the largest public and private real estate organizations in the United States.
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About Citivest 
Citivest is a full-service real estate investment company specializing in adding value and achieving excellent returns for its investors through strategic acquisitions, ground-up development, and property repositioning, including renovation, leasing, and management improvements. Dwight Belden, chief operating officer directs the operational and transactional activities of the firm's projects with more than 30 years of development and investment experience in the Western United States.
About John Muir Health 
John Muir Health is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health care organization east of San Francisco serving patients in Contra Costa, eastern Alameda and southern Solano Counties. It includes a network of more than 1,000 primary care and specialty physicians, nearly 6,000 employees, medical centers in Concord and Walnut Creek, including Contra Costa County's only trauma center, and a Behavioral Health Center. John Muir Health also has partnerships with UCSF Health, Tenet Healthcare/San Ramon Regional Medical Center and Stanford Children's Health. The health system offers a full-range of medical services, including primary care, outpatient and imaging services, and is widely recognized as a leader in many specialties – neurosciences, orthopedic, cancer, gynecologic surgery, cardiovascular, trauma, emergency, pediatrics and high-risk obstetrics care.
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Researchers Move One Step Closer to Curing Diabetes.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have discovered a novel combination of two classes of drugs that, together, cause the highest rate of proliferation ever observed in adult human beta cells—the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin—without harming most other cells in the body. The result is an important step toward a diabetes treatment that restores the body's ability to produce insulin.
The finding involved one type of drug that is known to cause beta cells to proliferate and another that is already in widespread use in people with diabetes. Together, they caused the cells to proliferate at a rate of 5 to 6 percent per day. The study was published today in Science Translational Medicine online. For a video about this study click here.
"We are very excited about this new drug combination because for the first time ever, we are able to see rates of human beta cell replication that are sufficient to replenish beta cell mass in humans with diabetes," said Andrew Stewart, MD, Director of the Mount Sinai Diabetes, Obesity, and Metabolism Institute and lead author of the study.
Diabetes occurs when there are not enough beta cells in the pancreas, or when those beta cells secrete too little insulin, the hormone required to keep blood sugar levels in the normal range. Approximately 30 million people in the United States have diabetes and nearly 50 to 80 million more are living with prediabetes (also called "metabolic syndrome"). Diabetes can lead to major medical complications: heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, blindness, and limb amputation.
In type 1 diabetes, the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys beta cells. A deficiency of functioning beta cells is also an important contributor to type 2 diabetes, the most common type of diabetes. Thus, developing drugs that can increase the number of healthy beta cells is a major priority in diabetes research.
According to Dr. Stewart, none of the diabetes drugs currently on the market can induce beta cell regeneration in people with diabetes. In parallel with the Mount Sinai work, other researchers are studying pancreatic transplantation, beta cell transplantation, and stem cell replacement of beta cells for people with diabetes, but none of these approaches is in widespread use.
"This is a very exciting discovery in the field of diabetes and is a key next step in drug development for this disease," said Dennis S. Charney, MD, Anne and Joel Ehrenkranz Dean, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. "This important work truly holds promise for so many people."
In 2015, Dr. Stewart and his team published a paper in Nature Medicine that showed that harmine, a drug that inhibits the enzyme dual specificity tyrosine-regulated kinase 1A (DYRK1A), induced multiplication of adult human beta cells. In that study, his team also discovered that harmine treatment led to normal control of blood sugar and proliferation in human beta cells in diabetic mice whose beta cells had been replaced with small numbers of transplanted human beta cells. While this was a major advance, the proliferation rate was lower than needed to rapidly expand beta cells in people with diabetes.
This current paper builds upon a study that Dr. Stewart and his team published in Cell Metabolism in December 2018 where they discovered that DYRK1A inhibitors combined with another drug that inhibits transforming growth factor beta superfamily members (TGFβSF), also known as a family of proteins with various biological processes such as growth, development, tissue homeostasis and immune system, could cause beta cells to proliferate at a rate of 5 to 8 percent per day. However, according to Dr. Stewart, TGFβSF's would likely have side effects on other organs in the body that would prevent clinical use.
The next challenge was developing ways to target regenerative drugs to the beta cells while avoiding other cells and organs in the body where they may elicit adverse effects.
In the study published today, titled "GLP-1 receptor agonists synergize with DYRK1A inhibitors to potentiate functional human beta cell regeneration," Dr. Stewart and his team combined DYRK1A inhibitors like harmine with a class of beta cell-targeting drugs, also known as GLP1R agonists, which are already in widespread use in people with type 2 diabetes. They showed—in beta cells from normal people and people with type 2 diabetes, both in the tissue culture dishes and in human beta cells transplanted into mice—that combining harmine (or any other DYRK1A inhibitor) with any of the many GLP1R agonist drugs currently on the market for diabetes yields high rates of human beta cell replication, and does so in a way that is highly selective for the beta cell.
The project arose from the PhD thesis of an Icahn School of Medicine graduate student, Courtney Ackeifi, now a postdoctoral fellow in Dr. Stewart's lab and first author of the paper, who explored a broad spectrum of potential drug partners that could enhance the beta cell regenerative efficacy and selectivity of harmine.
Dr. Ackeifi of the discovery said, "The beauty here is that the combination of DYRK1A inhibitors with GLP1R agonists achieves the highest rate of human beta cell replication possible, and does so in a highly specific way. This is an important advance in the field of diabetes because we may have found a way to convert a widely used class of diabetes drugs into a potent human beta cell regenerative treatment for all forms of diabetes."
"We know that a critical pathway to drive a cure for type 1 diabetes includes transplanting insulin-producing beta cells into people or enticing their existing beta cells to start multiplying," explains Francis Martin, JDRF Director of Research. "It is exciting to learn from the work of Dr. Stewart and his team that GLP1R agonists could increase the effect of the recently discovered agents that promote multiplication. Using GLP1R offers a means to boost the effect while also improving the safety of this type of drug."
The next goals of the project are to perform long-term studies in animals transplanted with human beta cells, and to determine if any cells or organs in the body other than beta cells are affected by the new drug combination.
This work was supported by funding from: NIH grants T32 GM062754 (to CA), DK105015 (to AFS), DK105015-01A1S1 (to CA), P-30 DK 020541 (to AFS and AG-O) and UC4 DK104211 (to AFS), by JDRF Grants 2-SRA- 2015-62 (to AFS) and 2-SRA-2017 514-S-B (to AFS), and by the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Also making key research contributions were Esra Karakose, PhD; Hongtao Liu, BS; Jessica Wilson, BS; Ethan Swartz, BS; Cecilia Berroute, BS; Yansui Li, MD; Kunal Kumar, PhD; Roberto Sanchez, PhD; Robert DeVita, PhD; Dirk Homann, MD, PhD; Donald K. Scott, PhD; and Adolfo Garcia-Ocaña, PhD from the Diabetes, Obesity, and Metabolism Institute, the Department of Pharmacological Sciences, and The Drug Discovery Institute at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Additional investigators included researchers from The Naomi Berrie Diabetes Center and the Columbia Stem Cell Center at Columbia University (Bryan J. González, BS; Dieter Egli, PhD); The Department of Pharmacology and The Alberta Diabetes Institute, The University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (Jocelyn E. Manning Fox, PhD; Patrick E. MacDonald, PhD); and the Center for Integrative Genomics at the University of Lausanne in Switzerland (Bernard Thorens, PhD).
About JDRF 
JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our mission is to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications. To accomplish this, JDRF has invested more than $2.2 billion in research funding since our inception. We are an organization built on a grassroots model of people connecting in their local communities, collaborating regionally for efficiency and broader fundraising impact, and uniting on a national stage to pool resources, passion, and energy. We collaborate with academic institutions, policymakers, and corporate and industry partners to develop and deliver a pipeline of innovative therapies to people living with T1D. Our staff and volunteers throughout the United States and our six international affiliates are dedicated to advocacy, community engagement and our vision of a world without T1D. For more information, please visit jdrf.org or follow us on Twitter: @JDRF.
About the Mount Sinai Health System 
The Mount Sinai Health System is New York City's largest academic medical system, encompassing eight hospitals, a leading medical school, and a vast network of ambulatory practices throughout the greater New York region. Mount Sinai is a national and international source of unrivaled education, translational research and discovery, and collaborative clinical leadership ensuring that we deliver the highest quality care—from prevention to treatment of the most serious and complex human diseases. The Health System includes more than 7,200 physicians and features a robust and continually expanding network of multispecialty services, including more than 400 ambulatory practice locations throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, and Long Island. The Mount Sinai Hospital is ranked No. 14 on U.S. News & World Report's "Honor Roll" of the Top 20 Best Hospitals in the country and the Icahn School of Medicine as one of the Top 20 Best Medical Schools in country. Mount Sinai Health System hospitals are consistently ranked regionally by specialty and our physicians in the top 1% of all physicians nationally by U.S. News & World Report. For more information, visit https://www.mountsinai.org or find Mount Sinai on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.



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DocASAP's newest updates enable healthcare providers and health plans to proactively engage consumers in their care plans including prescription refill reminders and appointment management

HERNDON, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
DocASAP, the most advanced patient access and engagement platform for health systems, health plans and physician groups, today announced new capabilities to its existing platform that encourage patients and health plan members to play a more active role in their health and streamline access to care. Powered by DocASAP's patient outreach framework, healthcare organizations will save time and resources conducting outreach, deliver better health outcomes and reduce costs.
A recent healthcare consumer survey found that 53% of Americans had missed a healthcare provider or hospital appointment within the last year. With the rise in healthcare consumerism, patients expect a convenient, on-demand, end-to-end, seamless experience on their terms. When asked their preferred method for receiving an appointment reminder, 52% selected digital methods (i.e. email or text message) versus 33% who selected the traditional method (i.e. phone call). As for post-appointment communication preferences, 58% of Americans selected digital methods (i.e. email, text message, online portal or mobile app) versus 31% of Americans who selected the traditional method (i.e. phone call). As digital communications become the new norm for patient engagement, DocASAP has expanded its outreach capabilities to meet the needs of consumers and help healthcare organizations reach them at important points in their healthcare journey.
"At ColumbiaDoctors, we are known for delivering world-class specialty patient care," said Roe Long, Chief Operating Officer of ColumbiaDoctors. "DocASAP's patient engagement capabilities allow us to open doors to patients, giving them more control over their care, and allowing them to manage their appointments. Through DocASAP, we're able to ensure that our patients are able to find the right specialist for their needs."
Key platform features include: 

Actionable Outreach: healthcare systems and health plans can engage patients and health plan members through timely notifications that enable them to conveniently schedule an appointment. This outreach helps address missed milestones and support prevention and wellness initiatives based on patients' individual care plans and communication preferences.

Instant Prescription Notifications: patients can now receive actionable, customized notifications regarding their prescriptions to ensure they never miss a pickup or refill.

Reschedule No-shows: patients can be alerted to reschedule an appointment they missed. This complements existing appointment reminders that enable patients to reschedule or cancel an appointment as well as access information they need to better prepare for their visit.

Private Labeled: healthcare organizations can implement their brand identity across the consumer's digital experience.

"Health systems and health plans are increasingly looking for innovative ways to improve patient and member engagement and streamline access to care," said Puneet Maheshwari, co-founder and CEO of DocASAP. "These new capabilities reflect our ongoing commitment to helping them achieve these strategic objectives, while reaffirming DocASAP's position as the leading patient access and engagement platform in the market."
These enhancements to DocASAP's patient access and engagement platform complement its award-winning online scheduling solution, provider search and navigation, access center and point-of-care scheduling, care-driven reminders and provider data management solutions. Today, DocASAP's patient access and engagement platform serves some of the largest health systems and health plans, thousands of providers and millions of patients nationwide.
For more information on DocASAP's newest engagement capabilities, visit https://docasap.com/platform/care-driven-patient-engagement-and-reminders/
About DocASAP 
DocASAP provides the leading patient access and engagement platform for health systems, health plans and physician groups. The platform addresses one of healthcare's biggest challenges – access to care – by helping navigate patients and members to the right provider and care setting at the right time. Backed and promoted in the market by Aetna, Anthem and UnitedHealthcare, DocASAP builds unique payer-provider connections with an eye towards simplified access, increased care compliance and improved population risk management. DocASAP's provider search and navigation, online scheduling, access center and point-of-care scheduling, provider data management and care-driven reminders help optimize access throughout the healthcare journey to improve outcomes, reduce costs and create a better experience. For more information, visit http://docasap.com or follow on Twitter @DocASAP.

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"DocASAP's patient engagement capabilities allow us to open doors to patients, giving them more control over their care, and allowing them to manage their appointments," said Roe Long, Chief Operating Officer of ColumbiaDoctors.




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Pharmaceutical exclusivity rules are complex and constantly changing. Webinar helps one navigate new developments.

FALLS CHURCH, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Pharmaceutical Exclusivity: 
Navigating the Complex and Changing Rules 
An FDAnews Webinar 
Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020, 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. EST 
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Change is the only constant when it comes to FDA exclusivity rules and how they affect pharmaceutical and biological products. Not knowing the latest developments could cause major delays in development, lose years of protection and cost the company millions of dollars.
Join us on Feb. 27 to get up to speed on key updates:
● Familiarize oneself with the nuances of the new standard governing the scope of 3-year clinical investigation exclusivity and how that can affect FDA approval decisions, particularly 505(b)(2) applications 
● Assess recent developments regarding orphan drug exclusivity, such as when exclusivity can be revoked and how FDA allows companies to evergreen it 
● Critically evaluate the impacts of the upcoming March 23, 2020 transition of several important protein products, such as insulin, from being regulated as drugs to being regulated as biologics 
● Get a sense of current legislative proposals aimed at exclusivity, including 180-day generic drug exclusivity, orphan drug exclusivity and other products
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Pharmaceutical Exclusivity: 
Navigating the Complex and Changing Rules 
An FDAnews Webinar 
Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020, 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. EST 
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Sun Genomics is announcing the launch of the Floré mobile application, enabling customers to easily access their Gut Health Analysis today. The mobile application is focusing on helping users, particularly those on the go, accessing and tracking their gut health in real-time. The app can be used as a resource for those interested in gut health, showcasing gut health facts such as, which foods affect your microbes, how your brain and gut are connected and how microbes in the gut of infants and adults differ.
Sun Genomics offers comprehensive microbiome analysis and customized probiotic solutions under the Floré brand that improves overall health through personalized science. Floré empowers consumers to analyze their microbiome and take precision probiotics, which results in positive changes in their microbiome. By using DNA sequencing, Floré formulates the right prebiotics and probiotics for overall health and delivers the product directly to the customer's door. With the launch of the Sun Genomics' app, the company is delivering detailed and action-oriented information on each customer's gut health directly to their smartphone.
"Just as the mapping of the human genome 20 years ago changed so many avenues of modern life, from solving crimes to addressing nutrient shortfalls, the mapping of the human microbiome will have similarly profound results rippling across all areas of human health. The gut is not just home to digestion, but also immune function—and recent discoveries of the gut/brain axis offer tantalizing clues to the widespread benefit of the friendly bacteria known as probiotics. (Even prebiotic fibers are starting to see their day in the sun)," said Todd Runestad, Senior Editor, Ingredients & Supplements at New Hope Network & Natural Products INSIDER. "As the democratization of data proliferates, making health choices simpler and easier to access, we should find that tweaking our microbiome can benefit our health in ways we can now still only imagine. The microbiome should be the story of the '20s."
After a customer has completed and submitted their stool sample to Sun Genomics and received the test results, they then download the Sun Genomics app and establish their profile. From there, they can start tracking their gut health directly on all iOS and Android devices. Features of the mobile app include: 

Update Profile: Users can change their information or can create new profiles.

Health and Diet Survey: After completing a survey on their personal health and diet, the app then presents users with suggested healthy recipes tailored to their own personal gut health.

Probiotics in Your Gut: Displays the list and quantity of probiotics in the users stool sample, along with the allowable range for each. It also provides reference links to further information, including videos, to help users get further information.

Weekly Survey: Users can complete surveys each week on the changes they experience after each week of their probiotic plan.

Custom Recipe Guidance: Users will receive customized gut friendly recipes based on their dietary preferences.

"In order to make substantive improvements in their lives and overall health, people require the right information at the right time and we are delivering this exact, actionable information in the palm of their hands," said Sunny Jain, CEO and founder of Sun Genomics. "While people have the best of intentions on their diets and habits, the unpredictability of life on the move often gets in the way, which is why it is so important to know the negative impact of your behavior and have the solution to address it. Through our mobile app and Sun Genomics Floré, we are making it easier than ever to ensure that your health is on track for longevity."
The comprehensive Sun Genomics' gut health solution, Floré, incorporating microbiome analysis with personalized probiotics tailored to each personal individual microbiome is available directly at http://www.sungenomics.com.
About Sun Genomics 
Sun Genomics is a first-of-its-kind, customized probiotics startup with the mission is to improve gut health through personalized science. The company's first consumer product, Floré, allows consumers to analyze their microbiome and take precision probiotics, allowing them to experience positive changes in their microbiome. By using DNA sequencing, Floré formulates the right probiotics for overall health and delivers it directly to the customer's door. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Media Contact: 
Chris Powell 
BOCA Communications 
415.310.2357 
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Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants (CBC) will host a Five-Day Foundational Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) workshop July 6 through July 10, 2020 at the Schwartzberg Training Center at CBC, located at 1 North Broadway in White Plains, New York, only thirty minutes north of Manhattan. This Workshop is for mental health professionals and students interested in building and deepening their understanding of CBT principles in clinical practice. Thirty three Continuing Education Credit Hours will be offered for this training to NY Social Workers and all Psychologists.

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
CBT Foundational Workshop Scheduled for Clinicians
The Five-Day Training provides participants with 33 CE credits and the required hours necessary to apply for credentialing through the Academy of Cognitive Therapy
Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants (CBC) will host a Five-Day Foundational Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) workshop July 6 through July 10, 2020 at the Schwartzberg Training Center at CBC, located at 1 North Broadway in White Plains, New York, only thirty minutes north of Manhattan. This Workshop is for mental health professionals and students interested in building and deepening their understanding of CBT principles in clinical practice. Thirty three Continuing Education Credit Hours will be offered for this training to NY Social Workers and all Psychologists.
This intensive five-day training program, now in its seventh year, was created by Dr. Lata K. McGinn in response to multiple requests from clinicians who often learn Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through self-study or workshops and are looking to increase their ability to apply CBT concepts and strategies in their current practices. Clinicians also have the valuable opportunity to receive ongoing consultation following the training. Upon completion, attendees will have received the required hours of training in cognitive behavior therapy necessary to apply to become a Certified Diplomate through the Academy of Cognitive Therapy.
The training will cover a range of strategies, foundational to advanced, including: 

Creating a CBT case conceptualization with the client's participation to produce meaningful treatment plans and guide therapeutic interventions

Defining behavioral targets with precision and measuring treatment outcomes

Utilizing specific cognitive and behavioral strategies, including psychoeducation, cognitive restructuring, exposure and response prevention, skills training and more

Using CBT with couples, parents, and children/adolescents

Mental health professionals and students interested in building and deepening their understanding of CBT principles in practice are invited to attend. Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants (CBC) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CBC maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Cognitive and Behavioral Consultants, SW CPE, is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board of Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0219.
Workshop registration postmarked before June 8th is $1,400 or $1,200 for students. For more information or to register, visit http://cbc-psychology.com/events/five-day-cbt-foundationalQuestions can be directed to 914-385-1150 or via email at training@cbc-psychology.com. Group rates are available upon request.
About Cognitive & Behavioral Consultants, LLP 
CBC is a clinical and training center comprised of internationally recognized mental health professionals who have researched, pioneered, and are highly experienced in training and providing consultation to mental health professionals, as well as delivering cutting edge evidence-based treatments that help adults, adolescents, and children live more fulfilled lives. Founded in 2004 by Drs. Lata K. McGinn and Alec L. Miller, leaders in the fields of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, the CBC team provides a large array of Clinical and Wellness services to the public, provides Custom Designed Programs for schools, agencies, and businesses, and Continuing Education for Professionals in the field of psychology.

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Lata K. McGinn, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of Cognitive Behavioral Consultants.

This five-day training program, now in its seventh year, was created by Dr. Lata K. McGinn in response to requests from clinicians who often learn Cognitive Behavioral Therapy through self-study and are looking to increase their ability to apply CBT strategies in their current practices.



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NDA Partners Chairman Carl Peck, MD, announced today that Monika Richter, a senior regulatory affairs and quality executive with more than 20 years of international experience in the pharmaceutical industry, has joined the firm as an Expert Consultant. Prior to joining NDA Partners, Ms. Richter served in several senior executive positions at Boehringer Ingelheim.

ROCHELLE, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 12, 2020
NDA Partners Chairman Carl Peck, MD, announced today that Monika Richter, a senior regulatory affairs and quality executive with more than 20 years of international experience in the pharmaceutical industry, has joined the firm as an Expert Consultant.
Prior to joining NDA Partners, Ms. Richter served in several senior executive positions at Boehringer Ingelheim, including Senior Vice President of Global Regulatory Affairs and Vice President of Global Quality Management Medicine. During her tenure as Senior Vice President of Global Regulatory Affairs, she successfully directed and oversaw the development and execution of regulatory strategies for development programs, approved products, and respective filings across all therapeutic areas to Health Authorities worldwide, including the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and European Medicines Authority (EMA).
Ms. Richter has also worked at both the United States and German operating units and global headquarters of Boehringer Ingelheim, where she directed interactions with the FDA, the Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices (BfArM)/Paul-Ehrlich-Institut (PEI), and European Authorities. Additionally, under her leadership as head of Global Quality Management, the company's Quality Management System was further developed, including a simplified SOP – System and integrated quality strategy.
In her early career, Ms. Richter served in regulatory affairs leadership positions at Fresenius Medical Care (Bad Homburg, Germany), Merck Generika, and Desitin Arzneimittel GmbH.
According to Dr. Carl Peck, "Ms. Richter's extensive experience in regulatory affairs and quality in the pharmaceutical industry in both the US and EU will provide an outstanding resource to our drug development clients. We are very pleased to welcome her to NDA Partners."
Ms. Richter earned a Diploma in Microbiology, Biochemistry, and Botany from the University of Hamburg (Hamburg, Germany) and a Vordiplom in Biology from the University of Oldenburg (Oldenburg, Germany).
About NDA Partners 
NDA Partners is a life sciences management consulting and contract development organization (CDO) focused on providing product development and regulatory services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries worldwide. The highly experienced Principals and Expert Consultants in NDA Partners include three former FDA Center Directors; the former Chief Executive Officer and Chief Science Officer at the United States Pharmacopeial Convention (USP); an international team of more than 100 former pharmaceutical industry and regulatory agency senior executives; and an extensive roster of highly proficient experts in specialized areas including nonclinical development, toxicology, pharmacokinetics, CMC, medical device design control and quality systems, clinical development, regulatory submissions, and development program management. Services include product development and regulatory strategy, expert consulting, high-impact project teams, and contract management of client product development programs.
Contact 
Earle Martin, Chief Executive Officer 
Office: 540-738-2550 
MartinEarle@ndapartners.com

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Ms. Richter's extensive experience in regulatory affairs and quality in the pharmaceutical industry in both the US and EU will provide an outstanding resource to our drug development clients.



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Two-day workshop teaches attendees the practical techniques needed for writing fast-read, flexible and compliant SOPs.

FALLS CHURCH, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
SOPs for the 21st Century 
Why Less is More 
March 19-20, 2020 
Doubletree Hotel Philadelphia Center City • Philadelphia, PA 
https://www.fdanews.com/sops
Early bird pricing for the SOPs for the 21st Century: Why Less is More Workshop ends on Feb. 20.
Are the current SOPs written for the auditor, or to help the staff? Far too often, SOP documents end up reading like some complicated legal document when what the people really need is something they can quickly skim and digest every day.
This workshop provides one with an opportunity to hear from John Avellanet — an acknowledged SOP expert who's defended SOPs and policies to government inspectors and litigators alike — who will show attendees the practical techniques to streamline and simplify policies and procedures, all while strengthening compliance. And one will also share experiences and learn from fellow attendees who are confronting the same issues.
By attending this critical workshop and attendees will find out:
•What inspection questions to expect about SOPs and policies 
•How to take advantage of the Policy-SOP-Task Outline hierarchy 
•How to use forms, checklists, and templates to reinforce compliance 
•How to make procedures and policies less like a wall of text, and more understandable and followable 
•And much more...
Attend this highly-interactive, two-day workshop that will teach the practical techniques needed for writing fast-read, flexible and compliant SOPs — SOPs that will meet FDA requirements as well as today's globalized expectations.
Early bird pricing ends on Wednesday, Feb. 20.
Conference Details: 
SOPs for the 21st Century 
Why Less is More 
March 19-20, 2020 
Doubletree Hotel Philadelphia Center City • Philadelphia, PA 
https://www.fdanews.com/sops
Tuition: 
Early Bird Pricing: $1,597 (available until Feb. 20, 2020) 
Regular Pricing: $1,797 (after Feb. 20, 2020) 
Significant team discounts are available.
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Croner translates her journey with an autoimmune disease into a career dedicated to fostering collaboration between patient leaders and life sciences companies

BOSTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
WEGO Health this week announced that Julie Croner, vice president of the company's Patient Leader Network, has been recognized by MM&M as one of the most influential leaders under the age of 40 in the pharma and healthcare marketing sectors.
MM&M today released its first-ever "40 Under 40" list, featuring 40 inspiring leaders who early in their careers have shown great promise, talent and creativity in the pharma and healthcare marketing industries. Croner joins a class of inductees from a variety of employers, ranging from pharma, biotech companies and agencies to device manufacturers, analytics firms and health media.
"MM&M has come across so many young people who are poised to lead medical marketing for the next few decades," said Steve Madden, MM&M General Manager and Editor-in-Chief. "40 Under 40 marks our first, but certainly not last, effort to shine a light on the industry's abundance of inspiring young talent."
Croner joined WEGO Health in 2016 as Patient Leader Network Director after working with the company on a freelance basis as a patient influencer in the autoimmune community. Her work in patient advocacy began following her diagnosis and treatment for psoriatic arthritis, which led her to start a blog and become a certified holistic health coach.
"Between my professional background and my health experience, I know that flipping the script and changing our system for the better is what I was born to do," Croner said. "The patient voice deserves to be heard and healthcare needs to be working with patient leaders to make real change. I'm so excited to be part of the movement and a small driver in the change that is occurring."
The MM&M inductees will be celebrated at an awards reception in New York City on the night of May 12. For more information on the 40 Under 40 list and recipients, please visit https://www.mmm-online.com/home/channel/mmm-reveals-its-inaugural-class-of-40-under-40-honorees/.
About WEGO Health
WEGO Health combines the power of consumer insights and patient-driven content with the science of influencer-driven marketing to deliver unparalleled ROI for the world's most innovative life sciences companies. Founded in 2007, WEGO Health facilitates collaboration between healthcare companies and a network of more than 100,000 patient advocates, thought leaders and influencers across chronic, complex and rare health conditions. For more information, visit http://www.wegohealth.com.
Media Contact 
Chelsea Freeburn 
chelsea.freeburn@wegohealth.com 
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Embrace Health and Rehab offers clients flexible scheduling options and features the clinical acumen and compassion of board-certified women's health clinical specialist Dr. Christine Klein, PT

ROCKLEDGE, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Embrace Health and Rehab, PA, a physical therapy practice specializing in pelvic floor and obstetric physical therapy for women, is pleased to announce the opening of its new practice based out of Rockledge, Florida.
The new practice is the vision of a highly regarded women's health clinical specialist, Dr. Christine Klein, who has been practicing orthopedic physical therapy for 13 years and pelvic floor physical therapy for the past six years in Brevard County. Klein is also a certified personal trainer through NASM, National Academy of Sports Medicine, certified pre- and post-natal coach, and a member of the Global Pelvic Health Alliance.
Embrace Health and Rehab is pleased to offer comprehensive physical therapy services for women that focus not only on rehabilitation but also on prevention and education to live your life pain and dysfunction free. Pelvic floor physical therapy services are available throughout a woman's lifespan, with special focus on prenatal and postpartum physical therapy and fitness.
"Women's health physical therapy is like the missing piece of a puzzle. Focus is on body systems working together in harmony to rehabilitate from dysfunction and prevent future injury," said Dr. Christine Klein, owner of Embrace Health and Rehab. "Helping women return to a life free of pelvic floor dysfunction and/or fear of pelvic floor dysfunction has been extremely rewarding and I'm thrilled to get to bring my services to those who need it."
Embrace Health and Rehab is currently accepting new patients and is a fee for service provider, collecting payment at the time of service. Payments can be made using FSA or HSA accounts, can be applied to your insurance deductible, and can potentially be reimbursed from your insurance company.
About Embrace Health and Rehab
Embrace Health and Rehab is a woman-owned physical therapy clinic specializing in pelvic floor and obstetric physical therapy for women. Owner, Dr. Christine Klein has helped hundreds of women in Brevard County with rehabilitation of the pelvic floor. She is board-certified Women's Health Clinical Specialist through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. She also received her personal training certification through NASM, National Academy of Sports Medicine, and a certified pre- and post-natal coach through Girls Gone Strong to provide women who are pregnant or postpartum superior care to help achieve their fitness goals safely.
For more information about Embrace Health and Rehab, visit https://www.embracehealthandrehab.com/ or follow us on Facebook @embracehealthandrehab, Instagram @embracehealthptmom or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drchristinekleinpt



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New easy-to-roll lounge chair cushion combines comfort and convenience

KENT, WASH. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Bulky outdoor furniture cushions that are difficult to move and store are a thing of the past thanks to the new Storigami FadeSafe Cushion. Sleek, comfortable and designed for easy handling, this latest innovation from Classic Accessories, the leading manufacturer of high-quality, benefit-rich protective covers and outdoor living solutions, offers a hassle-free alternative to unwieldy chaise lounge cushions.
As its name implies, the Storigami collection is designed to simplify and accelerate the folding and storing of outdoor living essentials – from furniture and grill covers to cushions. The new FadeSafe Cushion delivers on that promise by rolling into a compact coil for simple storage, while also providing comfort that contours the body and maximum fade resistance for long-lasting aesthetics.
"This new cushion combines the signature ease of Storigami with the premium durability of our FadeSafe fabrics," explained Brian Bozlinski, CEO for Classic Accessories. "It's a natural extension for the Storigami collection offering convenient storage, luxurious comfort and resilience to last season after season."
Made with solution-dyed fabrics for long-lasting color and vibrancy, and specially treated for water resistance, the Storigami FadeSafe Cushion effortlessly repels moisture and fading, as well as wear and tear. Other key features include: 

Maximum comfort and style – Using channeled foam, the cushion easily shapes to furniture seating, emulating the silhouette of any chaise lounge chair. A sleek headrest pillow enhances comfort, while the distinctive fabrics add a pop of color to any patio setting.

Secure fit – The patented WindLock system properly secures the cushion to the chair at its base with adjustable straps and buckles to ensure a proper fit and to prevent unwanted movement. Additional strapping is provided to keep the headrest pillow in place.

Intuitive storage – When it's time to close up your outdoor space, simply roll the cushion and secure it with the handy button-and-loop closure for compact, protected storage or travel.

The Storigami FadeSafe Cushion comes in three convenient sizes – 72"L x 21"W, 74"L x 23"W and 80"L x 26" – for use with virtually any outdoor chaise lounge. It is available in six eye-catching colors from the brand's popular Montlake collection, including Antique Beige, Heather Fern, Heather Grey, Heather Henna, Heather Indigo and Light Charcoal. Suggested retail prices range from $124.99-$144.99.
In addition to the new FadeSafe Cushion, the Storigami collection includes protective covers with the same purposeful construction and user-friendly features for patio chairs, loveseats, chaise lounges, sectionals, dining table and chair sets, grills and general purpose uses.
The entire Storigami collection, including the new FadeSafe Cushion, is available for purchase through https://classicaccessories.com/, along with many other leading online retailers. For more information, visit https://classicaccessories.com/.
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About Classic Accessories 
Classic Accessories began in 1983 in a small basement in Seattle, WA, where founder Jacob Engelstein created automotive accessories such as seatbelt pads, steering wheel covers and fuzzy dice. Over the past three decades, the company has steadily expanded its capabilities, distribution channels and portfolio of product offerings. Today, Classic Accessories is the leading manufacturer of high quality, benefit-rich protective covers, furnishings and accessories for outdoor living and today's active lifestyles.
The Classic Accessories family of brands includes Classic Accessories, a premium line of covers and outdoor living furnishings; Duck Covers, a mid-tier brand offering covers, hammocks, umbrellas, and cushions in trending colors and styles at accessible price points; and Cover Bonanza, which offers lower-priced, branded products, along with off-price and discontinued items.
Classic Accessories products are sold globally through hundreds of retail partners, as well as through our own websites and direct-to-consumer catalog. Classic Accessories also produces OEM products and private label programs for many national brands and retailers. For more information, visit https://classicaccessories.com/.



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Worldwide Business with kathy ireland is pleased to announce an exclusive interview with Borbón Skincare Founder and Leukemia Lymphoma Society's Woman of The Year Candidate Carmen Milagro to discuss their massage serums, revitalizing facials and invigorating body polishes.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Worldwide Business with kathy ireland is pleased to announce an exclusive interview with Borbón Skincare Founder and Leukemia Lymphoma Society's Woman of The Year Candidate Carmen Milagro to discuss their massage serums, revitalizing facials and invigorating body polishes.
Latina-owned and founded in San Francisco, Borbón Skincare is a premium skincare brand with products made from the world's finest exotic raw ingredients and inspired by homeopathic traditions. Borbón Skincare's products include herbal massage serums, invigorating body polishes, revitalizing facials and more. Ingredients for the products are all-natural, including coffee blend, turmeric, manuka honey, vegetable glycerin, baking soda, raw turbinado brown sugar, avocado oil, chardonnay oil, vitamin E oil, apple cider vinegar, aloe vera juice, lemon juice, colloidal silver and peppermint essential oil. Borbón Skincare's team of artists, designers and craftsmen have spent countless hours creating formulations that reflect the company's values and commitment to clean, safe, responsible living.
Milagro says that Borbón Skincare's product line is diverse, but each product is uniquely powerful. She explains, "To start, we have the number-one revitalizing facial, which is coffee-based and has Japanese peppermint, manuka honey, turmeric and twelve other ingredients. Our next product is the number-two invigorating body polish, which has essential oils like orange and citrus. I created those two for the face and body. Next, I have the relaxation component, which is totally different. It's the soothing herbal massage serum."
For more information about Borbón Skincare's all-natural skincare products, visit BorbonSkin.com and tune in to Fox Business Network as sponsored content on Sunday, February 16, 2020 at 5:30pm EST.
About Worldwide Business with kathy ireland 
Worldwide Business with kathy ireland is a weekly half-hour show featuring global executives sharing their business insights and framing the opportunities shaping their industries. Hosted by a business mogul, Kathy Ireland interviews some of the brightest minds in business today. The show broadcasts on Fox Business Network as part of their sponsored content line up and globally on Bloomberg Television. Worldwide Business with kathy ireland extends beyond the weekly on-air program with digital content delivered on various video platforms and across social media.
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Nearly 476,000 Jobs and More Than $81 Billion in Economic Activity Supported, According to New Data from United for Medical Research

WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Data released today by United for Medical Research(UMR) show that research funding provided by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 2019 had a significant economic impact across the United States, supporting jobs and economic activity in every state and the District of Columbia. UMR's annual report, "NIH's Role in Sustaining the U.S. Economy," found that in fiscal year 2019 NIH research funding supported 475,905 jobs and $81.22 billion in economic activity.
"Thanks to strong bipartisan, bicameral support for medical research, the NIH has recently experienced successive years of budget increases. Congress has continued to prioritize NIH funding, and that has had an immediate, positive impact on countless local communities across their districts and states," said UMR President Chol Pak. "Every dollar invested in NIH research has an exponential impact by supporting discovery, improving health and spurring the economy."
In fiscal year 2019, the NIH provided $30.82 billion in extramural research funding to scientists in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. This funding directly and indirectly supported 475,905 jobs nationwide. In 13 states, 10,000 or more jobs were supported by NIH research funding. The income generated by these jobs, as well as by the purchase of research-related equipment, services and materials, when cycled through the economy, produced $81.22 billion in new economic activity in 2019. In 21 states, the economic activity generated exceeded $1 billion.
"Given both the opportunities of biomedical research and the tremendous health challenges we face, continued strong investment in NIH research is essential. This report illustrates how recent increases to the NIH budget approved by Congress are already making a difference in terms of grants, jobs and economic activity. We encourage Congress to continue this positive momentum and to continue to invest strongly in America's health through the NIH," said Pak.
Link to UMR report, including 50-state data: HERE 
Link to interactive map with state-specific data: HERE
UMR is a coalition of leading research institutions, patient and health advocates and private industry seeking steady and sustainable increases in funding for the National Institutes of Health in order to save and improve lives, advance innovation and fuel the economy. Learn more at http://www.unitedformedicalresearch.org.

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Market research publisher, Strategic Directions International, announces upcoming release of its highly anticipated report

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Strategic Directions International (SDi) announced today the upcoming publication of its 2020 Global Assessment Report: The Laboratory Analytical & Life Science Instrumentation Industry. The report will be released on February 28th. The report is widely considered to be the gold standard of market intelligence for the $70 billion laboratory market for analytical and life science instruments. Special offers are available for customers who reserve their copy before publication, and corporate subscriptions to a vast library of reports are available to save market research dollars.
The report will update projections made in 2019 where market conditions have contributed to growth or contraction. As in the past, detailed information on 83 different product categories is presented in 10 sections that include chromatography, life science instrumentation, mass spectrometry, molecular spectroscopy, atomic spectroscopy, surface science, materials characterization, lab automation & informatics, sample preparation techniques, and lab equipment.
Users of the report will have an option to receive an electronic data stream updating the market projections on a quarterly basis. Special offers are available for companies that subscribe to the quarterly data stream before February 28th. Subscriptions to all of SDi's reports are available.
You can reserve your copy of the report here: https://strategic-directions.com/product/the-2020-global-assessment-report-the-analytical-and-life-science-instrumentation-industry/
About Strategic Directions International 
Strategic Directions International (SDi), part of Science and Medicine Group, is the leading business intelligence firm in the highly specialized field of analytical and life science instruments. Its client list includes virtually every major analytical instrumentation company in the United States, Europe, and Japan. Founded in 1981, the Los Angeles-based company has published hundreds of market reports and provided proprietary consulting services for a multitude of clients.
For more information contact:
Michael Tice 
Senior Vice President, Business Intelligence 
Strategic Directions International 
6242 Westchester Parkway, Suite 100 
Los Angeles, CA 90045 
mtice@strategic-directions.com 
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Healthcare publisher, Kalorama Information, shares details of its latest report on Clinical Lab Services.

ARLINGTON, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
The global market for clinical laboratory services is estimated at $121.5 billion for 2019. This is up 2.9% from the estimated value of $93.9 billion in 2010, according to a new report from Kalorama Information. Kalorama classifies clinical lab services as a high-volume/low-growth market.
"Growth in this market is driven by an aging population and a growing incidence of chronic diseases," said Bruce Carlson, publisher for Kalorama, part of Science and Medicine Group. "Also, the advanced laboratory testing technologies and practices that have developed command higher prices and drive revenue growth, and this can be masked because of the large dollar volume of the market."
There are also a number of inhibitors to growth, such as the growing emphasis to reduce health costs and uncertain economic conditions.
Emerging economies will be a driving source of new growth, while increasing laboratory revenues are expected in the primary U.S. market. The U.S. market is likely to experience continued downward pressure for pricing; however, it will be offset by an increase in volume.
The clinical laboratory market in the U.S. is highly competitive with more than 400 providers of lab services in operation. The market share situation is nearly tied: Quest Diagnostics was the leading clinical laboratory service provider in the U.S. in 2019. Quest continues to focus on providing top-quality service to the laboratory industry and has remained competitive through several strategic acquisitions and alliances. Laboratory Corporation of America follows Quest but only marginally. The company continues to strengthen its position in the market through unique product offerings and strategic alliances.
The report, titled "Clinical Laboratory Services Market, 5th Edition," found that the U.S. and China are the most attractive clinical laboratory markets for growth and new opportunities. Analyses comparing various metrics, including population size and growth, aging population trends, diabetes prevalence, inflation rate, gross domestic product (GDP) spending on health, and laboratory market growth trends and demand, expose the countries with the most attractiveness for current providers and new entrants alike.
Test pricing is expected to be impacted by attempts by governments to control costs, such as the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services'' revised reimbursement schedules, according to the Kalorama report. Testing in the esoteric segment is scrutinized by payors and continues to impose limitations and "medical necessity" clauses to limit payments in some areas.
In addition, the report noted that the growth in genetic testing in markets outside the U.S. are increasing and producing new opportunities for market expansion. The U.S. market is more mature, and it continues to struggle with competition; however, there is some growth expected for specialty testing in the U.S. market. Testing volume is expected to increase during the 2019-2024 period as a preventive approach to healthcare drives orders.
The report is available at https://kaloramainformation.com/product/clinical-laboratory-services-market-5th-edition/.
About Kalorama Information 
For more than 30 years, Kalorama Information has been a leading publisher of market research in healthcare areas, including in vitro diagnostics (IVD), imaging, biotechnology, healthcare, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals.

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Rhythm streamlines IT management while optimizing the hospital's technology investment.

MURFREESBORO, TENN. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Today's hospital EHR systems enhance medical quality but at a price – EHR tasks can consume two hours of administration for every one hour of direct patient care. For this reason, Enovate Medical has developed new tools to manage mobile EHR workstations. These innovations in the Rhythm asset management solution ¬recently received two patents related to Rhythm's artificial intelligence.
Patent 10541051 covers workstation utilization as well as the health of the batteries. Rhythm's technology tracks peak device usage over a 24-hour period. This data is displayed as a graphical map tracking an entire fleet of hospital workstations. The usage data allows hospitals to optimize their capital assets while ensuring that doctors and nurses have sufficient workstations during peak working hours.
Rhythm's patented technology also displays the health of each battery in the fleet as a heat map. With this graphical data, hospital IT staff can manage batteries to assure uninterrupted care for patients. In addition, Rhythm also predicts which batteries will achieve specified performance levels in a given month displayed as a battery replacement calendar. Hospitals can now budget six months into the future to prevent an aging battery fleet from hindering nursing workflow efficiency.
"Once connected to the database, our clients can leverage Rhythm's algorithms to manage their fleets more efficiently," says Kevin Bridges, Enovate Medical's Vice President of Marketing and Business Development. "Using Rhythm's graphical interface, the IT support team can review the aggregated data to make better decisions to improve clinical workflows."
Demo Rhythm at HIMSS – See Rhythm in action, along with Enovate's complete lineup of intelligent workstations and service programs, at the 2020 HIMSS Annual Conference, Booth 1759, March 9-13 in Orlando, FL.
ABOUT ENOVATE MEDICAL 
Enovate Medical delivers EHR workstations with embedded technologies along with management and support services that increase real-time patient documentation at the bedside. Hundreds of healthcare facilities rely on Enovate Medical to improve physical nursing workflows, deliver better IT support models, and optimize capital equipment to enhance the hospital's operational efficiency.
For more information, contact Dawn Wilson, Content and Event Marketing Manager:
tel: 615-400-9519 
email: Dawn.Wilson@enovatemedical.com. 
Please visit our website at: http://www.enovatemedical.com

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Vista Grande Court brings 66 new affordable homes to seniors in Glendale.

GLENDALE, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Co-developers Linc Housing and National Community Renaissance (National CORE), both California-based nonprofits, joined the City of Glendale, new residents and other partners to celebrate the completion of Vista Grande Court. The all-new affordable senior apartment complex provides 65 homes for seniors earning between 30 and 60 percent of the area median income and one manager's unit. Seven of the one-bedroom apartments are for seniors with developmental disabilities.
"We're thrilled to celebrate these new homes and are proud of the collaborative effort to expand the supply of affordable units in Glendale," said Glendale Mayor Ara Najarian. "In a time when our state faces an affordable housing crisis, the City of Glendale, Linc Housing, and National CORE worked relentlessly to deliver homes that will help seniors thrive." Demand for affordable senior housing is apparent. There were more than 6,600 applications for the new community's 65 apartments.
The new buildings feature beautiful Spanish Colonial style architecture with a network of paseos, plazas and courtyards that encourage an active and social lifestyle among residents. As seniors age in place, they will enjoy several onsite amenities including a large community room that will host a variety of resident programs and a community garden with raised beds. The property also has an outdoor fireplace, BBQ area, and laundry facilities. Vista Grande Court is designed to achieve a LEED Gold rating with ambitious targets for energy efficiency and water conservation. The new complex is conveniently located near restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, retail, parks and entertainment.
"So often, our senior neighbors aren't able to keep up with the rising rents in this region," said Rebecca Clark, president and CEO of Linc Housing. "The 2019 homeless count in Los Angeles County showed that the number of homeless seniors 62 and older rose 8.2%. We're grateful that the leadership in Glendale understands this growing challenge and are taking steps now to increase the supply of this much needed housing."
National CORE's Hope through Housing Foundation will coordinate a variety of resident services including nutrition and exercise programs, money management classes, health education, and individualized care coordination. Modern Support Services will bring additional support for senior residents with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Services include independent living skills, personal finance assistance, healthcare navigation, and educational guidance.
"With a team of community partners, we are excited to offer an array of health and social programs that empower senior residents in this neighborhood to live healthy, happy lives," said Gregory Bradbard, president of Hope through Housing.
Funding for the $26.9-million development came from a variety of sources including construction financing from Capital One, NA, Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Funds and HOME funds from the City of Glendale, funds from the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco Affordable Housing Program (AHP), tax credit equity from Raymond James Tax Credit Funds, Inc., and permanent financing from Century Housing Corporation. Predevelopment support was provided by The California Endowment.
The new community, located at 1116 Sonora Ave. in Glendale, was designed by RRM Design Group and constructed by National CORE. Construction was completed in mid-October 2019, and the units were fully occupied by qualified residents by the end of January 2020.
About Linc Housing Corporation 
Linc Housing, one of California's most productive nonprofit developers of affordable housing, is committed to building communities and strengthening neighborhoods for people underserved by the marketplace. Linc has helped create more than 8,000 homes in 80 communities throughout the state. The organization's properties are known for excellent design, outstanding management and life-enhancing services for its residents. Linc has 35 years of service to families, seniors, people with special needs, and local governments - helping to create sustainable communities via new construction, acquisition and rehabilitation, and historic preservation. Visit http://www.Linchousing.org for more information.
About National CORE 
National Community Renaissance, based in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., is one of the nation's largest nonprofit developers of affordable housing. CORE manages nearly 9,000 affordable, senior and market-rate units in California, Texas and Florida. Over its nearly two decade history, the Hope through Housing Foundation has provided more than 2 million hours of transformational social services such as financial literacy training, senior wellness, and preschool and afterschool programs. For more information on National CORE and Hope through Housing, please visit http://www.nationalcore.org.

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Inteva Products announced today they have been recognized as a 2019 Healthiest Employer in Michigan by a nationally recognized awards program powered by the Springbuk Health Intelligence Platform. Inteva was 1 of only 9 companies chosen for the honor.

TROY, MICH. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Inteva Products, a leading global automotive supplier of engineered components and systems, announced today they have been recognized as a 2019 Healthiest Employer in Michigan by a nationally recognized awards program powered by the Springbuk Health Intelligence Platform. Inteva was 1 of only 9 companies chosen for the honor.
Inteva's proprietary health and wellness brand, InVigorate, offers a comprehensive wellbeing program to employees both in and outside of work to promote health and wellbeing. The program focuses on total wellbeing for employees, including personalized health coaching, education and referral services, and incentives and resources to help employees and their family members get healthy and stay healthy. In addition, Inteva offers many physical and emotional wellness employee programs.
Applicants to the Healthiest Employers awards program were evaluated across six key categories, representing a holistic view of employee wellbeing: culture and leadership commitment, foundational components, strategic planning, communication and marketing, programming and interventions, and reporting and analytics. All companies who applied to the awards program were ranked according to the proprietary Healthiest Employers Index, a 1-100 rubric for employee wellbeing programming.
About Inteva Products 
Inteva Products is a leading global automotive supplier providing innovative, reliable, environmentally friendly products that enhance vehicle quality, safety and performance. Inteva has global resources for design, engineering, manufacturing and customer service for Closure Systems, Interior Systems, and Motors & Electronics. Formed in 2008, the tier-one supplier is focused on achieving sustained global growth, providing excellent customer service, and driving innovation. Inteva was founded on innovative solutions and the use of applied technology to drive value-based solutions. The company employs more than 9,000 people in 30 sites and maintains its World Headquarters in Troy, Michigan USA. For future company updates, please visit the Inteva Products website, or the company's Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram pages.



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Ageless Innovation LLC, a global company devoted to reimagining how we positively live and age together through the power of play, today announced Jim Murphy, former Vice President of Innovation at UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement, is joining the company as its new Senior Vice President of Healthcare.

PAWTUCKET, R.I. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Ageless Innovation LLC, a global company devoted to reimagining how we positively live and age together through the power of play, today announced Jim Murphy, former Vice President of Innovation at UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement, is joining the company as its new Senior Vice President of Healthcare.
As a key leader of innovation within UnitedHealthcare's Medicare and Retirement line of business, Murphy brings an unparalleled wealth of knowledge and commitment to the older adult population with him to Ageless Innovation. In his previous role, Murphy was responsible for the planning and execution of innovation initiatives with the organization's largest partner, AARP. Under his supervision, the companies collaborated on large-scale projects that tackled domains such as caregiving, diabetes prevention, fall prevention, social isolation/loneliness, Alzheimer's/dementia support, advance care planning, and Medicare education and decision support.
"Jim is one of the most highly respected people in the older adult space, and will be a key resource and thought leader as we work to continue building upon our mission to enhance the wellbeing of older adults and their families through the power of play," said Ted Fischer, Co-founder and CEO of Ageless Innovation. "We could not be more excited about the future of our company with Jim on the team."
As the Senior VP of Healthcare, Murphy will spearhead Ageless Innovation's growing business with a variety of healthcare organizations and CMS related grant programs. He will also be responsible for expanding Ageless Innovation's footprint as an approved nontraditional intervention for older adults who are lonely, socially isolated or living with cognitive impairment including all forms of dementia.
"I've had the pleasure of working alongside the Ageless Innovation team during my time at UnitedHealthcare, and I've witnessed firsthand the impact of the Joy for All Companion Pets line of products," said Murphy. "I'm thrilled about the opportunity to continue championing solutions for older adults and joining the dynamic Ageless Innovation team."
Throughout his professional career, Murphy has served on the board of the National Alliance for Caregiving and has been an active volunteer for the Caregiver Action Network.
About Ageless Innovation: 
Ageless Innovation is a global company devoted to developing fun and engaging products for older adults. Beginning with the award-winning line of Joy for All Companion Pets, Ageless Innovation is focused on creating products that promote fun, joy and play while reducing the cost of care and creating meaningful connections for older adults, their families, and caregivers. http://www.joyforall.com
Connect with Ageless Innovation on social media: 
Facebook: @JoyForAllCompanionPets 
Twitter: @JoyForAllPets 
Instagram: @JoyForAllPets
MEDIA CONTACT: 
Christie Damato 
Litzky Public Relations 
(201) 222 – 9118 x27 
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Encanto Palms Assisted Living Executive Director Charles Seal-Villafranca Re-Elected President of the Arizona Board of Examiners of Nursing Care Institution Administrators and Assisted Living Facility Managers

PHOENIX (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Charles Seal-Villafranca, DHA(c), MSHA, CDP, ALFM-BC, the Administrator and Executive Director of Encanto Palms Assisted Living in Phoenix, AZ announced today his re-election as the President of the Arizona State Board of Examiners of Nursing Care Institution Administrators and Assisted Living Facility Managers (NCIA).
As President of the State Board, Villafranca acts as the chief judge to grant or deny administrator licenses and rules on legal complaint cases against nursing home administrators and assisted living managers. Villafranca works with the state government to develop and define state statutes, rules and regulations for nursing homes and assisted living facilities. He also works closely with State Senators and House of Representatives in an effort to improve quality outcomes for those who seek the services of our nursing home administrators and assisted living facility managers.
"It is truly an honor and a privilege to be re-appointed to the NICA state board by [Arizona Governor] Doug Ducey, and to have been re-elected as its president," says Villafranca. "I look forward to continuing to serve the great State of Arizona and helping to ensure the highest quality of care for our most vulnerable population."
Villafranca began his career in healthcare in 1994 and he has held various positions in senior living management at the managerial and director level. He is licensed as a Dementia Care Practitioner and is currently the Executive Director for Encanto Palms Assisted Living, a deficiency-free community in Phoenix, Arizona. Villafranca received a Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration from the University of St. Francis and is currently a Doctoral Candidate at Capella University for Healthcare Administration.
About Encanto Palms: 
Encanto Palms Assisted Living is associated with Windsor healthcare centers. Windsor provides short-term and long-term healthcare, rehabilitation services and assisted living communities throughout California and Arizona. Windsor employs professionals that provide nursing, therapeutic, sub-acute and rehabilitation care to over 4,000 patients daily. 

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"It is truly an honor and a privilege to be re-appointed to the NICA state board and to have been re-elected as its president," says Villafranca. "I look forward to continuing to serve the great State of Arizona and helping to ensure the highest quality of care for our most vulnerable population."



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This webinar will explore best practices for study startup with practical advice on how to reap the benefits of automating processes while increasing compliance. A speaker from Clinilabs Drug Development Corporation will share insights on a case study of how they streamlined clinical trial startup processes, optimized their tools and cut clinical trial study startup times in half.

TORONTO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Clinical trial study startup processes are an area ripe for optimization. Often, the study time clock doesn't start ticking until First Patient In (FPI), but research shows that the process to get to FPI can take seven months or longer on average.
This webinar will explore best practices for study startup with practical advice on how to reap the benefits of automating processes while increasing compliance. The featured speakers will discuss some common misconceptions around digital versus electronic signatures and provide advice on how to ensure all of those signed documents comply with US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 21 CFR Part 11 guidance.
A speaker from Clinilabs Drug Development Corporation will share a case study on how they streamlined clinical trial startup processes, optimized their tools and cut clinical trial study startup times in half.
Join the live session on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at 1pm EST to learn about: 

Learn tips from experts on how to optimize study startup processes to maximize the benefits of going digital

Understand how the FDA's recent guidance to move to digital signatures and forms has impacted study startup

Learn best practices from Clinilabs' case study how they accelerated study startup using Part 11 Adobe Digital certificate trusted signing, workflow automation and how immediate access to real-time data has enabled better decision making.

Featured Speakers include:

Simon Taylor, Global Director, Solutions Consulting, SureClinical

Charity Cowley, Director of Clinical Systems, Clinilabs Drug Development Corporation

Catherine Schmidt, President, SterlingBio

For more information or to register for this event, visit Best Practices for Study Startup: Leveraging Digital Signatures & Process Automation.
ABOUT XTALKS
Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars to the global life science, food and medical device community. Every year thousands of industry practitioners (from life science, food and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps Life Science professionals stay current with industry developments, trends and regulations. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.
To learn more about Xtalks visit http://xtalks.com 
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Leading value-based primary care provider to bring personalized care to Medicare recipients in Memphis and Dallas, in addition to growth in existing markets

CHICAGO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Oak Street Health, a network of primary care centers that delivers value-based care to adults on Medicare, today announced plans for significant nationwide expansion in 2020, continuing its impressive growth trajectory to date. The company will mark its entry into Tennessee and Texas with centers in Memphis and Dallas-Fort Worth. Oak Street Health will also increase its presence in existing markets, with additional centers opening in Detroit, Cleveland, and the Greensboro-High Point metro area in North Carolina. This growth will significantly increase access to Oak Street Health's innovative approach to primary care for older adults across the country.
"We are deeply committed to providing integrated, preventive care that helps seniors live their best lives, and our planned growth for early 2020 reflects this commitment," said Tamara Jurgenson, Chief Growth Officer of Oak Street Health. "Our community-based approach makes a meaningful difference in our patients' health outcomes, and we strive to reach as many people as we can. We're excited for our care teams to become pillars in these new communities, and for Oak Street Health to make a positive economic impact as we have in our existing markets across the country."
Patients who visit an Oak Street Health center will have a healthcare experience they may not have encountered before, including extended time with their provider and individualized treatment plans, community-centered support for social wellness, a 24/7 patient support line, and access to transportation to and from the center for eligible patients. Supplementary services, such as behavioral health support and Medicare education classes, are also offered to help older adults meet their unique needs in one convenient location. Since its founding in 2012, Oak Street Health has seen a 41 percent reduction in patient hospital visits compared to Medicare benchmarks.
Oak Street Health will open two locations in Memphis within the Frayser and Audubon Park neighborhoods this winter, followed by Dallas-Fort Worth's first center this summer. New openings across Cleveland, Detroit and the Greensboro-High Point metro area, North Carolina are also expected to open in late spring. Oak Street Health will accept multiple health plans at all locations, including traditional Medicare.
"When we set out to rebuild healthcare as it should be in 2012, we wanted to create a unique model that put the patient first," said Mike Pykosz, CEO of Oak Street Health. "We're proud of what our teams have already accomplished to improve healthcare quality and experience for our patients and communities. Our innovative approach works, and we're delighted to continue expanding to bring the Oak Street Health care model to more people across the country."
To learn more about Oak Street Health's value-based primary care model, visit oakstreethealth.com.
About Oak Street Health
Founded in 2012, Oak Street Health is a rapidly growing network of value-based, primary care centers for adults on Medicare. With a mission of rebuilding healthcare as it should be, the company operates an innovative healthcare model focused on quality of care, not volume of services, and is fully accountable to patients and partners for the quality and cost of care.
Oak Street Health's care model goes far beyond a typical doctor's visit by offering personalized primary care services, proactive patient health management and enhanced clinical services that focus on whole body care, including integrated behavioral health care, physical and social activities to support social wellness and community engagement, and care delivery in the home for vulnerable patients. These services are closing critical gaps in the traditional healthcare experience and improving outcomes for its patients, including a 41 percent reduction in patient hospital admissions compared to Medicare benchmarks and a 49 percent reduction in emergency room visits.
Oak Street Health currently operates more than 50 centers across Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Rhode Island and North Carolina, with plans to continue its geographic expansion in 2020. To learn more about Oak Street Health's proven approach to care, visit oakstreethealth.com



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69% of Americans find paying a $500 unexpected bill problematic.

SAN MATEO, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Results of a new Freedom Debt Relief survey on how Americans feel about their finances show that they are maintaining a generally positive outlook on the state of their personal finances as the new decade begins – with some worrisome contradictory indicators.
Asked if they are better off today than a year ago, 43% said they feel the same financially, 27% say they feel financially worse off, and 30% say they feel better off financially. More Millennials (39%) and Gen Zers (43%) said they feel better off financially compared to last year, versus Gen Xers (28%) and Baby Boomers (19%).
More than half (55%) of respondents said they are confident in their personal financial outlook. Other positive indicators include: 

63% say they have a plan to achieve long-term financial goals

69% are confident in their ability to make major financial decisions.

56% believe 2020 is a good year to buy a home.

51% expect a tax refund from the federal government this year.

49% said their 2019 household income was in line with expectations. Almost the same number (47%) expect their household income to be higher this year.

Worrisome indicators 
At the same time, nearly 7 in 10 respondents say that paying an unexpected $500 bill would be problematic. Thirty-six percent have less than $500 in their checking and savings accounts (excluding retirement accounts). Almost a third (30%) of respondents carried a credit card balance for six or more months during 2019. Only 26% are very confident they will pay off their credit card debt this year, but 48% are very confident that they will pay it off in time.
Everyday expenses are driving credit card debt to a large degree. Of those who reported these expenses in the survey, the one that is the biggest contributor to credit card debt is groceries (21%). Almost half (44%) of those surveyed put groceries on their credit cards at least monthly. Of those who have carried a balance on their credit card, 26% say groceries are the cause; another 20% cite retail expenses.
In addition, many of those surveyed found that the following expenses cost more than they had anticipated in 2019. 

Food (48%)

Utilities (water, electricity) (39%)

Healthcare (37%)

Internet/TV (34%)

What would you give up to get out of debt? 
Respondents are, however, anxious to get out of debt. Two-thirds (66%) say they have changed their spending habits to avoid debt. Those surveyed said they would be willing to give up the following to get out of debt. 

Alcohol: 45%

Going out to dinner: 44%

Traveling: 35%

Coffee: 34%

Additional survey findings 
The survey also examines: 

Barriers to home buying

Use of tax refunds

Greatest contributors (expenses) to credit card debt

Expenses that were more than anticipated in 2019

Ambitions and emotions

"The findings depict a dichotomy between optimism and some critical concerns," says Michael Micheletti, director of corporate communications for Freedom Debt Relief. "Americans have a generally positive outlook on the state of their financial situation, and many indicate the desire and ability to improve their lives. That sentiment does not align with the inability to handle unexpected expenses, a lack of savings, and a reliance on credit cards for everyday expenses. These behaviors put many Americans' way of life at risk in the event of any change in personal or national economies."
Commissioned by Freedom Debt Relief, the online poll of 2,005 adults in the United States was conducted by Atomik Research Jan. 10-13. Data was weighted for age, gender and geography using the Census Bureau's American Community Survey to reflect the demographic composition of the country.
A downloadable copy of the survey's complete results, with breakouts by generation/age group, gender and income, is available.
Freedom Debt Relief 
Co-founded by Andrew Housser and Brad Stroh, Freedom Debt Relief is part of Freedom Financial Network, LLC, a family of companies providing innovative solutions that empower people to live healthier financial lives. For people struggling with debt, the custom Freedom Debt Relief program offers the chance to significantly reduce and resolve what they owe more quickly than they could on their own. For more information about the company and its services, see http://www.freedomdebtrelief.com/faq.
Headquartered in San Mateo, California, Freedom Debt Relief also operates an office in Tempe, Arizona, and employs more than 2,400. The company has been voted one of the best places to work in both the San Francisco Bay area and the Phoenix area for several years.

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Americans have a generally positive outlook on the state of their financial situation, but that sentiment does not align with the inability to handle unexpected expenses, a lack of savings, and a reliance on credit cards for everyday expenses.



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In celebration of its patients' accomplishments and in hopes of raising awareness of the effectiveness of weight loss surgery, BMI of Texas recently donated a vertical sleeve gastrectomy procedure to a deserving patient.

SAN ANTONIO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Obesity is now the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S., according to a recent study from the Cleveland Clinic. Recognizing that obesity is an epidemic, and much more work needs to be done so that people have access to preventative and treatment options, the Bariatric Medical Institute of Texas (BMI of Texas) recently provided a San Antonio resident with weight loss surgery and follow-up care at no cost in recognition of Obesity Care Week.
"At BMI of Texas, we are focused on helping patients transition to a healthier lifestyle which will ensure they not only achieve their weight loss goals but that they are able to maintain their weight loss long-term, decrease and even reverse the effects of disease," said bariatric surgeon Dr. Punam Patel. "In celebration of our patients' accomplishments and in hopes of raising awareness of the effectiveness of weight loss surgery, we were honored to be able to donate a vertical sleeve gastrectomy procedure to a deserving patient."
BMI of Texas weight loss surgeons Dr. Patel and Dr. Richard Englehardt performed the surgery in November 2019. Dr. Chris Sertich, a board-certified anesthesiologist with Star Anesthesia, donated anesthesiology services.
The patient, Lisa S., said she struggled with her weight for many years. "I raised two granddaughters while working full-time and it's time to take care of me now. I went to BMI of Texas because I was frustrated by my inability to lose weight, and the increasing amount of medicine I was taking to treat conditions related to my weight. Unfortunately the insurance I have through my employer doesn't cover bariatric surgery so I am beyond grateful that Dr. Patel and BMI of Texas chose me to receive the free surgery. BMI of Texas has the best bariatric surgeons in south Texas and their comprehensive program will help me adapt to a healthier lifestyle. I recognize that weight loss surgery is a journey and success won't happen overnight, but I am excited about my future."
Lisa continued, "I love the doctors and staff at BMI of Texas. I just love them. They are caring people. Their generosity has set me on the right path to changing my life and improving my health."
Obesity is a multi-factorial and complex disease, which is why BMI of Texas created a unique, comprehensive weight and metabolism management program to help patients maintain their health and weight long-term. Offering weight loss surgery and medical weight management, along with dietitians, behavioral health specialists, and a highly experienced staff, the BMI of Texas team is dedicated to creating an enduring partnership with patients in order to ensure their long-term success by providing care in a supportive, compassionate, and guilt-free environment. BMI of Texas helps patients achieve their weight loss goals and improved health through various surgical procedures including gastric bypass, Obalon Balloon System, LAP-BAND, duodenal switch and gastric sleeve, as well as a comprehensive medical weight management program.
BMI of Texas weight loss surgeons Terive Duperier, MD, FACS, Richard Englehardt, MD, FACS, and Michael Seger, MD, FACS, have been recognized by San Antonio Scene in the magazine's annual listing of the city's top physicians. Dr. Jennifer Seger, who heads up the practice's medical weight loss program, has also been recognized. The BMI of Texas doctors have repeatedly been recognized by their peers dating back the awards' inception in 2005. Dr. Punam Patel joined the practice in 2017 and brings a unique quality to BMI of Texas and San Antonio as one of the city's only female fellowship-trained advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgeons. She is also experienced in the surgical treatment of reflux disease, including new procedures such as Linx placement.
About BMI of Texas: 
Founded in 2008, the Bariatric Medical Institute of Texas is focused on helping patients achieve their long-term weight loss goals. More information on the practice can be found at http://www.bmioftexas.com.

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The BMI of Texas team includes bariatric surgeons, patient liaisons, insurance and financing specialists, dietitians, exercise physiologists, psychologists, licensed counselors, and our talented staff

BMI of Texas is focused on helping patients transition to a healthier lifestyle which will ensure they not only achieve their weight loss goals but that they are able to maintain their weight loss long-term, decrease and even reverse the effects of disease," said bariatric surgeon Dr. Patel.



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Gravitas Ventures Will Release Filmmaker Pi Ware's Eye-Opening Documentary Debut On VOD/Digital & DVD For Audiences Around the Globe. This documentary film features Cindy Casey Holman, Executive Director of the Charles E. Holman Morgellons Disease Foundation.

AUSTIN, TEXAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Director/Editor Pi Ware's ("Solitude," "The Act") powerful new documentary "Skin Deep: The Battle Over Morgellons," takes a deep dive approach into the heated controversy surrounding Morgellons disease, a skin condition that most of the medical industry considers delusional. This investigative independent film has been acquired by Gravitas Ventures, a Red Arrow Studios company, and will make it's global VOD/Digital & DVD release across platforms everywhere on March 31st, 2020.
"Skin Deep: The Battle Over Morgellons," explores the controversy surrounding Morgellons--a disease where fibers grow from sufferers' skin, but a disease that the medical industry considers "all in the patient's head". The film brings to light the heated debate as to who is delusional—the patients who believe or the doctors who deny-- and whether medical treatment for Morgellons should be antibiotics or anti-psychotics. Joining director/editor Pi Ware on this film are editor Tom Putnam ("Burn," "Marwencol"); cinematographers Sam Price-Waldman ("There Is No Place for You Here," "Wolf Mountain"), and PJ Raval ("Call Her Ganda," "Trouble the Water"); composer Andrew Gross ("Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny," "Bring It On: Fight To The Finish"); producers Levon Mergian ("Searching," "Avarice"), Patrick Belton ("True Blood," "Some Guy Who Kills People"), Gary Leva ("Fog City Mavericks," "A Legacy of Filmmakers: The Early Years of American Zoetrope"), Laura Stoddard ("Before the Fire," "Beyond the Bolex") & Ware; and executive producers Denise James and Jerry James.
"Skin Deep sheds a light on a very controversial subject matter in the medical community, while simultaneously informing and entertaining its audience," said Brett Rogalsky, Acquisitions Coordinator at Gravitas Ventures.
Some doctors claim that Morgellons is a rare form of Lyme Disease in which fibers grow from the skin of victims. Other doctors claim that Morgellons is nothing but a delusion. "Skin Deep: The Battle Over Morgellons" uncovers the controversy behind the patients who suffer and the physicians who treat them.
"This film has been a revelation for me personally as a filmmaker, and I'm looking forward to the important conversations it will generate with audiences," states director Pi Ware.
The documentary follows subjects on both sides of the debate: a Texas nurse who suffers from the disease, and a skeptical dermatologist who asserts "there are no bad doctors". The film investigates new research that claims the fibers are protein-based filaments created by the body, explores historical patterns of medical arrogance, and exposes the fatal flaws in the 2012 Morgellons study by the CDC.
"Skin Deep: The Battle Over Morgellons" climaxes in a showdown at the Morgellons Conference in Austin, Texas, where the skeptical dermatologist presents his controversial opinions, and where bridges between doctors and patients will either be built... or burned.
Skin Deep was also highlighted in Variety Magazine. Here is a link to that article: https://variety.com/2020/film/news/atom-egoyan-guest-of-honour-us-distribution-1203500234/.
Where to follow the film and its journey: 
Facebook: @Morgellonsmovie 
Instagram: @Morgellonsmovie 
Twitter: @Morgellonsmovie
About the Charles E. Holman Morgellons Disease Foundation: 
The Charles E. Holman Morgellons Disease Foundation, based in Austin, TX, is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization committed to advocacy and philanthropy in the battle against Morgellons disease. Director, Cindy Casey-Holman, RN, leads the foundation, named for her husband, Charles E. Holman, a pioneer in the fight against Morgellons disease. Currently, there is no public funding and very limited private funding to support research for this disease, and the CEHMDF is the recognized authority and primary funding source for Morgellons disease medical/scientific research. Donations are tax-deductible in the US. To learn more about Morgellons disease go to: http://www.morgellonsdisease.org
Contact information: 
http://www.thecehf.org/contact-us/

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Skin Deep sheds a light on a very controversial subject matter in the medical community, while simultaneously informing and entertaining its audience," said Brett Rogalsky, Acquisitions Coordinator at Gravitas Ventures.



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The board-certified psychiatrist begins her tenure as a member of the Anchorage clinical staff on February 18, 2020.

ANCHORAGE, ALASKA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Achieve TMS Center of Alaska, part of Greenbrook TMS NeuroHealth Centers, is proud to announce that Lee Ann Gee, MD, is joining our team starting February 18, 2020.
Dr. Gee is a board-certified general psychiatrist who is an expert in medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. Her extensive medical experience covers many areas of psychiatry, including hospital-based consultation liaison psychiatry, forensic evaluations, and comprehensive outpatient psychiatric management. She treats each patient holistically when constructing a treatment plan, including use of pharmacology, psychotherapy, lifestyle modifications, social interventions, and other somatic-based therapies.
A resident of Alaska since 2011, Dr. Gee hails from Terre Haute, Indiana. She earned her medical degree in 2007 before completing residency in psychiatry at University of Louisville.
Achieve TMS Center of Alaska specializes in TMS therapy, an FDA-cleared treatment for OCD and depression that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate areas of the brain that regulate mood. This treatment is often beneficial for patients who have not achieved relief of their symptoms with medication management and/or psychotherapy. TMS is a well-tolerated noninvasive treatment without the side effects often seen with medications. TMS therapy is covered by most major insurance.
Achieve TMS Center of Alaska operates three centers in Alaska, with a fourth opening in South Anchorage in mid-March. In Anchorage, Achieve TMS Center of Alaska is located at 2741 DeBarr Road, Suite 411, Anchorage, Alaska, 99508. For more information or to make an appointment, call (907) 313-1894 or visit https://www.achievetms.com/locations/anchorage/.
About Achieve TMS Center of Alaska: Achieve TMS Center of Alaska is part of Greenbrook TMS NeuroHealth Centers, the leading provider of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation therapy with more than 9,000 patients treated, 325,000 treatment sessions, and countless success stories. Achieve TMS Center of Alaska brings hope back for patients who have been suffering in silence. For more information, visit https://www.achievetms.com



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The Orange County-based plastic surgeon comments on a recent article that his patients are taking advantage of a broader range of procedures than ever before.

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
A January 24 article from Refinery29 looks at trends in plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures that people will be discussing in 2020. It also reports on a well-documented dramatic and ongoing increase over the last 20 years in terms of cosmetic and surgical procedures. Dr. Jazayeri says that his patients are increasingly knowledgeable and are asking about a number of both traditional plastic surgeries and very minimally invasive injection-based procedures. The most popular of these include:
1. Botox Treatments - Botox was approved by the FDA in 2006 and is now easily the best-known injection-based treatment; today. It may be among the most discussed procedures of any type. It's easy to see why, says Dr. Jazayeri, as it's proven effective for fighting wrinkles and creating a more youthful appearance. It may also prevent wrinkling before it happens in some cases, he notes. The procedures can typically be performed in a very short period such as a long lunch break. Botox results are temporary but can be maintained with periodic treatments, says the plastic surgeon.
2. Facelifts – More than a century before Botox came on the scene, facelifts were being successfully performed around the world. Of course, over time, the plastic surgery known medically as rhytidectomy has been refined and improved to the point where it's never been safer or more effective, says Dr. Jazayeri. As the name implies, facelifts remove excess facial skin to create a tighter and fresher appearance. The plastic surgeon notes that patients are typically delighted by their long term results. Moreover, while a facelift can last indefinitely, they can sometimes be improved with complementary techniques including Botox and other injectables such as facial fillers, says the plastic surgeon.
3. Rhinoplasty – Known more familiarly as a nose job, Dr. Jazayeri notes that rhinoplasty remains by far one of the most popular procedures for both women and men. Aside from other factors, it is not always simply cosmetic. Individuals often obtain rhinoplasty to correct such issues as a deviated septum while also making the shape of their nose more to their liking, says the plastic surgeon.
4. Non-Surgical Nose Job – Though much less well known than Botox, traditional rhinoplasty also has an injectable-based analog, says Dr. Jazayeri. During a non-surgical nose job, he says that he can change the shape of the nose using injections of Restylane, a widely used facial filler. As with Botox, the result can be dramatic and can be maintained over time with repeat treatments.
To learn more about Dr. Michael Jazayeri and his services, visit his website at http://www.drjaz.com/or call 714-834-0101 to schedule a consultation.

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Michael A. Jazayeri, M.D., board-certified plastic surgeon.

Patients are increasingly knowledgeable and are asking about a number of both traditional plastic surgeries and very minimally invasive injection-based procedures.



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According to a study from The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice, an official AAAAI journal, work-related rhinitis had more frequent adverse effects on quality of life than non-work-related rhinitis.

MILWAUKEE (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Both work-related rhinitis (WRR) and non-work-related rhinitis (non-WRR) have significant negative impacts on health-related quality of life and work productivity, according to a new study in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice, an official journal of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI), and those with WRR are likely to see more detrimental impacts.
For this cross-sectional survey, workers were randomly selected during their periodic occupational health visit in the French-speaking part of Belgium. Rhinitis-specific and generic questionnaires were used, including the Mini-Rhinitis QoL Questionnaire, the Medical Outcome Study Short Form-8, and the Work Productivity and Activity Impairment-General Health questionnaire. Participants were categorized into three groups: non-WRR (current nasal symptoms not related to work, 329 participants), WRR (current rhinitis with two or more nasal symptoms at work, 161 participants), and control (no nasal symptoms, 1,155 participants).
Following analysis, those with non-WRR were less likely to report moderate/severe rhinitis symptoms (48%) compared to subjects with WRR (70.8%). Subjects with WRR displayed higher results than those with non-WRR on the Mini-Rhinitis Quality of Life Questionnaire, which measures the impact of rhinitis symptoms across five domains, with higher scores indicating higher levels of symptom disruption.
When rhinitis severity was included in the multivariate model, moderate/severe rhinitis seemed to be a significant risk factor for worse rhinitis-specific quality of life. WRR and non-WRR were also both associated with higher levels of impairment in the Mental Component Summary and Physical Component Summary of the SF-8 questionnaire, which is used to assess health concepts.
Worktime missed and lower at-work productivity was more frequent in those with WRR compared to those with non-WRR and the control population. This indicates that work-related nasal symptoms have a greater impact on quality of life and work productivity compared to rhinitis that is unrelated to work. Subjects with WRR also reported visiting a medical professional more frequently due to rhinitis symptoms than subjects with non-WRR (45.1% and 33% respectively).
"Our findings tell us that we need to improve public and clinical awareness of how the environment of a workplace influences rhinitis symptoms, and the impact those symptoms have not only on workplace productivity but overall quality of life," said first author Olivier Vandenplas, MD. "Additional studies could help us determine if environmental interventions or medical treatment would help reduce the burden of this disease."
You can learn more about rhinitis on the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology website, aaaai.org.
The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) represents allergists, asthma specialists, clinical immunologists, allied health professionals and others with a special interest in the research and treatment of allergic and immunologic diseases. Established in 1943, the AAAAI has nearly 7,000 members in the United States, Canada and 72 other countries. The AAAAI's Find an Allergist/Immunologist service is a trusted resource to help you find a specialist close to home.

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"Additional studies could help us determine if environmental interventions or medical treatment would help reduce the burden of this disease." - Olivier Vandenplas, MD



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Southern California based weight loss clinic West Medical comments on a recent article that weight loss treatments can make a healthy low-calorie diet far easier to stick with over the short and long term.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
A January 23 article on MSN reports on how to calculate if one is medically obese and how to combat obesity using a multifaceted approach. Southern California based weight loss clinic West Medical says that, while such prescriptions are completely valid, they entirely ignore the fact that, when it comes to diet, cutting food intake significantly over a long period is far easier said than done. The fact of the matter is that obesity is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition that can be extremely difficult to permanently defeat without a medical intervention of some sort, says the medical group.
West Medical says that in order to understand why obesity is so hard to fight, one has to understand one of its underlying mechanisms. On some level, says the center, the body doesn't really "care" that it might be obese. It was essentially designed to survive into the childbearing years with maybe a little extra time to help continue the species by becoming a grandparent during one's mid-thirties. What the body greatly "fears" however, is starvation foreshadowed by a dramatically lower caloric intake and weight loss. During most of human history, says the center, food was relatively scarce and being fat was seen as a good thing because it meant one could survive a famine more easily. So, when individuals begin to lose weight, the body does whatever it can to encourage more eating to store calories before the next famine. This often leads to excessively sharp feelings of hunger that can be very difficult to ignore, the center adds. The exact mechanisms behind this phenomenon are not fully understood, the center notes, but are believed to be caused by the same hormones responsible for ordinary feelings of hunger, most famously ghrelin.
West Medical says that weight loss procedures are all designed to reduce the appetite while such procedures as a gastric sleeve may actually greatly reduce the body's production of ghrelin. The result, says the medical group, is that patients are not bothered by incessant cravings for food and can actually do the work of changing their dietary habits without being driven to distraction.
West Medical says that the dangers of obesity are many in number, with a majority of obese individuals also suffering from related conditions and diseases. The center notes that heart disease, osteoarthritis, hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, fatty liver disease, and many other serious health problems are directly related to or seriously aggravated by obesity. Naturally, reducing or eliminating obesity, West Medical continues, will tend to reduce or even eliminate these issues in many cases.
The clinic notes that weight loss surgery is not necessarily appropriate for all patients who may not be defined medically as obese. West Medical says that it also offers non-surgical approaches such as gastric balloon surgery and endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty. Each of the options carries with it a different set of pros and cons. The important thing, West Medical notes, is that patients do have options when they are ready to consider weight loss surgery.
Interested readers can learn more about West Medical by visiting its website at https://westmedical.com or by calling (855) 690-0565. 

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With locations across Southern California, West Medical offers numerous bariatric treatments for those dealing with weight issues.

When it comes to diet, cutting food intake significantly over a long period is far easier said than done



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The Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry's educational program about the effects of untreated gum disease and the difference between successful and unsuccessful treatment options grows from a grassroots movement into a worldwide effort for the new decade as Australia recognizes February as Gum Disease Awareness Month.

CERRITOS, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
The Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry (IALD) once again puts patients first by championing public education about gum disease during Gum Disease Awareness Month in February. Started in 2012, Gum Disease Awareness Month has evolved from a grassroots movement to an international effort, launching in Australia this year. As the new decade commences, the general public is still in need of education of the overwhelming prevalence and consequences of untreated gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, and the impact of successful treatment versus unsuccessful treatment.
The IALD has been committed to spreading the word about this serious and often underestimated disease, chiefly via its patient-facing resource FightGumDisease.com. The Australian effort, FightGumDisease.com.au, is headed by Christopher Barker, BDS, FRACDS, who practices in Queensland. Dr. Barker learned about Gum Disease Awareness month while attending training in Cerritos, California.
"I was intrigued by the approach started by the IALD – educating the public through social media about a disease that has such a significant heath impact," stated Dr. Barker. "Given gum disease's prevalence and its significant impact on total health, I was encouraged to begin creating awareness in Australia as well."
"Gum Disease Awareness Month has been an incredibly rewarding passion project for the IALD, and it has been exciting to see others come on board to help spread the word about the gum disease epidemic," said Dawn M. Gregg, DDS, Training Director for the IALD. "We are extremely grateful that Australia is the latest to join in this fight and hope to continue to increase awareness of periodontal disease."
FightGumDisease.com and its Australian counterpart highlight the gum disease epidemic, signs and symptoms, systemic connections to other health risks such as heart disease, stroke, cancer, Alzheimer's, rheumatoid arthritis, pre-term birth and erectile dysfunction, among others. Studies have shown that the effectiveness of the treatment method depends on the efficacy of killing bacteria and can lead to lower costs of medical treatments for diabetes, pregnancy and heart disease. Not all treatment options are equally effective. 
Additionally, the websites provide information on prevention tips and treatment options.
ABOUT THE INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED LASER DENTISTRY: The IALD is a non-profit educational and research center dedicated to providing evidence-based clinical training in advanced laser dentistry therapies. Formed in 1999, the IALD is ADA-CERP and AGD-PACE accredited, and is nationally recognized for its continuing education programs. The IALD's ultimate goal is for the percentage of patients seeking treatment for periodontitis to reach the percentage of patients seeking general dental care.

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Gum Disease Awareness Month has been an incredibly rewarding passion project for the IALD, and it has been exciting to see others come on board to help spread the word about the gum disease epidemic.



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MilfordMD is offering several specials in February including Restylane, Radiesse, HydraFacial MD, CoolSculpting and more. Get up to 50% off some of the most popular cosmetic treatments.

MILFORD, PA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020
"The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery survey found that consumers were most bothered by excess weight, skin texture and discoloration, and lines and wrinkles. And the treatments they are most interested in are body sculpting, skin tightening and injectables. MilfordMD is offering some great specials in February specifically to address the areas our patients are most concerned about," says Dr. Richard E. Buckley, Medical Director and cosmetic surgeon at MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center, in Milford, Penn. "One of the cosmetic treatment specials we're highlighting in February is "WOW" Factor Lip Special with Restylane to get your lips pucker-ready for Valentine's Day and 2020. It's a great opportunity for someone who hasn't tried hyaluronic acid fillers in their lips and wants plumper, fuller lips." MilfordMD is offering $200 off a syringe of Restylane for lip augmentation. Restylane is an FDA approved hyaluronic acid filler used to plump the lips for instant volumizing and hydrating effects. Restylane is among RealSelf.com's 2020 Most Worth It treatments with a 97% Worth It rating.
For anyone wanting to make a cosmetic change, there's no better time than now to book. Cosmetic consultations (a $150 value) with Marina Buckley, MD or Richard E. Buckley, MD are complimentary in February. "The cosmetic consultation is an opportunity for individuals to discuss their concerns, dislikes and aesthetic goals with a board-certified cosmetic medical doctor. It is an extremely important part of the process for the cosmetic surgeon and patient to get to know one another and create a customized plan to achieve the person's goals," says Dr. Buckley.
Save 28% on skin rejuvenation using bio-stimulating Radiesse injectable filler. Through artful placement of 2 syringes of Radiesse, Dr. Richard E. Buckley can smooth away fine lines and restore youthful looking skin on the face, neck, chest or hands. "There's a fairly new use for Radiesse as a bio-stimulating agent," says Dr. Buckley. "By placing Radiesse very superficially under the skin in a very thin, fine, smooth layer, one can stimulate a process where the body is making more collagen III as opposed to collagen I, which is a more desirable collagen. This is very useful for fine lines and very fine wrinkles on the neck and face. Not only does it provide immediate results, but it continues to work by stimulating natural collagen, which helps the results last a year or much more."
Gift and get in on February's HydraFacial MD special. Gift one HydraFacial MD and get one at 50% off. "HydraFacial MD super cleans the skin, ridding it of what makes skin look dingy and older while infusing it with vital nutrients including peptides, hyaluronic acid and antioxidants. It achieves what microdermabrasion and some laser procedures do with no downtime," says Dr. Buckley. "Clients love it because it's a gentle and effective rejuvenating option for all ages. Many clients get it before a big event to look their best and then keep coming back because of how glowingly healthy it keeps the skin."
Shrink pores, stimulate collagen and noticeably improve fine lines and wrinkles, skin laxity and acne scars with DermaTyte. In February, get 45% off DermaTyte non-invasive laser tightening combination treatment, developed by Dr. Richard E. Buckley. "DermaTyte is ideal for people who want a non-invasive skin tightening treatment without downtime. It's a laser technique that improves skin tightening, texture and tone with each treatment. DermaTyte comfortably tightens skin virtually anywhere on the body and addresses fine wrinkles," states Dr. Buckley.
Celebrate love, not love handles, in February with CoolSculpting. MilfordMD is offering buy one CoolSculpting cycle, get $150 off a second cycle. FDA-approved to treat the abdomen, flanks (aka love handles), inner and outer thighs, bra bulge, back fat, under the butt and upper arms, CoolSculpting is a state-of-the-art non-surgical procedure that uses cold temperatures to eliminate fat. "CoolSculptingreduces the temperature of the fatty tissue to where those cells die and are eliminated during the weeks after treatment. Once those fat cells are gone, they are gone for good. The best part is we can reduce unwanted fat without making any incisions or doing surgery," says Dr. Marina Buckley.
For more information about these MilfordMD website specials, go to: https://milfordmd.com/pricing/specials/.
About MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center:
The MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center offers state-of-the-art highly specialized procedures in laser and cosmetic surgery and aesthetic skin care. In addition to its AAAHC nationally accredited surgical center and extensive laser surgery capabilities, MilfordMD offers physician designed skin care products for home use. Milford Pennsylvania's MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center is sought out by patients from around the world for expertise and innovation in cosmetic treatments performed by Board Certified Physicians, Richard E. Buckley, M.D. and Marina Buckley, M.D.
MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center is located at 303 W. Harford Street, Milford, PA 18337. Tel: (570) 491-1962. For real patient video testimonials, follow MilfordMD on Instagram and Facebook, and visit our MilfordMD YouTube channel.

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Organization to Host Discussion Among Industry Leaders at National Press Club Event

WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
The Root Cause Coalition, representing 77 organizations from the healthcare, non-profit and business sectors, committed to achieving health equity for all Americans will unveil its new Status of Health Equity Report and discuss its findings and recommendations at a February 26th event at the National Press Club.
The event will feature a presentation and discussion of the Coalition's new Status of Health Equity Report, which examines both the progress and the gaps in addressing the health disparities and socioeconomic factors impacting the health and well-being of individuals and communities. The report identifies and recommends the top three actionable strategies that can be implemented by organizations and communities to improve health equity, as well as provides examples of the extraordinary work being undertaken across the country to address the root causes of health inequities.
Healthcare industry leaders will participate in the discussion, including Randy Oostra, President and CEO of ProMedica; Lisa Marsh Ryerson, President of AARP Foundation; Leigh Caswell, Vice President of Community Health for Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Julia Ryan, Vice President of Health Initiatives for Local Initiatives Support Corporation; and Barbara Petee, Executive Director of The Root Cause Coalition.
WHAT:      
The Root Cause Coalition unveils new Status of Health Equity Report
WHEN:      
February 26, 2020 
8:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M. ET
WHERE:      
National Press Club, Holeman Lounge 
529 14th Street, N.W. 
Washington, D.C. 20045
WHO:      
Randy Oostra, President and CEO, ProMedica; Chair, The Root Cause Coalition Board 
Barbara Petee, Executive Director, The Root Cause Coalition 
Lisa Marsh Ryerson, President, AARP Foundation; Vice-Chair, The Root Cause Coalition Board 
Leigh Caswell, Vice President, Community Health, Presbyterian Healthcare Services 
Julia Ryan, Vice President of Health Initiatives, Local Initiatives Support Corporation
RSVP: Media planning to attend the event should RSVP https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/healthequityreportto register and obtain credentials.
The Root Cause Coalition is a non-profit, member-driven organization comprised of 77 leading health systems, hospital associations, foundations, businesses, national and community nonprofits, health insurers, academic institutions, and policy centers. The Coalition works to achieve health equity through cross-sector collaboration in advocacy, education, and research. In support of this mission, the Coalition seeks to uphold its four core values: Focusing on Community Change, Advancing Authentic Collaboration, Scaling Innovative Solutions, and Engaging and Learning from Communities.
Press Contact: betsy.holahan@720strategies.com or 202-604-0020

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The report identifies and recommends the top three actionable strategies that can be implemented by organizations and communities to improve health equity.



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The UN Foundation's Shot@Life Campaign, which seeks to increase vaccine access for children around the world, applauds the Administration for committing to fund Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, but remains concerned about other aspects of the President's FY21 Budget.

WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
President Trump recently released his budget for fiscal year 2021. For the fourth consecutive year, his budget proposes substantial, damaging cuts to foreign affairs, global health, and global child vaccine programs. Overall, the budget calls for a 22% cut to development and diplomacy, slashes USAID global health programs by $3.1B, and significantly reduces funding for the global child immunization programs Shot@Life supports.
Specifically, the budget would: 

Slash funding for global polio and measles programs at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), by $11M and $9M, respectively.

Significantly decrease global polio funding for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).

Eliminate funding for UNICEF, the United Nations' agency responsible for protecting the health and wellbeing of tens of millions of children, the majority of whom live in the most fragile places around the world.

Dramatically restrict funding for other multilateral programs at the World Health Organization (WHO).

That said, one aspect of the budget related to child immunization deserves strong praise. Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, will begin its next 5-year strategic cycle in 2021 and is seeking at least $7.4 billion from global donors to realize its ambitious goal of immunizing an additional 300 million children between 2021-2025. This achievement would bring the total number of children Gavi has helped immunize to 1.1 billion since its launch in 2000.
Shot@Life commends the Administration for proposing full funding for Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, at $290M for FY2021. We also applaud the Administration for committing the government to a multi-year pledge at that funding level, which will support Gavi with $290M through FY2023. This is a welcome announcement and Shot@Life would like to thank Administrator Mark Green, head of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), for supporting a multi-year pledge that will save children's lives while leveraging support from other government, civil society, and private sector donors. During the strategic period, recipient countries will also contribute at least $3.6B in co-financing and self-funded vaccine programs.
On February 25, 120 Shot@Life advocates from across the country will come to Washington, D.C. for our 2020 Champion Summit to ask their members of Congress to fully fund global child immunization programs. While we remain grateful for the Administration's commitment to Gavi, we are concerned that deep cuts to overall global health programs will restrict the impact of the Gavi investment and undermine the global immunization work of our UN partners. All bilateral and multilateral global health programs must be fully funded so that we may halt outbreaks at their source, protect Americans at home and abroad, and save millions of children from preventable illness.

While we remain grateful for the Administration's commitment to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, we are concerned that deep cuts to overall global health programs will restrict the impact of the Gavi investment and undermine the global immunization work of our UN partners.



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SGF is the largest fertility center in the state of Virginia and has been serving the D.C. metro community for nearly 3 decades. Northern Virginia and D.C. residents have convenient access to two of SGF's state-of-the-art IVF centers, located in Fairfax, VA, and Rockville, MD.

FAIRFAX, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
The largest fertility center in the state of Virginia with seven locations in Northern Virginia: Arlington, Dulles-Aldie, Fair Oaks, Fairfax, Fredericksburg, Leesburg, and Woodbridge, as well as two locations in the District, is proud to announce that eight D.C.- and Virginia-based fertility specialists have been named as Top Docs for Infertility by Northern Virginia Magazine.
Each of the board certified reproductive endocrinologists provide best-in-class fertility care and offer a full range of diagnostic and treatment options for male and female infertility. This year's honorees include:
Paulette E. Browne, M.D. | Fair Oaks, VA 
Rachana V. Garde, M.D., M.P.H. | Fairfax, VA 
Naveed Khan, M.D. | Leesburg and Dulles-Aldie, VA 
Eric D. Levens, M.D. | Fairfax, VA 
Anitha Nair, M.D. | Arlington, VA, and K Street, Washington, D.C. 
Barbara Osborn, M.D. | Sibley Hospital Campus, Washington, D.C. 
David S. Saffan, M.D. | Fairfax, VA 
Eric Widra, M.D. | K Street and Sibley Hospital Campus, Washington, D.C.
To determine the region's "Top Doctors," Northern Virginia Magazine complies a list based on a peer nominations and physician-led panels. A research team vets each nomination to ensure the physician is in good standing with the Virginia Department of Health Professionals.
"My heartfelt appreciation goes out to our patients, physician peers, and the community for this recognition. We feel fortunate to have earned your continued support. We're humbled to have such a long and successful history of helping patients of this community build their families," says Dr. Widra, SGF's Chief Medical Officer, who sees patients in SGF's K Street and Sibley Hospital Campus, Washington, D.C. locations.
"It's an honor to be recognized by my physician peers and to be named among so many distinguished physicians," said Dr. Browne of SGF's Fair Oaks, VA, location.
Providing personalized care has always been at the heart of SGF, which is why 96 percent of SGF patients would recommend SGF to a family member or friend.
To schedule a physician consultation, call the SGF New Patient Center at 1-888-761-1967 or submit this brief online form.
About Shady Grove Fertility (SGF) 
SGF is a leading fertility and IVF center of excellence with more than 85,000 babies born and counting. With 38 locations throughout FL, GA, MD, NY, PA, VA, D.C., and Santiago, Chile, we offer patients individualized care, accept most insurance plans, and make treatment affordable through innovative financial options, including treatment guarantees. More physicians refer their patients to SGF than any other center. Call 1-888-761-1967 or visit ShadyGroveFertility.com.

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Pharmica Consulting announced it will attend CHI's 11th Annual SCOPE Summit on February 18 - 21 2020 in Orlando, FL.

ORLANDO, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Pharmica Consulting announced it will attend CHI's 11th Annual SCOPE Summit, geared to clinical operations executives and focusing on all facets of clinical trial planning and management. Pharmica will be discussing the importance of effective project management, portfolio management, patient engagement, and more.
"We have attended the SCOPE Summit every year and are excited to participate once again," said Matt Kiernan, Partner at Pharmica Consulting. "The conference is the ideal environment for networking and gaining knowledge on cutting edge innovation and insights on what the future of clinical development will hold. We are looking forward to sharing Pharmica's experiences within all aspects of clinical R&D and hearing what other industry leaders are focusing on."
"We're excited to spend a few days swapping stories with our friends and clients at SCOPE," said Eric Lake, Partner at Pharmica Consulting. "For years, Pharmicaproject managers have been working in all aspects of drug development for clients both large and small. We've listened to what our clients want, and that's project managers who have subject matter expertise – everything from drug development project managers and clinical program managers to study managers to more niche roles such as clinical supply chain and IRT project managers."
"We are eager to share what we've been doing from a project management perspective in the areas of drug development, regulatory, process improvement, pharmacovigilance, and more," said Greg Cohee, Partner at Pharmica Consulting. "We are aware of the demands and financial climate changes in the pharma industry and can't wait speak to attendees about our subject matter expertise and hear their experiences as well."
If attendees are looking for fun at SCOPE, Pharmica Consulting will host their annual cocktail reception in the outdoor Orchid Room at the Hyatt Regency Orlando, where the conference takes place, on Thursday, February 20th at 6:30 PM. Please visit https://www.pharmicaconsulting.com/2020-scope-cocktails-hors-doeuvres-reception/ for more information.
Those interested in learning more about Pharmica Consulting and service offerings or upcoming events can visit Pharmica's website. To request additional information, please contact Eric Lake at (973) 945-4482.
About Pharmica Consulting: 
Pharmica Consulting, one of the life sciences industry's leading consulting firms, provides a variety of offerings designed to help pharmaceutical and biotech clients achieve true operational excellence. Consultants at Pharmica invest the time needed to truly understand a client's specific challenges and tailor solutions to help them create a more profitable business environment. Pharmica Consulting knows how to build effective strategies - and deliver against those strategies as promised.

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What customs or FDA laws and regulations should one follow when importing medical devices and drugs products into the U.S.?

FALLS CHURCH, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 14, 2020
Top Customs and FDA Enforcement Issues for Imports 
of Pharmaceuticals, Biologics and Medical Devices 
An FDAnews Webinar 
Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020, 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. EST 
https://www.fdanews.com/customsfdaenforcement
What is the latest on importation issues with pharmaceuticals and medical devices? If one does not know the latest one can become vulnerable to having shipments delayed, detained or refused at the border.
Get a better understanding of worst-case scenarios in importation with the FDA and the Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) so one will have the right precompliance programs in place.
Join us on Feb. 25 for an overview of top customs and the FDA enforcement issues with Jennifer Diaz, an expert in customs and international trade law.
During the webinar, attendees will: 

Master how to deploy the top 10 tips for complying with the Customs and Border Patrol and the FDA when importing medical devices, OTC or prescription drugs into the United States

Assess the enforcement mechanisms available to Customs and Border Patrol, including the detention and seizure of non-compliant products and potential liquidated damages or penalties that can be issued against an importer

Identify the enforcement mechanisms available to the FDA, such as notices of detention, warning letters and including a company on an import alert subjecting the importer to detention without physical examination

Determine how to mitigate any potential enforcement actions by the FDA or Customs and Border Patrol

Properly executing an import and export program for medical products, will help one avoid delayed, detained or refused shipments.
Interested in registering multiple sites? 
Call 888.838.5578 in the U.S. or +1 703.538.7600 globally 
to learn about our special multisite discount.
Webinar Details: 
Top Customs and FDA Enforcement Issues for Imports 
of Pharmaceuticals, Biologics and Medical Devices 
An FDAnews Webinar 
Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020, 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. EST 
https://www.fdanews.com/customsfdaenforcement
Tuition: 
$287 per site
Easy Ways to Register: 
Online: https://www.fdanews.com/customsfdaenforcement
By phone: 888.838.5578 or 703.538.7600
About FDAnews: 
FDAnews is the premier provider of domestic and international regulatory, legislative, and business news and information for executives in industries regulated by the US FDA and the European Medicines Agency. Pharmaceutical and medical device professionals rely on FDAnews' print and electronic newsletters, books and conferences to stay in compliance with international standards and the FDA's complex and ever-changing regulations



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Since 2016, through blood drives on campus, 3,775 donors helped to save 11, 325 lives, according to the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center.

SAN ANTONIO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
In honor of National Donor Day Feb. 14, Northwest Vista College not only educates students, but also saves lives in San Antonio.
Since 2016, through blood drives on campus, 3,775 donors helped to save 11,325 lives, according to the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center.
In 2019, NVC had its biggest year and 1,288 students, employees and faculty donated blood – a 31% increase from the previous year. From 2016 to 2019, the five campuses that make up Alamo Colleges had 7,269 donors give blood, which resulted in saving over 21,000 lives. During a typical semester, there are several blood drives at each of the campuses - Northwest Vista College, San Antonio College, St. Philip's College, Palo Alto College and Northeast Lakeview.
But there are more lives to be saved. And now is an even more critical time. To start off the year, the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center experienced a shortage. Typically during the holidays, donations decline and many college campuses are closed. Students are a big supplier of blood. Several local hospitals had trauma cases recently that used dozens of units of blood, wiping out inventories.
Approximately 60% of the population is eligible to give blood at any one time, but less than 5% of those who are eligible actually make a donation. While all blood types are needed, the demand is especially high for type O-negative donors. O-negative donors make up just 7% of the population, but because O-negative blood can be used for any patient in an emergency, 12% of the orders from South Texas hospitals are O negative.
To encourage more students to donate, NVC and its sister colleges are taking on a new challenge. Each campus has a goal to snag about 10% of its daytime enrollment. In return, the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center will match the amount of blood given for food or supplies for each campus' food pantry. In the last few years, food pantries were started at Northwest Vista College, San Antonio College, St. Philip's College, Palo Alto College and Northeast Lakeview to respond to the rising need of students not able to eat on a daily basis.
"We want to be a resource for students. It's important not just to come to campus and ask for blood. If you are putting blood on our shelves, we want to put food on the shelves of your food pantries," said Vanessa Gonzales, a donor recruitment consultant with the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center.

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"We want to be a resource for students. It's important not just to come to campus and ask for blood. If you are putting blood on our shelves, we want to put food on the shelves of your food pantries," said Vanessa Gonzales, a donor recruitment consultant with the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center



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Artificial Intelligence Applications in Medical Field Explored on Sharon Kleyne Talk Radio. Richard Li Joins Sharon Kleyne on Kleyne Talk Radio To Examine Future of Artificial Intelligence on Earth.

GRANTS PASS, ORE. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Air Date: 10 February 2020
Guest: Richard Li, graduate student and a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Western Washington University, Washington
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/121578/artificial-intelligence-will-it-change-the-world
Artificial intelligence is changing the way we live on this planet and its future is limitless according to Sharon Kleyne, host of the internationally syndicated radio program The Sharon Kleyne Hour Water Life Science/Nature's Pharma, The Power of Water & Your Health sponsored by Nature's Tears EyeMist on VoiceAmerica and her special guest, Richard Li, a graduate of biochemistry, a graduate teaching assistant at Western Washington University, an author and concert pianist who studied to be a surgeon before switching paths to computer science and artificial intelligence.
For Kleyne, of course, everything begins with the water evaporation of the water vapor in the atmosphere. "Lack of education has been very concerning to me," says Kleyne. "For planet earth to exist to eternity, people need to take the water seriously. Breathing the moisture in the atmosphere is vital to life. Evaporation takes you from dehydration to death. You need to know that word: Evaporation!"
Kleyne, founder and research director of Bio Logic Aqua Research Water Life Science, is also concerned that artificial intelligence could be used to alter the atmosphere and negatively impact peoples' lives and health. "Artificial intelligence is really about the body living with the water vapor in the atmosphere," says Kleyne. "What is happening with that computer and algorithm is affected by the water vapor in the atmosphere."
Richard Li describes how "artificial intelligence is all about using computers to write software that thinks and process information like humans do. I'm specializing in the field of the mathematics of machine learning and deep learning, which is sort of a subset of artificial intelligence," says Li.
Li goes on to describe how machine learning uses mathematical models, algorithm, in order to take in data that you currently have and extrapolate it in order to accommodate future information. It allows you to build models that predict alternative outcomes. Deep learning uses what is called a convolutional network in order to model the human brain.
When Kleyne asks about applications of artificial intelligence to assist diagnosis in the medical field, Li is enthusiastic. "One of the goals we're going for with artificial intelligence," says Li, "is to be able to assist doctors in their practice." Yet, there is much work to be done. "At this point," Li cautions, "the medical world is very behind when it comes to adopting artificial intelligence. I do believe we can use artificial intelligence to diagnose illness. We can use algorithm to analyze patient symptoms."
Kleyne also raises the issue of world security and the ways it might be impacted by artificial intelligence. "China," says Li, "has the most highly developed artificial intelligence system in the world. More than 300 million facial recognition cameras are installed throughout China. If, for example, you jaywalk," says Li, "a camera/computer will immediately identify you and deduct a fine from your bank account."
Still, artificial intelligence can be a force for good and can be used for almost anything such as storage and predicting alternate outcomes, Li points out.
Listen to the talk radio program organized by program director Rose Hong of Global Dragon TV and featuring Richard Li, pianist and author of Find True North (an identity and freedom quest tale set in North Korea) who is also a graduate student and a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Western Washington University in computer science and artificial intelligence and new water technology educator and evaporative dry eye researcher Sharon Kleyne as they discuss artificial intelligence and its possible application to the medical field, security, atmosphere, education, water and evaporation, follow this link: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/121578/artificial-intelligence-will-it-change-the-world
If you would like to watch a brief, entertaining educational film that demonstrates the application of the new Dry Eye Solution technology Nature's Tears EyeMist, sponsor of Sharon Kleyne's talk radio program, go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0gOr8TB45U



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The educational segment will look into efforts that healthcare professionals suggest and individuals can implement in order to stay healthy.

MIAMI (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Laurence Fishburne, the talented Academy Award-nominated actor, and one of the stars of the "John Wick" franchise and television programs like "Blackish", will introduce a new educational episode of the series "Behind The Scenes". In this episode, medical professionals will discuss the spread of contagious viruses, including the Flu, and how individuals and organizations can be vigilant in helping combat infection. The segment is designed to be informative and enlightening for viewing audiences.
Each year, at the outset of flu season, the public is flooded with information regarding safety precautions and necessary steps to prevent illness... and for good reason. Recently, the flu has been responsible or partially responsible for over ten thousand deaths every year. In the 2019-2020 flu season, the CDC estimated that between twenty three and thirty one million cases of the flu would be transmitted, meaning an extremely active timeframe for the virus and the possibility of even more loss of life than recent years.
As many are aware, receiving a flu vaccine every year is one of the most effective methods of preventing transmission of the virus. Not only does a flu shot help individuals protect their own health, but it also reduces stress on the healthcare and hospital systems, which often absorb hundreds of thousands of medical visits that are flu-related. Additionally, individuals and families can use additional preventative measures, such as sanitizing their hands as well as their homes, offices, and locations of frequent visitation.
These are also helpful to prevent the transmission of other viruses, germs, and diseases that can be hazardous to consumer health. As concern over the recent coronavirus outbreak in the Wuhan region of China continues to escalate, and with the death toll now over one thousand, many are effectively changing their habits and taking further precautions to keep themselves and their families healthy.
This segment of the program will feature leaders in the field of infectious disease and virus protection who will discuss why these steps are so critical, and the future outlook of disease prevention and safety.
"Behind The Scenes" is hosted by Laurence Fishburne, and is anchored by a veteran development and production team that have won numerous awards for their achievements in educational television. The content produced by the program is quality checked prior to dissemination to a national television audience.
(Source: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/burden/preliminary-in-season-estimates.htm)

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This segment of the program will feature leaders in the field of infectious disease and virus protection who will discuss why these steps are so critical, and the future outlook of disease prevention and safety.



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