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Highly respected dental implant specialist, Dr. Dan Holtzclaw, named on Global Summits Institute's list of World's Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry. Dr. Holtzclaw founded DIA Dental Implant Center where he and his team of specialists offer dental implants, a life-changing tooth replacement solution, placed with an impeccable combination of experience and cutting-edge technology.

AUSTIN, TX (PRWEB) MARCH 05, 2020
Dental implant specialist and founder of DIA Dental Implant Center in Austin, TX, Dr. Dan Holtzclaw, was selected as one of the World's Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry for the year 2020 by Global Summits Institute. Nominated by his peers and evaluated by a committee of leaders in the dental industry, Dr. Holtzclaw was recognized for his contributions to the field of implant dentistry. Dr. Holtzclaw works with a team of highly talented and experienced oral surgeons, prosthodontists, periodontists and dental technicians all under one roof to provide industry-leading tooth replacement solutions at his state-of-the-art practice.
The World's Top 100 Doctors recognition is a lifetime achievement award for exceptional services rendered to the art and science of the profession of dentistry. The doctors who make this list exemplify clinical excellence, innovation, research, organizational leadership, and entrepreneurship in serving humanity as well as advancing the global healthcare industry. This year, respected doctors from over 70 countries make the list, including Dr. Holtzclaw.
Dr. Holtzclaw has skillfully created a dental implant practice in Austin, TX that allows patients to receive all of the treatment needed for dental implant placement under one roof. Using world-class Zirkonzahn technology and a team of experts that work together to perform each step of the dental implant process, DIA Dental Implant Center can provide a permanent tooth replacement solution for even those with complex cases of missing teeth and bone loss. Dr. Holtzclaw pioneered the DIArch dental implant treatment, allowing his team to replace a full mouth of missing teeth in just one day, and the practice is one of few in the country to provide pterygoid and zygomatic dental implants for those with severe bone loss.
Those looking for a permanent tooth replacement solution in Austin, TX can connect with Dr. Holtzclaw and the highly experienced dental implant specialists at DIA Dental Implant Center for a consultation. To schedule an appointment, call 512-375-0050 or visit http://www.diadentalimplants.com.
About the Practice
DIA Dental Implant Center was founded by Dr. Dan Holtzclaw, one of the world's leading authorities on full arch immediately loaded dental implant treatment. Using experience from thousands of dental implant procedures, Dr. Holtzclaw pioneered the DIArch implant teeth-in-a-day treatment concept, which allows patients to receive a new dental implant smile in just one day. With an in-house laboratory utilizing world-class Zirkonzahn technology, staff oral surgeons, staff prosthodontists, and experienced dental technicians, DIA Dental Implant Center is able to provide industry leading dental implant treatment in one convenient location, eliminating the need for patients to travel to multiple offices, as is required with most traditional dental offices. To learn more about the DIA Dental Implant Center advantage visit http://www.diadentalimplants.com or call 512-375-0050. 

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Dr. Dan Holtzclaw, Dental Implant Specialist, Named World's Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry

Nominated by his peers and evaluated by a committee of leaders in the dental industry, Dr. Holtzclaw was recognized for his contributions to the field of implant dentistry.



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Experts from Scepter offer key safety tips related to fuel use and storage in conjunction with National Poison Prevention Week, March 15-21, 2020.

MIAMI, OKLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 05, 2020
Keeping people safe from poisonous solids, liquids, sprays and gases is the focus of National Poison Prevention Week, March 15-21, 2020.
Established in 1961 by Congress, National Poison Prevention Week seeks to raise awareness, reduce unintentional poisonings, and promote poison prevention. It is sponsored by the National Poison Prevention Week Council, a division of Health Resources & Services Administration of the U.S. government.
"Unintentional digestion of poisonous materials can have lasting harmful effects," says Daniel Marshall, vice president of marketing and business development with Scepter. "Items that can be found around the home, such as batteries, lighter fluid, gasoline and even nail polish remover, should be safety stored away from children."
Keeping Fuel Away from Children 
According to the 2019 National Poison Prevention Week presidential proclamation, more than 90 percent of accidental poisonings occur in the home, and children are particularly vulnerable. The proclamation states that each year, an average of 85,000 children visit emergency rooms across the country to receive care after exposure to poison.
Fuel is a poison that should be kept securely away from children. More than a decade ago the United States Consumer Product Safety Commissionmandated specially-designed safety operating systems be added to fuel containers to add a layer of child safety regarding fuel containers. Additional rulings and standard updates have taken place since that time, all with the goal of keeping children safe from fuel.
While first generations of the child-safety operating systems were difficult to use, recent changes have gained widespread approval from homeowners. Over the years, manufacturers have fine-tuned child-resistant containers, making them easier for general operation but still difficult for children to use.
A New Generation of Easy-to-Use Fuel Containers 
"We created our Scepter SmartControl fuel containers with childproof spouts that are a step above other containers in the marketplace," says Marshall. "The fold-flat child lock provides a design that makes it easy to fill a mower with a simple squeeze. However, it's almost impossible for young children to mistakenly get gas out of the container."
The spout on the SmartControl fuel containers has a squeeze controlled flow rate, making it easy to fill everything from lawnmowers to ATVs to snow blowers without spilling a drop. That safety feature eliminates the chance of poisonous fuel accumulating on a garage floor, driveway or lawn.
With a single motion, the user simply presses the lever up to unlock the child safety feature with the palm of the hand, and then squeezes the large button. This first squeeze is done when upright to vent the container. Then, place the nozzle over the tank and squeeze again to pour just the right amount of fuel.
10 Fuel Safety Tips 
According to Marshall, even adults can make a mistake when dealing with fuel and fuel containers. Key safety tips to keep in mind during National Poison Prevention Week and throughout the year include:
Tip #1 - Never siphon fuel by mouth. 
Tip #2 – Recognize that fuel vapors can be ignited by an ignition source many feet away; do not smoke when using a fuel container. 
Tip #3 – Avoid prolonged breathing of fuel vapors and remember to store and use fuel in well-ventilated areas. 
Tip #4 – Keep fuel containers away from flame, pilot lights, stoves, heaters, electric motors and other sources of ignition. 
Tip #5 – Keep fuel containers closed and out of reach of children and pets. Safely store them in a garage, barn or shed. 
Tip #6 – Never remove or alter the flame mitigation devise (FMD) inside the opening of the container. The FMD is a safety device intended to reduce the chance of some types of fires and explosions. 
Tip #7 – Do not pour fuel directly onto or near a flame, coals, embers or any other source of ignition. And never use fuel to start or accelerate a fire. 
Tip #8 – Use fuel containers outdoors only; storing or using gasoline in the home or in a vehicle is a health hazard. 
Tip #9 – Never try to kill ant hills or bee hives by pouring gasoline on them; fuel should never be used for these purposes. 
Tip #10 – Gasoline can be fatal if swallowed. Do not induce vomiting. Call 911 immediately. For more insights visit the HRSA poison help document.
For those homeowners needing new or additional fuel containers, investing in easy-to-use SmartControl fuel containers is a smart move. Available in one-, two- and five-gallon gas, kerosene and diesel sizes, the durable SmartControl containers can be filled and safely stored when not in use.
Recognized by This Old House magazine as a "Top 20 Best New Product of 2019" in the Lawn & Garden category, SmartControl containers are also the recipient of the "Best in Class" Award at the 2018 National Hardware Show. Constructed in the U.S.A. of durable and safe high-density polyethylene, SmartControl containers can be found throughout the U.S. in The Home Depot, Walmart, Lowe's, AutoZone, Pep Boys, Target and Northern Tool + Equipment stores. Visit http://www.scepter.com for more information.

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Scepter SmartControl fuel containers feature childproof spouts. The fold-flat child lock makes it almost impossible for young children to get gas out of a fuel container.

Items that can be found around the home, such as batteries, lighter fluid, gasoline and even nail polish remover, should be safety stored away from children.



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Dr. Michael Bilof and Dr. Basil Yurcisin of Garden State Bariatrics & Wellness Center have been re-reviewed and approved by NJ Top Docs for the ninth consecutive year. Both doctors are highly educated, have years of experience and are recognized as two of the top bariatric surgeons in New Jersey.
Dr. Bilof and Dr. Yurcisin understand that their patients have chosen a complete lifestyle change which requires expertise, passion and the utmost compassion. They are both Fellows of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery.
Dr. Bilof began his career practicing vascular surgery. It was in this field that he continuously saw chronically ill patients suffering from type two diabetes and other associated medical problems common to bariatric patients, including high blood pressure and heart disease. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Bilof was frustrated by only being able to treat the symptoms, not the source of the problem. Once he discovered that bariatric surgery could potentially reverse diabetes, Dr. Bilof knew he found his true calling - bariatric medicine.
Dr. Yurcisin' s fellowship in bariatric surgery was completed at Duke University Medical Center which is one of the top programs in the country for minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. Dr. Yurcisin has performed several hundred surgeries to date and is relentless when it comes to ensuring that his patients get top-of-the-line care.
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MyComfortMD announced that it has released the innovative Clara text-based digital coach chatbot for patients scheduled to go through a total knee replacement surgery. Clara sends daily reminders, instructions, and inspiration directly to the patients' phone using text messages. The Clara chatbot can also answer many patients' questions in a two-way text conversations driven by artificial intelligence.
Surgeons Created a Surgery Digital Coach Chatbot 
In order to leverage technology to improve patient care, three surgeons pioneered a clinically validated set of surgical instructions that's captured the hearts and minds of knee replacement patients. The SMS-based chatbot coaches patients before and after surgery by delivering informative and empathetic content that's been clinically shown to improve patient satisfaction and outcomes. The chatbot's effectiveness lies in its ability to truly engage patients, who proclaim that the text messages become an integral part of their daily life throughout their surgical journey.
What does the Digital Coach Chatbot Look Like? 
The Chatbot uses standard SMS text messages that we all use on our phones every day. There are no apps to download on your phone, worries about privacy, or companies intercepting your data. After you purchase Clara, enrollment instructions are sent via text, and you enroll directly from your phone entering your surgery date. Then Clara will send you the proper time sequenced information that is relevant for the stage you are in your surgical journey. You can see Clara in action in this video.
Does Clara Work? Yes - Positive Results in the 2019 Study on Digital Coach Chatbots 
To understand whether a digital coach chatbot is effective, a study was conducted by physicians at Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois and the Department of Interventional Radiology, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a text-messaging (Short Message Service [SMS]) bot with respect to patient engagement following joint replacement procedures in a randomized clinical trial. The results of this study were published in The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (JBJS) on January 16, 2019 report: A Novel, Automated Text-Messaging System Is Effective in Patients Undergoing Total Joint Arthroplasty. The link to this JBJS study is on the Clara product page.
Clinically Proven Results 
The report found significant positive outcomes: 
1. Clara patients stopped their narcotics 10 days sooner than those without Clara's messages. 
2. Clara patients exercised for 8.6 minutes more daily when compared to users who did not use Clara. 
3. Clara patients registered an improved mood (more positive). 
4. Clara patients placed fewer phone calls to their surgeon's office. 
5. Clara patients had greater range of motion 3 weeks after surgery. 
6. Patients with Clara had fewer visits to the emergency room.
Patients Love the Clara Chatbot 
Many patient testimonials have shown the benefits of the Clara Digital Coach such as:
"This is the best idea ever to keep in contact with patients via text and lead them through the recovery process & physical therapy exercises. I always looked forward to getting my text messages and they were always pertinent to where I was & what I was thinking in the post-surgery process. Thank you!"
"The text messages reminded me to perform different exercises in a timely manner and be patient with the recovery during painful time from the surgery. It makes you feel like you're not alone in this long process! What a great concept, really glad I had it for my knee replacement."
"The Digital Coach was very helpful. Best way to get information before and after surgery, especially when you need help. I didn't want the messages to end! They are my support every day!"
How Do I Learn More or Purchase the Digital Coach Chatbot? 
You can find more information on the Clara Digital Coach and the other MyComfortMD knee surgery recovery products that complement Clara's instructions on the MyComfortMD website.

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Clara Digital Coach Chatbot

The Clara Digital Coach was very helpful. Best way to get information before and after surgery, especially when you need help. I didn't want the messages to end. They are my support every day!




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Kitty Cowell explains her laser hair removal treatment results at Pulse Light Clinic.

LONDON (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
Fed up of having to continually remove your body hair?
"The current trend/embracing of body hair is cool. I wish that was the case growing up for me, I would have felt less awkward and uncomfortable knowing its 'normal.' As a teenager when myself and my peers started to go through puberty, we were obviously all different in our experiences. I didn't know that was normal either. If my friends' experience was different from mine, I just felt odd. I'm very pale, and when I started to get body hair it was a mix of blond and very dark, coarse hairs.
In the 'normal' areas I got a lot of hair, it was all dark and thick, like my underarms. Plus my skin is very sensitive so I would get shaving rash and ingrowing hairs which I was so embarrassed about.
So basically I could either be hairy, or rashy. And like I say if you are into keeping your hair, that's rad. I personally like to be smooth, which has always been quite unachievable.
On top of that, I felt chubby and didn't have the 'perfect' washboard tummy and I was totally obsessed with getting one... I've now happily realised we don't all need a ripped tummy, and yes mine is pretty good these days. but as you can see when I sit down, it's not flat and that's OK! I have a womb... We are all different and I'm glad I know that these days.
I remember one sports day being so embarrassed as I had forgotten to shave my armpits, and honestly, after a few days, I would be mega hairy! And I was convinced the teeshirt I wore was baggy so you could see my pits... I wanted to die the whole time. I wasn't even wearing a vest, it was a tee and I was still ashamed!
When it came to bikinis I would always try and find ones with more coverage or shorts as bottoms! I also took to fake tanning as I felt like it would cover up the shaving rash more than my pale skin would... It was all so much effort, stress and anxiety!
At age 18 I had some savings and I found out about laser and I went and spent all my money on getting my bikini line done. It changed my life massively. I had been wanting to have more done for years when I was approached by Pulse Light Clinic.
They offered me some different treatments they have, and I chose laser hair removal. We topped up my bikini like, and then started on my legs and now I am having my underarms done.
It's been amazing! I don't need to shave every other day now. My legs have had 6 sessions and I hardly get any hairs on them now, and the ones I do are super light. Apart from the areas where I have tattoos, unfortunately, you can't have those done. But that's my fault!
Having my underarms is seriously liberating for me. My armpits would get so rashy when I shaved and I had to do it at least every other day if I wanted to be smooth. And shaving that much just caused me more rashes.
I can finally wear vests all the time and it's amazing! Also, no more cover-up bikinis if I don't want them. Honestly, when you have felt trapped and needing to cover up in summer most of your life.. and never being comfortable to wear a strappy top for more than 1 day a week (because if I over shaved I would have a rash and if I didn't shave I would be hairy after two days).
Like I've mentioned the liberation of female body hair is also making me feel MUCH better. If I do have some hair now I know it's normal and frankly, other people can get over it. 
I'm going to continue with my armpits but after only 3 sessions it's made a HUGE difference.
It does hurt – it's like very short sharp bursts of quick pain, a bit like a tattoo needle but doesn't last as long. It's over SO quickly so, to be honest, it doesn't hurt that much as it doesn't last! It is normal to be red after, for about 12/24 hours is usually how long it lasts on me.
Using the Alexandrite & ND: YAG Gentle Max Pro by Syneron Candela laser hair removal treatments can reduce ingrowing hairs massively. It is suitable for all skin types, both men and women (aged over 18 only). Not only are ingrown hairs painful and irritating but the red spots and bumps can be embarrassing and affect our self-esteem. Just like it did with me."



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Magical I Am Inc., developers of a game-based app to help dyslexic children overcome their reading and learning disability, today reported that parents said their children were "really engaged and into it" during demonstration sessions of the product held last Fall.
Magical I Am Inc., is an emerging edutainment application development company that was founded by CEO Bill Allen, who was diagnosed with dyslexia in 1963. Allen, a Georgia State University graduate, was a successful real estate agent who spent seven years as a facilitator for the Davis Dyslexia Correction program based in Burlingame, Calif. Prior to founding Magical I Am, Allen created and developed the Learning to Read Program.
Magical I Am uses three-dimensional imagery and an app-based game format that makes learning fun and easier for dyslexic children. As they make their way through the game, children are able to master abstract words and their meanings, progressing as they conquer each level of the game. The Magical I Am game has been successfully tested in demonstration sessions with dozens of dyslexic and non-dyslexic children.
"My daughter enjoyed the game; it was a positive experience for her," said Sarah McAfee. "I think she was really engaged and into it." Joe Pellizzari's daughter had a similar experience. "She stayed engaged throughout the game," he said. "I think she found it interesting and it held her attention."
"The content of the program was very good," said Rachel Galotti. "My daughter liked the fact that it was digital platform and that is what kids today respond to. It also had a rewards basis which helped to keep her interest in going from level to level. She had a lot of fun with the game."
The company's game-based app was developed by longtime game industry veteran and UCLA film school graduate, Sunil Thankamushy, who has also worked for Dreamworks and Electronic Arts. Thankamushy said the demonstration sessions validated the core concepts of the game. "We were very pleased that the children found it easy to understand the game and quickly move thru various levels," he said.
"As someone who was able to overcome dyslexia, I know the devastating effects it can have, especially on children," said Allen. "I am also aware that traditional programs are very expensive and often out of reach for most families. In the United States, less than one percent of the dyslexic population can afford the dyslexia correction methodologies available today."
Magical I Am focuses on the formative ages of kindergarten through the fifth grade. The app addresses the key challenge for the dyslexic or reading impaired child – the mastery of abstract words. It will be extremely affordable for the 99 percent of the families who can't afford the expensive dyslexic programs being offered today. The company is putting the finishing touches on its first mobile app game, which is expected to launch this spring.
In addition to Allen and Thankamushy, other key leaders of the company are veteran Atlanta entrepreneur, Eric Scharff, who serves as the company's chief operating officer and chief financial officer. Marcia Hart, who co-developed the Learning to Read Program with Allen, serves as educational director of the company.
For more information on Magical I Am, please visit https://www.magicaliam.com/
Magical I Am Inc., based in Marietta, Ga., is a gaming and educational software development company focusing on programs and tools to help dyslexic children overcome the learning disability. The company is developing Magical I Am, a mobile app game that provides the fun of adventure while negotiating learning challenges that teach children to read abstract words and symbols.


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Top honors have been given to ESR Scientist Dr. John Buckleton for work that's making a significant contribution on the world stage.
Buckleton is being awarded the Adelaide Medal by the International Association of Forensic Sciences. The Medal acknowledges scientific work that internationally has resulted in a change of direction, new thinking, or significant improvement in existing forensic methodologies.
Dr Buckleton is considered a world leader in the interpretation and analysis of forensic evidence. He is also one of the developers of STRmix.
As part of the STRmix team, Buckleton, along with follow ESR scientist Dr Jo-Anne Bright and Duncan Taylor from Forensic Science South Australia, revolutionized DNA interpretation by creating software that analyzes complex DNA samples faster and more accurately.
Over his career, Dr Buckleton has examined more than 2,000 cases, given evidence about 200 times, and co-authored more than 200 significant publications in forensic science, including shoeprints, firearms, DNA, blood grouping, fire debris analysis, glass, and paint.
For Dr Buckleton, forensics is everything. He notes, "It's my whole life. I wake up and do it, and I dream about it at night. It's just fantastic – the problem-solving aspects, the camaraderie of working on important issues. And if I go to my grave thinking, I've made some contribution to justice that would be good."
Dr Buckleton will be formally presented with the medal at the IAFS meeting being held in Sydney, Australia in September.


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Medphine was recently featured in TopRCM.com, their editor experienced our customer service and also conducted interview with our CEO Reetu Singh. With the permission of TopRCM.com, we would like to proudly share their review with our media friends, as below:

FAIRFIELD, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
TopRCM brings to you the unbiased reviews for revenue cycle companies and today we are featuring Medphine.com. With a promise to improve the financial life of its providers, Medphine is established in Fairfield, NJ and has delivery centers spread across the globe. They promise to deliver the best of both worlds. But is that even possible? We tried to investigate how they ensure compliance and stay updated with the ever-changing healthcare guidelines, and see what their clients have to say?
Customer Service 
We started our review by directly calling their contact center where we found a prompt response team that helped us with our concern as we posed as providers looking for a Medical billing company. Their staff is well-trained and educated on the subject and the experience was a pleasant one, ensuring that no provider will ever have to wait to get their queries answered as their dedicated team managers are prompt to respond and always just a call away.
Leadership 
Our next step was to talk to the company's CEO Reetu Singh. When asked, what she thinks where the practices usually go wrong with their billing? She said, "Almost, always outsourcing is a reactive decision instead of a proactive process, by the time practices decide to choose an outsourcing vendor they are bursting at the seams with various billing issues. Technology has enabled the businesses to be multidimensional however healthcare particularly has been relatively slow to adapt to these changes, even today prejudice exists about outsourcing the billing."
She further added, "Medphine is enabling providers to gain a new perspective by working through it's augmented service delivery model where we collaborate with practices in a systematic & strategic manner enabling them to expand their bandwidth and knowledge on the subject of claim reimbursements by using methods of precision billing."
When asked how they ensure compliance and stay updated with industry changes, she replied they work with AAPC certified resources and further train them on HIPAA guidelines & provide specific project training before starting a new project. They also attend various healthcare conferences, seminars and conduct annual refresher training to brush up their skills and stay ahead in the game.
Our Takeaway 
Medphine provides the most affordable yet highly efficient service in the medical billing industry. Providers looking for a reliable team that does its job with simplicity and have great work ethics should definitely try out Medphine. You don't need to switch to a new billing system, deal with patient billing queries, worry about new CMS billing guidelines or hire and train new billing staff as that's the cushion Medphine promises to provide.
TopRCM Ratings:
Customer Support     -     5/5 
Leadership        -    5/5 
Knowledge        -    5/5 
HIPAA Assurance    -    5/5 
Affordability        -    5/5
About Medphine: 
Medphine.com It is a comprehensive revenue cycle management service, and medical billing and coding service provider, that has been helping healthcare practices, multi specialties, or independent facilities across the USA strengthen their financial standing to operate profitably.
About TopRCM: 
TopRCM.com is a one stop review platform to find about the world's best EMR, EHR, Practice Management Softwares, RCM companies, Healthcare News, Research, Guide, Interviews, Ratings and Reviews.
To learn more about Medphine Medical Billing Services, Visit https://www.medphine.com/




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TopConsumerReviews.com recently gave its highest rating to Noom, a popular diet and weight loss program that focuses on psychology to help people make healthy choices that last.
While there's no time quite like the New Year for a renewed interest in shedding some unwanted pounds, "how to lose weight" is a popular search term year-round. Even though it's tempting to jump on the bandwagon with the latest fad diet promising to drop 10 pounds by next week, the most effective weight loss plans usually focus on slow and steady changes that dieters can maintain over long periods of time. Although there will always be "get thin quick!" schemes out there, a number of Popular Diets available today absolutely deliver when it comes to healthy weight loss. As always, it is recommended that people consult with their primary care physician before undertaking any new, significant changes to their eating and exercise habits, to avoid injury or any complications with medications or other factors.
"If you've seen Noom advertised on TV or social media and wondered if it could help you to lose weight once and for all, the answer is a resounding 'yes!'," enthused Brian Dolezal of TopConsumerReviews.com, LLC. "Advertised as 'the last weight loss program you'll ever need', Noom takes a strictly app-based approach to helping you tackle the obstacles that may have prevented you from being successful with losing weight in the past. You'll be given daily tasks that invite you to address the psychology behind your habits - like emotional eating, avoiding exercise, or self-sabotage - so that you can first become aware of them and then work step-by-step to address them in healthy ways. This is one of the only Popular Diets on the market today that includes mentoring with two real-life coaches, giving you personalized insights and feedback on your unique journey to health. Plus, unlike restrictive weight loss plans that cut out all of your favorite foods, Noom doesn't consider any food as 'off-limits'. Instead, you'll focus on flexible eating, and everything in moderation. Thousands of people have successfully used Noom to lose weight, and it can work for you too. For all of these reasons and more, we are excited to give Noom our highest rating in 2020 as our first choice among Popular Diets."
To find out more about Noom and other Popular Diets, including reviews and comparison rankings, please visit the Popular Diets category of TopConsumerReviews.com athttps://www.topconsumerreviews.com/populardiets/.
About Noom 
Noom, Inc., a leader in mobile health coaching, combines the power of technology with the empathy of real human coaches to deliver successful behavior change at scale. With the largest number of health coaches nationwide, Noom's direct-to-consumer weight loss and fitness mobile behavior change programs have reached more than 47 million users across the globe. Noom offers curricula across the acuity spectrum and now features programs for pre-hypertension, hypertension and diabetes management in addition to its flagship weight loss and diabetes prevention programs. Noom has offices in New York City, Seoul and Tokyo.
About TopConsumerReviews.com 
TopConsumerReviews.com, LLC is a leading provider of reviews and rankings for thousands of consumer products and services. From Popular Diets to Personal Trainers and Online Fitness Programs, TopConsumerReviews.com delivers in-depth product evaluations in order to make purchasing decisions easier. 

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For all of these reasons and more, we are excited to give Noom our highest rating in 2020 as our first choice among Popular Diets.



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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 James Song, MD, Bel Air Urology in Forest Hill, MD has been designated as a UroLift Center of Excellence. The designation recognizes that Dr. Song 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. James Song 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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Treasurer and Vice President, Investor Relations
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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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Human Resources Veteran Brings Significant Experience as Leading Healthcare Governance, Risk and Compliance SaaS Platform Prepares for Next Phase of Growth

HOUSTON (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
symplr, a leading healthcare governance, risk management, and compliance ("GRC") software-as-a-service ("SaaS") platform, backed by Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates, "Clearlake") and SkyKnight Capital (together with its affiliates, "SkyKnight"), today announced that Heath Foist has joined as Chief People and Culture Officer and member of symplr's executive management team, effective immediately.
"While our software and solutions make GRC easier for the healthcare community, it is our people who make our platform exponentially better," said Rick Pleczko, CEO at symplr. "Heath's work will focus on driving value for our employees, helping teams and individuals be their best. As we continue to enjoy our exciting pace of growth, we remain focused on enhancing our people and our culture, and we are delighted to welcome Heath to the symplr family."
"I am beyond thrilled to join the dynamic and dedicated team at symplr, which is focused on creating a progressive and unique culture to continue to innovate its market-leading software platform," said Mr. Foist. "The depth of talent at the company combined with the high degree of growth make this the opportunity of a lifetime."
"For symplr to sustain its impressive growth and industry-leading position, it is critical for the company to continue to attract and retain the right people," said Prashant Mehrotra and Paul Huber of Clearlake. "We are confident that with Heath on the executive management team, symplr will continue building a world-class, forward-thinking workforce, ensuring the company is a great place to work and underpinning the strength of symplr's leading healthcare GRC software platform."
Mr. Foist brings 25 years of experience to symplr, most recently serving as Chief People Officer at Field Service Holdings. Previously, he was Chief People Officer at Omnitracs. Earlier in his career, Mr. Foist served in HR leadership roles at Bank of America, SAP, and Sabre, as well as an HR Strategy and Management consulting leader at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Mr. Foist earned a BBA from The McCombs Business School at the University of Texas Austin.
About symplr 
Founded in 2006, symplr is a global leader in enterprise Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) SaaS solutions and professional services. symplr focuses on a single mission: to make healthcare GRC simpler and more efficient for the global healthcare community. The symplr platform offers solutions that span provider data management, provider credentialing services, patient safety, workforce management, and vendor management. Customers count on symplr every day to help protect and streamline their businesses with reliable and innovative GRC solutions. More information is available at http://www.symplr.com.
About Clearlake Capital 
Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. is a leading private investment firm founded in 2006. With a sector-focused approach, the firm seeks to partner with world-class management teams by providing patient, long-term capital to dynamic businesses that can benefit from Clearlake's operational improvement approach, O.P.S. The firm's core target sectors are technology, industrials, and consumer. Clearlake currently has over $17 billion of assets under management and its senior investment principals have led or co-led over 200 investments. More information is available at http://www.clearlake.com.
About SkyKnight Capital         
Founded in 2015, SkyKnight Capital brings together an experienced investment team and a flexible, long-duration approach to private equity investing. SkyKnight focuses on partnering with high-quality businesses in acyclical growth sectors alongside exceptional management teams. SkyKnight manages capital on behalf of institutional family offices and leading endowments. The firm seeks investments in the Healthcare, TMT, Transportation & Logistics, and Business Services industries. SkyKnight platform investments to date have consisted of equity commitments ranging from $10 million to over $200 million. For additional information, please contact Mara Hunt (mara@skyknightcapital.com). 

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BigTech is stepping into the healthcare arena armed with a technological advantage and an ability to help healthcare payers improve their meager margins, which traditionally hover around 2 to 4%. According to Everest Group, payers are primarily utilizing the solutions and products of BigTechs to improve their member experience and operational processes, with care management being the primary area of focus.
BigTechs are helping payers to improve their customer-facing platforms, leverage chatbots to handle customer traffic, and have better access to members' health data – leading to better customer experience and business growth. Payers are also using automation solutions (such as automated claims management services) from these firms to enhance their operational efficiencies and reduce cost.
Payers are currently investing $22.8 billion in the IT services (ITS) market, with 21% devoted to digital platforms and technologies. Everest Group predicts $32.2 billion in ITS spending by healthcare payers (a 5.9% increase) by 2025, with a 13.8% increase in spending on digital as compared to a 3.2% increase in traditional IT services.
"BigTechs such as Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google already have a track record of disrupting major industries such as retail and telecommunications," said Nitish Mittal, vice president, Technology, at Everest Group. "These technology giants are now invading the healthcare payer industry – with many already making/announcing significant investments for transforming the industry.
"The healthcare industry makes an attractive target for BigTech," continued Mittal. "Healthcare is one of the biggest industries in the U.S., expected to account for 19.4% of the GDP by 2022, and it is notorious for its rampantly rising costs and poor performance on quality indicators. The BigTech companies bring their data analytics expertise, customer-centric digital solutions, agility and consumer-trusted brands—all of which can be leveraged to improve care management and every other stage of the payer value chain, from product development to policy servicing and from IT infrastructure to claims management and business processes."
Everest Group explores the potential implications of BigTech's investments in the healthcare industry in its recently published report, Healthcare Payer State of the Market – Trends, Service Provider Performance in 2019, and Outlook for 2020. The report examines the global 2019 healthcare Information Technology Services (ITS) service provider landscape and covers themes expected to garner greater interest in 2020, including the following: 

Shift to value-based care (rather than fee-for-service): Employers, health plans, and government purchasers of healthcare are pushing for a transition to value- based payment models. The premise of this shift is to align physician, hospital, lab, doctor, and nurse incentives with health outcomes of their patients and the quality of services rendered.

Broadening role of healthcare payers: The healthcare landscape in the US is witnessing a convergence between payers and providers, with multiple collaborations in the form of mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic alliances, etc. This convergence is critical to succeed in the value-based care model as collaboration between health plans and providers leads to efficient data sharing, higher accountability and transparency, better outcomes, lower costs, and improved patient experience.

Data monetization: The healthcare industry's ever-growing repository of untapped data both from clinical and non-clinical sources may finally be a part of monetization use cases in the near future. The emergence of a data exchange platform is likely to spur revenue generation for companies holding data assets. At the same time, healthcare companies, researchers, and innovators may begin to realize improved innovation with requisite data up for purchase through data exchange platforms.

Cloud adoption: A sharp increase in affinity for cloud platforms is evident in the payer IT spectrum. Cloud platforms with built-in next generation tools enable payers to efficiently manage data and run analytics on claims and care data. Keeping the converging healthcare landscape in mind, the use of cloud-based platforms for management of disparate data sources allows for seamless collaboration across multiple stakeholders.

Rising consumerism: Regulatory policies are pushing for increased price transparency (such as the "transparency in coverage" rule that requires payers to disclose cost and price sharing information to participants). These policies and evolving customer expectations have put out a message for the payers to adopt technological solutions in order to improve customer experience at every touchpoint starting from the enrollment of a member. Payers will seek to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) based chatbots, voice assistants, and other customer experience enhancement technologies in order to fulfill expectations while keeping costs in check.

Evolution of payer core administration platform: A modular approach for core administration platforms is taking the front seat due to lack of success of completely integrated end-to-end solutions. Enterprises are leaning toward a modular approach rather than rip-and-replace solutions in order to improve time-to-market and to preserve the ability to tweak as per their own requirements.

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About Everest Group 
Everest Group is a consulting and research firm focused on strategic IT, business services, and sourcing. We are trusted advisors to senior executives of leading enterprises, providers, and investors. Our firm helps clients improve operational and financial performance through a hands-on process that supports them in making well-informed decisions that deliver high-impact results and achieve sustained value. Our insight and guidance empowers clients to improve organizational efficiency, effectiveness, agility and responsiveness. What sets Everest Group apart is the integration of deep sourcing knowledge, problem-solving skills and original research. Details and in-depth content are available at http://www.everestgrp.com.


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The Saliva Collection Aid (SCA), exclusively available through Salimetrics, is a medical device used to facilitate the collection of Passive Drool or whole saliva specimens for storage or laboratory processing. While many researchers choose a collection device without considering the downstream implications to sample quality or processing efficiency, these decisions can be costly to a well-designed study. "Improving the ease and quality of how saliva is collected is often the difference between 90% and 100% compliance," says Steve Granger, PhD, Salimetrics CSO. "This difference can be even greater depending on the population being tested, such as with the elderly or infirmed patients. That's why a simple, user-friendly device can have such a big impact." Best practices in saliva collection methods rely on validated devices and consistent protocols that focus not only on providing accurate results, but also on ensuring all participants, including those who may have difficulty with another saliva collection method, can actually provide the sample needed.
Over the past 20 years, Salimetrics has tested and validated numerous saliva collection devices for salivary bioscience applications. Many early saliva collection techniques in the published literature were found to cause interference with assay quality. "Each year, we repeatedly witness the problems that poorly designed collection devices can cause, and subsequently invest a large amount of time and resources into working with researchers to protect the quality of their data," says Granger. "Plus, passive drool saliva samples can support a broad range of applications from infectious disease research and DNA analysis, to hormone analysis. Having a tool that maintains sample integrity across an entire range of applications is indispensable."
Sometimes seeing is believing. "In our Salivary Bioscience Training Workshops, we continue to demonstrate the value that Passive Drool with the Saliva Collection Aid brings to the field," says Supriya Gaitonde, Ph.D., Salimetrics Senior Applications Scientist. "During the workshops, you can immediately see the positive reaction that researchers have once they've seen the Saliva Collection Aid in action. The overall takeaway from 99% of researchers I've talked to on the subject agree that using the Saliva Collection Aid would improve sample collection for their participants."
The Saliva Collection Aid is available to researchers worldwide. Investigators can also experience the simplicity for themselves, by visiting the Salimetrics Website and requesting a Passive Drool Method Sample Pack Online.
About Salimetrics 
Salimetrics' assay kits and CLIA-certified testing services are used to measure salivary analytes related to stress, behavior and development, inflammation, sleep, reproduction, health, and immune function. Founded in 1998 by Douglas A. Granger, Ph.D., Salimetrics, LLC supports CROs, pharmaceuticals, academic researchers and the immunodiagnostic industry around the world with innovative immunoassay products, non-invasive saliva collection methods, and laboratory testing services.
About SalivaBio 
SalivaBio is dedicated to the creation of a global standard for collection devices and techniques, as well as the development of new, cutting-edge saliva collection methods to increase ease of use and participant compliance. Exclusively from Salimetrics, all SalivaBio products are extensively tested to minimize or eliminate variability from saliva collection and have been optimized for collection with participant-specific groups.

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Dimensional Insight, maker of Diver Platform, the 2020 Best in KLAS Healthcare Business Intelligence/Analytics platform, today announced that it will be giving a virtual HIMSS20 presentation via Twitter Live on Tuesday, March 10th at 11:35 a.m. and 12:35 p.m. The presentation was previously scheduled to take place in the Dimensional Insight booth at HIMSS20, but will now be done virtually because of the cancellation of the show.
In the presentation, Kathy Sucich, director of healthcare marketing, and Jamie Clark, chief engineer of Dimensional Insight's healthcare products, will talk about: 

A customer success story that demonstrates how hospitals can improve outcomes with analytics

Dimensional Insight's 2020 Best in KLAS win in healthcare business intelligence/analytics and the company's grading in each of KLAS' six categories (culture, loyalty, operations, product, relationship, and value)

A closer look at how Dimensional Insight's technology supports customers and helps drive success

"We look forward to sharing this presentation with HIMSS20 attendees virtually and discussing the collaborative nature of how we work with our customers," says Kathy Sucich, director of healthcare marketing at Dimensional Insight. "While it's hard to beat the trade show floor atmosphere, we're looking forward to bringing our enthusiasm to Twitter Live and interacting via this online channel."
You can find Dimensional Insight on Twitter at https://twitter.com/DI_tweet. Please follow and ask questions during the event! The video will also be posted to YouTube afterwards at https://www.youtube.com/user/DimInsDiver.
About Dimensional Insight 
Dimensional Insight is a leading provider of analytics, data management, and performance management solutions, offering a complete portfolio of capabilities ranging from data integration and modeling to sophisticated reporting, analytics, and dashboards. The company is a seven-time Best in KLAS winner in healthcare business intelligence and analytics, most recently ranking #1 in 2020. Founded in 1989, Dimensional Insight has thousands of customer organizations worldwide. Dimensional Insight consistently ranks as a top performing analytics organization by customers and industry analysts in its core market segments including healthcare, manufacturing, and beverage alcohol. For more information, please visit https://www.dimins.com/.

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Dr. Kaixuan Liu, Medical Director with Atlantic Spine Center with Tips on Surgery to Fix Certain Causes of Stubborn Neck Pain.

WEST ORANGE, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
Millions of people experience neck and arm pain stemming from problems with vertebral discs running down the neck, also known as the cervical spine. But when conservative treatments don't ease the pain, surgery known as anterior cervical discectomy and fusion may spell relief, according to Kaixuan Liu, MD, PhD, founder and Medical Director of Atlantic Spine Center.
Among the top causes of neck pain are herniated or ruptured cervical discs, which can happen due to aging, wear-and-tear, or sudden trauma such as an accident, Dr. Liu says. When discs deteriorate significantly, the gel-filled center can escape from the hard outer shell, compressing nearby nerve roots and triggering pain, numbness and weakness.
Called anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, the surgery that can repair this damage involves cutting out the disc from the front (anterior) part of the neck. The emptied disc space is then filled with a bone graft, bridging the two surrounding vertebrae to create a spinal fusion.
"You might be a good candidate for anterior cervical discectomy if diagnostic imaging shows you have a herniated or degenerative disc that causes marked weakness in your arm or hand, and arm pain that's even worse than your neck pain," explains Dr. Liu, who is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive spine surgery.
What happens during anterior cervical discectomy and fusion? 
Surgery is typically reserved only for those whose neck pain and other symptoms haven't improved with medication, exercise, injections or physical therapy. "About 90% of patients with these symptoms will get better with conservative treatments within 6 weeks, but this surgery is a solid option for those who don't," Dr. Liu says.
What's involved in this procedure? 

Through a small incision at the front of the neck, the surgeon moves aside neck muscles and the airway, exposing the patient's disc and vertebrae.

Using a special X-ray, the surgeon locates the affected vertebra and disc(s).

One or more discs are removed with surgical tools, depending on the extent of a patient's condition. A retractor is used to spread apart vertebrae surrounding the damaged disc.

Any bone spurs pressing on nerve roots surrounding the damaged disc are removed.

Bone graft material is inserted into the now-empty disc space. Derived from the patient, a cadaver or a man-made product, the bone graft may be fixed in place with metal plates and screws.

The incision is closed and the patient is placed in a post-operative recovery area.

A major benefit of performing the surgery through the front of the neck is the ability to reach the affected disc(s) without disturbing the spinal cord, nerves or neck muscles, Dr. Liu notes. Also, most patients undergoing anterior cervical discectomy and fusion are able to go home the same day as the procedure, he says.
What's recovery like? 
Since it's the most common surgical procedure used to treat damaged discs in the neck, anterior cervical discectomy has become increasingly advanced in recent years, helping reduce post-operative pain and speed patients' recovery, Dr. Liu says.
While full recovery may take 4 to 6 weeks, patients are made comfortable right after surgery with medication. Some patients experience a sore throat, hoarseness or trouble swallowing, which should also resolve within days to weeks. A few restrictions are put in place at first, such as avoiding sitting for long periods, bending your head forward or backward, or lifting items heavier than 5 pounds, Dr. Liu explains.
A cervical collar or brace is sometimes worn to provide the patient with neck support and limit motion as the bone graft fuses. Additionally, your doctor may prescribe physical therapy and exercises to pave the way for better range of motion in your neck, once healed.
"For the vast majority of patients who undergo anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, the surgery is successful in finally relieving their neck and arm pain," Dr. Liu says. "Patients can improve the odds of lasting results by practicing proper lifting techniques, keeping good posture, exercising appropriately, and controlling their weight. This procedure offers hope to those living with chronic pain, numbness or other symptoms that take away from their quality of life."
Atlantic Spine Center is a nationally recognized leader for endoscopic spine surgery with several locations in NJ and NYC. http://www.atlanticspinecenter.com, http://www.atlanticspinecenter.nyc
Kaixuan Liu, MD, is a board-certified physician, fellowship-trained in minimally invasive spine surgery at Atlantic Spine Center.

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Called anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, the surgery that can repair this damage involves cutting out the disc from the front (anterior) part of the neck. The emptied disc space is then filled with a bone graft, bridging the two surrounding vertebrae to create a spinal fusion.




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The EHR-integrated app is one of the first designed specifically to flag patients with possible Coronavirus symptoms, enabling health systems to mitigate the spread and optimize treatment

ATLANTA (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
Rimidi, a cloud-based software platform, today announced the launch of its patient-reported outcomes survey app to help limit the spread of COVID-19 in healthcare settings. Currently, the app is in expedited beta testing by select U.S. health systems operating in the regions at the greatest risk of Coronavirus outbreak. Rimidi anticipates general availability of the app before the end of March 2020.
"One of the greatest challenges in China and across other countries that faced early COVID-19 outbreaks has been hospital-based transmission," said Lucienne Ide, MD, PhD, founder of Rimidi. "With the app, we can help keep potentially infectious individuals from exposing other patients or staff in the healthcare system in waiting rooms, emergency rooms, or triage before they are identified and separated."
Combatting Coronavirus Spread via Advanced EHR-integrated Technology
Along with their text message appointment reminder, patients are sent a brief COVID-19 screening survey inquiring about current symptoms and recent travel. Integrated within the electronic health record (EHR), patient responses are easily captured and analyzed by clinical teams. The survey respondents demonstrating potential risk of COVID-19 exposure, in accordance with the latest CDC guidelines, are immediately notified with the appropriate next steps of care and treatment options, while the healthcare system is confidentially made aware of the at-risk patient.
Ultimately, the simplicity and accessibility of Rimidi's screening app will help minimize the spread and impact of COVID-19 in healthcare settings by reducing the number of undiagnosed patients interacting with patients seeking standard care. It will also limit exposure of healthcare staff to potentially infectious patients in settings that are not adequately prepared.
Dr. Ide added, "The need for such a screening app was advocated for in a JAMA article following the Ebola outbreak in 2014. Today, the potential COVID-19 public health emergency reinforces the healthcare industry's need for interoperability and stronger data-sharing rules to ease the flow of information, which enables rapid deployment of a single application across multiple EHR platforms."
Rimidi remains in close coordination with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and will incorporate new evidence and its evolving guidance into the screening app as it emerges. This may include ongoing remote monitoring and self-reporting by patients in quarantine, among other features.
For more information and to be notified when the app is widely available for healthcare systems, please visit rimidi.com/covid19.
About Rimidi 
Rimidi is a cloud-based software platform that enables personalized management of health conditions across populations. Created by doctors, Rimidi avoids the disconnect in connected care by combining patient-generated health data with clinical data from the EHR to drive patient-specific clinical insights and actions. The net effect is a better health system with optimized clinical workflows that enable better decisions, better relationships, better outcomes and ultimately a better healthcare system. For more information, visit rimidi.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
Media Contact: 
Cortney Williams 
ARPR, on behalf of Rimidi 
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New England College of Optometry and eyecare industry leaders gathered and signed a proclamation to collaborate on three key objectives for the profession of optometry.

BOSTON (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
The New England College of Optometry (NECO) and industry leaders made official today an Industry Collaborative Proclamation committing to collaborate on achieving key objectives for the profession of optometry. The signing took place during the SECO 20/20 meeting in Atlanta.
The Proclamation was the result of frank and enlightening discussions during the NECO Industry Collaborative gathering in November 2019. At that meeting, 63 attendees representing 44 industry 
partners, media colleagues and optometry employers gathered in Boston alongside representatives from impact the profession and the ophthalmic industry.
"The field of optometry is changing rapidly and it is truly an exciting time to be an OD. And yet, with change comes the need to remain open minded as we discover, adapt, and validate future concepts and resources," emphasizes Howard Purcell, OD, NECO President and CEO. "We believe that together we can all be part of the solution. Although our perspectives may be different at times, it is critical that we come together and focus our energy on the same issues in order to prepare today's optometrist for tomorrow's optometry."
"Jobson joined the signatories of the Proclamation as we believe the future opportunity for optometry within the fast-changing realm of healthcare - from successful patient care and the improvement in outcomes to new updates and models in delivery of that care - impacts providers, payors and patients. This makes it imperative that the industry works together to ask the right questions and explore all new ideas impacting optometry's future," stated Marc Ferrara, CEO of Jobson's Information Services Division.
In the Proclamation, the three key opportunities to focus on are: 

Practice Empowerment and Acceleration

Why Optometry? Public Perception and Expectation

The Impact of Technology on Optometry / The Impact of Optometry on Technology

The signatories of the Proclamation include Essilor of America, Jobson, Johnson & Johnson Vision, Luxottica, and NECO. Many other industry leaders and participants also signed the Proclamation exhibiting their support of these key initiatives.
Following the Proclamation signing, signatories committed to working on committees to develop concrete next steps to advance the opportunities defined at the first NECO Industry Collaborative. NECO is also planning the next Industry Collaborative meeting for the fall of 2020.

"The field of optometry is changing rapidly and it is truly an exciting time to be an OD. And yet, with change comes the need to remain open minded as we discover, adapt, and validate future concepts and resources," emphasizes Howard Purcell, OD, NECO President and CEO.



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The field of joint replacement surgery has one of the lowest percentages of women in any medical specialty. This video, created by women surgeon members of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, will bring awareness to inherent biases in the orthopaedic workplace.

ROSEMONT, ILL. (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
"Do you do surgery in those heels? I'd love to see that." This is one of several actual comments said to female orthopaedic surgeons brought to light in a new video from the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS). The video features male surgeons reading derogatory comments out loud in front of the camera. The surgeons were not shown the comments prior to the camera rolling, so their reactions of surprise and disbelief are unscripted.
The project, started by members of the AAHKS Women in Arthroplasty Committee (WIA), involved collecting actual comments from their peers that they had heard from their employers, colleagues and patients. They recruited a group of male advocates participate.
The field of joint replacement surgery has one of the lowest percentages of women in any medical specialty.
"Our hope is that the video will bring awareness in the orthopaedic workplace so that everyone is more aware of their inherent biases, eliminates them and ultimately encourages more women to be successful in this field," said Audrey K. Tsao, MD, WIA Chair.
The video, "We Can Do Better. We Can Be Better: Inclusion and Mutual Respect of Women in the Orthopaedic Workplace," will premiere on the AAHKS YouTube channel on International Women's Day, Sunday, March 8, 2020 at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rt_Q6GA2pvc




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President & Founder, Oleg Shvarts, will discuss the need for and benefits of consolidated continuing education management solutions that could allow nurses and other professionals to simultaneously manage continuing education requirements across certifications and state licenses using actual renewal cycles and expirations.

COSTA MESA, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
Certemy, provider of the most affordable and configurable SaaS software platform for professional certification management and occupational licensing management, today announced that Oleg Shvarts, President and Founder, will lead a discussion on next-generation Continuing Medical Education (CME) Management at the American Board of Nursing Specialties (ABNS) Spring Conference in Atlanta, GA. This year's Spring Conference is at the Sheraton Atlanta Hotel, March 5-7.
Professional certification and occupational licensing board representatives may email malcolm.lewis@certemy.com for a copy of the presentation.
"Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals often find it challenging to manage continuing education requirements across multiple certifications and licenses," said Oleg Shvarts, President and Founder of Certemy. "We'll review the complicating factors and explore a conceptual solution that solves the major pain points to make continuing education management considerably faster and easier for healthcare professionals maintaining multiple credentials."
About ABNS
ABNS is a not-for-profit, membership organization governed by an elected group of member representatives. ABNS is focused on improving patient outcomes and consumer protection by promoting specialty nursing certification. ABNS member organizations represent almost 750,000 certified registered nurses worldwide in a variety of settings. Becoming an ABNS member organization is the best way to connect with other nursing credentialing organizations and dialogue about the specific issues certified nurses and those seeking certification face. Learn more about ABNS at http://www.nursingcertification.org.
About Certemy
Certemy is the most affordable and configurable SaaS software platform for professional credentialing organizations. We automate credential application and renewal workflows for professional certification boards, professional associations, state licensing boards, and national regulatory associations. We help our customers eliminate paper, reduce administrative burdens, and lower IT costs while improving organizational efficiency, transparency, and agility. Certemy delivers the lowest cost of ownership for any comparable solution with predictable SaaS pricing and no implementation, training, or change fees.
Certemy is the only credentialing management software platform that allows organizations to manage change and implement continuous process improvement by adding or changing credentialing workflows in minutes without custom programming or IT help.
An active member of the credentialing community, and staffed with credentialing industry experts, Certemy is a proud member of the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE), the Council on Licensure, Enforcement and Regulation (CLEAR), the Federation of Associations of Regulatory Boards (FARB), and the Association of Test Publishers (ATP). Learn more about Certemy at https://certemy.comor book a demo at https://certemy.com/demo or call (866) 883-4207.
Contact Information
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The next generation of continuing education management software will allow doctors, nurses, and other professionals to intelligently manage CEs across multiple credentials using actual requirements and deadlines.




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TORONTO (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
To control and direct the power of a patient's immune system in order to fight disease is both ground-breaking as well as complicated. While the success of cell and gene therapy strives to become more mainstream and is increasingly the focus of researchers, the longer-term potential requires exploration. Researchers and manufacturers must translate the progress of cell and gene trials into broader programs targeting larger populations. Scalability and manufacturability are two challenges that the industry faces.
Nevertheless, before commercialization, cell and gene therapies encounter many other challenges as they progress towards their goal. The criticality and specialized handling needed for each shipment requires seamless execution of a vein-to-vein supply chain throughout the journey, and the manufacturers of these complex therapies must also consider the reliability, quality and cost effectiveness of any solution.
Join Darren Dasburg, Global Head of Cell Gene Services, Marken and Jeff Stone, Senior Director, Global Program Management, Marken in a live webinar on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at 9am EDT (1pm GMT).
For more information or to register for this event, visit Cell and Gene Therapies – Trends, Supply Chain Challenges and Solutions.
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.
ABOUT MARKEN 
Marken is a wholly owned subsidiary of UPS. Marken is the only patient-centric supply chain organization 100% dedicated to the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries. Marken maintains the leading position for Direct to Patient and Home Health care services, biological sample shipments and offers a state-of-the-art GMP-compliant depot network and logistic hubs in 51 locations worldwide for clinical trial material storage and distribution. Marken's more than 1,000 staff members manage 85,000 drug and biological shipments every month at all temperature ranges in more than 150 countries. Additional services such as biological kit production, ancillary material sourcing, storage and distribution, shipment lane verification and qualifications, as well as GDP, regulatory and compliance consultancy add to Marken's unique position in the pharma and logistics industry. http://www.marken.com
To learn more about Xtalks, visit http://xtalks.com.
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Crutchfield Dermatology of Eagan, Minnesota, announced this week that they have received over 2,000 verified, authentic, positive online patient reviews. (See http://www.crutchfielddermatologyreviews.com.) Confirmed by a third-party IT group, reaching 2,000 independent positive reviews represents a true milestone in the life of any business.

EAGAN, MINN. (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
Whether replacing a furnace, installing new carpeting, or finding the best hotel for the next trip, chances are most people read online reviews to help make those selections. Online reviews are increasingly used to help find the best doctor, too. Studies show people benefit from learning about other people's experiences.
"That's why we are so proud Crutchfield Dermatology has received so many positive patient reviews," says Charles E. Crutchfield III, MD, Medical Director of Crutchfield Dermatology. "Having over 2,000 people take the time to recount their positive experience at our clinic is one of the greatest honors we could receive."
Dr. Crutchfield explains that, like any business, the clinic is "far from perfect." But it's the commitment to actively working on getting better every day that sets the clinic apart.
"When a review touches on an experience that is 'less than ideal' it gives us a chance to improve," Crutchfield explains.
The emergence of online reviews as a prominent information source for consumers comes with challenges. Online reviews for physicians and other professional industries have an inherent selection bias.
For example, many negative reviews will express dissatisfaction that a medical condition isn't cured when it's well-known there is no cure for the disease. In those cases, which are not the fault or responsibility of the physician, there is no way to satisfy the patient.
Likewise, businesses can take the blame for third-party actors. For instance, a patient may feel a medicine costs too much or be upset that their insurance does not cover it. Even though this is beyond the control of the doctor, the patient will attribute the problem to that clinic rather than the health plan denying payment or pharmaceutical company charging the high price.
With over 2,000 verified, positive reviews about the quality of Crutchfield Dermatology's services, are there any concerns expressed by patients about the clinic?
"Yes, of course," responds Clinic Manager, Tim Quesnell. "Like all clinics, patients don't like to wait."
Whether it stems from sensitivity to the value of time in an increasingly fast-paced world, or some other cause, medical clinics and other service businesses struggle to maximize access to their services while minimizing wait times.
"We work every day to improve the schedule," Quesnell says. "But medicine is not like the restaurant business. Things come up every clinic, and sometimes patients need extra attention."
Crutchfield adds, "I will never rush a patient who may face an unfavorable diagnosis. If I have to choose between compassion and keeping our schedule to the minute, we are going to run late. Most people who have to wait when those conditions arise realize that if they were ever in need of a little extra attention, we would give it to them, too."
But not all people look at commercial experiences with that level of empathy, which is why the 2K mark for positive reviews is so remarkable.
"Most people who have a great result or outcome go on with normal life. They go shopping with friends, run errands, and do other routine things that don't include writing a review," explains Darrin Rosha, a Minnesota attorney who works with clients on reputation issues. "People don't usually run to their computer to express how happy they are. Rather, the desire to vent about a negative experience is far more powerful."
Because so many patients have positively reviewed Crutchfield Dermatology, a remarkable occurrence in its own right, those reviews and word of mouth among professionals have resulted in over a thousand physicians sending patients Crutchfield Dermatology for dermatologic expertise and care. Although reviews and referrals reflect how Crutchfield Dermatology is a center of excellence and in high demand, there are aspects of the clinic that reviews don't show.
For instance, many dermatology clinics pass more and more of their patient contact and care to mid-level personnel. Dr. Crutchfield has refused to hire physician assistants or other midlevel providers: He insists on seeing, diagnosing, and treating his patients personally. This commitment to patient care has resulted in the premium care Dr. Crutchfield is known for and fiercely proud of.
"We know we are in demand, and that leads to access challenges. We tell patients if they have a time-sensitive schedule that will not allow them to wait if necessary, we are probably not the right practice for them, Crutchfield continues.
Quesnell adds, "But if a patient demands the highest quality care and the knowledge that they will be seen by a professor of dermatology and one of the best board-certified dermatologists in the country, Crutchfield Dermatology welcomes them with open arms."
It's easy to see why Crutchfield Dermatology is so proud to have received over 2,000 verified, authentic positive patient reviews located at http://www.crutchfielddermatologyreviews.com
About Charles E. Crutchfield III, M.D.: 
Charles E. Crutchfield III, M.D. is a graduate of the Mayo Clinic Medical School and a Clinical Professor of Dermatology at the University of Minnesota Medical School. He currently is the Medical Director of Crutchfield Dermatology in Eagan, (serving the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul area), Minnesota. Dr. Crutchfield is an annual selection of the "Top Doctors" issue of Mpls. St. Paul magazine. He is the only dermatologist to have been selected as a "Best Doctor for Women" by Minnesota Monthly magazine since the inception of the survey. Dr. Crutchfield has been selected as one of the "Best Doctors in America," an honor awarded to only 4% of all practicing physicians. Dr. Crutchfield is the co-author of a children's book on sun protection and dermatology textbook. He is a member of the AΩA National Medical Honor Society, an expert consultant for WebMD and CNN, and a recipient of the Karis Humanitarian Award from the Mayo Clinic School of Medicine. Dr. Crutchfield was also given "first a physician" award, Healthcare Hero, 100 most influential healthcare leaders in Minnesota, and one of the Top 100 African –American Newsmakers in the United States by TheGrio, an affiliate of NBC News. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grio_Awards 

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Kokomo Solutions Inc. announces the first of its kind: a cloud software called the COVID19Tracker to help communities in the challenges of collecting reports, tracking and management of the critical Coronavirus COVID-19 cases.

GLENVIEW, ILL. (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
COVID19Tracker is a cloud-based safety solution in mobile apps and web portals with case management, communication, and collaboration features. Designed to help provide situational awareness, report, track, and manage Coronavirus cases within schools, communities, healthcare systems and workplaces across the nation, COVID19Tracker is comprised of 3 cloud solutions powered by commercially available software, Kokomo24/7 Safety Cloud. 
Kokomo24/7 Safety Cloud is a Software-as-a-Service product that ensures safe environments for schools, communities, and workplaces through an easy-to-use, intuitive set of safety applications designed to give communities, local governments, schools, and health administrators the proactive insight and capability to manage coronavirus cases.
At the heart of Kokomo24/7 Safety Cloud is a proprietary A.I. Engine that gives administrators analytical data to help determine the probability of reported cases for proactive intervention. Incident Management System (Kokomo24/7 - IMS) provides a proactive approach to respond to and recover from incidents in a repeatable methodology. With the Anonymous Reporting System (Kokomo24/7 - ARS), communities, students, parents, and employees can submit health and safety concerns from a mobile app or website portal. These reports will be triaged by an A.I.-based TruScore scoring system. The data in TruScore is designed to help manage false positives and more precisely identify at-risk individuals and incidents. Kokomo24/7 Emergency Operations Center (Kokomo24/7 - EOC) provides emergency operation centers and safety officials with instant situational awareness so emergencies are thoroughly coordinated and managed with informed decisions. Additionally, the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) module provides communications across schools, local governments and emergency responders, and full resource management (HR, EQ, and Financial).
"We all have loved ones who we care immensely for. Advocating public safety is the very core of what Kokomo24/7 stands for. It's our duty to provide communities with the means to deal with this issue head-on," says Daniel J. Lee, CEO, and founder of Kokomo Solutions. "Our goal is to expand our footprint in the public to help other communities across the country embrace the benefits of cloud technology for improved health and safety."
COVID247.org provides a deeper dive into Kokomo Solutions' reasons behind the importance of launching the COVID19Tracker. With the ever-increasing numbers of the Coronavirus around the world and more medical crises like it to come in the future, regarding the limited resources within communities, schools, and workplaces, Kokomo Solutions sees the usefulness behind their technology. Our solutions can be implemented in a matter of a few days because our Kokomo24/7 Safety Cloud is a cloud-based and agile. No hardware, an intuitive user interface, and a seamless setup. That's how Kokomo Solutions was able to launch COVID19Tracker as soon as it learned the first case of death from the virus in Washington state.
Kokomo Solutions has deployed the Kokomo24/7 Safety Cloud at the second-largest school district in America. This school district uses Kokomo24/7 Safety Cloud to provide their district resources, and entire communities with scalable safety solutions that offer security to compliance standards supported with the latest technologies built on the most reliable cloud provider, Amazon Web Services.
About Kokomo24/7 
With deep public safety experience, Kokomo Solutions, Inc. is the company behind a cloud-based safety platform that helps educators reduce unsafe student incidents to ensure higher quality learning environments? The Kokomo24/7 Safety Cloud platform consists of three modular and easy-to-deploy, intuitive safety solutions designed to help reduce disruptive and harmful events in communities and schools. Incident Management (IMS), Anonymous Reporting (ARS) and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) comprise the platform to bring to community and school district leaders unprecedented visibility to the safety and well-being of their citizens and students. For more information on Kokomo Solutions, please visit http://www.kokomo247.com.

"We all have loved ones who we care immensely for. Advocating public safety is the very core of what Kokomo24/7 stands for. It's our duty to provide communities with the means to deal with this issue head-on," says Daniel J. Lee, CEO, and founder of Kokomo Solutions.



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Columbus' Opioid Epidemic Prompts Growing Demand for Accessible and High-Quality Facilities

COLUMBUS, OHIO (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Columbus, Ohio for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 18 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more.
According to recent studies, drug overdose is the leading cause of death among people under age 50. In Columbus, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Columbus with 55 percent of high school students reported using alcohol, 38 percent reported using marijuana, 8 percent reported using prescription drugs without a valid prescription, and 2 percent reported using heroin. With the growing need for accessible and high-quality rehab programs, Help.org has developed a unique ranking process to help connect individuals with treatment providers that meet their needs.
The Help.org research team analyzed thousands of facilities across the country and then identified the most cost-effective and highest rated programs in larger cities like Columbus. Each facility was evaluated based on rehabilitation services, treatment approaches, cost, special programs for unique demographics and ancillary services. The website also provides information about drug use and side effects as well as educational articles. For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Columbus, Ohio please visit 
https://www.help.org/drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-columbus-oh/
2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Columbus, Ohio (in alphabetical order)
Access Ohio 
99 North Brice Road, Suite 360 
Columbus, OH 43213 
614-367-7700
Bluffs 
2650 Lodge Road Southwest 
Sherrodsville, Ohio 44675 
888-481-7821
Center for Addiction Treatment 
830 Ezzard Charles Drive 
Cincinnati, OH 45214 
513-381-6672
Columbus Public Health Alcohol and Drug Treatment Program 
240 Parsons Avenue 
Columbus, OH 43215 
614-645-6839
Crossroads Center 
311 Martin Luther King Drive 
East Cincinnati, OH 45219 
513-475-5300
House of Hope 
825 Dennison Avenue 
Columbus, OH 43215 
614-291-4691
Maryhaven 
1791 Alum Creek Drive 
Columbus, OH 43207 
614-445-8131
New Day Recovery 
960 Boardman-Canfield Road 
Youngstown, OH 44512 
330-886-4744
North Community Counseling Centers 
1855 East Dublin Granville Road, Suite 204 
Columbus, Ohio 43229 
614-267-7003
Ohio Addiction Recovery Center 
1151 S High Street 
Columbus, OH 43206 
800-481-8457
Rosary Hall 
2351 East 22nd Street 
Cleveland, OH 44115 
216-861-6200
SMART Recovery 
7304 Mentor Avenue, Suite F 
Mentor, OH 44060 
440-951-5357
Sojourner Recovery Services 
515 Dayton Street 
Hamilton, OH 45011 
513-868-7654
Southeast Healthcare Services 
16 West Long Street 
Columbus, Ohio 43215 
614-225-0990
Syntero Northwest Counseling Services 
3645 Ridge Mill Drive 
Columbus, Ohio 43026 
614-457-7876
The Ridge Ohio 
25 Whitney Drive, Suite 120 
Milford, Ohio 45150 
513-434-3206
The Recovery Village Columbus 
3964 Hamilton Square Boulevard 
Groveport, OH 43125 
614-362-1686
The Woods at Parkside 
349 Olde Ridenour Road 
Gahanna, Ohio 43230 
614-471-2552
ABOUT HELP.ORG 
Help.org is an online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones. The website provides the latest research through scientifically proven methods, community recovery resources as well as information about local financial assistance. Help.org's team of researchers, activists and writers work together with addiction counselors and other professionals to offer useful and accurate resources to help individuals seeking recovery. To learn more, visit https://www.help.org/.




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Clearwater's Opioid Epidemic Prompts Growing Demand for Accessible and High-Quality Facilities

CLEARWATER, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Clearwater, Florida for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 13 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more.
According to recent studies, drug overdose is the leading cause of death among people under age 50. In Clearwater, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Clearwater with 55 percent of high school students reported using alcohol, 38 percent reported using marijuana, 8 percent reported using prescription drugs without a valid prescription, and 2 percent reported using heroin. With the growing need for accessible and high-quality rehab programs, Help.org has developed a unique ranking process to help connect individuals with treatment providers that meet their needs.
The Help.org research team analyzed thousands of facilities across the country and then identified the most cost-effective and highest rated programs in larger cities like Clearwater. Each facility was evaluated based on rehabilitation services, treatment approaches, cost, special programs for unique demographics and ancillary services. The website also provides information about drug use and side effects as well as educational articles. For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Clearwater, Florida please visit 
https://www.help.org/drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-clearwater-fl/
2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Clearwater, Florida (in alphabetical order)
Addiction Recovery Care of Tampa (ARC) 
13719 North Nebraska Ave. # 101 
Tampa, FL 33613 
813-978-1300
ACTS Pinellas Domiciliary Co Occurring Residential Treatment 
4612 North 56th St. 
Tampa, FL 33610 
813-246-4899
Alternatives in Behavioral Health 
1301 Seminole Blvd. Suite 169 
Largo, FL 33770 US 
727-584-6055
Behavioral Health of the Palm Beaches 
7859 Lake Worth Rd. 
Lake Worth, FL 33467 
888-432-2467
Footprints Beachside Recovery 
151 107th Ave. #13 
Treasure Island, FL 33706 
877-250-3935
Gulf Breeze Recovery 
350 Pensacola Beach Blvd 
Gulf Breeze, FL 32561. 
855-400-6190
Narconon Suncoast 
1390 Sunset Point Rd. 
Clearwater, FL 33755 
727-474-0706
Operation PAR, Inc. 
6655 66th St. North 
Pinellas Park FL 33781 
727-545-7584
Park Place Behavioral Health Care 
206 Park Place Blvd. 
Kissimmee, FL 34741 
407-846-0023
Stepping Stone Center for Recovery 
1815 Corporate Square Blvd. 
Jacksonville, FL 32216 
904-530-5559
Transformations By The Gulf 
7217 Gulf Blvd. #2 
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706 
866-335-2962
Wellness Resource Center 
7940 North Federal Hwy. 
Boca Raton, FL 33487 
888-625-3950
WestCare Florida Outpatient 
1802 North Belcher Rd. 
Clearwater FL 33765 
305-573-3784
ABOUT HELP.ORG 
Help.org is an online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones. The website provides the latest research through scientifically proven methods, community recovery resources as well as information about local financial assistance. Help.org's team of researchers, activists and writers work together with addiction counselors and other professionals to offer useful and accurate resources to help individuals seeking recovery. To learn more, visit https://www.help.org/. 




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Chattanooga's Opioid Epidemic Prompts Growing Demand for Accessible and High-Quality Facilities

CHATTANOOGA, TENN. (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Chattanooga, Tennessee for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 9 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more.
According to recent studies, drug overdose is the leading cause of death among people under age 50. In Chattanooga, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Chattanooga with 55 percent of high school students reported using alcohol, 38 percent reported using marijuana, 8 percent reported using prescription drugs without a valid prescription, and 2 percent reported using heroin. With the growing need for accessible and high-quality rehab programs, Help.org has developed a unique ranking process to help connect individuals with treatment providers that meet their needs.
The Help.org research team analyzed thousands of facilities across the country and then identified the most cost-effective and highest rated programs in larger cities like Chattanooga. Each facility was evaluated based on rehabilitation services, treatment approaches, cost, special programs for unique demographics and ancillary services. The website also provides information about drug use and side effects as well as educational articles. For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Chattanooga, Tennessee please visit 
https://www.help.org/drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-chattanooga-tn/
2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Chattanooga, Tennessee (in alphabetical order)
Aspell Recovery Center 
110 McCowat Street 
Jackson, TN 38305 
731-427-7238
Buffalo Valley, Inc. 
501 Park Avenue South 
Hohenwald, TN 38462 
931-796-5427
Cornerstone of Recovery 
4726 Airport Highway 
Louisville, TN 37777 
866-532-5946
Council for Alcohol Drug Abuse Services, Inc. 
207 Spears Avenue 
Chattanooga, TN 37405 
423-756-7644
Discovery Place 
1635 Spencer Mill Road 
Burns, TN 37029 
800-725-0922
Focus Treatment Centers 
7429 Shallowford Road 
Chattanooga, TN 37421 
800-675-2041
JourneyPure At The River 
5080 Florence Road 
Murfreesboro, TN 37129 
844-334-3911
Recovery House of East Tennessee 
105 Caldwell Circle 
Oliver Springs, TN 37840 
888-794-0411
The Next Door 
108 Moccasin Bend 
Chattanooga, TN 37405 
423-933-0112
ABOUT HELP.ORG 
Help.org is an online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones. The website provides the latest research through scientifically proven methods, community recovery resources as well as information about local financial assistance. Help.org's team of researchers, activists and writers work together with addiction counselors and other professionals to offer useful and accurate resources to help individuals seeking recovery. To learn more, visit https://www.help.org/.




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Charlotte's Opioid Epidemic Prompts Growing Demand for Accessible and High-Quality Facilities

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Charlotte, North Carolina for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 31 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more.
According to recent studies, drug overdose is the leading cause of death among people under age 50. In Charlotte, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Charlotte with 55 percent of high school students reported using alcohol, 38 percent reported using marijuana, 8 percent reported using prescription drugs without a valid prescription, and 2 percent reported using heroin. With the growing need for accessible and high-quality rehab programs, Help.org has developed a unique ranking process to help connect individuals with treatment providers that meet their needs.
The Help.org research team analyzed thousands of facilities across the country and then identified the most cost-effective and highest rated programs in larger cities like Charlotte. Each facility was evaluated based on rehabilitation services, treatment approaches, cost, special programs for unique demographics and ancillary services. The website also provides information about drug use and side effects as well as educational articles. For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Charlotte, North Carolina please visit https://www.help.org/drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-charlotte-nc/
2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Charlotte, North Carolina (in alphabetical order)
Absolute Advocacy 
1977 J N Pease Place, Suite 104 
Charlotte, NC 28262 
704-274-2978
Addiction Recovery Care Association, Inc. 
1931 Union Cross Road 
Winston Salem, NC 27107 
877-615-2722
Amara Wellness 
5108 Reagan Drive, Suite 9 
Charlotte, NC 28206 
704-567-0790
Anuvia Prevention & Recovery Center 
100 Billingsley Road 
Charlotte, NC 28211 
704-376-7447
Assessment Solutions of Charlotte, LLC 
5200 Park Road, Suite 101 
Charlotte, NC 28209 
704-523-2353
Charlotte Rescue Mission 
821 W. 1st Street 
Charlotte, NC 28202 
980-237-2147
Daymark Recovery Services, Inc. 
284 Executive Park Drive, NE. 
Concord, NC 28025 
866-275-9552
Dilworth Center 
2240 Park Road 
Charlotte, NC 28203 
704-372-6969
Family First Community Services 
3705 Latrobe Drive, Suite 340 
Charlotte, NC 28211 
704-364-3989
Fellowship Hall 
5140 Dunstan Road 
Greensboro, NC 27405 
800-659-3381
First Step Services LLC 
211 E. Six Forks Road, Ste 117 
Raleigh, NC 27609 
919-833-8899
Freedom Detox 
1089 X Ray Drive 
Gastonia, NC 28054 
704-981-0333
Freedom House Recovery Center 
104 New Stateside Drive 
Chapel Hill, NC 27516 
919-942-2803
Genesis Project 1 
5104 Reagan Drive 
Charlotte, NC 28206 
704-596-0505
Holly Hill Hospital 
3019 Falstaff Road 
Raleigh, NC 27610 
919-250-7000
Hope Haven, Inc. 
3815 N. Tryon Street 
Charlotte, NC 28206 
704-372-8809
HopeWay 
1717 Sharon Road, W. 
Charlotte, NC 28210 
888-859-2106
Innervision Inc. 
415 E. 4th Street 
Charlotte, NC 28202 
704-377-5042
Johnston Counseling Services 
212 Bridge Street 
Smithfield, NC 27577 
919-938-0921
Legacy Freedom Treatment Centers 
4944 Parkway Plaza #200 
Charlotte, NC 28217 
704-323-6676
McLeod Addictive Disease Center 
515 Clanton Road 
Charlotte, NC 28217 
704-332-9001
October Road 
119 Tunnel Road, Suite D 
Asheville, NC 28805 
828-538-2282
Pavillon 
241 Pavillon Place 
Mill Spring, NC 28756 
828-694-2300
Phoenix Counseling Center 
200-2 S. Post Road 
Shelby, NC 28152 
704-476-4106
QC Health Center 
3552 Beatties Ford Road 
Charlotte, NC 28216 
704-394-8968
Queen City Treatment Center 
6115 Hickory Grove Road 
Charlotte, NC 28215 
704-532-4262
Red Oak Recovery 
631 Willow Creek Road 
Leicester, NC 28748 
866-457-7590
The Blanchard Institute 
10348 Park Road 
Charlotte, NC 28210 
704-288-1097
The Taub Group 
3535 Randolph Road, Suite 208 
Charlotte, NC 28211 
704-442-9805
Trosa 
1820 James Street 
Durham, NC, 27707 
919-419-1059
Wilmington Treatment Center 
2520 Troy Drive 
Wilmington, NC 28401 
910-758-2023
ABOUT HELP.ORG 
Help.org is an online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones. The website provides the latest research through scientifically proven methods, community recovery resources as well as information about local financial assistance. Help.org's team of researchers, activists and writers work together with addiction counselors and other professionals to offer useful and accurate resources to help individuals seeking recovery. To learn more, visit https://www.help.org/.



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Using the latest laser vision correction technology, Hollingshead Eye Center eye surgeons offer LASIK and PRK patients even more precise outcomes.

BOISE, IDAHO (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
Home to one of the first surgeons in Idaho to perform the LASIK procedure, Hollingshead Eye Center is thrilled to bring the most advanced laser system, the WaveLight Refractive Suite, to the Treasure Valley. With this technology, the practice's eye surgeons Dr. Mark Hollingshead and Dr. Ryan Barrett offer LASIK and PRK patients even more precise outcomes.
LASIK, or laser in-situ keratomileusis, is a laser vision correction procedure in which a surgeon reshapes the cornea to restore clearer vision with more freedom from glasses. PRK, or photorefractive keratectomy, is another laser vision correction option designed to provide results similar to LASIK for patients who have thin corneas, have had previous refractive surgery, or are not a good LASIK candidate.
"What makes laser vision correction with the WaveLight technology so special is that it combines the power of two state-of-the-art lasers into one convenient suite," says Dr. Barrett. "The WaveLight Refractive Suite allows us to offer our patients highly precise and reliable laser procedures in a short amount of time, which not only provides crisper, clearer vision but also reduces the potential for post-operative dry eye or night glare.
"We are committed to delivering the best possible patient outcomes, which is why we're so excited to have this technology and why we are constantly keeping an eye on upcoming innovations."
Learn more about LASIK and other laser vision correction procedures at HollingsheadEyeCenter.com, or call the Boise office at (208) 336-8700.

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Recent data from Power to Decide, show that 1,747,510 women living at or below 250% of the poverty level in Texas live in contraceptive deserts, counties in which there is not reasonable access to a health center offering the full range of contraceptive methods. Currently, across the country more than 19 million U.S. women of low income live in contraceptive deserts.
"It is unacceptable that more than 1.7 million women in Texas face tremendous barriers to accessing contraception they need and deserve in order to decide if, when and under what circumstances to get pregnant and have a child," said Ginny Ehrlich, CEO, Power to Decide. "Because access to contraception is limited in many parts of Texas, women who are already struggling to make ends meet are now burdened with additional costs to access basic health care. Many of these women are being faced with the untenable decision of deciding whether to use their limited transportation and child-care dollars to go to work or get to a clinic. This is compounded by the fact that women who are faced with long distance travel may also need to take unpaid time off from work just to access basic health care."
Women in Texas are also far less likely to have health coverage than women in other parts of the country, which limits their ability to get the birth control method that is right for them. In Texas, one quarter (24.3%) of women of reproductive age (13-44) are uninsured, double the national average of 11.7%.
"Women in Texas face a challenging contraceptive access landscape, which was made even worse by the recent federal approval of a waiver severely limiting the providers who can provide family planning services with Medicaid funding. Texas could help rather than hinder women in need through policies that protect and expand access to contraception," said Ehrlich.
Expanding Medicaid to childless adults would help decrease the percentage of uninsured women, and by extension, give them contraceptive coverage. In addition, allowing pharmacists to prescribe contraception, and requiring insurance to cover an extended supply of prescription contraceptives can make it easier to access some contraceptive methods. Texas can also guard against additional barriers to access by enacting policies that protect insurance coverage of the full range of contraceptive methods. More information about these policies can be found here.
Power to Decide is a private, non-partisan, non-profit organization that works to ensure all people—no matter who they are, where they live or what their economic status might be—have the power to decide if, when and under what circumstances to get pregnant and have a child. Please visit us at http://www.PowerToDecide.org or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

"It is unacceptable that more than 1.7 million women in Texas face tremendous barriers to accessing contraception they need and deserve in order to decide if, when and under what circumstances to get pregnant and have a child," said Ginny Ehrlich, CEO, Power to Decide.



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The recent coronavirus outbreak, which originated in Wuhan, China, is causing worldwide mayhem infecting over 80,000 people in 40 countries and taking the lives of 2,700.
According to an article written by Rani Molla published on Vox, "[The virus] is sending ripple effects around the world, including a push for more people to work remotely, while health organizations work to contain and treat the outbreak.
After a recent spike in cases outside of China, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging Americans to ask their schools and workplaces about contingency plans, like working from home, in case they have to shut down over coronavirus. Companies from Wuhan to Silicon Valley have altered how and where they do business as the virus rages on.
In February so far, 77 public company transcripts mention "work from home" or "working from home," according to financial data platform Sentieo. That's up from just four mentions of the phrase in the same month a year ago. The vast majority of those documents also mention coronavirus."
Nicki Zvik, Founder of Green Solar Technologies, taking notice to the dangers of the coronavirus, has also made the decision to allow many to work from home.
"As of now we are allowing project managers to work from home," shares Zvik. "It is my strong belief that if there are employees at GST who are able to work at home during this time then they should. Unfortunately there are many positions that require our employees to come into work, but as new information comes out we will always take the necessary steps to ensure our employees are safe and virus-free."
Zvik adds, "One positive aspect of taking this precaution is that we will see how allowing some of our employees to work from home affects our business. As the world evolves, more and more work-from-home positions are being created, and it's possible that someday in the not-so-distant future we'll see a major shift from most employees going into work to most employees working from home. And as a progressive company, we're always open to new possibilities."
The Vox article continues, "Remote workers make up anywhere from about 5 percent (those who typically work from home) to nearly two-thirds (who sometimes work remotely) of the workforce, depending on the measurement. What's certain is that the trend has been ticking up and a pandemic like coronavirus has the potential to fast-track the move by making it more universally accepted and prominent."
And according to an article written by Scott Mautz published on Inc.com, Stanford professor, Nicholas Bloom conducted a study regarding the productivity of people who work from home. The article states that, "Bloom expected the positives and negatives to offset each other. But he was wrong.
Instead, the robust, nearly two-year study showed an astounding productivity boost among the telecommuters equivalent to a full day's work. Turns out work-from-home employees work a true full-shift (or more) versus being late to the office or leaving early multiple times a week and found it less distracting and easier to concentrate at home."
"We can't say for certain what the future holds for Green Solar Technologies," shares Zvik, "but it is promising to see studies showing the benefits of working from home, and we will always remain open to new ways of working. At the very least, this proves promising that we will remain efficient and productive as we allow our project managers to work from home until the coronavirus is controlled." 

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The Ohio Department of Medicaid has approved Complia Health, a national leader in software solutions for the pre- and post-acute care market, as a certified third-party Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) vendor in the state of Ohio.
Complia Health's ContinuLink Mobile Edge application is a fully integrated EVV, scheduling, and billing EHR solution for personal care and home health. ContinuLink Mobile Edge provides real-time EVV communication, location accuracy, and care planning using innovative technology that makes the caregiver experience simple and straightforward.
The Ohio EVV alternate vendor certification is part of the federal mandate that requires each state to be compliant with the Cures Act. The deadline for alternate vendor certification is June 30th, 2020, of which ContinuLink is well in advance, allowing the providers to implement and stabilize operations months ahead of EVV claim adjudication deadlines. The EVV certification vetting in Ohio is a stringent 9-step process and, to date, ContinuLink is one of the first full personal care EHR solution providers to achieve the certification.
ContinuLink Mobile Edge enables agencies to easily satisfy state-by-state EVV requirements, not just in Ohio but across the nation in states using various EVV models like Texas, Florida, California, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Indiana and more. Complia Health focused on the caregiver experience and provides insight into potential issues allowing for quick resolutions.
"Having a reliable solutions partner is paramount to our success in delivering quality home care and personal care services," says Sanjay Patel, Vice President of A-1 Nursing Care. "We're excited and feeling confident that ContinuLink's EVV solution is a process improvement for our clients and our caregivers."
Home care agencies looking for a certified EVV alternate vendor can learn more about Complia Health's ContinuLink Mobile Edge by scheduling a demo with a customer service representative.
Call 1.866.802.7704 for more information or visit ContinuLink Mobile Edge online.
About Complia Health 
Complia Health is a leading provider of technology and expertise for the post-acute and long-term care markets. Thousands of home health, hospice, palliative care, residential care, and community care locations count on Complia Health for the clinical, operational, and financial solutions required to profitability deliver quality care to their clients. Complia Health's innovative products are supported by an industry-leading team of health and technology experts located in the United States. For more information, visit http://www.compliahealth.com.




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Bill Poulos, Founder and President of Profits Run, recently provided insight on the current fluctuating state of the stock market. He explains that the market was overdue for correction, that once the coronavirus scares wear off, selloffs will dissipate, and the market opportunities will return.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
Bill Poulos, Founder and President of Profits Run, recently shared his thoughts on the current state of the stock market. Last week was reportedly the worst week for the Dow and S&P 500 since the 2008 financial crisis. Monday, the Dow rallied 5% with the largest percentage gain since 2009. Thursday, all major indexes dipped amid new COVID-19 death reports in the United States. In his statement, Poulos explained that the market is observing panic selling based on coronavirus fears however, the market was due for a correction and will eventually return to normal.
Poulos stated, "What we witnessed last week in stock markets around the world is panic selling. Triggered of course by the coronavirus uncertainty. During periods of panic selling all rationale is overcome by emotion as well as headline driven computer algorithms. The market was already well overdue for a correction and was waiting for the right headline to trigger that correction and right on cue we have the coronavirus scare. Now corrections do not usually occur so abruptly in a matter of five days but this one did and it may not be over. But the market will eventually find a bottom and at that point there will be buying opportunities abound."
USA Today noted that the fallout over the virus has dropped more than 3,500 points from the Dow Jones Industrial Average in one week alone, its largest decline ever. On Thursday, February 27th, the Dow plummeted nearly 1,200 points, its biggest one-day point drop ever.
Coronavirus is the name of a family of diseases. The current iteration, COVID-19, has not been experienced before and continues to spread around the world. As of today, there are at least 100 confirmed cases in the USA.
Poulos concluded, "The last panic selling of note occurred in December 2018 when the Fed was viewed as raising interest rates too rapidly. By late December there were few buyers to be found. And that marked the bottom of that particular panic selloff... While we don't know for sure when the current selloff will dissipate when it does there will be opportunities abound once again."
Bill Poulos is a long-time financial educator. He is co-founder and CEO of Profits Run, Inc., a financial publication firm that teaches investing principles and philosophies. Bill Poulos and Profits Run created programs and services such as Real Wealth Alert, 20/30 Wealth Trader, Premium Income Alert, and Earnings Profit Alert. Poulos and Profits Run are also responsible for the Profits Run Starfish Award. The award is presented to individuals who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of others.
About Profits Run, Inc. 
In 2001, Bill Poulos and his son Greg Poulos founded Profits Run, Inc. Profits Run is a financial education firm that offers different programs and services. Profit's Run earned its name from a popular saying amongst traders, "Cut your losses and let your profits run." Profits Run's mission is to show people a simpler and safer way to invest their money.

The market will eventually find a bottom and at that point there will be buying opportunities abound.



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Dr. Ahmed Abdullah, a board-certified plastic surgeon and founder/lead formulator of the Lexli Skin Care line, shares suggested modification to skin care routines in light of the coronavirus, as well as tips to ensure optimal skin integrity while consistently using hand sanitizers and soaps.

FARGO, N.D. (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
As the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus begin to increase in the United States, it's important to take every precaution against spread of the virus – including evaluating your skin care routine. That's according to Dr. Ahmed Abdullah, a board-certified plastic surgeon and the founder and lead product formulator at Lexli International, the premier line of aloe vera skin care.
"Like all coronaviruses, this novel strain is spread through respiratory droplets. For that reason, good hygiene practices and limited proximity to others is key to minimizing the potential for catching it," said Abdullah. "It's vital that we avoid touching our faces, as the virus enters our system via our nose, eyes and mouth. This presents a unique challenge when applying makeup and skin care."
According to Abdullah, the same good hygiene practices that always apply to our skin care routines become even more important now with the risk of a global pandemic. He advises the following precautions:
1. Always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds before applying makeup or skin care products. Blot skin dry with a clean towel. He advises that towels be laundered after every use. 
2. When using makeup or skin care products in a jar, always use a clean cosmetic spatula or cotton swab to scoop out product. Do not share products with others or use the public product testers found in beauty stores. 
3. While facial cleansing is typically necessary just 1-2x per day. Dr. Abdullah suggests that adding a mid-day facial cleanse is an appropriate precaution in light of the coronavirus risk.
On the topic of hand washing and hand sanitizer use, Dr. Abdullah suggests this is, by far, the most important practice for minimizing the spread of coronavirus. "No part of our body touches the outside world more than our hands so it's no surprise that they are teeming with bacteria and germs." He explains that, "because coronavirus is surrounded by a lipid layer, it is easily dissolved by the use of soap and water or hand sanitizers that contain at least 60% alcohol. However, the ingredients that kill coronavirus are also the ingredients that dry out our skin and that leads to a host of additional problems." In addition to being uncomfortable, dry skin can become cracked, which creates a risk for skin infections.
To maintain skin integrity, Dr. Abdullah advises that immediately after washing skin or using hand sanitizer, a moisturizing product is used, such as a hydrating moisturizer for the face and a rich lotion for hands. Damage from hand sanitizers can be minimized through the use of products that incorporate moisturizing ingredients. He advises looking for ingredients like propylene glycol, squalene and glycerin.
Given the current shortage of hand sanitizers, Dr. Abdullah suggests that consumers can simply and affordably make their own effective hand sanitizer by mixing two commonly found ingredients: one part aloe vera gel and two parts isopropyl alcohol.
While it's easy to panic with coronavirus leading the headlines each day, Dr. Abdullah offers a different perspective. "For most individuals, the symptoms of this strain of coronavirus will be similar to any other flu. The biggest risk is to those with compromised health and immune symptoms. It's important not to panic and to take practical steps to ensure protection."
About Lexli: 
Founded in 1996 by Dr. Ahmed Abdullah, a board-certified plastic surgeon and noted aloe researcher, Lexli is the premier line of aloe vera skin care products. The company offers a full-range of advanced solutions for daily skin maintenance, specific skin concerns and the signs of aging, including AloeGlyC, the advanced facial glycolic acid exfoliator; Lightening Lift, a unique aloe vera face mask; and the Acne Kit, one of the most potent and comprehensive acne treatments available over-the-counter.
Lexli products are sold by licensed skin care professionals throughout the United States and in select countries worldwide, as well as online at the Lexli website.
For more information visit lexli.com, Facebook or Instagram.

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Dr. Ahmed Abdullah is a board-certified plastic surgeon and the founder/lead formulator at Lexli Skin Care.

"The frequent use of hand soaps and hand sanitizers is key to minimizing the spread of the coronavirus. The challenge is that the ingredients in these products that kill the virus are the same ones that wreak havoc on our skin." - Dr. Ahmed Abdullah.



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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), have raised concerns about the negative effects of aluminum exposure in humans. Because some vaccines contain aluminum, the FDA published a paper in 2011 (Mitkus et al.) to address concerns about aluminum exposure from vaccines in infants. The paper compared the aluminum exposure from vaccines in infants to a safety limit of oral aluminum determined by the ATSDR. However, this study incorrectly based its calculations on 0.78% of oral aluminum being absorbed into the bloodstream rather than the value of 0.1% used by the ATSDR in its computations. As a result, the FDA paper assumed that nearly 8 (0.78%/0.1%) times more aluminum can safely enter the bloodstream, and this led the authors to incorrectly conclude that aluminum exposure from vaccines was well below the safety limit.
Physicians for Informed Consent (PIC), an educational nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering data on infectious diseases and vaccines, posted a detailed description of this error today on ResearchGate.
Dr. Christopher Shaw, professor at the University of British Columbia, has performed numerous studies on the effects of injected aluminum on mice, and commented: "We knew that the Mitkus et al. paper modeling aluminum clearance had to be inaccurate since it was assuming that injected aluminum kinetics were the same as the kinetics of aluminum acquired through diet. Now, in addition, we see that they did their modeling based on using the incorrect level of aluminum absorption. What is particularly striking is that despite all these errors, since 2011, Mitkus et al. is used by CDC and other entities as the basis for claiming that aluminum adjuvants are safe."
Dr. Shira Miller, president of PIC, said, "We posted the Mitkus 2011 erratum on ResearchGate in hopes of bringing it to the attention of scientists and researchers who are interested in the safety of the quantities of injected aluminum found in childhood vaccines and would be in a position to further research the safety concern."
About Physicians for Informed Consent 
Physicians for Informed Consent is a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit organization focused on science and statistics. PIC delivers data on infectious diseases and vaccines, and unites doctors, scientists, healthcare professionals, attorneys, and families who support voluntary vaccination. In addition, the PIC Coalition for Informed Consent consists of more than 200 U.S. and international organizations. To learn more or to become a member, please visit physiciansforinformedconsent.org. 

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SAFE Health, a digital healthcare company focused on sexual health, has been selected as a finalist for the 12th annual SXSW Pitch (formerly SXSW Accelerator) for its debut product, The SAFE App, which lets potential partners verify each others sexual health status and provides the easiest and least expensive way to get tested.
SXSW Pitch is the marquee event of South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference & Festivals (March 13 - 22, 2020) Startups Track, where leading startups from around the world showcase some of the most impressive technology innovations to a panel of hand-picked judges and a live audience. Out of the 937 companies that applied to present at SXSW Pitch 2020, SAFE was selected as one of 5 finalists in the Health, Wearables & Wellbeing category.
The event will be held the first weekend of SXSW Conference & Festivals on the fourth floor of the Downtown Hilton Austin, Salon D/E. The event will then culminate with the 2020 SXSW Pitch Awards Ceremony on Sunday evening, March 15, where winning startups from each category and a Best in Show winner will be announced and honored. SAFE and fellow finalists in the Health, Wearables & Wellbeing category will present on March 15th.
"Our goal is to empower young people to respect and protect their sexual health,"said Lauren Weiniger, co-founder of SAFE. "We created a tool to make it easier, and a little less awkward, to have the conversation about sexual health between partners, while also providing access to easy and affordable testing. It's not about blame or shame, our mission is to end the spread and stigma of STDs in our lifetime."
According to the CDC, STD rates have reached an all-time high in the U.S. for the fifth year in a row. Dating apps and social networks have played a significant role as they have expanded dating pools, enabling STIs to spread rapidly through diverse populations. The HIPAA-compliant SAFE App is the first real-world, practical solution to addressing what the CDC now calls a "public health crisis." The app lets people import their medical records from any provider, so they can show their status on their phone (and confirm the status of their partners). The app also lets users schedule affordable testing at 30,000 locations across the country.
"For over a decade, SXSW Pitch has played a pivotal role in...giving promising companies the resources they need to succeed when it matters most and providing high profile exposure," said SXSW Pitch Event Producer Chris Valentine. "Of the 503 companies who have participated since the competition's inception, over 75 percent have gone on to secure funding and 16 percent have been acquired."
For more information about SXSW Pitch and to view the complete list of finalists, visit: https://www.sxsw.com/pitch.
About SAFE App 
SAFE App lets people show their verified STD status on their phone, and provides the easiest and least expensive way to get tested and treated. Users can import their medical records for free from any provider, or book testing at over 30,000 locations. SAFE has partnerships with many of the leading players in healthcare, including Quest, Labcorp, and Mayo Clinic. More than an app, SAFE is a movement to end the spread and stigma of STDs in our lifetime. 
Download SAFE App here: http://www.safeapp.me 
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About SXSW 
SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries. An essential destination for global professionals, the event features sessions, showcases, screenings, exhibitions, and a variety of networking opportunities. SXSW proves that the most unexpected discoveries happen when diverse topics and people come together. SXSW 2020 will take place March 13 - 22, 2020. For more information, please visit sxsw.com.
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The SAFE App 
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"Our goal is to empower young people to respect and protect their sexual health. We created a tool to have the conversation about sexual health between partners, while also providing access to easy and affordable testing...our mission is to end the spread and stigma of STDs in our lifetime."




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The Boston Center for Facial Rejuvenation Welcomes Dr. Catherine DiGiorgio to their award-winning practice. Dr. DiGiorgio is a Board-Certified dermatologist, specializing in laser and cosmetic procedures for the face and body. Here she will join two of Boston's finest cosmetic surgeons, Dr. Leonard Miller and Dr. Sean Doherty.

BOSTON (PRWEB) MARCH 06, 2020
Leonard Miller, MD, FACS, FRCS is happy to announce the arrival of Board-Certified Dermatologist, Catherine DiGiorgio, MD. The Harvard-trained dermatologist comes into the group with a top-notch education and extensive experience in lasers and cosmetic procedures, most recently working in private practice in Boston, MA and Austin, TX. The Boston Center for Facial Rejuvenation is pleased to add Dr. DiGiorgio's unique dermatology expertise and skill to the aesthetic team.
Dr. Miller started his private practice in 1985 and over the last 20 years has built the Boston Center for Facial Rejuvenation into a leading cosmetic surgical and non-surgical treatment facility for the greater Boston area. A pioneer in the field of aesthetic medicine, he was the first doctor to bring the micro-needling procedure to the United States. A board-certified plastic surgeon, over the years, Dr. Miller has perfected several innovative and complex surgical techniques such as the natural facelift and neck rejuvenation. Dr. Miller continues to participate in valuable clinical trials, developing new cosmetic products and skin care technologies.
Dr. Doherty is a board-certified plastic surgeon, specializing in surgical procedures for the breast and body. He joined the Boston Center for Facial Rejuvenation in February of 2015, bringing his talent for creating a pleasing appearance without looking plastic or unnatural. Together, Dr. Miller and Dr. Doherty have been able to provide a wide range of cosmetic surgery procedures for all areas of the face, neck, breast and body.
With two locations, one in Boston and one in Brookline, the Boston Center for Facial Rejuvenation has grown into one of the city's top destinations for surgical and noninvasive cosmetic procedures. As a board-certified dermatologist, Dr. DiGiorgio will bring extensive experience, sharing the team's passion for gentle, natural aesthetic care. She is already an active member of the Boston community and will make an outstanding addition to the Boston Center for Facial Rejuvenation team.
ABOUT DR. CATHERINE DIGIRGIO 
The New Orleans native completed her medical training at the Tulane University School of Medicine. This was followed by her internship in Internal Medicine and residency in Dermatology at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. Dr. DiGiorgiocame to Boston for a competitive fellowship, training at the Harvard Laser and Cosmetic for Photomedicine for 2 years. During this time, she trained in the application of laser and energy-based devices alongside the world's most respected dermatologists. Today, Dr. DiGiorgio is a speaker and educator, presenting at medical conferences across the U.S., contributing to peer-reviewed journals and textbooks, and participating in dermatology resident education. Before coming to the Boston Center for Facial Rejuvenation, Dr. DiGiorgio practiced dermatology in private practice in Boston and Austin, Texas.
Known for using a conservative approach to dermatology, Dr. DiGiorgio creates a unique treatment plan for every individual. With a gentle bedside manner, she tailors each plan around the patient's needs, goals and lifestyle. Dr. DiGiorgio specializes in the use of lasers for semi-invasive and noninvasive procedures. She has extensive experience with Botox and fillers, thread lifts, and microneedling, as well as using PRP growth factors for restoring both skin and hair.
The Boston Center for Facial Rejuvenation welcomes all our patients to consult with Dr. DiGiorgio. She is going to make a wonderful addition to the team. If you would like more information on any of our anti-aging treatments or would like to schedule a consultation appointment with Dr. DiGiorgio, contact the Boston Center for Facial Rejuvenation at 617.735.8735.




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The Aging Life Care Association is a nationwide, 2000-member strong association of Aging Life Care Professionals who help older adults and families plan and assist in long-term care and who are often on-call or involved during emergencies.
This is especially important during times of public health challenges, like the COVID-19 (corona) virus. Aging Life Care Managers help clients and their families be prepared and have action plans through their holistic approach.
Aging Life Care Professionals are up-to-date on news and developments, and ready to assist their clients during the COVID-19 crisis in compassionate, competent, and controlled manners. They plan ahead to ensure that clients have what they will need at home including at least a month's supply of medications, fever-reducing over-the-counter medications, gloves, disinfecting wipes, and ensuring vaccinations are current.
While scientists are still gathering data, both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) have been providing daily updates on this novel virus. Aging Life Care Professionals are able to be nimble and efficient by conveying this information to their clients as they occur.
"As an Aging Life Care practice based in Seattle, Washington, we are proceeding with an abundance of care and caution. We closely monitor public health directives and recommendations and employ best practices, such as proper and frequent hand washing, especially for personal visits. We are also in regular communication with allied professionals, such as our contacts at housing communities where our clients are residents, as well as with our clients' families and other care partners. Our top concern is our clients' health and well-being, that their families are getting clear information, and that our staff is safe as well," said Lisa Mayfield, founder of Aging Wisdom and past president of the Aging Life Care Association."
Current recommendations from these established health organizations are to practice every day preventative measures. Individuals and families are informed to follow the everyday preventive measures including: voluntary home isolation; respiratory etiquette; hand hygiene (washing or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with 60%-95% alcohol); avoid touching eyes, nose, mouth and ears; and routinely clean frequently touched surfaces and objects with disinfected wipes especially mobile phones and computers.
Routine use of these measures by everyone will increase community resilience and readiness for responding to an outbreak. According to the CDC, decisions about the implementation of community measures will be made by local and state officials, in consultation with federal officials as appropriate, and based on the scope of the outbreak and the severity of illness. Implementation will require extensive community engagement and ongoing and transparent public health communications.
ALCA's Aging Life Care Professionals are dedicated, smart, and responsive and can support clients as needs arise before and during illness outbreaks. This COVID-19 outbreak can be concerning, but knowledge is power. If you are worried about your aging loved one, connect with an Aging Life Care Professional – they are ready to assist and ensure your loved ones are taking necessary precautions, whether they live alone or in community setting.
ABOUT the Aging Life Care Association 
Aging Life Care Association was formed in 1985 to advance dignified care for older adults and their families in the United States. Founded by and handful of women entrepreneurs in the social work and nursing fields, the Association has grown to over 2000 members nationwide, and have cared for about two million older adults over its 35-year history. Aging Life Care Professionals have extensive training and experience working with older adults, people with disabilities, and families who need assistance with caregiving issues. Through a process of assessment, care planning and implementation, advocacy, education, decision support, and coaching, the Aging Life Care Professional guides families to specific decisions and actions that ensure quality care and optimal functioning for those they love. The practice of Aging Life Care and the role of care providers have captured a national spotlight, as generations of Baby Boomers age in the United States and abroad. For more information or to access a nationwide directory of Aging Life Care Professionals, please visit http://www.aginglifecare.org.

Seattle-based founder of Aging Wisdom, and past president of the Aging Life Care Association, Lisa Mayfield stated, "Our top concern is our clients' health and well-being, that their families are getting clear information, and that our staff is safe as well."



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The results are positive overall for the satisfaction survey conducted by New Alliance Academy to measure the effectiveness of their program.

PARAMUS, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 07, 2020
Recently, New Alliance Academy has conducted a survey to measure the overall satisfaction of their therapeutic education program. Those who took the survey were asked several questions and were instructed to rate their satisfaction level based on those questions from strongly disagree to strongly agree. The satisfaction level for every question on the survey had a positive outcome.
As the word "alliance" explains in its name, New Alliance Academy works very closely with the students' families in order to achieve the students' goals. Due to this dynamic relationship, measuring the degree of family satisfaction is an essential tool to further the success of the program. New Alliance Academy is very proud to announce that overall, families are very satisfied with the school's program. Full results of the survey can be found on the New Alliance Academy website.
About
New Alliance Academy in Paramus, NJ is a high school for teenagers who experience acute psychological distress. New Alliance Academy provides a full educational curriculum that addresses the emotional and academic needs of its students in a day school setting. The school integrates educational and ancillary therapeutic services, expertly crafted and delivered in one location. These therapeutic services are designed to eventually facilitate the adolescent's return to a least restrictive educational setting as soon as they are ready. Students gain a deeper understanding of themselves by receiving the tools they need to move forward in their education and in life.

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"The programs offered at New Alliance Academy give our students a deeper understanding of themselves while setting them up for success on their journey to adulthood." – New Alliance Academy Administration.




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A recent study by Queendom.com reveals that while perfectionistic tendencies tend to decrease with age, each generation still struggles to live up to personal and social standards.

MONTREAL (PRWEB) MARCH 07, 2020
International Women's Day is a celebration of the societal barriers that women have fought long, and fought hard, to break down. Simone de Beauvoir dared to challenge the patriarchy's belief of a woman's role, and rights, in society. Frida Kahlo spurred conversation on forbidden topics through her artwork. Mary Church Terrel wasn't just one of the first African American women to earn a college degree, she was also a strong advocate for women's right to vote. In spite of the progress women have made in the fight for equality, research from Queendom reveals that many still feel they are not enough ... they believe that in order to be loved, respected and accepted, they need to be better, look better, do more, be more, give more.
Analyzing data from nearly 1,000 women who took the Perfectionism Test, data from Queendom's study indicate that Gen Z girls and Gen Y women feel the most pressure to be perfect. This perceived pressure is less prominent in Gen Xers and Baby Boomers, but still present. Here's what Queendom's data revealed:
WOMEN TEND TO SET EXCESSIVELY HIGH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR THEMSELVES
> They are only proud of their work if it receives praise from a teacher/manager. 

     Gen Z: 48%

     Gen Y: 41%

     Gen X: 27%

     BBs: 20%

> They are only satisfied when a task is done perfectly 

     Gen Z: 67%

     Gen Y: 71%

     Gen X: 65%

     BBs: 64%

> They believe that failing an assignment at school/work makes them a failure as a person. 

     Gen Z: 47%

     Gen Y: 52%

     Gen X: 48%

     BBs: 24%

WOMEN TEND TO SET EXCESSIVELY HIGH PERSONAL STANDARDS FOR THEMSELVES
> They want to excel at everything they take on. 

     Gen Z: 66%

     Gen Y: 71%

     Gen X: 54%

     BBs: 56%

> They believe they will never be rejected (by a significant other, by friends, etc.) if they are perfect. 

     Gen Z: 35%

     Gen Y: 36%

     Gen X: 30%

     BBs: 8%

> They constantly worry about making mistakes. 

     Gen Z: 47%

     Gen Y: 52%

     Gen X: 56%

     BBs: 48%

WOMEN FEEL PRESSURE FROM THEIR FAMILY TO BE PERFECT
> They feel that no matter how hard they try, it's never good enough for their family or partner. 

     Gen Z: 44%

     Gen Y: 41%

     Gen X: 37%

     BBs: 32%

> They are afraid of being criticized if they mess up. 

     Gen Z: 54%

     Gen Y: 43%

     Gen X: 37%

     BBs: 16%

> They have trouble saying no to requests because they don't want to let people down. 

     Gen Z: 55%

     Gen Y: 60%

     Gen X: 54%

     BBs: 18%

WOMEN FEEL PRESSURE FROM SOCIETY TO BE PERFECT
> The thought of being considered "average" terrifies them. 

     Gen Z: 60%

     Gen Y: 56%

     Gen X: 58%

     BBs: 40%

> They believe that in order to be respected, they need to have a lot of money. 

     Gen Z: 23%

     Gen Y: 29%

     Gen X: 13%

     BBs: 16%

> They believe they have to be in perfect physical shape to be attractive. 

     Gen Z: 51%

     Gen Y: 46%

     Gen X: 39%

     BBs: 40%

"Even though most women know deep down that perfection is unattainable, they still strive for it," explains Dr. Jerabek, president of PsychTests, the parent company of Queendom. "It's that duality that causes so much heartache; that constant battle between the woman they want to be, and the woman they feel they need to be. For example, the vast majority of the women in our study said that they are proud of their achievements. Yet, more than half of them still worry about what other people think of them, loved ones and strangers alike. On the one hand, I believe we have come very far in terms of shattering beauty and gender role stereotypes, and making women feel more comfortable with who they are. On the other hand, so many women are still ridden by self-doubt and a need for external validation, still struggle with self-esteem issues and imposter syndrome, and still feel that self-love is selfish and egotistical."
Why do so many women still feel like they're not good enough?
"Because this concept of the 'ideal woman' still floats around on social media, on television, and in movies - and it's a moving target. One day, women should be thin, blond influencers. The next day they should emulate the pony-tailed perfect mom who always makes healthy snacks, or the curvy, career-oriented woman. So it's a constant everyday pressure women put on themselves to be everything to everyone. However, while it is true that women are bombarded with the unrealistic messages about the ideal female, we are as guilty, if not more, of imposing impossible standards on ourselves. We are not helpless victims. We have a voice. We can step into our power without blaming our lack of self-love on society. We can take responsibility for our own happiness - and taming our perfectionism is a great step in the right direction. My hope for women on March 8th is for them to choose to be who they want to be, and to do what their heart calls them to do - and not give a damn about what anyone else thinks."
Want to assess your perfectionistic tendencies? Check out our Perfectionism Test at https://www.queendom.com/tests/access_page/index.htm?idRegTest=3051
Professional users, such as HR managers, coaches, and therapists, can request a free demo for this or other assessments from ARCH Profile's extensive battery: http://hrtests.archprofile.com/testdrive_gen_1
To learn more about psychological testing, download this free eBook: http://hrtests.archprofile.com/personality-tests-in-hr
About PsychTests AIM Inc. 
PsychTests AIM Inc. originally appeared on the internet scene in 1996. Since its inception, it has become a pre-eminent provider of psychological assessment products and services to human resource personnel, therapists, academics, researchers and a host of other professionals around the world. PsychTests AIM Inc. staff is comprised of a dedicated team of psychologists, test developers, researchers, statisticians, writers, and artificial intelligence experts (see ARCHProfile.com). The company's research division, Plumeus Inc., is supported in part by Research and Development Tax Credit awarded by Industry Canada.

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More than half of the women in our study still worry about what other people think of them, loved ones and strangers alike.




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Keller Grover LLP is investigating recent reports that Walgreens suffered a large data breach involving certain patients' personal information, including sensitive information such as patient names, prescription numbers and drug names, pharmacy locations, and shipping addresses, where applicable.

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 07, 2020
According to a February 2020 letter sent to affected individuals, Walgreens became aware of a data breach involving the Walgreens mobile app personal secure messaging feature. According to the letter, an application error allowed certain personal messages from Walgreens that are stored in a database to be viewable by other customers using the Walgreen mobile app. The letter states that patient information that might have been viewed by other customers included patient names, prescription numbers and drug names, pharmacy locations, and shipping addresses, where applicable.
"Medical information is considered to be among the most personal and private of information under California law," says Keller Grover LLP attorney Eric A. Grover. "For that reason, healthcare providers are required to give patients timely notice of data breaches and the negligent release and disclosure of medical information can, under certain circumstances, give rise to claims by affected individuals for money damages."
Similar medical data breaches involving the failure to properly secure medical information have given rise to class action lawsuits. Recently, for example, St. Joseph Health Systems finalized a class action lawsuit settlement valued at over $30 million involving St. Joseph's alleged failure to properly secure its network, allowing patient information to become publicly accessible on the internet.
If you have any information about the Walgreens data breach or are a California resident that has been affected by the data breach and have questions, contact Keller Grover's attorneys at 888-535-5291 or by email at info@kellergrover.com. 
Keller Grover LLP is a leader in the field of medical information privacy litigation and has represented clients in numerous medical data breach class action cases, including lawsuits against St. Joseph Health Systems, Stanford Hospitals and Clinics, Health Net and 21st Century Oncology. Keller Grover will not charge you for reviewing your information and all information that you provide to Keller Grover in the process of seeking legal advice will be held strictly confidential. (Attorney Advertising)



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At the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp) 2020 Symposium, the presentation "Difficult Cases: the Art and Science of Clinical Decision Making" will address all eating disorder treatment professionals to enhance their clinical decision making, case conceptualization and communication skills through intra- and interdisciplinary discussion.

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Collaboration between providers of various disciplines is a vital part of clinical practice in the treatment of eating disorders. Caring for complex patients at varying levels of treatment and in different environments requires that healthcare practitioners gain and practice effective interdisciplinary communication skills.
At the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp) 2020 Symposium, the presentation "Difficult Cases: the Art and Science of Clinical Decision Making" will address all eating disorder treatment professionals to enhance their clinical decision making, case conceptualization and communication skills through intra- and interdisciplinary discussion.
During the session, presenters Michaela Voss, MD, Joanna Wiese, PhD and Isabelle Bouchard, MS, RD, LD will review cases that include transgender adolescents, chronic failure-to-thrive children, high-performing athletes, individuals with limited socioeconomic resources and multi-cultural families.
Dr. Voss, graduated medical school from University of Kansas Medical Center–Kansas City, KS, in 2010. She completed pediatric residency in 2013 at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin – Milwaukee and graduated from adolescent medicine fellowship in 2016 at Seattle Children's Hospital – Seattle. Dr. Voss joined the Adolescent Medicine Department at Children's Mercy-Kansas City in 2016. Her current clinical focus includes eating disorders, transgender care, and mental health. Her research including eating disorders within the transgender community and creating a national eating disorder database with the Society of Adolescent Health and Medicine.
Dr. Wiese is a psychologist at Children's Mercy Kansas City outpatient eating disorder specialty clinic and an Assistant Professor at the University of Missouri Kansas City Medical School in the department of Pediatrics. She has treated eating disorders in a variety of inpatient, residential and outpatient treatment settings and has done research on eating disorders and help seeking behaviors among college students. She also has clinical training and research experience in behavioral treatments for eating disorders, including family-based treatment.
Bouchard obtained her bachelor's degree from Kansas State University and her Master's in Dietetics and Nutrition from the University of Kansas. Her Master's thesis focused on respiratory quotient as a metabolic indicator of health. Bouchard's current clinical focus is in treating adolescents and adults with eating disorders and disordered eating. She is the owner of Bamboo Nutrition, an outpatient practice for eating disorders in Columbia, MO.
The 2020 iaedp Symposium is slated for March 26-29 at the Omni at ChampionsGate in Orlando. Registration and Exhibit Hall space are still open. For more information, visit 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, Walden Behavioral Care and KIPU.
The 2020 iaedp Symposium is proud to announce Bronze Sponsors: ViaMar Health, Eating Disorder Recovery Specialists, Simple Practice, Transcend ED, Fairwinds Treatment Center and Montecatini.

Collaboration between providers of various disciplines is a vital part of clinical practice in the treatment of eating disorders.



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New vendor reviews and industry insights in latest release of The Medicaid Black Book - March 2020.
Latest vendors reviews include: 

Acumen Fiscal Agent

Avolution

Cambria Solutions

Corticon

Elyon Enterprise Strategies

Esystems, Inc

eviCore Healthcare

HealthEC

MarkLogic

Distribution of latest results 

1 vendor achieved 5 out of 5 stars. 3 vendors were rated 3/5 stars, 4 vendors were rated 4/4 stars. 

There are now more than 40 in-depth vendor reviews in The Medicaid Black Book, with new ones added each month. 
See the full list of vendor reviews included here - https://www.mostlymedicaid.com/?page_id=12669.
Selected excerpts from latest strategic insights:  

Industry thought leader interviews

----Aaron Lambert of Healthy Blue Louisiana gives his thoughts on the transformation of LA's Medicaid program and provides insights on NEMT and administrative simplification. 
----Bruce Crosby of Health Velocity Capital weighs in on the impact of politics on the investment outlook, provides details on CareBridge (LTSS space), and the need for deep domain expertise to succeed in Medicaid vertical investing. 
Industry trends analysis 

MCO Financial Performance- The markets responded to the Wellcare-Centene deal. There was mixed EBITDA performance. 

Mergers, Acquisitions and Investment Activity- There was extensive plan activity (beyond Wellcare/Centene), especially for provider acquisition and small market buys. On the provider side, home health investment continued and a resurgence of hospice funding was observed. 

About The Medicaid Black Book
The Medicaid Black Book is the premier market intelligence subscription product for business leaders in the Medicaid industry. 
Content includes: 

In depth review and rating of vendor firms that are currently trying to partner with Medicaid health plans or state agencies

Exclusive interviews with Medicaid Health Plan CEOs and Investment leaders

Highly focused content that matters to Medicaid industry business leaders, including

---Surveys of what is top of mind for health plan CEOs 
---Analysis of key regulatory changes 
---Analysis of Medicaid health plan financial performance 
---Analysis of mergers and acquisitions activity
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The Quinism Foundation and Veterans for Common Sense are calling on Congress to fund critical research into the chronic adverse neurological and psychiatric effects of mefloquine and related quinoline antimalarial drugs, following release of a report by an ad hoc committee of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM). The NASEM committee was charged by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs with looking at "long-term health effects" of antimalarial medication, with "special attention" "to possible long-term neurologic effects," and "long-term psychiatric effects." [1]
On February 25, 2020, the NASEM committee publicly released its final report. It observed a "disconnect between the level of concern raised–millions of people have used the drugs, and there are many known concurrent events and case reports of adverse events–and the systematic research that has been conducted, particularly in areas such as the use of mefloquine and persistent neurological or psychiatric outcomes." The committee found "there is a sharp contrast between the abundant amount of literature pertaining to concurrent adverse events that are experienced while a drug is being used or shortly following its cessation and the dearth of information, especially high-quality information, pertaining to adverse experiences after the use of that drug has ended." [1]
"To address the critical research needs identified by NASEM, Congress should establish chronic quinoline encephalopathy (neuropsychiatric quinism) as a perennial research topic under the Peer-Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) within the Department of Defense (DoD) Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program (CDMRP)," said Remington Nevin, MD, MPH, DrPH, executive director of The Quinism Foundation.
The Quinism Foundation and Veterans for Common Sense identified five focus areas for future research, including conducting high-quality epidemiological studies related to persistent health effects of antimalarial quinolines, particularly mefloquine.
"In a chapter titled 'Improving the Quality of Research on the Long-Term Health Effects of Antimalarial Drugs,'" Dr. Nevin said, "the committee noted the importance of epidemiological study designs that 'allow for the discovery of symptoms or diagnoses that covary. For example, if certain symptoms or diagnoses occur together in the same patients, there may be reason to consider a syndrome of "neuropsychiatric" symptoms that co-occur, rather than looking individually at separate neurologic or psychiatric experiences.' The committee also noted that a 'challenge when studying adverse events of drugs is that the occurrence of adverse events [e.g. prodromal psychiatric symptoms such as nightmares, insomnia, anxiety, depression, restlessness, and confusion during use of mefloquine (i.e., symptomatic exposure)] may cause an individual to decide to modify the dose, or even stop the drug completely, without consulting a health professional.'"
"This focus area should aim to fund epidemiological studies meeting the NASEM Committee's criteria relative to persistent health effects of antimalarial quinolines, particularly mefloquine – to include valid assessment of symptomatic quinoline exposure and particularly symptomatic mefloquine exposure, and subsequent covarying symptoms or diagnoses consistent with the described presentation of chronic quinoline encephalopathy," Dr. Nevin said.
Other focus areas identified include defining persistent central nervous system effects of antimalarial quinoline neurotoxicity, defining adverse neurophysiological effects of antimalarial quinolines, disentangling comorbid neuropsychiatric diagnoses confounded by antimalarial quinoline toxicity, and developing effective treatments.
Dr. Nevin said that, "this latter focus area should aim to develop treatable targets and treatments for patients with putative chronic quinoline encephalopathy – including those diagnosed with PTSD or TBI – to improve their health and lives." Dr. Nevin said in this respect that, "although the committee wrote in its report that it held open sessions during their study to 'listen to individual veterans and others, such as spouses and advocates, who are concerned about aspects of health that may be related to use of these antimalarial drugs', the committee was prohibited from reviewing patient reports."
"Had the committee been directed or allowed to review the medical records of affected patients, the unmet clinical needs of these individuals would have likely been readily apparent," said Anthony Hardie, National Chair and Director of Veterans for Common Sense, a national veterans organization.
About The Quinism Foundation
The Quinism Foundation, founded in January 2018, in White River Junction, Vermont, promotes and supports education and research on quinism, the family of medical disorders caused by exposure to quinoline drugs, including mefloquine and tafenoquine. Dr. Remington Nevin, Executive Director of The Quinism Foundation, is a board-certified occupational medicine and preventive medicine physician and former U.S. Army medical officer and epidemiologist. He is author of more than 30 scientific publications on malaria and the quinoline antimalarials.
1. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine 2020. Assessment of Long-Term Health Effects of Antimalarial Drugs When Used for Prophylaxis. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. Available at: https://doi.org/10.17226/25688.




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Grow Cart is excited to announce the addition of Ashley Damron as its Chief Operating Officer.
Grow Cart is a SaaS (software as a service) that allows any dispensary to start their own cannabis e-commerce and delivery service.
Damron joins Grow Cart from global software enterprise, Salesforce. Salesforce is a cloud-based B2B software company, headquartered in San Francisco.
"At Grow Cart, our mission is to make cannabis delivery as easy as pizza delivery," Damron says. "With both global scale and competitive moat, my role is to manage the daily details of our operational goals, prepare us to reach scale, and then focus on international expansion."
Grow Cart's turnkey platform has solved the cannabis delivery problem. Credit card processing challenges, app store restrictions around cannabis commerce, and predictive delivery in any city are just a few of the problems Grow Cart has solved for its customers.
SHARE CEO, Ryan McManus, says, "Grow Cart has it all - the timing, the story, the team - and is the most exciting company I have seen in years."
"[Damron] is an enormous asset to Grow Cart," says Founder and CEO, Rebecca Raffle. "She brings decades of experience working with industry-leading SaaS teams and managing large-scale technology projects."
When asked about her transition to Grow Cart from Salesforce, Damron said, "I am excited for the opportunity to join such a well-rounded team, a team that's been so methodically selected. We have the perfect combination of Silicon Valley start-up grit and Fortune 500 expertise. We each have a story that gives us the drive to take over the cannabis delivery market."
While at Salesforce, Damron's Client list included Live Nation, Boeing, Electronic Arts (EA) and Sony. Damron is best known as a diligent project leader who works well under pressure. "She possesses a keen ability to clearly communicate and execute projects to their maximum potential," Raffle says.
Launched in April of 2019, Grow Cart's technology and delivery service has been successful with recreational dispensaries in Michigan as well as CBD-only dispensaries in Indiana. Grow Cart is now accepting dispensary customers nationwide.

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"Having worked with Boeing and Sony, Damron possesses a keen ability to clearly communicate and execute projects to their maximum potential," says Grow Cart Founder and CEO, Rebecca Raffle.




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"Relapse Prevention Workbook": a masterful guide that encourages and leads the recovering alcoholic/addict through the mine fields and temptations that could lead them back to their addictive behaviors. "Relapse Prevention Workbook" is the creation of published author Judy Lohr, a licensed clinical social worker with many years of experience in addiction treatment, marriage and family therapy, adolescent counseling, and individual and group therapy. She has a private practice where she still counsels addicts and alcoholics.
Lohr writes, "This guide is for anyone who has stopped using alcohol or other drugs and wants to stay sober and drug-free. Successful sobriety involves more than just the desire not to drink or use–it also involves hard work. Here you'll find the tools you need to begin.
"This workbook is designed to help you stay sober. It is not meant to take the place of a Twelve Step group, counseling, or an aftercare program. It is to be used in conjunction with them.
"Whether you were addicted to cocaine, heroin, marijuana, alcohol, prescription drugs, or any other mind-altering chemical, the tools offered in this guide are meant to help you avoid relapse."
Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Judy Lohr's new book is a brimful workbook that allows the readers to understand what relapse is and its other negative effects in life.
With this purpose, Lohr aims to help the readers find a helpful tool that allows them to ask questions, clarify what they have learned, and gain support for those difficulties that might surface through their work in this guide.
View a synopsis of "Relapse Prevention Workbook" on YouTube.
Consumers can purchase "Relapse Prevention Workbook" at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or inquiries about "Relapse Prevention Workbook," contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.




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CMR, a developer and manufacturer of technological solutions for medical diagnostic imaging and information technology, has received FDA clearance for its MRH Radiological Series which include the MRH Alfa, MRH II and MRH IIE Radiographic Systems.
The MRH Radiographic Systems are designed for general radiographic applications such as extremity, head, abdominal and thoracic imaging. Equipped with state-of-the-art control technology that permits to perform studies quickly and efficiently which leads to increased productivity. The control console features an anatomical programmer for fast and accurate radiographic technic selection. The system can be configured with one or more digital detector. Compact design and minimal pre-installation requirements facilitate installation in areas of limited space.
The MRH Series, the previously FDA cleared ARiX RAD System, Information Technology Systems and Molecular Breast Imaging Systems are available globally through direct and indirect distribution channels.
About CMR: CMR, Compañia Mexicana de Radiologia CGR, S.A. de C.V., is a global developer and manufacturer of high-quality diagnostic imaging equipment and healthcare information systems, including DICOM-compliant software. Established in 1973, CMR is headquartered in Queretaro, Mexico, location of its x-ray and information technology development and manufacturing facilities. CMR X-Ray, LLC based in Waukesha, Wisconsin designs and manufactures medical x-ray generators that are suitable for OEM and x-ray dealer applications. CMR Molecular Imaging, a unit of CMR Naviscan Corporation which is based in Carlsbad, California develops and manufactures high resolution Molecular Breast Imaging systems. For more information visit:
http://www.cmr-rx.com 
http://www.cmr-naviscan.com 




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Current customers of PrognoCIS EHR will receive the Telehealth module along with the questionnaire for Coronavirus diagnosis (as per CDC guidelines) free until June 15, 2020.
Telehealth or remote care is a powerful platform for providing treatment and care in the recent Coronavirus outbreak. This technology is connecting the healthcare community with patients while ensuring safety for all - physicians, nurses, office staff, and patients.
Telehealth offers unique opportunities for physicians to quickly diagnose patients remotely, prescribe medication via e-prescriptions, monitor patient's progress and provide access to care at all times..
In the event of self-containment, with telehealth, doctors can refer patients to appropriate clinics as needed. This helps fight and control infection and also allows patients to receive care in their homes without exposing them and others to further illness.
"We encourage our customers to utilize our telehealth module for enhanced provider-patient safety. Telemedicine is a useful platform to evaluate and reassure patients in the comfort of their own surroundings. Whether the provider is currently using telehealth or not, now is an opportunity to embrace and capitalize on its advantages" says Vinay Deshpande, CEO, Bizmatics Inc.
PrognoCIS took proactive measures from the onset of Coronavirus. In late January, they released patient questionnaire (as per CDC guidelines) within their EHR, to reflect the criteria for evaluation of Persons Under Investigation. This resource prepared physicians and their staff, to carry out diagnostic testing, clinical care, and further control the spread of infection.
According to media reports - The next few months are critical in the ongoing efforts to contain COVID-19 spread among communities. Telehealth will play a crucial role in preventing the spread of the virus which has so far been extremely contagious and hard to contain.
About Bizmatics: Bizmatics Inc. is a healthcare technology company serving the needs of Ambulatory Medical Practices of all sizes and specialties. PrognoCIS – their cloud-based EHR Software provides physicians with tools that promote quality and value-based care for their patients. PrognoCIS helps providers take utmost care of their patients by seamlessly integrating scheduling, documentation, billing and patient engagement. Some of the features that help achieve this herculean task include Practice Management, Medical Billing and Revenue Cycle Management, Telemedicine, Patient Portal, e-prescription and more.
PrognoCIS clients include physician practices, specialty medical centers, community health clinics, diagnostic laboratories, medical imaging centers, first responders and virtual clinics (telemedicine).
Media: 
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Marketing Manager 
Bizmatics Inc 
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ServiceMaster DSI, the nation's largest owner and operator of ServiceMaster Franchises has increased efforts to assist with the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak. With new cases of coronavirus infection being reported daily and the impact being felt across the globe, ServiceMaster DSI has committed their own resources to further the education, communication and treatment of facilities possibly impacted by or preparing for COVID-19.
Concentrating on the treatment and decontamination of facilities and buildings, the experts at ServiceMaster DSI have identified several disinfection procedures and systems to help provide the most effective results available. Researching and testing various decontamination methods is something ServiceMaster DSI does continuously, however special precautions need to be taken in extreme situations such as the COVID-19 outbreak.
Complicating the task of proper decontamination and disinfection is the fact that information about COVID-19 is scarce and changes regularly. ServiceMaster DSI has committed resources to monitor changes and developments from respected sources such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as well as communicate regularly with clients, field personnel and other ServiceMaster network partners. This constant research, education and communication provide ServiceMaster DSI with valuable information not only about the virus itself, but the reaction of people and businesses related to news reports and potential challenges with decontamination.
"Through our ServiceMaster DSI and SRM brands, we have clients and relationships across the country as well as internationally. It is our duty to stay ahead of any aspect that may negatively impact our clients' businesses including the Coronavirus outbreak. We have committed our own resources including personnel, equipment and funds for aspects such as educational opportunities and client coordination to make sure we are best prepared to help any way we can." Jim Boccher – President and CEO ServiceMaster DSI / SRM
In addition, ServiceMaster DSI has brought industry experts such as industrial hygienists and disease control professionals into their offices to collaborate on various topics surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak and possible decontamination methods. With so many businesses and facilities under the threat of being impacted by the Coronavirus these developments and proactive measures may prove critical in the coming days and weeks.
DSI Holdings is an ownership/management group headquartered in Downers Grove, IL specializing in providing residential and commercial disaster restoration services through the ServiceMaster DSI and ServiceMaster Recovery Management (SRM) brands. Starting with its first ServiceMaster license in 1981, DSI Holdings has grown to be the premier ownership group within the ServiceMaster network, amassing 87 licenses within the United States and serving as the flagship SRM operator. Through these brands, DSI services clients in all 50 states and its large loss team has provided commercial disaster restoration services in more than 20 countries around the world.


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Healthy Directions announced today the launch of two new formulas in their popular Instaflex Pain Relief Cream line—a convenient roll-on and a fast-acting, extra strength spray.
The new ergonomic roll-on applicator dispenses cream quickly and allows for targeted, on-the-spot relief with no mess or waste. The smooth roller ball glides easily to help massage the cream deep into aching muscles for fast, long-lasting comfort.
The new Extra Strength Spray formula features a 360 degree continuous spray nozzle that makes it easy to apply the cooling spray directly onto hard-to-reach areas, where it dries quickly with no greasy residue.
Instaflex Pain Relief products, formulated with an exclusive, patented oxygenated oil, work fast and last for hours, relieving pain from conditions such as arthritis, back pain, strains, and joint and muscle pain.
In a randomized, double-blind, controlled comparison study Instaflex Pain Relief Cream was shown to be nearly twice as effective at relieving pain as a comparable menthol-only rub.
"Instaflex Pain Relief Cream is an extremely effective and safe way to control pain. I continually hear from people that it is working better than anything else they've tried," said Dr. Joseph Pergolizzi, who developed the Instaflex Pain Cream formula with Healthy Directions. "And now I'm thrilled that we're able to introduce these convenient new options, to eliminate any mess and make it easier to relieve pain on the go."
These new extensions are expected to be strong additions to the growing Instaflex product line, according Healthy Directions President Ben Teicher.
"Instaflex Pain Cream is so effective and selling so quickly that we've recently had to significantly increase production just to keep it in stock," said Teicher. "At the same time, we're working hard to give customers a range of convenient application options to accommodate all of their needs. We're excited about the convenience and portability of the roll-on and spray and are already hearing rave reviews from our customers."
Instaflex brand supplements and pain creams are the top-selling branded joint health and pain relief products at GNC. New Instaflex Pain Relief Roll-On and Extra Strength Spray are now available at select GNC stores as well as through the Healthy Directions catalog and at HealthyDirections.com.
About Healthy Directions: Healthy Directions LLC, a subsidiary of Adaptive Health LLC, is a leading health publisher and direct-to-consumer retailer of doctor-formulated nutritional supplements and skincare products, dedicated to providing people with a better path to better health. Healthy Directions provides expert guidance and advanced nutritional supplements from some of America's most knowledgeable and highly respected integrative- and alternative-health doctors including Julian Whitaker, MD; Dr. David Williams; Stephen Sinatra, MD; Aaron Tabor, MD; Drew Sinatra, ND; Richard Wurtman, MD; and Joseph Pergolizzi, Jr., MD. For more information, please visit http://www.healthydirections.com/About-Us
About Adaptive Health: Adaptive Health is a leader in science-based product development with a full portfolio of scientifically formulated nutritional health brands, including Nugenix, Instaflex, Peptiva, Lumiday, Dr. Sinatra, Dr. Williams, Dr. Whitaker, Sleep Answer, and Trilane. Adaptive Health products are sold in many major retailers across North America and internationally, as well as via its innovative direct-to-consumer ecommerce platform. For more information, please visit http://www.adaptivehealth.com.

I'm thrilled that we're able to introduce these convenient new options, to eliminate any mess and make it easier to relieve pain on the go. - Dr. Joseph Pergolizzi



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Gareda Home Care Services, one of the largest independently-owned, non-medical home care agencies in Illinois, employing over 2500 Home Care Aides, announced today they've selected CareAcademy as their trusted caregiver training solution.
Gareda has been serving Illinois for nearly 40 years, providing exceptional home care services to its clients. Gareda employs dedicated Home Care Aides that are thoroughly evaluated and screened and undergo extensive training. Gareda switched from an online training provider to CareAcademy's learning and development platform because of CareAcademy's demonstrated ability to improve onboarding and provide superior technology, content, and service. CareAcademy will serve as the platform to deliver interpersonal, compliance, and caregiver skills education in support of Gareda's in-home care training programs.
"Our partnership with CareAcademy allows us to go beyond just an online training program and focus on growing our business by investing in the learning, upskilling, and development of our most precious resource, our caregivers. CareAcademy's superior but simple technology, content, and service allows our business to continue to scale while providing the highest quality care to our clients," said Ella Grays, Chief Executive Officer of Gareda. "As innovators in this space, we know that better technology and high-quality classes will help us as we grow. To that end, we're extremely excited to provide CareAcademy's high-quality training to our thousands of caregivers, enabling them to provide top notch care to our clients."
"Gareda's leadership team is a pillar of the Illinois community at large, and particularly the Illinois Association of Community Care Program Homecare Providers community. We're thrilled to be the new solution of choice to help Gareda streamline many HR functions and prepare the right quality caregiver to work with any client, at any time, to meet the growing demand," says Helen Adeosun, CEO and Co-founder of CareAcademy. "Our best-in-class software and learning modules enable owners and managers to upskill workers for health needs and even certify new health workers in a range of skills to reduce their shortage of qualified workers."
CareAcademy helps home care agencies grow faster and effortlessly maintain compliance with engaging online caregiver learning and easy-to-use technology. CareAcademy has been shown to reduce caregiver onboarding time by up to 60%, driving higher revenues for home care agencies. CareAcademy offers high-quality caregiver training on an easy-to-use platform that automatically assigns the right training at the right time. Caregivers take engaging, bite-sized video classes on their smartphones. As a result of the class accessibility, platform features like text and email reminders, and simple but powerful technology, classes have a 90%+ completion rate. Home care agencies have the opportunity to access nearly 160 hours of mobile-friendly video training to meet state requirements, upskill their caregivers, and quickly onboard caregivers for new clients.
About CareAcademy 
Founded by caregivers, CareAcademy creates online training that empowers senior care professionals to deliver the highest caliber of service and improve the lives of older adults. Over 70,000 caregivers are learning and growing professionally through CareAcademy. Coupled with its automated training compliance dashboard, CareAcademy is an end-to-end, scalable training solution that transforms home care businesses into efficient industry leaders. To learn more, visit: http://www.careacademy.com.
About Gareda 
Gareda has been serving Illinois with pride, care and expertise since 1981. Gareda's quality in-home care services enable individuals to maintain in the comfort of their own home. Gareda upholds the worth and dignity of its diverse community of clients all while maintaining a family of dedicated employees by fostering an environment that integrates teamwork, integrity and unwavering professionalism. To learn more, visit: http://www.gareda.com/

Our partnership with CareAcademy allows us to go beyond just an online training program and focus on growing our business by investing in the learning, upskilling, and development of our most precious resource, our caregivers.




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Corban University recently announced a new opportunity for students to earn their bachelor's in nursing, in partnership with George Fox University.
Students will be able to complete their first two years of coursework at Corban University, earning an Associate of Science degree. They will then complete two years of upper-division nursing courses through George Fox University School of Nursing, along with practicums at area health facilities, and graduate with a four-year bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) degree.
Up to 15 seats in George Fox's nursing program (which is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and is approved by the Oregon State Board of Nursing) will be reserved each year specifically for Corban students, beginning in Fall 2022, streamlining the process for students to earn their nursing degree.
Students will benefit from rigorous coursework in the medical sciences at Corban, in addition to a core Bible curriculum, and will have the opportunity to remain closely connected with the Corban community during all four years of their education, with options to live on campus and continue taking Corban electives. Meanwhile, they'll take upper-division courses with expert George Fox nursing faculty and complete practicums at health facilities including Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics (Salem, Ore.) and Santiam Hospital (Stayton, Ore.).
Dr. Thomas Cornman, Provost of Corban University, says, "This opportunity will combine two key elements our students are seeking: a quality, biblically-based education with a strong Christian community, and a streamlined path toward a highly-demanded career. We're excited to partner with such a prestigious institution as George Fox to equip students who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ in the field of nursing."
Dr. Christina Cooper, Department Chair for Math, Science, & Kinesiology at Corban, says, "Corban already benefits from a strong biology department with exceptional faculty and hands-on research and internship opportunities. This new partnership will utilize our current offerings while providing an additional track for our students to pursue in the health field. I'm thrilled that Corban can be a part of providing graduates to fill these high-demand positions."
Corban's decision to provide a nursing track option arose from increasing demand, both from prospective students and from employers in today's marketplace. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs for registered nurses are projected to increase by 12% between 2018 and 2028 (the average national for job growth is just 5%).
While the Corban/George Fox nursing track will not be available to transfer students due to the 2-year cohort model, incoming freshmen for Fall 2020 are encouraged to apply to Corban University now. https://www.corban.edu/
About Corban: Corban is a private Christian university with an 85-year history of educating students who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ. Situated on a beautiful forested hillside overlooking Oregon's capital, Corban is only an hour from Portland, the Cascade Mountains, and the Oregon coast. Academic excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels, as well as online, prepares students for careers as business leaders, educators, medical professionals, politicians, ministry leaders, and more. Expert faculty, a tight-knit community, and opportunities for local and global engagement provide for students' growth both in and beyond the classroom.
About George Fox University: George Fox is Oregon's nationally recognized Christian university, providing students with personal attention, global opportunities to learn and serve, and a supportive community that encourages academic rigor and spiritual growth. At George Fox, each student is known—personally, academically, and spiritually.
Learn more about George Fox's nursing program: https://www.georgefox.edu/nursing/index.html
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Windsor Convalescent Center of North Long Beach, California and Encanto Palms Assisted Living in Phoenix, Arizona announced today that they are the recipients of Pinnacle Quality Insight's 2020 Customer Experience AwardTM.
Pinnacle Quality Insight conducts thousands of monthly phone surveys to establish a comprehensive review of their clients and gauge resident satisfaction. Every year, Pinnacle awards clients who have excelled at providing a superior customer experience for their patients and residents. Out of 2,700 care providers and 150,000 customer interviews conducted each year, only those scoring in the top 15% across a 12-month average receive the award.
Clients who achieve a Customer Experience Award must score well in at least one of the following categories: Overall, satisfaction, Nursing Care, Dining Service, Quality of Food, Cleanliness, Individual Needs, Laundry Service, Communication from Facility, Response to Problems, Treatment/Dignity, Recommend Facility to Others, Recreational Activities, Professional Therapy Services, Admission Process, Overall Safety, Overall Customer Experience
"Throughout its history, Windsor has always placed a strong emphasis on ensuring that the individual needs of every resident are met," says Mike Hurtado, Administrator at Windsor Convalescent Center of North Long Beach. "Over the course of 2019, a sampling of our residents and their families participated in monthly telephone interviews, and we are thrilled to be receive Pinnacle's 2020 Customer Experience Award."
"I feel privileged to serve with such amazing leaders as those at Encanto Palms Assisted Living," adds Dr. Charles Villafranca, DHA(ABD), MSHA/HM, Administrator and Executive Director at Encanto Palms Assisted Living.
About Pinnacle Quality Insight 
A customer satisfaction measurement firm with 24 years of experience in post-acute healthcare, Pinnacle conducts over 150,000 phone surveys each year and works with more than 2,500 care providers in all 50 US states, Canada and Puerto Rico.
About Windsor 
Windsor Convalescent Center of North Long Beach and Encanto Palms Assisted Living are associated with Windsor healthcare centers. Windsor provides short-term and long-term healthcare, rehabilitation services and assisted living communities throughout California and Arizona. Windsor employs professionals that provide nursing, therapeutic, sub-acute and rehabilitation care to over 4,000 patients daily.


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NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that Jeffrey Sparenborg, MD, Utah Valley Urology in Provo, UT, has been designated as a UroLift Center of Excellence. The designation recognizes that Dr. Sparenborg 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 proud to name Dr. Jeffrey Sparenborg as a UroLift Center of Excellence and provider of care for men with enlarged prostate symptoms using the UroLift System treatment," said Dave Amerson, president of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit. "The UroLift System is a safe and effective treatment that allows physicians to treat men in-office under local anesthesia, so they can experience lasting symptom relief within days after receiving treatment."
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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Greenlight Guru, the only medical device quality management system (MDQMS), today announced new software platform updates in order to align with the recently updated International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14971:2019 standard, as well as further enhancements to the Change Management capabilities they debuted in December 2019.
ISO 14971 is the predominant standard for risk management in the medical device industry, of which compliance is required in the United States, Canada, and the European Union. Put into effect in December 2019, ISO 14971:2019 is the latest update to the application of risk management for medical devices. It serves to define better key terminology, residual risk identification, and personnel competence.
"This iteration of the ISO 14971 standard is the first update in nearly 13 years, and offers much-needed clarifications to reflect current best practices," said Jon Speer, founder and VP of QA/RA at Greenlight Guru. "The update to our platform not only conforms to the new standard but represents our continued dedication to being the best quality management system for medical device companies."
Greenlight Guru's timely platform update to help medical device companies comply with these changing regulatory standards is proof that they eliminate the burden of allocating internal resources to update the design and quality processes for customers, allowing them to stay current with evolving industry regulations and compliance requirements.
Updates to the Greenlight Guru platform reflects changes to align with ISO 14971:2019, as well as several productivity enhancements, including: 

Enhanced Change Management capabilities intended to assure medical device companies are systematically assessing the impact of changes through built-in change evaluation functionality

The debut of Group Management, which gives companies the flexibility to create & manage different Groups of employees based on how their teams or organization are uniquely structured

This announcement comes on the heels of significant enhancements to Greenlight Guru's Change Management workflows, the launch of Digital Design Reviews, and the company's fifth consecutive quarter as a G2 Crowd market leader in the quality management software category.
For more information about Greenlight Guru's Risk Management capabilities, please visit https://www.greenlight.guru/risk-management-software.
About Greenlight Guru 
Greenlight Guru is the only quality management software platform designed specifically for medical device companies. The platform helps companies bring safer products to market faster, simplifies FDA and ISO regulatory compliance and provides a single source of truth by connecting the management of all quality processes like CAPAs, risk, audits and more. Greenlight Guru's platform is used by thousands of users across the globe to push beyond baseline compliance and achieve True Quality for their medical devices. For more information, visit http://www.greenlight.guru.
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On March 2, 2020 Frier Levitt, a national boutique healthcare law firm, filed an Amicus Curiae brief with the Supreme Court of the United States in the case Rutledge v. Pharmaceutical Care Management Association on behalf of the Community Oncology Alliance (COA) and several leading community oncology practices supporting state regulation of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and advocating on behalf of cancer patients and oncologists throughout the United States.
The Amicus Curiae brief brings to the Supreme Court's attention the unique perspective of community oncology practices, articulates the various ways that PBMs have interfered with optimal cancer care, and the importance of preserving the right of the states "to protect the health and well-being of their respective citizens."
"The Constitution and Supreme Court precedent make clear that protecting the health and well-being of citizens is properly in the hands of the state lawmakers. It is critical that states have the right to enact laws protecting both patients and providers from PBM abuse," said Jonathan E. Levitt, Esq., a founding partner of Frier Levitt. "I am honored to have worked alongside COA and these brave practices, to ensure that the interests of cancer patients and oncologists were heard by the Supreme Court at this critical moment."
The Petitioner in this case is the Arkansas Attorney General, Leslie Rutledge and the Respondent is powerful PBM lobbying group Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA). The specific law at issue in Rutledge is Arkansas's Act 900, which is a comprehensive piece of legislation enacted by Arkansas in 2015 to combat improper PBM practices, including "low-ball" reimbursement tactics. Once Arkansas passed Act 900, PCMA quickly sued the State of Arkansas arguing that the legislation was preempted by ERISA. After a series of appeals by the parties, the Supreme Court determined that it would hear the merits of the case, which provided the opportunity for community oncology practices to provide their unique and important perspective on the case by filing an Amicus Curiae brief.
The Amicus Curiae brief filed on behalf of COA and six other prominent community oncology practices discusses several important issues that are often overlooked in the ongoing battle between healthcare providers, including oncologists, and PBMs, such as the advent of oral cancer drugs combined with a highly consolidated PBM landscape. The brief notes that "the increased development, availability, and use of oral cancer drugs" has "catalyzed PBMs' shifting of patients from Community Oncology Practices to PBM-owned mail order pharmacies." The brief further notes that based on the development of oral cancer drugs "PBMs have aggressively entered the oral cancer drug 'market'" to the detriment of patients throughout the country. The Rutledge case is scheduled for oral argument on April 27, 2020.
Read the Amicus Curiae brief filed by Frier Levitt on behalf of COA and community oncology practices at: https://bit.ly/2PSKDu2.
About Frier Levitt 
Frier Levitt is a national boutique healthcare law firm located in Pine Brook, New Jersey. Our nearly 40 attorneys bring collective experience and backgrounds in pharmacy, hospital administration, professional licensing, Attorney General actions, clinical practice, and medical billing. We provide comprehensive legal services to healthcare providers, including physician groups, laboratories, surgery and imaging centers, Compounding and Specialty Pharmacies, Outsourcing Facilities, chemical manufacturers, repackagers, wholesalers, group purchasing organizations, buying groups, and other healthcare related businesses. Frier Levitt is uniquely positioned to serve as a guide to healthcare providers, offering a broad and deep understanding of federal and state healthcare laws and regulations and the industry as a whole. Learn more at:http://www.frierlevitt.com

The Constitution and Supreme Court precedent make clear that protecting the health and well-being of citizens is properly in the hands of the state lawmakers. It is critical that states have the right to enact laws protecting both patients and providers from PBM abuse," Jonathan E. Levitt, Esq.



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Join featured speakers Dr. Simone Sharma, Strategic Lead-Translational Analytics at PerkinElmer Informatics and Dr. Ying (Sherry) Li, Associate Director, Translational Medicine IT Business Partner at Bristol-Myers Squibb, for a live session taking place on Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 11am EDT (3pm GMT/UK).
A successful biomarker-driven clinical trial depends on optimal patient stratification. This is increasingly being restricted by the growing complexity, diversity and sheer size of translational medicine data. Empowering translational scientists to explore and analyze translational and clinical datasets for successful biomarker discovery is fraught with challenges. Furthermore, organizations need to establish best practices that adhere to FAIR guidelines for data management and data stewardship.
The presentation features a case study of BMS successfully integrating PerkinElmer Signals Translational whilst keeping the focus on FAIR guiding principles: 

Findable: A collaborative framework for effective sharing of data, analytics and insights

Accessible: Universal data access for effective cross-study analysis of translational research and clinical data

Interoperable: Flexible yet robust information model that ensures harmonization of datasets for cross-study analysis

Repeatable: Establish best practices by creating and sharing repeatable analytics protocols (Powered by TIBCO Spotfire) to test and adapt hypotheses across the organization

The webinar will be suitable for Translational/ Biomarker Scientists and IT personnel as well as individuals with the following job titles:

Precision Medicine Group Leaders/Scientists

Translational Research Group Leaders/Scientists

Biomarker Programme Leaders/Scientist

Translational R&D IT Leaders

Bioinformatics Groups/Scientists

For more information or to register for this free presentation, visit PerkinElmer Signals Translational: All is FAIR in Biomarker Discovery and Patient Stratification.
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The American Board of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine (ABAIM) is pleased to announce its recent incorporation as a not-for-profit entity. The ABAIM plans to credential healthcare professionals and anyone else who seeks a greater understanding of the growing role and use of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and deep learning (DL) solutions in health care.
Spearheading this effort is Orest Boyko, MD, PhD, Associate Professor (Research) of Psychology at The USC Michelson Center for Convergent Bioscience Bridge Institute, located at the University of Southern California; and Anthony Chang, MD, Chief Intelligence and Innovation Officer at the Sharon Disney Lund Medical Intelligence and Innovation Institute (MI3) at Children's Hospital of Orange County, Orange, CA. Dr. Chang is also the author of an upcoming book entitled Intelligence-Based Medicine: Principles and Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Human Cognition in Clinical Medicine and Healthcare and is the Editor-in-Chief of Intelligence-Based Medicine, an open access peer-review journal, published by Elsevier. Both are actively involved in the development and application of AI, ML, and DL in medicine.
Co-chaired by Dr. Boyko and Dr. Chang, ABAIM's growing board comprises professionals from an array of multidisciplinary and institutional backgrounds. These currently include: Matthew Lungren, MD, Assistant Professor of Radiology, Stanford University Medical Center; Kevin Maher, Professor of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine; Spyro Mousses, PhD, CEO, Systems Oncology; Tanveer Syeda-Mahmood, PhD, IBM Fellow & Chief Scientist, IBM Research; Sharief Taraman, MD, Health Science Associate Professor, UC Irvine School of Medicine; and Dennis Wall, PhD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Psychiatry, and Biomedical Data Science, Stanford Medical School.
Dr. Boyko, stated, "Artificial Intelligence and its related technologies are increasingly important not only to radiology and other medical imaging professionals, but also to health care as a whole, and I am grateful for this opportunity the Department of Psychology and The USC Michelson Center for Convergent Bioscience Bridge Institute have provided. This unique collaboration has enabled us to assemble the current stakeholders in a unified effort to create a truly interdisciplinary educational approach to advance the adoption of AI, ML, and DL in health care."
Dr. Chang continued, "The birth of the ABAIM is a tremendously exciting and major milestone in bringing AI education and certification to all healthcare providers. The ABAIM's modular curriculum will enable a wide range of healthcare professionals, including clinicians, executives, technicians, and nurses, as well as patients, data scientists, and information technology personnel, to become knowledgeable in the application of AI, ML, and DL tools and technologies. Our vision of creating synergy between healthcare and AI-related technologies will bring about a new paradigm of intelligence-based medicine and transform health care for everyone."
Individuals who successfully complete a comprehensive, standardized exam developed by the ABAIM, which has received an unrestricted educational grant from Guerbet, LLC, will receive Board certification. The certification will help ensure that these individuals have an advanced understanding of AI, ML, and DL, as well as the tools to analyze the benefits and pitfalls of these technologies in real-world scenarios. The ABAIM's ultimate goal is to enable healthcare professionals to participate in development, assessment, selection, and implementation of AI, ML, and DL tools for their benefit and that of the institutions they serve today and in the future.
About ABAIM
The American Board of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine (ABAIM) was formed by Orest Boyko, MD, PhD and Anthony Chang, MD, as a unique credentialing body for individuals who seek a greater knowledge and understanding of the roles of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning in health care and medicine. Through board governance, the ABAIM is developing a series of credentialing exams designed to foster greater knowledge and understanding of these technologies.
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About MI3
The Sharon Disney Lund Medical Intelligence and Innovation Institute (MI3) at Children's Hospital of Orange County is a first-of-its-kind institute that creates, focuses and executes projects in the areas of artificial intelligence and innovation in pediatric medicine. These two interrelated disciplines, extremely limited in development in the pediatric realm, promise to change the trajectory of pediatric care around the world.
MI3 aims to foster robust development of artificial intelligence methodologies, as well as innovative advances in emerging areas such as genomic medicine, regenerative medicine, robotics, nanotechnology, and medical applications/devices. MI3 is dedicated to empowering data intelligence and medical innovation at CHOC and to driving innovation leadership in the international pediatrics community.
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Kelly Ripa recently revealed she underwent earlobe reconstructive surgery to fix where her earholes were torn all the way through. Dr. Richard E. Buckley discusses why torn earlobes is not the only reason men and women are seeking out this surgical procedure.

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When people think about reconstructive earlobe surgery it's most often thought of in relation to the early 2000 trend for "gauged" earlobes, which is a body modification where an individual would stretch their ears by continually using slightly larger jewelry to create larger than typical pierced holes. But "gauged" or purposely super-sized earlobe holes are not the only reason individuals are seeking out earlobe reconstructive surgery. "At MilfordMD there has been an increase in men and women requesting repair of their earlobes. In most cases it is due to earrings having partially or wholly torn the earlobes. Mostly not because the person purposely stretched their earlobes, but rather because of a history of wearing heavy earrings," says Dr. Richard E. Buckley Cosmetic Surgeon and Medical Director of MilfordMD Cosmetic Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center in Milford, Penn.
During the Live with Kelly and Ryan! Fashion Finder segment on Instagram TV, Kelly Ripa shared that her earholes were torn all the way through as a result of wearing hanging earrings for years. "When this happens, it's disheartening for patients. We frequently find out that a patient has gone fifteen to twenty years without earrings because of their torn earlobe. They are very excited to hear it can be repaired and that they can resume wearing earrings immediately following surgery," according to Dr. Buckley.
In 2018, the ninth top cosmetic surgical procedure was earlobe surgery according to The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery revealing that it is a highly requested surgical procedure with 60% female patients and 40% male patients.
"Whether the surgery is desired because of distorted earlobes due to gauging or a result of years of heavy, hanging earrings, earlobe reconstructive surgery involves repairing the earlobe through and through. It's not just the surface of the front of the ear that is repaired. It's also the thickness of the ear where the scarring is removed and the backside of the ear where the ear is repaired. There is usually a bunch of scar tissue that is removed at the same time," says Dr. Buckley.
Earlobe reconstructive surgery takes about thirty minutes per ear or one hour to repair both earlobes. The procedure uses local anesthetic, so patients are comfortable with minimal discomfort and are able to resume daily activities immediately following their surgery. Dr. Buckley recommends avoiding unclean water such as swimming pools and the ocean for two to three weeks following the surgery to minimize any infection risks.
For this type of reconstructive surgery, Dr. Richard E. Buckley taps into his surgical and artistic skills to re-shape the lobe. "The goal of this surgery is a normal contour of the earlobe. It's important to craft the earlobes so they are aesthetically pleasing and natural-looking. The surgical process, crafting how the scarring is removed, and how the new fresh edges are put together is truly individualized. It's in that process of individualization that the contours are restored," says Dr. Buckley.
When reconstructing the earlobe, it's not as simple as just sewing the top and bottom piece together. First, the healed part where the earring pulled through is removed. And the inner edges must be freshened as scar tissue can't be pieced together. The scar tissue is removed so there is nice, fresh healthy skin to sew together. And it's not simply two flat surfaces that are pieced together. Little steps or grooves in the shape of the letter 'Z' are made on each side, matched and stitched together, according to Dr. Buckley.
In the past, patients would have to wait until the repair healed before placing a new earring stud. Now, Dr. Buckley places new gold earring stud during the procedure. "What I often find is that the original earring placement is not truly symmetrical if you measure it," says Dr. Buckley, "I make sure the new earring placements are truly symmetrical for patients." Aftercare is a key component to a successful surgery. Patients need to turn the stud daily and keep antibiotic on the front and back side of the surgical area while it heals.
"There are many ways of crafting the earlobe repair so it is much stronger after surgery," states Dr. Buckley. "It requires some finesse and utilization of fancy techniques which patients can't really appreciate since it's all inside the ear. But it makes a difference in how it heals and the future durability of the repair. This is where a surgeon's skills and artistry come into play and that can make all the difference in the result."
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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Whether the earlobe is stretched purposely or accidentally over time due to heavy earrings or trauma, they can be reduced and reshaped to have pleasing, natural-looking contours, and, more excitingly, normal functionality with the ability to wear earrings again.



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TDIC's consistent "A" (Excellent) rating reflects company's mission to provide policyholders with high-quality service and outstanding insurance products and related services.

SACRAMENTO, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 09, 2020
The Dentists Insurance Company has earned the AM Best "A" (Excellent) rating for the 26th consecutive year.
AM Best Company ratings include comparisons to peers and industry standards as well as assessments of operating plans, philosophy and management.
"TDIC's consistent 'Excellent' ratings reflect our mission to provide policyholders with high-quality service and outstanding insurance products and related services," said Daniel Davidson, DMD, TDIC board chair. "TDIC's financial stability along with our focus to solely protect dentists is why an increasing number of colleagues in 15 states choose TDIC for their insurance needs."
Marking its 40th anniversary, TDIC has upheld its promise of protecting dentists and their practices better than any other insurance company by consistently reviewing trends, auditing service processes and evolving with changing markets and policyholders' needs.
In 2019, TDIC merged with Dentists Benefits Insurance Company and Northwest Dentists Insurance Company to extend its exceptional legacy and comprehensive suite of insurance products to 24,000 policyholders.
AM Best Company is a global credit rating agency with a unique focus on the insurance industry. Insurance professionals, brokers, regulators and consumers refer to Best's Credit Ratings as an opinion of the financial strength and creditworthiness of risk-bearing entities and investment vehicles.
For more information about The Dentists Insurance Company, visit tdicinsurance.com.
About The Dentists Insurance Company 
Founded in 1980, The Dentists Insurance Company, a subsidiary of the California Dental Association, underwrites Professional Liability policies, Commercial Property, and Workers' Compensation coverage exclusively for dentists. Rated A (Excellent) by AM Best Company, TDIC insures more than 24,000 customers and is endorsed by 10 state dental associations and societies. AM Best Company rating effective February 2020. For the latest rating, access ambest.com.

TDIC's financial stability along with our focus to solely protect dentists is why an increasing number of colleagues in 15 states choose TDIC for their insurance needs.




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Since 1981, Datascan has been providing advanced technology through their affordable pharmacy software solutions to independent retail pharmacies, doctors dispensaries, long term care management companies, as well as hospital / out-patient care pharmacies across the USA. Datascan's software is designed to streamline pharmacy workflow while building profits, efficiency, and patient adherence. Many of Datascan's clients report a 10-20% rise in profits following the software's implementation.
Datascan's pharmacy software products are backed by a customer support system that's unmatched in the industry. Its customer service calls are often answered within 60 seconds - the fastest recorded response time in the industry.
Customer service efforts are so personalized that the majority of Datascan's client feedback and ideas are worked into the software. More than 50% of client suggestions have been written into the software over time, ensuring that the client needs are met, even in the face of a constantly changing market.
Datascan was one of the first Windows-based pharmacy management systems on the market. They were also the first to offer a point of sale (POS) system made specifically for pharmacy – one of the first to offer a medication synchronization program built directly into the software and the first company to build a pharmacy delivery system on the Android market so that iPads were no longer a required business expense.
Datascan has consistently been ahead of the competition with first to market features, achieving a loyal customer base - 45% have been Datascan clients for more than 20 years.
Pharmacy software helps independent dispensaries reduce staff time through automation features – which when utilized to their full extent, can help to increase profits, reduce staffing needs, and lower operating costs.
Datascan's pharmacy software offers the simplest way for an independent pharmacy to modernize their business and keep ahead of chain stores. Datascan has proven that providing high quality, quick response service gives them a competitive edge and a successful business model. Datascan gives their clients the ability to provide the same quality service to their customers ensuring customer retention and a name their patients are proud to recommend.
About Datascan:
For almost 40 years, family-owned Datascan has been the pioneer of the pharmacy software industry. Our client-focused features are designed to tackle DIR fees, increase profits, and build customer retention. Datascan supports the evolution of the pharmacy industry and as your needs change we are ahead of the competition with first to market features built in house, directly into your pharmacy software system.
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Since 1981, Datascan has been providing advanced technology through their affordable pharmacy software solutions to independent retail pharmacies, doctors dispensaries, long term care management companies, as well as hospital / out-patient care pharmacies across the USA. Datascan's software is designed to streamline pharmacy workflow while building profits, efficiency, and patient adherence. Many of Datascan's clients report a 10-20% rise in profits following the software's implementation.
Datascan's pharmacy software products are backed by a customer support system that's unmatched in the industry. Its customer service calls are often answered within 60 seconds - the fastest recorded response time in the industry.
Customer service efforts are so personalized that the majority of Datascan's client feedback and ideas are worked into the software. More than 50% of client suggestions have been written into the software over time, ensuring that the client needs are met, even in the face of a constantly changing market.
Datascan was one of the first Windows-based pharmacy management systems on the market. They were also the first to offer a point of sale (POS) system made specifically for pharmacy – one of the first to offer a medication synchronization program built directly into the software and the first company to build a pharmacy delivery system on the Android market so that iPads were no longer a required business expense.
Datascan has consistently been ahead of the competition with first to market features, achieving a loyal customer base - 45% have been Datascan clients for more than 20 years.
Pharmacy software helps independent dispensaries reduce staff time through automation features – which when utilized to their full extent, can help to increase profits, reduce staffing needs, and lower operating costs.
Datascan's pharmacy software offers the simplest way for an independent pharmacy to modernize their business and keep ahead of chain stores. Datascan has proven that providing high quality, quick response service gives them a competitive edge and a successful business model. Datascan gives their clients the ability to provide the same quality service to their customers ensuring customer retention and a name their patients are proud to recommend.
About Datascan:
For almost 40 years, family-owned Datascan has been the pioneer of the pharmacy software industry. Our client-focused features are designed to tackle DIR fees, increase profits, and build customer retention. Datascan supports the evolution of the pharmacy industry and as your needs change we are ahead of the competition with first to market features built in house, directly into your pharmacy software system.
Facebook: 
https://www.facebook.com/Datascanpharmacysoftware/
Linkedin 
https://www.linkedin.com/company/datascan-pharmacy-software

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Two-day session provides practical training and realistic solutions to 400+ Pennsylvania health law professionals

PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) MARCH 09, 2020
Health Care & FDA Practice Shareholder Mark Mattioli and Of Counsel Caroline Brancatella of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP will help lead this year's Pennsylvania Bar Institute's (PBI) Health Law Institute.
The Health Law Institute, taking place March 11-12, 2020 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, draws hundreds of health law professionals from across the Commonwealth for two days of intensive learning, trend spotting, and skills-building. Additionally, PBI will tee up the event with a full-day boot camp on March 10 at its CLE Conference Center in Center City.
Mattioli will join a panel on March 11 exploring the proposed changes to Anti-Kickback Safe Harbors and Stark Law Regulations and the impact they will have on structuring arrangements and compliance counseling. The discussion will dive into navigating these potential shifting fraud reporting regulations offered by the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, specifically the Office of the Inspector General and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Based in the firm's Philadelphia office, Mattioli brings more than two decades of health care industry experience to the table, with a practice that focuses on the complex legal issues facing a variety of health care entities, including hospitals, physicians, insurers, long-term and home health care providers, dialysis and clinical labs. Beyond counseling, his practice also includes wide-ranging litigation involving antitrust, False Claims Act, breach of privacy, commercial disputes, and other matters in Pennsylvania and across the United States.
Brancatella will be among the boot camp faculty, preparing attendees for the institute by providing in-depth sessions on topics ranging from professional licensure to medical staff concerns to HIPAA privacy and security issues.
A member of the firm's Albany office, Brancatella focuses her practice on health care issues centering on regulatory, contracting, transactional, and compliance matters, primarily with government programs. In addition, she specializes in issues related to the corporate practice of medicine and other professions as well as day to day provider issues.
Greenberg Traurig's Health Care & FDA Practice provides strategic counsel to a diverse group of companies and other organizations, helping them to respond proactively to the rapidly changing healthcare and health insurance marketplace. The group combines dedicated experience in health care regulatory compliance and operational matters with the firm's capabilities in corporate & securities, finance, tax, antitrust, ERISA, commercial and governmental litigation, restructuring, intellectual property and biotechnology, in order to provide a wide range of legal services.
About Greenberg Traurig's Philadelphia Office 
Founded in 1997, Greenberg Traurig's Philadelphia office is home to more than 50 attorneys and more than a dozen practices including Health Care & FDA, Real Estate, Litigation, Labor & Employment, Corporate, Environmental, Restructuring & Bankruptcy, White Collar Defense & Special Investigations, Immigration & Compliance, Investment Regulation, Public Finance, Government Law & Policy, Private Wealth Services, and Tax. The Philadelphia office represents clients in the manufacturing, health care, real estate, energy, financial, and insurance industries, state and local governments, professional service, and energy firms, and individuals.
About Greenberg Traurig, LLP: Greenberg Traurig, LLP (GT) has approximately 2,200 attorneys in 41 locations in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. GT has been recognized for its philanthropic giving, diversity, and innovation, and is consistently among the largest firms in the United States on the Law360 400 and among the Top 20 on the Am Law Global 100. Web: http://www.gtlaw.com Twitter: @GT_Law




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WEDI commends the work undertaken to advance interoperability; pledges to ensure implementation enhances care coordination, safety, efficiency and value in a way that protects patient privacy.

WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 09, 2020
WEDI, the nation's leading nonprofit authority on the use of health IT to create efficiencies in health care information exchange and a statutory advisor to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), today issued a statement on behalf of its President and CEO, Charles Stellar. The following remarks are in response to the release of the final rules by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) and the Office of the National Coordinator (ONC) for Health Information Technology on Interoperability, Information Blocking, and the ONC Health IT Certification Program as mandated by the 21st Century Cures Act:
"WEDI and its members support the seamless access to health information by providers and patients to make better choices about care and treatment. At the same time, it is essential that we protect the privacy and security of patient health information. That's why we commend ONC and CMS on the finalization of the interoperability rules. These rules will certainly have a lasting impact on the advancement of interoperability while driving innovation that supports patient access and control of electronic health information. The 21st Century Cures Act pushed the issues of information blocking and lack of interoperability to the forefront and these finalized rules will help our industry make great strides in addressing these obstacles.
"WEDI offers its leadership and support as we continue to work together alongside CMS Administrator Verma and ONC National Coordinator for Health Information Technology Dr. Rucker on facilitating health care data interoperability. As a statutory advisor to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, it is WEDI's mandate to ensure that the implementation of these final rules enhance care coordination, safety, efficiency and value in a way that protects patient privacy. WEDI will closely review the final rules set forth today by ONC and CMS as we look to gain a clear understanding of the impact they will have across the health care spectrum. In the meantime, WEDI applauds the efforts of ONC and CMS and commends them for collaborating with all industry stakeholders to reach the finalization of these rules that aim to advance interoperability across the United States (U.S.) health care system in support of the access, exchange and use of electronic health information."
Early last year, WEDI released comments on the proposed rules and in June 2019, submitted recommendations to CMS and the ONC pertaining to the proposed rules implementing provisions in the 21st Century Cures Act. Following the submissions, WEDI issued a statement supporting the efforts of CMS and ONC.
For more information on the CMS and ONC final rules, visit https://www.healthit.gov/curesrule/ and https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/interoperability-and-patient-access-fact-sheet. To view the CMS final rule, visit: https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Interoperability/index and to view the ONC final rule, visit: https://healthit.gov/curesrule
About WEDI 
WEDI is the leading authority on the use of health IT to improve health care information exchange in order to enhance the quality of care, improve efficiency, and reduce costs of our nation's health care system. WEDI was formed in 1991 by the Secretary of Health and Human Services and was designated in the 1996 HIPAA legislation as an advisor to HHS. WEDI's membership includes a broad coalition of organizations, including: hospitals, providers, health plans, vendors, government agencies, consumers, not-for-profit organizations, and standards development organizations. To learn more, visit http://www.wedi.org and connect with us on Twitterand LinkedIn.

"WEDI and its members support the seamless access to health information by providers and patients to make better choices about care and treatment. At the same time, it is essential that we protect the privacy and security of patient health information." - Charles Stellar, president and CEO, WEDI.



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New publication in Nature Plants details the first application of CRISPR-Cas12b in plants, providing gene editing, activation, and repression capabilities all in one system.

COLLEGE PARK, MD. (PRWEB) MARCH 09, 2020
In a new publication in Nature Plants, assistant professor of Plant Science at the University of Maryland Yiping Qi has established a new CRISPR genome engineering system as viable in plants for the first time: CRISPR-Cas12b. CRISPR is often thought of as molecular scissors used for precision breeding to cut DNA so that a certain trait can be removed, replaced, or edited. Most people who know CRISPR are likely thinking of CRISPR-Cas9, the system that started it all. But Qi and his lab are constantly exploring new CRISPR tools that are more effective, efficient, and sophisticated for a variety of applications in crops that can help curb diseases, pests, and the effects of a changing climate. With CRISPR-Cas12b, Qi is presenting a system in plants that is versatile, customizable, and ultimately provides effective gene editing, activation, and repression all in one system.
"This is the first demonstration of this new CRISPR-Cas12b system for plant genome engineering, and we are excited to be able to fill in gaps and improve systems like this through new technology," says Qi. "We wanted to develop a full package of tools for this system to show how useful it can be, so we focused not only on editing, but on developing gene repression and activation methods."
It is this complete suite of methods that has ultimately been missing in other CRISPR systems in plants. The two major systems available before this paper in plants were CRISPR-Cas9 and CRISPR-Cas12a. CRISPR-Cas9 is popular for its simplicity and for recognizing very short DNA sequences to make its cuts in the genome, whereas CRISPR-Cas12a recognizes a different DNA targeting sequence and allows for larger staggered cuts in the DNA with additional complexity to customize the system. CRISPR-Cas12b is more similar to CRISPR-Cas12a as the names suggest, but there was never a strong ability to provide gene activation in plants with this system. CRISPR-Cas12b provides greater efficiency for gene activation and the potential for broader targeting sites for gene repression, making it useful in cases where genetic expression of a trait needs to be turned on/up (activation) or off/down (repression).
"When people think of CRISPR, they think of genome editing, but in fact CRISPR is really a complex system that allows you to target, recruit, or promote certain aspects already in the DNA," says Qi. "You can regulate activation or repression of certain genes by using CRISPR not as a cutting tool, but instead as a binding tool to attract activators or repressors to induce or suppress traits."
This ability gives CRISPR-Cas12b an edge over CRISPR-Cas12a, particularly when gene activation is the goal. Additionally, the system retains all the positives that were inherent in CRISPR-Cas12a for plants, including the ability to customize cuts and gene regulation across a broad range of applications. In fact, Qi and his lab were even able to repurpose the CRISPR-Cas12b system for multiplexed genome editing, meaning that you can simultaneously target multiple genes in a single step.
"Added complexity allows targeting of more specific or other effectors for gene activation, repression, or even epigenetic changes," says Qi. "This system is more versatile because we can play with more modifications, more domains, and there are therefore more opportunities to engineer the whole system. Only when you have this kind of hybrid system with more complexity do you get the most robust gene activation and editing capabilities."
The initial work for CRISPR-Cas12b completed in this paper was conducted in rice, which is already a major global crop. However, Qi and his lab hope to explore more systems to further enhance and improve plant genome engineering, including developing applications to additional crops.
"This type of technology helps increase crop yield and sustainably feed a growing population in a changing world. In the end, we are talking about broad impact and public outreach, because we need to bridge the gap between what researchers are doing and how those impacts affect the world," stresses Qi.
This paper, entitled "CRISPR-Cas12b enables efficient plant genome engineering," can be found in Nature Plants, DOI: 10.1038/s41477-020-0614-6.
This work is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF Award No. IOS-1758745) and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA-NIFA Award No. 2018-33522-28789). 

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"This is the first demonstration of this new CRISPR-Cas12b system for plant genome engineering," says Qi. "This type of technology helps increase crop yield and sustainably feed a growing population in a changing world."



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Demiurge Technologies AG, a Swiss AI-biopharma company, announces the world's first discovery of the complete aetiology of COVID-19, as well as the optimal treatment strategy for COVID-19.

ZUG, SWITZERLAND (PRWEB) MARCH 09, 2020
Demiurge is responding to the global outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) through the appropriate use of our AI platform that can make accurate drug discoveries for diseases with limited available clinical data.
Based on the deep analyses of published studies, clinical data and case reports on COVID-19 and our previously announced four AI-based discoveries for COVID-19, we hereby officially announce the 5th AI-based discovery of the complete aetiology of COVID-19 as below: 

Viral survival strategy:

COVID-19 adopts a unique unbiased survival strategy of balancing viral replication with viral spread, in stark contrast to other viruses that typically trade off one against the other. For example, MERS coronavirus adopts a survival strategy that prioritizes viral replication over viral spread, whereas influenza viruses adopt a survival strategy that prioritizes viral spread over viral replication.

Viral infection stages:

COVID-19's course of infection bifurcates between (i) a self-limiting stage for mildly-to-moderately symptomatic patients when the unbiased survival strategy of COVID-19 is disadvantageous against the host immunity, and (ii) a self-amplifying stage for severely-to-critically ill patients when the unbiased survival strategy of COVID-19 is advantageous over the host immunity.

Viral entry:

COVID-19 directly enhances its affinity with the functional host-cell receptor angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) and thus targets only stem-like cell types whose ACE2-dependent baseline activities regulate a myriad of homeostatic cellular processes that maintain genome, proteome, ion, energy, and immune system stability in a tissue-specific fashion.

Viral replication and egress:

COVID-19 indirectly enhances the activation of the distal promoters of the ACE2 gene in the host cells, resulting in (i) the suppression of ACE2 expression in the host cells, (ii) the hijack of the intracellular machineries of the host cells to enable viral replication and egress, and (iii) the disruption of the homeostatic functions of the host cells.

Viral microenvironment:

COVID-19 leverages the disrupted homeostatic functions of the host cells to create a favorable microenvironment that (i) activates the innate immune response to further reduce ACE2 expression to boost viral replication and egress, and (ii) suppresses the adaptive immune response to further reduce host cell death to sustain viral replication and egress.

Viral adaptive mutation:

COVID-19 leverages the favorable microenvironment to further enhance its inherently strong adaptive mutability as an RNA virus, thus developing robust resistance to effective but non-curative treatments that predominantly inhibit either viral replication or viral spread and making it unlikely to develop effective vaccines.

Viral latent Infection:

COVID-19 can flexibly switch to the latent infection mode under the pressure of strong host immunity and/or during effective but non-curative treatments. COVID-19 can also switch back to the productive infection mode when the host immunity is weakened and/or the effective but non-curative treatments are ended, resulting in inevitable rebound and frequent reinfection among asymptomatic COVID-19 carriers.

Viral latent adversity:

When effective but non-curative treatments switch COVID-19 to the asymptomatic latent infection mode, COVID-19 can still chronically disrupt systemic genome, proteome, ion, energy, and immune system homeostases by affecting the baseline activities of ACE2-expressing host cells in multiple organs over years. When the cumulative disruption of multi-level homeostases is sufficient to switch COVID-19 back to the symptomatic productive infection mode, COVID-19 can initiate an accelerate disease progression and trigger severe cytokine storms and fatal comorbidities.
Therefore, COVID-19 is an unprecedented coronavirus that causes both acute respiratory illnesses for symptomatic patients and chronic systemic disorders for asymptomatic carriers.
Effective but non-curative treatments or vaccines may induce a latent preservation of COVID-19 in patients instead of a complete eradication, and the adversity of latent COVID-19 will inevitably trigger a viral rebound, an accelerated progression, and an increased mortality rate.
In light of the foregoing complete aetiology of COVID-19, we hereby recommend the following optimal control & treatment strategy for COVID-19:

Quarantine but no treatment for asymptomatic carriers and mildly symptomatic patients to leverage the host immunity's advantage over COVID-19 at the self-limiting stage, resulting in COVID-19 eradication.

Unbiased curative treatment (e.g. PI3K inhibitors) for moderately-to-severely symptomatic patients to eliminate COVID-19's advantage over the host immunity at the self-amplifying stage, resulting in COVID-19 eradication (see our 3rd discovery here).

Unbiased specialized treatment (e.g. topoisomerase I inhibitors + topoisomerase II inhibitors) for critically ill patients to reduce mortality (see our 4th discovery here).

In pandemic settings, public interest in treatment availability and commercial interest in marketing exclusivity are usually misaligned, but we have no doubt that public interest must be prioritized because lives matter above all else.
We have thus chosen to announce those discoveries to the public first without any delay in either applying for patent protection in secret or working with biopharmaceutical companies in private, so as to waive commercial interests once for all to speed up cross-border concerted efforts to solve the unprecedented global crisis posed by COVID-19.
About Demiurge Technologies AG
Demiurge Technologies is a research-based AI-biopharmaceutical company that transforms publicly available life science data into precise disease models in areas with unmet medical needs. The company pioneers a self-correcting scientific approach that validates disease models with the accuracy of AI-based predictions of phase 3 clinical trial outcomes. The company also pioneers a self-sustaining business that commercializes disease models by accelerating the AI-based discovery and development of innovative medicines. Demiurge started in 2016 with headquarters in Switzerland.
AI has been an emerging powerful approach to deeper disease understanding and faster drug discovery, yet it must be put to the most rigorous test to prove its worth under public scrutiny. Demiurge has predicted the outcomes of more than 90 phase 3 clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas and achieved more than 80% accuracy. Furthermore, we have been inviting the public to witness our future predictions of clinical trial outcomes on Twitter (@DemiurgeTech).
Therefore, we officially put forward AI-based discoveries of the complete aetiology of COVID-19 and the candidate treatments for COVID-19 as scientific hypotheses only and invite the world to validate their potential to solve the unprecedented global crisis posed by COVID-19.
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COVID-19 is fundamentally different from all the other viruses that the world has hitherto known. Treatments and policies must be rationally designed to avoid fueling the adaptive mutation and the latent infection of COVID-19.



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Babyscripts, GW-MFA Team Up to Support Pregnant Patients Through COVID-19 with Timely and Relevant Guidance

WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 09, 2020
Fears surrounding the spread of Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) have sparked increased engagement with digital health in pregnant women looking for the latest updates on the virus. Babyscripts, the leading virtual care company for managing obstetrics, teamed up with clinical partner George Washington Medical Faculty Associates (GW-MFA) to disseminate relevant information about COVID-19 to new and expecting mothers. Mothers have engaged with the education at a rate of 98%, a stat that confirms how much mothers value real-time updates from their trusted provider.
Medical and product teams at Babyscripts and GW-MFA compiled a new resource complete with clear and concise recommendations and references to provide information on the virus and guidance on how to prevent its spread, and uploaded it to the mobile app for immediate patient access. The COVID-19 custom campaign from GW-MFA and Babyscripts limits the opportunity for disinformation, giving patients access to secure and accurate information directly from their trusted care provider in real-time. With new outbreaks and fresh information around the virus presenting every day, a dynamic and secure vehicle for communicating new advisories immediately to pregnant patients has proven essential.
"When I saw the email notification with the FAQs come through on the virus, I was relieved because until I received the notification through Babyscripts, I didn't know whether I should be concerned," said Miki Smith, a pregnant patient at GW-MFA who is in her second trimester. "There is a lot of misinformation out there. Given the evolving situation, it was helpful to get a consolidated position from my medical group: here is what to do and here is the actual risk. I could have gone to the CDC website and searched, but it felt better to get something from the medical team that I'm already getting care from."
Babyscripts will mount similar campaigns for all of their health system partners surrounding the Coronavirus to ensure that all patients have access to timely and relevant information around current advisories and staying healthy while pregnant. Working with their medical community, Babyscripts has drafted a general resource to be launched in the Babyscripts app that will be customizable by practice. The resource can be modified at any time by the provider, to ensure that patients are receiving the most up-to-date information.
"At times of crisis like this, access to accurate information is key for reducing anxiety and panic," said Juan Pablo Segura, President and Co-founder of Babyscripts. "There's a lot of conflicting information floating around on the internet, and pregnant women are especially vulnerable because they're in a unique situation that complicates their normal responses to things like virus-protection. Mobile health gives us the critical ability to communicate to these patients in real-time and answer their questions."
Babyscripts provides a virtual care solution for obstetrics that allows healthcare providers to deliver a new model of prenatal and postpartum care. Through a mobile app and remote monitoring experiences, the Babyscripts solution enables earlier risk detection and intervention, driving improved outcomes and increasing patient engagement and satisfaction. With Babyscripts' seamless integration, providers can automate certain aspects of care to streamline workflow, improve patient outcomes, and increase practice reimbursement.
About Babyscripts 
Babyscripts is a company delivering a new model for prenatal and postpartum care that is transforming the way expectant mothers use technology to work with their healthcare providers. We've spent the last six years delivering the most-implemented mobile clinical solution for remote monitoring in pregnancy, with the mission to eliminate maternal mortality and improve access to care for all mothers. For more information on our virtual care solution and to request a demo, visit http://www.babyscripts.com. 

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With the coronavirus spreading, Dialog Health is advising healthcare facilities to leverage texting to deliver timely information and education.

FRANKLIN, TENN. (PRWEB) MARCH 09, 2020
As the coronavirus continues to spread nationwide, Dialog Health is advising healthcare facilities to place a priority on delivering effective messaging concerning infection prevention and protocols.
"The coronavirus represents a significant unknown that is impacting people and processes in ways that known entities like the flu do not," said Brandon Daniell, president and co-founder of Dialog Health, a two-way texting platform that enables information to be pushed to and pulled from patients, caregivers and healthcare facility staff. "There is a growing sense of panic that this unknown is now fueling. While the panic is not all justified, it cannot be ignored."
Healthcare facilities have a responsibility to keep patients, staff, providers and vendors safe. "At a time like this, timely communication and appropriate messaging are even more critical," Daniell said.
Here are examples of messages healthcare facilities should consider sharing with the people coming to their buildings. 

For patients and vendors: "If you are not feeling well or are taking care of someone who is ill, please contact us to reschedule your appointment."

For staff: "If you are not feeling well or are taking care of someone who is ill, please call the office to reschedule your shift."

For anyone: "Please be advised that we have implemented a NO handshake policy on the premise at all times."

For staff and providers: "As a valued team member, please remember the importance of following hand hygiene, masking and all other hygiene-related policies per your training."

For patients, family members and vendors: "While in our waiting room or other areas of the facility, please cover your nose and mouth if you sneeze and cough. We have tissues and hand sanitizer located throughout the waiting room for your use. Please use both!"

For everyone: "To reduce your risk of spreading infection, remember to wash your hands frequently with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. It helps to sing 'Happy Birthday' twice. Also, keep your hands away from your eyes, nose and mouth."

For staff: "Remember that we have changed our patient pre-screening and screening upon admission policies to include asking where patients have traveled. If you have any concerns about admitting a patient, please speak with your supervisor."

Spreading the Word, Not the Virus 
It is essential to establish processes to best ensure these and other timely messages are distributed in an efficient and effective manner. Posting notices on facility websites, social media and around the building itself are worthwhile. Outbound communication like phone calls and emails can work as well. But texting is likely your best option for mass communication.
"Text messaging is a proven method for quickly reaching and successfully engaging with patients, staff, providers and vendors," Daniell says. "If you need to get a message out fast, to a significant number of people and with a high degree of confidence that your audience will receive and read it, send that message as a text."
Daniell continues, "We like to say that, 'The time to deploy texting is well before it is needed.' With the coronavirus likely to continue spreading for some time, bringing with it even more panic, the time to deploy texting is as soon as possible."
Interview Requests 
Members of the media interested in speaking with Brandon Daniell about text messaging, emergency preparedness and mass communication should email info@dialoghealth.com or call (877) 666-1132 if on a deadline.
About Dialog Health 
Dialog Health Inc. is a U.S.-based company that provides a two-way texting platform to organizations which they can leverage as a communication and engagement channel. Two-way texting is a convenient, fast, effective and affordable communication resource for stakeholder engagement. For more information, visit http://www.dialoghealth.com, call (877) 666-1132 and follow Dialog Health on LinkedIn.

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Deal expands ProMach's growing solid dose pharmaceutical solutions lineup and further enhances integrated solutions capabilities.

CINCINNATI (PRWEB) MARCH 09, 2020
ProMach, a worldwide leader in packaging machinery solutions, announced today it has acquired Pharmaworks, a leading provider of blister packaging technology for the pharmaceutical, consumer goods, and contract packaging industries. The addition of Florida-based Pharmaworks significantly expands ProMach's portfolio of pharmaceutical solutions and strengthens its integrated solutions capabilities for a broad range of applications.
Pharmaworks, founded in 2001, offers a robust and flexible lineup of themoforming solutions for the creation of blister packs, a packaging format commonly used in over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription unit dose pharmaceutical and consumer goods packaging. Pharmaworks blister packaging solutions range from semi-automated thermoformers to fully automated systems capable of speeds up to 600 packages per minute. In addition to their core blister packaging machinery, Pharmaworks also provides feeding, transferring, collating, cartoning, and vision/inspection systems, as well as a comprehensive aftermarket support program with parts, service, machinery rebuilds/upgrades, controls upgrades, tooling, accessories, and much more. Additionally, Pharmaworks provides complete blister line integration services for customers needing turnkey blister packaging lines, complete with validation documentation.
"We're pleased to welcome the Pharmaworks team to ProMach," said Mark Anderson, ProMach President and CEO. "The pharmaceutical industry has been a strong growth engine for ProMach over the last five years, beginning with our acquisition of NJM in 2016 and continuing with the addition of WLS in 2017 and now Pharmaworks in 2020. The research forecasts continued strong growth in the pharmaceutical sector over the next few years, and blister packs are a key part of that growth story driven by consumer convenience and safety, particularly with regulations around serialization. I am excited to work with the outstanding senior leadership team at Pharmaworks as they continue developing new innovative solutions, expanding into new markets, and growing their already successful business to even greater heights."
Odessa, Florida-based Pharmaworks and its over 100 employees are joining the ProMach team. Current Pharmaworks President, Peter Buczynsky, will join ProMach as Vice President and General Manager of Pharmaworks. He will be joined by Ingo Federle, Vice President of Technical Operations, and Ben Brower, Vice President of Sales & Marketing.
"ProMach is well regarded in the packaging machinery marketplace for many of the same things that have made Pharmaworks successful - quality, reliability, flexibility, innovation, and integrity," said Mr. Buczynsky. "Our passion to engineer solutions for pharmaceutical packaging remains at the heart of our business and this deal lets us continue to expand our products, accelerate our pace of innovation, expand our manufacturing operations, more quickly add talented team members, and most importantly create additional value for Pharmaworks customers across the globe. We are looking forward to working with the entire ProMach team to continue this journey we embarked on nearly two decades ago."
"Many of our customers want a full range of pharmaceutical packaging options from a single source," said Michel Lapierre, President of ProMach's Pharma Business Line. "With the addition of Pharmaworks, ProMach can now meet nearly any customer's needs – whether it's in rigid bottles or flexible blister packs, from solid dose tablets, capsules, and lozenges to liquid vials, ampoules, and pre-filled syringes – and help them grow their business with a proven partner."
For more information about Pharmaworks please call +1 (727) 232-8200 or visit them online at http://www.pharmaworks.com.
About ProMach 
ProMach is a family of best-in-class packaging solution brands serving manufacturers of all sizes and geographies in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, and household and industrial goods industries. ProMach brands operate across the entire packaging spectrum: filling and capping, flexibles, pharma, product handling, labeling and coding, and end of line. ProMach also provides complete turnkey packaging lines, including engineering services, integration, and software to optimize packaging line design and deliver maximum uptime.
ProMach designs, manufactures, integrates, and supports the most sophisticated and advanced packaging solutions in the global marketplace. Its diverse customer base, from Fortune 500 companies to smaller, privately-held businesses worldwide, depends on reliable, flexible, technologically advanced equipment and integrated solutions. ProMach is headquartered near Cincinnati, Ohio, with manufacturing facilities and offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. For more information about ProMach, visit http://www.promachbuilt.com.

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Azalea Health (Azalea), a leading provider of cloud-based healthcare IT solutions and services, announced today it would offer its telehealth app for free to providers using Azalea EHR. According to a recent Kaiser Family Foundation poll, nearly six in ten fear widespread coronavirus outbreak and four in ten fear themselves or family being infected. By leveraging telehealth, providers can mitigate patient concerns about traveling and public spaces by providing valuable preventative care virtually.
A large number of Azalea clinicians deliver care in disparate communities. These populations tend to have higher rates of chronic conditions, comorbidities, and mortality. Azalea's telehealth app allows providers to deliver preventative medicine to the vulnerable and at-risk patients in their communities. Additionally, many clinics run on a tight financial budget. Increased cancellations due to perceived Coronavirus risk could negatively impact revenue and their ability to provide care in the nation's most needy populations. Telehealth is an effective approach to mitigating revenue risks while ensuring the continuity of care.
"We have witnessed the effectiveness of telehealth with clinicians. Knowing its power, our leadership team expressed urgency in getting this tool in the hands of all of our physicians. It will be useful in keeping patients healthy and out of emergency departments and hospitals. We want to support our clients and ensure that they have the tools they need to support their patients and communities during this critical time," commented Baha Zeidan, Azalea CEO. "We hope that this uncertain period can lead to an opportunity that opens doors to serious consideration of the value telehealth can bring to practices and patients. And our team is on hand to support these clinicians, as telehealth will be new to many."
Integrated with Azalea EHR, Azalea Telehealthprovides an easy to use app to connect remotely with patients or to allow providers to connect to specialists for consults. Being native to the Azalea platform makes the telehealth app simple to deploy and intuitive to use as users are already familiar with the software.
About Azalea Health 
Azalea Health (Azalea) is changing the way health IT platforms connect community-based healthcare providers and patients across the lifecycle of care. Offering a 100% cloud-based integrated solution, Azalea delivers electronic health records, revenue cycle management, and telehealth services designed for rural and community practices and hospitals. Quick to deploy and intuitive to use, Azalea solutions ensure better care coordination and communication – enabling better outcomes and a meaningful competitive advantage. The Azalea platform also provides tools and resources to help customers meet their Meaningful Use requirements, as well as strategies to navigate accountable care and alternative payment models. For more information, visit http://www.azaleahealth.com.


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U.S. FDA clears Transpara 1.6.0 manufactured by ScreenPoint Medical, the first breast AI solution for both 2D and 3D mammography in the USA.
In order to obtain FDA clearance, the company performed a clinical reader study which demonstrated that accuracy of radiologists significantly improved when reading 3D mammograms with support from Transpara. In addition, 3D reading time was significantly reduced to about 35 seconds per exam, bringing it close to 2D reading efficiency.
"We are delighted that the U.S. FDA has cleared Transpara 1.6.0 to be marketed in the USA. This is a major breakthrough from ScreenPoint Medical and it means that our new and existing US customers now have access to the power of Transpara 3D for the first time," says CEO Nico Karssemeijer. "Multiple independent peer reviewed publications have already demonstrated that Transpara significantly improves accuracy in 2D mammography, now the same applies for 3D."
"We also understand that reading 3D mammography presents radiologists with huge workload challenges. With feedback from the field, we redesigned the Transpara 1.6.0 interface and utilised our patented co-registration slice technology to optimise reading workflow with advanced navigation support to significantly reduce reading times."
Pieter Kroese, COO at ScreenPoint Medical adds, "Transpara 1.6.0 heralds a new era in breast AI in terms of 2D and 3D workflow. Transpara is the leading evidence-based breast AI solution for mammography, with clinical installations in over 15 countries and over 500,000 mammograms processed so far by our clinical users. This is a significant achievement and demonstrates the strong trust that we share with our clinical partners and that Transpara breast AI is making a difference for women and the detection, diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer."
Transpara 1.6.0 is marketed in North America by ScreenPoint Medical Inc, Siemens Healthineers USA and Volpara Solutions.
About ScreenPoint Medical BV.
ScreenPoint Medical is the leading developer of AI driven image analysis technology which enables the automated reading of mammograms and digital breast tomosynthesis examinations. With proven accuracy at least matching that of experienced radiologists, ScreenPoint's Transpara system is the most advanced available, exploiting Big Data, Deep Learning and the latest advances in Artificial Intelligence. The system can identify high risk breast lesions quickly, enabling earlier detection, earlier treatment and a greater chance of survival.
ScreenPoint Medical was founded in 2014 by Professor Nico Karssemeijer and Professor Sir Michael Brady, two internationally respected experts in breast imaging, machine learning and computer aided detection.
The company's Head Office is in Nijmegen, The Netherlands.
For more information, please email info@screenpointmed.com

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The World Parkinson Coalition (WPC) announced the appointment of 15 new Parkinson Ambassadors for the 6th World Parkinson Congress. These 15 people living with Parkinson's draw on their experience as advocates in the Parkinson's community to act as Ambassadors for the WPC in the two and a half years leading up to the World Parkinson Congress in June 2022 in Barcelona, Spain.
These Parkinson Ambassadors represent 11 countries, and have, between them, more than 100 years of living with Parkinson's. They have spoken to government bodies, started nonprofit organizations, led advocacy movements in their countries, mentored and educated newly diagnosed people with Parkinson's and spent years advocating for more funding for Parkinson's research, more awareness about this often misunderstood disease, and for better care for the Parkinson's community and their families.
Ambassadors will be promoting the most unique international conference in the Parkinson's space. Every three years the WPC brings together basic scientists, neurologists, general physicians, nurses, rehab specialists (PT, OT, SLP), and a wide range of other clinicians (social workers, dieticians etc), as well as people with Parkinson's (PwP) and their care partners. WPC's mission is to bring experts and people with Parkinson's together to better understand each other and advance both the clinical and research goals of discovering new treatments—their purpose, impact, and usage.
"We are thrilled with our newest group of Parkinson Ambassadors," said WPC Executive Director, Elizabeth Pollard. "Their combined years of living with PD and experience as advocates in their communities gives them incredible insight to what is helpful to people with Parkinson's and they are great teachers to the researchers who rarely meeting people with Parkinson's in person. They will be advocates for the WPC while they raise awareness about Parkinson's around the globe as we count down the months to the 6th World Parkinson Congress."
WPC 2022 Ambassadors:
A.C. Woolnough, MAEd, USA 
Alison Anderson, United Kingdom 
Alejandra Borunda, USA/Mexico 
Miriam Bram, USA 
Geoff Constable, C.Eng Naval Architecture. RPEQ, Australia 
Rui Couto, PhL, Portugal 
Sandra Elms, Australia 
Richelle Flanagan, RD, BA, MSc, PgCert, Ireland 
Larry Gifford, Canada/USA 
Christine Jeyachandran, GDDiv, MDevS, BEcon, Peru/Australia 
Heather Kennedy, USA 
Jon Pawelkop, USA 
Werner Remmele, Scotland, UK /Germany 
Shanthipriya Siva, MBBS, DO, India 
Omotola Thomas, United Kingdom/Nigeria
"Being selected as an Ambassador is both exciting and a real honor," said Ambassador A.C. Woolnough of Idaho, USA. "I look forward to filling this role and helping to demystify Parkinson's. Too many people don't understand this disease. and I am thrilled to help encourage more people with PD, researchers, and clinicians to come together under one roof at the 6th World Parkinson Congress to learn, connect, and collaborate."
A complete list of WPC Parkinson Ambassadors and their bios is available at https://wpc2022.org/2022ParkinAmb
About the World Parkinson Coalition and WPC 2022 
The World Parkinson Coalition Inc. provides an international forum for learning about the latest scientific discoveries, medical practices, caregiver initiatives and advocacy work related to Parkinson's disease. The triennial World Parkinson Congresses provide a space for the global Parkinson's community of researchers, clinicians, health care professionals, people with Parkinson's and their care partners to meet in person, network, and discuss advances in Parkinson's research, improve understanding and promote advocacy worldwide, while influencing future research and care options. The WPC 2022 will attract more than 4,500 delegates. Learn more at: http://www.wpc2022.org/
About Parkinson's Disease 
Affecting nearly one million Americans and 10 million people worldwide, Parkinson's disease is the second-most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer's. There is no cure for Parkinson's and 60,000 new cases are diagnosed each year in the United States alone.

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Eyedaptic and Vispero share this technology at CSUN Assistive Technology Conference

LAGUNA BEACH, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 09, 2020
Eyedaptic, Inc., a natural vision software company, announced today a joint partnership with Vispero, a leading assistive technology provider for the visually impaired, to expand its reach of visually assistive Augmented Reality (AR) devices. By partnering together, Eyedaptic & Vispero can offer broader access of their low vision solution to the community.
More than 250 million people are affected by retinal disease globally. Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) alone impacts more than 170 million people, urging low vision experts to find a real solution to address this growing need. Eyedaptic is a software technology company, focused on developing and marketing visually assistive Augmented Reality (AR) devices with embedded simulated natural vision software in open market hardware platforms. Their comfortable, wearable low vision aid works to enhance daily living for those with low vision, including those with AMD.
Eyedaptic and Vispero will be co-hosting a booth at this year's CSUN Assistive Technology Conference at the Marriott in Anaheim, California, from March 11th to 13th. CSUN (Cal State University Northridge) 35th Assistive Technologies Conference provides an inclusive setting for researchers, practitioners, exhibitors, end users, speakers and other participants to share knowledge and best practices in the field of assistive technology. Visit booth #503/603/703 to learn more about gaining access to Eyedaptic technology.
Clinical data presented at last year's CSUN conference validated how the Eyedaptic eyeglasses improve both visual acuity as well as tasks of daily living. The clinical data presented demonstrated marked improvements of visual acuity of two times and five times improvement in daily living tasks. Additionally, the glasses are comfortable and easy to wear while executing a wide variety of tasks under a range of conditions.
"Our eyewear offers the widest field of view with Augmented Reality (AR) on the market today, to improve the vision for those with Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and other retinal challenges," says Jay Cormier, Founder and CEO of Eyedaptic. "Through this partnership, we have the potential to reach more people struggling with the daily challenges that accompany low vision. This opportunity to share our technology with such a diverse crowd and get the word out on how we can improve millions of people's lives is an honor."
"We are excited about this opportunity to improve accessibility with state-of-the-art technology," says Vispero Vice President, North America Sales, Richard Tapping. "Those with low vision and other retinal conditions will have an opportunity to regain the independence they once knew."
About Eyedaptic 
Eyedaptic is a privately held company that develops visual aid software, enabled by augmented reality hardware, for macular degeneration and other retinal diseases. The proprietary Simulated Natural Vision software goes beyond magnification to enable a fuller field of vision, for those suffering from central vision disorders such as AMD (age-related macular degeneration), to revitalize their quality of life. For more information, please contact info@eyedaptic.com.
About Vispero: 
Vispero is the global leader for assistive technology products for those with vision impairments. Freedom Scientific, The Paciello Group, Enhanced Vision and Optelec, all Vispero brands, have a long history of innovation for customers with accessibility needs. Today our product portfolio is considered one of the most diverse and reliable on the market. For more information, visit http://www.vispero.com.
Media Contact: 
Jay Cormier 
Eyedaptic, Inc. 
949-216-0816 
jay.cormier@eyedaptic.com

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Enhancing Vision to Revitalize Life

Those with low vision and other retinal conditions will have an opportunity to regain the independence they once knew," says Vispero Vice President, North America Sales, Richard Tapping.



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People Power, a leading healthtech software company providing AI-powered services for senior care, announces today the availability of a caregiving system – Presence Caregiver – designed to address the everyday challenges of providing care for people with Alzheimer's and other dementias. The free program is offered to caregivers living with a person who has received a diagnosis of dementia or mild cognitive impairment. Participating caregivers must be literate in English, have a smartphone and wireless internet connectivity in the home, and be willing to participate in intermittent study activities. Participants will receive the Presence Caregiver Research Pack and mobile app at no cost, a free Amazon Echo upon installation of the system, and each caregiver will earn at least $150 for completing quick-and-easy questionnaires.
Key findings from the collaborative study will reveal how an intelligent connected solution can be designed to assist in the effort of delivering better care for people with dementia while addressing all-too-common feelings of isolation, stress and loneliness of caregivers. The program is led by People Power and University California Berkeley's Psychophysiology Laboratory, headed by Dr. Robert W. Levenson.
Visit https://research.presencefamily.com to answer 4 simple questions to see if you qualify to participate in this program.
"The next generation of truly intelligent home care systems must significantly improve the lives of caregivers and patients alike", said Gene Wang, CEO and cofounder of People Power Co. "There's a tremendous need to dramatically lower the cost of home care while helping seniors live in their homes longer. This project has already produced significant advancements in how senior and family care services can be delivered with today's best technology and research."
The Presence Caregiver Research Pack includes a variety of sensors that are installed in the home, similar to a security system, but without cameras. The sensors gather continuous pattern motion data and, using Artificial Intelligence (AI), create a safety net for the home that alerts caregivers to potential hazards. Data from sensors fuel a menu of helpful services that perform continuous monitoring of occupants. The easy-to-use mobile app connects to and integrates with the wirelessly connected sensors to help understand the real-time and historic activities in the home, distributes alerts, connects with a Trusted Circle of family and friends, and more.
The Presence Caregiver Research Pack provides a variety of helpful caregiving services:
Receive mobile alerts if something appears to be wrong 

Know if someone wandered away from home

Know if they have likely experienced a fall

Track the current activities of occupants 

Know if and when the front door opened

Know when medication was accessed

Better understand rest and sleep patterns 

Know what time they went to bed and got up

Track sleep history and quality for improved health insights

Enable support from family and friends 

Create and delegate helpful tasks to others

Coordinate family and friends to stay in contact

Improve safety at home 

Call for help with the wirelessly connected button

Know immediately of a water leak or clogged toilet

Enjoy voice control services with Amazon Echo 

Easily request helpful reminders to take medications

Make phone calls, check weather, and play music

Join and participate in a caregiving community 

Connect with and receive online advice from caregivers

Get invited to in-person meetings with fellow caregivers

The program is supported by the National Institutes of Health's National Institute on Aging through a Small Business Innovation Research grant, #R44 AG059458-01
About People Power 
An IoT software company specializing in the development of consumer services for senior care, energy management and home security, People Power leads the industry with advanced AI-powered connected home solutions delivered through brands seeking recurring revenue business growth. For more information visit peoplepowerco.com

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Presence Family Care Pack, by People Power

"There's a tremendous need to dramatically lower the cost of home care while helping seniors live in their homes longer. This project has already produced significant advancements in how senior and family care services can be delivered with today's best technology and research", said Gene Wang, CEO



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FDA Data Integrity 
For Device and Pharma Firms and Their Suppliers 
An interactive workshop presented by Cerulean Associates LLC and FDAnews 
March 17-18, 2020 
Doubletree Hotel Philadelphia Center City • Philadelphia, PA 
https://www.fdanews.com/fdadataintegrity
FDA Data Integrity: For Device and Pharma Firms, and Their Suppliers starts in one week.
The FDA hit four device firms in August for data integrity issues. They are increasingly scrutinizing pharma contract manufacturing organization (CMO) and contract research organization (CRO) data integrity control.
Currently, 35% of the FDA's pre-approval inspection manual for investigators focuses on data integrity. It's being factored into inspections of device firms' complaint records, final testing and design control specifications.
With this increased pressure on data integrity, establishing internal competency and assessment programs is essential.
Join an award-winning FDA compliance expert, author and Cerulean founder John Avellanet at Data Integrity for Device and Pharma Firms, and Their Suppliers interactive hands-on workshop: 

Act as an FDA investigator to find the data integrity controls the FDA expects to see during an inspection

Review the data integrity controls that companies have in place for their suppliers and determine if a warning letter can be avoided

Recognize likely compliance risks in case studies and select the most appropriate controls for each situation

Identify three compelling reasons for your company to adopt data integrity controls

Determine if data integrity is being verified

Map sample data flows from cGCP and cGMP case studies

Write a communication about good data integrity practices to lower workload inefficiencies and encourage self-compliance

Outline a sample set of data integrity controls and auditing plans

Draft a business case and prioritized plan for implementing a data integrity control framework at your company

Return to one's office equipped to help oneself, the team and the entire company stay complaint.
Reminder: FDA Data Integrity: For Device and Pharma Firms, and Their Suppliers starts in one week.
March 17-18, 2020 
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237 South Broad Street 
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Room rate: $169 plus 16.37% tax 
Reservation Cut-off: Feb. 16, 2020
Conference Details: 
FDA Data Integrity 
For Device and Pharma Firms and Their Suppliers 
An interactive workshop presented by Cerulean Associates LLC and FDAnews 
March 17-18, 2020 
Doubletree Hotel Philadelphia Center City • Philadelphia, PA 
https://www.fdanews.com/fdadataintegrity
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Regular Pricing: $1,797 
Significant team discounts are available.
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ECCO, a top endovascular center in Colorado, has launched a new patient-centric website. The new site, online at http://www.endovascularexperts.com, is designed to provide Denver area patients with high-quality information about today's advanced, minimally-invasive arterial, venous, cancer, men and women's treatments, and other leading-edge radiology therapies.
ECCO, which stands for Endovascular Consultants of Colorado, is a newly formed practice in Lone Tree, Colorado that focuses on interventional radiology, specifically for patients with the following disease states: metastatic cancer to the liver, peripheral arterial disease, benign prostatic hypertrophy, uterine fibroids, pelvic congestion syndrome, venous insufficiency, venous obstruction, non healing wounds and leg swelling. ECCO's main priority for their new website was therefore to provide patients with accurate, helpful information about treatments and how their practice helps patients to achieve their best outcomes. "Our entire team is extremely pleased with how the site has turned out," said Dr. Aaron Kovaleski, ECCO's Founder and one of its physicians.
ECCO physician, Dr. Charles Nutting added, "Our goal is to provide patients with useful information about the treatments we offer in a patient-friendly, easy-to-understand format. It was important for us to align our message and services with our patient's online search habits as most patients now research their doctors and procedures online."
The ECCO website features educational articles, videos and descriptions of the center's leading, minimally-invasive treatments for different types of men and women's diseases with a focus on peripheral artery disease and liver cancer treatments. The site is easy to navigate and features an original, visually-appealing design created by innovative healthcare growth strategy and design firm, Paramount/MD. Patients can visit the site to learn more about interventional radiology and cancer treatment by going to: http://www.endovascularexperts.com.
Treatment Options
Similar to radiologists, ECCO helps to diagnose cancers and other disorders. As Denver's interventional oncology specialists, the practice focuses on high-end, minimally-invasive procedures used to treat different types of cancer. These procedures include microwave and cryoablation, chemoembolization or radioembolization of tumors, portal vein embolization, and treatment of bony metastases. Many of these tumors occur in the liver, and these procedures allow ECCO to provide the most advanced liver cancer treatment in Colorado as well as nationally.
In addition, ECCO serves as a top peripheral vascular disease center in Colorado, specializing in lower extremity arterial revascularization, endovenous laser therapy and venous stent placement.
The center also devotes a part of its practice to the treatment of problematic women's health issues, such as female pelvic pain due to uterine fibroids, pelvic congestion syndrome, or May-Thurner Syndrome; and men's health issues such as benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) with prostate artery embolization (PAE), or varicocele (one of the many causes of infertility) with gonadal vein embolization.
About ECCO
ECCO is a medical practice based in Lone Tree, CO that focuses on interventional radiology and minimally invasive options for a variety of patient conditions - including oncology, wounds, leg pain, and men's/women's health issues. The practice is located at 8080 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 130 Lone Tree, CO 80124 in the new, state-of-the-art outpatient center, with its top-line facilities and technology and "patient-centric" approach.
Aaron Kovaleski, MD and Charles Nutting, DO are board certified in both Diagnostic Radiology and Vascular and Interventional Radiology. They have both practiced for a collective 33 years, receiving excellent feedback from the doctors and patients they have worked with. ECCO specialists consult with patients and their primary doctors, perform the appropriate procedure, and follow up with them just as any surgeon would—though not within the boundaries of a large diagnostic radiology group. Instead, ECCO is a free-standing interventional radiology practice, dedicated to patient-centric care and staying on top of and in front of the most exciting advances in the treatment of a variety of women's and men's health issues, with a strong focus on lower extremity arterial disease and liver cancer.
ECCO is the only Office Based Laboratory (OBL) in the Denver metro area doing arterial interventions of any kind, including leg revascularization. It is also the only full time, fully operational OBL in Colorado and the only practice in Colorado performing liver cancer treatments in an outpatient center. Dr. Charles Nutting leads this initiative and is nationally recognized as a leader in this field. He has been on the forefront of IR advancement in this area and he and Dr. Aaron Kovaleski are two of 40 proctors in the US for Y90 radioembolizaiton – an endovascular cancer therapy in which radioactive beads are injected through the arteries into tumors that have spread to the liver. Dr. Nutting did the first one in the US nearly 20 years ago and the 100,000 in 2019.
Dr. Nutting is one of a handful of people in the country that also performs prostate artery embolization (PAE). It treats a benign syndrome in males called benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), and is considered one of the most technically challenging procedures in IR. He does the most of anyone in the country and travels the US training people in his techniques. To date, he has performed over 350 prostate embolizations and was recently honored to coauthor a chapter, From Patient Selection To Advanced Embolization Techniques, in his industry's only book dedicated to PAE called, "Prostatic Artery Embolization."
Dr. Kovaleski is a specialist, trainer, and speaker for Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) intervention. He is currently the only physician in the state of Colorado doing limb salvage in an OBL, and one of a "very small number" of physicians doing specialized below knee treatments for limb salvage. Additionally both he and Dr. Nutting are certified in wound care and skilled to treat the entire spectrum of vascular causes of wounds.
The practice works with the best oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, podiatrists, primary care physicians, nephrologists, endocrinologists, urologists, and ob/gyn's in the area to provide the most advanced minimally-invasive outpatient treatment options in Colorado. The treatment center's use of minimally-invasive procedures helps lower the cost of treatment while reducing the patient's risks associated with more invasive treatments. ECCO is Medicare certified and they accept most types of insurance.
ECCO 
Contact: info@endovascularexperts.com 
http://www.endovascularexperts.com Tel. 720-250-9799

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ECCO provides advanced vascular and interventional radiology services on an outpatient basis, serving patients while working collaboratively with referring physician colleagues



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Today Glacial Multimedia, Inc. and FocalPoint Holdings announced a strategic partnership, connecting FocalPoint's network of 8,000 ophthalmology and optometry providers of all sizes to the eye care industry's leader in digital marketing services, Glacial Multimedia.
As the healthcare landscape evolves, both Glacial Multimedia and FocalPoint Holdings strive to provide resources to connect modern practices to their patient base. To remain relevant in an ever-expanding industry, an online presence is vital. How a practice represents themselves online reflects to the patient how that practice is run. A strong digital presence is the core of modern practices and sets them apart from their competitors. The collaboration between the two companies will empower eye care professionals to connect with their patient base through the utilization of digital strategies like Facebook and Instagram advertising, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, and professional website design.
Dr. Anish Kapur, President of FocalPoint Holdings, stated; "FocalPoint Holdings' practices have come to expect the best from our company in terms of providing their practice with innovative solutions and services with proven track records of success from partnerships that we've developed over the years. Glacial Multimedia's elite digital marketing services will compliment all of FocalPoint Holdings offerings as well as the services of our practice partners."
The companies, who have formed a relationship over the years through prior business endeavors, and look to sustain that partnership which has proven to be successful in the past as both organizations continue to build results-driven business relationships.
About FocalPoint Holdings, LLC
FocalPoint Holdings is a privately held investment and management firm specializing in healthcare and technology companies. As an experienced partner to outstanding management teams, FocalPoint helps build durable companies with sustainable value, especially within the ophthalmic industry. With their team's depth of knowledge in multiple industries, FocalPoint is the perfect partner for entrepreneurs and business executives looking to grow their business. Additional information about the company is available at https://www.focalpointholdings.com/and https://www.linkedin.com/company/focalpointholdings/
About Glacial Multimedia, Inc.
Glacial Multimedia, Inc. is a leading digital marketing agency, operating under the mission of simplifying digital marketing for medical practices by delivering full-service solutions, premium client service, and high-quality standards.
Integrating a mix of medical website design and intelligent digital marketing, Glacial creates ideas that grow medical practices and builds connections to their patient base.
Headquartered in Portland, ME, Glacial Multimedia has built a presence in the medical marketing industry that continues to grow through ongoing innovation, excellent customer service, and data-driven results. For more information about Glacial Multimedia, visit https://www.glacial.com, https://www.facebook.com/GlacialMultimediaInc/, or https://www.linkedin.com/company/glacial-multimedia-inc-/.


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Inbox Health, the patient communication platform for medical billers, has raised $3.5M in funding led by Healthy Ventures, joined by Collaborative Fund and Commerce Ventures. The funding will power Inbox Health's expansion into thousands of new practices, helping deliver modern patient communication and seamless billing experiences to more than one million people. The funding also included participation from existing investors: Connecticut Innovations, I2BF Global Ventures, Startup Health, and others.
Inbox Health powers amazing patient billing and payment experiences for billing companies and their practices. The platform analyzes millions of data points across its entire customer base, empowering billers to personalize each patient's billing, payment, and communication experience to drive significantly greater patient collections and patient experiences.
"This new funding will allow us to expand our reach faster and improve the billing experiences of millions more patients," says Inbox Health CEO and Co-Founder Blake Walker. "Healthcare is about caring for people. The current industry-standard static billing systems of today treat patients like numbers. But behind every bill is a unique person with unique needs, preferences, and payment ability profiles. Our mission is to power billing experiences that focus on who the patient is, honoring the patient experience while delivering top-notch results."
"Inbox operates within the $1 trillion dollar market opportunity of infrastructure needed to facilitate consumer healthcare payments. The company's differentiated distribution strategy of partnering with billers - a key part of the ecosystem - and the leadership team's product-first DNA are exactly the right combination for this market," shares Enmi Kendall, Co-Founder and General Partner of Healthy Ventures. "It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity driven by the shifting liability paradigms in healthcare. It takes a singular team to bring a smart, intentional product to serve both billers and end-user patients."
"Based on their decades of experience within healthcare, Blake and the Inbox Health team have uncovered a unique approach to modernizing payment for millions of patients and hundreds of thousands of providers - through the billing companies that service them," says Tejinder Gill, Principal at Collaborative Fund. "We are fortunate and excited to be joining them on this journey towards building the modern operating system for healthcare billing."
Inbox Health's platform now reaches in excess of one thousand practices, and 4.5 million patients across the US, with more than $1.3 billion of healthcare spending under management.
About Inbox Health
Inbox Health is transforming medical billing one patient at a time with personalized and intelligent interactions that deliver a clear and convenient billing experience for every patient. The company launched its operating system for billers in 2018, since then, Inbox Health has quickly become the industry standard for medical billers and practices that want to increase collections and shorten revenue cycles while reducing administrative costs. Inbox Health is a venture backed software company supporting billers across the United States. The Inbox Health platform automates the patient communication process using bi-directional correspondence, proprietary algorithms, machine learning and artificial intelligence so every patient understands their medical bills and has access to different payment mechanisms, and medical billers and providers achieve optimal patient receivables. Learn more at Inboxhealth.com
Inbox Health is registered trademark of Inbox Health


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Thriveworks, the nation's leading counseling chain with 100+ offices across the US, opens its second location in Virginia Beach, VA in the Great Neck area.
Thriveworks stands out from other counseling and therapy practices by offering appointments within 24 hours, as well as evening and weekend availability. Additionally, they accept most major insurance plans.
"Many people struggle to find providers who have availability during times that most working people are available, like in the evenings and on the weekends. Thriveworks is the solution to this problem," says Heidi Faust, Chief Compliance Officer at Thriveworks.
Thriveworks Virginia Beach offers flexible scheduling throughout the week and on weekends. Normal hours of operation are 7:30am-9:00pm, Monday-Friday and 8am-5pm, Saturday-Sunday.
About Thriveworks:
Thriveworks is known for premium mental health care and exceptional customer service. In addition to providing quick, flexible scheduling options, Thriveworks works with most major insurance companies and offers other premium counseling benefits.
Thriveworks provides its clients with a wide range of mental health services, including individual therapy, couples therapy, marriage counseling, family therapy, life coaching, child therapy, and help for specific challenges like depression and anxiety.
The philosophy at Thriveworks is that everyone can benefit from working with a skilled, caring mental health counselor or coach. For more information, call (757) 347-3155 or visit https://thriveworks.com/virginia-beach-therap


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The 2019 Million Dollar Bike Ride grant for inclusion body myositis (IBM) research has been awarded to Dr. Steven Greenberg of Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Dr. Greenberg will study "Development of a Chemokine Targeted Therapy for Inclusion Body Myositis." Dr. Greenberg is a neuromuscular specialist with a longstanding interest in IBM.
Inclusion body myositis is a rare muscle disease that causes gradually worsening muscle weakness, often leading to severe disability. Frequent early symptoms are weak hand grip, causing trouble with tasks such as opening jars and ziplock bags, and weak legs, which results in falls and trouble standing up from low chairs. Eventually most patients need to use a wheelchair, and some lose nearly all ability to move. The cause is not known and there is no effective treatment.
The money for the research grant was raised by Team Cure IBM, a group of individuals who banded together to fight for recognition and research of inclusion body myositis. Last June, thirty people rode for IBM in the Million Dollar Bike Ride, an annual rare disease fundraising event sponsored by the Orphan Disease Center at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania (Penn). Volunteer fundraisers received contributions from over 400 donors. Orphazyme, the Danish biopharmaceutical company, generously agreed to help sponsor the team. The Myositis Association and Myositis Support and Understanding also supported the cause. The team was organized by Cure IBM, a non-profit organization dedicated to inclusion body myositis.
It was truly a team effort, and this research grant demonstrates what can be achieved when people work together for IBM.
Based on this success, Penn has invited Team Cure IBM back to ride again in the 2020 Million Dollar Bike Ride. Today the team is starting its campaign to recruit new riders, fundraisers, and donors for the 2020 Million Dollar Bike Ride, which will take place on Saturday, June 13 in Philadelphia.
Riders have a choice of 3 courses: 13, 34, or 72 miles.
Fundraisers can register as virtual riders and help the cause even if they cannot ride or come to Philadelphia.
Donations are made to Penn, which temporarily holds the money before distributing 100% of the funds in a research grant. Amounts raised between $20-30,000 will be doubled by the Orphan Disease Center at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.
Donations for the 2020 ride can be made here: https://givingpages.upenn.edu/TeamCureIBM
Riders can register for Team Cure IBM here: https://www.milliondollarbikeride.org/registration
Contact Cure IBM at info@cureibm.org for questions about Team Cure IBM and registration.
In the past six years, the Million Dollar Bike Ride has funded over $10 million dollars in research for more than 30 rare diseases. https://www.milliondollarbikeride.org/
For more information about inclusion body myositis, please visit the Cure IBM website, https://cureibm.org/.
Cure IBM, headquartered in Davis, CA, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inclusion body myositis education, awareness, and research.
Website: https://cureibm.org/ 
Email: info@cureibm.org
Contact: 
Kevin Dooley, MD 
Chairman, Cure IBM 
info@cureibm.org


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For three decades, Mike Macy, CST, LMT was one of Alaska's most highly-trained CranioSacral Therapy and Visceral Manipulation practitioners. To help his patients eliminate chronic pain and illness, he had to teach them about their body's mechanical needs and the body-mind connection. He has done this in person, on his website (http://www.healingjourneysbend.com), in public talks and in a column for Alaska Wellness magazine. To reach a wider audience, Macy has written, "BodyWise: How Manual Therapy Helps Us Recover from Illness & Injuries & Stay Healthy, without Drugs or Surgery" (published by Balboa Press).
"BodyWise" is the first book for the general public that explains the body's mechanical needs and the value — indeed necessity — of addressing them. "BodyWise" is also the first book that explains how the body-mind connection actually works (the brain automatically parks emotional overloads in our tissues without our awareness, resulting in mechanical restrictions). Stories from three decades of clinical practice and the author's own healing reveal the gentle techniques CranioSacral Therapists and Visceral Manipulation practitioners use to release these restrictions from even our most critical organs to aid in healing. For more information on the book, please visit https://www.balboapress.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/807245-bodywise.
Over the past 50 years, manual therapy has exploded as a health science. With over 150,000 trained practitioners worldwide, it has become an increasingly accepted and effective option for treating pain, injuries and illnesses, including many that have not responded to medical approaches. While not a substitute for medical care when that is needed, CranioSacral Therapy and Visceral Manipulation, the two specialties featured in "BodyWise," complement standard medical care, rarely involve unwanted side effects and treat the whole person, usually leaving them healthier and happier than before.
"BodyWise" 
By Mike Macy, CST, LMT 
Hardcover | 5.5x8.5 in | 284 pages | ISBN 9781982242862 
Softcover | 5.5x8.5 in | 284 pages | ISBN 9781982242855 
E-Book | 284 pages | ISBN 9781982242879 
Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble 
About the Author 
Mike Macy specializes in CranioSacral Therapy, Visceral Manipulation, and Myofascial Release. The second massage therapist ever hired by the U.S. Air Force, he used his manual skills and knowledge of anatomy, physiology, the human psyche, energy and the body-mind connection to help injured personnel from all five branches of the U.S. military and the Royal Canadian Air Force return to active duty. Licensed as a massage therapist in Oregon and Alaska, Macy does hands-on treatments as well as distance healing via phone and the internet, and is also trained in therapeutic massage and acupressure. He has a master's degree in English literature and has written articles on Alaskan history, geography, geology, natural history and environmental issues for regional and national publications. This is Macy's second published book.
Balboa Press, a division of Hay House, Inc. – a leading provider in publishing products that specialize in self-help and the mind, body, and spirit genres. Through an alliance with the worldwide self-publishing leader Author Solutions, LLC, authors benefit from the leadership of Hay House Publishing and the speed-to-market advantages of the self-publishing model. For more information, visit balboapress.com. To start publishing your book with Balboa Press, call 877-407-4847 today.


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The run on toilet paper, hand sanitizer and face masks at retail outlets around the nation is one example of the kind of supply chain disruption businesses need to prepare for as the coronavirus outbreak evolves.
The public fear around the coronavirus is coupled with the closing of factories and ports at major manufacturing centers around the world. The resulting supply chain disruptions have sent a shock wave through markets. All of this is leading to significant uncertainty for investors, managers and owners.
Daniel Stanton, author of the book Supply Chain Management For Dummies, is an entrepreneur in residence at South Dakota School of Mines & Technology. He says it's never too late to start managing risks.
"Right now, every manufacturer, distributor, retailer and logistics company should have a rapid response team in place that is monitoring the news and keeping track of their supply chain. These folks need to connect the dots quickly to identify how the coronavirus is evolving and respond in ways that minimize the impact to your supply chain," he says.
Stanton says business owners and managers should strive to get one step ahead of the evolving situation.
"I think too many leaders are taking a 'wait and see' approach, instead of responding proactively. Yes, there are a lot of unanswered questions. But there are also a lot of things that we're pretty sure about, such as how the disease is being spread. We also know it is going to get worse before it gets better," says Stanton. "The good news is that most companies have a lot more inventory in their supply chains than they realize, and this acts as a shock absorber when there's a short disruption. But the longer that the coronavirus outbreak goes, the more likely we are to start seeing shortages of all kinds of products. Small companies in particular are going to run into financial difficulties if their cashflow is disrupted for a long time."
Stanton is the company president and cofounder of SecureMarking, Inc. His business provides a powerful new tool for manufacturers, distributors and their customers to combat the growing threat of counterfeit, black market and grey market products in global supply chains. The technology behind SecureMarking Inc. was developed at South Dakota Mines.
Stanton says the supply chain disruption opens the door for more counterfeit goods. This doesn't just mean brand name items. It could also threaten important safety components inside the electronic goods we use every day.
"Any time that there are shortages of legitimate products in the marketplace, it creates an opportunity for counterfeiters," says Stanton. "Companies become desperate to fill orders and may "relax" their procurement rules and quality standards. That creates the risk of contaminating the entire supply chain with fake and low-quality materials, which can do even more damage than the original disruption."
For average consumers, this also means uncertainty. Stanton says the public often takes supply chains for granted.
"People don't realize where the things we buy come from, and how many people are involved in the process," says Stanton. "When there's a disruption that prevents people from coming to work, sooner or later that gets felt by their customers — the folks downstream in the supply chain. But it also gets felt by their suppliers — the folks upstream in the supply chain. Because if your customer isn't making and selling their own products, then they aren't going to buy materials from you, either."
Stanton, PMP, CSCP, SCPro, MCSE, MCP, MBA, M Eng, is a global executive with expertise in supply chain management and project leadership. He has worked with Caterpillar, the U.S. Navy, APICS (now ASCM), MHI and several smaller firms. He is an alumnus of South Dakota Mines and has also been a professor at Bradley University, Jack Welch Management Institute and National American University. Stanton is recognized as a LinkedIn Learning Insider, a "Pro to Know" for Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine and a Supply Chain Futurist for IBM Sterling Supply Chain.

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Daniel Stanton speaking at South Dakota Mines in 2019.

Any time that there are shortages of legitimate products in the marketplace, it creates an opportunity for counterfeiters



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The run on toilet paper, hand sanitizer and face masks at retail outlets around the nation is one example of the kind of supply chain disruption businesses need to prepare for as the coronavirus outbreak evolves.
The public fear around the coronavirus is coupled with the closing of factories and ports at major manufacturing centers around the world. The resulting supply chain disruptions have sent a shock wave through markets. All of this is leading to significant uncertainty for investors, managers and owners.
Daniel Stanton, author of the book Supply Chain Management For Dummies, is an entrepreneur in residence at South Dakota School of Mines & Technology. He says it's never too late to start managing risks.
"Right now, every manufacturer, distributor, retailer and logistics company should have a rapid response team in place that is monitoring the news and keeping track of their supply chain. These folks need to connect the dots quickly to identify how the coronavirus is evolving and respond in ways that minimize the impact to your supply chain," he says.
Stanton says business owners and managers should strive to get one step ahead of the evolving situation.
"I think too many leaders are taking a 'wait and see' approach, instead of responding proactively. Yes, there are a lot of unanswered questions. But there are also a lot of things that we're pretty sure about, such as how the disease is being spread. We also know it is going to get worse before it gets better," says Stanton. "The good news is that most companies have a lot more inventory in their supply chains than they realize, and this acts as a shock absorber when there's a short disruption. But the longer that the coronavirus outbreak goes, the more likely we are to start seeing shortages of all kinds of products. Small companies in particular are going to run into financial difficulties if their cashflow is disrupted for a long time."
Stanton is the company president and cofounder of SecureMarking, Inc. His business provides a powerful new tool for manufacturers, distributors and their customers to combat the growing threat of counterfeit, black market and grey market products in global supply chains. The technology behind SecureMarking Inc. was developed at South Dakota Mines.
Stanton says the supply chain disruption opens the door for more counterfeit goods. This doesn't just mean brand name items. It could also threaten important safety components inside the electronic goods we use every day.
"Any time that there are shortages of legitimate products in the marketplace, it creates an opportunity for counterfeiters," says Stanton. "Companies become desperate to fill orders and may "relax" their procurement rules and quality standards. That creates the risk of contaminating the entire supply chain with fake and low-quality materials, which can do even more damage than the original disruption."
For average consumers, this also means uncertainty. Stanton says the public often takes supply chains for granted.
"People don't realize where the things we buy come from, and how many people are involved in the process," says Stanton. "When there's a disruption that prevents people from coming to work, sooner or later that gets felt by their customers — the folks downstream in the supply chain. But it also gets felt by their suppliers — the folks upstream in the supply chain. Because if your customer isn't making and selling their own products, then they aren't going to buy materials from you, either."
Stanton, PMP, CSCP, SCPro, MCSE, MCP, MBA, M Eng, is a global executive with expertise in supply chain management and project leadership. He has worked with Caterpillar, the U.S. Navy, APICS (now ASCM), MHI and several smaller firms. He is an alumnus of South Dakota Mines and has also been a professor at Bradley University, Jack Welch Management Institute and National American University. Stanton is recognized as a LinkedIn Learning Insider, a "Pro to Know" for Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine and a Supply Chain Futurist for IBM Sterling Supply Chain.

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Daniel Stanton speaking at South Dakota Mines in 2019.

Any time that there are shortages of legitimate products in the marketplace, it creates an opportunity for counterfeiters.




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The run on toilet paper, hand sanitizer and face masks at retail outlets around the nation is one example of the kind of supply chain disruption businesses need to prepare for as the coronavirus outbreak evolves.
The public fear around the coronavirus is coupled with the closing of factories and ports at major manufacturing centers around the world. The resulting supply chain disruptions have sent a shock wave through markets. All of this is leading to significant uncertainty for investors, managers and owners.
Daniel Stanton, author of the book Supply Chain Management For Dummies, is an entrepreneur in residence at South Dakota School of Mines & Technology. He says it's never too late to start managing risks.
"Right now, every manufacturer, distributor, retailer and logistics company should have a rapid response team in place that is monitoring the news and keeping track of their supply chain. These folks need to connect the dots quickly to identify how the coronavirus is evolving and respond in ways that minimize the impact to your supply chain," he says.
Stanton says business owners and managers should strive to get one step ahead of the evolving situation.
"I think too many leaders are taking a 'wait and see' approach, instead of responding proactively. Yes, there are a lot of unanswered questions. But there are also a lot of things that we're pretty sure about, such as how the disease is being spread. We also know it is going to get worse before it gets better," says Stanton. "The good news is that most companies have a lot more inventory in their supply chains than they realize, and this acts as a shock absorber when there's a short disruption. But the longer that the coronavirus outbreak goes, the more likely we are to start seeing shortages of all kinds of products. Small companies in particular are going to run into financial difficulties if their cashflow is disrupted for a long time."
Stanton is the company president and cofounder of SecureMarking, Inc. His business provides a powerful new tool for manufacturers, distributors and their customers to combat the growing threat of counterfeit, black market and grey market products in global supply chains. The technology behind SecureMarking Inc. was developed at South Dakota Mines.
Stanton says the supply chain disruption opens the door for more counterfeit goods. This doesn't just mean brand name items. It could also threaten important safety components inside the electronic goods we use every day.
"Any time that there are shortages of legitimate products in the marketplace, it creates an opportunity for counterfeiters," says Stanton. "Companies become desperate to fill orders and may "relax" their procurement rules and quality standards. That creates the risk of contaminating the entire supply chain with fake and low-quality materials, which can do even more damage than the original disruption."
For average consumers, this also means uncertainty. Stanton says the public often takes supply chains for granted.
"People don't realize where the things we buy come from, and how many people are involved in the process," says Stanton. "When there's a disruption that prevents people from coming to work, sooner or later that gets felt by their customers — the folks downstream in the supply chain. But it also gets felt by their suppliers — the folks upstream in the supply chain. Because if your customer isn't making and selling their own products, then they aren't going to buy materials from you, either."
Stanton, PMP, CSCP, SCPro, MCSE, MCP, MBA, M Eng, is a global executive with expertise in supply chain management and project leadership. He has worked with Caterpillar, the U.S. Navy, APICS (now ASCM), MHI and several smaller firms. He is an alumnus of South Dakota Mines and has also been a professor at Bradley University, Jack Welch Management Institute and National American University. Stanton is recognized as a LinkedIn Learning Insider, a "Pro to Know" for Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine and a Supply Chain Futurist for IBM Sterling Supply Chain.

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Daniel Stanton speaking at South Dakota Mines in 2019.

Any time that there are shortages of legitimate products in the marketplace, it creates an opportunity for counterfeiters.




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Accumen Inc., the leader in healthcare performance within ancillary services, today announced the launch of its "Are You Ready?" campaign to help hospital and health systems relieve new, industry-related pain points and exceed their goals for 2020.
"We combined our expert knowledge with industry research to identify the top issues that ancillary services executives are now having to build plans around to be successful in 2020, and for the next several years. Then, we developed detailed plans to address each one of them," said Accumen President and CEO Jeff Osborne. "For example, hospital reimbursement rates are declining year over year, with some of the largest cuts we've seen starting this year, while overall costs are rising. Accumen can help to identify up to 20% in ancillary supply chain cost savings to help offset this issue."
Accumen will address each of these pain points using its unique partnership approach. Accumen experts will work alongside hospital or health system staff and use the organization's own data to develop a customized plan to address their specific issues.
While the pain points differ by ancillary focus, here are a few that apply to the lab and imaging department. Through this campaign, Accumen asks these and other critical questions – and is prepared with solutions.
Are You Ready:
To safely meet all patient blood product needs during predicted supply shortages? 
For new artificial intelligence (AI) and three-dimensional (3D) advanced visualization applications? 
For the operational impact of the Protecting Access to Medicare Act (PAMA) mandate? 
To reduce your laboratory supply chain costs by as much as 20%? 
To manage the price transparency mandate?
Those who viewed this checklist with some trepidation can learn more about Accumen's customized approach to address each of these issues at http://www.accumen.com/BeReady or call 1-855-ACCUMEN. Accumen's monthly Healthcare Performance Insider magazine is also a valuable resource to ensure healthcare executives are ready.
About Accumen Inc. 
At Accumen, our focus is healthcare performance. Accumen utilizes healthcare technology along with our expert performance team members to drive significant value to hospital, health system, commercial laboratory and payer clients, providing strategic solutions, services and technology that deliver sustainable performance improvements in operations, clinical services, and data management. These offerings include lab and imaging transformation, consulting, supply chain optimization, lab outreach, patient blood utilization, test utilization, anemia management and clinical data exchange. Accumen's offerings enable its clients to achieve and exceed their cost, quality, and service targets, as well as deliver excellent patient care through evidence-based data and clinical decision support capabilities.
We share the belief that performance matters. We are inspired to improve operational, clinical, and data performance across the healthcare industry because transformational change will make healthcare better for our clients, our communities and our families.
For more information, visit Accumen.com.
Disclaimer: Accumen has no authority, responsibility, or liability with respect to any clinical decisions made by – or in connection with – a provider's laboratory, patient blood management, or other operations. Nothing herein and no aspect of any services provided by Accumen is intended – or shall be deemed – to subordinate, usurp, or otherwise diminish any providers' sole authority and discretion with respect to all clinical decision-making for its patients.
Accumen Contact 
Kimberly MacDowell, Chief Marketing Officer 
Phone: 858.621.3167 | Email: kmacdowell@accumen.com 
2111 E Highland Ave, Ste 145 | Phoenix, AZ 85016
Media Contact 
Lisa Osborne, CEO 
Rana Healthcare Solutions 
Phone: 206.992.5245 | Email: lisa@ranahealth.com

"Accumen can help to identify up to 20% in ancillary supply chain cost savings to help offset this issue." said Accumen President and CEO Jeff Osborne



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Genedata, the leading provider of enterprise software solutions for biopharmaceutical R&D, today announced that Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., a leading research-based pharmaceutical company in Japan, has chosen Genedata Profiler as one of the cornerstones of their biomarker strategy to support the efficient identification and validation of innovative, next-generation biomarkers.
"We chose Genedata Profiler because it is the end-to-end enterprise software able to harmonize our dispersed data analysis pipelines", said Kimio Terao, Department Manager of Clinical Pharmacology at Chugai. "We need to enhance our capacity to analyze large amounts of high-dimensional 'omic data emerging from our rapidly growing number of translational and clinical research projects. This requires domain-specific software to automate the processing, analysis, and integration of such complex molecular data types. We needed a solution that scales with us as we grow. And Genedata, who impressed us with their tremendous scientific expertise, provided this."
Genedata Profiler is now integrated into Chugai's data analysis pipeline and will support the company achieve 'early Proof of Concept', ultimately bringing innovative drugs to patients faster. Set up as a cloud-based system that is fully scalable, Genedata Profiler helps Chugai cope with the massive increase in data volume and complexity of their clinical and translational research projects. In addition, multiple levels of fine-grained access control ensure data security throughout the entire data lifecycle. And since the advanced exploratory analytics of Genedata Profiler don't necessarily require programming skills, Chugai's translational researchers can easily and rapidly deliver high-quality results. This holistic, data-driven approach will empower Chugai to accelerate the discovery of innovative biomarkers and will lead to a rising number of successful R&D projects.
"We are excited to enable Chugai to increase the efficiency of their R&D processes", said Othmar Pfannes, Ph.D., CEO of Genedata. "Genedata Profiler has been successful in Europe and the US for years. The fact that a leading global biopharma company from Japan is now implementing Genedata Profiler is an important milestone in our global expansion strategy and further confirms the quality of our product. A part of our Biopharma Platform, Genedata Profiler supports our customers bring pioneering therapeutics to patients faster, so that they can live better and longer lives. We are committed to continuing to invest in the development of the Genedata Biopharma Platform to provide our customers with an enterprise workflow platform that will help them digitalize R&D to increase their speed to market."
About Chugai Pharmaceutical 
Chugai Pharmaceutical is one of Japan's leading research-based pharmaceutical companies with strengths in biotechnology products. Chugai, based in Tokyo, specializes in prescription pharmaceuticals and is listed on the 1st section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange. As an important member of the Roche Group, Chugai is actively involved in R&D activities in Japan and abroad. Specifically, Chugai is working to develop innovative products which may satisfy the unmet medical needs.
About Genedata 
Genedata transforms data into intelligence with innovative software solutions and domain-specific consulting services that automate complex, large-scale experimental processes and enable organizations to maximize the ROI in their R&D, spanning early discovery all the way to the clinic. Founded in 1997, Genedata is headquartered in Switzerland with additional offices in Germany, Japan, Singapore, the UK, and the US. 
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TopConsumerReviews.com recently gave a best-in-class 5 star rating to TinnaRex, a leader among products used to fight the symptoms of Tinnitus.
Millions of people suffer from Tinnitus. Characterized by a persistent ringing, hissing or static-like sound in the ear, this condition can come from a variety of sources: workplace noise, stress, fluid in the ears, viral infections, and many others. Because the causes can vary so widely, so do the recommended products. Unfortunately, many of these remedies leave patients with the same irritating, distracting symptoms - and, in the case of prescription medications, they may have side effects that are worse than the original problem. On the positive side, there are a number of over-the-counter products available today that have been shown to bring relief to people struggling to reduce or eliminate Tinnitus. Often using a powerful blend of all-natural ingredients, these options are often much less expensive than prescriptions and require no doctor visit. Plus, the best Tinnitus products typically come with a strong customer satisfaction policy that includes a refund for users who don't get the relief they want.
"TinnaRex delivers effective, all-natural relief of Tinnitus symptoms," according to Brian Dolezal of TopConsumerReviews.com, LLC. "Offered by Native Remedies, a company well-known for its dedication to providing safe homeopathic solutions for a wide range of conditions, TinnaRex comes in a liquid form that is easily mixed with water and is safe for anyone 10 and up. Its powerful ingredients include rosemary, European blue vervain, oatstraw and St. John's Wort, a combination designed to promote healthy circulation, reduce hearing problems, and alleviate stress and tension. While customers will be pleased by Native Remedies' one-year satisfaction guarantee and return policy, chances are good that they won't need it when using TinnaRex. We found numerous customer reviews describing relief from Tinnitus symptoms when using the product. For all of these reasons, TinnaRex is our choice for Tinnitus Relief, earning our highest recommendation in 2020."
To find out more about TinnaRex and other Tinnitus products, including reviews and comparison rankings, please visit the Tinnitus products category of TopConsumerReviews.com at https://www.topconsumerreviews.com/tinnitus/.
About TinnaRex 
TinnaRex is a product of Native Remedies. The company has been producing all-natural products since 2002, now with over 200 herbal and homeopathic research-backed remedies. Their mission is to inspire people to embrace a natural approach to complete family wellness. All their formulas are free of added gluten, artificial colors, flavors and preservatives, and are never tested on animals. They manufacture with the highest pharmaceutical standards in FDA-registered facilities, according to cGMP standards. Native Remedies sources from sustainable, organically farmed, or ethically wild crafted ingredients and uses the Full Spectrum method of extraction to maintain the plant's natural integrity and balance for maximum efficacy.
About TopConsumerReviews.com 
TopConsumerReviews.com, LLC is a leading provider of reviews and rankings for thousands of consumer products and services. From Tinnitus Relief to Cholesterol Health and Restless Leg Syndrome, TopConsumerReviews.com delivers in-depth product evaluations in order to make purchasing decisions easier. 

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OutPLEX, an international digital transformation and business process outsourcing company has begun increasing work-at-home support in order to combat growing concerns related to COVID-19, the new coronavirus. This expansion comes as a direct result of client demand for at-home support, as well as increased inquiries from brands lacking an at-home infrastructure. Many brands have internal call centers with concerns about coronavirus and are looking to mitigate that concern by seeking a vendor partner they can trust to provide immediate support.
"The impacts of this outbreak have already begun to show in industries around the world. Increasing work-at-home support will enable us to provide industry leading support to those brands affected," OutPLEX CEO Jim Ryan commented.
Increases to OutPLEX's best in class at-home workforce is made possible by the impressive technologies they use each day. Cloud-based software coupled with high-level security is the key to the success of OutPLEX's professional work-at-home force.
Many clients have benefited over the past 15 years from OutPLEX's distributed work-at-home representatives due to the company's comprehensive candidate screening process and robust network securities. All personnel must complete a series of tests in order to be certified to work from home. This includes an in-depth computer system test to ensure a high level of protection in addition to customized testing such as grammar, typing, personality, math skills, etc.
This ramp-up enables OutPLEX to continue to provide call center services such as expert technical support, unparalleled customer support, and professional sales support to current clients as well as new clients seeking to mitigate the effects of the coronavirus. A leader in the customer contact management industry, OutPLEX continues to surpass the competition when it comes to customer satisfaction. "We have seen a dramatic increase in the number of inquiries we receive for at-home support," commented Mr. Ryan. "Increasing our already robust at-home workforce allows us to provide the best service possible, at a significant cost-savings to these brands," he continued.
Currently, OutPLEX supports clients from a myriad of industries including healthcare, retail, telecommunications, energy, finance, and more. The company offers 24/7 support, as well as overflow capabilities to assist any brand seeing an in-flux of customer inquiries during this time.
OutPLEX is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with both domestic and international operations in addition to a skilled at-home workforce. For more information, or to inquire about OutPLEX's expert services, visit http://www.outplex.com.
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"The impacts of this outbreak have already begun to show in industries around the world. Increasing work-at-home support will enable us to provide industry leading support to those brands affected," OutPLEX CEO, Jim Ryan



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RevSpring, the leading provider of healthcare financial engagement and payment solutions, today announced PersonaPay, its next generation payment portal delivering a personalized payment experience for every patient. With PersonaPay, providers are sure to Fit the Payment to the Patient - balancing empathy for patients while maintaining the best payment outcomes pre- and post-service.
Powered by an advancement in propensity to pay modeling that increases payment predictability through Vu Predict, PersonaPay lets healthcare providers precisely tailor the payment experience for every patient, ensuring consistency at every touchpoint, through every communication channel, to improve patient and provider outcomes.
"We know we can help providers improve cash flow and collections by driving the best patient payment outcomes early in the engagement," said Steve Callis, president of payments at RevSpring. "Whether it is a payment in full, tailored payment plans, or financial assistance, PersonaPay provides the tools necessary to achieve a higher rate of patients fulfilling their financial obligations."
PersonaPay also allows for healthcare providers' customer services teams to easily access the exact payment options offered to the patient, as well as current account detail and payment activities across all channels between billing cycles. This eliminates any guesswork for the treatment a rep should offer when working with their patients. Dynamic scripting at their fingertips gives your personnel the insight they need to guide financial conversations for each patient.
Highlights include: 

Secure environment without requiring username and passwords

Clear payment options tailored to each patient's unique needs

Easily set-up and manage self-serve payments, payment plans, electronic statement delivery, and payment preferences

Modern and responsive design using human factors for intuitive interactions

Seamless integration with RevSpring's eVoke OmniChannel engagement solutions, including the new eVoke Automate

Text-to-pay with one click from a stored card

Integrated Merchant Services for a complete payment solution, including settlement reconciliation

Integrated Voice of the Patient Surveys

ADA Compliant to promote inclusion

Integrates flexibly with major EMR solutions, such as Epic, Cerner and MedHost

"As a PersonaPay early adopter client, we were really impressed with how the RevSpring team worked to create an intuitive product and great customer experience", said Trent Lienau, Sr. System Analyst at Broadlawns Medical Center. "The portal has greatly increased our ability to provide more self-service options for our clients. Our favorite features include those that allow us to offer unique options to our patients including prompt-pay discounts, payment plans, and to easily retrieve electronic statements."    
PersonaPay is part of an integrated One Patient, One Voice solution that RevSpring is unveiling in a series of announcements. This includes Vu Predict, announced last week, an advancement in propensity to pay modeling that increases predictability at more touchpoints throughout the patient payment journey to increase payments.
With the cancellation of the 2020 HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition this week, RevSpring is showcasing this and other new products on their HIMSS AT HOME Digital Booth Experience. Visit tinyurl.com/RS-HIMSS-Digital-Booth and learn how precise personalization impacts patients throughout their healthcare financial journey.
About RevSpring 
RevSpring leads the market in financial communications and payment solutions that inspire patients to pay. The company has built the industry's most comprehensive and impactful suite of patient engagement, OmniChannel communications and payment solutions backed by behavior analysis, propensity-to-pay scoring, contextual messaging, and user experience best practices. Using proprietary data analytics to tailor the engagement from pre-service to post-service, we improve the financial experience and outcomes for providers and their patients. To learn more, visit revspringinc.com/healthcare.

"We know we can help providers improve cash flow and collections by driving the best patient payment outcomes early in the engagement," said Steve Callis, president of payments at RevSpring



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Key New NEPC Review Takeaway: Report creatively builds a mountain of speculation into claimed economic benefits from an expanded school voucher plan.

BOULDER, COLO. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
A recent report from the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty (WILL) claims a chain of benefits will purportedly follow if the current cap on voucher enrollment for the state of Wisconsin is increased. It describes a "ripple effect of economic benefits that will reverberate throughout the state."
William J. Mathis, Managing Director of the National Education Policy Center at the University of Colorado Boulder, reviewed Ripple Effect: How Expanding School Choice Programs Can Lead to More College Graduates and a Stronger Economy. He found a "failing of logic" in how this ripple effect would actually occur.
The report presumes a causal chain of: raising the voucher cap from 4% to 20% → more voucher students in K-12 schools → higher graduation rates from college → higher lifetime earnings → more consumer spending → increased state and local taxes collected. The resulting benefits to Wisconsin are asserted to be $3.2 billion over 20 years. The final three steps are based on solid research, although the specific numbers are in some dispute. That is, when students graduate from college, they will have higher average incomes and will spend more, and pay more taxes, over their lifetimes. The numbers get complicated, however, when we start to consider factors like job market opportunities that can accommodate the increased percentage of college graduates.
The real problem with the analysis, however, lies in the first two steps. As Mathis explains, these steps are highly speculative and are based on very skimpy evidence.
First, raising voucher cap may not drive much of an increase in voucher students, since less than one percent of Wisconsin's districts currently reach the 4% voucher cap. That is, there appears to be very little demand-side need for the voucher-growth initiative. Even more troubling is the report's reliance on one problematic study for its key argument that voucher use leads to a specific determined increase in graduation rates from four-year colleges (a 38% increase).
Adding to these problems, the trumpeted dollar figure in the report literally doesn't add up. Lifting the voucher cap, readers are told, will generate a $3.2 billion increase in consumer spending and personal gains. But the figures presented in the report come up exactly $91 million short of $3.2 billion. This is undoubtedly just arithmetic carelessness (and it's not clear which figures are the source of the error), but does further undermine one's faith in the research.
In addition to Mathis' explanation that the report's causal links are weakly explained and lacking in support, he points to other prominent unaddressed issues: social stratification, inequitable selection effects, the cost of running two school systems, and the effects of the vouchers on learning. For all of these reasons, Mathis explains, the report offers no assistance to policymakers or others.
Find the review, by William J. Mathis, at: 
https://nepc.colorado.edu/thinktank/ripple-effect
Find Ripple Effect: How Expanding School Choice Programs Can Lead to More College Graduates and a Stronger Economy, written by Will Flanders and published by the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty, at: 
http://www.will-law.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/will-ripple-effect-v3.pdf
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Glucose Buddy. Fooducate. MyFitnessPal. When it comes to diabetes mellitus, there certainly are apps for that, but still no silver bullet to cure it, despite all the ongoing research, says Ashish Sharma MD, a Yuma, Arizona-based specialist in internal medicine, referring to a recent explosion in mobile-phone apps to help millions of patients manage the chronic disorder.
Why the disease defies biological solution is likely due to its complexity, since the name itself – diabetes -- actually refers to a composite of disorders with varying causes and treatment approaches, Dr. Sharma says. But all these variants have one thing in common – interference with the body's ability to process blood glucose, allowing this sugar to build up in the bloodstream -- and they are impacting some 415 million people globally, experts say. In fact, diabetes is considered among the top seven most lethal disorders.
Glucose is the necessary fuel for the body's tissues, muscles and brain, Dr. Sharma explains, but in too high of levels in the blood, it can lead to serious and life-threatening complications, among them heart attack, stroke, kidney failure requiring dialysis, blindness and nerve damage that can result in limb amputations. Recent research also has suggested that patients with diabetes may have a higher risk of developing dementia, especially Alzheimer's disease, and certain kinds of cancers.
In type 1 diabetes, the body's immune system stops or significantly slows availability of insulin – a hormone produced by the pancreas to help move glucose into cells – by attacking the pancreatic islet cells responsible for producing it. In type 2, the body's cells no longer effectively respond to insulin.
Specific causes of type 1 diabetes, the second most frequently occurring form of the disease, remain unknown, although genetic factors are believed to play a role, says Dr. Sharma. A person's weight is not considered a risk for developing type 1.
Type 2 diabetes is, by far, the most common – and preventable -- variant of the disease. It is most often linked to environmental and lifestyle factors, especially obesity, Dr. Sharma says. 
General symptoms of both types -- 1 and 2 -- include unexplained weight loss, increased thirst and hunger, frequent urination, fatigue, irritability – even blurred vision.
Other, less common forms of the disorder are gestational diabetes, affecting women in pregnancy when their bodies become less responsive to insulin and oftentimes resolving after a woman has given birth, and monogenic diabetes, which is linked to a gene mutation and usually develops in children or teenagers, Dr. Sharma says.
In a 2018 study published in the journal Diabetes Care, scientists also describe a hybrid form of the disease – type 1.5 or latent autoimmune diabetes -- which affects adults, has elements of both type 1 and 2 forms of the disease, initially does not require treatment with insulin and is often misdiagnosed as type 2.
Dr. Sharma warns that diabetes is reaching epidemic proportions both in the United States and in countries worldwide. He points to a 2018 University of Iowa study, published in the British Medical Journal, indicating that an estimated 10 percent of American adults have been diagnosed with diabetes, the majority of them – more than 91 percent – with type 2.
Not included in the count are millions of undiagnosed diabetes cases – one in five Americans are unaware they have diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) -- and another 88 million U.S. adults who have prediabetes, a condition characterized by high blood-sugar levels that are just below the threshold for type 2 diabetes.
Prediabetes has few, if any, noticeable symptoms, which is why 80 percent of individuals with the condition do not even know they have it, Dr. Sharma says. He suggests taking a prediabetes test by going to the CDC site: https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/risktest/index.html.
Lifestyle improvements that include regular exercise, proper weight maintenance, good nutrition, and avoidance of smoking and heavy alcohol consumption represent the surest road to staying healthy generally and preventing type 2 diabetes specifically, Dr. Sharma says. He also recommends that persons with diabetes risk factors like advanced age and family history of the disease undergo regular blood testing.
"Type 2 diabetes can oftentimes be effectively managed with a combination of medication and lifestyle changes, especially if diagnosed early in its development," Dr. Sharma states. "Not surprisingly the rising incidence of diabetes parallels the increasing number of people considered obese."
Although type 1 diabetes is not preventable because it is an autoimmune disorder in which genetics plays a role, improved lifestyle can also help type 1 patients more effectively manage their glucose levels and avoid some of the serious complications of the disease, Dr. Sharma says.
Meanwhile, Dr. Sharma offers these tips for controlling – or preventing – diabetes: 

Get off the couch and exercise – preferably at least 30 minutes daily.

Make health eating choices and limit food portions. Snack on fruits and vegetables – not high-fat, high-carbohydrate foods.

Manage blood pressure. High blood pressure is a risk factor for diabetes.

Keep body mass index within the desired range for age, height and frame.

Do not smoke. Smokers have a 30 percent to 40 percent higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Socialize. Researchers indicate that people who are lonely are more prone to type 2 diabetes.

And, in today's high-tech-electronics world, "if an app helps, use it," Dr. Sharma says.

Ashish Sharma MD is a board-certified internal medicine specialist, who works as a hospitalist at the Yuma (Arizona) Regional Medical Center.

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Caring Transitions' team helps with decluttering, organizing, packing, moving, resettling, in-home estate sales and online auctions, estate clearing and preparing homes for market. Blanton's recognition honors her ability to adapt her business to her clients' changing needs as well as her own perseverance.

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
In the almost nine years since Charlene Blanton opened Caring Transitions of Myrtle Beach, she has gone through many of the same experiences as her clients – from emergency moves to having to cope with the cleaning out of a loved one's home – and those experiences have helped her make her business stronger. Now, in recognition of her ability to adapt her business to her clients' changing needs and her own perseverance, Caring Transitions' national franchise team has recognized Blanton with the Caring Transitions Bruce Treadway Pioneer Spirit Award.
The Bruce Treadway Pioneer Spirit Award is named after Caring Transitions' very first franchisee, Bruce Treadway, who helped build the franchise into the national Franchise 500 ranked business it is today. Blanton's award was presented at the company's national conference on February 4, 2020.
"Charlene's Pioneer spirit is not simply a one-time occurrence. Over her many years with Caring Transitions, Charlene has not only evolved with the brand but has championed change that has had a lasting impact on the network and most importantly, our clients. I'm pleased to present this award to Charlene and her team," Caring Transitions Ray Fabik said.
Caring Transitions' specially-trained professionalshandle decluttering, organizing, packing, moving, resettling, in-home estate sales, online auctions, estate clearing and preparing homes for market. This senior-focused relocation and estate-sale services company serves the Grand Strand, from Georgetown, South Carolina, to Southport, North Carolina.
"In almost 9 years of being a Caring Transitions owner, we have had to continuous adapt our business so as to serve our client-family's needs by better understanding what they are going through and wrapping our arms around their unique circumstances so we can provide a solution that fits their needs, goals and expectations. We constantly look at how to serve our clients and how to say 'YES' to getting them smoothly and seamlessly through one the of the most overwhelming, difficult times a family can face. We are mountain movers, stress relievers, hand holders, stuff purveyors, chaos managers, dot connectors... we strive to be their most trusted resource," Blanton said.
Caring Transitions' services are perfect for managing the many aspects of a senior move, including assisting with the process of "right"-sizing to provide a safer living situation, as well as for busy families and people coping with the clearing out the home of a loved one who has moved into assisted care or passed away. All of Caring Transitions' services are customizable, so clients choose the solution that best fits their needs.
"Over the years my family has faced many of the very same triggering, overwhelming, stressful events our clients face: the sudden illness of a grandparent, an emergency move, what to do with family treasures when you live 8 hours away, not knowing who to trust or how to even get started. Those experiences have helped me truly see how Caring Transitions is a total solution for families, a trusted resource and an experienced team of professionals who can support families through the process of a sometimes daunting transition. Caring Transitions is a comprehensive, seamless, trusted and less-stressful solution," Blanton said.
For Blanton, the success of Caring Transitions locally and nationally comes down to three things – the service provided by individual franchisees and their teams, the Caring Transitions corporate office and the franchise family working together.
"We are truly better together and this could not work without all the players, including our hard-working, compassionate Myrtle Beach team who never stop looking for solutions; our Caring Transitions corporate office, who provide a strong backbone and an open door for support and innovation; and our Caring Transitions franchisee family for sharing their best practices and experiences and are always working together to strengthen our brand," Blanton added.
Caring Transitions of Myrtle Beach is a member of NASMM, CRTS certified, and fully insured. All employees background checked. For additional information, call 843-997-5088, email CBlanton@CaringTransitions.com or visit http://www.caringtransitionsmyrtlebeach.com.

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With World Sleep Day — which was established to celebrate the many benefits of healthy sleep — just days away, new research from Amerisleep's Sleep Science team looks at how Americans' sleep hygiene is impacting their wellness this flu season. The study found that only 38% of Americans report getting the recommended 7-8 hours of sleep per night, and 1-in-5 Americans acknowledge that a lack of sleep often leads to them developing an illness.
While Coronavirus is rightfully commanding the headlines, the flu (or influenza as it's known in medical circles) caused over 647,000 hospitalizations and 61,200 deaths in the U.S. last season. This season, the flu has already caused over 10,000 deaths, including an unprecedented 105 deaths amongst children.
With sleep widely acknowledged for its preventative and restorative qualities when it comes to illnesses, findings from the Amerisleep 'Flu Season & Sleep' study show that not all demographics are getting the recommended dose of Zzz's. Even more cause for concern, the findings — which resulted from surveying 1,000 individuals (ages 18+) living in the U.S. — illustrates a significant disparity amongst income brackets when it comes to receiving flu vaccines.
"Counting on a restful night's sleep is vital to a person's physical and mental health," said McKenzie Hyde, a Certified Sleep Science Coach and member of Amerisleep's Sleep Science team. "It's concerning to see the disparity in the amount of lower-income families not choosing to receive a flu shot, which raises the importance for people to understand the affordable access they have to the vaccine. Equally important to understand are the added benefits sleep provides when it comes to helping the body fight off and recover from illness."
Other highlights from the report, include: 

Generation Z, which still counts some teenagers among its ranks, was the most likely generation (42%) to get the recommended amount of sleep per night.

68% of Americans say that lack of sleep at least sometimes leads to them developing an illness.

Those that are chronically sleep-deprived (less than 4 hours of sleep per night) were much more likely to say they have already had the flu this season. Only 16% of respondents that averaged more than 4 hours of sleep per night said they've had the flu so far this season, while 31% of those that average less than 4 hours of sleep per night said they've had the flu this season.

18% of U.S. adults report that they have had the flu already this flu season, with millennials slightly more likely (22%) than the general population to say they've already had it since November 2019.

49% of Americans followed through with their plans to get a flu shot, in line with a survey by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) in September of 2019 that found 52% of American adults planned to get a flu shot this flu season.

Findings illustrate a wealth divide in fighting the flu. Only 40% of the U.S. population living within households with less than $50,000 in annual income report receiving a flu shot this season, compared to 55% residing in households reporting more than $50,000 income receiving one.

To learn more about all things sleep from a certified sleep expert and experienced sleep professionals, visit the Sleep Science research guide center.
Amerisleep 
Amerisleep, in business since 2006, retails highly-rated memory foam and hybrid mattresses, adjustable beds and related accessories. The company defines itself by exclusively offering American-made, environmentally-sustainable products at competitive prices. For more information about Amerisleep's mattresses and other offerings, visit Amerisleep.com. 

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"Counting on a restful night's sleep is vital to a person's physical and mental health. It's concerning to see the disparity in the amount of lower-income families not receiving a flu shot, which raises the importance for people to understand the affordable access they have to the vaccine."



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TopConsumerReviews.com recently gave a best-in-class 5 star rating to TinnaRex, a leader among products used to fight the symptoms of Tinnitus.
Millions of people suffer from Tinnitus. Characterized by a persistent ringing, hissing or static-like sound in the ear, this condition can come from a variety of sources: workplace noise, stress, fluid in the ears, viral infections, and many others. Because the causes can vary so widely, so do the recommended products. Unfortunately, many of these remedies leave patients with the same irritating, distracting symptoms - and, in the case of prescription medications, they may have side effects that are worse than the original problem. On the positive side, there are a number of over-the-counter products available today that have been shown to bring relief to people struggling to reduce or eliminate Tinnitus. Often using a powerful blend of all-natural ingredients, these options are often much less expensive than prescriptions and require no doctor visit. Plus, the best Tinnitus products typically come with a strong customer satisfaction policy that includes a refund for users who don't get the relief they want.
"TinnaRex delivers effective, all-natural relief of Tinnitus symptoms," according to Brian Dolezal of TopConsumerReviews.com, LLC. "Offered by Native Remedies, a company well-known for its dedication to providing safe homeopathic solutions for a wide range of conditions, TinnaRex comes in a liquid form that is easily mixed with water and is safe for anyone 10 and up. Its powerful ingredients include rosemary, European blue vervain, oatstraw and St. John's Wort, a combination designed to promote healthy circulation, reduce hearing problems, and alleviate stress and tension. While customers will be pleased by Native Remedies' one-year satisfaction guarantee and return policy, chances are good that they won't need it when using TinnaRex. We found numerous customer reviews describing relief from Tinnitus symptoms when using the product. For all of these reasons, TinnaRex is our choice for Tinnitus Relief, earning our highest recommendation in 2020."
To find out more about TinnaRex and other Tinnitus products, including reviews and comparison rankings, please visit the Tinnitus products category of TopConsumerReviews.com at https://www.topconsumerreviews.com/tinnitus/.
About TinnaRex 
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OutPLEX, an international digital transformation and business process outsourcing company has begun increasing work-at-home support in order to combat growing concerns related to COVID-19, the new coronavirus. This expansion comes as a direct result of client demand for at-home support, as well as increased inquiries from brands lacking an at-home infrastructure. Many brands have internal call centers with concerns about coronavirus and are looking to mitigate that concern by seeking a vendor partner they can trust to provide immediate support.
"The impacts of this outbreak have already begun to show in industries around the world. Increasing work-at-home support will enable us to provide industry leading support to those brands affected," OutPLEX CEO Jim Ryan commented.
Increases to OutPLEX's best in class at-home workforce is made possible by the impressive technologies they use each day. Cloud-based software coupled with high-level security is the key to the success of OutPLEX's professional work-at-home force.
Many clients have benefited over the past 15 years from OutPLEX's distributed work-at-home representatives due to the company's comprehensive candidate screening process and robust network securities. All personnel must complete a series of tests in order to be certified to work from home. This includes an in-depth computer system test to ensure a high level of protection in addition to customized testing such as grammar, typing, personality, math skills, etc.
This ramp-up enables OutPLEX to continue to provide call center services such as expert technical support, unparalleled customer support, and professional sales support to current clients as well as new clients seeking to mitigate the effects of the coronavirus. A leader in the customer contact management industry, OutPLEX continues to surpass the competition when it comes to customer satisfaction. "We have seen a dramatic increase in the number of inquiries we receive for at-home support," commented Mr. Ryan. "Increasing our already robust at-home workforce allows us to provide the best service possible, at a significant cost-savings to these brands," he continued.
Currently, OutPLEX supports clients from a myriad of industries including healthcare, retail, telecommunications, energy, finance, and more. The company offers 24/7 support, as well as overflow capabilities to assist any brand seeing an in-flux of customer inquiries during this time.
OutPLEX is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with both domestic and international operations in addition to a skilled at-home workforce. For more information, or to inquire about OutPLEX's expert services, visit http://www.outplex.com.
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"The impacts of this outbreak have already begun to show in industries around the world. Increasing work-at-home support will enable us to provide industry leading support to those brands affected," OutPLEX CEO, Jim Ryan.




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LIVONIA, MICH. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
RevSpring, the leading provider of healthcare financial engagement and payment solutions, today announced PersonaPay, its next generation payment portal delivering a personalized payment experience for every patient. With PersonaPay, providers are sure to Fit the Payment to the Patient - balancing empathy for patients while maintaining the best payment outcomes pre- and post-service.
Powered by an advancement in propensity to pay modeling that increases payment predictability through Vu Predict, PersonaPay lets healthcare providers precisely tailor the payment experience for every patient, ensuring consistency at every touchpoint, through every communication channel, to improve patient and provider outcomes.
"We know we can help providers improve cash flow and collections by driving the best patient payment outcomes early in the engagement," said Steve Callis, president of payments at RevSpring. "Whether it is a payment in full, tailored payment plans, or financial assistance, PersonaPay provides the tools necessary to achieve a higher rate of patients fulfilling their financial obligations."
PersonaPay also allows for healthcare providers' customer services teams to easily access the exact payment options offered to the patient, as well as current account detail and payment activities across all channels between billing cycles. This eliminates any guesswork for the treatment a rep should offer when working with their patients. Dynamic scripting at their fingertips gives your personnel the insight they need to guide financial conversations for each patient.
Highlights include: 

Secure environment without requiring username and passwords

Clear payment options tailored to each patient's unique needs

Easily set-up and manage self-serve payments, payment plans, electronic statement delivery, and payment preferences

Modern and responsive design using human factors for intuitive interactions

Seamless integration with RevSpring's eVoke OmniChannel engagement solutions, including the new eVoke Automate

Text-to-pay with one click from a stored card

Integrated Merchant Services for a complete payment solution, including settlement reconciliation

Integrated Voice of the Patient Surveys

ADA Compliant to promote inclusion

Integrates flexibly with major EMR solutions, such as Epic, Cerner and MedHost

"As a PersonaPay early adopter client, we were really impressed with how the RevSpring team worked to create an intuitive product and great customer experience", said Trent Lienau, Sr. System Analyst at Broadlawns Medical Center. "The portal has greatly increased our ability to provide more self-service options for our clients. Our favorite features include those that allow us to offer unique options to our patients including prompt-pay discounts, payment plans, and to easily retrieve electronic statements."    
PersonaPay is part of an integrated One Patient, One Voice solution that RevSpring is unveiling in a series of announcements. This includes Vu Predict, announced last week, an advancement in propensity to pay modeling that increases predictability at more touchpoints throughout the patient payment journey to increase payments.
With the cancellation of the 2020 HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition this week, RevSpring is showcasing this and other new products on their HIMSS AT HOME Digital Booth Experience. Visit tinyurl.com/RS-HIMSS-Digital-Booth and learn how precise personalization impacts patients throughout their healthcare financial journey.
About RevSpring 
RevSpring leads the market in financial communications and payment solutions that inspire patients to pay. The company has built the industry's most comprehensive and impactful suite of patient engagement, OmniChannel communications and payment solutions backed by behavior analysis, propensity-to-pay scoring, contextual messaging, and user experience best practices. Using proprietary data analytics to tailor the engagement from pre-service to post-service, we improve the financial experience and outcomes for providers and their patients. To learn more, visit revspringinc.com/healthcare.

"We know we can help providers improve cash flow and collections by driving the best patient payment outcomes early in the engagement," said Steve Callis, president of payments at RevSpring



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Key New NEPC Review Takeaway: Report creatively builds a mountain of speculation into claimed economic benefits from an expanded school voucher plan.

BOULDER, COLO. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
A recent report from the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty (WILL) claims a chain of benefits will purportedly follow if the current cap on voucher enrollment for the state of Wisconsin is increased. It describes a "ripple effect of economic benefits that will reverberate throughout the state."
William J. Mathis, Managing Director of the National Education Policy Center at the University of Colorado Boulder, reviewed Ripple Effect: How Expanding School Choice Programs Can Lead to More College Graduates and a Stronger Economy. He found a "failing of logic" in how this ripple effect would actually occur.
The report presumes a causal chain of: raising the voucher cap from 4% to 20% → more voucher students in K-12 schools → higher graduation rates from college → higher lifetime earnings → more consumer spending → increased state and local taxes collected. The resulting benefits to Wisconsin are asserted to be $3.2 billion over 20 years. The final three steps are based on solid research, although the specific numbers are in some dispute. That is, when students graduate from college, they will have higher average incomes and will spend more, and pay more taxes, over their lifetimes. The numbers get complicated, however, when we start to consider factors like job market opportunities that can accommodate the increased percentage of college graduates.
The real problem with the analysis, however, lies in the first two steps. As Mathis explains, these steps are highly speculative and are based on very skimpy evidence.
First, raising voucher cap may not drive much of an increase in voucher students, since less than one percent of Wisconsin's districts currently reach the 4% voucher cap. That is, there appears to be very little demand-side need for the voucher-growth initiative. Even more troubling is the report's reliance on one problematic study for its key argument that voucher use leads to a specific determined increase in graduation rates from four-year colleges (a 38% increase).
Adding to these problems, the trumpeted dollar figure in the report literally doesn't add up. Lifting the voucher cap, readers are told, will generate a $3.2 billion increase in consumer spending and personal gains. But the figures presented in the report come up exactly $91 million short of $3.2 billion. This is undoubtedly just arithmetic carelessness (and it's not clear which figures are the source of the error), but does further undermine one's faith in the research.
In addition to Mathis' explanation that the report's causal links are weakly explained and lacking in support, he points to other prominent unaddressed issues: social stratification, inequitable selection effects, the cost of running two school systems, and the effects of the vouchers on learning. For all of these reasons, Mathis explains, the report offers no assistance to policymakers or others.
Find the review, by William J. Mathis, at: 
https://nepc.colorado.edu/thinktank/ripple-effect
Find Ripple Effect: How Expanding School Choice Programs Can Lead to More College Graduates and a Stronger Economy, written by Will Flanders and published by the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty, at: 
http://www.will-law.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/will-ripple-effect-v3.pdf
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Glucose Buddy. Fooducate. MyFitnessPal. When it comes to diabetes mellitus, there certainly are apps for that, but still no silver bullet to cure it, despite all the ongoing research, says Ashish Sharma MD, a Yuma, Arizona-based specialist in internal medicine, referring to a recent explosion in mobile-phone apps to help millions of patients manage the chronic disorder.
Why the disease defies biological solution is likely due to its complexity, since the name itself – diabetes -- actually refers to a composite of disorders with varying causes and treatment approaches, Dr. Sharma says. But all these variants have one thing in common – interference with the body's ability to process blood glucose, allowing this sugar to build up in the bloodstream -- and they are impacting some 415 million people globally, experts say. In fact, diabetes is considered among the top seven most lethal disorders.
Glucose is the necessary fuel for the body's tissues, muscles and brain, Dr. Sharma explains, but in too high of levels in the blood, it can lead to serious and life-threatening complications, among them heart attack, stroke, kidney failure requiring dialysis, blindness and nerve damage that can result in limb amputations. Recent research also has suggested that patients with diabetes may have a higher risk of developing dementia, especially Alzheimer's disease, and certain kinds of cancers.
In type 1 diabetes, the body's immune system stops or significantly slows availability of insulin – a hormone produced by the pancreas to help move glucose into cells – by attacking the pancreatic islet cells responsible for producing it. In type 2, the body's cells no longer effectively respond to insulin.
Specific causes of type 1 diabetes, the second most frequently occurring form of the disease, remain unknown, although genetic factors are believed to play a role, says Dr. Sharma. A person's weight is not considered a risk for developing type 1.
Type 2 diabetes is, by far, the most common – and preventable -- variant of the disease. It is most often linked to environmental and lifestyle factors, especially obesity, Dr. Sharma says. 
General symptoms of both types -- 1 and 2 -- include unexplained weight loss, increased thirst and hunger, frequent urination, fatigue, irritability – even blurred vision.
Other, less common forms of the disorder are gestational diabetes, affecting women in pregnancy when their bodies become less responsive to insulin and oftentimes resolving after a woman has given birth, and monogenic diabetes, which is linked to a gene mutation and usually develops in children or teenagers, Dr. Sharma says.
In a 2018 study published in the journal Diabetes Care, scientists also describe a hybrid form of the disease – type 1.5 or latent autoimmune diabetes -- which affects adults, has elements of both type 1 and 2 forms of the disease, initially does not require treatment with insulin and is often misdiagnosed as type 2.
Dr. Sharma warns that diabetes is reaching epidemic proportions both in the United States and in countries worldwide. He points to a 2018 University of Iowa study, published in the British Medical Journal, indicating that an estimated 10 percent of American adults have been diagnosed with diabetes, the majority of them – more than 91 percent – with type 2.
Not included in the count are millions of undiagnosed diabetes cases – one in five Americans are unaware they have diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) -- and another 88 million U.S. adults who have prediabetes, a condition characterized by high blood-sugar levels that are just below the threshold for type 2 diabetes.
Prediabetes has few, if any, noticeable symptoms, which is why 80 percent of individuals with the condition do not even know they have it, Dr. Sharma says. He suggests taking a prediabetes test by going to the CDC site: https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/risktest/index.html.
Lifestyle improvements that include regular exercise, proper weight maintenance, good nutrition, and avoidance of smoking and heavy alcohol consumption represent the surest road to staying healthy generally and preventing type 2 diabetes specifically, Dr. Sharma says. He also recommends that persons with diabetes risk factors like advanced age and family history of the disease undergo regular blood testing.
"Type 2 diabetes can oftentimes be effectively managed with a combination of medication and lifestyle changes, especially if diagnosed early in its development," Dr. Sharma states. "Not surprisingly the rising incidence of diabetes parallels the increasing number of people considered obese."
Although type 1 diabetes is not preventable because it is an autoimmune disorder in which genetics plays a role, improved lifestyle can also help type 1 patients more effectively manage their glucose levels and avoid some of the serious complications of the disease, Dr. Sharma says.
Meanwhile, Dr. Sharma offers these tips for controlling – or preventing – diabetes: 

Get off the couch and exercise – preferably at least 30 minutes daily.

Make health eating choices and limit food portions. Snack on fruits and vegetables – not high-fat, high-carbohydrate foods.

Manage blood pressure. High blood pressure is a risk factor for diabetes.

Keep body mass index within the desired range for age, height and frame.

Do not smoke. Smokers have a 30 percent to 40 percent higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Socialize. Researchers indicate that people who are lonely are more prone to type 2 diabetes.

And, in today's high-tech-electronics world, "if an app helps, use it," Dr. Sharma says.

Ashish Sharma MD is a board-certified internal medicine specialist, who works as a hospitalist at the Yuma (Arizona) Regional Medical Center.

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Caring Transitions' team helps with decluttering, organizing, packing, moving, resettling, in-home estate sales and online auctions, estate clearing and preparing homes for market. Blanton's recognition honors her ability to adapt her business to her clients' changing needs as well as her own perseverance.

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
In the almost nine years since Charlene Blanton opened Caring Transitions of Myrtle Beach, she has gone through many of the same experiences as her clients – from emergency moves to having to cope with the cleaning out of a loved one's home – and those experiences have helped her make her business stronger. Now, in recognition of her ability to adapt her business to her clients' changing needs and her own perseverance, Caring Transitions' national franchise team has recognized Blanton with the Caring Transitions Bruce Treadway Pioneer Spirit Award.
The Bruce Treadway Pioneer Spirit Award is named after Caring Transitions' very first franchisee, Bruce Treadway, who helped build the franchise into the national Franchise 500 ranked business it is today. Blanton's award was presented at the company's national conference on February 4, 2020.
"Charlene's Pioneer spirit is not simply a one-time occurrence. Over her many years with Caring Transitions, Charlene has not only evolved with the brand but has championed change that has had a lasting impact on the network and most importantly, our clients. I'm pleased to present this award to Charlene and her team," Caring Transitions Ray Fabik said.
Caring Transitions' specially-trained professionalshandle decluttering, organizing, packing, moving, resettling, in-home estate sales, online auctions, estate clearing and preparing homes for market. This senior-focused relocation and estate-sale services company serves the Grand Strand, from Georgetown, South Carolina, to Southport, North Carolina.
"In almost 9 years of being a Caring Transitions owner, we have had to continuous adapt our business so as to serve our client-family's needs by better understanding what they are going through and wrapping our arms around their unique circumstances so we can provide a solution that fits their needs, goals and expectations. We constantly look at how to serve our clients and how to say 'YES' to getting them smoothly and seamlessly through one the of the most overwhelming, difficult times a family can face. We are mountain movers, stress relievers, hand holders, stuff purveyors, chaos managers, dot connectors... we strive to be their most trusted resource," Blanton said.
Caring Transitions' services are perfect for managing the many aspects of a senior move, including assisting with the process of "right"-sizing to provide a safer living situation, as well as for busy families and people coping with the clearing out the home of a loved one who has moved into assisted care or passed away. All of Caring Transitions' services are customizable, so clients choose the solution that best fits their needs.
"Over the years my family has faced many of the very same triggering, overwhelming, stressful events our clients face: the sudden illness of a grandparent, an emergency move, what to do with family treasures when you live 8 hours away, not knowing who to trust or how to even get started. Those experiences have helped me truly see how Caring Transitions is a total solution for families, a trusted resource and an experienced team of professionals who can support families through the process of a sometimes daunting transition. Caring Transitions is a comprehensive, seamless, trusted and less-stressful solution," Blanton said.
For Blanton, the success of Caring Transitions locally and nationally comes down to three things – the service provided by individual franchisees and their teams, the Caring Transitions corporate office and the franchise family working together.
"We are truly better together and this could not work without all the players, including our hard-working, compassionate Myrtle Beach team who never stop looking for solutions; our Caring Transitions corporate office, who provide a strong backbone and an open door for support and innovation; and our Caring Transitions franchisee family for sharing their best practices and experiences and are always working together to strengthen our brand," Blanton added.
Caring Transitions of Myrtle Beach is a member of NASMM, CRTS certified, and fully insured. All employees background checked. For additional information, call 843-997-5088, email CBlanton@CaringTransitions.com or visit http://www.caringtransitionsmyrtlebeach.com.

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Charlene's Pioneer Spirit is not simply a one-time occurrence. Over her many years with Caring Transitions, Charlene has not only evolved with the brand but has championed change that has had a lasting impact on the network and most importantly, our clients. - Caring Transitions President Ray Fabik



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As Flu Season Rages On, Amerisleep's Research Examines Relationship Between Sleep Hygiene & Illnesses

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
With World Sleep Day — which was established to celebrate the many benefits of healthy sleep — just days away, new research from Amerisleep's Sleep Science team looks at how Americans' sleep hygiene is impacting their wellness this flu season. The study found that only 38% of Americans report getting the recommended 7-8 hours of sleep per night, and 1-in-5 Americans acknowledge that a lack of sleep often leads to them developing an illness.
While Coronavirus is rightfully commanding the headlines, the flu (or influenza as it's known in medical circles) caused over 647,000 hospitalizations and 61,200 deaths in the U.S. last season. This season, the flu has already caused over 10,000 deaths, including an unprecedented 105 deaths amongst children.
With sleep widely acknowledged for its preventative and restorative qualities when it comes to illnesses, findings from the Amerisleep 'Flu Season & Sleep' study show that not all demographics are getting the recommended dose of Zzz's. Even more cause for concern, the findings — which resulted from surveying 1,000 individuals (ages 18+) living in the U.S. — illustrates a significant disparity amongst income brackets when it comes to receiving flu vaccines.
"Counting on a restful night's sleep is vital to a person's physical and mental health," said McKenzie Hyde, a Certified Sleep Science Coach and member of Amerisleep's Sleep Science team. "It's concerning to see the disparity in the amount of lower-income families not choosing to receive a flu shot, which raises the importance for people to understand the affordable access they have to the vaccine. Equally important to understand are the added benefits sleep provides when it comes to helping the body fight off and recover from illness."
Other highlights from the report, include: 

Generation Z, which still counts some teenagers among its ranks, was the most likely generation (42%) to get the recommended amount of sleep per night.

68% of Americans say that lack of sleep at least sometimes leads to them developing an illness.

Those that are chronically sleep-deprived (less than 4 hours of sleep per night) were much more likely to say they have already had the flu this season. Only 16% of respondents that averaged more than 4 hours of sleep per night said they've had the flu so far this season, while 31% of those that average less than 4 hours of sleep per night said they've had the flu this season.

18% of U.S. adults report that they have had the flu already this flu season, with millennials slightly more likely (22%) than the general population to say they've already had it since November 2019.

49% of Americans followed through with their plans to get a flu shot, in line with a survey by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) in September of 2019 that found 52% of American adults planned to get a flu shot this flu season.

Findings illustrate a wealth divide in fighting the flu. Only 40% of the U.S. population living within households with less than $50,000 in annual income report receiving a flu shot this season, compared to 55% residing in households reporting more than $50,000 income receiving one.

To learn more about all things sleep from a certified sleep expert and experienced sleep professionals, visit the Sleep Science research guide center.
Amerisleep 
Amerisleep, in business since 2006, retails highly-rated memory foam and hybrid mattresses, adjustable beds and related accessories. The company defines itself by exclusively offering American-made, environmentally-sustainable products at competitive prices. For more information about Amerisleep's mattresses and other offerings, visit Amerisleep.com. 

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"Counting on a restful night's sleep is vital to a person's physical and mental health. It's concerning to see the disparity in the amount of lower-income families not receiving a flu shot, which raises the importance for people to understand the affordable access they have to the vaccine."



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Cleaning experts from The Maids offer tips to protect your family.

OMAHA, NEB. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring the coronavirus outbreak in addition to the seasonal flu. It reports the flu vaccines for this year have been updated to better match circulating flu viruses and offers information to help protect your family from respiratory diseases, such as the flu and coronavirus, on its website. The Maids, armed with the muscle of Mr. Clean, offers these tips to cut down on the spread of germs in your home to aid in keeping your family happy and healthy. 

Get a flu shot. According to the CDC, this is still the strongest defense against the influenza virus, and it's not too late.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick and stay home when you are sick.

Wash your hands frequently with warm soapy water. Scrub for at least 20 seconds. Have young children? Have them sing the ABCs while they scrub for a fun way to pass the time. Carry hand sanitizer with you for those times you can't wash with soap and water.

Regularly properly disinfect commonly touched surfaces in your home such as phones, doorknobs, remotes, and light switches on a regular basis. Germs can live on surfaces for up to 48 hours.

Wash items such as towels and bedding regularly with hot water to kill germs. If someone in the home is sick, be sure to wash these items before they are shared.

If someone in your home has been ill, it's a good idea to give your whole house a deep scrubbing, making sure to disinfect all hard surfaces where germs might live.

The Maids, the exclusive cleaning partner of Mr. Clean, uses its proprietary, Healthy Touch Deep Cleaning System to ensure a healthy cleaning process and provide the families we service with the cleanest, healthiest living environment possible. The Healthy Touch cleaning system is a 22-step process that combines healthy cleaning products and strict attention to detail. This along with our HEPA filtered back pack vacuums leave our customer's homes clean and healthy.
Let The Maids help your family fight illnesses and schedule a deep cleaning for your home. For more information, and to find the office nearest you, visit http://www.maids.com.
About The Maids: 
Exclusive partner of Mr. Clean and known for its 22-Step Healthy Touch Deep Cleaning System, The Maids is the only franchised residential cleaning service to clean for health, combining environmentally preferable cleaning supplies and state-of-the-art equipment with a methodical process to maintain the healthiest living environment possible for families. Trust your home to the team that's trusted by Mr. Clean. Visit The Maids (http://www.maids.com) for more information.

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Between your family's vigilant hygiene habits and our thorough cleaning process, we can team up to help you fight illnesses and keep your family healthy through every season.

The Maids offers these tips to cut down on the spread of germs in your home to aid in keeping your family happy and healthy. Let The Maids help your family fight illnesses and schedule a deep cleaning for your home.



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The New England College of Optometry (NECO) and Medical Optometry of America (MOA), the first national optometric brand in the country focused on medical eye care, announced today that they have entered into a unique collaboration with the goal of providing new graduates and residents exposure to medical optometry through an innovative practice model.

BOSTON (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
The New England College of Optometry (NECO) and Medical Optometry of America (MOA), the first national optometric brand in the country focused on medical eye care, announced today that they have entered into a unique collaboration with the goal of providing new graduates and residents exposure to medical optometry through an innovative practice model.
"As the optometry field changes and new practice models emerge, we strongly believe that as an educational institution we need to provide students with a diversity of experiences in clinical environments that best prepares them for tomorrow's optometry," states Howard Purcell, OD, NECO President and CEO. "Working with MOA, not only do we offer more options for graduates, NECO will also have early insight into emerging practice models."
"Our profession is undergoing tremendous transformation with significant financial pressures from a growing number of non-traditional competitors. At the same time, the aging population is accelerating demand for medical eye care and yet most patients and their primary physicians don't know they can access this level of care from Optometric Clinicians. These dynamics represent an opportunity and I believe the collaboration between NECO and MOA offers tremendous upside potential for NECO graduates and the Optometric Profession as a whole," states Jim Thimons, OD and MOA's Chief Medical Officer.
For NECO, the affiliation creates opportunities for post-graduate training and practice in medical optometry at MOA's sites. Together, the organizations will also explore the potential of developing a digital education platform to expand high quality continuing education programs for optometrists throughout the country.
Optometrists entering the field today can opt to work in a variety of different practice models that were rarely seen just a decade ago. Today, optometrists can practice in a multitude of settings, from private practice to national retail companies to startups. The change is not without notice. Representatives from every sector of the eye care industry gathered in November at the New England College of Optometry to share expertise and discuss the evolving nature of eye care and the implications for how optometric education and the optometric profession can benefit from working together in unique partnerships.
About Medical Optometry America 
Medical Optometry America (MOA) is a marketing and management company created to catalyze change in the optometric profession by providing a turnkey system for forward-thinking optometrists to shift more completely to a sustainable medical model. The first national optometric brand in the country focused on medical eye care, MOA provides independent optometrists the opportunity to participate in a brand and practice management system that stands for exceptional medical eye care and inspires consumer confidence and demand for those services. Practices joining the MOA System will be positioned for future growth, with the marketing muscle to stay competitive in a rapidly changing environment. Visit http://www.medodamerica.com to learn more.
About New England College of Optometry 
New England College of Optometry is an independent graduate college of optometry that educates students for careers in eye care delivery, research and education. Founded in 1894, NECO is the oldest continuously operating school of optometry in the country and was the first to develop a network of clinical affiliations for clinical training. We challenge students to think creatively about vision and sight and to contribute to the future of the field. In doing so, we provide quality optometric care to more than 150,000 individuals annually and serve the community through a network of health care organizations and access to vision screenings. http://www.neco.edu

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"Working with MOA, not only do we offer more options for graduates, NECO will also have early insight into emerging practice models," states Howard Purcell, OD, NECO President and CEO



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