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PharmaPoint is proud to announce that Dave Wojczynski, president of TransUnion Healthcare, has been added as the newest member of its board.

BIRMINGHAM, ALA. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
PharmaPoint is proud to announce that Dave Wojczynski, president of TransUnion Healthcare, has been added as the newest member of its board. Wojczynski brings more than two decades of industry experience to the leadership team.
"As we continue to grow and diversify, the input of experienced leaders is priceless," says Mike Plaia, PharmaPoint Chairman and CEO. "I have known and worked with Dave for years. His ability to speak candidly and make decisions in a timely manner are just two of his attributes I most admire. Those, coupled with his unwavering commitment to excellence, make him a perfect addition to our leadership team."
Before serving in his current role, Wojczynski served as senior vice president and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of TransUnion Healthcare, in which he was responsible for leading the operations and service delivery teams. Prior to joining TransUnion, Wojczynski served as COO for DAXKO, a member-based health and wellness industry software and payments provider.
"I am honored to serve as a board member for PharmaPoint," says Wojczynski. "This company is doing significant things to disrupt the ever-changing landscape of healthcare. To have the opportunity to collaborate with a visionary team that pushes the limit on what can be done to improve a patient's overall healthcare experience is exciting!"
Wojczynski has also held senior positions at Emageon, a diagnostic imaging software business, SourceMed, the leading provider of ambulatory surgery center software solutions, and General Electric. He received his Bachelor of Science degree at the United States Military Academy at West Point and his Master of Business Administration degree from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. Wojczynski also serves on the board for VisitPay, an online patient financial engagement platform company.
About PharmaPoint 
PharmaPoint is an innovative, technology-enabled pharmacy management and software company. Through the management of outpatient retail pharmacies for hospitals, health systems and physician groups, our commitment to completing the care continuum results in improved patient health and satisfaction, reduced healthcare costs, and provides clients with a source of ancillary income. Additionally, XchangePoint, our proprietary integrated workflow management system supporting medication management across care transitions, is designed for pharmacy and care team members to drive medication optimization for at-risk patients in the acute, post-acute and ambulatory care settings. PharmaPoint has been recognized as one of the most innovative, inspiring and fastest growing private companies for six consecutive years (2013-2018) by Inc. Magazine. Headquartered in Birmingham, Ala., we are currently managing pharmacies across the United States. For more information about our company, please visit http://www.pharmapoint.com.
About TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) 
TransUnion is a global information and insights company that makes trust possible in the modern economy. We do this by providing a comprehensive picture of each person so they can be reliably and safely represented in the marketplace. As a result, businesses and consumers can transact with confidence and achieve great things. We call this Information for Good. TransUnion Healthcare, a wholly owned subsidiary of TransUnion, makes mutual trust possible between patients, providers, and payers by helping them navigate payment uncertainty. Our Revenue Protection solutions leverage comprehensive data, accurate insights and industry expertise to engage patients early, ensure earned revenue gets paid and optimize payment strategies. TransUnion Healthcare helps over 1,850 hospitals and 550,000 physicians collectively recover more than $1.2 billion annually in revenue. A leading presence in more than 30 countries across five continents, TransUnion provides solutions that help create economic opportunity, great experiences and personal empowerment for hundreds of millions of people. http://www.transunionhealthcare.com

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To have the opportunity to collaborate with a visionary team that pushes the limit on what can be done to improve a patient's overall healthcare experience is exciting!



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ORTHO Sera ID-MTS Antigen Phenotyping Cleared on ORTHO VISION Platforms in United States and Canada

RARITAN, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, a global leader of in vitro diagnostics dedicated to improving and saving lives through innovative laboratory solutions, announced its ORTHOTM Sera, ID-MTS, a suite of extended antigen in a gel testing format used for blood phenotyping for patients in need of transfusion, is cleared to run on ORTHO VISION and ORTHO VISION Max in the United States and Canada. The clearances allow testing for more than 99 percent of the most commonly tested blood group antigens to be performed on one platform, driving greater value and efficiency.
The suite was cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use on the ORTHO VISION Analyzer in October 2019, and for use on the ORTHO VISION Max in January 2020. The suite received Health Canada approval in January 2020.
Watch a video on how Sera works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wL2oVvFXhsY.
"Ortho Clinical Diagnostics is proud to offer our laboratory partners solutions that help them quickly test donor blood for the most-needed phenotypes and confidently provide it to patients in need of transfusion," said Bob Stowers, head of Ortho's transfusion medicine product portfolio. "With the ability to analyze the most commonly tested antigens on a single ORTHO VISION system and results in under 25 minutes, lab teams are better equipped to help clinicians focus on what matters most—treating their patients."
During pre-transfusion testing, lab professionals routinely encounter complex patient samples that require extended antigen typing. These patients have developed atypical antibodies to blood group antigens and require additional testing to find compatible blood.
Its antisera additive approach means customers always have the appropriate reagents available and allows extended phenotyping to be personalized according to patient needs—reducing waste and enhancing efficiency.
With end-to-end full automation on the ORTHO VISION and ORTHO VISION Max analyzers, ORTHO Sera minimizes the potential for human error—improving safety—and provides consistent, reliable results while freeing up lab professionals to focus on value-added tasks.
The 13 ORTHO Sera reagents available in the U.S. and Canada on the ORTHO VISION Analyzer and ORTHO VISION Max include Anti-D (DVI), Anti-D (IAT), Anti-Fya, Anti-Fyb, Anti-Jka, Anti-Jkb, Anti-K, Anti-Lea, Anti-Leb, Anti-N, Anti-P1, Anti-S, Anti-s.
For more information, visit https://www.orthoclinicaldiagnostics.com/en-us/home/ortho-sera.
About Ortho Clinical Diagnostics
Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, a global leader of in vitro diagnostics dedicated to improving and saving lives through innovative laboratory solutions, serves the clinical laboratory and immunohematology communities.
Ortho's high-quality products and services help hospitals, hospital networks, blood banks and labs in more than 125 countries and territories deliver consistently fast, accurate, and reliable results that allow clinicians to make better-informed treatment decisions.
Ortho's lab solutions provide sophisticated testing technologies, automation, information management and interpretation tools to clinical laboratories to help them run more efficiently and effectively and improve patient care.
Ortho's blood typing products help ensure every patient receives blood that is safe, the right type and the right unit.
Why does Ortho continue to innovate and provide industry-changing solutions? Because every test is a life.
For more information about Ortho's solutions and services, visit http://www.orthoclinicaldiagnostics.com, or visit Ortho on social media: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

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Ortho Sera

Ortho Clinical Diagnostics is proud to offer our laboratory partners solutions that help them quickly test donor blood for the most-needed phenotypes and confidently provide it to patients in need of transfusion.



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RAM Technologies solution, HEALTHsuite Advantage, provides advanced functionality for value based benefits.

FORT WASHINGTON, PA. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
RAM Technologies, Inc., the perennial leader in the development of enterprise software for healthcare payers administering Medicare Advantage and Special Needs plans, is proud to announce the value based benefit capabilities available with HEALTHsuite Advantage and Medicare Advantage-in-a-Box. The advanced functionality provides health plans with the tools they need to participate in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' (CMS) Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID) model.
The advanced value based benefits processing capabilities available with HEALTHsuite Advantage and Medicare Advantage-in-a-Box enable health plans to identify patients who are eligible for the program and then adjust their patient responsibility accordingly. The system provides functionality to identify specific co-payments, coinsurance and / or deductibles that can be waived for patients participating in pre-defined initiatives. VBID functionality includes the ability to reduce cost shares and add supplemental benefits for enrollees with chronic conditions.
In 2020, CMS has expanded the scope of the VBID model, allowing for more health plans to participate including special needs plans (D-SNPs and I-SNPs). Additionally, the list of conditions has increased to include Chronic and Socioeconomic factors and the benefits have also been expanded to include telehealth and Social Determinants of Health (SDOH). 2020 has also seen the elimination of cost shares for high value services as well as disease specific Care Management programs.
In addition, 2021 will see even more changes to the VBID Model, including the incorporation of Hospice / End-of-Life Care which will require the ability to accurately identify members in coaching / disease management; waive the patient responsibility for procedures related to the coaching program; provide support for multiple benefit definitions; and more.
"The goal of the VBID program is to reduce overall costs and enhance the quality of care for beneficiaries. The VBID capabilities available with HEALTHsuite Advantage and Medicare Advantage-in-a-Box meet these needs and provide our clients with the ability to apply the program specific benefits to their membership," stated Robert A. Tulio, President of RAM Technologies. "Overall, the aim of the program is a complete modernization of the Medicare Advantage program and we are pleased to be able to provide our clients with the tools needed to achieve this objective."
RAM's offerings, HEALTHsuite Advantage and Medicare Advantage-in-a-Box, represent a revolution in the way health plans modernize their MA administrative infrastructure. The pre-configured solution deploys out-of-the-box, ready to administer 'Original Medicare', thereby slashing implementation durations, eliminating risk and greatly reducing costs. This RAM offering brings robust functions and features including all of the essential core capabilities and complete integration with CMS, and delivers them in a truly innovative fashion.
In addition to the enterprise capabilities provided by HEALTHsuite Advantage and Medicare Advantage-in-a-Box, RAM also makes available solutions from their strategic alliance partners, solutions to facilitate the management of population health, quality, cost containment, analytics and more. These combined solutions represent a one-stop-shop for all of a health plan's MA needs and the simplest solution for organizations looking to enter the MA market.
About RAM Technologies: 
RAM Technologies is the industry leader in helping organizations that are interested in starting a Medicare Advantage plan. Every day more and more people are asking, "How Do I Become a Medicare Advantage Health Plan?" We offer a step-by-step process to succeed. Whether you are a health system looking to transition to Medicare Advantageor a new entity looking for Steps to Succeed as a Medicare Advantage start-up, we can help. To learn more about launching a Medicare Advantage Plan, answering the question, "What do I need to do to start a Medicare Advantage Health Plan?" call (877) 654-8810 x 4 or visit http://www.ramtechinc.com.

Overall, the aim of the program is a complete modernization of the Medicare Advantage program and we are pleased to be able to provide our clients with the tools needed to achieve this objective.




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Designation Recognizes Dr. Parihar's Commitment to Exemplary Care, Extensive UroLift System Experience

PLEASANTON, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that Jaspreet Parihar, MD, City of Hope Urology in Lancaster, CA, has been designated as a UroLift Center of Excellence. The designation recognizes that Dr. Parihar has achieved a high level of training and experience with the UroLift System and demonstrated a commitment to exemplary care for men suffering from symptoms associated with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate.
Recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines, the FDA-cleared Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH. The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue.
The UroLift Center of Excellence program is designed to highlight urologists who are committed to educating their patients on BPH and the UroLift System as a treatment option and consistently seek to deliver excellent patient outcomes and experiences.
"We are pleased to recognize Dr. Jaspreet Parihar as a UroLift Center of Excellence for his commitment to providing consistent care to BPH patients using the UroLift System treatment," said Dave Amerson, president of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit. "This achievement has helped many patients experience durable, longterm relief from the burdensome symptoms of BPH while preserving sexual function*1,2."
Over 40 million men in the United States are affected by BPH, a condition that occurs when the prostate gland that surrounds the male urethra becomes enlarged with advancing age and begins to obstruct the urinary system. Symptoms of BPH often include interrupted sleep and urinary problems and can cause loss of productivity, depression and decreased quality of life.
Medication is often the first-line therapy for enlarged prostate, but relief can be inadequate and temporary. Side effects of medication treatment can include sexual dysfunction, dizziness and headaches, prompting many patients to quit using the drugs. For these patients, the classic alternative is surgery that cuts, heats or removes prostate tissue to open the blocked urethra. While current surgical options can be very effective in relieving symptoms, they can also leave patients with permanent side effects such as urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and retrograde ejaculation.
About the UroLift System
The FDA-cleared UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a minimally invasive transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue. Clinical data from a pivotal 206-patient randomized controlled study showed that patients with enlarged prostate receiving UroLift implants reported rapid and durable symptomatic and urinary flow rate improvement without compromising sexual function*1,2. Patients also experienced a significant improvement in quality of life. Over 100,000 men have been treated with the UroLift System in the U.S. Most common adverse events reported include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence. Most symptoms were mild to moderate in severity and resolved within two to four weeks after the procedure. The Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. The UroLift System is available in the U.S., Europe, Australia, Canada, Mexico and South Korea. Learn more at http://www.urolift.com.
About NeoTract | Teleflex Interventional Urology
A wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated, the Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our initial focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift System, a minimally invasive permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving normal sexual function*1,2. Learn more at http://www.neotract.com.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people's lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit http://www.teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow, Deknatel, Hudson RCI, LMA, Pilling, Rusch, UroLift and Weck – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose
For Teleflex Incorporated: 
Jake Elguicze, 610.948.2836 
Treasurer and Vice President, Investor Relations
Media: 
Nicole Osmer, 650.454.0504 nicole@healthandcommerce.com
*No instances of new, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction 
1. Roehrborn, J Urology 2013 LIFT Study 
2.McVary, J Sex Med 2016
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"We are pleased to recognize Dr. Jaspreet Parihar as a UroLift Center of Excellence for his commitment to providing consistent care to BPH patients using the UroLift System treatment," said Dave Amerson.



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The Board of Directors of the NAACP officially ratified a resolution stating that advocacy for mandatory plant-based meals in prisons and options for plant-based meals in K-12 schools and hospitals shall be a 2020 legislative priority for the NAACP. Further, it resolved that by the Fall 2021 school year, all K-12 schools, prisons and hospitals will implement the plant-based meal options or 100% plant-based meal program and that the K-12 meal options shall include whole meal options and not just "side dish" options for children, said meal plans shall include a high concentration of whole fruits and vegetables as grown.

ST. LOUIS (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
The Plantrician Project commends the NAACP for its commitment to supporting legislation that as it states "is consistent with data driven research regarding the health outcomes provided by plant-based meals and consistent with the California legislation which passed a mandatory plant-based meal option of K-12 schools and hospitals and mandated 100% plant-based meals in prisons to reduce the current recidivism rates"
While there's a mounting body of scientific evidence indicating that a nutrient rich, whole food, plant-based diet is capable of preventing and or reversing up to 80% of illnesses the current global population is facing today, the western diet, rich in saturated fat and low in fiber, is still by far the dietary norm. This is a fact reinforced by the NAACP resolution's citation of the U.S. Census Bureau's most recent health data that indicates heart disease, cancer and stroke, conditions significantly impacted by dietary lifestyle, were three of the top five causes of death of African Americans in 2016. While this statistic closely mirrors the American population as a whole, the NAACP's resolution further highlights alarmingly grim data indicating 1 in 100 black adults develop heart failure in their 30's and 40's, a rate that's 20x higher than similarly aged white men and women; and that heart failure among young black adults was more like that of white men and women in their 50's and 60's.    
"The legislation passed in California and New York, that mandates plant-based food availability in health, educational and penal institutions," says Scott Stoll, MD, board chairman and co-founder of The Plantrician Project "lays a critical foundation for the cultural and dietary lifestyle shift so critically needed to stem the growing burden of disease facing the world today. We commend the NAACP for its advocacy"
With this resolution, the NAACP joins a growing list of revered national health and advocacy institutions in recognizing the critical role that plant-based nutrition plays in reducing and burden of chronic disease our nation and world face. The American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Cancer Society, the American Dietetic Association, the American Diabetes Association, the American Heart Association, the United States Department of Agriculture, and the National Institutes of Health, all recommend a greater emphasis in the American diet on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes, which contain fiber and essential nutrients, including vitamins and minerals, but are low in fat and calories and contain no cholesterol.
The Plantrician Project is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation dedicated to educating, equipping and empowering our physicians, healthcare providers and other health influencers, with knowledge about the indisputable benefits of whole food plant-based nutrition. The Plantrician Project will be presenting the 8th Annual International Plant Based Nutrition Healthcare Conference (PBNHC), at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa, this September 11-14, 2020 in Palm Desert, CA. For more information visit http://www.plantricianproject.org.

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Legislation that mandates plant-based food availability in health, educational and penal institutions lays a critical foundation for the cultural and dietary lifestyle shift needed to stem the growing burden of disease facing the world today. We commend the NAACP for its advocacy.




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Being proactive in support of those serving in healthcare facilities is crucial to the organization

TAMPA, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Protecting employees and making it more convenient for them to take preventative measures while facing COVID-19 is a priority for Harmony Healthcare. Founder and CEO Christian Brown wants to reassure travel consultants who work on-site in healthcare facilities that the company considers their health as a top priority. He also wants to reimburse them the cost of their N95 masks.
"I am proud of the commitment made by our on-site staff," said Brown. "We urge an abundance of caution and hope this gesture supports our terrific employees."
Harmony Healthcare is closely monitoring how the spread of the virus is affecting its employees and the healthcare community. The company has preparedness plans in place to help protect both travel consultants who work on-site in healthcare facilities as well as corporate and remote teams.
"As we all know and are aware of the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19), Harmony Healthcare leadership wants you to know that we are doing everything we can to both protect our employees and work place to keep it safe and healthy and minimize the risk of disruption to our business," said Cindy Kell, Senior Director, Administration. "We want to reassure you that we are mindful of the situation and taking any precautions as needed."
All travel consultants seeking reimbursement can reach out to their recruiters. They will guide consultants through a simple 1-step process. Consultants can expect to receive their reimbursements on the paycheck after completing that process.
About Harmony Healthcare 
Harmony Healthcare, a human capital management company, provides a diverse range of nonclinical staffing and consulting solutions to healthcare organizations nationwide. The company's portfolio delivers quality solutions to empower healthcare organization success, enhance clinical and financial outcomes, and enable the transition to value-based healthcare. Harmony is a trusted partner to over 300 clients including 11 of the top 15 largest health systems in the nation, major academic health centers, hospitals, physician practices, payers, 9 of the 15 largest CPA firms, and the federal government.

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We urge an abundance of caution and hope this gesture supports our terrific employees.



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Grossmont Center and the City of La Mesa co-host a free bike safety and education event for children of all ages to learn the rules of the road.

LA MESA, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Promoting biking as a mode of transportation as well as recreation, Grossmont Center and the City of La Mesa are proud to co-sponsor a Bike Rodeo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 21. This free, family-friendly event gives children of all ages the opportunity to learn the rules of bicycle safety in a fun and relaxed setting with a superhero theme.
To participate, children should bring a bicycle and a helmet. A limited supply of free helmets are available for those who need one and are given out on a first come, first served basis. During the Bike Rodeo, children can hone essential skills such as braking, steering, and road awareness with the interactive and challenging obstacle course. Kids can also learn proper hand signals and the ABC check that should be done anytime they get on a bike. Local organizations will be on hand to provide resources and information on active transportation, health and wellness, and other subjects.
Families can enjoy music, snacks, and giveaways at the Bike Rodeo. Prizes will be awarded to the children with the best bike decoration and superhero costume, adding to the festive and lively atmosphere.
"It's a privilege to work with the City of La Mesa on such an important community initiative as this," says Trevor Moore, Grossmont Center's Director of Events and Marketing. "Riding on bikes with friends is one of the great joys of childhood, but it's important for kids to know all the rules, so they can be safe while still having fun."
The Bike Rodeo takes place at Grossmont Center's West Court, between Chuze Fitness and Fuddruckers. Free parking is available. For more information on the event, visit http://www.grossmontcenter.com/event/bike-rodeo/.
To learn more about Grossmont Center, visit http://www.grossmontcenter.com.
About Grossmont Center 
Grossmont Center is an outdoor shopping center in San Diego located at 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942. Grossmont Center is more than just a mall. It's an experience. With its outdoor setting, local, and national retail partners, restaurants, and year-round community events, Grossmont Center is where friendships are made, family bonds are strengthened, and memories are created. The Center is home to more than 100 unique stores, half of which are locally owned, 20 restaurants and a movie theater. Grossmont Center occupies 1 million square feet and is sure to have something in store for everyone! For more information, including hours of operation, visit http://www.grossmontcenter.com.

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Kids learn bike safety at the Bike Rodeo

Riding on bikes with friends is one of the great joys of childhood, but it's important for kids to know all the rules, so they can be safe while still having fun.




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The company will exhibit solutions for air handling and gas delivery at booth #412.

NEW HUDSON, MICH. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today they will be exhibiting at the 2020 Michigan Cannabis Expo held March 18-20, 2020 at the Frankenmuth Expo Center in Birch Run, Michigan.
The Michigan Cannabis Expo is Michigan's largest cannabis expo and features over 80,000 square feet of the top cannabis industry suppliers exhibiting the latest in cannabis production technology. The show features two days of expo hall networking and seminars lead by industry experts covering licensing, production, growing techniques, banking, hiring and more.
Exotic offers many solutions to support this growing industry including air & inert gas (CO2 & Nitrogen "N") handling/plumbing systems, stand-alone nitrogen generators, filtration products and other fluid connector solutions including fittings and ball valves. Many of Exotic's customers are requesting Parker Hannifin Transair Aluminum Air Pipe, which is known as the most advanced air, inert gas and vacuum aluminum air piping system on the market. The piping is available with Parker Hannifin's exclusive "voice of the machine" condition monitoring system which wirelessly monitors pressure, humidity, temperature and flow.
"Since legalization in 2018, we've been committed to supporting this emerging market." Mike Chapman, Business Unit Manager said. "Our air handling systems save time and money and delivers a much cleaner solution both cosmetically and at the point of use over traditional solutions. We assist customers with design, sizing, layout and systems are installed by our certified installers - all 100% backed with our exclusive factory authorized 10-year leak free warranty and are available 24/7."
"We are looking forward to meeting with show attendees to learn how we can help support their business growth goals." Steve Orlando, Vice President of Sales & Marketing said. "For over five decades, Exotic has supplied solutions to new, rapidly developing industries and we are excited about the opportunities that await us in this market."
Product representatives will be on-site at booth #412 to provide more information and answer questions. Please visit the company's website at http://www.exoticautomation.com for more information.
About Exotic Automation & Supply: Exotic Automation & Supply was founded in 1963 and has grown to become one of Parker Hannifin's largest distributors in the United States. Exotic's headquarters is located in New Hudson, Michigan. The company maintains full-service centers throughout Michigan & Indiana with locations in Ann Arbor, Freeland (Saginaw), Lansing, Taylor, Flint, Indianapolis, Jackson, Livonia, Noblesville, Rochester Hills, Shelby Township as well as at the main New Hudson complex. 

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Since legalization in 2018, we've been committed to supporting this emerging market." Mike Chapman, Business Unit Manager said.



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"In this day and age, healthcare and convenience should go hand-in-hand," said John Asfour, Chief Operations Officer at Bonsa Health. "Now, by joining together with ScriptDrop, they do—bridging the gap between what patients need to remain compliant with their medications and what they want in terms of convenience, cost savings, and service."
According to John Romano, Independent Pharmacy Sales Manager at ScriptDrop, the goals of the two companies align closely.
"We're excited to partner with Bonsa Health in this ongoing effort to battle prescription abandonment by implementing our delivery solution within their business model," Romano said. "So far, the effort has been amazing and shows a lot of promise as our team prepares for the nationwide rollout of the program."
ScriptDrop expedites prescription delivery by seamlessly connecting to a network of fully trained and screened professional couriers across all 50 states: and, integrating directly into the existing workflow of any partner pharmacy.
Romano described the ScriptDrop platform as the first to allow pharmacies to track chain-of-custody through delivery status updates and digital signatures in real-time. He also pointed out that the system's innovative technology "connects the dots" so that providers can focus on patient care, spend less time on administrative tasks, and save money across the board.
"On average, revenue for independent pharmacies has increased six-to-eight percent upon offering delivery services," Romano said. "In fact, ScriptDrop can reduce delivery costs by up to 14 percent, increasing ROI."
"At Bonsa, we only want the best for our patients," Asfour explained. "As such, we strive to reform healthcare services to make lives easier across the board, every day. Together with ScriptDrop, we're making it happen."
To learn more about Bonsa Health, visit http://www.bonsahealth.com.
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About Bonsa Health: Bonsa Health was designed to put patients at the center of the healthcare circle, giving them the ability to make better, more affordable prescription refill decisions. Built on a brand-new, technologically advanced "hub-style" framework, Bonsa operates at the intersection among medication manufacturers, prescribing physicians, and independent pharmacists to ensure that customers receive the medications they need at the most competitive prices available. Many Bonsa prescriptions qualify for free delivery via ScriptDrop within 3-hours of order placement. Learn more at http://www.bonsahealth.com.
About ScriptDrop: ScriptDrop's team of healthcare experts have revolutionized prescription delivery by seamlessly connecting pharmacies to a network of trained, professional couriers. Established in 2017, ScriptDrop partners with pharmacies, health systems, and couriers to ensure patients get their needed medication as safely and efficiently as possible. With delivery options across all 50 states, ScriptDrop is the first medication delivery program that integrates directly into the pharmacists' workflow in an effort to reduce medication abandonment and improve patient outcomes. ScriptDrop is based in Columbus, Ohio with a mission to help one billion patients, one prescription at a time. Visit https://scriptdrop.co/ for details.

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Bonsa Health joined forces with Script drop

Free same-day prescription delivery




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As documented in the new Technology for Aging Market Overview 2020 from Aging in Place Technology Watch, this market was sized by the Consumer Technology Association at $30 billion by 2022. Rising health costs and policy changes are driving care of older adults into the home, where personal care will be assisted or augmented by technology. The market of Technology for Aging includes categories of technology for engagement, health and wellness, safety, and learning and contribution of older adults and those who care for them. This 2020 Market Overview identifies key trends and changes for 2020 and adds 25 new offerings to its index of technology for these categories.

PORT SAINT LUCIE, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
In 2020, a modest category becomes mainstream. It took the aging of the baby boomers and the sheer size of the aging population to turn a 2009 market niche into a 2020 major market category. That category is less about products specifically designed for older adults as it is about the marketing of many existing offerings as useful to them. This includes smartphones, tablets, smart home technology, Voice First hardware and virtual assistants, and in-home sensors. Each of those devices is enabled for older adults by either more targeted marketing and packaging, enabling software, or bundling into solutions for in-home caregiving and/or healthcare.
The older adult market presents a challenge and an opportunity. Large players like Samsung, Amazon, and BestBuy see a market opportunity worth seizing. In 2020, Medicare Advantage plans began covering some in-home technology to help seniors remain independent – and the use of digital health technologies, including remote patient monitoring and remote consultation, continued to grow. During 2020, hearing technology advances, the emergence of hearables and changes in buying patterns will further disrupt that industry.

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

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Corpus Christi, Texas for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 12 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 Corpus Christi, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi. 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 Corpus Christi, Texas please visit https://www.help.org/drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-corpus-christi-tx/
2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Corpus Christi, Texas (in alphabetical order)
Bayview Behavioral Hospital 
6629 Wooldridge Road 
Corpus Christi, TX 78414 
361-986-8200
Brazos Place 
1103 North Avenue H 
Freeport TX, 77541 
979-233-3826
Counseling And Recovery Services 
4300 SPID # 3-3 
Corpus Christi, TX 78411 
361-814-8107
Driskill House 
1202 Hwy 87 North, PO Box 23 
Tulia, TX 79088 
806-995-4552
Laurel Ridge Treatment Center 
17720 Corporate Woods Drive 
San Antonio, TX 78259 
210-491-9400
Great Oaks Recovery Center 
11210 FM 102 
Egypt, Texas 77436 
877-793-2044
Shoreline Inc. 
1220 Gregory Street 
Taft, TX 78390 
361-528-3356
Springboard Center 
200 Corporate Drive 
Midland, Texas 79705 
432-620-0255
South Texas Substance Abuse Recovery Services 
907 Antelope Street 
Corpus Christi, TX 78401 
361-882-9979
The Treehouse 
6950 Shady Lane 
Scurry, Texas 
866-840-6487
Starlite Recovery Center 
230 Mesa Verde Dr. 
Center Point, TX 78010 
844-839-4895
The Wenholz House Corpus Christi 
1200 10th Street 
Corpus Christi Texas 78404 
361-452-0591
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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Columbia's Opioid Epidemic Prompts Growing Demand for Accessible and High-Quality Facilities

COLUMBIA, S.C. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Columbia, South Carolina for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 12 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 Columbia, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Columbia 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 Columbia. 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 Columbia, South Carolina please visit https://www.help.org/drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-columbia-sc/
2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Columbia, South Carolina (in alphabetical order)
ALPHA Behavioral Health Center 
298 East Blvd 
Chesterfield, SC 29709 
843-623-8153
Clarendon City Commission on Alcohol Treatment 
14 North Church Street 
Manning, SC 29102 
803-435-2121
Cornerstone 
603 Augusta Rd, PO Box 41 
Edgefield, SC 29824 
803-637-9336
Fairfield Behavioral Health Services 
178 US Hwy 321 Bypass 
N Winnsboro, SC 29180 
803-635-2335
Faith Home Christian Recovery 
144 Faith Home Road 
Greenwood, South Carolina 29649 
864-223-0694
Keystone Substance Abuse Services 
199 S. Herlong Ave., P.O. Box 4437 
Rock Hill, SC 29732 
803-324-1800
Lighthouse Behavioral Health Hospital 
152 Waccamaw Medical Park Drive 
Conway, SC 29526 
843-284-7207
LRADAC 
2711 Colonial Drive 
Columbia, SC 29203 
803-726-9300
Phoenix Center 
PO Box 1948 
Greenville, SC 29602 
864-467-3790
Three Rivers Behavioral Health 
2900 Sunset Boulevard 
West Columbia, SC 29169 
803-796-9911
Turning Point of South Carolina 
24 Bruce Road 
Greenville, SC 29605 
864-299-0090
Waypoint Recovery Center 
5401 Netherby Lane, Suite 402 
North Charleston, SC 29420 
888-978-5188
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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Cleveland's Opioid Epidemic Prompts Growing Demand for Accessible and High-Quality Facilities.

CLEVELAND (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Cleveland, Ohio for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 28 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 Cleveland, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Cleveland 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 Cleveland. 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 Cleveland, Ohio please visit https://www.help.org/drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-cleveland-oh/
2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Cleveland, Ohio (in alphabetical order)
Arrowhead Behavioral Health 
1725 Timber Line Road 
Maumee, OH 43537 
888-604-0245
Bluffs 
2650 Lodge Road SW 
Sherrodsville, OH 44675 
888-481-7821
Catholic Charities Services Hispanic Program 
7911 Detroit Avenue 
Cleveland, OH 44102 
216-334-2900
Cleveland Christian Home, Inc. 
11401 Lorain Avenue 
Cleveland, OH 44111 
216-416-4277
Cleveland Treatment Center, Inc. 
1127 Carnegie Avenue 
Cleveland, OH 44115 
216-861-4246
Cleveland Department of Health – CenterPoint Treatment Program 
11100 Saint Clair Avenue 
Cleveland, OH 44108 
216-664-3891
Community Action Against Addiction 
5209 Euclid Avenue 
Cleveland, OH 44103 
216-881-0765
Community Assessment and Treatment Centers 
8411 Broadway Avenue 
Cleveland, OH 44105 
216-441-0200
FrontLine Service 
1744 Payne Avenue 
Cleveland OH 44114 
216-623-6555
Hitchcock Center for Women, Inc. 
1227 Ansel Road 
Cleveland, OH 44108 
216-421-0662
House of Hope, Inc. 
825 Dennison Avenue 
Columbus, OH 43215 
614-291-4691
Key Decisions/Positive Choices Inc 
3030 Euclid Avenue, Suite 312 
Cleveland, OH 44115 
216-391-0977
Lindner Center of HOPE 
4075 Old Western Row Road 
Mason, OH 45040 
513-536-4673
New Day Recovery 
960 Boardman-Canfield Road 
Youngstown, OH 44512 
330-886-4744
New Directions, Inc. 
30800 Chagrin Boulevard 
Cleveland, Ohio 44124 
216-591-0324
Northern Ohio Recovery Association 
1400 East 55th Avenue 
Cleveland OH 44103 
216-391-6672
Ohio Addiction Recovery Center 
1151 S High Street 
Columbus, OH 43206 
800-481-8457
Orca House, Inc. 
1905 E 89th Street 
Cleveland, OH 44106 
216-231-3772
Oriana House – Community Corrections and Treatment Center – Cleveland 
15 Federick Avenue 
Akron, OH 44310 
330-996-7730
Recovery Resources 
3950 Chester Avenue 
Cleveland, OH 44114 
216-431-4131
Rosary Hall 
2351 E 22nd Street 
Cleveland, OH 44115 
216-861-6200
SMART Recovery 
7304 Mentor Avenue Suite F 
Mentor, OH 44060 
440-951-5357
Stella Maris 
1320 Washington Avenue 
Cleveland, OH 44113 
216-781-0550
The Ed Keating Center 
2121 W 117th Street 
Cleveland, OH 44111 
216-472-1276
The Lantern Center for Recovery 
12160 Triskett Road 
Cleveland, OH 44111 
216-941-5005
The Recovery Village Columbus 
3964 Hamilton Square Boulevard 
Groveport, OH 43125 
614-362-1686
The Ridge Ohio 
25 Whitney Drive, Suite 120 
Milford, OH 45150 
513-434-3206
Women's Recovery Center 
6209 Storer Avenue 
Cleveland, OH 44102 
216-651-1450
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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Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Danvers, Massachusetts for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 6 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 Danvers, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Danvers 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 Danvers. 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 Danvers, Massachusetts please visit https://www.help.org/drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-danvers-ma/
2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Danvers, Massachusetts (in alphabetical order)
Addiction Treatment Center of New England 
77 Warren Street, Building 5 
Brighton, MA 02135 
617-254-1271
Bay Cove Human Services Chelsea ASAP Substance Abuse Programs 
66 Canal Street 
Boston, MA 02114 
617-371-3000
Fenway Community Health Center Substance Abuse Treatment Program 
142 Berkeley Street 
Boston, MA 02116 
617-247-7555
Granada House 
70 Adamson Street 
Allston, MA 02134 
617-254-2923
Lahey Behavioral Health CSS Program 
199 Rosewood Drive Suite 250 
Danvers, MA 01923 
978-968-1700
Whittier Street Health Center 
1290 Tremont Street 
Roxbury, MA 02120 
617-427-1000
ABOUT HELP.ORG 
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Allergan executive joins Cytonus as independent director.

SAN DIEGO (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Cytonus Therapeutics Inc. today announced that Manisha Narasimhan, Ph.D. has joined Cytonus' Board of Directors. Dr. Narasimhan is Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives, Portfolio Innovation and Investor Relations at Allergan, plc.
"On behalf of the Board of Directors of Cytonus, we are extremely pleased to welcome Manisha Narasimhan as an independent director," commented Christopher Thorne, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Cytonus. "Her extensive pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry experience, combined with her scientific training and capital markets experience, make her a strong addition to our Board. We look forward to her future contributions on behalf of our shareholders."
Dr. Narasimhan was recently ranked #1 by Institutional Investor for Best Investor Relations Professional, Best IR Team, and Best IR Program in the pharmaceuticals sector, according to the 2020 All-America Executive Team rankings. She has wide-ranging expertise as a scientist, a financial executive and a highly effective communicator. Prior to joining Allergan, Dr. Narasimhan led the investor relations group at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals. She was previously an equity research analyst covering biotechnology at Canaccord Genuity and Piper Jaffray. Dr. Narasimhan began her career as a strategic management consultant for biotechnology and life science clients at Campbell Alliance. She received her Ph.D. in molecular biology from New York University.
About Cytonus Therapeutics Inc.
Cytonus Therapeutics Inc. is a San Diego based biotech company that has developed a vast platform of proprietary immunotherapeutic products to treat a wide range of medical conditions including cancers, infectious diseases, inflammatory diseases and cognitive disorders, and to improve patient outcomes. Its proprietary Cargocyte technologies are next-generation biomolecular delivery devices which have numerous medical applications across unmet therapeutic areas. Cargocytes are engineered to safely transport a multiplicity of therapeutic payloads into difficult-to-reach targeted tissues, and can be programmed to deliver selective, potent, and controllable "off-the-shelf" therapies. Cytonus' vast platform of therapeutics and vaccines has the potential to improve the health and lives of people with life-threatening conditions. For more information, we invite you to visit the Cytonus website at https://cytonus.com. Please follow us on Cytonus on LinkedIn and on Twitter at: @CytonusTx.
Statements in this news release other than strictly historical facts, such as statements about Cytonus' plans and strategies, new and existing products and technologies, anticipated clinical and regulatory pathways, and markets for its products, are forward-looking statements. The words "believe," "expect," "aim," "anticipate," "estimate," "project," and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements that speak only as of the date hereof. Such statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from anticipated results due to many factors, including regulatory and development risks. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement. This news release is neither an offer to sell, nor the solicitation of any offer to purchase, any security.
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Allergan executive Manisha Narasimhan, PhD joins Cytonus' Board of Directors

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New DataPath whitepaper examines how third party administrators can spur HSA adoption and remedy the financial fears of employees

LITTLE ROCK, ARK. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
DataPath, Inc., a leading technology solutions provider for consumer directed healthcare benefits administration, has published a whitepaper titled, "How to Spur HSA Adoption and Ease the Financial Worries of Employees." The whitepaper examines why Health Savings Account (HSA) adoption has slowed and how third party administrators and benefits brokers can turn the trend around. The key, according to the whitepaper, is by focusing on the short- and long-term benefits of HSA ownership and the practical advantages of HSAs over other financial planning tools.
According to MetLife's 17th Annual U.S. Employee Benefit Trends Study, four of the top five financial concerns for employees revolve around healthcare and retirement. The whitepaper analyzes why a 401(k), while beneficial and widely accessible, is not ideal for combatting these concerns due to restricted usage, tax implications, and the long-term commitment. An HSA, however, offers greater tax benefits and flexibility for immediate or future usage.
"TPAs and brokers are uniquely positioned as subject matter experts to help their employer clients," says John Robbins, Jr., DataPath President and CEO. "To improve HSA adoption, you have to understand the root of people's concerns about their personal finances. Then it is easier to have practical conversations on how a high deductible health plan with an HSA functions."
Download "How to Spur HSA Adoption and Ease the Financial Worries of Employees" here.
About DataPath: DataPath, Inc. is a privately-owned company founded in 1984. Headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, DataPath creates administrative and financial technology solutions for CDH, HSA, COBRA and Billing management. The company is also an industry leader in employee education, with its multi-award winning benefits engagement program, The Adventures of Captain Contributor. For more information, visit dpath.com.



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Price Chopper/Market 32 and Advanced Diabetes Supply (ADS) announced today that the progressive New York-based supermarket chain with 82 pharmacies is the first in the Northeast to partner with the Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) supplier to offer a solution for CGM fulfillment for qualified Medicare Part B patients with a valid prescription.

CARLSBAD, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
It has been challenging and time consuming for patients to navigate eligibility requirements, and retail pharmacies across the nation have been unable to fill these life-changing devices for their Medicare patients with diabetes in a time efficient manner, leading patients to choose not to receive the device or experience delays in their care. Price Chopper/Market 32 pharmacies will provide the needed patient demographic information to ADS to begin the insurance verification and physician medical record analysis. Patients are contacted within 24 hours of consent to begin the intake process and receive their prescribed CGM and supplies at home, upon meeting CMS guidelines. The patient is regularly contacted by the method of their choice for updates, status and anticipated costs based on their insurance coverage.
"Real time blood glucose values are essential in the management of diabetes so that patients can work with their health care providers on making changes to their medication regimen, nutrition, or exercise to ultimately optimize blood glucose control. The partnership with Advanced Diabetes Supply provides our patients a solution for obtaining a Continuous Glucose Monitor. Our pharmacies continually see an increase in the demand for these products and are pleased to provide this connection with Advanced Diabetes Supply so patients with Medicare Part B insurance can seamlessly access these products," said Kathy Bryant, Price Chopper/Market 32's Vice President of Pharmacy.
Of the 82 Price Chopper/Market 32 pharmacies that are now servicing Medicare Part B patients for all CGMs via ADS, 53 are located in New York while 29 are spread across Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania and Vermont.
Shoppers also have access to the Diabetes AdvantEdge program to receive select diabetes medications at no charge, and the new "Know Your Colors" shelf tag nutritional labeling system, developed by Price Chopper's Senior Nutritionist, Ellie Wilson, MS, RDN. "Know Your Colors" will assist customers with quickly and easily identifying products that meet Carb Smart, Low Sodium and other nutrition criteria throughout the store. "Good nutrition is an important part of prevention and treatment of diabetes– "Know Your Colors" complements the outstanding resources in the Pharmacy, everyone benefits when it is easy to stay well. On the shelf tag and the website, "Know Your Colors" nutrition attributes guide shoppers to better choices that fit their lifestyle. It is a great timesaver and will help shoppers put nutritious and delicious on the same plate!" says Ellie Wilson.
"Medicare patients with diabetes have struggled to fulfill prescriptions for their life-changing CGMs while visiting retail pharmacies for years," said ADS President Tim Cady. "Our CGM solution provides the qualified Medicare patient with a valuable CGM that impacts their care while allowing the pharmacy team to operate within every day workflow. This streamlined process affords the patient an excellent customer experience at their pharmacy while eliminating the pharmacy's lengthy compliance verification process for every patient. We are proud to pioneer a solution that services both the patient and pharmacy staff alike with an innovative company like Price Chopper/Market 32."
About Advanced Diabetes Supply 
Founded in 2002 and located in Carlsbad, California, Advanced Diabetes Supply is the national leading distributor of Durable Medical Equipment specializing in diabetes supplies. ADS holds the most valued accreditations in the diabetes supply industry and employs over 300 representatives dedicated to leading our industry with innovation, knowledge, and an unparalleled commitment to exceeding service standards. With seventeen years of diabetes supply and CMS policy experience, ADS is expertly positioned to service Medicare Part B diabetic patients for all CGM products. For additional information, visit http://www.northcoastmed.com/
About the Golub Corporation 
Based in Schenectady, NY, the Golub Corporation owns and operates 133 Price Chopper and Market 32 grocery stores in New York, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. The American owned, family-managed company prides itself on longstanding traditions of innovative food merchandising, leadership in community service, and cooperative employee relations. Golub's 20,000 teammates collectively own more than 40% of the company's privately held stock, making it one of the nation's largest privately held corporations that is predominantly employee-owned. For additional information, visit http://www.pricechopper.com
Advanced Diabetes Supply Contact: Michael Carmody, VP Pharmacy Services 
Phone: 828-333-1859 
Email: mcarmody@northcoastmed.com
Price Chopper Contact: Mona Golub, VP Public Relations & Consumer Services, Price Chopper/Market 32 
Phone: 518-379-1480 
Email: monagolub@pricechopper.com

The partnership with Advanced Diabetes Supply provides our patients a solution for obtaining a Continuous Glucose Monitor.



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Innovative, revenue cycle partnership platform revcyclematch.com announces Ms. Barbara Tapscott as first chairperson.
Barbara Tapscott is currently the President of BMT Consulting Corp and is leading the healthcare consulting resource firm with experience in project management, revenue cycle assessment and strategy development, systems integration, business analytics, denials management (identification and prevention), and optimizing revenue cycle technology. Her laser focus is on reducing cost-to-collect with process standardization while improving revenue cycle quality and key performance indicators.
"We are thrilled to have Barbara Tapscott join the revcyclematch.com board as our first chairperson," says April Langford, Co-Founder and CEO of revcyclematch.com, "The experience and expertise Ms. Tapscott brings will continue to bolster the offerings we deliver to our users, bringing our vendors and users additional value and insight into the industry."
Most recently Ms. Tapscott was Vice President of Revenue Management for Geisinger Health in Danville, Pennsylvania where she managed end-to-end revenue cycle for Geisinger Pennsylvania hospitals and physician group practices. During her tenure at Geisinger, Ms. Tapscott and her team earned the HFMA MAP Award for Excellence in Revenue Cycle Management for eleven (11) consecutive years. Ms. Tapscott holds a Master Certificate in Project Management with a concentration in Healthcare from Villanova University and is HFMA (CHFP) and AAHAM (CRCE-I) certified.
If you would like more information about revcyclematch.com's role in revenue cycle partnerships, our platform's powerful database, or our beautiful user interface, please email Jena Eggert at jena.eggert@revcyclematch.com. If you would like to contact Barbara Tapscott, her email address is barbara.tapscott@revcyclematch.com.

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The Ginsburg Family Foundation is generously funding the renovation of the Lakewood Residential Treatment Center with the talented help of Marc-Michaels Interior Design. Renovations will include residential housing as well as other areas on the campus.
"We are honored to donate our time and services to this joint-venture. It is important to support our local communities who are providing long-term care for adults ages 21-60 who are in need of mental health treatment. As these patients go through various treatment programs it is important to have a peaceful, well-designed space to recover in," said Mark Tremblay, President of Marc-Michaels Interior Design.
Lakewood Center focuses to provide quality long-term care for adults with chronic mental illness. They provide a supportive, therapeutic community for adults in need of long-term mental health care. It is located on a beautiful 15-acre campus in Fern Park, Florida.
"Marc-Michaels has brought its international reputation for high style to Lakewood and now our residents can enjoy the healing benefits of interior design," said Ron Ginsburg, Board Member of the Ginsburg Family Foundation. Lakewood's new look is both comforting and stylish.
"The Marc-Michaels team commitment to creating a healing and caring environment through design improves our resident's lives inside and out," said Jake Talley, Lakewood Director.
The Ginsburg Family Foundation has joined with Marc-Michaels to support this new approach to resident life at Lakewood. "We all have a need to be cared for and design is an important element in our daily lives," said Alan H. Ginsburg Chairman of the Ginsburg Family Foundation. "Marc-Michaels is in a class by themselves when it comes to their work and they have created something everyone can be proud of; living at Lakewood is greatly improving thanks to their generous support," added Ginsburg.

"Marc-Michaels has brought its international reputation for high style to Lakewood and now our residents can enjoy the healing benefits of interior design," said Ron Ginsburg, Board Member of the Ginsburg Family Foundation.



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According to data released by Power to Decide, an estimated 438,730 Michigan women of reproductive age (13-44) in need of publicly funded contraception live in counties impacted by the implementation of the Title X Family Planning Program "domestic gag rule."

WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
According to data released by Power to Decide, an estimated 438,730 Michigan women of reproductive age (13-44) in need of publicly funded contraception live in counties impacted by the implementation of the Title X Family Planning Program "domestic gag rule."
The domestic gag rule requires health providers receiving Title X funds to withhold information from patients about abortion services and care. In addition, health centers are required to cease providing abortion care with non-Title X funds at sites that offer Title X supported services, such as contraceptive care, breast and cervical cancer screening and STI testing. The new rule requires that abortion services, no matter how they are funded, must be performed at a separate physical site, which is impossible for many health centers.
"The implementation of the domestic gag rule could impact nearly 450,000 women in need in Michigan," said Ginny Ehrlich, CEO, Power to Decide. "This federal rule exacerbates an already challenging contraceptive access landscape for women struggling to make ends meet. Even before the implementation of the domestic gag rule, more than 600,000 low-income women in Michigan live in contraceptive deserts where they face barriers such as transportation, child care and taking unpaid time from work to get the contraception they need."
Data from Power to Decide show that 629,080 women living at or below 250% of the poverty level in Michigan live in contraceptive deserts, counties in which there is not reasonable access to a health center offering the full range of contraceptive methods. Nationally, more than 19 million U.S. women of low income live in contraceptive deserts.
In this challenging landscape, states like Michigan can take steps to partially alleviate the impact of damaging federal policies and to proactively expand access to contraception in various ways. Michigan has already expanded Medicaid to low-income adults, which helps decrease the percentage of uninsured women, and by extension, give them contraceptive coverage. In addition, other policies that would help include allowing pharmacists to prescribe contraception, requiring insurance to cover an extended supply of prescription contraceptives and 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.

"The implementation of the domestic gag rule could impact nearly 450,000 women in need in Michigan. This federal rule exacerbates an already challenging contraceptive access landscape for women struggling to make ends meet," said Ginny Ehrlich, CEO, Power to Decide.




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d-wise aims to encourage data sharing within the research community and academia in hopes of accelerating the fight against COVID-19.

MORRISVILLE, N.C. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
In an effort to have an FDA approved vaccine for the COVID-19 virus, d-wise is providing its resources to de-identify research and clinical data at no charge to researchers and pharmaceutical companies developing a vaccine. Using the industry-leading de-identification product Blur, d-wise will anonymize data for these companies free of charge so they can safely share high utility clinical study reports and data that can be used in metanalysis and with other data to power medical innovation.
d-wise purpose is stated as driving innovation for human health and wellbeing. By providing this tool and transparency consulting, we are able to fulfill our mission to allow open and flexible access to data without sacrificing patient privacy. By taking away any barriers to share research within the research community and academia, d-wise hopes to accelerate the fight against COVID-19.
"We encourage all companies to share data as we endeavor as an industry to accelerate our efforts to combat this dangerous virus and save lives," says John Leveille, CEO of d-wise. "I hope that you share in my excitement at seeing this direct line contribution that d-wise is making to global health."
For questions and inquiries, please contact d-wise at info@d-wise.com.
About d-wise: 
d-wise is committed to helping pharmaceutical, biotech, contract research organizations, and medical device companies navigate technology change in pursuit of human health and wellbeing. With deep domain experience in biometrics, software engineering, statistical programming, standards, and change management, d-wise provides products that have been used to accelerate clinical trial data analysis, clinical trial report submissions, and innovative product development.



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Business Warrior (OTC: KDNG) today announced that it has completed a series of new partnerships with two fast-growing companies supporting the small business community. These new partnerships align with the customer and technology growth strategy set forth within Business Warrior's recent public offering.
The first partnership is with Hownd, an Arizona-based technology company that specializes in creating effortless foot traffic for local businesses, especially those in the family entertainment, health & beauty, and food & beverage markets. During the initial stages of the partnership, the companies will link their systems to provide business owners with new visibility into real-world marketing results through Business Warrior's software.
"The Hownd foot-traffic generation platform is a perfect complement to Business Warrior," said Jonathan Brooks, President of Business Warrior. "Integrating with Hownd will provide our customers with new visibility into the actual visits and revenue generated by Hownd, helping guide their daily decisions to maximize growth."    
The second partnership expands sales and distribution with Fortune Processing, a merchant services company based in Atlanta. In the partnership, Business Warrior will be provided as a competitive value add to Fortune's merchant services solutions, giving Fortune's merchants actionable data to grow their business. Fortune Processing creates a unique value proposition for their merchants by implementing tools and strategies to help grow their digital footprint to drive more sales from the internet. The company's philosophy is to assist their merchants by enhancing their overall online presence via website, SEO and marketing partnerships, resulting in more sales, happier customers and a long-term partnership between Fortune Processing and their merchants.
"The partnership will bring significant opportunities to our merchants as an extra source of revenue and lead generation. Business Warrior can provide our merchants a tool to help introduce their business to millions virtually," said Bradley White with Fortune Processing
The two partnerships are valuable additions to Business Warrior's growth plan. The feature that in particular sets Business Warrior apart is showing each subscriber their company's "ad readiness," which tells them if they have major tasks to accomplish before launching marketing campaigns to maximize their ad spend. The recommendations get the business ready to grow or boost growth, depending on the stage of the business. With the Hownd foot-traffic generation platform and Fortune Processing's focus on customer loyalty, these partnerships continue the "win-win" mentality set out by the leadership team at Business Warrior.
About Hownd 
Hownd is an Effortless Foot Traffic generation platform for local business owners. Hownd drives more repeat visits from merchants' existing customer base, as well as bringing new customers by connecting merchants with the more than 40 million consumers Hownd serves. By pairing merchants with the right customer, at the right place and at the right time, Hownd drives consistent foot traffic through the door. There are no monthly fees, no contracts and zero risk. Simply pay a flat predetermined fee when a customer comes in buying. Pay only for results, the way it should be. Learn more at Hownd.com.
About Business Warrior 
Business Warrior software helps small businesses simplify and prioritize daily decisions to improve profitability. Business Warrior takes an organic view of each business's online reputation, listings, website, search results, and advertising. Then the software recommends the imperative actions to drive new customers and improve profitability. For more information, please visit businesswarrior.com.
Contact: 
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Abortion Care Network, advocates, and allies commemorate Abortion Provider Appreciation Day on the heels of oral arguments in Supreme Court case with national implications for abortion care.

MINNEAPOLIS (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Reproductive health, rights, and justice advocates come together today in their communities and onlineto commemorate National Abortion Provider Appreciation Day, a day dedicated to highlighting the work of abortion providers as stigma persists and political and cultural attacks escalate.
This comes just days after independent abortion providers and their attorneys argued before the Supreme Court in June Medical Services v. Russo in a case that will have widespread implications for providers and abortion access in the United States.
Abortion Provider Appreciation Day first began in 1996 to honor the life of Dr. David Gunn, an abortion provider who was killed by an anti-abortion extremist on March 10, 1993. Since then, the day has grown to include acts of kindness and celebration of providers by local, state, and national advocates in communities and online using the hashtag #CelebrateAbortionProviders. This year, activities include local events, proclamations by city councilscommemorating March 10 as National Abortion Provider Appreciation Day, and a Tweetstorm online.
"Despite alarming clinic closures, stigma, political attacks, and never-ending restrictions meant to obstruct access to care, abortion providers show up — fierce and fearless — each day for their patients. Today is all about celebrating the bold, compassionate care they provide," said Nikki Madsen, executive director of Abortion Care Network. "Every person should be able to live a safe, healthy, and autonomous life and to thrive — abortion care providers help make that possible and are indispensable members of our communities."
Independent abortion clinics provide the majority of abortion care in the United States, but since 2012, 32 percent of all independent clinics have been forced to shut down because of abortion restrictions and anti-abortion extremism. And in some of the most hostile parts of the country, independent clinics are the only places people can get abortion care.
"West Virginians rely on the care we provide. As the last abortion provider in the state, we face no shortage of challenges, from routine harassment to constant political battles targeting our ability to provide care," said Katie Quinonez, executive director of Women's Health Center of West Virginia. "Still, we never lose sight of what our work is really about: supporting the people in our communities to live and thrive on their own terms, and treating them with compassion, dignity and respect. We know that abortion providers throughout the US offer patients the health care and support they need to have decision-making power over their bodies and lives, and we celebrate our colleagues today and every day."
"My abortion saved my life. I am grateful every day for the life I am able to live now because of the care I received from my abortion provider," said Holly Bland with We Testify. "I was trusted with my decision, and cared for by clinic staff every step of the way."
"I'm endlessly thankful for the medical professionals and counselors at Houston Women's Clinic who treated me with compassion when I was a patient there," said Jeana Angela with We Testify. "Abortion providers continue to show up for their patients in the face of constant opposition and hostility, and if that isn't heroic, I don't know what is."
Abortion Care Network
Abortion Care Network (ACN) is the national association for independent, community-based abortion care providers and their allies. ACN works to ensure that all people are able to experience respectful, dignified abortion care.
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Explore the latest developments and solutions in health and medicine.

JUPITER, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Advancements with Ted Danson will broadcast Nationwide on Saturday March 21, 2020 @2:30pET via CNBC. Check local listings for more information on this program.
Traveling behind-the-scenes to explore how Fusion Robotics, LLC (Fusion Robotics) is working to provide cost-effective and scalable surgical robotics technologies for spine surgery, viewers will learn how the company is working to improve outcomes for patients in all economic environments with the innovative integration of robotics, optical instrument navigation, and intraoperative imaging technologies.
Advancements will also explore how Factor Bioscience is building the future of regenerative medicine by targeting and repairing the molecular origins of disease. Viewers will see how this technology, which enables the production of patient-specific engineered cells for transplantation, has wide-ranging applications in cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's disease and autoimmune diseases, along with multiple sclerosis and personalized regenerative medicine.
The program will educate about Bio-ITech's (part of the Eppendorf Group) technology, which facilitates laboratories to improve efficiency and quality of research by providing comprehensive and flexible lab information management software. From providing applications to training and support, Bio-ITech provides a multitude of turn-key services for laboratories worldwide, within its mission to have scientist search less and research more.
Recent findings suggest that exposure to food odors can increase food intake while reduction of smelling may have beneficial affect over healthy eating and weight loss. The final segment in this episode will educate viewers about the potential positive effects of decreasing olfactory sensors.
"Developments in health and medicine continue to transform our world every day," said Dustin Schwarz, programming director for the Advancements series. "We look forward to sharing this information with our viewers."
About Advancements and DMG Productions: 
The Advancements television series is an information-based educational program, targeting recent advances across a number of industries and economies. Featuring state-of-the-art solutions and important issues facing today's consumers and business professionals, Advancements focuses on cutting-edge developments, and brings this information to the public with the vision to enlighten about how technology and innovation continue to transform our world.
Backed by experts in various fields, and a team dedicated to education and advancement, DMG Productions consistently produces commercial-free, educational programming on which both viewers and networks depend.
For more information visit http://www.AdvancementsTV.com or call (866) 496-4065.

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"Developments in health and medicine continue to transform our world every day," said Dustin Schwarz, programming director for the Advancements series. "We look forward to sharing this information with our viewers."



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The nation's only comprehensive training in Yoga Science and meditation as holistic mind/body medicine will be taught at The American Meditation Institute's (AMI) 32 credit hour CME conference October 20-24, 2020 at the Wyndhurst Manor & Club Resort at Miraval in Lenox, Massachusetts. Entitled The Heart and Science of Yoga, this 12th annual event is accredited through the American Medical Association and American Nurses Association, and is designed to help identify, prevent and relieve stress and burnout experienced by physicians and healthcare professionals in dealing with the extraordinary demands created by today's medical culture and the coronavirus epidemic.
According to the annual "National Physician Burnout, Depression & Suicide Report" recently published in Medscape Report the rate of burnout among physicians has remained high over the past few years. This is troubling given that an average of 69% of physicians across all generations report that burnout has a moderate to severe impact their lives. The fallout from burnout symptoms follows physicians into their personal lives as well. Approximately 73% of physicians say burnout has an impact on their relationships.
The dedication, enthusiasm, and teaching methodology of the entire AMI faculty create a dynamic and interactive course for their students. Each faculty member is committed to the advancement and training of Yoga Science as holistic mind/body medicine. This year's faculty includes Leonard Perlmutter, AMI founder and conference director; Michael Greger MD, founding member and Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and internationally recognized speaker and best-selling author; Sat Bir Singh Khalsa PhD, Director of Research for the Kundalini Research Institute, and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School; Anthony Santilli MD, board-certified in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine; Jesse Ritvo MD, Assistant Medical Director, Inpatient Psychiatry, University of Vermont Health Center; Renee Rodriguez-Goodemote MD, Medical Director of the Saratoga Hospital Community Health Center; Joshua Zamer MD, Medical Director for Addiction Medicine at Saratoga Hospital Community Health Center and Chairman of the Department of Family Practice; Anita Burock-Stotts MD, board certified in Internal Medicine; Janine Pardo MD, board-certified Internist emphasizing Preventive Care, and founder of the Weston Internal Medicine and Wellness Center in Weston, MA; Gustavo Grodnitzky PhD, Chair of the AMI Psychological Education Committee; Kristin Kaelber, MD, board-certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in Cleveland, Ohio; Jenness Cortez Perlmutter, faculty member of The American Meditation Institute, and Lee Albert, NMT, acclaimed neuromuscular therapist and gentle yoga instructor.
As part of its ongoing effort to redress the physician burnout issue, The American Meditation Institute in 2009 conducted a retrospective case study of participants who previously completed "The Heart and Science of Yoga" curriculum. The findings included these positive, reproducible, long-term health-promoting changes: significant reductions in stress and fear, decreased anxiety and depression, lowered blood pressure, lowered heart rate, improved restorative sleep, improved energy levels, increased creative capacity, diminishment of migraine headaches, elimination of irritable bowel syndrome, enhanced happiness and optimism, reduced cholesterol levels, diminished or extinguished acute and chronic pain, weight loss and increased breathing capacity.
According to AMI founder and conference director Leonard Perlmutter, "The interface of lifestyle, inflammation and allostatic load is where meaningful change can happen. The more consistently the therapeutic practices of Yoga Science are incorporated into the daily lives of physicians and other healthcare professionals, the better equipped they will be to redefine every "problem" as simply a situation that they are confident to deal with."
Keyvan Hariri MD, board certified in Family Medicine in Manhattan Beach California and a "Heart and Science of Yoga" conference alumni. In his final evaluation he wrote, "This curriculum has been transformational, inspiring and self-empowering. I highly recommend this conference to every healthcare practitioner."
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About the American Meditation Institute 
The American Meditation Institute is a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization devoted to the teaching and practice of Yoga Science, meditation and its allied disciplines as mind/body medicine. In its holistic approach to wellness, AMI combines the healing arts of the East with the practicality of modern Western science. The American Meditation Institute offers a wide variety of classes, retreats, and teacher training programs. AMI also publishes "Transformation" a quarterly journal of meditation as holistic mind/body medicine. Call 518.674.8714 for a mail or email subscription.
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Author Andrew J. Sherman & Sharon Kleyne Teach Cultures of IP Confidentiality & Innovation. Nature's Tears EyeMist Sponsors Power of Water Water Life Science Talk Show.

GRANTS PASS, ORE. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Air Date: 2 March 2020
Guest: Andrew J. Sherman, Seyfarth Shaw, Washington, D.C. and Adjunct Professor in the Masters of Business Administration program at the University of Maryland and Georgetown University.
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/122055/my-harvesting-intangible-assets
Andrew J. Sherman, bestselling author of Mergers & Acquisitions from A to Z, Harvesting Intangible Assets and many others, has worked at Seyfarth Shaw in Washington, D.C. for the last four years. In his new book, The Crisis of Engagement, Sherman zeros in on what he sees as the biggest threat to IP values and the U.S. economy. Citing a recent Gallup study, Sherman says he was devastated to learn that 51% of the American workforce considers itself disengaged, while an additional 20% admits to feeling highly disengaged. "This is a failure to create a necessary culture of innovation. Employee disengagement is too high."
"Innovation," says Sherman, "most often happens incrementally by the average employee in a company. It's not always the Ph.D or scientist who is paid a lot of money to innovate. Sometimes the best ideas are at the middle or lower levels of a company, but only if your people are interested in what the company does and only if they're engaged and aligned with the values of the company."
Sherman, a veteran of thirty-three years as a transactional lawyer, has observed and tracks a seismic shift in the U.S. economy away from tangible assets (products, inventory, machinery) to intangible assets (buying brands, licensing, innovation). He also notices that many CEOs are focusing on the wrong things. "CEOs need to be irrigating with a different kind of hose rather than putting out fires all the time," says Sherman. "Then our economy will be growing at 4% to 5%, I promise you. Right now, using water as an example, we're in one big global firefighting mindset, and that's not the best use of our resources."
Sharon Kleyne, host of the internationally syndicated The Power of Water & Your Health sponsored by Nature's Tears EyeMist on VoiceAmerica and produced by Rose Hong, founder and director of Global Dragon TV in Washington, D.C., says "I have spent thirty-five years studying the behavior of our health. I discovered that life is water. Life began with water. Water gives you the time to have eternity. Water invented you! Your life depends on your organs consisting of certain percentages of water." This, of course, makes all human beings water IP. "I was shocked," Kleyne teaches, "to discover how many people don't know about IP. IP is written into the Constitution!" Kleyne is convinced that better education about intellectual property values (IP) will vastly improve global health and strengthen the U.S. economy.
Kleyne and Sherman agree that better education about IP is essential. Kleyne cites the lemonade stand movement in schools across America that teach children how to become entrepreneurs, competing and creating business plans. She urges new technology education for children and young people now before it is too late.
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If you would like to listen to the talk radio program organized by program director Rose Hong of Global Dragon TV featuring Andrew Sherman, bestselling author, partner in the Washington, D.C. office of Jones Day and Adjunct Professor in the Masters of Business Administration program at the University of Maryland and Georgetown University and Health Olympics new water technology educator and evaporative dry eye researcher Sharon Kleyne as they discuss intellectual property values, innovation, corporate cultures, education, water and evaporation, follow this link: 
https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/122055/my-harvesting-intangible-assets
If you would like to watch a very brief, entertaining educational film that demonstrates the application of the new Dry Eye Solution technology Nature's Tears EyeMist, sponsor of Sharon Kleyne's talk radio program, go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0gOr8TB45U




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Hudson Valley ENT Introduces FDA-Approved Treatment for Rhinitis That Provides Long-Lasting Cooling Relief.

HUDSON VALLEY, N.Y. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Dr. Ran Y. Rubinstein, an ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) physician and sinus specialist who diagnoses and treats nasal and sinus problems, is pleased to introduce a new approach to the treatment of chronic rhinitis at his practice, Hudson Valley Sinus Center. ClariFix uses cryotherapy to cool inflamed nasal tissue and underlying nerves to provide long-term relief of symptoms related to allergic and non-allergic chronic rhinitis.
More than 24-million Americans suffer daily from intrusive symptoms caused by chronic rhinitis. ClariFix with cryotherapy is an effective, proven treatment that delivers therapeutic freezing or near-freezing temperatures to the back of the nose. This cutting-edge technology offers patients a potential solution for chronic symptoms and a replacement for medications like nasal sprays, drops, and pills that are typically used to treat chronic rhinitis.
ClariFix is performed in the office. Topical numbing medication is gently inserted into the nose and left in place for 10 to 15 minutes before Dr. Rubinstein completes a 30-second treatment in each nasal passage with a cryotherapy wand. The freezing temperatures interrupt the faulty nerves that are responsible for symptoms like congestion, sneezing, post-nasal drip, and coughing.
Patients typically have minimal discomfort during the procedure and most can return to work immediately after the procedure. Common side effects may include temporarily increased congestion and discomfort, which usually resolve after one to two days. It can take up to 6 weeks to feel the full benefits of this procedure. ClariFix cryotherapy is a safe and effective procedure and is the first and only FDA-approved device for the treatment of chronic rhinitis.
Clinical study results published in October 2019 showed that the treatment was well-tolerated with no adverse events, and four out of five patients reported long-lasting improvements. The results were similar for both allergic and non-allergic chronic rhinitis patients.
Dr. Ran Y. Rubinstein is board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and is the founder of the Hudson Valley Sinus Center. He also is a world-renowned facial plastic surgeon and rhinoplasty surgeon who is board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery. Dr. Rubinstein is the only ENT in Hudson Valley who specializes in allergic, nasal & sinus disorders.
Dr. Rubinstein is an expert allergy doctor who provides compassionate care for his patients and offers treatments to help patients manage allergies or even enjoy an allergy-free life. Dr. Rubinstein specializes in rhinoplasty, septoplasty, balloon sinus dilation, and endoscopic sinus surgery.
Suffering from chronic rhinitis? Dr. Ran Y. Rubinstein performs FDA-approved ClariFix in Hudson Valley, NY, at Hudson Valley Sinus Center. Visit hudsonvalleysinuscenter.com or call 845-562-6673 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Rubinstein.

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Renowned Newport Beach Asian Aesthetic Surgeon Will Help Guide Decisions for the World's Largest Online Aesthetic Community.

NEWPORT BEACH, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Internationally-respected plastic surgeon Dr. Goretti Ho Taghva has earned an elite position on the RealSelf Business Advisory Board, a role that will allow her to help shape the future of the prominent website. RealSelf is the largest online aesthetic community in the world. The site serves tens of millions of consumers each year and features industry research and provider reviews, allows men and women who are interested in aesthetic procedures to learn and share information, and connects prospective patients with verified surgeons and clinicians. Dr. Ho Taghva is excited for the opportunity to work alongside RealSelf leadership to help guide business decisions that will empower consumers to make informed aesthetic choices.
Dr. Ho Taghva is board-certified by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and is an expert in surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic procedures for the face and body. She completed her undergraduate and medical education at Brown University and her surgical training at USC. Dr. Ho Taghva travels around the world to exchange knowledge and techniques with other experienced plastic surgeons. Dr. Ho Taghva is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty Expert Panel.
LEA Plastic Surgery, Dr. Ho Taghva's Newport Beach practice, offers the most cutting-edge cosmetic treatments on the market, as well as more traditional plastic surgery procedures. Dr. Goretti Ho Taghva is a highly-respected Asian surgeon specializing in Asian blepharoplasty (cosmetic eyelid surgery) and Asian rhinoplasty (nose job). She customizes her facial surgery approach to ensure the very best results for Middle Eastern, Caucasian, Asian, and African-American patients. Dr. Ho Taghva believes in enhancing a patient's appearance while also maintaining their natural aesthetic beauty. She is fluent in Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese) and English and can communicate in Spanish and French as well.
With over a hundred positive reviews and a 5.0 rating on RealSelf and Yelp, Dr. Ho Taghva has an outstanding reputation among patients. She performs a diverse range of surgeries, including fat transfer, breast augmentation, mommy makeovers, facial rejuvenation, and endoscopic brow lifts. She emphasizes the importance of communication and listens carefully to each patient to learn about their goals, concerns, and lifestyle before recommending a surgical plan. Dr. Ho Taghva uses the latest technology to help her patients achieve outstanding results. RealSelf is honored to welcome her to the Business Advisory Board's team of medical experts.
Call 949-945-2168 or visit leaplasticsurgery.com to schedule a private consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Goretti Ho Taghva in Newport Beach, CA. Out-of-state and international patients can request a complimentary virtual consultation with Dr. Ho Taghva instead of visiting the office.

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Respected oral surgeons, Drs. John Wewel, Jerome Wees, and Benjamin Anderson, provide a natural solution to missing teeth with zirconia dental implants in Omaha, NE. Zirconia dental implants provide the same function and appearance of a natural tooth, with a stronger material that is both metal-free and attractive in the smile.

OMAHA, NEB. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants offers patients with missing teeth a metal-free dental implant solution with zirconia dental implants in Omaha, NE. Oral surgeons, Drs. John Wewel, Jerome Wees, and Benjamin Anderson, use zirconia as an alternative to traditional titanium implants and have seen a higher success rate. Zirconia can be used as an option for the implant post, abutment and crown, and is especially useful for those who have metal allergies or sensitivities.
"The dental implant is the closest thing to a natural tooth. We expect our dental implants to last for a long time, if not forever," says Dr. Wewel. "The benefit of a dental implant is that it is treated as a regular tooth, it restores you to full form and function, and, in fact, may be stronger than your natural teeth."
A zirconia dental implant can replace all parts of a traditional implant with the attractive, durable and metal-free zirconia material. Due to the color and translucency of zirconia, dental implants made from this material appear more natural in the smile and do not run the risk of showing through the gum tissue. This material is also found to be stronger than the common porcelain material that dental crowns are often made from, giving patients a new tooth that can last much longer without cracking, chipping, or breaking. As a metal-free material, patients with sensitivity or allergies to metal can still receive dental implants without worry about discomfort or rejection.
A dental implant is a solution for those with failing or missing teeth that can restore the smile to full function and aesthetics. The implant mimics a natural tooth root and crown, which stimulates the jawbone for continued growth and allows for natural biting, chewing, and speaking. With proper care of the dental implants, patients can expect them to last a lifetime. At Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants, Drs. Wewel, Wees, and Anderson can place any number of dental implants for those with one, multiple, or even a full mouth of missing teeth.
As oral surgeons, the doctors have vast experience and education in the surgical process necessary to give patients successful and long-lasting results. At Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants, the doctors routinely place implants and utilize advanced technology and modern sedation techniques to give patients the best possible outcome.
Those with failing or missing teeth in Omaha, NE who are interested in receiving dental implants or who would like to discuss the option of zirconia implants are invited to schedule an appointment with the oral surgeons at Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants. Appointments can be made by visiting http://www.midwestoms.com or calling 402-397-7777.
About the Oral Surgeons
Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants is a full scope oral and maxillofacial surgery specialty practice serving patients in Omaha, NE. Dr. Jerome Wees has been practicing oral and maxillofacial surgery for over 20 years and is the current President of the Omaha District Dental Society. Dr. John Wewel completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at the University of Nebraska and is a Diplomat with the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Both Dr. Wees and Dr. Wewel maintain hospital privileges at the surrounding Omaha hospitals. Dr. Benjamin Anderson graduated summa cum laude from the University of Nebraska and completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at the University of Mississippi. Midwest Oral Surgery & Dental Implants utilizes state-of-the-art technology and offers a full spectrum of oral surgical procedures including full mouth reconstructions, dental implants, and wisdom teeth extractions. To learn more about Drs. Wees, Wewel, and Anderson and the services they offer, visit http://www.midwestoms.com or call 402-397-7777 to schedule a consultation.

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JawFixers restores jawlines and increases patient candidacy for dental implants through bone grafting in Manchester, CT and surrounding areas. The oral surgery practice offers leading solutions to bone loss with grafting and advanced healing techniques.

MANCHESTER, CONN. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Patients who are not qualified for dental implants due to bone loss in Manchester, CT can receive bone grafting solutions to improve their candidacy from the oral surgery practice, JawFixers. Drs. Joel Rosenlicht and Ryaz Ansari offer modern techniques and solutions that improve the healing and success rate of bone grafting, making dental implants a possibility for those with even extreme bone loss. As trained and experienced oral surgeons, the doctors have an increased understanding of the bone, tissues, and structure of the mouth, which allows them to place implants with improved success.
"We use a molecular technology called PRGF, which is plasma rich growth factors. And what that does is allow us to spin the patient's blood to distill out growth factors that we can then apply to the surgical site to help the body regenerate the bone in that area," says Dr. Ansari.
Bone grafting is a technique used by oral surgeons to help patients restore and regenerate lost bone. The process typically involves placing bone graft material, composed of bone granules, at the site of bone loss and allowing the graft time to fuse to existing bone and integrate with the body. JawFixers offers a variety of bone grafting solutions, depending on patient needs, including ridge augmentation, socket preservation, and sinus lifts.
JawFixers also specializes in advanced solutions to bone grafting by offering healing techniques and minimally invasive approaches. When performing a bone graft in the upper jaw near the sinus cavity, also known as a sinus lift, the doctors utilize PIEZOSURGERY, an ultrasonic tool that gently cuts bone and does not harm the sensitive soft tissues of the sinus membrane. Additionally, to improve the healing time and ensure more successful bone grafts, the practice can use biological healing through plasma rich growth factors (PRGF), bone morphogenic protein (BMP) and guided tissue regeneration (GTR). These techniques give patients improved results and allow them to qualify for dental implants sooner.
JawFixers offers cutting-edge oral surgery for patients in need of life-changing dental and facial care. The practice specializes in placing individual dental implants as well as full mouth dental implants, oral and facial reconstruction, tooth extractions, oral pathology and more. The practice features state-of-the-art technology, including digital imaging and dental lasers. Patients can also feel at ease when receiving their care due to Drs. Rosenlicht and Ansari's investment and experience in sedation dentistry. These oral surgeons are certified to provide IV sedation during care to prevent feelings of discomfort or anxiety, and the practice is also committed to opioid-free pain management.
Those in need of bone grafting in Manchester, CT or surrounding areas are encouraged to contact JawFixers to set up an appointment. Consultations can be made by calling 860-649-2272 for their Manchester, CT office, 860-232-4606 for their West Hartford location or by visiting http://www.jawfixers.com.
About the Oral Surgeons
The board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons at JawFixers are skilled specialists offering leading-edge and minimally invasive care at their two practice locations in Manchester, CT and West Hartford, CT. With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Joel Rosenlicht is an esteemed author and lecturer and has developed techniques to further his field. Dr. Ryaz Ansari brings a passion for technology and oral surgery with extensive experience in implant therapy and dentoalveolar surgery. Using advanced imaging, Yomi robotic-assisted technology and EXPAREL for opioid-free pain management, this team strives to provide the best care and experience possible for their patients. To learn more about this practice, Drs. Rosenlicht and Ansari or their services, visit http://www.jawfixers.com or call 860-649-2272 for their Manchester, CT office or 860-232-4606 for their West Hartford, CT practice.

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Drs. Joel Rosenlicht and Ryaz Ansari Treat Bone Loss in Manchester, CT with Bone Grafting

JawFixers offers a variety of bone grafting solutions, depending on patient needs, including ridge augmentation, socket preservation, and sinus lifts.




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Lane Oral Surgery finishes the four-module course, SmileOn! Full Arch Bootcamp, with a live dental implant surgery. Attendees learned just how full mouth dental implants can benefit them and their patients as an effective form of tooth replacement in Plymouth, MA.

PLYMOUTH, MASS. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Lane Oral Surgery concludes the final module of the SmileOn! Full Arch Bootcamp with a live dental implant surgery. This four-module course was designed to help attending dentists and dental professions grow their practice and learn new and exciting information on dental implants. Dr. William Lane is a pioneer in implant dentistry, having developed his own full arch dental implant solution, called SmileOn!, for those seeking tooth replacement in Plymouth, MA and Sandwich, MA.
"Patients who have lost multiple teeth, or who have significant problems with their teeth like gum disease, have an advantage with dental implants," says Dr. Lane. "Implants are new roots, that are fixed into the bone, that allow for a prosthesis to be placed onto those roots so that your dentition is reconstructed. When we do a reconstruction of the full arch of the upper or lower jaw, we call that procedure SmileOn! so that you will be smiling on for the rest of your life!"
The SmileOn! Full Arch Bootcamp is a four-module course held by Lane Oral Surgery and is in partnership with Keystone Dental Lab, Arcari Dental Lab and Progressive Dental. The course covered full arch removable and fixed detachable implant restorations, with live surgeries, hands-on prosthetics and advanced marketing and internal business development strategies designed to help practices grow. At the end of the four courses, attendees earned 20 continuing education credits and have learned key points, including: 

- Evolution of the hybrid prosthesis

- Coaching on effective patient discussion

- Hands-on SmileOn! model prep

- Live patient surgery and conversion experience

This final course was held at Lane Oral Surgery's main office in Plymouth, MA and included the live surgery and conversion with an immediate load prosthesis. This showcased the SmileOn! solution for tooth replacement in patients missing all or most of their teeth, and how the process works in real time. SmileOn! dental implant surgery involves extracting any remaining and failing teeth, placing dental implants into the jawbone and finalizing the procedure with a lifelike prosthesis of teeth. This entire process can be completed in just one appointment.
Dental implant surgery is commonly performed as a tooth replacement solution that gives patients the most benefits to their smile, health and quality of life. When the implant posts are placed within the jaw, they fuse with the surrounding bone, creating a firm support while also stimulating healthy bone growth. Attached to these implants are permanent replacement teeth, which feel comfortable and natural and give patients the ability to eat their favorite foods again. SmileOn! achieves all this with the added benefit of being able to be performed in just one day, meaning patients do not have to go another day without functional, attractive teeth.
Those interested in learning more about SmileOn! dental implants or visiting Lane Oral Surgery for tooth replacement in Plymouth, MA or Sandwich, MA are invited to contact the practice by visiting http://www.laneoralsurgery.com or calling 508-746-8700.
About the Oral Surgeon
Lane Oral Surgery offers oral and maxillofacial surgical care at their offices in Plymouth, MA and Sandwich, MA. Renowned oral surgeon, Dr. William Lane graduated from Harvard University, received his doctorate from Boston University, and completed his residency training in oral and maxillofacial surgery in a combined program at Boston University and Tufts University. Dr. Lane created the revolutionary SmileOn! same-day full mouth dental implant solution to help patients with missing teeth regain their smile, confidence, and normal dental function. In addition to his SmileOn! solution, Dr. Lane offers bone grafting, wisdom teeth removal, and full mouth reconstruction. The entire team at Lane Oral Surgery is devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of smiles. To learn more about Dr. Lane, his practice, and the services offered at Lane Oral Surgery, visit http://www.laneoralsurgery.com or call 508-746-8700 to schedule a consultation. 

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New Hyperhidrosis Treatment hits USA Market

SAN DIEGO (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
SkyMD today announced a new partnership with Dermadry, a Canadian-based medical device manufacturer. American patients now have an easier solution for obtaining home-based hyperhidrosis treatments. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared an innovative new device for the treatment of hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) in the United States.
"We are thrilled to report our expanded relationship with Dermadry, and we are so glad they obtained FDA clearance to compete in the U.S. market," said Bart Calame, SkyMD's CEO. "While our doctors ultimately determine the best treatment regimen for their patients, we are very excited that our doctors prescribing of Dermadry's iontophoresis device has now been streamlined. We accept a wide range of health insurances, most of which cover the costs associated with this new device."
As a national online dermatology platform, SkyMD will use its access to the device to prescribe hyperhidrosis treatments to their patients, among other treatment modalities. The device, created by Dermadry, has been available in Canada since receiving its medical device license from Health Canada in October 2018. The latest news of the FDA's clearance paves the way into U.S. homes, as the pre-sale of the device was made available to U.S. residents on the 26th of February, 2020.
Hyperhidrosis: The Silent Handicap
Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition that causes sweating 4-5 times in excess of the body's thermoregulation needs. It is reported to affect over 5% of the American population or 1 in 20 Americans. This prevalence is thought to be a much lower figure than the actual number of people affected, as hyperhidrosis is a misunderstood and underreported condition. Those affected often do not seek medical attention and frequently live their life in discomfort and embarrassment due to shame or simple lack of awareness, despite hyperhidrosis being a highly treatable condition.
The Solution: The Anti-Sweat Device
Iontophoresis is a natural, non-invasive, drug-free, and needle-free treatment option for hyperhidrosis patients. Dermadry offers an all-in-one device that has been developed to target and treat excessive sweating of the hands, feet, and underarms.
This home-use new device facilitates treatment by allowing patients to treat excessive sweating from their home using only tap water, and create their own treatment schedule to fit their lifestyle and needs. It eliminates the need for painful and invasive procedures, as well as recurrent costs and clinic visits.
Dermadry's Launch in the USA
To celebrate Dermadry's launch in the United States, the Canadian company has partnered with U.S. telemedicine provider SkyMD, which enables patients to receive a medical diagnosis and prescription from a board certified dermatologist online. As all iontophoresis machines require a prescription in the U.S., SkyMD's service enables users to obtain a dermatology consultation online, making it easier and more convenient than ever before to get the required prescription. Dermadry is excited to be entering the U.S. market and helping residents across the country obtain the dryness, comfort, and confidence they deserve.
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About SkyMD 
SkyMD is a private U.S.-based telemedicine company headquartered in San Diego, CA. Established in 2018, they provide national dermatological services to patients in all 50 U.S. States. Committed to improving patient access to quality healthcare, they diagnose and educate the public on various skin conditions and improve the lives of millions of affected patients worldwide. Learn more at SkyMD.com and on social media @skymd.
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Silicon Valley Insurtech Pioneer Implements Bot to Better Serve Global Customers

SANTA CLARA, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
VisitorsCoverage Inc. announced today the initial launch of their revolutionary AI chatbot, Luna, who will help respond to customer queries and help travelers navigate through the complicated world of travel insurance. The first of its kind in the travel insurance industry, the VisitorsCoverage chatbot was built using artificial intelligence and has machine learning capabilities, allowing it to adapt and grow with every customer interaction to make it smarter and improve accuracy and relevance of responses.
Since its inception in 2006, VisitorsCoverage has been a trailblazer in leading the industry by adopting emerging technologies to improve overall customer experience and setting new benchmarks in digital transformation within the travel insurance space.
A global company, VisitorsCoverage Inc. has customers all over the world in every time zone. The development of this chatbot will help to ensure customers receive top-notch customer service regardless of their location and time difference. The chatbot is yet another way VisitorsCoverage shows dedication to customer education and simplifying travel insurance through innovation.
"We are excited to bring Luna the chatbot to VisitorsCoverage to better assist our global customers around the clock," said VisitorsCoverage CEO and Founder, Rajeev Shrivastava. "We are proud to be the first in the industry to adopt this method of deep learning to better serve global travelers, and look forward to continuing to create innovative insurtech solutions."
About VisitorsCoverage Inc. — VisitorsCoverage Inc. is a Silicon Valley-based insurtech company headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif. which provides travel insurance for millions of global travelers in over 175 countries. Founded in 2006 by insurtech pioneer and industry expert Rajeev Shrivastava, VisitorsCoverage is constantly evolving by creating innovative, market-demand products and by continually updating an extensive online knowledgebase for their global clientele. For more information visit http://www.visitorscoverage.com.

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Chapters Health System, one of the nation's premier not-for-profit, community-based healthcare organizations headquartered in Temple Terrace, today announced its expansion plans, which more than doubles its service area footprint. The health system was recently awarded the certificate of need (CON) for Service Area 3A by the Florida Agency for Healthcare Administration (AHCA), and plans are underway to bring not-for-profit hospice services back to the Florida Keys and surrounding areas.
"At Chapters Health, we are always looking for opportunities to increase and expand access to quality healthcare for a greater number of individuals in our communities who are faced with advancing age, complex medical conditions and end-of-life issues," said Andrew Molosky, MBA, FACHE, CHPCA, president and chief executive officer at Chapters Health. "With this mission in mind and the knowledge that there was an unmet need, we applied and were awarded the CON for Service Area 3A. In addition, we are well underway with our plans to return not-for-profit hospice services to the unique communities of the Florida Keys."
At the beginning of 2020, Chapters Health offered services in 11 Florida counties in west central Florida. Within the first 30 days of the new year, plans were set in motion to add Monroe and Miami-Dade counties to the Chapters Health portfolio. With AHCA's CON decision on the 11-county region in north and north-central Florida including Gainesville and Lake City, Chapters Health expands to a total of 24 counties.
"When fully operational, we will be the largest not-for-profit provider from a geographical perspective in the state — from the Florida/Georgia border almost contiguous to the southern tip of the Sunshine State," continued Molosky.
Chapters Health will operate as Chapters Health Hospice in Service Area 3A, which includes the following counties: Alachua, Bradford, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, Putnam, Suwannee and Union. The same name will be used in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. Chapters Health Hospice joins the other member organizations of the health system, which include Good Shepherd Hospice in Polk, Highlands and Hardee counties; Hospice of Okeechobee in Martin, Okeechobee and St. Lucie counties; HPH Hospice in Pasco, Hernando and Citrus counties and LifePath Hospice in Hillsborough County, and Chapters Health Home Care and Chapters Health Palliative Care.
"Down the road, once hospice services are fully operational for Chapters Health Hospice, we plan to increase and expand our portfolio to reflect Chapters Health's full continuum-of-care services including home health, palliative care and other community-based care models," added Molosky.
About Chapters Health System 
As a progressive leader and premier health system, Chapters Health System is dedicated to delivering innovative home health, palliative and hospice care along with durable medical equipment and pharmacy services. Since 1983 as a community-based, not-for-profit organization, Chapters Health has provided choices, education and guidance through its managed affiliates: Chapters Health Home Care, Chapters Health Palliative Care, Good Shepherd Hospice, Hospice of Okeechobee, HPH Hospice and LifePath Hospice, located in Citrus, Hardee, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Martin, Okeechobee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk and St. Lucie counties. All offerings are provided in order to improve the patient/family experience well in advance of end-of-life needs. To learn more, visit http://www.chaptershealth.org, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. 
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"When fully operational, we will be the largest not-for-profit provider from a geographical perspective in the state — from the Florida/Georgia border almost contiguous to the southern tip of the Sunshine State." ---Andrew Molosky, president/chief executive officer at Chapters Health System.



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Tell PAINWeek "How PAINWeek would benefit you and your ability to help patients?" Essay Submission Deadline is midnight EST, Sunday, May 31

MONTCLAIR, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
PAINWeek, convening September 8-12, the largest US pain conference and the favorite destination for frontline practitioners to enhance their competence in pain management, invites submissions to its annual essay contest. Ten winners will attend PAINWeek for FREE, and the Grand Prize winner will also receive 5 nights at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas! Just compose a compelling essay explaining why PAINWeek would be beneficial for your professional area of focus.
PAINWeek senior faculty member and scholarship chair, Kevin L. Zacharoff, MD, FACIP, FACPE, FAAP, commented, "When it comes to the PAINWeek Scholarship Essay Program, nothing beats 'real life.' What really is happening on the frontline of clinical practice and training? Essayists relate the true state of affairs in the clinical world. Equally important: hearing the aspirations and desires of so many hopeful and motivated individuals who really want to make a difference for the only people that matter—the patients." Dr. Zacharoff will also be presenting at PAINWeek 2020. He continued, "So many of us realize that education is critical to providing the best pain care available, and the people who write these essays are most often trying to fill gaps in their knowledge and help make them better clinicians."
All essays must be received by midnight EST on Sunday, May 31, 2020. Click here for details on the submission process. Scholarship winners will be notified via email and/or phone no later than June 19, 2020. Winners must respond by July 31, 2020. To read the 2019 scholarship winning essay, click here. 
PAINWeek offers a multidisciplinary faculty and diverse curriculum in acute, behavioral, and interventional pain management; chronic pain syndromes; medical/legal issues; neurology; palliative care; pharmacotherapy, and physical therapy along with over 30 Special Interest Sessions. More than 2,200 physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, pharmacists, hospitalists, psychologists, and social workers are expected to attend. There will be 120+ hours of continuing medical education across multiple therapeutic areas, taught by over 70 pain management thought leaders.
To learn more about PAINWeek or to register for the conference, click here or visit https://www.painweek.org/painweek.html. Call (973) 233.9797 for more information, or contact Holly Caster, hc@painweek.com.
About Global Education Group: 
Global Education Group focuses on producing partnership-based CME for healthcare practitioners. The Global team works with a select group of medical education companies, associations, academic institutions and healthcare facilities to develop and accredit live healthcare conferences and workshops as well as online activities. With each partnership or joint providership, Global brings accreditation expertise, project management excellence and grant funding intelligence. Based in Littleton, Colo., Global has accreditation with commendation from the ACCME. Global also holds accreditations to offer continuing education for nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, dietitians, dentists and psychologists. Global is a division of Ultimate Medical Academy.

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Verata Health, Inc., a physician-led artificial intelligence company solving the complexity of prior authorizations, announced today the expansion of its headquarters in Minneapolis, MN and the addition of a new technology office in Orlando, FL. The company has also hired Jim McDonnell as Senior Vice President of Growth and Commercial Operations as part of Verata's continued expansion.

BLOOMINGTON, MINN. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
Office Expansion
Verata Health recently expanded its corporate headquarters in Minneapolis. The company has already more than doubled its sales, marketing, and customer support teams and this new expansion will support the continued growth driven by both existing and new customers. Verata has also opened a second office near its Orlando, FL location to accommodate its growing technology and development teams.
Jim McDonnell joins Verata as SVP of Growth and Commercial Operations
To support continued expansion, Verata has hired Jim McDonnell to oversee sales operations and commercial partnerships. Jim joins Verata from IBM Watson Health and arrives as the customer base among providers and health systems is rapidly expanding across the country. McDonnell brings deep expertise in scaling provider-facing sales organizations as well as extensive experience with prior authorization. "We're thrilled to have Jim join our mission to help patients get the care they deserve. He's a wonderful human being and widely regarded for his industry knowledge and prior auth experience," says Dr. Jeremy Friese, CEO of Verata Health.
"Verata is the only company that has a true end-to-end solution for solving prior authorization," says Jim McDonnell, newly hired Senior Vice President of Growth and Commercial Operations. "I was blown away when I saw Verata's approach to prior authorization. While other companies help submit and track authorization requests, Verata is the only organization that has a complete solution for managing the prior authorization process – specifically tracking ever-changing payer rules, determining whether these rules are supported by the clinical documentation, building the relevant clinical bundle and ultimately submitting a clean and complete prior authorization request. Verata's platform truly addresses the issues that result in delays, peer-to-peer reviews and downstream claim denials."
The Prior Authorization Problem
Prior authorization represents one of the most expensive administrative processes in health care and is consistently rated the number one cause of burnout among physicians. Despite widespread physician and patient dissatisfaction, the volume of prior authorizations increased 14 percent year over year since 2018, according to industry data from CAQH.(1) As the burden of prior authorizations continues to increase, so does the need to manage the increasing challenges in delivering care.
To address these challenges, Verata leverages artificial intelligence to automate and streamline the prior authorization process, helping providers deliver the right care at the right time for their patients. Unlike robotic processing automation, which uses scripted programs ('bots') to handle simple, repetitive tasks, artificial intelligence can augment human teams completing complex tasks.
In addition to automatically preparing prior authorizations submissions and tracking approvals, Verata's platform's ability to complete complex prior authorization tasks, such as reviewing clinical documentation and grading medical necessity criteria, reduces the burden that falls on physicians and their staff. Thousands of providers have leveraged Verata artificial intelligence to relieve their prior authorization burden, and Verata Health's expansion and growth will help it meet the growing market demand for game-changing prior authorization solutions.
About Verata Health
Verata Health is a physician-led company helping medical practices and hospitals overcome the challenges of obtaining prior authorization. By leveraging powerful artificial intelligence, Verata Health automates both simple and complex prior authorizations, delivering immediate financial value and helping patients get the right care at the right time. For more information please visit https://www.veratahealth.com.
1.    2018 CAQH Index. "A Report of Healthcare Industry Adoption of Electronic Business Transactions and Cost Savings." Catalyst Newsletter. Available from: bit.ly/2RF4aPO.

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ISPE announced Wilson Bryan, MD, Director, Office of Tissues and Advanced Therapies, FDA, as a newly confirmed keynote for the 2020 ISPE Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Conference, taking place 1–3 June 2020 in Boston, Massachusetts.

BETHESDA, MD. (PRWEB) MARCH 10, 2020
The International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) announced Wilson Bryan, MD, Director, Office of Tissues and Advanced Therapies, FDA, as a newly confirmed keynote for the 2020 ISPE Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Conference, taking place 1–3 June 2020 in Boston, Massachusetts.
Wilson Bryan is a neurologist who graduated from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. He served on the neurology faculty of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School for 13 years. He has been an investigator on clinical trials in cerebrovascular disease and neuromuscular disorders, particularly amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Dr. Bryan joined the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2000, and now serves as Director of the Office of Tissues and Advanced Therapies (OTAT) in the FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER).
Dr. Bryan's keynote presentation will provide insights into current developments in regenerative medicine, future trends, and challenges with a special focus on the clinical development of gene therapies for rare diseases and implications for manufacturing.
The 2020 ISPE Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Conference will focus on innovation in facilities, production methods and technologies that enable a competitive and sustainable biopharmaceutical product supply for the future.  This conference will bring together experts that are developing, implementing, and operating advanced supply chains providing high-quality medicines to global markets. 
Topics that will be addressed at this conference include: 

Innovations in facility design and operation

Cell and gene therapy & biologics GMP

Implications of ICH Q12 for biopharma

Technology advancements

Regulatory updates, insights, and best practices

Automation and digitalization

Single-use technology

Preparing the biopharma workforce of the future

Immediately after the conference, ISPE will provide additional educational opportunities with the 2020 ISPE Continuous Manufacturing Workshop on 3–4 June and in-depth training on 4–5 June.
To explore the agenda and to register 2020 ISPE Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Conference, please visit ISPE.org/Bio20.
About ISPE 
The International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) is the world's largest not-for-profit association serving its members through leading scientific, technical, and regulatory advancement across the entire pharmaceutical lifecycle. The 18,500 members of ISPE are building solutions in the development and manufacture of safe, effective pharmaceutical and biologic medicines, and medical delivery devices in more than 90 countries around the world. Founded in 1980, ISPE has its worldwide headquarters and training center in North Bethesda, Maryland USA, and its operations center in Tampa, Florida USA. Visit http://www.ISPE.org for more information.
For more information, contact: 
Amy Henry 
Marketing Communications Manager 
International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) 
Tel: +1-813-960-2105 
Email: ahenry@ispe.org 
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Due to increased diagnoses and fear, HealthJoy makes special Coronavirus COVID-19 resources available within its app.

CHICAGO (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Healthcare guidance platform HealthJoy announced today it will create a set of specialized resources in its mobile app to respond to escalating member questions about the novel coronavirus causing the disease COVID-19.
Amid increasing US diagnoses and heightened fear, HealthJoy members can find answers by accessing resources in the HealthJoy app. HealthJoy will add a coronavirus support card to its app, which displays employee benefits in a digital wallet. The coronavirus card will include information directly from the CDC regarding support and testing, as well as contact information to connect members to live support from a healthcare concierge.
The company's healthcare team is fielding a high volume of calls fueled by fears of the virus. As COVID-19 cases in the US multiply, requests for appointments related to respiratory symptoms are spiking, HealthJoy CEO Justin Holland said.
HealthJoy's AI-powered chatbot and live support team work together to help members make medical appointments, schedule telemedicine visits, and answer company benefit questions via a mobile app.
"We've seen a real jump in messages about COVID-19," Holland said. "People are scared. We're dedicating a line to COVID-19 requests in an effort to proactively meet the needs of our members around the country."
HealthJoy's healthcare concierge team is ready to help members experiencing mild symptoms meet with a medical provider virtually through the platform's telemedicine feature, eliminating the risk of exposure that accompanies an unnecessary hospital visit. The concierge team will also help members find an in-person provider who can conduct testing and can even schedule an appointment on the member's behalf.
In light of the outbreak, Holland said the healthcare concierge team will help members make the most of other services as well. For instance, they will point members who may be experiencing anxiety or fear around the outbreak to online counseling via HealthJoy EAP (Employee Assistance Program) or similar employer-provided programs.
"We're ready to help members, whether that means directing them toward medical help or just easing their fears," Mr. Holland said. "This step is a natural extension of our mission to guide our members to affordable, high-quality healthcare and our vision of removing the complexity from being healthy."
About HealthJoy 
HealthJoy is a centralized benefits platform driven by AI technology and backed by live, personalized guidance. HealthJoy empowers employees to make the most of their benefits, meaning our clients see higher employee satisfaction, simplified cost containment, and fewer questions for HR.



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Octarine Bio IVS, a synthetic biology company developing functionally superior cannabinoid and psychedelic tryptamine derivatives has received funding from Danish State's investment fund, Vækstfonden.

COPENHAGEN, DENMARK (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Today, Octarine Bio IVS, a synthetic biology company developing functionally superior cannabinoid and psychedelic tryptamine derivatives, announced that the company has received funding from Vækstfonden. Vækstfonden is the Danish State's investment fund whose mission is to create a return on investment by contributing to the development of the Danish ecosystem.
"We're thrilled to be backed by the Danish State's investment fund, Vækstfonden. This really gives a quality stamp on our technology, business plan and team. The funding will allow us to rapidly expand our R&D," says Nethaji Gallage, CEO of Octarine.
Octarine's mission is to harness synthetic biology to develop functionally superior cannabinoid and psychedelic tryptamine derivatives to improve the health and well-being of people worldwide. Natural cannabinoids suffer limitations as therapeutics due to inherent issues such as insolubility, psycho-activity, chemical instability and low bioavailability. Octarine has developed in-cell enzymatic platforms to expand the chemical diversity of cannabinoids, allowing the production of superior molecules with improved chemical and pharmacokinetic properties.
Psilocybin and other psychedelic tryptamine derivatives are gaining momentum as breakthrough therapies for several neurological and psychological disorders. Development of this unique class of molecules is hindered, however, by limited access to a reliable and cost-effective supply. Octarine's biosynthetic platform provides scalable and cost-effective production of a range of natural and novel tryptamine derivatives for application as pharmaceutical drugs.
"We are very excited to support Octarine on their journey towards growth and scaling of their technology. Octarine is working in one of the promising areas of biotechnology, synthetic biology. The company's unique fermentation platform enables production of active compounds from plants in a very sustainable manner. This is an important aspect for Vækstfonden, as we are continuously looking for green technologies," says Lene Gerlach, investment manager, Vækstfonden. "The diversity of the team and the fact that the company is a university spin-out have also played a significant role for our decision to invest."
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Schools across North America are temporarily closing (or preparing to close), due to the Coronavirus pandemic that is seemingly affecting cities by the second. Schools are scrambling to find creative and relevant ways to keep students on-track and engaged as they learn from home.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Schools across North America are temporarily closing (or preparing to close), due to the Coronavirus pandemic that is seemingly affecting cities by the second. Schools are scrambling to find creative and relevant ways to keep students on-track and engaged as they learn from home.
Torah Live is stepping up and helping administrators by offering a free premium user account for all Jewish day schools and children in North America. The Torah Live premium membership includes access to all videos, games, quizzes and certificates of course completion. 8 schools have already taken advantage of this offer and signed their students up for free accounts.
"We recognize that continuing to impart Jewish studies and Torah study during this difficult time can be extremely challenging for schools and communities," Torah Live founder and director Rabbi Dan Roth said. "We're looking at this as an all hands on deck moment. The tech-team is working to ensure we can handle the influx, and we are hard at work getting the word out to parents. We want to help parents and educators get through this tough time as smoothly as possible."
Communities and schools of any size are eligible for these accounts, which will be given in 60-day increments. If your school would like to take advantage of this opportunity, please email: yisroel@torahlive.com for more information and to register.
Your school will receive a unique landing page and access code for your students, advice and direction on distributing this information to your students, and assistance in using TorahLive.com to suit your school's specific needs.



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San Diego-based Cammies & Canines, NeuroGen and EpigeneticsRx have launched an innovative research study to help veterans who are struggling with post-traumatic stress by implementing a program that personalizes a nutritional-based treatment protocol directed by a medical-grade genetic test.

SAN DIEGO (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
County of San Diego Supervisor Nathan Fletcher, a Marine Corps. combat veteran, supported the effort with a $60,000 Neighborhood Reinvestment Program grant from the County.    
"We have to take bold action to tackle our most serious challenges. Trying innovative healthcare practices to address mental health injury and substance use is the only way we can build a better way to provide behavioral health services," said Supervisor Fletcher. "We hope this study produces new information about how we can better assist veterans manage post-traumatic stress."
Since its launch in early February, the study has enrolled 30 veterans that are receiving genetic testing, personalized lifestyle coaching, nutritional-based treatment solutions, microcurrent neurofeedback and ongoing genomic counseling.
"We are excited to have the opportunity to collaborate on such a groundbreaking program to assist veterans," states Deb Hubers Co-Founder of EpigeneticsRx.
This program leverages EpigeneticsRx's years of research in functional genomics and provides veterans non-pharmaceutical, non-opioid, non-addicting, treatment solutions that are specifically tailored to each veteran's genetic profile.
This research taps into San Diego County's strength in genomics, the presence of the country's largest number of post-9/11 veterans, and some of the nation's most respected functional medicine physicians.
About Cammies & Canines 
It's our mission to end veteran suicide, veteran homelessness and of course impact the lives of our canine companions. We're a nondenominational, faith-based organization helping veterans by providing sober living transitional housing, structure and discipline, veteran-to-veteran support, canine companionship, and a chance to move from a state of homelessness to being employable living a purpose-driven life again. If you know a veteran in need who can benefit from our help, please let us know. We need your help to keep our mission alive & thriving. We are a 501(c)3 public charity. INFO@CammiesAndCanines.com or call (619) 468-6860.
About EpigeneticsRx 
EpigeneticsRx's secure platform is a one-stop digital destination to all the tools needed for precise, personalized, prevention based on genetics. We have spent over 6 years creating a solution alongside world-class Physicians, Pharmacists, Geneticists, Labs, Patients and Technologists. Our Precision Healthcare platform provides access to the tools Patients and Providers need to adapt and adopt Precision Healthcare - enabling the creation of a more effective personalized health plan, improving outcomes, lowering the cost of care, and reducing the risk of adverse events. Join the EpigeneticsRx community. Visit http://www.EpigeneticsRx.com and start living an inspired, healthy life.
About NeuroGen Brain Balancing 
NeuroGen's focus is on restoring health and improving the quality of the lives of it's clients. NeuroGen believes that neurological conditions like depression, anxiety, chronic pain, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, and insomnia all start in the brain. NeuroGen focuses on the root of the problem – NOT the symptoms. Neurogen can help. Discover how NeuroGen can help you get your life back. Our technology is FDA registered. NeuroGen is Veteran owned and supported. https://www.neurogenmcn.com/

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Activates Personalized Experiences Through Precisely the Right Channels at Scale

LIVONIA, MICH. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
RevSpring, the leading provider of healthcare financial engagement and payment solutions, today announced evoke(TM) Automate, a centralized OmniChannel engine that automates patient engagement strategically based on patient preference, engagement behavior, and desired outcomes.
Building upon the popularity of RevSpring's eVoke Digital First solution, which prioritizes digital statement delivery in advance of printed communications, eVoke Automate extends a patient-centric approach to every patient touchpoint, and prioritizes channels analytically.
"eVoke Automate is a true OmniChannel engagement platform that proactively engages with patients based on their unique needs," said Kristen Jacobsen, vice president of products and marketing at RevSpring. "Digital engagement is not about adding channels, or adding more communications, it's about using the right channels in the right way so providers can shift confidently to the digital experience patients expect."
RevSpring is working with clients like Pittsburgh-based UPMC, one of the largest integrated delivery systems in the nation, to transform their engagement experience.
"UPMC is committed to providing a convenient and positive patient experience with solutions that accommodate the preferences of our patients, including consolidated billing and digital payment options," said Karen Shaffer-Platt, vice president of revenue cycle at UPMC. "In our business partnership with RevSpring, we have found a like-minded partner with common goals of eliminating unnecessary administrative expenses - with reduction in paper statements, increased on-line payments, and decreased call volumes, allowing patient preference and control in managing their business and payment experience with us."
By putting the needs of each patient first, providers benefit by eliminating wasted communications to reduce costs. By using channels strategically, healthcare providers can invest in the best technologies as they eliminate non-performing ones.
eVoke Automate advances these capabilities for healthcare providers: 

    Execute outcome-based campaigns for statement delivery, reminders, notices, marketing, and more

    Manage patient consent centrally

    Orchestrate email, text, web, print, phone, and chat in one seamless platform

    Use AI to optimize engagement decisions at scale

    Visualize every patient financial journey to understand business opportunities and obstacles

"As providers grapple with how to get more accomplished at a lower cost, patients are clamoring for streamlined, effective digital interactions that save them time," said RevSpring CEO Scott MacKenzie. "With this new innovation, our customers get better engagement and reduced costs. Through these investments, we are leading the market in transformative digital solutions in healthcare."
RevSpring manages over 1.5 billion communications a year across every channel on behalf of their customers. A key differentiator of the eVoke Automate solution is the ability to truly analyze, understand behavior and orchestrate print as a channel as part of an OmniChannel engagement strategy, because RevSpring owns the print experience.
eVoke Automate is part of an integrated One Patient, One Voice solution that RevSpring unveils in a series of announcements. 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 patient engagement and payments everywhere will benefit 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 http://www.revspringinc.com/healthcare. 

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New board members bring strong mix of experience and position that will help GRI expand philanthropy for people in early recovery from substance use disorder (SUD)

SILVER SPRING, MD. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
The Global Recovery Initiatives Foundation (GRI) announced today the addition of four new members to its board of directors: international rock icon Nikki Sixx; entertainment industry legend Allen Kovac; Fors Marsh Group's (FMG) Director of Special Initiatives Matt Escoubas, and iHeartMedia VP Alexandra Cameron.
Pam Cytron, CEO of Pando Systems and board chairman of the GRI said, "We are thrilled to add these new board members who will bring their wisdom, expertise, and networks to expand philanthropy for people in early recovery from substance use disorder (SUD)—a nationwide problem that affects every sector of American life—from individuals and their families to the country's employers and communities."
About the New Board Members:
Nikki Sixx is a founding member and the bassist of the band Mötley Crüe (over 100 million albums sold worldwide) as well as the author of three New York Times bestselling books, including his memoir The Heroin Diaries, which will debut as a musical in 2020. He is 18 years sober and has been a dedicated recovery advocate, philanthropist, and public speaker. He is a frequent media contributor to CNN, Fast Company, MSNBC, The Washington Post, The Guardian, and Rolling Stone. He has also spoken to members of Congress for National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month.
Allen Kovac, a 40-year veteran of the entertainment industry, founded Better Noise Music (AKA, Eleven Seven Music Group), Tenth Street Entertainment, and TDA Productions. He has developed and promoted a wide range of artists, including Tom Petty, Talking Heads, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Duran Duran, The Cranberries, Mötley Crüe, and Meatloaf.
In 2006, Allen founded Better Noise Music to give artists an integrated worldwide marketing platform and direct distribution with iTunes, Amazon, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, and Deezer. Better Noise has been named the #1 Active Rock label by Mediabase two years in a row (2018 and 2019).
In 2019, Allen was honored by Sir Richard Branson with the Innovator Award at the Association of Independent Music (AIM) Awards.
Allen has produced a number of programs that focus on SUD. He co-produced the highly successful Netflix biopic, The Dirt, based on the best-selling autobiography of the band Mötley Crüe. He also produced Sno Babies, a gripping story about a 16-year-old heroin-addicted honor student that shows how one can begin recovery; the movie is scheduled for release in 2020. In addition, he is the producer of The Heroin Diaries, a theater show based on the bestselling memoir of the same name by Nikki Sixx, which will run in 20 cities across the United States beginning in fall 2020.
Matt Escoubas is Director of Special Initiatives at Fors Marsh Group (FMG) where he oversees the company's social purpose division tasked with addressing social challenges through in-kind, employee-led project teams. Throughout Matt's career he has championed causes that strive to improve lives through evidence-based research. He brings more than 25 years of experience to his current role having led a wide array of public health and social change campaigns on behalf of federal and private sector clients. His work spans a range of topics, including opioid use disorder, addiction recovery, heart disease and stroke prevention, tobacco prevention, and pediatric palliative care. His efforts have received multiple industry awards, including a PR News Platinum Award, Bronze Anvil Award, two National Health Information Awards, and three Thoth Awards.
Alexandra Cameron is Vice President Strategic Partnerships & Government Initiatives for iHeartMedia. She also leads iHeartMedia's significant commitment toward combatting the opioid epidemic, including its role as cofounder of The National Opioid Action Coalition (NOAC). iHeart's active role in responding to the crisis has included thought leadership events and multiple audio and digital campaigns to heighten awareness and break stigma around substance use disorder, including a National Recovery Month effort which enlisted artist support from Macklemore, Camila Cabello, Dan + Shay and others. iHeartMedia and NOAC have adopted GRI as a charitable partner for SUD issues. Alexandra is also on the Advertising Week Advisory Council and is the former CEO of Keek, a startup social video network, growing it to 75 million users. She has served as Chair and Board Director for numerous industry trade organizations and spent over 5 years as Market Manager for 3 iconic NY radio brands.
About Better Noise Music
BETTER NOISE MUSIC is the premiere independent music label under BETTER NOISE ENTERTAINMENT, a content creation and marketing company that produces music, books, films, documentaries, TV shows, theatrical productions and tours. Better Noise Music (formerly Eleven Seven Music), founded in 2006 by music industry veteran and independent pioneer Allen Kovac, focuses on artist development and has grown into a music industry independent powerhouse, with a roster including Five Finger Death Punch, AWOLNATION, Mötley Crüe, Atlas Genius, Papa Roach, Bad Wolves, Nothing More and The Hu. Partnering with FUGA, AMPED and Membran, the company operates a global marketing and distribution platform with offices in New York, Los Angeles, Nashville, London, Berlin, Toronto and Sydney. https://betternoise.com/
About FMG
Fors Marsh Group (FMG) applies science and strategy to create positive behavior change in people and program and policy improvements in large organizations and government. This work is conducted within seven core U.S. markets: health, defense, technology, finance, homeland security, policy, and consumer. As a certified B Corporation, FMG's business practices create positive impact beyond our client portfolio, extending into the community through pro bono service to nonprofits aligned with FMG's corporate values.
About GRI
The Global Recovery Initiatives Foundation (GRI) is the first and only national community foundation dedicated to building philanthropy for organizations that deliver recovery support services to people with SUD.
GRI funds the expansion of organizations that have demonstrated success in: 

Deploying public, private, and pop culture resources to strengthen the field of recovery;

Engaging philanthropy leaders to invest in nonprofit, recovery-focused programs and making grants in local communities throughout the United States; and

Reducing the stigma around SUD and recovery.

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As health concerns rise and the human population find themselves at potential risk, the veterinary profession is now seeking immediate continuous care solutions. Today, BabelBark, Inc., a pet-related software developer, announced it is offering veterinary practices across the United States and Canada, the ability to use its BabelVet platform, free of charge, to remotely connect with their pet owners and continue veterinary care.

NEWTON, MASSACHUSETTS (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
As health concerns rise and the human population find themselves at potential risk, the veterinary profession is now seeking immediate continuous care solutions. Today, BabelBark, Inc., a pet-related software developer, announced it is offering veterinary practices across the United States and Canada, the ability to use its BabelVet platform, free of charge, to remotely connect with their pet owners and continue veterinary care.
BabelVet is a comprehensive health dashboard linking veterinarians directly to their pet parents' phones, medical records and allowing direct communication between the veterinarian and pet owner using photos, text and video. This remote monitoring allows at-risk owners to stay home without compromising others' health and safety and still get medical care for their pets.
With health concerns on the rise, communities are preparing and implementing safeguards to reduce contact with potential illness. This includes veterinary practices who must ensure both pet owners and staff are safe on a daily basis. BabelVet allows practices to offer a flexible option for staff who may be at risk. Those employees who are highest at risk can work remotely to monitor pet owner health reports.
For more information from the CDC, click here and to offer continuous solutions to pet owners, visit BabelVet.
About BabelBark, Inc. 
BabelBark is a unique digital platform dedicated to connecting families to the many facets of their pet's life. The integrated app and software system help pet parents better understand their dog or cat to provide them the happiest and healthiest life possible, while also helping pet businesses and veterinarians communicate directly with customers and clients. It means BabelBark can help connect the love for each pet while revolutionizing veterinary care and pet business models, giving pet parents a key tool they want — a digital and personal healthcare team. For more information, visit BabelBark, BizBark and BabelVet.

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In response to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak in the United States, a growing number of cases being diagnosed in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the concurrent presence of influenza, Allegheny Health Network (AHN) officials today announced new, temporary restrictions on patient visitation at its hospitals in order to protect patients and caregivers. The new policy will limit the number of visitors for a patient to one at a time in the patient's hospital room.

PITTSBURGH (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak in the United States, a growing number of cases being diagnosed in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the concurrent presence of influenza, Allegheny Health Network (AHN) officials today announced new, temporary restrictions on patient visitation at its hospitals in order to protect patients and caregivers. The new policy will limit the number of visitors for a patient to one at a time in the patient's hospital room.
AHN is also asking individuals who may be sick themselves, including those experiencing symptoms such as fever, cough or sore throat, to not visit the hospital unless they are seeking medical treatment, while reminding visitors that the best way to prevent the spread of illness is appropriate hand washing and sanitizing when entering and exiting patient rooms.
"At a time of heightened public health concerns related to both COVID-19 and a particularly severe influenza season, it is critical that we take every step possible to protect our patients and caregivers from the risk of exposure to infectious disease," said Brian Parker, MD, AHN's Chief Quality Officer. "Patient and caregiver safety is our highest priority and we greatly appreciate the support and cooperation of visitors in the efforts we are making to minimize health risks to their loved ones."
Dr. Parker said AHN is also discouraging large groups of visitors for individual patients at this time to further promote the safest environment possible across the entire hospital, including waiting rooms, lobbies and other common areas.    Digital channels such as FaceTime and Snapchat are being recommended as an options for remotely connecting with loved ones during their stay at the network's hospitals.
In early February, AHN implemented a comprehensive pandemic response plan to effectively screen and care for patients presenting with symptoms of an infectious respiratory disease and meeting other criteria established by the Centers for Disease Control. The enhanced screening processes are being carried out at all access points across the health network, including its hospital emergency departments, surgery centers, urgent care clinics, rehabilitation facilities, physician practices and home health services.
AHN is also ramping up its telehealth capabilities to provide patients with timely, convenient access to clinicians from the comfort of their homes through video visits. Video visits are an option to AHN patients who have signed up for MyChart - a dynamic, one-stop digital platform connected to AHN's electronic health records system that puts a host of vital health resources at a patient's fingertips, from access to medical records and test results, to appointment scheduling, medication refilling and a direct links to communicate with physicians.
"While calling 911 or going to the hospital is always best if you are experiencing a significant health emergency, the CDC and other health authorities are recommending that people who have flu-like symptoms call their doctor first to be screened before going into the office or to the emergency department," Dr. Parker said. "We are asking our patients to do the same, or to call the AHN 24/7 Nurse phone line (412-Nurse4U). We also strongly encourage video visits through MyChart, which may actually be the best option of all. Through the convenience of a computer, tablet or mobile device, patients are just a few clicks away from a secure, face-to-face connection with an AHN clinician who can discuss their symptoms and concerns, and prescribe the care regimen they need."
D. Parker said patients should always check with their health plan to understand their benefits and access to telehealth services.
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About the Allegheny Health Network: 
Allegheny Health Network (AHN.org), a Highmark Health company, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving the greater Western Pennsylvania region. The Network is composed of 10 hospitals, a research institute; ambulatory surgery centers, Health + Wellness Pavilions; an employed physician organization, home and community based health services and a group purchasing organization. The Network provides patients with access to a complete spectrum of advanced medical services, including nationally recognized programs for primary and emergency care, cardiovascular disease, cancer care, orthopedic surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, women's health, diabetes and more. AHN employs approximately 21,000 people, has more than 2,500 physicians on its medical staff and serves as a clinical campus for Drexel University College of Medicine, Temple University School of Medicine, and the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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"At a time of heightened public health concerns related to both COVID-19 and a particularly severe influenza season, it is critical that we take every step possible to protect our patients and caregivers," said Brian Parker, MD, AHN's Chief Quality Officer.



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Designation Recognizes Dr. Verni's Commitment to Exemplary Care, Extensive UroLift System Experience

PLEASANTON, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that Michael Verni, MD, Urology Center in Las Vegas, NV, has been designated as a UroLift Center of Excellence. The designation recognizes that Dr. Verni has achieved a high level of training and experience with the UroLift System and demonstrated a commitment to exemplary care for men suffering from symptoms associated with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate.
Recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines, the FDA-cleared Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH. The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue.
The UroLift Center of Excellence program is designed to highlight urologists who are committed to educating their patients on BPH and the UroLift System as a treatment option and consistently seek to deliver excellent patient outcomes and experiences.    
"Dr. Michael Verni has earned the UroLift Center of Excellence designation for his dedication to improving the lives of men who previously suffered from BPH symptoms and delivering superior patient outcomes with the UroLift System treatment," said Dave Amerson, president of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit.
Over 40 million men in the United States are affected by BPH, a condition that occurs when the prostate gland that surrounds the male urethra becomes enlarged with advancing age and begins to obstruct the urinary system. Symptoms of BPH often include interrupted sleep and urinary problems and can cause loss of productivity, depression and decreased quality of life.
Medication is often the first-line therapy for enlarged prostate, but relief can be inadequate and temporary. Side effects of medication treatment can include sexual dysfunction, dizziness and headaches, prompting many patients to quit using the drugs. For these patients, the classic alternative is surgery that cuts, heats or removes prostate tissue to open the blocked urethra. While current surgical options can be very effective in relieving symptoms, they can also leave patients with permanent side effects such as urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and retrograde ejaculation.
About the UroLift System
The FDA-cleared UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a minimally invasive transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue. Clinical data from a pivotal 206-patient randomized controlled study showed that patients with enlarged prostate receiving UroLift implants reported rapid and durable symptomatic and urinary flow rate improvement without compromising sexual function*1,2. Patients also experienced a significant improvement in quality of life. Over 100,000 men have been treated with the UroLift System in the U.S. Most common adverse events reported include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence. Most symptoms were mild to moderate in severity and resolved within two to four weeks after the procedure. The Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. The UroLift System is available in the U.S., Europe, Australia, Canada, Mexico and South Korea. Learn more at http://www.urolift.com.
About NeoTract | Teleflex Interventional Urology
A wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated, the Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our initial focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift System, a minimally invasive permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving normal sexual function*1,2. Learn more at http://www.neotract.com.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people's lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit http://www.teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow, Deknatel, Hudson RCI, LMA, Pilling, Rusch, UroLift and Weck – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose
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2.McVary, J Sex Med 2016 
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The Pet Food Institute partners with the Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER), North American Renderers Association (NARA) on first-of-its-kind research that finds U.S. pet food manufacturers not only provide balanced, safe meals for America's dogs and cats, but also stimulate the overall agricultural economy through the purchase of ingredients, labor and services from related industries.

WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
First-of-its-kind research finds that U.S. pet food manufacturers not only provide balanced, safe meals for America's dogs and cats, but also stimulate the overall agricultural economy through the purchase of ingredients, labor and services from related industries. The Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER), North American Renderers Association (NARA) and Pet Food Institute (PFI) released a new, jointly funded report today detailing the purchasing power of the $30 billion pet food industry and its economic implications for U.S. agriculture and rural communities. The report also includes an in-depth review of the diverse ingredients most commonly included in dog or cat food. The full report is available online at ifeeder.org.
"This is the first time our three organizations – IFEEDER, NARA and PFI – have partnered using our unique expertise to address a knowledge gap on behalf of our members," said Constance Cullman, IFEEDER president. "We were able to develop a comprehensive study that illustrates just how remarkable our industry is at feeding America's cats and dogs, stimulating the rural economy and meeting its commitments to sustainability."
The research finds that U.S. pet food manufacturers give back to the agricultural economy by using 8.65 million tons of animal- and plant-based ingredients for dog and cat food to provide the complete nutrition that pets need, at a value of $6.9 billion. The data, compiled and presented by the economic research and analysis firm Decision Innovation Solutions (DIS), shows that pet food manufacturers use an estimated 3.8 million tons of animal-based products, such as rendered products or meat and poultry. Pet food manufacturers also use 4 million tons of farm and farm-product processor ingredients, such as grains, soy products and fruits and vegetables, and approximately 200,000 tons of seafood products. Many of these ingredients are left over from making food for people, such as parts of the animal that people do not eat, reducing food and environmental waste while still providing the nutrition pets need.
Pet food manufacturers produced approximately 10 million tons of dog and cat food in the one-year period studied between June 2018 and June 2019. The top five ingredients used in pet food, based on volume, were whole grains, poultry, meat and bone meal, corn gluten meal and soybean meal. Among U.S. Department of Agriculture defined specialty crops – peas, beet pulp and sweet potatoes topped the list of leading ingredients. A review of pet food labels found more than 500 diverse ingredients used in pet food, indicating a variety of choices available for shoppers to meet their pets' needs.
The research also showed that U.S. pet food manufacturers are buying many of their ingredients from America's heartland, with the top five states being Missouri, Kansas, Pennsylvania, Iowa and Ohio. Ingredients purchases reached almost $1 billion in Missouri alone. The purchase of these products from farmers and farmer-product processors stimulates additional upstream economic activity to other related agricultural industries via the multiplier effect. The exchange of pet food ingredients leads to the purchase of an additional $5.3 billion of important materials and services for farmers and farm processors, such as crop inputs, machinery and labor. In addition, those suppliers buy an additional $4.1 billion in services, equipment and labor to meet related needs.
"Two-thirds of U.S. households have a pet at home, meaning that the pet food industry not only plays an important role in the lives of more than 100 million families, but also for our country's agricultural community," said Dana Brooks, president and CEO of PFI. "This data is an important step in helping to quantify the economic value this industry brings to our economy and all of U.S. agriculture. As pet lovers, we've known the value that pets bring to our lives, but can now further confirm the significance of the entire pet food industry."
The rendered protein ingredients that pet food manufacturers use to make pet food are highly sustainable. Rendering reduces food waste by transforming otherwise unused portions of an animal to create safe and nutritious pet food ingredients. The rendering process also naturally returns billions of gallons of water into the environment as clean water and has a greenhouse gas reduction equivalent of removing millions of cars off the road, all sustainable practices that are reflected in the finished pet food product.
"With pet parents' growing interest in the sustainability and carbon footprint of their pets' food, we feel it is important to highlight that the rendered protein ingredients in their pets' food is not only nutritious but is also helping to reduce food waste," said Nancy Foster, president and CEO of NARA. "While about half of an animal isn't eaten by people, that food provides proteins that our pets crave due to the high nutrient content. Rendering takes that material, which would have otherwise been wasted in landfills or going down the drain, and transforms it into the safe and nutritious pet food that dogs and cats need."
A full version of the report prepared by DIS, as well as an interactive map detailing economic projections at a state level, are available online at ifeeder.org.
ABOUT INSTITUTE FOR FEED EDUCATION AND RESEARCH 
Founded in 2009 by the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), the Institute for Feed Education and Research is a 501 (c)(3) public charity and is a critical link in the ever-evolving food supply chain. Serving as a champion for the animal food industry, IFEEDER supports critical education and research initiatives that ensure consumers have access to a safe, healthy and sustainable food supply. IFEEDER focuses its work in two primary areas: funding critical animal feed and pet food research to support AFIA's legislative and regulatory positions, and developing appropriate messaging for policymakers, consumer influencers and stakeholders, which highlights the industry's positive contributions to the availability of safe, wholesome and affordable food and the preservation of our natural resources.
ABOUT PET FOOD INSTITUTE 
Since 1958, the Pet Food Institute has been the voice of the U.S. pet food and treat makers. PFI is the industry's representative before Congress and state legislatures, as well as state and federal agencies; public education and media relations resource; organizer of seminars and educational programs; and liaison with other organizations. PFI represents the companies that make 98 percent of U.S. dog and cat food and treat products, an industry with more than $30 billion in U.S. retail sales and $1.62 billion in exports in 2019. Visit petfoodinstitute.org to learn more.
ABOUT NARA 
The North American Renderers Association (NARA) represents the interests of the North American rendering industry to regulatory and other governmental agencies, promotes the greater use of animal byproducts, and fosters the opening and expansion of trade between foreign buyers and North American exporters. In addition to its U.S.-based headquarters, the association maintains offices in Mexico and Hong Kong, and has market consultants in strategic locations around the world. NARA publishes a bi-monthly trade magazine, Render. For more information, visit NARA.org.

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The new elearning course titled Coronavirus Preparedness for Employers and Employees is being offered at no charge on vubiz.com

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Vubiz creates new Coronavirus Elearning Course for Free
Vubiz has created a new online course to help inform about the Coronavirus and prevent its spread. The new elearning course titled Coronavirus Preparedness for Employers and Employees is being offered at no charge on vubiz.com and gives you simple steps to stay healthy and prevent the spread of the disease. The course features the latest information the CDC, the WHO and CCOHS. Topics include: awareness about what the coronavirus is, signs and symptoms, transmission and how to prevent, how to care for patients at home and how to prepare the workplace.
This new course describes how to protect yourself at work and how to develop a workplace preparedness plan. The course also offers three strategies to prepare and protect your company.
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D•R Burton Healthcare Products LLC is a leading manufacturer of Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure (OPEP) products that can provide supporting treatment of some COVID-19 symptoms, particularly symptoms of respiratory airway infections that can precede pneumonia and further progress to more serious complications.

FARMVILLE, N.C. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
D•R Burton Healthcare Products LLC is a leading manufacturer of Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure (OPEP) products that can provide supporting treatment of some COVID-19 symptoms, particularly symptoms of respiratory airway infections that can precede pneumonia and further progress to more serious complications.
The FDA has cleared the use of Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure (OPEP) products which are known to decrease the burden of respiratory pathogens by promoting airway secretion clearance. OPEPs are widely accepted by the medical community for helping to reduce the likelihood that respiratory infections progress to pneumonia and even more serious complications including death.
Despite the familiarity in the medical community with these products, OPEPs are largely unknown to the U.S. general public except for patients living with chronic lung diseases such as Cystic Fibrosis, COPD, and Bronchiectasis to name a few. D•R Burton manufactures small hand-held OPEPs that can be easily self-administered in hospitals, nursing homes, and the home setting by most patients. These devices can also be filtered with a common bacteria/viral filter to alleviate concern of droplet transmission.
While researchers race for a cure, our country and the world face a public health challenge of treating infected people. OPEP therapy is not a direct treatment for the COVID-19 virus, but it is our hope that increased awareness of OPEP therapy could help in the current health challenge by offering proven and available therapy for symptoms of respiratory tract infections associated with the COVID-19 virus.
About D•R Burton Healthcare Products LLC 
D•R Burton Healthcare Products LLC, innovators in medical devices, was founded by clinicians with deep expertise in respiratory care and anesthesia. Together we design, develop and market medical device products that allow patients to heal faster and provide value to our partners and consumers. Our unique clinical perspective drives our unwavering commitment to provide clinicians and their patients with a world class user experience. For more information, please visit http://www.drburtonhpi.com




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MaidPro, a residential house cleaning business, has reported a spike in home cleaning requests as fears and cases of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) increase. Many people are reaching out to the professional cleaners for a disinfecting clean of their entire home.

BOSTON (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
MaidPro, a residential house cleaning business, has reported a spike in home cleaning requests as fears and cases of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) increase. Many people are reaching out to the professional cleaners for a disinfecting clean of their entire home.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Coronavirus is a respiratory disease that has been detected in more than 100 locations internationally. As of March 9, 2020, there have been 423 cases reported and 19 total deaths in the United States. The virus has spread across 35 states including the District of Columbia.
"The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person between people who are in close contact within one another (within about 6 feet)," states the CDC. "Respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes can land in the mouths or noses of people. It may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose or possibly their eyes, but this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads," the CDC continues.
While most are taking extra precautions with their personal hygiene, many homeowners are turning to the professionals to deep clean their homes. MaidPro has been in the cleaning business for over 28 years and prides itself on using the most effective and safe strategies to keep homes and families healthy.
"Whether it is COVID-19 or just a routine clean, our PROs are trained to handle all situations with thoroughness and care," says Mark Kushinsky, MaidPro Franchise CEO. "We are taking this virus very seriously. We use hospital-grade disinfectants and have put extra policies and procedures in place to keep our employees and our customers safe."
MaidPro has detailed some tips to help keep your home COVID-19 free: 

There is a difference between sanitizing and disinfecting. Use cleaning products that clearly state "disinfectant". Leave the product on surfaces for 10 minutes before wiping down.

Disinfect commonly touched objects.

Use different towels/sponges when cleaning different rooms to prevent the spread of germs.

Wash hands with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds. Keep hands away from the face.

If you or a loved one feels ill, stay home and seek medical attention. Stay informed using the CDC.

As the battle against COVID-19 continues, MaidPro encourages people to take their sanitation seriously. Whether the virus is in your immediate area or not, taking preventative actions to keep yourself and home clean will support a higher quality of life.
ABOUT MAIDPRO 
MaidPro is a Boston-based franchisor of house cleaning services with over 285 locations in 38 states, the District of Columbia, and Canada. The company, which began franchising in 1997, takes pride in its strong owner community, cutting-edge technology, and creative marketing. It has been honored with the Franchise Business Review's Four-Star Rating and Franchise 50 awards every year from 2006 to 2020 for owner satisfaction. Forbes has named MaidPro a Top Franchise to Own three times. MaidPro was named one of the Top 50 Franchises for Minorities by USA Today's Franchising Today. MaidPro is also a proud member of the International Franchise Association, Canadian Franchise Association, and the New England Franchise Association. The company can be found online at http://www.maidprofranchise.com.

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"We are taking this virus very seriously. We use hospital-grade disinfectants and have put extra policies and procedures in place to keep our employees and our customers safe."



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Louisville-based Confluent Health announces expansion in Florida market with private practice partnership

LOUISVILLE, KY. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Confluent Health is proud to announce their newest partnership, Tallahassee Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy (TOSPT), a physical therapist-owned rehabilitation company specializing in the treatment of orthopedic, sports, and industrial injuries with three locations in Tallahassee, Madison, and Crawfordville, Florida.
"Since we treated our first patient at TOSPT more than 32 years ago, we have been committed to providing top notch patient experiences and unmatched customer service to everyone who walks through our doors," said founder Kent Knisley PT, DPT, ATC, and CEO. "A commitment to providing the best opportunities for our staff to learn and grow is integral to Confluent Health's way of doing business. That's why this partnership was forged. We are so excited to continue to grow with Confluent Health in the Florida communities we serve."
The agreement, effective February 10, 2020, maintains TOSPT brand and namesake while allowing them access to Confluent Health's shared management services, including accounting and finance, talent acquisition, marketing, and staff development opportunities. Through Confluent Health, TOSPT's support staff and clinicians will also have greater access to Evidence In Motion's nationally recognized physical therapy education programs and the financial support to fuel further expansion across the region.
"We offer our warmest welcome to Kent and the TOSPT team. I have known Kent for years and his leadership team are graduates of the EIM Private Practice Management Executive Program. Their outstanding clinical focus and tradition rich history are exactly the practices we love to join in partnership," said Confluent Health CEO, Dr. Larry Benz, DPT, OCS, MBA, MAPP.
For more information Tallahassee Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy (TOSPT), please visit http://www.tospt.com. To learn more about Confluent Health, visit http://www.goconfluent.com.
About Confluent Health: 
Confluent Health is a Louisville, Kentucky-based private equity holding company focused on creating a healthcare system that recognizes physical and occupational therapy providers as the Best First Choice for preventing and managing musculoskeletal and movement disorders. Confluent Health offers the following management services: evidence-based practice, patient loyalty, regulatory assurance, marketing and branding, clinic operations, hiring and retention, strategy, accounting and finance, and customer service to Baton Rouge Physical Therapy – Lake, BreakThrough Physical Therapy, Capitol Physical Therapy, the Evidence In Motion family of companies, Fit For Work, Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy, Pappas Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy Central, ProActive Physical Therapy Specialists, ProRehab Physical Therapy, Redbud Physical Therapy, RET Physical Therapy Group, Rehab Therapy Works, Lake Center for Rehab, SporTherapy, and Texas Physical Therapy Specialists, and Tallahassee Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy. Together, these companies share a common ownership team and are committed to developing a learning, purpose, and coaching culture.

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A commitment to providing the best opportunities for our staff to learn and grow is integral to Confluent Health's way of doing business. That's why this partnership was forged.



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American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc. announces the Energy-Based Scar Management special issue of it's official journal, Lasers in Surgery and Medicine

WAUSAU, WIS. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Twenty-six of the world's leading experts in dermatology and plastic and reconstructive surgery convened to create the Laser Treatment of Traumatic Scars and Contractures: 2020 International Consensus Recommendations. Their goal was to highlight the tremendous potential of laser techniques, offer recommendations for safe and efficacious treatment, and promote wider patient access guided by future high‐quality research.
The international consensus recommendations are featured in the February 2020 issue of Lasers in Surgery and Medicine (LSM), the official journal of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc. (ASLMS). The special issue, led by guest editor, Peter R. Shumaker, MD, is titled Energy-Based Scar Management. View the full issue: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/10969101/2020/52/2
The consensus recommendations article includes extensive, detailed discussion regarding a variety of laser platforms commonly used for traumatic scar management such as vascular lasers and ablative and non‐ablative fractional lasers, special considerations such as coding and laser treatments in skin of color, and 25 summary consensus recommendations. View the full article: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/lsm.23201
"The discovery of the transformative capabilities of fractional lasers, particularly ablative fractional lasers, has invigorated the entire field of inquiry and offered new hope to millions of patients worldwide who suffer from disfiguring and disabling scars," said Shumaker. "However, patients without access to these treatments may not be receiving the best available care after injury.
One of the primary motivations for publishing this multidisciplinary international expert consensus is to continue to help establish ablative fractional lasers and other laser procedures as a worldwide standard of care and bring practice more in line with current knowledge."
Peter Shumaker, MD, spent more than a third of his 22 years of service in the United States Navy as Chairman of the Department of Dermatology at the Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD). For more than a decade Dr. Shumaker and colleagues have been dedicated to facilitating the functional and cosmetic recovery of wounded warriors and other patients with traumatic scarring and other related injuries. He has presented nationally and internationally on cutting edge scar management, co-authored articles published in top journals from 7 different medical specialties, led an annual national multidisciplinary Summit on trauma rehabilitation, served as team lead for a multi-year engagement in burn scar revision and restorative medicine in Vietnam, and served as co-Editor for The Scar Book published in 2017, the first comprehensive textbook on scar pathophysiology and management. He currently serves on the Editorial Board for Lasers in Surgery and Medicine.
The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc. (ASLMS) is the largest multidisciplinary professional organization dedicated to the development and application of lasers and related technology for health care applications. ASLMS promotes excellence in patient care by advancing biomedical application of lasers and other related technologies worldwide. ASLMS membership includes physicians and surgeons representing more than 51 specialties, physicists involved in product development, biomedical engineers, biologists, nurses, industry representatives and manufacturers. For more information, visit https://aslms.org/.

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Peter R. Shumaker, MD

The discovery of the transformative capabilities of fractional lasers, particularly ablative fractional lasers, has invigorated the entire field of inquiry and offered new hope to millions of patients worldwide who suffer from disfiguring and disabling scars



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Value-based ACO improves quality, coordination of care for beneficiaries

KANSAS CITY, MO. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Today, Caravan Health announced a new collaboration with WakeMed Health & Hospitals, a leading health system based in Raleigh, N.C., to provide patients greater value and access to care. WakeMed joins a Caravan Health Collaborative Accountable Care Organization (ACO) – a value-based care model that delivers high quality, better-coordinated, more cost-effective care.
In an ACO, doctors, hospitals and health care providers work together to provide high quality care and improve cost efficiency. WakeMed and its Physician Practices join providers nationwide and Caravan Health to participate in the Medicare Shared Savings Program. By focusing on key population health initiatives that include prevention and coordination of care throughout the health care continuum, medical costs are controlled and care is provided at greater value.
WakeMed brings more than 5,000 attributed lives to the collaborative ACO and 68 primary care providers. With one million patient visits each year, WakeMed is the largest provider of care in Wake County and home to three full-service, acute care hospitals as well as a dedicated Heart Center, Rehabilitation Hospital and other specialty facilities and physician practices.
"With a focus on providing quality and value-based care, we are pleased to join the Caravan Collaborative as the next step in our journey," says Teresa Amerson, MD, WakeMed's medical director for Primary Care. "We know that the best way for us to succeed in reducing costs is to work together. With a large Caravan collaborative ACO, we can learn from other health systems' best practices and have comparative data to help us make even better decisions for our patients."
Caravan Health-affiliated ACOs are national leaders in delivering quality and reducing total costs for Medicare, saving the program an average of $173 per patient each year, and returning more than $46 million directly to its providers. One key to this success is to build larger ACOs with more attributed lives to protect against normal fluctuations in health care costs. All ACOs will have to take on financial risk within the next few years. The best way for providers to succeed in value-based payment models is to work together and increase their collective scale.
"Caravan Health is looking forward to working closely with WakeMed in the coming years," said Tim Gronniger, Caravan Health CEO and President. "North Carolina has taken a leadership position in nationwide payment reform, and we're excited to support one of the leading health systems in the region in its efforts to improve care for all of its patients."
About Caravan Health 
Caravan Health helps providers make accountable care work regardless of their size, location, history, or demographics. Caravan Health gives community health systems and providers a way to create more scale, drive more change, and generate more revenue. The 250+ health systems who have turned to Caravan achieved single-year savings greatly exceeding the national average. Health systems and providers across the country are using our proven population health programs to ensure better outcomes for their patients every day. With Caravan Health, now the numbers work. For more information visit http://www.caravanhealth.com.
About WakeMed Health & Hospitals 
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed is a nationally recognized, private, not-for-profit health system founded and based in Raleigh, N.C. The largest health system in Wake County, WakeMed exists to improve the health and well-being of our community by providing outstanding, compassionate, patient- and family-centered care to all. The 941-bed system comprises a network of facilities throughout the Triangle area, including three full-service hospitals, all delivering health and wellness care and innovative services that bring added value to the communities we serve. WakeMed is a leader in heart and vascular care, women's and children's services, emergency medicine and trauma care, physical rehabilitation, orthopedics and neurosciences. WakeMed's team of more than 9,700 employees, 1,500 volunteers, 1,300 affiliated physicians and 525 employed physicians and providers represent the best minds and the biggest hearts to ensure the finest quality in health care and community health. For more information, visit http://www.wakemed.org or follow WakeMed on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

"North Carolina has taken a leadership position in nationwide payment reform, and we're excited to support one of the leading health systems in the region in its efforts to improve care for all of its patients," said Tim Gronniger, Caravan Health CEO and President



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St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport, Connecticut recently became the 21st hospital in Connecticut to incorporate CCAR's Emergency Department Recovery Coach Program into their Emergency Department.

BRIDGEPORT, CONN. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
On March 9th, St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport became the 21st hospital in Connecticut to incorporate the Emergency Department Recovery Coach (EDRC) program from the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) into their Emergency Department. The program launch at St. Vincent's is the result of collaborative efforts from CCAR, the Cigna Foundation, and Hartford HealthCare.
Recovery Coaches are skilled professionals, often with first-hand experience of Recovery, who support individuals affected by substance use through one-on-one connection, resource brokering, and follow-up conversations.
CCAR's Emergency Department Recovery Coach program was launched in 2017 with a small team responding to a handful of hospitals. Since then, the program has grown to employ a team of 18 coaches responding to 21 hospitals across Connecticut. Since the inception of CCAR's EDRC program, their coaches have worked with more than 5,500 individuals. Ninety-three percent of those interactions resulted in connection to support.
CCAR has had a strong presence in Bridgeport since they opened a Recovery Community Center in the heart of downtown in 2006. Of CCAR's five centers in Connecticut, Bridgeport is one of the busiest. Last year alone, the Bridgeport Recovery Community Center had about 16,000 people come through its doors. It was clear to leadership at CCAR that as the EDRC program grew and the opioid crisis continued, having Recovery Coaches in Bridgeport Emergency Departments would be of great benefit to that community.
The launch of CCAR's EDRC program at St. Vincent's was funded through a grant from the Cigna Foundation.
"The misuse of opioids and other substances continues to take a heavy toll in Connecticut and presents an ongoing threat to the health and well-being of our communities," said Wendy Sherry, president of Cigna's Connecticut market. "We are pleased that funding from the Cigna Foundation has enabled CCAR to bring its innovative program to St. Vincent's, where we hope it will help reduce overdoses and potentially save lives."
The recent acquisition of St. Vincent's by Hartford HealthCare was timely. With CCAR coaches already working in every other Hartford HealthCare-run Emergency Department, officials at Hartford HealthCare were eager to make this service available at their newest ED.
"Having EDRC's throughout the Hartford HealthCare system has been incredibly valuable" said Patricia Rehmer, President, Behavioral Health Network, Hartford HealthCare. "We're very pleased to now be able to offer this at our ED at St. Vincent's so that we can reach people in all parts of the state who need this critical service."
CCAR's EDRC Program Manager, Jennifer Chadukiewicz, is also pleased with the results of the collaboration. "It became clear that utilizing the Cigna Foundation grant to bring our EDRC Program into St. Vincent's, already known for their mission to serve 'those who are poor, vulnerable, and under-served', was the right choice. This collaboration was truly inspired by a spirit of community coming together for a higher good."
About CCAR 
CCAR is a Connecticut-based 501(C)3 nonprofit, founded in 1998. CCAR envisions a world where the power, hope, and healing of recovery from addiction is thoroughly understood and embraced. They work to promote recovery from addiction through Advocacy, Education, and Service. CCAR Advocates to represent the interests of the Recovery Community on the state and national level and are the global leaders in Recovery Coach training. Their Service pillar encompasses 5 Recovery Community Centers in Connecticut, the Emergency Department Recovery Coach program, and the Young Adult and Family Program. Learn more about CCAR by visiting http://www.CCAR.us or following them on Twitter and Facebook: @CCAR4Recovery
About Hartford HealthCare 
Hartford HealthCare is Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. With 24,000 employees and total operating revenue of $4.3 billion, Hartford HealthCare has cultivated a strong, unified culture of accountability and innovation. Its care-delivery system, serving 161 towns and cities, includes two tertiary-level teaching hospitals, an acute-care community teaching hospital, an acute-care hospital and trauma center, three community hospitals, the state's most extensive behavioral health network, a large multispecialty physician group, a clinical care organization, a regional home care system, an array of senior care services, and a large physical therapy and rehabilitation network at more than 350 locations in Connecticut and Rhode island. Hartford HealthCare's unique, system-wide Institute Model offers a single, high standard of care in crucial specialties at hospital and ambulatory sites across Connecticut. The institutes include: Cancer; Behavioral Health; Heart and Vascular; Neuroscience; Orthopedics and Urology. Visit Hartford HealthCare at http://www.hartfordhealthcare.org.
About St. Vincent's Medical Center 
Founded by the Daughters of Charity in 1903, St. Vincent's Medical Center is a mission-driven organization committed to exceptional health care for all with special attention to persons living in poverty and those who are most vulnerable. St. Vincent's, with more than 3,500 associates, includes a licensed 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, and a large multispecialty provider group. St. Vincent's was awarded the Nursing Magnet Recognition, the highest national award for nursing excellence. In 2013, St. Vincent's Medical Center was named Top Performer on Key Quality Measures by the Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of health care organizations in America, and has been recognized by both the Joint Commission and OSHA as a model of a highly reliable organization dedicated to patient safety. The American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer awarded St. Vincent's an Outstanding Achievement Award with Accreditation in 2012, and it also has earned its designation from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Cancer. For more information on programs and services, visit http://www.stvincents.org
About the Cigna Foundation 
The Cigna Foundation, established in 1962, is a private foundation funded by contributions from Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI) and its subsidiaries. The Cigna Foundation supports organizations sharing its commitment to enhancing the health of individuals and families, and the well-being of their communities, with a special focus on those communities where Cigna employees live and work. 

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"Since the inception of CCAR's EDRC program, their coaches have worked with more than 5,500 individuals. Ninety-three percent of those interactions resulted in connection to support."



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Pointwise published the case study, "Application of Pointwise T-Rex Meshing and CFD Modeling to the Analysis of Supercritical Carbon Dioxide (S-CO2) Power Cycles" showing how Pointwise, by greatly simplifying and speeding up the meshing process, was critical to the successful modeling of an S-CO2 compressor test bed system.

FORT WORTH, TEXAS (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Pointwise published the case study, "Application of Pointwise T-Rex Meshing and CFD Modeling to the Analysis of Supercritical Carbon Dioxide (S-CO2) Power Cycles" showing how Pointwise, by greatly simplifying and speeding up the meshing process, was critical to the successful modeling of an S-CO2 compressor test bed system.
Read the case study: https://ptwi.se/338J6Fq.
In 2018, a team of engineers at CRAFT Tech set out to model an experimental supercritical carbon dioxide (S-CO2) compressor configuration. The power cycle analysis, which would provide important insights into the design of high-efficiency components for power generation, required modeling of flow transitioning between liquid and gas phases and high-resolution meshing of geometries. The engineers needed software that would resolve flow gradients with a minimum number of grid points and be flexible enough to provide the best grid for each region of the machine that they were modeling. They found both these solutions in Pointwise.
Pointwise, Inc. is solving the top problem facing computational fluid dynamics (CFD) today – reliably generating high-fidelity meshes. The company's Pointwise software generates structured, unstructured, overset and hybrid meshes; interfaces with CFD solvers such as ANSYS FLUENT, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, and SU2 as well as many neutral formats, such as CGNS; runs on Windows, Linux, and Mac, and has a scripting language, Glyph, that can automate CFD meshing. Manufacturing firms and research organizations worldwide have relied on Pointwise as their complete CFD preprocessing solution since 1994.
Pointwise is a registered trademark of Pointwise, Inc. in the USA and the EU. Pointwise Glyph, T-Rex, and Let's Talk Meshing are trademarks of Pointwise, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owner.
For more information: 
Andrea Alvarado 
817-377-2807 
news@pointwise.com



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A sensible, properly-priced individual earthquake product for the millions of condo owners without a master policy

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Motus Insurance Services has just launched a new direct-to-consumer, earthquake insurance program aimed at solving the many issues facing California condominium associations. After working with the California Department of Insurance to deregulate access to master earthquake policies, the Motus Opt-in Master Earthquake Program is now available to all associations.
Fewer than ~5,000 of the ~35,000 condo associations in California have a traditional master earthquake policy. This leaves over 2.5 million condominium owners in California without the coverage of a master policy – which is the only way they can fully protect the equity in their homes.
Due to the companion policy provision of individual options, roughly 1.5 million condominium owners – or 10% of the California housing market – are not eligible to buy earthquake insurance.
Realizing these issues facing condo boards and unit owners, Motus brought together some of the most respected earthquake insurers and condo insurance specialists in California. This collaboration developed the Motus Opt-in Master Earthquake Program, which is backed by the largest, admitted earthquake carriers in California.
"We identified an urgent need in the condo community and worked to design a new insurance product that allows all owners to access the quality coverage and lower prices of a master policy," said Dan Wallis, CEO and Founder of Motus Insurance Services. "Boards benefit too, as the Motus Program allows them to fulfill their obligation to consider earthquake insurance. In fact, they are going a step further: they are offering tailored coverage to all owners and doing so without the burden a traditional master policy puts on an association budget."
With the Motus Opt-in Master Earthquake Program, all condo owners can fully protect the equity in their homes and have access to the pricing advantage of a master policy. When the California Department of Insurance approved the Motus Program, the barriers between insurance carriers and condo owners were finally removed.
About The Motus Solution
The Motus Opt-In Earthquake Program is designed to bring all the benefits of a traditional master earthquake insurance policy to the more than 30,000 associations and 2.5 million condo owners who are not covered by one.
Only a master earthquake policy can allow a condo owner to fully protect the equity in their home. This is because only a master policy can fully cover damages to residential buildings, foundations, garages, underground pipes and other common areas within the community. Traditional unit owner policies (which are only available to about 1 million of the 2.5 million condo owners who do not have a master policy) were designed to supplement a traditional master policy – not replace the coverage they provide.
Each Motus Program is custom-built based on the specific exposures of the association. Once the board approves the Motus Program for their association, each unit owner then has the option to purchase their pro-rated share of a master policy – covering unit interiors, residential buildings and common areas. To learn more about Motus Insurance Services, visit http://www.motusins.com.

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"We identified an urgent need in the condo community and worked to design a new insurance product that allows all owners to access the quality coverage and lower prices of a master policy," said Dan Wallis, CEO and Founder of Motus Insurance Services.



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It all started a few weeks ago with sneezing, nasal congestion and runny nose. That pesky ragweed, I thought to myself. As the week went on, I started to experience cough and green mucous discharge coming from my nose.

FORT COLLINS, COLO. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Of course, go figure, it is Friday at 6:00 PM and all the doctor's offices have closed. I had been putting off going to the doctor in hopes my symptoms would improve. It all started a few weeks ago with sneezing, nasal congestion and runny nose. That pesky ragweed, I thought to myself.
As the week went on, I started to experience cough and green mucous discharge coming from my nose. This had been becoming a recurring thing over the past year, 5 times to be exact. I was always told it is just a cold and to drink plenty of fluid and rest. I was starting to feel like I would never get better as antibiotics seemed to help, but never completely resolved my symptoms. Should I call the on-call doctor, go to urgent care, Google it, or just keep feeling sick. I needed answers.
Sinuses are air-filled spaces located behind the bones of the upper face, including the cheeks, nose and forehead. The lining of the sinuses is made up of cells with tiny hairs on their surfaces called cilia. Other cells in the lining produce mucus. The mucus traps germs and pollutants and the cilia push the mucus out through narrow sinus openings into the nose.
When the sinuses become inflamed or infected, the mucus thickens and clogs the openings to one or more sinuses. Fluid builds up inside the sinuses causing increased pressure, pain and headaches. Also, bacteria may become trapped and infect the lining of the sinuses.
Sinusitis may be chronic, long-lasting and frequently returning, or may be acute. Acute sinusitis lasts less than 2-3 weeks and occurs less than three times a year. Acute sinusitis is extremely common and is typically caused by a viral infection. It may also be triggered by allergies, air pollution, cigarette smoke, dental infections and/or nasal polyps. It typically does not require treatment with antibiotics and resolves on its own.
Chronic sinusitis and acute sinusitis have similar signs and symptoms. Distinguishing factors for more severe disease include length of infection, frequency of infections and difficult to treat infections. Red flags are raised with family history, persistent, complicated or unusual infections. These warning signs prompt further evaluation by your AllergyPartners Physician.
The Immune Deficiency Foundation recommends screening for a possible immune deficiency if you have had more than 4-5 sinus infections in a year. It is important to distinguish between allergies, infection and antibody deficiencies. This can be done with skin testing and/or blood tests. There are several different treatment options depending on the cause of your sinus infection.
If you are unsure what is triggering your sinus symptoms and unclear where to turn, contact your Allergy Partners Physician who will listen, diagnose, treat and ultimately have you feeling your best.



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A leading genetic engineering company, revealed its completion of a not-yet-approved Covid-19 vaccine.

HOUSTON (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Greffex, Inc., a leading genetic engineering company, revealed its completion of a Covid-19 vaccine and is ready to move on to animal testing as required by the U.S. government Food and Drug Administration.
"This is a major development for the entire world population," said Greffex CEO, John Price. "Greffex's ability to scale the vaccine appropriately, test quickly and efficiently and fast track it to patients, gives us an edge over other research facilities and we're looking forward to the next step of animal testing."
Greffex did not use a living or killed virus for its vaccine and instead used an adenovirus-based vector vaccine, which are genetically engineered.
Once the vaccine is approved by the government, Greffex has committed free distribution of the vaccine to other countries for free.
In 2019, Greffex was awarded an $18.9 million contract from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, part of the National Institutes of Health. This award will enable GREFFEX to develop and exploit its GreVac(TM) Plug-And-Play Technology to expedite the production of vaccine candidates for biodefense and emerging infectious diseases to target infectious threats, whether natural or man-made.
About Greffex 
Founded in 2005 to pursue disruptive and proprietary technology that its founders had first explored in 1998, GREFFEX has created the most versatile gene delivery vehicle with broad applications in vaccination, gene therapy and tissue engineering and, in process, has become a leading Genetic Engineering Company. The company has 14 vaccines in its development portfolio, numerous gene therapies in development including Hemophilia A and Usher Syndrome, and immune tissue engineering aimed at overcoming transplant rejection. GREFFEX is headquartered in Houston, Texas and its laboratories are located in Aurora, Colorado.

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This is a major development for the entire world population.



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Vitamin Science, Inc., manufacturer of premium ocular supplements since 2001, today announced a unique, ground-breaking chewable AREDS 2 eye vitamin supplement for people with age-related macular degeneration.

HUNTINGTON, N.Y. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Macular degeneration strikes the center detail portion of vision, affecting adults above the age of 50, with an increasing incidence in each decade. Caucasians are most vulnerable, with an incidence of 2.5%. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, nearly 10 million Americans have some form of macular degeneration, and of those, approximately 2 million have a form that is considered severe.
The National Eye Institute, part of the United States National Institutes of Health, completed studies in 2001 and 2013 demonstrating benefit in slowing macular degeneration with high dose antioxidants and minerals. Until now, supplements from various manufacturers have been supplied as capsules or tablets that had to be swallowed, or else edible tablets containing sugar.
In formulating VisiVite AREDS 2 Chewable Tablets, VisiVite's nutritional scientists created a unique sugar-free AREDS 2 formula for maximum ocular nutrition in convenient, great-tasting chewable tablets. VisiVite AREDS 2 Chewable Tablets contain no artificial colors or flavors, and are free of soy, gluten, GMO's and synthetic fillers.
"VisiVite Chewable Tablets provide an easy, convenient and delicious solution for people striving to maintain their ocular health," stated President and C.E.O., Dr. Paul Krawitz. This new formulation is especially helpful for people who have difficulty swallowing, or who take less than the recommended dosage because they find swallowing capsules inconvenient."
VisiVite AREDS 2 Chewable Tablets contain high levels of Lutein and Zeaxanthin, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Zinc and Copper, just as recommended by the AREDS 2 research. 
VisiVite AREDS 2 Chewable Tablets are available for retail sale on VisiVite.com and Amazon.com. Applications for wholesale accounts can be made at calling 1-800-427-7660 Ext 2 or online at https://wholesale.visivite.com/accounts/sign_up.

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VisiVite AREDS 2 Chewable Tablets are free of sugar, artificial colors, synthetic fillers, gluten, soy and GMO.

This new formulation is especially helpful for people who have difficulty swallowing, or who take less than the recommended dosage because they find swallowing capsules inconvenient



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Zenith Labs & Vitamin Angels team up to deliver life-saving vitamins and medication to children across the world.

MCHENRY, ILL. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Zenith Labs has partnered with Vitamin Angels to help put an end to childhood malnutrition and infections worldwide. Each year, about 250-million preschool aged children are impacted by Vitamin A deficiency and parasitic worms. It's a serious problem which causes slow growth, excruciating pain, weakened immune systems, declining vision, and much more. Many of these children will become blind and die within 12-months.
At a glance: 

100s of millions of children suffer needlessly from Vitamin A deficiency and parasitic infections. These kids need urgent help.

Malnutrition and infections cause stunted growth, blindness, and death.

Zenith Labs is now partnered with Vitamin Angels to help deliver life-saving nutrients and medication to children in over 70 countries.

"Children are our future – and each one of them deserves to live their lives free from the terrible burden of malnutrition and disease," says Zenith Labs' Medical Research Director, Dr. Ryan Shelton.
To achieve this ambitious goal, Zenith Labs is teaming up with Vitamin Angels, a non-profit company who've helped provide nutrition and medication to more than 70 million children in over 70 countries. Founded in 1994, Vitamin Angels is rated in the top 4% of charities in the world for trust and efficiency.
Beginning today, Zenith Labs will donate a portion of their profits to help support the nutritional and health needs of children across the world. For each product Zenith Labs sells, 2 children will receive an entire year of Vitamin A and deworming medication.
About Zenith Labs
Founded in 2016 by a team of health professionals, Zenith Labs is a health and wellness company. Zenith Labs combines the best in traditional medicine and modern science to create premium health supplements used by thousands of people across the world.



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MyAdvisor, powered by Three Wire Systems, LLC (Three Wire), is pleased to announce that its president, Jennifer Christman, has been accepted to serve on the Pennsylvania State Board of Vocational Rehabilitation.

EBENSBURG, PA. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
MyAdvisor, powered by Three Wire Systems, LLC (Three Wire), is pleased to announce that its president, Jennifer Christman, has been accepted to serve on the Pennsylvania State Board of Vocational Rehabilitation. This board advises the Pennsylvania Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR), which is focused on providing vocational rehabilitation to qualifying individuals with disabilities.
Christman, who has been at Three Wire since 2008 and currently serves as the executive in charge of all care coordination programs, managed the MyAdvisor expansion from three to over 200 employees. During her time at the company, she has provided direction and oversight for more than one million care coordination sessions. A go-to national expert on mental health solutions and military veteran resources with a focus on how to remove barriers to care, Christman has been appointed to several national boards in recent months and will speak at the American Association of Suicidology national conference this April.
The OVR, which sits under the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry, provides vocational rehabilitation services to help those with disabilities maintain, obtain or prepare for employment. By providing services to people with disabilities on an individualized basis, the OVR helps its participants develop action plans to meet their specific vocational goals. As a member of the Pennsylvania State Board of Vocational Rehabilitation, Christman hopes to draw upon her vast experience of supporting those needing mental health services by continuing to create momentum for the afflicted.
At MyAdvisor, Christman and her team connect participants with mental health and supportive services. By working one-on-one with care coordinators, MyAdvisor helps participants who have difficulties in the areas of sleep, behavioral health, navigational advocacy, PTSD, financial needs, career needs and overcoming barriers. The company continually innovates new ways to help a variety of populations tackle mental health obstacles, aiding those with vocational challenges in finding useful and lasting employment along the way.
Please visit http://www.threewiresys.com/myadvisor to learn more about Christman and MyAdvisor.
About Three Wire Systems, LLC
Founded in 2006, Three Wire Systems, LLC (Three Wire) is the trusted source for government agencies and military organizations looking to modernize with innovative and efficient technology solutions. As part of its health and human solutions initiatives, MyAdvisor provides holistic care to all those who provide service and their family members, with access to one-on-one care coordination sessions in behavioral health, wellness, navigational advocacy, financial literacy and career development. The MyAdvisor division also includes VetAdvisor, an American Association of Suicidology (AAS) accredited program, with over a decade of experience in health and wellness serving military veterans, active duty service members, national guardsmen and reservists.



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This St. Patrick's Day, RestoraPet, a pet health supplement that restores wellness in older pets experiencing age-related decline and boosts the health and well-being of younger pets, advises owners of native Irish dog breeds to look out for specific health concerns from hip dysplasia to cataracts, and has provided pet lovers with the natural tools they need to combat them.

GAITHERSBURG, MD. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
This St. Patrick's Day, RestoraPet, a pet health supplement that restores wellness in older pets experiencing age-related decline and boosts the health and well-being of younger pets, advises owners of native Irish dog breeds to look out for specific health concerns from hip dysplasia to cataracts, and has provided pet lovers with the natural tools they need to combat them.
Among the most common health issues faced by Irish dog breeds is hip dysplasia. This is especially seen in breeds such as Irish Glen of Imaal Terriers, Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers, Irish Wolfhounds, Irish Kerry Blue Terriers, and Irish Water Spaniels. In addition to hip problems, Irish dog breeds have been known to be prone to digestive issues such as bloating, hair loss and cataracts. Luckily, hope exists for pet lovers who select natural wellness options. By supplementing a balanced diet with proper vitamin intake, probiotics and regular grooming, Irish dogs can combat these predispositions and live long, healthy and prosperous lives.
"We're more than pet owners. We are pet parents," says RestoraPet CEO, Brian Larsen, "When pets develop health problems, many pet parents look to natural remedies before they give their pets heavier drugs and surgery. With St. Patrick's Day quickly approaching, we want to bring more than luck to these pet parents. We want to give them awareness of the specific needs of Irish breeds, so they can enjoy a long and healthy life together."
Specific recommendations for avoiding health concerns associated with Irish dog breeds include: 

Proper Vitamin Intake – A top tactic for avoiding several health concerns among Irish dog breeds is ensuring these dogs receive a proper balance of vitamins. Vitamins A, C, E, and Coenzyme Q10, are essential to ocular, digestive and muscular health.

Prioritizing Digestive Health – Adding probiotics into an Irish dog's diet is a safe and effective way for pet parents to aid in improving their dog's gastrointestinal health, a prominent concern for owners of Irish Setters. Putting a priority on digestive health has also shown to be effective in breeds such as Irish Water Spaniels, who can develop immune deficiencies which can be further combated with a whole food organic diet, massages, turmeric, Omega-3, vitamin E, selenium, vitamin C, probiotics, hydrotherapy, and acupuncture.

Proper Grooming – Hair loss and follicle tumors are often listed as concerns for Irish Water Spaniels and Kerry Blue Terriers. Pet owners can simply combat hair loss by incorporating humidity, apple cider vinegar, regular brushing, lemon juice, topical olive oil, and omega biotics into their pet's regular grooming routines.

A Truly Comprehensive Solution
RestoraPet's breakthrough blend of all-natural supplements and 12 antioxidants is designed to heal the cellar degeneration associated with aging from the first administered dose and is a truly complete solution for fighting common health concerns associated with Irish dog breeds. The organic, vegetarian & GMO-free formula includes 50 milligrams of Vitalitrol, a proprietary carbon-based antioxidant that begins working from the first administered dose to rehabilitate and protect every cell type in your pet's body, and actively combats inflammation with Omega3 and Omega-6, boosts immunity and fights infections with complete vitamin E, improves mobility, increases muscle strength, elevates energy levels, eases discomfort, improves mood, increases trainability, supports organ health (especially heart and kidney), improves skin and coat health with lutein and zeaxanthin and supports happier, healthier pets. RestoraPet is also the only anti-aging supplement offered in bacon and beef flavors to satisfy even the pickiest of pets.
ABOUT RESTORAPET: 
RestoraPet is the most effective line of pet supplements ever created. Made with the perfect blend of love and science, RestoraPet restores wellness in older pets experiencing age-related decline and boosts the health and well-being of younger pets. First introduced to the market in 2014, RestoraPet products are now used by tens of thousands of pets (especially dogs, cats, and horses) in more than 100 countries worldwide. RestoraPet contains a remarkable, carbon-based "super antioxidant" that scientists created called Vitalitrol, and begins working from the very first administered dose to rehabilitate and protect almost every type of cell in a pet's body. Learn more at restorapet.com
Media Contact: 
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Trust Relations 
restorapet@trustrelations.agency 
323-216-8589

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By supplementing a balanced diet with proper vitamin intake, probiotics and regular grooming, Irish dogs can combat these predispositions and live long, healthy and prosperous lives.

With St. Patrick's Day quickly approaching, we want to bring more than luck to these pet parents. We want to give them awareness of the specific needs of Irish breeds, so they can enjoy a long and healthy life together



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iJoin's MAP presents a QDIA option with recommendations based on each person's unique retirement funding need.

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
The new iJoin Managed Account Program (MAP) provides financial advisors an evolved, "manage it for me" investing option for retirement plan participants. Founded on liability-driven investing principles, iJoin's goal-based MAP personalizes recommendations based on each person's age, income, savings and dozens of other known data points to achieve retirement income sufficiency.
At the discretion of the plan advisor and plan sponsor, iJoin's MAP may be implemented as the plan's Qualified Default Investment Alternative (QDIA), providing ERISA 3(38) fiduciary protection to both the plan and participants. In doing so, the plan sponsor simultaneously obtains safe harbor protection by conducting a re-enrollment event.
iJoin has evolved the approach to modeling goal completion by assigning, continuously monitoring, and updating the investment strategy for each investor based on market performance, accumulated savings, contribution rates, and other factors. The approach is designed to accommodate a retirement plan's existing investment lineup and 3(38) Investment Manager. The core logic may be applied to investment lineups seeking to achieve a Target Rate of Return or an Expected Rate of Return.
The program applies a liability-driven investment methodology in modeling each person's retirement funding need, defined as the cost of an annuity that would yield the desired retirement income. iJoin's calculations use market annuity prices to fund inflation-adjusted, lifetime retirement income. The calculator also incorporates critical external income sources like Social Security, outside pensions, and other savings.
Recordkeeping platform integration provides access to essential data on plan limits, matching contributions, and auto-increase features. iJoin actively considers these variables to help participants maximize their savings potential. Projections based on broader, more comprehensive data lead to greater client confidence in the process and in their own savings path. This supports the role of the financial advisor as their guide.
iJoin MAP makes it easy to help plan participants take action and get on track for long term success.
About LDI-MAP, LLC (dba iJoin) 
The iJoin team is committed to personalizing retirement success and making it easy for millions of savers to get on a path to better retirement outcomes. As a financial technology partner to the retirement plan industry, iJoin's goal-based retirement plan enrollment experience helps people immediately understand their retirement funding need and encourages action to get on track. iJoin supports financial advisors and recordkeepers with actionable data and tools to more effectively engage both employers and their employees. LDI-MAP (d.b.a. iJoin) is a registered investment advisor with the State of Arizona – 14646 N. Kierland Boulevard, Suite 125 Scottsdale, AZ 85254. Learn more at ijoinsuccess.com.

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Injury attorney in Austin provides information related to car accidents.

AUSTIN, TEXAS (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
When a car accident occurs, the parties involved are often too rattled to think clearly. Austin, TX car accident lawyer Joel A. Levine shares the advice he gives clients who have been involved in a car accident.
Call for Help
If there is a serious injury, 911 should be called immediately. Otherwise, accident victims should call the non-emergency highway patrol or local police line and have an officer come out for assistance. While it may be tempting to avoid waiting for the police to arrive and skipping the call, Levine says that the official police report is an important piece in making the case for damages and proving which driver was at fault.
Exchange Information and Document the Crash
If the vehicles involved in the crash are still in driving condition, they should be removed from the road. The parties involved should then exchange names and insurance information. If there are witnesses, their contact information should also be collected.
To document the crash, car accident victims should take photos of the damage and record what happened to cause the accident. If the police are called, the responding officer's name and phone number, along with the police report number, should also be recorded.
Seek Medical Attention
Any injured party should seek prompt medical attention. Medical records are important in proving damages. Car accident victims should follow through with treatments recommended by doctors and physical therapists; compliance with medical instructions proves that there was a significant injury that required care and impacted quality of life.
Hire a Personal Injury Attorney
Victims should seek out a car accident lawyer who specializes in these cases. An attorney should be consulted as soon as possible, before insurance gets involved. A skilled attorney will advise clients on how to answer questions from insurance companies investigating the accident, as everything said during these conversations is recorded and may be used against accident victims.
With a police report and medical records, injured parties are often able to make a clear case for damages. In such instances, there is a high likelihood that the case will be settled before going to court.
About the Law Office of Joel A. Levine
The Law Office of Joel A. Levine fights for Texans' rights, with a focus on personal injury claims and construction defects. Joel Levine earned his law degree from the South Texas College of Law in Houston. He is a member of the Texas State Bar, the Austin Bar Association, and the Austin Young Lawyers Association.
Learn more about the Law Office of Joel A. Levine by visiting http://injurylawyeraustintx.com, calling 512-982-1510, or scheduling an appointment at one of the firm's three Texas locations:
1515 W. Koenig Ln., Suite 100, Austin, TX 78756 
12700 Park Central Drive, Suite 520, Dallas, TX 75251
401 East Sonterra Boulevard, Suite 375, San Antonio, TX 78258



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John Bielinski Interviews Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Stephen J. Gluckman on COVID-19

SARASOTA, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
CME4Life, a leading provider of physician assistant (PA) board review and advanced practitioner continuing medical education (CME) courses, has just released an interview with a longtime infectious disease specialist concerning the coronavirus on John Bielinski's Talk EM podcast. The interview with Dr. Stephen J. Gluckman, Medical Director at Penn Global Medicine and Professor of Medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, seeks to address the general public's concern over the COVID-19 epidemic, as well as the fears of healthcare clinicians treating patients experiencing symptoms of the new virus.
Dr. Gluckman was recognized by Best Doctors in America from 2003 to 2018 and in Philadelphia Magazine's May 2002 "Top Docs" issue for his acclaimed expertise in infectious diseases. With over 48 years of doctoral work in the field, Dr. Gluckman has plenty of credible insight on COVID-19 to offer physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners. CME4Life founder and experienced medical provider John Bielinski, Jr. PA-C complements Dr. Gluckman's commentary on the recent disease outbreak with valid inquiries and supportive discussion.
The novel coronavirus, which has affected hundreds of people in the United States to date and triggered a widespread fear among the healthcare community, media and general public. Talk EM's most recent podcast discusses the disease's origins, symptoms and alarming mortality rate in depth, along with the CDC's recommendations concerning the virus. Dr. Gluckman also addresses misconceptions surrounding the respiratory disease while extending precautionary medical advice to healthcare professionals who may encounter anxious patients.
John Bielinski's Talk EM podcast explores cutting edge trends in the medical field through the lens of leading emergency medicine experts. The podcast delves into first-hand accounts and experiences of advanced practice providers in emergency, urgent care and advanced emergency settings.
Listen to the discussion with Dr. Gluckman on the latest Talk EM podcast at https://cme4life.com/podcast/, or read the interview on CME4Life's blog at https://cme4life.com/newsletter/protecting-yourself-from-coronavirus/.
About CME4Life 
The team at CME4Life is led by founder John Bielinski, Jr. PA-C, an experienced physician assistant, accomplished lecturer and Marine Corp veteran. CME4Life, an Inc. 5000 company, is dedicated to offering interactive learning for physician assistants and nurse practitioners via board review and continuing medical education conferences nationwide, as well as at-home study materials. Visit http://www.cme4life.com for more information.

The latest episode of John Bielinski's Talk EM podcast addresses the general public's concern over the COVID-19 epidemic, as well as the fears of healthcare clinicians treating patients experiencing symptoms of the new virus



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

ALBANY, N.Y. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Albany, New York. The guide identifies 4 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.
According to the Alzheimer's Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's dementia. In Albany, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer's increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.
"There's a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Albany, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer's related deaths," says Joyce Collins. "MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities."
Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Albany, NY, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/the-best-memory-care-facilities-in-albany-ny/
2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Albany, NY (in alphabetical order)
Atria Shaker 
Phone: (518) 595-4278 
Address: 345 Northern Blvd., Albany, NY 12204 
Web: atriaseniorliving.com/retirement-communities/atria-shaker-albany-ny
Eddy Hawthorne Ridge 
Phone: (518) 279-5502 
Address: 30 Community Way East, Greenbush, NY 12061 
Web: eddyseniorliving.com/our-communities/independent-living/eddy-hawthorne-ridge/
Peregrine Senior Living at Clifton Park 
Phone: (518) 282-2695 
Address: 1 Emma Ln., Clifton Park, NY 12065 
Web: peregrineseniorliving.com/clifton-park/our-lifestyle/
Promenade at University Place 
Phone: (518) 514-9500 
Address: 1228 Western Ave., Albany, NY 12203 
Web: promenadesenior.com/location/promenade-at-university-place
ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM 
MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information



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

EL PASO, TEXAS (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in El Paso, Texas. The guide identifies 9 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.
According to the Alzheimer's Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's dementia. In El Paso, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer's increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.
"There's a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like El Paso, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer's related deaths," says Joyce Collins. "MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities."
Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in El Paso, TX, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/el-paso-tx-facilities/
2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in El Paso, TX (in alphabetical order)
Casa Bella Assisted Living 
Phone: (505) 796-4510 
Address: 2919 Spitz St., Las Cruces, NM 88005 
Web: apalinc.com
Desert Peaks Assisted Living & Memory Care 
Phone: (575) 680-1100 
Address: 5525 Cotton Bloom Ct., Las Cruces, NM 88007 
Web: compass-living.com/senior-living/nm/las-cruces/desert-peaks
Good Life Assisted Living and Memory Care El Paso 
Phone: (817) 813-8222 
Address: 10400 Railroad Dr. Buildings A & B, El Paso, TX 79924 
Web: goodlifeseniorliving.com
Haciendas at Grace Village 
Phone: (575) 524-1020 
Address: 2802 Corte Dios, Las Cruces, NM 88001 
Web: gracevillagelc.com
SunRidge at Desert Springs 
Phone: (915) 842-0900 
Address: 5901 Bandolero Dr., El Paso, TX 79912 
Web: sunridgedesertsprings.com
SunRidge at Cambria 
Phone: (915) 857-5487 
Address: 1991 Saul Kleinfield Dr., El Paso, TX 79936 
Web: sunridgecambria.com
SunRidge at Cielo Vista 
Phone: (915) 772-4036 
Address: 7949 Sunmount Dr., El Paso, TX 79925 
Web: sunridgecielovista.com
The Legacy at Cimarron 
Phone: (915) 206-4496 
Address: 6201 Northern Pass Dr., El Paso, TX 79911 
Web: thelegacysl.com/cimarron
VibraLife of El Paso 
Phone: (915) 599-5500 
Address: 3421 Joe Battle Blvd., El Paso, TX 79936 
Web: vibralifeelpaso.com
ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM 
MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.



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Local Physical Therapy Group Continues Expansion to Serve Hutto Residents

AUSTIN, TEXAS (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Texas Physical Therapy Specialists (TexPTS) is pleased to announce their newest clinic has opened today in Hutto, TX. Located at 143 Exchange Blvd, suite 300, Hutto, TX. The clinic is TexPTS's 31st location across the greater Austin and San Antonio areas.
Katherine Sunderman, PT, DPT, LAT, ATC, will serve as the Hutto Clinic Director and primary treating physical therapist. As a Hutto native, Sunderman enjoys working with orthopaedic patients of all ages. In addition to being a physical therapist, Dr. Sunderman is also an Athletic Trainer. She has a special interest in treating athletes and helping them get back to sports.
"I am so proud to be opening this new location in my hometown and to be a part of the team at Texas Physical Therapy Specialists," says Sunderman, who recently completed the Evidence In Motion's (EIM) Orthopaedic Residency.
TexPTS specializes in providing exceptional physical therapy through a combination of evidence-based practice, personalized patient care, and clinical excellence. Services offered from the Hutto clinic include Orthopaedics, Persistent Pain Care, Pelvic Floor Care, Sports Injuries, and Post-Surgical Rehab.
"This clinic is a great opportunity for TexPTS to meet the needs of our patients and offer excellent customer service/care to the Hutto community. I look forward to helping my friends, family, neighbors and broader community to get back to life, faster."
For more information about the new Hutto clinic and a full list of TexPTS's services and offerings, please visit http://www.texpts.com. To book an appointment with Katherine Sunderman, please call 512-846-6960 or schedule online via chat.
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About Texas Physical Therapy Specialists 
Texas Physical Therapy Specialists is a locally owned private physical therapy practice with locations throughout central Texas: Austin, Bee Cave, Bulverde, Cibolo, Central Texas, Georgetown, Hill County, Liberty Hill, Hutto, Live Oak, Randolph Air Force Base, New Braunfels, Parmer/Pflugerville, Round Rock, San Antonio, San Marcos, Schertz, Selma, Spring Branch, and Universal City. Our clinicians have a have a wide range of clinical expertise in manual physical therapy, spine care and rehabilitation, general orthopaedic conditions and rehabilitation, sports specific injuries, workplace injuries, metabolic conditions, and more. Since the company began in 2004, TexPTS has been voted Top 50 Places to Work in San Antonio three times by their own employees, the Best Private Physical Therapy Practice in the U.S. by their peers in the American Physical Therapy Association and has appeared on the Inc. 500/5000 lists three times. For more information visit TexPTS.com or the TexPTS Facebook page.

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I am so proud to be opening this new location in my hometown and to be a part of the team at Texas Physical Therapy Specialists.



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For the second year, C&A Industries, parent company to a portfolio of staffing and recruiting firms, has been ranked by Training magazine in its annual Training Top 125. C&A has joined the top 10 of elite employer-sponsored learning programs worldwide, having landed at #9.

OMAHA, NEB. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Staffing and recruitment leader C&A Industries, LLC has once again been recognized for excellence in employee learning by Training magazine, the leading business publication for human resources and employee development professionals. The Omaha-based company has joined the elite top 10 with a #9 ranking in the publication's annual Training Top 125, which identifies organizations with the most successful employer sponsored training and development programs globally.
Rankings of the 125 leading companies were announced Feb. 24, 2020 during the Training 2020 Conference & Expo in Orlando, Fl. This is the second year C&A has been included in the Training Top 125. The company ranked #86 in 2019.
C&A is the parent company to a portfolio of firms, including Aureus Group, Aureus Medical Group, AurStaff, Celebrity Staff, and FocusOne Solutions, as well as non-staffing affiliates AurTravel and AurHomes. C&A employs over 700 in its corporate and regional offices.
In Oct. 2019, C&A was acquired by healthcare staffing leader Medical Solutions. The deal represented the largest acquisition of a healthcare staffing company in the industry's history. Medical Solutions is also headquartered in Omaha.
"At C&A, we strive to provide an environment that inspires our employees to become who they want to be as people, at work and at home," said Craig Meier, CEO, Medical Solutions. "The culture of learning that's alive within our workplace is meaningful, impactful, and embraces employees at all levels and in all roles. And when we put people first, success follows."
The Training Top 125 ranking is based on an assessment of benchmarking statistics, the broad nature of educational programming, and the relationship of training and development offerings, employer goals and objectives, and overarching results.
"To be ranked in the top 10 globally for employee learning and development is an incredible achievement," added Meier. "We look forward to continuing to build on this program as our companies come together, with heart and soul, as one."
C&A offers a full range of curricula for employees across its organization, from entry and staff level to management and C-suite. It's programs include extensive and accredited new hire sales training, professional development courses, leadership and management preparation, and customized education developed and delivered by its dedicated in-house training team. C&A also incorporates leading concepts, modules, and industry experts in its education offerings.
Prior to its acquisition by Medical Solutions, C&A ranked as the 34th largest staffing firm in the U.S. for 2019. C&A has been named among the Best Places to Work in Omaha in the large company category eight times and received the initiative's Sustained Excellence Award in 2019.
ABOUT C&A INDUSTRIES:
C&A Industries, LLC is a national leader in staffing and recruiting. Through its affiliate firms, Aureus Group, Aureus Medical Group, AurStaff, and Celebrity Staff, C&A has provided Human Capital Management Solutions to a wide variety of industries for 50 years, including supplemental, contract-hire, and direct hire programs. Non-staffing divisions of C&A include FocusOne Solutions, a managed services provider; AurTravel, a full-service travel agency; and AurHomes, specializing in corporate housing. C&A is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with subsidiary offices located in Lincoln and Omaha, Nebraska; Kansas City, Missouri; and Des Moines, Iowa. In 2019, C&A was acquired by healthcare staffing leader Medical Solutions, also based in Omaha. For more information, visit https://www.ca-industries.com.
ABOUT MEDICAL SOLUTIONS:
Medical Solutions specializes in placing registered nurses in temporary travel assignments throughout the United States.The company's workforce solutions include Medical Solutions Plus, a managed service provider that offers hospitals and healthcare systems a streamlined approach to contingent workforce processes, helping facilities gain efficiencies, control labor costs, and enhance patient care standards. The company also houses Nurse Bridge, its job action healthcare staffing division, provides EHR and EMR conversion services, EXELeratedStaff for healthcare crisis situations, and Advanced Practice, serving the specialty staffing needs of healthcare facilities. Medical Solutions is headquartered in Omaha, Neb., with company locations in San Diego, Cincinnati, Denver, Tampa, and Tupelo, Miss. In 2019, the company acquired Omaha-based C&A Industries and in 2018, acquired PPR, located in Jacksonville, Fla.Medical Solutions was one of the first travel nursing and allied healthcare staffing companies to be certified by the Joint Commission and has been continuously certified since January 2005. For more information, visit https://www.medicalsolutions.com.

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Exclusive Partnership Makes It Easy for Travel Nurses to Find Affordable Short-Term Housing While on Assignment

BOCA RATON, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
The Gypsy Nurse, the largest online community dedicated to supporting travel nurses, and Furnished Finder, the largest monthly housing provider for stipend travel nurses, have announced a new strategic partnership that enables travel nurses to easily find and secure short-term housing options while on assignment. Through this relationship, Furnished Finder becomes the new, exclusive housing partner of The Gypsy Nurse.
A family-run company founded in 2014, Furnished Finder is a short-term housing provider for travel nurses who need affordable, monthly, furnished housing. Property owners list their furnished rooms and apartments on Furnished Finder, where they must pass a background check and provide proof of ownership/management for traveler safety. All rents are set directly by the landlord and there are no mark-ups or booking fees, making furnished housing affordable for travel healthcare professionals across the US. Furnished Finder has over 30,000 listings and is used by over 10,000 travelers daily.
"We're very excited to work with Furnished Finder to make it easier for our travel nurse community to find great housing options for their next assignment through TheGypsyNurse.com website," said Steve Curtin, CEO of The Gypsy Nurse. "The Gypsy Nurse has always been about supporting travel nurses at every stage of their journey, and with housing and jobs so tightly connected, it makes sense to provide accurate and cost-effective housing choices early in the process so the stipend traveler can make the best decision possible. Travel Nurses prefer to connect with hosts directly before they book and want to ensure that they can find a clean, safe, and affordable place to stay while they're on assignment. Furnished Finder helps our community do that."
"Furnished Finder is thrilled to partner with The Gypsy Nurse as they are widely recognized as having the largest and most active travel nursing community in the industry," said Brian Payne, CEO of Furnished Finder. "Travel nurses have long told us that affordability is a key component with travel nurse housing, which is why our hosts set their own rent and there are no booking fees for either party. Since there are no mark-ups or commissions, Furnished Finder is always the least expensive housing provider. Traveler safety is also extremely important to us, which is why every landlord must complete a comprehensive background screening to ensure they are who they say they are." Furnished Finder users on The Gypsy Nurse website can search the location map and contact landlords directly or submit a housing request for a geographic area. View Furnished Finder's customized housing search experience for The Gypsy Nurse Community here.
About The Gypsy Nurse 
The Gypsy Nurse is dedicated to providing powerful tools, information, and social connectivity to our community of travel nurses. The Gypsy Nurse is the #1 travel nursing community in the industry, serving thousands of travel nurses daily. The Gypsy Nurse helps nurses find travel nurse jobs, evaluate agencies, locate housing, access online career resources, and connect with travel nursing friends and colleagues across multiple digital platforms.
About Furnished Finder 
Furnished Finder is the largest online housing marketplace for travel nurses who take temporary positions across the US. With over 30,000 monthly furnished rental properties to choose from, they continue to expand their inventory and make housing easier and more affordable for traveling healthcare professionals nationwide.

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Furnished Finder is thrilled to partner with The Gypsy Nurse as they are widely recognized as having the largest and most active travel nursing community in the industry (Brian Payne, Co-Founder, CEO, Furnished Finder)



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This webinar is co-produced by West LegalEdCenter and part of the "Cannabis Law" series. It will feature Jack O'Connor (Sugar Felsenthal Grais & Helsinger LLP); Joshua Masur (Zuber Lawler); Chelsie Spencer (Ritter Spencer PLLC); and Shabnam Malek (Brand & Branch LLP).

CHICAGO (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
As the cannabis industry grows and professionalizes, especially in the U.S., issues surrounding how to effectively protect intellectual property within the industry are coming to the fore with increased frequency. And in an industry that (generally) remains illegal at the federal level, these issues can be fraught. In this episode, the panelists walk through Intellectual Property issues specific to the cannabis, hemp, and CBD industry, including how business can (and in some cases cannot) protect their brands, trademarks, and patents. We'll also discuss notable litigation in the space, and how businesses can best position themselves for success in the future.
To learn more and register, click here.
The webinar will be available on-demand after its premiere. As with every Financial Poise Webinar, it will be an engaging and plain English conversation designed to entertain as it teaches.
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Infectious diseases represent an important portion of global public health concerns¸ in particular with regard to the current global outbreak of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV). The challenge of frontline diagnosis in hospitals, clinics and ports is that infectious diseases could exhibit similar symptoms or can be asymptomatic. The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) today announced the development of the world's most comprehensive automated multiplex diagnostic system (the System) which includes a fully automated machine and a multiplex full-screening panel for the point-of-care genetic testing (POCT) of respiratory infectious disease including the 2019-nCoV.

HONG KONG (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
In one single test and within approximately one hour, the System can identify 30 to 40 pathogens including seasonal influenza viruses, such as influenza A subtypes H1, H2 and H3, avian influenza viruses H5, H7 and H9, human respiratory syncytial virus, severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV), Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) and 2019-nCoV. Leveraging the current polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology, the system is fully automated from sample nucleic acid extraction and amplification, to signal detection and analysis. The System adopts patent-pending microfluidic and biochemical technologies that achieve ultra-sensitive detection (down to 5 gene copies) and simultaneous differentiation of various pathogens with extremely high specificity. It is also user-friendly, with manual handling not being required throughout the testing process.
"Early and accurate detection of pathogens could contribute to effective and efficient disease control and management, and prevent spreading of any contagious pathogens. It benefits the patients as well because timely therapy can then be applied to prevent complications. The existing challenge is that we lack full panel POCT technologies for early and on-site diagnosis, which should ideally be capable of differentiating between different pathogens at the same time. This newly-developed system could be a practical solution," said Professor Lau.
PolyU and The University of Hong Kong (HKU) have established the Respiratory Virus Research Foundation ("the Foundation") in 2015 and have since then been working on various innovative technologies to tackle existing and emerging respiratory infectious diseases. The Foundation has fostered various collaborations, including those on vaccine and rapid diagnostics respectively. The former is led by HKU Professor Yuen Kwok-yung, Henry Fok Professor in Infectious Diseases, Chair Professor of Infectious Diseases from the Department of Microbiology, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine; the latter is led by PolyU Professor Terence Lau Lok-ting, Director of Innovation and Technology Development and Adjunct Professor at the Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology.
Ir. Professor Alexander Wai Ping-kong, Vice President (Research Development), Deputy President and Provost designate of PolyU said, "In this difficult and challenging time that Hong Kong, the Chinese mainland, and even the global community is encountering, it is important that the research community can quickly pool their expertise and resources to develop practical solutions. The PolyU-HKU partnership is a prime example of effective coupling of multidisciplinary innovation and translation."
The research team for this project is led by PolyU Professor Terence Lau Lok-ting and supported by HKU Professor Yuen Kwok-yung. Through collaborative efforts, the team has spent the past four years to develop the System. In the past year, the team has optimised the System and conducted trials on different clinical samples. In the midst of the 2019-nCoV outbreak, the team has also conducted tests on clinical samples using the system.
Professor Yuen commented, "The System's versatility and capability will provide for comprehensive monitoring during disease outbreaks or routine surveillance. It will become a crucial technology for ensuring the effective control of infectious diseases, medical diagnosis, and treatment."
"This fully automated, quantitative rapid diagnostic platform possesses a proprietary technology which overcomes limitations of existing technologies by ensuring sensitivity – and hence significantly enhancing the reliability of test results. Most importantly, our innovation can substantially reduce the cost of the microfluidic cartridge manufacturing thus making it feasible for wide adoption. It is ready for mass-scale production," added Professor Lau.
The research team has received indispensable support from a local biotechnology company Avalon Biomedical Management Ltd for this project. "We are honoured to be able to participate in this project and are delighted to see this important milestone in the collaboration between Professor Lau and Professor Yuen. We believe this advanced point-of-care diagnostic system can revolutionize the current diagnostic paradigm and provide a powerful tool to fight against infectious diseases," said Dr Manson Fok, Chairman of the Board of the company, Executive & Trust Committee member of Macau Henry Fok Foundation and Dean of Faculty of Medicine, Macau University of Science and Technology.
Humankind's modern day battles against epidemics remain a major challenge and it is vital that we keep learning from the past and equipping ourselves with the best technologies available. Towards this end the research team will continue to urgently focus on developments to ensure the system's robustness and cost-effectiveness, and to collaborate with relevant parties on clinical trials, regulatory approvals, and frontline applications of this POCT system.



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San Jose del Cabo or "Cabo" as it is best known, has been booming over the past few years and has become one of the top dental tourism destinations in Mexico. Cabo offers many benefits: beautiful scenery; perfect climate; white, sandy beaches; and a convenient location close to the US West coast. Advanced Cabo Dentistry is the result of high demand for fast, top-quality dental services but at far less cost than in the USA and Canada, and caters mainly for patients that have been looking to travel overseas for their dental treatments.
The new clinic opened its doors this February, offering cosmetic, restorative, and implantology dental services. It is led by one of the most experienced dentists in the world. Prof.Dr.Dr.h.c. Thomas Koty is an internationally-renowned German specialist who has been working as a dentist for more than 30 years, and constantly keeps up to date with the latest techniques and equipment. He has run a series of award-winning clinics from Europe to Indonesia, and now Mexico, in which he has been for just over one year, with his first practice in Cancun.
Dr. Thomas Koty is confident that this upcoming clinic will become a convenient go-to place for patients in the USA and Canada. The purpose of Advanced Cabo Dentistry is to offer clients the highest level of European standards with savings of up to 70%.
Patients benefit highly from the use of state-of-the-art dental technology, which provides efficient and accurate results in less time. Among the equipment the clinic will use for an initial evaluation for implant placement, is the 3D CBCT X-Ray, which captures a 3D image of nerve pathways, bone, and soft tissues of a patient. Oral scanners are other of the ultra-modern devices that will be used at the clinic. Thanks to these scanners, patients will avoid the long, tedious process of taking impressions, which can be tiring and even painful in cases of damaged teeth or gum diseases. With oral scanners it's possible to explore the complete oral cavity of a patient in minutes, creating a digitized image with natural color and precise data for lab technicians.
An in-house laboratory complements the high-tech dental setup, and gives continuity to the agile initial diagnoses mentioned above. It is equipped with CAD/CAM technology, which makes possible the design of restorations on 3D molds, the milling of the materials sourced from Germany and the US, such as porcelain and zirconia, and the complete production of veneers, implants, and crowns at the moment. Even if any change is necessary, it can be done immediately.
The fully-equipped laboratory is led by Jochen Parnt, a German dental master technician with more than 35 years of experience in important clinics around the world, such as Finland, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia. With its on-site lab the clinic can offer patients from all over the world the tranquility that their treatments are performed with the highest quality but in reduced times, especially for those who who will stay for just a few days at this destination.
Advanced Cabo Dentistry has a convenient location, very close to the Hotel Zone in the Tourist Corridor, at Mira Vista. Languages spoken at the clinic are English, French, German and Spanish.
For further information or to book an appointment, please visit https://advancedcabodentistry.com/ or call toll-free at 1 888 646 1856.


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While there are no reported cases of coronavirus at Monroe, the decision to move on-site classes online for at least the next two weeks was made out of an abundance of caution.

BRONX, N.Y. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Monroe College, a national leader in educating urban and international students, today announced that on-campus classes have been transitioned to the online learning format for at least the next two weeks.
While there are no reported cases of coronavirus at Monroe, the decision was made out of an abundance of caution. It impacts all undergraduate and graduate classes held on the College's Bronx and New Rochelle campuses, as well as those offered through Jumpstart, its credit-bearing early college program held on Saturdays for local high school juniors and seniors.
President Marc Jerome explained the decision in an email to the College community early this afternoon, which is shared below:
"Dear College Community:
Over the last few days, senior administrators have talked with countless students, their parents, faculty, and staff regarding coronavirus. Although there are no reported cases on campus, there remains considerable anxiety and concern among all of us, which is completely understandable.
In light of this, and in keeping with increased calls for social distancing, we are suspending on-campus classes as of 2:30 pm today, March 11th. Classes scheduled for this evening, tomorrow, and Friday are canceled.
On-campus classes will resume in the online format starting this Saturday morning, March 14th.
Classes transitioning to the online format will meet at the same day and time as they are scheduled on campus. That means students in Monday/Wednesday classes that meet at 10:20 am, for example, must be logged in and ready for their online class at that time.
We will continue online academic instruction at least through classes on Saturday, March 28th.
The College will continue to monitor the situation closely. Please continue to check your College email and our website for updates and other important announcements.
We will share more detailed information later today on how this temporary change in operations impacts other College activities and events.
Separate communications with specific instructions will be sent to all students and housing students."
Additional information of interest to the College community: 

The College retained an outside company last week to provide heightened cleaning and sanitization services on our Bronx and New Rochelle campuses. This work will continue in the weeks ahead out of an abundance of caution.

While the College is encouraging housing students to vacate the dormitories, they are not required to do so. Dining services will be available for students who remain on campus.

On-campus academic support centers, such as tutoring spaces, computer labs and libraries, will remain open.

Administrative and staff offices will remain open.

ABOUT MONROE COLLEGE
Founded in 1933, Monroe College is a recognized leader in urban and international education. The College is proud of its innovative programs to increase college access, affordability, and completion outcomes, especially among first-generation students. The strength of its warm, supportive culture is reflected in the personal connections fostered among students, faculty, and staff.
Monroe educates close to 8,000 students each year, offering Certificate, Associate, Bachelor's, and Master's degree programs from campuses in the Bronx, New Rochelle, and St. Lucia. Many of the College's degree programs may also be pursued online.
Programs are offered through seven academic schools, including the Schools of Allied Health Professions, Business and Accounting, Criminal Justice, Education, Hospitality Management and the Culinary Institute of New York (CINY), Information Technology, and Nursing, as well as through King Graduate School. Liberal arts and continuing education programs are also available. For more information and admissions criteria, please visit http://www.monroecollege.edu.

While there are no reported cases of coronavirus at Monroe, the decision was made out of an abundance of caution. Undergraduate and graduate classes are impacted, as are those offered through Jumpstart, Monroe's credit-bearing early college program held on Saturdays for local high school students



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Independence American Insurance Company (IAIC) announced today that in an effort to provide protection and peace of mind to its insureds during the COVID-19 outbreak will, effective immediately, waive certain cost sharing provisions on its Short-Term Medical plans (STM) in order to remove financial barriers to COVID-19 testing.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Independence American Insurance Company (IAIC) announced today that in an effort to provide protection and peace of mind to its insureds during the COVID-19 outbreak will, effective immediately, waive certain cost sharing provisions on its Short-Term Medical plans (STM) in order to remove financial barriers to COVID-19 testing.
As a part of its efforts, IAIC will 

Waive all insured cost sharing, including deductibles, copays and coinsurance, for:

o    The COVID-19 diagnostic test; and 
o    COVID-19 diagnostic related services, including the related office, emergency or urgent care visit. 

Waive any preauthorization requirements related to COVID-19 testing.

David Kettig, the President of IAIC, stated, "STM is a potential solution for many people who cannot purchase insurance through the Affordable Care Act market. Right now, if someone is uninsured and doesn't have a Special Enrollment Period, STM may be their only option for coverage at a time when health insurance is more important than ever."
This will apply to all IAIC STM Plans for any covered testing performed on or after March 11, 2020 through April 30, 2020. IAIC will continue to evaluate other ways in which to assist its insureds during this emergent situation.
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About Independence American Insurance Company 
Independence American Insurance Company is domiciled in Delaware and licensed to write property and/or casualty insurance in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Its products include short-term medical, hospital indemnity, fixed indemnity limited benefit, group and individual dental, and pet insurance. Independence American is rated A-(Excellent) for financial strength by A.M. Best, a widely recognized rating agency that rates insurance companies on their relative financial strength and ability to meet policyholder obligations (an A++ rating from A.M. Best is its highest rating).
About The IHC Group 
Independence Holding Company (NYSE:IHC), formed in 1980, is a holding company that is principally engaged in underwriting, administering and/or distributing group and individual specialty benefit products, including disability, supplemental health, pet, and group life insurance through its subsidiaries (Independence Holding Company and its subsidiaries collectively referred to as "The IHC Group"). The IHC Group consists of three insurance companies (Standard Security Life Insurance Company of New York, Madison National Life Insurance Company, Inc. and Independence American Insurance Company), PetPartners Inc., our pet insurance administrator, IHC Specialty Benefits, Inc., a technology-driven full-service marketing and distribution company that focuses on small employer and individual consumer products through its call center, IHC Specialty Benefit Advisors, general agents, independent agents, private label arrangements, and INSX Cloud, our wholly owned Web Based Entity. IHC also owns the following domains http://www.healthedeals.com; http://www.my1hr.com; http://www.healthinsurance.org; http://www.medicalresources.org; and http://www.petplace.com.

Right now, if someone is uninsured and doesn't have a Special Enrollment Period, STM (short-term medical) may be their only option for coverage at a time when health insurance is more important than ever.



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To address high medical spend, 4 in 5 employers with a digital musculoskeletal solution are working with Hinge Health

SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
After rigorous evaluation, CVS Health selected Hinge Health as part of its Point Solutions Management service to help its pharmacy benefit management (PBM) clients address a top medical cost driver, musculoskeletal (MSK) care. The decision was made after reviewing Hinge Health's unmatched track record, product technology, and validated outcomes. Published studies show Hinge Health avoided 2 out of 3 surgeries while reducing chronic pain, opioid use, anxiety, depression, and absenteeism. Plan sponsors can adopt Hinge Health through CVS Health's Point Solutions Management service.
MSK conditions affect 1 in 2 Americans a year, leading to an overuse of elective surgeries and opiates. Hinge Health's digital coach-led solution helps Americans address their chronic back and joint pain by combining wearable sensor-guided exercise therapy with behavioral change through 1-on-1 health coaching and education. To address high medical spend, 4 in 5 employers with a digital MSK solution have partnered with Hinge Health.
As the market leader, Hinge Health is already available to millions, enrolling upwards of 1,000 members a day to their coach-led digital solution for chronic back and joint pain. This CVS Health relationship follows other recently announced partnerships with Blues Plans.
"We are thrilled to work with CVS Health, a leader in health care transformation to help more Americans overcome their chronic back and joint pain. This relationship is a strong validation of Hinge Health's track record, enterprise readiness, and clinical outcomes," said Hinge Health CEO and Co-Founder Daniel Perez. "Already 4 in 5 employers with a digital MSK solution have selected Hinge Health, and we're excited to extend that lead with CVS Health."
About Hinge Health 
Hinge Health is pioneering the world's most patient-centered digital hospital, starting with musculoskeletal health. Hinge Health's back and joint pain care pathways combine wearable sensor-guided exercise therapy with behavioral change through 1-on-1 health coaching and education. Hinge Health is the #1 musculoskeletal solution for employers and health plans. Available to millions of members, Hinge Health empowers people to reduce chronic pain, opioid use and surgeries. Learn more at http://www.hingehealth.com



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New resources help churches and church leaders prepare and respond to the coronavirus outbreak.

WHEATON, ILL. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
This week, the Humanitarian Disaster Institute (HDI) at Wheaton College released four new resources to help churches and church leaders prepare and respond to the coronavirus outbreak in their congregations and communities: an online resource hub; a Friday webinar series, "Preparing Your Church for Coronavirus," kicking off Friday, March 13 at 12pm CT; a new manual, "Preparing Your Church for Coronavirus (COVID-19): A Step-by-Step, Research-Informed and Faith-Based Planning Manual,"; and a corresponding planning template for churches. All resources can be found at wheaton.edu/hdi-covid19.
"Research has shown that houses of worship are often one of the first places people turn when they are in crisis—whether they need physical, emotional or spiritual support," Jamie Aten, Ph.D., disaster psychologist and founder and executive director of HDI said. "In a public health crisis, churches also face unique challenges and questions as a public gathering space. We created these resources to help pastors and church leaders navigate this crisis with confidence."
Aten has been a highly sought after expert amongst global media outlets covering the coronavirus outbreak as the number of cases in the U.S. continues to grow. His expert comments have been featured in outlets ranging from The Washington Post and The New York Times to BBC Radio, as well as in several religious outlets. HDI's online hub is a one-stop place to see all of HDI's resources regarding how the U.S., and particularly churches, need to prepare for a potential coronavirus outbreak in their communities.
HDI's mission is to help the church prepare and care in a disaster-filled world, which includes creating evidence-informed resources for disaster, spiritual and emotional care in light of crises. To that end, Aten and Kent Annan, M.Div., Director of Humanitarian and Disaster Leadership at Wheaton College Graduate School, will host the first installment of an ongoing webinar series, "Preparing Your Church for Coronavirus," on Friday, March 13 at 12pm CT. The free webinar is open to any church or ministry leader and is scheduled to occur every Friday as the outbreak continues and public health risks stay high.
"As so many people in our congregations and communities are feeling anxious about the unknown this outbreak presents, the church has an opportunity to replace panic with preparedness and live out God's commandment to bring good news and healing to those who suffer and serve the most vulnerable in our communities," Annan said.
In addition to the webinar series, Aten and Annan have co-written a practical, 28-page manual available for download, "Preparing Your Church for Coronavirus (COVID-19): A Step-by-Step, Research-Informed and Faith-Based Planning Manual," which offers faith communities a six-step guide for preparing and planning for a public health threat like coronavirus. A corresponding planning template for the manual is also now available. With biblical wisdom, research insights, and quick, actionable steps, this manual equips all traditions and denominations with practical ways to address the coronavirus threats and potential emergency.
To access all of HDI's coronavirus resources, visit wheaton.edu/hdi-covid19 and follow the hashtag #COVID19church.
About Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College 
The Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College (Wheaton, Ill.) is the first faith-based academic disaster research center in the country. Its mission is to help the church prepare and care for a disaster-filled world. HDI uses research to create resources and events geared toward students, survivors, helpers and researchers. HDI also recently launched the M.A. in Humanitarian & Disaster Leadership and a Trauma Certificate to prepare the next generation of humanitarian and disaster professionals to lead with faith and humility, utilize evidence-based practice, and serve the most vulnerable and the Church globally. Learn more at wheaton.edu/HDI.
About Jamie Aten, Ph.D. 
Jamie Aten, Ph.D. (counseling psychology) is the founder and executive director of the Humanitarian Disaster Institute and Blanchard Chair of the M.A. in Humanitarian & Disaster Leadership program at Wheaton College (Wheaton, Ill.). He is the author of "Disaster Ministry Handbook" (InterVarsity Press, 2016) and his latest book, "A Walking Disaster: What Katrina and Cancer Taught Me About Faith and Resilience" (Templeton Press, 2019) just released in paperback. In 2016, Dr. Aten received the FEMA Community Preparedness Champion award at the White House. Follow him on Twitter at @drjamieaten or visit jamieaten.com.
About Kent Annan, M.Div. 
Kent Annan is the Director of Humanitarian & Disaster Leadership at Wheaton College Graduate School, where he leads the M.A. program as part of the Humanitarian Disaster Institute. He is the author of "You Welcomed Me: Loving Refugees and Immigrants Because God First Loved Us" (Intervarsity Press, 2018), "Slow Kingdom Coming" (Intervarsity Press, 2016), "After Shock" (Intervarsity Press, 2011), and "Following Jesus through the Eye of the Needle" (Intervarsity Press, 2009). Kent is on the board of directors of Equitas Group, a philanthropic foundation focused on ending child exploitation in Haiti and Southeast Asia. He cofounded Haiti Partners and is a senior consultant for Development Associates International, which trains Christian leaders around the world. Follow him on Twitter at @kentannan.

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Nation's Capital Joins 24 States in Allowing Students to Possess and Utilize Sunscreen in School

ROLLING MEADOWS, ILL. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Model legislation developed by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Association has been enacted in Washington, D.C., and ensures students can possess and utilize sunscreen in school without a physician's note or prescription. The legislation was signed by Mayor Muriel Bowser and passed the mandatory Congressional review period.
Provisions that protect students from damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays while outdoors at school or school-related activities, also known as SUNucate, was championed by Councilmembers Mary Cheh and David Grosso. Students in the District of Columbia will now be able to protect themselves from skin cancer in time for spring and summer school activities.
"I'm pleased that students in our nation's capital now have increased access to sunscreen and can start practicing sun-safe behavior from an early age," ASDSA President Marc D. Brown, MD, said. "Sunscreen is one of the easiest and most effective tools we have to protect ourselves from dangerous UV rays. I hope other states follow the District's lead and pass this important legislation."
The need for SUNucate arose after concerns from dermatologic surgeons that students were required to bring a note or a prescription from a physician in order to use sunscreen at school due to its classification as an over-the-counter drug by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the United States Preventive Services Task Force both show that children should have access to sunscreen and other sun-protective measures in order to reduce the risk of skin cancer.
ASDSA worked with its coalition partners to pass this legislation, along with the Medical Society of the District of Columbia and the Washington, D.C. Dermatological Society. To learn more about SUNucate, visit http://asds.net/SUNucate.
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About ASDSA 
With a membership of 6,300+ physicians, ASDSA is a 501(c)(6) association dedicated to education and advocacy on behalf of dermatologic surgeons and their patients. For more information, visit http://asds.net/ASDSA.
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HydraFacial, a Non-Invasive Facial Rejuvenation Treatment is Recognized by Yelp as the Favorite Way to Achieve Glowing Skin.

NEWBURGH, N.Y. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Board-certified plastic surgeon, Ran Y. Rubinstein, M.D., is proud to offer HydraFacial treatments at his luxurious plastic surgery center in Newburgh, NY. This exciting new professional skin treatment has captured the attention of the world and was even featured in Harper's Bazaar luxury fashion magazine. Positive, rave reviews are stacking up, and Yelp, a top crowd-sourced review forum, has recognized HydraFacial as the favorite way to achieve beautiful, glowing skin.
HydraFacial uses breakthrough technology to refresh the skin. The hydrating detox system deep cleans and removes impurities while exfoliating dead skin, extracting pollutants, and introducing deep hydration. HydraFacial is similar to microdermabrasion, but it includes a serum booster to enhance the results after removing dead skin. The three-step treatment uses a handheld device and interchangeable, patented tips for a customized treatment that caters to the patient's goals. The three steps include:
Cleanse and Lightly Peel 
Step one of the HydraFacial involves the use of a light acid peel to exfoliate the skin's surface, clear clogged pores, and remove debris so the skin can absorb the healing serum. HydraFacial gently cleans and exfoliates the outer layers of the skin and instantly brightens the surface.
Extract Plus Hydrate 
The HydraFacial treatment extraction process, unlike other treatments, does not leave the skin red or inflamed. HydraFacial extraction gently vacuums blackheads, impurities, and dirt before deeply saturating the skin with healing and hydrating moisturizers.
Fuse and Protect 
The final HydraFacial step delivers a serum booster that nourishes and protects the skin, adding amino acids, antioxidants, hyaluronic acids, and peptides. The doctor chooses the serum carefully to address the patient's unique concerns and cosmetic goals. The tailored serum booster will match the patient's skin type, treat skin conditions, and maximize the rejuvenating results of the treatment. Serums can:
Reduce fine lines and wrinkles 
Improve skin tone 
Hydrate dry or rough skin 
Even out hyperpigmentation 
Lighten age spots 
Tighten skin and improve elasticity 
Balance oily skin 
Improve acne-prone skin 
Reduce large pores 
Smooth puffy bags under the eyes 
Soften and plump lips
Glowing skin and improved skin tone with visibly reduced fine lines and wrinkles are some of the reported results after one just treatment. Regular treatments encourage long-lasting results and a beautiful, youthful complexion.
At Laser & Cosmetic Surgery Specialists P.C. in Newburgh, NY, Dr. Ran Y. Rubinstein offers safe surgical and nonsurgical treatment options like Coolsculpting for the neck and face and HydraFacial, the wildly popular medical-grade hydrating system. Dr. Rubinstein is a top New York facial plastic surgeon and an active member of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. He is double board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Rubinstein is one of the most sought after trainers in the Northeast and is a leader in aesthetic laser and injectable procedures.
Dr. Ran Y. Rubinstein performs FDA-approved HydraFacial treatments in Newburgh, NY, at Laser & Cosmetic Surgery Specialists P.C. Call 845.863.1772 or visit yourfacemd.com to schedule a HydraFacial consultation with Dr. Rubinstein.



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EnvisionWell provides the unique ability to have one resource for Corporate Wellness Solutions and individuals. The same mobile platform but separate for privacy and sharing.

WEST CHESTER, PA. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Envision2bWell Inc., a SaaS model holistic digital health & wellness company, announced today its collaboration with Validic, the leading platform for personal health data and remote patient monitoring, bringing high-frequency data to its EnvisionWell one-stop solution mobile app. EnvisionWell cracks the code to motivate and empower employees (Corp wellness) and consumers with an enhanced personalized experience to improve their health and well-being via our dynamic platform that integrates wearables, in-home clinical, health, and nutrition devices. Envision2bWell is the first Validic client to access high-frequency data showing activity metrics from multiple devices at a rate of up to one reading per minute through our EnvisionWell platform. The availability of this data for use in our healthcare and wellness programs indicates a significant shift toward more real-time, individualized interventions and services.
As research continues to demonstrate the value of being active throughout the day and raising one's heart rate regularly, data that better illustrates an individual's lifestyle is paramount to driving healthier behaviors and personalized recommendations. With high-frequency data – also known as time-series or intraday data – we can use a person's activities throughout the day to provide consistent, precise feedback that encourages behavior change.
Delivering data that matters, the EnvisionWell Corporate Solution provides technology, integration, and engagement to improve the employee experience and overall health of companies by driving down healthcare costs and increasing retention. The EnvisionWell Individual Solution helps people connect with family, friends, medical staff, and caregivers to be healthy together.
"It's an exciting time to be part of a new innovative solution to help people live healthier lives and take control of their well-being," says Tammy Williams, founder and CEO of Envision2bWell Inc. "Our partnership with Validic is helping us to expand our offerings to provide exceptional personalized health and wellness experiences."
"With the incorporation of high frequency data, Envision2bWell is at the forefront of innovation – using real-time personal health data to drive more personalized experiences and outcomes for their members," said Patrick Kelley, Vice President of Client Success at Validic. "We are proud to work with Envision2bWell in their mission to help people take ownership of their health and wellness through the use of data and technology."
As we continue to grow, Envision2bWell will work with Validic to expand its high-frequency data offerings.
About E2bWell 
Envision2bWell Inc. is a fully integrated wellness solution that intersects work and life with Corporate Wellness and Individual Solutions. Envision2bWell's innovative digital health ecosystem ties the power of data and engagement in one integrated platform providing Knowledge, Support, Access & Autonomy (KSAA) for 360° Well-Being to drive healthier outcomes and Social Health Empowerment.
Envision2bWell Media Contact: 
Stephanie Lantz 
VP of Marketing & Communications 
stephanie@envision2bwell.io 
844-473-4748 Ext. 708
About Validic 
Validic guides healthcare and wellness organizations through the technical complexities associated with accessing and operationalizing patient-generated health data for virtual engagement and remote patient monitoring. Validic's scalable, secure solutions help you improve operational efficiency and patient outcomes by delivering personal health data from hundreds of home health devices seamlessly into your existing clinical workflows.
Validic Media Contact: 
Ash Needham                             
Senior Director, Validic                     
ashley@validic.com                         
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Starting March 25 renowned Wharton faculty will examine real-time challenges facing companies, financial markets and political systems

PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
As the world grapples with the social and economic impact of the COVID-19 outbreak, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania has developed a new course, conducted remotely, to address in real time how global business and financial uncertainty can be managed in the wake of such dramatic events.
The six-week, half-credit course is titled "Epidemics, Natural Disasters, and Geopolitics: Managing Global Business and Financial Uncertainty." It begins March 25, 2020 after an extended spring break resulting from the University's recent announcement that courses will move to remote instruction to limit the effects of the coronavirus. Students will join the course via livestream. Over 450 students from across the University have already expressed interest and pre-registered.
"There are significant business lessons to be learned from the global response to the coronavirus outbreak, and Wharton is at the forefront of sharing valuable insights and creating a community to exchange ideas," said Wharton Dean Geoff Garrett. "This is a teachable moment for the global academic community, and this course is just one example of how Wharton is coming together to provide support during a time of heightened anxiety and ambiguity."
Course lesson titles include "Leading amid Unpredictable Rapidly Changing Events with Contested Facts," "Financial Market Reactions to the Coronavirus and Disaster Risk," "Emotional Contagion and Epidemics," "U.S.-China Relations after the Trade Wars and the Coronavirus" and more.
The course has been developed by Management Professor Mauro Guillen, who will join other distinguished Wharton faculty including Sigal Barsade, Mohamed El-Erian, Zeke Emanuel, Geoff Garrett, Martine Haas, Sarah Light, Carolyn Kousky, Howard Kunreuther, John Paul MacDuffie, Barbara Mellers, Katy Milkman, Jeremy Siegel, Beth Simmons and Kent Smetters as course lecturers.
"We are proud to launch this course as it draws directly from the current geopolitical climate and will offer students insights into this crisis and all types of high-risk events," said Prof. Guillen. "I'm thrilled to take part in this course which was developed very quickly and through the generous support of professors and staff who understand the urgency."
For more information on how the University of Pennsylvania is responding to the COVID-19 outbreak, visit the Penn Coronavirus website.
About the Wharton School 
Founded in 1881 as the world's first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With a faculty of more than 235 renowned professors, Wharton has 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA and doctoral students. Each year 13,000 professionals from around the world advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education'sindividual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 99,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. For more information, visit http://www.wharton.upenn.edu. 

"There are significant business lessons to be learned from the global response to the coronavirus outbreak, and Wharton is at the forefront of sharing valuable insights and creating a community to exchange ideas," - Wharton Dean Geoff Garrett.



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Distinguished facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon has been listed among this year's top doctors in the Greater Washington D.C. area.

CHEVY CHASE, MD. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Dr. Shervin Naderi, double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Chevy Chase, MD, and the Greater Washington D.C. area, has been selected to appear on the 2020 list of top doctors by findatopdoc.com, a resource which helps patients find doctors in their area and book appointments online.
Dr. Shervin Naderi, MD, FACS, is a renowned plastic surgeon at the Naderi Center for Cosmetic Surgery & Skin Care. Dr. Naderi is best known for his expertise in performing rhinoplasty and injectable treatments. He received his fellowship training as a face specialist and has significant experience in teaching other surgeons and dermatologists the art of injecting Botox, Dysport, and dermal fillers.
Known to have a passion for mentoring other young surgeons, Dr. Naderi gives frequent talks and Grand Round lectures at many highly esteemed medical centers, including the George Washington University School of Medicine. He is also a clinical assistant professor of Facial Plastic Surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine's Department of Head & Neck Surgery where he teaches residents both traditional and cutting-edge techniques in rhinoplasty and facial plastic surgery.
In addition to being a surgeon and educator, Dr. Naderi has authored a number of scientific articles and has written chapters in established surgical textbooks for head and neck plastic surgeries, including rhinoplasty and facelift surgery. He serves as a Board Examiner for the American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.
Today, Dr. Naderi is most concerned with facial plastic surgery of the nose (rhinoplasty) and facial rejuvenation procedures using Botox and dermal fillers. Dr. Naderi is double board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology, two of the most widely recognized institutions in the medical community.
Dr. Shervin Naderi has two office locations in the Greater Washington D.C. area, one in Reston, VA, and the other in Chevy Chase, MD. His patients come from all over Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, Philadelphia, and other parts of the country. Dr. Naderi also sees patients from around the globe, traveling from as far as Canada, England, Spain, Russia, and Iran.
The Naderi Center is staffed by expert plastic surgeons who offer highly specialized surgical and non-surgical care. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Shervin Naderi in Chevy Chase, MD, or Reston, VA, call 301-222-2020 or visit https://www.virginiafacialplasticsurgery.com.

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Dr. Naderi is double board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology, two of the most widely recognized institutions in the medical community.




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The 2020 Summer Training Institute on Police and Public Safety Psychology will be held at Palo Alto University from June 15-19 and will include various mix-and-match workshops for attendees.

PALO ALTO, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
CONCEPT, the Continuing & Professional Studies Division of Palo Alto University, announced that registration is now open for the 2020 Summer Training Institute. This program will feature five days of mix-and-match workshops led by internationally recognized experts in Police and Public Safety Psychology from June 15-19, 2020.
Mental health professionals planning to add a police and public safety specialty to their practice or who are working toward becoming board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) in the Police and Public Safety Psychology (PPSP) specialty will benefit from exposure to evidence-based training on best practices, relevant research outcomes and clinical applications. In addition, this opportunity will strengthen attendees' knowledge, skill set and expertise and serve to elevate their practice.
Throughout the week, attendees will dive deep into the following topics during these workshops: Evaluations of Police Suitability and Fitness for Duty, Foundational and Functional Competencies in PPSP, Ethical Dilemmas and Complex Relationships in PPSP and much more. The experts leading these workshops boast notable accolades and are engaging presenters and leaders in the field. "This will be the perfect opportunity for individuals who are looking to grow and expand their practice with comprehensive professional training," said Patricia Zapf, vice president for Continuing and Professional Studies and Founder of CONCEPT Continuing and Professional Studies at Palo Alto University. "[We] are immensely excited to host the Summer Training Institute in conjunction with the American Board of Police & Public Safety Psychology (ABPPSP), and look forward to equipping attendees with the tools they need by disseminating knowledge directly from the field's most notable experts."
For those who cannot travel to join the workshops in person at the San Francisco Bay Area location, virtual attendance is available via ZOOM and electronic copies of all online training program materials will be distributed.
Interested parties can register for this event online individually or as a group. Individuals registering for all five days can receive $250 off their registration with the promo code PPSPWEEK. For more information, call 650-433-3899 or visit our Summer Training Institute page here. To learn more about CONCEPT Continuing and Professional Studies at Palo Alto University, visit the campus at 1791 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304.
CONCEPT Continuing and Professional Studies at Palo Alto University offers post-graduate training programs for mental health and allied professionals and continuing education as approved sponsors by APA, CPA, ASWB, and NBCC. These programs cover a variety of topics, including criminal forensic mental health and training for correctional professionals. With offerings both online and in-person, training can be completed on a personalized schedule and at a tailored pace.

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A newly announced grant builds on a successful value-driven model to improve patient health. The NACDS Foundation is collaborating with respected researchers at University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Eshelman School of Pharmacy.

ARLINGTON, VA. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation is supporting additional efforts to help Minnesota patients confront high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes by leveraging pharmacists to help them manage their medications, in conjunction with researchers at the University of Minnesota and the University of North Carolina. The Foundation has announced that it is providing matching funds to a program designed to build on the prior success of medication management by further evaluating its results, including the feasibility and sustainability of enhancing its accessibility for patients throughout the nation.
As part of a highly collaborative program, the NACDS Foundation initiated a grant agreement with the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy. The University of North Carolina Eshelman Institute for Innovation also is providing funding, as is the Minnesota Department of Health in partnership with the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Thirteen community pharmacy organizations are enrolled in the project, with over 130 store locations participating. An integrated healthcare organization in Minnesota also is collaborating in the program.
"Medication management strategies provided by community pharmacists have demonstrated effectiveness in improving patients' medication use, improving their health, and reducing overall healthcare costs," said NACDS Foundation President Kathleen Jaeger. "The NACDS Foundation is committed to advancing innovative care models that hold promise for public health and that create unique partnerships that can be replicated and scaled to help even more patients across the United States. This initiative is an ideal example of this commitment in action and we are thrilled more patients can further benefit from these care interventions."
"Pharmacists will be working with patients and other members of their health care team to support improvement of health by optimizing the use of their medications," said Jason Varin, an assistant professor in the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy and a community pharmacist. "Medication Therapy Management (MTM) services can improve overall patient health outcomes by ensuring that medications provide the most benefit, potentially decrease the overall costs of care and improve patients' health care experiences. By encouraging patients to engage with their local pharmacist, we are hoping more conversations between patient and pharmacist will center around the best way to manage and improve their health."
The lead researchers from the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy and the University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy will evaluate the results of the program to provide additional insights about the effects of medication management on decreasing blood pressure among patients with hypertension, helping patients become tobacco-free, and reducing blood sugar among patients with diabetes.
The partnering organizations note that some of the biggest challenges and opportunities in healthcare relate to ensuring that patients are prescribed optimal medications for their unique needs, that patients are able to take them as prescribed, and that the medications are safe and effective. About 30 percent of prescriptions are never filled and about half of medications for chronic diseases are not taken as prescribed. This is estimated to cause the deaths of about 125,000 people every year and at least one in ten hospital admissions. In more than 90 percent of visits, pharmacists providing MTM services identify at least one opportunity to improve a patient's medication regimen.
A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found participation in MTM doubled the number of patients who had blood pressure under control compared to patients who had usual care. The study found that the average patient who participated in MTM had approximately $1,300 less in healthcare costs than patients who did not receive MTM. 

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PreK-12 Schools Worldwide to Receive Free Tynker School Licenses During School Closures, Enabling Educators to Teach Coding to Students Remotely. Educators Can also Access Free Web-Based Professional Development Courses to Develop Coding and Computer Science Teaching Skills

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Tynker, the world's leading K-12 creative coding platform, today announced that they are offering free Tynker School licenses to all K-12 schools worldwide that may be impacted by health-related closures related to the recent outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19). School systems in impacted regions have announced that their schools will close as a preventative health measure to control the spread of the virus, impacting students, families and educators in many countries around the world.
"Our mission is to enable kids to learn how to create and code in a fun and engaging way, so naturally we are very concerned about the impact of coronavirus-related school closures on students and educators. We'd like to do our part to help by enabling classroom learning to continue in a virtual manner," said Krishna Vedati, co-founder and CEO of Tynker.
"Our platform is highly intuitive and easy to use so schools should have no problem getting their Tynker virtual classrooms and lesson planning up and running in no time," continued Vedati. "Since Tynker's courses also integrate coding into core subjects, teachers can also supplement ongoing remote classes in English, Mathematics, Science, and even Social Studies. At this time we would also like to thank our existing premium Tynker School subscribers, without whom this offer of support to all impacted schools would not be possible."
Tynker has committed to contribute millions of dollars worth of free Tynker School software licenses to support impacted schools to ensure that student learning can continue remotely on iPADs or virtually any computer with a web browser. Educators and students will have access to the complete Tynker School PreK-12 curriculum, including Tynker Junior for early learners; introductory and intermediate programming courses; and interest-based courses such as micro:bit, Lego WeDo, and drone programming. All public and private schools are eligible and can apply to get full access to the entire Tynker School curriculum and platform at no cost through May 2020 or until their school reopens.
To date, over 600 schools in 43 countries and across 42 U.S. states plus the District of Columbia have signed up to take advantage of this offer.
Tynker is also offering free web-based professional development programs for educators to help them grow their knowledge of coding to implement the most cutting edge PreK-12 Computer Science curriculum available today. Tynker will be running a series of webinars to train educators on how to use Tynker in a remote learning environment; educators can visit the Tynker School training page for details and schedules.
To date, over 60 million children from over 150 countries have enjoyed learning how to create and code on Tynker's platform.
About Tynker 
Tynker empowers kids of all ages to become Makers by enabling them to develop coding skills to design, develop, and power animations, games, toys, smart devices and more. The company's award-winning platform helps to engage students at home, at school, and on the go, so they develop the critical thinking, reasoning and programming skills that turn them into the Makers of today and tomorrow. Tynker's highly successful STEM teaching platform has been used by one in three U.S. K-8 schools, 90,000 schools globally and over 60 million kids across 150 countries. Tynker's partners include some of the world's most respected brands including Apple, Google, Microsoft, Mattel, PBS, Lego, NASA and more. Tynker is accessible from any computer with an Internet browser, as well as via the Tynker and Tynker Junior mobile apps, and offers both a free and paid subscription option. For more information, visit http://www.tynker.com.

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Schools around the world plan to provide fitness apps like Sworkit to students who may be stuck at home for extended periods to keep them physically active during potential school closures.

BETHESDA, MD. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
"Schools have been using Sworkit for years, but a few weeks ago we started getting reports of how Sworkit is helping educators mitigate Coronavirus disruptions," states Sworkit's CEO, Gregory Coleman. He goes on to say, "English-speaking schools on indefinite lockdown in China and other parts of Asia were starting to tell us how their students and faculty were using Sworkit to stay in shape and to get out the excess energy while being confined to their homes."
Although Sworkit's fitness app was originally designed for adults looking to work out at home, in 2018, Sworkit started providing its paid subscription program, including content filmed with and for children, to schools at no cost through its Sworkit Youth Initiative. Within 18 months of launch, nearly 4,500 schools in 49 states and 30 countries signed up for the program, making it available to over 3,700,000 students worldwide.
In the last week, Sworkit has been actively communicating with schools in California and the state of Washington, to include some in the Greater Seattle area. Joe Bisignano, Director of PE, Health and Wellness at a school in Seattle, WA states, "As a school, we have been charged with figuring out ways to teach remotely in the event that we have to close the school. We are trying to figure out how Sworkit might be part of that plan."
Bisignano goes on to share more about the challenges teachers are facing, "As we look at having students out of the building and away from school, one of our big fears is that their overall health will suffer in our attempt to keep them from getting sick. We need to be able to give them options that bring motivation, structure, purpose, and accountability. Based on what we have seen with students using the app at school we are optimistic that for some of our students – Sworkit checks most, if not all of those boxes." That school is also planning on recommending that students work out for 30 minutes each day or 60 minutes every other day.
"This is a scenario we never imagined. We started the Sworkit Youth Initiative to empower teachers and give them a tool to make fitness fun and accessible to students. To see things rapidly evolve like this shows how important connected fitness is in 2020 and how the productive use of technology can not only improve lives but also mitigate disruptions to it", Sworkit's Greg Coleman says.
A statement by another educator at school in China sums up the response of many educators and parents. He states, "What your company has done for our children and staff will not be forgotten."
For teachers, coaches, and educators looking to learn more and to make Sworkit part of their potential shutdown planning, please visit https://sworkit.com/youth-initiative
For parents looking to learn more about how they can access Sworkit workouts at home, please visit https://sworkit.com
About Sworkit
Founded in 2012, Sworkit is a digital fitness company based out of Bethesda, MD providing at-home and on-the-go workouts and personalized plans to help users improve their health and fitness levels. With a custom combination of strength, cardio, yoga, and stretching workouts, Sworkit helps millions of monthly users work out on their own time and at their own pace.
Sworkit is ranked as a leader in app stores and was voted #1 by the University of Florida in a study of fitness apps using the standards of the American College of Sports Medicine.
For more information, please visit https://sworkit.com.
About the Sworkit Youth Initiative
In August of 2018, Sworkit launched the Sworkit Youth Initiative (SYI) to make age-appropriate workouts and fitness education readily available and relatable to children of all ages, regardless of their fitness level or socioeconomic status. The company started providing its paid subscription program, including content filmed with and for children, to schools at no cost. Within 18 months of launch, nearly 4,500 schools in 49 states and 30 countries signed up for the program, making it available to over 3,700,000 students worldwide. These schools have been using Sworkit to supplement their physical education programs to great success.
For more information, please visit https://sworkit.com/youth-initiative.
Contacts
Gregory Coleman, Sworkit CEO & Co-Founder 
+1 800-219-0713, Ext #3 
greg@sworkit.com
Rynnie Cotter, Sworkit Operations Manager and Director of Sworkit Youth Initiative 
rynnie@sworkit.com

Schools have been using Sworkit for years, but a few weeks ago we started getting reports of how Sworkit is helping educators mitigate Coronavirus disruptions



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FDA clearance furthers Proov's mission to empower women to learn more about their reproductive health.

BOULDER, COLO. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Proov, a Boulder-based medical company created to empower women to know more about their reproductive health, today announces the FDA clearance of its at-home PdG - the urine metabolite of progesterone - test, marking the first-ever FDA-cleared product that allows for ovulation confirmation at home.
The announcement of its FDA clearance comes on the heels of additional momentum from the team, including a recent $50,000 grant from the Air Force to support military couples who are trying to conceive.
Proov's test strips measure the presence of PdG - a urine metabolite of progesterone. Progesterone is the hormone released by the ovary after ovulation.Tracking levels of PdG after suspected ovulation can confirm that ovulation has successfully occurred. Problems with ovulation are the leading cause of infertility in women, so checking for healthy ovulation is critical when it comes to trying to conceive.
"Receiving FDA clearance is a huge, pinnacle moment in our journey at MFB Fertility," said Amy Beckley, MFB Fertility's founder and CEO. "We created Proov as a means to put the power and knowledge of reproductive health into the hands of women. I myself experienced years of struggling to conceive, multiple miscarriages and a feeling of general lacking within the fertility industry so I decided to leverage my doctorate in pharmacology and expertise in hormone signaling to do something about it which is how Proov ultimately came to be."
Over 7 million couples suffer with infertility each year and the issues that Proov helps identify can help more than 40 percent of those couples. Proov test strips provide critical information about successful ovulation - information that can change the game for so many couples. If Proov results indicate a lack of ovulation or suboptimal ovulation, the fix can be as simple as lifestyle and diet changes or supplements and medications - solutions that are way less invasive and expensive that IVF. Regardless of results, Proov enables more informed conversations with doctors, helping women get treatment faster and ultimately closer to their desired outcomes.
From here, Proov plans to officially launch their mobile app this Spring. The software integration will help women to collect data on the hormones involved in ovulation to help get them closer to actionable answers. Additionally, the team will continue to build out its product pipeline, which includes products aimed at further addressing needs of women trying to conceive as well as expand to help women dealing with perimenopause.
To learn more about Proov, visit proovtest.com and to learn more about PdG and the benefits of tracking it, visit https://proovtest.com/pages/faq.
About MFB Fertility, Inc. 
MFB Fertility, Inc. developed Proov, an at-home PdG test that measures the presence of progesterone metabolite PdG in urine to help a woman confirm that she has ovulated successfully. Originally co-founded in Boulder, Colo. by two women who both struggled to conceive, MFB Fertility was created to empower women to know more about their menstrual cycles, ovulation health, and PdG levels. Don't just predict ovulation, Proov it! For more information, please visit https://proovtest.com/.
Media Contact 
Kristen Mondshein 
kristen@kmmcommunications.com

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Wellish Vision Institute provides patients with a clinical study to grow clinical research

LAS VEGAS (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Kent Wellish, MD, the founder and medical director of Wellish Vision Institute, is proud to announce the start and continuation of the new clinical trials sector of the practice. At Wellish Vision Institute, they believe that clinical research helps enrich and develop better treatment options for their patients. In recent years, research has helped the practice make significant strides in gaining a clearer understanding of eye diseases and how to better treat them. "As the founder of Wellish Vision Institute, I am honored to be a part of these studies and to help develop cutting edge treatments for our patients."
Clinical studies are research trials that determine whether a medical treatment or device is safe and effective. Each study focuses on a specific disease and methods of how to better prevent, screen, diagnose, or treat the condition. A clinical study may also test how well medical treatments work and sometimes may evaluate whether the technology used is superior to existing technologies. Patients are expected to have eye exams and other tests, may need to take medications and/or undergo surgery, and will be asked to return for follow-up examinations which may vary depending on each clinical trial. The follow-up exams will help determine how well the treatment is working.
Wellish Vision Institute is currently looking for participants in studies for the management of glaucoma and pain following cataract surgery. They are searching for patients that have been told by their doctor that they have glaucoma, high eye pressure or are being scheduled for a cataract removal surgery. To qualify, you must be 18 years of age or older, and meet all other study related requirements. Participants receive a thorough screening evaluation of their eye health, follow-up visits at no cost to you, and you may be compensated for related time and travel. No insurance is required
About Wellish Vision Institute: 
Since 1994, Wellish Vision Institute has been at the forefront of ophthalmology. With a diverse staff of highly trained and experienced professionals in all areas of eye care, and a commitment to deliver top-notch, individualized treatment, Wellish Vision Institute providers are confident that no matter what your vision needs are, they can help. Their services include: LASIK, refractive and cataract procedures, collagen cross-linking, and ICL implants.
You can schedule an appointment by visiting http://www.wellishvision.com or by calling 702-733-2020.

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As the founder of Wellish Vision Institute, I am honored to be a part of these studies and to help develop cutting edge treatments for our patients



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Middletown Eye Care in Louisville, KY is currently promoting an exclusive LASIK savings with their new technology.

LOUISVILLE, KY. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Frank Burns, MD is the founder and owner of Middeltown Eye Care and has been using the iDesign Wavescanner to perform Customized LASIK since the fall of 2018. Dr. Burns performed the first iDesign LASIK procedures in the state of Kentucky. With the use of the iDesign, developed by Johnson & Johnson Vision, Dr. Burns has been able to deliver amazing results to his LASIK patients with most patients noting that their vision is better after Customized LASIK with the iDesign than it was with their glasses or contacts prior to the surgery. The iDesign is used to measure not only the refractive error of the eye, but also any aberrations in the eye thus allowing Dr. Burns to correct the vision beyond what can be corrected with glasses or contacts. The iDesign technology uses many more data points than previous Wavescanners which ultimately gives a more accurate assessment of the eye prior to LASIK surgery and then delivers exceptional results.
During standard LASIK procedures, the treatment and laser ablation pattern was based simply on the refractive error of the eye. With the iDesign, the data obtained from the patient's eye prior to the surgery is automatically incorporated into the laser ablation pattern which then is used to precisely reshape the cornea removing aberrations in the eye along with correcting the refractive error. This makes the LASIK procedure as safe and predictable as possible and delivers visual outcomes unable to be matched by other laser platforms on the market. Dr. Burns says, "Today, I can't imagine performing LASIK without the iDesign technology. It truly ensures that I am giving each and every patient the safest and most precise result possible."
The ultimate goal of LASIK surgery is to give patients freedom from glasses and contacts while providing safety and comfort during the procedure. The iDesign technology has helped Dr. Burns deliver that goal. To help make your decision easier, Middletown Eye Care is currently offering all LASIK patients $1,000 off their procedure for a limited time.
About Middletown Eye Care
Middletown Eye Care was founded by Frank Burns, MD in 1996 in Lousiville, KY. His focus has been to bring patients in Louisville and the surrounding area the latest in diagnostic and surgical eye care. He also focuses his practice on Laser Vision Correction, including LASIK and PRK, and laser-assisted cataract surgery using premium lens implants, which may allow patients undergoing cataract removal to see near, far and intermediate distances with little to no dependence on reading glasses and/or bifocals. Dr. Burns earned his medical degree in 1986 at the University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri. He completed an internship, residency, and two-year postdoctoral research fellowship in corneal disease at the University of Louisville in 1992. He opened his private practice in Louisville immediately following his training. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a fellow of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons and the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and founding member of the Suburban Excimer Laser Center, PLLC. Dr. Burns is currently the president of the Greater Louisville Medical Society and the Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons.

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Frank Burns, MD

Today, I can't imagine performing LASIK without the iDesign technology. It truly ensures that I am giving each and every patient the safest and most precise result possible.



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NJ Top Docs has reviewed and approved board certified orthopedic surgeon, Robert F. Closkey, Jr., M.D. of Ocean Orthopedic Associates.

SCOTCH PLAINS, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
Robert F. Closkey, M.D. of Ocean Orthopedic Associates has been reviewed and approved by NJ Top Docs. Dr. Closkey has been approved every year consecutively since 2016. Dr. Closkey is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and specializes in Adult Joint Reconstruction.
Dr. Closkey completed his medical education, internship and residency at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He then completed his fellowship at the Cornell University College of Medicine and the Hospital For Special Surgery.
He is currently affiliated with the following hospitals: 

Community Medical Center, Toms River

Ocean Medical Center, Brick

Physicians' Surgicenter, Toms River

To learn more about Dr. Closkey, please visit: https://njtopdocs.com/nj-doctors/ocean-orthopedic-associates/
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Can a simple change in diet make all the difference? Could the obesity, diabetes, and a host of other diseases be the result of eating too much sugar? Is alternative medicine the answer? These questions and more are answered in the illuminating book by longtime physician, Dr. Derrick Lonsdale, M.D., who draws attention to the dangers of excessive sugar ingestion that is so widespread today.
His book "A Nutritional Approach to a Revised Model for Medicine: Is Modern Medicine Helping You?" cites case reports to illustrate these dangers and explains which symptoms may be stemmed in the early stages. But if symptoms are left unrecognized and behavior is unmodified, these symptoms become less treatable, giving rise to chronic diseases and serious health problems.
As Dr. Lonsdale writes in his book: "The doctor does not heal anyone. It is the body that heals itself and the doctor must teach the patient how to retrieve his or her own health and that is what the New Medicine is all about. We must conclude that it is the ratio of calories to the vitamin/mineral nutrients required to process the calories like the analogy of the choked internal combustion engine."
His 5-Star Amazon reviews include:
"Dr. Lonsdale shows his brilliance yet once again. A true pioneer in alternative medicine, his wide breadth of knowledge, wisdom, and experience form to make this an excellent read. I highly recommend this latest book by a man who has spent a lifetime studying medicine and caring for his patients as a true humanitarian." – Laura DeVincentis, ND, LAc
"Very interesting, written for the layman in easy-to-read language." – Victoria J. Atkin
"Dr. Derrick Lonsdale has been well recognized by his colleagues as having significant expertise in helping children and even adults with autism spectrum disorders. With over 60 years of clinical experience including 20 as a pediatrician at the Cleveland Clinic, he has now written a highly relevant book on a covert and very common underlying cause of numerous frustrating and expensive illnesses that increasingly plague western civilizations. More importantly, he also shows the simple remedial solutions." – Michael Godfrey
Watch the video book trailer at: https://youtu.be/-f5ObdoA8ys    
About the Author: Derrick Lonsdale, M.D., was born in Lancashire, England, and earned an MB.BS. at London University. He worked in medical practice for 64 years, retiring at the age of 88. Dr. Lonsdale is a Fellow of the American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM), an international professional organization that represents the alternative medicine field. He has written two previous books on alternative medicine and published over 100 medical papers.
"Dr. Derrick Lonsdale provides the nutritional and health care answers we need in his no-nonsense book. If you have health care problems, this is the book for you. We are thrilled to be the publisher," said Robert Fletcher, CEO of Strategic Book Publishing and Rights Agency.
A NUTRITIONAL APPROACH TO A REVISED MODEL FOR MEDICINE: IS MODERN MEDICINE HELPING YOU? (ISBN: 978-1-61897-092-3) is available for $13.50 and can be ordered through the publisher's website: http://sbpra.com/DerrickLonsdale or at or at your favorite book seller.
WHOLESALERS: This book is distributed by Ingram Books and other wholesale distributors. Contact your representative with the ISBN for purchase. Wholesale purchase for retailers, universities, libraries, and other organizations is also available through the publisher; please email bookorder@sbpra.net.

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A Nutritional Approach to a Revised Model for Medicine by Dr. Derrick Lonsdale

"Dr. Lonsdale shows his brilliance yet once again. A true pioneer in alternative medicine, his wide breadth of knowledge, wisdom, and experience form to make this an excellent read." - Laura DeVincentis, ND, LAc




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EU-MDR: Are You Ready? 
An Exclusive Three-Part FDAnews Webinar Series 
Part II: Tips for Assessing Your Readiness Prior to Notified Body Review 
Thursday, March 26, 2020 • 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. EDT 
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Get ready for EU-MDR's deadline in May.
How current is the product labeling on one's website? Is your unique device identification (UDI) uploaded to the European database on medical devices (EUDAMED)?
The new EU-MDR is designed to increase safety by making products more readily traceable and one will need to have the right strategies in place.
Join us for a webinar on March 26 for assessing attendees readiness prior to a notified body review: 

Implement strategies to review technical documentation to ensure regulatory requirements and the general safety and performance requirements (GSPR) are addressed

Understand how a product review is undertaken by a notified body

Learn how to insert a new symbol on the label on instructions use (IFUs) that are being published — for the first time — in electronic rather than in paper form

Discover what additional symbols must be included relating to device reprocessing and safety

Find out what specific details of the organization's EC representatives' symbol, name, and address must be provided on the label

Make sure the right strategies are in place for regulatory compliance with the rigorous EU-MDR mandates!
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An Exclusive Three-Part FDAnews Webinar Series 
Part II: Tips for Assessing Your Readiness Prior to Notified Body Review 
Thursday, March 26, 2020 • 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. EDT 
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Apostille your documents and avoid the travel risk of being exposed to the Coronavirus.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 11, 2020
If you have cancelled your travel plans, you can still conduct business in a foreign country by obtaining an apostille on your documents.
An apostille is a certificate issued by the Secretary of State's office for documents originating from the U.S. and destined for foreign countries. Since 1980, the United States has been a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. There are currently 117 countries who are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. These countries include but are not limited to Spain, South Korea, Italy, France, Russian, Germany, Costa Rica, Mexico, and more.
The greatest benefit of the apostille is that your documents can be accepted in a foreign country without you being there. You can continue to conduct international business with no downtime. Because of the travel restrictions imposed by the U.S. on foreign countries, it may be difficult to travel to and from certain parts of the word. By obtaining an apostille, the barriers have now been broken and you can continue to do business in a foreign country.
The most common documents we can apostille are power of attorney, birth certificates, death certificates, single status affidavits, FBI background checks, diplomas, transcripts, petition for name change, and more. Recently, we have seen an increase in obtaining an apostille on a power of attorney and FBI background checks.
If you are in a foreign country, you can mail in your documents to our office for processing. You do not need to travel back to the U.S. If you need to order new certified copies of your vital record documents, we recommend that you have them delivered to a family member or friend who can then forward it to our office with our order forms for processing. Once your documents are complete, we will ship them back to you by FedEx no matter where you are in the world.
The US Department of State will accept a digital FBI background check. An FBI apostille can be obtained either by sending us the digital copy in PDF format or mailing in the hard copy received in the mail by the FBI or FBI Channeler.
USA Apostille, Inc. is the leader in U.S. apostille services. We have increased our customer support staff to help assist you answering your questions quickly. We can process documents issued from all 50 States, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Federal Government. Our offices are strategically located in: Washington State, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Colorado, Texas, Florida, Illinois, Washington, D.C., and New York.
Our staff is available Monday-Saturday from 9am to 6pm to answer your questions and provide you easy to follow-step-by-step instructions. Please call us at 1-800-850-3441 or 1-202-894-6554.

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Apostille your documents today and continue to do business in a foreign country without having to travel.




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AuDConnex's newly re-designed 3X program is offering more business enhancement support and the program is now available to all of its members across the country.

RENO, NEV. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
AuDConnex is excited to announce their newly re-designed 3X Business Enhancement Program. The country's premier collaborative audiology network/buying group is opening up its successful 3X program to all AuDConnex Practices. You no longer have to be a 3X member to receive practice changing tools and strategy.
"Over the past four years we have seen offices who have invested the time in our 3X program grow their practice exponentially. We want to share these important business tools and strategies to help all of our members across the country. It's too good of a program not to share it," says Rich Johnson, Au.D., co-founder of AuDConnex.
AuDConnex designed the original members only 3X program in 2016 to help growth minded business owners take their practice to the next level. "Audiologists are trained to be great hearing care practitioners, but many struggle with the tools and strategies needed to make the business side of their practice successful. That's why 3X is a game changer," adds Johnson.
The 3X Business Enhancement Program has been newly re-designed with more business enhancement support, including: exclusive owner and staff training workshops and events, wealth management, sales training, human resources support, business management support, and marketing.
"The program really works. We hear tremendous feedback from our members. In fact, the average 3X member is growing their business by 27% every year. It is truly changing the direction of private practices. The benefits are endless," says Michael Iliff, Au.D., co-founder of AuDConnex.
For more information about the 3X Business Enhancement Program, email info@audconnex.com or manager@audconnex.com.
About AuDConnex 
AuDConnex is a collaborative audiology network/buying group with operations in both the United States and Canada. Founded in 2011 by Rich Johnson, Au.D., Michael Illiff, Au.D., FAAA, CCC-A, and Ryan Lewis on the belief that we are stronger as a group than as individuals. The goal of AuDConnex is simple. We are dedicated to helping private practice audiologists simplify their practice strategy, save money, and succeed in an ever changing and competitive marketplace.



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This year marks Visikol's fifth year attending SOT as an exhibitor and the focus for the company this year will be on its 3D cell culture assays for modeling toxicity as well as organ specific diseases such as NASH. The Visikol team will be at booth #663 throughout the conference and will have several talks and posters.

HAMPTON, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
When Visikol first attended the SOT show back in 2016, the field of 3D cell culture was relatively nascent with many academic posters surrounding the subject but only a few commercially oriented presentations. However, over the last few years this field has dramatically evolved wherein most major pharmaceutical companies are now employing 3D cell culture models for use in toxicity screening and investigational toxicology. During this period of time, many new technologies for generating and assessing 3D cell culture models have been launched and with their introductions the barrier to adopting 3D cell culture models has been significantly reduced.
"It has truly been exciting to see this field grow so rapidly and for traditional slower moving pharmaceutical companies to readily adopt these new models in almost all aspects of their in vitro studies. I think this rapidity of adoption really speaks volumes to the benefits of 3D cell culture models in comparison to their traditional 2D counter parts," described Visikol CSO Dr. Tom Villani.
As a company, Visikol came to the 3D cell culture field from the outside where the team at Visikol was originally working to assist pharmaceutical companies in charactering these models through the use of its Visikol HISTO-M technology combined with advanced 3D imaging. However, over time Visikol has amassed a wealth of experience in this space and is now a leader in end-to-end 3D cell culture assay services as well as their characterization using its advanced imaging tools which allow Visikol to address complex research questions and to get the most from these models.
At this year's conference, the Visikol team will be presenting two exhibitor hosted sessions and a poster:
Posters
Image-Based Quantification of Bile Canalicular Alteration in HepaRG Culture for Prediction of Drug-Induced Cholestasis. 
Poster 1969/P276 
Author: Solenne Martin 
Session Title: Liver II Time: 3/17/2020 2:15 PM to 3/17/2020 4:30 PM
Exhibitor Hosted Sessions
Assessing Fibrosis Amelioration Associated with NASH through High Content Imaging and an Advanced Liver 3D Cell Culture Model 
Session Description: 
An in vitro model capable of simulating NASH is crucial to developing best-in-class therapeutics for slowing and reversing the progression of this disease. This presentation describes a best-in-class assay that combines liver 3D cell culture models with high content imaging to quantify the amelioration of NASH progression. 
  
Date: 3/17 
Time: 10:30 AM-11:30 AM 
Room Assignment: 205A
Building Consensus in the Liver 3D Cell Culture Field Through Open Source Models
Session Description: 
In this session, Visikol will discuss how it has developed open source liver 3D cell culture models for use in routine toxicity studies that are tailored for specific research questions such that the ideal cost, throughput, and validation requirements are met.  
Date: 3/11 
Time: 09:00 AM-10:00 AM 
Room Assignment: 339
About Visikol 
Visikol is a CRO focused on advanced drug discovery that is leading the fields of bio-imaging, bioinformatics and image analysis. We conduct end-to-end drug discovery services that include both 2D and 3D in vitro models and assays, 3D whole mount tissue imaging, digital pathology and custom drug discovery projects. Visikol offers a portfolio of drug discovery services ranging from 2D and 3D cell culture model and assay development to in vitro screening, animal tissue histology and automated image processing. The focus of these services is to transform tissues into images and ultimately into quantitative data sets that can be mined for actionable insights that help our Clients make more informed decisions during the drug discovery process. Additionally, Visikol manufactures and sells a suite of tissue clearing reagents and 3D immuno-labeling kits. These products allow researchers to easily and rapidly image whole tissues and 3D cell culture models in 3D instead of traditional 2D sectioning. For more information about Visikol or its services, please visit our website at visikol.com.



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A Vancouver, Washington based laboratory, Molecular Testing Labs, is preparing to offer coronavirus testing.

VANCOUVER, WASH. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
By now you have already heard of COVID-19, a new coronavirus disease spreading rapidly throughout the world. The virus responsible is called SARS-CoV-2. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has reported cases of COVID-19 in over 70 locations, affecting more than 100,000 people globally. While the virus is likely to cause a range of symptoms from mild to more severe, the illness has also resulted in death.
We know that SARS-Cov-2 is spread by person-to-person contact, but the complete clinical picture of the virus is uncertain. More testing is needed to fully understand the virus and how it should be contained. It is unclear if the virus can be spread through asymptomatic transmission or how long the virus can survive without a live host. The incubation period - the period of time that someone may carry the virus before symptoms occur - is estimated to be an average of 5 days, but may be as short as 2 days, and as long as 14.
Limited access to testing has hindered laboratories and healthcare providers from researching and containing the virus. Many health officials are concerned about other cases of COVID-19 that are going undetected due to the lack of available testing. Molecular understood the urgent need for SARS-CoV-2 testing, and we quickly began preparations to make it available.
In the coming weeks we hope to provide SARS-CoV-2 testing to health departments, hospitals, commercial partners, providers, and patients. We have resources to meet the high demand for testing that is anticipated. Our at-home self-collect capabilities will bring the test directly to the patient, establishing access to care without barriers. Anyone showing symptoms of COVID-19 will have access to testing from their own home, rather than elsewhere in the community, where they may expose others to the infection. The test is collected with an easy-to-use nasal swab and is shipped overnight back to the lab. Most results can be delivered within 24-48 hours from the time it is received at our lab, and you can get prompt follow-up care from a licensed physician providing consultation, medication, and recovery instructions. 
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Molecular's mission is to provide accessible and innovative laboratory solutions through collaborative partnerships with payors, private healthcare institutions, universities, and public health organizations. We have revolutionized access to convenient and affordable testing using unique distribution and collection methodologies and believe that everyone should have access to the care they need. For more information about Molecular Testing Labs, please visit our website at http://www.moleculartestinglabs.com. For a full menu of our at-home testing, please visit http://www.myhometests.com.

Our at-home self-collect capabilities will bring the test directly to the patient, establishing access to care without barriers.




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American Shaman officially unveils its first sleep product, CBNight, on Friday, March 13 on World Sleep Day. The water-soluble tincture is the first American Shaman item to focus on cannabinol (CBN), a minor cannabinoid tied to several distinct sleep benefits.
"One of the most common issues facing people today is a lack of quality sleep," says CEO Vince Sanders. "We developed CBNight to help people get to sleep faster and stay asleep longer."
While better known cannabinoids, primarily THC and CBD, attach to CB1 and CB2 cell receptors, CBN also interacts with the TRPA-1, TRPV-2, TRPV-3, and TRPV-4 cellular ion channels. This results in a state of relaxation that supports consistent, deep sleep. Users report feeling refreshed, without the grogginess that accompanies other, more traditional sleep aids.
"This represents an exciting evolution in the development of cannabinoid products," continues Sanders. "We've already seen phenomenal success in the utilization of our proprietary nanotechnology with CBD products. By applying this knowledge to CBNight, we've been able to create a tincture that has unsurpassed bioavailability, making it the first CBN oil of its kind on the market."
CBNight, in accordance with Section 297A of the 2018 Farm Bill, contains less than 0.3 percent THC and has no psychoactive effects. CBD American Shaman recommends taking it with 8oz of water 30 minutes before bed. And, because of CBNight's sleep-supporting properties, users should not operate heavy machinery or drive after taking it.
For more information visit https://cbdamericanshaman.com/cbn-oil.
About American Shaman 
Based out of Kansas City, Missouri, American Shaman has been making high quality cannabinoid tinctures and products since 2014. The company was one of the first to utilize nanotechnology to increase the bioavailability of CBD. Additionally, American Shaman is one of only a handful of CBD companies to receive certification from the US Hemp Authority for its manufacturing and quality control processes.

One of the most common issues facing people today is a lack of quality sleep," says CEO Vince Sanders. "We developed CBNight to help people get to sleep faster and stay asleep longer.




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HCAOA Urges Steady Communication Between Caregivers, Clients and Families.

WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
As a key part of the health care continuum for America's seniors, home care providers are working to allay their clients' fears in the face of the current global outbreak of novel coronavirus-19.
"While the majority of home care clients are part of the population most vulnerable to the Coronavirus outbreak – elderly people with underlying medical conditions – the very nature of home care makes it the safest care environment during this uncertain time," said Emma Dickison, President of HCAOA.
"Care is delivered one-to-one, as opposed to a group environment, and our Caregivers are in the best position to observe any changes to a client's condition, as they combine for over 1 million hours of close personal care every day. Furthermore, data bears out that seniors who have an in-home Caregiver require 25% fewer doctor's visits and are less likely to require hospitalizations. Caregivers, especially in states where home care requires a license, are working under emergency protocols and can serve as effective triage for the health care system due to their proximity to and personal knowledge of their clients."
To help member organizations navigate the growing concern of COVID-19, the Home Care Association of America, which represents more than 3,000 home care agencies across the country, has urged its member organizations to have regular communications with their staff, clients and families.
"During times like these, useful information particularly on how our home care agencies are protecting clients as well as our workers, and preparing for emergencies, helps reduce anxiety" said Dickison. All of our home care agencies are encouraged to communicate routinely with clients and their families to let them know our emergency plans and what protocols we are following now to ensure the safety of client as well as our home care aides."
"As anyone deeply involved in personal and health care knows, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," said Dickison. "Families of individuals receiving care in their home are encouraged to contact their provider with any questions they may have in case of an emergency."
About HCAOA 
Founded in 2002, the Home Care Association of America (HCAOA) is the industry's leading trade association – currently representing nearly 3,000 companies that employ more than 500,000 caregivers across the United States. HCAOA serves as the home care industry's unified voice. Representing a diverse number of small, mid-level and large corporations, HCAOA unites the industry through speaking with one voice in Washington, D.C. and state capitals across the country. HCAOA protects industry interests, promotes industry values, tackles barriers to growth and takes on industry-wide issues.

Data bears out that seniors who have an in-home Caregiver require 25% fewer doctor's visits and are less likely to require hospitalizations.



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There is no higher priority to our entire Matzafun Tours Family than the Safety of our Guests and Employees

LONG BRANCH, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
An Update Regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) and MatzaFun Tours 19th Annual Passover.
There is no higher priority to our entire Matzafun Tours Family than the Safety of our Guests and Employees. We are dedicated to following the protocols of medical professionals, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and the New Jersey Department of Health to stay on top of this situation as we execute our 19TH "Sold Out" Passover 2020 event at Ocean Place Resort & Spa in Long Branch New Jersey. EPA approved, hospital-grade disinfectant is used in the kitchen, lavatories, sleeping rooms, and public spaces. Additional cleaning and disinfecting is being done throughout the hotel on a regular basis. We are providing disinfectant wipes, alcohol wipes and Purell stations that are easily available to our guests and employees throughout public areas.
All of our food service personnel culinary as well as waiter staff are equipped with gloves during food preparation and service times. All guests prior to entering dinning and tea room will be required to sanitize their hands with Purell. Matzafun personnel will be available to monitor this.
As in past years we have once again hired our own security personnel to monitor outside guests and advise that the hotel is closed for a private function and is available only to our guests.
According to the most recent information from the CDC, for most people, the immediate risk of being exposed to the virus that causes COVID-19 is thought to be low.
Rest assured, we are monitoring this developing situation closely, staying in regular contact with medical professional, health organizations, and other experts. We also ask our guests to keep in mind the guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control to minimize your risk before, during and after your stay at the hotel:
We would like to share the recommended guidelines from the Center for Disease Control(CDC)
Avoid close contact with people who are sick. 
Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth. 
Stay in your room if you become sick. 
Cover your cough sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. 
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using regular household cleaning spray or wipes which we have available onsite. Especially cell phones. 
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 second, especially after using the bathroom; before eating; after being in a public place and touching surfaces in common areas, and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. 
If soap and water are not readily available use alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, but always wash hand with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.(CDC 2020)
To lower this risk even further, the CDC recommends the following:
To the extent possible, avoid touching high-touch services in public places-elevator buttons, door handles, handrails, handshaking with people, etc. Use tissue or your sleeve to cover your hand or finger if you must touch something or wash your hand or use sanitizer which will be stationed throughout the hotel afterwards.
Replace handshakes with foot taps or elbow bumps.
Avoid crowding together in limited ventilated spaces. Spread out take advantage of the outdoor spaces as weather permits including our beautiful patios gorgeous beach and boardwalk.
If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms we respectfully ask, that you contact a medical professional to get the appropriate medical care and attention prior to arriving at the hotel this Passover.
Thank you for your patience and trust in Matzafun Tours. We are prepared to navigate through these challenging circumstances with your safety and confidence in Matzafun Tours at the forefront of everything we do.
Matza Fun Tours makes your Passover at Ocean Place the ultimate family vacation - peaceful and refreshing. To learn about Passover with Matza Fun at the Ocean Place Resort & Spa Package visit us at http://www.matzafun.com or call Jay Press at 800.752.6050 or 215.332.2444
About Jerry Abramson's MatzaFun Tours 
For over 30 years, Jerry Abramson's MatzaFun Tours has been providing the ultimate in service and kosher cuisine for their Passover resort guests. The hallmark of their successful programs is their attention to detail and innovative cuisine that only comes through decades of personal hands-on experience. Their combined backgrounds cover the culinary arts (Jerry began his classical training as a master chef in Europe), marketing (Shelly began her sales career at one of the nation's top food products companies), kosher foods industry, and hotel management. In addition to MatzaFun Tours, Jerry and Shelly own and operate a year-round upscale kosher catering business in the Philadelphia region. They are also kosher foods purveyors, offering exclusive Glatt products and delicacies to the industry. Shelly and Jerry are both very active members of the Cherry Hill Jewish, New Jersey and Boca Raton, Florida communities, serving as volunteers and board members of several institutions.

There is no higher priority to our entire Matzafun Tours Family than the Safety of our Guests and Employees.



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