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"A smile says a lot about you. When you smile, you're saying hello to the world," says NJ Top Dentist Dr. Ivan Stein of Northfield Dental Group.
At Northfield Dental Group, they do their best to give patients the smile they want. Their goal is for everyone to have a healthy, bright, confident smile.
West Orange, New Jersey based NJ Top Dentist, Dr. Ivan Stein is a recognized innovator in neuromuscular and cosmetic dentistry. He has personally developed a number of successful oral appliances for use in neuromuscular dentistry, including OravanOSA, an oral appliance for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.
"The best part of my day, is when I see a patient that is smiling, happy, comfortable, and knows that we've made a difference in their life. Northfield Dental Group is a premier dental practice. We perform every aspect of dental care," says Dr. Stein. "What makes us different is that our staff cares. They care about you, and that's what's important."
Dr. Stein has dedicated two decades of his career to researching and treating functional disorders of the jaw and mouth — including temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) and excessive snoring caused by obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) — as well as full mouth reconstruction.
To learn more about Dr. Stein and Northfield Dental Group, please visit: https://njtopdocs.com/nj-dentists/dr-ivan-stein/
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NJ Top Dentist, Dr. Ivan Stein of Northfield Dental Group

The best part of my day, is when I see a patient that is smiling, happy, comfortable, and knows that we've made a difference in their life.



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Prevent Blindness, the nation's oldest non-profit eye health organization, will be holding its fifteenth annual "Eyes on Capitol Hill" advocacy day on Wed., Feb. 26, 2020, in Washington, D.C. The annual program provides those from across the United States the opportunity to meet with Congressional and Senate members, and their staff, to discuss vision issues, including access to care, prevention and research.
Data shows that the number of individuals with visual impairment and blindness is increasing in the United States and around the globe as a result of shifting demographics and aging populations. According to the Prevent Blindness report, "Children's Vision And Eye Health: A Snapshot of Current National Issues," uncorrected vision problems can impair child development, interfere with learning, and even lead to permanent vision loss.
To help address the growing need for vision health support, this year's Eyes on Capitol Hill advocates will ask elected officials to: 

Invest $5 million in funding for the CDC's Vision Health Initiative to conduct much-needed surveillance.

Maintain the CDC's work in glaucoma prevention and awareness with $4 million.

Support continued investments to the National Eye Institute (NEI) that will enhance the scope of research to support public health objectives of early detection, prevention, and population health.

Prevent Blindness has also established the Prevent Blindness Policy Roadmap to guide efforts at the federal level to effectively save sight, and to help provide cost effective solutions to government entities, private institutions, and patients.
"Prevent Blindness began back in 1908 as a public advocacy organization, dedicated to preventing unnecessary vision loss," said Jeff Todd, president and CEO of Prevent Blindness. "The year 2020 is particularly fitting as a time to focus on advocating for vision health issues."
For more information on Eyes on Capitol Hill, or Prevent Blindness and its advocacy initiatives, please call (800) 331-2020 or visit https://www.preventblindness.org/advocacy-prevent-blindness.
About Prevent Blindness 
Founded in 1908, Prevent Blindness is the nation's leading volunteer eye health and safety organization dedicated to fighting blindness and saving sight. Focused on promoting a continuum of vision care, Prevent Blindness touches the lives of millions of people each year through public and professional education, advocacy, certified vision screening and training, community and patient service programs and research. These services are made possible through the generous support of the American public. Together with a network of affiliates, Prevent Blindness is committed to eliminating preventable blindness in America. For more information, or to make a contribution to the sight-saving fund, call 1-800-331-2020. Or, visit us on the Web at preventblindness.org or facebook.com/preventblindness.

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Prevent Blindness to Hold Fifteenth Annual "Eyes on Capitol Hill" Advocacy Event on Feb. 26, 2020.

"Prevent Blindness began back in 1908 as a public advocacy organization, dedicated to preventing unnecessary vision loss," said Jeff Todd, president and CEO of Prevent Blindness. "The year 2020 is particularly fitting as a time to focus on advocating for vision health issues."




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TherapyAppointment, a mental-health focused software provider, has announced donations exceeding $45,000 to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), and Open Path Psychotherapy Collective (Open Path). The combined donations will generously support each non-profit's respective mental health programs and initiatives in 2020.
Each year, TherapyAppointment donates a portion of its profits to charitable organizations nationwide. With input from valued customers, NAMI, RAINN, and Open Path were selected to be recipients of this year's funds.
NAMI is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for millions of Americans affected by mental illness. For 40 years, NAMI has been at the forefront of the mental health movement providing support, education, and advocacy to ensure people get the care they need and deserve.
"NAMI is thankful for TherapyAppointment's generous donation, allowing us to better serve people affected by mental illness through advocacy, education, support, and public awareness," said Chuck Harman, NAMI's Chief Development Officer.
RAINN, the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization, created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country, including the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. Carrying out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure perpetrators are brought to justice. RAINN will use its donation from TherapyAppointment to continue providing critical support to survivors of sexual violence and their loved ones.
"Thank you so much for being a part of this community and helping us provide support to survivors and their loved ones. Everything we do to help survivors is only possible because of your support," said ToQuyen Doan, RAINN.
Open Path Psychotherapy Collective, a non-profit nationwide network of mental health professionals, is dedicated to providing in-office mental health care at a steeply reduced rate to individuals, couples, children, and families in need. With more than 8,000 therapists in private practice in its network, Open Path has connected more than 30,000 clients with affordable psychotherapeutic care. Additionally, more than 36,000 students have signed on to take one of their affordable online wellness classes. Open Path will use its donation from TherapyAppointment to support additional psychotherapeutic care programs and mental health classes for those in need.
"The Gift from TherapyAppointment will enable us to put more care and attention into this critical component of our mission," said Paul Fugelsang, the founder and Executive Director of the nonprofit.
An innovative electronic medical records solution, Dr. William Whitehead created TherapyAppointment to meet the unique needs of therapists, counselors and other practitioners in the field of mental health by improving workflow and office efficiency. This allows providers to devote more time to provide therapy services to patients.
"We are grateful to be able to support these organizations as a part of our overall mission to facilitate the delivery of mental health services," said Dr. Whitehead.
About TherapyAppointment 
TherapyAppointment, a cloud-based practice management solution, is committed to improving processes in scheduling, appointment reminders, charting, notes, billing, insurance, and more for mental health clinics. Trusted by thousands of practitioners nationwide, TherapyAppointment puts the focus back on mental health patients by minimizing the time spent on paperwork and other practice management tasks.
For more information, please visit TherapyAppointment.com, or connect with TherapyAppointment on Facebook or Twitter.
Media Contact 
Company Name: TherapyAppointment 
Contact Person: Harpreet Cheema 
Email: Harpreet@therapyappointment.com 
Phone: 800-242-2127 
Address: 181 Oren Dr., Mills River, Asheville NC 28756
Country: United States 
Website: TherapyAppointment.com

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"We are grateful to be able to support these organizations as a part of our overall mission to facilitate the delivery of mental health services", said Dr. William Whitehead, founder and CEO of TherapyAppointment".



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GRx is pleased to introduce its newest sales and service superstar, Michael Dreaden. As a Regional Account Executive (RAE) Mike was added to our roster and has been assigned accounts in Alabama and the surrounding area.
Mike is driven to succeed by consistently exceeding customer expectations. He understands the nuances of good customer service giving him the ability to provide the very best customer experience possible. He has almost three decades of experience in increasingly responsible roles in sales and service. In his most recent position, he held a leadership role as the territory manager for The Valspar Corporation which was purchased by Sherwin Williams.
Born and raised in Saraland, Alabama, Mike is an excellent problem solver with in-depth knowledge of the returns industry. Mike has lived in the historic and gracious gulf city of Mobile, Alabama for the past 23 years. Outside of work, Mike is a drummer in a local cover band called Fat Native.
"Alabama has been an increasing area of growth for GRx. To say we found Mike when we needed him most would be an understatement. He possesses outstanding interpersonal skills that will enable to him to easily connect with customers in his territory." says, Darren Volkes, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing.
About GRx
Our three decades of industry expertise makes us the leading for Pharmaceutical Returns. GRx is driven to ensure pharmacies make smarter business decisions about expired and underperforming inventory using actionable, decision-critical data


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Ryan's Quest, a New Jersey based non-profit organization dedicated to finding treatments and a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is excited to announce the collaboration of four Duchenne foundations to provide a $200,000 research grant to begin funding a promising Duchenne research project for Dr. Dongsheng Duan at The University of Missouri.
The fundamental problem in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is dystrophin gene mutation. If we can replace the mutated dystrophin gene with a good one, it will address the root cause of the disease.
Adeno-associated virus (AAV) is a powerful gene therapy vector. FDA has recently approved two gene therapy drugs that are made of the AAV vector. These AAV drugs are currently been prescribed to children who suffer from a rare blindness disease and infants who suffer from an inherited motor neuron degenerative disease.
The AAV vector is now being tested in Duchenne boys to deliver a miniaturized micro-dystrophin gene to the muscle. In order to treat all muscles in the body, investigators have to inject at least 10^15 vector particles to a single patient. This creates many problems. The entry of the gigantic quantities of the AAV particles to the body increases the odds of adverse reactions. The need for the huge amount of AAV vectors also brings in a huge burden and pressure to manufacture. Innovative strategies are in urgent demand to overcome these hurdles.
Dr. Dongsheng Duan, a professor at the University of Missouri has worked on AAV micro-dystrophin gene therapy for two decades. In this project, Dr. Duan and his team will develop the next-generation AAV vectors. They will utilize a novel human muscle platform to screen for the best candidates and identify new AAVs that can more effectively deliver a gene to the muscle.    
"We greatly appreciate the support and commitment from Ryan's Quest, Michael's Cause, Pietro's Fight, and Powers Promise in helping researchers like us to develop a safer and more effective gene therapy for DMD. Grassroots effort from the Duchenne community is a great inspiration and a critical driving force in our day to day research. We cannot thank you enough for your relentless efforts in raising funding for research."
"If we can develop a super-AAV that is much more potent than the AAV currently in use in DMD patients, we will be able to achieve the same therapeutic efficacy at a much lower AAV dosage, and hence greatly reduce safety concerns and AAV manufacture burden" said Dr. Duan.
About Duchenne muscular dystrophy 
Duchenne is a progressive neuromuscular disorder that causes a loss of motor, pulmonary, and cardiac function, and premature death. It is the most common lethal pediatric genetic disorder, and it affects every 1 in 3,500 live male births and some females. Duchenne is caused by the body's inability to create dystrophin, a large protein found in muscle cells. Duchenne has no FDA approved treatment or cure and is 100% fatal. Children with Duchenne are born normal and decline over time, usually losing their ability to walk around the age of 12 and succumbing to the disease in their early to mid-twenties.
About The Foundations 
Ryan's Quest (NJ), Michael's Cause (NY), Pietro's Fight (NY), and Powers Promise (NJ) are grassroots foundations founded by families affected by Duchenne. The Foundations raise awareness of Duchenne and direct all funding to the best medical and scientific research to find better treatments and a future cure for this disease. These family-founded and operated organizations believe that collaboration between Duchenne patient organizations is essential to speeding potential therapies through the drug development pipeline.
Contact Information for Media, RFP, and Grant Inquiries 
David Schultz 
President, Ryan's Quest 
dave@ryansquest.org 
http://www.ryansquest.org
Robert Capolongo 
President, Michael's Cause 
robertcapolongo@michaelscause.org 
http://www.michaelscause.org

"We greatly appreciate the support and commitment from Ryan's Quest, Michael's Cause, Pietro's Fight, and Powers Promise in helping researchers like us to develop a safer and more effective gene therapy for DMD.



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Cancer diagnostics is a highly dynamic field that consists of various types of platforms. Molecular diagnostics platforms are increasingly becoming popular as they enable accurate diagnosis as well as prognosis evaluation, which are important for treatment decisions. In 2019, the market for molecular cancer diagnostics, including histology and assays, reached $1.6 billion, increasing 11.5% over roughly $1.435 billion in 2018. For 2020, growth is expected to remain relatively stable, driving the market to $1.77 billion for the year. Roche leads the market for oncology, but Illumina comes in second, a testament to the increasing use of next-generation sequencing systems (NGS). This is according to Kalorama Information's new report, "Molecular Cancer Diagnostics".
Rapid uptake of NGS is expected to have significant influence on cancer diagnostics and cancer management. According to the report. NGS allows comprehensive description of germ-line DNA, analysis of somatic mutations, RNA profiles of naturally occurring tumors, and more. However, clinical integration of these advancements is expected to take a while. Even the integration of straightforward assays such as for EGFR mutation or BRCA1/2 took several years, and still many related issues are being studied. Hence, clinical medicine may not immediately benefit significantly from the increasing numbers of novel candidate markers due to the long time needed for clinical validation of molecular cancer diagnostics methods. Still, the demand for single-gene genomics is expected to grow in cancer diagnostics, mainly in advanced markets such as the U.S.
Promising innovation is evident in other relatively established markets as well, such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and in situ hybridization (ISH). For instance, the PCR-based molecular cancer diagnostics segment is being revolutionized by high-sensitivity technologies such as emulsion PCR, including digital droplet PCR (ddPCR), and advanced separation reagents. ISH-based cancer assays are covered under the molecular histology application in the report.
There are several growth opportunities in the molecular cancer diagnostics market including the following: 

• The global market is expected to experience a strong compound annual growth rate (CAGR) through 2025.

• The use of NGS technologies and liquid biopsy methods are increasing, while PCR-based testing in developed markets is decreasing.

• There is a growing interest in research and clinical markets for companion diagnostic tests and an increasing market growth for pharmacodiagnostics.

• The Asia-Pacific market will increase at high double-digit rates.

• Latin America continues to gain momentum but still slower than the global average.

• The U.S. will remain the largest market for molecular cancer diagnostics through 2025.

Kalorama's "Molecular Cancer Diagnostics" report reviews the current makeup of the molecular diagnostics market for cancer, including its notable products and geographical segmentation. The report also reviews expected developments, such as technology and product introduction. Expectations for molecular diagnostics for cancer include the introduction of more biofluid-based (e.g., blood, urine) samples and tests indicated for cancer detection and monitoring. However, the current market remains largely composed of tissue-based tests, companion assays, and tests for the prognosis and diagnosis of specific cancer types. Some of the most significant developments in this field that may have an impact in shaping cancer diagnostics and treatment management are assessed throughout the report. The report also includes statistical information for cancers by type on a global level.
All market data pertain to the global market at the manufacturers' level. The base year for data is 2019 with projections for 2020 and a forecasted market through 2025. Competitive analysis is provided for estimated and published data gathered for the 2019 year. The forecasted market analysis is based on product availability, cancer indications and sales of products expected to reach market by 2025, competitive trends, product marketing, cancer epidemiology, and demographic trends.
Information for this report was gathered using both primary and secondary research, including comprehensive research of secondary sources, such as company reports and literature, government documents and databases, research journals and reports, and general medical and business journals.
Primary research methods included telephone interviews and email correspondence with company representatives, researchers, government representatives, and physicians. These interviews were conducted with the purpose of capturing the perspectives from industry participants on the market opportunity and current trends. This was the basis of formulating forecast models and confirming early findings related to market potential. Secondary research included billing databases and pricing charts.
Kalorama's report is available at: https://kaloramainformation.com/product/molecular-cancer-diagnostics-market/.
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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The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) has announced the availability of and application deadline for its new Lifestyle Medicine Residency Curriculum (LMRC). The curriculum is the first comprehensive, applicable and flexible Lifestyle Medicine curriculum designed for integrated implementation into medical residency programs. Driven by resident involvement, the curriculum has included residents in every aspect of its creation and has been tested in eight residency sites and 11 total programs since 2018. The curriculum is designed to be deliverable by residents to their peers, who then become a local resource for Lifestyle Medicine information.
Deadline for application to the program is March 15. To apply, go to http://bit.ly/38Giv4z.
Lifestyle Medicine treats, often reverses and prevents the chronic disease that represents 80 percent of health care costs today through the combined use of evidence-based lifestyle therapeutic approaches, such as a predominantly whole food, plant-based diet, regular physical activity, adequate sleep, stress management, avoidance of risky substances and positive social connection. ACLM works to fill the gaping void in medical education for Lifestyle Medicine training on these key topics, with a variety of curricula designed for pre-professional and graduate education to residency curriculum and continuing medical education for physicians and other health professionals already in practice.
The LMRC educational component includes 40 hours of in-person didactic material along with 60 hours of asynchronous application activities designed to be completed over a two-year time period. The practicum component enables residents to clearly demonstrate ongoing exposure to and use of the principles of Lifestyle Medicine in the clinical setting with patients. Upon completion of both the educational and practicum components of the curriculum, residents will be qualified to sit for the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine certification exam.
LMRC Executive Director Brenda Rea, MD, DrPH, PT, RD, DipABLM, says the new curriculum completes the ACLM continuum for Lifestyle Medicine training across the medical education spectrum and will play a critical role for future practicing physicians.
"Residency is where a new physician really puts his or her education to work, so this is vital to providing evidence-based Lifestyle Medicine on the ground, in action for patients," Rea said. "This program will help ACLM and all of us in Lifestyle Medicine make healthful living a reality for patients by treating the root cause of so many chronic diseases."
"Lifestyle Medicine treats and reverses chronic disease, and really holds the key to the transformation of our health care system," said ACLM President Dexter Shurney. "Physicians' ability to provide true value-based care—improving health outcomes and lowering costs—will be greatly strengthened by this new curriculum for residents."
Residency sites and programs that are implementing the curriculum include: Baylor Scott & White Internal Medicine Residency in Temple, TX; Providence Family Medicine Residency in Spokane, WA; St Luke's University Health Network - Anderson Campus Family Medicine Residency and Internal Medicine Residency in Easton, PA; University of California San Diego Preventive Medicine Residency in San Diego, CA; University of Mississippi Preventive Medicine Residency in Jackson, MS; Florida State University College of Medicine Family Medicine Residency at Lee Health in Fort Myers, FL; Loma Linda University Family Medicine Residency and Preventive Medicine Residency in Loma Linda, CA; and Prisma Health-Upstate/University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville Family Medicine Residency and Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship in Greenville, SC.
For more information, contact: LMRC@lifestylemedicine.org.
ABOUT THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF LIFESTYLE MEDICINE: ACLM is the medical professional association for those dedicated to the advancement and clinical practice of Lifestyle Medicine as the foundation of a transformed and sustainable health care system. Lifestyle Medicine involves the use of the use of a whole food, plant-predominant dietary lifestyle, regular physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management, avoidance of risky substances and positive social connection as a primary therapeutic modality to prevent, treat, and, oftentimes, reverse the lifestyle-related, chronic disease that's all too prevalent. ACLM addresses the need for quality education and certification, supporting its members in their individual practices and in their collective desire to domestically and globally promote Lifestyle Medicine as the first treatment option, as opposed to a first option of treating symptoms and consequences with expensive, ever-increasing quantities of pills and procedures. Join today at http://www.lifestylemedicine.org.

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Physicians' ability to provide true value-based care will be greatly strengthened by this new curriculum for residents.




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Actor, director, and producer, Laurence Fishburne is no stranger to the film industry. While he is most known for his acting abilities demonstrated in blockbuster hits like the "John Wick" series, Fishburne also makes an exceptional host on the educational show "Behind The Scenes" with Laurence Fishburne. "Behind The Scenes" features a broad array of topics. A new episode will focus on the healthcare industry. The segment will interview industry experts about the use of mobile applications in personalized healthcare.
It is no surprise how much technology infiltrates the lives of individuals daily. The healthcare industry is no stranger to the use of these modern advances. Technology is making the evaluation of personal healthcare options easier than it once was. Previously, a person had to schedule face-to-face interactions to set up coverage. This method came with its problems and limitations. With the aid of technology, the healthcare industry is transforming. Developers are creating applications that can help manage a patient's coverage and options in a way that is lower in costs and easier to control.
Mobile technology is benefiting doctors as well. Doctors can diagnose and treat patients remotely via the internet and communicate with numerous specialists anywhere in the world.
These are a few of the ways how technology is aiding in personal healthcare. The new episode of "Behind The Scenes" with Laurence Fishburne will further explain how mobile applications are benefitting this sector of the healthcare field.
"Behind The Scenes" with Laurence Fishburne is a carefully reviewed program before broadcast to a larger viewing audience. The informational show has accepted several awards for its efforts in educative television. 

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Doctors can diagnose and treat patients remotely via the internet and communicate with numerous specialists anywhere in the world.




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The Team Type 1 Foundation, a nonprofit organization pursuing a global mission of education, empowerment, and equal access to medicine for everyone affected by diabetes, announced a partnership with VeloCity, a fundraising ride benefiting Grady Hospital, around the shared goals of wellness and cycling.
The third annual VeloCity event takes place on May 2nd and begins on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium field and ends at the Home Depot Backyard. The event, designed for cyclists of all experience levels, features four full-supported routes ranging from a 62-100 mile pro ride, a 20-mile beginner option, and a seven-mile kids ride. Additionally, there will be indoor cycling classes taking place at the Home Depot Backyard. In 2019, more than 1,330 riders participated in the event, which is the only cycling event based in downtown Atlanta.
"The Team Type 1 Foundation is honored to officially partner with such a beloved institution in the Atlanta area. Our alliance with VeloCity and the Grady Health Foundation allows us to continue increasing public awareness of diabetes and showing what's possible with the condition," Team Type 1 Foundation Founder and President Phil Southerland said. "Frequently people with type 1 diabetes are told they cannot participate in sports. The Team Type 1 Foundation works to change the perception of diabetes and sports, and together with VeloCity, we are eager to empower people to get out and ride."
"There are few things more important than the overall health of our community. VeloCity was created three years ago to help fund the care that Grady provides to thousands of patients every year and to create an opportunity to bring our city together in a way that celebrates wellness," Grady Health Foundation President Joselyn Baker added. "We could not be more excited about this partnership with Team Type 1 and look forward not only to cheering on their team this May but to working together to grow this into one of Atlanta's marquis sporting events."
There is much more to the VeloCity event than just riding. It kicks off with a group pre-ride breakfast and concludes with a post-ride celebration with lunch, drinks, music and amenities such as a shower trailer, massage tent and activities for kids.
Medalist Sports, who are known for putting on large scale cycling events like the Tour of California, handle the management of the event. All rides are fully supported with rest stops every 10 miles, support vehicles, and a rider tracking system.
The Team Type 1 Foundation has pledged to raise more than $100,000 around the event. As part of its fundraising efforts, the Team Type 1 Foundation will bring riders from the Team Novo Nordisk development team, all who race with type 1 diabetes.
To register: 
To support the Team Type 1 Foundation for this year's VeloCity event, please visit http://give.gradyhealthfoundation.org/goto/TeamType1and register.
All participants receive a t-shirt and SWAG bag. Funds raised by the event support Grady's comprehensive, lifesaving trauma and emergency services, which are used by over 150,000 patients every year (400+ visits/day).
ABOUT TEAM TYPE 1 FOUNDATION 
Established in 2005, the Team Type 1 Foundation is a nonprofit organization pursuing a mission of showing the world that with proper health, exercise and equal access to medicine, anyone with diabetes can achieve their dreams. As the world's largest diabetes and sports organization we strive to dispel the stigma that people with diabetes can't. WE CAN! WE DO! We are What's Possible!!
For more information about Team Type 1 visit http://www.teamtype1.org.
Media Contact: 
Nora McCulloch 
nora.mcculloch@teamtype1.org

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The third annual VeloCity event takes place on May 2nd and begins on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium field

"The Team Type 1 Foundation is honored to officially partner with such a beloved institution in Atlanta. Our alliance with VeloCity and the Grady Health Foundation allows us to continue increasing public awareness of diabetes," Team Type 1 Foundation Founder and President Phil Southerland said.



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NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that Biren Patel, MD, in Arizona Advanced Urology PLLC, has been designated as a UroLift Center of Excellence. The designation recognizes that Dr. Patel has achieved a high level of training and experience with the UroLift System and demonstrated a commitment to exemplary care for men suffering from symptoms associated with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate.
Recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines, the FDA-cleared Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH. The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue.
The UroLift Center of Excellence program is designed to highlight urologists who are committed to educating their patients on BPH and the UroLift System as a treatment option and consistently seek to deliver excellent patient outcomes and experiences.
"We are pleased to recognize Dr. Biren Patel as a UroLift Center of Excellence for his commitment to providing consistent care to BPH patients using the UroLift System treatment," said Dave Amerson, president of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit. "This achievement has helped many patients experience durable, longterm relief from the burdensome symptoms of BPH while preserving sexual function*1,2."
Over 40 million men in the United States are affected by BPH, a condition that occurs when the prostate gland that surrounds the male urethra becomes enlarged with advancing age and begins to obstruct the urinary system. Symptoms of BPH often include interrupted sleep and urinary problems and can cause loss of productivity, depression and decreased quality of life.
Medication is often the first-line therapy for enlarged prostate, but relief can be inadequate and temporary. Side effects of medication treatment can include sexual dysfunction, dizziness and headaches, prompting many patients to quit using the drugs. For these patients, the classic alternative is surgery that cuts, heats or removes prostate tissue to open the blocked urethra. While current surgical options can be very effective in relieving symptoms, they can also leave patients with permanent side effects such as urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and retrograde ejaculation.
About the UroLift System
The FDA-cleared UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a minimally invasive transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue. Clinical data from a pivotal 206-patient randomized controlled study showed that patients with enlarged prostate receiving UroLift implants reported rapid and durable symptomatic and urinary flow rate improvement without compromising sexual function*1,2. Patients also experienced a significant improvement in quality of life. Over 100,000 men have been treated with the UroLift System in the U.S. Most common adverse events reported include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence. Most symptoms were mild to moderate in severity and resolved within two to four weeks after the procedure. The Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. The UroLift System is available in the U.S., Europe, Australia, Canada, Mexico and South Korea. Learn more at http://www.urolift.com
About NeoTract | Teleflex Interventional Urology
A wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated, the Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our initial focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift System, a minimally invasive permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving normal sexual function*1,2. Learn more at http://www.neotract.com.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people's lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit http://www.teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow, Deknatel, Hudson RCI, LMA, Pilling, Rusch, UroLift and Weck – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose
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Jake Elguicze, 610.948.2836 
Treasurer and Vice President, Investor Relations
Media: 
Nicole Osmer, 650.454.0504 nicole@healthandcommerce.com
*No instances of new, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction 
1. Roehrborn, J Urology 2013 LIFT Study 
2. McVary, J Sex Med 2016
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"We are pleased to recognize Dr. Biren Patel as a UroLift Center of Excellence for his commitment to providing consistent care to BPH patients using the UroLift System treatment," said Dave Amerson".



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The swine flu (H1N1) was the virus that spread from animals to humans in America in 2009. The foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a potential new outbreak. Although the U.S. has eradicated this disease after its first and only occurrence in 1929, it is present in more than two-thirds of countries in the world, posing a risk from trading partners.
In a new article released in the Applied Economic Perspectives and Policy, Berna Karali from the University of Georgia along with Matthew Houser from Mather Economics LLC dive deeper into the economic impacts of food safety and animal disease outbreaks.
Karali says, "Results show that food scares contribute to market uncertainty and sharp price fluctuations in livestock futures markets. An important finding is the spillover effect between the two markets. Volatility in the nearby hog futures market is found to lower the volatility in the live cattle market, indicating that uncertainty in one market stabilized fluctuations in a substitute commodity. This possibly stems from increased demand in cattle when pork supplies are variable, suggesting that food scares affecting the hog market increases certainty in the live cattle market."
She continued, "Daily return on cattle futures dropped by about 3 percentage points and variance increased by 0.2 after the first BSE outbreak in the U.S. For hogs, daily return dropped by about 2 percentage points and variance increase by 0.4 following the first H1N1 outbreak."
View the article "How Scary are Food Scares? Evidence from Animal Disease Outbreaks" online. For setting up an interview with Karali, please contact Allison Scheetz in the AAEA Business Office.
ABOUT AAEA: Established in 1910, the Agricultural & Applied Economics Association (AAEA) is the leading professional association for agricultural and applied economists, with 2,500 members in more than 60 countries. Members of the AAEA work in academic or government institutions as well as in industry and not-for-profit organizations, and engage in a variety of research, teaching, and outreach activities in the areas of agriculture, the environment, food, health, and international development. The AAEA publishes two journals, the American Journal of Agricultural Economics and Applied Economic Perspectives & Policy, as well as the online magazine Choices and the online open access publication series Applied Economics Teaching Resources. To learn more, visit http://www.aaea.org.


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Certified III Eating Disorder Recovery Coach Lisabeth Kaeser announced today that her new office of Eating By Faith is now open.
"I am thrilled to be expanding my business into a new office in Terrace Park, Ohio. I will be able to service more clients in a safe and comfortable location and have the ability to host group sessions as well," Kaeser said. ""February 24- March 1 is Eating Disorder Awareness Week and this is a perfect time to announce our expansion."
Lisabeth Kaeser knows first-hand the pitfalls of eating disorders, having suffered from anorexia nervosa/purging type as an adolescent and again as a middle-aged woman. Her perspective provides a unique insight when counseling others. In 2016 she published her first book, Eating By Faith: A Walk with God. My Eating Disorder from the Inside Out, which is available on Amazon.
Lisabeth has worked in the Eating Disorder community for many years, including four years with the Tri-State Eating Disorders Resource Team where she worked as a certified trainer and facilitator for the Body Project .
"For so many years I fought to gain control and it wasn't until I relinquished control to Christ that I found my true identity." Kaeser said. "Using EDIT and scripture, I take my clients through the five principles of Love Your Self, Be True to Your Self, Express Your Self, Give to Your Self, and Believe in Your Self. Through these truths we exchange the lies with the truth that each of us have been "fearfully and wonderfully made" (Psalm 139:14)
Lisabeth Kaeser is a graduate of Hanover College in a BA in Sociology. She recently completed an advanced training certification as an Eating Disorder Intuitive Therapy (EDIT) Coach. She has been trained in Rooted Prayer, a listening and healing prayer model developed by Roots & Branches Network. She has been trained as a lay pastoral peer counselor.
More information about Eating By Faith, Lisabeth's schedule and her core principles, visit her web site at http://www.eatingbyfaith.com




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Community optimizing clinical workflow, improving the quality of care

NEEDHAM, MASS. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 19, 2020
BPM+ Health, a community initiative to improve the quality and consistency of healthcare delivery, announced that it will participate in the HIMSS20Global Health Conference & Exhibition, March 9 - 13, 2020, in Orlando, Florida. BPM+ Health will engage healthcare professionals and other stakeholders at HIMSS20 – the largest global health information and technology event – discussing its work to improve the quality and consistency of patient outcomes through the creation of open notational standards, supporting workflow and clinical pathways to fill a void that exists today.
"Many healthcare providers find it challenging to leverage and disseminate evidence-based practices to the point of care, which is intensified as patients navigate between care organizations," said Ken Rubin, Acting Convener of the BPM+ Health community, and Director of Standards and Interoperability, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. "BPM+ Health members are developing a common language and approach that will improve clinical practices globally, resulting in better health outcomes at reduced cost, enabling contributors and consumers to advance their care practices without usurping their intellectual property."
One of the first deliverables of the community is the Field Guide to Shareable Clinical Pathways, which supports the implementation of clinical guidelines and protocols to enable sharing between organizations. BPM+ Health operates as a non-profit industry trade consortium, and is open to all interested parties. With stakeholders representing multiple interests, including vendors, healthcare providers, professional societies and others, there are dedicated, focused communities-of-practice around all aspects of workflows, from authoring to adoption to implementation, in both clinical and administrative domains.
BPM+ Health Community at HIMSS20
Some of the most trusted names in the health community, including healthcare providers and vendors, have joined BPM+ Health and will be exhibiting at HIMSS20. You can find a listing of BPM+ Health-related sessions, demonstrations and booths from organizations participating at HIMSS20 here.
Be sure to attend these use case sessions given by BPM+ Health member companies:
Veteran Care without Boundaries - Demonstrates the automation and orchestration of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and U.S. Department of Defense Clinical Practice Guidelines for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) using industry standards. Veterans' journeys will be orchestrated in real time: identifying emerging risks, mitigating CKD impacts and preventing a lifetime of costly dialysis appointments. It includes end-user application workflow integration and plug n' play clinical decision support (CDS) tools from an ecosystem of partners. BPM+ Health member participants: Perspecta, RedHat, Trisotech and MDIX. Location: Interoperability Pavilion; Time: Tours start every 45 minutes
Care without Boundaries: Using Standards to Automate Data, Knowledge and Process Exchange across a Federated Landscape - Focuses on the incorporation of the standards for terminology, data exchange, process automation and knowledge endpoints to automate the delivery of best practice guidelines across the patient's journey to make healthcare cheaper, better, faster and more satisfying for all stakeholders. BPM+ Health member participants: University of Utah, industry supporter HSPC and Perspecta Labs. Location: Interoperability Showcase Education Theater; Time: Tuesday, March 10, from 1:30pm - 2:30pm
A Shareable Clinical Pathway for Anemia Management - A shareable clinical pathway is a visual decision model that is both human readable and machine automatable. Such a standardized workflow can improve the efficiency and quality of healthcare processes. Session presents models for the diagnosis and management of anemia and demonstrates the automation capability of BPM+ Health. This session is led by BPM+ Health member Trisotech. Location: Innovation Live, Theater; Time: Wednesday, March 11 from 11:45am - 12:05pm
From Evidence to Encounter: Accelerating Clinical Quality - The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has engaged the BPM+ Health community to apply the use of formal expression language BPM+ to document care pathways. This will not only make care pathways easier to document, it will also help mitigate inherent risks and gaps in care that might occur across care transitions, improve VA compliance with established industry clinical best practices and position the VA to adopt new care pathways more effectively and rapidly. This session also discusses how existing paper-based pathways can be adapted, allowing for improved care and more effective care transitions between external partners. BPM+ Health member participants: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, American College of Emergency Physicians. Location: Hall E - Booth 8300 - Education Theater; Time: Thursday, March 12 from 11:30 - 12:30
A listing of BPM+ Health events, registration and information can be found here. BPM+ Health is an official collaborator of HIMSS20.
About BPM+ Health 
BPM+ Health is a community initiative to improve the quality and consistency of healthcare delivery. It will achieve this by applying business process modeling standards to clinical best practices, care pathways and workflows directly at the point of care. It is a cross-discipline group of professional organizations, clinical societies and healthcare providers working together to develop and pilot standards-driven healthcare process automation techniques to fully realize the benefits of Healthcare IT. BPM+ Health is a program of the Object Management Group (OMG). Visit https://www.bpm-plus.org/ for more information.
For a listing of all OMG trademarks, visit https://www.omg.org/legal/tm_list.htm. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. 

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MedTech IGNITE Expands Steering Committee, Faculty and Sponsors
MedTech Start Up Founders Encouraged to Apply to Participate in 2020 Cohort
The Massachusetts Medical Device Industry Council (MassMEDIC) announced today that the MedTech IGNITE program is now accepting applications from startup founders and CEOs to participate in the 2020 IGNITE Cohort.
The MedTech IGNITE Program is a virtual accelerator offering an experiential training, mentorship and networking curriculum, to attract and nurture the next generation of Boston-area medtech founders and entrepreneurs. IGNITE was relaunched in 2019 with a cohort of 16 companies and support from a grant from the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center. In 2019, IGNITE hosted 10 bootcamps and workshops; increased Cohort members' visibility with potential partners, investors and employees; Cohort members made company presentations at the MassMEDIC MedTech Showcase at DeviceTalks Boston, and several cohort members won significant prizes including MassChallenge and the BRIght Futures Prize.
"We could not be more pleased with the relaunch of IGNITE and we are thrilled to announce the significant new initiatives in 2020, that are intended to support, engage and enrich the medtech ecosystem in Massachusetts," said Brian Johnson, President of MassMEDIC. "MassMEDIC is grateful to our sponsors and the IGNITE Steering Committee for stepping up and giving of their time and expertise to mentor and grow the medtech startup community in the Boston area. Boston is the epicenter of medical technology innovation and entrepreneurship. The IGNITE program is the premier program to showcase the incredible talent here and provide mentorship and support to entrepreneurs and founders building devices to improve care and save lives."
The 2020 IGNITE program promises to be bigger and stronger, with several new initiatives and features including: 

Up to $70,000 in cash and services to select 2020 Cohort members

Expanded Steering Committee

New Corporate Sponsors including Propel, Alira Health and Boyd Technologies

Additional Expert Faculty for workshops and bootcamps

New website designed to create an online community for all stakeholders in the medtech ecosystem to meet, connect and collaborate.

To join the MedTech IGNITE Community or apply for the 2020 Cohort, visit: https://www.ignitemedtech.com/ and click on Go to Challenge

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New 2020 IGNITE initiatives will support, engage and enrich the medtech ecosystem in Massachusetts. IGNITE is the premier program showcasing the incredible talent here and providing mentorship and support to entrepreneurs and founders.




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Rochester partnerships have led to the first OLED lighting fixture manufacturer and designer in North America, that is exclusively dedicated to developing fixtures which use OLED light source(s). Nadarra has designed and manufactured decorative OLED light fixtures geared towards the hospitality industry, which are now available for purchase.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 19, 2020
Nadarra Lighting ("Nadarra"), a start-up lighting designer and manufacturer, headquartered in Rochester, NY, has developed modern, eye-catching, decorative light fixtures, geared towards the hospitality industry, which utilize OLED light panels. Nadarra made a conscious decision to utilize OLED light panels, due to the technology's wellness component. The formation of this new company leverages partnerships in Rochester's backyard. Nadarra will source its OLED light panels exclusively from OLEDWorks, as a member of their Channel Partner Program. The Channel Partner Program provides early adopters expanded access to OLEDWorks' OLED light technology, engineering mindshare, marketing and sales advocacy, and more. Nadarra is among the first companies in the United States, exclusively dedicated to manufacturing decorative light fixtures that use OLED light panels.
"Nadarra Lighting was an early adopter of OLED light and has an impressive portfolio of OLED luminaires," says John Rubens, Vice President of Customer Success at OLEDWorks. "We've always believed in the potential for OLED applications in the hospitality space, and Nadarra has brought that belief to life. We're excited to see what we can do together this year as our partnership expands, and they develop new fixtures in unique designs."
Nadarra has designed and manufactured specification-grade, decorative OLED light fixtures, geared towards the hospitality industry, with plans to expand product and market offerings in upcoming years. The company is focused on the health and wellness of light. Nadarra believes that light needs to be understood as something that can directly impact emotional and physical well-being. With health and wellness being a main component of the hospitality and tourism market, Nadarra saw a need to develop light fixtures that could assist interior designers, architects, owner/operators, and other key hospitality personnel, to bring health and wellness to their guests, through light design. OLED technology poses no blue light risk to your eyes, and is circadian rhythm friendly, leading to better overall health and well-being. The company has future plans to target other health and wellness industries, such as senior living, and long-term care facilities.
In addition to the health and wellness of light, Nadarra is passionate about the creative freedom that OLED's unique form factor brings to interior designers, architects and other professionals in the hospitality industry. All of Nadarra's current OLED light fixtures are designed to behave as eye-catching focal points within a space. Nadarra believes that OLED technology, and LED technology can work well together. That the combination of the two will provide for an unforgettable end-user experience. By utilizing Nadarra's OLED light fixtures, alongside LED ambient lighting, designers now have another tool to address issues with light, and enhance the customer/guest experience.
Bill McDonnell, founder of Nadarra Lighting is passionate about creating a commercial space for OLED light technology. Bill states, "lighting impacts us in so many ways throughout our day. We need to be aware of how light impacts us beyond allowing us to see, but how it impacts our emotional well-being. Believe it or not, lighting is very personal and needs to be viewed and applied in our life that way. We design light fixtures, which utilize OLED technology, so we can be a lighting solution that not only looks good, but also makes you feel good."
The Formation of Nadarra comes as OLED technology continues to gain traction in the market. New research and development is allowing for continued advancement in streamlining processes and procedures, and ultimately leading to a lower price point. OLED was first invented at Kodak in 1987 by chemists Ching W. Tang and Steven Van Slyke. In recent years, OLEDWorks has been an industry leader in continued research and advancement in the OLED field. "It was an obvious choice to exclusively partner with OLEDWorks for our OLED light panels," states McDonnell. "Not only are they the industry leader, producing the highest quality OLED light panels in the world, they are a true story of entrepreneurship and teamwork, right in Rochester."
About Nadarra Lighting
Nadarra Lighting is headquartered in downtown Rochester, New York. The company has an in-depth focus on the health and wellness of light, selling decorative OLED light fixtures that look and feel good. Nadarra's OLED light fixtures are geared towards the commercial industry, and more specifically the hospitality industry. Those interested in learning more about Nadarra and OLED technology can visit the company's website at http://www.nadarralighting.com. For more information, industry updates, and advancements in OLED technology, follow Nadarra on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter - @Nadarralighting.
About OLEDWorks
OLEDWorks is a global leader in the development and production of innovative organic light-emitting diode (OLED) lighting solutions. Founded in 2010 in Rochester NY by many of the original pioneers in the OLED industry, OLEDWorks creates reliable, beautiful and cost-effective OLED light engines that inspire architects, designers and manufacturers around the world.
By producing the world's best performing OLED panels and combining rapid product innovation, OLEDWorks simplifies and enriches your illuminated space. Free from blue light hazards, OLED is the healthy and beautiful light solution. Sustainable and environmentally responsible, OLEDWorks' OLED light engines enhance the well-being of our world and its inhabitants.
OLEDWorks invites the architectural lighting community to Experience OLED Light at Light + Building 2020 and attend a 30-minute educational sprint at LEDucation 2020 to discuss the health and well-being benefits of OLED light. 

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In 2017, the EU's revamped Medical Device Regulation (MDR) was published, which expanded the scope of regulations and requirements that currently govern medical device manufacturers under the Medical Devices Directive (MDD); the timeline provided by MDR was three years, which extends until 25 May 2020. Major changes from the previous MDD include: 

Elimination of the "grandfathering" mechanism, which necessitates that all medical devices on the market must apply to be accredited, regardless of whether or not they were previously approved under earlier directives

Empirical evaluation and testing that demonstrates that devices are biocompatible, in alignment with ISO 10993-1:2018, and not merely relying on historical data that supports a device's safety

Documentation that medical devices do not contain carcinogens, mutagens, or reproductive toxic substances. This can be accomplished by identifying and quantifying the materials that compose the medical device above 0.1 percent (by weight)

Join Scott Graham, PhD, Team Leader at EAG and Carolyn J. Otten, PhD, Senior Manager of Analytical Services at EAG in a live webinar on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at 2pm EST (11am PST) to learn about:

What manufacturers need to know about the EU MDR

Overview of the scope of testing, the analytical approach and turnaround times involved to address new MDR requirements

Three examples of the types of tests offered by Eurofins EAG, presented as case studies

Extractables and leachables studies

Potential follow-up steps after testing

This webinar will be followed by a live Q&A with the featured speakers.
For more information or to register for this event, visit Are You Prepared for the New Requirements of the EU's Medical Device Regulation?
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 
For information about hosting a webinar visit http://xtalks.com/why-host-a-webinar/

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The timeline provided by MDR was three years, which extends until 25 May 2020.




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Nvision Biomedical Technologies, a San Antonio-based medical device and implant manufacturer, will highlight its growing product portfolio for lower extremities at the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Annual Scientific Conference, February 18-22 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. The Trigon Ti Stand-Alone Osteotomy Wedge Fixation System will lead Nvision's innovative showcase. The Trigon titanium wedge system, which was cleared by the FDA in December, is the most advanced 3D-manufactured titanium stand-alone osteotomy wedge system for both Evans and Cotton surgical procedures.
"Flat Foot correction is one of the most common surgeries for lower extremities, and like our other innovations, we identified opportunities to improve patient outcomes," said Tom Zink, Nvision Senior Vice President of Product Development. "The Trigon wedge enables a standard surgical technique that allows direct and exact placement of implant and screws without the need for additional plating."
Nvision has observed patient success with its spinal interbody fusion product lines using 3D-printed medical grade titanium alloy (Ti-6AI-4V) interbody cages. The Trigon titanium wedge utilizes additive manufacturing and 3D-printed medical-grade titanium alloy (Ti-6AI-4V) material featuring an anatomic design with a three–dimensional scaffold imitating cancellous bone which allows for blood and bone integration, along with a graft window for the placement of biologic material if desired.
After initially focusing on spinal implants, Nvision is now applying many of the same advanced technologies to lower extremity surgery. The company launched the Vector Hammertoe Correction System into the market in March 2019. An industry first, the hammertoe system is the only foot and ankle implant made from the advanced, biocompatible PEEK-OPTIMA HA Enhanced, a polymer from Invibio Biomaterial Solutions. It is also the first lower extremity (Proximal Interphalangeal Joint Arthrodesis) implant to use Structural Encoding, a patented technology platform licensed from Watershed Idea Foundry, that enables the Unique Device Identification (UDI) required by the FDA.
With a focus on continuing to drive innovation for the foot and ankle segment, Nvision has several new products in the pipeline, including an addition to the Trigon wedge system developed with PEEK-OPTIMA HA Enhanced that has been submitted for FDA clearance. With the addition of the Trigon PEEK HA Enhanced line, Nvision remains at the forefront in taking this advanced material into foot and ankle surgeries.
About Nvision Biomedical Technologies 
Nvision is a San Antonio-based medical device and implant manufacturer focused on providing surgeons with implants paired with instrumentation and biologics that simplify and improve surgery procedures to help patients get back to their quality of life. Nvision is committed to developing and manufacturing thoughtfully designed products combined with exceptional service that keep the patient, surgeons, healthcare providers, and distribution partners in mind. Nvision is aligned with surgeon thought leaders, key researchers, and development engineers from prestigious institutions to design, test, and bring to market the most innovative concepts.

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The Edvocate, an online education magazine, has named American International College (AIC) among the best colleges and universities for people with disabilities.
The Edvocate highlighted institutions that have multiple programs, policies, and measures in place to help people with disabilities succeed in higher education. AIC placed in the top ten with the following statement issued by the magazine: "The Supportive Learning Services (SLS) program at American International College provides professional tutoring services to students, as well as assistance with study skills, organization, and time management. Students can also take advantage of the Center for Accessibility Services and Academic Accommodations (CASAA), which provides both academic and physical accommodations."
In response to The Edvocate's endorsement, AIC's Dean of Academic Success April Voltz, EdD, said, "We are pleased that the commitment of the college to provide access and opportunity for every student is recognized. American International College has long appreciated that people learn differently and have varying needs in the pursuit of their education. Learning specialists in the Supportive Learning Services program provide professional tutoring and academic coaching tailored to the learning style of the individual student. The Center for Accessibility Services and Academic Accommodations collaborates with members of the institution's diverse community to ensure that all aspects of campus life – learning, working, and living – are universally accessible."
The Center for Accessibility Services and Academic Accommodations at AIC provides resources, training, and direct services to ensure people with disabilities have a greater opportunity to achieve their goals.
Supportive Learning Services (SLS) is a fee-based program that helps students with learning challenges achieve their dream of completing college successfully. The second of its kind in the country, SLS celebrated its fortieth anniversary in 2018. This comprehensive program works with the whole student academically, socially, and emotionally, by providing one-on-one tutorial assistance in addition to skills and content workshops designed to fit the unique needs of each student. In addition to helping students hone academic skills, SLS staff can assist students with organizational skills and time management strategies that can help them modify their learning environment and maximize their strengths.
More information about American International College and the many programs and services available to students is available online at http://www.aic.edu/sls and https://www.aic.edu/academics/academic-support/casaa/.
Founded in 1885, American International College (AIC) is a private, co-educational, doctoral granting institution located in Springfield, Massachusetts comprising the School of Business, Arts and Sciences, the School of Education, and the School of Health Sciences. AIC supports and advances education, diversity, and opportunity for its students and the community.

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Founded in 1885, American International College, located in Springfield, MA, supports and advances education, diversity, and opportunity for its students and the community.

We are pleased that the commitment of the college to provide access and opportunity for every student is recognized. American International College has long appreciated that people learn differently and have varying needs in the pursuit of their education.



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Global Healthcare Exchange, LLC (GHX) today recognized North America's highest performing healthcare provider organizations with the release of its annual GHX "Best 50" supply chains in North America. The "Best 50" honorees stand out amongst North America's premier hospitals for their ability to demonstrate improved operational performance and drive down costs through supply chain automation. The 2019 recipients will be honored at the 20th annual GHX Summit, April 27 - 29, 2020 at the Gaylord National Resort in National Harbor, MD.
To select the "Best 50," GHX analyzed a pool of more than 4,100 hospitals in the U.S. and Canada connected to the GHX electronic trading exchange. GHX's "Best 50" is comprised of the highest scorers in areas such as maximizing document automation, Exchange utilization and trading partner connections during the 2019 calendar year.
"It's an honor to celebrate this select group of North America's leading hospitals that are going the extra mile to provide both quality and high value healthcare for their patients through supply chain excellence," said Bruce Johnson, president & CEO, GHX. "Our hope is this Best 50 honor is just one of the many factors helping to motivate hospitals to find efficiencies in their supply chains, setting the bar slightly higher for excellence each year. We congratulate this year's Best 50 members on their accomplishments."
The 2019 GHX Best 50 customers are as follows (in alphabetical order): 
Allina Health 
Aspirus, Inc. 
Bellin Health 
Blanchard Valley Health System 
Catholic Health System WNY 
Children's of Alabama 
Community Medical Centers – Fresno 
El Camino Hospital, Mountain View 
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System 
Hackensack Meridian Health 
Lehigh Valley Health Network 
Lexington Medical Center 
Loma Linda University Health 
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services 
MetroHealth System 
Michigan Medicine 
Mohawk MedBuy Corporation 
Mount Sinai Health System 
North Memorial Health 
NorthBay Healthcare 
Parkland Health & Hospital System 
Parkview Medical Center 
The Queen's Health Systems 
Riverside Health System 
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center 
St. Joseph's Health 
St. Luke's Health System 
Scripps Health 
Seattle Children's Hospital 
Southwest General Health Center 
San Antonio Regional Hospital 
TransForm Shared Services Organization 
TriHealth 
Tucson Medical Center 
UC Davis Health 
UCI Health 
UCLA Healthcare 
UC San Diego Health 
UCSF Health 
UF Health 
University of Kansas Health System 
University of Maryland Medical System 
University of Utah Health 
University of Virginia Health System 
UW Medicine - Harborview Medical Center 
UW Medicine - University of Washington Medical Center 
Vanderbilt University Medical Center 
Wellforce 
Westchester Medical Center Health Network 
Yale New Haven Health System
Best 50 Criteria 
Criteria period for consideration as a Best 50 honoree is a full calendar year, Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2019. To qualify, providers must have: 

Four complete closed quarters on the GHX Exchange (from first PO date)

More than 10,000 PO lines processed annually

Best 50 providers are ranked for each of the following "big three" exception types (the lower the exception rate, the higher the rank): 

Price Exception (price exceptions/PO lines)

SKU Exception (SKU exceptions/PO lines)

UOM Exception (UOM exceptions/PO lines)

Rankings also take into account: 

Gross transaction volume (GTV) per bed (i.e., PO GTV / staffed beds)

Number of PO trading partners

About GHX 
Global Healthcare Exchange, LLC (GHX) is a healthcare business and data automation company, empowering healthcare organizations to enable better patient care and maximize industry savings using its world-class cloud-based supply chain technology platform. GHX brings together healthcare providers, manufacturers and distributors in North America, and Europe, who rely on proven healthcare-focused technology and comprehensive data to automate business processes and make more informed, timely and fact-based decisions. Solutions span procurement and accounts payable automation, contract and inventory management, vendor credentialing and management, business intelligence, payment management and other supply chain-related tools and services. For more information, visit http://www.ghx.com and The Healthcare Hub.

It's an honor to celebrate this select group of North America's leading hospitals that are going the extra mile to provide both quality and high value healthcare for their patients through supply chain excellence.



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Participants at this free discussion can speak with medical professionals about the most effective ways to lose weight and try the innovative InBody Scale.

SAN DIEGO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 19, 2020
Aspire Regenerative, a leader in offering therapies that restore healthy tissues in the body to promote wellness, partners with Cortex Wellness Pharmacy for a free weight-loss event on March 1, 2020. It will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the pharmacy, 7301 Girard Ave., #100, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
During the event, physicians and pharmacists will lead an informative and insightful discussion on weight loss. Topics will include the importance of medical guidance during the weight-loss process, as well as common challenges and how to overcome them. Different weight-loss tools will also be talked about, such as prescription medications, supplements, and measurement devices that help track progress towards healthy goals. One such device that will be featured at the event is the innovative InBody Scale, a service offered by Aspire Regenerative. Participants at the event will have the valuable opportunity to get a complimentary InBody scan (a $75 value) and talk with the doctor about the results.
The InBody Scale offers a comprehensive picture of body composition through the use of bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), which uses a small, alternating electrical current for precise measurements. InBody Scale measures a patient's weight, body fat, water retention, muscle mass, and their distribution throughout the body. The process only takes a few minutes to complete, it is painless and non-invasive, and there are no side effects. The detailed data gleaned from the InBody Scale can help patients fine-tune their health regimens by better understanding their unique body composition. It also is an important part of Aspire's weight-loss package, which includes components such as dietary counseling, sleep tracking and analysis, and EMSculpt, which helps tone muscles and burn fat through the use of non-invasive High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic (HIFEM) technology.
The March 1 event at Cortex Wellness Pharmacy is ideal for anyone ready to embark on a medically sound weight-loss regimen. The discussion will be informal and participants will get to ask questions and learn more about how they can safely and effectively meet their weight-loss goals.
About Aspire Regenerative: Aspire Regenerative is a state-of-the-art medical practice offering personalized regenerative treatments and integrative therapies to help patients reach their goals and achieve the best possible results. We have reinvented medical care by incorporating the principle of cell and tissue regeneration, which translates to youthful and vibrant function. Our in-depth expertise and collaboration with researchers allow us to integrate innovative technology into individualized patient care with therapies that are safe and effective. For more information, visit https://aspireregenerativehealth.com/.




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LabArchives, the leading electronic lab notebook platform for research data management, has released a new SnapGene integration. This integration combines SnapGene's intuitive platform with LabArchives' powerful research data management features. With a 'Quick View' of supported DNA files, the molecular biology community has access to a comprehensive solution that encourages collaboration and complete, proper documentation of research.
The LabArchives integration with SnapGene supports more than 50 different DNA file types. It takes only seconds to upload DNA files and share with collaborators. The 'Quick View' provides at-a-glance reference on the notebook page while viewing tools allow for in-depth investigation. A SnapGene local installation is NOT required to access the LabArchives SnapGene integration.
SnapGene's viewing filters enable closer inspection of various features of a DNA file such as restriction enzyme sites.
Once data has been shared, collaborators can leave comments and questions, add new data, upload additional DNA files, view DNA files to find specific features and access additional LabArchives features. LabArchives' organization makes it easy to quickly locate and view the history of data at any time.
LabArchives supports complete and proper research documentation with immutable time stamps and perpetual versioning. All actions taken with LabArchives are fully journaled, including views of DNA files using the SnapGene integration. This data repository ensures that access to all research is preserved.
The LabArchives SnapGene integration provides the molecular biology community with access to powerful tools that empower collaboration and proper documentation supporting better research, reproducibility and efficiency.
About LabArchives: 
LabArchives is a SaaS application platform dedicated to better science. Used in research labs and higher education laboratory courses, LabArchives products are used by more than 400,000 scientists and academic users to store, organize, share and publish laboratory data. LabArchives Education has been used in 7,200 lab courses by 270,000 students. More than 400 of the world's leading research institutions trust LabArchives for research data management, collection and research compliance. For a free trialor more information, visit https://blog.labarchives.com/ or see us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
About SnapGene 
SnapGene was founded by scientists and software designers to meet the everyday needs of molecular biologists. SnapGene desktop software (snapgene.com) is used in more than 65 countries, in virtually every major research institution, and in most of the largest pharmaceutical and biotech companies worldwide. The software provides a simple yet powerful way for researchers to plan, visualize, document, and share their everyday molecular biology procedures. Free trials of the software are available from the SnapGene website. SnapGene is an Insightful Science product.

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R3 Stem Cell, the nation's leader in regenerative therapies and provider training, announced that its Heroes Program was able to complete 70 complimentary stem cell procedures on military veterans in 2019. The veterans traveled from all over the US to receive the regenerative therapies at no cost.

LAS VEGAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
R3 Stem Cell, the nation's leader in regenerative therapies and provider training, announced that its Heroes Program was able to complete 70 complimentary stem cell procedures on military veterans in 2019. The veterans traveled from all over the US to receive the regenerative therapies at no cost.
At the R3Stem Cell Training Course for doctors, providers of all kinds learn how to perform regenerative procedures in a supervised setting. This includes stem cell and exosome procedures on military veterans of all ages and from all branches of service. Any veteran can be nominated (or nominate themselves), and the pain being experienced does not have to be a result of a service related injury.
According to R3 Stem Cell CEO David Greene, MD, MBA, "When we hear the stories of these Veterans and what they have done for America, it's so exciting to be able to do something to help improve their quality of life. Especially Veterans of the Vietnam War, all they wanted to do was protect our country. To see how well they do afterwards and then refer in their Veteran friends for procedures, it's amazing!"
The chosen Veterans receive an evaluation by the Board Certified doctors who are trainers, and then procedures include whatever amount of regenerative biologic deemed appropriate. The Veteran patients are followed up the R3 staff, and invited back for additional therapies when necessary.
To date over 70 Veterans have successfully receive regenerative therapies in the program. Over a dozen patients are treated at each workshop, with more opportunities upcoming. Added Dr. Greene, "Our stem cell courses are extremely hands on an providers love it. They have been increasing in popularity continuously, which allows us to treat more Veterans!"
For those who would like to nominate a Veteran for the Heroes Program to receive free stem cell therapy, simply visit https://r3stemcell.com/hero or call (844) GET-STEM.

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The puffed and plumped 'rich girl face' aesthetic is the latest trend among millennials who want to mimic the look of celebrities like Kylie Jenner and Ivanka Trump. Cosmetic Surgeon and Medical Director of MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center in Milford, Penn, Dr. Richard E. Buckley discusses the unhealthy nature of this trend.

MILFORD, PA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
Millennial women are flocking to cosmetic surgeons like Dr. Richard E. Buckley of MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center in Milford, Penn requesting treatments to achieve "Rich Girl Face." In fact, Glamour magazine called it the cosmetic trend of 2019. And it doesn't look like it is slowing down into 2020. It's a look inspired by the signature bee-stung lips, smooth skin, lifted eyebrows and chiseled jawlines of celebrities like Kylie Jenner, Kim Kardashian and Ivanka Trump. Unlike generations before them, this generation doesn't hide enhancements in shame but displays enhancements on non-existent beauty flaws with pride. In the article, one 22 year old woman discusses why she initially went to a cosmetic doctor at 19 to get lips like Kylie Jenner and now won't stop getting cosmetic treatments until she perfects the 'rich girl' look.
"Celebrities like Kylie and Kendall Jenner, Kim Kardashian and Ivanka Trump have beautiful features. And these features have been further enhanced with cosmetic treatments, such as facial fillers and relaxers (e.g. Botox). It's natural for young women to want to emulate these looks especially with how much attention these celebrities get on social sites like Instagram," says Dr. Buckley. "What's concerning about this trend isn't the desire to want to enhance their looks, but the underlying reason for why millennial women are coming in – the desire to look like someone else. It's unrealistic to be able to walk out of a cosmetic surgeon's office looking like one of these celebrities unless you already have a similar facial structure and features."
A few years ago, Kylie Jenner opened up about getting lip fillers since 2015, but it wasn't until recently that the reason she had it done become well-known. At 15, already insecure about her lips, one of the first guys Kylie kissed made a comment about him not thinking she'd be a good kisser because of her small lips. This made Kylie even more insecure and lead to her decision to get lip fillers, according to Showbiz CheatSheet. "It's this type of reasoning we advise against when making decisions for cosmetic procedures. If the decision to get cosmetic treatments stems from competing with peers or getting yourself emotionally better, especially as a teenager, then it's not a good idea to move forward with cosmetic procedures," says Dr. Buckley. "And this reasoning is something cosmetic surgeons have to find out about if we truly want to do what's best for the patient."
The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery announced in its annual survey that 97% of its members feel celebrities have an influence on facial plastic surgery and some of the biggest motivators for cosmetic procedures was the desire to look better in selfies.
"With everybody having more access to photos of celebrities and models online and on social sites like Instagram, there has been an increase in clients coming in asking to look like their favorite celebrity. It's important to drill down into the specifics of what they are looking to aesthetically achieve, such as lips like Ivanka or a butt like J. Lo. And it's equally important to set realistic expectations. For example, if someone has very thin, wide lips then they are not going to be able to get narrow, plump lips," states Dr. Buckley. "As a cosmetic surgeon, we have to ask patients about their motivations, regardless of the type of procedure they are wanting. And then set realistic expectations on achieving the desired look."
Many people turn to cosmetic procedures to feel more confident, appear more attractive, and look as young as they feel or better than their age, according to the 2019 ASDS Consumer Survey. "We can improve facial features all the time, however, simply augmenting lips, straightening a jaw line, supporting cheeks or any other facial feature isn't going to make a person look like a celebrity," says Dr. Buckley. "The point isn't to look like someone else. The point is to make someone look their best, which means a rejuvenated, improved version of themselves."
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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Celebrities like Kylie Jenner & Ivanka Trump are influencing the latest cosmetic trend: "rich girl face." Clients are flocking to MilfordMD requesting treatments to look like their favorite celebrity.

At MilfordMD, we offer the cosmetic treatments that celebrities are doing to achieve the 'rich girl face' but Dr. Marina Buckley and I are always working toward helping each individual look their best - a rejuvenated, naturally augmented and improved version of themselves.



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Spaulding Youth Center is thrilled to announce it has been honored with a grant of $10,000.00 from the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism. The grant will directly support Spaulding's initiative to implement a physical fitness program for students with autism.

MANCHESTER, N.H. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 19, 2020
Spaulding Youth Center is thrilled to announce it has been honored with a grant of $10,000.00 from the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism. The grant will directly support Spaulding's initiative to implement a physical fitness program for students with autism.
The physical fitness program will include the hiring of a fitness professional who will complete the Autism Fitness Level 1 Certification from Autism Fitness and then work with Spaulding staff to design a ten-week, biweekly program for students ages 5 to 21. This fitness professional will also work directly with staff to develop different strategies to use with autistic students in settings outside of the fitness class.
"The generous support of the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism will make a significant impact on our organization and in the lives of the children we serve, 60% or more of whom are on the Autism spectrum," said Susan C. Ryan, President & CEO of Spaulding Youth Center. "Spaulding Youth Center provides a robust collection of services for children and youth with special needs. As we continuously strive to develop new opportunities for our students, we've always embraced the importance of having a physical movement program designed specifically to meet the needs those diagnosed with autism. This grant will support this new program and help these special children develop essential skills and abilities that will transfer into their everyday lives."
"The Flutie Foundation Signature Grants help our partner agencies address a variety of significant needs in the autism community," says Nick Savarese, Executive Director of The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism. "Programs like Spaulding Youth Center are helping people on the autism spectrum live life to the fullest and we are proud to support their efforts."
The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism, based in Framingham, MA, awards grants annually through a competitive application and review process. The signature grants that the Flutie Foundation distributed this year support traditionally under-served, under-funded, culturally diverse communities reflected in the Foundation's areas of interest; providing a path for educational and vocational skills, supporting recreational and active lifestyles, and ensuring people with autism are safe, supported and informed.
ABOUT SPAULDING YOUTH CENTER
Spaulding Youth Center is a leading provider of services for children and youth with neurological, emotional, behavioral, learning and/or developmental challenges, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and those who have experienced significant trauma, abuse or neglect. Services include academic, behavioral health, residential, foster care, health and wellness and family support. Spaulding Youth Center is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit. For information about Spaulding Youth Center, visit http://www.spauldingyouthcenter.org.
ABOUT THE DOUG FLUTIE, JR. FOUNDATION FOR AUTISM
The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism (DFJFA) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) public benefit corporation helping families affected by autism live life to the fullest. Through programs and partnerships, DFJF helps people with autism get access to care; lead more active lifestyles; and grow toward adult independence. NFL Quarterback Doug Flutie and his wife Laurie, whose personal experience raising a son on the autism spectrum inspired their passion to help other families, established the Foundation in 1998. DFJFA primarily serves families throughout New England, New York, New Jersey, and Central Florida. For more information on The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism, visit http://www.flutiefoundation.org.

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From L to R: Susan C. Ryan, President & CEO, and Todd Emmons, Chief Financial Officer, of Spaulding Youth Center

"The generous support of the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism will make a significant impact on our organization and in the lives of the children we serve, 60% or more of whom are on the Autism spectrum" said Susan C. Ryan, President & CEO of Spaulding Youth Center.



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Radically Open DBT (RODBT), a new, transdiagnostic treatment that targets maladaptive overcontrolled coping, will be the featured discussion on opening day of the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp) 2020 Symposium, scheduled for March 26 – 29 at the Omni at ChampionsGate in Orlando.

PEKIN, ILL. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 19, 2020
Radically Open DBT (RODBT), a new, transdiagnostic treatment that targets maladaptive overcontrolled coping, will be the featured discussion on opening day of the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp) 2020 Symposium, scheduled for March 26 – 29 at the Omni at ChampionsGate in Orlando.
"Wear a Hawaiian Shirt and Eat Dessert First! Introduction to and Lessons from RODBT: A Novel Treatment for Eating Disorders," presented by Danielle Doucette, PsyD, CEDS and Abigail Brown, PsyD, will be one of more than 70 presentations and workshops during the iaedp 35th annual conference.
During the discussion scheduled for 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 26, Drs. Doucette and Brown will address how eating disorders, in particular, anorexia nervosa, are often accompanied by excessive overcontrolled (OC) coping strategies, loneliness and isolation.
Rigid rule-governed behaviors, a restricted range of emotions, a need for sameness and risk aversion are not uncommon in this population. These features require specific interventions because they impact not only one's relationship to food, but also one's interpersonal relationships. Treatment requires an approach different from traditional impulse control strategies often taught to individuals with eating disorders.
According to Dr. Doucette, while those strategies have been found to be effective in treating bulimia nervosa or binge-eating disorder, those difficulties tend to be less associated with excessive overcontrol, found in anorexia nervosa. Anorexia continues to be a difficult-to-treat disorder and RODBT offers a new approach to treatment.
Dr. Doucette is a Clinical Psychologist and Director of Eating Disorder Treatment at Midwest Counseling and Diagnostics in Chicago. She has earned the designation of a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and is trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention and Radically-Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Dr. Doucette has completed an intensive training with the treatment developer of RODBT and receives supervision from an RODBT-approved supervisor to ensure that she is adherent to the treatment.
Dr. Brown is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, specializing in eating disorders, anxiety, depression and body image concerns. She practices at Cityscape Counseling in Chicago and Evanston. Dr. Brown earned her doctorate from Adler University. She has received intensive training in Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RODBT) and is a 2019 recipient of an RODBT Clinical Scholar Award in order to further advance her RODBT training.
More information about this and other presentations, as well as events, at the 2020 iaedp Symposium can be found at iaedp.com.
About the iaedp Foundation: Since 1985, the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals has provided education and training standards to an international and multidisciplinary group of various healthcare treatment providers and helping professions. MemberSHARE.iaedp.com is an iaedp business journal and online member resource to learn about noteworthy member achievements, continuing education webinars and U.S. and international chapter activity and events; for more information, visit MemberSHARE.
The Presidents Council provides iaedp support and includes: Center for Change; Center for Hope of the Sierras; Center for Discovery; Eating Recovery Center; Willow Place; Laureate Eating Disorders Program; McCallum Place Eating Disorder Centers; The Meadows Ranch; Rogers Behavioral Health; Rosewood Centers for Eating Disorders; Selah House; The Renfrew Center; Timberline Knolls; Veritas Collaborative; Alsana Eating Disorder Treatment & Recovery Centers; Silver Hill Hospital and Walden Behavioral Care.
The 2020 iaedp Symposium is proud to announce Bronze Sponsors: ViaMar Health, Eating Disorder Recovery Specialists, Simple Practice, Transcend ED, Fairwinds Treatment Center and Monecatini.

According to Dr. Doucette, anorexia continues to be a difficult-to-treat disorder and RODBT offers a new approach to treatment.



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R3 Medical Training announced its next joint injection training courses scheduled for March 12-14th, 2020 in Las Vegas Nevada. Providers will learn how to perform injections for all large and small joints along with ultrasound needle guidance.

LAS VEGAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
R3 Medical Training announced its next joint injection training courses scheduled for March 12-14th, 2020 in Las Vegas Nevada. Providers will learn how to perform injections for all large and small joints along with ultrasound needle guidance.
Performing joint injections in practice is not easy to learn from online videos. The best opportunity is to perform injections in a supervised setting. R3 Medical Training's joint injection courses are unique. Real patients are at the course to receive real procedures, which becomes an immersive experience resulting in a skill set that really sticks with the provider.
The one day course is Thursday, March 12th 2020 at the Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort. Each registered attendee not only gets to perform procedures, but also receive a free exosome procedure too. Using ultrasound is very convenient as the machines are not only portable, but inexpensive as well.
According to R3 Medical Training CEO David Greene, MD, MBA, "Most courses involve cadavers, animal meat or just injecting each other with saline. Not at our courses! Attendees learn in real circumstances with real patients and real biologics. The feedback is first rate every time, and the skills are immediately useful in practice."
The second joint injection course is March 13-14th at the same location. It is the R3 Medical Training Stem Cell and PRP Course. Providers learn about regenerative biologics and then get to perform joint injections at a surgery center rented out specifically for the course. Once again, real patients attend who have joint pathology. There is no other course like it nationwide. CME options are available as well.
In order to sign up for either joint injection course, visit https://r3medicaltraining.com or call (888) 998-6343. For the two day course, save $500 by using the code R3FIVE with online sign up.

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Hands On Injection Training Courses March 12-14th, 2020

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Functional Solutions' Group Exercise Programming Will Be Integrated into PEAR's Coaching Platform to Provide Fitness and Wellness Providers with Enhanced Digital Solutions for Members

NEWPORT BEACH, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 19, 2020
PEAR Sports, creators of the PEAR Health & Fitness Platform that delivers smart digital coaching technology, today announced it has acquired Functional Solutions. Functional Solutions is a leader in the fitness industry in visual programming and distribution of custom fitness content for individual and group training experiences.
PEAR will merge Functional Solutions' technology into its enterprise SaaS solution to offer full client engagement for guests and members at gyms, in hotels and resorts, at active aging centers, and other locations. The ability to match PEAR's personalized audio coaching, symbiotic music and adaptive biometric workouts with Functional Solutions' unique content distribution technology will enhance the user experience and increase engagement. Applications for this powerful instructional coaching content are prevalent in education, medical and therapeutic clinics, corporate wellness and military training.
Functional Solutions, founded by fitness industry veteran Dave Hannum, is a digital fitness platform that simplifies the creation and delivery of visual workout programming for facilities and individual users. The platform delivers a catalog of functional movement video snippets that can be arranged in custom sequences, allowing users and trainers to create workouts on the spot while integrating their unique programming style and brand. Workouts can be distributed through TV display, mobile app, text or QR code (See attached QR Code for a sample Workout of the Day). Current partners include Life Fitness, Chuze Fitness, Spenga, and Club Fitness.
The PEAR Health & Fitness Platform enables enterprises to build and deliver state-of-the-art digital fitness and wellness programming. PEAR's proprietary solutions combine the best in mobile and wearable technology with interactive audio coaching, voiced by world-class athletes. PEAR's Training Intelligence creates adaptive workouts in real-time, utilizing biometric markers and contextual inputs that balance training to optimize results. Additionally, PEAR Pro Coach with human-touch tele-coaching allows trainers to quickly customize individual and group workouts with smart guidance for proper sequencing, training load, and recovery balance. Companies can choose from PEAR's extensive library of expert-guided sessions,or use their own custom content. Operators leverage PEAR's enterprise management tools to identify exercise trends and user behaviors to make better informed decisions about programming and equipment purchases.
Bob Allison, Founder of PEAR Sports, said, "We are proud to have the Functional Solutions team join PEAR to expand our knowledge of the gym and boutique fitness markets. Dave Hannum spent over 16 years leading U.S. technology at TechnoGym, and now after founding Functional Solutions, he has successfully partnered with some of the best brands in the fitness sector. We know our combined product offerings will allow PEAR to increase market reach."
"Digital engagement with members is now a requirement in the fitness industry and others," said Functional Solutions Founder and CEO, Dave Hannum. "I'm fired up about combining our leading visual exercise content distribution technology with PEAR's adaptive audio coaching and biometrics to maximize the choices and benefits for all our customers."
Functional Solutions will retain its brand name and headquarters in Newport News, Virginia. PEAR Sports Development Lab is located in Solana Beach, California.
About PEAR Sports 
PEAR Sports is perfecting the personalized delivery of digital health, wellness and fitness programs. Our platform and solutions deliver on-demand customized coaching that creates great experiences for customers and enterprises. http://www.pearsports.com.
About Functional Solutions 
Functional Solutions provides an easy way to create unique, dynamic digital workout and wellness content to distribute anywhere, anytime. The company's product solutions range from TV display to mobile apps and focuses on customized visualization and simplicity. Functional Solutions' client base spans across the US and Europe. http://www.functionalsolutions.io.
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Two Ovation Fertility scientists have been invited to lead sessions and present their research and innovations at the 5th Upper Egypt Assisted Reproduction Conference (UEARS) in Cairo. Their presentations will focus on the use of artificial intelligence in IVF and best practices in storage of cryopreserved reproductive materials.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 19, 2020
Ovation scientists have once again been honored with an opportunity to share their expertise with a global audience. Two Ovation representatives have been invited to present their research and serve as session chairpersons at the 5th Upper Egypt Assisted Reproduction Conference (UEARS), which will take place February 19-20, 2020, at the Hilton Cairo Heliopolis in Cairo, Egypt.
Matthew "Tex" VerMilyea, PhD, HCLD/CC, vice president of IVF lab operations, will chair a session titled "Cryopreservation and Gamete Biology," and will speak in the plenary session titled "Embryo Assessment Session from Simple Morphology to Artificial Intelligence." His talk, titled "Artificial Intelligence for Embryo Selection," will focus on the use of artificial intelligence on static photos of Day 5 blastocysts, and its ability to better select which embryos have a higher chance of viability and therefore successful pregnancy.
Dr. VerMilyea will also present a talk in UEARS' "ART Lab Management" session, titled "Critical Points for Witnessing Steps Throughout the IVF Process." In this talk, he will discuss how to prevent mistakes in the lab by using a manual double witnessing and electronic witnessing system.
"It is a great honor to be invited to represent Ovation at this international conference of fertility care leaders," says Dr. VerMilyea. "We are excited about the opportunity to share some of our own innovations, as well as to learn from others who are working to advance reproductive science. Through ongoing collaboration and information-sharing, we can advance the state of the art in fertility care to benefit people all over the world who need fertility treatment to grow their families."
John Whitney, senior storage manager, will give two presentations focused on storage of reproductive materials. His first presentation, "Reproductive Material Storage Best Practices," will cover everything from documents to liability, safety, inventory and patient engagement as it relates to embryo storage. His second talk, "Best Practices for Cryo-Storage Alarm Implementation," will be focused on alarm protocols for cryostorage, including how to set up an alarm, how to ensure response and how to validate a system. Whitney will also moderate a session for submitted research.
"Through the collaborative efforts of Ovation partner physicians and scientists, we have been able to build a highly secure storage program and facilities to protect the embryos, eggs and sperm that represent future families for the patients we serve," Whitney says. "I'm honored to have been invited to share some of our best practices and innovations to help other fertility providers advance the overall state of the art in fertility storage."
More than 2,000 fertility professionals from all over the world are expected to attend this year's UEARS conference, including gynecologists, andrologists, lab directors, embryologists and researchers.
Learn more about Ovation, and the groundbreaking work of Tex VerMilyea and John Whitney, at http://www.ovationfertility.com.
About Ovation Fertility
Ovation Fertility is a national network of reproductive endocrinologists and scientific thought leaders focused on reducing the cost of having a family through more efficient and effective fertility care. Ovation's IVF and genetics laboratories, along with affiliated physician practices, work collaboratively to raise the bar for IVF treatment, with state-of-the-art, evidence-based fertility services that give hopeful parents the best chance for a successful pregnancy. Physicians partner with Ovation to offer their patients advanced preconception carrier screening; preimplantation genetic testing; donor egg and surrogacy services; and secure storage for their frozen eggs, embryos and sperm. Ovation also helps IVF labs across America improve their quality and performance with expert off-site lab direction and consultation. Learn more about Ovation's vision of a world without infertility at http://www.ovationfertility.com.

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Matthew "Tex" VerMilyea, PhD, HCLD/CC, Vice President of IVF Lab Operations, Ovation Fertility

Through ongoing collaboration and information-sharing, we can advance the state of the art in fertility care to benefit people all over the world who need fertility treatment to grow their families.



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The care and service provided by Blessing Hospital earned an annual overall rating of four out of five stars among the 4,000 Medicare-certified hospitals in the country. The federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the rating through its "Hospital Compare" program.
CMS created Hospital Compare in collaboration with organizations representing consumers, hospitals, doctors, employers, accrediting organizations, and other federal agencies to help health care consumers make decisions about where to get their health care and to encourage hospitals to improve the quality of the care they provide.
"Everyone at Blessing Hospital works daily, and to the best of their abilities, to achieve our mission to improve the health of our communities," said Maureen Kahn, RN, MHA, MSN, president/chief executive officer, Blessing Health System and Blessing Hospital. "I am pleased that Blessing has been recognized by CMS as a leading healthcare organization."
"I am thankful for the diligent work of our Blessing Hospital team in providing quality health care and making true human connections with our patients. I know this rating will further motivate them because they feel, as do I, that the people who trust their care to Blessing deserve nothing less than high-quality service. That is one of the reasons the Hospital Compare website was created, to motivate hospital care providers to greater heights of care and service," she concluded.
The annual overall rating is based more than 100 measures divided into seven measure groups or categories: Mortality, Safety of Care, Readmission, Patient Experience, Effectiveness of Care, Timeliness of Care, and Efficient Use of Medical Imaging. The data used for the annual overall rating was calculated from data gathered in February and October of 2019.
Of 158 Illinois providers participating in the Hospital Compare just over 30 percent, including Blessing Hospital, earned an overall rating of four stars. Of the 28 participating hospitals within a two hour drive of Quincy, fewer than half, including Blessing, earned a four star overall rating.
The entire report can be seen at Medicare.gov/HospitalCompare.

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Blessing Hospital

"I am thankful for the diligent work of our Blessing Hospital team in providing quality health care and making true human connections with our patients."




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A new study released today in STEM CELLS Translational Medicine is the first to illustrate the presence of oxygen-deprived clusters throughout the damaged site of a compressed spinal cord.

DURHAM, N.C. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 19, 2020
A new study released today in STEM CELLS Translational Medicine is the first to illustrate the presence of oxygen-deprived clusters throughout the damaged site of a compressed spinal cord. It is also the first to show how transplanting basic growth factor with the use of a viral vector to target the oxygen-deprived sites enhances the injured spinal cord's recovery.
The study, conducted on a rat model that the study's researchers developed just for their investigation, could eventually have great implications for cellular treatment of spinal cord injury (SCI) in humans.
Every year, according to the World Health Organization, between 250,000 and 500,000 people suffer a spinal cord injury, most due to trauma from accidents. The initial blunt force damages or kills spinal nerve cells, setting in motion a cascade of secondary events that include loss of an adequate oxygen supply at the tissue level — a condition called hypoxia. The results could lead to complete paralysis, depending on the severity of the injury and where along the spinal cord it occurs.
There is currently no effective way to repair the damage. "A better understanding of the events of secondary injury would provide a target to optimize pharmacological and cellular therapies, the timing of surgery and early rehabilitation," said Jian Xiao, M.D., Ph.D. He served as senior author of this new study, conducted with his colleagues at Wenzhou Medical University in Zhejiang, China.
The team focused on the hypoxia aspect of an SCI. To begin, they established a compressive rodent model of SCI. "We then investigated the SCI using this rat model and found that areas of hypoxia were unevenly interspersed throughout the injured sites," Dr. Xiao said.
Armed with this new knowledge, the team generated embryonic neural stem cells (NSCs) expressing basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF), under the regulation of five hypoxia-responsive elements. They then used a lentiviral vector (LV-5HRE-bFGF-NSCs) to specifically target the oxygen-deprived locations. "A number of growth factors have been shown in previous studies to reduce the harmful effects of an SCI while improving neuronal survival and regeneration," Dr. Xiao explained. "However, controlling the release of these factors has been a significant challenge. That's why we introduced the lentiviral vector. We suspected it might ensure the bFGF made it to the hypoxia-targeted sites."
Results showed their suspicions were correct. At 60 days after SCI, the rats showed a reversal of the hypoxic microenvironment, paralleled by a decrease in cellular autophagy (a process that can lead to cell death) and reduced glial scar formation (glial scars can set up a barrier that interferes with delivering a therapy to the injured site). The team also saw an increase in axon regeneration and better locomotor function in the treated animals.
"This approach allows bFGF to target the right place at the right time and has the therapeutic potential to treat SCI via a timely improvement in the microenvironment," said Sipin Zhu, M.D., the paper's first author.
"These findings led us to propose that LV-5HRE-bFGF-NSCs might, therefore, be a good candidate to evaluate cellular SCI therapy in humans," Dr. Xiao added.
"This study, focusing on spinal cord injury, shows that recovery is possible in a preclinical model," said Anthony Atala, M.D., Editor-in-Chief of STEM CELLS Translational Medicine and director of the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine. "The use of growth factor-modified stem cells is promising and warrants further investigation."
The full article, "The repair and autophagy mechanisms of hypoxia-regulated bFGF-modified primary embryonic neural stem cells in spinal cord injury," can be accessed at https://stemcellsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/sctm.19-0282.
About STEM CELLS Translational Medicine: STEM CELLS Translational Medicine (SCTM), co-published by AlphaMed Press and Wiley, is a monthly peer-reviewed publication dedicated to significantly advancing the clinical utilization of stem cell molecular and cellular biology. By bridging stem cell research and clinical trials, SCTM will help move applications of these critical investigations closer to accepted best practices. SCTM is the official journal partner of Regenerative Medicine Foundation.
About AlphaMed Press: Established in 1983, AlphaMed Press with offices in Durham, NC, San Francisco, CA, and Belfast, Northern Ireland, publishes two other internationally renowned peer-reviewed journals: STEM CELLS (http://www.stemcells.com), celebrating its 38th year, is the world's first journal devoted to this fast paced field of research. The Oncologist (http://www.theoncologist.com), also a monthly peer-reviewed publication, entering its 25th year, is devoted to community and hospital-based oncologists and physicians entrusted with cancer patient care. All three journals are premier periodicals with globally recognized editorial boards dedicated to advancing knowledge and education in their focused disciplines.
About Wiley: Wiley, a global company, helps people and organizations develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed. Our online scientific, technical, medical and scholarly journals, combined with our digital learning, assessment and certification solutions, help universities, learned societies, businesses, governments and individuals increase the academic and professional impact of their work. For more than 200 years, we have delivered consistent performance to our stakeholders. The company's website can be accessed at http://www.wiley.com.
About Regenerative Medicine Foundation (RMF): The non-profit Regenerative Medicine Foundation fosters strategic collaborations to accelerate the development of regenerative medicine to improve health and deliver cures. RMF pursues its mission by producing its flagship World Stem Cell Summit, honouring leaders through the Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Action Awards, and promoting educational initiatives.




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Piranha Medical, LLC, a medical device company with an innovative catheter solution for the treatment of esophageal food impaction, announced a formal partnership with GI Supply, Inc., a medical device company focused on improving efficiency and patient satisfaction in the gastroenterology (GI) sector, as the official global distributor for the Piranha GI device.
The Piranha GI device was designed and developed by Dr. Robert Ganz, an Adjunct Professor of Medicine at the University of Minnesota, and Emeritus Chief of Gastroenterology at Abbott Northwestern Hospital. Dr. Ganz holds several patents in the field of medicine and is a pioneer in the gastroenterology field of medicine.
As the Chief Medical Officer of Piranha, Dr. Ganz offered, "GI Supply is a strong commercial partner to help introduce this important technological advance in the field of esophageal food impaction. The Piranha device will help patients and endoscopists in clearing food in a safe, effective, and time-efficient manner."
FDA-approved specifically for food impaction, Piranha GI connects seamlessly to a lab's wall suction and leverages a Teflon-coated catheter to core quickly through food impactions. The device removes food back through the lubricious catheter, enables visualization beyond the food blockage, and ultimately allows the food to pass naturally through the digestive tract.
Luke Johnson, CEO of GI Supply, added, "Food impaction cases can be very frightening for patients, and procedurally very challenging for physicians and clinical staff. Piranha GI is an elegantly simple device that improves patient safety and saves physicians time. We are excited about this partnership as the Piranha device fits perfectly with GI Supply's mission to offer GI physicians solutions that make challenging procedures safer, faster, and more economical."
Michael Augustine, CEO of Piranha Medical, commented, "This new partnership represents months of collaboration and discussion with GI Supply and the proper distribution channels needed to bring the Piranha GI device to the masses. GI Supply is a perfect fit for us as a company. We are so pleased with the response we have received from physicians and other specialists who have endorsed and accepted this product into their emergency rooms and treatment centers; we look forward to future opportunities this partnership will open up in the coming months."
About Piranha Medical
Piranha Medical, LLC was created in 2018 to address the more than 40,000 food impaction incidences throughout the US and more globally. The Piranha cores and suctions food into a catheter; that allows clearance of the bolus with no pile-up of food, leaves the field for good visualization and helps in avoiding aspiration risks.
About GI Supply
GI Supply, Inc. was founded more than 30 years ago by gastroenterologist Dr. Frank Jackson and is today a partner with nearly every GI lab in the U.S. and in more than 40 countries globally. As a physician-founded company, we strive for deep clinical input into all that we do. Best known over the last 20 years for our Spot Endoscopic Marker and Spot Ex Endoscopic Tattoo, GI Supply is now broadening our portfolio with solutions that allow GI physicians to perform more-advanced procedures safely, efficiently and economically.
Contact for Piranha Medical: 
Michael Augustine, CEO 
Piranha Medical 
763-442-1848
Contact for GI Supply 
Jimena Garcia Vela, VP of Marketing 
GI Supply 
j.garcia@gi-supply.com

The device fits perfectly with GI Supply's mission to offer GI physicians solutions that make challenging procedures safer, faster, and more economical. Luke Johnson, CEO, GI Supply.



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The latest course from the Pinnacle Dental Study Club, titled "Composite Artistry Simplified," will be hosted on March 20, 2020 by the periodontists of Canal Calem Periodontics. The course features guest speaker, Dr. Amanda Seay, and will cover dental implants and aesthetic dentistry in Moorestown, NJ and Medford, NJ.

MOORSETOWN, NJ (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 19, 2020
Drs. Mario Canal and Ben Calem will host the Pinnacle Dental Study Club course, "Composite Artistry Simplified" on March 20, 2020 at The Mansion in Voorhees. The course features guest speaker, Dr. Amanda Seay, and will focus on aesthetic dentistry as a whole, and when placing dental implants. Dental implants, including All-on-4full mouth dental implants, are a major focus at Canal Calem Periodontics as a form of functional, permanent tooth replacement in Moorestown and Medford, NJ.
Dr. Amanda Seay is a clinical instructor at the prestigious Kois Center and has published several articles on aesthetic dentistry techniques and materials. She is accredited with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and has dedicated hundreds of hours to learning and expanding her skills. The study club course, "Composite Artistry Simplified," will cover materials and fundamentals necessary to create lifelike and natural looking smiles, including restorations for dental implants. Course objectives include: 

Present a simple approach to matching composite restorations to natural tooth color

Learning to layer composite material to mimic a natural tooth shape and structure

Step-by-step approach to create beautiful and natural tooth anatomy

Aesthetic dentistry is very important when it comes to replacing missing teeth with dental implants. The goal of all doctors when replacing teeth is to get the new teeth to function properly and appear natural, whether this be for a single tooth replacement or full mouth dental implants. After a dental implant is placed within the jawbone, the tooth will need to be restored with a crown. These crowns are crafted out of composite material and designed to look, feel and function like a normal tooth. With proper skill and artistry, most people will never be able to tell a dental implant from a natural tooth.
"We believe it is very important to restore a patient's dentition completely, thus replacing their missing or failing teeth with a dental implant fixture," says Dr. Calem. "A dental implant provides the opportunity to keep a one tooth problem a one tooth problem."
At Canal Calem Periodontics, dental implants, including full mouth dental implants with the All-on-4 approach, are a major focus. Drs. Canal and Calem strive to restore patients' oral health and aesthetics with dental implants from single tooth to full mouth restorations. Once healed, patients will be able to eat, speak and smile with confidence and can expect their new teeth to last them a lifetime.
Those interested in receiving aesthetic dentistry including dental implants in Moorestown and Medford, NJ are encouraged to contact Canal Calem Periodontics. To schedule an appointment, visit http://www.canalcalemperio.com or call 856-203-6588 for the Moorestown, NJ location or 609-534-5541 for the Medford, NJ office.
About the Periodontists
Canal Calem Periodontics offers modern periodontal treatments for patients in Moorestown and Medford, NJ. Since 1993, Canal Calem Periodontics has been a resource in South Jersey for providing comprehensive periodontal and implant therapy. Working closely with the general dentist, Drs. Mario J. Canal and Ben Calem strive to improve their patients' oral health and re-develop their dentition, where necessary. Both Drs. Canal and Calem are active in the community through their involvement with Donated Dental Services and The Holocaust Survivor's Program. In addition, their strong belief in organized dentistry has led them both to serve as President of the Southern Dental Society. To learn more about the services they offer or to schedule a consultation at Canal Calem Periodontics visit http://www.canalcalemperio.com or call 609-534-5541 for the Medford, NJ office or 856-203-6588 for the Moorestown, NJ location.

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Advanced Periodontics and Dental Implant Center celebrates 30 years of serving Monroe, CT with a "Throwback Special," cutting prices to the fees they charged back in 1989. To complement this special, they also released a guide to choosing a dental specialist, giving patients insight on which dental specialist to seek depending on the care they need.

MONROE, CONN. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 19, 2020
Drs. Richard Amato, Michael Kang, and John Thomas, respected periodontists at Advanced Periodontics and Dental Implant Center of Connecticut, celebrate 30 years of serving Monroe, CT with a "Throwback Special" where they are welcoming all new patients with the same low fees that they charged in 1989, only thirty dollars. To further serve their patients, they published a guide on dental specialties titled, "Your Guide to Choosing a Dental Specialist." As periodontists, these doctors specialize in any treatment that requires attention to the relationship between the gums, teeth, and bone, such as dental implant placement and soft tissue treatment, which they offer at their state-of-the-art Monroe, CT practice.
While "periodontics" is in the title of the practice, Drs. Amato, Kang, and Thomas recognized that their patients may not fully understand the education and training that comes with this specialty, and were not clear on which specialist to seek for which treatment. To aid their patients, they crafted a guide that breaks down the various dental specialties and which specialists have the most knowledge and experience in the different fields of dentistry. The guide explains the difference between a general practitioner, endodontist, orthodontist, periodontist, and oral surgeon. It also guides patients toward the best specialist to handle their specific treatment.
As periodontists, the doctors at Advanced Periodontics specialize in the connection between the gums, teeth, and bones. With this specific education and training, periodontists are the ideal specialists to seek for dental implant placement, soft tissue treatment, and dental surgeries such as tooth extraction.
Advanced Periodontics and Dental Implant Center uses the latest technology to emphasize comfort and efficiency for patients. When they provide tooth extractions, they offer Piezosurgery, a revolutionary technique that uses ultrasonic micro-vibrations to gently cut bone in preparation for extraction. When they place dental implants, they use CBCT technology to create the most accurate treatment plan for this permanent tooth replacement.
Advanced Periodontics has been serving the Monroe, CT area for over 30 years. To celebrate their 30 years of service, they are running a "Throwback Special" where all new patient exams are the same price as they were in 1989, only thirty dollars.
Those looking for a periodontist in Monroe, CT can connect with Advanced Periodontics and Dental Implant Center of Connecticut for a consultation. To schedule an appointment with Drs. Amato, Kang, or Thomas, visit http://www.connecticutperiodontist.com or call 203-268-2000.
About the Periodontists
Founder of Advanced Periodontics and Dental Implant Center of Connecticut in Monroe, CT, Dr. Richard Amato, and his associates, Drs. Michael Kang and John Thomas, are leading periodontists and dental implant specialists who offer personalized care using advanced technology. Dr. Amato earned his DDS degree from Stony Brook University and his Certificate of Proficiency in Periodontics from Eastman Dental Center at the University of Rochester. Dr. Amato has placed thousands of dental implants. He is the first and most experienced provider of LANAP laser gum disease therapy in Fairfield County, CT as well as the first periodontist in Connecticut to provide the minimally invasive gum recession treatment, the Pinhole Surgical Technique. Dr. Kang is a board-certified Diplomate of the American Academy of Periodontology. He completed his residency in periodontology from Columbia University and has published numerous articles on implant dentistry. Dr. Thomas is a veteran periodontist who has served the greater Bridgeport area for 50 years. To learn more about Dr. Amato, Dr. Kang, Dr. Thomas or the services they offer, visit http://www.connecticutperiodontist.com or call 203-268-2000.

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GeBBS Healthcare Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of revenue cycle management (RCM) solutions for Healthcare Providers and Payers, announced that it had been named for the fifth year in a row to IAOP Global 100 Outsourcing List, an annual listing of the world's best outsourcing service providers. GeBBS was judged in four categories: Top Leaders, Customer References, Top Innovation, Awards and Certifications.
The 2020 Global Outsourcing 100 recognizes the world's best outsourcing service providers and advisors. This list is based on applications received, and judging is based on a rigorous scoring methodology that includes a review by an independent panel of IAOP customer members with extensive experience in selecting outsourcing service providers.
"Buyers understand there are hundreds of qualified service providers and advisors out there, but what they need to understand now is what makes each one exceptional," said IAOP CEO, Debi Hamill. "The Global Outsourcing 100 list has done just that. We're proud to recognize GeBBS Healthcare Solutions for being among these companies this year."
"This is a reflection of the collaborative efforts of our clients and employees, working together to achieve successful financial outcomes," said Nitin Thakor, CEO, GeBBS. "By leveraging our shared talents and expertise we help our clients increase revenue, reduce costs and improve compliance. To receive this recognition for the 5th consecutive year is a tremendous accomplishment. I would like to thank our clients and employees for their dedication and commitment."
About IAOP
IAOP is the global association that brings together customers, providers, and advisors in a collaborative, knowledge-based environment that promotes professional and organizational development, recognition, certification, and excellence to improve business service models and outcomes. Our members and affiliates worldwide are digging deep at IAOP conferences, learning at IAOP chapter meetings, getting trained and certified at IAOP courses and workshops, and connecting through IAOP social media, all with one goal: better business results. Whether you are a customer, provider or advisor, new to collaborative business models like outsourcing, or you are an experienced professional, IAOP connects you and your organization to our growing global community and to the resources you need to get the results your company deserves and demands. For more information and how you can become involved, visit http://www.iaop.org.
The Global Outsourcing 100 and its sub-lists are essential references for companies seeking new and expanded relationships with the best companies in the industry. The lists include companies from around the world that provide the full spectrum of outsourcing services — not just information technology and business process outsourcing, but also facility services, real estate and capital asset management, manufacturing and logistics. They include not only today's leaders but tomorrow's rising stars. To help ensure participation by a broad cross-section of the industry, The Global Outsourcing 100 list includes larger established global firms, referred to as 'Leaders,' smaller, faster-growing firms with less than $50 million per year in revenue and/or fewer than 5,000 employees, referred to as 'Rising Stars,' as well as 'Advisors,' regardless of size. Companies are first organized by Leader, Rising Star or Advisor criteria, then evaluated based on the four judging categories. The final list is composed of the top-scoring companies, regardless of type.
About GeBBS
GeBBS Healthcare Solutions is a leading provider of Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) services and solutions in Health Information Management (HIM), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Risk Adjustment outsourcing. GeBBS' innovative technology, combined with its over 8,500-strong global workforce, helps clients improve financial performance, compliance, and patient satisfaction. Headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, GeBBS has won numerous accolades for its medical coding outsourcing and medical billing outsourcing, including being ranked in Modern Healthcare's Top 20 Largest RCM Firms, KLAS, Black Book Market Research's Top 20 RCM Outsourcing Services, and Inc. 5000's fastest growing private companies in the U.S. For more information, please visit http://www.gebbs.com.
For more information, press only: Contact Tyler Cowart, GeBBS Healthcare Solutions, Phone, 310-953-4444 ext. 214 Email: tyler.cowart@gebbs.com

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Molecular Biology Systems (MBS), the developer of NEXTGENPCR, is pleased to announce their newest distributor, Velocidy Bio. Velocidy Bio becomes the exclusive distributor of NEXTGENPCR instruments, accessories and consumables in the United States and Canada. NEXTGENPCR is an innovative thermal cycler that can reduce cycling programs to less than two minutes, by both eliminating ramp times as well as reducing dwell times.
"NEXTGENPCR is an innovative solution that accelerates nucleic acid amplification, so we identify special commercial partners that will support users as they adopt our system." states Gert de Vos, Founder and CEO of Molecular Biology Systems. "We look forward to working with Velocidy Bio, an innovative distributor focused on improving the laboratory experience by accelerating protocols."
The NEXTGENPCR's design does not disrupt current laboratory workflows, instead it accelerates the cycling protocol. Therefore, the NEXTGENPCR system has been widely adopted across laboratory segments including public and private research and testing labs in academia, government, biotech and pharmaceutical. Since launching two years ago, MBS has increasing the rate of NEXTGENPCR placements.
The NEXTENPCR instrument, accessories, and consumables are now available in the United States and Canada for purchase through Velocidy Bio at http://www.velocidybio.com. For other countries, please see Molecular Biology Systems' commercial partners at http://www.nextgenpcr.com/buy-nextgen-pcr/
About Molecular Biology Systems 
Molecular Biology Systems B.V. is a Netherlands company that developed and commercialized NEXTGENPCR, a universal ultrafast PCR system. The NEXTENPCR instrument uses an innovative temperature control method during cycling, which eliminates ramp time. Molecular Biology Systems offers their NEXTGENPCR instrument, accessories and consumables around the world, to laboratories in life science research, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, forensics, veterinary testing and food safety. Further information can be found at http://www.nextgenpcr.com.
About Velocidy Bio, Inc. 
Velocidy Bio is focused on delivering solutions that decrease time-to-results for biological laboratories. Working together with innovative organizations, Velocidy Bio offers solutions globally that reduce protocols from hours to minutes. These accelerated protocols enable scientists to increase their productivity and reduce stress associated with delays in generating results. Initially, Velocidy Bio is focused on reducing the time required to extract, amplify and analyze nucleic acids. Further information can be found at http://www.velocidybio.com.

"We look forward to working with Velocidy Bio, an innovative distributor focused on improving the laboratory experience by accelerating protocols." - Gert de Vos, Founder and CEO, Molecular Biology Systems




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Alley Cat Rescue, Inc. today announced the start of the Spring Spay Challenge, an annual event that brings veterinarians and communities together to save cats' lives. The group is asking veterinarians to get involved with trap-neuter-return (TNR) by pledging to provide low-cost or free spay/neuter and rabies vaccination to free-roaming cats in March, April, and May. Now in its tenth year, nearly 80,000 cats have been spayed or neutered by 1,400 participants as part of the season-long Challenge.
It's estimated that 860,000 cats are euthanized in U.S. shelters every year, many of whom are newborn kittens or unsocialized free-roaming cats. The two go hand in hand, as 80% of kittens entering shelters each year are born to these unsterilized outdoor cats. Both groups often require a significant investment of time and limited shelter resources before they're adoptable. The influx of kittens during the spring and summer months, also known as Kitten Season, stretches shelters to the breaking point, leading to euthanasia of healthy cats and kittens simply to make room for each day's new arrivals.
"It is a tragedy that 2,500 cats and kittens are killed every day in our shelters, places that are supposed to serve as a temporary sanctuary and refuge for cats in need," said Louise Holton, Alley Cat Rescue president and founder. "The best way to reduce the number of kittens flooding into shelters is by spaying and neutering outdoor, free-roaming cats. When the breeding cycle is stopped, unwanted kittens are never born, and the adult cat receives health benefits too."
Targeted TNR programs have been shown to significantly reduce shelter intake and euthanasia rates. Alley Cat Rescue's Cheap Fix program, which offers low-cost or free spay/neuter services to targeted zip codes in Maryland, led to a 22% reduction in cat intake and 18% reduction in cat euthanasia from those zip codes at the Prince George's County Animal Shelter in 2017.
"Veterinarians are the key to ending the unnecessary killing in our nation's shelters. A kitten should never be euthanized over a lack of space and a cat should never be killed simply because she isn't comfortable with people," Holton added.
To participate, vets sign-up at http://www.saveacat.org and pledge to provide free or low-cost spay/neuter services to at least two free-roaming cats for each week in March, April, and May. "The Spring Spay Challenge is a great entry point for veterinarians looking to gain experience with free-roaming cats and TNR," said ACR Operations Manager Denise Hilton. "Vets are free to decide how they meet the goal of two cats per week and our hope is that veterinarians will use the experience they gain during the Challenge to determine how to best integrate low-cost spay/neuter services into their everyday practice all year long. It's a great way to meet new clients too," Hilton said.
The Spring Spay Challenge begins March 1 and finishes on May 31. A list of participating veterinarians is available at http://www.saveacat.org/global-spay-challenge.html. Individuals can also visit the event page to invite their vet to participate.

The group is asking veterinarians to get involved with trap-neuter-return (TNR) by pledging to provide low-cost or free spay/neuter and rabies vaccination to free-roaming cats in March, April, and May.



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SafiraMD Medical Aesthetics & Wellness Center, a state-of-the-art medical spa in Alpharetta, GA, located in the Halcyon Village Center, is holding a CoolEvent on March 5 to promote awareness for CoolSculpting, a non-invasive fat-freezing technology that slims and trims unwanted fat bulges with little to no downtime.

ALPHARETTA, GA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 19, 2020
SafiraMD Medical Aesthetics & Wellness Center is thrilled to announce they are holding a CoolEvent for FDA-cleared CoolSculpting, the world's most popular non-invasive fat reduction treatment. Their CoolEvent will be held on March 5 at 6345 Halcyon Way, Suite 850 in the Halcyon Village Center in Alpharetta, Georgia. The CoolEvent will feature live demonstrations, exclusive discounts, giveaways and much more!
FDA-cleared CoolSculpting is the world's #1 non-invasive fat reduction treatment for good reason! CoolSculpting uses non-invasive fat-freezing applicators to freeze and disable targeted fat cells almost anywhere on the body with little to no downtime. Once fat cells are frozen, the body gradually flushes them away in the weeks to months following your treatment, revealing natural-looking results. CoolSculpting is FDA-cleared to reduce a double chin, muffin top, bra fat, love handles, saddlebags and much more. Optimal benefits are typically achieved with a series of treatments performed over the span of several months.
Double board-certified physician Dr. Andrea Volk created SafiraMD to provide the most advanced and cutting-edge treatments in aesthetic medicine. Dr. Volk has painstakingly curated a leading menu of best-in-class treatments for slimming fat without surgery, brightening skin, smoothing wrinkles, enhancing your sex life and so much more. Dr. Volk and her staff can't wait to introduce patients to their leading menu of services for bringing out each patient's personal best with comfort and ease.
To RSVP to SafiraMD's CoolEvent on March 5, please call 678-235-8221 today!
About SafiraMD Medical Aesthetics & Wellness Center 
SafiraMD is a state-of-the-art aesthetic and wellness boutique created by Dr. Andrea Volk, who is driven to provide a leading menu of the most effective, clinically-proven treatments in aesthetics and wellness. The SafiraMD team possesses decades of medical expertise and a passion for total body wellness, and is committed to providing the highest level of service to help you look and feel your absolute best with a wide range of services, including CoolSculpting, PDO thread lifts, Botox, dermal fillers, Plasma Pen non-surgical blepharoplasty, laser acne treatment, NeoClear laser skin renewal, Halo laser skin resurfacing, BBL photofacial, Forever Young BBL, Forever Clear BBL, MicroLaserPeel, SkinTyte II skin tightening, microneedling, chemical peels, HydraFacial, Vampire Facial, Vampire Facelift, Vampire Breast Lift, The O-Shot, The P-Shot, bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), medical-grade skin care products, laser hair removal and MiraDry underarm sweat treatment.
About Andrea Volk, MD 
Dr. Andrea Volk, SafiraMD's owner and medical director, is committed to providing the highest level of treatments for optimal results. Dr. Volk is board certified by the American Board of Pathology and the American Board of Dermatology in Dermatopathology. She is also board certified in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology by The American Board of Pathology. She is a member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics and A4M, and has obtained certification in aesthetic procedures from both organizations. Dr. Volk received her M.D. in June 1998 from the Medical College of Georgia, School of Medicine in Augusta, Georgia. She completed her internship and residency training in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology, as well as her fellowship in Dermatopathology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Subsequently, Dr. Volk studied aesthetic medicine under the tutelage of Sharon McQuillan by participating in the A4M Aesthetics Fellowship.

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Dr. Andrea Volk is owner of SafiraMD, a leading medspa offering FDA-cleared CoolSculpting in Alpharetta, Georgia

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Today, Georgetown Home Care (GHC) announces its 2019 hospital readmission rate and skilled nursing facility rehospitalization rate are the lowest in the company's history.
Georgetown Home Care's hospital readmission rate for 2019 was 4.7 percent, a 29 percent drop year over year. GHC's skilled nursing facility (SNF) rehospitalization rate was 0 percent in 2019. When compared to the US national averages, these results are remarkable. The US national readmission rate for hospitals in 2019 was 14.7 percent, the US national skilled nursing facility rehospitalization rate was 22.3. Overall Georgetown Home Care has seen a significant decrease in the readmission rate with every partner hospital and SNF it works with, contributing to the great success GHC saw last year; and continues to build on in 2020.
"We work very closely with our partner hospitals and skilled nursing facilities to create good transitions of care from facility to home, said John Bradshaw, CEO of Georgetown Home Care. "Once the patient is home, our team focuses their attention closely on the key causes of preventable readmissions. We are so happy that our efforts were so successful last year."
Georgetown Home Care knows that in order to have a significant impact on reducing preventable readmissions and rehospitalizations the focus must be on not only the key causes, but also the understanding that as a company it plays a key role in the patient-centric care system. Home care providers have the unique position of being with a client/patient more than any other of his/her care providers. The impact can be very meaningful.
Georgetown Home Care is the premier non-medical home care agency with offices in DC, Maryland and Virginia. Its mission is to ensure a better quality of life for elderly clients and their families by providing dependable and affordable care. Georgetown Home Care is a locally-owned and operated company and is passionate about serving seniors and those in need with hourly and live-in home care services.
Georgetown Home Care is continuing efforts to lower readmissions in 2020.


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SEAL SHIELD, LLC - Almost a hundred thousand people are dying in the US per year as a result of healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs.) According to The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 80% of infections are transmitted by hands. But what hasn't been accounted for is the large amount of screens that are now acting as an extension of people's hands, but not getting cleaned nearly as often, if ever. According to Dr. Charles Gerba a microbiology professor at the University of Arizona, "Mobile phones are now mobile germ devices.
This issue is not limited to hospitals. Touch screen displays have become part of the restaurant experience with many top chains such as McDonald's, Olive Garden and Panera Bread adopting them as a way to reduce labor costs. While touch screen technology has improved efficiency in the food service industry, there have been significant negative consequences. Recent studies have shown wide-spread contamination of these screens which can result in gastrointestinal infections in food service workers and restaurant patrons.
According to Dr. Paul Matewele, a senior lecturer in microbiology at London Metropolitan University, "We were all surprised how much gut and fecal bacteria there was on the touchscreen machines. These cause the kind of infections that people pick up in hospitals. For instance, Enterococcus faecalis... It is notorious in hospitals for causing hospital-acquired infections."
Regular cleaning and disinfection of touch screens can prevent the transmission of dangerous bacteria, fungi and viruses. However, most screens are not compatible with proper cleaning agents, and will rapidly deteriorate when subjected to effective cleaning procedures. One may believe that because Apple, Samsung and Google recommend that most cleaning agents not be used on their devices, that the devices are safe to be used without proper disinfection. This is a dangerous fallacy. Medical grade screen protectors are the solution, allowing touch screens to be properly disinfected with no material degradation to the equipment.
When buying a medical grade screen protector, it is important to look for the following qualities: It should have optical clarity and not interfere in any way with the use of the device. It must protect the screen from impact and be scratch-resistant. It must allow the screen to withstand harsh cleaning products that properly disinfect the device. It must also feature anti-microbial product protection, a feature absent from consumer grade screen protectors.
Seal Shield, a leader in healthcare infection control solutions, is launching a brand-new category of medical grade screen protection that addresses each of these concerns and allows for a disinfection routine such as cleaning with bleach, isopropyl alcohol or other common commercial cleaners, which can help prevent infections. The product is called Seal Screen and is a groundbreaking solution for both the healthcare and food service industries.
According to Bill Bramblet, VP of Business Development for Seal Shield, "Seal Screen was developed in response to demand from hospitals for solutions that can reduce cross-contamination infections known to be spread through touch screen devices, but we are seeing increased applications for the food service industry as well."
Seal Screens are a cost-effective solution for mitigating cross contamination infections and protecting expensive equipment. Seal Screens are custom cut-to-order, making them compatible with any size or type of device from smartphones to big-screen monitors.
About Seal Shield 
Founded in 2006, Seal Shield is a world leader in infection control solutions. Seal Shield's UV-C disinfection devices, infection control keyboards, medical grade mice and screen protectors with antimicrobial product protection solve commonly overlooked cross-contamination points throughout healthcare. Seal Shield's combined technologies bring the most comprehensive infection control solution, driving better patient safety and outcomes. 
  
For more information check out the Seal Shield website: 
http://www.sealshield.com/ 
   
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Salt Athletics, a patent-pending scientific wellness system that combines halo therapy (salt inhalation), red light therapy, and other stacked wellness applications, is now licensing their platform to existing halo therapy businesses across North America.
Sheila Alba, manager of The Salt Grotto in Brandon, Florida, has joined Salt Athletics as the head of North American licensing for the halo therapy industry. "The Salt Grotto has been operating since 2014 and we recently added Salt Athletics to our wellness center. Salt Athletics is an amazing wellness platform that allows us to drive new revenue models, attract more customers, and further enhance The Salt Grotto as Tampa Bay's premier halo therapy center," said Alba. "Having the opportunity to help other halo therapy businesses across North America add Salt Athletics to their businesses is something I am looking forward to," added Alba.
Salt Athletics licensing is affordable for small, medium or large businesses. No money down financing for start up equipment is also available for qualified parties. Salt Athletics can be used with any model halo generator and can easily be added to existing halo therapy rooms making it an inexpensive way for existing halo therapy businesses to grow their business and increase their profits and customer base.
Salt Athletics features programs designed to aid in weight loss, cellulite reduction, anti-aging, increased athletic performance, cognitive health, respiratory health, and overall wellness. Salt Athletics can be used with any model halo generator and can easily be added to existing halo therapy rooms making it an inexpensive way for any halo therapy businesses to grow their business, increase profits and grow their customer base. Dry salt particles that are part of traditional halo therapy interact with red light waves to amplify a multitude of wellness components through Salt Athletics patent-pending scientific wellness system.
Benefits of operating a Salt Athletics business include: 

Low start up costs

New revenue streams

Protected territories and patent-pending protected wellness system

New membership fee based service or pay per session service

Set your business apart from competition

Draw new client segments into your business

Improve health and wellness of your customers and community

Flexible options regardless of space (as little at 20 square feet to 20,000 square feet options available)

Free consultation to help you get your Salt Athletics business up and running

Wide variety of fitness and wellness choices to chose from

"When we were looking for the person to represent Salt Athletics to the greater halo therapy industry we could not have found a more qualified individual than Sheila Alba," said John Brier, Managing Partner of HaloTherapy Center, LLC, the parent company of Salt Athletics. "Sheila has run a top shelf halo therapy business in a high volume environment for years. She understands how to make a halo therapy business successful and she is the perfect person to help grow Salt Athletics across the halo therapy industry," added Brier.
For more information on Salt Athletics visit http://www.saltathletics.com. To inquire about Salt Athletics licensing for the halo therapy industry contact Sheila Alba at Sheila@TheSaltGrotto.com, or 813-424-7554.


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The Californian brand Cannadips, in collaboration with its Dutch distributor partner MyCan, attracted much attention at the recent National Health Fair in the Netherlands. Its unique hemp-derived CBD pouches were a hit amongst users. The event was overall a big success for both MyCan and Cannadips Europe.

LONDON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
Cannadip Europe, through its Dutch distribution partner MyCan, recently concluded 4 days of exhibition at The National Health Fair held in Utrecht, Netherlands. With an expected 45,000 visitors for the event, The National Health Fair took place at the Jaarbeurs where 100,000 sq meter of exhibition space allowed numerous brands to showcase their products and services. Various health and lifestyle authors, bloggers, and speakers were also invited to share their experiences and knowledge via presentations and workshops.
The Cannadips booth stood out with its clean and earthy design, keeping true to the original back-to-nature concept of the Humboldt, Californian based brand. Experienced staff from MyCan dedicated a total of almost 85 hours over the 4 days to actively engage booth visitors to provide all relevant product information and knowledge on the CBD infused pouches. As Cannadips CBD pouches utilize a unique water-dispersible technology that allows water-soluble CBD to be quickly absorbed orally, it was vital staff helped consumers understand the differences compared to other formats such as CBD drops.
Samples of each flavour of the hemp-derived CBD pouches were generously given out to maximize user experience and to gather ample feedback. An impressive 53% that tried the CBD pouches bought all 3 flavours – Natural Mint, Tangy Citrus and American Spice, with Citrus being the most popular. In addition to winning over consumers who were often already conversant with CBD, MyCan was also able to open an account for Cannadips CBD pouches at Bol.com, the largest online shop in the Netherlands. The event was overall a big success for MyCan and Cannadips Europe and the invaluable feedback received from both consumers and businesses will be paving the way for determining future strategies and channels in the Dutch market.
Cannadips CBD pouches are derived from broad spectrum hemp, THC-free, vegan and made with all-natural ingredients. By using a specially developed dried emulsion technology and incorporating it into "flakes," these CBD pouches are fast-acting and can be enjoyed discreetly via its in-mouth pouch format. Each can of Cannadips CBD comes with 15 pouches, and each pouch with 10mg of CBD. Cannadips Europe is operated by SpectrumLeaf Limited and its products are also available online in selected regions via its online shop at Cannadips.eu.
ABOUT SPECTRUMLEAF 
SpectrumLeaf is a company dedicated to selecting and sourcing premium CBD products according to customer's collective needs. One of the first products the company has introduced is Cannadips – a pouch-in-mouth CBD product that is all natural, discreet and fast acting, made through a proprietary process that preserves the valuable terpene and flavonoid compounds.



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Januhairy aims to promote body positivity and acceptance of body hair on women. Encouraging women to ditch the razor, laser, tweezers and wax to grow out body hair for the month
"There are so many societal pressures on women on how to look and how to be perfect, and shaving is a big part of that," Jackson says. "[Januhairy] is so liberating because it really gets everyone thinking about the way they treat there body, why they do it and who they do it for."
While Januhairy might be seeing the return of the full bush, the demand for laser hair removal is still increasing. Laser hair removal doesn't only promote the smooth, hairless results. Laser hair removal also assists those that are suffering from excessive hair growth from PCOS condition, ingrown hairs from other hair removal methods and overall irritation and pigmentation to the skin.
Pulse Light Clinic empower women to feel comfortable in their own skin – hairy or not. If an individual prefers to be silky smooth they can opt for laser hair removal to prevent those pesky ingrown hairs and shaving rashes.
Lala Love, TV host of Naked Beach on Channel 4 discusses her views about Januhairy and body hair.
Did Lala take part in Januhairy? 
Yes, I am filming a documentary for the BBC about my journey with my body hair. 
However, I am not someone who is obsessed with shaving or having smooth skin, so throughout the year my hair is growing and natural, so it's always Januhairy for me.
Why did Lala have laser on her face? 
As I often wear make-up, the hair on my face is not practical and gets in the way. Plus when identifying as a woman it is easier to have a clear canvas, so I'm not misgendered.
Has Lala ever considered laser on other areas? 
To be honest I can see why it can be an addiction, similar to getting a tattoo. After getting one it's established it's not that bad, so it's possible to want another one. I have thought about it, however, I've been very honest with myself and with my intentions with why I wanted to have laser on my face. Because of that, I don't want to get other areas, because they are not as important or urgent at this time.
As it is an easy and quick procedure, I could just be giving in to the addictive spirit, which can be dangerous for my self-love. It's more important for me for me to love my body in its natural state. I am at a place where I'm fine with growing my body hair. It has become a part of who I am and part of my character. If I didn't have body hair maybe I would be a different person. I like knowing that I might be helping and inspiring other women like myself or similar, who aren't sure how they feel about their hair. I want to encourage other people to just be, and not worry about what others think of their body hair.
What are Lalas' thoughts on body hair? 
When it comes to women, I feel like they should be offered the same respect and freedom that men receive. Often women are taught that they aren't allowed to have hair underarms, on legs, on the top of the lip etc. Why not? 
If that's how anyone feels comfortable it shouldn't be such a big issue. Women deserve to have the same freedom that men are given. They can walk out of the house without shaving their legs. If they have too much body hair it is not seen as unhygienic or not presentable.
Men are not frowned upon if they don't remove their hair, it is their own choice. So it should be womens own choice too. Whereas women are pressured to get waxed, shaved, or any of the other painful or expensive hair removal procedures. Women are always subliminally or directly told to be hairless. It's unfair and unrealistic.
How have Lalas' laser results been? 
My laser results have been really good. I've been surprised at how fast it worked! I'm now on my 6th session, and after the 1st session I didn't think I would see such a reduction in the results, but now I can see the hairs are finer and barely exist.
I have been dealing with excessive hair growth on my face since my mid-teens, and it just got worse. It got to a point where if I didn't shave my face within a week, I would see where a beard starting to form. However, after my first laser session, the hair growth was so slow, and I could not see that shadow of hair growth coming through. It's definitely been more convenient for my lifestyle and has changed my life.


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Latest PRC Research Patient Safety Experts Demonstrates Importance of Unity in Patient Safety Initiatives

OMAHA, NEB. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
For Immediate Release
Jana Distefano, MPH
Director, Marketing & Communications    
Professional Research Consultants, Inc.
877-247-9477 / jdistefano@prccustomresearch.com
For successful hospitals, patient safety is the top priority. New research from PRC, an Omaha-based healthcare market research and consulting company, reveals the difficulties leaders face when implementing patient safety initiatives. Even just building a base of encouragement for employees to participate in patient safety initiatives can be tough and while patient safety thrives in unity, hospitals are split on how to incorporate patient safety during onboarding. Despite this, however, it's imperative that organizations prioritize patient safety, not only for the sake of their patients, but also for their employees.
"PRC's employee engagement research has shown, time and time again, that patient safety drives nursing satisfaction," Dr. Cynthia King, PRC's Director of Client Organizational Development, said. "Understanding the industry's roadblocks to excellent patient safety measures only strengthens an organization's ability to offer the gold standard of care."
To uncover these roadblocks, PRC conducted a focus group during the fall of 2019 with professionals from hospitals and health systems across the country about patient safety in their organizations. Conversations drew inspiration from criteria in the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) Surveys on Patient Safety Culture (SOPS), including initiatives, training, mistakes, and leadership. Using these topics, the discussions painted distinct pictures of hospital safety cultures, causing prevalent themes to emerge.
Leaders feel challenged to encourage employees to participate in patient safety initiatives
Healthcare leaders face difficultly in providing an environment where employees feel safe in reporting errors. While reporting protocols exist to ensure quality care for patients, staff must also feel comfortable regularly reporting incidents, especially given that they may be at fault. Concern for retaliation may also arise from reporting when only focusing on an individual event. However, by making reporting routine with daily opportunities like safety huddles and regularly asking for suggestions on patient safety events, hospitals can lessen the perceived severity of reporting incidents, cultivating a team who actively looks for opportunities to report and improve.
Part of developing an effective reporting routine involves encouraging staff members to reflect on why an incident happened and how they can keep it from happening again. Still, it's important to remember that improving the reporting process cannot be fully realized with a one-time resolution or initiative. Rather, this is an ongoing development that requires continued attention and determination from organization leaders.
Hospitals are split on how to incorporate patient safety during onboarding
For better or worse, research shows that procedures for introducing patient safety during onboarding differ across hospitals and health systems. Some may bring in a senior-level member like a Chief Medical Officer, Director of Client Operations, or Quality Director to speak to new employees and leaders; others incorporate mandatory patient safety training courses during orientation. One expert went as far as describing simulation lab training for hospital residents and fellows to provide lifelike practice in identifying patient safety errors.
On the other hand, some hospitals find keeping patient safety separate from the rest of onboarding makes the safety culture orientation more meaningful. During onboarding, employees are presented with a broad array of topics (health benefits, retirement, etc.), many of which are unrelated to their day-to-day work. This process may become overwhelming to some employees, affecting the new employee's retention of patient safety. Nonetheless, the deliberation surrounding how to introduce patient safety to new employees exemplifies the importance of ensuring everyone is on the same page.
Patient safety thrives in unity
To truly advance a patient safety culture, there needs to be collaboration and communication across an entire hospital. Many patient safety initiatives boil down to building these bridges, ensuring the whole organization speaks with a cohesive voice and moves as one when furthering their safety culture.
Establishing interdepartmental coordination often starts with staff recognizing the importance of communication, either by witnessing the effects of successful collaboration or exposing the potential for patient harm in the absence of effective communication. Once that's acknowledged, opportunities for cultivating unified patient safety abound. For example, during safety huddles, staff members can touch upon how events covered in one floor's meeting may affect other areas of the hospital. Further, hospital-wide safety meetings can set the stage for educating staff and leadership from multiple departments about how patient safety affects their work.
Put simply, one expert described her hospital's communication practices as being "embedded within the fabric of the organization," showcasing the potential for unity in a patient safety culture. As organizations seek a unified method for emphasizing patient safety, however, it's important to remember that patience and persistence hold the keys to success.
"Establishing a culture of patient safety does not happen overnight," Dr. King said. "Some initiatives take years to fully execute, and, much like improving the reporting process, optimizing patient safety is an ongoing process."
Download the full report at prccustomresearch.com/patient-safety-report and learn more about PRC's AHRQ solutions by emailing info@prccustomresearch.com.
Professional Research Consultants, Inc., (PRC)
Since its inception in 1980, PRC has helped more than 2,200 healthcare organizations achieve their research objectives by collecting and analyzing timely, accurate, and reliable feedback from patients, employees, physicians, and the community at large. We are proud to be at the forefront of innovation in the healthcare market research industry. PRC helps healthcare organizations achieve excellence by collecting and analyzing timely, accurate, and reliable feedback through five research divisions: Patient Experience, Employee Engagement, Physician Partnership Solutions, Consumer and Brand, and Community Health Needs Assessments. Further, PRC's Excellence Accelerator team provides world class consulting, coaching, assessments, and speaking services.




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Inventory Optimization Solutions (IOS) is pleased to announce Advanced Urology Institute (AUI) has received the Q4 2019 Best Practice Award. AUI has demonstrated outstanding capabilities in using the Envi solution to reduce costs and manage supply chain across a diverse group of clinics and surgery centers. IOS continually identifies and shares best practices from customers to help educate the healthcare community on supply chain automation. Each quarter, IOS recognizes an organization demonstrating supply chain excellence.
About the Organization
AUI is a rapidly expanding urology group that includes clinics and ambulatory surgery centers in Florida and Georgia. With a mission to advance patient-centered urologic care, AUI was developed as a single-specialty physician-led organization to respond to the mounting changes in healthcare. With challenges faced by solo and small group practices, AUI has succeeded by combining geographically disparate urology groups and helping them function efficiently and effectively, while delivering the highest quality medical care to patients.
Setting Goals for Supply Chain
Sonya DeMarco, Director of Supply Chain Management, is responsible for cost control, inventory control and contracting at this rapidly growing organization. Five years ago, Sonya and the team selected Envi from IOS to manage their supply chain needs, with specific goals that included:
1)    Fully automated 3-way match 
2)    Multi location capabilities 
3)    A solution that can address growing needs, with the support needed to enable their expansion 
4)    Reporting tools to create visibility at both the individual organization and enterprise level
Best Practice Improvements
"A day in the life of an Envi user at AUI involves an office manager or nurse, who logs into Envi and creates a requisition from their 'favorites list,' which is now a feature of the Envi solution that IOS developed based on our need for a user-specific template," said DeMarco. "The user submits a requisition, which comes to my department for approval and transmit. When we became AUI, purchasing was the first thing we centralized. We stopped significant expense bleeding and today, can immediately identify any instances where we're overcharged, charged for extraneous fees like expedited shipping, shipping and handling fees, or any other add-on charges. We've eliminated 100% of these charges and in the first year, saved nearly $100,000."
As multiple locations came together to form AUI, and the initial 5 year plan called for even greater growth, it became clear that location capabilities varied, especially when it came to 3-way price matching. DeMarco continued, "Some systems could do two parts of the 3-way match but none could exchange data with our AP system, so we had to do manual matching. We knew that wouldn't be sustainable, and with growth, we had to have 3-way match without manual intervention. We do this with Envi. We ship directly to facilities, where they receive and put away supplies. The corporate team 'oversees' the receiving process to make sure we have all parts of the 3-way match enabled. If that doesn't happen, invoices can't get paid, which is unacceptable, because we're committed to good partnerships with our vendors."
"I wouldn't want to do my job without IOS – their team is truly part of my business," concluded DeMarco. "They help solve problems and when I need an enhancement to the system, I pass it to IOS through my account manager. We've been able to suggest several key new features that are now part of Envi. Our physicians want to deliver the care that's right for our patients, and with Envi, we maintain our patient focus and deliver the cost-effective care they need."
Best Practice-based Processes
The team at AUI has demonstrated exceptional use of the Envi solution, and is recognized for their success in: 
1.    Controlling purchasing with customized "favorites lists" for users 
2.    Consolidating product formulary used at over 40 locations in six facilities 
3.    Managing contracts and accurate contract pricing across enterprise 
4.    Maintaining 3-way price matching to ensure correct prices charged and invoices seamlessly paid to vendor partners 
5.    Using Envi reporting capabilities for both enterprise and facility level management
A Best Practice Based Community of Healthcare Organizations
IOS works with more than 5,000 healthcare facilities throughout the United States. As a result of this large footprint and broad range of users, IOS is able to identify, document and share best practices that are designed to help healthcare organizations improve their supply chain processes and overall results.
"We're so pleased to partner with organizations like Advanced Urology Institute," said Steve Britt, President, IOS. "Through our ongoing working relationship, we not only hear what's working but also, what new features could enhance our user's experiences. The team at AUI has helped us develop several key features that are now part of Envi, which today are being used in provider organizations throughout the U.S. It's this type of collaboration – this partnership spirit – that enables our team to truly help Envi users solve their supply chain challenges."
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About Inventory Optimization Solutions (IOS)
Inventory Optimization Solutions (IOS) provides healthcare organizations with powerful, cost-effective, uniquely modular, and easy-to-use web-based supply chain solutions that offer the flexibility to support facilities throughout the continuum of care. IOS operates with a commitment to delivering world-class customer service, guiding customers to a better supply chain, providing high-touch support, industry best-practices, deep healthcare expertise and continuously evolving solutions that help them succeed. The goal of IOS is to ensure customers have more time each day for their most important role: caring for patients. For more information, visit http://www.ioscorp.com.

"I wouldn't want to do my job without IOS – their team is truly part of my business. They help solve problems and when I need an enhancement to the system, I pass it to IOS through my account manager. We've been able to suggest several key new features that are now part of Envi." - Sonya DeMarco




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MediStreams, a leader in the RCM market, offers full end-to-end payment processing services that reduce manual, time-consuming, error prone tasks for healthcare billing facilities. The MediStreams' proprietary and innovative platform offers customized integration into the provider's A/R workflow. All services revolve around healthcare remittances and correspondence; from receipt, deposit, capture, posting, and reconciling. National health systems, hospitals, clinics, labs, and physicians' groups turn to MediStreams for help.
Automated remittance services, coupled with Medical Lockbox, continue to grow in popularity. Medical Lockbox is a unique service for healthcare. On the surface, lockboxes appear the same; but they are not. The key to correct data for posting is in the preparation for processing and the advanced technology used to capture correct, complete data every time. The Medical Lockbox service supplies a seamless, transparent flow of remittances from payers and patients to the diversified remittance automation services provided by MediStreams.
Medical Lockbox is a critical first step. Payers route all provider payments to a PO Box specific for each provider. A single lockbox can accept all remittances including patient and miscellaneous payments, credit card transactions and correspondence. Healthcare lockbox specialists process all mail. They open, sort, prep, and scan all payments received paying close attention to detail and quality. There is no need to change the provider's financial institution. A deposit occurs daily to the provider's bank of choice.
The advantages are clear. A Medical Lockbox eliminates the manual, time-consuming, and error prone process while reducing errors downstream. Collection of payments through a lockbox provides both greater security and faster access to funds. Manual tasks of opening, sorting and daily trips to the bank are gone; giving back valuable time for staff to focus on an overall better patient experience.
Healthcare payment processing is complex. MediStreams works with their clients to define and address their unique set of billing challenges. No two are alike. They integrate with all major practice management and patient accounting systems, each with a unique set of business rules. The online Configuration Engine allows MediStreams to create custom output formats and split posting files using an online portal.
MediStreams is shaping the future for healthcare billing with innovative solutions. Cloud based. Easy to use. Secure and compliant, and highly customizable.
About MediStreams 
MediStreams, LLC, supplies outsourced Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management services for healthcare billing entities. The services address automation for all payments and more: Medical Lockbox, Correspondence Workflow, ERA Normalization, Paper EOB Conversion, Patient Payments, Credit Card Processing, and Financial Reconciliation. For more information, visit http://www.MediStreams.com or call 866-836-2835.

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MMJ International Holdings, the premier medical cannabis research company, announced that it has received approval from Health Canada to ship THC and CBD from Canada.
MMJ International Holdings is developing an oral drug product from natural whole plant extract derivatives from the marijuana plant containing THC and CBD. MMJ will be utilizing its new product for an FDA approved treatment for multiple sclerosis (MS) and Huntington's disease (HD). It also received the US Drug Enforcement Agency's approval to ship the compounds for its clinical trials.
"As MMJ International Holdings continues to advance to its clinical trials, a specialty pharmaceutical solutions company will be supporting MMJ with the FDA, DEA required development API and specialized liquid encapsulation solutions," said Elio Mariani, PhD, EVP of research & development. "Patients will benefit from cGMP-quality therapies in an accessible and efficient format."
Most recently the FDA awarded MMJ International Holdings ″Orphan Drug Designation″ for its THC and CBD proprietary drug formulation which will be used for the treatment of Huntington's Disease. The drugs, MMJ-001 and MMJ-002 are two of MMJ's lead drugs that the company is confident will bring much-needed relief to patients suffering from the debilitating effects of Multiple Sclerosis and Huntington's Disease.
"We firmly believe that our MMJ natural whole plant-derived molecules with a unique combination of pharmacological properties will be FDA approved as a safe and effective prescription drug that can be of great benefit in treating patients with MS and HD diseases," said Duane Boise, CEO of MMJ International Holdings. "We are pleased with Health Canada's approval, and the DEA 's cooperation to facilitate our company mission to service the unmet needs of patients suffering from these chronic diseases."
Tim Moynahan the company chairman stated that, "Patients in the MMJ International holdings clinical trials will receive gelatin capsules containing THC and CBD daily. MMJ International Holdings has several academic institutions preparing to study cannabis in Multiple Sclerosis and Huntington's disease." MMJ clinical trials will provide the necessary data to prove that cannabis can treat essential tremors, a neurological disorder that causes involuntary shaking. Tim Moynahan further stated that, "Ultimately, there's so much interest in THC and CBD as a treatment modality, so MMJ will be providing the clinical research data necessary to prove patient dosing, safety, and efficacy."
EFFICACY THROUGH CLINICAL TRIALS 
With the MMJ's proper formulation of THC and cannabinoids Health Canada and the DEA has afforded MMJ the opportunity to supply its FDA approved clinical trials. MMJ International Holdings FDA studies will begin shortly in Multiple Sclerosis and Huntington's disease. MMJ's is in collaboration with a major US Pharma Solutions Company that develops and produces drug delivery systems. The Pharma Solutions Company offers manufacturing, packaging, storage, and inventory management services for FDA approved drugs, biologics, and consumer health products.
STATE TO STATE MARIJUANA BUSINESSES AT RISK
Recently, President Tump's budget proposal would remove protections for medical marijuana states and block Washington, D.C. from legalizing sales. The reason why the Federal Government is opposed to the state to state federally illegal marijuana products is that "There is a significant gap in our understanding of their impact on health," Nora Volkow, Director of NIDA said.
Furthermore, "The recent outbreaks of e-cigarette or vaping product use associated lung injury (EVALI), which has been linked to informally-sourced THC-containing vape products, underscores the critical importance of facilitating researcher access to different product sources."
The budget proposal will allocate about $4 million to an initiative designed to "better regulate THC and cannabis-derived substances in FDA-regulated products. It will also "support regulatory activities, including developing policies and continue to perform its existing regulatory responsibilities including review of drug product applications, inspections, enforcement, and targeted research." The FDA is committed to protecting the public health and improving regulatory pathways for the lawful marketing of THC and cannabis-derived products within the agency's jurisdiction. "In many cases, product developers make unproven claims to treat serious or life-threatening diseases, and patients may be misled to forgo otherwise effective, available therapy and opt instead for a product that has no proven value or may cause them serious harm."
MMJ International Holdings continues its process of scientific drug development and discovery by FDA protocol development processes, intellectual property portfolio, and DEA regulatory manufacturing guidelines to protect the public health interest.

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"We are pleased with Health Canada's approval, and the DEA 's cooperation to facilitate our company mission to service the unmet needs of patients suffering from these chronic diseases." Duane Boise CEO."




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It was just announced that Pet Wants, Fresh Coat Painters and Caring Transitions, 3 brands curated and nurtured by Strategic Franchising Systems have joined the elite company of Entrepreneur's List of the Top 500 Franchises for 2020.

CINCINNATI (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
Entrepreneur recently announced that Pet Wants, Fresh Coat Painters and Caring Transitions, 3 brands curated and nurtured by Strategic Franchising Systems have joined the magazine's elite Top 500 Franchises for 2020. Steve Kwon, the Senior Vice President of Strategic's Franchising Division is glowing with pride. This isn't his first rodeo. Steve previously headed franchising efforts for several Fortune 500 companies with tremendous success but this accomplishment feels a bit more special.
"I couldn't be more excited about the fact that we have most of our brands honored in the Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500," says Steve. "It is a testament to our tremendous franchise owners and the shared resources of in-house marketing, promotion, accounting and legal departments, tactfully utilized across the entire Strategic Franchising network."
Strategic Franchising Systems currently owns and manages several distinct low start-up cost brands. Pet Wants delivers its exclusive award-winning fresh pet food, Fresh Coat Painters offers a range of professional painting services and Caring Transitions is the only major national brand to offer comprehensive services for senior relocation. Getting one brand into the Franchise 500 list requires careful planning and flawless execution. Getting 3 brands that are completely different is unprecedented. So how did this happen?
"Unlike almost any other group of franchise businesses, our brands enjoy a truly symbiotic relationship," answers Steve. "Our younger brands remain nimble while capitalizing on the buying power of a national network, as our more established brands continue to benefit from the cutting-edge growth efforts of their younger counterparts... It's all about equilibrium."
This strategy has paid off big and is Strategic Franchising's secret formula to realizing steady growth in the number of franchise locations across the US this past year and for years to come. "I like to think of Strategic Franchising as a franchise ecosystem; always growing, and always winning," Steve says. "It's a privilege to see the balance and coordinated growth continue to pay off across all brands."
When asked how many brands he'll have in next year's Franchise 500 list, Steve confidently says, "Five... You can put that in the bank."
Pet Wants 
Pet Wants was founded in Cincinnati in 2010 to bring fresh, natural and conveniently-delivered pet food to pet families with a mission of enhancing the health, vitality and life of pets with high-quality food and honest advice. Pet Wants pet food is personally delivered to homes within weeks of being made, at the height of freshness – it doesn't sit in warehouses and on store shelves getting stale and losing nutritional value. Pet Wants offers multiple blends of dog and cat food formulas as well as healing salve, calming balm, anti-itch spray, paw wax and more. Since 2015 Pet Wants, with the help of Strategic Franchising Systems and Franchise Funding Group, has expanded into a national presence and grown to nearly 100 locations: https://petwantsfranchise.com/.
Fresh Coat Painters 
Fresh Coat Painters was born from a radically simple concept: people were desperate for a professional painting business, not just people that knew how to use a brush. Fresh Coat Painters was founded in 2004 as part of Strategic Franchising Systems. Franchisees offer residential and commercial painting services including interior and exterior painting, sealing and staining; pressure washing; popcorn ceiling and wall paper removal and other services for nearly every protective coating application. Fresh Coat has a national product partnership with Sherwin-Williams: https://freshcoatfranchise.com/.
Caring Transitions 
Caring Transitions, founded in 2006, is the most trusted and experienced national franchise specializing in senior relocation and transition services. With more than 200 locations throughout the United States all owned and operated by Certified Relocation and Transition Specialists, Caring Transitions provides clients with supportive moves, auctions, rightsizing and transitions. This includes expert advice plus a well-executed transition plan beginning with the initial sorting of personal belongings through packing, unpacking, resettling, selling of items to the final clearing and cleaning of the property: https://www.caringtransitionsfranchise.com/.
To learn more about Strategic Franchising Systems and to explore the franchise opportunities across all five brands, including TruBlue Total House Care and The Growth Coach, visit https://strategicfranchising.com/.

I couldn't be more excited about the fact that we have most of our brands honored ... It is a testament to our tremendous franchise owners and the shared resources of in-house marketing, promotion, accounting and legal departments. - Steve Kwon.



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LabRoots, the leading scientific social networking website offering premier, interactive virtual events and webinars, will be focused on covering "State-of-the-Art" areas and drug development models in the Biotech and pharmaceutical current landscape during its free, one-day Drug Discovery & Development Virtual Event.
Drug Discovery & Development 2020 provides exciting opportunities for scientists, research scholars, academia and industry, and medical professionals to offer a unique program on new practices in early phase drug discovery, advances in biomarkers, and modern approaches for clinical development comprising two keynote deliveries on the discovery and development of a novel first-in-class resuscitative agent, and emerging drug combinations – the evolution form pre-clinical discovery to clinical development.
The purpose of this year's conference is to highlight outstanding preclinical drug discovery and new progress at the forefront of drug research and pharmaceutical sciences. Throughout the agenda, renowned speakers will describe their insights, challenges and novel findings via keynotes and on-demand discussions in topic areas such as exploring alternative In-Vitro approaches, organ-on-a chip and 3D cultures in screening, and PK/PD modeling and simulation.
A valuable and important platform for prominent speakers to debate the newest scientific advances to help shape existing and future challenges in drug research, highpoints will include 3D-Micro tissues in translational toxicology and disease modeling, human tissue models for better therapies, PDX-derived organoids – a revolutionary new tool for drug screening, proliferation and cell death biomarkers for oncology research, and how might urinary biomarkers and precision dosing create precision medicine for the most frequently utilized antibiotic in the hospital?
"The committee is grateful to this unprecedented group of leaders who will provide us not only with insights on leading-edge technologies but also practical experiences to help solve challenges we often face," said Annette Gilchrist, Planning Committee Chairman.
"LabRoots is known for its interactive approach by creating virtual events where significant stakeholders get together. We continue to share our mission of learning and discovering together through new knowledge and thought-provoking presentations," said Tracy Salcido, Vice President of LabRoots. "There is a vast amount of worthwhile information regarding the aspects of drug discovery and development and we're delighted to share the latest data that contributes to human health and well-being."
Produced on LabRoots' robust platform, the collaborative online event plus exhibit and poster hall, and dedicated networking opportunities allows attendees to learn and connect seamlessly across all desktop and mobile devices. By participating and attending this event, Continuing Education credit (1 per presentation) can be earned for a maximum of 30 credits.
For more information or to register for the event, click here. Use #LRdrug to follow the conversation!
About LabRoots 
LabRoots is the leading scientific social networking website, and primary source for scientific trending news and premier educational virtual events and webinars and more. Contributing to the advancement of science through content sharing capabilities, LabRoots is a powerful advocate in amplifying global networks and communities. Founded in 2008, LabRoots emphasizes digital innovation in scientific collaboration and learning. Offering more than articles and webcasts that go beyond the mundane and explore the latest discoveries in the world of science, LabRoots users can stay atop their field by gaining continuing education credits from a wide range of topics through their participation in the webinars and virtual events.


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Since opening its doors in February 2013, Amada Long Beach has employed more than 750 caregivers, schedulers, recruiters and other staff. The Peguses estimate they have provided care services to more than 425 clients, of which 232 are military veterans.

LONG BEACH, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
Amada Senior Care of Long Beach announced its 7th anniversary as a full-service provider of compassionate, in-home senior care from trained and knowledgeable Amada caregivers. From day one of opening, owners Andre and Cyndi Pegus have taken a highly personalized approach to meeting every client's unique needs, preferences and desires, all with the goal of delivering the most comprehensive senior care for each individual.
For the husband-wife team, their independently owned franchise business is about much more than caring for seniors—it is their way of making a positive contribution to the many communities in the South Bay Los Angeles area, from Westwood to Seal Beach.
"I really wanted to open a home care business because I believed in our ability to care for seniors with compassion, dignity, and respect. It has been a dream fulfilled to make a positive impact on our seniors' daily lives while supporting their family members through challenging times," said Andre Pegus.
Since opening its doors in February 2013, Amada Long Beach has employed more than 750 caregivers, schedulers, recruiters and other staff. The Peguses estimate they have provided care services to more than 425 clients, of which 232 are military veterans.
Amada not only is dedicated to serving veterans but also to employing military spouses, who have difficulty getting hired due to frequently relocating. Last fall, Amada Senior Care Corp. was officially inducted as an employer-partner in the Department of Defense's Military Spouse Employment Program (MSEP).
"We're proud to be celebrating our seventh year of services, providing compassionate care to our seniors, helping them thrive while aging in place, and taking the lead on care management," said Cyndi Pegus.
Along with becoming a trusted resource to seniors and their families, Amada Long Beach is a preferred partner among regional professionals, organizations and other specialists in the senior healthcare continuum dedicated to helping seniors thrive. The Amada Long Beach team leads with its in-depth knowledge and innovative approach to in-home senior care.
"Thank you for placing your trust in our team and with your support, Amada Senior Care will continue to be America's trusted resource for caregiving, long-term care insurance (LTCi) claims advocacy, and care management now and in the future," Cyndi Pegus said. "We look forward to many years of service ahead, helping seniors and their families."
Contact info: 
Cyndi Pegus 
Amada Senior Care of Long Beach 
3812 Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 200, Torrance, CA 90505 
(310) 953-0440 
http://www.amadalongbeach.com
About Amada Senior Care 
Amada Senior Care Inc. is committed to enriching lives. We provide nurturing, compassionate, nonmedical, in-home care and guide families through the many senior housing options available for assisted living. We also offer expertise in handling long-term care insurance claims and in certain forms of government aid, including Veterans Aid and Attendance Benefits.
Headquartered in San Clemente, Calif., Amada was founded in 2007, and continues to expand nationally by adding to its elite team of franchise partners. The company jumped up 67 spots to take the 208th ranking on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 for 2019. In May 2018, Amada signed a national agreement to become a sponsor and exclusive provider to the NFL Alumni Association. For more information, visit AmadaSeniorCare.com.

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"We're proud to be celebrating our seventh year of services, providing compassionate care to our seniors, helping them thrive while aging in place, and taking the lead on care management," said Cyndi Pegus.



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Enquire, a leading provider of cloud CRM, marketing automation and sales contact center solutions for senior living and post-acute care, is proud to announce G5 as a Silver Sponsor of Enquire Summit 2020, scheduled for April 20 - 22, 2020 in Denver, CO.
"G5 is proud to return to Enquire Summit as a Silver Sponsor. This event truly empowers sales and marketing professionals in the senior living and post-acute care industries with the resources, tools and technology they need to be more efficient and drive performance," stated Jamison Gosselin, Vice President of Senior Living Strategy, G5.
Enquire Summit is an experience where ambitious sales and marketing professionals can discover, learn and shape the future together. It is three days of best practice sessions, hands-on workshops and interactive training to help attendees build, grow and monetize their sales and marketing processes and technology. With dynamic curriculum providing educational takeaways, it is the only event that truly reflects the innovative, strategic and tactical job of sales and marketing professionals in senior living and post-acute care.
Key-insights will be provided by industry experts on topics including: 

    Advanced Strategies for Senior Living and Post-Acute Leadership

    Relationship Management and Creating Effective Sales Plans

    Enquire CRM Best Practices (Revenue Attribution, Targeting Referral Sources and Effective Follow-Up)

    Marketing Automation Strategy

    How to Reduce Paid Referrals

    Data and Analytics Training

Jamison will lead a session on "The Trials and Tribulations of the Modern Day Marketer: How to Get Your Data to Work For You" on Tuesday, April 21 from 2:15-3 p.m.
Full agenda including registration and hotel details are available here: https://www.enquiresummit.com/
ABOUT G5 
As the leader in real estate marketing optimization, G5 is a predictive marketing SaaS company that uses AI and other emerging technologies to help marketers turn marketing into move-ins. More than 8,000 properties throughout the US and Canada leverage the power of G5 technologies to increase occupancy and NOI.
Media Contact: Natalie Dent, G5, Natalie.Dent@getg5.com
ABOUT ENQUIRE 
Enquire is the premier CRM, marketing automation and contact center solution provider in senior living and post-acute care. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Enquire serves senior living communities and healthcare facilities throughout the United States and Canada. Enquire's vision is to improve the experience for prospects and family members through customer service centric products paired with cutting-edge technology and analytics.
Media Contact: Joshua Darnell, Enquire, Joshua.Darnell@enquiresolutions.com

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"G5 is proud to return to Enquire Summit as a Silver Sponsor," Jamison Gosselin, Vice President of Senior Living Strategy, G5.




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Namocell Inc., a leading provider of single cell sorting and dispensing platforms, announced today that it has entered into a collaboration with Takara Bio and HepaTx to use Namocell's Single Cell Dispensers to perform single cell isolation on HepaTx's unique hepatocyte-like cells (iHeps) developed from adipose tissue-derived stromal cells (ASCs), and characterize them by single cell RNA-seq (scRNA-seq) using Takara Bio's SMART-seq technology.
"We are excited to collaborate with Takara and HepaTx to leverage our unique single cell sorting and dispensing platform to support HepaTx's innovative stem cell- based cell therapy that could revolutionize the treatment of late-stage liver diseases by replacing liver transplants. Namocell's fast and gentle sorting and dispensing technology is enabling superior cell isolation for single cell analysis," said Dr. Junyu Lin, CEO of Namocell.
"We are excited to be working with Namocell and HepaTx and contribute to the development of an innovative clinical solution. Leveraging our SMART-seq technology with Namocell's single cell dispenser is an ideal match for performing plate based single cell RNA-seq enabling researchers to perform full length sequence analysis on single cells providing a deeper view into gene expression and cellular differentiation," said Dr. Suvarna Gandlur, Associate Director of Next Generation Sequencing at Takara Bio USA.
"Namocell's and Takara's single cell technologies will help us advance our cell therapy platform to the clinic more quickly by enabling a deep molecular view of our development product. This will help us reach our goal of providing a scalable solution that can address clear clinical needs and provide better alternatives to liver transplants for patients," said Dr. Eric Schuur, CEO of HepaTx.
About Namocell
Namocell provides innovative single cell sorting and dispensing platforms to empower single cell research and therapeutics development. Namocell's single cell dispensers are the fastest and easiest way to identify and isolate single cells, and enable users to accomplish single cell sorting and dispensing in one step in a way that is gentle to live cells. We serve researchers and scientists in a wide range of applications, including single cell genomics, cell line development, CRISPR, cell therapy, stem cell, monoclonal antibody development, rare cell isolation, and synthetic biology. Learn more at http://www.namocell.com.
About HepaTx
HepaTx is a regenerative medicine company developing new types of stem cell-based treatments for patients with late stage liver disease, a highly underserved and cost intensive market. HepaTx's proprietary process, licensed from Stanford and well protected by licensed IP, differentiates adipose stromal cells obtained from discarded lipoaspirate into functional hepatocytes. These hepatocytes are directly infused into the liver where they regenerate liver function. To learn more, visit our website, Hepatx.com and follow us on Twitter, @hepatx.
About Takara Bio USA
Takara Bio USA, Inc. (TBUSA; formerly Clontech Laboratories, Inc.) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Takara Bio Inc. that manufactures and distributes kits, reagents, and instruments for life science applications, including NGS, PCR, gene delivery, genome editing, stem cell research, nucleic acid and protein purification, and automated sample preparation.

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MedSys Group announced today it has solidified a strategic alliance with The Rockwood Group, Inc to ensure the success of both firms' client base. Both Rockwood and MedSys have long histories of providing innovative services throughout the healthcare community. From C-Suite guidance, implementation assistance, training and go-live support, to general staffing needs, both firms have made a name for themselves as innovative problem solvers.
"I'm excited to continue and deepen our relationship with Helen Thompson and her team at The Rockwood Group, Inc (RWG). Their business acumen and depth of knowledge in areas complimentary to our vision of 'enabling the evolution of healthcare' makes this the perfect time to align our service offerings to deliver more comprehensive value to our clients", Alan Kravitz, MedSys Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder said.
"Our partnership with Alan and his team enhances our breath and depth of service and support we can provide our Customers and we are thrilled to see this alliance grow", said Helen Thompson, RWG Founder and CEO.
About Rockwood Group, Inc:
The RockWood Group, Inc. (RWG) is a privately held healthcare information technology (HIT) strategy and management consulting firm established in 2012. RWG is dedicated to helping clients leverage technology to drive results that improve the patient experience and provide a return on their IT investment. We take pride in our customer focused approach when providing consulting and advisory services. Our Professional Services team will offer direct and honest opinions based on real-world experience as healthcare executives. We make our clients' interests the priority! RWG is a Service Disabled, Woman Veteran Owned Certified Small Business Partner. For more information please visit: http://www.rwgroupinc.com or call 816-262-6434.
About MedSys Group, LLC: 
Founded in 2008, MedSys Group LLC, is a healthcare IT services firm, delivering outstanding services and results to academic medical centers, integrated delivery networks, specialty hospitals, and physician practices. MedSys provides expert leadership in Cerner, Epic and other acute/ambulatory EHR and revenue cycle systems. MedSys is frequently featured in A-list publications and was named for two consecutive years on the Dallas 100 list of fastest growing companies in North Texas. MedSys is the recipient of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare and the Inc. 5000 awards. For more information, please visit: http://www.MedSysGroup.com or call 972-464-0020. You can also follow the company on Twitter @MedSysGroup. For interviews or media inquiries, please contact Kristi Merrill at kmerrill@medsysgroup.com.

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RWG's business acumen and depth of knowledge in areas complimentary to our vision of 'enabling the evolution of healthcare' makes this the perfect time to align our service offerings to deliver more comprehensive value to our clients", Alan Kravitz, MedSys Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder said.



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NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that Jayant Uberoi, MD, Chesapeake Urology in Baltimore MD, has been designated as a UroLift Center of Excellence. The designation recognizes that Dr. Uberoi has achieved a high level of training and experience with the UroLift System and demonstrated a commitment to exemplary care for men suffering from symptoms associated with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate.
Recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines, the FDA-cleared Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH. The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue.
The UroLift Center of Excellence program is designed to highlight urologists who are committed to educating their patients on BPH and the UroLift System as a treatment option and consistently seek to deliver excellent patient outcomes and experiences.
"Dr. Jayant Uberoi has earned the UroLift Center of Excellence designation for his dedication to improving the lives of men who previously suffered from BPH symptoms and delivering superior patient outcomes with the UroLift System treatment," said Dave Amerson, president of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit.
Over 40 million men in the United States are affected by BPH, a condition that occurs when the prostate gland that surrounds the male urethra becomes enlarged with advancing age and begins to obstruct the urinary system. Symptoms of BPH often include interrupted sleep and urinary problems and can cause loss of productivity, depression and decreased quality of life.
Medication is often the first-line therapy for enlarged prostate, but relief can be inadequate and temporary. Side effects of medication treatment can include sexual dysfunction, dizziness and headaches, prompting many patients to quit using the drugs. For these patients, the classic alternative is surgery that cuts, heats or removes prostate tissue to open the blocked urethra. While current surgical options can be very effective in relieving symptoms, they can also leave patients with permanent side effects such as urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and retrograde ejaculation.
About the UroLift System
The FDA-cleared UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a minimally invasive transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue. Clinical data from a pivotal 206-patient randomized controlled study showed that patients with enlarged prostate receiving UroLift implants reported rapid and durable symptomatic and urinary flow rate improvement without compromising sexual function*1,2. Patients also experienced a significant improvement in quality of life. Over 100,000 men have been treated with the UroLift System in the U.S. Most common adverse events reported include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence. Most symptoms were mild to moderate in severity and resolved within two to four weeks after the procedure. The Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. The UroLift System is available in the U.S., Europe, Australia, Canada, Mexico and South Korea. Learn more at http://www.urolift.com.
About NeoTract | Teleflex Interventional Urology
A wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated, the Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our initial focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift System, a minimally invasive permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving normal sexual function*1,2. Learn more at http://www.neotract.com.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people's lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit http://www.teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow, Deknatel, Hudson RCI, LMA, Pilling, Rusch, UroLift and Weck – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose
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For Teleflex Incorporated: 
Jake Elguicze, 610.948.2836 
Treasurer and Vice President, Investor Relations
Media: 
Nicole Osmer, 650.454.0504 nicole@healthandcommerce.com
*No instances of new, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction 
1. Roehrborn, J Urology 2013 LIFT Study 
2.McVary, J Sex Med 2016
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To help patients suffering from a substance use disorder find facilities that deliver quality treatment and care, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts recognizes Washburn House as one of the first facilities to receive the Blue Distinction Center for Substance Use Treatment and Recovery (BDC Substance Use Treatment and Recovery) designation – a new designation under the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program.
Blue Distinction Centers are nationally designated facilities that show a commitment to delivering improved patient safety and better health outcomes, based on objective measures that were developed with input from the community and leading accreditation and quality organizations.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 130 Americans die every day from an opioid overdose, which highlights the seriousness of the opioid epidemic and how critical it is for patients to receive comprehensive, meaningful care. The BDC Substance Use Treatment and Recovery program requires designated facilities to deliver coordinated multidisciplinary care to patients and provide timely access to quality medical and psychosocial care in all phases of treatment. Designated facilities must also offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT) – a way to treat opioid addiction that includes a medication component and behavioral therapy.
"We are proud to partner with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts in their efforts to deliver improved patient safety and better health outcomes during treatment," said David Brown, Executive Director of Washburn House. "We are continually committed to providing accessible, high quality, evidence-based substance abuse care. Our recognition as a Blue Distinction treatment and recovery facility is humbling and yet crucial in furthering our reach to the state of Massachusetts and beyond. "
"Substance use disorders have a terrible cost on the individuals, their families and our economy," said Bruce Nash, MD, chief physician executive, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. "Improving access to high-quality affordable treatment and recovery facilities is a priority for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and one way we are leading the effort to combat substance use. We are proud these provider partners have been recognized as leaders in treatment and recovery."
Since 2006, the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program has helped patients find quality specialty care in the areas of bariatric surgery, cancer care, cardiac care, cellular immunotherapy, fertility care, gene therapy, knee and hip replacements, maternity care, spine surgery, substance use treatment and recovery, and transplants, while encouraging health care professionals to improve the care they deliver. Research for many programs shows that, compared to other providers, those designated as Blue Distinction Centers demonstrate better quality and improved outcomes for patients.
For more information about the program and for a complete listing of the designated facilities, visit http://www.bcbs.com/bluedistinction.
About Promises Behavioral Health 
Promises Behavioral Health is a family of behavioral health programs with regional brands such as The Right Step, The Ranch, Promises and Clarity Way. The company currently operates facilities across Texas, Tennessee, Florida, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. Promises offers comprehensive, innovative treatment for substance abuse, sexual addiction, trauma, eating disorders, and other mental health disorders. Through its programs, the company is committed to delivering clinically sophisticated treatment that promotes permanent lifestyle change, not only for the patient but for the entire family network. For more information, please visit http://www.promisesbehavioralhealth.com.
About Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts 
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (bluecrossma.com) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered in Boston. We are committed to the relentless pursuit of quality, affordable health care with an unparalleled consumer experience. Consistent with our promise to always put our members first, we are rated among the nation's best health plans for member satisfaction and quality. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
About Blue Cross Blue Shield Association 
The Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association is a national federation of 36 independent, community-based and locally operated Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies that collectively provide health care coverage for one in three Americans. BCBSA provides health care insights through Blue Cross Blue Shield, The Health of America Report series and the national BCBS Health IndexSM. For more information on BCBSA and its member companies, please visit BCBS.com. We also encourage you to connect with us on Facebook, check out our videos on YouTube and follow us on Twitter.
About Blue Distinction Centers 
Blue Distinction Centers (BDC) met overall quality measures, developed with input from the medical community. A Local Blue Plan may require additional criteria for providers located in its own service area; for details, contact your Local Blue Plan. Blue Distinction Centers+ (BDC+) also met cost measures that address consumers' need for affordable healthcare. Each provider's cost of care is evaluated using data from its Local Blue Plan. Providers in CA, ID, NY, PA, and WA may lie in two Local Blue Plans' areas, resulting in two evaluations for cost of care; and their own Local Blue Plans decide whether one or both cost of care evaluation(s) must meet BDC+ national criteria. National criteria for BDC and BDC+ are displayed on http://www.bcbs.com. Individual outcomes may vary. For details on a provider's in-network status or your own policy's coverage, contact your Local Blue Plan and ask your provider before making an appointment. Neither Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association nor any Blue Plans are responsible for non-covered charges or other losses or damages resulting from Blue Distinction or other provider finder information or care received from Blue Distinction or other providers.

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Philip Bruder, M.D., F.A.A.D., announced the launch of his new medical practice Soho Hair MD—a state-of-the-art dermatology practice focused exclusively on the non-surgical evaluation and treatment of hair loss. Utilizing the latest techniques and advancements in medicine and research, Dr. Bruder offers a comprehensive, scientifically-driven, individualized approach to the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of hair loss.
Genetic hair loss is seen in 50 percent of women by age 50 and even more frequently in men. In addition to male and female genetic–or patterned–hair loss, there are numerous reasons why people lose hair, including hormone irregularities, autoimmune issues, and stress. Successful treatment requires addressing all causes of each patient's hair loss.
"Hair loss is much more common than a lot of people are aware. For many patients seeking help for hair loss, the process is deeply psychological and emotional," said Dr. Bruder. "Each patient is different and, therefore, each patient's evaluation and treatment is specific to them. At Soho Hair MD we provide compassionate care, an individualized plan and a medically-driven approach to the diagnosis and treatment of hair loss. Our ultimate goal is to work with each patient to address the root causes of their hair loss and achieve long-lasting results."
With over 25 years of clinical experience in dermatology, Dr. Bruder earned his medical degree from the NYU School of Medicine. He was Chief Resident in Dermatology at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center and currently serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Dermatology at Columbia. Throughout his career, Dr. Bruder has educated and trained the Columbia dermatology residents by helping them in their clinics, leading them in review courses, and mentoring. He's been named to the list of Castle Connolly Top Doctors every year since 2017, and was the only doctor who focuses exclusively on hair loss named to New York Magazine's Best Doctors list in 2019.
Dr. Bruder founded his first private practice, Bruder Dermatology, in 1994 on New York's Upper East Side, where he led a trusted and respected group of dermatologists who cared for and treated thousands of patients with a spectrum of common and rare problems of the skin, nails and hair.
In his new practice, Dr. Bruder will focus on specialty areas including genetic hair loss in women and men, also known as Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA) or patterned hair loss; Alopecia Areata; Telogen Effluvium; Lichen Planopilaris (LPP); Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA); Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA); Pseudopelade; Follicular Degeneration Syndrome (FDS); Folliculitis Delcalvans and Discoid Lupus (DLE). Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) is one of the many treatment modalities offered by Dr. Bruder.
Soho Hair MD is located at 594 Broadway, Suite 409, in New York City. For appointments, call 212-219-2125. For more information, visit http://www.sohohairmd.com.
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At Soho Hair MD we provide compassionate care, an individualized plan and a medically-driven approach to the diagnosis and treatment of hair loss. Our ultimate goal is to work with each patient to address the root causes of their hair loss and achieve long-lasting results.



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Bellus3D, Inc. a Silicon Valley startup formed by leading computer vision experts, is announcing Bellus3D Dental Pro 2.0, a major new release of its leading iOS 3D face scanning app for the dental market. The new release extends the capturing to include the new Bellus3D ARC multi-camera scanning system, and adds an online workflow via Bellus3D Face Cloud that allows dental specialists and dental labs to collaborate and accelerate high-value case acceptance.
In addition to supporting Apple iPad Pro and Apple iPhone X, Bellus3D Dental Pro 2.0 adds the support of Bellus 3D ARC systems. Bellus3D ARC is a revolutionary multi-camera 3D face scanning solution that captures professional grade, full 3D face scans in seconds. Bellus3D ARC can be configured from 1 to 7 smart depth-sensing WiFI cameras and works with a Windows 10 PC. ARC provides near instant capture with no moving parts and requires no movement by the subject.
Bellus3D Face Cloud provides a platform for viewing and manipulation of face scans within a browser in both desktop or mobile environments. Face Cloud accepts 3D face models created from both Bellus3D iOS app or the ARC system. The workflow allows clinicians to scan the patient's face using ARC or a supported iOS device and then share that scan with the dental lab remotely. Integration with leading intraoral scanner providers, such as 3Shape and Dental Wings, allows the patient's face to be aligned with the digital scan of the teeth and then integrated into the chairside and dental lab planning software to ensure proper 3D registration of the face scan to the dental surface scans for diagnostic, surgical and restorative smile design planning.
Dental Pro 2.0 features include: 

Model Sharing--allows clinicians and labs to share face scans and collaborate on treatment plans

Workspace Sharing--dental labs can share designs with clinicians for case acceptance and approval

Visual Smile Aligner() tool to precisely align 3D face scan with dental .ply or .stl scans

Access to teeth library where labs and clinicians can select from dozens of sets of teeth for use in smile design

Lip Line Editor--ensures you can see the teeth clearly in the face

Aesthetic Guides--allows clinician to identify Midline, Interpupillary, Camper and Occlusal planes

"Dental Pro 2.0 allows clinicians to generate fast, easy and affordable 3D face scans, integrate those scans with intraoral and CBCT scans and then share them with dental labs to form a complete picture of the patient. We believe that smiles begin with the face in mind and this is the latest step in our goal of enabling product companies to bring a high level of personalization to their products," said Eric Chen, CEO of Bellus3D, Inc.
The company is demonstrating Dental Pro 2.0 and providing free 3D face scans to interested attendees at Lab Day 2020 booth #A-21 in Chicago this week.
Bellus3D Dental Pro 2.0 is available now for direct download on the Apple App Store. All Dental Pro accounts include a 2-week free trial to eliminate any risk associated with trying the application and after the free trial, a monthly subscription is only $80 per month. Annual licenses can be obtained through Whip Mix or other authorized Bellus3D resellers at discounted prices.
About Bellus3D, Inc. 
Bellus3D (https://www.bellus3d.com) is the innovative leader in high-resolution 3D face scanning. Our goal is to enable personalized products using the face by providing fast, easy and affordable 3D face scanning to companies and individuals who are creating products for the face. We are working with companies in key vertical markets including dental, eyewear, medical, cosmetic and 3D Printing to facilitate their goal of delivering highly personalized products to their customers.
More information about Bellus3D products: https://www.bellus3d.com 
Bellus3D Press Contact: Nick Blozan, nblozan(at)Bellus3D.com, Phone: (408) 502-5012 
Bellus3D Reseller Contact: Mark Smolinski, msmolinski(at)Bellus3D.com, Phone: (408) 761-5786
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Whether you look forward to your deep clean in the springtime or you dread the scrubbing, some simple things can be done to make the process painless, no matter how much motivation you may need. The Libman Company, a leading U.S. maker of household and commercial cleaning products, offers some tips to help you prepare for the task.
1. Schedule time 
Our schedules are full and our to-do list continues to grow. It's no surprise that spring cleaning often gets pushed back when other things pop up in our lives. Make an appointment with yourself to clean. It can be for an entire day or in hourly intervals but be sure to block out time solely dedicated to cleaning. Keep this time like you would an appointment for the doctor or dentist.
2. Make a Cleaning List 
Write down all of the areas and tasks you'd like to tackle during your spring-cleaning initiative. If you feel overwhelmed listing them all at once, you can keep the list on the refrigerator and add to it whenever you come across an area you'd like to clean.
3. Stock Up on Supplies 
Using your list as a reference, make sure you have all the tools and cleaners needed to accomplish your list. Stocking up on supplies ahead of time will allow you to keep the cleaning momentum during your cleaning time without having to break for quick trips to the store when you're out of something.
Here are some of our spring cleaning must haves: 
Wonder Mop – Each Wonder Mop has microfiber GRIPSTRIPS that lift up to 20% more dirt leaving your floors cleaner and can be machine washed up to 50 times. 
Tile & Grout Brush – This brush has an extra narrow head designed specifically to get into grout and other tight spaces. It features firm and flexible bristles for high power cleaning that toothbrushes can't compare to. 
Flexible Microfiber Duster– Premium microfiber fingers pick up dust and the allergens in them. Cleaning pads are machine washable and reusable.
4. Declutter Before Cleaning 
Spend some time in the days or weeks leading up to your spring cleaning to declutter. It's hard to clean when there is stuff in your way. Set daily goals to declutter one drawer, shelf or room in the days leading up to your cleaning time. This will help to keep the task of spring cleaning from becoming overwhelming and frustrating.
5. Follow Through 
When your self-scheduled cleaning appointment arrives, it's easy to convince yourself you can do it another time. Don't - spend that allotted time cleaning and get it done. Once clean, you'll feel better and realize all your prep made it the easiest spring cleaning yet.
6. Clean task by task 
Instead of cleaning room-by-room, tackle your new home task-by-task. This method ends up being considerably quicker. Think about it - when you have equipped yourself with a sponge and soapy water, it's much easier to just continue on than set it down and pick something else up. The new portable Libman Maid Caddy is a convenient way to store and transport frequently used cleaning tools from room to room.
About The Libman Company 
The Libman Company is a family-owned company that has been making quality cleaning tools since 1896. The company manufactures products from brooms and mops to more specialized tools for kitchen and bathroom cleaning and industrial uses. Libman proudly manufactures most of their products in the United States, including the company's well-known Wonder Mop. For more information about the Libman Company, please visit http://www.libman.com.




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Highmark West Virginia announced today that its members now have access to a comprehensive, technology-enabled opioid use disorder (OUD) program that is the first of its kind in the state and one of the first of its kind in the nation. The program, offered in partnership with Bright Heart Health, is designed to extend OUD treatment in rural and underserved areas and address a critical shortage of available medication–assisted treatment (MAT) therapy.
"MAT therapy is considered the gold standard of care for opioid use disorder, but there are many MAT 'deserts' across West Virginia," says Dr. Caesar DeLeo, vice president and executive medical director of strategic initiatives for Highmark. "In these areas, patients have extremely limited access to evidence-based OUD treatment and may face significant wait times or transportation challenges. Clinicians are overextended. Through this program, we will be able to partner with clinicians so that our members receive the kind of comprehensive, accessible OUD treatment that puts them on a path to long-term recovery."
Members can access services and meet on-demand with medical staff and counselors through a smart phone, tablet, or computer. Following an initial intake and assessment process, members are connected to a multidisciplinary care team that includes a physician, therapist, case manager, care manager and a wellness coach. The program offers individualized treatment plans and MAT that allows individuals to stop abusing opioids without experiencing powerful drug cravings or severe withdrawal symptoms. With the member's permission, Bright Heart Health keeps the member's care team updated on their progress and shares performance metrics.
Members may access Bright Heart Health services via self-referral or through a warm hand-off, a process of transitioning a patient with a substance use disorder from an intercept point, such as an emergency department, to a treatment provider once the patient is stable.
More than 90 percent of patients are retained in OUD treatment one month after beginning services, according to Bright Heart Health. More than 90 percent of patients are negative for opioids within 90 days of beginning treatment, and more than 85 percent are negative for other stimulants and sedatives. Health-related costs are reduced by $20,000 annually when opioid- dependent patients are on MAT.
The collaboration with Bright Heart Health continues Highmark's leadership in responding to the opioid crisis with a comprehensive approach that emphasizes primary prevention, safe prescribing and community supports.
"We are excited about the partnership and the opportunity to work with Highmark," says Jon Ciampi, president of Bright Heart Heath. "Highmark is proactive in addressing the needs of their members, and recognizing barriers patients face when seeking care. Through this relationship, and the Highmark network, we hope to reach individuals who have been unable to access care due to location or other barriers."
Last month, Highmark announced that its employer-based members have access to new virtual education and advocacy tools that combat stigma associated with OUD and promote recovery in the workplace. These new resources, which are a value-added service for Highmark group customers in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, are offered in partnership with Shatterproof. Shatterproof is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to reversing the addiction crisis in the U.S.
Through Shatterproof, Highmark's employer-based members can engage in brief, interactive education modules that explore the science of opioid use disorder; environmental and genetic risk factors; the dangers of opioids; signs, symptoms and evidence-based treatment options; ways to help individuals and families challenged by OUD; and success stories of individuals who are in recovery.
Throughout the past three years, Highmark and the Highmark Foundation have provided more than $3 million to community organizations and programs fighting the opioid epidemic in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Delaware.
As part of its continued commitment to address the opioid epidemic and in conjunction with broader national and local efforts to fight substance use disorder, Blue Cross Blue Shield companies across the country are launching the Substance Use Resource Center, which will include a call center and dedicated web site. For individuals seeking treatment for a substance use disorder, navigating treatment options and knowing how to find care they can trust is a daunting task. The Substance Use Resource Center was developed to help those impacted by substance use find quality-based resources for care close to home from a source they can trust.
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About Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia serves approximately 325,000 members through the company's health care benefits business and hundreds of thousands of additional members through the BlueCard program. Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of West Virginia holds the largest share of the commercial market, and more West Virginians carry a Blue Cross Blue Shield card than any other insurance carrier in the state. With offices in Parkersburg, Charleston and Wheeling, Highmark West Virginia employs more than 700 people and serves as a key economic driver in the state with its total economic impact reaching $262 million. Highmark West Virginia is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. For more information, visit http://www.highmark.com.

Through this program, we will be able to partner with clinicians so that our members receive the kind of comprehensive, accessible OUD treatment that puts them on a path to long-term recovery-Dr. Caesar DeLeo, VP and executive medical director of strategic initiatives, Highmark.



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MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Scottsdale, Arizona. 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 Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale, AZ, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/scottsdale-ar-facilities/
2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Scottsdale, AZ (in alphabetical order)
Auberge at Scottsdale 
Phone: (480) 614-9100 
Address: 9410 E. Thunderbird Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85260 
Web: aubergescottsdale.com
Barton House 
Phone: (480) 991-9912 
Address: 7007 East Mountain View Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85253 
Web: thebartonhouse.com
Beatitudes Campus 
Phone: (602) 536-4734 
Address: 1610 West Glendale Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85021 
Web: beatitudescampus.org
Bethesda Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care, Phoenix 
Phone: (602) 833-2724 
Address: 13825 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85022 
Web: bethesdagardensaz.com
Courtyard Towers 
Phone: (480) 649-3000 
Address: 22 North Robson St., Mesa, AZ 85201 
Web: courtyardtowersaz.com
Emerald Groves Central 
Phone: (480) 234-0126 
Address: 2759 N. Val Vista Dr., Mesa, AZ 85213 
Web: emeraldgrovesinc.com
Grand Court Mesa 
Phone: (480) 844-7336 
Address: 262 East Brown Rd., Mesa, AZ 85201 
Web: grandcourtmesa.com
Hazelwood Manor 
Phone: (480) 438-1399 
Address: 8319 E. Hazelwood St., Scottsdale, AZ 85251 
Web: hazelwoodmanor.com
Legacy Salt Village 
Phone: (866) 977-7775 
Address: 8170 N. 90th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85258 
Web: legacyvillagesaltriver.com
LivGenerations Pinnacle Peak (Opening Early Spring 2019) 
Phone: (480) 485-4000 
Address: 23733 North Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255 
Web: livgenerationspinnaclepeak.com
North Scottsdale Retreat 
Phone: (480) 267-9200 
Address: 23402 N. 84th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85255 
Web: trustedcarehomes.com
Rose Court Senior Living 
Phone: (602) 265-9813 
Address: 2935 North 18th Pl., Phoenix, AZ 85016 
Web: rosecourtliving.com
Sunshine Village Assisted Living 
Phone: (602) 765-7400 
Address: 2606 E. Greenway Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85032 
Web: sunshinevillageaz.com
The Palazzo 
Phone: (602) 433-6300 
Address: 6250 N 19th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85015 
Web: palazzohc.com
The Plaza Assisted Living of Scottsdale 
Phone: (714) 420-1793 
Address: 8501 E. Plaza Ave., Scottsdale, AZ 85250 
Web: plazaalofscottsdale.com
Vi at Silverstone 
Phone: (480) 478-6100 
Address: 23005 North 74th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85255 
Web: scottsdale.viliving.com
Vi at Grayhawk, a Vi and Plaza Companies Community 
Phone: (480) 659-5100 
Address: 7501 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Scottsdale, AZ 85255 
Web: grayhawk.viliving.com
Windsor Luxury Assisted Living, LLC 
Phone: (480) 550-8727 
Address: 6031 N. 52nd Pl., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 
Web: windsorassistedliving.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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MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Rochester. New York. The guide identifies 8 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 Rochester, 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 Rochester, 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 Rochester. NY, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/rochester-ny-facilities/
2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Rochester. NY (in alphabetical order)
Baywinde Senior Living 
Phone: (585) 673-0065 
Address: 100 & 200 Kidd Castle Way, Webster, NY 14580 
Web: seniorlifestyle.com/baywinde/
GrandeVille Senior Living Community 
Phone: (585) 621- 6160 
Address: 555 Maiden Lane, Rochester, NY 14616 
Web: grandeville.com
Heather Heights 
Phone: (585) 264-1600 
Address: 160 West Jefferson Rd., Pittsford, NY 14534
Web: heatherheights.com
Peregrine Senior Living at Crimson Ridge Gardens 
Phone: (585) 228-5607 
Address: 1 Treeline Dr., Greece, NY 14612 
Web: peregrineseniorliving.com/crimson-ridge/
Rochester Presbyterian Home - The Homestead 
Phone: (585) 235-9100 
Address: 256 Thurston Rd., Rochester, NY 14619 
Web: rph.org
St. Ann's Community at Cherry Ridge 
Phone: (585) 481-8645 
Address: 900 Cherry Ridge Blvd., Webster, NY 14580 
Web: stannscommunity.com/cherry-ridge/
St. John's Home 
Phone: (585) 760-1300 
Address: 150 Highland Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 
Web: stjohnsliving.org
The Landing of Brighton 
Phone: (585) 366-0060 
Address: 1350 Westfall Rd., Rochester, NY 14618 
Web: atriaseniorliving.com/landing-of-brighton/
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

RICHMOND, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Richmond, Virginia. The guide identifies 12 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 Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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 Richmond, VA, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/richmond-va-facilities/
2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Richmond, VA (in alphabetical order)
Bickford of Chesterfield 
Phone: (804) 594-7055 
Address: 11200 West Huguenot Rd., Midlothian, VA 23113 
Web: enrichinghappiness.com
Brookdale West End Richmond 
Phone: (804) 292-2458 
Address: 1800 Gaskins Rd., Richmond, VA 23238 
Web: brookdale.com
Commonwealth Senior Living at Chesterfield 
Phone: (804) 271-9787 
Address: 4931 Ridgedale Pkwy., Richmond, VA 23234
Web: commonwealthsl.com
Elmcroft of Chesterfield 
Phone: (804) 709-0835 
Address: 1000 Twinridge Lane, Richmond, VA 23235 
Web: elmcroft.com
Ginter Hall Assisted Living & Memory Care 
Phone: (804) 794-7770 
Address: 11300 Mall Court, Richmond, VA 23235 
Web: ginterhall.com
Heritage Green of Hanover 
Phone: (804) 723-6538 
Address: 7080 Brooks Farm Rd., Mechanicsville, VA 23111 
Web: heritagegreenhanover.com
Morningside in the West End 
Phone: (804) 270-3990 
Address: 3000 Skipwith Rd., Richmond, VA 23294 
Web: fivestarseniorliving.com
Spring Arbor of Richmond 
Phone: (804) 592-1948 
Address: 9991 Ridgefield Pkwy., Richmond, VA 23233
Web: springarborliving.com
Sunrise of Richmond 
Phone: (804) 823-2774 
Address: 1807 North Parham Rd., Richmond, VA 23229 
Web: sunriseseniorliving.com
Symphony Manor of Richmond 
Phone: (804) 741-9494 
Address: 12411 Gayton Rd., Richmond, VA 23238 
Web: symphonymanorofrichmond.business.site
The Crossings at Bon Air 
Phone: (804) 560-1440 
Address: 9100 Bon Air Crossings Dr., Richmond, VA 23235 
Web: hecrossingsatbonair.com
The Crossings at Hanover 
Phone: (804) 208-0319 
Address: 8227 Meadowbridge Rd., Mechanicsville, VA 23116 
Web: harmonyseniorservices.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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With a new chief visionary officer focused on positive impact for both customers and the planet for years to come, Isagenix is leading the way in sustainability, customer and independent distributor experience, and product offerings.

GILBERT, ARIZ. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
Isagenix International, a legacy global health and wellness company, continues to demonstrate its commitment to healthy change as it prepares for its 18th birthday in March. With a new chief visionary officer focused on positive impact for both customers and the planet for years to come, Isagenix is leading the way in sustainability, customer and independent distributor experience, and product offerings.
"With more than $7 billion in cumulative global sales, as well as more than 400,000 customers worldwide, Isagenix is poised for growth with new independent distributors and customers experiencing our amazing offerings every day," said Travis Ogden, Isagenix chief executive officer. "We recognize the critical need to continue to innovate and invest in our business. By taking steps like eliminating our customer membership fee and regularly launching new products, we are prepared for a bright future."
Erik Coover, son of Isagenix Co-Founders Jim and Kathy Coover, was promoted earlier this year to chief visionary officer with the main focus of driving the company's strategic vision, originally established by his parents, to impact world health and free people from physical and financial pain, and in the process, create the most trusted and respected health and wellness company in the world. In addition, Erik leads the fastest-growing Isagenix demographic — millennials — and spearheads the company's aggressive sustainability initiatives with a goal of zero waste packaging by 2028. One project contributing to the 2028 goal is transitioning all bottles and canisters to 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic by 2023. To date, more than 6 million canisters have been packaged in 100% PCR plastic, which is made using less energy and fossil fuels than recyclable virgin plastic. Switching the canisters to PCR plastic costs Isagenix more than $400,000 each year, a cost the company is absorbing and not passing on to customers.
Travis Ogden continued, "Erik is a perfect fit for this position because of his visionary leadership. He has worked his way up at Isagenix over the past decade, so he intimately understands the needs of our customers and our independent distributors. Alongside our incredible executive leadership team, Erik will help Isagenix stay steadfast in our approach as we focus on significant developments in technology and product innovation in 2020."
Last month, Isagenix launched new wellness products to support customers working toward their health and wellness goals. Peanut Butter Bliss Snack Bites is a new 100-calorie snack that's designed to not only taste good but also to help satisfy hunger between meals. BĒA Sparkling Energy Drinkexpanded its lineup with a Citrus Sunrise flavor. BĒA's original Berry Bellini flavor debuted when the product launched in fall of 2019. BĒA both energizes and nourishes the body with 125 milligrams of naturally sourced caffeine from green tea as well as raw nutrients and vitamins sourced from fruits and vegetables.
In addition to debuting new product offerings in January, Isagenix also announced simplified customer membership benefits including the removal of the annual membership fee for customers and a new bonus opportunity for independent distributors. Now, customers receive a 25% discount on products when ordering without paying a membership fee, and independent distributors who meet all qualifying criteria can earn a bonus of up to $10,000 over 12 months.*
To learn more about Isagenix, visit the Newsroom, like the company on Facebook, and follow it on Twitter and Instagram.
*The ability to earn income under the Isagenix Compensation Plan depends on many factors including an individual Isagenix independent distributor's business, social, and sales skills; personal ambition and activity; availability of time and financial resources; and access to a large network of family, friends, and business contacts. Isagenix cannot and does not guarantee any particular level of earnings. Even independent distributors who dedicate a significant amount of time, effort, and personal funds may not achieve a meaningful level of success. For average earnings, refer to IsagenixEarnings.com.
About Isagenix International 
Established in 2002, Isagenix provides systems for weight loss, performance, vitality and well-being, personal care and beauty, and financial wellness. With more than 400,000 customers worldwide and more than 100 products, packs, and systems globally, the company is committed to supporting healthy change in its customers' and independent distributors' lives. Isagenix shares its products and solutions through a network of independent distributors in 14 markets: the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, and South Korea. Isagenix is a privately owned company with headquarters in Gilbert, Arizona. For more information, visit Isagenix.com. 

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With more than $7 billion in cumulative global sales, as well as more than 400,000 customers worldwide, Isagenix is poised for growth with new independent distributors and customers experiencing our amazing offerings every day. - Travis Ogden, Isagenix CEO.



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A new white paper by The Beryl Institute explores the significance of safety strategies in healthcare settings and how these practices influence the patient and clinician experience. The Experience of Safety in Healthcare: A Call to Expand Perceptions and Solutions, reflects on the integrated nature of safety and service and how they interact to create the overall experience of patients, families and clinicians.
The paper acknowledges the success, failure and efficiency of all safety efforts is fundamental to the experience of patients and families. In addition, the safety systems in place in an organization directly shape and define the clinician's experience.
Generated from these concepts, key recommendations in integrating safety and experience are explored: 

Acknowledge safety as a primary driver for overall experience of both patients and clinicians

Approach safety and patient experience through a unified lens

Make financial choices that reflect a commitment to the experience of safety

Make a conscious, accountable and strategic effort to build a culture of caring

Optimize technology to care for the caretakers

Engage patient and family voice to lead change and drive future solutions

The paper also examines the inherent relationship patients and families see between safety and service. It further reinforces the opportunity for healthcare organizations to partner with patients to positively impact all aspects of care and reinforces that listening to and engaging patients and families are at the root of improving their experience.
"When we reintroduce humanity to healthcare and the human perspective that it brings, we can no longer overlook the intricately interwoven reality of quality, safety and service," said Jason Wolf, Ph.D., CPXP, President of The Beryl Institute. "Together, they are the complete experience people have. They are the outcomes we provide, and our actions must not waver from this reality."
This white paper was developed in partnership with BD. To download the white paper, visit http://www.theberylinstitute.org/?page=WhitePapers.
About The Beryl Institute: 
The Beryl Institute is a global community that builds the capacity of organizations to elevate the human experience in healthcare and develops individuals who impact experience excellence. We believe human experience is grounded in experiences of patients & families, those who work in healthcare and the communities they serve.
We define patient experience as the sum of all interactions, shaped by an organization's culture, that influence patient perceptions across the continuum of care.
About BD: 
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. The company develops innovative technology, services and solutions that help advance both clinical therapy for patients and clinical process for health care providers. BD and its 65,000 employees have a passion and commitment to help improve patient outcomes, improve the safety and efficiency of clinicians' care delivery process, enable laboratory scientists to accurately detect disease and advance researchers' capabilities to develop the next generation of diagnostics and therapeutics. BD has a presence in virtually every country and partners with organizations around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues. BD helps customers enhance outcomes, lower costs, increase efficiencies, improve safety and expand access to health care. bd.com

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R3 Medical Training is now offering each paid provider the opportunity to bring a free administrator along to any two day stem cell training course. This includes either the Comprehensive Stem Cell Training Course or the Regenerative Aesthetics Training Course.
Each stem cell course involves hands on procedures, which is the best way to learn the skill set for injections, IV procedures, nebulizer and intranasal options. In addition, the regenerative aesthetics procedures include stem cells and exosomes for hair restoration, facial rejuvenation and sexual health.
Why bring an administrator to the course? According to R3 Medical Training CEO David Greene, MD, MBA, "Not only do we offer attendees the opportunity to perform real procedures on real patients, but also our expert trainers give presentations on sales/marketing, biologics, supplements and more. This is vital information not only for providers, but also administrators to help with treating patients better!"
Each course offers an immersive experience so that providers gain a new skill set that is immediately useful in practice. For the comprehensive stem cell course, this includes injection protocols, IV therapies, intranasal and nebulizer as well. For the regenerative aesthetics course, providers learn all about PDO thread lift procedures, PRP and stem cell hair restoration, along with sexual health procedures and facial procedures.
In addition, providers can receive $500 off either two day stem cell course by using the code R3FIVE with an online registration. The courses for March 11-14th, 2020 are taking place at Westin Lake Las Vegas.
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The guide takes a look at the importance of quality control when medical instruments are created and how manufacturers ensure that that accuracy is met.

BAXTER, MINN. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
Metrology Parts has announced the release of their newest information guide: How to Have Quality Control in the Medical Industry. Mitigating risk is one of the most critical factors that plays a significant role in the medical regulatory industry.
Whether it is on a larger scale like the World Health Organization responsible for establishing industry standards, down to an individual hospital, ensuring quality control of their medical devices is important in maintaining the trust between providers and patients.
"The process in which a sample of manufactured goods is tested to ensure it meets standards specs., Quality Control is essential for the medical industry as the equipment produced is meant for medicinal purposes," the article states. "In the manufacturing of medical devices, the most advanced metrology solutions are put in place as quality control for medical device parts is very high."
Including an in-depth look at the processes and implementation strategies of quality control within an organization, this info guide also provides many of the different ways medical devices can be manufactured through metrology, an innovative idea that allows companies to keep up with industry standards.
To get a better understanding of how you can maintain quality control in the medical industry, you can view the information guide here.
About Metrology Parts:
Metrology Parts was started to complement an already thriving Metrology business. We understand the struggles manufacturing companies go through in today's market. Cost cutting is crucial in keeping old business as well as attracting new business. We hope that we can be a resource for you and a partner with you to find the best solutions possible for maintaining high standards of quality at an affordable price for you. With 32 years of experience we are not only here for sale but we are also here for your after sales and tech support needs as well. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to earn your business. 

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Supplementation with certain bacteria such as Lactobacillus paracasei Lpc-37 shown to alleviate adverse effects of stress in rodents.

WILMINGTON, DEL. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
A collaborative research study between DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences and Amylgen, a research center which specializes in rodent models of neurodegenerative and psychiatric disease, analyzed the effects of differing probiotic strains on the behaviors and neuroendocrine responses of chronically stressed mice.
This study builds on the established notion that changes in gut microbiota affect mood and cognition by delving deeper and examining the performance of different strains in comparison to each other.
The Study Design
This study took a systematic approach to test the efficacy of 12 candidate probiotics strains from 10 species/subspecies of Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus on stressed mice. The strains were tested across four screening experiments and the three most promising strains were re-tested to validate the results. The mice were orally administered the individual probiotic strains for five weeks, during which a three-week daily chronic restraint stress procedure was imposed on mice within stressed groups. On the final week of probiotic intervention and post the three-week stress procedure, all mice entered a behavioral test paradigm to measure stress-related behaviors. Furthermore, in the validation experiment, corticosterone and adrenocorticotrophic hormones were analyzed to measure the neuroendocrine response to stress, as well as additional tissue samples collected for further analyses. Of the 12 candidate probiotics, Lactobacillus paracasei Lpc-37, Lactobacillus plantarum LP12407, Lactobacillus plantarum LP12418, and Lactobacillus plantarum LP12151 prevented stress-associated anxiety- and depression-related behaviors from developing compared with chronically stressed mice in the placebo group. In addition, Lpc-37, LP12407 and LP12418 prevented stress-associated deficits in cognitive function from developing.
Fantastic Opportunities for Novel Approaches to Anxiety and Depression
"Up to now, we have been using our rodent models for screening classical drugs aiming at psychiatric conditions," stated Francois Roman, Ph.D., Scientific Board Member and Co-founder of Amylgen.
"The therapeutic improvement for the treatment of psychiatric diseases using the classical drug discovery process has been very disappointing and has not been able yet to bring satisfactory solutions for the treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders such as anxiety and depression. Novel approaches such as the one described in this paper opens fantastic opportunities for the discovery of new therapeutic strategies for the treatment of these disorders conducive to stress that need to be clinically translated."
"This study demonstrated that this pre-clinical model of stress is suitable for screening candidate probiotic strains for psychological health benefits toward preventing stress-related disruptions in behavior from developing. This study highlighted the extent of screening required to discover successful candidate probiotic strains which could influence gut-brain axis communication," said Elaine Patterson, Ph.D., Senior Scientist, DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences.
"Out of the 12 candidate probiotic strains tested, we identified three candidate strains which prevented all behavioral impairments from developing in mice caused by chronic daily restraint stress. These promising results may have future implications in the development of novel probiotic supplements which may offer a benefit to humans feeling the negative effects of daily stress. We are excited to explore whether these results can be translated to humans. We also demonstrated unique strain-specific effects concerning potential mechanistic pathways worth exploring in follow-up studies, and perhaps even in different models."
You can read the full study at https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bbr.2019.112376
About Amylgen
Amylgen proposes rodent models of neurodegenerative and psychiatric diseases allowing the rapid testing of new drugs with validated predictive value.
Amylgen services have been proven to facilitate the decision-making process at critical phases of drug development. Furthermore, Amylgen evaluates nutraceutical products aiming the field of "brain health" or "healthy brain ageing."
About DuPont Danisco
DuPont Danisco is the brand for a range of ingredients that help provide enhanced bioprotection, an improved nutritional profile, and better taste and texture with greater cost efficiency and lower environmental impact, meeting the needs of manufacturers of food and beverages, dietary supplements and pet food. Through the work of the global network of food scientists and technologists in DuPont, the Danisco range is supported by a uniquely broad spectrum of know-how across applications and processing. http://www.danisco.com.
About DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences
DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences applies expert science to advance market-driven, healthy and sustainable solutions for the food, beverage, dietary supplement and pharmaceutical industries. We also use cutting-edge biotechnology across a range of markets to advance bio-based solutions to meet the needs of a growing population, while protecting our environment for future generations. We are innovative solvers who help our customers turn challenges into high-value business opportunities. For more information: http;//http://www.dupontnutritionandbiosciences.comor http://www.biosciences.dupont.com.
About DuPont
DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials, ingredients and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets including electronics, transportation, construction, water, health and wellness, food and worker safety. More information can be found at http://www.dupont.com.
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Mars Petcare and the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), with support from a broad consortium of partners, today released a report that offers a roadmap for advancing research and best practices that address how human-animal interaction can serve as an important solution to the growing epidemic of loneliness and social isolation.
"There is increasing evidence that pets can play an important role in helping people feel less lonely and more socially connected," said Steven Feldman, Executive Director, HABRI. "Together with the leadership of Mars Petcare and a group of other experts and stakeholders, HABRI will work to address the crisis of loneliness in our society with the power of the human-animal bond."
Loneliness currently affects three in five Americans and 9 million people in the United Kingdom. Loneliness can be as deadly as smoking 15 cigarettes per day, making it a serious threat to public health. Mars Petcare and HABRI surveyed 2,000 people in the United States, finding that 85 percent of respondents believe interaction with companion animals can help reduce loneliness.
"We have a responsibility to take the scientific exploration further when evidence to date shows us that pets can be part of addressing such a significant societal issue," commented Rena Crumplen, Global Vice President of Research and Development, Mars Petcare. "It's important that we undertake rigorous studies to understand how companion animals may provide a benefit for those suffering from conditions associated with social isolation and loneliness."
The new report, Addressing the Social Isolation and Loneliness Epidemic with the Power of Companion Animals, brings forward the recommendations from the Summit on Social Isolation and Companion Animals, along with the continued work of a broad consortium of human health advocates, mental health practitioners, veterinarians and human-animal interaction researchers. The report outlines the following three-pronged approach to facilitate the role of HAI and pet ownership in addressing social isolation and loneliness:
1. Advance High-Quality Research: Advance human-animal interaction (HAI) research to glean a better understanding for whom and under what circumstances interactions with companion animals may be effective for alleviating social isolation and loneliness.
2. Help Address Barriers and Provide Solutions: Identify ways to remove barriers to access for pet ownership and human-animal interaction for those who may face hurdles and stand to benefit most – including older adults and people with mental health challenges.
3. Share and Support the Proliferation of Best Practices: Support and help advance best practices in HAI and for companion animal ownership that help prevent, reduce and mitigate social isolation and loneliness. Ensure animal-assisted interventions in approved settings – including hospitals, nursing homes and within our communities – are grounded in science, meet high standards of animal welfare, and have the broadest societal impact.
Organizations that have contributed to the report, through participation in the Summit and the ongoing consortium working groups, include: 

Alliance for Aging Research

American Pet Products Association

Animal Policy Group

Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges

Association of Child Life Professionals

Anxiety and Depression Association of America

American Veterinary Medical Association

Baltimore VA Medical Center

Banfield Pet Hospital

California State Polytechnic University

Canine Companions for Independence

Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, Chicago Headquarters

Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health & Human Development

Florida State University

Found Animals Foundation

The Gerontological Society of America

Guide Dogs for the Blind

Humane Rescue Alliance

International Council on Active Aging

Mental Health America

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine

National Association for Home Care & Hospice

National Council on Aging

North American Veterinary Community

Petco Foundation

Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council

Pet Partners

Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine

Sick Cells

University of Maryland, Baltimore

University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine

University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, College of Veterinary Medicine

Village to Village Network

Virginia Commonwealth University

Whistle

Click here to access: Addressing the Social Isolation and Loneliness Epidemic with the Power of Companion Animals. To learn more about research into the benefits of pets on loneliness, please visit http://www.waltham.com and http://www.habri.org. To learn more about the benefits of pets and how you can take action in your community so that more people and pets can live healthy lives together, visit http://www.bettercitiesforpets.com.
About the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) 
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) is a not-for-profit organization that maintains the world's largest online library of human-animal bond research and information; funds innovative research projects to scientifically document the health benefits of companion animals; and informs the public about human-animal bond research and the beneficial role of companion animals in society. For more information about HABRI, please visit http://www.habri.org.
About Mars Petcare 
Part of Mars, Incorporated, a family-owned business with more than a century of history making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets people love, the 85,000 Associates in Mars Petcare are dedicated to one purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. With 75 years of experience, our portfolio of almost 50 brands serves the health and nutrition needs of the world's pets – including brands PEDIGREE, WHISKAS, ROYAL CANIN, NUTRO, GREENIES, SHEBA, CESAR, IAMS and EUKANUBA as well as The WALTHAM Petcare Science Institute which has advanced research in the nutrition and health of pets for over 50 years. Mars Petcare is also a leading veterinary health provider through a network of over 2,000 pet hospitals including BANFIELD, BLUEPEARL, PET PARTNERS, VCA, Linnaeus and AniCura. We're also active in innovation and technology for pets, with WISDOM PANEL genetic health screening and DNA testing for dogs, the WHISTLE GPS dog tracker, and LEAP VENTURE STUDIO accelerator and COMPANION FUND programs that drive innovation and disruption in the pet care industry. As a family business and guided by our principles, we are privileged with the flexibility to fight for what we believe in – and we choose to fight for: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.
i. Cigna Ipsos USA loneliness survey. January 2020. Available here: https://www.cigna.com/newsroom/news-releases/2020/cigna-takes-action-to-combat-the-rise-of-loneliness-and-improve-mental-wellness-in-america
ii. British Red Cross and Co-op Trapped in a bubble: An Investigation into Triggers for Loneliness in the UK. Conducted by Kantar Public. December 2016. Available here: https://www.redcross.org.uk/about-us/what-we-do/action-on-loneliness
iii. Testimony before the US Senate Aging Committee, Julianne Holt-Lunstad, Ph.D., 2017;https://www.aging.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/SCA_Holt_04_27_17.pdf.
iv. HABRI and Mars Petcare Loneliness and Social Isolation Study. Conducted by Edelman Intelligence. December 2018.




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Innovative Orlando Community and Industry Leader to Enhance Region's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem with Extraordinary New Opportunity for Start-Ups

ORLANDO, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
Lake Nona, the award-winning, master-planned community in Orlando, Florida – one of America's fastest-growing regions – announced today a partnership with leAD Sports, the premier sports venture ecosystem inspired by Adi Dassler, to create a new, cutting-edge accelerator designed to bolster technology start-up companies in Central Florida. This partnership marks the first time the Berlin-based leAD Sports will host an accelerator in the United States.
Known as the leAD Lake Nona Sports & Health Tech Accelerator, the accelerator will focus on "future of living" solutions covering three verticals: sports and health tech, smart cities, and the future of nutrition. The accelerator will allow a group of carefully-selected start-ups to take advantage of Lake Nona's exclusive Verizon 5G broadband capacity enabling participants to test innovative solutions and support their 5G-powered businesses.
"We're extremely excited to welcome leAD as a partner and create this one-of-kind environment that supports and enables innovators," said Juan Santos, Senior Vice President of Innovation at Tavistock, the Lake Nona developer. "Lake Nona has always been a place where ideas are imagined and tested. This new facility for tech start-ups featuring 5G technology within our existing wellbeing community creates a perfect ecosystem for the next great breakthrough that will transform how we live."
Designed to attract the most promising early-stage tech start-ups from around the world, the leAD Lake Nona Sports & Health Tech Accelerator will drive growth for entrepreneurs through smart investment and expert mentorship in a complete environment that will allow participants to conceive, test, and implement their ideas during a six-month program.
Start-ups or entrepreneurs interested in joining the accelerator can click here for more information about the program. Applications are being accepted now by clicking here through April 30, 2020 and the program is scheduled to begin this summer. Each participant accepted to the program will receive a $75,000 pre-seed investment with 8% equity backed by the unique combination of leAD's vast experience in seed investing and start-up programs, Tavistock's investment legacy, and Lake Nona's smart city landscape.
"Pioneers in using technology to create and promote a healthy lifestyle – obviously with sports playing a crucial role – Lake Nona couldn't be a more perfect partner for our program expansion in the U.S.," said Christoph Sonnen, Co-Founder and CEO at leAD, Partner at ADvantage Sports Tech Fund. "For us, it's all about looking at the athlete – amateur, professional – on and off the court, with smart, forward-thinking solutions. We're extremely excited to work together to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs that will shape how we live in the future."
Entry to the accelerator will provide selected startups with accommodations, mentoring sessions, networking opportunities, and several investor pitch days. The accelerator will feature an onsite network of experts and mentors, exposure to strategic partners, counsel from venture capitalists and professional investors, and support in key areas including legal, intellectual property, and accounting to ensure entrepreneurs can successfully bring their ideas to market.
The leAD Lake Nona accelerator will be located within the new 16,000-square-foot Pixon MS2 innovation space that is currently under construction on the ground floor of the Pixon Apartment building. The Pixon MS2 space will provide a variety of different programs and resources to support tech start-ups in addition to being home of the leAD Lake Nona accelerator.
The new accelerator program is the latest example of Lake Nona's commitment to cultivate innovation. As a wellness community home to Medical City, the U.S. Tennis Association National Campus, and Johnson & Johnson Human Performance Institute, Lake Nona's established health and sports background provides an ideal setting for the accelerator to help entrepreneurs test their ideas in a real-life environment. Following the six-month program, burgeoning companies can stay local to take advantage of Lake Nona's living lab and all of Central Florida's entrepreneurial resources designed to support their growing businesses.
For more information, visit http://www.leadsports.com/lake-nona-accelerator. For a link to the media kit with logos and images, click here.
About Lake Nona 
Located in Orlando, Fla., Lake Nona is one of the fastest-growing master-planned communities in America developed by Tavistock Development Company. Known for thoughtfully designed neighborhoods, top-rated education facilities, business and research clusters, retail and entertainment centers, and diverse workspaces, Lake Nona encompasses the best Central Florida has to offer. Lake Nona sets the foundation for a collaborative relationship between the people who live, work, and visit there by prioritizing forward-thinking technology, strategic partnerships, education, and wellbeing. For more information, visit http://www.lakenona.com        
About leAD 
leAD, the premier sports venture ecosystem, is inspired by Adi Dassler, the founding father of the modern sports industry. leAD works with the most promising early-stage sports tech startups from around the world, aiming to propel their growth through smart investment, premier network access, and expert mentorship. leAD consists of leAD Sports accelerators, targeting pre-seed startups, the leAD Business Builder, focused on the gap between seed and growth, and the Series A ADvantage Sports Tech Fund.
The leAD Sports accelerator programs invest in visionary ventures around trendsetting sports technology, media, entertainment, management, and lifestyle. This next-generation accelerator model with tightly aligned support for entrepreneurs and a linked business builder and fund creates an unprecedented ecosystem for sports technology value-creation. For more information, visit http://www.leadsports.com.




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The U.S. Healthcare industry is finding it cannot rely on traditional methods to solve its most daunting challenges. With pressure mounting from every corner, healthcare providers are making investments in nontraditional business models and smart technologies to accelerate their transition into the consumer-driven healthcare marketplace.

LAFAYETTE, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2020
The need for transformation in healthcare has been well documented. Healthcare providers face a litany of challenges in the pursuit of their missions and sustainable financial performance. Challenges include cost increases well above inflation, lower government reimbursements, greater regulatory scrutiny (and costs), labor uncertainties and more. These challenges are made more acute by a relatively new phenomenon, an increasingly demanding healthcare consumer.
Consumers (patients) have seen their personal costs for healthcare soar. Household out-of-pocket for premiums reached an average of $20,000 in 2019 for the first time. Add to these deductibles, co-pays and actual costs for care and it's easy to see why these costs have dampened consumer demand to the detriment of their health and community's well-being. Those who do seek care are eschewing the traditional primary care delivery model, opening a door for innovative new entrants capable of operating more efficient, convenient and affordable healthcare delivery businesses models.
These trying conditions for providers and patients have served to underscore the importance of a patient-first approach to care delivery. Importantly, this approach has been expanded to include much more than the provider's clinical care, where patient-first is expected. The concept now extends to every other dimension of the patient care experience including the administrative and financial, areas where patients' experiences have historically been anything but patient-first.
Earlier this year, McKinsey & Company partner and global healthcare practice leader Shubham Singhaipublished "Seven Healthcare Industry Trends to Watch in 2020." The analysis affirms several key strategic industry advancements we have addressed in recent months, most particularly the need for business model transformation and smarter healthcare ecosystems, aka technology. The significance of these trends is borne out by other industry analyses including our own and is supported by early 2020 financial performance from some of the largest healthcare providers.
Throughout the analysis, the growing influence of consumers on provider policy and performance is dominant. Under one trend - healthcare ecosystems - Mr. Singhai points out that "ownership of the consumer relationship" has become a key determinant in any healthcare provider's ability to add or derive value, and that ownership of those relationships has the potential to shift (as much as 40% according to our recent analysis) - an important if not existential factor in any provider strategy for the early part of this new decade.
McKinsey's Seven Trends to Watch in 2020 are as follows:
1. Business Model Transformation - "New business models that create significant healthcare value (that is, substantially better cost, quality and outcomes)."
2. Healthcare ecosystems - Market and regulatory pressure on profits is forcing providers to "invest billions of R&D dollars into their platforms to create services easily usable across a range of customers and for a range of applications that accelerate innovation." In the area of patient financial engagement, our own technology - Loyale Patient Financial Manager - is one example. The potential for added value in the form of consumer engagement and scalable operating efficiency is also attracting billions in investor dollars.
3. Healthcare Reform - The McKinsey analysis acknowledges the likely prominence of healthcare in the upcoming presidential election, especially in light of the observation that "affordability issues felt directly by consumers through cost sharing raise the chances for real change." We explored the market, regulatory and legislative pressures on consumer finances and patient friendly solutions in a recent article.
4. Programmatic M&A and an agile operating model - Essentially, programmatic M&A is a strategy of pursuing multiple, smaller acquisitions focused on the execution of specific operating strategies, rather than on one or two large "bet the company" kinds of deals. This strategy helps support organizational nimbleness, as "Speed of execution" becomes a major source of advantage to a provider's competitiveness.
5. Recession and resilience - Whether the inevitable economic recession occurs in 2020 or later, healthcare providers should plan now to "emerge differentially stronger from it than one's peers." By securing balance sheets, improving operating costs (particularly through automation and analytics) and investments in growth during the downturn (when competitors have gone into bunker mode).
6. Social influencers of health - Consistent with the industry's long stated objective of the Triple Aim (Improved patient experience - Improved population health - Reduced costs), the industry will broaden its focus to include "social, non-medical factors - including socioeconomic factors, neighborhoods, employment, and physical safety" to address the root causes of many of the U.S.'s most troublesome health issues.
7. Drug spending - The subject of political campaigns and public outrage, the cost of drugs will continue to drive innovation and "efforts to reshape the Pharmacy Benefit Management business model". This will become increasingly important as more targeted and costly drug therapies are discovered and prescribed.
Importantly, Mr. Singhal concludes his analysis by acknowledging the presence of both innovators and incumbents as we enter the new decade. Pointing out that "those that can achieve productivity gains will create competitive advantages through growth and margin." He goes on to say that "Stakeholders that can remain alert for innovations and leaps in best practices will have the potential for greater impact and improvement," warning that "those that stick with a plan propped up by traditional approaches may not find enough ability to flourish in this new era."
We're summarizing this 2020 trend analysis because, like McKinsey and others, we believe that a focus on "technology-enabled consumerism" will be essential for health systems and hospitals to remain competitive. Our own experiences have confirmed it in one of healthcare's most chronically underperforming functions - patient financial management. Working with industry innovators like Parallon and HCA Healthcare, we're improving patient experiences and operating performance with scalable technology to ensure better patient experiences in every setting on every occasion.
Finding the Proof in the Pudding
Since this trend analysis was published, Oakland, CA - based Kaiser Permanente reported 2019 financial results and Boston area Partners Healthcare (soon to be Mass General Brigham) released its 1st quarter 2020 operating results. Each of these large health systems offers some telling insights into the trends identified above.
Kaiser's 2019 Annual Results were strong, reflecting what Kaiser CEO and chairman Greg Adams described as "solid operating performance and strong investment returns". With respect to operating performance, Kaiser's executive VP and CFO Kathy Lancaster is noted saying, "Our financial results allow us to make capital investments, deploy new technologies and drive affordability for our members." The Kaiser report comments specifically on topics such as "improving community health" and "consumer-focused digital" as well as the company's aggressive expansion strategy.
Moving into 2020, Partners Healthcare recently released its First Quarter 2020 Financial Results. In the report's C-Suite Perspective, Partner Healthcare's CFO Peter K. Markell is quoted stating, "We continue to execute well on resource management and revenue optimization efforts while making investments in new digital health tools and more convenient outpatient locations in order to improve the patient experience." Partners Healthcare's new system-wide strategy (included in the financial report) focuses on 5 strategic themes that emphasize patients, communities, value and technological innovation.
Based on their recent performance, both Kaiser Permanente and Partners Healthcare are demonstrating in real time how appropriate and important the trends outlined in the McKinsey analysis suggests. Facing stiff headwinds like higher costs for everything from equipment to labor, reduced compensation and more, these systems are making smart investments to improve access and uncover efficiencies. Both have included innovation as a core operating principle.
Admittedly, it's very early in the new decade but so far it seems the proof of these trends is in the pudding.
Kevin Fleming is the CEO of Loyale Healthcare
About Loyale
Loyale Patient Financial Manager is a comprehensive patient financial engagement technology platform leveraging a suite of configurable solution components including predictive analytics, intelligent workflows, multiple patient financing vehicles, communications, payments, digital front doors and other key capabilities.
Loyale Healthcare is committed to a mission of turning patient responsibility into lasting loyalty for its healthcare provider customers. Based in Lafayette, California, Loyale and its leadership team bring 27 years of expertise delivering leading financial engagement solutions for complex business environments. Loyale currently serves approximately 12,000 healthcare providers across 48 states. Loyale is proud to be an enterprise-level strategic partner with Parallon, including deployment of Loyale's industry leading technology to all HCA hospitals and Physician Groups.

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The dietary supplement industry now has a state-of-the-art solution for ensuring supply chain transparency and reassuring consumers that what's listed on an ingredient panel is actually in their product. As a developer of patented and trademarked ingredients, Nutrition21 has introduced this solution with the adoption of CertainT, which is designed to protect the intellectual property (IP) of ingredient suppliers and brand owners of consumer products.
CertainT is a technology developed by Applied DNA Sciences (Applied DNA) (NASDAQ: APDN). Nutrition21 is not only using CertainT in its own ingredients, but as an added benefit to the industry, Nutrition21 has entered into an exclusive agreement with Applied DNA to represent the CertainT platform for functional ingredient suppliers and dietary supplement brand-owners as well.
CertainT is an authenticity and traceability platform with three technology pillars (Tag, Test, Track) which allows ingredients and products to be tagged with a unique molecular identifier. This identifier can then be tested for its presence as it travels throughout a global supply chain. The CertainT marker used by Nutrition21 is GRAS and can be easily added to ingredients. "The functional ingredient market follows our work in pharmaceuticals, where we believe transparency and trust are key tenets to drive consumer confidence. The CertainT platform provides Nutrition21 proof positive of their ingredients all the way through to their customers' finished products and on to retail shelves and online stores. CertainT supports Nutrition21's investment in brand and IP protection for its ingredients and its customers' final products," said Dr. James Hayward, president and CEO, Applied DNA.
Nitrosigine is the first Nutrition21 product to utilize the CertainT technology. Nitrosigine can only be formulated into end products by contract manufacturers and brand owners that are exclusively licensed by Nutrition21. With these licensed sales channels in place, Nutrition21 has full transparency over who is purchasing Nitrosigine. Nutrition21 will implement a comprehensive testing program that utilizes this proprietary technology to ensure that products containing Nitrosigine are delivering the promised dose to protect consumers and brand owners.
"Our team conducted a lengthy search and vetted a number of different solutions as we worked to upgrade our IP protection program. We believe the CertainT technology is a game-changer and are excited to use it in our product portfolio. It's another step in maintaining an honest supply chain, protecting valuable IP and assuring consumers they are getting what they pay for" said Joe Weiss, President of Nutrition21.
"Nutrition21 identified a gap in supply chain transparency and sought out a solution" said Bill Levi, VP of Operations at Nutrition21. "While offering a novel technology between 'competitors' is not typical, we felt this was essential in affirming our goal of protecting the industry as a whole. We are offering CertainT to every ingredient manufacturer in the industry so they can also pledge to protect and maintain a safer ingredient supply chain. The addition of CertainT to the dietary supplement industry is especially important to branded ingredient manufacturers with valuable IP to protect."
For more information on utilizing CertainT in dietary supplements and ingredients, contact certainT@nutrition21.com
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About Nutrition21 
Nutrition21 is a trusted developer and supplier of novel and clinically substantiated branded ingredients for the nutritional supplement industry. With a diverse portfolio of patented health and wellness ingredients, Nutrition21 provides ingredient solutions to some of the most successful dietary supplement brands in the marketplace today.
Nutrition 21 currently holds over 100 domestic and international issued and pending patents for products with highly marketable claims including: Nitrosigine, Velositol, Chromax, nooLVL, and Lepidamax. 
Innovative Ingredients. Real Results. For more information, please visit: http://www.nutrition21.com.
About Applied DNA Sciences 
Applied DNA is a provider of molecular technologies that enable supply chain security, anti-counterfeiting and anti-theft technology, product genotyping and pre-clinical nucleic acid-based therapeutic drug candidates.
Applied DNA makes life real and safe by providing innovative, molecular-based technology solutions and services that can help protect products, brands, entire supply chains, and intellectual property of companies, governments and consumers from theft, counterfeiting, fraud and diversion. Visit adnas.com for more information. Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. Join our mailing list. Common stock listed on NASDAQ under the symbol APDN.

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"We believe the CertainT technology is a game-changer and are excited to use it in our product portfolio. It's another step in maintaining an honest supply chain, protecting valuable IP and assuring consumers they are getting what they pay for"



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HealthCare.com, a leader in technology-enabled health insurance solutions, today announced that its insurtech business, operating under the name Pivot Health, has crossed an important business milestone, reaching over 10,000 independent brokers under active contract to sell its proprietary health insurance plans through its enrollment platform. Launched in 2016, Pivot Health grew its contracted agent pool more than 106% between 2017 and 2018, and by 50% between 2018 and 2019, breaking landmark outcomes.
"Helping brokers serve customers better, and be more efficient, is a central mission of ours," said Jeff Smedsrud, Co-Founder of HealthCare.com and CEO of Pivot Health. "We believe customers deserve the opportunity to shop for health insurance through an omnichannel experience. They can run free quotes on our website, chat with someone if they have questions or work with an independent licensed insurance agent who markets Pivot Health products. The main theme is - the customer decides how best they will be served."
HealthCare.com plans to expand its portfolio of proprietary products and insurance plans in 2020, rolling out new short-term health insurance plansand Medicare supplement plans.
"This year we will help over 2 million Americans make better health insurance choices through our website and we will connect them with helpful licensed insurance advisors. It's a win-win for both customers and brokers seeking alternative health insurance solutions," said Smedsrud.
In October 2019 HealthCare.com announced an $18 million Series B funding round to expand its health insurance solutions.
About HealthCare.com 
HealthCare.com is an online health insurance company providing a data-driven shopping platform that helps American consumers enroll in individual health insurance and Medicare plans. HealthCare.com also develops and markets a portfolio of proprietary, direct-to-consumer health insurance and supplemental insurance products under the name Pivot Health. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in New York City and is backed by PeopleFund and individual investors including current and former executives of Booking.com and Priceline. HealthCare.com is a 4-time honoree of the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing companies. For more info, visit http://www.healthcare.com.


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TMQuotes, a revolutionary cloud-based solution marketplace for insurance agents, has a new release with next generation API integration functionality which enables agents to take more involved ownership over their personal marketplace.
Launched by VisitorsCoverage Inc. in 2017, TMQuotes was the first white label software-as-a-service (SaaS) to give insurance agents and brokers the tools to sell all major international travel medical and trip insurance products online, under their own brand. With more autonomy, agents are empowered to grow their online presence and increase revenue, regardless of technological skill.
From chatbot flow to custom forms and beyond, the TMQuotes REST API Platform, released on February 10, 2020, allows agents to seamlessly integrate with the platform to get up-to-date lists of travel insurance plans and quotes to support a myriad of unique customer journeys. The easy-to-use integration can also accommodate a higher level of customization and encourages agents to take control of their marketplace to better serve their clientele.
"We are excited to give agents and brokers greater ease of use and flexibility within their personal marketplace, while increasing functionality and efficiency" said Rajeev Shrivastava, CEO and Founder of VisitorsCoverage Inc. "The API toolkit is just one of the many ways TMQuotes is constantly working to improve and simplify the agent experience."
About VisitorsCoverage Inc. — VisitorsCoverage Inc. is a Silicon Valley-based insurtech company headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif. which provides travel insurance for millions of global travelers in over 175 countries. Founded in 2006 by insurtech pioneer and industry expert Rajeev Shrivastava, VisitorsCoverage is constantly evolving by creating innovative, market-demand products and by continually updating an extensive online knowledgebase for their global clientele. For more information visit http://www.visitorscoverage.com or call 650-735-3640 ext.131.


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Last week, the D.C. Court of Appeals overturned the Secretary of Health and Human Services approval of Arkansas's Section 1115 Medicaid waiver, which imposed harmful restrictions, such as work requirements, on certain Medicaid beneficiaries in the state. In the three-judge panel, all judges agreed that the waiver did not meet the objectives of Medicaid, which is to further medical coverage. The opinion stated that: "Arkansas Works was arbitrary and capricious" and affirmed the District Court's ruling on Arkansas's 1115 waiver demonstration. This will make using Section 1115 waivers to restrict access to Medicaid much more difficult to survive any legal challenge.
Read the opinion on Gresham v. Azar.
The case was originally consolidated with Stewart v. Azar, which challenged approval of a similar waiver project in Kentucky. The Court dismissed that case as moot after the newly elected Governor terminated the project to protect the health and welfare of Kentuckians.
The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys(NAELA) signed onto an amicus brief along with AARP, Justice in Aging, and Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF) in Stewart, et al. v. Azar (the Kentucky Medicaid waiver case). The amicus argues that federal officials have granted the state of Kentucky a broad waiver of certain long-standing Medicaid protections and that this waiver does not assist in promoting the objectives of the Kentucky Medicaid program.
"Medicaid is a lifeline for many people with disabilities and older adults. The DC Court of Appeals decision helps protect those populations from any future waiver proposals that seeks to restrict access and limit eligibility to the program," said NAELA President Jennifer L. VanderVeen, CELA, CAP, NAELA Fellow.
Learn more about NAELA Advocacy.
About NAELA 
Members of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) are attorneys who are experienced and trained in working with the legal problems of aging Americans and individuals of all ages with disabilities. Upon joining, NAELA member attorneys agree to adhere to the NAELA Aspirational Standards. Established in 1987, NAELA is a non-profit association that assists lawyers, bar organizations, and others.
The mission of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys is to educate, inspire, serve, and provide community to attorneys with practices in elder and special needs law. NAELA currently has members across the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit NAELA.org, or to locate a NAELA member attorney in your area, visit NAELA.org/findlawyer.

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Medicaid is a lifeline for many people with disabilities and older adults. The DC Court of Appeals decision helps protect those populations from any future waiver proposals that seeks to restrict access and limit eligibility to the program.




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CSG Government Solutions, a national leader in government program modernization, has been selected to perform Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) services for the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services' (EOHHS) Health Insurance Exchange and Integrated Eligibility System (HIX/IES) project.
EOHHS, along with the Commonwealth Health Insurance Connector Authority (the "Health Connector"), provides services and support that improve the health and well-being of the people of Massachusetts. The HIX/IES creates a one-stop health insurance marketplace for individuals and families to enroll in affordable health coverage.
CSG is providing IV&V for project planning, program management, procurements, user acceptance testing, federal compliance, and other aspects of the project.
"CSG has provided IV&V and federal compliance support for HIX and IES implementations in several states," says Robin Dufresne, Director of CSG's Healthcare and Human Services Practice, "We apply our experience to help assure the HIX/IES is implemented to best serve the people of the Commonwealth."
CSG Government Solutions deploys highly experienced teams and innovative methods, knowledge, and tools to help governments modernize complex programs. CSG clients include 44 state governments, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the U.S. Department of Labor, and large municipal governments.
Contact: 
Robin Dufresne 
Director, Healthcare and Human Services Practice 
CSG Government Solutions 
180 N. Stetson Ave 
Suite 3200 
Chicago, IL 60601 
Office: 312.444.2760 Fax: 312.938.2191 
rdufresne@csgdelivers.com
About CSG Government Solutions: 
CSG Government Solutions is a leading government operations consulting firm focused on helping states modernize critical programs. Our highly experienced teams and industry-leading Centers of Excellence help governments leverage innovative technology and processes to meet the challenges of administering complex programs. Founded in 1997, CSG has established itself as a trusted adviser to government agencies across the U.S. For more information, visit http://www.csgdelivers.com and connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter. 

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"CSG has provided IV&V and federal compliance support for HIX and IES implementations in several states," says Robin Dufresne, Director of CSG's Healthcare and Human Services Practice, "We apply our experience to help assure the HIX/IES is implemented to best serve the people of the Commonwealth."



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PAINWeekEnd on March 21 and 22 at the Hilton Scottsdale Resort, 6333 North Scottsdale Road, in Arizona, will be a timely and relevant 2-day program providing busy clinicians and allied healthcare practitioners with 12.0 hours of relevant, practical instruction in the management of chronic pain.
In 2020, paper prescriptions for certain painkillers have been banned in Arizona. For schedule II controlled opioids, healthcare professionals are required to submit prescriptions electronically to pharmacists, to crack down on forged prescriptions. This requirement is part of the Arizona Opioid Epidemic Act signed into law by Governor Doug Ducey in 2018.
At PAINWeekEnd Scottsdale, senior faculty member Jen Bolen will be among the presenters. Her presentations are called: Drugs, Documentation, and DEA: Improving your Charting of Prescribing Rationale in 2020 and Beyond and Through the Lens of Experts: Meaningful Risk Mitigation and Patient Education. Attorney Bolen commented, "The DEA and licensing boards continue to aggressively pursue cases against healthcare providers for inappropriate opioid prescribing. Bad outcomes in these cases are typically the result of overly generalized risk mitigation processes and poor documentation. While you may not be able to stop an investigation or lawsuit, my new PAINWeekEnd 2020 talks on risk mitigation and documentation are designed to help you demonstrate meaningful risk mitigation processes and document individualized patient care plans. The time you invest in yourself and your practice skills will be well spent, and will help preserve patient access to quality pain care! See you soon!"
Other courses include Pain Pathways Made Simple; Nonopioid Analgesics, Adjuvants, and Antidepressants; Interventional Pain Management: Opioid-Sparing Technologies; Clinical Pearls: Unraveling the Secrets of Imaging Studies; Rational Polypharmacy; Spinal Stenosis: Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, and Treatment; After the Goldrush: Testing Medical Cannabis and CBD in Chronic Pain Patients; What's All the "GABA" About? Pregabalin and Gabapentin Abuse; and Everybody's Greasing Up, But Should You Rub It In? A Review of Topical Analgesics and Available Evidence in Clinical Trials.
Commercially supported activities—addressing a range of product, disease state, and medical information topics—will also be presented.
For more information about this or other regional conferences, and to register for $199, go to the PAINWeekEnd website. BONUS: PAINWeekEnd registrants may register for the 2020 PAINWeek National Conference, September 8-12, in Las Vegas, for $200 off the regular online published price.
Global Education Group:
Global Education Group focuses on producing partnership-based CME for healthcare practitioners. The Global team works with a select group of medical education companies, associations, academic institutions and healthcare facilities to develop and accredit live healthcare conferences and workshops as well as online activities. With each partnership or joint providership, Global brings accreditation expertise, project management excellence and grant funding intelligence. Based in Littleton, Colo., Global has accreditation with commendation from the ACCME. Global also holds accreditations to offer continuing education for nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, dietitians, dentists and psychologists. Global is a division of Ultimate Medical Academy. 

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NJ Top Docs practice, The Rubino OB/GYN Group hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new location at 27 Mountain Blvd. in Warren, NJ on Thursday, January 16 at 12PM. The Rubino OB/GYN Group founder, Dr. Robert Rubino, was joined by practice staff and local elected officials for the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Members of the public and media were also in attendance.
The office space at 27 Mountain Boulevard, Suite 6 in Warren marks The Rubino OB/GYN Group's sixth space in New Jersey, joining offices in Bayonne, Clark, Madison, Summit and West Orange. The Warren office is home to new doctors including reviewed and approved NJ Top Doc, Dr. Rhonda Sanderson who began seeing patients in Warren this month. Other physicians in the group will see patients in Warren in the near future.
"This is an exciting time for our Warren, NJ practice," explains Dr. Rubino. "We have moved into a wonderful, new office location where Dr. Sanderson can continue to provide experienced, expert care to women and mothers-to-be in the area. As ROG continues to grow, we are able to elevate our standards for women's health care for the benefit of our patients."
Dr. Sanderson joined The Rubino OB/GYN Group in summer 2019 and has an established presence in Warren. She has a particular interest in perimenopausal disorders, osteoporosis, sexual dysfunction, and abdominal pain. She will see patients on Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:30AM until 5PM and on Thursdays from 8:30AM until 6PM.
Dr. Sanderson completed her residency at Women and Infants' Hospital of Brown University and received a medical degree from Drexel Medical School. Dr. Sanderson is a member of the Union County Medical Society, the New Jersey Medical Society, and the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She has been listed as a "Best Doctors in New York" in New York Magazine and has been recognized as a Castle Connelly "Best Doctor" since 2004.
The Rubino OB/GYN Group offers sophisticated, non-invasive solutions to women's healthcare in a welcoming and patient-centered environment. Mammograms are available to all women, not just patients. To schedule an appointment with a doctor, please call The Rubino OB/GYN Group office at 973-736-1100 or visit https://rubinoobgyn.com/mammograph/.
To view our new video series, "Ask Your Doctors," which address mammograms and other healthcare topics, please follow us on Facebook at @TheRubinoOBGYNGroup or on YouTube at The Rubino OBGYN Group.
To learn more about the NJ Top Docs approved providers at The Rubino OB/GYN Group, please click here: https://njtopdocs.com/nj-doctors/rubinoobgyn/ 

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Patent-pending treatment combines aesthetic and therapeutic agents to correct, alter, and treat patients' skin for immediate results.

NEWPORT BEACH, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Vantis Institute Announces the Filing of a Provisional Patent with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for a New Treatment Procedure that Deposits a Combination of Aesthetic and Therapeutic Agents into the Skin.
Innovation often emerges from unlikely places, and Newport Beach start-up Vantis Institute is making their presence in the medical aesthetics industry known.
The $11.1 billion dollar US hair loss market was disrupted when Vantis launched its non-surgical hair-loss solution in September 2019, called Vantis Follicle Replication (VFR). Patient acceptance and preference for minimally-invasive and non-invasive cosmetic procedures are driving growth factors in medical aesthetics.
Clinical Director and Vantis Co-founder Jessica Oslo, an 11-year veteran of the plastic surgery industry, perfected a paramedical micro-pigmentation technique that aesthetically replicates biological hair follicles. This non-invasive procedure offers men and women immediate results for the appearance of a thicker, fuller head of hair without surgery or downtime.
Ms. Oslo previously developed another non-surgical technique known as the Voslo method, to conceal scars, recreate nipples and areolas, and visually erase stretch marks.
"We couldn't have experienced the success we had with our first patent application without the extraordinary help from our legal team at Rutan & Tucker," said Ms. Oslo. "We've grown at a tremendous pace when it comes to establishing our name in the medical aesthetics space, but it was all thanks to the supportive environment in Orange County (OC) for innovative entrepreneurs. Community leaders and companies in our space have laid the groundwork for our success."
"OC has long been recognized as a global leader in ophthalmology; Octane is now focused on replicating that success in medical aesthetics. The number of new companies with high-quality products and teams, such as Vantis Institute, is required to support the acceleration of this strategy," said Bill Carpou, CEO of Octane. "OC is the place to start and grow a medical aesthetics company with its proven sources of capital and expertise."
The aggressive pace Vantis has established isn't slowing down. The company expects to announce five new locations within the next fifteen months, and is launching a training academy to teach Vantis Follicle Replication as well as the Voslo method beginning in Spring 2020.
For more information, visit vantisinstitute.com or call 800-444-4247
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Vantis Institute, LLC.
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About Vantis Institute 
Based in Newport Beach, Vantis Institute developed a non-invasive solution to combat hair loss for men and women called Vantis Follicle Replication (VFR). Co-founded and led by Clinical Director Jessica Oslo, MA, and medically supervised by staff Medical Director Dr. S. Todd Newman, M.D., Vantis receives patients from all over the world for the treatment of hair loss. Vantis practitioners all have extensive medical backgrounds and are certified in Vantis Follicle Replication and Voslo to conceal scars caused by mastectomy, gynecomastia, FUE, and FUT surgeries, in addition to nipple and areola reconstruction.
Media Contact 
Ms. Anneliese Droetti 
Community Liaison 
949-523-2693 
anneliese@VantisInstitute.com




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Soma Games, The Redwall Abbey Company Ltd. and Penguin Random House UK, released Act I of "The Scout," the first episode in the ongoing character-focused game series "The Lost Legends of REDWALL," on Xbox One and PS4 in the summer of 2019. Following feedback from players about opportunities for enhancing game play, the developers have launched an updated version that players are calling, "a completely new game."
"The most important thing you can do is to listen to the fans and react," says Mark Soderwall of Soma Games, who brought his more than 43 game titles and 20 years experience earned at Lucas Arts, EA and Atari to Soma when they tapped him to help the team rework Act I plus lend his talents to the forthcoming Acts II and III of "The Scout". "You push the boundaries of what your team can do, you put it out there for the players, and the best developers take that feedback seriously. We're all working to make the best game but more importantly, in this case, to honor the legacy of the Redwall world. And I feel like what we've done with Act I and what we've got in the works for the next acts certainly does that."
Soderwall says updates, which automatically appear on a players platform if already purchased, include improvements to environmental visuals across the game, more depth and operation in the dialog system, on-screen objective markers, and a new interaction system for spatial positioning, facing sensitivity and clarity.
"It has been an honor to bring Brian's characters to life in a new setting," says John Bergquist of Soma Games, referencing the 22-novel REDWALL series, written by the late Brian Jacques, that has collectively sold more than 30 million copies worldwide since the original book was released in 1986, published by Penguin Random House. "We completely reworked game play as well as details, all the way down to the trees and underbrush, enhancing both visuals and performance and smoothed player control overall."
The Lost Legends of REDWALL" is a collaboration years in the making, combining the efforts of Soma Games with rights owners and controllers The Redwall Abbey Company Ltd. and Penguin Random House UK. 'The Scout' is currently available on X with the intention to offer the episodes on more gaming platforms together episodic soundtracks. "Together we all nurtured a product that we believe captures the heart of Brian Jacques' masterpiece," says Chris Skaggs, Game Director and Principal at Soma Games. "Between authentic musical scores, digitally sculpted art and an inspired fresh and new narrative, the final missing piece of the puzzle for Act I of "The Scout" has been revamped with the updated technical game play enhancement." Skaggs says the technical upgrades to the current re-launch will reverberate throughout the additional five episodes, with each one building upon the upgrades.
"It was a tricky decision on whether or not to go back to Act I and update it, or just continue forward with these updates in Act II and beyond, which are coming out very soon," says Bergquist. "But we realized that we have so much support and input from our earliest adopters — support we deeply appreciate — that upgrading Act I was the only honorable thing to do. We hope the players like what we've done."
About Soma Games: 
Oregon video game development company Soma Games has transformed a popular children's fantasy book series into playable adventures. Soma Games, located in Newberg. "The Lost Legends of REDWALL: The Scout" and "The Lost Legends of REDWALL: Escape the Gloomer" are the first two video episodes of the seven episodes Soma Games is set to develop with The Redwall Abbey Company and Penguin Random House UK. The games are family-friendly, so they can be played by people of all ages. For more information please visit https://legendsofredwall.com/
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Tipton Health Communications, a leading provider of nursing excellence, Magnet, Pathway to Excellence and PTAP consulting support welcomes Mary Del Guidice, MSN, BS, RN, CENP, as a senior nursing excellence consultant, serving hospital clients in a variety of capacities.
Mary joins Tipton's growing team of highly experienced and well-respected executive nurse consultants. She will focus on helping Tipton's clients to address unique structural and strategic challenges, including the following: 

Creating an environment where nursing teams can efficiently provide the best care possible

Building the most effective structure to support nursing excellence

Improving engagement and satisfaction

Building leadership competencies

Enculturating nurses into systems of excellence (Magnet and Pathway)

Educating nurses and team members

Developing Nursing Strategic Plans

Mary comes to Tipton after an impressive nursing career, leading teams to Magnet designations, improving nursing programs, and effectively bettering patient care at numerous hospitals including the University of Pennsylvania, Bon Secours Health System, Lehigh Valley Health Network and Hackensack University Medical Center. Her passion for guiding hospitals to reach their full potential led to her establishing and becoming CEO of her own firm, Del Guidice Consulting, where she continues to mentor and lead organizations.
"We're very excited to have Mary on our team," said Tipton Health CEO Dan Tipton. "Her expertise and insights are already benefiting our clients on their Magnet journeys as well as in their day-to-day efforts to provide efficient, high-quality care to their patients."
Mary is a Senior Fellow in the Center for Health Outcomes and Policy Research, University of Pennsylvania and is a member of the American Nurses Association, American Organization of Nursing Excellence and the New Jersey State Nurses Association.
About Tipton Health Communications
Tipton Health Communications is a leading provider of nursing excellence, Magnet, Pathway to Excellence and Practice Transition Accreditation Program consulting support to the nation's hospital and healthcare systems. In addition, Tipton Health supports clients nationwide with award-winning communications services, including employee communications, human resources communications, public relations, marketing communications, intranet and Internet design, graphic design, and strategic communications. For more information, please visit http://www.tiptonhealth.com.
Tipton Health Communications products and services are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the ANCC. ANCC Magnet Recognition, ANCC National Magnet Conference, Institute for Credentialing Innovation, Magnet, Magnet Recognition Program, The Magnet Prize and Pathway to Excellence Program are registered trademarks of the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Journey to Magnet Excellence and Pathway to Excellence in Long Term Care are trademarks of the American Nurses Credentialing Center.


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More than ever, consumers are looking for healthier choices in their everyday routines. A lot of times, the options are either healthy or convenient. RebelliouS Infusions offer perfect mixtures of both.
Focused on true convenience and delivering on important health benefits, RebelliouS Infusions are high-quality, certified organic, liquid beverage packs. RebelliouS Infusions are 100% plant-based, zero sugar, zero calorie, and loaded with antioxidants. They are available in a variety of exciting flavors. RebelliouS Infusions promote increased energy, focus, and hydration. Packaged in a convenient, portable pouch small enough to stick in one's pocket, RebelliouS Infusions can be poured into iced or hot water for maximum enjoyment. Shelf-stable and with an ample expiration date, RebelliouS Infusions pack more than 300mg of antioxidants, up to 50 times more than other ready-to-drink teas—all with zero sugars and zero calories.
"RebelliouS Infusions are 100% plant-based, ZERO sugar, ZERO calories, loaded with antioxidants and ready to drink when you need it," says Doug DuMars, CEO of Rebellious Beverage Company. "It's important for us to have an easy-to-go format, so people can enjoy the health benefits no matter how busy their lives get. We're proud to be working with AsSeenOnTV.pro and expanding our audience even further, so more people can live rebelliously."
"RebelliouS Infusions are disrupting the beverage industry in the best way possible," says Lisa Vrancken, Executive Vice President of Business Development at AsSeenOnTV.pro. "They're the perfect plant-based beverage for anybody on-the-go."
As part of its DRTV campaign with AsSeenOnTV.pro, RebelliouS Infusions will be appearing in 30 second spots set to air nationwide and feature the original Shark himself, Kevin Harrington.
AsSeenOnTV.pro is comprised of an award-winning team of producers, writers, videographers, and editors as well as industry veterans dedicated to finding the latest, most innovative products and ideas, and putting them on the DRTV map.
Follow your own path. Be independent. Drink RebelliouS!
About AsSeenOnTV.pro 
Headquartered in South Florida, AsSeenOnTV.pro is a full-service production, branding, and marketing company that specializes in direct response television, short- and long-form commercials, and brand building. Based out of a 25,000+ sq ft, state-of-the-art studio, the company's creative team handles every aspect of production from script to screen to airing. For nearly two decades, AsSeenOnTV.pro's veteran staff of writers, producers, videographers, and editors has amassed more than 50 Telly Awards, thousands of prestigious clients, and over $20 million in television placements.
About Kevin Harrington 
As the inventor of the infomercial, founder of As Seen on TV, and one of the original Sharks on Shark Tank, Kevin Harrington has worked with some of the world's biggest celebrities and launched some of the best-selling DRTV campaigns in history. Since producing his first 30-minute infomercial in 1984, Harrington has been involved in over 500 product launches that have resulted in over $4 billion in sales. Now, in his latest venture with AsSeenOnTV.pro, Harrington is on the hunt for the best new products and ideas, bringing them to homes everywhere through personalized DRTV campaigns featuring the Shark.
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Isagenix International, a global health and wellness company providing nutrition and lifestyle solutions, has announced its third and final round of Canada finalists for its annual total-body transformation program, the IsaBody Challenge. This Judging Period's finalists are John Birr of Markdale, Ontario; Taiya Farrell of Winnipeg, Manitoba; Véronique Collin of Orleans, Ontario; and James Pearce of Calgary, Alberta.
These four individuals were selected from thousands of people across Canada who completed the IsaBody Challenge during the most recent Judging Period. Each finalist has won CA$3,000 and the chance to compete with seven other finalists for the grand prize of CA$10,000. Finalists will also receive a CA$200 product coupon, a photo shoot, an all-expenses-paid trip to the IsaBody Escape for themselves and a guest, and other prizes to recognize their achievements.
"We're proud to recognize these finalists' commitment to transforming their minds and bodies so they can live healthier lives," said Travis Ogden, chief executive officer of Isagenix. "They're setting a fantastic example for others as they pair our outstanding nutrition solutions with a positive mindset and discipline. We congratulate them as they continue on this path to enhanced wellness."
Isagenix will announce the grand prize winner Feb. 29 at its Canada Celebration 2020 event in Montreal, Quebec. All 11 finalists will have the opportunity to walk the stage in front of thousands of event attendees. The IsaBody Challenge and Canada Celebration are both hosted by Isagenix.
Meet the Finalists 
John Birr, Ontario 
Age: 49 
Total Challenges Completed: 14 
Total Weight Loss Over Completed Challenges: 32 pounds* 
Before starting his IsaBody journey, John thought having a beer belly and feeling tired was just a part of getting older, but that all changed with this Challenge. While John had been a dedicated product user and gym goer through his first three Challenges, losing his best friend to a massive heart attack at the age of 42 caused John's journey to take a turn as he struggled to get through the loss. He eventually found his way back to his health and fitness journey and created a healthier lifestyle. Now a fit grandfather, John truly believes he deserves to feel this good every single day.
Taiya Farrell, Manitoba 
Age: 38 
Total Challenges Completed: 5 
Total Weight Loss Over Completed Challenges: 130 pounds* 
When Taiya was 9 years old, her sister was diagnosed with an illness that completely changed her family's life. Taiya began overeating and gaining weight to win her mom's attention, and food became her addiction for many years. After getting married and having her own family, she struggled with her weight. Eventually, Taiya was the heaviest she'd ever been and couldn't care for her family the way she wanted to. She signed up for her first IsaBody Challenge and decided failure was not an option. She has now completed five Challenges, losing 130 pounds total*, and is a proud member of the Isagenix 100-Pound Club.
Véronique Collin, Ontario 
Age: 24 
Total Challenges Completed: 7 
Total Weight Loss During Completed Challenges: 0 pounds 
Véronique hasn't lost or gained any weight, but she has remained consistent, and that's why the IsaBody program is so important to her. For her, the Challenge is a no-brainer when it comes to choosing the solution that will help her maintain her healthy lifestyle through her busy life. Véronique is happy to have a community that shares her passion for health, fitness, and helping others. She doesn't know what she would do without the Isagenix products and says they inspire her to be a better version of herself.
James Pearce, Alberta 
Age: 56 
Total Challenges Completed: 9 
Total Weight Loss Over Completed Challenges: 5 pounds* 
Before Isagenix, James would wake up tired, fuel his day with coffee and carbs, snack after work until dinner, and fall asleep on the couch, only to struggle to sleep through the night. He wasn't happy, but he thought his life was normal. Since starting Isagenix and embracing the company's products and community, he has become physically fit and has more energy than ever before. James now wakes up at 5 a.m. well rested and ready to hit the gym. He has transformed his body and regained his zest for life.
To read more about the finalists and see their before and progress photos, visit the Isagenix blog. To learn more about Isagenix, visit the Newsroom, like the company on Facebook, and follow it on Twitter and Instagram.
*Weight loss, muscle gain, lifestyle, and other results depicted here reflect exceptional individual experiences of Isagenix customers and should not be construed as typical or average. Results vary with individual effort, body composition, eating patterns, time, exercise, and other factors, such as genetic and physiological makeup. A two-phase 2016 studypublished by researchers at Skidmore College showed an average weight loss of 24 pounds after 12 weeks. The study evaluated the use of Isagenix products in men and women for weight loss followed by weight maintenance. During the weight maintenance phase, the subjects who continued the calorie-controlled program using Isagenix products better maintained their weight loss in comparison to those who transitioned to a traditional diet after 52 weeks.
About the IsaBody Challenge 
The IsaBody Challenge is a 16-week contest that rewards participants for their total-body and life transformations. Participants are judged on their before and progress photos as well as their personal essays describing their journeys. The contest looks for the most inspirational and motivational stories about how participants have made healthy body and life transformations. The IsaBody Challenge is open to all Isagenix customers and members over the age of 18 in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, and South Korea. For more information, visit the IsaBody Challenge.
About Isagenix International 
Established in 2002, Isagenix provides systems for weight loss, performance, vitality and well-being, personal care and beauty, and financial wellness. With more than 400,000 customers worldwide and more than 100 products, packs, and systems globally, the company is committed to supporting healthy change in its customers' and independent distributors' lives. Isagenix shares its products and solutions through a network of independent distributors in 14 markets: the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, and South Korea. Isagenix is a privately owned company with headquarters in Gilbert, Arizona. For more information, visit Isagenix.com. 

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We're proud to recognize these finalists' commitment to transforming their minds and bodies so they can live healthier lives. They're setting a fantastic example for others as they pair our outstanding nutrition solutions with a positive mindset and discipline. - Travis Ogden, Isagenix CEO.



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Special Learning, Inc. is the leading global provider of Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) solutions. The company is passionate about changing the lives of people with autism and other special needs.
It has recently joined a grant consortium in California focused on helping people find employment opportunities. Special Learning will be providing some of the key components of a comprehensive training and career development program. The organization will also be helping connect individuals with employers in the state of California who have agreed to participate in an externship program. The training, recruiting and externship components of the program are being delivered at no cost to the individuals or organizations that choose to participate.
HOW DOES THE GRANT WORK? 

Individuals interested in the program go through a thorough intake process

Accepted trainees receive specific program education through all of the grant partners, including Special Learning Inc.

Successful candidates participate in an internship program with full support and guidance from the consortium

EXTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Once candidates have completed the steps outlined above they are placed in a 60 – 90 day externship program.
The consortium pays for each participant's time and expenses. Following the externship, organizations have the opportunity to hire the candidate full or part-time. The program is a great benefit to both individuals looking to enter the field and to organizations looking for motivated and well-trained people!
For more information about this program please contact Special Learning Inc at https://www.special-learning.com/contact.

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Rapidly growing use of the Rolling Strong health and wellness app designed for over the road long haul truck drivers is helping Skyline Transportation drivers stay fit and healthy at home and on the road

RIVERSIDE, MO. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Rolling Strong, the provider of driver wellness programs for transportation companies and their drivers, as well as owner-operators, today announced that Skyline Transportation, Inc. is realizing steady adoption of its health and wellness mobile app among drivers and other personnel.
"Since introducing the Rolling Strong app about three months ago we've had over 30 percent of our 160 drivers and office staff register and begin using the program," said Bonnie Garrabrant, HR manager at Skyline Transportation. "We've been a family-owned company for more than 65 years, and after our founder passed away suddenly his family wanted to take extra steps to take care of our family of employees. With Rolling Strong, we have a partner who is behind us every step of the way as we work to help everyone improve their health and wellness.
"We believe that our stability and success are driven by the support we can provide to our employees," Garrabrant added. "With Rolling Strong, we are able to put their health and wellness first while focusing our own resources on business needs. They handle a lot of the time-consuming work for us by promoting their app to drivers through emails, social media and literature. We really like what they've done in a very short amount of time."
Skyline Transportation is also working to encourage enrollment in the Rolling Strong app through competitions where company employees can earn prizes for signing up, getting wellness checks, speaking to CDL wellness coaches who can provide mobile or live support through the platform, and taking steps to improve nutrition, fitness, sleep, and stress and weight management. Prizes have included gift cards and Fitbit devices.
Founded in 1954 and based in Knoxville, Tennessee, Skyline Transportation is an asset-based carrier that provides truckload, dedicated fleet, specialized and expedited services. The company offers its drivers competitive pay and benefits packages, weekly schedules that guarantee home time, and trucks with amenities that include APUs and EpicVue in-cab satellite TV.
"Prevention is the key to good health and for trucking companies and their employees it could also lead to lower healthcare costs," said Stephen Kane, president of Rolling Strong. "Skyline Transportation has had an exceptional response in registrations for the Rolling Strong platform for those reasons, and the more their drivers hear about it, the more they will be encouraged to use the app's capabilities to improve their health and wellness."
About Rolling Strong 
The provider of driver wellness programs for transportation companies and their drivers and owner-operators, Rolling Strong promotes behavior change and provides support in the areas of Nutrition, Fitness, Sleep, Stress Management and Weight Management. Driven by its mission to reverse the declining health of America's CDL Drivers and get them home safely, the company offers in-terminal and on-the-road solutions that target health improvement. Its customizable programs include the Rolling Strong App for drivers and administrative reporting capabilities to help carriers and drivers improve compliance with CDL medical requirements and to implement and manage their wellness initiatives. For more information, visit http://www.rollingstrong.com.

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With a two-year revenue increase of 861%, Gateway Genomics emerged as the fastest-growing biotech company in California.

LA JOLLA, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Gateway Genomics, a leading developer of direct-to-consumer genetic tests that give families insight into their future children, was recognized in last year's annual Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the United States. In this year's Inc. 5000 California list, Gateway Genomics rose to be the 17th fastest-growing private company in the state, and #1 in the Health sector.
"California has many heavy hitters in the biotech industry," says Gateway Genomics CEO, Chris Jacob. "To attain the top ranking in the state where Illumina, Genomic Health, and Guardant Health were born and launched is a strong achievement, and a testament to the vision of the company, which is to unlock previously inaccessible prenatal and pediatric genetic information, to help parents give their children the best lives possible."
The company's flagship product, the SneakPeek Early Gender DNA Test, is designed to specifically focus on fetal sex and return just one answer – male or female. The test is available in two ways: An At-Home version that can be ordered from an ecommerce website and taken at home, and a Clinical version that is offered in over 500 participating locations. Both can be taken at 8 weeks into pregnancy, providing gender results with 99.1% accuracy in as little as 48 hours. The company is planning additional DNA-based tests later this year that will give parents a window of insight into their developing child.
To qualify for the California list, companies must have had $100,000 in revenue in 2016, and ranking was determined by percentage revenue growth between 2016 to 2018. With 861% revenue growth from 2016 to 2018, Gateway Genomics ranked #17 in the list, and #1 in the Health sector.
"The companies on this list demonstrate just how much the small-business sector impacts California's economy," says Inc. editor in chief Scott Omelianuk. "Across every single industry, these businesses have posted revenue and growth rates that are beyond impressive, further proving the tenacity of their founders and CEOs."
About Gateway Genomics
Gateway Genomics is a personal genomics company with the mission to develop leading-edge genetic tests that give families a new level of understanding about their future children. Since inception, more than 180,000 SneakPeek Early Gender DNA tests have been provided to help new parents bond with their babies, make plans, and connect with friends and family around them. Gateway Genomics is located in La Jolla, CA.
About Inc. Media 
Founded in 1979, Inc. is the only major brand dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies. The total monthly audience reach for the brand has been growing significantly, from 2,000,000 in 2010 to more than 20,000,000 today. The Inc. 5000 is a list of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. Started in 1982, this prestigious list has become the hallmark of entrepreneurial success. 



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On Saturday, February 8th, eleven doctors and over fifty support staff came together at the Monarch Dental office in Burleson, TX to host a Day of Giving with the Smiles for Everyone Foundation.
Individuals were referred to the event through local nonprofits such as Hope Farm Inc., an organization for at-risk youth; Harvest House, a local food bank; and Catholic Charities of Fort Worth. The dental providers were able to welcome 84 low-income patients to receive free cleanings, fillings, extractionsand more. In addition to volunteering their services, the Burleson Team used their compassionate spirits to instill positive changes that extend well beyond oral health.
"I cannot describe how much this has changed my life," expressed patient Laci H. "I'm truly grateful. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart!" In agreement, patient Deborah W. exclaimed, "I am relieved to tears!"
The Smiles for Everyone Foundation would like to thank the entire Team of volunteers, including Dr. Ghayth Adhami, Dr. Siv Eftekhari, Dr. Avni Goel, Dr. Daniel Ingel, Dr. Brett Johnson, Dr. Bradley Murray, Dr. Jane Poquiz, Dr. Jessica Riccobono, Dr. Joe Sunbarger, Dr. Carol Wald, and Dr. Tabreena Walker. It was their warm spirits and strong dedication that allowed us to deliver Smiles for Everyone in the Greater Dallas Area!
The next Day of Giving that the Foundation is hosting will be at Newport Dental in Fullerton, CA on February 23rd. Please visit http://www.smilesforeveryone.orgfor more information.
About Monarch Dental 
Monarch Dental provides general dentistry, children's dentistry and specialty care services such as orthodontics, oral surgery, periodontics and endodontics at 89 locations throughout Texas, Arkansas and Utah. Monarch Dental affiliated practices make it easy and affordable for individuals and families to get the dental care they need with convenient locations, extended hours and same-day appointments. The Monarch Dental mission is to create healthier smiles by making dental visits easy and enjoyable. Learn more at http://www.monarchdental.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 27,000 smiles and over $20 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: 
Monarch Dental                     
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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NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that V. Wally Mardovin, MD, Urology Specialists of Ohio in Springfield, OH, has been designated as a UroLift Center of Excellence. The designation recognizes that Dr. Mardovin has achieved a high level of training and experience with the UroLift System and demonstrated a commitment to exemplary care for men suffering from symptoms associated with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate.
Recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines, the FDA-cleared Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH. The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue.
The UroLift Center of Excellence program is designed to highlight urologists who are committed to educating their patients on BPH and the UroLift System as a treatment option and consistently seek to deliver excellent patient outcomes and experiences.
"This designation recognizes Dr. V. Wally Mardovin as a UroLift Center of Excellence for his commitment to providing safe and effective treatment to patients with BPH," said Dave Amerson, president of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit. "We are pleased to see the continued acceptance of the UroLift System as a standard of care treatment that may allow men to discontinue the use of BPH medications and improve their quality of life."
Over 40 million men in the United States are affected by BPH, a condition that occurs when the prostate gland that surrounds the male urethra becomes enlarged with advancing age and begins to obstruct the urinary system. Symptoms of BPH often include interrupted sleep and urinary problems and can cause loss of productivity, depression and decreased quality of life.
Medication is often the first-line therapy for enlarged prostate, but relief can be inadequate and temporary. Side effects of medication treatment can include sexual dysfunction, dizziness and headaches, prompting many patients to quit using the drugs. For these patients, the classic alternative is surgery that cuts, heats or removes prostate tissue to open the blocked urethra. While current surgical options can be very effective in relieving symptoms, they can also leave patients with permanent side effects such as urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and retrograde ejaculation.
About the UroLift System
The FDA-cleared UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a minimally invasive transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue. Clinical data from a pivotal 206-patient randomized controlled study showed that patients with enlarged prostate receiving UroLift implants reported rapid and durable symptomatic and urinary flow rate improvement without compromising sexual function*1,2. Patients also experienced a significant improvement in quality of life. Over 100,000 men have been treated with the UroLift System in the U.S. Most common adverse events reported include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence. Most symptoms were mild to moderate in severity and resolved within two to four weeks after the procedure. The Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. The UroLift System is available in the U.S., Europe, Australia, Canada, Mexico and South Korea. Learn more at http://www.urolift.com.
About NeoTract | Teleflex Interventional Urology
A wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated, the Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our initial focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift System, a minimally invasive permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving normal sexual function*1,2. Learn more at http://www.neotract.com.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people's lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit http://www.teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow, Deknatel, Hudson RCI, LMA, Pilling, Rusch, UroLift and Weck – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose
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Jake Elguicze, 610.948.2836 
Treasurer and Vice President, Investor Relations
Media: 
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*No instances of new, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction 
1. Roehrborn, J Urology 2013 LIFT Study 
2.McVary, J Sex Med 2016
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Interfacing is proud to announce the Interfacing Enterprise Process Center (EPC) was assed and again listed as a leading Digital Twin of an Organization (DTO) by Gartner. Interfacing's EPC provides a data intelligence based virtual representation of a business to help evaluate the impact of internal & external changes.
A Digital Twin of an Organization is a digitized dynamic representation of any company's physical assets. The DTO describes all assets that fall within the domain of an organization. This includes an organization's processes, technologies, infrastructure (and its architecture), business capabilities, all customer interactions, strategies, products, services, roles, responsibilities and distribution channels. In digital form, this business context can be connected, reported upon and presented in easily understood visual format. DTO helps business leaders assess transformational change and its impact within a controlled environment.
Gartner identified three Key Findings in their 2019 Market Guide for Technologies Supporting a DTO Report: 

Most organizations find it difficult to adapt to moving strategic and operational targets.

Without some sort of a "navigator," the risk of failure in scaling digital business transformation initiatives increases dramatically as the scope and pace of the digital business initiative expand.

Today, an abundance of data coming from anywhere is impacting digital transformation and optimization initiatives. The amount of data produced must be organized and filtered according to business needs and operations.

Scott Armstrong, Managing Partner with Interfacing Technologies, describes Interfacings solution supporting DTO. "Interfacing's user-friendly platform is the only Digital Twin to also satisfy all regulatory compliance (FDA, FAA, GDPR, ISO, etc.) requirements and data governance needs. Interfacing's unique text recognition data parsing tool automatically converts your physical files (Standard Operating Procedures, Policies, Regulations, etc.) into data objects then automatically generates intelligence based graph models to improve impact analysis and ongoing change management and communication."
Interfacing's EPC offers a digital management platform for businesses to capture, manage and visualize all business artifacts within a single integrated repository. EPC provides centralized management capabilities through the combination of its core architectural holistic views of all objects, their complex interdependencies, impact analyses and day-to-day monitoring.
EPC satisfies all highly regulatory requirements (e.g. 21 CFR Part 11 digital signature compliance) and includes functionality to expand SOPs to any level, providing a rich-text form (including images and videos) of the processes in an easy-to-read, online digital media format.
"Coordinating interdependencies within and across digital business transformation initiatives is challenging yet key to success. A digital twin of an organization helps enterprise architecture and technology innovation leaders prioritize, guide, plan, monitor, analyze and scale complex initiatives." - Gartner
Armstrong included, "Interfacing's solution is cutting edge; cloud based, extremely secure, highly scalable, and mobile ready. Interfacing is also ISO 27001 certified, meaning we invest heavily in penetration and vulnerability testing as well as well controlled security processes to ensure our customers' data stays protected! We continue to innovate the domain by utilizing the latest tech trends such as AI [Artificial Intelligence] to drive additional business value for our customers while reducing time, effort and cost."
For more than 25 years, Interfacing has been a transformation leader in process improvement software; developing one of the first centralized web-based collaboration tools to document, model, manage, simulate, analyze, integrate and automate processes. Interfacing maintains a major focus on the digital business, and customer experience use cases, followed by the enterprise performance use case. Coming from an EBPA/strategy to execution background, Interfacing has a strong focus on the organizational business modeling and the performance management components.
About Interfacing
Interfacing Technologies Corporation is a global leader in business transformation, empowering organizations to efficiently govern business complexity through process-based quality, performance and compliance management solutions. Interfacing's solutions are intuitively designed for business users; facilitating multiple organizational programs within a single platform and covering the full spectrum of quality, improvement and governance initiatives.
Contact Interfacing Technologies directly for more information: 
+1 514 737 7333 (Direct) 
+1 800 561 5005 (toll free) 
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Nationwide jails are seeing higher rates of incarcerated people with serious mental illnesses such as Bipolar Disorder or Schizophrenia. While someone with a mental illness is no more likely to commit a crime than anyone else, when they do, they are usually petty crimes such as criminal trespass, loitering, or harassment.
They may be experiencing symptoms that lead to these types of crimes. Statistics show that individuals with mental illnesses are more likely to spend more time in jail because they lack the resources to bond out and are more likely to re-offend because they lack the supports needed to maintain stability in the community.
HOW DOES THE STEPPING UP WORK TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF THE INCARNATION OF PEOPLE LIVING WITH SERIOUS MENTAL ILLNESS?
The Stepping Up Initiative identifies people with a serious mental illness who have frequent encounters with law enforcement but aren't a danger to the community.
"We can link these individuals to AltaPointe and other community supports," Cindy Gipson, Ph.D., assistant director of intensive adult services for AltaPointe Health, said. "We are kicking off the Stepping Up Initiative with a meeting of local leaders who are committed to solving these issues."
HOW ARE PEOPLE IDENTIFIED FOR THE PROGRAM?
A screening tool re-offend at the jail during booking. If someone has a positive screening for mental health issues, they meet with a Stepping Up case manager for further evaluation and assessment.
"The case manager links them to services designed to promote treatment engagement, reduce jail time, and increase their chances of staying out of jail," Dr. Gipson added.
To learn more about AltaPointe Health and all of its programs and services geared to help people of all ages experiencing mental health issues, you can visit altapointe.org or call (251) 450-2211.



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Invitation-only Event to Assemble World's Pre-eminent Thought Leaders to Develop Coordinated Response to Global Cancer Epidemic.

CHICAGO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) has been selected to host the 2021 World Cancer Leaders' Summit in Boston, MA, in October 2021. The prestigious, invitation-only event—organized by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC)—annually brings together key decision makers including prime ministers, ministers of health, city and industry leaders, senior executives and other influential players from around the world to facilitate debates about emerging issues related to cancer control. More than 400 global influencers and leaders in cancer control and public health from across governments, United Nations agencies, academia, nonprofit organizations and the private sector are expected to make their way to Boston in October 2021. The Summit will occur the day before the ASCP's 2021 Annual Meeting, to be held October 27-29, in Boston.
"ASCP is honored to be chosen by the UICC in this highly competitive selection process," said E. Blair Holladay, PhD, MASCP, SCT(ASCP)CM, Chief Executive Officer. "It underscores the vital role that pathology and laboratory medicine play in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. We are excited to be the voice of our profession in this endeavor to develop a coordinated and effective response to the global cancer epidemic."
For the WCLS in 2021, in addition to a strong partnership with the City of Boston and Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 17 US-based organizations are supporting the event including Partners Healthcare, Massachusetts General Hospital, Partners in Health, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, MD Anderson Cancer Center, UCSF Helen Diller Cancer Center, The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, American Cancer Society, American Society for Clinical Oncology, Susan G. Komen Foundation, Global Oncology, Oncology Nursing Society, International Society of Nurses Cancer Care, RTI International, The Max Foundation, and Project ECHO.
"The overwhelming support from some of our key collaborators has been amazing, and ASCP is truly excited to expand our umbrella of collaboration to include other cancer organizations around the world as we strive to provide the best possible meeting in which all voices are represented," said ASCP President Gene P. Siegal, MD, PhD, FASCP.
The UICC, the largest and oldest international cancer-fighting organization, made the announcement following its February board meeting.
"The choice of Boston is rooted in the city's crucial role in global cancer innovation and domestic cancer control leadership in the United States," said Dr. Cary Adams, Chief Executive Officer of the UICC. "With many of the country's thought health leaders in Boston, the 2021 Summit will launch renewed domestic and global efforts to combat the disease."
The 2021 Summit focus will be developed in the coming months and will center around both domestic challenges for cancer in the United States as well as global challenges in cancer. For the past five years, the Summit has grown to become a major, annual high-level policy meeting dedicated exclusively to furthering global cancer control. It provides an important forum to secure a coordinated, multi-level global response to address the spiraling cancer epidemic. The last World Cancer Leaders' Summit in Kazakhstan ended with a strong call to action urging governments to fulfil their commitments to Universal Health Coverage.
The Summit is held in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and is hosted by a UICC-member organization from the region.
"The patient is at the center of all that we do as pathologists and medical laboratory professionals," said ASCP CMO, Dan Milner, MD, MSc, FASCP. "Taking this message and this requirement for equitable cancer care to the thought leaders of the world can be an incredible force for change for our patients. Doing so in Boston, an epicenter of biotechnology, clinical care, public health, and education, will be paramount to successful change."
ASCP is the world's largest organization for pathologists and laboratory professionals supporting activity in more than 100 countries. The Society's global health initiatives have focused on HIV and cancer, with efforts on the latter currently taking place in more than 20 countries and in collaboration with more than 80 organizations, from academia to industry, governments and NGOs.
About ASCP 
Founded in 1922 in Chicago, ASCP is a medical professional society with more than 100,000 member board-certified anatomic and clinical pathologists, pathology residents and fellows, laboratory professionals, and students. ASCP provides excellence in education, certification, and advocacy on behalf of patients, pathologists, and laboratory professionals. To learn more, visit http://www.ascp.org. Follow us on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/ascp_chicago and connect with us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ASCP.Chicago.
About UICC 
The Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) is the largest and oldest international cancer-fighting organization. Founded in Geneva in 1933, UICC has over 1,160 member organizations in 173 countries. It enjoys consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and has official relations with the World Health Organization (WHO), the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). UICC has over 50 partners, including associations, companies and foundations committed to the fight against cancer. UICC is a founding member of the NCD Alliance, the McCabe Centre for Law & Cancer, the International Cancer Control Partnership (ICCP) and established the City Cancer Challenge Foundation in January 2019.
UICC's mission is to both unite and support the cancer community in its efforts to reduce the global cancer burden, promote greater equality and ensure that cancer control remains a priority on the global health and development agenda. It pursues these goals by bringing together global leaders through innovative and far-reaching cancer-control events and initiatives, building capacities to meet regional needs and developing awareness campaigns.
More information is available at http://www.uicc.org.

"ASCP is honored to be chosen by the UICC in this highly competitive selection process. It underscores the vital role that pathology and laboratory medicine play in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer," said E. Blair Holladay, PhD, MASCP, SCT(ASCP)CM, Chief Executive Officer



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MaintenX International shares the benefit of self-performing maintenance with healthcare providers and facility managers at the North Carolina Health Care Facilities Association Annual Convention and Expo.

TAMPA, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
The business of healthcare management is complex. From providing the best care to patients, maintaining offices and staff, keeping up with industry trends and ensuring patients digital and physical safety, there are many things to keep up with. Very often, building health can fall to the wayside.
That's why MaintenX International's is excited to provide their insights on healthcare facility maintenance to attendees at the North Carolina Health Care Facilities Association (NCHCFA) Annual Convention. MaintenX team members, including Regional Business Development Managers Kate Alford and Eric Williams, will be available to discuss healthcare-specific facility services at the three-day event, taking place February 23-26 in Greensboro, NC.
"We are glad to lessen the burden of facility maintenance for healthcare facilities, giving them additional time and resources to invest in their staff, business and patients," said Bill Schaphorst. "When we succeed, caregivers can completely focus on their work, knowing that maintenance is taken care of."
MaintenX will be part of the 170-vendor-strong expo at the convention. In addition to industry trends, insights, and opportunities for networking, attendees will enjoy a "Roaring Fifties Revival" theme, with MaintenX's new 10' by 10' booth featuring a backlit display and memorabilia from the founding decade of the NCHCFA. Booth visitors will be able to earn validation to enter a grand prize drawing, in addition to the exciting prizes awarded by vendors throughout the event.
Among the nation's largest self-performing maintenance providers, MaintenX is a one-stop resource for healthcare facilities, no matter if the need is roofing or plumbing or electrical services. Rather than engage multiple companies to fulfill a variety maintenance needs, MaintenX provides unique peace-of-mind with their ability to manage a suite of services from curb to roof.
Currently, MaintenX is focused on serving healthcare facilities in the southeast region of the country, however they continue to expand their services to other states. For more information about MaintenX and the services they provide, visit http://www.maintenx.com/services.
ABOUT MAINTENX INTERNATIONAL: 
MaintenX International is a fully-licensed, facilities repair company. They are one of the largest national self-performing facility maintenance and repair companies in the U.S. MaintenX has created a network of knowledgeable and professional technicians throughout the country. With their team of well-trained technicians, MaintenX self-performs and manages facility maintenance for clients. In the event there is not a MaintenX technician in the area, the company has fostered a network of preferred vendor partners throughout the country to provide superior service for their clients. For more than 40 years, MaintenX has been expertly serving multi-location retail stores, restaurant chains, and Fortune 500 companies nationwide. 

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Healthcare facilities trust MaintenX with their preventative and reactive maintenance needs.

MaintenX is a one-stop resource for healthcare facilities, no matter if the need is roofing, plumbing or electrical services



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The creators of a new, revolutionary baby bottle blender that mix baby formula, cereals and breast milk in seconds, giving parents more time for caring instead of shaking a bottle, has decided to give a 10% grand opening discount.

MIAMI LAKES, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Representatives with Florida-based Baby Blendy LLCtoday announced that it is now offering a 10 percent grand opening discount 0n its anti-colic portable baby bottle blender.
"Order now and get 10 percent off all purchases," said Osmay Gonzalez, spokesperson for Baby Blendy LLC, a member of the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association. "This is a new, revolutionary product, and we are now shipping the product nationwide."
Baby Blendy, which was recently awarded the 2019 Iron A'Design Award for its Baby Bottle Design, is the creator of a doctor-recommended, anti-colic portable baby bottle blender that contains a mixer inside, which mixes any baby formula, cereals and breast milk.
Baby Blendy was featured as 'Manufacturer of the Month' in the January edition of Baby Maternity Retailer Magazine.
Osmay noted that the Baby Blendy, which has also been awarded the Parents Pick Award, Family's Choice Award; A'Design Award, Baby and Children's Products Award, and The Baby Maternity Magazine Award minimizes any baby's of swallowing air, thereby reducing post-feeding discomforts. The product thoroughly blends and mixes all chunks of the formula, ensuring that the baby receives all of the nutrients he or she should receive.
Baby Blendy, which was created and specifically designed to ease the complications of having to shake an ordinary bottle, comes in six-ounce, eight-ounce and ten-ounce bottle sizes. The process of using this new, revolutionary product is simple; company representatives say.
"Simply add formula or breast milk and push the button and the magic begins as the blender mixes, creating a powerful cyclone swirl that does all the mixing for you, hands-free, which helps reduce foaming and air bubbles within the milk," Osmay stressed, before adding, "When breast milk is stored, the milk separates into layers, fats will rise to the top. Our bottle will help mix your baby's breast milk thoroughly. This baby bottle is ideal for use when on the go or at home to fix your baby a bottle of milk with the solution being thoroughly blended effortlessly."
For more information, please visit babyblendybottles.com/pages/about-the-best-baby-bottle and https://babyblendybottles.com/blogs/posts.
About Baby Blendy LLC
Our mission has been to design and reinvent the baby bottle. We've patented the first and only rechargeable, battery-operated, anti-colic portable baby bottle blender that mix baby formula, cereals and breast milk in seconds.
Contact Details:
Osmay Gonzalez
Baby Blendy LLC 
8004 NW 154th St. Suite #130 
Miami Lakes, FL 33016. USA
Email: info (at) BabyBlendy (dot) com 
1-844-4Blendy / 1-844-425-3639
Source: Baby Blendy LLC



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The company that makes its safer than ever before for parents to provide purified distilled water for babies, has launched its new logo.

MIAMI LAKES, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Representatives with Bay-Bay Water today announced that the company has launched a new logo.
"We are proud to announce the launch of Bay-Bay Water's new company logo as part of the ongoing evolution of our company's brand," said Osmay Gonzalez, spokesperson of the company.
These logo redesign come at a time when the company is expanding its national reach.
"We have refreshed our logo to reflect who we are today and to symbolize our future," stressed Osmay, "Our new logo better reflects our business and clearly demonstrates the quality of the product we bring to our customers across the nation."
"Distilled water is the purest form of drinking water on the planet," said Osmay before adding, "The purifying process occurs by boiling water into vapor and condensing it back into a liquid form. It is recommended for parents to use distilled water when mixing baby formula and cereals, to avoid an unhealthy intake of minerals. Since life is constantly in motion, our distilled water is designed for easy, on the go use."
"To ensure we provide you with the best distilled water for baby formula, our quality control checks are extremely thorough," said Osmay. "Filter inspections and change-outs are on a strict schedule. Ozone levels are checked every hour. Daily and hourly records of ozone levels and filter changes are mandatory."
Osmay went on to explain that at its production facility, the single service bottles arrive wrapped in cling film. Before the pallets of bottles leave the truck, he said, they are visually inspected to ensure no cross-contamination of any kind has taken place during transport. The pallets are stored in a secure area. Before each bottle is filled, it enters an enclosed chamber to receive a sanitizing ozone rinse. The purified water used to fill the bottles passes through a UV filter. Bottles are capped in the filler station, not sent open to the next stage of production.
The product is available in 12 and 24-bottle packs of BPA-free and phosphate-free bottles.
"For the best bottled water for babies on the go, we only use BPA-free and Phosphate-free #1 PETE (Polyethylene Terephthalate) bottles," highlighted Osmay and went on to add, "our filtered and distilled water is subject to rigorous safety and quality control tests every step of the way, ensuring that you always get the safest, cleanest, purest bottled water for babies."
Each bottle is 16.9 ounces, and the 24-bottle pack has a lower per bottle price than the 12-bottle pack.
As to why anyone should give Bay-Bay Water a try, Osmay said that its distilling process is carefully monitored and far above average.
"First the water is softened, then it passes through a 1-micron filter to screen out any microscopic impurities," Osmay said. "Only filtered water enters the distiller, and following the distilling process, it is stored in temperature-controlled silos until it is ready for ozone treatment and packaging. Typically, water is purified by one of three processes: reverse osmosis, distillation, and de-ionization. Bay-Bay relies on the distillation process, which involved boiling, condensing, and steaming to provide the purest result."
For more information, please visit: http://www.baybaywater.com/buy, http://www.baybaywater.com/about, and http://www.baybaywater.com/blog.
About Bay-Bay Water
Bay-Bay is distilled water for baby formula that you can trust. It is phosphate and fluoride-free water for babies in convenient single-serve bottles that you can take on the go. No more sterilizing breakable glass bottles or lugging around gallon-sized jugs of distilled water. Our BPA-free bottled water for formula and cereals is pure, safe, and convenient, making it the pure solution you need.
Contact Details:
Osmay Gonzalez
Bay-Bay Water LLC
8004 NW 154th St. Suite #130 
Miami Lakes, FL 33016. USA
Email: BayBayWater (at) Gmail (dot) com
1-844-5BAY-BAY / 1-844-522-9229
Source: Bay-Bay Water LLC



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The R3 Stem Cell Heroes Program has joined forces with Veterans In Pain, (V.I.P.), a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit, to provide groundbreaking exosome therapies for Veterans suffering from the devastating systemic effects of Burn Pit. The exosome procedures are being offered complimentary to Veterans.

LAS VEGAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
The R3 Stem Cell Heroes Program has joined forces with Veterans In Pain, (V.I.P.), a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit, to provide groundbreaking exosome therapies for Veterans suffering from the devastating systemic effects of Burn Pit. The exosome procedures are being offered complimentary to Veterans.
WHAT IS BURN PIT:
During the OEF and OIF wars, government contractors burned up to 227 metric tons of hazardous waste at operating bases using jet fuel in large ground pits. Items burned included: batteries, medical waste, amputated body parts, plastics, ammunition, human waste, animal carcasses, rubber, chemicals, & more.
Exposure to these toxins has caused a traumatic impact on the lives of many service members and their families. Some of the devastating health conditions suffered by Veterans exposed include: neurological disorders, pulmonary diseases, rare forms of cancer, and many unexplained symptoms.
There have been thousands of deaths resulting from the invisible wounds of war, which represents the "Agent Orange" of a newer generation. Veterans In Pain, (V.I.P.) became aware of Burn Pit through an application received by Le Roy Torres, who will be the first Burn Pit Veteran to receive treatment through the V.I.P. and R3 partnership.
The free regenerative exosome procedures for Burn Pit will be taking place in Las Vegas at the R3 Stem Cell Training Course. In addition, over a dozen additional Veterans will receive free regenerative therapies who are suffering from joint pain and other ailments.
According to David Greene, MD, MBA, "Burn Pit is a very difficult problem without answers with conventional treatments. Veterans make significant sacrifices for America, and the least we can do is try to help! We're excited to team up with V.I.P. and hopefully improve quality of life."
VETERANS IN PAIN, (V.I.P.):
V.I.P. is the first IRS-Certified nonprofit to facilitate regenerative medical solutions for Veterans suffering from chronic pain, by connecting civilian physicians, with our country's heroes, nationwide.
Founded by its President, Micaela Bensko, V.I.P. has currently provided almost $250,000 in value-of-services through its volunteer physician network for Veterans who had otherwise been told there was no solution to their chronic pain disease, that its late-onset could not be connected to service, or after years of trying, could not obtain access to a solution due to red-tape bureaucracy.
R3 STEM CELL:
Dr. David Greene, the Founder of R3 Stem Cell, an international stem cell network of regenerative specialists having conducted thousands of stem cell procedures, joined the V.I.P. Roster in 2020. It was this partnership between V.I.P. and the R3 Heroes program, through which V.I.P.'s Veterans suffering from Burn Pit, a condition which has no designated cure, have finally been offered hope.
BURN PIT VETERAN: 
The first Veteran to undergo treatment within the R3-V.I.P. Exosome Pulmonary Therapy study is Le Roy Torres. Torres has suffered from Burn Pit for years, and is a Burn Pit advocate who in 2009, launched the go-to information site http://www.burnpits360.org, and is championed with having been responsible for establishing the first government-sanctioned Burn Pit Veteran Registry.
MEDIA WELCOME: 
Procedures will take place at the R3 Stem Cell Training Workshop in Henderson, NV on March 14th.
MEDIA CONTACT: 
Kathleen Francesca 
Kfrancesca@r3stemcell.com 
(480) 455-7303
VETERANS CONTACT: 
Micaela Bensko 
Info@veteransinpain.org 
310-990-8389

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Company's former intern accepts 2020 summer position in Hamburg, Germany.

FREDERICK, MD. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Mr. Michael Mesa, President, and CEO of Mesa Science Associates (MSA) is pleased to announce today, February 20, 2020, that former MSA summer intern, Mr. Peyton Coady, has been offered and has accepted a 2020 summer position in Hamburg Germany. Mr. Coady was presented the opportunity through the RISE Program at the University of Hamburg to work with UV-Lithography to study neuronal growth in a confined space. Peyton is thrilled and excited at this appointment and the Mesa Team is equally excited for and proud of Mr. Coady.
Peyton, who is a student at James Madison University, spent the summer of 2019 working at Mesa Science Associates in Frederick Maryland as a summer intern and research assistant under the guidance of Mesa CSO Kenneth Dretchen Ph.D. His summer assignment was to find the origins of the clinical dose of epinephrine currently used in the treatment of anaphylaxis. After weeks of online detective work and numerous visits to the National Library of Medicine, Peyton traced the source to a laboratory in 1914. Peyton will soon collaborate with Dr. Dretchen on a paper outlining his research.
Dr. Dretchen was pleased to help Peyton with letters of recommendation and strong advice on applications in his search for overseas summer work. Dr. Dretchen stated that" Peyton was a true asset during his short stint at MSA, and we hope to see him again soon."
Mesa Science Associates is developing a reputation for acquiring and supporting high-quality summer interns. The MSA team recently helped a former intern advance his education by paving the way to an advanced degree opportunity at Georgetown University.
Mesa Science Associates is a Frederick based consulting and pharmaceutical product development company with offices and a laboratory located in the Frederick Innovation and Technology Center in Frederick, Maryland.

"Peyton was a true asset during his short stint at MSA, and we hope to see him again soon." - Mesa CSO Kenneth Dretchen Ph.D.



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Dr. Benjamin Stong will be traveling to Ica, Peru with the NE Chapter of Healing the Children. All of the treatments and surgeries are performed pro bono, and medical supplies and staff time are donated.

ATLANTA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Dr. Stong, a leading Atlanta facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, has always been a strong advocate for giving back. He has been a long-time volunteer with Healing the Children (HTC), traveling to locations abroad to assist in medical missions. The goal of this particular HTC trip is to provide cleft lip and palate procedures to underprivileged pediatric patients in the area of Ica, Peru. Volunteer medical and surgical health professionals travel at their own expense, treating patients and sharing their expertise with local health professionals during procedures and in-service sessions.
"It is truly an honor to be a part of the HTC mission to Ica, Peru, once again this year. I am looking forward to making a dramatic difference in the lives of these children and their families," says Dr. Benjamin Stong.
Dr. Stong truly enjoys sharing his expertise in facial and reconstructive surgery with the less fortunate by participating in humanitarian efforts at home and internationally. In addition to taking his qualifications and talent abroad by providing free services to children with congenital deformities for Healing the Children, he also volunteers for many other non-profits. Dr. Stong is a member of the national Face to Face organization committee, championing against domestic violence by providing pro bono surgery to its unfortunate victims. He also works with the Partnership Against Domestic Violence of Atlanta to assist in local domestic violence cases.
Healing the Children focuses on helping underserved children around the world secure the urgent medical care that they need and would otherwise be unable to obtain. To date, the non-profit organization has made a difference in the lives of approximately 250,000 children in over 95 countries.
More about Dr. Benjamin Stong and Kalos Facial Plastic Surgery, LLC:
Owner of Kalos Facial Plastic Surgery in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Benjamin Stong is dual board-certified and fellowship-trained in head and neck surgery and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Stong combines his training, experience and talent to generate superior outcomes in both surgical and non-surgical cosmetic surgery. Throughout his career, Dr. Stong has earned numerous accolades and recognition, including the Castle Connelly Top Doctor award for consecutive years. Dr. Stong also specializes in hair transplantation and innovative treatments at The K Spa in Atlanta. If you would like to get more information about the services offered by Kalos Facial Plastic Surgery, LLC, please call their Atlanta office at (404) 963-6665 or visit the website at http://www.kalos-plasticsurgery.com.
For information regarding the upcoming medical mission to Peru or ways to help support Healing the Children, please visit http://www.htcnorcal.org.

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Dr. Stong operating in Peru

It is truly an honor to be a part of the HTC mission to Ica, Peru, once again this year. I am looking forward to making a dramatic difference in the lives of these children and their families, says Dr. Benjamin Stong.



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Market research firm, Fact.MR, predicts that North America will remain the leader in autologous fat grafting. MilfordMD Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Richard E. Buckley shares why his clients prefer to "naturally" enlarge their breasts with autologous fat grafting.

MILFORD, PA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Used for years as a natural facial filler, autologous fat grafting or autologous fat transfer continues to garner traction as a viable replacement for invasive cosmetic surgery, such as breast augmentation. According to research released by Fact.MR, North America is predicted to remain the market leader for the expected robust growth of autologous fat grafting procedures. At MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center in Milford, Penn., cosmetic surgeon Dr. Richard E. Buckley notes how clients have largely favored autologous fat grafting over traditional breast implants.
"Clients love this procedure because it provides a nice enhancement to their breasts that is totally natural. This is a great option for women who want larger breasts, but don't want breast implants," states Dr. Richard E. Buckley. "MilfordMD has many clients who were very excited to do natural breast augmentation utilizing their own fat instead of implants, recognizing that fat transfer and implants do not lift breasts. Breasts with loose skin and sagging require surgical lifting or sometimes lifting with ThermiTight."
Since 2006, breast augmentation continues to be the most popular and frequently performed aesthetic surgery. In 2018, over 300,000 breast augmentation procedures were done which was a 4% increase over 2017, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
"At MilfordMD, breast augmentation is a popular treatment, but not all women are comfortable with having implants in their breasts. Enlarging breasts with autologous fat transfer is an emerging trend across the U.S. and an option we've long offered to help women achieve their desired breast size without implants," says Dr. Buckley. In fact, breast augmentation using fat transfer increased 72% in 2016, according to American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
"In order to move fat to the breast, there needs to be enough fat in the thigh, belly, buttock, arms, or somewhere to accomplish the desired results. With synthetic implants, you can go to whatever size is reasonable and fits. You could go from an A to a D if you wanted," states Dr. Buckley. "With a fat transfer you can increase the breast size by about a cup to cup and a half size per session. This is about 150 to 175 CCs. On average about 70-90% of the fat cells survive the transfer. To get that cup size increase, I put in about 300 CCs of fat, anticipating that about 240 CCs of that survives. If too much fat is added at one time, the cells start crowding one another and it decreases the survivability of the graft."
Breast augmentation with fat transfer involves three steps. First, fatty tissue is gently collected from the thighs, abdomen, buttocks, or other area, using liposuction. Next, the healthy cells are specially prepared for reintroduction by separating fluids removed during liposuction. Then Dr. Buckley carefully places the cells into the breasts to yield the best contours.
"Patients need to have the right expectation with a fat transfer breast augmentation," says Dr. Buckley. "It's a modest improvement of a cup to a cup and a half. This type of breast augmentation is a type artistry and requires a surgeon with the eyes of an artist and skilled hands of an accomplished surgeon. The fat has to be put in gently in tiny aliquots to maximize the surface area of contact between the grafted fat and recipient tissue. Putting in too much can result in clumps that won't get a blood supply and can cause cysts."
It is possible to go from an A to a D cup size using fat grafts but it won't occur in a single procedure as it could with breast implants. According to Dr. Buckley, if there is enough fat, every few months the procedure can be repeated to increase breast size slowly by a cup to cup and a half size each session.
Traditional breast augmentation using implants requires an incision, dissecting a "pocket," and placing the implant into that pocket before stitching to finish. With an autologous fat transfer, there is only a small entry point and zero cutting.
"Since we are not using synthetic implants, there is no risk of capsular contracture, rupture of saline or leakage of the silicone," says Dr. Buckley. "For women who don't want the hassle or complications that come with implants and want results that are as natural as possible, fat transfer for breast augmentation is the ideal option. Results are excellent, natural-looking and smooth breasts."
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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Dr. Richard E. Buckley agrees with market research firm Fact.MR's prediction and shares why his clients prefer to naturally enlarge breasts with autologous fat grafting over traditional implants.

For women who don't want the "hassle" or complications that may come with implants and want results that are as natural as possible, fat transfer for breast augmentation may be an ideal option. Fat augmentation results in natural-looking and smooth breasts.



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Cosmetic Town takes an in-depth look at medical boards across the United States to learn how doctors become board-certified in certain medical specialties.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Cosmetic surgery continues to grow in popularity and this is reflected in statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). According to the ASPS, there were 17.7-million cosmetic procedures performed in the United States in 2018 which was a 2% increase over the previous year. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported that some of the most popular cosmetic surgical procedures include rhinoplasty and breast augmentation while the top minimally invasive cosmetic procedures include Botox, soft tissue fillers and chemical peels. Patients search for doctors that have experience in performing these procedures and this includes doctors that are board-certified by various medical boards in the United States. In order to help patients learn more about the functions of these medical boards, Cosmetic Town is turning the spotlight on these medical boards with a new series of weekly articles.
According to the senior editor of Cosmetic Town, "Cosmetic surgery can sometimes be a bit overwhelming to patients during the research stage. The process of finding a board-certified doctor can be confusing and patients often need a bit of help in finding the right doctor to handle their procedures. Medical boards list the doctors that are board-certified by their organization on their websites and this series of articles is designed to help patients find the information they desire about the medical boards."
The senior editor added, "Our series of articles about medical boards is more than just a way for patients to find board-certified doctors in certain medical specialties. The articles cover the history of the medical boards as well as take a closer look at how doctors can apply to become board-certified and the steps they need to complete to earn the board certification. In addition, we take a look at the various treatments and areas of the body that the medical boards focus on so patients will know if the doctor they are researching has the necessary experience in treating a certain area of the body."
The senior editor noted the Cosmetic Town news team has covered a variety of medical boards in the first month of the articles series. "So far, we've spotlighted the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (feet and leg surgery), the American Board of Ophthalmology (eye surgery) and the American Board of Dermatology (skin, nails and hair treatment including skin cancers, moles and melanoma). Our series of medical board articles will run weekly through March and are designed to give patients the information they need to find the right doctor to handle their desired cosmetic procedure."
About Cosmetic Town 
Cosmetic Town is an online cosmetic medicine publication whose mission is to share knowledge, inspire people and improve lives though cosmetic medicine. The website features doctors who were endorsed and highly recommended by their peers. Its reliable and streamlined database allows users to easily access the cosmetic surgery information they need with just a click of a button.

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Our series of medical board articles will run weekly through March and are designed to give patients the information they need to find the right doctor to handle their desired cosmetic procedure. - Cosmetic Town Senior Editor



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Dr. Edward Halusic, respected oral surgeon of The Facial Surgery Center, has now placed over 7,000 dental implants to replace missing teeth in Greensburg, PA.

GREENSBURG, PA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Renowned oral surgeon, Dr. Edward Halusic, has now placed over 7,000 dental implants for patients in Mt. Pleasant and Greensburg, PA with missing teeth. Always at the forefront of implantology, Dr. Halusic keeps his practice, The Facial Surgery Center, up to date with the latest technology and provides the most advanced treatment in the industry. In addition to individual dental implants, Dr. Halusic offers All-on-4 full mouth dental implant treatment guided by CHROME GuidedSMILE technology to help patients permanently replace broken or missing teeth.
Dr. Halusic has over 35 years of experience as a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Early in the rise of modern dental implants, Dr. Halusic realized 3D imaging plays an instrumental role in providing quality dental implant care. As a result, he was one of the first oral surgeons to have a CT scan in his office, which is something frequently only offered at hospitals. He was also the first surgeon in the world to perform All-on-4 reconstructive surgery using CHROME guided technology.
CHROME technology provides preplanned, predictable guides for dental implant surgeons. CHROME creates a digital workflow and physical guides to direct an oral surgeon to place the implants in the precise location for the most accurate and longest-lasting results. This technology not only reduces the length of the surgery, but it also reduces prosthetic complications and increases the implants' long-term success rate.
Dental implants provide a permanent tooth replacement solution to missing teeth and loose or ill-fitting dentures. A dental implant is a titanium post that is gently inserted into the jawbone and topped with a dental crown. The dental crown is customized to match the patient's facial aesthetics and personal preferences. Unlike traditional dentures, which provide only a 10% chewing efficiency compared to natural teeth, the crowns on dental implants are made of such strong material, they can fully restore a patient's ability to speak and chew.
Dr. Halusic provides cutting-edge dental implant treatment along with his associate, Dr. Christian Moore, at The Facial Surgery Center. For the convenience of their patients, they offer this service at two locations, with practices in Greensburg and Mt. Pleasant, PA.
Those looking for a permanent solution to replace missing teeth in Greensburg, Mt. Pleasant, and surrounding Pittsburgh, PA areas can connect with Drs. Halusic and Moore for a consultation. To schedule an appointment at The Facial Surgery Center, call 724-836-1060 for the Greensburg, PA location, 724-547-0999 for the Mt. Pleasant, PA location, or visit http://www.thefacialsurgerycenter.com.
About the Oral Surgeons
The Facial Surgery Center is an oral and maxillofacial surgery practice offering groundbreaking dental implant care in Greensburg, Mt. Pleasant, and the greater Pittsburgh, PA area. Dr. Edward Halusic has over 35 years of experience and is dual board-certified in both oral and maxillofacial surgery and anesthesiology. Not only was Dr. Halusic the first to offer All-on-4 dental implants in his area, but he was a first surgeon in the world to provide this revolutionary full mouth dental implant solution with CHROME GuidedSMILE technology. Dr. Christian Moore earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh and has trained under some of the leading names in oral and maxillofacial surgery today. In addition to dental implants, The Facial Surgery Center offers cutting-edge oral surgery and facial aesthetics treatments, including wisdom teeth extractions, jaw surgery, in-house anesthesia, BOTOX, and laser wrinkle reduction. To learn more about The Facial Surgery Center, Drs. Edward Halusic and Christian Moore, and the state-of-the-art services provided at this practice, call 724-836-1060 for the Greensburg, PA location, 724-547-0999 for the Mt. Pleasant, PA office, or visit http://www.thefacialsurgerycenter.com.

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Oral Surgeon, Dr. Edward Halusic, Places Over 7,000 Dental Implants in Greensburg, PA

Dental implants provide a permanent tooth replacement solution to missing teeth and loose or ill-fitting dentures



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NJ Top Docs has reviewed and approved board-certified pediatrician, Dr. Andrzej Klos for 2020.

SCOTCH PLAINS, N.J. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 21, 2020
As a board certified pediatrician for over 40 years, Dr. Andrzej Klos provides care for newborns, children, teens, and young adults up to the age of 18. Dr. Klos is motivated each and every day by his sincere desire to help children. No matter what, the patient is the priority.
Services provided by Dr. Klos range from well baby exams and consultations when children are ill to painless ear piercing. He also offers vaccinations in addition to speech, vision, and hearing testing.
"I strive to provide long-term, partnering relationships built on trust and mutual respect. My goal is to provide the very highest quality medical care for infants, children, and teenagers," says Dr. Klos.
NJ Top Docs has reviewed and approved Dr. Andrzej Klos every year consecutively since 2015. 2020 marks his sixth year of being an approved NJ Top Doc.
To learn more about Dr. Andrzej Klos, please visit: https://njtopdocs.com/nj-doctors/andrzejklosmd/
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NJ Top Docs is a division of USA Top Docs which allows patients to meet providers online before making their appointment. 
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