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Excel Physical Therapy Expands Its Reach with Clinics in Englewood Cliffs, Hackettstown, and Morristown

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Now accepting new patients at all EXCEL locations

HACKENSACK, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Excel Physical Therapy ("EXCEL"), New Jersey's premier provider of orthopedic physical therapy since 1990, is pleased to announce the acquisition of three new clinics in Englewood Cliffs, Hackettstown, and Morristown. As with all existing EXCEL locations, these clinics will provide outpatient physical therapy, soft tissue mobilization, and orthopedic therapy to surgical and non-surgical patients. 

Englewood Cliffs (201-564-4979): 701 Palisade Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632

Hackettstown (908-546-1768): 915 County Road 517, Suite 24, Hackettstown, NJ 07840

Morristown (973-321-9500): 22 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960

"Not only do these additions enable us to expand our footprint, but more importantly, they allow us to bring EXCEL's signature patient experience to a broader audience within New Jersey," said Gary Flink, EXCEL's Chief Executive Officer. "We're looking forward to becoming a part of these vibrant communities."
The Englewood Cliffs, Hackettstown, and Morristown offices are now accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment, please submit an online request or call your local EXCEL office.
ABOUT EXCEL: 
Excel Physical Therapy specializes in the provision of comprehensive physical therapy to individuals following joint replacement, arthroscopic and reconstructive surgeries, as well as spine surgeries. In addition to post-surgical therapy, we pride ourselves in the treatment of patients with non-surgical orthopedic, sports, and spinal-related injuries.
We strive to offer an exemplary model of patient care in a professional and caring environment. Our skilled staff of highly trained physical therapists have extensive experience in treating advanced orthopedic injuries, and are referred by many of the area's and nation's top physicians.
We have treated many members of the New Jersey Devils and New York Giants and are the preferred Physical Therapy provider for the NCAA Division 1 sports program at Fairleigh Dickinson University. At EXCEL we bring the same level of expertise, experience and care to all of our patients, ranging from school-aged children to seniors to high-level athletes.
Our foundation for success has been built upon providing exceptional quality care, while maintaining an unsurpassed level of professional standards and customer/patient service.




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Talaria Transportation specializes in secure, compliant logistics for the legal cannabis industry. The company provides optimum systems for every facet of the market, including product, payment, cash processing, and lab testing transportation.

PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Talaria Transportation, LLC, a privately held company specializing in secure, compliant logistics for the legal cannabis industry, today announced its cash management, product distribution, and testing fleet services have expanded to Maryland. The Philadelphia-based company is now operating in 14 states, with a stronghold in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.
Established in 2017, Talaria Transportation has grown exponentially to meet the increasing delivery needs of cannabis cultivators, dispensaries, and brands. Over 223 dispensaries rely on the company as well as cultivation operators with upwards of four million square-feet in facility space.
"Talaria has the ability to handle state-specific compliance measures and the industry's unique distribution ecosystem. Nearly 80 percent of our accounts are multi-state operators and Maryland was the natural next market for us to increase our geographic footprint," stated Ari Raptis, CEO and founder of Talaria Transportation.
In 2019, Maryland dispensary sales topped $252 million more than doubling the previous sum of $109.3 million accrued during its first year, according to state data. Additional cultivation and processing licenses are expected to bolster market sales and competition in 2020.
Talaria Transportation provides a single source solution for companies and brands looking to improve their cannabis distribution and sourcing networks. "Operators are able to mitigate risk and shift the liability to us by considering the transfer of product an 'end of sale.' From there, we take on the role of brand accelerators and find the right end consumer for those products through our home delivery platform," explained Raptis. "On the cash handling end, we are able to process straight to the federal reserve, providing a multi-faceted supply chain for an industry with limited access to banking."
The Talaria Transportation cash handling arm is currently processing $40 million dollars per month across its custom-outfitted fleet with top-of-the-line tracking technology to ensure secure and reliable transfers.
The growing company plans to increase its team of professional drivers to 130 and enter another six U.S. markets and be operational in 20 states by the end of year. For more information, visit TryTalaria.com.
About Talaria: 
Established in 2017, Talaria Transportation, LLC is a privately held company specializing in secure logistics for the legal cannabis industry. Talaria is currently operating in 14 states and provides optimum systems for every facet of the market, including product, payment, cash processing, and lab testing transportation. With a professional team comprised of retired police officers and military veterans, the Company is dedicated to delivering health throughout the United States and North America. Talaria Transportation is headquartered at 3576 West Chester Pike, #373, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, 19073. For information, visit TryTalaria.com.

Talaria has the ability to handle state-specific compliance measures and the industry's unique distribution ecosystem. Nearly 80 percent of our accounts are multi-state operators and Maryland was the natural next market for us to increase our geographic footprint.



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MaidPro, a residential cleaning business, has released its internal training video on Corona Preparedness to help communities stay safe during the rising spread of the virus. This is the first time MaidPro has made one of their professional training videos available to the public.
WATCH CORONAVIRUS PREPAREDNESS VIDEO HERE
The 45-minute video covers everything you need to know about disinfecting your environment to remove harmful viruses and bacteria. The training video is hosted by MaidPro's Chief Cleaning Officer, Melissa Homer.
"I've been in the commercial, chemical, and professional cleaning business for 20 years. My job at MaidPro is to provide the safest, most effective cleaning solutions and procedures for our franchise locations," says Homer. "I work with the industry's top scientists and have been recognized by some of the nation's top media outlets including HGTV, The Boston Globe, A&E, Washington Post, and more."
WATCH CORONAVIRUS PREPAREDNESS VIDEO HERE
As of March 12, 2020, eight countries including the United States are reporting more than 1,000 cases of COVID-19. The United States Government has banned all travel to Europe for the next 30 days (excluding the UK). The National Basketball Association has suspended their season indefinitely and many major universities and businesses are following suit.
"Our reasons for releasing our training video is to help protect everyone from this dangerous disease," states Mark Kushinsky, MaidPro CEO. "As professionals in the cleaning industry, we have knowledge that can help keep our communities informed and protected. The fact that we are hands-on in the field cleaning and disinfecting our client's homes is something we are taking very seriously. Whether it is other cleaning companies, schools, hospitals, or just concerned citizens, this training video will help."
WATCH CORONAVIRUS PREPAREDNESS VIDEO HERE
MaidPro has been in the cleaning business for over 28 years, has 285 locations across the United States and Canada, and prides itself on using the most effective and safe strategies to keep homes and families healthy.
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 and cross contamination.

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

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

WATCH CORONAVIRUS PREPAREDNESS VIDEO HERE
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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"As professionals in the cleaning industry, we have knowledge that can help keep our communities informed and protected. Whether it is other cleaning companies, schools, hospitals, or just concerned citizens, this training video will help."




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An upcoming episode will feature professionals in the Integrative Medicine sector.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
American actor, producer, and playwright, Laurence Fishburne, is the host of the educational program "In Depth". The show interviews experts about a wide array of topics to educate its viewing audience about issues taking place in the world today. A new episode will plunge into the medical field by discussing personalized integrative medicine.
Integrative medicine differs from standard medical treatment. This type of care takes a patient-focused approach. Putting the patient first means taking time to get to know the patient and taking into consideration their beliefs and values in regards to their health. Conventional medicine focuses primarily on the disease, whereas integrative medicine takes into account a patient's emotional, physical, spiritual, mental, and environment.
Often western medicine misinterprets symptoms as diseases, whereas integrative medicine works to treat the underlying causes for an individual's symptoms. Research shows there is a connection between the immune system and brain and a person's emotional state and disease. Integrative medicine uses laboratory and genetic testing to determine the appropriate route of treatment for a patient's needs. This approach uses treatments that encourage the body's healing process by removing barriers to healing and providing the body with what it requires to achieve optimal health. The least invasive procedures, which include natural evidence-based, are used first instead of more severe options when appropriate.
The upcoming episode on "In Depth" with Laurence Fishburne will further explore patient-focused care and personalized integrative medicine.
"In Depth" with Laurence Fishburne is carefully reviewed before broadcast. The informational program has accepted several accolades. 

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The upcoming episode on "In Depth" with Laurence Fishburne will further explore patient-focused care and personalized integrative medicine.




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RespirCare to use HGE Health's remote symptom management platform, adapted per CDC guidelines, to remotely monitor patients with confirmed, suspected, or at-risk for COVID-19 and effectively reduce the spread of the Virus in Oklahoma

FORT WASHINGTON, PA. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
RespirCare is employing HGE Health's adapted solution for remotely monitoring patients with respiratory disease to support quarantine and containment efforts of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The adapted solution will allow patients with confirmed, suspected, or at-risk for COVID-19 to submit symptom logs via HGE Health's remote symptom management platform. In addition to the standard respiratory symptoms tracked in the clinically-validated HGE Health solution for COPD (e.g. cough, fever, shortness of breath), the adaptation will include screening and triage questions recommended for use by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) such as contact with persons known to have COVID-19, fatigue, chills, and body aches.
RespirCare is uniquely positioned as a clinical hub with a walk-in clinical setting that serves patients with respiratory conditions in Oklahoma. To protect patients, visitors and clinical staff from the virus, RespirCare will enroll patients 30-days before they are scheduled to visit the clinic in HGE Health's platform to monitor each patient's symptoms, exposure, and quarantine efforts on a daily basis. Patients with any common symptoms or multiple "other" symptoms of COVID 19, as identified by the CDC triage guidelines, are contacted via telephone by clinical staff (nurses and respiratory therapists), triaged, and potentially treated remotely to avoid unnecessary contact and exposure from a clinic visit. High-risk and highly symptomatic patients are appropriately referred to the proper health care facility with advance notice to the providers.
"Patients with COPD and other respiratory conditions are at an increased risk for severe outcomes if they become infected by COVID-19," stated Dr. Mark Boomer, founder and CEO of RespirCare. "The lungs of COVID-19 patients can become infected, causing lung congestion or the lungs to begin filling with fluid in a worst-case scenario. When this occurs, the heart works harder in an effort to satisfy the body's demand for oxygen. Patients with COPD or another underlying respiratory condition already have limited lung capacity, so a COVID-19 infection has the potential to make a bad situation worse. Our remote access to the symptom data for our COPD patients using HGE Health's telemedicine platform allows us to intervene before the respiratory condition of our patients deteriorates to a point requiring inpatient medical care, but also enables us to isolate those patients at home, before they can expose others to COVID-19."
HGE Health, a healthcare technology-enabled services company whose solutions empower physicians to better manage their COPD patient's symptoms, joined forces nearly a year ago with RespirCare to manage COPD patients seen by the RespirCare clinic in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The collaboration between RespirCare and HGE Health has already improved the lives of COPD patients and is beginning to serve the needs of COVID-19 patients while protecting the general public against the virus.
COVID-19 has now spread to over 110 countries around the world, infecting more than 120,000 and killing more than 4,000. The World Health Organization ("WHO") recognizes that the severity of Coronavirus is linked to the age and health condition of patients. Patients of an advanced age (at least 60 years old) and diagnosed with a co-morbid disease are the most likely to experience a severe infection of Coronavirus, which requires special treatment of patients such as those enrolled in HGE Health's platform who suffer from a respiratory condition. The WHO's clinical management recommendation states that oxygen therapy is the major treatment intervention for patients with a severe Coronavirus infection, as patients with an acute respiratory infection are at significant risk of critical illness. Mortality in those with critical illness has been reported as over 50%, according to the WHO, thus implementation of proven critical care interventions such as lung protective ventilation should be optimized.
HGE Health's digital platform and technology-enabled services, called HGE Care, allows pulmonary and primary care physicians to remotely care for patients from anywhere in the nation, and help patients better understand and manage changes in their COPD symptoms. Thanks to a daily digital interaction with their healthcare team, patients are engaged in their own symptom management, and log their symptoms on the HGE Care platform over 80% - 90% of the time. Patients enjoy peace of mind that each day they experience a change from their typical COPD symptoms, their own physician/care team will provide same-day feedback, helping patients breathe easier, avoiding ER visits and hospital admissions, and enjoy an improved quality of life, all while reducing overall healthcare costs for patients and their health plan.
About HGE Health 
Headquartered in Fort Washington, PA, HGE Health harnesses its deep experience in chronic disease management and digital health in pulmonary disease, telemedicine and mobile health to develop a clinical services platform that delivers better care faster at a much lower cost for patients, physicians and payors. Built on clinical protocols developed and supported by 16 years of research, the company's technology has compiled the longest running and world's largest longitudinal data set of COPD symptoms, interventions and clinical management to help physicians provide care for a geographically and socio-economically diverse COPD and pulmonary patient population.
About RespirCare 
Founded in Tulsa, OK, RespirCare is a novel clinic dedicated to treating acute and chronic respiratory conditions, from minor to the most severe. Remote symptom monitoring is offered to allow clinical interventions to be performed immediately, as symptoms begin to worsen. Treatment is available at RespirCare by appointment and as a walk-in clinic, which is open 7 days a week to ensure immediate care is available when patients need it most. A separate waiting room available for contagious patients, and oxygen outlets throughout establishes a patient-centric waiting environment with patient wellbeing and comfort in mind. RespirCare offers regular and after-hours care for no more than the cost of a visit to your regular pulmonary specialist, avoiding the costs of an emergency department visit.

The collaboration between RespirCare and HGE Health has already improved the lives of COPD patients and is beginning to serve the needs of COVID-19 patients in Oklahoma while protecting the general public against the virus.



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Windsor facilities across California and Arizona are carefully monitoring the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and are employing multiple strategies to limit the possible spread of the virus.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Windsor facilities across California and Arizona are carefully monitoring the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and are employing multiple strategies to limit the possible spread of the virus. Many of these steps are the same as those the facilities use every day to detect and prevent the spread of other respiratory viruses. They are also closely following the recently released guidelines published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Some of the specific steps being taken are:
a) Posting signs at the entrance instructing visitors not to enter if they have symptoms of a respiratory infection. 
b) Advising employees to stay home if they have symptoms of a respiratory infection. 
c) Assessing residents' symptoms of respiratory infection upon admission to the facility and implementing appropriate infection prevention procedures for incoming symptomatic residents. 
d) Residents with fever or acute respiratory infections will be restricted to their rooms. 
e) Communicating regularly with local and state public health sources regarding the disease and its spread. 
f) Supporting hand and respiratory hygiene, as well as cough etiquette by resident, visitors and employees. This includes: (i) ensuring employees clean their hands according to CDC guidelines; (ii) increasing the availability and use of alcohol based hand rubs; (iii) making sure tissues are available and sinks are well stocked with soap and paper towels for hand washing, 
g) Increasing their stock of personal protective equipment.
"Windsor facilities are committed to providing the safest possible environment to their residents, visitors and employees and will continue to implement best practices," says Heidi Capela, Vice President of Clinical Services. "We will continue to remain in contact with federal, state and local authorities to ensure they stay abreast of all relevant developments."
About Windsor: 
Windsor care centers provide short-term and long-term healthcare, rehabilitation services and assisted living communities throughout California and Arizona. Windsor facilities employ professionals that provide nursing, therapeutic, sub-acute and rehabilitation care to over 4,000 patients daily.

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"Windsor facilities are committed to providing the safest possible environment to their residents, visitors and employees and will continue to implement best practices."




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Maryland Vein Professionals now part of nationwide vein practice

GREENBELT, MD. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Center for Vein Restoration (CVR) is proud to announce a new partnership with Maryland Vein Professionals (MVP) – a major vein group in the state of Maryland, founded and directed by Jonathan Calure, MD since 2005. MVP locations in Columbia, Annapolis, and Towson, served by Dr. Calure and his physician team, Jon A. Hupp, MD, FSVS, FACS; Peter Liao, MD, PhD; and David R. Whittaker, MD, FACS, will now join the network of 85 CVR locations nationwide and 17 in the state of Maryland alone. MVP has been long known for its outstanding patient care, board-certified physicians, and clinical expertise. Through this partnership, gold-standard vein care will be available to more Maryland residents than ever before.
Dr. Jonathan Calure was the President and Surgical Director of Maryland Vein Professionals for 15 years. As one of the first physicians in the Baltimore-Washington-Annapolis area to perform the Venous Closure procedure, Dr. Calure is a national leader in the technique, performing over 30,000 treatments so far. Dr. Calure has two certifications by the American Board of Medical Specialties; he is board-certified in General Surgery and Thoracic-Cardiovascular Surgery. Dr. Calure is trained in both classic open surgical techniques, and is broadly trained in minimally invasive, video assisted, and catheter-based techniques.
A lifelong resident of Maryland, Dr. Calure has had the distinction of practicing Cardiac Surgery in the hospital of his birth, The Washington Adventist Hospital. Dr. Calure completed his undergraduate degree in Aerospace Engineering as a Chancellor's Scholar at The University of Maryland. While working part-time as an engineer at The NASA Goddard Spaceflight Center, he earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Calure completed his General Surgery Residency as well as his Cardiac Surgery Fellowship at the University of Maryland Hospital in Baltimore. Dr. Calure is a member of The American Vein and Lymphatic Society, The International Society of Endovascular Specialists, and The Society of Thoracic Surgeons. He will be practicing out of the Columbia, MD - Columbia 100 Parkway location.
Of the partnership with CVR, Dr. Calure said, "For over a decade, both CVR and MVP have been serving the community, providing the highest excellence in vein care with our board-certified teams, IAC accredited clinics, and dedication to the research and advancement in the field of phlebology," Calure continued, "By joining CVR, we can collectively serve more patients while moving the needle forward on treating venous disorders."
Dr. Sanjiv Lakhanpal, CEO; Dr. Khanh Q. Nguyen, Chief Medical Officer; and Ken Abod, CFO at CVR are all pleased to welcome Dr. Calure, Dr. Hupp, Dr. Liao, and Dr. Whittaker, as well as the rest of the MVP team, to the company. "We are truly humbled by Dr. Calure's decision to join his team with ours. With the MVP team at our side, our vision to 'to continuously redefine the care of patients with venous disorders' seems more in reach than ever before."
The other MVP Physicians joining CVR include: 

Jon A. Hupp, MD, FSVS, FACS, a board-certified vascular surgeon with over 25 years of medical experience. Dr. Hupp has practiced vascular surgery in the Annapolis area since 2002. He was the first surgeon in the Annapolis area to perform endovenous ablations starting in 2005 and he has performed thousands of procedures since. Dr. Hupp attended Stanford University and received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in Boston. He completed his General Surgery Residency and Vascular Surgery Fellowship at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital. He also completed and Endovascular Fellowship at Southern Illinois University in 2002. He will be practicing out of the Annapolis, MD – Bestgate Road location.

Peter Liao, MD, PhD, a board-certified General Surgeon with special expertise minimally invasive procedures and over 20 years of medical experience. Dr. Liao obtained his medical degree from the Jefferson Medical College as part of the Penn State/Jefferson combined six-year BS, MD program. During his time at Jefferson, Dr. Liao also completed a PhD in Pharmacology. In 1994, he started Residency in General Surgery at University of Maryland. He continued at University of Maryland with a Fellowship in Surgical Endoscopy and Advanced Laparoscopy. Following his medical education, he had many and prestigious academic and private practice appointments before shifting to focus exclusively on treating venous disorders for the last four years. He will be practicing out of the Towson, MD – Dulaney Valley location.

David R. Whittaker, MD, FACS, a board-certified vascular surgeon with over 20 years of medical experience. Dr. Whittaker graduated from the US Naval Academy with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and completed medical school at the State University of New York at Stony Brook. He subsequently obtained his General Surgery residency at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital. After a tour as the Battle Group Surgeon during Operation Iraqi Freedom, he returned to complete his Vascular Fellowship at Dartmouth in New Hampshire. Dr. Whittaker has published numerous manuscripts in the field of Vascular Surgery and has authored and co-authored several textbook chapters related to Vascular Disease and treatments. He has a particular interest in the advancement of venous disease treatments and is continuously evaluating new and innovative technologies to improve patient care. He will be practicing out of the Columbia, MD - Columbia 100 Parkway location.

"Every one of these doctors represents the clinical expertise and values of CVR as a whole, and we are so proud to have them on our team," concluded Dr. Lakhanpal.
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ABOUT VENOUS INSUFFICIENCY
Venous insufficiency, the cause of significant suffering due to the sequelae of venous hypertension, most commonly arises as achy, tired and heavy legs. It may or may not be associated with varicose veins, spider veins or skin changes including venous ulcerations and indiscriminately affects between 30–40 million Americans. Numerous factors including age, weight, prolonged sitting or standing, genetics or a history of DVT (blood clots) can increase the risk of developing this common and often underdiagnosed disorder. Treatment options have evolved to an array of minimally invasive procedures in an office setting.
ABOUT CENTER FOR VEIN RESTORATION
Center for Vein Restoration (CVR) is the largest physician-led practice treating vein disease in the country. Having performed its first procedure in 2007 under President and CEO Dr. Sanjiv Lakhanpal, Center for Vein Restoration has since become nationally recognized as the clinical leader in treating chronic venous insufficiency. With 90 centers and growing, CVR has over 600 employees and conducts over 200,000 patient interactions annually. To learn more about CVR and its mission, visit http://www.centerforvein.com or by phone at 1-800-FIX-LEGS.



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DiabetesSisters will continue to provide peer support to its members during COVID-19 watch.

CHICAGO (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
DiabetesSisters will offer Meetup Leaders and the community they serve the opportunity to continue monthly PODS Meetups using online or conference call methods through May 1, 2020. As a national nonprofit with a large number of volunteer leaders in communities across the United States, striving to improve the health and quality of life for women with diabetes, DiabetesSisters is committed to closely following the situation regarding COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus), and lowering the impact of COVID-19 on both its volunteers and the members of peer support groups those volunteers lead.
"We know that even (and especially) during this time, women living with diabetes need peer support," said Anna Norton, MS, CEO of DiabetesSisters. "We will monitor the situation and communicate with PODS Leaders if these dates require an extension."
People with diabetes have been identified as one group that may face higher risks of complications when dealing with COVID-19. For the health and safety of its volunteer leaders, group members, and staff, DiabetesSisters is following recommendations from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
About the PODS Meetup Program: 
Since 2010, the PODS (Part of DiabetesSisters) Meetup Program has offered monthly support to women living with any type of diabetes or prediabetes, providing a safe and nonjudgmental place to discuss the successes and challenges of living with diabetes. Led by women living with diabetes, the groups offer true peer support focused on women and diabetes. The PODS Meetup Program reaches more than 2,000 women annually in person and online. Women age 18 and over, living with any type of diabetes or prediabetes, are invited to attend PODS Meetups.
About DiabetesSisters: 
A 501(c)3 nonprofit, DiabetesSisters is the only organization nationwide focusing exclusively on women living with diabetes. Our mission is to improve the health and quality of life of women living with and at risk of developing diabetes and to advocate on their behalf. DiabetesSisters has a nearly 50,000-member peer network that united women with diabetes for the purpose of support, education, and advocacy. Signature programs include monthly peer support meetings (PODS Meetups); the Minority Initiative Program; Annual Leadership Institute for volunteer leaders; online expert articles, blog posts, forums; and conference. For more information, visit http://www.diabetessisters.org. 

"We know that even (and especially) during this time, women living with diabetes need peer support," said Anna Norton, MS, CEO of DiabetesSisters.




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China Advances in Digital Communication Overtaking the U.S. For the First Time.

MUNICH, GERMANY (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
The European Patent Office (EPO) today announced that U.S. companies and inventors filed over 46,200 European patent applications in 2019, 5.5% more than in the previous year, according to its Patent Index 2019 (Graph: Growth of patent applications at the EPO from the U.S.). With a share of 25% of all patent applications, the U.S. remained the most active country of origin for patent applications filed with the EPO (Graph: Origin of applications).
The growth in patent applications from the U.S. was largely driven by the rise of 5G and artificial intelligence (AI): there were strong increases in computer technology, where many of the patent applications in AI are filed (+13.6%, following a decrease of 2.2% in the previous year), and in digital communication, which includes the technologies that are central to implementing 5G networks (+14.6%, following a decrease of 7.5% in the previous year).
"Patent applications from the U.S. grew strongly at the EPO in 2019, with the U.S. being one of the main drivers in making digital communication and computer technology the fastest rising technology fields," said EPO President António Campinos. "This shows that Europe remains a highly relevant technology market for U.S. companies, knowing they can rely on a quality patent system that helps them build strong IP portfolios."
Overall, the European Patent Office received 181,000 patent applications in 2019, an increase of 4% compared to 2018 (Graph: Growth of European patent applications). The growth was mainly fueled by significantly more applications coming from China (+29.2% over 2018), the U.S. and South Korea (+14.1%). (Graph: Top 50 countries for applications). In the past decade, patent filings from China with the EPO have increased nearly six-fold (12,247 applications in 2019 vs. 2,061 in 2010.
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES ON THE RISE 
Digital communication and computer technologywere the dominant fields of technology at the EPO overall. These sectors posted the highest growth of all technology fields, with digital communication overtaking medical technology, which had been the most patent-active segment since 2006. With an increase of 65%, Chinese companies contributed most to the growth in digital communication patent applications, with U.S. (+15%) and South Korean firms (+36%) following suit. In terms of share, China, the U.S. and Europe each accounted for roughly a quarter of all patent applications filed with the EPO in 2019 in this field, with China pulling slightly ahead of the U.S. and Europe for the first time. The top applicants in the field in 2019 were Huawei, Ericsson and Qualcomm (Graph: Leading applicants, digital communication).
In computer technology, U.S. companies accounted for 38% of all patent application in that field and saw 14% growth over 2018. Applications from China (+19%) made up nearly 11%. The leading applicants in 2019 were Alphabet (Google), Microsoft, Samsung, Huawei and Intel (Graph: Leading applicants, computer technology).
U.S. COMPANIES STRONGEST IN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, PHARMACEUTICALS, COMPUTING 
U.S. companies were particularly strong in medical technology, which remained the largest field for patent applications at the EPO from U.S. companies with a growth of 6.3%. U.S. firms accounted for 40% of all patent applications in this sector at the EPO in 2019. Other U.S. strongholds included pharmaceuticals with a 39% share, computer technology with a 38% share, and biotechnology with 32% of all patent applications at the EPO in that field.
The strongest growth among the 15 most important U.S. technology fields was recorded in transport, which includes the automotive and aeronautics sectors, where patent applications from U.S. companies at the EPO grew by 17%.
UNITED TECHNOLOGIES NO. 1 U.S. PATENT APPLICANT 
For the second year in a row, United Technologies was the most active U.S. patent applicant at the EPO with 2,813 patent applications, again followed by Qualcomm (1,668 applications) and General Electric (1,247). Rounding out the top five were Alphabet (1,196) and Microsoft (1,112), which moved up to fourth and fifth position (Graph: Top U.S. applicants at the EPO in 2019).
HUAWEI HEADS THE LIST OF APPLICANTS 
Huawei topped the table of patent applicants at the EPO in 2019 with 3,524 applications, almost two thirds of which were filed in digital communication. Samsung moved up to second place and LG gained a position to take third. The two South Korean firms were followed by United Technologies and the top applicant of 2018, Siemens, which dropped to fifth place. Qualcomm ranked as the sixth-largest patent applicant (Graph: Top ten applicants at the EPO in 2019).
For detailed statistics, see the EPO Patent Index 2019 at http://www.epo.org/patent-index2019
ABOUT THE EPO 
With nearly 7,000 staff, the European Patent Office (EPO) is one of the largest public service institutions in Europe. Headquartered in Munich with offices in Berlin, Brussels, The Hague and Vienna, the EPO was founded with the aim of strengthening co-operation on patents in Europe. Through the EPO's centralized patent granting procedure, inventors are able to obtain high-quality patent protection in up to 44 countries, covering a market of some 700 million people. The EPO is also the world's leading authority in patent information and patent searching.

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NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that Andrew Maes, Do, Thedacare in Berlin, WI has been designated as a UroLift Center of Excellence. The designation recognizes that Dr. Maes has achieved a high level of training and experience with the UroLift System and demonstrated a commitment to exemplary care for men suffering from symptoms associated with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate.
Recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines, the FDA-cleared Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH. The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue.
The UroLift Center of Excellence program is designed to highlight urologists who are committed to educating their patients on BPH and the UroLift System as a treatment option and consistently seek to deliver excellent patient outcomes and experiences.
"This designation recognizes Dr. Andrew Maes as a UroLift Center of Excellence for his commitment to providing safe and effective treatment to patients with BPH," said Dave Amerson, president of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit. "We are pleased to see the continued acceptance of the UroLift System as a standard of care treatment that may allow men to discontinue the use of BPH medications and improve their quality of life."
Over 40 million men in the United States are affected by BPH, a condition that occurs when the prostate gland that surrounds the male urethra becomes enlarged with advancing age and begins to obstruct the urinary system. Symptoms of BPH often include interrupted sleep and urinary problems and can cause loss of productivity, depression and decreased quality of life.
Medication is often the first-line therapy for enlarged prostate, but relief can be inadequate and temporary. Side effects of medication treatment can include sexual dysfunction, dizziness and headaches, prompting many patients to quit using the drugs. For these patients, the classic alternative is surgery that cuts, heats or removes prostate tissue to open the blocked urethra. While current surgical options can be very effective in relieving symptoms, they can also leave patients with permanent side effects such as urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and retrograde ejaculation.
About the UroLift System
The FDA-cleared UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a minimally invasive transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue. Clinical data from a pivotal 206-patient randomized controlled study showed that patients with enlarged prostate receiving UroLift implants reported rapid and durable symptomatic and urinary flow rate improvement without compromising sexual function*1,2. Patients also experienced a significant improvement in quality of life. Over 100,000 men have been treated with the UroLift System in the U.S. Most common adverse events reported include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence. Most symptoms were mild to moderate in severity and resolved within two to four weeks after the procedure. The Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. The UroLift System is available in the U.S., Europe, Australia, Canada, Mexico and South Korea. Learn more at http://www.urolift.com.
About NeoTract | Teleflex Interventional Urology
A wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated, the Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our initial focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift System, a minimally invasive permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving normal sexual function*1,2. Learn more at http://www.neotract.com.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people's lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit http://www.teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow, Deknatel, Hudson RCI, LMA, Pilling, Rusch, UroLift and Weck – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose
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Media: 
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2.McVary, J Sex Med 2016
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DataXoom, the leading mobility provider dedicated to supporting purpose-built LTE mobile deployments in the enterprise, today announced it has joined the VMware Technology Alliance Partner (TAP) program as a standard level partner.

MANCHESTER, N.H. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
DataXoom, the leading mobility provider dedicated to supporting purpose-built LTE mobile deployments in the enterprise, today announced it has joined the VMware Technology Alliance Partner (TAP) program as a standard level partner.
Members of the TAP program collaborate with VMware to deliver innovative solutions for virtualization and cloud computing. The diversity and depth of the TAP ecosystem provides customers with the flexibility to choose a partner with the right expertise to satisfy their unique needs. With thousands of members worldwide, the VMware TAP program includes technology partners with the shared goal to bring the best expertise and business solutions for each unique customer environment.
"We welcome DataXoom as a valued member of the VMware TAP program," said Kristen Edwards, director, Technology Alliance Partner Program, VMware. "This membership means customers can take full advantage of a streamlined cloud infrastructure experience. By joining the program, DataXoom is working with VMware to develop technologies that can transform customers' environments."
"DataXoom is committed to building direct API integration with our partners so our proprietary platform can seamlessly become part of our customers' existing systems," said Chris Hill, DataXoom CEO. "We want our customers to manage their mobility without exiting their current IT environment. Our goal is to provide value without adding complexity."
DataXoom's product information, collateral and other assets are listed within the online VMware Solution Exchange at https://marketplace.vmware.com/vsx/solutions/dataxoom-mobility-implementation-platform-1.
The VMware Solution Exchange is an online marketplace where VMware partners and developers can publish rich marketing content and downloadable software for our customers.
About DataXoom 
DataXoom is the leading mobility provider dedicated to supporting purpose-built mobile deployments in the enterprise. DataXoom's success is driven by its proprietary platform, vast partner ecosystem, and deep mobility expertise. DataXoom's multi-carrier billing, rating, and provisioning platform connects its enterprise customers to LTE and 5G networks from the leading US wireless providers. DataXoom's platform integrates a complex set of mobility services and partners into one platform, which was built to integrate these services into an enterprise's existing CRM, help desk or homegrown enterprise management software.
VMware is a registered trademark of VMware, Inc. in the United States and other jurisdictions. All other marks and names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.
For more information, please visit http://www.dataxoom.com, email info@dataxoom.com or call 510-474-0044. Follow us on Twitter @DataXoom. 

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Stellarbound Launches 0% THC Product Line and Gives a Percentage of Proceeds to Charitable Causes.

DALLAS (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Stellarbound opened it's online shop in January 2020 and specializes in high-quality hemp-based CBD products. The owners bring a long tradition of crafting custom-made hemp products for family and friends, and they recently decided that the time was right to make their craft available to the general public. The passage of new state laws as well as the implementation of the U.S. Farm Bill in the year 2018 are reflecting a new way of thinking about cannabinoids, and even the grandparents of the Stellarbound's founders admitted that after several weeks of using CBD products, they experienced better sleep and the aches and pains that had become of their normal existence began to fade away. They also reported feeling less stress and anxiety and an overall improvement in their mood.
Research on cannabis products was stalled for decades, and more is still necessary to determine its benefits. However, the founders of Stellarbound firmly believe that their products have the potential to change lives for the better. Each product is subject to a full-panel safety test before being released to the general consumer market. As part of their commitment to the betterment of society as a whole, Stellarbound has a program in place that gives a percentage of its proceeds to good causes.
Stellarbound founders are also aware that CBD products can be prohibitively expensive, and to that end, they're dedicated to keeping their prices as low as possible as well as offering free shipping for customers going through their online ordering portal. Products are crafted using CBD and MCT oil rather than the full-spectrum CBD other producers use. The manufacturing process used in Stellarbound's products creates an end product with a neutral taste and smell that also contains no THC.
In keeping with the philosophy of less is more, Stellarbound offers two products: 1000mg CBD Isolate Oil and 2000mg CBD Isolate Oil. Stellarbound looks forward to serving consumers by providing safe and affordable CBD products for many years to come.



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In response to the need for more remote healthcare options, HealthFix offers on-demand access to OB/GYNs and Health Coaches for personalized menopause care with nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress management and prescription support

SEATTLE (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Making it easier than ever for women in midlife to get personalized, remote, and relevant care, Gennev (https://gennev.com) today announced its new monthly membership service "HealthFix'' support for women in menopause. HealthFix offers a unique, 3-in-1 customizable approach that enables women to schedule appointments with telemedicine-based OB/GYNs for medical advice and prescriptions, as well as access professional health coaches and registered dietitians via video, chat, and text messaging. To round out HealthFix, Gennev also integrates its popular retail menopause symptom relief products, including dietary supplements, lubricants, and hygiene solutions.
"Women shouldn't have to be wealthy to afford a personal nutritionist or exercise specialist, or gain access to menopause professionals," says Gennev CEO and co-founder Jill Angelo. "With Gennev's telemedicine service and additional new HealthFix membership, the everyday woman can get the personalized and remote care she needs throughout her entire journey — without breaking the bank."
Founded in 2016, Gennev pioneered the modern-day online clinic for women in menopause. Today, over 25,000 women have turned to Gennev's Menopause Assessment to discover if they're in menopause, find solutions for symptom relief, and seek care from experienced female practitioners. This "Made for Women in Menopause" approach to healthcare makes it convenient to secure prescriptions for hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or birth control and get medical advice from OB/GYNs while keeping rates comparable to most co-pays.
However, Gennev has learned that menopause management goes beyond providing prescription support, because not every woman can or wishes to take hormone therapy. To fill the gap, Gennev built the HealthFix membership to offer women both behavioral and medical solutions to menopause symptoms through a team of health coaches, registered dietitians, physiologists, and OB/GYNs. Gennev's continued innovation advances the possibilities of telemedicine to give women the physical and mental health support they need online. In addition, because Gennev's platform is online to support women through the entire lifecycle of menopause, at this critical time with COVID-19, Gennev is focused on helping women stay out of waiting rooms to keep space open for critical patients and to follow social distancing protocols.
"Too often, women are forced to put up with misinformation and resort to Facebook Groups, searching the Internet, or working with health professionals who do not understand the idiosyncrasies of menopause," says Rebecca Dunsmoor-Su, M.D., OB/GYN, North American Menopause Society (NAMS)-certified practitioner, and Chief Medical Officer at Gennev. "HealthFix helps women feel supported from a medical and lifestyle perspective and minimizes the burden of managing communications across various healthcare professionals."
How the HealthFix Membership Works 
When a woman signs up for HealthFix, she becomes a member of the Gennev community. She's advised to take the Gennev Menopause Assessment to understand where she is in the menopause journey. Via Gennev's digital health platform, she is prompted to schedule her first, video-based appointment with a coach to create a personalized care plan. This approach takes into account the woman's unique experience with menopause to formulate a personal plan, as there is no "one-size-fits-all" solution to symptoms.
With access to unlimited chat and/or video conferencing, she can communicate with her HealthFix coach for regular check-ins, refinements to her plan, and if needed, to help her schedule time with one of Gennev's telemedicine-based OB/GYNs. Every HealthFix member's experience is unique to her symptoms and lifestyle situation, which determines the frequency of contact between patient, coach, and doctor.
HealthFix members manage their personal plan via their health dashboard where they can track their top menopause symptoms and access Wellness Packs for Hot Flashes and Nutrition & Exercise. Each HealthFix Wellness Pack includes education resources including videos, symptom trackers, and week-by-week action plans. Quarterly, HealthFix members receive complementary Gennev dietary supplements, lubricants, and hygiene products for symptom relief formulated by Gennev OB/GYN and Naturopathic doctors. Additional product discounts and free shipping are also available.
"When I found Gennev, I was having perimenopausal episodes that were taking three days out of my life on a monthly basis. I had constant hot flashes, extreme fatigue, GI symptoms, and I was emotionally fragile. At Gennev, I found people who understand what I'm going through. The health coaches worked with me and helped me function. Now I'm able to be present for my loved ones and for my work, and I no longer worry about missing three days from life," says HealthFix member Jennifer B. "HealthFix is a great value and I highly recommend it for anyone suffering through perimenopause."
Pricing 
To support all women during their menopause journey, HealthFix offers two monthly memberships. For those who want all-inclusive access to OB/GYNs and health coaches, HealthFix Premium is available for $75 per month, which is less than the cost of a one-time, 30-minute Gennev telemedicine appointment. For those who only want access to health coaches (who are also registered dietitians) and aren't seeking medical advice, HealthFix Basic is available for $25 per month. Memberships can be month-to-month or on an annual basis.
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About Gennev 
Gennev is the first-of-its-kind online clinic for women in menopause. The company's mission is to empower every woman to take control of her health in the second half of life. Founded by former Microsoft executive Jill Angelo and former Neutrogena executive Jacqui Brandwynne, Gennev provides telemedicine with menopause-certified OB/GYNs, on-demand telehealth coaching with registered dietitians, plus health and wellness products, community, and free education. Thousands of women globally have completed the Gennev Menopause Assessment to understand where they are in the journey and receive recommended health and wellness solutions. For more information, visit https://gennev.com.

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The premier online platform where wholesalers, retailers, refurbishers, and distributors can buy new and used cell phones wholesale, is offering select untested products for purchase.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Starting in February, WeSellCellular, the premier online platform where wholesalers, retailers, refurbishers, and distributors can buy new and used cell phones wholesale, is offering select untested products for purchase.
WeSellCellular sources its untested stock through its partnership with Brightstar. All untested devices available follow Brightstar's global cosmetic grading standards. While the stock is not formally tested for full functionality, untested products have an expected fully functional yield between 70 and 80 percent. Buyers should be aware that this anticipated functionality yield is not guaranteed.
"Our goal is to provide the right kind of inventory to each one of our customers. For customers with channels for both fully and non-fully functional stock, this is a great opportunity to buy directly from the source at great prices," said Scott Tepfer, EVP of Sales for WeSellCellular.
WeSellCellular's decision to sell untested devices is a great opportunity for larger wholesalers looking for bulk quantities at lower prices, as well as smaller retailers with repair capabilities.
While functional yield is not guaranteed, Brightstar certifies a variety of features. All items are guaranteed to have: 

The ability to power on

No cracks, faults, heavy burns, and pixel/LCD damage (apart from mild screen discoloration)

No activation locks, screen locks, pin locks, passcode locks, financial locks, or bad ESNs

WeSellCellular will offer buyers credit for devices that have any of the defects listed above. For more information, buyers should visit WeSellCellular's return policy page.
At the end of 2019, WeSellCellular partnered with Brightstar to provide WeSellCellular clients access to Brightstar's vast, widely sourced selection of devices. Devices are now available through the new PhoneX Virtual Warehouse. The Brightstar partnership and new virtual warehouse are just part of WeSellCellular's commitment to offering its customers better access to consistent inventory, on-demand. Customers can continue to access WeSellCellular's tested catalog of devices on our Online Stock List.
To learn more about WeSellCellular, visit https://www.wesellcellular.com.
About WeSellCellular: WeSellCellular.com is the premier online platform where wholesalers, retailers, refurbishers, and distributors can buy new and used cell phones wholesale. Through relationships cultivated for over a decade, WeSellCellular sources inventory directly from carriers, manufacturers and big-box retailers. As veterans of the industry, the WeSellCellular team is well aware of the challenges that come along with inconsistent testing and grading, and it therefore strives to differentiate itself through transparency and consistency. When you buy from WeSellCellular, you know what you are getting, regardless of which stock you select.

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Digital insurance marketplace helps people understand Medicare.

CLEARWATER, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
easyMedicare.com (https://www.easymedicare.com), an affiliate of e-TeleQuote Insurance, Inc., published more than 100 Medicare resources in 2019. All of easyMedicare.com's educational resources are available at no cost.
The new Medicare resources published in 2019 include 100 instructional articles, six videos, a Medicare Annual Election Period toolkit, and a guide to Medicare and Turning 65. Article and video topics cover a wide range of Medicare concerns, including enrollment periods, benefit options, changes to Medicare, finding help with costs, dual eligibility for both Medicare and Medicaid plans, and healthcare options for working past the age of 65. The company expanded their educational efforts on social media as well, sharing articles and Medicare tips on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest.
In 2019, easyMedicare.com also launched the Medicare Online Enrollment Portal, where people can find, compare, and enroll in Medicare Advantage Plans fully online. This self service tool enables people to research and choose plans at a time and place that is convenient for them.
"Confusion about Medicare can have serious consequences, such as extra costs or gaps in coverage," says Anthony P. Solazzo, CEO of e-TeleQuote. "Making these resources available to the general public, using mediums and platforms on which people are comfortable accessing them, is a critical element in our mission to make navigating Medicare easier for everyone."
The Medicare resources created in 2019, as well as other resources, can be viewed at http://www.easymedicare.com.
About e-TeleQuote and easyMedicare.com 
e-TeleQuote Insurance, Inc., the owner and operator of easyMedicare.com, is an independent digital insurance marketplace providing individuals the ability to purchase Medicare insurance from the comfort of their homes. The company diligently researches available plan options from multiple insurance carriers, helping people choose a plan that best suits their needs. e-TeleQuote provides personal consultation through experienced licensed Medicare advisors who suggest plan coverage options based on an individual's particular needs. The company has proudly served tens of thousands of people across the United States.

"Confusion about Medicare can have serious consequences, such as extra costs or gaps in coverage," says Anthony P. Solazzo, CEO of e-TeleQuote. "Making these resources available to the general public is a critical element in our mission to make navigating Medicare easier for everyone."




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Patients Can Now Search for Providers and Schedule Appointments

CHARLESTON, S.C. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
ReferralMD, a leader in referral management and patient access, has announced that its care coordination platform now includes a patient engagement solution that allows patients as well as care coordinators to search for providers and schedule appointments from its customizable web portal.
Patients can search for doctors and specialists to find the right provider based on location, insurance, and appointment availability. Once the provider and location are selected, the patient books the appointment online and then receives a text or email confirmation message. Appointments can also be canceled or rescheduled online.
The user-friendly solution allows patients and care coordinators to search from a curated list of available providers filtered by network, location, insurance, condition, procedure, specialty, and much more. In addition, a responsive Google map is displayed showing the locations of the providers in the list. Online scheduling improves the patient experience by allowing healthcare consumers to manage appointments themselves on any device.
Healthcare providers can define rules in the system so appointment reminders, along with instructions, are automatically sent to patients. Reminders can be sent via text or email when referrals are ordered, or when appointments are scheduled, confirmed or canceled. In addition, automated follow-up messages such as surveys can be sent after patients are seen. These automated workflows for patient communications engage patients directly and lower no-show rates dramatically.
"Our patient self-service tool for scheduling appointments compliments our provider self-service tool for sending referrals directly from the client's website," said David Bongiovanni, CEO of ReferralMD. "Direct scheduling by patients along with our automated patient communications empowers healthcare consumers to interact directly with their providers and manage their appointments online."
About ReferralMD 
ReferralMD delivers proven e-consult and referral management, patient access and engagement, and CRM marketing solutions which help hospitals, health systems, networks, and payers streamline the referral process, decrease patient leakage and improve communication between providers and patients. With powerful clinical decision support tools and real-time analytics, ReferralMD helps healthcare providers increase revenue, drive operational efficiencies and improve customer service. To learn more about ReferralMD, please visit http://www.getreferralmd.com.

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Northeast Delta Human Services Authority speaks out on communicating with vulnerable populations in northeast Louisiana

MONROE, LA. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
In response to the recently reported presumptive positive cases of COVID-19 in Louisiana, Northeast Delta Human Services Authority is encouraging regional citizens to be mindful of developing information and implement provisions to help avoid the spread of illness.
"Our staff has been and will continue to be diligent about taking the necessary precautions against the spread of coronavirus and other infectious diseases," said Dr. Monteic A. Sizer, executive director of Northeast Delta Human Services Authority. "We are encouraging our staff, patients, contractors, and the general public not to panic, but instead follow credible sources of information to stay informed and take the necessary precautions against this threat."
Northeast Delta HSA serves as the region's foremost safety net provider of intellectual and physical disability supports, behavioral and primary healthcare services, and an array of prevention and housing-related services in northeast Louisiana. As such, the agency interacts with many vulnerable populations in the area, including seniors, children, people with behavioral healthcare issues, and those with compromised immune systems. Thus, Northeast Delta employees have been encouraged to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves, as well as their clients, family members, co-workers, and other members of the community. 
   
"Our clients and the communities that we serve trust us, and they look to us for hope, help, and credible information during times like this," said Sizer. "We need them to know that our agency is closely monitoring the situation. We have updated our Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP). I am briefed regularly by agency staff, and we will continue to be highly responsive to all information and recommendations passed down from the Governor's Office and the Louisiana Department of Health." 
  
Northeast Delta will be sharing pertinent information from credible sources on its social media platforms and further distributing it throughout the agency's clinics and vast community networks. Individuals seeking additional information about the coronavirus and recommended precautions are encouraged to visit the Louisiana Department of Health's website at https://ldh.la.gov and the Louisiana Governor's Office website at https://gov.louisiana.gov.

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"Our staff has been and will continue to be diligent about taking the necessary precautions against the spread of coronavirus and other infectious diseases," said Dr. Monteic A. Sizer, executive director of Northeast Delta Human Services Authority.



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RFT released advancements to their SAFE PLACE Enterprise software which includes: camera integration, upgraded Active Directory (AD) integration and the addition of iOS application.

BROOKFIELD, WIS. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
RFT a leading provider of wireless safety and security solutions for healthcare, hospitality and education, has recently announced an innovative change to their current patient security software. The SAFE PLACE Enterprise Software is an entirely redesigned and modern software platform to serve your operational needs.
The new SAFE PLACE Enterprise software release maintains the company's most popular hospital products, including Infant Security, Pediatric Security, and Elopement Management Solutions, on a single modernized platform.
Enhancements for clinical staff: 

Connect from Anywhere -- With the browser-based interface you do not need a dedicated workstation or need to install software on every machine. The interface allows access via your facility's secure web connection.

User Friendly -- Modern, intuitive design is easy to learn and fast to use. Streamlined interface helps you find what you need, when you need it. Improved workflow aligns with common nursing practices, reducing procedural errors and alarm fatigue.

Designed for Mobile -- Caregivers can conveniently receive alerts on their mobile devices. The ability to seamlessly view alerts, coordinate care, and classify events "on the fly" improves workflow efficiency.

Fewer False Alarms -- A transmitter can be classified as 'Off Unit" while its wearer is away from the unit, without needing to be disarmed and reactivated upon their return. Once back within range, the patient is immediately secure.

Coordinated Caregivers -- Receive and 'Claim' alerts to coordinate responses with other caregivers. Also includes easy Event Classification to provide detailed reporting for Quality Assurance purposes.

Easy Troubleshooting -- Makes it easier to keep track of misplaced transmitters; a 'green' icon indicates an active or available transmitter, while 'grey' signifies a transmitter is unavailable or missing.

Remote Access (optional) -- With optional remote access, browser-based interface allows for access from offices or another site via your facility's secure web connection.

In addition to significant key features, the SAFE PLACE Enterprise contains several user enhancements. "This platform was designed from the ground up with IT compliance and information security in mind" says Paul Larson, VP of Engineering Services for RFT. This release includes the below improvements:

iOS App - In addition to the Mobile Client and the Android app, SAFE PLACE Enterprise now has an iOS application that allows you to respond to alarms from your iOS mobile device running iOS 11 and higher.

Features:

SAFE PLACE Enterprise alarms will appear as a push notification on your iOS device

Device will sound / vibrate with each new alarm

Always logged in

Can claim alarms from inside the app

Can perform common functions at the point of care using the app, such as admits, adjusts, and discharges

Mom-Baby Matching - To help reduce the risk or possibility of mismatching a new born with his or her mother, the SAFE PLACE Enterprise mom-baby matching feature provides an added layer of protection against human error and a potential mismatch.

Staff is notified visually as well as with an audible alarm at the workstation or on their mobile devices when a mismatch occurs so that they can respond quickly.

Elopement Management Support – Developed with emergency departments and acute care in mind, SAFE PLACE Enterprise now offers the ability to configure units for elopement management. For units using wander management transmitters, when a banded patient is too close to a monitored exit the doors will lock (if desired), an alarm sounds, and staff members are instantly notified.

IP Camera Integration – Streaming video for IP cameras can be accessed on the map view allowing responders to see what is happening before they get there.

About RFT 
RFT is a leading provider of safety and security solutions for the healthcare, hospitality, and education markets, leveraging radio frequency identification (RFID) and real-time locating system (RTLS) technologies. The RFT family brand includes CODE ALERT call and wander management systems, SAFE PLACE patient security systems, SENSATEC fall management products, HELP ALERT staff duress systems, and EXACTRACK equipment location systems. With more than 10,000 installations,
RFT was the first in the industry to offer remote monitoring, RF consulting, 24/7 technical support by internal staff specialists, and a nationwide service team.

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The €6.3 million, four-year new joint research project aims to develop microbiome-based solutions to establish a healthy microbiome in early life to facilitate the long-term health of individuals.

WILMINGTON, DEL. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Today, DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences (DuPont) announced a second collaboration with the APC Microbiome Ireland SFI Research Center (APC), a pioneer in the field of microbiome science, which focuses on microbes that live in and on the body and play a significant role in human health, based at University College Cork and Teagasc Moorepark.
Representatives from both organizations attended an event Washington D.C., to celebrate U.S.-Ireland research and development collaborations, and to announce the 'Missing Microbes in Infants born by C-section' (MiMIC) project and its potential to improve infant health. The €6.3 million, four-year project will be funded jointly by DuPont and Science Foundation Ireland's Spokes program, a platform that is designed to deliver excellent research results and discoveries with industrial relevance to bring significant economic and societal impact.
Martin J. Kullen, Ph.D., Director of Probiotics and Microbiome Research at DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences said, "We are honored and privileged to be working with APC with the help of funding from Science Foundation Ireland on solutions and products that are key to our human microbiome platform. By working with the world's leading microbiome research institute in APC, we look forward to providing critical health offerings for key unmet needs around maternal and infant health as well as solutions for cognitive health and well-being."
The DuPont Human Microbiome Venture (HMV) was launched in 2017 to spearhead the development of next-generation microbiome solutions for improved health and wellness. Staying at the forefront of biotechnology innovation, HMV is designed to accelerate product development to complement its existing portfolio and build on DuPont's strong expertise in prebiotics, microbes, proteins and enzymes.
"We are delighted to further develop our relationship with DuPont for the benefit of human health," said APC Director Prof. Paul Ross. "APC Microbiome Ireland is a global leader, particularly in mother-infant and gut-brain areas of microbiome science, and this collaboration further strengthens our capabilities for advancing infant health and development."
The population of bacteria in the gut develops over the first four years of life and plays a key role in human health. Establishment of a healthy gut microbiome in early life is influenced by birth mode, antibiotic use and nutrition, including breast milk components. Infant gut microbiota can be severely depleted in infants born by C-section or exposed to antibiotics. Breastfeeding can help improve microbiota composition.
APC Microbiome Ireland SFI Research Centre is ranked No. 1 globally for research in antimicrobial and therapeutic microbes and is in the top five institutions in the world for microbiome research.
"APC Microbiome Ireland has expanded the research and development capabilities of Ireland in an area of immediate relevance to the food and pharmaceutical sectors of industry," added Prof. Catherine Stanton, Project Leader at APC Microbiome Ireland. "This project will allow us to identify the gut microbes in early life that play an important role in the short- and long-term health of individuals and will help to develop strategies to balance the microbiota following antibiotic exposure or C-section birth mode."
Prof. Mark Ferguson, Director General of Science Foundation Ireland and Chief Scientific Adviser to the Government of Ireland said, "Science Foundation Ireland strongly welcomes this collaboration between DuPont and APC Microbiome Ireland SFI Research Centre. SFI Research Centres such as APC Microbiome Ireland are making important scientific advances, attract top research talent to Ireland, enhancing enterprise and industry, training students with critical in-demand skills, and boosting Ireland's international reputation. We look forward to seeing the results of this industry partnership and its impact on public health."
The Ireland-based research team also includes Prof. Eugene Dempsey, Consultant Neonatologist at Cork University Maternity Hospital and Clinical Senior Lecturer, Dept. of Pediatrics and Child Health, APC Microbiome Ireland SFI Research Centre, as well as the INFANT Research Centre (UCC) and Prof. John Cryan, who leads brain-gut-microbiome research at APC Microbiome Ireland SFI Research Centre.
About APC Microbiome Ireland
APC Microbiome Ireland SFI Research Centre (APC; http://apc.ucc.ie) explores the role that microbes (microbiome) play in health and disease. Based in University College Cork and Teagasc (the Irish Agriculture and Food Development Authority), APC Microbiome Ireland has established itself as one of the leading global centres in gut microbiota research and has made several landmark discoveries, publishing over 2,700 research articles in peer-reviewed journals. Recent research areas being led by APC Microbiome Ireland, include the development of new diagnostics or biomarkers of health or risk of disease (e.g. colon cancer) based on analysis of the microbiota; exploring the mechanisms by which the microbiota may be favorably mobilized or manipulated (e.g. by bacteriophage) to promote health and 'mining' the microbiota for new drugs (e.g. smart antibiotics) and functional food ingredients. Read APC's 'Mining Microbes for Mankind - 15 years of Impact' report at https://apc.ucc.ie/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/APC-15-years-of-IMPACT_FINAL-WEB.pdf
About DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences
DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences applies expert science to advance healthy and sustainable solutions for the food, beverage, dietary supplement and pharmaceutical industries. We also use pioneering biotechnology to enable bio-based solutions that make products and industrial processes more efficient and sustainable. For more information: http://www.dupontnutritionandbiosciences.com or http://www.biosciences.dupont.com.
About DuPont
DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials, ingredients and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets including electronics, transportation, construction, water, health and wellness, food and worker safety. More information can be found at http://www.dupont.com.
DuPont, the DuPont Oval Logo, and all trademarks and service marks denoted with , SM or are owned by affiliates of DuPont de Nemours, Inc. unless otherwise noted.

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HealthcareMandA.com will host an important and timely webinar — The State of the Hospital M&A Market in 2020: Regionals Rule — on Thursday, March 19, 2020, at 1:00 PM ET.

NORWALK, CONN. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
The U.S. hospital market has been "in transition" for years. Predictions that strong regional systems would form across state lines are now a reality. Small community and rural hospitals are either finding partners in larger systems or are closing. Divestiture programs from some for-profit chains are winding down, resulting in lighter geographic footprints and new strategic focus.
In this webinar, we'll discuss the state of the hospital market now and headwinds that could affect M&A in the future, including upcoming surprise billing legislation, the Trump Administration's push for price transparency requirements and the fate of the Affordable Care Act's latest review by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Lisa Phillips, Editorial Director of HealthcareMandA.com, will host a discussion with experts in the hospital industry, including Bobby Guy, Shareholder, Polsinelli, Chris Schoeplein, Vice President, Ponder & Co., and Patrick Pilch, Managing Director and National Leader, The BDO Center for Healthcare Excellence & Innovation. The group will cover a wide range of questions, including where are the opportunities in the U.S. hospital market today, what is the potential impact on the market if the ACA is repealed, which regional systems are still expanding and which are selling, and more.
All of our webinars are recorded, allowing you to watch at a later date even if you are unable to attend the event live. For more information, please visit https://products.levinassociates.com/downloads/2003web/or call 203-846-6800

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Hygiene supplies keep at-risk individuals healthy amidst current COVID-19 concerns.

ORLANDO, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Today, Clean the World Foundation, global leader in water, sanitation and hygiene and sustainability, announced a new endeavor with Feeding Americaand long-time partner Soapbox. In honor of former Chief Strategy Officer of Clean the World, Michael O'Quinn, who passed away in January, the organizations will be distributing 1.5 million bars of soap to support those lacking access to vital hygiene supplies across the United States to combat the spread of Coronavirus and other diseases travelling the globe.
"This season, the Coronavirus and other illnesses are rapidly spreading through communities and families," says Sam Stephens, Executive Director of Clean the World Foundation. "Everyone knows that one of the easiest and most important ways to combat the spread of these diseases is by washing your hands. However, for thousands across the United States, the reality isn't so simple."
According to the Council of Economic Advisers, over half a million Americans are homeless on any given night – 35% of which go unsheltered, sleeping under bridges and on benches. The hundreds of thousands experiencing homelessness are at a severe disadvantage when it comes to accessing hygiene products, especially when store supplies are depleted. This coupled with the lack of federally subsidized hygiene supplies creates a huge problem for communities at large.
"A healthy society starts at the base-level; protecting lower-income communities from illness is vital to preventing the spread of disease," explains Stephens. "And as the number of Coronavirus cases continues to climb in the U.S., it is imperative that we take action. This is something that Michael [O'Quinn] strongly believed in – we are proud to honor his legacy by supporting those in need."
Soapbox has long been a supporter of Clean the World Foundation's mission and this latest initiative will mark their 10 millionth bar of soap distributed with the Foundation.
"This has been Soapbox's mission since day one - to provide soap to those in need, whether it's around the corner or across the world. Most people are shocked to hear that millions of people in the US are without this basic necessity," said David Simnick, Soapbox CEO & Co-Founder. "We're deeply humbled to have the opportunity to work with these amazing charitable partners and make a real difference in the fight against the spread of Coronavirus and other contagious diseases."
Combining their efforts with Feeding America, the organizations are able to reach over 200 communities across the continental United States.
Having released statements earlier in the month, both the CDC and WHO have adamantly expressed the importance of proper hand-washing. Clean the World Foundation, Soapbox, and Feeding America are hoping that this will bring about a long-term behavior change and support the growth of healthy communities around the world.
For more information on the Coronavirus, visit https://www.cdc.gov.
About Clean the World Foundation
Clean the World Foundation is an international development and global health nonprofit operating hygiene-focused emergency relief initiatives, and WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene) education programs, targeting vulnerable communities in the United States and around the world. Clean the World Foundation is the 501(c)(3) non-profit sector of Clean the World's social enterprise responsible for all soap and hygiene kit distribution both domestically and globally as part of many of its comprehensive WASH programs. Clean the World Foundation engages volunteers, donors, and other outcome-focused organizations around the world to provide hygiene supplies and education curriculum to support its global health programs. Since 2009, Clean the World Foundation has served over 10 million individuals through its global WASH programs. A copy of the official registration and financial information for Clean the World Foundation may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by visiting https://www.fdacs.gov/ConsumerServices. For more information, visit us online: https://www.cleantheworldfoundation.org.
About Soapbox
Soapbox, a line of naturally-derived hair and body care, was founded in 2010 on the mission to empower consumers to change the world through everyday purchases. For every product sold, Soapbox donates a bar of soap to someone in need, with more than nine million bars of soap donated to date. In addition to increasing access to soap to those in need, Soapbox also partners with nonprofits to deliver proper hygiene education around the world. Soapbox is available at major retailers nationwide. Visit https://www.soapboxsoaps.com for more information.
About Feeding America
Feeding America is the nation's largest domestic hunger-relief organization—a powerful and efficient network of 200 food banks across the country. As food insecurity rates hold steady at the highest levels ever, the Feeding America network of food banks has risen to meet the need. Feeding America feeds 40 million people at risk of hunger, including 12 million children and 7 million seniors. For more information, visit https://www.feedingamerica.org
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Sandie Beauchamp 
Clean the World 
info@cleantheworld.org 
407-574-8353

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Thousands of people in the US are unable to purchase hygiene products who are at increased risk of contracting harmful diseases. Clean the World Foundation will be providing 1.5 million bars of soap to communities in need to prevent the spread of Coronavirus and the flu.



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Diversified Communications, producers of International Lidar Mapping Forum/Geo Week, announced on Tuesday, March 10 that it is postponing the event that was scheduled to take place on March 23-25, 2020 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, in Washington DC.

PORTLAND, MAINE (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Diversified Communications, producers of International Lidar Mapping Forum/Geo Week, announced on Tuesday, March 10 that it is postponing the event that was scheduled to take place on March 23-25, 2020 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, in Washington DC.
"Due to the magnitude of the unanticipated public health and safety issues posed by the rapidly escalating COVID-19 outbreaks and contagion, we have no choice but to postpone the upcoming edition of International Lidar Mapping Forum/Geo Week," said Bob Callahan, Group Vice President, Diversified Communications.
New 2020 dates and details will be available shortly and will be communicated via the website and other communications.
More details about the announcement can be found on the event's website at https://www.lidarmap.org/novel-coronavirus-update/.
About International Lidar Mapping Forum 
International Lidar Mapping Forum (ILMF) is a technical conference & exhibition focused on airborne, terrestrial, and underwater lidar as well as emerging remote-sensing and data collection tools and technology used for applications including Asset Management, Civil Infrastructure, Coastal Zone Mapping, Emergency Services & Disaster Response, Land and Natural Resource Management, and Urban Modeling.
ILMF is part of a network of events and media for the global geospatial market organized by Diversified Communications, a leading organizer of conferences, trade shows, and online media with 15 years in the geospatial arena, including Commercial UAV Expo Americas, Commercial UAV Europe, Commercial UAV News, International Lidar Mapping Forum, SPAR 3D Expo & Conference, SPAR3D.com, AEC Next Technology Expo + Conference and AEC Next News. For more information, visit lidarmap.org.
About Geo Week 
Geo Week is a multi-event collaboration including participation from International Lidar Mapping Forum, ASPRS Annual Conference, and MAPPS Federal Programs Conference to accomplish a year of geospatial business in just one week.
About Diversified Communications 
Diversified Communications is a leading international media company with a portfolio of face-to-face exhibitions and conferences, online communities and digital and print publications. As producers of these market-leading products Diversified Communications connects, educates and strengthens business communities in over 14 industries including food and beverage, healthcare, natural and organic, business management and technology. Established in 1949 and headquartered in Portland, Maine, USA with divisions and offices around the world, Diversified Communications remains a privately held, third generation, family-owned business. For more information, visit http://www.divcom.com.

Due to the magnitude of the unanticipated public health and safety issues posed by the rapidly escalating COVID-19 outbreaks and contagion, we have no choice but to postpone the upcoming edition of ILMF/Geo Week.




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HotelPlanner Releases Results of Coronavirus Travel Impact Survey.

WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
HotelPlanner.com, the leading online seller of group hotel bookings and individual hotel stays worldwide, has published the results of its "Coronavirus Travel Impact" survey that was taken on March 11, 2020.
HotelPlanner.com surveyed Americans to learn about their plans to deal with travel in the midst of the global coronavirus outbreak. 84% of all respondents had or currently have plans to travel within the next 3 months. And of that 84%, nearly 79% were planning on traveling domestically while 21% had international bookings.
The main question being asked is whether or not travel plans will continue to hold up or if there will be mass cancellations in reaction to the spread of the coronavirus. 75% of all travelers have stated that they will NOT cancel their travel plans, but that number holds stronger for domestic travelers. Of those who are traveling within the United States, 79% will not be cancelling. That number drops to 60% when assessing international travelers. This indicates that people are more wary of international travel, or originally had plans to countries such as Italy or China, and have decided to cancel out of an abundance of caution.
Government's Response to the Outbreak:
The President has pitched a coronavirus-related stimulus package to congress in an aim to offer targeted relief to tourism and hospitality industries. HotelPlanner's CEO, Tim Hentschel, has also called for a $2,000 tax credit for travel within the United States for tax payers to help the industry rebound. When asked whether or not consumers would book a trip if there was a stimulus of $2,000 per traveler after the outbreak was contained, nearly 83% of HotelPlanner survey respondents answered "Yes."
Younger people are more willing to travel during Coronavirus scare and be around large groups:
People aged 18 to 29 are significantly more likely than all other age groups to take advantage of low flight prices and book more flights. For example, 21% of 18 to 29 year olds have already booked new flights to take advantage of deals. On the other hand, only 10% of people 60 or older have done the same. Similarly, only about 13% of people between the ages of 30 and 60 have booked flights to take advantage of discounts.
Likewise, younger people are significantly more willing to attend a large conference (1,000 or more attendees) over the next four months. 60% of people age 18 to 29 would not cancel their attendance at such a conference, whereas just 40% of people over 60 would be willing to take such a risk. Likewise, only about 52% of people between the ages of 30 and 60 said they would attend a large conference during the Coronavirus scare.
These findings possibly line up with the messaging out there that younger and healthier people are less likely to experience complications from the coronavirus, whereas people older than 60 are at a higher risk.
About HotelPlanner
HotelPlanner.com is the world's largest provider of online group hotel bookings and event management services.
Listed among the top 50 travel sites in the world and ranked number one in group travel, HotelPlanner.com now receives over 5 million unique visitors each month.
Our company offers the best deals in the group, individual and corporate travel and has partnerships with some of the most renowned franchises in sports including the Washington Redskins, Euroleague Basketball and Rugby Football League.



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Rental experts from Rentec Direct's property management software team offer guidance and best practices for property managers, landlords, and housing providers on dealing with the new coronavirus.

GRANTS PASS, ORE. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
In an effort to help property managers and landlords, Rentec Direct has released new guidance on the coronavirus disease 2019. Coronavirus: The Landlord Guide to Outbreak Control Efforts from Rentec Direct offers tips, advice and best practices for property managers and landlords on the coronavirus.
Over 15,000 landlords and property managers use Rentec Direct's property management software to manage their rental properties and tenants. Additionally, Rentec Direct offers a popular real estate blog with educational articles on topics related to property management and the rental industry, visited by over 100,000 each month. Rentec Direct's guidance on the coronavirus is published on the Rentec Direct Blog for property managers, landlords, and investors.
"We want to give property managers and landlords clear information on how to effectively deal with the Coronavirus at their rental properties," says Kaycee Miller, Rentec Direct's Marketing Director, of Coronavirus: The Landlord Guide to Coronavirus Outbreak Control Efforts. "Our goal is to reassure rental professionals that education is the first step in staying calm and disseminating accurate information to their employees and renters."
The guide goes into further detail on education and resources available to property managers and landlords on COVID-19, including Coronavirus Preparedness for Apartment Firms from The National Multifamily Housing Council and Pandemic Guide for Real Estate Managers from the Institute of Real Estate Management.
Additional information in the guide includes tips for: cleaning and disinfecting, dealing with common areas, and preparing for quarantines in your rental properties. Rentec Direct recommends that housing providers consider how they will handle late fees or missed rent payments if residents are unable to go to work due to quarantines or illness.
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About Rentec Direct 
Rentec Direct offers industry-leading property management software and tenant screening solutions for real estate professionals. Features include online rent payments, tenant and owner portals, the industry's largest vacancy listing syndication network, full property, tenant, and owner accounting, 1099-MISC reporting and more. Rentec Direct received the Real Estate Company of the Year Award in the 2019 American Business Awards, has been named to the Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies for three years in a row (as of 2019), and was also included on the 2017, 2018 and 2019 Entreprenuer360 list for Best Entrepreneurial Companies in America. http://www.rentecdirect.com

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Rental experts from Rentec Direct, highest-rated property management software, release a guide for housing providers featuring best practices regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.

"Our goal is to reassure rental professionals that education is the first step in staying calm and disseminating accurate information to their employees and renters," says Kaycee Miller, Rentec Direct's Marketing Director"



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Access to anytime, anywhere fitness content allows companies to maintain workplace well-being initiatives while enforcing work-from-home policies

ST. LOUIS PARK, MINN. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
The spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) has shut down national events, slowed travel, and caused a growing number of companies to enforce work-from-home policies until health officials are able to stop the spread of the virus. In addition to impacting workforce productivity and scheduling, coronavirus is making consumers reluctant to hit the gym. To support employers in their efforts to maintain employee health and well-being during this time, Wellbeats announced today that the company will offer its on-demand, virtual fitness subscriptions free of charge to U.S. employers through April 30, 2020. This offer is effective immediately.
According to president and CEO Jason Von Bank, Wellbeats is offering its full library of more than 500 on-demand fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes to employers who want to ensure employees can maintain fitness and well-being routines while working from home. The offer is available to employers in the United States who do not currently contract with Wellbeats.
"Staying fit and eating well boosts the body's immune system, while exercise is a great way to manage stress during challenging times such as this," said Von Bank. "By making Wellbeats' fitness and nutrition content available for free, we hope to improve broader workplace health and support the efforts of employers across the country as they strive to maintain normal business operations during this public health crisis."
Employers who want to take advantage of this offer should email media@wellbeats.com for more information and a registration code. Employees can then access the fitness content via Windows, iOS, or Android devices to stream classes from the comfort and safety of their own homes. Wellbeats has also developed marketing tools that human resource teams can use to promote the content.
Wellbeats' classes cover a wide range of activities, from high-intensity interval training to yoga and stretching. There are classes for users of all ages, ability levels, and interests, as well as classes that highlight nutrition and cooking skills. Visit http://www.wellbeats.com/corporate to learn more about on-demand, virtual fitness for commercial or individual use.
For more information: 
Barbara Tabor, APR (651) 230-9192 / Barbara@taborpr.com / @taborpr
About Wellbeats 
Based in St. Louis Park, MN, Wellbeats is a leading provider of on-demand fitness classes for use in workplaces of all sizes, on college or university campuses, multi-family housing, the U.S. military, and fitness and health clubs. Wellbeats makes fitness easy, accessible and affordable for everyone. More than 500 workout classes are available via kiosks, an online portal or via Android and iOS apps. To learn more, visit http://www.wellbeats.com or check out a sampling of the company's fitness classes during a Facebook Live session. Follow on Twitter or LinkedIn.

By making Wellbeats' fitness and nutrition content available for free, we hope to improve broader workplace health and support the efforts of employers across the country as they strive to maintain normal business operations during this public health crisis.



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Newly launched behavioral health navigation platform uses AI to curate options and score credibility from nearly 20,000 resources across over two hundred topics. Built for rapid deployment with employers, insurers, or community organizations, it extends EAPs, promotes local resources, reduces stigma, and helps people flourish.

SAUSALITO, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Mental health issues loom large today for people and organizations. Over the past decade, Google searches for anxiety have grown 400%, rates of depression and suicidal ideation have doubled in a decade on college campuses, and 7% of all prescriptions filled in the U.S. are for anxiety and depression. Yet organizations that provide coverage or deliver care struggle to de-stigmatize mental health help-seeking activities, address access issues, and get upstream from acute issues. Many times benefits offered, such as Employee Assistance Programs, go under-utilized.
That's why CredibleMind, the leading consumer website promoting mental health, emotional wellbeing, and spiritual growth, announced today the launch of a customizable behavioral health navigation solution—CredibleMindPRO—for employers, insurers, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
"Seventy-five percent of people who attempt to work on mental health issues do so on their own rather than with the help of professionals, noted Deryk Van Brunt, Ph.D., co-founder and chief executive officer of CredibleMind. "And 95% end up in the wild west of the World Wide Web."
CredibleMindPRO lets them do so with greater confidence, showcasing expert-vetted resources as well as services available through their own employer, insurer, or healthcare provider. "We bring it all together in one place, in a friendly, familiar format, like Amazon or Netflix. We offer personalized recommendations, expert and user ratings, engaging self-assessments, and easy-to-understand articles introducing each topic," added Dr. Van Brunt.
"This is a one-of-a-kind platform, driven by data scientists and academic experts, that is helping ensure individuals seeking help on the web are getting credible, trustworthy resources," said Tyler Norris, MD, Chief Executive, Well Being Trust and a CredibleMindPRO partner.
CredibleMindPRO goes well beyond the company's direct-to-consumer site by delivering a co-branded, localized, integrated, system-wide platform. It enables organizations to help people better navigate their behavioral health benefits, connect to high-performance networks, and start upstream to reduce mental health risks and build greater resilience. Near real-time analytics deliver de-identified metrics, helping organizations catch trends early and finetune intervention strategies.
Using AI models designed by nationally renowned experts from Harvard and Stanford Universities, and core content written by leaders in dozens of disciplines, CredibleMindPRO delivers more than 20,000 self-care interventions covering over 100 topic areas, continuously updated and refined through both machine learning and expert curation.
About CredibleMind
We help people flourish by optimizing their mental health, emotional wellbeing, and spiritual growth. We help people find the most appropriate evidence-based resources and interventions in a friendly, familiar, and accessible form. CredibleMindPRO, our enterprise offering, provides a localized engagement and navigation platform for mental health that enables employers, insurers, healthcare providers and community organizations to address population-based mental health. Visit us at Pro.CredibleMind.com or our consumer site, CredibleMind.com.

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Dr. Roberto Velasco has been honored with the title of America's Best Dentist for 2020. A well-known name in Houston dentistry, Dr. Velasco is an innovator in dental implants and esthetics. Being named among the elite list of Top Dentist recipients can be attributed to more than a decade of experience and his kind bedside manner.

HOUSTON (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Roberto Velasco, DDS is excited to announce that he has been named America's Top Dentist for 2020 by the National Consumer Advisory Board (NCAB). This annual award honors leaders in the field of dentistry who go above and beyond to provide exceptional patient care and top-notch results. The title of America's Best Dentist reflects Dr. Velasco's long-term commitment to innovative prosthodontic services, consistently helping patients enjoy restored function of their teeth and creating a healthy smile.
The NCAB program uses a meticulous process to determine the most outstanding oral professionals in each state. Throughout the year, respected dentists can be nominated by a healthcare colleague or peer. Each candidate's qualifications will then be reviewed and verified. Finally, the NCAB staff take an in-depth look at the dentist's education, experience, academic achievements, board certification, professional associations, awards and online patient testimonials. All of the dentists selected for America's Best Dentist list will:
Have over four years of experience 
Care for patients full-time 
Average three times the required hours for continuing education 
Show great concern for patients 
Use magnification for exceptional attention to detail 
Not have any suspensions or malpractice issues 
Rank nationally among America's Best Dentists candidates 
Be nominated by a peer 
Be highly reviewed online
Inclusion as one of America's Best Dentists is an honor that few dental specialists can boast. For Dr. Velasco, this achievement can be credited to years of hard work and the joy he feels when giving his patients a new smile. "The practice that I run is focused on rehabilitating people that are broken down...we see all the ranges of patients,". The goal at Uptown Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry is not only to create functional teeth but to also improve an individual's quality of life. "We put (the teeth) back together so their mouth works properly, their mouth looks good, they feel comfortable, and they are healthy, which is super important. They gain back everything that they have lost because they have lost function, aesthetics, and self-esteem. (We are) putting back together a human that is broken down,".
About Dr. Robert Velasco
Dr. Velasco received his dental degree from Xavier University, graduating at the top of his class. His love for dental implants and esthetics prompted him to pursue a post-graduate degree in Implant and Esthetic Dentistry with the specialty of prosthodontics. Dr. Velasco completed a competitive residency in Florida before moving to Texas in 2003 to begin his private practice. He is a member of the American College of Prosthodontists, American Dental Association (ADA), Texas Dental Association (TDA), Greater Houston Dental Society (GHDS), Academy of Osseointegration Implant Society (AO) and the American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE).
Uptown Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry offers a variety of dental services, from routine exams to full mouth reconstruction. Dr. Velasco is one of only a handful of dental professionals to specialize in the innovative All-On-4 treatment, helping patients with missing and damaged teeth in just one day. Uptown Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry uses in-house 3D CAT Scans and an on-site lab to provide exceptional services all in a single location. Go to America's Best Dentists for additional information on this year's award winners. For more information on the procedures offered or to arrange a consultation with Dr. Velasco, call the Houston-area office at 713.903.2644. 

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Ziegler, a specialty investment bank, is pleased to announce it served as sole financial advisor in the sale of Loyale Healthcare (Loyale) to RevSpring, a portfolio company of GTCR. Loyale is a next-generation patient financial engagement software platform delivering comprehensive enterprise payment solutions to leading health systems and ambulatory providers.

CHICAGO (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Ziegler, a specialty investment bank, is pleased to announce it served as sole financial advisor in the sale of Loyale Healthcare (Loyale) to RevSpring, a portfolio company of GTCR. Loyale is a next-generation patient financial engagement software platform delivering comprehensive enterprise payment solutions to leading health systems and ambulatory providers.
With this acquisition, RevSpring further augments its leading digital communications and payments capabilities with Loyale's suite of products. The combined companies will facilitate approximately $5.5 billion in payments collected through their systems on behalf of their clients.
Scott MacKenzie, CEO of RevSpring, commented, "Loyale has built an impressive solution for their customers, differentiated by their commitment to delivering exceptional patient payment experiences that accelerate payments as they build loyalty. We are excited to combine forces with the Loyale team and look forward to working side by side with them to deliver the great service and solutions that their clients, and their patients, have come to rely on."
Remarking on the transformative potential of the partnership, Loyale CEO Kevin Fleming commented, "We have admired RevSpring's leadership and momentum in the healthcare business solutions and payments market, and share common values and perspectives on how to improve patient experience along with healthcare provider's financial performance. Loyale is excited to accelerate our mission of innovation in patient financial engagement with a dynamic partner in RevSpring at our side, and we thank Ziegler for providing valuable strategic and financial advice throughout the sale process."
Health Insight Capital, a subsidiary of HCA Healthcare, was an investor in Loyale prior to the acquisition. HCA Healthcare is a customer of both RevSpring and Loyale, with Loyale's solutions deployed throughout its hospitals and employed physician clinics.
Mark Turco, Director with Ziegler's Healthcare Corporate Finance practice, commented, "With patient financial responsibility on the rise, providers are seeking a seamless financial experience for their patients. Loyale's technology helps redefine the patient financial experience, driving significant client ROI across revenue, cost and patient satisfaction perspectives. We are thrilled to have represented Loyale in this transaction."
Ziegler's Corporate Finance team is focused on delivering best-in-class advisory and financing solutions for companies and organizations across the healthcare industry. In our core practice areas of healthcare services, information technology, hospitals and senior living, Ziegler is one of the most active M&A firms offering innovative sell-side, buy-side, recapitalization/restructuring, equity private placement and strategic partnering services.
For more information about Ziegler, please visit us at http://www.ziegler.com.
About Ziegler: 
Ziegler is a privately held, national boutique investment bank, capital markets and proprietary 
investments firm. It has a unique focus on healthcare, senior living and education sectors, as 
well as general municipal and structured finance. Headquartered in Chicago with regional and 
branch offices throughout the U.S., Ziegler provides its clients with capital raising, strategic advisory 
services, fixed income sales, underwriting and trading as well as Ziegler Credit, Surveillance and Analytics. To learn more, visit http://www.ziegler.com.
Certain comments in this news release represent forward-looking statements made pursuant to the provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This client's experience may not be representative of the experience of other clients, nor is it indicative of future performance or success. The forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, in particular, the overall financial health of the securities industry, the strength of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy and the municipal securities marketplace, the ability of the Company to underwrite and distribute securities, the market value of mutual fund portfolios and separate account portfolios advised by the Company, the volume of sales by its retail brokers, the outcome of pending litigation, and the ability to attract and retain qualified employees.
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When You Drink and Drive, Luck is Never on Your Side

WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is urging everyone to keep their St. Patrick's Day festivities safe by planning ahead for a non-drinking driver before leaving home.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), midnight to 5:59 a.m. on St. Patrick's Day and the following morning are extremely dangerous. In 2018, 62% of all traffic deaths between the hours of midnight and 5:59 a.m. on March 17 and the same six-hour period on March 18 involved a drunk driver.
"On a day when many plans are made around consuming alcohol, one thing to never leave to chance is making sure you have a safe, non-drinking driver to get you home safely," said MADD National President Helen Witty. "We want everyone to have fun, but stay safe by making a plan before heading out. After the first drink, your judgment is already impaired."
Nationwide, drunk driving killed 73 people in 2018 — 39 percent of all traffic fatalities — during the St. Patrick's Day holiday period from 6 p.m. March 16 to 5:59 a.m. on March 18. From 2014 to 2018 during the St. Patrick's Day holiday period, 249 people died in drunk driving crashes.
Drunk driving is the leading killer on our roads and claimed the lives of 10,511 people in the United States in 2018. Every single one of those deaths is preventable. In addition, driving while impaired by other drugs — legal and illegal — causes devastating and preventable tragedies. With all the options today — rideshare apps, such as Uber, taxis, public transportation or family and friends who have not consumed alcohol — there's no excuse to drive while impaired.
About Mothers Against Drunk Driving 
Founded in 1980 by a mother whose daughter was killed by a drunk driver, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is the nation's largest nonprofit working to end drunk driving, help fight drugged driving, support the victims of these violent crimes and prevent underage drinking. MADD has helped to save more than 390,000 lives, reduce drunk driving deaths by more than 50 percent and promote designating a non-drinking driver. MADD's Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving calls for law enforcement support, ignition interlocks for all offenders and advanced vehicle technology. MADD has provided supportive services to nearly one million drunk and drugged driving victims and survivors at no charge through local victim advocates and the 24-Hour Victim Help Line 1-877-MADD-HELP. Visit http://www.madd.org or call 1-877-ASK-MADD.

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To ensure ongoing operations during the COVID-19 virus, Charter Oak State College, Connecticut's public online college, has successfully completed a two day test remote deployment of its administrative staff.

NEW BRITAIN, CONN. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Charter Oak State College Completes Two Day Drill of Administrative Staff Remote Deployment
Ensures fully operability of online college during COVID-19 Crises
Charter Oak State College, (http://www.charteroak.edu), Connecticut's public online college, and a member of the Connecticut State Colleges & Universities system, has completed a two day test of its remote administrative opereations.
Since 1973 the College has been a distance learning provider and now offers Bachelors, Masters, Associates and Certificate programs online in a variety of fields including Health Care, Early Childhood Education, Public Safety, Cyber Security, Business and more. While students and faculty already take and teach courses online, the College's staff operations are based in New Britain and Newington, CT.
"Being able to remotely deploy our administrative staff to fully continue operations in any crises is a major undertaking and we have successfully completed our drill," said College President Ed Klonoski. "Our historically remote students and faculty are already two strong legs of our tripod. The remote deployment of our administrative staff was the third leg we needed to test."
In response to the COVID-19 health crises the College had taken the following steps last week and early this week to ensure operations: 

The College President activated the College's Pandemic Continuity Plan

Contact information including phone numbers, email and a dedicated web page (http://www.charteroak.edu/updates) were provided to online students and faculty.

Should students or faculty or family members become ill the College prepared to extend deadlines for both course completion for students or extending course dates for faculty.

The College is planning for faculty backup in the event a faculty member is unable to continue teaching their course.

Following System Office guidance, the College has frozen all institutional out-of-state travel and events of persons over 100.

The College's Administrative Staff participated in a two day remote deployment test of its operations on March 10 & 11. As part of that drill the College: 

Deployed technology (both hardware and software) to its administrative staff prior to the deployment.

It conducted technology trainings to support staff in making the move to an online work environment.

Instituted daily online check-ins of its remote staff which provided the management team with a real time view of its administrative capacity and operations.

Instituted remote Incident Command Team meetings to oversee its operations and ensure rapid decision making capabilities.

As part of its online structure the College continued to recruit, enroll, register, advise and teach students. It continued all business office functions including accounts payable and receivable. The Financial Aid office continued all operations including the distribution of financial aid to students.

Klonoski said, "This is a rapidly evolving situation but this drill provides us with the confidence we needed to be able to deploy our entire staff remotely should we need to make that decision."
Founded in 1973, Charter Oak State College (http://www.charteroak.edu) is Connecticut's public online college, offering associate and bachelor's degrees in high-demand fields including Health Information Management, Nursing, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education and Business Administration. The College offers master's degrees in Health Care Administration and Organizational Effectiveness and Leadership. Charter Oak is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and governed by Connecticut's Board of Regents for Higher Education.

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"Being able to remotely deploy our administrative staff to fully continue operations in any crises is a major undertaking and we have successfully completed our drill," said College President Ed Klonoski.



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KMSI is a leading provider of innovative learning, performance and talent management solutions. In response to the COVID 19 pandemic, KMSI has announced a special offer to enable even the largest of organizations to provide policy, preparedness and other time-sensitive training on an urgent basis.

BALTIMORE (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
KMSI, a leading provider of innovative learning, performance and talent management solutions, today announced a special COVID 19 Urgent Personnel Training Program. In light of recent events and the potential need for many organizations to provide policy, preparedness and other time-sensitive training to a large number of personnel on an urgent basis, KMSI is offering the use of its KMxASP learning development and delivery service at a highly discounted price. This offer also includes courseware for Coronavirus preparedness that has been developed to address the needs of both employers and employees.
Through August 31, 2020, new customers can develop, deliver and manage training online to an unlimited number of personnel for $9,995 for up to 90 days. All setup fees are waived with his special offer.
"Included with this special offer is unlimited use of the course titled Coronavirus Preparedness for Employers and Employees provided by the award winning eLearning development team at Vubiz," said Jack Lee, CEO of KMSI.
KMx is an Advanced Distributed Learning Platform that provides integrated eLearning development, learning management, performance management, and learning content management in one easy to use solution. KMxASP provides an instance of KMx fully hosted as a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution.
The special KMxASP instance will provide for user self-registration and/or customer batch registration. For a nominal fee, KMSI will integrate the KMxASP site with the customer's internal Single Sign-On (SSO) service. Branding of these KMxASP sites will be limited to the customer's logo and styles (fonts, colors, images, etc.). The site will include one KMx language pack (English, French, Chinese, etc.). Custom branding options and additional language packs are available at our standard prices.
The KMxASP site will provide for delivery of training to all contemporary desktop, laptop and mobile devices. Site launch and implementation will take less than 48 hours following customer commitment to the program. To learn more about this important program, please visit https://www.kmsi.com/KMxASPv10_covid19.htm
About KMSI 
Knowledge Management Solutions, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative learning, performance and talent management solutions supporting millions of end-users at Fortune 2000 companies, associations and government agencies. KMSI's clients include many of the largest companies in the world, including retail chains, pharmaceuticals, manufacturers, technology companies, utilities, software companies, universities, insurance firms and financial institutions. Please visi http://www.kmsi.com to learn more.
About Vubiz: 
Vubiz is an award-winning, leading eLearning provider offering unbeatable pricing, quality content and outstanding customer service. Vubiz has an impressive and diverse library of online courses in timely topics from Management/business skills to Health & Safety to Compliance. Vubiz can brand or customize content to meet client's needs and can develop any type of new custom content with a highly qualified team of instructional designers and multi-media staff. Vubiz courses are very user-friendly -- they require minimal bandwidth and do not require the complex Java setup and packaging process that others do. Vubiz services millions of learners through their network of clients at Fortune 2000 businesses, government and national associations. Visit http://www.vubiz.com for more information.

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In a new study released today in STEM CELLS Translational Medicine (SCTM), researchers at the University of California, Davis and the Chinese Academy of Science demonstrate how induced pluripotent stem cells can provide a renewable supply of endothelial cells.

DURHAM, N.C. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
In a new study released today in STEM CELLS Translational Medicine (SCTM), researchers at the University of California, Davis and the Chinese Academy of Science demonstrate how induced pluripotent stem cells can provide a renewable supply of endothelial cells. These cells can then be genetically modified to produce high levels of a clotting protein that was used to successfully treat hemophilia A in mice.
Hemophilia A is a disorder in which the blood does not clot normally, causing people with the condition to bleed more than normal after an injury or surgery. In the most severe cases, this can lead to disability or death.
"The culprit behind hemophilia A is a protein called factor VIII (FVIII), which is responsible for blood clotting," explained Ping Zhou, Ph.D., of UC Davis' Stem Cell Program and co-lead investigator on the new study. "In hemophilia A patients, we find that this protein is either defective or missing altogether."
Currently the standard treatment for hemophilia A involves repeated infusions of recombinant FVIII proteins. However, this treatment has multiple challenges. Infusion of the FVIII protein can treat, but not cure the disease. Also, the treatments must be given two to three times a week, so long-term they can be inconvenient and pose a risk of infection. In addition, this treatment is extremely costly, with the median price being $98,334 annually, according to a study published in the Journal of Medical Economics, and it is a lifelong expense. "Furthermore, bleeding episodes are still common even with factor replacement therapy due to the fluctuation of the infused FVIII levels," said Aijun Wang, Ph.D., of the UC Davis School of Medicine and the other lead investigator on the study.
Cell therapy is actively being studied as a potential alternative therapy for hemophilia A. Multiple cell types have been tested for the delivery of FVIII in vivo with promising results. However, some major challenges remain — mainly, finding a sufficient supply of the therapeutic cells and a way to sustain their engraftment.
In the study published in SCTM, the researchers explored endothelial cells (ECs) derived from hemophilia A patients' induced pluripotent stem cells (HA-iPSC-ECs) as a way to deliver FVIII.
"FVIII is primarily produced in ECs in a non-diseased human being, so this means that ECs hold great potential for development as a cell therapy for hemophilia A," Dr. Wang explained. "Also, since hemophilia A is a genetic disease, a child born with the disease needs to be treated early in life. Therefore, we assessed the engraftment of the HA-iPSC-ECs at the neonatal stage in comparison to the adult stage, an analysis not previously studied. Finally, we assessed the functionality of the human HA-iPSC-ECs in attenuating hemophilia."
To conduct their study, they collected cells from patients with hemophilia A, induced them to become induced pluripotent stem cells and then ECs and genetically modified the cells to express high levels of FVIII.
"Not only did the results produce an ample supply of ECs, but when we tested how the HA-iPSC-ECs affected mice with hemophilia A we found they were indeed capable of durable engraftment in both neonatal and adult animals. We also found that the FVIII in the cells functionally corrected or alleviated the animals' hemophilia A symptoms," Dr. Zhou said.
"As such, we believe that this study is a significant step forward in developing a cell therapy for hemophilia A, and that it provides proof-of concept that HA-iPSC-derived ECs can serve as an autologous cell factory to deliver FVIII for treating hemophilia A in adults and newborns, too."
"The findings emerging from this study are interesting and useful. The opportunity of using iPSCs as a source of factor VIII producing cells that have the potential to treat hemophilia A is appealing and needs to be explored further for a potential clinical application," said Anthony Atala, M.D., Editor-in-Chief of STEM CELLS Translational Medicine and director of the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine.
The full article, "Endothelial Cells Derived from Patients' Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells for Sustained FVIII Delivery and the Treatment of Hemophilia A," can be accessed at https://stemcellsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/sctm.19-0261.
About STEM CELLS Translational Medicine: STEM CELLS Translational Medicine (SCTM), co-published by AlphaMed Press and Wiley, is a monthly peer-reviewed publication dedicated to significantly advancing the clinical utilization of stem cell molecular and cellular biology. By bridging stem cell research and clinical trials, SCTM will help move applications of these critical investigations closer to accepted best practices. SCTM is the official journal partner of Regenerative Medicine Foundation.
About AlphaMed Press: Established in 1983, AlphaMed Press with offices in Durham, NC, San Francisco, CA, and Belfast, Northern Ireland, publishes two other internationally renowned peer-reviewed journals: STEM CELLS (http://www.stemcells.com), celebrating its 38th year, is the world's first journal devoted to this fast paced field of research. The Oncologist (http://www.theoncologist.com), also a monthly peer-reviewed publication, entering its 25th year, is devoted to community and hospital-based oncologists and physicians entrusted with cancer patient care. All three journals are premier periodicals with globally recognized editorial boards dedicated to advancing knowledge and education in their focused disciplines.
About Wiley: Wiley, a global company, helps people and organizations develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed. Our online scientific, technical, medical and scholarly journals, combined with our digital learning, assessment and certification solutions, help universities, learned societies, businesses, governments and individuals increase the academic and professional impact of their work. For more than 200 years, we have delivered consistent performance to our stakeholders. The company's website can be accessed at http://www.wiley.com.
About Regenerative Medicine Foundation (RMF): The non-profit Regenerative Medicine Foundation fosters strategic collaborations to accelerate the development of regenerative medicine to improve health and deliver cures. RMF pursues its mission by producing its flagship World Stem Cell Summit, honouring leaders through the Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Action Awards, and promoting educational initiatives.



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A teacher goes to desperate lengths for a medical procedure in a country without a social safety net in the midst of a coronavirus epidemic.

SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Noemi Zeigler's latest short movie "Mrs. Sanders," a collaboration with her film students, combines horror and comedy to capture a teacher's desperate scheme to finance her medical procedure. As Jeffrey Katzenberg's upcoming video platform Quibi demonstrates, high quality ten minute streamable movies are your go to #QuarantineAndChill.
And Mrs. Sanders, doesn't disappoint.
WATCH THE MOVIE THAT'S HORRIFICALLY ENTERTAINING IN TEN MINUTES: 
Mrs. Sanders / Movie
THE MOVIE HAS ITS OWN HORRIFICALLY ENTERTAINING TRAILER: 
Mrs. Sanders / Trailer
Zeigler describes Mrs. Sanders as a political horror about a college professor who discovers her insurance has declined to cover her medical procedure. Things go awry when Mrs. Sanders discovers that her hero Bernie Sanders' presidential run is being squashed by the political establishment and her hopes of getting "Medicare for All" are dashed. She kisses Bernie Sanders on her computer screen and apologizes for what she is about to do before she is rudely interrupted by her students filing into class. Mrs. Sanders zeros in on Charlie in the front row. A creepy soundtrack hints that she is about to get her medical needs taken care of at Charlie's expense.
Zeigler, an adjunct professor of film and media communications in the San Francisco Bay Area, credits Jordan Peele's breakout movie "Get Out" for inspiring her to play with the horror genre. Peele describes Get Out as a "social thriller," because it asks the viewer to look at the real life horrors and oppression that African Americans face in everyday life. With Mrs. Sanders, Zeigler endeavors to make a "political horror" which critiques in sharp terms the poor and working class' lack of access to universal healthcare in a country with an $800 billion dollar military budget, corporations that pay zero taxes while their minimum wage workers need food stamps to eat, and health care and pharma industries driven by profit while average people resort to rationing their insulin and other meds. And with the Novel Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic gripping the globe, the approximately 27 million Americans who live without any form of health insurance will delay getting tested for Coronavirus which many experts say will likely contribute to the virus spreading more rapidly. Mrs. Sanders brings to light that in the richest country on the planet, lack of medical care is a travesty, unethical and a real life horror.
Mrs. Sanders makes the case for Medicare for All, Bernie Sanders' signature bill which boldly presumes that healthcare is a right and not a privilege. With Zeigler's real life students participating in the production of the short film (including writing, acting, cinematography, editing and sound design), she feels this is evidence of a new awakening where young people are increasingly using media as a tool to promote social justice.
ABOUT NOEMI ZEIGLER 
Noemi aka Madeline Minx is an award-winning screenwriter, filmmaker, musician and performer. She earned her MFA in Film Directing from the American Film Institute and teaches film and media production at several colleges in the SF Bay Area. She's currently developing several TV and streaming projects including a political horror series consisting of short 10 minute long episodes that delve into the horrors of our society's lack of social safety net, touching on healthcare, homelessness, climate change, unfettered capitalism and racism. She is excited to take Jeffrey Katzenberg and Meg Whitman's phone call as soon as they discover this Quibi length project is perfect for their platform, launching on April 6. Noemi's full bio as well as more Mrs. Sanders is available at: https://madelineminx.com/mrs-sanders-movie

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Providing access to the MediTelecareGo! platform and virtually connecting at-risk senior residents with outside medical practitioners.

MIDDLETOWN, CONN. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
MediTelecare, the nation's leading provider of behavioral telehealth services for the skilled nursing, post-acute, and long term care markets, is now allowing all of its skilled nursing facilities to utilize their televideo technology and platform for any medical provider in the wake of the Coronavirus Outbreak. The goal of opening access to MediTelecare's platform beyond behavioral health services is to help these facilities be better prepared to provide more immediate care and connect their residents with the outside medical providers they need without exposing their at-risk population.
MediTelecareGo! is a digital hub designed to equip partnering facilities with a secure online platform, televideo workstation on wheels, and a tech-library of helpful resources, which enable the facility staff to link residents to outside medical practitioners virtually. The company is now providing this expanded use of its platform during the Coronavirus crisis to all contracted facilities and medical practitioners within their network who wish to help reduce the risk of outside contact to patients and residents by using telehealth connectivity. This is especially helpful to long-term care facilities who are now limiting outside access to protect their vulnerable senior population, yet still need to deliver specialized care for these residents.
CEO and Founder of MediTelecare, Ed Mercadante, commented, "This technology suite is a hub for patients and residents who will need medical support and treatment as many Skilled Nursing Centers try to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus while still working to provide around the clock care. MediTelecareGo! is the platform that can help these facilities to provide a 'care in place environment' with the goal of helping to reduce hospitalizations and improve outcomes."
The company is rapidly rolling out its MediTelecareGo! technology and has provided an FAQ on telehealth access at http://www.meditelecare.com.
About MediTelecare: MediTelecare is the industry leader in providing behavioral telehealth services to residents of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. The company's clinical team consists of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, and clinical social workers providing behavioral telehealth services to approximately 20,000 residents in over 250 Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) across 16 states. MediTelecare services utilize synchronous Televideo with face-to-face communication, and other virtual telemedicine technologies to streamline diagnostic evaluations and design personalized treatment plans for each resident's needs.

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AOFTHEI Announces new interactive 360 event broadcast platform, as many events, trade shows, and meetings are canceling due to the COVID-19 CoronaVirus, creating demand for virtual 360 immersive broadcasts as a solution for meeting and event planners, hotels, convention centers and venues.

NORTHBROOK, ILL. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
In a time of uncertainty, Artists of the Industry wants to bring in the positive. New technologies create innovation, excitement and new opportunities.
Providing solutions for our partners in the hospitality, convention and events industries is how AOFTHEI Interactive was born. Within our creative event technology business we have experienced a great deal of cancellations this past week which significantly and instantly impacted our 2020 revenue in our creative content division and created large losses for our brand partners. Our interactive division has stepped in to help offer solutions to save as many events as possible through our VR platforms. Duane Tornquist, Co Founder - Artists of the Industry.
In an industry that thrives on communication and personal relationships, the unpredictability of the COVID-19 is a growing concern. We have already seen a rippling effect of postponing and cancellation of highly anticipated events, but we believe there are solutions.
AOFTHEI specializes in AR, VR, 360 videos and remote broadcasting. These technologies are innovative solutions to keep the communication flowing, while protecting the safety of the public, your customers and employees.
Artists of the Industry can help you broadcast your event, conference, or meeting with interactive 360 video. 360 video is a premium medium of traditional 2D video. This concept allows a heightened experience with more interaction. Benefits of live 360 broadcasting are global accessibility, immersive engagement, cost effective, and environmentally friendly.
Virtual tours are an exciting new method for sales. Bringing in a minimal crew, we are able to capture the unique aspects of your hotel that make it an appealing option to your customers. Once the video is complete, it will be loaded onto a headset that you can send to your customers to view in the safety and comfort of their own homes. We have pre-priced packages to make this process quick and efficient for your sales team.
The new AOFTHEI Interactive Live Engagement platform offers total 360 immersive digital broadcasts from any location to unlimited destinations anywhere around the globe.
Utilizing our virtual meeting platforms has always been a great solution for our customers in reaching global audiences in conjunction with many of our events, and this brings us all a whole new perspective for this type of technology. We can assist our venue partners in salvaging bookings in many cases, allowing those who will not be able to travel, to participate in the events via personal devices, desktops, and Oculus Go headsets, explains Tornquist.
About Artists of the Industry. 
AOFTHEI Interactive and Creative is a content activation firm specializing in supporting corporate events, convention centers, hotels and major brands with digital content, creative, software development, and custom platforms, sales, marketing, training internal and external communications needs.

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In the conditions when the world economic crisis is just around the corner, companies of all sizes, especially startups, have to prepare for the challenging period in their development. Tech startups will be one of the first to feel the impact of the recession on their statements. LITSLINK expands on the measures to be undertaken to survive during the crisis and stay afloat in the new economy.

PALO ALTO, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Until fairly recently, we've been lucky to live in an era of economic growth. In light of recent world events, however, we can now say for sure that an economic crisis is going to affect all industries, no exceptions. While some companies prefer to hold tight and wait until recession beats them over the head, experienced entrepreneurs have already undertaken crisis prevention efforts to stay afloat. Reacting to a crisis in the middle of it is similar to trying to save the ship when it is already sinking. When a recession affects your operations, it's better to have a well-developed plan ready to be implemented.
Coronavirus 
The rapid spread of COVID-19 in the world has caused an unprecedented plunge in the global market that has been getting worse, ever since the Black Monday collapse. Rising concerns over coronavirus have forced governments in Asia and Europe to implement a set of tough restrictions, which could not help but affect business operations at all levels.
As the disease outbreak is rapidly moving towards Europe, its consequences are becoming more and more evident in the modern fast-paced business environment. Wall Street is currently experiencing its worst period since the time of the Great Depression. With more than £3.9tn in losses, it has recently reported the biggest fall in the value of global markets in recorded history. A similar tendency is becoming evident in FTSE 100, with an 823-point dive in February, which can be converted into £206 billion in losses.
Oil-Price War 
The panic on the stock markets was doubled by the decision of the Russian Federation not to proceed with bigger production cuts in the oil sector. Saudi Arabia, together with other members of OPEC, made an effort to reduce oil exploitation with an aim to cope with declining demand due to the coronavirus outbreak. However, Russia's position, based on the belief that the deal would only benefit North American manufacturers, led to the collapse of negotiations in Vienna. The parties were unwilling to make any concessions, which resulted in the next oil-price war between Russia and Saudi Arabia.
When Saudi Arabia reduced its oil price by $8 per barrel, which appeared to be the most significant price reduction in history, Wall Street witnessed the largest plunge since the Great Depression. On March 9, the Dow Jones Index dropped by more than 2000 points, or 7.8% and it continues to fall due to the rapid spread of coronavirus in the world. A similar tendency is observed with other indexes: the S&P has lost more than $5 billion since February. Over 3500 stocks have seen their record-week lows on the NYSE, and this is only the beginning. This day was dubbed "Black Monday", which was the worst trading day since October 2008.
How Can Tech Companies Prepare for the Crisis? 
The upcoming economic crisis promises to become one of the most significant events in the history of humanity. If you are wondering how to survive an economic crisis and save your startup from collapse, lead economists advise you not to stop your operations, but instead to carry on providing your services to customers, which will positively affect your reputation after the crisis and save most of your repeat customers. At the same time, this period is the best time to tighten your belt and think of the best ways to cut costs.
The reduction in payroll is often a necessity for businesses during challenging times. You might be forced to resort to headcount and focus on improving your productivity. The best solution here is to undertake effective cost-cutting measures, such as outsourcing or out-staffing, which will provide you with significant competitive advantages in the modern harsh business environment:
You get more with less expense. In the conditions when you're forced to reduce your workforce, you have a need to maintain the same level of productivity by cooperating with service providers. Since rates are lower in developing economies, such as Ukraine, India, and Latin America, you have a chance to proceed with the development process without spending many resources on improving your operations. There are a number of companies with a good reputation ready to provide tech entrepreneurs with excellent value for their money and top-notch software development services. Currently, outsourcing is seen as one of the most effective steps to cut costs without significant risk of disrupting in-house operations.
Fast development and shorter time to market. As a rule, outsourcing companies have a rich talent pool ready to support tech startups at any stage of the development process. Even with tight deadlines, you're likely to find a vendor who will be able to cope with the challenges and provide you with a full-fledged product.
Cost-effective development scheme. Even when most companies experience difficult times, there is still an opportunity to raise funds. In-house development is almost always associated with considerable risks, which might discourage investors from funding your project. If coronavirus spreads further and the financial crisis of 2020 stagnates, startups might consider closing their operations or making a break. By outsourcing your development to a vendor, you provide investors with a cost-effective development scheme that is always seen as an appealing opportunity, even in times of crisis.
Extend your Runway. This point is especially relevant to early-stage tech startups that do not have positive cashflow. Even Sequoia Capital in their memorecommends to prepare contingency plans and save as much runway as you can. Although the forecasts are not optimistic, nobody knows how long this crisis might last, or whether there'll be another financial crisis. Thus, it is better to save now to be able to withstand a few more quarters. Outsourcing might help up-and-coming companies to extend their runway as much as possible.
Economic downfall always marks a difficult period for everyone involved, and only the strongest and wisest are going to survive. Lots of companies have already established their R&D centers in top outsourcing hubs with an aim to leverage the consequences of the economic meltdown. Even with all the challenges involved, such as time-zone differences or communication barriers, it might become a springboard for startups into a new, prospering economy.



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ZeptoMetrix newly inactivated and non-infectious NATtrol SARS-CoV-2 Recombinant (0831042) is available for laboratory quality control and test validation.

BUFFALO, N.Y. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
In response to the current COVID-19 global health emergency, ZeptoMetrix Corporation (ZMC)announced today the development and release of a SARS-CoV-2 recombinant construct - NATtrol SARS-CoV-2 (recombinant) Stock - 0831042.
This non-infectious quality control incorporates a recombinant construct associated with targeted detection regions of the virus which may be utilized in the development of molecular assays designed to detect SARS-CoV-2 as well as safely utilized in BSL-2 facilities in place of the live virus, as non-infectious, external quality controls for assays developed to detect SARS-CoV-2.
As the health risk posed by COVID-19 sees prolific daily growth, the CDC recommendations for infection prevention and control is evolving quickly. As with Zika, MERS, H1N1, and SARS, ZeptoMetrix is uniquely positioned to assist its partners and customers with an array of quality controls, research reagents, developmental tools and scientific expertise during our present emergency.
It is imperative for overall public health that our ID community better understand SARS-CoV-2. ZeptoMetrix has made it a priority to provide clinical laboratories, assay developers, manufacturers, researchers and healthcare workers alike with equal access to its extensive collection of coronavirus products.
"As we've learned, you always need the right tools for the right job" explains Shawn R. Smith, President of ZeptoMetrix, "...and our comprehensive availability of off-the-shelf coronavirus products helps provide the Infectious Disease diagnostics community with as many precise and dependable tools as possible. At present, it is critical for ZeptoMetrix to be able to quickly provide a commercial solution for a non-infectious SARS-CoV-2 quality control for safe use by diagnostic test developers."
"In conjunction with our existing and ever growing product listing, I am proud in our Team's ability to meet today's challenges and positively impact public health efforts in any manner we can."
ZeptoMetrix is presently in production of additional SARS-CoV-2 research materials and controls to assist in the rapid development of diagnostic tests and provide safe options for intact, non-infectious QC materials. Please visit our website and review upcoming press releases with regards to SARS-CoV-2 Lysate, SARS-CoV-2 Heat Inactivated Culture Fluid and NATtrol SARS-CoV-2.
ZEPTOMETRIX CORONAVIRUS PRODUCTS: 
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Coronavirus Strain: 229E Culture Fluid - 0810229CF 
Coronavirus Strain: 229E Heat Inactivated Culture Fluid - 0810229CFHI 
Coronavirus Strain: 229E Lysate - 0810229
Coronavirus NL63 
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Coronavirus Strain: NL63 Culture Fluid - 0810228CF 
Coronavirus Strain: NL63 Heat Inactivated Culture Fluid - 0810228CFHI 
Coronavirus Strain: NL63 Lysate - 0810228
Coronavirus OC43 
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Coronavirus Strain: OC43 Culture Fluid - 0810024CF 
Coronavirus Strain: OC43 Heat Inactivated Culture Fluid - 0810024CFHI 
Coronavirus Strain: OC43 Lysate - 0810024
MERS-CoV Florida/USA-2_Saudi Arabia_2014 
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MERS-CoV Strain: Florida/USA-2_Saudi Arabia_2014 Culture Fluid - 0810575CF 
MERS-CoV Strain: Florida/USA-2_Saudi Arabia_2014 Heat Inactivated Culture Fluid - 0810575CFHI
SARS 2003-00592 
NATtrol Coronavirus SARS Stock - NATSARS-ST
SARS-CoV-2 Recombinant                         
NATtrol SARS-CoV-2 (recombinant) Stock - 0831042
About ZeptoMetrix 
ZeptoMetrix Corporation (ZMC) is an established industry leader in the design, development, and delivery of innovative, quality solutions to the Infectious Disease Diagnostics Market. Our expertise and abilities in Molecular Diagnostics, including External Quality Controls, Verification Panels, Proficiency Panels, Customized and OEM Products/Services have set the industry standard for performance and reliability and made ZeptoMetrix the preferred choice for independent 3rd party QC materials.
Founded in 1999, ZeptoMetrix is headquartered in Buffalo, NY with additional facilities in Franklin, Massachusetts.
About NATtrol 
Globally, millions of people are tested for infectious diseases each year. The implications of reporting either a false positive or a false negative can be devastating to the patient. Accurate and sensitive diagnostics are necessary to confirm that laboratories are providing patients with proper testing results. Utilizing ZeptoMetrix NATtrol QC materials on a consistent basis helps to monitor testing performance and enhance confidence in testing results.
ZeptoMetrix NATtrol Molecular Diagnostics products are an essential component of today's ever-evolving testing market and are designed to provide safe, accurate and cost-effective support for activities relating to the analysis and identification of possible disease-causing microorganisms. The patented ZeptoMetrix NATtrol process renders highly-purified microorganisms non-infectious while allowing internal nucleic acids to remain intact, thereby serving as an ideal reference material for molecular diagnostic testing applications. Representing a total process control, from DNA extraction through amplification and eventual detection, NATtrol products are ready-to-use, refrigerator stable, and safe for operators to handle.
The routine and repetitive use of NATtrol External Run Controls and Verification Panels help enable laboratories to monitor performance and identify trends in daily test variations, test kit lot changes, and among individual operators. 
For Sales and/or information regarding ZeptoMetrix, NATtrol Molecular Quality Controls & Panels, and Development/Custom Services, please contact ZeptoMetrix Customer Service.
Contact: 
ZeptoMetrix Corporation, Customer Service 
878 Main Street 
Buffalo, NY 14202 
716-882-0920 
custserv(at)zeptometrix(dot)com 
http://www.zeptometrix.com
Media: 
Michael Hershfield, Vice President, Sales & Marketing                             
508-553-5852 
mhershfield@zeptometrix.com

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"At present, it is critical for ZeptoMetrix to be able to quickly provide a commercial solution for a non-infectious SARS-CoV-2 quality control for safe use by diagnostic test developers." - Shawn R. Smith, President, ZeptoMetrix



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Board Certified Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Edward D. Buch has been reviewed and approved by NJ Top Docs for the eighth consecutive year.

SCOTCH PLAINS, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
NJ Top Doc, Edward D. Buch, MD has practiced medicine for more than 25 years. He is Board Certified in General and Vascular Surgery, Vascular Technology and Wound Care. He received his medical degree from the State University of New York's Downstate School of Medicine in Brooklyn prior to completing his surgical residency at Downstate Medical Center as well as a Vascular fellowship at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond. Dr. Buch graduated from both college and medical school Summa Cum Laude. His honors included: phi beta kappa, beta beta beta, and AOA Medical School honors.
Previously an active faculty member teaching Anatomy at Downstate Medical Center, Dr. Buch also acted as resident doctor at Brooklyn VA in New York. He co-authored multiple clinical research papers in numerous medical and surgical journals.
At Somerset Medical Center, Dr Buch has served as Chief of Surgery for 8 years as well as Chief of Vascular Surgery and has been an integral part of the Medical Executive Board for more than 10 years. He is the Director of the Vascular Lab at Somerset Medical Center.
Dr. Buch is the founder of Central Jersey Surgeons in Hillsborough, NJ , as well as co-founder of Somerset Ambulatory Surgical Center in Somerville, NJ. He is co-founder of Body Chic, a comprehensive Center for Cosmetic Enhancement and Vein Treatments in Somerville, NJ, where he has been performing cosmetic therapies including: Sclerotherapy, and Laser Treatments of Spider Veins; Laser Hair Removal; Laser Facial Resurfacing; Laser Liposuction specifically Smart Lipo; Silhouette Face Lift, Abdominoplasty; Brazilian Buttock and Natural Breast Augmentation with Fat Transfer; as well as extensive experience with Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) procedures.
To learn more about this NJ Top Doc, please visit: https://njtopdocs.com/nj-doctors/dredwardbuch/
About Us
NJ Top Docs is a comprehensive, trusted and exclusive healthcare resource featuring reviewed and approved Top Doctors and Dentists in New Jersey online in an easy to use format. NJ Top Docs only reviews and approves providers based on merit after they have been extensively vetted.
NJ Top Docs is a division of USA Top Docs which allows patients to meet providers online before making their appointment.
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Ponce Health Sciences University – St Louis announces an $80M education investment plan which will include a campus/medical research facility in North St Louis.

ST. LOUIS (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
On Friday, March 6, local leaders and elected officials including Congressman Lacey Clay gathered to join Ponce Health Sciences University President and CEO/Co-founder of Tiber Health, Dr. David Lenihan, as he unveiled his plans for an $80 million educational investment in North St. Louis. Among the commitment, a School of Medicine and a hospital, will provide anchors for the City of St Louis to grow as a medical hub.
The investment will be centered around the School of Medicine as an expansion of Ponce Health Sciences University (Ponce, Puerto Rico) satellite campus in St Louis. The new campus will provide a permanent home for Ponce Health Sciences University in St. Louis as well as fulfill a commitment to improve community health via their innovative Master of Science in Medical Sciences program, a pre-medical master's program which offers an alternate pathway for students pursuing medical school admission.
The announcement comes on the heels of reportsfrom the Missouri Hospital Association, noting the U.S. faces an estimated shortage of 49,000 primary care physicians over the next 10 years. As population diversity increases, communities will require more doctors who possess the training, skill and cultural competency to meet demand for essential, quality health care. The high cost, testing and selection process of traditional U.S. medical schools has systemically excluded underrepresented minorities from pursuing successful paths to medical careers.
"PHSU offers a compelling solution for closing this gap between the medical school selection process and professional healthcare delivery," says Dr. Kenneth Dobbins, Chancellor of PHSU St Louis. "Our new campus in the heart of St Louis advances our efforts as a University to be recognized as academic and research leaders. It also allows us to put action behind our vision of providing medical education and research opportunities dedicated to addressing and impacting health disparities on local and national levels."
About Ponce Health Sciences University – St. Louis 
The St. Louis Campus expands Ponce Health Sciences University's global network and extends efforts to serve diverse and underserved communities. Ponce Health Sciences University is a fully accredited university dedicated to providing the highest quality graduate education programs available in medicine, clinical psychology, biomedical sciences, and public health in order to prepare world-class, culturally competent health professionals to better serve a growing population of diverse patients across the United States. Located in Ponce, Puerto Rico, and St. Louis, MO, PHSU is recognized around the world for its medical education and research achievements.

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Our new campus in the heart of St Louis advances our efforts as a University to put action behind our vision of providing medical education and research opportunities dedicated to addressing and impacting health disparities on local and national levels.



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Dental implant specialist, Dr. Dan Holtzclaw, celebrates his eleventh year as editor-in-chief for The Journal of Implant and Advanced Clinical Dentistry. Dr. Holtzclaw lends his years of experience replacing missing teeth with the most state-of-the-art dental implants at his practice, DIA Dental Implant Center in Austin, TX.

AUSTIN, TX (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
Dr. Dan Holtzclaw, respected dental implant specialist, celebrates his eleventh year as editor-in-chief for The Journal of Implant and Advanced Clinical Dentistry (JIACD). JIACD covers advanced treatments in the dental industry, including dental implants to treat even the most complex missing teeth cases. Dr. Holtzclaw provides world-class dental implant placement at DIA Dental Implant Center in Austin, TX, which he founded to focus solely on delivering the most comprehensive and specialized dental implant care available in the country.
The world's first interactive paperless dental journal, JIACD combines traditional peer-reviewed dental literature with twenty-first-century multimedia technology. Readers are provided access to interactive literature on clinical techniques, dental implant cases, literature reviews, and expert commentary that can immediately impact their daily dental practice. Dr. Holtzclaw has been a contributing author and editor at JIACD since its inception, inspiring the industry to improve and evolve with each new year.
At DIA Dental Implant Center, Dr. Holtzclaw works with a team of highly experienced dental implant specialists to provide the most cutting-edge care for those seeking a permanent solution to missing teeth. The practice includes an in-house lab, complete with Zirkonzahn technology, and a team of doctors who can provide the entire dental implant treatment, from consultation to full restoration, in one location.
For those suffering with missing teeth, dental implants are the leading tooth replacement solution. The titanium implant is precisely placed into the jawbone so that is osseointegrates with the bone for maximum stability. A natural-looking and custom-made crown or bridge is affixed to the implant, completing the smile. The dental implants provided at DIA Dental Implant Center are so life-like that they are indistinguishable from natural teeth.
Those looking for a permanent solution to missing teeth in Austin, TX can connect with Dr. Holtzclaw and the highly experienced dental implant specialists for a complimentary dental implant consultation. To schedule an appointment, call 512-375-0050 or visit http://www.diadentalimplants.com.
About the Practice
DIA Dental Implant Center was founded by Dr. Dan Holtzclaw, one of the world's leading authorities on full arch immediately loaded dental implant treatment. Using experience from thousands of dental implant procedures, Dr. Holtzclaw pioneered the DIArch implant teeth-in-a-day treatment concept, which allows patients to receive a new dental implant smile in just one day. With an in-house laboratory utilizing world-class Zirkonzahn technology, staff oral surgeons, staff prosthodontists, and experienced dental technicians, DIA Dental Implant Center is able to provide industry leading dental implant treatment in one convenient location, eliminating the need for patients to travel to multiple offices, as is required with most traditional dental offices. To learn more about the DIA Dental Implant Center advantage visit http://www.diadentalimplants.com or call 512-375-0050. 

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Dental Implant Specialist, Dr. Dan Holtzclaw, Celebrates 11 Years as Editor-in-Chief for JIACD

The practice includes an in-house lab, complete with Zirkonzahn technology, and a team of doctors who can provide the entire dental implant treatment, from consultation to full restoration, in one location.



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ArchWired.com, a patient-oriented orthodontic website online since 2001, has a fresh new look and updated content. The site is now accepting articles and guest blog posts from dentists and orthodontists. There are also new advertising opportunities for dental companies.

BELMONT, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2020
ArchWired.com has a fresh new look featuring updated, expanded information for adult orthodontic patients. Some of the new content includes articles about coping with jaw surgery, invisible aligner treatment, and an orthodontic glossary. In addition, there are many new opportunities for dentists, orthodontists, and dental companies to get their message out to orthodontic patients.
Online for almost 20 years, ArchWired.com has been a reliable and popular source of information for orthodontic patients across the globe. Its readers have contributed stories and photos to the site, and many orthodontists and dentists have written patient-oriented articles. ArchWired's streamlined new look includes refreshed content, new articles about Invisalign and invisible braces (including mail-order braces), articles about jaw surgery, a new blog, and a comprehensive illustrated, peer-reviewed orthodontic glossary. The site's popular Metal Mouth Message Board has also been updated and fine-tuned, and new Facebook and Twitter feeds have been launched.
"We wanted to refresh ArchWired and address topics relevant to today's orthodontic patients," said Lynn Schneider, site owner and editor. Last year, she reached out to her readers to ask what new content they would find helpful. "Our readers wanted to keep current on that latest topics in orthodontics, and also requested an easy-to-use orthodontic glossary. I was happy to comply," she said.
While ArchWired's readers enjoy engaging in the new look and content, dental professionals can also benefit from the site's design refresh. ArchWired.com is accepting patient-oriented articles from dentists and orthodontists, and welcomes guest bloggers. There is no fee, and the article or post will include a free backlink. ArchWired is also accepting paid advertising from dental companies or practices.
More About ArchWired.com
Since 2001, ArchWired.com has been the web's premier source of orthodontic information for patients. Some of the topics covered include: 

Comprehensive "Braces-101" primer and FAQ

Choosing traditional braces versus clear aligners

Food and eating tips

Keeping teeth clean and healthy while in treatment

Practical advice about pregnancy, moving, and relationships while in treatment

Preparing for and coping with jaw surgery

In-depth information about invisible aligners

How to care for retainers

Humorous orthodontic-related stories

ArchWired has gained a broad and loyal following in its almost 20 years online, through its informative and easy-to-understand content. Few online resources have as long a track record of providing reliable and accurate dental-related content as ArchWired.com.
About ArchWired.com's Founder
Lynn Schneider has been involved in the orthodontic industry since she got braces as an adult, in the early 2000's. ArchWired.com began as her online journal, "Of Braces & Home Improvement," (she got braces on her teeth at the same time as a major home improvement project was about to get underway in her house). Over time, ArchWired.com grew into the comprehensive orthodontic information website it is today. Schneider is also the founder and owner of DentaKit.com, an e-commerce website which sells orthodontic products directly to patients worldwide. She has a background in technical writing, technical training, journalism and broadcast communications, and is the mother of two grown daughters.
If you are interested in contributing to ArchWired.com, becoming an advisor, or advertising on the site, email your proposal to: lynns@archwired.com. If you run a dental practice, you can spread the word about ArchWired.com and DentaKit.com with free cards to hand out to your patients. Just fill out the form on this page.

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"Our readers wanted to keep current on that latest topics in orthodontics, and also requested an easy-to-use orthodontic glossary. I was happy to comply." -Lynn Schneider



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Minnesota Advisory Group has recently invested in a talent acquisition technology platform for healthcare organizations to optimize employee recruitment and retention.

BLOOMINGTON, MINN. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Minnesota Advisory Group, a startup based in Bloomington, Minnesota, has recently invested $45 million in their talent acquisition technology platform. This platform integrates artificial intelligence, machine learning, predictive analytics and automation into a groundbreaking tool that enables U.S. healthcare organizations to optimize employee recruitment and retention.
The health care industry is experiencing an employee retention crisis. According to the American College of Healthcare Executives, over the last five years, hospital CEO turnover remained at 18 percent and nurses averaged a 16.8 percent turnover. The cost of turnover for a bedside RN ranges from $38,000 to $61,100, and it costs between $600,000 and $1 million to replace a physician. Per hospital, that's a $7.4 million to $11 million per year loss that Minnesota Advisory Group aims to prevent.
In the modern workplace, behavioral-based questions are outdated and insufficient for preventing bad hires. Predictive analytics, big data, machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms uncover, optimize and predict future behavioral and statistical patterns. To develop its platform, Minnesota Advisory Group collected insight from more than 5.2 million employees globally. The data included behavioral indicators, organizational culture data, demographic data, competitive benchmarking, supervisor effectiveness data, exit interview data, employee engagement analysis, onboarding and new-hire feedback, and performance management reviews.
Minnesota Advisory Group's new technology offers an unprecedented recruiting and retention advantage for health care organizations. In addition, the medical division of the company has built one of the largest and most extensive networks of health care talent, and they vigorously vet the organizations they choose to work with. It is important to note that this works as a complement to, not a replacement for, human resources professionals. Many HR executives from the nation's top health systems are currently working with the firm to recruit physicians, nurses, technology and leadership staff. Many Health Systems are already experiencing a staggering boasts of 98 percent retention rate for nurses, IT, physicians and their executives. Fill rates have improved from 91 days to 25 days.
Minnesota Advisory Group's Chief Strategy Officer Dolphe Magloire Sr., former Vice President of Global Human Resources at General Electric and the mastermind behind the technology implementation, said, "Artificial intelligence and machine learning will help you analyze and understand your health systems and your competitors nearly better than you do. Whether it's intelligence gathering, talent acquisition, projecting turnover rates, improving employee engagement, optimizing employee communications, meeting deadlines, or any other unforeseen problems that would typically take years to surface, artificial intelligence will most likely be one step ahead of you. And when it comes to cost savings and overall organizational efficiencies, that's a very good investment in clients, patients and the future."



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Salsa Fresca strengthens its industry-leading hygiene and cleanliness protocols, adds hands-free delivery to ensure the safety of its employees and customers

DANBURY, CONN. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Salsa Fresca Mexican Grill, whose always-fresh, never-frozen concept has driven its growth throughout Connecticut and New York, continues its rigorous standards of cleanliness throughout all of its ten restaurants with updated best practices designed to protect its employees and customers in the wake of the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak.
The regional restaurant chain has updated its on-site and delivery policies to respond to growing concerns. Several of Salsa Fresca's delivery partners have recently announced "no-contact" delivery options, which gives customers the ability to specify how they wish to receive delivery, including a no-contact option. Delivery service Postmates, one of several delivery services that deliver for Salsa Fresca, recently rolled out its no-contact delivery option. Uber Eats has also issued an advisory to its delivery drivers with guidance from public health organizations, informing customers that they can minimize contact with "leave at door" drop-offs. Other food delivery services are expected to follow suit.
Salsa Fresca also is also preparing to roll out its own delivery service using internal staff members, which will provide even greater visibility over the end-to-end process from kitchen to doorstep. Curbside pickup will also be added as an option soon. "Our new protocols will give our customers the greatest level of transparency, with reassurance that whoever prepares and delivers their food has adhered to the highest levels of hygiene and cleanliness," said Marc Miles, co-owner of Salsa Fresca. "Every delivery order will be accompanied by a sticker that verifies safe preparation. Our team members will be adhering to the most rigorous safety protocols as they cook, prepare and deliver fresh, wholesome food to your front door."
On site, Salsa Fresca's design has always revolved around its popular "open kitchen" concept, which allows customers to see first-hand the fresh ingredients being used and watch as every item is prepared. "Our open kitchen concept is even more important now, as restaurant patrons are seeking reassurance and transparency from their favorite restaurants," said Miles.
Salsa Fresca's rigorous standards of cleanliness govern the kitchen and employee areas, including coolers and prep tables, as well as all customer areas including lobbies, bathrooms, counters and doors, which are regularly cleaned and sanitized multiple times a day. Hygiene protocols also dictate that employees are instructed not to report to work if they are not feeling well or show any signs of the virus, or if they have a fever of 99.5 or greater. All cleaners, sanitizers and antiseptics in use are foodsafe certified and will not impart any odors. Food will remain fresh as always.
"Customers who visit one of our restaurants or choose to have food delivered will benefit from our updated protocols," said Miles. "We have always maintained the highest cleanliness standards in every one of our restaurants. We have taken the extra step of reinforcing those protocols with new measures recommended by the Centers for Disease Control, the New York and Connecticut Department of Health, and the World Health Organization. We are disinfecting and sanitizing each restaurant multiple times a day, and are also making sure every location is stocked with surface sanitizers and with hand sanitizer available for customer use as well."
For their own health, and for the safety of the public, each employee's temperature is monitored regularly. Every Salsa Fresca employee has been trained on both long-standing hygiene protocols, as well as specific responses to the coronavirus outbreak, including using hand sanitizer regularly, washing hands frequently, and keeping shared surfaces clean and disinfected. Employees are also instructed to change gloves if they touch anything other than food related items. Salsa Fresca is committed to continuously monitoring all local, state and federal guidelines to maintain a safe environment for employees and customers.
Salsa Fresca Mexican Grill offers an extensive menu of signature items, build-your-own items, and an impressive selection of gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and nut-free options. Salsa Fresca has an eco-friendly approach in every restaurant, with policies that include recycling cooking oil into bio-diesel, using humanely-raised beef and all-natural chicken, and working towards a goal of being a completely zero-waste restaurant.



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Hemp Health One Launches Its Website and New Product Line of CBD Gummies, Tincture Oil and Pain Relief Cream

ENCINITAS, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Hemp Health One announced the release of their new line of CBD products, which became available for sale today on their website. Their full spectrum CBD oil and gummies are made from organic, full spectrum hemp oil. The synergistic plant compounds in these CBD products can help support the body and mind towards well-being.*
"We are a family run company on a mission to improve the lives of our family, friends, customers, and pets," said the Co-Founders of Hemp Health One. "We've experienced the amazing effects of CBD, and want to share its nutrient rich, non-psychoactive, botanical benefits with others."
Both the CBD oil and CBD sour gummies are organic, gluten-free, and non-GMO. The CBD premium hemp oil contains 1,000 mg of CBD per bottle. And the CBD sour gummies come in two distinct flavors, watermelon and strawberry. Each container includes 30 gummies and a total of 300 mg of CBD. Before the products become available for sale, they are subject to independent third-party lab testing. This helps to ensure safety, accurate potency, and purity.
Due to the passing of the Hemp Farming Act of 2018, CBD products derived from hemp became legal in the United States. With the legalization, the scientific community has taken an interest in CBD. In fact, there are more studies on CBD than ever before. So far, these studies show CBD is safe to consume and is well tolerated.
"Since we only want the best quality for our customers, they're guaranteed to receive unrivaled CBD products," said the Co-Founders of Hemp Health One. "We don't cut any corners. So, our products maintain the highest standards in safety, quality, and potency."
To celebrate the launch of their products, Hemp Health One is offering customers a 20 percent discount, when using promo code Web20. You can learn more about CBD on their blog page, and can browse their products at http://www.hemphealthone.com. Be sure to look out for CBD pain cream and CBD infused pet treats for dogs and cats, coming soon.
*These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Yet, they may help you feel better.
For more information, please contact them at info@hemphealthone.com or visit their website at http://www.hemphealthone.com.
WRITTEN BY ALLIE MURPHY



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Gotelecare firmly believes in the idea of using telemedicine as a potential clinical medium offering flexibility in treating COVID-19

NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
With an expected swell in virtual visits, the Senate approved a sweeping spending package in response to the Coronavirus outbreak. The final tally for the Senate vote was 96-1 with appropriations of $8.3 billion in all with $500 million in mandatory to be spent on telehealth program.
The bill gives the Health and Home Services Secretary to suspend rules that restrict access to Medicare patients over the age of 65 years to remote care or telehealth. For doctors to be reimbursed earlier through Medicare through telehealth visits, the patients have to be in certain rural areas / have to be in a facility / they cannot use the service from home. With older adults susceptible to COVID-19, the risks are high with a hospital visit for Medicare patients.
Insurance companies like Anthem are ramping up its telemedicine tool called LiveHealth Online, with a more significant number of physicians and health professionals lined up to consult with patients concerned about Coronavirus.
Companies like Teladoc offering telemedicine services have seen a stock surge in the last week. Telemedicine visits are indeed a great way to minimize exposure, evaluate, and treat from the comfort of one's home.
Telemedicine for long has been an ideal means to expedite care during flu outbreaks. The novel Coronavirus is similar to influenza in how it is transmitted (airborne), how symptoms manifest, and the fear it stirs. If it expands to a wide community spread, Coronavirus like illness will likely be diagnosed on a clinical basis without testing. Those with milder symptoms will be more likely treated at home to limit the spread of the disease as well as not overwhelm the healthcare facilities.
GoTelecare encourages the strides ahead for a mainstream presence of Telemedicine. They firmly believe that Telemedicine expands possibilities to handle the Coronavirus outbreak with reduced wait times, extending easy access to healthcare services over in-person interactions, and improved patient engagement. The company has made a presence over the last decade by working with both the payer and provider side of the healthcare business.
A member of their leadership team and someone who drives their growth initiatives observed, "GoTelecare delivers scalable solutions in Telemedicine and remote patient monitoring devices that helps in streamlining care management. We believe that to deal with Corona Virus , telemedicine finally extends a strong foundation to help physicians interact with patients helping them stay at the comfort of home. "
The company also offers host of solutions in RCM to leading healthcare providers across the country. With Telemedicine, they intend to assist the US Government initiatives to counter the deadly menace of Coronavirus. Physicians today are welcoming the disruptive approach to healthcare, benefits with costs, and extending access to a broader patient base. Believing that Telemedicine is clearly the future, GoTelecare intends to set a benchmark for a value-based model of care.
For Media Inquiries, Contact - 
Ronnie Hastings 
Director of Business Development 
GoTelecare 
Contact Number: +1-917-565-8683 
Email Id: Ronnie.Hastings(at)gotelecare.com

GoTelecare endorses the role of Telemedicine in tackling Corona Virus Outbreak



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Sterling Healthcare has launched its Coronavirus Governance Service (CDS-20). The CDS-20 service fulfills the needs of hospitals and other provider groups who need to integrate COVID-19 financial reporting, auditing, analytics, and continuity capabilities into a compliance-based framework. In an urgent response to CMS's new COVID-19 codes, Sterling Healthcare recognizes a coding gap that could inhibit the correct diagnosis and procedure claims reporting. Sterling Healthcare empowers provider groups to ensure their claims will not be denied. A reduction in denials improves both quality metrics while driving cost-reduction outcomes.

LOUISVILLE, KY. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Sterling Healthcare has launched its Coronavirus Governance Service (CDS-20). CDS-20 is a cloud-based analytics service that fulfills the needs of hospitals and other provider groups who will integrate COVID-19 financial reporting, auditing, analytics, and continuity capabilities into a compliance-based framework.
In an urgent response to the coronavirus pandemic and CMS's new COVID-19 codes, Sterling Healthcare addresses an issue that could inhibit the correct diagnosis and procedure claims reporting. Sterling Healthcare empowers provider groups to mitigate claim denials while facilitating accurate clinical documentation, coding, and optimized financial and treatment protocols.
"Sterling's Center of Excellence is leading the market by deploying the latest COVID-19 codes into Sterling's analytics services," said David Osborn, Sterling HCS' Managing Director, and Healthcare Practice Leader.
Osborn shared, "Industry thought-leaders must take action to assist our healthcare providers, citizens, and the government to utilize all the necessary assets to curb COVID-19 and future outbreaks."
Sterling Healthcare's solution deploys a unique COVID-19 Continuity Plan encompassing both subject matter experts and cloud-based encrypted services. Additionally, providing accurate and secure insights is critical to avoid denials and coding errors typical in a fast-paced healthcare environment."
About Sterling Healthcare Services
For the past twenty years, Sterling Healthcare Services, headquartered in Louisville, KY, has provided cloud-based financial and clinical optimization services to hospitals, specialty providers, and managed care organizations. Sterling is a subsidiary of Elico, a 60-year-old global biomedical device manufacturer. Together, we continuously improve our capabilities in our Center of Excellence to enhance the quality of healthcare.
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This advancement will disrupt the status quo of health coaching as we know it and start a new conversation that redefines nutrition for good.

VANCOUVER, WASH. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
The Institute of Transformational Nutrition (ITN), led by its founder and renowned celebrity nutritionist, Cynthia Garcia, announced today that they have recently implemented enhancements in their health coaching course curriculum that will forever change the way health, wellness, and nutrition are viewed.
"After observing and being intimately involved in the health and nutrition coaching industry for almost a decade, we realized that it's perfectly suited for a world that no longer exists," said Cynthia Garcia.
Consumers are demanding more, and it's critical that coaches are educated to meet those demands.
That's why ITN has launched a new passion-based learning model that allows coaches to learn what they love by specializing in a topic of their choice after they complete their core certification program. Students can choose from 8 different specialties including the Certified Mental Wellness Coach program, the Certified Weight Loss Coach program, the Certified Life Coach program, and many more. This provides each graduate with two certifications in one so they stand out as professional, highly-educated coaches.
After listening to their students and pushing to always stay at the forefront of the forward-thinking, modern-day coaching movement they began almost ten years ago, the Institute of Transformational Nutrition has not only committed to always keeping their curriculum up to date, but they've also added 40 weeks of live coaching training for each student to ensure that every coach who graduates from ITN will be highly trained with direct feedback from the world's leading coaching and nutrition experts.
"At ITN, we see a real opportunity to usher coaching into the next generation by setting higher standards in the industry and creating educational solutions that exceed those standards," says Garcia.
ITN coaches are the only coaches trained to navigate and apply Transformational Nutrition - the scientific study of nutrition that integrates physical nutrition, mental nutrition, and spiritual nutrition, as they discover how to ask the bigger questions and coach the whole person while understanding that food is only a small part of what feeds us.
These changes will further solidify ITN's position at the top of coaching schools as they push boundaries, start bigger conversations, and question the status quo of health and wellness as we know it. For those interested in participating in this movement who might not yet be coaches, ITN also offers a free, public Facebook group focused on Transformational Nutrition that educates the #TransformationGeneration, a movement for coaches and non-coaches alike who are working together to create better lives for themselves, their clients, and the world.
ABOUT THE INSTITUTE OF TRANSFORMATIONAL NUTRITION (ITN) 
Founded in 2011 by best-selling author and celebrity nutritionist, Cynthia Garcia, ITN is the modern-day coaching school for forward-thinking coaches (and those who want to become one. Students of ITN discover a well-rounded and highly sought-after curriculum based on the Transformational Nutrition Coaching Method – the scientific study of health and human wellness in multiple areas including physical nutrition, mental nutrition, and spiritual nutrition. It's the only coaching method that allows its coaches to transform their clients' health and lives at the same time. The mission of ITN is to redefine nutrition by educating and certifying the next generation of modern-day successful coaches and entrepreneurs.
Students are taught a proven, step-by-step method to coaching that allows them to create personalized nutrition protocols to help their clients succeed while also building successful businesses that allow them to make more money, enjoy a flexible schedule, and live a life of freedom.
Discover more at http://www.transformationalnutrition.com.

"After observing and being intimately involved in the health and nutrition coaching industry for almost a decade, we realized that it's perfectly suited for a world that no longer exists." - Cynthia Garcia, CEO



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National Ramp published an overview of the access rights afforded to the elderly and people with disabilities during elections. "Your physical limitations should never impede your rights, and it's important for consumers to know that the law is on their side," said Garth Walker, Managing Director at National Ramp.

VALLEY COTTAGE, N.Y. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
National Ramp published an overview of the access rights afforded to the elderly and people with disabilities during elections.
"Your physical limitations should never impede your rights, and it's important for consumers to know that the law is on their side," said Garth Walker, Managing Director at National Ramp.
Buildings Should Be Accessible 
Since polling places are a mix of private and public buildings, some private buildings may not be fully accessible as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Access requirements include ensuring that: 

wheelchair users can get into buildings and to the polling locations safely

people with visual impairments do not bump into protruding objects

doors do not require tight pinching or twisting to open

"We've worked with municipalities across the country to provide short and long-term access to polling places," said Walker. "It's important that we remove the physical barriers that could be preventing a fellow citizen from exercising their civic duties."
Temporary Modifications Can Help 
Temporary low-cost measures can make your site accessible, such as: 

traffic cones creating accessible parking spaces

a commercial modular wheelchair ramp with handrails

propping doors open or a poll worker who opens a door when needed

using cones to alert a person who uses a white cane to a protruding object

the use of clearly marked signs leading to accessible entrances and polling locations

Walker added, "In addition to these temporary physical modifications, your polling place may offer additional modifications, including curbside voting or accessible polling in a separate room. Whatever the accommodation, remember that private and independent voting is your right."
Advocate For Your Rights 
National Ramp also encourages voters to check the list of Resources for Voters with Disabilities published by the US Election Assistance Commission, to call 866-OUR-VOTE for any issues at the polls, or to file a complaint with the ADA, who investigates access violations.
Founded in 2005, National Ramp is a leading manufacturer of modular ramps.
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Special Learning, Inc., the leading global provider of comprehensive digital autism and special needs solutions including training, educational materials and virtual consulting is celebrating their 10th anniversary.

MENLO PARK, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Special Learning Inc. is celebrating its 10th anniversary in the upcoming months, and their mission to bridge the gap by connecting individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities to access experts and evidence-based practices, approaches and resources to empower people to attain fulfilling and independent lives has not wavered.
These past ten years, Special Learning Inc. has worked to help people around the globe access the world's most effective early intervention therapy - Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
By leveraging technology, Special Learning delivers a comprehensive array of autism intervention and ABA educational solutions to parents, educators, Board Certified Behavior Analysts, and other professionals who provide care and support to the special needs population, no matter where they live or work.
With their online Autism and ABA Training, virtual BCBA supervision and consulting, ABA curriculum & teaching materials, and independent learning tools, Special Learning helps transform the lives of people living with autism and other developmental disabilities attain their highest level of independence.
Special Learning provides members of the global autism community with best-of-breed solutions: products, services, training, relevant information and tools to empower you to help advance individuals with autism up the skills spectrum intuitively, successfully and affordably.
They are dedicated to: 

Developing the most effective and intuitive ABA teaching tools for the international community of individuals with ASD;

Using technology and other available means to help improve communication skills, life skills, academic ability, cognitive skills, emotional awareness, self-esteem, interpersonal and critical thinking skills;

Recognizing that parents are the ones who most actively participate in their children's education and needs, provide tools and training to allow them to take control of their child's future;

Providing free access to accurate, informative and easy to comprehend information about ASD and ABA which is often presented in ways that are confusing, overly-complicated, and even contradictory;

Generously sharing our vast, constantly growing reference center which includes up-to-date databases of BCBAs, autism service providers, other health and therapy centers and professionals, organizations and school districts; and

Compassionately providing an opportunity to openly share your thoughts and opinions to enlighten, inform, and educate the global community through your own personal experiences.

LEARN ABOUT SPECIAL LEARNING'S SISTER COMPANIES
Last year, Special Learning, Inc. proudly launched several new sister companies to help extend our ability to help as many parents, professional and educators as possible.
EVER LEARNING is the ultimate destination for the highest quality training and educational products to support evidence-based intervention programs for parents, educators, professionals, and BCBAs. It's signature product is the All Access Autism Toolkit. To learn more, visit http://www.ever-learning.com.
PROFESSIONAL CEUS is dedicated to providing quality, on-demand CE opportunities to behavioral health professionals who serve individuals in challenged communities with unequivocal Audio & Video training for your learning style. To learn more, visit http://www.professionalceus.com.
ABA BUSINESS GROWTH specializes in providing the very best in talent management, business consulting and training development to realize growth and success for behavioral health and ABA organizations. To learn more, visit http://www.aba-businessgrowth.com
We have many exciting initiatives planned this year. To learn more about Special Learning, Inc., visit http://www.special-learning.com.



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Ever Learning is the destination for quality training and educational products to support evidence-based education and intervention programs for Parents, Educators and Professionals.

MENLO PARK, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
SCARCITY OF TRAINED PROFESSIONALS TO IMPLEMENT EVIDENCE-BASED INTERVENTION PROGRAMS FOR AUTISM
There are approximately 700,000 people with autism in the world, using a conservative rate of 1 in 100. Less than 10% of the world's population with autism have access to a life-changing intervention known as Applied Behavioral Analysis. ABA is an evidenced-based intervention that has demonstrated with early and intensive application to generate success helping children with autism to mainstream. Furthermore, ABA can help over 90% of people on the autism spectrum achieve some level of independence. Currently, we are experiencing a shortage of Board Certified Behavioral Analysts (BCBAs), certified ABA experts, with only 29,000 worldwide (and most within the U.S.). As a result of the scarcity of ABA experts to treat and supervise intervention programs, ABA therapy is currently only accessible in a handful of countries and many in families are on a waitlist for services.
The universal challenge then is twofold: 1) ABA programs consume a significant amount of time and resources (about 35 hours per week. 2) Correspondingly, ABA is very expensive with costs ranging from $75,000 –- $125,000 annually. Even if a portion of ABA therapy is covered by insurance, the out-of-pocket costs are still substantial.
MAKING ABA INTERVENTION PROGRAMS MORE ACCESSIBLE, AFFORDABLE, AND EASIER TO CUSTOMIZE FOR PARENTS, EDUCATORS AND CLINICIANS
Ever Learning's All Access Autism Toolkit is a monthly Subscription that delivers Autism training and Problem Behavior videos, Social Stories, Flashcards, Visual Schedules, File Folders, Tracing Cards, Assessment Tools, Data Sheets, Literature Summaries, Educator Training Series — and hundreds of other products easily accessible for an affordable price of $9.99/month to anyone with an internet connection anywhere in the world!
"With Ever Learning's All-Access, parents, educators and even clinicians have access to hundreds of customizable tools to tailor ABA interventions programs for their own specific needs." said Karen Chung, CEO at Special Learning, Inc.
For more information on Ever Learning and the All-Access Autism Toolkit, visit http://www.ever-learning.com.
ABOUT EVER LEARNING
Ever Learning provides the global autism community with highest quality training, education and teaching resources to support the learning needs of children, adolescents and adults with Autism and other special needs.
Ever Learning is a sister company of Special Learning, Inc., a company founded by an entrepreneur with a mission to help families, educators and professionals living with autism acquire the skills they need to live happy, fulfilling lives.

"With Ever Learning's All-Access, parents, educators and even clinicians have access to hundreds of customizable tools to tailor ABA interventions programs for their own specific needs." said Karen Chung, CEO at Special Learning, Inc.



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PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
As the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) accelerates across the country, Temple University Hospital (TUH), its Department of Thoracic Medicine and Surgery, and the Temple Lung Center are taking proactive steps to protect its staff and patients using HGE Health's telemedicine platform. Temple will enroll patients at risk or with mild symptoms of COVID-19 in HGE Health's platform to remotely monitor them while patients are isolated at home. Additionally, patients will be monitored during their convalescence at home following hospitalization for COVID-19 to ensure continued resolution of their symptoms. The use of telemedicine provides close monitoring of the patient's symptoms and disease course while avoiding unnecessary staff exposure to COVID-19.
Under this first-of-a-kind containment program, hospital patients are presented with the option to continue having their symptoms remotely monitored for 30-days after being discharged, or longer if additional time is required for their symptoms to subside.
"Patients who are at the hospital for treatment of an existing condition or to undergo a medical procedure have had their immune systems compromised, and are particularly susceptible to COVID-19," explained Nathaniel Marchetti, DO, Professor of Thoracic Medicine and Surgery at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and Medical Director of the Respiratory Intensive Care Unit at TUH. "We attempt to limit their exposure to COVID-19 by providing carriers with remote care without requiring an in-person visit. And by continually monitoring discharged patients when they are discharged and return home, we can quickly and effectively offer medical care to the at-risk patient population when such care is needed most, without a return visit or readmission to the hospital."
"We have extensive experience with monitoring thousands of patients with COPD and following lung transplantation on a daily basis," said Michael J. Markus, PhD, the CEO of HGE Health. "We are very proud of the positive impact our platform has had on the lives of our COPD and lung transplant patients. We believe we have the technology and experienced staff to provide an effective and scalable approach to help treat the numbers of patients that may potentially suffer from the COVID-19 pandemic. We worked quickly with Temple to expand use of our platform to remotely isolate potential COVID-19 patients, and provide them with care in their own homes, where they will not expose others to the virus."
COVID-19 has now spread to over 110 countries around the world, infecting more than 120,000 and killing more than 4,000. The World Health Organization ("WHO") recognizes that the severity of Coronavirus is linked to the age and health condition of patients and has recently declared it a pandemic. Patients of an advanced age (at least 60 years old) and diagnosed with a co-morbid disease are the most likely to experience a severe infection of Coronavirus. HGE Health's digital platform and technology-enabled services, called HGE Care, allows pulmonary and primary care physicians to remotely care for patients from anywhere in the nation, and help patients better understand and manage changes in their COPD symptoms. Thanks to a daily digital interaction with their healthcare team, patients are engaged in their own symptom management, and log their symptoms on the HGE Care platform over 80% - 90% of the time. Patients enjoy peace of mind that each day they experience a change from their typical COPD symptoms, their own physician/care team will provide same-day feedback, helping patients breathe easier, avoiding ER visits and hospital admissions, and enjoy an improved quality of life, all while reducing overall healthcare costs for patients and their health plan.
Editor's Note: HGE Health Care Solutions is the exclusive licensee to certain Temple University intellectual property.
Dr. Gerard Criner, Director of the Temple Lung Center, is the founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors of HGE Health Care Solutions.
Temple University, Dr. Criner and Dr. Marchetti hold minority equity positions in the company.
About HGE Health 
Headquartered in Fort Washington, PA, HGE Health harnesses its deep experience in chronic disease management and digital health in pulmonary disease, telemedicine and mobile health to develop a clinical services platform that delivers better care faster at a much lower cost for patients, physicians and payors. Built on clinical protocols developed and supported by 16 years of research, the company's technology has compiled the longest running and world's largest longitudinal data set of COPD symptoms, interventions and clinical management to help physicians provide care for a geographically and socio-economically diverse COPD and pulmonary patient population.
About Temple Health 
Temple University Health System (TUHS) is a $2.2 billion academic health system dedicated to providing access to quality patient care and supporting excellence in medical education and research. The Health System consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH); TUH-Episcopal Campus; TUH-Jeanes Campus; TUH-Northeastern Campus; The Hospital of Fox Chase Cancer Center and Affiliates, an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center; Temple Transport Team, a ground and air-ambulance company; Temple Physicians, Inc., a network of community-based specialty and primary-care physician practices; and Temple Faculty Practice Plan, Inc., TUHS's physician practice plan comprised of more than 500 full-time and part-time academic physicians in 20 clinical departments. TUHS is affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.
Temple Health refers to the health, education and research activities carried out by the affiliates of Temple University Health System (TUHS) and by the Katz School of Medicine. TUHS neither provides nor controls the provision of health care. All health care is provided by its member organizations or independent health care providers affiliated with TUHS member organizations. Each TUHS member organization is owned and operated pursuant to its governing documents.
It is the policy of Temple University Health System that there shall be no exclusion from, or participation in, and no one denied the benefits of, the delivery of quality medical care on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, disability, age, ancestry, color, national origin, physical ability, level of education, or source of payment.


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Let's Talk Interactive announces new COVID-19 Telehealth Response Platform as it continues to stay at the forefront of providing measures nationwide to ensure adequate control of the coronavirus.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Let's Talk Interactive, Inc., a leading provider of customizable telehealth solutions including a sophisticated HIPAA-compliant video conferencing platform, today announces the firm's new COVID-19 Telehealth Response Platform as it continues to stay at the forefront of providing measures nationwide to ensure adequate control of the coronavirus.
The firm's telemedicine solutions include the ability to push live bio-analytics, call triage, complete e-documents, medical care on-demand as well as a SecureVideo platform, which has proven effectiveness in supporting health systems during a prior Ebola outbreak. With the infiltration of COVID-19 throughout the U.S. and the subsequent rapid daily changes to societal operations, response scalability is of utmost importance to manage a public health crisis.
In response to COVID-19, Let's Talk Interactive's SecureVideo platform will manage high volumes of patients requiring screening, isolated in home environments, and in need of remote medical care. Using the Virtual Clinic features, organizations can create queues for different patient groups, such as patients requesting screening and patients that have tested positive and require monitoring. Queues can also be created for different categories of providers, such as screeners, nurses, and physicians. Patients can request consults on-demand with the different provider groups, or consultations can be scheduled as needed.
"High-volume patient management in isolated environments paired with remote medical care are optimized throughout our telehealth platform," explained Art Cooksey, Founder and CEO of Let's Talk Interactive. "This is essential in helping prevent the spread of the virus - especially among healthcare providers who are needed on the front lines."
Key components of the platform include: 

Screening and advice from a queue of logged-in nurses

Triage for physicians, translators and other professionals to be added to consultations on-demand

Home monitoring for patients in isolation in home environments; they can use their own devices (computers, phones, tablets)

Provider communication through secure chat features

Customized system to the unique requirements of each organization

Data management capabilities enable providers to export patient data and analytics; e-documents allow for creating patient forms

24-7 U.S.-based technical support

Let's Talk Interactive has been on the front lines of emergency health services since 2001. Most recently, the Telehealth Portals were made available to students within Florida's Panhandle, a region that is still devastated following 2018's Hurricane Michael and those impacted are some of the youngest in the state. As a result, 126 custom Telehealth Kiosks and iPad Portals were installed by the start of the school year within a record 42 day turnaround time. The effort, made available via insurance, Medicaid and Medicare and grants available through Big Bend Community Based Care (BBCBC), enables providers to offer counseling services through the Let's Talk Interactive online platform. Students within these six Florida counties are able to access psychiatric care through the Telehealth Portals during the school day.
"We are an experienced team, able to move mountains with our partners here in the U.S. to quickly adapt to any crisis that creates the need for remote support from medical professionals. We will continue to do our part by utilizing our technology to help combat the potential devastation of the COVID-19 outbreak," remarked Cooksey.
About Let's Talk Interactive, Inc.
Let's Talk Interactive, Inc. is a complete end-to-end Telehealth solutions provider, arming health professionals with cutting-edge Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) video conferencing software, kiosks and medical carts, network solutions, virtual clinics, and safe and secure online video conferencing capabilities while giving those in need instant access to care through its innovative technology platform. The company's telemedicine solutions enable providers to offer care at any time, from any location in the world and patients to directly connect to a licensed medical professional in real time.
For more information about Let's Talk Interactive and the latest news about its COVID-19 efforts, visithttp://www.letstalkinteractive.com, or email us at hello@letstalkinteractive.com.

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"High-volume patient management in isolated environments paired with remote medical care are optimized throughout our telehealth platform," explained Art Cooksey. "This is essential in helping prevent the spread of the virus - especially among healthcare providers who are needed on the front lines



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As more and more universities, schools, and colleges switch to virtual classes, shutdown campuses and increase the length of their spring break, parents and students are left panicking to find a home or a moving solution.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Ship Smart, a company specializing in small moves, has a unique moving solution for college students. Ship Smart has assisted students moving to and from colleges, dorms, universities and schools for over 20 years. Not only are items picked up fast, but if customers are unable to be present at the pick up location, Ship Smart is willing to pick up their belongings as long as they submit a written authorization and have a RA or friend willing to open the location and sign for the pick up.
Many schools across the nation were asked to move their classes online. Many students, from colleges and universities on spring break or going on spring break, were told not to return to their campus. Leaving students and parents shocked and wondering what to do with their belongings.
Ship Smart CEO John Kessler, is offering free two week's storage with every college move, a shipping discount and free expedited pick up in most areas. The promotion, doesn't have a set end date but will end once COVID-19 cases drop.
Ship Smart has over 300 locations nationwide and specializes in shipping furniture and boxes. They can dispatch a team fast to any dorm or apartment. They specialize in moving small amounts of goods long distances and internationally, making them ideal for moving student's home.
John Kessler said, "As colleges and universities across the country take precautions to slow down the spread of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), we want to help and inform parents and students that there are options for them. Our staff is ready and willing to help."
In addition to the discounted rate and free storage, students in an emergency can usually receive a pick up in as little as 24 hours. For more information or to get an estimate for your move call (866) 333-8018 or visit http://www.shipsmart.com.

As colleges and universities across the country take precautions to slow down the spread of the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), we want to help and inform parents and students that there are options for them. Our staff is ready and willing to help.



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The ISA Foundation, operated by Isagenix International, will start accepting its next round of grant applications on Monday. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits that can help the foundation provide healthy nutrition and support for underserved children, wellness education for all, and aid for those affected by natural disasters can apply online March 15-April 15.

GILBERT, ARIZ. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Organizations that can help the ISA Foundationprovide healthy nutrition and support for underserved children, wellness education for all, and aid for those affected by natural disasters are invited to apply for the foundation's latest round of grants.
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits can submit their applications online March 15-April 15. The foundation expects to notify recipients in June. Previous grants ranged from $2,500 to $100,000, with an average grant of $30,000.
"We look forward to hearing from nonprofits that share our deep commitment to helping children, adults, and families live healthier lives," said Isagenix Chief Legal Officer and ISA Foundation Board Member Justin Powell. "Together, we can provide the resources needed to make an enormous impact on communities around the world, building on the work already completed by the many organizations we've had the privilege to fund."
Since launching in 2018, the ISA Foundation, operated by global health and wellness company Isagenix International, has awarded grants totaling more than $2.5 million to 65 nonprofits. The foundation has also provided several volunteer opportunities to Isagenix independent distributors and employees, ranging from a service day at Central Park's community garden in Phoenix with grant recipient Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona to a service trip to Kenya with another grant recipient, Georgia-based SERV International.
The ISA Foundation represents the latest chapter in how Isagenix is embodying its core value of contribution. Since 2002, the company and foundation have contributed over $33 million in product and cash donations around the world.
To learn more about the ISA Foundation, visit ISAFoundation.net; follow the foundation on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram; or email ISAFoundation@IsagenixCorp.com.
To learn more about Isagenix, visit the Newsroom, like the company on Facebook, and follow it on Twitter and Instagram.
About the ISA Foundation 
Established in 2018, the ISA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to create sustainable impact globally through volunteer efforts and charitable contributions focused on healthy nutrition and support for underserved children, wellness education for all, and aid for those affected by natural disasters. Isagenix International covers all administrative costs of the foundation so 100% of donations can benefit those in need. For more information, visit ISAFoundation.net.
About Isagenix International 
Established in 2002, Isagenix provides systems for weight loss, performance, vitality and well-being, personal care and beauty, and financial wellness. With more than 400,000 customers worldwide and more than 100 products, packs, and systems globally, the company is committed to supporting healthy change in its customers' and independent distributors' lives. Isagenix shares its products and solutions through a network of independent distributors in 14 markets: the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, and South Korea. Isagenix is a privately owned company with headquarters in Gilbert, Arizona. For more information, visit Isagenix.com. 

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We look forward to hearing from nonprofits that share our deep commitment to helping children, adults, and families live healthier lives. Together, we can provide the resources needed to make an enormous impact on communities around the world. - Justin Powell



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SALT LAKE CITY (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Nightingale College continues to monitor the changing conditions related to COVID-19 throughout the United States. To promote the safety, health, and general well-being of our learners and the communities we serve, Nightingale College will stop all on-ground experiential learning activities and, as of Monday, March 16, 2020, will shift to online synchronous simulation for the remainder of the Spring semester. Leaners should monitor their email account for further communications about experiential learning activities.
All individual learner preceptorships will continue as scheduled, subject to the respective facilities' COVID-19 policies. In these extraordinary circumstances, we appreciate everyone's understanding and flexibility. The College will provide updates and more specific announcements as they become available.

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To promote the safety, health, and general wellbeing of our learners and the communities we serve, Nightingale College will stop all on-ground experiential learning activities and, as of Monday, March 16, 2020, will shift to online synchronous simulation for the remainder of the Spring semester



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ABA Business Growth, an elite recruiting, training and consulting firm serving ABA organizations world-wide, has launched an online training program to help meet most of the new Pennsylvania mandated training requirements for helping professionals providing intensive behavioral health services for children, adults and their families.

MENLO PARK, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (PA DHS) recently issued new training standards that require helping professionals to meet a baseline of new educational regulations and standards.
ABA Business Growth, a world-wide leader in training development, recruiting and consulting services for ABA organizations, has developed web-based training programs to help support ABA organizations in Pennsylvania meet the necessary new standards so there are no gaps in service delivery. The organization has new information pertaining to the requirements, which are listed int he following section.
PROVIDING CLARITY ON THE TRAINING REQUIRED
Many ABA organizations are seeking to better understand whether or not their teams are required to take additional trainings in order to meet the new regulations. Below are a few key points from The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services concerning the guidelines. 

As a PA practitioner, you may be required to complete an initial 30-hour training, under PA DHS regulations 5240.73 & 5240.83. We recommend you check with your employer and/or OMHSAS Children's Bureau-DHS at RA-PWIBHS@pa.gov to clarify your organization training needs.

An individual who is certified as an RBT and/or BCBA may count the hours of training required to maintain certification towards the new training requirements.

You ARE NOT required to re-take any of the initial training requirements if you are currently providing Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services (BHRS).

If you are a Behavioral Health Tech (BHT) and have not previously provided BHT or TSS services, you are required to complete at least 30 hours of Department-approved training prior to providing services independently. (ABA Business Growth trainings are ACE approved)

TRAINING PACKAGE OVERVIEW
ABA Business Growth has developed several web-based training programs to help organizations across Pennsylvania meet the new training requirements. They are as follows:

        A 30-hour Training Package for Clinical Directors and Behavior Analysts with NO experience (non BCBA)

        A 20-hour Training Package for Clinical Directors and Behavior Analysts with experience (non BCBA)

        A 30-Hour Training Package for BHTs and Behavior Techs

Learn more about the training offerings at http://www.aba-businessgrowth.com/pa-training



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SCHAUMBURG, ILL. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Chicago Cloud Group, powered by SMG3, has concluded a week of live streams from inside their offices in Schaumburg, IL. The Salesforce experts pivoted to a virtual booth experience after the global health conference and exhibition was cancelled last week due to the concern for COVID19.
HIMSS has continually proved itself as the industry-leading conference, bringing together nearly 45,000 health information and technology professionals, clinicians, executives and market suppliers from around the world. Chicago Cloud Group was determined to keep the conversation going by providing an educational forum for would-be attendees.
The newly certified Salesforce partners scheduled the live streams from March 10-12. Transpiring at various times over the course of the three-day event, Chicago Cloud Group wanted to give everyone a chance to tune in.
Leslie Campbell, VP of CRM Solutions & Training VP of Chicago Cloud Group, and Jennifer Rutledge, Senior Project Manager, spoke on the various services offered by the Salesforce consulting firm including implementation, training, data migration, and more.
"We had incredible live streams and I want to personally thank everyone who watched and participated in the Q&A segments with Chicago Cloud Group. We dove into all things Salesforce and SMG3", said President and CEO of SMG3, Nancy Gorski. "Our objective was to showcase the solutions we provide and the benefits of using Salesforce while delivering it in a way that's safe for all viewers and exhibitors."
Sign up on the Chicago Cloud Group website to gain access to the live stream: chicagocloudgroup.com/himss-2020-virtual-booth/
About Chicago Cloud Group 
Chicago Cloud Group, powered by SMG3, is a Salesforce consulting, implementation, and training company based out of Chicago, IL. With over 20 years of experience, we help businesses get the most out of their CRM investment. We offer a wide range of services including training, implementation, performance analysis, adoption improvement, data migration, and starter kits. Each one of our comprehensive solutions is tailor-made to fit the needs of our clients. Flexibility is what sets us apart, with certified team members ready to jump in at any stage of your implementation process. Learn more about us at: https://chicagocloudgroup.com/ 

Our objective was to showcase the solutions we provide and the benefits of using Salesforce while delivering it in a way that's safe for all viewers and exhibitors.



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Proactive cleaning and sanitizing is taking place at Sherwood Ford ahead of Coronavirus.

SHERWOOD PARK, ALBERTA (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Sherwood Ford, a Ford dealership located near Edmonton, is taking proactive measurements against the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The dealership is taking extra precautions by cleaning and sanitizing its facilities as well as by answering common questions about the virus to help guests stay well informed.
Guests who would like to view questions and answers from the dealership on Coronavirus can do so on the dealership's website, sherwoodford.ca. The page is linked under the "About Us" menu at the top of the website. Once there, guests can view information on how to protect themselves from the virus, along with frequently asked questions regarding the dealership during this time and other helpful resources for more public health information.
In response to the spread of Coronavirus, Sherwood Ford is stepping up its daily cleaning throughout all of the dealership's facilities. The entire dealership is cleaned daily with approved cleaning products such as disinfectants and all-purpose cleaners. Disinfectant wipes and spray have also been added to the cleaning regimen to further sanitize all surfaces.
For guests who would like to also do their part to be proactive about the spread of the virus, Sherwood Ford recommends following preventative measures like washing hands often with soap and water for at least twenty seconds and avoiding touching eyes and other parts of the face. While guests are still welcome at the dealership, it is advised to stay home if you are displaying any symptoms or have come into contact with the disease.
Sherwood Ford continues to monitor the situation closely. More information can be found with Health Canada.



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HGE Health modifies its clinically-validated remote symptom management platform for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) to remotely monitory patients for exposure to and symptoms of COVID-19

FORT WASHINGTON, PA. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
HGE Health, an industry leader in remote respiratory symptom management, has modified its digital platform for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) to remotely monitor patients' exposure to and symptoms of COVID-19. The adapted platform offers an easy-to-use graphical interface that guides users through a questionnaire prepared in accordance with the Center for Disease Control ("CDC") guidelines. Patients track their level of exposure to the virus, common and other symptoms being experienced, and other risk factors on a daily basis. Patients' daily risk factors are totaled to help support triage by health care providers. HGE Health is rapidly scaling and deploying the newly adapted platform, HGE COVID Care, offering inundated health systems, hospitals, and employers nationally a vital tool to address the overwhelming number of patients requiring care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hospitals and health systems can reduce the influx of patients presenting in person with mild to moderate symptoms of COVID-19 who could safely be quarantined and monitored at home, ensuring scarce resources are available for patients with severe symptoms that require immediate medical attention.
The CDC is recommending all members of the general population practice "social distancing "to slow the spread of the virus among the population and prevent the health system from being overloaded. By tracking daily risk factors such as symptoms and exposure using HGE COVID Care, patients with known or unknown exposure to COVID-19 can safely distance themselves and quarantine if necessary. Even patients who develop mild symptoms can stay in contact with health care providers to ensure they can safely be monitored and quarantined from home and avoid exposing others or adding unnecessary strain on the health care system.
"There is no way to remotely cure, treat, or diagnose COVID-19," explained Michael J. Markus, PhD, CEO of HGE Health. "The objective here is to promote remote patient monitoring of risk factors identified by the CDC, such as exposure to infected individuals, common symptoms like fever, cough, and shortness of breath, and other symptoms, and to help slow and sustain a level of infection that can adequately be addressed by the health care system's existing capacity."
COVID-19 has now spread to over 110 countries around the world, infecting more than 120,000 and killing more than 4,000. The World Health Organization ("WHO") recognizes that the severity of Coronavirus is linked to the age and health condition of patients. Patients of an advanced age (at least 60 years old) and diagnosed with a co-morbid disease are the most likely to experience a severe infection of Coronavirus, which requires special treatment of patients such as those enrolled in HGE Health's platform who suffer from a respiratory condition. The WHO's clinical management recommendation states that oxygen therapy is the major treatment intervention for patients with a severe Coronavirus infection, as patients with an acute respiratory infection are at significant risk of critical illness. Mortality in those with critical illness has been reported as over 50%, according to the WHO, thus implementation of proven critical care interventions such as lung protective ventilation should be optimized.
About HGE Health 
Headquartered in Fort Washington, PA, HGE Health harnesses its deep experience in chronic disease management and digital health in pulmonary disease, telemedicine and mobile health to develop a clinical services platform that delivers better care faster at a much lower cost for patients, physicians and payors. Built on clinical protocols developed and supported by 16 years of research, the company's technology has compiled the longest running and world's largest longitudinal data set of COPD symptoms, interventions and clinical management to help physicians provide care for a geographically and socio-economically diverse COPD and pulmonary patient population.

"There's no way to remotely treat or diagnose COVID-19. The objective is to use remote patient monitoring of CDC identified risk factors to slow infection rates to levels that can be adequately addressed by the health care system's current capacity" explained Michael Markus, PhD, CEO of HGE Health



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Cancer Support Community Central NJ (CSCCNJ) is creating a model for dealing with emergencies that participants feel may or may not be bigger than the cancer diagnosis on their family.

BEDMINSTER, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
In the midst of a media firestorm where seemingly every story is centered on COVID-19, there are thousands of individuals and families coping with a cancer diagnosis. Cancer Support Community Central NJ (CSCCNJ) is creating a model for dealing with emergencies that participants feel may or may not be bigger than the cancer diagnosis on their family.
The CSCCNJ social workers and allied health professionals provide vital psychosocial support and services to people who never expected that they or a loved one would be facing a life threatening health crisis. The cancer diagnosis is the primary stressor in their lives. In an effort to get ahead of the COVID-19 emergency, it is important to check in with the community to ensure that they feel supported and informed. To understand the needs of participants, CSCCNJ sent out a survey asking questions such as: how concerned are you about COVID-19? what would make you change your mind about coming to our programs? and would you be interested in participating in virtual programs? The results of this survey were impactful, with over half of respondents stating that they are waiting to see how the situation unfolds. One participant in particular said, "Gathering together at CSCCNJ falls into necessary trips for me."
"This solidifies that even in emergency situations like COVID-19, cancer is the primary stressor in their lives," says Amy Sutton, CEO of CSCCNJ. "While there may be a lot going on in the community and reported through the media, our participants are still worried about their cancer diagnosis and the stressors that come along with it. It's our job to support our participants through the various programs and services we offer."
The Institute of Medicine has said psychosocial support is crucial in the delivery of quality cancer care. Distress caused by cancer, and the inability to connect with support and resources, causes disruptions at work and home. Working family members may need to become caregivers, impacting their income and potentially their entire workplace, and putting a family—and their colleagues' families—further at risk. With this in mind, communities must plan ahead and prepare themselves before, during, or after a disaster. Thoughtful and enlightened planning makes a tremendous difference in readiness.
The organization also shared tips recommended by the CDC and other reputable sources for preparedness. Sutton says, "As a mental health resource in the community, it is important for our organization to inform our participants as well as check in with their stressors to determine what the best course of action is for them and the organization."
"My experience tells me there is hope, if we are prepared and walk through life with one eye on the risks, so that the other eye can be open to live life fully. For now, however, the time is to focus all of our resources on joining together and doing what's necessary to ensure we all come through the COVID-19 situation with resilience and better preparation for future crises," Sutton concludes.
To learn more about preparedness during a cancer diagnosis in the face of COVID-19, visit http://www.cancersupportcnj.org/covid.
About Cancer Support Community Central New Jersey: 
Cancer Support Community Central New Jersey (CSCCNJ) is a registered 501c(3) and an independently licensed affiliate of Cancer Support Community, an international nonprofit organization. As experts in oncology mental health, the organization provides support, education, and hope to all people with cancer and their loved ones, So That No One Faces Cancer Alone. Backed by evidence that the best cancer care includes social and emotional support, CSCCNJ creates a caring community to help individuals live with, through, and beyond cancer. At no cost to patients, family members and caregivers, the organization delivers essential programs and services including individual and group support; educational workshops; hands-on nutrition and healthy cooking education; classes to enhance health and wellness; and social activities for the entire family. For more information please visit their website at cancersupportcnj.org or call (908) 658-5400.

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"While there may be a lot going on in the community and reported through the media, our participants are still worried about their cancer diagnosis and the stressors that come along with it. It's our job to support our participants through the various programs and services we offer."



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FAIRFAX, VA. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
The Stevie Awards, organizer of The American Business Awards, announced today that the final entry deadline for the 18th annual ABA competition has been extended to April 14. No additional late fees will be charged. Entries submitted through April 14 will not be penalized in any way in the judging process.
"We've received so many requests for individual deadline extensions that we've decided to extend the deadline for everyone," said Stevie Awards president Michael Gallagher. The original final deadline was March 11.
The American Business Awards are widely considered to be the premier business awards program in the U.S.A. All organizations operating in the U.S.A. are eligible to submit nominations— public and private, for-profit and non-profit, large, and small. The 2020 awards will honor achievements since the beginning of 2019. Entry details are available at http://www.stevieawards.com/ABA.
The American Business Awards recognize achievement in every facet of the workplace. Categories include: 

Entrepreneur Awards

Management Awards

Company of the Year Awards

Customer Service Awards

Human Resources Awards

Information Technology Awards

Marketing Awards

New Product Awards

Public Relations Awards

Website Awards, Smartphone and Tablet Apps, and other Media Awards

...and more

The new Achievement categories recognize singular achievements of various types of entire organizations (for-profit or non-profit, large medium or small, public or private) in nine categories. Among the category groups that feature one or more new categories are Information Technology, New Product & Service, Mobile Website & App, Publication, and Video.
More than 200 executives on 13 juries have already begun the process of rating nominations to determine the Gold, Silver, and Bronze Stevie Award winners.
Stevie winners will be announced on April 30, and the awards will be presented at a gala banquet on June 12 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. Attendance is not required to win.
The list of past Stevie Award winners in The American Business Awards reads like a who's who of innovation and business success in the U.S.A. Explore the list of last year's winners.
About the Stevie Awards 
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards, The International Business Awards, the Middle East Stevie Awards, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 nominations each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.stevieawards.com.
Sponsors and supporters of the 14th annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service include HCL Technologies, Sales Partnerships, Inc. and ValueSelling Associates, Inc.

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It's not too late to enter The 2020 American Business Awards. The final deadline has been extended through April 14.

The American Business Awards are widely considered to be the premier business awards program in the U.S.A. All organizations operating in the U.S.A. are eligible to submit nominations— public and private, for-profit and non-profit, large, and small.



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Service Dogs by SDWR, the leader in service dogs for Autism, PTSD, Diabetes, and Seizure Response, is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications for grant opportunities for Autism Service Dogs. The grant program is for individuals in North America diagnosed with either Autism Spectrum Disorder or Aspergers.

MADISON, VA. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
In recognition of April being Autism Awareness Month Service Dogs by SDWR will be sponsoring a Grant Program for Autism Service Dogs. SDWR is the leader in providing access, training, and grant opportunities for Autism, PTSD, Diabetes, and Seizure Response service dogs. The grant program is for individuals in North America diagnosed with either Autism Spectrum Disorder or Aspergers.
The grant program helps provide recipients with funds needed to secure and train an Autism Service Dog. "Our grant program is just one way that we give back," said Dan Warren, Founder and President of Service Dogs by SDWR. "Until we find cures for these invisible diseases, we can bring hope and comfort to those who are afflicted. This grant opportunity is just one way to help," he added.
SDWR will be offering the following grant opportunities:
1 ea $25,000 Grant
2 ea $12,500 Grant
2 ea $10,000 Grant
4 ea $ 7,500 Grant
Visit the Service Dogs by SDWR website to submit a grant application here: https://www.sdwr.org/autism-service-dog-grant/
Electronic Applications must be received during March 1st-March 23, 2020 at 12:00 pm Eastern Time and Paper Applications must be postmarked by March 23, 2020. Any applications received after the above deadlines will not be considered. All applications (as defined below) are subject to the rules and regulations below. We will announce our recipient winners by April 2, 2020 which is World Autism Awareness Day.
More About Service Dogs by SDWR: Service Dogs by SDWR, Inc. helps families find local resources to help offset the costs associated with the purchase and training of a service dog. In addition, Service Dogs by SDWR, Inc. will host fundraising and community programs to help spread awareness and grow our programs, thereby reaching more families and providing increased access to our services. For more information, please visit https://www.sdwr.org.
For more information about World Autism Awareness Month, please visit https://www.autismspeaks.org/world-autism-month.

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Until we find cures for these invisible diseases, we can bring hope and comfort to those who are afflicted. This grant opportunity is just one way to help



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Refractive adjustment after cataract surgery is now possible with this new light-adjustable lens technology.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
With locations in Staten Island, NY and East Brunswick, NJ, Kung Eye Center is the very first practice in both states to offer the Light-Adjustable Lens (LAL) by RxSight to cataract patients.
The Light Adjustable Lens is the first intraocular lens (IOL) that allows surgeons to make adjustments following cataract surgery, and it is the first FDA-approved IOL of this nature. The LAL is a three-piece silicone lens that is implanted just like a monofocal lens implant, except the LAL is made with a special photoreactive silicone, permitting surgeons to adjust a patient's prescription after implantation by using a specialized Ultra-Violet (UV) light or Light Delivery Device (LDD).
This technology is ideal for patients undergoing cataract surgery that had previous vision correction surgery such as LASIK, PRK or RK. It is also ideal for patients that have corneal abnormalities and for patients seeking monovision or a more precise visual outcome following their cataract procedure.
In an FDA study which included 600 patients, those who received the LAL lens were twice as likely to achieve 20/20 vision without glasses, compared to those who received a standard monofocal lens.
Cataracts occur when the eye's natural lens becomes clouded and rigid, blurring and darkening the vision. The only treatment option for cataracts is to remove the clouded lens and replace it with an artificial lens implant. While cataracts are one of the leading causes of blindness, the removal of cataracts is one of the safest and most common surgical procedures around in the world. The Light Adjustable Lens technology in cataract surgery helps improve visual outcomes by allowing surgeons to fine-tune and completely customize the patient's refractive outcome after the cataract is removed and the LAL lens is implanted.
"We're very excited to be chosen as the first practice in New York or New Jersey to offer this exciting technology to our cataract patients," said John S. Kung, MD- Medical Director at Kung Eye Center.
Dr. Robert Grubbs of California Institute won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2005 for his theory of olefin metathesis, which is used in LAL technology.
Typically patients will return to their eye doctor to be prescribed reading glasses in order to see clearer following cataract surgery. But with this new technology, ophthalmologists are able to take the post-operative measurements and then utilize a special slit lamp equipped with a UV light. This causes the LAL to change shape in response to the light, improving vision more precisely to the patient's needs. In just two to four treatments that only last 90 seconds, most patients are able to see very well at their preferred visual settings. For patients that choose monovision, most of these patients can reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or distance, intermediate and even up close vision.
Kung Eye Center will be performing its first LAL case on March 14th . The patient will wear special UV blocking glasses after the procedure. After a few weeks the patient will be adjusted using the Light Delivery Device (LDD) to the patient's preferred prescription. The patient can have up to 3-4 adjustments before Dr. Kung locks in the final patient prescription.
About Kung Eye Center
Led by John Kung, MD, the Medical Director of Kung Eye Center, Kung Eye Center has played a key role in the development of ophthalmic surgeries such as LASIK and Laser Cataract Surgery. Dr. Kung has invented instruments used widely in the field, and authored "A Patient's Guide to LASIK," a resource that explains the complex procedure, as well as its benefits and risks, into easy-to- understand terms. He has published studies on the safety of vision correction surgery, and served as a consultant to the Canadian military. Fellow ophthalmologists often observe Dr. Kung at work in the operating room to learn new techniques and study new equipment in action. Dr Kung is an invited faculty member teaching new cataracts surgery techniques at the largest cataract only surgical meeting in the United States as well as an advanced phaco wet lab instructor at American Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

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We're very excited to be chosen as the first practice in New York or New Jersey to offer this exciting technology to our cataract patients



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Cryo-Cell International, Inc., the world's first private use cord blood bank, announced today the results of specimen testing completed on samples stored from 1996, and determined stability of 23+ years with CD34 viability of 92% or greater.

OLDSMAR, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Cryo-Cell International's announcement is concurrent with the most recent research regarding the lifespan of stored cord blood performed by Dr. Hal Boxmeyer and colleagues, which determined sample viability of 23.5 years and suggested possible, indefinite length of storage time for cryogenically preserved cells under proper conditions. Cryo-Cell International marks the first family cord blood bank to release results concerning specimen viability for this length of time.
Since cord blood banking has only been in existence for 30 years, these findings indicate that specimen longevity nearly spans the lifetime of the industry. Research points to the idea that other cryogenically preserved cells remain undiminished by time, as long as cells are preserved at optimal storage temperature, where cellular activity is known to halt. Cryo-Cell International, Inc., stands as the only private use cord blood bank in the U.S. to receive the Foundation for the Accreditation for Cellular Therapy (FACT) accreditation, which addresses all quality aspects of cord blood collection, processing, testing, banking, selection and release of specimens.
Todd Schuesler, Director of Cryo-Cell International's laboratory and cryopreservation facility, noted, "Cryo-Cell is accredited by FACT, AABB, and ISO13485, making us one of the most accredited cord blood banks in the U.S. These accreditations are only awarded to organizations with exceptional quality systems and acute commitment to customer care. It's our employees who make the difference; for many, it is personal, based on previous or current experiences with diseases that can or will potentially be treated with stem cells." Having access to cord blood and cord tissue for the treatment of diseases developed much later in life will prove to be invaluable as evolving research continues to reveal potential uses.
"These are simply amazing results that validates our belief that, if properly processed and maintained at the proper temperature, cryogenically preserved cord blood stem cells can provide regenerative benefits for at least the baby's lifetime and likely for generations thereafter," said David Portnoy, Cryo-Cell International's Chairman and Co-CEO. Currently, cord blood stem cells have been FDA-approved for standard treatment in nearly 80 diseases. Numerous clinical trials are underway to explore the use of umbilical stem cells in the treatment of various degenerative conditions, including autism and cerebral palsy.
About Cryo-Cell International, Inc.
Founded in 1989, Cryo-Cell International, Inc. is the world's first private cord blood bank. More than 500,000 parents from 87 countries trust Cryo-Cell to preserve their family members' stem cells. Cryo-Cell's mission is to provide clients with state-of-the-art stem cell cryopreservation services and support the advancement of regenerative medicine. Cryo-Cell operates in a facility that is FDA registered, cGMP-/cGTP-compliant, and is licensed in all states requiring licensure. Besides being AABB accredited as a cord blood facility, Cryo-Cell is also the first U.S. (for private use only) cord blood bank to receive FACT accreditation for adhering to the most stringent cord blood quality standards set by any internationally recognized, independent accrediting organization. In addition, Cryo-Cell is ISO 9001:2008 certified by BSI, an internationally recognized, quality assessment organization. Cryo-Cell is a publicly-traded company, OTCQB:CCEL. For more information, please visit http://www.cryo-cell.com. For a complete list of references, visit http://www.cryo-cell.com/references.
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Special Learning, Inc., the leading global provider of comprehensive digital autism and special needs solutions including training, educational materials and virtual consulting, today announced their launch of a LIVE broadcast and interactive webinar which addresses how-to have Speech Language Pathologists and Board Certified Behavior Analysts collaborate ethically to support Autism clients in reaching their highest independent potential.

MENLO PARK, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Special Learning, Inc announced today the release of their new and advanced Live Webinar broadcast, SLP & BCBA Ethics Code Webinar Series. Special Learning, Inc, is a Continuing Education (CE) provider for the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), American Psychological Association (APA), and Quality Applied Behavior Analysis (QABA) and is known for their thought-leadership events on the topics of Ethics, Supervision, Autism, ADHD, and Multi-disciplinary collaboration. "This series, is the first-ever of its kind, whereby the dually-credentialled expert panelist, Tamara Kasper, CCC-SLP, BCBA with Subject Matter Experts (SME) will lead the way to uncovering how-to ethically and effectively collaborate with Speech Language Pathologists and Board Certified Behavior Analysts while practicing within each providers Scope of Practice through a case scenario that providers encounter in the clinic, home, and school-setting," said CEO and Founder, Karen Chung.
CHANGES TO THE AMERICAN SPEECH-LANGUAGE-HEARING ASSOCIATION (ASHA)
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) recently announced that their certificants will soon be required to have Ethics Continuing Education credits as part to maintain their credential. Previously, ASHA licensed professionals did not require additional continuing education credits that incorporated the ASHA Code of Ethics.
As the field continues to expand, the inclusion of Ethics as a mandated criterion for continuing education has been well needed as new situations arise in practice. The Behavior Analysts Certification Board (BACB) has already implemented this practice and requires its certificants to obtain a minimum of 4 hours of Ethics related continuing education bi-annually to maintain their certification. In doing so, Behavior Analysts have consistently had to find new and fresh content that pushes Behavior Analyst practitioners to focus on treatment integrity but staying within the confines of their ethical code.
With the new requirements set-forth by ASHA, Special Learning, Inc., is working towards providing the most relevant Ethics related issues seen in both the field of Speech-Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis by bridging the gap of each disciplines code of ethics and using a case-scenario to outline the framework to an ethical collaboration to support the clients of said services.
For more information about the CE offerings, visit the Special Learning website at https://www.special-learning.com

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"This series, is the first-ever of its kind, whereby the dually-credentialled expert panelist, Tamara Kasper, CCC-SLP, BCBA . . . will lead the way to uncovering how-to ethically and effectively collaborate with Speech Language Pathologists and Board Certified Behavior Analysts..." CEO, Karen Chung.



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Special Learning, Inc., the leading global provider of comprehensive digital autism and special needs solutions including training, educational materials and virtual consulting, launched their long-time awaited Supervision Milestone Task Analysis Assessment and Monitoring Tool to support Supervisors who are preparing the next generation of Behavior Analysts to enter the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

MENLO PARK, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Special Learning, Inc has quietly released their new supervision tool to support Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) Supervisors to systematically streamline Supervision for upcoming Behavior Analyst Students. Prior to this tool, supervision is ad-hoc at best. The tool is directly related to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) 4th Edition Task List which established the minimum requirements to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. The Supervision Milestone Task Analysis Assessment and Monitoring Tool has been in development for nearly 4 years with input from multiple experts in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and expounds on the minimum requirements a supervisee must possess to be a competent behavior analyst.
THE GROWTH OF THE FIELD OF APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS
The single greatest constraint to the growth and availability of ABA service is the limited number of Board Certified and Licensed Behavior Analysts in the U.S.
Since the creation of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) in 1998, the number of Board Certified Behavior Analysts has reached over 40,000. The growth of this profession has been unprecedented in the world of healthcare. When a field is comprised of over 53% of practitioners with less than 5 years of experience, relatively speaking, this profession is even younger than one would assume at face value. As of April 2019, there were nearly 40,000 BCBAs in the world. In 2010, there were 8,500 BCBAs. In 2015, there were 22,000 BCBAs. Soon, we will begin to see the pioneering minds in the field disappear; who's left to fill in the gaps is yet to be defined.
The consequences and implications of this explosive growth is profound! Insatiable market demand for BCBAs has left very little time available for new BCBAs to hone their craft by being the beneficiary of extensive training, supervision and mentoring programs available to those who joined the field when demand was more in line with supply – at least in terms of availability of funds to pay for costly ABA services.
Today, we are experiencing the opposite problem. Demand and funds available to pay for ABA services has completely outstripped the supply of BCBAs. This is leading to potential supervisors with no available time to dedicate to supervision, much less the quality of supervision.
Supervision has always been at the core of the BCBA credential. In addition to the educational degrees and relevant course sequence, supervised fieldwork has been one of the primary – some would say the most important – aspects of developing the skills and knowledge of prospective BCBAs to minimal levels of competency.
HOW THE SUPERVISION TASK ANALYSIS MILESTONE ASSESSMENT MONITORING TOOL FILLS THE NEED FOR THE GROWTH OF THE FIELD
This tool was designed for supervisors to guide supervisees in meeting mastery criteria to become an effective, ethical and competent Behavior Analyst, as is similar with other curriculum-based assessment tools. This project was in development for 4 years with input from many BCBAs across the world.
The Supervision Milestone Task Analysis Assessment & Monitoring Tool task analyzes (sub-domain) the BACB Fourth Edition Task List (Task List) and Professional & Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts (PECC) by each Task List Item and creates an automated scoring across each sub-domain. In doing so, the Supervisor can analyze the progress of each of their supervisees with ease. This tool serves 5 functions:
1. Facilitates initial assessment of Supervisee on current skills and level of mastery across Task List items and sub-domains 
2. Allows ongoing assessment and monitoring of skill deficits 
3. Calculates scoring automatically to assist Supervisor to focus on individualized skill development 
4. Provides suggested homework and practical examples for a Supervisee to complete 
5. Secures and stores completed detailed records of each Supervisee in one-place (i.e. restricted vs unrestricted and assessment method used as outlined by the Task List)
Most supervisors continue to practice ABA in the field and carry a full client case load, all the while monitoring and shaping the next generation of ethical and competent behavior analysts. This presents some obvious challenges. By using the Supervision Milestone Task Analysis Assessment and Monitoring Tool, hours spent in planning and preparing for supervision sessions will decrease. This, in turn, will increase the supervisor's capacity and efficiency in shaping new professionals to carry out and disseminate the science of ABA. Karen Chung, Founder and CEO stated, "Remember, YOU are the key to the future field of behavior analysis. Your charge as a supervisor is to perpetuate the tradition, dedication and exceptionalism of our foundations to make a socially significant impact on your supervisees, their clients and our global society."
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SMG3Rx presents virtual booth experience in lieu of Orlando-based trade show.

SCHAUMBURG, ILL. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
SMG3Rx, a clinical mobility platform powered by Strategic Mobility Group (SMG3), concluded a week of live streams from inside their headquarters in Schaumburg, IL. The healthcare mobility experts pivoted to a virtual booth experience after the global health conference and exhibition was canceled last week due to concern for COVID-19.
HIMSS has continually proved itself as the industry-leading conference, bringing together nearly 45,000 health information and technology professionals, clinicians, executives and market suppliers from around the world. SMG3Rx was determined to keep the conversation going by providing an educational forum for would-be attendees.
The live streams were scheduled from March 10-12, occurring at various times of the day to ensure everyone had the chance to tune in.
Eric Holmes, Vice President of Sales, presented on a wide range of topics from Android deployment strategy to SMG3Rx's Mobile Managed Services (MMS). Later, Ryan Austin, an account manager for the company, went over Unified Communications, Life Cycle Management, Voice Over IP Communications, and more. During the demonstrations, Holmes and Austin gave an inside look at the leading hardware in healthcare and how Android powered devices are the best choice for operating any hospital successfully.
Holmes stated, "We believe our industry is at a turning point with the emergence of new technologies and modernized solutions. SMG3Rx is determined to continue our leading support for deploying and managing Android in the Enterprise."
SMG3Rx is still offering access to the live stream when you sign up on their website. To watch the three-day event visit: smg3rx.com/himss-2020-virtual-booth/
About SMG3Rx 
Strategic Mobility Group (SMG3) offers a Clinical Mobility Platform, SMG3RX, to solve communication workflow challenges through state-of-the-art software and mobile technology. Our team of knowledgeable experts is dedicated to providing innovative and cost-effective solutions for nurses and doctors to increase operational efficiency in hospitals. We want to streamline the systematic complexity of healthcare communications through the integration of mobile technology devices and software upgrades, coupled with a complete professional services package. Learn more about SMG3Rx at http://www.smg3rx.com.
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Scar Struck: The Latest on Banishing Keloids.

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
The patient had been battling the scar since his twenties: there were cycles of surgery, steroid injections, chemotherapy, lasers and pressure clips. Now, at forty-three, he was desperate: the bubble of shiny red skin below his ear was bigger than ever – and still growing, seemingly impervious to repeated treatments. "Keloid scars can be devastatingly persistent," notes Dr. Fran Cook-Bolden, dermatologist with Advanced Dermatology PC. "It's vital to work with a specialist who is aware of the latest research and treatment options."
With normal scarring, the skin's repair processes come to an end once the new surface is complete. With keloids, however, the off switch is missing: scar tissue bubbles up and over the confines of the wound, expanding to form pink, red or purple extrusions of shiny tissue, sometimes hard and rubbery, sometimes soft and doughy.
Dr. Cook-Bolden, notes that these abnormal scars are unpredictable: "A keloid may be smaller than an inch or grow as big as a football. They may begin immediately after skin trauma – or not until months later. Once started, they can continue to grow for years."
Research continues on the reasons and mechanisms behind keloid scars, which affect about ten percent of the population. Genetics plays a role. Those with darker skin, including African Americans, Hispanics and Asians are more susceptible to the condition, which runs in families; more than fifty percent who experience keloids have a family member who is also affected. And, in particular, keloids develop during one's teens and twenties, leading researchers to suspect that hormones also play a role.
"The particular challenge with keloids," explains Dr. Cook-Bolden, "is that, in some cases, treatments to reduce the scar are only temporary – and may have the opposite effect, involving skin trauma that provokes additional scarring."
"Fortunately, however," he continues, "we are seeing new techniques that offer the possibility of ending the keloid regrowth cycle."
For the forty-three year old patient who had contended with fifteen years of treatment failures, relief finally came when his doctors employed a new form of cryotherapy – using a specialized needle to pierce and freeze the aggressive scar from within, killing the problem cells and altering the tissue composition to inhibit regrowth.
"Intralesional cryotherapy," observes Dr. Cook-Bolden, "is a good example of a recent newcomer that adds to our arsenal against keloid scars."
To help patients understand more recent treatments and other considerations, Dr. Cook-Bolden makes the following suggestions:
5 Tips to Say Goodbye to Keloid Scars
1. Act fast: "Don't 'wait and see'," emphasizes Dr. Cook-Bolden. "Younger, smaller scars are more treatable with a wider range of modalities."
2. Double up: "In many cases," explains Dr. Cook-Bolden, "a single approach – monotherapy – is not enough to prevent regrowth. For example, the often-employed steroid injections are more effective when paired with cryotherapy."
3. "Frozen II" – The sequel is improved: "The traditional approach," Dr. Cook-Bolden observes, "has been contact cryotherapy: freezing the outside of the scar. But, especially for larger scars, this didn't penetrate to interior cells. We use the CryoShape needle to freeze the entire scar from the inside – and protect the healthy epidermis."
4. Listen up! There's a radiation news flash: "As with cryotherapy," notes Dr. Cook-Bolden, "we also have newer approaches with superficial radiation therapy. The SRT-100 targets the overgrowth scar cells while protecting deeper cells. It's especially effective when used within twenty-four hours of surgical scar removal – which does not prevent reoccurrence when used on its own."
5. Take action to prevent keloids: "The American Academy of Dermatology's web site provides steps on dressing wounds to avoid keloids," says Dr Cook-Bolden. "Those at risk may want to consider life-style choices, such as piercings or tattoos. Piercings should be carefully monitored for skin thickening – with immediate action taken. If you're thinking about a tattoo, do a sample skin check first."
"The advances we're seeing in treating keloids," concludes Dr. Cook-Bolden, "offer patients relief without having to go through years of frustration."
Fran Cook-Bolden, M.D., F.A.A.D., is board-certified in dermatology.
Advanced Dermatology P.C. and the Center for Laser and Cosmetic Surgery (New York & New Jersey) is one of the leading dermatology centers in the nation, offering highly experienced physicians in the fields of cosmetic and laser dermatology as well as plastic surgery and state-of-the-art medical technologies. http://www.advanceddermatologypc.com.

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In Partnership with the Smiles for Everyone Foundation, Bright Now! Dental Serves 53 Low-Income Patients

LARGO, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
On Saturday, March 7th, volunteers from Bright Now! Dental partnered with the Smiles for Everyone Foundation to provide communities surrounding Largo, Florida with the chance to receive free dental care! Six doctors and over forty support staff came together to host the Largo Day of Giving for low-income and underinsured individuals.
Volunteers were able to provide free exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions and more to 53 patients who were referred to the event by local nonprofit organizations. Some of these groups include Homeless Empowerment Program, a stability service for families in need; Dress for Success of Tampa Bay, an organization that empowers women to achieve economic independence; and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay.
When asked about their experience, patients provided nothing but positive feedback about the generosity of the volunteers. "I'm grateful there is a Team that is willing to meet the needs of those who sometimes can't get the care we need," expressed patient Bridgette O. "Thank you. You didn't have to, but you did and I'm extremely grateful for all of your help."
The Smiles for Everyone Foundation would like to thank the entire Team of volunteers, including Dr. Fred Aledo-Rentas, Dr. Maryam Habibi, Dr. Fuad Malki, Dr. Alexander F. Marrero, Dr. Keum Park, and Dr. Hector Rodriguez, for donating their time and skills to deliver Smiles in their community!
About Bright Now! Dental 
Bright Now! Dental provides general dentistry, children's dentistry and, in select locations, specialty care services such as orthodontics, oral surgery, periodontics and endodontics at over 150 offices across Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia and Washington. Bright Now! Dental's Largo office is operated by Castle 1st Dental Care, P.A. (the "Group"). The Group is affiliated with Smile Brands Inc., one of the largest providers of business support services to dental groups in the United States. Smile Brands Inc. provides comprehensive business support services through exclusive long-term service agreements with affiliated dental groups, so dentists can spend more time caring for their patients and less time on the administrative, marketing and financial aspects of operating a dental practice. Smile Brands is a portfolio company of Gryphon Investors ("Gryphon"), a leading middle-market private equity firm based in San Francisco, CA. For more information, visit http://www.smilebrands.com.
About the Smiles For Everyone Foundation 
The Smiles for Everyone Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission of delivering smiles for everyone by providing free dental care for those in need, both at home in the U.S. and around the world. Since 2011, the Smiles for Everyone Foundation has delivered over 27,000 smiles and over $20 million in donated dentistry. The foundation currently supports programs which provide free dental care to those in need in Cambodia, Ghana, Laos, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Thailand, and the United States. For more information or to make a donation, visit http://www.smilesforeveryone.org.
Contacts: 
Bright Now! Dental                     
Jody Martin     
PR@smilebrands.com                             
714.427.1299                    
Smiles for Everyone Foundation 
Crystal Strait 
crystal.strait@smilesforeveryone.org 
714.824.5037 



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In this webinar, the speakers will focus on how a comprehensive development plan (CDP) can increase efficiency and success rates in early drug development. They will also explain how Phase I Healthy Volunteer and Patient Hybrid Trials provide signals of potential efficacy and how CDPs are prepared.

TORONTO (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Join Paul Rothenberg, MD, PhD, Executive Director, Product Development Strategy, Covance Inc. and Amitava Ganguli, BSc (Hons/Pharm), MBChB, MRCP (Edin), Senior Medical Director, Medical & Scientific Affairs, Clinical Pharmacology Services, Covance Inc. in a live webinar on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at 1pm EST.
For novel drugs, demonstrating clinical "proof-of-concept" (POC) is a critical milestone on the road to success. Preparing a comprehensive development plan (CDP) – one that integrates early clinical trial designs and program strategy with other key disciplines (e.g., pre-clinical, regulatory, CMC, commercial) – can shorten overall timelines, reduce costs and increase success rates. Creating a thoughtful CDP that includes Phase I hybrid trials (with enrolment of healthy subjects and patients with the target disease) can help attain the earliest possible clinical POC. Planning a successful Phase I hybrid trial requires aligning the right therapeutic area, the right molecule, the right study design and endpoints, as well as considering regulatory requirements.
This free webinar explains what a CDP is and how pharmaceutical companies create and use CDPs, focusing on the central role of clinical pharmacologists in devising efficient drug development programs. We will explain what Phase I hybrid trials look like and how they provide an important advantage in early drug development.
For more information or to register for this event, visit Optimizing the Success of Phase I Hybrid Trials: The Role of a Comprehensive Early Development Plan.
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PLEASANTON, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that Walter Chiles, MD, Tennessee Urology in Nashville, TN, has been designated as a UroLift Center of Excellence. The designation recognizes that Dr. Chiles has achieved a high level of training and experience with the UroLift System and demonstrated a commitment to exemplary care for men suffering from symptoms associated with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate.
Recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines, the FDA-cleared Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH. The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue.
The UroLift Center of Excellence program is designed to highlight urologists who are committed to educating their patients on BPH and the UroLift System as a treatment option and consistently seek to deliver excellent patient outcomes and experiences.
"We are proud to name Dr. Walter Chiles as a UroLift Center of Excellence and provider of care for men with enlarged prostate symptoms using the UroLift System treatment," said Dave Amerson, president of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit. "The UroLift System is a safe and effective treatment that allows physicians to treat men in-office under local anesthesia, so they can experience lasting symptom relief within days after receiving treatment."
Over 40 million men in the United States are affected by BPH, a condition that occurs when the prostate gland that surrounds the male urethra becomes enlarged with advancing age and begins to obstruct the urinary system. Symptoms of BPH often include interrupted sleep and urinary problems and can cause loss of productivity, depression and decreased quality of life.
Medication is often the first-line therapy for enlarged prostate, but relief can be inadequate and temporary. Side effects of medication treatment can include sexual dysfunction, dizziness and headaches, prompting many patients to quit using the drugs. For these patients, the classic alternative is surgery that cuts, heats or removes prostate tissue to open the blocked urethra. While current surgical options can be very effective in relieving symptoms, they can also leave patients with permanent side effects such as urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and retrograde ejaculation.
About the UroLift System
The FDA-cleared UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a minimally invasive transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue. Clinical data from a pivotal 206-patient randomized controlled study showed that patients with enlarged prostate receiving UroLift implants reported rapid and durable symptomatic and urinary flow rate improvement without compromising sexual function*1,2. Patients also experienced a significant improvement in quality of life. Over 100,000 men have been treated with the UroLift System in the U.S. Most common adverse events reported include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence. Most symptoms were mild to moderate in severity and resolved within two to four weeks after the procedure. The Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. The UroLift System is available in the U.S., Europe, Australia, Canada, Mexico and South Korea. Learn more at http://www.urolift.com.
About NeoTract | Teleflex Interventional Urology
A wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated, the Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our initial focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift System, a minimally invasive permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving normal sexual function*1,2. Learn more at http://www.neotract.com.
About Teleflex Incorporated
Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people's lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit http://www.teleflex.com.
Teleflex is the home of Arrow, Deknatel, Hudson RCI, LMA, Pilling, Rusch, UroLift and Weck – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose
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*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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Very important to take extra precautions with your contact lenses to limit the risk of infection.

BROOKLINE, MASS. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, reports suggest that the new outbreak of coronavirus can cause conjunctivitis and possibly be transmitted by aerosol or direct contact with the conjunctiva, the superficial skin layer covering the eye.
Contact lens wearers should take special precautions to avoid contracting the coronavirus. Touching the eyes while inserting contact lenses may provide a conduit for the virus to enter the body.
"Contact lens wear typically requires diligent hygiene to avoid serious eye infections but additional attention and measures should be taken in the current setting," said Dr. Samir Melki, Chief Medical officer of the Boston Eye Group. "It is extremely important to limit your chances of infection by being extra careful with your contact lens protocol."
To cut down on risk of transmission, individuals should avoid touching their eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands. Now that we know the Coronavirus may be transferred through the conjunctiva. It is very important for the population to be concerned with eye health, in particular, as it relates to contact lenses.
Dr. Li Wenliang, a Chinese ophthalmologist working in Wuhan, where the epidemic originated, was among the first to warn authorities about the outbreak last December. Subsequently, the eye doctor was infected by the coronavirus himself while treating a glaucoma patient and later died of the virus on Feb 7th.
"Cleaning and using contact lenses correctly is paramount to ensure that eyes are kept healthy and remain free from infections," said Dr Melki. "Thorough hand washing prior to handling lenses and inserting them into one's eyes is very important to reduce the risk of infection."
If you have symptoms of conjunctivitis and have recently traveled to an at risk region for the coronavirus, Dr. Melki recommended discontinuing contact lens use and discussing your symptoms with a provider before coming to the office or hospital.
Boston Eye Group/Boston Laser is a multifaceted ophthalmology practice, with locations in Brookline, Wellesley, Medford, Wellesley, Andover, Lawrence, Norwood, West Roxbury, Norfolk and Milford, MA. Boston Eye Group offering a wide range of eye services. http://www.bostonlaser.com. 617-277-4733. For media inquiry, please email Rick@bostonlaser.com.

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Platform Allows Patients to Rapidly, Digitally Check-in Via Multiple-Channels Before Their Appointment in New State-of-the-art Physician Office Building

NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Odoro, developer of the next generation digital patient access platform (DPAP), today announced a new partnership with SLUCare Physician Group, the academic medical practice of Saint Louis University. SLUCare has selected Odoro's DPAP solution to simplify processes for patients by digitizing registration and self check-in for appointments at their new state-of-the-art physicians office building, which will open on August 31.
Odoro's Digital Patient Access Platform (DPAP) offers patients a complete digital, fast, and easy-to-use registration and check-in experience. The DPAP solution will allow SLUCare to automate and customize manual front-office workflows, to streamline the check-in process, minimize onsite activity and reduce waiting room times.
"Slow check-in processes, and long wait times are some of patients' biggest complaints", said Ohad Ranen, Co-founder and CEO of Odoro. "Our new partnership with SLUCare will help solve these problems and transform the patient care delivery model. Patients will receive a stress-free, quick paperless experience, while administrative staff will save valuable time." 
From the comfort of their homes where information is handy, patients will be able to digitally fill out consent forms, provide insurer information or complete financial payments prior to arrival for their medical appointments.
The system will be piloted at multiple practice sites before it is launched at SLUCare's new physician office building. As part of this patient-centric approach, SLUCare is looking to expand their digital solutions, including integrating provider search with online scheduling capabilities, in the coming future.
"Patients are expecting faster and more convenient care, and we are excited to offer our patients an easy way to complete their registration for SLUCare appointments," said Matt Zimmie, M.D., SLUCare chief medical information officer. "We see this service as an important component to putting our patients first in all we do."
SLUCare and Odoro were introduced to one another through the St. Louis-based organization, GlobalSTL, an initiative of BioSTL that recruits high-growth companies from around the world to enrich and grow St. Louis's innovation economy.
Due to concerns around the coronavirus (COVID-19), and in accordance to WHO and CDC guidelines, the HIMSS 20 conference was cancelled, therefore Odoro's CEO, Ohad Ranen, and team will be available to demo the DPAP solution online. If you would like to schedule your private meeting, please use this link.
About Odoro 
Odoro is a leader in digital patient access solutions that support health systems to implement digital strategies that dramatically improve the front door experience. Taking into account patient-provider preferences and business logic, Odoro uniquely enables full customization and rapid implementation of health system's very complex patient access workflows. Powered by its smart matching algorithm, SchedLogic, Odoro ensures patients are rapidly matched with the right care provider at the right time for improved patient satisfaction and operational efficiency. Using Odoro's suite of digital solutions, health systems can now deliver comprehensive patient self-scheduling, streamline intake and enhance referrals management across enterprise-wide points of access. To learn more, please visit: http://www.odoro.com
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About SLUCare 
SLUCare Physician Group is the academic medical practice of Saint Louis University, with more than 500 health care providers and 1,200 staff members in hospitals and medical offices throughout the St. Louis region. SLUCare physicians are among the most highly trained in their fields - more than 50 specialties in all - and are national and international experts, renowned for research and innovations in medicine. For more information, please visit http://slucare.edu/

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A new poll conducted by Morning Consult for the Better World Campaign found that when it comes to managing the response to international health crises like coronavirus (COVID-19), three quarters of Americans (77%) trust the World Health Organization (WHO), above all other entities tested.

WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
4 out of 5 Americans (82%) across party lines say it is important that the U.S. work to limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in other countries.
Peter Yeo, President of the Better World Campaign said, "This poll shows that Americans understand that global cooperation is not optional—it's an imperative. No country, including the U.S., can battle a pandemic on its own."
Two thirds of respondents say global cooperation to address health crises is a top priority (67%), topping the list of global concerns that included terrorism, national security, and the prevention of global conflict.
The WHO, based in Geneva, has shipped more than 584,000 surgical masks, 47,000 N95 masks, 620,000 gloves, 72,000 gowns and 11,000 goggles to 57 countries, along with laboratory kits to test and diagnose over 100,000 people.
Yeo added, "Whether you approach this issue from a moral perspective, a health perspective, or a business perspective, the coronavirus proves what we know, deep down: We're globally connected. And global problems require global solutions."
Full results can be found here: https://betterworldcampaign.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/International-Cooperation-Poll-March-2020.pdf.
The poll was conducted from March 06-March 09, 2020 among a national sample of 2,200 adults. The interviews were conducted online and the data were weighted to approximate a target sample of adults based on age, race/ethnicity, gender, educational attainment and region. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points.
About the Better World Campaign
The Better World Campaign works to strengthen the relationship between the United States and the United Nations. It encourages U.S. leadership to support the UN's international work on behalf of peace, progress, freedom, and justice. For more information, visit http://www.betterworldcampaign.org.



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Members of The Nonprofit Alliance and other organizations are uniquely positioned to reach vulnerable populations during crisis.

WASHINGTON (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
While the coronavirus pandemic is causing some businesses and schools to close, many nonprofits have more work than ever. Some are ramping up to meet increased needs among especially vulnerable populations, while dealing with a decrease in manpower and donors amid virus fears.
AARP, whose members have been deemed more at-risk for complications from COVID-19, is actively working to provide accurate, timely guidance during the outbreak, including a special Tele-Town Hallearlier this week. "We have a unique opportunity to meet the needs of older adults during this outbreak, providing what could be lifesaving information and support," says David Whitehead, AARP and AARP Foundation chief development officer.
"For many nonprofits, the increased need comes at a time when fundraising is a concern due to market instability and overall uncertainty, and when volunteers — a large part of the manpower at these organizations — may not be able to work," says Shannon McCracken of The Nonprofit Alliance, whose members include many 501(c)(3) organizations. TNPA is planning a virtual town hall meeting for members to discuss fundraising challenges and strategies in light of the pandemic.
The San Antonio Food Bank is preparing hundreds of thousands of 14-day food and supply kits to deliver to low-income households in Texas. "We are running into the fire instead of running away from it," says Chief Resource Officer Michael Guerra, who expects the need to grow as hourly workers miss paychecks. Volunteers for their programs have dropped 50 percent, a gap they expect to increase.
Many food banks are expanding their services to include mobile distribution centers and hundreds of thousands of additional meals. With schools closing, and nearly 3 million children in the National School Lunch Program, organizations are taking action to meet an immediate and possibly dire need across the nation.
"This is a good reminder that nonprofits are a crucial part of the safety net for vulnerable populations. Crisis intervention happens at the national level, but most immediately it happens at the community level," says McCracken. "A family already receiving services from a local pantry or after school program is going to need more help during a crisis. And they're most likely to turn to the organizations already entrenched in the community."
About The Nonprofit Alliance 
The Nonprofit Alliance exists to foster the development and growth of nonprofit organizations and to protect the vital services they provide, as well as the donors, members, partners and volunteers who support them. Members represent a diverse landscape of causes and include industry experts who help nonprofits in their public outreach, fundraising and resource development. For more information, visit tnpa.org.

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In conjunction with Governor Larry Hogan's declaration of actions to be taken in response to the spread of COVID-19, the City of Frederick has declared a State of Emergency in the City today and will be adjusting and adapting City operations accordingly. As a department of the City of Frederick, the Weinberg Center will be closed for the next two weeks and all performances during that time will be postponed.

FREDERICK, MD. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
In conjunction with Governor Larry Hogan's declaration of actions to be taken in response to the spread of COVID-19, the City of Frederick has declared a State of Emergency in the City today and will be adjusting and adapting City operations accordingly. As a department of the City of Frederick, the Weinberg Center will be closed for the next two weeks and all performances during that time will be postponed.
We continue to closely monitor and evaluate developments and will follow guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and state and local health government authorities. At this time performances at the theater through April 1st are officially postponed. As this is an evolving situation, performances after that date will be determined based on information and guidance from the previously mentioned authorities.
Currently, the Weinberg Center is working with the performers to reschedule these upcoming events to a later date. Ticket holders should keep their tickets and the Weinberg Center will be in touch in the next 7-14 days with more information on the status of these events. All ticket holders for postponed or cancelled events will be notified via email regarding their show once the Weinberg Center knows whether the event can be moved to another date, or if the event will have to be cancelled.
This City of Frederick and the Weinberg Center want to thank the community for their patience and understanding during this emergency and look forward to welcoming back their patrons once this health crisis is over.
ABOUT THE WEINBERG CENTER FOR THE ARTS 
The Weinberg Center for the Arts is one of the region's premier performing arts presenters, offering film, music, dance, theater, and family-focused programming. Located in the historic Tivoli movie theater in downtown Frederick Maryland, the Weinberg Center strives to ensure that the arts remain accessible and affordable to local and regional audiences alike. Weinberg Center events are made possible with major support from the City of Frederick, the Maryland State Arts Council, Plamondon Hospitality Partners, and other corporate and individual donors.



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A new coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Solidarity Response Fund will raise money from a wide range of donors to support the work of the World Health Organization (WHO) and partners to help countries respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. The fund, the first-of-its-kind, enables private individuals, corporations and institutions anywhere in the world to come together to directly contribute to global response efforts, and has been created by the United Nations Foundation and the Swiss Philanthropy Foundation, together with WHO.
"We are at a critical point in the global response to COVID-19 – we need everyone to get involved in this massive effort to keep the world safe," said Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. "We are immensely grateful to the UN Foundation and the Swiss Philanthropy Foundation for coming forward to help us set up this fund. A lot of people and institutions have been saying they want to contribute to the fight against the novel coronavirus. Now they can."
The fund launches with major support already lined up, including from Facebook and Google who have instituted a matching scheme for funds raised through their platforms, while individual donors are also supporting the fund through http://www.covid19responsefund.org.
"We can't ignore the fact that this is a truly global problem – one that requires truly global solutions," said Elizabeth Cousens, UN Foundation President and CEO. "The case for global cooperation could not be clearer – communities everywhere are affected, and people want to contribute. This new fund will create space for people everywhere, together, to fight this virus."
Funds will go towards actions outlined in the COVID-19 Strategic Preparedness and Response Plan to enable all countries – particularly those most vulnerable and at-risk, and with the weakest health systems – to prepare for and respond to the COVID-19 crisis including rapidly detecting cases, stopping transmission of the virus, and caring for those affected.
WHO and its partners are seeking financing for protective equipment for frontline health workers; to equip diagnostic laboratories; improve surveillance and data collection; establish and maintain intensive care units; strengthen supply chains; accelerate research and development of vaccines and therapeutics; and take other critical steps to scale up the public health response to the pandemic.
The COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund is hosted by two foundations, the UN Foundation (registered in the United States) and the Swiss Philanthropy Foundation (registered in Switzerland). Both foundations have established relationships with the World Health Organization, allowing for efficient transfer of financial resources to enable COVID-19 response efforts.
Apart from giving online at http://www.covid19responsefund.org, the UN Foundation can also receive donations via check or wire from around the world by contacting COVID19Fund@unfoundation.org.
All donations made to the United Nations Foundation and Swiss Philanthropy Foundation are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by the law, where applicable (U.S. and Switzerland). Additionally, Swiss Philanthropy Foundation has partnered with Transnational Giving Europe to extend tax benefit to certain additional European countries where applicable.
More: 
COVID-19 Strategic Preparedness and Response Plan 
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak information
CONTACT 
Media Enquiries: 
UN Foundation 
Rachel Bridges and Serena Jiwani 
United Nations Foundation 
Press@unfoundation.org 
+1 (202) 765-8448
About the United Nations Foundation 
The UN Foundation brings together the ideas, people, and resources the United Nations needs to drive global progress and tackle urgent problems. Our hallmark is to collaborate for lasting change and innovate to address humanity's greatest challenges. With an insider's knowledge and outsider's flexibility, we stay agile to get things done. Learn more at: http://www.unfoundation.org.

The case for global cooperation could not be clearer – communities everywhere are affected, and people want to contribute. This new fund will create space for people everywhere, together, to fight this virus.



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Organization transitions in-person gathering to virtual learning opportunity in active response to coronavirus outbreak

NASHVILLE, TENN. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
The Beryl Institute announces its annual Patient Experience Conference will not be held as an in-person gathering as planned in Orlando, Fla. this year due to concerns about the rapid spread of coronavirus globally. Instead, reinforcing the value and need for connection, learning and expanding the conversation on human experience, especially in today's healthcare climate, the event will be reformatted as a multi-week virtual learning experience.
Patient Experience Conference, originally planned for April 20-22, 2020, is the largest independent, non-provider or vendor hosted event bringing together the collective voices of healthcare professionals across the globe to convene, engage and expand the dialogue on improving patient experience.
"With the current state of events, the commitment of our organization to elevate the human experience in healthcare, the realities of our community members who need now more than ever to be where care is needed, and for the safety and well-being of our global community overall, it is not the right time for us to hold Patient Experience Conference in person this year," said Jason Wolf, PhD, CPXP, President & CEO of The Beryl Institute. "While we cannot come together in April, we stand together to tackle this health crisis in a way that ensures the best outcomes, the greatest of dignity and respect, and the human experience it deserves."
The Institute will invite the patient experience community to connect in a new way through Virtual Patient Experience Conference 2020 (Virtual PX2020). The virtual event will commence during Patient Experience Week, April 27-May 1, 2020 and will offer over 40 sessions from global presenters and engage and involve supporters and exhibitors. The multi-week offering provides an opportunity for participants to access exclusive live and/or recorded presentations from work or home as well as connect with other participants for networking and sharing through a dedicated online community.
For more information regarding the transition to Virtual PX2020 and how The Beryl Institute is addressing logistics for those previously registered for the in-person Orlando event, please visit: http://www.theberylinstitute.org/page/PX2020_Update
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About The Beryl Institute: 
The Beryl Institute is the global community of practice committed to elevating the human experience* in healthcare. We believe human experience is grounded in experiences of patients & families, those who work in healthcare and the communities they serve.
We define patient experience as the sum of all interactions, shaped by an organization's culture, that influence patient perceptions across the continuum of care.

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Torchlight has been added to CVS Health's Point Solutions Management service. Torchlight is the first caregiver-support benefit available for the company's pharmacy benefit management (PBM) clients that provides real-time access to the strategies and solutions modern caregivers need most.

BURLINGTON, MASS. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Torchlight's Technology-Based, Data Informed, Human Supported Solutions Help Solve a Wide Range of Family Caregiving Challenges
Torchlight has just announced that it has been added as a new health and well-being solution to CVS Health's Point Solutions Management service. Torchlight is the first caregiver-support benefit available on Point Solutions Management for the company's pharmacy benefit management (PBM) clients that provides real-time access to the strategies and solutions modern caregivers need most. With a user-friendly digital platform and team of expert advisors, Torchlight goes beyond traditional family caregiving benefits. Its decision-support tools, caregiving knowledge base, and human expertise come together to help reduce stress and enhance outcomes for families and their sponsoring organizations.
After a rigorous review and evaluation process, CVS Health added Torchlight, along with four other key health and wellness industry vendors, to join its Point Solutions Management - a full-service offering that enables the company's PBM clients to seamlessly evaluate, contract, and manage third-party healthcare point solutions to help maximize their benefits programs while minimizing associated spend.
Torchlight is a leading, scalable solution that can support and guide caregivers through the complexities of educational, financial, social, health, and other demands related to caring for a loved one, no matter the age, stage, or concern.
"This announcement about our relationship with CVS Health further validates that caregiver support is now a must-have benefit for leading employers and member organizations. Stress around caregiving issues – from supporting a child with behavioral issues to managing an out-of-state parent's declining health – often causes negative repercussions for millions of caregivers in the U.S., such as decreased productivity, time away from work, and physical and mental health issues," said Adam Goldberg, Torchlight Founder and CEO. "Torchlight helps resolve day-to-day family caregiving challenges which, in turn, helps employees reduce stress, improve outcomes, and lead happier, healthier, more productive lives."
"We're thankful for the opportunity to work with CVS Health. This collaboration allows us to take on the U.S. Caregiving Crisis, together, at the greatest scale," Goldberg added.
Torchlight underwent a comprehensive evaluation, including a review of available clinical, safety, IT and data security information. A team of CVS Health clinicians also tested the solution to ensure it meets high standards and provides a quality end-user experience. Moving forward, Point Solutions Management also enables benefits verification through real-time and ongoing monitoring of Torchlight.
About Torchlight 
At Torchlight, we believe that caring is everyone's business and caring is good business. We are the only complete caregiver support solution for employers and member organizations. We offer solutions informed by data and, thus, are built for better results. Our approach includes a user-friendly digital platform and a team of expert advisors. No matter the age, stage or concern, Torchlight's decision-support tools, caregiving knowledge base, and human expertise combine to reduce stress and enhance outcomes for both families and their sponsoring organizations more cost-effectively than call center or concierge-only solutions. Because getting caregivers the right resources, in the right ways, right from the beginning should be business as usual. Learn more at http://www.torchlight.care, or email press@torchlight.care.
Contact:    Adrienne Walkowiak     
adrienne@adriennewalkowiak.com 
603/659-9345

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Qualified organizations can run up to 100,000 transactions to more efficiently administer aid.

SANTA BARBARA, CALIF. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Service Objects has announced it will offer health and emergency management organizations administering aid to communities impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) with free access to its advanced contact data validation and location intelligence APIs, helping them reduce the spread of the infectious virus.
With COVID-19 being declared a global pandemic and causing major disruptions in lives and businesses around the world, Service Objects is offering qualified organizations up to 100,000 free transactions to use in their global contact validation and location intelligence APIs. Organizations can also securely send a list to be processed.
Service Objects' data quality APIs are powered by the most accurate and up-to-date data sources and are continuously improved by machine learning. Organizations can use Service Objects' data quality platform to respond to this global crisis in the following ways: international geocoding and IP geolocation help map COVID-19 hotspots; international address validation assists in delivering medicine to accurate addresses; reverse phone appending adds mailing addresses to patient lists and phone appending adds phone numbers to patient lists. Service Objects is also HIPPA compliant so medical and health organizations can be sure they are meeting strict privacy guidelines while helping fight COVID-19.
"The fast spread of this global pandemic is having a very real impact on our customers and local community," said Geoff Grow, Chief Executive Officer at Service Objects. "In addition to offering free access to our advanced contact validation and location intelligence APIs, our staff is equipped and ready to work remote to keep the business running smoothly. We do not foresee any impact to the operations of our business. Our entire team is committed to doing our part to lessen the impact of COVID-19."
Qualified organizations who are interested in taking advantage of this offer can contact Service Objects here.
About Service Objects 
Founded in 2001, Service Objects is the leading provider of contact validation solutions, validating online transactions in real-time, including contact name, address, phone, email, and device. Using Service Objects' global validation and location web services, businesses can identify potentially fraudulent contact records, append additional contact information, and process transactions in a more efficient manner. Service Objects has validated over 4 billion contacts, and major brands such as American Express, LendingTree, and Amazon rely on Service Objects for their data validation needs. For more information about Service Objects' real-time web services, contact sales@serviceobjects.com. 

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The Museum Will Suspend all Planned Programming and Re-Opening Until Risk to Public Has Declined.

BOSTON (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Acting with an abundance of caution to protect the health of employees, visitors, and the community at large, Boston Children's Museum has announced the decision to close to the public through April 3. The Museum will continue to monitor the quickly evolving situation and will re-evaluate this decision every two weeks.
Although there is no known case of Covid-19 (Coronavirus) at the Museum, the closing will help the community with the "social distancing" that is necessary to slow the spread of the virus at this critical stage. All public and private events to be held at the Museum will not occur during the closure. Some events may be rescheduled to a later date. School visits and other education programs scheduled during the closure will be cancelled.
"In concert with the Museum of Science and the New England Aquarium, we have taken this proactive step to support Federal, State and local efforts to mitigate the spread of the Coronavirus. We want to be overly cautious given the high level of uncertainty about the spread of the virus," said Carole Charnow, President & CEO.
The Museum is presently not closing the building or shutting down Museum operations. Museum business will continue with some staff working remotely and some "socially distanced" in the building. With the short-term closure, staff will be working on future program development, project work, and ways to stay deeply connected to our communities and help them through this crisis. These steps will ensure that families can return to the Museum knowing that our priority is that everyone has a playful, joyful, and healthy hands-on, interactive experience at Boston Children's Museum.
The Museum staff will update any changes on its website along with social media channels. For additional information, please visit http://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org
About Boston Children's Museum 
Boston Children's Museum engages children and families in joyful discovery experiences that instill an appreciation of our world, develop foundational skills, and spark a lifelong love of learning. More information about Boston Children's Museum can be found at http://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org. Become a fan of the Museum on Facebook and follow us on Twitter
Hours and Admission 
The Museum is open daily from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Fridays until 9:00 p.m. Adults, $18, children (1-15) and senior citizens, $18; children under 12 months and Museum members are always free. Fridays 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., all visitors $1.

In concert with the Museum of Science and the New England Aquarium, we have taken this proactive step to support Federal, State and local efforts to mitigate the spread of the Coronavirus. We want to be overly cautious given the high level of uncertainty about the spread of the virus.



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Vcare365, an online teledentistry platform, launched a service that provides instant live professional responses to dental consumers. This service is available online from 8 am to 4 pm Standard Pacific Times, Monday to Friday and for now, it is free of charge.

SEATTLE (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Vcare365, an online teledentistry platform, launched a service that provides instant live professional responses to dental consumers. This service is available online from 8 am to 4 pm Standard Pacific Times, Monday to Friday. Now, this service is FREE OF CHARGE. 
The platform allows people to receive dental advice on emergencies, cosmetic concerns, and any other urgent matters immediately in real-time. This platform is HIPAA compliant, available on the web, Offers different types of dental consultations, including second opinions, and advice.
Vcare365, Partnered with CafeX, the leading voice, video, and live interactive streaming platform, enables clinicians to connect with patients and other healthcare providers in real-time, from anywhere in the world.
Telehealth services have expanded to include using the technology to improve and coordinate patient care, according to the U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration.
"For most people, the term 'telehealth' means an online visit they can schedule with a healthcare provider," said Dr. Ray Besharati, CEO of Vcare365. "When you have a dental emergency, you can't always wait around to see someone in your particular city. So, we have made way for regular people to get advice from a professional dentist at any time using our technology."
In light of the current events in WA state, we are pre-launching our service to all our current and past patients at no charge reserved only for patients in the State of Washington. You can visit our website: http://www.Vcare365.com and present your dental concerns via an online communication portal. We will assess your dental concerns and promptly respond to you via a secured gateway.
Vcare365 Media Contact 
Dr. Ray Besharati 
(425)-996-0457 
Ray@Vcare365.com

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Those who may have flu-like symptoms and are concerned about COVID-19 ("coronavirus") can be examined by a physician for free through Memorial's telehealth application, MemorialDocNow. Through the end of this month, there will be no charge for the online visit, which can be accessed via website or smartphone app. Users should enter "MemorialCares" as a coupon code to receive the complimentary examination.

HOLLYWOOD, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Those feeling under the weather and wondering if their flu-like symptoms could be related to coronavirus can now be examined by a doctor from the privacy of their homes at no cost. MemorialDocNow, the online application from Memorial Healthcare System, doesn't require insurance and the free telehealth offer is available through March 31.
MemorialDocNow (http://www.memorialdocnow.com) physicians can diagnose, write prescriptions as needed, and are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To avoid the service's usual $59 charge, users should enter "MemorialCares" when prompted for a coupon code.
To access MemorialDocNow from a computer, visit http://www.memorialdocnow.com. From a mobile phone, download the app in the Apple or Google Play store.
The Florida Department of Health has confirmed cases of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Broward County.
Coronavirus patients present with mild to severe respiratory symptoms similar to those of influenza, including fever, cough, and shortness of breath. The virus has been identified in more than 100 locations worldwide and, at this point, there is no vaccine. (To learn more, visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website).
Memorial Healthcare System is one of the largest public healthcare systems in the U.S. and a national leader in quality care and patient satisfaction. It is highly regarded for a patient 
and family-centered approach at facilities that include Memorial Regional Hospital, Joe 
DiMaggio Children's Hospital, Memorial Regional Hospital South, Memorial Hospital West, 
Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Hospital Pembroke, Joe DiMaggio Children's Health 
Specialty Center in Wellington, and Memorial Manor nursing home.
To learn more, visit mhs.net. 

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Acumed Signs Agreement with Vivorte to Distribute its Orthobiologics Portfolio

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Acumed LLC today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Vivorte Inc to be the exclusive distributor of the Louisville-based company's orthobiologics portfolio. Under the terms of the agreement, Acumed will employ its sales, marketing and medical education expertise to distribute Vivorte's calcium phosphate-based bone allograft (Trabexus) and calcium phosphate-based biocement (Fortera). Vivorte will continue to utilize its product development and manufacturing capabilities to support the distribution.

HILLSBORO, OREGON (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Acumed LLC today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Vivorte Inc. to be the exclusive distributor of the Louisville-based company's orthobiologics portfolio. Under the terms of the agreement, Acumed will employ its sales, marketing, and medical education expertise to distribute Vivorte's calcium phosphate-based bone allograft (Trabexus) and calcium phosphate-based biocement (Fortera). Vivorte will continue to utilize its product development and manufacturing capabilities to support the distribution.
"As a leader in the orthopaedic sector, Acumed is committed to providing the most comprehensive clinical solutions to our surgeons and this partnership with Vivorte allows us to deliver a best-in-class portfolio of orthobiologic technologies," said Jagi Gill, Vice President/General Manager of AcuVentures at Acumed. "The Trabexus and Fortera products provide our surgeons the distinguishing features of ease of use, strength, and remodeling that are requisite in premier bone allografts and bone void fillers."
The Trabexus product line is a self-setting calcium phosphate matrix with engineered allograft bone particles for optimized compressive strength and resorptive characteristics. Fortera is an osteoconductive biocement that combines industry leading compressive strength with superior flow characteristics. In the US alone, the orthobiologics market is estimated to be in excess of $550 million, of which the synthetic allograft market occupies a significant and growing segment.
Mark Wagner, CEO of Vivorte, commented, "We have been pleased with the strong clinical support and adoption of our products in the market. Partnering with Acumed, we will reach more surgeons to the benefit of more patients, thereby extending the commercial footprint for our orthobiologic technologies. This works because the two companies share a common vision of delivering innovative solutions in a quality-first culture."
About Acumed 
Acumed is a global leader in developing innovative orthopaedic and medical solutions to improve patient care. Acumed has more than three decades of experience in the orthopaedic industry, with the mission of aiding the afflicted through the ingenuity of our minds, the labor of our hands, and the compassion of our hearts. Founded in 1988, Acumed is headquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon, with offices and a distribution network around the world. For more information, visit http://www.acumed.net. 

"As a leader in the orthopaedic sector, Acumed is committed to providing the most comprehensive clinical solutions to our surgeons and this partnership with Vivorte allows us to deliver a best-in-class portfolio of orthobiologic technologies."



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Randolph, New Jersey Based Internal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kishwar Shareef Continues To Offer Top-Of-The-Line Preventative Care For Her Patients.

SCOTCH PLAINS, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
NJ Top Docs has re-reviewed and approved Dr. Kishwar Shareef for another year. At her CPC Plus Practice in Randolph, New Jersey Dr. Kishwar Shareef, has been providing top-of-the-line care for decades. Dr. Shareef is a highly skilled physician who brings over 20 years of professional experience. As a board certified physician she passionately focuses on the health, well-being of the patient population 13 years and above.
"Our philosophy is to actively apply preventive medicine before disease has an effect on our patients," says Dr. Shareef.
Strong communication and updated technologies are the keys to Dr. Shareef's success. She is constantly in touch with her patients and offers them access to their health data through easy-to-access platforms such as Apple Health and Patient Portal. Her practice also participates on the state's immunization registry and E-prescription.
"Patients are not just an account," she says. "Nothing makes us happier than keeping them and their families healthy."
To learn more about this NJ Top Doc, please click here: https://njtopdocs.com/nj-doctors/dr-kishwar-shareef/
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NJ Top Docs is a comprehensive, trusted and exclusive healthcare resource featuring reviewed and approved Top Doctors and Dentists in New Jersey online in an easy to use format. NJ Top Docs only reviews and approves providers based on merit after they have been extensively vetted.
NJ Top Docs is a division of USA Top Docs which allows patients to meet providers online before making their appointment.
For more information, please click here to contact us or visit http://www.NJTopDocs.com. 
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In order to address continued growth and support corporate expansion, Custom Essence, Inc. is making some key organizational appointments.

SOMERSET, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
Custom Essence Inc. Organizational Changes and Expansion 
In order to address continued growth and support corporate expansion, Custom Essence, Inc. is making some key organizational appointments.
To better service and support existing and new customers, Custom Essence Inc. is making the following changes to its sales, regulatory and evaluation departments:
Sales: 

Vice-President of Sales: Tony Valinotti

We are delighted to announce the addition of Tony Valinotti as Vice-President of Sales. 
Tony joins Custom Essence Inc. after a long and distinguished sales career at both Agilex and Ungerer. In his new role as Vice-President of Sales, Tony will work closely with CSO Jack Corley to identify potential new customers and help in supporting our existing customer base.

Exclusive Sales Representation – Republic of Korea: Daniel Hong

Daniel's company, Resource Of K-Beauty Co. Ltd. (ROK), will serve as Custom Essence, Inc.'s exclusive representative in the Republic of Korea to commercialize our fragrances in that country.
Custom Essence is pleased to announce the addition of two more critical team members: 
Regulatory: Regulatory Affairs Manager: Amisha Patel 
Amisha Patel joins Custom Essence as Regulatory Affairs Manager. She brings over 20 years of experience in global fragrance and compliance issues with Revlon, Givaudan, and IFF. Helping our customers navigate changing Regulatory issues continues to be a competitive advantage for Custom Essence, and Amisha adds needed depth to our team.    
Evaluation: Director of Evaluation: Deborah Janes 
Deborah joins Custom Essence with over 25 years of experience in fragrance development and evaluation with Revlon, IFF and Fragrance Resources. Deborah brings to Custom Essence a passion for developing winning fragrances for global and domestic customers, in the air, personal care, and home care categories.
Additionally, Custom Essence has completed the expansion and remodel of its Quality Control lab and looks forward to expanding its sampling and applications capability in 2020.
Last, we are pleased to announce that as of 3/1/2020, Our plant is IFANCA Halaal Certified.
Custom Essence, Inc. is a custom fragrance manufacturer based in Somerset, NJ. It is unique in that it is the only privately held, mid-sized Fragrance company that is owned and managed by Perfumers, who creates high quality fragrances through an artful balance of creativity and extensive technical knowledge.



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Complaint seeks compensatory damages for Florida and U.S. residents injured and harmed by a pandemic that could have been stopped in its early stages.

BOCA RATON, FLA. (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020
The Berman Law Group today announced that it has filed a federal class action lawsuit against the People's Republic of China, Hubei Province, the City of Wuhan, and several Chinese government ministries, on behalf of residents and businesses in the United States and the State of Florida. The lawsuit was filed in the Southern District of Florida, and seeks billions of dollars in compensatory damages for those who have suffered personal injuries, wrongful deaths, property damage and other damages due to China's failure to contain the COVID-19 virus, despite their ability to have stopped the spread of the virus in its early stages.
"As we have alleged in our complaint, Chinese officials knew by January 3rd that COVID-19 was transmitted human to human and patients started dying a few days later," said Matthew Moore, the Firm's class action attorney. "Yet, they kept telling the people of Wuhan and the world at large that everything was fine, even holding a public dinner in Wuhan for over 40,000 families on January 18th."
"This could have been contained while Chinese officials instead attempted to put a positive narrative on the unfolding epidemic for China's own economic self-interest," continued former Florida State Senator Joseph Abruzzo, the firm's Director of Government Relations. "When you read about the rising death tolls, and see the almost complete halt to normal life and travel, remember that China waited seventeen critical days before sharing the COVID-19 genome sequence with other nations, as the complaint makes clear."
"This is an ambitious complaint against a world super-power," said Russell Berman, co-founder of the firm. "But, as we have alleged, China has unleashed a pandemic upon the world, and the harm is now exponentially multiplying every day here in the U.S. and Florida — our firm isn't afraid to take them on and get the justice that is deserved. It is the Chinese government that should be paying damages for economic stimulus to the United States not the American People."
"The complaint highlights the fact that the number of cases is growing more out of control each day, and further alleges that the Chinese government knew of the dangers and how easily the virus passed by human to human transmission in early January," said Jeremy W. Alters, a non-lawyer and Chief Firm Strategist at The Berman Law Group.
The Berman Law Group looks forward to fighting for the rights of people and businesses across Florida and the rest of the country, who are now becoming sick or caring for loved ones, dealing with financial calamity, and navigating this new world of panic and social distancing and isolation. If you have been diagnosed by a medical professional with Coronavirus (COVID-19) or, have been economically impacted by the Coronavirus, contact The Berman Law Group for more information at 1-800-375-5555 or help@thebermanlawgroup.com.
The case, currently pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, is titled: Alters, et al. v. People's Republic of China, et al., Case No. 1:20-cv-21108.
About the Firm: Established in 2008, The Berman Law Group has expanded to numerous offices in Florida and across the U.S., after quickly garnering a well-deserved reputation as an indefatigable and fearless defender of its clients' rights. The firm is headquartered in Boca Raton and has four other offices in Florida, as well as offices in New York City, Atlanta, New Orleans, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles. For additional information see: https://www.thebermanlawgroup.com/.



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Due to the escalating spread of Covid-19 (Coronavirus), Xyngular postpones premier event, Xyngfling 2020

LEHI, UTAH (PRWEB) MARCH 14, 2020
Xyngular has built a strong and thriving business based on our commitment to helping others optimize and support their own journey to health and wellness.
We do this with every product we make, the lifestyle we promote, and the opportunity we provide in building a home-based business.
Because of this commitment to health and wellness and in consideration of the escalating spread of Covid-19 (Coronavirus), we are postponing our premier event, Xyngfling 2020 set to be held in Las Vegas, NV April 2-4th, 2020.
This postponement means that we are fully planning on executing this event at a later date, yet to be determined. We look forward to gathering with our extended distributor teams throughout the field at that time.
Expect more information to be released as it becomes available. Please follow updates at this location: https://on.xyngular.com/COVID19info



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In A Global Comparison Of Available Algal DHA Suppliers Conducted By Wiley's Finest, Saskatoon-Based Algarithm Prevails As "Clear Winner" For Quality, Sensory Experience And Customer Service

SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN (PRWEB) MARCH 14, 2020
Leading Omega-3 producer Wiley's Finest has selected Algarithm's alphamega3TM algal oil as the DHA ingredient for its new Omega-3 product line, CatchFreeTM Omega. The line launched online last week after the postponement of Natural Products Expo West due to the developing global COVID-19 situation changed plans to launch at the event.
"Our team searched the globe for an exceptional quality vegan source of DHA to incorporate into CatchFreeTM Omega, our newest line of vegan supplements for our plant-focused shoppers. Of the available sources of algal DHA, Algarithm was the clear winner in taste and exceptional quality. But, our decision to work with Algarithm was about more than just taste: their focus on personal attention and comprehensive technical support meshes well with our family-owned and operated brand," said Wiley's Finest CEO, Sam Wiley.
The decision from Wiley's Finest is a big moment for Algarithm, as it represents a validation of their efforts, and re-affirms their status as a superior-quality producer of plant-based Omega-3 ingredients.
"Wiley's is well-known in our industry for being focused on high-quality ingredients, sensory experience, and high-dose delivery. Their selection of Algarithm as a DHA supplier reinforces our own commitment to making the best-tasting algal Omega-3 oil on the market," said Ben Kelly, Algarithm's co-founder and managing partner.
The partnership also signals an important shift in the Omega-3 industry: increasingly, forward-thinking producers and brands are diversifying their businesses and responding to increasing consumer demand for high-quality, plant-based alternatives to animal-derived products and ingredients.
Algarithm produces plant-based, ocean-friendly Omega-3 ingredients derived from an unmodified strain of microalgae, initially sourced and isolated from the pristine waters of Canada's Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia. The company strives for global access to high-quality, essential nutrition and believes plant-based diets to be a central tenant of a sustainable future.
Through patented processes, innovative delivery methods, and novel applications, Algarithm endeavours to make the consumption of Omega-3s easy, enjoyable and eco-friendly for everyone. The company prides themselves on producing DHA ingredients of high quality and exceptional sensory profile, and on developing meaningful relationships and collaborative partnerships with their customers. Both of these commitments were a factor in the decision to include Algarithm's alphamega3TM oil in the new CatchFreeTM products from Wiley's Finest.
CatchFreeTM Omega is available from Wiley's Finest in two great-tasting forms: a naturally-flavored, tropical mango full-spectrum Omega-3 liquid oil, and a full-spectrum Omega-3 softgel. Both products deliver market-leading levels of Omega-3s: 2300 mg in the liquid formulation and 700 mg in the softgel per serving, with 500 mg of DHA in each.
For media enquiries, please contact: 
Kati Phillips, Marketing Director, Algarithm 
T: 306-260-3202 
E: kati@algarithm.ca 
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Pulse Light Clinic uses EmSculpt treatment to build muscle and burn fat in 30 minutes. A safe and efficacious alternative to the Brazillian butt-lift.

LONDON (PRWEB) MARCH 14, 2020
EMSCULPT just launched at Pulse Light Clinic and it's the world's only (non-invasive) procedure to simultaneously BUILD MUSCLE and BURN FAT! Want swimsuit ready abs? This sleek device does 20,000 muscle contractions in 30 minutes for you... just lay back and relax. If viewers want to strengthen, tone, lift and firm their booty, this treatment can also be applied to buttocks. Finally, a safe and efficacious alternative to the Brazilian butt-lift! For those who want to target both areas - they can book an hour treatment and best of all, there's no down time. Leaving the treatment, patients feel like they've just had an intense ab and/or booty workout (without breaking a sweat). This is the secret to summer abs and that bikini booty!
EMSCULPT is the newest game changing device to be introduced to the body-sculpting treatment market –as it's not only non-invasive but completely non-thermal, non-ionizing, and non-radiating. The key difference with competing technologies is that this treats both fat cells and muscles in one treatment, when historically treatments have only worked on fat cells. Harnessing HIFEM energy, the treatment induces approximately 20,000 muscle contractions per 30 minute session (4 sessions in total are recommended for optimal results.... 2 sessions per week).
Tested in seven unique clinical studies using all four established methods of evaluation including MRI, CT, Ultrasound, and Histology, EmSculpt delivered consistent results in muscle gain and fat loss: 
● 19% reduction in subcutaneous abdominal fat. 
● 16% increase in muscle mass. 
● Average waist reduction of 4.4cm. 
● 95% satisfaction with treatment results.
Pulse Light Clinic offers a free consultation with a senior technician, client's eligibility for this treatment will be carried out by understanding the body goals. The senior consultant will then go over the recommended number of treatments required to get the client's desired results. Prices start from £750.



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Positive results showed that Deep TMS may help chronic smokers quit – Data collected from first multicenter pivotal study ever conducted on a non-invasive brain stimulation device in the addiction space

PATTERSON, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 14, 2020
BrainsWay Ltd. (NASDAQ & TASE: BWAY) ("BrainsWay" or the "Company"), a global leader in the advanced non-invasive treatment of brain disorders, today presented positive data from its multicenter study evaluating the Company's proprietary deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (Deep TMS) system as an aid in smoking cessation in an oral presentation at the Society for Research on Nicotine & Tobacco (SRNT) annual conference, which takes place March 11-14, 2020, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Dr. Aron Tendler, Chief Medical Officer at BrainsWay, presented the data in an oral presentation entitled, "Smoking Cessation Induced by Deep Magnetic Stimulation: A Double-Blind Sham Controlled Multi-Center Study," which took place today, Saturday, March 14, 2020, from 10:45-11:00 AM CT.
"Tobacco smoking is one of the primary causes of preventable death and also leads to other serious conditions, such as cancer and heart disease," said Dr. Tendler. "While there are several treatment options currently available, the development of other therapies is critical to increasing the continuous quit rate among smokers. Findings from our multicenter study indicate that Deep TMS could potentially serve as a treatment option for inducing smoking cessation. BrainsWay is proud to be at the forefront of non-invasive brain stimulation for addiction and we are focused on working to make Deep TMS available to patients attempting to successfully quit smoking as expeditiously as possible."
The results presented are from a randomized, double-blind, multicenter study designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Deep TMS treatment as an aid in reducing cigarette smoking in individuals suffering from chronic smoking addiction. The trial was conducted at 14 sites, primarily in the U.S., and enrolled 262 eligible subjects randomized into two groups: an active treatment group treated with BrainsWay's proprietary H4-coil targeting addiction-related brain circuits, and a sham (placebo) control group. The primary endpoint of the study was a comparison between the two groups of the four-week continuous quit rate (CQR), representing abstinence during a consecutive four-week period.
Of the 168 participants in the study who actually completed three weeks of active Deep TMS or sham treatment, plus the mandatory additional three weeks of follow-up (reaching the six-week endpoint), the CQR was 28.4% in the treatment group compared to 11.7% in the sham group (p=0.0063). The primary endpoint was defined based on the CQR among those subjects who received at least one Deep TMS (or sham) treatment session and had at least one post-baseline assessment, even if not completing the treatment period. Within this cohort (which consisted of 234 participants and included dropouts) the CQR was 19.4% in the treatment group and 8.7% in the sham group (p= 0.0174).
About Smoking Addiction: 
Smoking is one of the leading causes of death in developed countries. The addiction to nicotine, similar to the addiction to drugs and alcohol, involves modulation of the brain reward system and causes uncontrollable desire to smoke. Approximately 38 million U.S. adults smoke cigarettes, and 480,000 die from smoking each year. Cigarette smoking has been found to harm nearly every organ system in the body and is the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S. and of disease burden worldwide (Brian L et al., JAMA Intern Med 2014).
About SRNT 
The Society for Research on Nicotine & Tobacco (SRNT) is the only professional association dedicated exclusively to the support of researchers, academics, treatment professionals, government employees, and the many others working across disciplines in the field of nicotine and tobacco research. With members in more than 40 countries, SRNT is global in its reach. As a scientific society, SRNT's mission is to stimulate the generation and dissemination of new knowledge concerning nicotine in all its manifestations. It accomplishes its mission by presenting an annual scientific conference, where researchers at every career stage present their latest findings, and by providing an outlet for publication of cutting edge research through its scientific journal, Nicotine & Tobacco Research, which is published by the Oxford University Press.
About BrainsWay 
BrainsWay is a commercial stage medical device company focused on the development and sale of non-invasive neuromodulation products using the Company's proprietary Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Deep TMS) technology for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), for which BrainsWay received marketing authorization from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2013 (for MDD) and in August 2018 (for OCD). BrainsWay is currently conducting clinical trials of Deep TMS in various psychiatric, neurological and addiction disorders.
Forward-Looking Statement 
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements may be preceded by the words "intends," "may," "will," "plans," "expects," "anticipates," "projects," "predicts," "estimates," "aims," "believes," "hopes," "potential" or similar words. These forward-looking statements and their implications are based on the current expectations of the management of the Company only and are subject to a number of factors and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Moreover, the data presented herein represent the company's description of the preliminary analysis following completion of the study. This data, including patient safety information and adverse event data, remain subject to further analysis and may be subject to further modification. Certain results as expressed herein may be subject to further analysis, modification and/or statistical penalties. In addition, historical results or conclusions from scientific research and clinical studies do not guarantee that future results would suggest similar conclusions or that historical results referred to herein would be interpreted similarly in light of additional research or otherwise. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements: inadequacy of financial resources to meet future capital requirements; changes in technology and market requirements; delays or obstacles in launching and/or successfully completing planned studies and clinical trials; failure to obtain approvals by regulatory agencies on the Company's anticipated timeframe, or at all; inability to retain or attract key employees whose knowledge is essential to the development of Deep TMS products; unforeseen difficulties with Deep TMS products and processes, and/or inability to develop necessary enhancements; unexpected costs related to Deep TMS products; failure to obtain and maintain adequate protection of the Company's intellectual property, including intellectual property licensed to the Company; the potential for product liability; changes in legislation and applicable rules and regulations; unfavorable market perception and acceptance of Deep TMS technology; inadequate or delays in reimbursement from third-party payers, including insurance companies and Medicare; inability to commercialize Deep TMS, including internationally, by the Company or through third-party distributors; product development by competitors; inability to timely develop and introduce new technologies, products and applications, which could cause the actual results or performance of the Company to differ materially from those contemplated in such forward-looking statements.
Any forward-looking statement in this press release speaks only as of the date of this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by any applicable securities laws. More detailed information about the risks and uncertainties affecting the Company is contained under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Media Relations 
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Lazar FINN Partners 
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The Coronavirus outbreak in the Seattle-area nursing home has some seniors scared -- not only of infection, but increased isolation. "Senior living communities like Aldersgate in Charlotte, NC provide immediate health updates via our software platform, so the right message gets to the right person at the right time," says Kyle Robinson, Co-founder of North Carolina-based Wellzesta - Health-tech Software Company.

BELMONT, N.C. (PRWEB) MARCH 14, 2020
The Coronavirus outbreak in the Seattle area nursing home has some seniors scared -- not only of infection, but increased isolation.
"Senior living communities like Aldersgate in Charlotte, NC provide immediate health updates via our software platform, so the right message gets to the right person at the right time," says Kyle Robinson, Co-founder of North Carolina-based Wellzesta, a health-tech company working with eldercare organizations coast-to-coast.
Each day, tens of thousands of seniors and their caregivers use Wellzesta products to stay connected and engaged. The mean age user of the Wellzesta Life software solution is 84, and 79% of subscribers use the App daily. The elderly are more susceptible to the virus according to health care experts and as a result, may face fewer visitors either by facility restrictions or fear from loved ones.
Seniors who experience social isolation or loneliness may face a higher risk of mortality, heart disease and depression, says a newly released report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM), a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit, nongovernmental organization.
"Our 500 residents at Aldersgate all get iPads along with training on the Wellzesta app -- our main point of contact. Not only do they get important up-to-the-minute information like the Coronavirus updates – Wellzesta encourages social interaction via the events and calendar feature. It's easy to RSVP to events and see who else is attending," says Brooks Shelley, Director of Marketing and Community Engagement.
Seniors can stay engaged by signing up for sponsored events (they can see who is attending), do their own health journaling, or consume on-demand wellness articles and videos. Digital assistants, and digital coaches personalize the experience.
"We always get great info from resident association meetings, but when anyone asks me where to find information, I tell them to look at Wellzesta," says an 84-year old resident of four years at Aldersgate (a Life Plan Community in Charlotte, NC.)
AI App Helps Seniors & Caregivers Stay Informed & Engaged
"The Wellzesta AI platform is super useful – it enables us to instantly communicate important information and tips to our caregivers and clients," says Bill Osborne, Owner, Right at Home -- a Veteran approved home care agency with offices in Belmont and South Charlotte, NC. Osborne knows a lot about upper respiratory illnesses - having worked on a critical care helicopter flight team for nine years. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist and Adult Critical Care Specialist with a BA in Health Sciences and Management, Osborne has a deep understanding of virus symptoms and the urgency to share precautions for everyone to stay safe.
"Our caregivers rarely use email while working. Texting isn't efficient. With Wellzesta's Thrive, they log on to a password-protected platform, which has everything for them in one place," according to Osborne.
"Wellzesta Thrive is like a security blanket – it keeps me up to date on fun, food and future regarding my work and the world. I share exercises, articles and videos with my clients, which helps us both de-stress and stay healthier," says caregiver Denise Brown, Right at Home, Charlotte.
About Wellzesta, Inc. 
The company's name, Wellzesta is a combination of two words: WELLness and ZEST for life.
Dr. Robinson is the CEO of Wellzesta Inc. Dr. Robinson received a BA in Biophysics from the Johns Hopkins University, and a combined MD + PhD (Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics) degrees from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Co-founder, Kyle Robinson has spent her entire career in senior care and has a BA from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and earned two Masters in Health Care Communication and Gerontology.

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Wellzesta's A.I. App Helps Seniors Stay Informed, Active & Engaged

Not only do they get important up-to-the-minute information like the Coronavirus updates – Wellzesta encourages social interaction via the events and calendar feature. It's easy to RSVP to events and see who else is attending," says Brooks Shelley, Director of Marketing and Community Engagement.



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Nationwide program available to help businesses decontaminate facilities and mitigate conditions that may pose health risks

BOISE, IDAHO (PRWEB) MARCH 14, 2020
Amid growing public uncertainty and rising levels of confusing information surrounding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, National HouseCheck Corporation ('HouseCheck') is bringing their world-class environmental services capabilities to bear on the health concerns of businesses and employees. HouseCheck has launched its nationwide Virus Remediation and Decontamination program (the process, protocols and materials are also available for licensing internationally), to help businesses decontaminate facilities and mitigate conditions which could present ongoing health risks.
"Public and personal health is at the top of everyone's mind across the country and around the world right now, and we all share a role in helping to reduce risks to prevent or slow the spread of disease," says HouseCheck Chairman and CEO, Dennis Conforto.
HouseCheck President and COO, Bill Klehm, adds, "Our specialists are highly trained to identify, assess and effectively reduce health hazards, making this program our obligation to help protect the health and safety of employees and customers and keep the doors of businesses, schools and government services open."
As a consortium of acknowledged environmental specialists and experts, HouseCheck's Virus Removal and Decontamination Services provide businesses a range of capabilities and options, from rapid response decontamination to a general assessment of environmental conditions conducive to pathogens. Utilizing recognized best practices and based on the most current scientific knowledge, methods, and materials, the combination provides businesses an industry leading effective, thorough and rapid protocol to decontaminate their buildings and return them to service with minimal service interruption. In the last 72 hours, leading businesses and schools in the Detroit area have assessed the HouseCheck service and over 25 million square feet of buildings are in various stages of contract discussions for HouseCheck's proprietary decontamination services.
According to Ken Siders, Senior VP of HouseCheck Environmental Services, "We have developed a program that can decontaminate buildings rapidly, reliably and with very high effectiveness utilizing a proprietary process and materials that are safe for both occupants and the environment. All backed by a recognized scientific team and an existing global network of expert remediation and decontamination companies."
The HouseCheck Decontamination Team has extensive experience and adheres to industry standards outlined by IICRC, BPI, CICTI, IWA, NADCA, etc. Using the latest virus and pathogen remediation protocols, HouseCheck provides organizations the agility to act quickly and effectively to alleviate public health threats. Network team capabilities include: 

Fast decontamination response to a confirmed COVID-19 event with prior planning in place

Disinfection of all high touch surfaces

Disinfectant application to HVAC systems (using NADCA certified processes and technicians)

Precipitation of airborne viral vectors from the breathable interior airspace

Altering the building environment to significantly reduce conditions conducive to viral and pathogen survival

Third party pre-testing and assessment of the site with custom remediation protocols created for the disinfection process

Third party post testing and assessment of the process and verification of the resulting environmental state, along with a written report with sample and pictorial documentation

Collaboration with a customer's existing cleaning crews to initiate specific ongoing disinfecting practices

Services are available nationwide. More information may be found at http://coronacheck.global/.
About HouseCheck 
National HouseCheck Corporation provides a diverse array of services benefiting home sellers, buyers and Real Estate professionals, including environmental services for homes, businesses, and other structures, home inspections, home history reports, home warranties, smart home technologies, and more. Learn more about how HouseCheck at https://housecheck.com.




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COVID-19 is going to impact every business, but MSPs have opportunities for growth in this time of crisis.

DALLAS (PRWEB) MARCH 14, 2020
COVID-19 is going to affect every business and every person and it will have a long-term impact on every MSP business.
When it comes to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) virus pandemic, MSPs should consider themselves as first responders in helping clients mitigate the risk the virus presents to business. For MSPs, COVID-19 is a threat that, like ransomware, the MSP is in a unique position to help address through: 

Better education on the productivity tools the client already has like Microsoft Teams.

Implementation of the collaboration tools the client doesn't have, such as a proposed but not implemented migration to Microsoft Office.

Shifting in-office servers and line-of-business applications on desktops or phone systems to the cloud.

Helping clients identify costs-savings in internet connections, line-of-business applications or processes.

Implementing company intranets to help clients communicate better with remote workers.

Improving training capabilities to compensate for a lack of in-house help.

And, in severe cases, helping clients deal with staff reductions in a secure and orderly way.

Changes that would have occurred more slowly will now happen at a much faster pace: 

The "work from anywhere" sales pitch MSPs have used in the past was previously a luxury that many businesses will now see as a necessity.

Long-term employee mobility will now become a mandatory part of any disaster recovery and continuity planning.

Onsite systems will be viewed as potential liabilities rather than optional ways of delivering services.

Adoption of software and systems that reduce labor costs or promote efficiency.

Initiatives to turn in-person meetings and conferences into virtual events. For MSPs, think client meetings over Teams rather than onsite.

Cloud-based security and security monitoring to protect workers outside of secured site environments.

Virtual desktops to reduce dependency or BYOD home computers.

MSPs should be offering clients free COVID-19 impact assessments to help identify the IT needs created by this threat.
Again, MSPs should consider themselves as first responders to the crisis and have a proactive plan to help clients weather the threat so they emerge stronger, leaner and more agile afterwards. It's nothing that MSPs haven't already been doing for years and something they are well prepared for.

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MSPs should consider themselves as first responders in helping clients mitigate the risk the virus presents to business.



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Dr. Stephen Press of Upper Montclair Dental Associates has once again been reviewed and approved by NJ Top Dentists. Dr. Press has a philosophy of high quality, patient-orientated dental care that always takes place in his warm, comfortable and friendly office environment.
Dr. Press is equipped to handle all of his patient's dental needs, ranging from routine cleanings, to fillings, to bruxism devices. Dr. Press makes it a point to empower his patients to make better informed decisions about their oral health needs.
What makes Dr. Press's office, Upper Montclair Dental Associates unique is its comprehensive approach to evaluations and treatment. Dr. Press and his staff understand that a single tooth itself can not walk through the door - a person does.
What may be perceived as a tooth problem may have actually started as a gum problem or a bite problem. Dr. Press's team evaluates the entire craniomandibular system: your teeth, gums, bone, ligaments, jaws joints, and musculature, as all these parts work together bio-mechanically and leave clues on your teeth and gums. All of this is done so Dr. Press can educate his patients on their oral health and offer them options and solutions to fit care into their lifestyle.
To learn more about Dr. Stephen Press and Upper Montclair Dental Associates, please visit: https://njtopdocs.com/nj-dentists/drstephenpress/.
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With the outbreak of COVID-19 rocking the globe, long-term care patients and staff are at heightened risk. Advanced medical technology is the solution for facilities in immediate need of safe telemonitoring solutions to screen, monitor and protect vulnerable populations.

NEW YORK (PRWEB) MARCH 15, 2020
In response to the outbreak of COVID-19 and the life-threatening risk to long-term care patients, RYK Solutions is bringing TelemetRYK to facilities in immediate need of a safe, telemonitoring solution to screen, monitor and protect vulnerable populations.
A telemedicine-focused approach to screening, triaging, monitoring and treating patients will assist health care providers in safely managing this pandemic. In fact, China is currently using biosensors and remote patient monitoring to contain COVID-19 (1). This is a proven response, one that is being recommended in an article released yesterday by The New England Journal of Medicine. Telemedicine "allows patients to be efficiently screened, is both patient-centered and conducive to self-quarantine, and it protects patients, clinicians, and the community from exposure. It can allow physicians and patients to communicate 24/7, using smartphones or webcam-enabled computers," the authors write, adding that "Respiratory symptoms — which may be early signs of Covid-19 — are among the conditions most commonly evaluated with this approach" (2).
RYK Solutions is committed to those long-term care and home care facilities not yet set up for telehealth platforms, with an immediate and coordinated adoption strategy that includes biosensors and tablets with clear guidelines for cardiac and respiratory vital signs. With no on-boarding required, the technology comes with a simple tutorial and requires no extra manpower and no specialized clinical or medical training or expertise to use. With this simple, out-of-the-box approach long-term care facilities can instantly arm their staff with life-saving technology.
Considering that it is currently difficult to detect and predict the severity of COVID-19 in carriers (especially considering few show symptoms for multiple weeks), constant monitoring within long-term care facilities will protect vulnerable populations. The monitoring platforms can be accessed anytime and support real-time tracking of patient vital signs including oxygen saturation and respiratory rates, body temperature, heart rate and heart rate variability, and blood pressure.
TelemetRYK addresses the high risks posed by COVID-19, especially to cardiac and pulmonary patients, for whom the virus can be deadly. Monitoring patients entering a facility and quarantining symptomatic patients while utilizing vital sign monitoring technology can be critical to keeping long-term care facilities safe for at-risk patients. Facilities in need of vital sign monitoring technology should reach out to the team at RYK Solutions, who will will send tablets and biosensors immediately.
ABOUT RYK SOLUTIONS 
RYK Solutions specializes in introducing med-tech responses to clinical communities across the country and recognizes that turnkey monitoring augmented by data-based analytics will improve patient outcomes, leading to fewer readmissions and a reduction in healthcare costs. Learn more at https://ryksolutions.com/.
FOR MORE INFORMATION 
For more information about this technology or RYK Solutions initiatives, please contact Ruth Folger Kalatsky, President at 347-631-0100 or by email at RuthRYK@gmail.com or Kimberley Fowler at 647-886-3049.
SOURCES: 
1. Pennic, Fred. "Hong Kong's Dept. of Health Taps Biofourmis' Remote Monitoring Platform to Fight Coronavirus." published by HIT Consultant on March 4, 2020. Available online: https://hitconsultant.net/2020/03/04/hong-kong-doh-biofoourmis-coronavirus-outbreak/#.XmumAahKiUk
2. Hollander, Judd E. M.d., and Brendan G. Carr, M.D. "Virtually Perfect? Telemedicine for Covid-19". published by The New England Journal of Medicine. March 12, 2020. Available online: https://www.nejm.org/doi/pdf/10.1056/NEJMp2003539?articleTools=true



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Futura Mobility will offer its employees and their household members access to HGE Health's remote symptom management platform in an effort to contain COVID-19

FT. WASHINGTON, PA. (PRWEB) MARCH 15, 2020
Futura Mobility did not have to look far for a solution to protect its employees and the members of their households during the current COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. Futura Mobility selected fellow Ft. Washington-based service provider HGE Health to remotely monitor exposure and symptoms exhibited by Futura Mobility's employees. Based on the symptom data, employees suspected of having COVID-19 are able to be monitored before returning to the office or otherwise coming into contact with other employees, thereby preventing the virus from spreading. Medical care can then be rendered remotely to a vast majority of COVID-19 patients who will recuperate at home, while severely-ill patients can be directed to a local healthcare facility.
During the COVID-19 pandemic employees will fall into one of three categories: (i) confirmed COVID-19 positive, (ii) exposed to COVID-19, and (iii) the rest of the workforce. Confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19 requires a positive laboratory test, and exposed individuals are those who have been within 6 feet of someone who has been positively diagnosed with COVID-19. Employers will be challenged to balance travel and work requirements with the need to reduce exposure among the workforce through social distancing and telecommuting. Individuals known to have been exposed to persons testing positively for COVID-10 will not necessarily require medical care or limits to be imposed on their activities. Instead, they will require self-quarantining to minimize exposure to others, including during periods prior to exhibiting symptoms, and to monitor symptoms and identify cases severe enough to require immediate in-person medical attention.
This challenge is even more daunting for employers, such as Futura Mobility, that employ a staff of consultants and others who travel as part of their employment and are particularly susceptible to the effects of a widespread outbreak of COVID-19. "Many members of our workforce take flights, spend nights in hotels, and visit customer facilities every month" explained Stephanie DeNicola, Director of Human Resources of Futura Mobility. "Such high-traffic environments exponentially increase the likelihood of contracting COVID-19, which can then be spread to our customers' personnel as well as the staff in our headquarters."
"Even a small-scale outbreak has the potential to cause significant disruption to business operations and finances as well as our customers," said David Guilian, CEO, of Futura Mobility. "We are helping customers deploy systems to support distance learning and telecommuting like Real-Time Learning to promote business continuity, but these solutions will only be successful if they are accessed by a healthy workforce. For this reason and, more importantly, for the wellbeing of our employees and our customers' employees it was an easy decision to engage HGE Health to monitor the symptoms of our employees and their households during this unprecedented time. We are looking forward to finalizing our onboarding plan and getting started."
HGE Health's digital platform and technology-enabled services, called HGE Care, allows physicians to remotely care for and manage patients from anywhere in the nation or internationally. HGE Care was originally developed to help Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) patients better understand and manage changes in their COPD symptoms, but the platform has been adapted to collect exposure, quarantine, common, and "other" COVID-19 symptoms per the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines, lending itself to containment and management of the COVID-19 pandemic. The platform is simple to use via a smartphone application and tracks symptoms experienced by patients on a daily basis. COVID-related symptoms can be triaged and care coordinated by HGE's nurses or directed in accordance with an existing action plan.
COVID-19 has now spread to over 110 countries around the world, infecting more than 120,000 and killing more than 4,000. The World Health Organization ("WHO") recognizes that the severity of Coronavirus is linked to the age and health condition of patients. Patients of an advanced age (at least 60 years old) and diagnosed with a co-morbid disease are the most likely to experience a severe infection of Coronavirus, which requires special treatment of patients such as those enrolled in HGE Health's platform who suffer from a respiratory condition. The WHO's clinical management recommendation states that oxygen therapy is the major treatment intervention for patients with a severe Coronavirus infection, as patients with acute respiratory infection are at a significant risk of critical illness. Mortality in those with critical illness has been reported as over 50%, according to the WHO, thus the implementation of proven critical care interventions such as lung-protective ventilation should be optimized.
About HGE Health 
Headquartered in Fort Washington, PA, HGE Health harnesses its deep experience in chronic disease management and digital health in pulmonary disease, telemedicine, and mobile health to develop a clinical services platform that delivers better care faster at a much lower cost for patients, physicians, and payors. Built on clinical protocols developed and supported by 16 years of research, the company's technology has compiled the longest-running and world's largest longitudinal data set of COPD symptoms, interventions and clinical management to help physicians provide care for a geographically and socio-economically diverse COPD and pulmonary patient population.
About Futura Mobility 
Futura Mobility is a privately-held IT services organization specializing in technology solutions for healthcare and enterprise clients. Founded in 1992, the company has evolved from a technology reseller and service organization to a strategic partner by combining mobility with specific industry expertise. Through collaboration with some of the most forward-thinking technology companies, Futura Mobility offers customers an innovative, cohesive solution to address enterprise IT challenges.

"Even a small-scale outbreak has the potential to cause significant disruption to business operations and finances as well as our customers," said David Guilian, CEO, of Futura Mobility.




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To assist schools during the Coronavirus pandemic, Global Teletherapy will be offering free Support Webinars to quarantined students through June 2020. They are meant to help students cope with the anxiety of COVID-19, with age appropriate programming. Registration is required.

BALTIMORE (PRWEB) MARCH 15, 2020
The response to the COVID-19 virus is unprecedented. Global Teletherapy services K-12 schools virtually with therapeutic services. Because of our unique role in children's education, Global Teletherapy would like to support the thousands of children with new anxieties over being quarantined by many U.S. school districts. We feel a responsibility to do what we can to assist schools, therapists and students with this transition to online learning and seclusion.
As the number of homebound students grows exponentially everyday, we want to ensure that students remain engaged and healthy. Our therapists will be providing complimentary "Support Sessions" to the country's youth. The current school mental health programs may not have the capacity to adequately serve the students who may be uncertain or anxious. The online formats may also be hard to navigate for current school therapists.
Starting March 23rd, these ½ hour Support Sessions will be held daily through June. They will range in age formats to discuss specific concerns. The group sessions will focus on keeping the students calm and engaged while homebound due to the current situation. More information on the times and topics will be available on our website shortly.
Global Teletherapy, with its mission to help students regardless of location, is committed to helping students achieve their best selves. Should you have any questions on our services, please email us at info@globalteletherapy.com. We wish you a safe and healthy day as you navigate through this turbulent time.
About Global Teletherapy: 
Global Teletherapy provides live online therapeutic services through state-of-the-art video conferencing to schools across the country. This critical service connects students in K-12 schools with high-quality speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and mental health professionals. Because of their responsive communication, personal attention, and concern for detail that ensure the success of the student and school communities, Global Teletherapy has become a leader in the industry. For more information visit http://www.globalteletherapy.com.

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Because of our unique role in children's education, Global Teletherapy would like to support the thousands of children with new anxieties over being quarantined by many U.S. school districts.




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Latest Acne Treatment - Gold Photothermal Therapy

SINGAPORE (PRWEB) MARCH 16, 2020
What is Gold Photothermal Therapy?
The Clifford Clinic is pleased to announce their latest treatment for recurrent acne: Gold Photothermal Therapy (Gold PTT). It uses a combination of nanotechnology, ultrasound and a unique laser to treat acne at its core. Performed by the skilled and experienced team at The Clifford Clinic led by Dr. Gerard Ee and Dr. Chow Yuen Ho, Gold PTT acne treatment may just be the silver bullet to the acne nightmares plaguing many.
How does Gold PTT work?
As the name suggests, the key component in Gold PTT is the gold nanoparticles, specially engineered to have increased affinity for the pores of the skin. This allows them to be precisely and accurately delivered into the pores of the skin when using sonophoresis (a type of drug delivery using ultrasound).
During treatment, an ampoule containing the gold nanoparticles are applied onto the patient's face after the latter is cleansed. Following that, the gold nanoparticles are delivered into the pores via sonophoresis. This is performed using Bellasonic, an ultrasound machine imported from South Korea designed for skin treatments. Excess gold nanoparticles left on the skin surface are then wiped off.
A specialised long-pulse diode laser is then used to excite the nanoparticles, heating them up. This heat thermally lyses the sebaceous glands in targeted pores, reducing their secretion permanently. This heat also kills Cutibacterium acnes (bacteria responsible for causing acne), reducing the risks of inflammatory pustules and papules forming. Overall, this provides a long-term solution to recurrent acne.
Unlike other lasers used in dermatology, the diode laser used in Gold PTT does not interact with the skin directly, only interacting with the gold nanoparticles. This allows for a highly localised treatment where healthy skin is left undisturbed. The leftover gold nanoparticles are inert and will not react with skin tissue and secretion. They will eventually be shed off together with dead epidermal cells.
Furthermore, the treatment is practically painless, and most patients only report mild tingly sensations during the treatment.
Why Gold PTT?
Dr. Gerard Ee, Medical Director of The Clifford Clinic, believes that all skin problems, like acne, should be tackled at the roots.
The Clifford Clinic always puts the interests of their patients in the first place. Hence, Dr. Ee is always on the lookout for the latest treatment methods and technologies in aesthetics medicine. He has set his eyes on Gold PTT this time as it has seen promising clinical results while causing minimal discomfort, and has seen practically no cases of severe side effects in clinical studies.
Dr. Ee also believes in offering a variety of options for the same condition. Even though The Clifford Clinic already offers a wide range of options to treat and prevent acne and its symptoms, (AGNES Acne, Q Switch Laser and V beam laser) Dr. Ee has decided to bring in Gold PTT as it works via a different mechanism compared to the other treatments on offer. Because every individual has different expectations and requirements, having multiple treatment types on offer allows him to tailor-make the treatment routine for every single of his patients.
"At Clifford, we will provide no less than what is needed, and more if the patients desire so," Says Dr Ee. "We do our best to ensure that everyone walks out more than satisfied."
With promising results, practically no side effects, no downtime and minimal discomfort, it is easy to see why practitioners of aesthetics medicine like Dr. Ee have high confidence in Gold PTT. Especially with technical advancements in nanotechnology allowing Gold particles to be manufactured in nano sizes, Gold PTT truly puts the "gold" in the gold standards for acne treatment.
For more information, please refer to the website http://cliffordclinic.com.
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"At Clifford, we will provide no less than what is needed, and more if the patients desire so," Says Dr Ee. "We do our best to ensure that everyone walks out more than satisfied."



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Dr. I. Stephen Brown Awarded "Top Dentist in the Field of Periodontics," by Philadelphia Magazine for the eleventh year in a row.

PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) MARCH 16, 2020
Every year, Philadelphia Magazine issues an award to the top dental professional in the area for outstanding quality of care. This year, the magazine named local practitioner, Dr. I. Stephen Brown "Top Dentist in the Field of Periodontics," which is now the eleventh year in a row that he has received this accolade.
No popularity contest, Philadelphia Magazine uses a robust process for determining those it names as top-raking professionals in the field of dentistry. First, it polls dentists in the city of Philadelphia and seven surrounding counties for nominations. It then asks them to vote on whom they think are the most respected practitioners currently operating in the region. After collecting the results, the magazine sends a shortlist of names to a panel of distinguished dental professionals from the local area who then use their expertise to make the final adjudication.
Dr. Brown's success in 2020 is not only a reflection of his skills as a periodontist, but also his role as a leading opinion-maker and educator in the dental community. Professionals from across the area hold him in high regard because of his contributions to the field, which include sponsorship of a variety of ongoing educational programs, his role as the Director of The Albert Einstein Dental Implant Center, and his teaching roles at Temple Dental School and the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine.
Those who know Dr. Brown celebrate him as an innovator. He was, for instance, the first practitioner in the area to be trained to use the minimally-invasive LANAP procedure, a technique designed to help reduce the symptoms of gum disease. He is also one of the few periodontists in Philadelphia to use phase-contrast microscope technology to identify bacterial risk markers associated with periodontal disease.
Dr. Brown's 2020 Philadelphia Magazine Top Dentist Award is a reflection of his prominence across the dental world, as well as an indication of the impact he has had on his community. He is intensely concerned about the quality of patient care, and has pioneered a range of novel scanning techniques, including dental implant CT imaging, which reduces radiation exposure.
This latest achievement of Dr. Brown signals a man at the top of his professions, continuing to provide significant value to the community he serves. This year, the competition from aspiring dentists in the Philadelphia area was intense, which underscores the esteem in which Dr. Brown is held by his peers, and cements him as one of the most celebrated oral health practitioners in the metropolitan area.
For those considering periodontal care, Dr. Brown is clearly a leader in the field, as judged by a panel of his peers. He uses the very latest techniques to enhance the quality of the patient experience, while also reducing the risk that people face every time they visit their dentist. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients and enjoys getting to know all those patients who come to see him because of his expertise, skill and judgment.
For more information, please call Dr. Brown's office at 215-735-3660 or by visiting https://www.theperiogroup.com




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