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Don’t Procrastinate: Plan Now for Personal and Family Legal Needs

2011-06-07T11:58:00.000-07:00

Don’t Procrastinate: Plan Now for Personal and Family Legal Needs

Despite a heightened awareness of financial matters at this time of year, many people don’t have a strong sense of urgency about long-range planning for legal and financial matters that affect them and loved ones.

Des Moines, Iowa (PRWEB) April 2, 2010

Tax season is a good time to consider individual and family legal needs and make sure that wills, directives and other estate and tax-planning matters are in order, according to ARAG®, a global leader of legal insurance. (http://www. araggroup. com)

"It's often said, the only things certain in life are death and taxes, and for people who feverishly work to meet the April 15 federal tax deadline, both certainties seem equally appealing," says Jim Barone, JD, Senior Vice President at ARAG.

To deal with the complexities and confusion of tax preparation, Barone suggests looking to reputable sources, including the Internal Revenue Service (www. IRS. gov) for helpful information on filing, errors to avoid and specific filing situations for taxpayers.

"Despite a heightened awareness of financial matters at this time of year," says Barone, "Many people don't have a strong sense of urgency about long-range planning for legal and financial matters that affect them and loved ones. Legal (http://www. araggroup. com/) and financial issues are inextricably intertwined. So, why not take the time this tax season to ensure you've done the right planning for 2010 and beyond?"

Barone says, "People have many types of financial needs and concerns, and since the future is uncertain, it's important to address estate, tax and legal-related matters, sooner rather than later. Among the legal documents that people need to have are a properly-executed durable power of attorney, a will and a living will or advance health care directive."

ARAG (www. ARAGgroup. com]), which has an international premium base of almost $2 billion, protects 15.5 million individuals and their families – worldwide. ARAG offers comprehensive legal plans (http://www. araggroup. com/) that provide a smart and trusted path for resolving legal issues. This enables people to protect their families, finances and futures.

This press release was distributed through PR Web by Human Resources Marketer (HR Marketer: www. HRmarketer. com) on behalf of the company listed above.

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EePulse, Inc. Leadership Pulse Study Shows Leaders Less Energetic and Less Confident

2011-06-07T10:18:00.000-07:00

EePulse, Inc. Leadership Pulse Study Shows Leaders Less Energetic and Less Confident

Study conducted by eePulse, Inc. indicates leaders are less energetic and confident than one year ago.

Ann Arbor, MI (PRWEB) July 21, 2005 -

Today, eePulse, Inc., www. eepulse. com, announced the results of the most recent Leadership Pulse, which continued to trend leadership energy and confidence. The Leadership Pulse research comes from a sample of over 4,000 executives who participate in short, real-time, eePulse Surveys conducted every two months.

Results

A total of 369 worldwide executives (31% C-level, 23% VP-level and 25% Directors) responded to questions about their energy and business-confidence levels. Results below show change in scores since July, 2004.

(The numbers appear below in this order:

Variable

Score in May, 2005*

Score in Summer, 2004-July)

Energy (mean or average)

6.25

6.72

Energy (% in high energy zone)

53%

62%

Energy (% in low energy zone)

12%

Confidence in the overall leadership team of their firms (% saying they are confident)

73%

76%

Confidence in economic climate of their business

63%

65%

Confidence that they have the right people and skills.

59%

63%

Confidence in their ability to execute on their companyÂs vision

60%

67%

Confidence in their firmÂs ability to change as needed.

56%

65%

Confidence in their own personal leadership and management skills.

88%

92%

All changes from 2004 to 2005 are statistically significant at the.05 probability level or less.

In addition, when asked what key factors influence their confidence in their firmÂs ability to grow, comments from respondents indicated:

18% Sales 18% Leadership/Management 18% People 16% Culture 14% Financial 16% Other

What the results mean:

EePulseÂs long-term, predictive research (using regression analysis and control variables) shows that energy and confidence at time one predict firm performance at time two. ÂWhen we see confidence in all aspects of business go down, with the highest drop in the degree to which these leaders think their firms can change, we should begin to worry,Â states Theresa Welbourne, Ph. D., eePulse, Inc. President and CEO. ÂMany respondents indicated that leadership, culture and high-quality employees make them succeed, and they were concerned about people leaving. After years of not worrying about turnover, organizations are starting see good people leave. With the job market picking up, it will be difficult to retain best talent, and that may be why confidence is lagging.Â

Potential solution:

To avoid future problems, Welbourne suggests that organizations monitor the indicators of leadership health. ÂContinuous adjustments should be made to keep leadership energy and confidence in line with organizational needs,Â she states. ÂFirm performance is maximized when leaders are working in their productivity zone and confident that they can both execute their vision and change as needed.Â To view the entire report, please visit http://www. eepulse. com/leadership_reports. html (http://www. eepulse. com/leadership_reports. html). To participate in the study, please see www. eepulse. com.

About eePulse, Inc.

EePulse, Inc. delivers technology and research-consulting services that support Data and Dialogue Driven LeadershipÂ processes. Using eePulseÂs proprietary, web-based enterprise-wide software suite called MeasurecomÂ (measurement and communication), organizations and leaders immediately improve their performance. Productivity enhancement comes from action taken in response to real-time stakeholder information. Using Pulse Survey and Pulse Reporting engines, data are provided as frequently as weekly so that immediate action can be taken to act on Âbreaking news.Â Managers solve problems and pursue opportunities today, improving quality, enhancing customer service, realigning strategy, and improving organizational agility, learning and performance at all levels. The complete Measurecom product suite includes Pulse surveys, Pulse Reports, Communicate-back tools, Issue tracking, Action planning, Learning modules, Proprietary metrics such as Energy Pulse, Suggestion Pulse, and ChangeStep Pulse, in addition to ROI analysis and reporting. For additional information, please call 877-377-8573 or visit www. eepulse. com.

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National Group Honors Champions for Older Workers

2011-06-06T14:29:00.000-07:00

National Group Honors Champions for Older Workers

Experience Works honored its 2009 National Champions for older workers at events held this week In Washington, D. C. The recognition was held in conjunction with National Employ Older Workers Week. The National Champions are from Missouri, Oregon and Puerto Rico.

Washington, D. C. (PRWEB) September 24, 2009

Experience Works has announced its 2009 National Champions for older workers. They are Lorraine Loy from Raymondville, Missouri; the Municipality of Yauco, Puerto Rico; and the Home Instead Senior Care franchise in Lane County, Oregon.

Experience Works, the nation's largest nonprofit training and employment organization for older workers, chose the national winners from among nominations submitted from Puerto Rico and the 30 states in which Experience Works administers the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP). Experience Works introduced the winners during a briefing on Capitol Hill as part of National Employ Older Workers Week.

The three Champion Award categories are: Experience Works Participant Champion, recognizing an older worker who has overcome significant barriers to achieve workplace success; Host Agency Champion, honoring a nonprofit agency or public entity that has provided outstanding on-the-job training opportunities to older workers; and Employer Champion, highlighting an employer's dedication to hiring and retaining older workers.

The 2009 Experience Works National Champions by category are:

Participant National Champion - Lorraine Loy, Raymondville, Missouri: Lorraine Loy's positive attitude, perseverance and willingness to learn new skills helped her land a new job and serve as an example for other older individuals who are looking for work.

The 60-year-old and her husband, who suffers from health problems, moved from Louisiana to Houston, Missouri, in search of a better life shortly after Hurricane Rita turned their lives upside-down. However, jobs were scarce, and the couple soon found themselves in a desperate financial situation - often choosing between medicine and food. Never one to rely on charity,

Lorraine turned to Experience Works and was given an opportunity to update her job skills through on-the-job training assignments at a local food pantry and the USDA Forest Service. In June 2008, she accepted a permanent full-time position with the Forest Service and, for the first time in five years, she began receiving health insurance benefits.

Host Agency National Champion - The Municipality of Yauco, Puerto Rico: A SCSEP host agency since 2001, the Municipality of Yauco has been extremely generous with its time, facilities and materials - providing older workers with the opportunity to achieve a better quality of life.

During the past four years, Yauco served as the training site for 54 Experience Works participants - providing training for groundskeepers, office clerks, receptionists, maintenance workers and mechanic's helpers. Thirty-four of these participants have entered into employment with the Municipality. Through supportive services, Yauco has provided participants with unsubsidized housing, assistance with first month's rent and utilities payments. The agency also provides transportation for health services and other appointments.

Employer National Champion - Home Instead Senior Care franchise office in Lane County, Oregon: An international provider of non-medical home care services for seniors, Home Instead Senior Care has always recognized the valuable qualities of mature workers - depending on their reliability, strong work ethic and ability to relate to other seniors.

The Home Instead Senior Care franchise office in Lane County, Oregon, has demonstrated a strong commitment to hiring older workers. The office offers flexible hours and the majority of its staff is 50 years old or older. In addition, the Home Instead Senior Care office recently worked with Experience Works to develop a unique training program for SCSEP participants. The specially-designed, two-week training curriculum includes courses in Red Cross CPR, First Aid, The Aging Brain, Alzheimer's disease, Medication Management and Conflict Resolution. Each graduate receives a Certificate of Completion. To date, 14 Experience Works participants have completed the program and 11 have secured employment with Home Instead Senior Care.

"We are delighted to honor these outstanding individuals and organizations and recognize the contributions they make in their communities," said Cynthia Metzler, president and CEO of Experience Works. "We greatly appreciate their efforts and the support of all of our partners as we work to fulfill our mission to improve the lives of older people through training, community service and employment."

For more information about the Experience Works Champion Awards, or to find out about Experience Works' services available to older job seekers, host agencies or employers, please visit www. experienceworks. org or call 866-397-9757.

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Ashton Woods Dallas Rings in the Holidays; Partners with US Marine Corps’ Toys for Tots

2011-06-06T08:24:00.000-07:00

Ashton Woods Dallas Rings in the Holidays; Partners with US Marine Corps’ Toys for Tots

Event Runs November 1- December 15th; Prizes, New Home Incentives

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) November 11, 2010

Ashton Woods Homes, a premiere builder of energy-efficient new homes in the Dallas area, today announced that they are promoting a "Home Full of Wishes" toy drive and open house event.

The "Home Full of Wishes" promotion will be supporting the US Marine Corp’s Toys For Tots Organization. Every Ashton Woods model home in the Greater Dallas area will be a donation site for toys for Toys for Tots. For each toy donated, one will be entered for a chance to win $250 in American Express Gift Cards. The more toys one donates, the more chances they have of winning. Also, if one donates a toy and purchases their new home between November 1, 2010 and December 15, 2010, they will receive an additional $1,000 in incentives. Current Ashton Woods’ homeowners can also participate in this promotion for a chance to win.

There will also be two toy drives where a member of the US Marine Corp will be in attendance. Folks are encouraged to bring a toy, enjoy refreshments and be entered to win an American Express Gift Card. The two toy drives will be held at the following locations:

Quail Run in Allen, Saturday November 13th from 1-3PM. Take I-75 North, exit Stacy and head West. Turn left on Curtis, right on Pelican, right on Palisade. Model home is on the corner of Palisade and Pelican.

Bellaire Ridge in Ft Worth, Sunday December 5th from 2-5PM – and Santa Claus will be present. From Downtown Fort Worth: Head south on I-35W, then west on I-20 and take the Bryant Irvin Road exit. Turn left, heading south. Continue past Oakmont to Bellaire Drive. Turn right onto Bellaire drive and the Community will be on your right.

Click for more information about Homes for sale in Dallas or Ashton Woods Homes.

About Ashton Woods Homes
Headquartered in Atlanta Georgia, Ashton Woods builds high-performance new homes in growth communities in Dallas, Atlanta, Austin, Houston, Orlando, Phoenix, Raleigh and Tampa. Close to jobs, shopping and transportation corridors, Ashton Woods effectively balances healthy-home features with energy efficiency in their Power House Green homes – which can save homeowners as much as 45% per year on utility bills.

One of the Great Gulf Group of Companies, Ashton Woods offers the accessibility, accountability and hands-on customer service of a local home builder with the experience, resources and financial strength of an international firm. Over the past 35 years, Ashton Woods has become known for designing versatile, energy-efficient homes priced from the $120s to the $400s. Now building in 13 of Dallas area’s most well-located communities, the company is a Diamond Level Environments for Living™ and Energy Star® builder and is honored with the most coveted local, regional and national awards.

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Sheltie's Stories Helps Kids and Parents Communicate

2011-06-05T23:59:00.000-07:00

Sheltie's Stories Helps Kids and Parents Communicate

It's not easy being a kid. There are lots of things to know and learn, and some of them are scary. It's not easy being a parent, either. Sometimes it's hard to find the right words to explain a situation, share our values, or comfort our kids. An award-winning book by UW alumnus James Beverly (MA '68) helps both parents and children to talk about important subjects with the assistance of an unusual guide - a Shetland sheepdog named Seamus.

Waterloo, Ontario (PRWEB) November 13, 2008

Article by Beth Bohnert,
Published in @UWaterloo, University of Waterloo's, Alumni e-newsletter.
University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

It's not easy being a kid. There are lots of things to know and learn, and some of them are scary.

It's not easy being a parent, either. Sometimes it's hard to find the right words to explain a situation, share our values, or comfort our kids.

An award-winning book by University of Waterloo alumnus James Beverly (MA '68) helps both parents and children to talk about important subjects with the assistance of an unusual guide - a Shetland sheepdog named Seamus.

In The Adventures of Seamus the Sheltie, the lovable sheepdog both learns and teaches valuable lessons about trust, compassion, and even proper behaviour on car trips. But wisely, the book doesn't preach. Seamus isn't perfect; he gets into some frightening situations and occasionally does things he's not "'post to."

Small children will relate to Seamus' simple way of speaking. James based the dog's language on canine physiology (dogs can't say the "th" sound, for instance, because their tongues get in the way) and a vocabulary based on the 65 human words that Seamus understands.

Kids can also identify with Seamus' feelings - his exhilaration at feeling the wind through a car window, his curiosity when confronted by a strange neighbour, or his fear of going to (shudder) the vet. A discussion guide at the back of the book makes it easier for parents to introduce their own discussions based on the stories.

James grew up in Detroit, Michigan and came to UW to study under noted child psychologist Richard Walters. This led to a career in the fields of mental health, substance abuse and developmental disabilities. In his work with children in distress, he noticed that many families felt uncomfortable when it came to talking about their values. And there were no resources available to help them.

Remembering the animal tales told to him as a child by his grandfather, James decided to use stories to help parents introduce important subjects in an enjoyable way. He had plenty of material, thanks to the exploits of his sheltie, Seamus.

Yes, Seamus is a real dog, and the photographs from his various adventures add an attractive dimension of reality to the stories. There's fantasy and humour here, too, as in the adventure of the Halloween Frog Pie, when Seamus outwits a band of aggressive amphibians.

The Adventures of Seamus the Sheltie was recently awarded the prestigious Parent to Parent Adding Wisdom Award in the "Children's Book" and the "Gifts for Children" categories. These awards recognize exemplary products that entertain and teach, while inspiring imagination and creativity. Entries are judged by panels of experts and are tested by real families. Previous winners include Disney and PBS.

"I am absolutely thrilled and honored to receive these awards," says James. "It is very humbling to be among such prestigious company. And to be recognized in two separate categories is a special honor."

It seems that Seamus is enjoying the spotlight, too. Children recognize him on the street, and his veterinarian refers to him as "Famous Seamus." Glory hasn't turned his head, however; James says he's the same gentle dog who once adopted an orphaned squirrel.

But you'll have to read the book to hear the end of that story.

The Adventures of Seamus the Sheltie is available through Nightengale Press, as well as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other major online booksellers.

The Adventures of Seamus the Sheltie can be purchased at:
Www. jamesbeverly. npauthors. com
Www. nightengalepress. com
Www. Amazon. com
Www. BarnesandNoble. com
All major on-line bookstores

Contact Information:
Nightengale Press (847) 810-8498
James Beverly (662) 415-0893 or email Dulcijlb @ wildblue. net

About James Beverly

James received his Bachelor of Science degree from Wayne State University in Detroit and a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Child Psychology from the University of Waterloo in Waterloo Ontario, Canada. He then spent two years in the Medical School at Queen's University in Kingston Ontario where he was involved in research projects involving physically handicapped children.

Since then James has worked in the fields of mental health and developmental disabilities as a therapist and administrator in nine states for over thirty five years. He has been nominated for a variety of state and regional awards for innovative clinical programming. Some of the programs that James developed were recognized and presented at national correctional and mental health conferences.

During his years of service, James worked directly with a wide variety of distressed children and their families. It was in these settings that James became acutely aware of the poor communication that existed in many of the families and the lack of family values that had been instilled in the children. James realized that most of these families were sincerely motivated to teach their children - but lacked the basic training and skills that were necessary. It was these experiences that laid the foundation for James later to author a book for children and their parents that was specifically designed to fill these values and communication gaps in a pleasant, fun, and non-threatening manner.

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Billy Ray Cyrus Signs On For Denim Day -- Pledges to Help in the Fight Against Breast Cancer and Asks Fans To Join His Team

2011-06-05T17:49:00.000-07:00

Billy Ray Cyrus Signs On For Denim Day -- Pledges to Help in the Fight Against Breast Cancer and Asks Fans To Join His Team

Television and country music star Billy Ray Cyrus joins other celebrities in wearing jeans Oct. 5th on behalf of the Women's Cancer Programs of the Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF)

Merriam, KS (PRWEB) August 27, 2007

Billy Ray Cyrus (https://register. denimday. com//TeamWebPage. cfm? tid=17046) is the latest name to be added to the roster of celebrities putting on their jeans on October 5 for Lee National Denim Day, one of the nation's largest single-day fundraisers for breast cancer.

Cyrus, who has a family history of breast cancer, has volunteered his time to the campaign which raises funds for the Women's Cancer Programs of EIF. He is asking people nationwide to wear their jeans on October 5 in exchange for a $5 donation for the fight against breast cancer.

A multi-platinum singer/songwriter and star of the hit Disney Channel series "Hannah Montana," Cyrus recently released his debut album for Walt Disney Records, "Home at Last." The CD is currently in the Top 15 on Billboard's Country Album chart.

To encourage people to participate, Cyrus has recorded both radio and television public service announcements and will do television interviews with stations across the country. Additionally, Cyrus has created an online team page (https://register. denimday. com//TeamWebPage. cfm? tid=17046), a new feature of the campaign, dedicated to "his girls"--his mom, wife, and three daughters. Fans that join his team on denimday. com (http://www. denimday. com) have a chance to win an autographed copy of "Home At Last" or a pink Les Paul Vixen guitar from Gibson Guitars.

"It's an honor for me to be able to represent the Entertainment Industry Foundation for this incredible cause through Lee National Denim Day," said Cyrus. "I can tell the women in my life how to handle a lot of things, but I can't protect them from breast cancer. I want to raise so much money that people stand back and say 'wow, that was fun and it did a lot of good.'"

With this commitment, Cyrus joins a list of honorary celebrity ambassadors who have built team pages on denimday. com, including 2007 lead ambassador Mariska Hargitay (https://register. denimday. com//TeamWebPage. cfm? tid=17043) and celebrated actresses Gabrielle Union (https://register. denimday. com/TeamWebPage. cfm? pID=17044) and Kerry Washington (https://register. denimday. com//TeamWebPage. cfm? tid=17045).

Also supporting Denim Day for the second year in a row is the cast of NBC's "The Office" - Steve Carell, John Krasinski, Reinn Wilson, Jenna Fischer, and B. J. Novak - who appear in a television public service announcement (http://www. youtube. com/watch? v=XaFTicBO-y0) which uses the show's signature quirky humor to ask viewers to get involved. The PSA will air on NBC stations throughout August and September and can also be viewed on denimday. com.

"We are so excited to have such a wonderful team of celebrities supporting Lee National Denim Day," said Liz Cahill, VP of Marketing and Communications for Lee Jeans. "Their involvement shows how many lives breast cancer touches, and gives fans a way to show their support by joining a team."

Net proceeds from Lee National Denim Day will help advance some of the most promising early detection and treatment research in the country. Specifically, the funds will be used by the Women's Cancer Programs of EIF to:
Establish the Lee Jeans Translational Laboratories which has brought together top-flight scientists at leading medical institutions including: Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center/David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA; The Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center/Johns Hopkins University Medical Institutions; Vanderbilt-Ingram Breast Cancer Program/Vanderbilt University; Havard Medical School; Pritzker School of Medicine/University of Chicago; and Baylor College of Medicine.

Support EIF's Breast Cancer Biomarker Discovery Project, a multi-year coalition effort by nationally and internationally recognized scientists and clinicians, including four Nobel laureates, who are collaborating in a groundbreaking research project to develop a blood test that can detect the cancer at an early stage when survival rates are highest. Medical institutions receiving funding include: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center; Institute for Systems Biology; Broad Institute of MIT & Harvard; Harvard Medical School/Dana Farber Cancer Institutes; University of Southern California/Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center; and Battelle/Pacific Northwest Laboratory.

Provide grassroots support to EIF's long-standing beneficiary the National Breast Cancer Coalition - the nation's leading grassroots breast cancer advocacy organization - to build out more evidence-based, web-based and print resources to help individuals make more informed decisions about risk, diagnosis and treatments options.

Companies, schools or organizations that register by visiting denimday. com or calling 1.800.521.5533 will receive a comprehensive participation kit, which includes educational materials in addition to supplies for easy coordination.

Lee® Jeans (http://www. lee. com) is a division of VF Corporation. (NYSE: VFC). Headquartered in Merriam, Kan., Lee manufactures and markets brand denim, casual pants, shirts, fleece and knit apparel. VF Corporation is a leader in branded lifestyle apparel including jeanswear, outdoor products, image apparel and sportswear. VF Corporation's press releases, annual report and other information can be accessed through the company's home page www. vfc. com.

The Entertainment Industry Foundation (http://www. eifoundation. org) (EIF), as a leading charitable organization of the entertainment industry, has distributed hundreds of millions of dollars to support charitable initiatives addressing critical health, education and social issues. Through its Women's Cancer Programs, the Entertainment Industry Foundation is committed to saving lives by raising awareness about the importance of early detection of breast and reproductive cancers, providing funds to advance treatment research, early detection methods, and supporting community programs that assist the millions of women and their families at risk of or affected by cancer. For questions about EIF's Women's Cancer Programs and information, visit www. eifoundation. org or call 800-426-0010.

Lee Jeans founded Lee National Denim Day, the largest single-day fundraiser for breast cancer. Last year, more than 1 million people participated and more than $5 million was raised. Celebrities involved in this year's event include Mariska Hargitay, Billy Ray Cyrus, Gabrielle Union, Kerry Washington and the cast of The Office.

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State Mandates Destroy Affordable Health Insurance

2011-06-05T06:58:00.000-07:00

State Mandates Destroy Affordable Health Insurance

State requirements of manadated insurance benefits increases the price of health insurance and directly adds to the number of uninsured. This trend is particularly hard-felt in student health insurance plans.

(PRWEB) February 8, 2005

State laws known as Âmandated benefitsÂ continue to be a primary obstacle to affordable health insurance in many states. This month MedSave. com announced that the nationÂs largest issuer of student health insurance discontinue selling policies in Montana because of the high cost of complying with state-mandated benefits laws. Many states have more than twenty of these mandated benefits, according to a 2003 report by the United States General Accounting Office.

Student health insurance is only viable if it costs significantly less than regular health insurance. Students generally have fewer health problems than older age groups, so student health plans are usually a trimmed-down type of policy priced at a fraction of the price of most other health insurance plans. A typical student health insurance costs under $100 per month, while an average health insurance plan for other adults costs about $400 per month. Adding the state-required mandates boosts the cost of regular health insurance by 7% to 17%, but almost doubles the cost of student health insurance, according to Tony Novak, principal of MedSave. com. At least one health insurance plan in Montana is exempt from state mandates under the law, but student health insurance is currently not exempt. The exit of this major insurance inevitably means that many Montana students will pay higher rates for their health insurance. Many other students will drop this coverage entirely. According to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal, each percentage increase in the price of insurance directly results in another 300,000 people opting to go without health insurance.

This most recent example in Montana is typical of a long-term trend working against firms like MedSave. com. MedSave. com is a national leader in online enrollment for low cost health insurance.

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Proposed Washington Tobacco Tax Increases Cause Committees to Clash

2011-06-04T13:09:00.000-07:00

Proposed Washington Tobacco Tax Increases Cause Committees to Clash

The joint hearing was comprised of the House Health Care and Wellness Committee headed by Rep. Cody and the House Finance Committee chaired by Rep. Hunter. Hunter is seeking ways to offset an anticipated $2.6 billion state budget shortfall while Cody’s stated goal is to “force people to quit smoking.” “Those objectives are counter-productive... – neither happens,” said Joe Arundel, owner of Rain City Cigar Store in Seattle, and member of the Board of Directors of the International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers Association (IPCPR).

Olympia, WA (PRWEB) January 17, 2010

Two Washington state legislative committees were at odds with each other at Thursday’s joint hearing regarding HB2493 aimed at increasing taxes on tobacco products.

The joint hearing was comprised of the House Health Care and Wellness Committee headed by Rep. Eileen Cody of Seattle and the House Finance Committee chaired by Rep. Ross Hunter of Medina. Hunter is seeking ways to offset an anticipated $2.6 billion state budget shortfall while Cody’s stated goal is to “force people to quit smoking.”

“Those objectives are counter-productive when it comes to increasing taxes on tobacco products – neither happens,” said Joe Arundel, owner of Rain City Cigar Store in Seattle, who testified at yesterday’s meeting.

“In fact, increased tobacco taxes cause many smokers to find ways around the higher taxes by engaging in illegal activities such as buying bootlegged products or by making their tobacco purchases in neighboring states where taxes are lower, or by purchasing tobacco products by mail-order or over the Internet. The result is the same: no tax revenues for the state of Washington and a loss of jobs and businesses within the state,” Arundel said.

Arundel is a member of the Board of Directors of the International Premium Cigar & Pipe Retailers Association. The IPCPR is a non-profit organization comprised of some 2,000 primarily small, mom-and-pop businesses that retail, manufacture or distribute premium cigars, pipes, tobacco and related accoutrements.

“People who have never enjoyed premium, hand-made cigars or pipes find it difficult to understand how different they are from cigarettes. Premium cigars and pipes make ordinary moments special and special moments extraordinary. They are indulged in relatively infrequently and are enjoyed for their social value as well as for their taste. That’s the way it’s been for centuries,” said Arundel.

Representing the Cigar Association of Washington was Dale Taylor who reminded the committees that tax reductions and reasonable tax caps on premium cigars and other tobacco products actually generate revenue increases for state treasuries whereas increased taxes cause those revenues to decline precipitously.

Chris McCalla, legislative director of the IPCPR, summarized what he called the principal reasons tobacco taxes should not be raised.

“They are regressive and disproportionately burdensome on lower - and middle-income people. They are an unreliable and unsustainable source of revenue. They are a discriminatory tax on a minority of the population. They hurt local businesses and the overall economy, and they encourage cross-border, black market, and Internet purchases,” McCalla said. “And everyone knows that human nature cannot be legislatively controlled,” he added.

Contact:

Tony Tortorici
678/493-0313
Tony(at)tortoricipr(dot)com

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Leading Global Marketing and Promotion Company - Arno NA - Retained by Creative Enterprises International, Inc. to Develop Distribution Plan For New Enhanced Bottled Beverage 'Skinny WaterÂ®'

2011-06-04T12:11:00.000-07:00

Leading Global Marketing and Promotion Company - Arno NA - Retained by Creative Enterprises International, Inc. to Develop Distribution Plan For New Enhanced Bottled Beverage 'Skinny WaterÂ®'

Creative Enterprises International, Inc. http://www. creativepi. com (OTCBB: CEII. PK ), a health and beverage consumer products company, announced today that it has signed Arno NA, New York, NY (http://www. arno-na. com), to develop and implement a National and International distribution plan for CEII's new enhanced beverage: ``Skinny WaterÂ®''. Arno NA is a member of the Arno International Group, which has offices in Germany, England, Greece, and Italy.

BRYN MAWR, PA (PRWEB) June 10, 2004

Creative Enterprises International, Inc. http://www. creativepi. com (http://www. creativepi. com) (OTCBB: CEII. PK ), a health and beverage consumer products company, announced today that it has signed Arno NA, New York, NY (http://www. arno-na. com (http://www. arno-na. com)), to develop and implement a National and International distribution plan for CEII's new enhanced beverage: ``Skinny WaterÂ®''.

Arno NA is a member of the Arno International Group, which has offices in Germany, England, Greece, and Italy. ARNO has a history of over 70 years in world-wide design creation, with more than 300 creative people working in five countries around the globe. ARNO NA is an ``All American'' team of top marketing executives, design professionals, and promotional innovators. This strategic relationship compliments the team of leading companies engaged in the launch of CEII's new brand of diet water called Skinny WaterÂ®.

Michael Wahl, CEO of Arno NA has stated that, ``We are in the process of developing a complete strategic marketing and distribution plan for Skinny WaterÂ®. Our expertise is taking new, unknown brands, and through innovative point of purchase promotions and lifestyle marketing, cutting through the competition, to create customer demand for consumer packaged goods. Arno NA helped launched Fiji Water, from designing its award-winning bottle to creating the initial distribution network for Fiji Water. Fiji Water today is one of the most successful premium bottled water products on the market and we believe that 'Skinny WaterÂ®' may have a similar market response.''

Michael Salaman, CEO of Creative Enterprises International, Inc. stated that, ``Arno NA brings to CEII a seasoned and proven management team to assist the Company in its product launch and positioning of ''Skinny WaterÂ®``. Their experience in the bottled water category, combined with their International presence, makes Arno NA a valuable strategic partner as CEII builds its bottled water and beverage businesses.''

ABOUT: Arno NA

For over 70 years, ARNO has been a leader in bringing elegant point-of-purchase marketing solutions to Europe and to the world. Arno is renowned for creating in-store action that not only moves more product, but makes their clients look favorable. ARNO NA is a member of the ARNO International Group which includes offices in Germany, England, Greece, and Italy. ARNO has world-wide design capabilities and employs more than 300 creative people in five countries. Some of Arno's clients include: Mercedes Benz, Puma, Swatch, and Stila Cosmetics.

ABOUT: Creative Enterprises International, Inc.

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Creative Enterprises International, Inc. (http://www. creativepi. com (http://www. creativepi. com)), (Other OTCBB: CEII. PK) is a marketer and developer of unique consumer products, which include evidenced based nutraceuticals, aquaceutical beverages and other specialty products. CEII uses an integrated marketing system that includes national television, radio, print and Internet advertising to sell directly to consumers as well as creating demand at retail. CEII's exclusive portfolio of products includes: MilkCal Milk Calcium and Skinny WaterÂ®. 'Amazing Health Discoveries -- The Secrets to a Longer and Healthier Life'(TM) is CEII's award-winning thirty-minute television series that CEII uses to build brand awareness for its proprietary health and wellness products.

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The Clifton Group Selects F3 SDK

2011-06-02T15:25:00.000-07:00

The Clifton Group Selects F3 SDK

New Analytics Platform to be Implemented in Pricing and Valuation System

Vancouver, BC and Edina, MN (PRWEB) June 9, 2010

FINCAD, a leading global provider of financial analytics, and The Clifton Group, a SEC registered investment advisory firm, announced today that Clifton has selected the F3 SDK analytics platform to expand their existing enterprise-wide derivatives pricing (http://www. fincad. com) and valuation system.

“Staying competitive in the investment advisory business means being able to react to valuation and pricing needs of our clients,” said Vladimir Gomelsky, Chief Technical Officer, Clifton. “So we need a flexible solution that can price virtually any financial instrument, whether it exists today or in the future.”

“The flexibility of object-oriented architecture allows us to generically define and customize everything from the instruments, models, payoff schedules, and date conventions,” said Gomelsky. “From a development perspective this will speed up our time-to-market substantially since we need only do this once and that’s it. If we need to value a new instrument to support one of our clients we will be able to do so with just a configuration change in most cases.”

"F3 SDK not only allows our clients to quickly create new products to respond to market developments, but also outputs the most comprehensive risk reports so customers get the information they need to better manage their risk," said Bob Park, President and CEO, FINCAD.

Users at Clifton participated in the 5-day F3 SDK product training included with the subscription to the software. “The training gave us confidence that we can rely on FINCAD for support especially when we get into more complex instruments,” said Gomelsky.

Please visit http://www. fincad. com/f3-sdk (http://www. fincad. com/f3-sdk) for more information on F3 SDK.

About FINCAD
Founded in 1990, FINCAD provides software and services supporting the valuation and risk management (http://www. fincad. com) of cross-asset class derivatives and fixed income securities to banks, corporate treasuries, asset management firms, auditors, and governments. FINCAD is the industry standard for financial analytics used by more than 4,000 organizations in over 80 countries. Over 70 FINCAD Alliance Partners embed FINCAD analytics within their solutions. FINCAD provides sales and client services from Dublin, Ireland and Vancouver, Canada.

About Clifton Group
The Clifton Group is a registered investment advisor that has been delivering customized investment solutions to the institutional investment community for over 35 years. The firm specializes in helping investors improve portfolio returns, maximize efficiency, and control risk primarily through the use of derivatives-based strategies. Clifton serves an international client base comprised of over 130 leading endowments, foundations, pension plans, health service organizations, and family offices with $34 billion in assets under management.

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Pre-Valentines guest for your audience -- John D. Moore, author of 'Confusing Love with Obsession' is available for interviews. Confusing Love with Obsession by John D. Moore

2011-06-02T11:11:00.000-07:00

Pre-Valentines guest for your audience -- John D. Moore, author of 'Confusing Love with Obsession' is available for interviews. Confusing Love with Obsession by John D. Moore

Contact Booksandauthors@aol. com or call 910-264-9628 This is an excellent Pre-Valentines guest for your audience

(PRWEB) January 23, 2003

TITLE: Confusing Love with Obsession

AUTHOR: John D. Moore: Author, Therapist, Professor, and Expert

Is it healthy love or a destructive obsession? How to recognize the warning signs that someone may be obsessed with you. Confusing Love with Obsession: When You Can't Stop Controlling Your Partner & the Relationship contains a myriad of case studies (with analysis) of both women and men who have engaged in extreme behaviors in a misguided attempt to exert control over another. As Matt Lamperd, features of American Health & Fitness Magazine says, "This book is a must read for anyone in a relationship - healthy or not!" Moore can address everything from supporting the person being controlled to offering guidance to the person doing the controlling - from identifying specific, controlling behaviors in personal relationships to pointing out "red flags" to persons being manipulated. Quite simply, he can help listeners to understand the hidden dynamics associated with controlling behaviors.

"John D. Moore rises to meet the challenge in his ambitious Confusing Love With Obsession. John approaches delicate and frightening conditions with masterful skill and compassionate tenacity. Readers be warned, this book will change your perceptions, and invoke an awareness of yourself and others in your circle. This book is a must-read for anyone involved in a relationship - healthy or otherwise." - American Health and Fitness Magazine.

Skincare and Beauty Low Cost Alternatives: Reviews of Affordable Skin Care Products

2011-05-31T12:30:00.000-07:00

Skincare and Beauty Low Cost Alternatives: Reviews of Affordable Skin Care Products

Skincare-News. com introduces a new series of articles that reviews wallet-friendly skincare products and offers tips for saving money.

Sacramento, CA (PRWEB) December 15, 2008

Worried that a quality skin care routine is simply too expensive? Skincare-News. com's latest set of articles, "Beauty on a Budget" showcases affordable products. Learn how to shop smart and save money while maintaining a beautiful complexion.
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1. Affordable Skincare Review: Anti-Aging Regimen for Under $100
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Wrinkles and premature aging are frustrating enough. Finding effective products shouldn't be a skincare shopping nightmare, too. Follow this step-by-step guide and learn how to create the most effective routine for aging skincare concerns -- minus the hefty price tags! Rest assured -- it's okay to be thrifty when it comes to certain products. Learn how to choose an effective cleanser, a protective day cream, a gentle eye cream and an affordable night cream, all within an affordable price range. Add up the savings and be amazed at these effective products that contribute to a younger-looking complexion.

2. Holiday Gift Guide for the Ladies: The Perfect Present Under $50
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Whether she prefers a polished, natural look or can never have enough makeup, skin care and beauty products make for great Christmas presents this year. This is the ultimate guide to gift giving for ladies. Satisfy both her skincare and beauty wishes and the wallet with these special and affordable options. This guide covers a variety of different types: the skincare slave, skincare minimalist, beauty addict, beauty beginner, bath beauty, mane maven, green goddess and the gal on the go.

3. Holiday Gift Guide for Men: The Perfect Present Under $50
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Quality skin care products are a great gift for every guy on the list, but it isn't necessary to pay top dollar. For under $50, anybody can learn to put together a great present for that special guy. This guide gives suggestions for various types of men: the skincare beginner, skincare aficionado, hair fanatic, workout buff, world traveler and more. From basic essentials to specialized extras, any man can become an expert in no time.

4. Affordable Skin Care Review: Creating a Skincare Routine for Under $100
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Most people have had to cut corners lately to make ends meet. It's time to consider how to get more for the money when it comes to skin care. This complete, budget-friendly routine is designed to address each skin type -- while still remaining under $100. Dry or sensitive skin types will learn how to gently cleanse and condition the skin while hydrating dehydrated skin. Normal or combination skin will find out how to remove impurities and protect the skin while maintaining the skin's natural moisture balance. And oily or acneic skin will find suggestions to clear clogged pores and refine skin without over-drying.

5. Smart Skincare Shopping
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For most people, dropping $50 to $100 on skincare is no trivial matter, even if the product is fabulous and the gift with purchase perfect. Everybody wants to see results in the complexion, be the benefits less wrinkles, reduced redness or fewer blemishes. But never before have the products been so advanced, exciting or -- expensive. With the cost of skincare climbing, how do people decide if the ends justify the means? Find out how to shop smart and stay on a budget when it comes to advanced skincare.

6. Skin Care Products: How to Apply the Right Amount
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When it comes to skin care, many of us like to think that if a little is good, then a lot must be much better. But an extra pump of product won't always yield superior results. Learn how much product is correct to use in order to reap healthy rewards from skincare products. This article helps readers to figure out how much to use of varying types of products, and which skin types should use less. Quality skin care is an investment, and just like other assets, it needs to be monitored in order to achieve the best results. By taking control of how much product is used, the result will be great skin and more money to purchase future beauty products.

7. Double-Duty Products That Ease Your Routine
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In today's busy world, juggling a variety of jobs has become a way of life. People are constantly putting on many different hats, so it's only natural that they would want their skincare products to reflect those everyday needs. Although no one product can do it all, by choosing a few double-duty items, it's easy to cut down the time spent on a skincare routine and reclaim shelf space. Learn about clever cleansers, multi-tasking moisturizers, shower shortcuts and double-duty products.

8. Keep Your Skincare Simple
Http://www. skincare-news. com/articles. php? ArtID=662 (http://www. skincare-news. com/articles. php? ArtID=662)

With products promising to deliver the fountain of youth, is the temptation of flashy ads and fancy bottles can be too tough to resist. Is a beauty product on sale even more enticing? Instead of littering the bathroom counter and beauty bag with unnecessary products, this guide will help readers learn how to streamline a skin care regimen, saving both time and money. Find out how to combine multiple steps into one, whether or not a toner or an exfoliating scrub is necessary and how to choose an anti-aging product.

9. Beauty on a Budget: Where to Spend Your Money
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Many people can't afford to pay top dollar for every skincare and beauty item in the bathroom cabinet. They would go broke, especially considering how many other fabulous items have now become necessities. Luckily, people don't have to splurge on the entire kit and caboodle. Here is a guide to deciding when to save and when to spend.

Skincare-News. com covers all skincare and beauty topics from head to toe. Check out these latest articles:

Lovely Lips
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The importance of a comprehensive skincare routine is well known, yet all too often, we forget to pay attention to those other areas of the face that also need individualized care, like the lips. Just like the rest of the skin, lips can suffer environmental, physical and UV damage each day. Gather a few skincare specialties to combat this damage and ensure the health and well-being of the lips. Lip care can be a snap with the right products. Stock up on a few extra-care lip specialists now, and enjoy a healthy smile far into the future.

The Skinny on Dry Skin
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Dry skin is skin that has stopped producing the natural oil (sebum) which lubricates and keeps the skin soft and moist. For most people, especially as they age, dry skin is a very common problem. As the skin matures, the production of sebum typically tends to slow down, causing the skin to feel and look dry. Moisture is lost through the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the epidermis. This layer is made up of skin cells, oils and fats and it keeps the skin hydrated while also creating a barrier against harmful substances. First and foremost, dry skin needs moisture, however; there are several practical, everyday tweaks to your normal routine which will provide relief.

The Sensational Power of Scent
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From the shampoo we use every morning to the candles we enjoy at night, surrounding ourselves with pleasant scents is an important part of many people's routines. And science is revealing that particular fragrances evoke chemical changes in our brains, making us feel happy, calm or even romantic. In fact, the International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. has conducted numerous studies on how scent impacts mood and emotional health. Find out which scents contribute to overall well-being and how to add them to an everyday routine.

About SkinCare-News. com -- "Your Source for Intelligent Skin Care"
Skincare-News. com is the online source for consumers seeking intelligent beauty and skin care news, advice, tips and articles. Founded in 2005, SkinCare-News. com features articles, news items and frequently asked questions on skincare and beauty related issues. SkinCare-News. com is located in Sacramento, California, but receives visitors from all around the world. For more information, visit http://www. skincare-news. com (http://www. skincare-news. com).

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TechCFO Adds Two New Partners to Atlanta Office

2011-05-31T10:43:00.000-07:00

TechCFO Adds Two New Partners to Atlanta Office

TechCFO, a leading provider of outsourced CFO-level financial and management services for technology and biotechnology companies, today announced the addition of Eric J. Froistad and Mark Rapoport as the latest partners to join the Atlanta headquarters office.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) July 10, 2008

TechCFO, a leading provider of outsourced CFO-level financial and management services for technology and biotechnology (http://www. techcfo. com) companies, today announced the addition of Eric J. Froistad and Mark Rapoport as the latest partners to join the Atlanta headquarters office.

Froistad joins TechCFO with nearly 30 years of senior financial and operating experience with both public and private companies, including TSYS Loyalty, Alignis and New World Communications Group. Froistad will help TechCFO expand on its on-demand CFO, turnaround, and M&A advisory services for fast growing tech and biotech firms. Froistad has closed more than $17 million in equity and debt financing, led financial turnarounds and positioned companies for mergers with large competitors. He has also played an instrumental role in a $2 billion capital restructuring and subsequent IPO and acquisition of over $1.5 billion of operating properties for New World Communications. Froistad is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and earned his B. S. in Accounting from the University of Colorado.

Rapoport also joins TechCFO with an impressive 26 year track record of executive financial and management experience, most recently as President, CEO and Director of Thomas, Thomas and Walsh, (TT&W) a privately held healthcare revenue cycle management company. Previously, Rapoport served in executive financial and management positions with private and publicly traded companies including Landacorp, iXL, BellSouth and Dial Call, a start up cellular company purchased by Nextel. His experience includes raising $7.4 million in venture capital to acquire and grow TT&W, and as COO/CFO of Landacorp, he improved cash flow from a negative $9.5 million to a positive $5.0 million per year via cost reductions and investments in technology. He started his career as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) at KPMG. Rapoport earned his M. B.A. from Emory University, and a B. A. in Economics from State University of New York at Binghamton.

"We are pleased to continue our strong growth in the Atlanta market with the addition of Eric and Mark as partners," said Kent J. Elmer, managing partner of TechCFO. "The Atlanta market continues to be one of the strongest in the country for software, technology, healthcare IT, and life sciences companies. We continue to provide the highest level of financial leadership expertise to companies in these sectors, through the addition of partners like Eric and Mark."

The addition of Froistad and Rapoport is in direct response to rising demand TechCFO is seeing for its services among a growing number of startup and established software, technology, healthcare IT, and life sciences companies in the Atlanta market.

For detailed biographies on Eric J. Froistad and Mark Rapoport, along with TechCFO's other partners, please visit: www. techcfo. com/partners2.html (http://www. techcfo. com/partners2.html).

About TechCFO:
TechCFO provides comprehensive business infrastructure services, including executive level financial management (http://www. techcfo. com), project management and staffing, accounting systems and support, human resource and administrative services to emerging and established technology organizations. TechCFO professionals have extensive experience with critical business and financial issues in the software, technology, healthcare IT, and life sciences industries. TechCFO enables businesses from Boston to Atlanta to focus on core competencies by providing flexible, customized professional services. For more information, please call 678.636.0000 or visit http://www. techcfo. com (http://www. techcfo. com).

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Kemper Insurance Partners With Confluency Solutions To Help Agents Grow

2011-05-30T10:25:00.000-07:00

Kemper Insurance Partners With Confluency Solutions To Help Agents Grow

Kemper insurance is introducing new programs to promote organic insurance agency growth starting with a web based solution provided by Confluency Solutions. Confluency provides web site tools, including customer and prospect communication programs, and works with independent insurance agents to identify and implement solutions based on individual agency needs.

Jacksonville, FL (PRWEB) April 10, 2007

Confluency Solutions announced today a formal program with Kemper Auto and Home Insurance to provide web based customer development programs to their independent agents. Confluency will provide web site design, hosting, security, forms, content, estimators, customer contact programs and training to help Kemper agents expand service to existing customers. Confluency's solutions also enhance referral activity and allow potential new customers to sample the advantages of doing business with a Kemper agent.

Confluency is also aiding Kemper staff by helping to identify agents who show growth potential and are ready to meet the demands and expectations of today's insurance consumer. Kemper is subsidizing some of the first year costs and providing other marketing support for those agencies that want to take advantage of this customer development and new business growth opportunity.

"We know that our agent's sales increase when they deliver annual insurance reviews and implement systematic contact programs and 24/7 service options," explained Karen Holt, Kemper's Director of Agency Programs. "We are keenly interested in the health of our agents. Even though this growth program will benefit other companies, we think programs like this are vital to the health of the independent insurance agency system."

Confluency's web solutions for independent insurance agents provide low cost options for delivering services and information that consumers demand. Numerous studies have proven that when insurance agents pro-actively contact their customers, account retention, profitability and referrals all increase. However, the expense and time necessary to construct a customer development or referral program often results in these vital initiatives getting stuck in the planning phase.

"Confluency has developed a simple but powerful means of maximizing customer value," commented Kevin McDonald, President of Confluency Solutions. "We are pleased that Kemper recognizes the benefits for their agents and has chosen us to deliver a part of their overall agency development program."

Over 75% of consumers go to the internet when they want insurance information and that number can be as high as 99% in more affluent consumer segments. Confluency works with agents to ensure insurance agency web sites are a top notch resource for customers and other consumers. Confluency also works with insurance agents on initiatives to create an awareness of on line resources and to build customer and prospect web site traffic.

Confluency's Platinum Package of web modules, which is the basis for the Kemper program, comprises a complete customer development and communication hub via an agency web site. The flexibility of Confluency's web modules means independent insurance agents can improve almost any agency program requiring communication with customers or prospects.
To learn more Confluency's solutions for independent insurance go to http://www. confluencysolutions. com/cscoact/demo. php (http://www. confluencysolutions. com/cscoact/demo. php). For more information contact Confluency Solutions, Inc. directly at 877.351.2600 or at info(at)cfluent. com.

About Confluency Solutions, Inc.
Confluency Solutions is a process and technology company dedicated to helping independent insurance agencies and companies meet and exceed changing consumer expectations. They are headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. More information is available at http://www. confluencysolutions. com (http://www. confluencysolutions. com).

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UNICEF Recieves Generous Donation From Ahmad Khawaja

2011-05-30T09:24:00.000-07:00

UNICEF Recieves Generous Donation From Ahmad Khawaja

Beverly Hills, CA (PRWEB) August 22, 2010

Mr. Ahmad Khawaja, successful businessman, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, frequently donates large sums to numerous charities for a variety of causes. One reoccurring cause however, seems to be the health and wellbeing of under privileged children. Along with generously donating to the Association of Sites Advocating Child Protection (ASACP), focusing on protection of the youth on the internet, Ahmad Khawaja has now extended his generosity to UNICEF.

UNICEF is the leading organization for children and their rights, spanning across 190 countries worldwide, raising millions of dollars each year. The organization focuses on children's rights as a whole, especially their rights to survival. They actively strive to change government policies or laws that hinder a child's rights and those detrimental to the well-being of children. UNICEF continues to make the world a better place for children, and is a vital organization to the future of the youth.

"The impact and importance UNICEF maintains is unlike any other organization of its kind," explains Ahmad Khawaja. "It is easy to restrict your concern to only your country, but it is extremely important to protect children all around the world. I admire UNICEF for the outstanding changes they have made over the years, and I will continue to support this cause until there is no longer a need to do so." Ahmad Khawaja, having traveled all over the world, has seen the need for organizations like UNICEF first hand. "If everyone had the opportunity to see these terrible conditions first hand, no one could resist lending a hand to help."

If you are interested in making a donation to UNICEF, please visit: http://www. unicef. org (http://www. unicef. org)

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Pure Fruit Technologies Hires Director of Product Technologies and Food Science

2011-05-29T22:44:00.000-07:00

Pure Fruit Technologies Hires Director of Product Technologies and Food Science

Pure Fruit Technologies, a Utah-based manufacturer of innovative nutritional juice supplements, has appointed Wayne Geilman, Ph. D., to the position of director of product technologies and food science. Dr. Geilman will manage the formulation of new products, as well as develop processes that will allow Pure Fruit Technologies to continue to provide the health benefits of exotic fruits to people around the world.

Provo, UT (PRWEB) December 1, 2005

“Dr. Geilman brings to Pure Fruit Technologies more than 30 years experience in food product research and development,” stated Dave Boyd, director of global operations, Pure Fruit Technologies. “His skills will be a valuable asset to the company as we continue to develop unique juice supplements that offer the most potent and harmonious blend of nutrients.”

Dr. Geilman has extensive background in the production, marketing and distribution of food products, and has worked in the food industry as a private consultant for nearly 20 years. He has worked closely with the FDA, USDA and several state agencies ensuring that quality assurance standards and requirements are met and exceeded. Prior to joining Pure Fruit Technologies, Dr. Geilman served as an adjunct professor at Utah State University. Additionally, he has worked as a food scientist for the Dairy Products Technology Center at California Polytechnic State University, Ridgeview Foods, Kraft and Quesos La Caperucita. Dr. Geilman holds bachelor’s degrees in Nutrition and Food Science and Business Administration from Utah State, a master’s in Nutrition and Food Science from Utah State and a Ph. D. in Food Science and Technology from Mississippi State.

“I have always had a strong interest in the effect of supplementation on human health, and am pleased to be working for a company that creates distinctive products that profoundly effect people’s well-being,” stated Dr. Geilman. “This position will allow me to investigate traditional and cultural uses of plants and fruits and develop unique juice blends that provide optimal nutrition.”

Pure Fruit Technologies, www. mangoxan. com, is a liquid nutritional supplement manufacturing and marketing company and a subsidiary of Morinda Holdings in Provo, Utah. The company’s products are sold wholesale to health food retailers and distributors and are also available direct-to-consumers online. Founded in 2002 by Dave Boyd, the company currently has one product, a liquid dietary supplement from the mangosteen fruit called Mango•xan®, but plans to launch several products in early 2006.

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Dr. David Minkoff and BodyHealth. com Launch the Metal-Free® Heavy Metal Detoxification Program

2011-05-28T04:18:00.000-07:00

Dr. David Minkoff and BodyHealth. com Launch the Metal-Free® Heavy Metal Detoxification Program

Clearwater, FL (PRWEB) September 21, 2006

Dr. David Minkoff, founder of BodyHealth. com, proudly launches the Metal-Free Heavy Metal Detoxification Program. This program is a series of steps and dietary supplements that will safely eliminate heavy metals from your body so it can heal. The toxicity of heavy metals is very insidious and works on the magnifying effects principle. In toxicology, as a second toxin is added to one that is already present, the toxic effect on the body is not just twice as bad, but often 100 times as bad. If one is experiencing fatigue, headaches, loss of memory, hair loss, bad breath, loose teeth, constipation, diarrhea, tremors, or has unexplained symptoms, heavy metals could be at the root of the problem as they block the absorption of vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients on a cellular level.

Heavy metals are mercury, lead, arsenic, copper, nickel, aluminum, antimony, beryllium, bismuth, platinum, thallium, tungsten, and uranium. "I don't have any of that in my body," one might say. Dr. Minkoff will hear this and ask these questions. Do you have any silver (amalgam) fillings? Do you smoke cigarettes? Are you often near second hand cigarette smoke? Do you drink tap water? Do you eat non-organic food? Do you eat a lot of fish? Do you live near any industrial areas, gas stations, dry cleaners or in a city with smog? Do you work at an industrial site or factory? Has your home or lawn been sprayed with pesticides? This is only a short list of where one might have come into contact with heavy metals.

In today's environment heavy metals are in the air we breathe, the food we eat and the water we drink. They enter our bodies though the skin, lungs and the digestive tract. There's no escaping them. Terrifying, but true. If you've any doubts, you only need to surf the Environmental Protection Agency Website www. EPA. gov or The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry at www. ATSDR. cdc. gov where you can find hundreds of pages of information and a database to help you find any toxic sites in your own neighborhood.

The Metal-Free Heavy Metal Detoxification program is based around Metal-Free, which is a dietary supplement that forms a strong bond with heavy metals to safely remove them from the body via the stool. Metal-Free is a non-drug, non-alcohol, dietary supplement that works 30-50 percent faster than other chelating agents. It is absorbed through oral ingestion and has little or no detoxification symptoms. Recognized laboratories have been used for sample analyses to demonstrate the reduction of heavy metals in the body when Metal-Free was used.

To more rapidly remove heavy metals the body needs a superior source of protein as well as a good source of vitamins, minerals and whole foods. Another vital step of the program is a supplement to ensure that the heavy metals and toxins move through the intestines and out of the body via the stool at least daily. Two to three easy stools per day is desirable.

The program offers an inexpensive personal test kit if one wants to test for heavy metals and a health questionnaire that can be downloaded for a list of possible sites of exposure.

While there is no escaping contact with heavy metal toxins, there is something you can do to get rid of them today. For more information visit http://www. bodyhealthdetox. com/metal-free/index. asp (http://www. bodyhealthdetox. com/metal-free/index. asp).

BodyHealth's founder, Dr. David Minkoff, is board certified in pediatrics, and has completed a fellowship in Infectious Diseases at UCSD. As a clinical faculty member at the University, he also served as co-director of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Palomar Medical Center. In addition to his traditional medical training, Dr. Minkoff has extensive post-graduate training in Complementary and Alternative Medicine.

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Innovation Contest Is Back!

2011-05-27T09:27:00.000-07:00

Innovation Contest Is Back!

Southern Utah “Concept to Company” contest focuses on technology innovations and includes much larger prizes

Salt Lake City, UT (Vocus) January 14, 2010

Due to popular demand, Grow Utah Ventures (www. growutahventures. com), Zions Bank, USTAR, Workman Nydegger, Ballard Spahr, SEED Dixie, and CFO Solutions are bringing its “Concept to Company” Contest (www. concepttocompany. org) back to Southern Utah.

Like last year, this years contest will focus on new technology innovations. The contest kicks-off on January 13, 2010 at the Washington County Economic Summit and applications are available online at www. ConceptToCompany. org.

The "Concept to Company" contests are ongoing innovation contests held in various regions across the state of Utah and were created as a way to encourage entrepreneurism and stimulate business growth in the state. Each competition focuses on a different industry and matches the unique entrepreneurial strengths of that particular region. To date, the Concept to Company contests have distributed more than $190,000 in prize money and helped over 18 companies bring their business ideas to fruition. The Southern Utah contest will focus on new product or service innovations related to technology in any field.

“The goal of these contests is to grow new business in Utah and stimulate our local economy,” said T. Craig Bott, president and CEO of Grow Utah Ventures. “Based upon what we’ve experienced so far, Utah’s entrepreneurs are making a significant impact and will no doubt be a driving force in helping the state and our nation survive this struggling economy.”

The application deadline closes on March 14, 2010 and finalists will be announced around March 25, 2010. Finalists will present their ideas to a panel of judges on April 9, 2010. The winners will be announced later that day with the winning entry receiving up to $35,000, comprised of cash and the equivalent value in consulting or prototyping services to help bring the idea to fruition. Two runner-up winners will each receive up to $17,000 comprised of cash and services.

Last year’s “Concept to Company” contest grand prize winner, Efficient Fuel Systems used the prize from the contest to finish prototyping its products and get it ready to market and sale to potential customers.

“What helped us most in winning last year’s contest was the instant credibility it provided us,” said Jared Loosli, president and CEO of Efficient Fuel Systems. “The credibility we gained legitimized us and helped open doors for us and gave us the ability to talk to people, specifically customers. The money was useful as well because it enabled us to take our product to the next level and finalize our prototype sooner and get us to the point we needed to be to demonstrate our products potential.”

In addition to last year’s winner and the two runners up, seven of the 8 finalists are also receiving regular support through training and mentoring. These seven businesses are all selling products and services and are growing and becoming active participants in the Southern Utah communities.

"The three winners, and other finalists continue to work with us on a regular basis," said Jill Elliss, Acting Director of USTAR Southern Region, Director of SEED Dixie. "These meetings have enabled us to provide consulting services and help these companies hone their business ideas and thought processes. The outcome of this contest has been outstanding."

For more information on the “Concept to Company” contests, including an application for the General Technology contest visit www. ConceptToCompany. org.

Additional Resources:
Twitter: http://twitter. com/growutahventure (http://twitter. com/growutahventure)
Facebook Fans Page: Grow Utah Ventures

About Grow Utah Ventures:
Grow Utah Ventures, is a privately funded not-for-profit organization dedicated to stimulate, unlock and develop the entrepreneurial talent and early stage business opportunities for value creation across Utah. Comprised of a team of successful and experienced entrepreneurs, business leaders and private investors, Grow Utah Ventures accomplishes its mission by? Identifying, selecting and recognizing accomplished and promising Utah entrepreneurs, ?Building a statewide community of outstanding entrepreneurs and those interested in promoting entrepreneurial development, ?Partnering with organizations, companies and investors seeking to support Utah’s best entrepreneurs, ?Rallying community leadership and financial resources to support entrepreneurial development. For more information about Grow Utah Ventures, visit www. growutahventures. com.

About Zions Bank:
Zions Bank is Utah’s oldest financial institution, and is the only local bank with statewide distribution of branches, operating 114 full-service branches throughout Utah. Zions Bank also operates 24 full-service branches in Idaho, and nearly 200 ATMs throughout Utah and Idaho. In addition to a wide range of traditional banking services, Zions offers a comprehensive array of investment and mortgage services, and has a network of loan origination offices for small businesses nationwide. The company is also a leader in providing electronic banking services, including electronic municipal bond trading. Founded in 1873, Zions has been serving the communities of Utah for more than 135 years. Additional information is available at www. zionsbank. com.

About USTAR:
The Utah Science Technology and Research initiative (USTAR) is a long-term, state-funded investment to strengthen Utah's "knowledge economy” and generate high-paying jobs. Funded in March 2006 by the State Legislature, USTAR is based on three program areas. The first area involves funding for strategic investments at the University of Utah and Utah State University to recruit world-class researchers. The second area is to build state-of-the-art interdisciplinary facilities at these institutions for the innovation teams. The third program area involves teams that work with companies and entrepreneurs across the State to promote science, innovation, and commercialization activities. For more information, go to www. innovationutah. com or follow http://twitter. com/Innovationutah (http://twitter. com/Innovationutah).
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About Workman Nydegger:
Based in Salt Lake City, W|N has earned recognition as one of the top patent prosecution and intellectual property litigation firms in the nation. The firm represents a wide array of clients in all areas of intellectual property law, including patent, trademark, copyright, unfair competition, and related litigation and licensing matters.

About Ballard Spahr:
Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll, LLP traces its origins to 1885 and became known as “Ballard and Spahr” in the early 1900s when Ellis Ames Ballard and Boyd Lee Spahr began practicing law together. The firm has grown to be one of the largest law firms in the country, with over 550 attorneys and 12 offices located throughout the United States. As a large, multi-practice, multi-regional law firm, Ballard Spahr is able to combine a national scope of practice with strong local market knowledge to represent companies, individuals, and other entities in virtually every state and country around the world.

About CFO Solutions:
CFO Solutions LC is Utah’s largest and oldest outsourced financial and accounting services provider. The CFO Solutions team has collectively amassed over 250 years of combined experience managing the finance and accounting functions for small to medium size companies that don’t need or cannot afford full time staff in those functions. Our experiences cover dozens of industries including; Software, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Biotechnology, Retail, Distribution, High Tech, Real Estate and more. Since its founding in 1996, CFO Solution’s clients have raised over $470 Million in equity, debt and lease financing with our support.

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LiquidNutritional. com Introduces the Magic Wand for Xango

2011-05-26T23:08:00.000-07:00

LiquidNutritional. com Introduces the Magic Wand for Xango

How is Xango becoming the industry standard for other network marketing companies? By working smart and taking massive action top distributors are creating momentum that has never been seen before in network marketing.

(PRWEB) March 6, 2005

LiquidNutritional. com offers access to a company that generated more than 40 million dollars of revenue in their first year and over 150 million in their second. Xango is the first company in the home based business arena to generate that kind of revenue. A new standard has been set and the health and wellness industry is taking notice.

An incredible number of people are going online and becoming distributors through www. LiquidNutritional. com. An experienced network marketer was quoted saying ÂI have been with several companies before Xango but never have any of them had the momentum that I am seeing with XangoÂ. Building momentum can be a simple process when you select the right company. According to network marketing consultant, best selling author and international speaker, Darren Falter said that the number one chance for the average person to have massive success in a home based business is Âto select a network marketing company with a single product focus, whole food liquid nutritional supplement. The product has to look good, taste good, be priced in the market, and be supported by a proven compensation planÂ. Darren also stated that Âyou must wait for a company to prove itself before jumping on boardÂ. Xango is DarrenÂs top choice for 2005.

The convenience of www. LiquidNutritional. com is amazing. The website provides a place for people to get more information about Xango along with several audio and video clips about the company, business opportunity, product, scientific data, and testimonials. The trademarked and patented product is loaded with xanthones and features the whole fruit mangosteen as the main ingredient. Mangosteen has been studied by hundreds of universities around the world and the benefits of taking mangosteen daily are readily available. This liquid nutritional has more scientific research than any other health product on the market, and it tastes great! Information is also available on XangoÂs multi billion dollar partner, Wild Flavors. Immediate recognition of this company commands industry attention and has created an enrollment frenzy.

To help drive momentum in Xango, top distributors are consistently engaged in mass media advertising. The effectiveness of advertising is multiplied several times over when you are building a business with the #1 fastest growing network marketing company in the history of the industry. Several co-op advertising programs are available for anyone to participate in. Many distributors are achieving success for the first time in network marketing with Xango and their businesses are growing at a pace that few home-based business owners ever experience.

LiquidNutritional. com is owned and operated by Xposure Advertising Inc.

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A New Web Presence for Dance in the Philadelphia Region

2011-05-26T22:07:00.000-07:00

A New Web Presence for Dance in the Philadelphia Region

Two new web sites have emerged to create a comprehensive directory of dance in the Greater Philadelphia Region as well as provide a public forum for discussions and promotion of area dance companies and performances.

(PRWEB) March 11, 2005

In a joint effort between Music & Motion Dance Productions [www. music-and-motion. com] and a regional ISP, Delaware Valley On Line [www. dvol. com], two new web sites have emerged to create a comprehensive directory of dance in the Greater Philadelphia Region.

Www. PhiladelphiaDANCE. org has been developed as a web forum for promotion of dance companies and dance performances in the greater Philadelphia Region. It also provides for discussion groups on everything from choreography to funding sources, all dance styles from ballet to hip hop, as well as such topics as health and fitness for dancers and locating supportive services from photographers to dance agents.

Www. PhiladelphiaDanceDirectory. com offers a comprehensive directory and listing service of dance companies, studios, dance colleges, organizations, venues, and dance relate services. This site offers a unique content management system that allows organizations and individuals to maintain and update their own listings and offerings.

Both sites are free to both the public as well as to dancers and dance organizations in the Greater Philadelphia Region. The mission of these sites is to promote the art form of dance in the region and showcase the vast amount talent available.

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Legendary Festivals Started in Snowmass Village, Colorado, Now Meet the Next Round of Rising Stars

2011-05-26T04:07:00.000-07:00

Legendary Festivals Started in Snowmass Village, Colorado, Now Meet the Next Round of Rising Stars

Snowmass Village, Colo., is the birthplace of such popular festivals as the Aspen Food and Wine Classic and Jazz Aspen Snowmass. The next round of Snowmass' rising stars offer exceptional value, entertainment, and adventure in a beautiful and relaxed Rocky Mountain resort with more going on than you'd think.

Snowmass Village, Colo. (PRWEB) June 10, 2005

Snowmass Village, Colo., is best known as one of the top ski resorts in the nation, but it also has the honor of being the birthplace of such renowned summer festivals as the Aspen Food & Wine Classic and Jazz Aspen Snowmass.

We would like to introduce our newest round of summer events: fast-rising stars in the worlds of music, food, and wellness. The events promise to prove, once again, that Snowmass is a compelling launching pad for innovative events and a nationally-attractive summer destination all on its own.

SnowmassÂ new and notable events include:

The Snowmass Chili Pepper & Brew Fest (June 17-19):

In only its second year, the Snowmass Chili Pepper & Brew Fest has managed to lure such top performers as Keller Williams and Michael Franti & Spearhead. ItÂs garnered such admiration that the International Chili Society moved both its district and regional competitions to the town, and it doubled the number of top participating microbrews to 40 in just a year. With its winning combination of chili, microbrew tasting and hot music, this event promises -- and delivers -- a killer season opener. For more information, visit www. snowmasspress. com/chili (http://www. snowmasspress. com/chili).

The Snowmass Wellness Experience (July 15-17):

In its first year, the Snowmass Wellness Experience lured such luminaries as Deepak Chopra and yoga guru Bikram Choudhury. This year Snowmass has broken all records with a line-up of events and speakers like no other mountain wellness event. Chopra is returning to join other keynote speakers Joan Borysenko, Len Horowitz, and Elliot Dacher. Two world movie premieres, 16 different forms of yoga classes, pavilion tents on massage, nutrition and medical health, a dynamic vendor village, cooking demonstrations, medicinal plant guided walks and more ensure this event offers something for anyone interested in their health, well being, and rejuvenation of the mind, body, and spirit. For more information, visit www. snowmasswellness. com.

Massive Music & Movies (July 7-9, Aug. 4-6 & 25-27):

Those missing the old-time experience of heading out to the drive-in, but whom also enjoy their local townÂs outdoor summer concert series, will love Massive Music & Movies which combines the best of both worlds. In only its second year, Massive Music & Movies provides free concerts from the likes of Shawn Colvin, Eric Lindel, Charlie Musselwhite, the Derek Trucks Band, the Psychedelic Furs, and MotownÂs renowned Funk Brothers all paired with classic movies such as Animal House, Pretty in Pink, and The Sound of Music. For more information, visit www. snowmasspress. com.

Fall in Love with Aspen/Snowmass (Sept. 9-18): Those who think New England provides the most beautiful fall scenery in the U. S. have never seen the Rocky Mountain aspens turn to brilliant gold nor experienced a 10-day extravaganza like "Fall in Love," and itÂs time to rectify this oversight. In its first year, Fall in Love boasted 40 different events, ranging from cooking demonstrations to a Hot Air Balloon Festival, to bike rides, half-marathons, an Oktoberfest, Food & Jazz Festival, photography contests and more.

Snowmass, which is located only nine miles from downtown Aspen, Colorado, is accessible via four regional airports (Aspen, Eagle, Grand Junction, and Denver), and its 95 percent bike-in, bike-out lodging makes convenience, value, and summer affordability the buzz words of the season. For a complete schedule of SnowmassÂ additional events and activities, visit www. snowmassvillage. com or call 1-800-SNOWMASS.

Contact:

Allison Johnson

Town of Snowmass Village

Phone: (970) 704-9988

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Summer Can Damage Your Skin - Use Products By Robanda And Let The Healing Begin

2011-05-24T18:18:00.000-07:00

Summer Can Damage Your Skin - Use Products By Robanda And Let The Healing Begin

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) March 26, 2005

Summer effects on the skin can be harsh and cruel. The dehydrating rays of the sun and the winds off the waters can cause your skin to look worn and dry and make you appear years older than you truly are. Robanda understands the need to maintain a healthy vibrant complexion and has created a line of skin care products to help reduce the damage caused during the summer months.

Two wonderful moisturizers in the line include:

RobandaÂ® Multi Therapy Moisturizer

1.7oz / 50gr

$38.00

A light lotion combining concentrated Retinol, SPF 25 Sunscreen, Alpha Lipoic Acid and several natural plant extracts (Green Tea, Kava, Rosemary, Aloe, Sunflower, etc) ALA acts as a powerful anti-oxident and anti-inflammatory, and is widely touted as miracle ingredient in anti-aging skincare. This product should be used each morning prior to applying foundation.

RobandaÂ® Anti-Aging Moisturizer, SPF 20

1.7oz/ 50gr

$34.00

Contains 100% pure and active Retinol Palmitate preventing premature aging and wrinkles while simultaneously replenishing moisture to the skin. Lightweight cream provides all over coverage and sunscreen protection while enhancing the process of skin cell renewal. Helps prevent skin damage and premature aging caused by sun exposure and the elements. Maximum sunscreen protection SPF20. 100% pure and active Retinol Palmitate. PCA for intensive moisturizing. 450,000 iuÂs of Vitamin A

Robanda International, the innovators behind Robanda Anti-Aging Skincare, has become the leading experts in the beauty industry using pure and active ingredients that redefines the science behind beautiful and younger looking skin.

Our Chemists have searched the world for the most active and natural ingredients, and then researched and developed products with unique formulas, which ultimately produce incredible and visible results on your skin. All Robanda Anti-Aging Skincare is formulated and tested to be suitable on all skin types, even sensitive.

Available at Salons nationwide or www. robanda. com.

For further information, please call Toll Free 800-783-9969 (USA Only).

About Robanda

Robanda International, the innovators behind Robanda Anti-Aging Skincare, have become the leading experts in the beauty industry using pure and active ingredients that redefines the science behind beautiful and younger looking skin. Numerous medical studies have proven the benefits of Vitamin A and other ingredients, which uses this scientific approach to skin care, that helps nourish the skin to provide ageless beauty and a youthful glow. Our Chemists have searched the world for the most active and natural ingredients, and then researched and developed products with unique formulas, which ultimately produce incredible and visible results on your skin. All Robanda Anti-Aging Skincare is formulated and tested to be suitable on all skin types, even sensitive.

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ONRAD Announces New Partnership with La Maestra Community Health Centers of San Diego, CA

2011-05-24T10:49:00.000-07:00

ONRAD Announces New Partnership with La Maestra Community Health Centers of San Diego, CA

ONRAD, Inc. of Riverside, California is pleased to announce its new relationship with La Maestra Community Health Centers of San Diego, California. ONRAD will be providing 24x7x365 coverage of diagnostic ultrasound interpretations as well as mammography screening reports for La Maestra and their patients.

Riverside, CA (PRWEB) October 8, 2009

ONRAD, Inc. (http://www. onlineradiology. com/) is pleased to announce its new relationship with La Maestra Community Health Centers of San Diego, California. ONRAD will be providing 24x7x365 coverage of diagnostic ultrasound interpretations as well as mammography screening reports for La Maestra and their patients. "We are thrilled to have La Maestra as our newest customer and member of the ONRAD family, and we are excited to begin helping their patients in the San Diego community with quick answers on their diagnostic and screening tests," explains Jesse Salen, VP of Sales and Technology for ONRAD.

Working with ONRAD will allow La Maestra to continue improving access to care for the diverse, underserved San Diego residents. La Maestra's patients will be able to have ultrasounds performed and analyzed in the clinic, instead of traveling to the hospital or another doctor's office, saving them time and money. They can receive the results of ultrasounds more quickly, allowing more timely treatment of any health problems and reducing patient wait times. This partnership will ensure that patients receive quality, culturally-competent care in their medical home and that they fully understand diagnoses and providers' instructions in their native language. "We are very excited to help improve patient care in San Diego as part of this new relationship with ONRAD," explains La Maestra CFO, Elizabeth David.

In addition, being able to charge patients for an additional service, instead of referring them out, will allow La Maestra to offset the costs of serving the uninsured.

La Maestra Community Health Centers is a not for profit 501c(3) organization that has been serving low income, uninsured and underinsured communities for over 19 years. La Maestra currently has five health centers located throughout San Diego County in inner-city and rural areas that provide medical, dental and mental healthcare, including a school-based satellite medical and dental clinic, and its staff has worked tirelessly to meet the increasingly disparate health and social needs of over 92,000 men, women, and children since opening in 1990. Most of La Maestra's employees are from the culturally diverse populations we serve; they collectively speak 20 languages and understand the broad range of issues that can affect healthcare.

ONRAD (http://www. onlineradiology. com/) is a full-service radiology group offering remote preliminary and final interpretations of CT, NM, MRI, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, diagnostic X-ray, telemammography, echo-cardiograms, onsite staffing with a specialization in Critical Access Facility coverage, PACS ASP. ONRAD is JCAHO accredited and offers services throughout the U. S., 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

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Dieting Help for the Holidays -- DietWatch. com Offers Free eBook for Successful Weight Loss

2011-05-23T19:58:00.000-07:00

Dieting Help for the Holidays -- DietWatch. com Offers Free eBook for Successful Weight Loss

DietWatch. com, a leading online weight loss website, announced today that it is offering the public a free eBook entitled "Top 7 Tips for Successful Weight Loss."

New York, NY (PRWEB) December 5, 2007

DietWatch. com, a leading online weight loss website, announced today that it is offering the public a free eBook entitled "Top 7 Tips for Successful Weight Loss." Written by dietitian, Jennifer May, M. S., R. D., M. S., Manager of DietWatch Nutrition Services, the book is based upon her experience and feedback from thousands of DietWatch. com members.

"I hope that this free book helps everyone throughout the holiday season, which is an especially challenging time for people trying to eat healthy and keep fit," said Ms. May. "Our goal is to provide 7 simple, easy-to-follow tips, which will help everyone not only during the holiday season but throughout the year," adds Ms. May.

To download a free copy, go to www. dietwatch. com

About DietWatch. com:
DietWatch. com provides subscribers with all the tools they need to achieve healthy and lasting weight loss, including personalized and flexible meal plans, nutrition and fitness trackers, access to DietWatch nutritionists and experts, and a warm and caring online community. DietWatch. com was a pioneer in online diet websites and has been operating since 1996. DietWatch. com is owned and operated by Wellness Layers, Inc.

Contact:
Robert Hallock
410-653-0256

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Deadline Rapidly Approaching to Nominate Your Favorite Innovative Healthcare Company for the 2009 ABBY Awards

2011-05-22T11:19:00.000-07:00

Deadline Rapidly Approaching to Nominate Your Favorite Innovative Healthcare Company for the 2009 ABBY Awards

The Adaptive Business Leaders (ABL) Organization is accepting nominations until July 31st for the 2009 ABBY Awards, to be presented at the 11th Annual Innovations in HealthcareSM Awards Event, on October 28, 2009, at the Radisson Hotel, in Newport Beach, California. At this event, nine organizations will be recognized for their value-driven approaches to solving some of the toughest problems facing healthcare today, and three will take home the prestigious ABBY Award.

Orange, CA (PRWEB) July 21, 2009

This year's ABBY winners will be in excellent company. For the past 10 years, at ABL's Innovations in HealthcareSM Awards and Event, healthcare industry leaders have honored the organizations whose products and services are judged to be the most innovative, with proven metrics assuring their cost-effective quality. Previous ABBY Award winners and nominees have included companies that have made breakthroughs and transformative advances in medical devices, diagnostics, therapeutics, information technology, and electronic solutions, as well as organizations that have applied innovative systems and technology in providing care, enrolling beneficiaries, and reducing healthcare costs. ABBY winners in recent years have included: "Innovative Approach" winners Alameda County Medical Center, Health Hero Network, and Sutter Health's eICU; "Medical Technology" winners Accuray, Aperio Technologies, and eV3 Neurovascular Division; and "Healthcare IT" winners eHealth, Kaiser Permanente's Internet Services Division, and M*Modal. Since 1999, winning the ABBY Award for many of its 30+ recipients has been a major catalyst to greater market acceptance and enhanced peer recognition.

To qualify for consideration, nominated companies or divisions must have a product, service or application of technology that is currently approved for use and/or in the marketplace, or an innovative process with proven success metrics, that is lowering the cost of delivering quality, accessible healthcare. Nominated companies should fall into one of three categories: Innovations in Medical/Bio-Technology; Innovations in Healthcare Information and Telecommunications Technology; or Innovative Approaches to the Delivery of Healthcare.

All nominations must be submitted via this link by Friday, July 31. (http://www. abl. org/IIH/W/Nominations. htm) Previously nominated companies and/or divisions are encouraged to resubmit their nomination, as long as they have not previously won an ABBY and have not been an ABBY Finalist in the past two years. Qualifying nominees will then be awarded Semi-Finalist status.

In early August, Members of ABL's Innovations' Finalist Selection Committee will select three Finalists in each category. Each of these Finalists will be given the opportunity by ABL and Chesney Communications to make 7-minute video presentations, which will be posted on ABL's "Members Only" website. Voting by secret ballot for the Innovations in Healthcare ABBY winners will be open to all ABL Healthcare Members who have seen each of the three pre-recorded video presentations in each category in which they are voting. The votes will then be sealed, and - just like the Academy Awards - be presented to the three ABBY winners at the October 28 Innovations In HealthcareSM Awards and Event Ceremony.

Attendance at the 11th Annual Innovations in HealthcareSM Awards and Event Ceremony is open to senior executives of healthcare, health information and telecommunications technology, and medical and bio-technology firms, as well as all ABL Members. For more information about it and/or the ABL Organization, please contact Laura Grant at ABL at (714) 245-2407 or visit Innovations in HealthcareSM web page (http://www. abl. org/IIH. htm) or ABL Organization's web site (http://www. abl. org).

About the Adaptive Business Leaders Organization:
ABL is celebrating its 26th year of helping health and technology leaders grow great companies through its CEO Round Tables and frequent Events held throughout California. In monthly, confidential collaborative forums, ABL Members share with each other proven and innovative approaches to growing their businesses, helping one another capitalize on market trends and opportunities, and assuring they are well positioned for corporate and personal success.

Contact:
Laura Grant at (714/245-2407) or
Mimi Grant, President, at (714/245-1425)
Adaptive Business Leaders (ABL) Organization, abl. org (http://www. abl. org)

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CDI College to Hold 2010 Graduation Ceremony

2011-05-22T06:48:00.000-07:00

CDI College to Hold 2010 Graduation Ceremony

BC campuses celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2010

Surrey, BC (Vocus) May 6, 2010

Families, friends and well-wishers will gather with staff, faculty and honored guests at the Bell Centre for Performing Arts on Saturday, May 8, 2010 to recognize the accomplishments of CDI College’s business, health care and technology graduates.

This year’s ceremony includes grads from a diverse range of programs, such as Intra-Oral Dental Assistant, Legal Admin Assistant, Accounting and Payroll, and Addictions and Community Services Worker.

“After several months of dedication, focus and hard work, our graduates have developed the skill set and knowledge base to enter the job market with confidence,” says Dr Bohdan Bilan, CDI College’s Vice President of Academics. “CDI is proud of the Class of 2010 and wishes each of them the best as they embark on a new path. All of them are exceptional candidates for employment in their new career fields.”

The CDI College graduation ceremony will be held at the Bell Centre for Performing Arts, 6250 144th Street in Surrey and is open to the public. Seating begins at 10:00am, with the ceremony starting promptly at 10:30am. A reception will follow.

Keep up to date with news and events from all CDI campus locations by following us on Facebook (http://www. facebook. com/CDICollege) and Twitter (http://www. twitter. com/CDICollege).

About CDI College

CDI College, Canada’s leader in career training, has been helping students achieve career goals and aspirations for more than 40 years. With 15 campus locations across Canada, CDI College offers more than 50 industry-influenced diploma programs in the fields of business, technology and health care. CDI College's practical, hands-on learning experiences prepare students to enter the working world with the skills they need to succeed.

For more information:

Warren Mailey
Manager of Communications
778.331.8262, ext. 2130

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Personal Trainers in Chicago Available at New Website

2011-05-21T06:47:00.000-07:00

Personal Trainers in Chicago Available at New Website

Personal trainers for people living in Chicago or its suburbs are a click away at PersonalTrainerNetwork. com.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) January 30, 2006

For those that live in Chicago or its suburbs, personal trainers are a click away. At PersonalTrainerNetwork. com, visitors find profiles of over 100 personal trainers servicing the Chicago area. Visitors to the site are able to read personal trainer philosophies, see trainer photos, evaluate certifications and specialties, and talk to their chosen trainer before he or she comes to the door.

Launched in June 2005, Personal Trainer Network offers a variety of personal trainers to the Chicago market. Unlike many other “Find a someone” websites, Personal Trainer Network follows up every inquiry with a personal phone call within 24 hours and offers customer service that is hard to beat. “Not many people expect a phone call or any sort of personal service when they inquire about something on the web.” says Bill Cummings, president and founder of the company.

PTN was started with a strong belief that personal trainers can offer great help to those seeking health and fitness benefits. “Personal trainers provide knowledge and motivation, which many people need to get started,” says Cummings. “A lot of people use techniques that they used in high school and they’re getting hurt, or they simply aren’t getting the results that they want.” Personal Trainer Network’s trainers can get more results with a few weights, an exercise ball, and resistance cords than with an entire gym filled with equipment. But if kickboxing or pilates is preferred, they can provide that too. Whatever the fitness preference, PersonalTrainerNetwork. com is a great addition to Chicago’s fitness market.

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Military Benefit Association Sponsors TRICARE Supplement Coverage for Members and Families

2011-05-20T20:28:00.000-07:00

Military Benefit Association Sponsors TRICARE Supplement Coverage for Members and Families

Military Benefit Association (MBA), a sponsor of insurance and other benefits to the military and federal civilian communities, is sponsoring TRICARE Supplement Insurance for TRICARE-insured military families.

Chantilly, VA (Vocus) November 11, 2010

TRICARE insurance provides extensive civilian medical care benefits to military personnel, military retirees and their families. For those covered by TRICARE, the MBA TRICARE Supplement Insurance Plan will quickly reimburse eligible out-of-pocket medical expenses for insured MBA members and their families. This valuable TRICARE Supplement Insurance Plan comes in three options:
Standard: This option pays a share of the cost of covered health care services obtained from a non-network civilian health care provider Extra: This option is similar to a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) and offers a network of civilian doctors and military providers and get a discount on cost sharing Prime: This option is a voluntary HMO-type plan with an emphasis on preventive care

“We are proud to sponsor TRICARE supplement coverage as an additional benefit to the military community,” said Roy Gibson, president of Military Benefit Association. “Health insurance coverage is a necessary expense for veterans and service members, and we are pleased to be able to help those families defray some of their medical costs.”

MBA representatives can be reached by phone toll free at either (800) 336-0100 or at (703) 968-6200 ext. 3 for local or overseas calls.

To learn more about MBA and the benefits of membership, visit http://www. militarybenefit. org].

About Military Benefit Association: The Military Benefit Association was established in 1956 for the purpose of providing affordable life insurance and benefits to military members. Since then, MBA has evolved into an association that serves active duty, veterans, ready reserves, retirees, federal employees and their spouses and families. Insurance is underwritten by Government Personnel Mutual Life Insurance Company of San Antonio, TX.

Contact:
Glenda Lee
Glee(at)militarybenefit(dot)org
14605 Avion Parkway
PO Box 221110
Chantilly, VA 20153-1110
703-968-6200, ext. 315

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Premature Hair Loss? Could Be Ringworm

2011-05-20T18:46:00.000-07:00

Premature Hair Loss? Could Be Ringworm

There has been a link discovered between childrens hair loss and untreated cases of ringworm.

Memphis, TN (PRWEB) February 23, 2006

Untreated ringworm is often to blame for hair loss in children, Indiatimes Health reported in a recent article. Ringworm, also known as Tinea, is contagious and can be passed between children if parents aren’t careful.

There are many treatments available to concerned parents, such as antifungal ointment, lotion, or prescription-strength medications. Unfortunately, they can often prove to be ineffective. There are also herbal treatments, such as FungRx, available for parents who are concerned with side-effects and are afraid to use harsh chemicals on their child’s skin.

One company in Memphis believes they have a natural alternative to harsh or unsuccessful medications. A spokesman for Selmedica Healthcare Corporation said, “Ordinary creams and lotions only set on top of ringworm sores, temporarily relieving their symptoms and never reaching the source. FungRx penetrates deep below your skin’s first layer and seeps under ringworm sores to float them out of your skin for good.”

John Stark, from Galena, IL was concerned side effects of ringworm treatments. “I must be very cautious of what items I choose to use when I combat fungal infections and I can say this topical oil was a definite good purchase.”

“It has been less than a week, and I have been very impressed. I have had a direct dramatic improvement to the point of restored skin appearance at the original location of the ringworm infection site,” Stark said.

For more information about FungRx, visit www. FungRx. com.

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Elder Care Marketing Expert and Team Satisfy Huge Demand for "Done-For-You" Social Media Marketing Program

2011-05-19T11:00:00.000-07:00

Elder Care Marketing Expert and Team Satisfy Huge Demand for "Done-For-You" Social Media Marketing Program

LTC Expert Publication's owner Valerie VanBooven RN BSN and her team developed a new social media marketing program called "LTCSocialMark2.0" in February 2009. At that time Valerie, an elder care marketing expert, and her staff only allowed 25 clients to initially enroll. They weren't sure how successful their program might be….but by March 13, 2009- they knew that the program was a huge success.

St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) March 16, 2009

LTC Expert Publication's owner Valerie VanBooven RN BSN and her team developed a new social media marketing program called "LTCSocialMark2.0" in February 2009. At that time Valerie and her staff only allowed 25 clients to initially enroll. They weren't sure how successful their program might be….but by March 13, 2009- they knew that the program was a huge success.

"Now that we have all of our client's up and running (now at 50 clients), and have been blogging and posting with them and for them for about a month, we can see dramatic results on Google, Yahoo and other search engines. Our program includes all of the "basics" of social media marketing, including setting up accounts, blogs, videos, squeeze pages, website evaluations, ebooks, free reports, hubs, lenses, and more. It's a long process and very personal for each client. The goal of the whole program is to give them an outstanding internet presence that establishes credibility and trust within their local community," states VanBooven, Elder Care Marketing Expert and Owner of LTC Expert Publications LLC.

Originally developed for the busy elder care, home care, or senior service provider business owner, LTCSocialMark2.0 has crossed over into other niches and businesses such as women's health, real estate, and mortgage lenders. Clients can participate as much or as little as they want, and it still works remarkably well.

Valerie adds, "Right now we find that some people are very 'hands-off', and want us to take care of everything, and others are very involved - learning how to post on their blogs, learning how to use Facebook to their advantage and Twitter too!"

LTCSocialMark2.0 program sets up 11 accounts including: a business blog, Facebook personal, Facebook business, twitter, FriendFeed, Squidoo, Hubpages, Linkedin, Scribd, Ezinearticles, and Ideamarketers.

The bonuses include a mini-webpage to draw leads, a customized ebook, a short customized video, and a free report (pdf).

When asked how Valerie has time to manage all of these accounts for her clients she says that she has 4 very dedicated staff members who work on posts, account set up and video set up each day.

The cost is remarkably low, only costing $471 to set up and $97 per month thereafter. Even more incredible is that the pricing to add monthly video uploads is only $27 per month.

"We have always maintained that we like to keep our prices low, and our commitment to our clients high. In these economic times, businesses owners need cost effective internet advertising strategies that won't break the bank. We know EXACTLY how to get them there," VanBooven concludes.

For more information visit their website at http://www. ltcsocialmark. com (http://www. ltcsocialmark. com) or call 888-898-5828. Valerie VanBooven's team is now taking additional clients for a limited time.

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Why the Greatest Vitamin in the World As Seen on TV is Taking The World of Nutrition by Storm

2011-05-18T10:43:00.000-07:00

Why the Greatest Vitamin in the World As Seen on TV is Taking The World of Nutrition by Storm

Your Health is Your Greatest Asset. The Greatest Vitamin In the World Educates you on Nutrition for Your health and well being. Exciting News is here!

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) November 26, 2004

Educating yourself about nutrition is important to your health and well being. Please check our website at http://www. dontforgettotakeyourvitamins. com/woody4742 (http://www. dontforgettotakeyourvitamins. com/woody4742) and learn the shocking truth about many of the Vitamins on the market today. About 40% of North Americans are currently taking a multi-vitamin, but what they don't realize is that they might actually be harming their body more than benefiting it.

Most vitamins on the market today use synthetic vitamins rather than whole vitamins straight from vegetables and fruits because synthetic vitamins are much cheaper to produce. Synthetic vitamins currently being sold in almost every brand name supplement today can be dangerous to your health. For example, taking the synthetic form of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) can actually thicken the arterial walls of the heart by as much as 2.5 times, which can lead to heart disease! Other synthetic forms of Vitamins A, E, B, etc. can be just as dangerous.

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Ross University School of Medicine Recognized for Commitment to Public Service and Civic Leadership

2011-05-14T03:38:00.000-07:00

Ross University School of Medicine Recognized for Commitment to Public Service and Civic Leadership

Ross University School of Medicine was recognized by the Florida Campus Compact and First Lady Michelle Obama for its commitment to public service and civic leadership.

North Brunswick, NJ (PRWEB) October 27, 2009

Ross University School of Medicine was among several healthcare institutions recognized at a gala luncheon hosted by the Florida Campus Compact and First Lady Michelle Obama honoring students and teachers from across the state of Florida for their commitment to public service and civic leadership on October 15th.

The Florida Campus Compact is a membership organization of over 50 college and university presidents committed to helping students develop the values and skills of active citizenship through participation in public and community service.

Accepting the award for Ross University was Dr. Peter Gutierrez, faculty member at Ross University School of Medicine, director of Miami Dade College's Physician Assistant Program, and founder and medical director of the Miami Rescue Mission Clinic.

The Miami Rescue Mission Clinic (http://miamirescuemissionclinic. com/) was launched in June 2009 through the collaborative efforts of Ross University, Miami Rescue Mission, Baptist Hospital, and Miami Dade College for the purpose of providing medical services to the underserved and uninsured populations in downtown Miami.

The establishment of the Miami Rescue Mission Clinic was actually a long-term goal of "The Mission Project," which was started in 2000 to improve student achievement and clinical skills, cultivate civic responsibility, expand awareness of health needs, and improve the health and well-being of those served by the Miami Rescue Mission.

Ross University medical students fulfill part of their fifth semester clinical education requirements at the not-for-profit clinic, which in the short time since it was opened has already served more than 1,000 patients.

"The clinic operates without state or federal funding. All medical professionals serving this clinic do so on a volunteer basis and all the laboratory services and pharmaceutical services are provided at no cost," said Dr. Gutierrez. "We have over 10 physicians volunteering their services on a rotating basis, including students from Ross University and Miami Dade College. We have received wonderful feedback from Ross students who have rotated through the clinic and have benefited from learning about medical procedures and participating in community service."

About Ross University School of Medicine
Ross University was founded in 1978 and is a provider of medical and veterinary education offering doctor of medicine and doctor of veterinary medicine degree programs. Located in Dominica, West Indies, the School of Medicine places more graduates into U. S. residencies than any other medical school in the world and has clinical education centers in Miami, FL, Saginaw, MI, and Freeport, Grand Bahama. The School of Veterinary Medicine is located in St. Kitts.

Ross University's administrative offices are located in North Brunswick, NJ. For more information about Ross University, visit www. RossU. edu or call 732.509.4600/877.ROSS. EDU.

Contact:
Rebekah Herbison 732-509-4600 x2695

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American Red Cross Launches New CPR Station for all New York State Patron-Accessible Businesses

2011-05-14T03:22:00.000-07:00

American Red Cross Launches New CPR Station for all New York State Patron-Accessible Businesses

The American Red Cross announces the launch of a new CPR Station enabling all New York State businesses to be compliant with regulations mandating resuscitation equipment in all patron-accessible areas.

(PRWEB) July 12, 2005

The American Red Cross announces the launch of a new CPR Station enabling New York businesses to be compliant with state regulations mandating resuscitation equipment in all patron-accessible areas.

Under NYCRR Title 10, Part 801, Availability of Resuscitation Equipment in Certain Public Places, all New York State businesses that have patron-accessible areas are required to have specific resuscitation equipment readily available. Businesses affected by this regulation include but are not limited to bars, service counters, host/hostess stations, registration desks and concession stands, health clubs, theaters, concert halls, auditoriums, martial arts studios, health spas and studios, gymnasiums, medical, dental and veterinary practices and all manner of restaurants.

With a price of only $24.95, the American Red Cross CPR Station helps these and all patron-accessible businesses to be compliant with Part 801 regulations quickly and affordably.

Developed by leading first aid manufacturer First Aid Only in Vancouver, Washington, the American Red Cross CPR Station contains the products and information specified in Part 801 including four resuscitation face shields that can be used with both adults and children, gloves, sanitary wipes and a disposable bag, clearly marked instructions and basic CPR instructions in English and Spanish. The ARC CPR Station is organized, easy to display and mount, and features the distinctive Red Cross logo as a sign of reassurance to patrons and employees alike.

ÂThe Part 801 regulations have a significant impact on virtually every consumer business in New York State,Â said Jerilyn Hickey, Director of Business Development for the American Red Cross Greater Buffalo Chapter. ÂOur goal with the American Red Cross CPR Station is to provide a highly cost-effective, full-featured solution that not only helps businesses be compliant with Part 801, but also fosters a greater awareness and knowledge of proper CPR to benefit all New York State.Â

The product will be supported through awareness efforts of the New York State Restaurant Association, the New York State Department of Health, and through the American Red Cross. For more information on the American Red Cross CPR Station or to purchase a Station for your business, please contact your local American Red Cross Chapter. You can find the chapter nearest you online with the chapter locator at www. redcross. org.

Governed by volunteers and supported by community donations, the American Red Cross is a nationwide network of nearly 1,000 chapters and Blood Services regions dedicated to saving lives and helping people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. Led by 1.2 million volunteers and 30,000 employees, the Red Cross annually mobilizes relief to families affected by more than 67,000 disasters, trains almost 12

Million people in lifesaving skills and exchanges more than a million emergency messages for U. S. military service personnel and their families. The Red Cross is the largest supplier of blood and blood products to more than 3,000 hospitals across the nation and also assists victims of international disasters and conflicts at locations worldwide.

Founded by entrepreneur Mark Miller, First Aid Only has been an American Red Cross partner for more than a decade and is a leading manufacturer of first aid kits with a wide range of products spanning both the consumer and business markets. The core strengths of the company have been, and remain, innovation and commitment to quality and value. Founded in 1988, First Aid Only is a privately held company and operates from a 54,000 square foot facility in Vancouver, Washington. Further information can be found at www. firstaidonly. com.

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Announcing BioCella - Breakthrough Cosmeceutical Skin Care Line! Offering Instant Solutions For Healthy Skin!

2011-05-13T11:28:00.000-07:00

Announcing BioCella - Breakthrough Cosmeceutical Skin Care Line! Offering Instant Solutions For Healthy Skin!

Whether you're 17 or 70, male or female, you can have glowing, healthy, radiant skin in only a few short weeks.

Ontario, CA (PRWEB) November 1, 2004

Shanette Seipt, Platinum Award winning esthetician and founder of L'Exquisite Inc, spoke enthusiastically today about her breakthrough skin care product line featured at www. lexquisite. ca For those who have been disappointed with skin care claims that promise the moon and deliver poor results, these revolutionary skin care products will surprise and delight users with its immediate and powerful effect. Based on 20 years of study and experience, our new BioCella cosmeceutical skin care line suits all skin types, ages and genders including men, women and teens. Addressing the concerns of a broad range of skin conditions, this non-irritating, non-comedogenic skin care line not only age defying, but also dramatically improves the overall appearance of the skin by altering the texture of the skin in the deeper level.

Accommodating all skin types from normal or dry to oily, sensitive or acneic, even rosacea and hyperpigmentation, the advanced high quality active skin care ingredients include glycolic acid along with the correct alpha hydroxy acid - AHA - concentration and many other scientifically proven natural ingredients supporting the skin's ability to regenerate new skin cells. Doubting Thomas's become believers within 30 days after seeing a marked diminishment of fine lines and wrinkles, increased elasticity, minimized pores, as well as improvement to the texture of the skin. The ph-adjusted products are the most technologically advanced skin care products on the market and can safely be used by the entire family. Even men love the products.

The latest, most revolutionary trend in anti wrinkle products are Botox alternatives. BioCella Cellutox is one of those antiaging breakthrough products of the century. It restores and maintains a youthful look, rejuvenates the skin and even helps reverse the effects of aging without side effects. Argireline, the active ingredient in Cellutox is a safe, non-toxic topical alternative to Botox (Botulinum toxin type A.

Ms. Seipt, founder of L'Exquisite Inc. explained: "It has been my experience that as soon as one starts using these advanced treatments a dramatic change to the appearance of the skin is noticed. After years of trial and error use of different skin care products, I found that the BioCella skin care system brings about amazing results that exceed my clients expectations.

Formulated to repair damaged skin by exfoliating dead skin cells, and stimulating natural collagen production, the powerful ingredients achieve incredible changes that slow down the aging process, even out skin tones, assist with breakouts, improve texture and leave the skin glowing and soft to the touch.

The above mentioned skin care products are only a sample of the more than 30 additional beauty treatments offered at the L'Exquisite web site. In addition, L'Exquisite Inc. ships their products worldwide to accommodate clients and customers around the globe.

To learn more about L'Exquisite products and beauty suggestions and to discover the finest skin care available, please visit the L'Exquisite web site at www. lexquisite. ca

You may also contact the trailblazing esthetician of L'Exquisite Inc, Ms. Seipt at info@lexquisite. ca

If you wish to learn more about her skin care approach and health/beauty products you may call Toll Free at 877-lexqsit 877-539-7748 for additional details or visit the on-line catalog for more skin care and cosmetic products.

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Doctor Prescribes Nutrition for Kids' Health

2011-05-10T02:35:00.000-07:00

Doctor Prescribes Nutrition for Kids' Health

According to Carolyn Dean, MD, ND, life-threatening diseases such as diabetes once consigned to adults are becoming alarmingly common in childhood. Asthma, allergies, endocrine irregularities, behavioral problems and a host of other maladies in children have reached epidemic proportions. Nonetheless, Dr. Dean argues, prevention and reversal are possible with sound nutrition and common sense.

Austin, Texas (Vocus/PRWEB) December 01, 2010

Dr. Dean’s new booklet, Kids’ Health—A Doctor’s Guide for Parents, published by Better Nutrition magazine, offers clear-cut guidelines for achieving, maintaining or restoring children’s health.

Sugar, sugar everywhere...
The facts Dr. Dean presents are hard to swallow. She relates that a staggering 1,000% more children today are diagnosed with diabetes compared to 1990, and that “…over 80% of type 2 diabetes is related to being overweight.” According to Dr. Dean, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommendations sanction up to 25% of calories in one’s daily diet from added sugar, amounting to approximately 33 teaspoons of sugar in a daily diet of 2,000 calories. However, the USDA states that the average annual sugar consumption per person has increased from 123.3 pounds in 1970 to 170.5 pounds in 2008, amounting to 50.5 teaspoons of sugar a day, exceeding the IOM limits by over 17 teaspoons every day.

Health risks associated with sugar consumption are legendary: hypoglycemia, adrenal stress, insulin resistance leading to diabetes, tooth decay, candida (yeast) and behavior disorders; sugar can also precipitate hypertension and high cholesterol in later life. So who gains from this dwindling spiral? As Dr. Dean points out in Kids’ Health, the refined sugar industry cultivates millions of acres of corn, sugarcane and beets annually. Companies that produce artificial sweeteners and additives also have a big stake in the game, as does the fast food industry, as do the advertising media, as do the pharmaceutical companies that manufacture insulin, drugs to treat ADHD, Prozac and other psychiatric drugs and medicines, as do the hospitals that treat those who have become too frail as a result of this vicious cycle.

The role of diet in ADHD...
How do children behave when certain foods are eliminated from their diets? In Kids’ Health Dr. Dean cites several studies that found striking improvements in mood, learning ability and social skills among public school students, children diagnosed with hyperactivity, ADD and other behavioral problems, and even juvenile delinquents. In these studies, children were taken off sugar, high-carbohydrate junk foods, foods with additives and common foods such as milk, eggs, wheat and citrus. Dr. Dean’s own patients, including children with ADHD and autism, have improved when they stopped consuming sugar, gluten, casein, soy, MSG and artificial sweeteners.

The booklet steps mightily into a current arena of controversy, challenging the medical and pharmaceutical establishment’s penchant for medicating children with powerful psychiatric drugs. Dr. Dean writes: “It has been said of conventional medicine that ‘when all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail.’ When doctors are allowed to treat ADHD with drugs without looking at the greater picture of diet and supplements, our children become the nails. But hammering them with medication doesn’t address the root problem. It just makes matters worse.”

Sensible nutrition...
Kids’ Health presents practical guidance for parents. Dean stresses the importance of including vegetables and fruits grown without pesticides and herbicides (organic), meats without added hormones or antibiotics, and nutrient-dense, high-fiber whole grains. She admits that orchestrating such a diet may not be easy for busy parents, but it is critical to the health, development and well-being of their children.

Dr. Dean is an outspoken advocate for magnesium, a mineral essential for muscles and nerves to relax. She quotes from her book, The Magnesium Miracle: “It’s not just adults who get anxious because they are on magnesium-deficient diets…ADHD, autism, juvenile delinquency and childhood depression are associated with magnesium deficiency, and some say these conditions can be caused by it.” In a market flooded with supplements, there is only one that she endorses for children, meeting all of her criteria for magnesium, zinc, essential fatty acids (EPA and DHA), B vitamins, vitamin C and trace minerals: Kids Natural Calm Multi from Peter Gillham’s Natural Vitality. As Dr. Dean writes in Kids’ Health, “…[it] provides a good tasting liquid supplement using organic flavors and organic non-sugar sweeteners…plus they’ve added a blend of 24 organic vegetables and fruits most kids don’t get in their current diet.”

Real changes...
Kids’ Health steers parents away from accepted norms that favor big-dollar, low-nutrient consumption, healthcare and drugs. Dr. Dean writes: “You may be relieved to discover that there are environmental and dietary reasons that explain your child’s health or behavior…Awareness is certainly the first step toward change. Once we become aware, we can begin educating ourselves toward a better future for all of our children.”

To order copies of Kids’ Health—A Doctor’s Guide for Parents ($4.95), visit Amazon. com

For information about Kids Natural Calm Multi see http://www. naturalvitalitykids. com

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MonaVie & 19 Ways to Better Health

2011-05-10T01:51:00.000-07:00

MonaVie & 19 Ways to Better Health

MonaVie, a blend of 19 fruits, is more than just a beverage, itÂs an investment in your health.

Tallahassee, FL (PRWEB) May 14, 2005

In January 2005, Monarch Health Sciences (http://www. monarchhs. com (http://www. monarchhs. com)) launched their newest in a line of health improving, nutritional productsÂMonaVie & MonaVie Active. MonaVie (http://www. monavie. com (http://www. monavie. com)) is a delicious blend of nutritional fruits. Its main ingredient, aÃ§aÃ, is found only in the Amazon Rain Forest. AÃ§aÃ has had rave media coverage in the past few months, including segments on NBC, CBS, and featured on eDiets. com as an Âenergizing super fruitÂ.

In todayÂs society and around the world, millions are faced with a variety of health related issues. Obesity and unhealthy eating habits are now prevalent with adolescents and young children. Only about 1 in every 5 people consumes the recommended amount of fruits per day. Their daily routine might include an apple, an orange, and banana. On special occasions a pineapple might be added, but what about variety?

MonaVie contains a total of 19 fruits from around the world including pomegranates, cranberries, lychee, camu camu, acerola, aronia, bilberries, blueberries, bananas, prunes, pears, apples, nashi pears, aÃ§aÃ, passion fruit, kiwi, white and purple grape, apricot, and wolfberries. Each fruit, pureed entirely, combines to create this wonderful beverage that has a vast array of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, antioxidants, anthocyanins, phytochemicals and more.

MonaVie Active contains the 19 fruits and the added support of Celadrin and Glucosamine. Celadrin lubricates and revitalizes membranes that cushion bones and joints. Glucosamine restores flexibility and is the natural building block of healthy cartilage. With both Celadrin & Glucosamine, MonaVie Active will enable millions of people to live joyous and active lives again.

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Virtual DiVAs Help Virtual Women Professionals Get a Real Life

2011-05-07T10:10:00.000-07:00

Virtual DiVAs Help Virtual Women Professionals Get a Real Life

Adopting unhealthy work habits has led to serious health concerns among women working virtually. The online networking/support group Virtual DiVAs (VirtualDiVAs. org) was founded to help connect these women and offer support in their struggle to regain life balance.

Avon, OH (PRWEB) June 22, 2006

Erratic work schedules, sleep deprivation, circulation problems and weight gain have plagued many women who work virtually. Though many of these women elected to work from home-based offices for increased flexibility and the opportunity to spend more time with their families - the opposite is often true. Adopting unhealthy habits has led to serious health concerns among women working virtually. The online networking/support group Virtual DiVAs (http://www. VirtualDiVAs. org (http://www. VirtualDiVAs. org)) was founded to help connect these women and offer support in their struggle to regain life balance.

“Commitment to our clients, and to the success of our businesses often translates into long hours behind our PCs with very little activity,” group founder, Roxanne Ravenel revealed, “This type of sedentary lifestyle can quickly lead to serious health problems – weight gain, circulation problems, and the tendency to take care of everyone but yourself. Through online support and group activities - like our virtual group walks – Virtual DiVAs members are combating this tendency and seeing great success.”

Ravenel founded the group earlier this year as a way to help virtual assistants and other virtual professionals to keep sight of the importance of getting up from their desks, out of the house, and enjoying their lives. The goal of Virtual DiVAs members is to achieve business success through a more balanced work/lifestyle. The group’s innovative virtual group walks have motivated many of its members to spend more time away from the office as a way to spur a healthier lifestyle and increase productivity and creativity.

Group members offer each other support, inspiration and encouragement. Each member’s commitment to not only their own advancement, but to being an active participant in the success of fellow group members, has been a key factor in the positive results that many Virtual DiVAs members have achieved. The group is hosting an Open House teleconference on Wednesday, June 28th at 7:30PM EST with guest speaker Gillian Hood-Gabrielson, an Intuitive Eating Coach that specializes in helping women entrepreneurs overcome emotional overeating to achieve their natural weight.

To learn more about Virtual DiVAs (http://www. VirtualDiVAs. org (http://www. VirtualDiVAs. org)) or to attend the group’s upcoming Open House – an open teleconference – visit http://www. virtualdivas. org/deventsschedule. html (http://www. virtualdivas. org/deventsschedule. html).

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SIUE School of Pharmacy, SLU Pharmacology Receive $975K NIH Grant

2011-05-07T06:53:00.000-07:00

SIUE School of Pharmacy, SLU Pharmacology Receive $975K NIH Grant

The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Pharmacy has been awarded -- along with the Saint Louis University Department of Pharmacology and Physiology -- a $974,024 National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant to study ways of relieving chronic pain through new approaches in treating neuroinflammation.

Edwardsville, Ill. (Vocus) November 3, 2009

The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville School of Pharmacy (http://www. siue. edu/pharmacy/) has been awarded -- along with the Saint Louis University Department of Pharmacology and Physiology -- a $974,024 National Institutes of Health (NIH) grant to study ways of relieving chronic pain through new approaches in treating neuroinflammation.

Funding for the NIH grant was made possible in part by federal stimulus funding through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

Professor Daniela Salvemini, an associate professor of pharmacological and physiological science at the SLU School of Medicine, and William Neumann, an assistant professor of medicinal chemistry in the SIUE School of Pharmacy, are the project's principal researchers who will be studying how "peroxynitrite" (produced in the body in inflammatory settings) can actually cause chronic pain when the body produces too much of the chemical.

According to the research abstract filed by Salvemini and Neumann, chronic pain is a global problem but in the United States alone one third of Americans suffer from it. However, about 30 percent of those chronic pain sufferers report that drugs now available on the market do not help the problem.

"When you have inflammation in the body," Neumann explained, "reactive oxygen species and free radicals are produced, which can lead to formation of the neurotoxic molecule, peroxynitrite. Normally, these reactive molecules are kept under tight wraps by the body's own antioxidant defense systems.

"But, if these systems become compromised, as in a state of chronic pain, it actually can make the problem worse. We'll be looking at creating a synthetic enzyme that will go in and destroy the peroxynitrite."

Over the past decade, Salvemini's pioneering research led to the discovery of peroxynitrite. "We discovered the substance... which turns out to be very important in the development of pain and inflammation. If we target that molecule, we hope we can find new therapies with fewer side effects," said Salvemini.

"Currently, pain is often poorly managed. Our hope is to find better ways to eliminate human suffering."

The two-year grant is being administered through the NIH's National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases. "By using various accepted lab methods, we will try to create in rats arthritic conditions and see how they react to the pharmacology we introduce," Neumann said. "The broad potential therapeutic use of these new analgesic agents we're proposing is not a part of current pain management drugs," he said.

"Our team will draw upon previous breakthroughs in the development of free radical targeted therapies but we will go further in creating a new approach to combat the problem without some of the current side effects of current pain management drugs."

William Neumann received a bachelor of science in Chemistry from the University of Missouri at Columbia in 1983 and a doctorate in 1987 from UM-St. Louis, where he worked on synthetic methodologies directed at preparing antitumor cyclopentanoid natural products. Since then, he has conducted research in both the diagnostic imaging and therapeutic pharmaceutical industries. Prior to joining the SIUE School of Pharmacy he spent the majority of his industrial career at Monsanto corporate research and later Pharmacia, leading the new synthetic methods group. He also is currently adjunct professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Saint Louis University. Professor Neumann's research interests are structure based drug discovery and catalytic antioxidants. At SIUE, he teaches Biochemistry and Integrated Pharmacotherapeutics: GI/Rheumatology/Pulmonary -- Medicinal Chemistry.

Daniela Salvemini received her BSc in pharmacology in 1987 from King's College London and her doctorate in pharmacology in 1990 at the William Harvey Research Institute, University College in London. After four years of post-doctoral fellowship, Salvemini joined the private sector where she spent more than a decade working on drug discovery and development of novel anti-inflammatories and analgesics. She came to Saint Louis University in 2005. Salvemini's research achievements are reflected in numerous peer-reviewed publications, reviews and lectures in the field of pain and inflammation and several international awards including the prestigious Novartis Award in pharmacology.

As the only downstate Illinois pharmacy doctorate program, the SIUE School of Pharmacy (http://www. siue. edu/pharmacy/) addresses the growing need for well-trained pharmacists in a career field that is experiencing rapid and dramatic growth. The SIUE School of Pharmacy offers a quality pharmacy education (http://www. siue. edu/pharmacy) that will prepare you for a successful career in health care. Earn a doctor of pharmacy degree (http://www. siue. edu/pharmacy/PharmD. shtml) from a fully accredited pharmacy school (http://www. siue. edu/pharmacy) that serves as a model for new pharmacy education programs.

SIUE is a nationally recognized public university offering a broad choice of degrees and programs ranging from career-oriented fields of study to the essential, more traditional, liberal arts. SIUE offers the advantages of a small, liberal arts college with the low tuition rates of a state university. Our emphasis on undergraduate education, complemented by faculty research, creates practical applications for student learning. Located in the second most populated area of the state, this Illinois university draws students from all 102 Illinois counties, 42 states and 50 nations.

One of 12 Illinois colleges and universities, SIUE is located on 2,600 acres of rolling hills and woodlands in Edwardsville, just 25 miles from St. Louis, a major metropolitan area. Proximity to the St. Louis area enhances SIUE's energy and vitality. The campus is easily accessed from several major interstates, while the city of Edwardsville offers ample opportunity for jobs, entertainment, shopping and fun.

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Schnader's J. Denny Shupe New Head of the Firm's Litigation Services Department

2011-05-05T15:09:00.000-07:00

Schnader's J. Denny Shupe New Head of the Firm's Litigation Services Department

J. Denny Shupe was recently appointed as head of Litigation Services Department at Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP, and John K. Gisleson will now serve as the new Vice-Chair of the Department.

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) December 4, 2007

Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP is pleased to announce that J. Denny Shupe of its Philadelphia office has been appointed Chair of the Litigation Services Department and John K. Gisleson of its Pittsburgh office has been appointed Vice-Chair. Messrs. Shupe and Gisleson will be replacing Samuel Silver and Jennifer DuFault James, respectively. Mr. Silver will be playing a different role within the Firm, having been elected to the Firm's Executive Committee recently, and both Mr. Silver and Ms. DuFault James will continue to play active roles in the Litigation Services Department, which is Schnader's largest department with more than 100 attorneys (http://www. schnader. com).

"We have great confidence in our two partners, Denny and John, to provide the kind of leadership and vision that will allow the department to continue to be successful and provide innovative, valuable service to our clients," said Chairman Ralph Wellington. "I would like to thank Sam and Jennifer for their dedication and hard work in leading the department during the past four years - with their guidance and sound judgment, the department has grown and the practice has flourished."

Mr. Shupe noted that he is looking forward to his new position. "Sam and Jennifer were a dynamic team that allowed the department to thrive, and I appreciate the effort and time they have put in to make Schnader and its Litigation Services Department successful," he said. "I am excited to be able to work with John and continue to build upon their foundation of growth and success, while also bringing a fresh vision, energy, and strategic direction to the department. Schnader is known for excellence in trial and appellate courtrooms, and that core strength positions us well for the future."

Mr. Shupe, who previously chaired the Firm's Aviation and Products Liability practice groups, is one of Schnader's leading aviation and product liability (http://www. schnader. com/schnader/NEWEST_4_02/siteFiles/offices/locationdetail. asp? fld_index=9) trial lawyers, representing national and international clients and litigating cases throughout the United States. He is an elected member of the International Association of Defense Counsel, and has been selected as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer since 2004. A retired U. S. Air Force command pilot, Mr. Shupe served more than 23 years in the active and reserve forces and has more than 4,400 hours of flight time on a variety of jet aircraft. He presently serves as chair of the Aerospace Law Committee for the Defense Research Institute, a position he has held since 2006. An active member of the United Service Organizations (USO) of Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey - also known as the Liberty USO - Mr. Shupe has served on the Board of Directors for the organization since 1991, and was Chairman of the Board from 2001-2004. Additionally, he served as the national chair for the United Service Organizations (USO) Affiliate Council in 2003-2005, and again in 2006-2007. Mr. Shupe was recently honored with the President's Call to Service Award from President's Council on Service and Civic Participation, which recognized his 4,000-plus hours of volunteer service and support of U. S. armed forces through the USO.

Mr. Gisleson began his career in Schnader's Philadelphia office before moving to the Pittsburgh office, which allows him to bring a unique cross-office perspective to his position as Vice-Chair, and which the new leadership team will emphasize. He previously served as co-chair of the Firm's Business Litigation Practice Group. Mr. Gisleson is one of Schnader's leading trial lawyers, specializing as a commercial litigation attorney (http://www. schnader. com/schnader/NEWEST_4_02/siteFiles/offices/locationdetail. asp? fld_index=8) in a variety of industries. He tries cases in federal, state, and bankruptcy courts, in addition to American Arbitration Association arbitrations. He is a Fellow of the Academy of Advocacy of Temple University. Mr. Gisleson has been a member of the Pittsburgh Chapter of the American Inns of Court since 1999, and has been selected as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer since 2004. He also is active in community affairs, serving as the President of the Board of Directors for the Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra and Vice-President of the Rotary Club of Upper St. Clair-Bethel Park. He has previously served as a participant of Leadership Pittsburgh XIX, in 2002-2003.

About Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP

Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP is a law firm with offices in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, New York, California, Washington, DC, New Jersey and Delaware. Schnader serves local, national and international clients ranging from large corporations to start-ups and entrepreneurs to individual clients in more than 40 areas of the law. In addition to the firm's traditional strengths in complex litigation, commercial transactions, wealth management, and family law, the firm has significant experience and depth in intellectual property, international business law (http://www. schnader. com/NEWEST_4_02/siteFiles/practiceAreas/practicearea. asp? id=45), labor laws, financial services, real estate development and construction, corporate governance, appellate services, technology-based companies, media and communications, government relations and regulatory affairs, aviation issues, and health care law. For more information visit www. Schnader. com or contact Caroline M. Brobeil, Public Relations Manager for the firm.

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This Week in Outsideleft Magazine

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This Week in Outsideleft Magazine

New CD's, art reviews and a guide to surviving the summer music festivals from outsideleft. com

(PRWEB) June 10, 2005

New stories and reviews added in the past week to outsideleft. com include a feature about Los Angeles art collective, SODA, the Society of Distracted Artists. The group held their first show this past weekend and it was a great eceltic success.

Also this featured, our music editor Alex V. Cook listens intently to the new release from Sage Francis, enjoying the affrontery - calling out people by name like Public Enemy used to, flying references like the West Memphis Three, seminal LA punk band Suicidal Tendencies and HMOs all within a matter of seconds...

In our ongoing Behind the counterculture series, John Peel favorite Ivor Cutler was spotted up on ladbroke grove.

What have the outsideleft readers been reading recently?

1. Your Hall Pass to the Grand Ole Opry

2. Outsideleft Poll Results

3. SODA - The Society of Distracted Artists

4. Oops, I Think I'm Pregnant

5. From The Moshpit #7: When The Music's Over

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SunGard Identifies Ten Trends for 2010 in Insurance

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SunGard Identifies Ten Trends for 2010 in Insurance

New York, NY (Vocus) June 29, 2010

Tara Winters, senior vice president of SunGard’s insurance business said, “Insurers are thinking about key initiatives in 2010 that will help them comply with regulatory changes and grow their businesses. Regulatory compliance has evolved from simple regulatory reporting to the ability to demonstrate transparency through robust enterprise risk management processes and systems. To promote growth, insurers must increase the efficiency of the distribution organization and view it as more than just an operational function. This requires improved access to accurate and timely data, the ability to turn this data into actionable information, as well as improved policyholder and producer services.”

SunGard’s ten trends shaping Insurance in 2010 are:

1. Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) - Governance adherence, transparency in risk reporting and proof-of-compliance are required disciplines to meet upcoming regulations such as Solvency II and IFRS.

2. Distribution Management - Increasing competition requires expansion of distribution networks to new markets and product differentiation.

3. Business Growth – Accelerated product development and introduction of new sales channels are important factors in premium growth.

4. Client Service – Agent networks require integration and collaboration tools to meet client demands for better, faster information available through the Internet and on mobile devices.

5. Business Intelligence/Analytics - Data analysis provides a deeper understanding of agent performance and financial solvency for greater transparency and informed decision making.

6. Consulting Services - Leading insurance carriers look for specialists outside their organizations to provide support for strategic planning and regulatory compliance.

7. Business Process Management (BPM) – Increased automation in routine decision-making functions and electronic document workflows help improve efficiency and auditability.

8. Cloud Computing - New technology architectures such as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)* help increase operational efficiency, reduce total cost of ownership, and accelerate time-to-market.

9. Portfolio Management – New requirements for portfolio balancing are being introduced to help regain losses and take advantage of advances while maintaining a conservative posture.

10. Reinsurance Management – More complex reinsurance contracts increase the need for efficiency through automation and better management tools.

*SunGard Financial Systems is pursuing a visionary initiative to transform some of the key functionality of its core systems into components creating software-as-a-service (SaaS)-based solutions. Infinity uses a service-oriented architecture (SOA) development framework, offers a business process management platform (Infinity Process Platform) and a virtualized, on-demand delivery infrastructure.

About SunGard’s iWorks:
SunGard’s iWorks is a business-driven IT product suite for the insurance industry in each of the following major business lines: life/health/annuities/pensions, property and casualty and reinsurance. iWorks offers a range of products and services including front-office tools, policy administration, reinsurance, actuarial calculations, financial accounting, investment accounting, and reporting. SunGard partners with customers to deliver products and services that align with changing business and regulatory needs.

About SunGard:
SunGard is one of the world’s leading software and technology services companies. SunGard has more than 20,000 employees and serves 25,000 customers in 70 countries. SunGard provides software and processing solutions for financial services, higher education and the public sector. SunGard also provides disaster recovery services, managed IT services, information availability consulting services and business continuity management software. With annual revenue exceeding $5 billion, SunGard is ranked 380 on the Fortune 500 and is the largest privately held business software and IT services company. For more information visit http://www. sungard. com.

Trademark Information: SunGard, the SunGard logo and iWorks are trademarks or registered trademarks of SunGard Data Systems Inc. or its subsidiaries in the U. S. and other countries. All other trade names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Federal and New York State Courts Reaffirm That No Inherent Fiduciary Duty Exists Between Insurance Companies, Brokers and Clients

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Federal and New York State Courts Reaffirm That No Inherent Fiduciary Duty Exists Between Insurance Companies, Brokers and Clients

The insurance industry continues to defend itself against lawsuits alleging the existence of a fiduciary duty between insurance companies, insurance brokers and clients. Lisa Shrewsberry, a partner with the New York law firm of Traub Eglin Lieberman Straus, recently defended two such cases in both federal and New York state courts. Both courts agreed with Shrewsberry's argument that under New York law, insurance companies and their representatives generally do not owe a fiduciary duty to those insure. The relationship between insurer or broker and client is a common commercial relationship, even if the company or its broker maintains a long-standing personal relationship with the client.

Hawthorne, NY (PRWEB) September 13, 2006

TRAUB EGLIN LIEBERMAN STRAUS LLP (TELS) is pleased to announce that in two recent cases argued in New York, TELS attorney Lisa L. Shrewsberry was able to uphold the principle that the relationship between an insurance company or its broker and an insured is that of a common commercial relationship, not rising to the level of a fiduciary.

The first case, filed in U. S. District Court, Southern District of New York, alleged misconduct by TIAA-CREF and its related entities in the sale of a single life annuity to a 70 year-old university professor. The professor, who suffered from severe emphysema, retired with approximately $1.3 million in retirement benefits. After retirement, the professor decided to purchase a single life annuity without a guaranteed payout period or death benefit. Such an annuity provides greater monthly income than similar annuities with those features built-in. Approximately six months after retirement, the professor passed away.

The executrix of the professor's estate subsequently sued TIAA-CREF, alleging that the insurance company should have prevented the professor from purchasing that type of annuity. In light of her deteriorating health, the suit alleged, TIAA-CREF should have recognized that the annuity was not in her best interests. The Plaintiff also alleged that the issuer of the annuity recognized a substantial windfall upon the death of the annuitant (the professor), and that they breached a fiduciary duty by selling the annuity contract to her.

Lisa Shrewsberry of TELS then filed a motion to dismiss for failure to state a claim upon which relief might be granted. In the motion, Ms. Shrewsberry argued that, under New York law, insurance companies and their representatives generally do not owe a fiduciary duty to those they insure. While a fiduciary duty can be created, even in certain arms-length transactions, an active attempt by the insurance company to create such a relationship is required.

As part of her motion, Shrewsberry argued that an annuitant purchasing a single life annuity is presumed to know that he might pass away before receiving substantial benefits of the policy. Ms. Shrewsberry also pointed towards Plaintiff's own evidence that the professor, who had a PhD and taught in universities for more than 30 years, was capable of understanding the repercussions of her actions, and that she was not too incapacitated to engage in arms-length contractual negotiations. Judge Deborah A. Batts, who presided over the case in Federal court, agreed. She found that no fiduciary duty existed, and dismissed the complaint in its entirety.

In another case, Ms. Shrewsberry represented an insurance broker who was accused of breaching a fiduciary duty. The Plaintiff filed suit against the broker and his attorneys when the Plaintiff's $700,000 life insurance policy lapsed. The policy was originally purchased in 1989, and was owned by an irrevocable life insurance trust (ILIT). In 1999, the ownership of the policy was to be transferred to a second trust. The transfer never took place and, only one year later, the policy lapsed for non-payment of premium. The Plaintiff's poor health prevented him from simply reinstating the policy.

The Plaintiff then filed suit, alleging that the insurance broker, with whom he had a close relationship for 40 years, should have ensured that the change of ownership was effected, and should have prevented the policy from lapsing. Ms. Shrewsberry countered by filing a motion for summary judgment, arguing that there was no fiduciary duty between the broker and the Plaint ff.

Under New York law, an insurance broker has a duty to obtain insurance coverage requested by the client within a reasonable time, or to inform the client of the inability to do so. There is generally no duty to continue to advise the client, as the client is ordinarily in a better position to know his own financial situation and insurance needs. Therefore, the relationship between broker and client is an ordinary commercial relationship, not one involving a fiduciary duty.

Ms. Shrewsberry went on to argue that even though the Plaintiff and broker were longstanding friends, no fiduciary duty existed between the two. Justice Steve Jaeger heard all arguments, and granted Ms. Shrewsberry's motion for summary judgment. Justice Jaeger agreed that, although the insurance broker attempted to facilitate the transfer of ownership of the policy, there was nothing more he should have done. In granting the motion, Justice Jaeger rejected the Plaintiff's claims that the broker should have known when the policy was about to lapse and should have prevented the lapse. Since the ultimate cause of the lapse was the Plaintiff's failure to pay the premiums, the Plaintiff was ultimately responsible.

Both of these cases reflect different ways that the "fiduciary duty" argument is used to assign blame when the purchaser of insurance is actually the responsible party. As both Plaintiffs discovered, New York law clearly spells out that the relationship between an insurer or its representative and the customer does not automatically rise to the level of fiduciary.

The case involving the insurance company was Vera Muller-Paisner v. TIAA-CREF (U. S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Index No. 03 Civ. 6265). The second case was Michael Wolfe v. Tannenbaum, Dubin & Robinson LLP (Supreme Court of the State of New York, Nassau County, Index Number 014600-01).

TELS congratulates Ms. Shrewsberry for these two successes. For more information on Ms. Shrewsberry, a partner with TELS, please visit:

Www. tels. com/profiles/lisashrewsberry/ (http://www. tels. com/profiles/lisashrewsberry/ )

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Join Dr. Pat Baccili on December 11th at 8:00 AM PST/11:00 AM EST for Her Internationally Syndicated Radio Show to Honor Philadelphia Eagles Running Back, Duce Staley, - A Lot of Heart, A Lot of Character, both On and Off the Field

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Join Dr. Pat Baccili on December 11th at 8:00 AM PST/11:00 AM EST for Her Internationally Syndicated Radio Show to Honor Philadelphia Eagles Running Back, Duce Staley, - A Lot of Heart, A Lot of Character, both On and Off the Field

Please tune in on Thursday morning, December 11th at 8:00 AM Pacific/11:00 AM Eastern Time for the internationally syndicated radio show, ÂCrust BustingÂ Your Way to an Awesome LifeÂ, hosted by Dr. Pat Baccili. Logon to www. voiceamerica. com to listen to the show that is changing peopleÂs lives. You can send your questions for Dr. Pat and her guest, Philadelphia Eagles running back, Duce Staley by email to drpat@crustbusting. com. The show will be rebroadcast on Thursday night at 8:00 PM PST/11:00 PM EST. All previous shows are archived on Dr. PatÂs website at www. crustbusting. com.

(PRWEB) December 9, 2003

Duce Staley, Crust-Buster of the Month - A Lot of Heart, A Lot of Character both On and Off the Field.

ÂDuce Staley has been an inspiration to me and many people, as he's a fighter that doesn't give up for a good cause. Besides overcoming many personal and professional hurdles in his life, he has helped countless underprivileged children with The Duce Staley Foundation and many other charities. I am truly proud to welcome Duce Staley to our network as he is a positive influence in many people's lives and understands getting rid of negative obstacles to go forward in a positive direction as Pat Baccili will discuss with her "Crust-Busting" radio show,Â commented Tacy Trump, Executive Producer at VoiceAmerica. Throughout his six-year career, Staley has endured much pain to perform on game day. From a painful hernia that plagued him most of the 1998 season to a Lis Franc sprain (foot) in 2000 that sidelined him for the final 11 games of the year to a shoulder injury early in 2001 that cost him more than two games and caused him to wear a harness the remainder of the season, Staley has kept coming back. With 1,065 rushing yards in 1998 and 1,273 more in '99, Staley became the 3rd Eagles running back to ever register back-to-back 1,000 rushing yard seasons. Duce was voted by his teammates as the team's offensive MVP in 1998 and '99. Some say Duce is back. Dr. Pat says, ÂDuce never left. His character and big heart have always been right in there supporting his teammates and making contributions toward the greater good of others.Â

One of the key Crust-Busting Rules of Engagement is ÂNo Complaining.Â Duce has brought new meaning to this Crust-Busting rule. Despite the situation he found himself in this year with the management team, Duce demonstrated nothing but the highest integrity and perseverance. He did not become a victim of his circumstances. Instead, he has emerged as supportive team member and leader.

According to Coach Reid, "Duce has really taken on the leadership of this football team. He could have very easily taken a very selfish approach toward this rotation we have, but it's been just the contrary. He's so supportive of these young guys and is doing a great job here.Â

Off the field, Duce has a heart of gold. ÂIt is his passion for his life and the life of others that puts Duce Staley, the Philadelphia Eagles running back, in a class of his own,Â commented Dr. Pat Baccili. DuceÂs passion for his own life and the life of others is a testament to the way Staley was brought up by his mother and grandmother. Tena Staley kept her son out of trouble growing up in an area prevalent in crime and drugs in West Columbia, South Carolina. She also helped get him through a career-threatening Lis Franc sprain (a midfoot injury) in his right foot in 2000 and a separated shoulder in 2001. Tena is a big reason Staley is so involved in charities such as United Way and the First Steps program in South Carolina and why he spent a portion of his off-season traveling to the Persian Gulf as part of the first USO tour.

How does one demonstrate a passion for the life of others? By taking Crust-Busting action and committing to making the world a better place! The Duce Staley Foundation (DSF) established in December 1999 - funds programs for disadvantaged children through athletics, education and healthcare. Current benefactors include Special Olympics Philadelphia and Columbia, SC, (athletic), Eagles Youth Partnership, FirstSteps Program, SC., (educational) and now the Variety Club, and Direct Care for Kids (healthcare). Fundraisers include the 2nd Annual Duce Staley Foundation Celebrity Bowling Tournament and the Bloomingdale's All-Star Fashion Show. Last season Duce donated $18,000 to the Eagles Youth Partnership through a pledge per offensive touchdowns scored.

In December 1999, Duce Staley presented Governor Jim Hodges of South Carolina with a $25,000 donation to the state's FirstSteps Program, an early childhood education initiative.

Also, in December 1999, Duce Staley was named the Eagles' Player of the Year by Miller Brewing Company. Duce's charity of choice for a $2,500 donation from the Miller Brewing Company was the Otho Davis Foundation, formed in honor of the esteemed Eagles Trainer, the late Otho Davis.

Kicking off the new millennium, Duce Staley served as the spokesperson for the Special Olympics "Sponsor an Athlete Program" and as Chairman of the SPO Celebrity Auction Fundraiser. Staley kicked off the May Games 2000, lighting the torch with Special Olympian, Don Buehler. Duce was honored by the Special Olympics Philadelphia at their Annual Awards Banquet as the "Outstanding Professional Athlete Award for 2000."

Throughout the Philadelphia Eagles 2000 Football season the Duce Staley Foundation has pledged $1,000 to the Eagles Youth Partnership for every game Duce rushes for 100 yards or more and $500 for every offensive touchdown scored.

In honor of his mother Tena Staley, Philadelphia Eagles running back Duce Staley presented the South Carolina Department of Social Services with a contribution of $10,000 that will be used to establish a scholarship fund to promote positive extra curricular activities. The Duce Staley Foundation realizes that children growing up within the Department of Social Services may not have the same benefits and opportunities that other children may take for granted.

Duce Staley believes that all children should be challenged and allowed to cultivate their natural talents as well as discover other options available to them besides television, video games, and the mischief that often comes from boredom or the lack of something to do. The scholarship funds will be available to children ages 5-17 and will be serviced through the South Carolina Department of Social Services.

ÂDuce is awesome both on and off the field and is a role model for folks like you and me who have a hard time making sense of it all some days,Â says Dr. Pat. ÂHe has shown many people what it means to have character and integrity in living live full out.Â

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Discover a World of Savings with Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)

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Discover a World of Savings with Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)

Columbus Day reminds us that exploring the unknown can lead to important discoveries. Take health insurance for example. Virtually no one knew about Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) until 2004. Today, however, millions of people have explored this relatively new option to find it can save them thousands of dollars each year.

MILWAUKEE (PRWEB) October 1, 2008

The basics of a Health Savings Account aren't all that complicated. HSAs are an alternative to traditional health insurance that allows you to save money in a tax-free account, like an IRA, to pay for routine medical expenses. With an HSA, you can pay for current health expenses–and save for future qualified medical and retiree health expenses–all on a tax-free basis.

To open an HSA, you must be covered by a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), which have lower premiums than traditional health insurance plans. Once you're enrolled, you own and have complete control over the money in your HSA. You make the decisions on how you want it spent not a third party or a health insurer. You also get to decide how and where you want to invest money to grow your account.

More than 6.1 million Americans have already opened HSA accounts. In addition to lower premium costs, there are several reasons for their popularity. First, your contributions (up to $5,800 for families in 2008) are tax deductible and you pay no tax on withdrawals for qualified medical expenses.

Second, your HSA funds are completely portable and roll over from year to year – even if you change jobs, take a job that doesn't offer insurance, start your own business or retire. You can also pay for any qualified medical procedure without having to get it specifically approved, regardless of any pre-existing conditions. You can use your HSA account during retirement to pay for health care, Medicare expenses and prescription drugs.

Could you benefit from an HSA? One way to find out is to go to the educational Web site HSAInsights. com. It is designed to help you understand the basics of HSAs and to provide resources and tools for making smart choices. It also includes a calculator to estimate how much you can save with an HSA compared to a traditional health plan. You can even determine its potential future value based on your expected contributions and expenses.

HEALTHandMED. com Donating $15 from Every Portable Infrared Sauna Sale to The Happy Factory

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HEALTHandMED. com Donating $15 from Every Portable Infrared Sauna Sale to The Happy Factory

HEALTHandMED. com will be donating $15 from every FIR-Real Portable Sauna purchased to The Happy Factory. The Happy Factory uses donations to build toys for children in need around the world. Every $15 donation is enough to cover the overhead costs of building 30 toys. This is a new initiative after HEALTHandMED. com’s recent success in funding a year of therapeutic horseback riding for a young girl with cerebral palsy.

Cedar City, Utah (Vocus) October 12, 2010

HEALTHandMED. com will be donating $15 from every FIR Real Portable Sauna purchased to The Happy Factory. This donation of $15 can help build 30 toys for children around the world.

The Happy Factory has been building toys in Cedar City, Utah since 1995. The initial reception of the toys prompted them to expand. They named their workshop "The Happy Factory" because of the happiness it brings to them and to the children who receive the wooden toys. In the process, they have learned that toys are not simply playthings, but tools that help unlock a child's ability to think and to cope with the world around them. What started as a hobby has turned into a full time labor of love.

The Happy Factory is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. The toys are made of scraps of hardwood donated by a local cabinet maker. The organization is run entirely on a volunteer basis. The Happy Factory will use HEALTHandMED. com donations to cover the costs of everything from keeping the lights on, to saw blades, to wheels and axles for the toys they make.

HEALTHandMED. com has been selling superior natural health products at prices that are hard to refuse since 2007. Products ship out of the company’s Cedar City, Utah warehouse. HEALTHandMED. com prides itself on being easy to get a hold of before and after the sale.

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KUA Approves Pay Plan for Reservists

2011-04-26T19:38:00.000-07:00

KUA Approves Pay Plan for Reservists

Florida's sixth largest community-owned electric utility approves new pay plan for employees serving in America's military reserves.

(PRWEB) January 24, 2003

KISSIMMEE, Fla., January 24, 5:00 am Â As members of America's military reserves prepare to be called to active duty, the Board of Directors of Kissimmee Utility Authority (KUA) voted January 22 to approve a new salary plan for utility employees enlisted in the reserves.

Under the plan, KUA will pay utility workers called up for non-voluntary military reserve duty full pay for the first 30 days, ongoing health benefits and accrual of retirement time during military service. In addition, the utility will pay the difference between their military pay and regular salaries for the entire duration of their active duty.

"For individuals called to active duty in the reserves, many things - from careers to family obligations - have been put on hold. Unfortunately, paying bills isn't among them," said KUA Board chairman Larry Walter. "It is important for our reservists to have piece of mind that their families will be taken care of in their absence."

While federal law protects reservists' jobs, it doesn't require employers to pay reservists while on active duty. This policy applies to all KUA employees currently enlisted in the reserves who are called to active duty within the next 12 months.

KUA's Board approved a similar pay plan in 2001 in the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.

Founded in 1901, KUA is Florida's 6th largest community-owned utility serving 58,000 electric, water and internet customers in four Central Florida counties.

BioNeutral Chief Scientist Dr. Andy Kielbania Appointed to Steri - 7 for Expanded Role

2011-04-26T12:31:00.000-07:00

BioNeutral Chief Scientist Dr. Andy Kielbania Appointed to Steri - 7 for Expanded Role

Reza Hygiene, a member of the Alireza Group of Companies, Appointed by Steri - 7 as Exclusive Distributor/Manufacturer for Saudi Arabia and the Middle East

Newark, NJ (PRWEB) June 21, 2010

BioNeutral Group Inc (OTCBB : BONU), a specialty chemical technology-based life science company, announced today that its Chief Scientist, Dr. Andy Kielbania, will assist with a similar role in Steri – 7, upon the completion of the proposed acquisition by BioNeutral as the companies plan to integrate product lines to provide the best cleaner/disinfectants for the health care, industrial, military, consumer and institutional markets.

Dr. Kielbania said, "The two companies have complementary technology platforms which use different active ingredients. There will be markets where regulators/distributors prefer one or the other. Our goal is to have the best formulation for our distributors and end users. I look forward to working with Jim and his entire team".

"It's a unique combination and opportunity to create a worldwide product offering with the best claims possible. Between compliance with the British regulatory system and the EPA the combined offering would cover every major market in the world", said James Fraser CEO of Steri – 7.

Also, Steri - 7, a UK based specialty chemical company in the health care field announced today the appointment of Reza Hygiene as its exclusive distributor/manufacturer for Saudi Arabia and the Middle East. Reza Hygiene (www. rezahygiene. com) is a division of the large and diverse Alireza Group of Companies (www. rezagroup. com), owned by one of the most respected trading families in Saudi Arabia.

Keith Watson, Division Manager of Reza Hygiene said, "We are extremely interested in the Healthcare disinfectant/sterilization sector and of all the chemical technologies presented to us, we have chosen to partner with Steri - 7 as the performance of their proprietary formulations is second to none. We will be very active in promoting this new technology throughout the region".

James Fraser, CEO of Steri - 7 said, "Reza Hygiene is the perfect partner for Steri - 7. Our sporicidal formulations are the best in the field of disinfectants. The Alireza Group of Companies represent some of the best brands in the world and have the knowledge and the resources to present Steri - 7 as best of breed in the health care and related sectors".

In May, 2010, BioNeutral Group Inc. entered into a non-binding Head of Terms letter setting forth a plan to acquire all of the shares of Steri-7™. The acquisition is subject to negotiation of a definitive acquisition agreement, satisfactory completion of due diligence, completion of a specified financing transaction by BioNeutral, and other customary terms and conditions. Terms and conditions are being held confidential pending execution of a definitive agreement

About BioNeutral Group Inc.
Headquartered at the New Jersey Institute of Technology/EDC in Newark, New Jersey, BioNeutral Group, Inc., is a specialty chemical technology-based life science company that is developing and intends to commercialize a combinational chemistry-based technology which can neutralize harmful environmental contaminants, toxins and dangerous microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, mold, fungi and spores. The formulations, including Ygiene(TM) and Ogiene(TM), are both eco-friendly. The Company has combined widely used compounds in highly specialized ways to create products that dramatically enhance disinfecting and cleaning results; products include BioNeutralizers and ChemoNeutralizers. BioNeutral's proprietary platform technology has been proven effective in surface, water and airborne applications. Its antimicrobial line of products under the Ygiene(TM) brand have not yet been submitted to the EPA for approval for sale in the United States; however they have been approved in Germany and are allowed in the UK, France and Sweden.
More information about the Company may be found at www. bioneutralgroup. com

About Steri-7(TM):
Steri-7(TM) is a privately held UK company with a broad product line of advanced proprietary antimicrobial formulations designed to eliminate bacteria, virus and spores in the health care and related industries with products which include sporicidal hard surface sprays, sporicidal wipes and sporicidal hand cleansers. All products are mild, environmentally friendly and provide long-lasting protection which is unique in the industry. Sales have commenced in the UK and the Middle East.
More information about Steri-7(TM) may be found www. steri-7.com

About Reza Group:
Reza Investment Company Ltd is wholly owned by the Alireza family, one of the oldest and most respected trading families in Saudi Arabia who have successfully developed market-leading positions in trading, manufacturing and service industries throughout Saudi Arabia
More information about The Reza Group can be found at www. rezagroup. com

Forward-Looking Statements
BioNeutral routinely tests its formulations against those of its competitors. The results are published to let shareholders know how the Company's technology compares with known formulations in the market place. Any product claim for antimicrobial activity requires approval from the EPA or FDA, depending upon where and how the formulations are used. The EPA and FDA have not reviewed or confirmed the Company's data and findings. BioNeutral's antimicrobial formulations will be marketed under the brand name Ygiene™ and are not yet available for sale in the United States.

Contacts:
BioNeutral Group Inc.
Stephen J. Browand, President and CEO

Brian Becker, 201-341-2338
Investor Relations

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Inner Life and Outward Attitude Focus of New Healing Arts Web Site, TheCenterForHealingArts. com, That Features Holistic Health, Natural Healing, Meditation, and Spirituality Information in DVD Series

2011-04-25T19:37:00.000-07:00

Inner Life and Outward Attitude Focus of New Healing Arts Web Site, TheCenterForHealingArts. com, That Features Holistic Health, Natural Healing, Meditation, and Spirituality Information in DVD Series

Today people are realizing more than ever that one's inner life and outward attitude are connected to one's health -- that our thoughts and attitudes play an important part in our over-all wellbeing. Increasingly, people are looking for alternatives to what mainstream medical models offer.

Pickering, Canada (PRWEB) October 11, 2007

A recent study by The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine reports that 62% of Americans reported using some form of complementary or alternative medicine. This study shows that there is significant turn towards holistic health alternative medicine, indicating a growing appreciation for the linking of body, mind, and spiritual ideals which are at the core of most alternative medicine (http://thecenterforhealingarts. com/those-seeking-optimal-wellness. php) practices.

A new subscription DVD series takes on this challenge by offering in depth, experiential one-on-one encounters with respected holistic health alternative medicine practitioners (http://thecenterforhealingarts. com/view-sample-clips. php). Subscribers receive six DVDs a year, one every other month that features a personalized, in-depth encounter with an adept practitioner of one of the healing arts.

The center focuses on the inward journey of healing and illuminates the benefits that the esoteric and meditative traditions allow. Members are provided opportunities to encounter authentic representatives of practices - men and woman deeply committed to encouraging wellness to both individuals and society at large. Each exclusively made DVD is produced to both capture and convey a deep sense of wellness and healing.

Members of the www. TheCenterForHealingArts. com are encouraged to watch and share the DVDs with friends as part of creating a wellness mentality in their community. The DVDs can also be used to support friends and loved ones on their own wellness journey.

"People are feeling a deep need for a healing beyond modern medical methods, one that gets to the root of the problem," notes founding Director of the center Victor Demko (http://thecenterforhealingarts. com/letter. php), a holistic health filmmaker who holds degrees in Economics, Film and Meditation.

"Clearly, people benefit from exposure to a wide variety of methods. More and more people are responding to their own inner guidance in finding what suits them best. We are providing deeply valuable resources to those who are seeking increased well-being in their own live and the lives of their families."

The center's guests (http://thecenterforhealingarts. com/view-sample-clips. php) are all carefully selected and each is anchored in the healing tradition they represent. The first DVD guest is Swami Sundaranand, who resides in the Himalayas. Swami-ji is a yogi, ascetic, healer, trekker, mountaineer, photographer, naturalist and ecologist who makes clear the ancient yogic elements of good health both inward and outward. Devi Tide, the Head of the Sufi Healing Order in North America is the Center's second guest.

The Center For Healing Arts is a world wide community of healing arts practitioners and those interested in healing and wellness. Members receive six DVDs a year, one every two months, that features a personalized, in-depth encounter with an adept practitioner of the healing arts. Guest practitioners are carefully selected for their experience, knowledge, spiritual and heart qualities, and for representing a particular tradition in the vast range of traditions the DVD series will explore. Each is recorded as if speaking to an intimate friend. The focus is on presence rather than on commercialism. Each DVD can stand alone as in independent session or film. Taken together, the films form a voyage of discovery, exploring the many types of healing used across the earth.

Sample video clips and more information are available at http://www. thecenterforhealingarts. com/ (http://www. thecenterforhealingarts. com/)

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Dr. J. Galen Buckwalter Joins MBAinteract's Board of Directors

2011-04-25T13:01:00.000-07:00

Dr. J. Galen Buckwalter Joins MBAinteract's Board of Directors

Dr. Buckwalter, the former Chief Scientist of eHarmony and a recognized leader in personality assessments and matching, has joined MBAinteract's Board of Directors. Dr. Buckwalter will assist MBAinteract in developing advanced scientific matching algorithms to connect MBA job seekers with top employers.

Newport Beach, CA (PRWEB) November 12, 2008

MBAinteract, Inc., the leading professional network for MBA students, alumni, and employers, today announced that Dr. J. Galen Buckwalter was elected to MBAinteract's board of directors. Dr. Buckwalter has previously served on MBAinteract's Advisory Board. He has extensive experience in personality matching through working as the Chief Scientist at eHarmony, Inc. and through authoring more than 100 papers in the fields of psychology, neuropsychology and health services.

Dr. Buckwalter will assist MBAinteract through the growth of an active research and development department to facilitate interaction between job candidates and appropriate employers. Dr. Buckwalter will personally direct research operations related to MBAinteract's proprietary matching technology. This system assures increased productivity among job candidates and companies by matching based on preferences, interest and personality. Dr. Buckwalter states, "MBAinteract has seized on a unique opportunity to improve life satisfaction for employees and productivity for companies. This is particularly important during the current economy that requires many MBA's to rethink their career goals and many companies to consider MBA's for a wider range of job positions." Dr. Buckwalter has also made a strategic investment in MBAinteract.

An established research psychologist and an internationally-recognized expert, Dr. Buckwalter is dedicated to the development of a world class research program on matching technology. As the Chief Scientist, Dr. Buckwalter was responsible for the design and development of eHarmony's various profiling instruments and for developing eHarmony's comprehensive research programs. Using science based research and statistics, Dr. Buckwalter is creating matching technology to uncover preferences and interests to provide information that will allow career seekers and employers to better understand their possible fit.

"We could not have found a more knowledgeable expert to help us understand the interaction between job candidates and employers." said Jeff Condon, CEO of MBAinteract. "Dr. Buckwalter brings not only unparalleled experience but a true passion to improve the human and capital outcomes of the job selection process by understanding the preferences, interests, and personalities of career seekers and the requirements of employers."

"The concept of matching and fit within the employment process offers a great opportunity to improve the lives of individuals and the economic productivity of companies." said Dr. Buckwalter. "MBAinteract is laying the foundation that will demonstrate that scientific matching can improve career satisfaction, boost the productivity of organizations and reduce human resources costs.

Dr. J. Galen Buckwalter
Prior to working with MBAinteract, Dr. Buckwalter was the Chief Scientist at eHarmony, an online relationship services provider. As the Chief Scientist, Dr. Buckwalter was responsible for the design and development of eHarmony's various profiling instruments and for developing eHarmony's comprehensive research programs. Dr. Buckwalter has authored more than 100 papers in the fields of psychology, neuropsychology and health services and served as a director of research at Kaiser Permanente. He holds a doctorate from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology and was a former research professor at the University of Southern California.

MBAinteract, Inc. (http://www. mbainteract. com/ (http://www. mbainteract. com/))
MBAinteract is the leading professional networking system for top MBA schools and corporate employers. MBAinteract is designed to give students, alumni, employees and recruiters more levels of interaction and more opportunities to establish meaningful career interactions. Beyond a normal job posting site, MBAinteract provides a professional network, exclusive job board and proprietary matching technology to evaluate fit between job candidates and employers.

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Radon Discovered in Florida Homes and Condos

2011-04-21T17:29:00.000-07:00

Radon Discovered in Florida Homes and Condos

Radon exceeding EPA limits has been discovered in Florida homes and condos. Several independent studies have concluded the source is contaminated concrete.

Palm Beach, FL (Vocus) November 10, 2010

"You probably thought radon was only found in northern states with rocky soil, well guess again because it’s being discovered in homes and condos all over Florida," according to Kevin Dickenson, a Palm Beach real estate agent with Prudential Florida Realty (http://www. kevindickenson. com).

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and is responsible for more deaths every year than drunk drivers, according to the EPA. Radon is a naturally occurring, odorless and colorless radioactive gas that can be found in soil, granite, concrete and water. Before you get too excited, radon is also found in the air we breathe, and depending upon where you live, it can be as high as 0.75 pCi/L (picocuries per liter) according to Air Chek, Inc.

The EPA recommends fixing your home if radon levels are 4.0 pCi/L or higher.

“It’s simple to test your home with a do-it-yourself radon test kit for as little as $15, or you can hire a certified Florida Department of Health inspector”, says Dickenson. “The passive kits work great, but only if you are in complete control of the test conditions and follow the protocol." The 48 hour charcoal kit is easily manipulated by opening a window or moving it outside and you should hire an inspector that uses a continuous monitor if you suspect someone may tamper with the test.”

“I recently documented radon levels that were two to three times the EPA limit in a newer high-rise Palm Beach condo, but the levels measured were minimal compared to my hometown in Connecticut,” said Dickenson. CT Radon reported radon levels as high as 483 pCi/L in a basement and 660,000 pCi/L in a private well. According to this site, one in four basements in Connecticut has radon levels above the EPA limit.

So where is radon coming from in Florida? “In Naples, it’s well-known that the concrete is the primary source of radon, and as a result, most developers incorporate fresh air systems in the initial design,” stated Dickenson. Bill Brodhead of WPB Enterprises, Inc. conducted a comprehensive study on a Palm Beach condo and reached a similar conclusion.

There is also speculation that granite counters could contribute to high radon levels, but a comprehensive study in 2008 by Environmental Health and Engineering, Inc disagrees. The company studied 400 granite slabs from 115 different varieties and concluded that the radon level emitted by the granite is consistently lower than the background level of radon found outdoors.

“The solution in Florida is to bring in fresh air, but systems vary widely and you should hire a Florida Department of Health certified mitigator for the installation," said Dickenson. "The EPA website does a great job of describing mitigation systems for basements up north, but they don’t address systems for humid climates where the source is the concrete." "I've seen plenty of fresh air systems that have created major mold problems and this compelled me to form http://www. Florida-Radon. blogspot. com. " The site contains links to studies, test kits, certified inspectors and photos of actual fresh air systems.

“Building codes have changed dramatically over the years with the advent of impact windows and super insulating materials, and as a result, our homes don’t breathe,” said Dickenson. “Toxins from laminated floors, carpeting, radon, paint, glues and other materials build up inside our homes and I think most doctors would agree that adding fresh air to a home is actually a good thing." After all, Florida building codes require fresh air systems in our commercial buildings and schools, so why isn’t it required in our homes?

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CarbAware Expo & Conference Announced for September 2004

2011-04-21T17:20:00.000-07:00

CarbAware Expo & Conference Announced for September 2004

With the growth of an entire segment of the food industry, the low-carb sector, an Expo & Conference is planned to showcase products and services while offering educational opportunities to consumers, healthcare professionals and the low-carb industry for September 2004.

FALLS CHURCH, VA (PRWEB) May 5, 2004

The Carbohydrate Awareness Council today announced the CarbAware Expo & Conference will be hosted at the Hyatt Regency in Crystal City, Virginia on September 16-19, 2004.

To date, no single exhibition and conference has been solely dedicated to low-carb diets and controlled-carb nutrition and also open to the public. "Consumers and healthcare professionals have expressed a strong interest in attending an expo where they can sample products, participate in conference sessions and learn more about the lifestyle," said Regina Schumann, the council's COO. "We have worked to put together a conference where not only the industry is in the spotlight, but also the science and needs of the consumers."

The four-day event will offer healthcare professionals certified, continuing education credit learning tracks designed to enhance their knowledge on the emerging scientific evidence; consumers will have access to general sessions packed with information about low-carb diets and controlled-carb nutrition; and the industry will enjoy the opportunity to showcase their products and services while participating in conference sessions geared toward growing the industry.

In addition to the conference sessions held from Thursday to Sunday, the event will also feature an exhibition floor open to the public for two days on Friday and Saturday. "Members of the Carbohydrate Awareness Council receive, as part of their benefits, free admission to the Expo Floor," said Bob Cave, the council's CEO. Non-members may purchase tickets online to attend in the coming weeks.

One highlight of the expo and conference will be the Carb-Approved Seal Certification Mark for foods, restaurant meals and raw material ingredients. "The expo and conference is an excellent opportunity for us to educate consumers, healthcare professionals and the industry about the certification process and the science behind it" said Dr. Gil Wilshire, MD, the council's President and CSO. "Product carrying the seal must pass a series of government-approved testing protocols that verify their metabolic carbohydrate content. We'll have a session in the conference to provide information about how foods are tested. We have access to a growing body of human metabolic data that is not yet generally available."

The expo and conference will also feature a Consumer Choice Awards for products and services and President's Awards presented to companies and healthcare professionals for outstanding service in the industry. For more information about the upcoming CarbAware Expo & Conference, please visit http://www. CarbAware. org (http://www. CarbAware. org).

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Entomologists from NYC Beg Bug Advisory Board Available to Provide Interviews and Expert Perspectives

2011-04-17T12:51:00.000-07:00

Entomologists from NYC Beg Bug Advisory Board Available to Provide Interviews and Expert Perspectives

The New York Mayor’s Office and the NYC Bed Bug Advisory Board will be holding a press conference at 2:00 p. m. at City Hall to discuss New York’s new bed bug public education initiative.

Trenton, NJ (Vocus) July 28, 2010

The New York Mayor’s Office and the NYC Bed Bug Advisory Board will be holding a press conference at 2:00 p. m. at City Hall to discuss New York’s new bed bug public education initiative. As media-coverage of this story develops, you will likely want access to entomologists that served members of the NYC Bed Bug Advisory Board.

Expert research entomologists Richard Cooper (http://www. bedbugcentral. com/about/profile. cfm/richard-cooper) and Jeffrey White of BedBug Central (http://www. bedbugcentral. com/) are available to you to provide expert opinions and analysis of the situation as it develops.

As a nationally regarded entomologist, Richard Cooper was appointed to the New York City Bed Bug Advisory Board by Mayor Michael Bloomberg. With more than 20 years of experience in entomology and the pest control industry, Richard has become nationally recognized as an expert on bed bugs and bed bug management. Richard will be available all day for comment and he will also be present at the press conference. Richard has already been featured as an expert in an MSNBC article this week in addition to “Newsweek,” “Early Show,” “Dateline,” NBC’s “Today Show.”

Our other lead entomologist, Jeffrey White is also nationally regarded and has already spoken with the NBC Nightly News last night. You can find the clip here:
1. Jeffrey’s interview: http://www. msnbc. msn. com/id/3032619/#38435058 (http://www. msnbc. msn. com/id/3032619/#38435058)

Jeffrey has over 10 years of experience as an entomologist and his expertise is in bed bug biology, behavior and treatment protocol. Jeffrey has been featured on major news networks such as NBC and CBS. He is also the host of Bed Bug TV; a video blog that addresses a wide variety of topics associated with bed bug. The site been viewed by over 100,000 people around the world.

BedBug Central will available all day to provide you with assistance and access to either of our entomologists.

BedBug Central is a national company headquartered in New York and New Jersey which serves as a resource and website available to the public for information regarding bed bugs and bed bug related issues concerning health, prevention, and treatment methods.

Contact:
Calvin Allen
Public Relations Associate
Mobile: (609) 947-4872

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Wellness MLM is Poised to be the Major Creator of 21st Century Millionnaires, According to World Renowed Economist and Former Reagan Economic Advisor, Paul Zane Pilzer

2011-04-15T23:44:00.000-07:00

Wellness MLM is Poised to be the Major Creator of 21st Century Millionnaires, According to World Renowed Economist and Former Reagan Economic Advisor, Paul Zane Pilzer.

WellnessMLM, a new wellness distribution company, is launching on January 8, 2005, and offering free distributorship for pioneering enterpreneurs of the next trillion dollar industry.

(PRWEB) December 11, 2004

WellnessMLM, a network marketing company started in 2004, is gearing up for launch on January 8, 2005. The company was formed to market a wellness product, the Acai Amazon Berry, in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Singapore and Australia. With 10 times the antioxidants of grapes and twice the antioxidants of blueberries, the Brazilian Acai berry is considered to have the best nutritional value of any fruit on earth.

Last year, according to the Center of Disease Control (CDC), obesity has overtaken smoking as the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. Americans today are spending over 1.5 trillion dollars a year on disease management (doctor visit, so-called health insurance, prescription drugs). World renowed economist and former ecomonic advisor to president Reagan, Paul Zane Pilzer, predicts in his latest book, that the wellness industry will be a trillion dollar industry by 2010, as an aging baby boomer population switches from disease management to a proactive approach to health and wellness. He also predicts that this new industry will produce over a million millionaires, the ones who seize the opportunity today.

WellnessMLM expects to be a major player in the wellness distribution business. Experts predict that most of the money in the wellness industry will be made by those who distribute wellness products, not by those who manufacture them.

WellnessMLM is now (and until January 8, 2005), offering free distributorships to pioneering enterpreneurs of the next trillion dollar wellness industry. In the first 3 days since WellnessMLM has started accepting distributors, over 70 networkers have already joined and secured top positions. WellnessMLM helps its distributors build an international marketing organization using a proven system, and earn a residual income from the sales of their whole organization.

"The visionary enterpreneurs who fully take advantage of this opportunity will be wealthier than most real estate and internet millionaires" declared today Abdenour Achab, an expert in network marketing compensation plans. People who are interested in the opportunity can get more information at http://WellnessMLM. com (http://WellnessMLM. com).

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HIPAA Law and Mental Health Records

2011-04-14T04:39:00.000-07:00

HIPAA Law and Mental Health Records

Athena Software (http://www. athenasoftware. net/tech-security. html ) launches new version of Penelope to provide for and enable HIPAA law and mental health records.

Guelph, ON (PRWEB) March 8, 2006

Athena Software (http://www. athenasoftware. net/tech-security. html (http://www. athenasoftware. net/tech-security. html)) launches new version of Penelope to provide for and enable HIPAA law and mental health records. HIPAA Security provisions represent best practices for security management and operations and as such pertain primarily to the manner in which confidential data is accessed, stored, transmitted, manipulated recovered, and secured. Penelope’s technology and architecture enables organizations to deploy Penelope in a HIPAA compliant manner.

Dana Fox, Director of Business Development Athena Software mailto:dana@athenasoftware. net said, “In addition to HIPAA forms software, Penelope addresses information control, internal audits, security of backups / media, security of server, work station security, recovery, data encryption and data verification. Athena Software understands what is required to make HIPAA compliance achievable.”

Athena’s world class case management software will provide for and enable HIPAA law and mental health records with fully integrated:

-worker /client scheduling

-client outcome evaluation

-clinical case and session note recording

-program service delivery details

-comprehensive reporting functions

-client self-intake kiosk mode

-internal communications and workflow management tools

-server, backup and operating system

About athena software. net

Athena software is one of the world's most powerful and fully integrated case management and client information solutions designed for counselling, sociology, mental health centers and EAP providers. Athena helps its customers reduce operating costs, increase efficiency and improve customer service by integrating human resources, notes, outcome evaluation and billing into one system. Athena solutions combine decades of combined experience with the power of server-based and open-source database technology. Athena Software, an IBM Business Partner and Server Certified, is listed by the United Way of America’s Outcome Measurement Resource Network (http://www. unitedway. org/outcomes (http://www. unitedway. org/outcomes)) and supports the United Way of America (UWA) new Standards of Excellence initiative.

Athena gives the power to innovate and customize the system back to the customer without the cost. We make systems integration easy and affordable for people helping others.

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Developers Create Environmental Terrorism in Texas; Lone Texan Fights Back

2011-04-13T03:32:00.000-07:00

Developers Create Environmental Terrorism in Texas; Lone Texan Fights Back

Three Sick People, 15 Dead Sheep, 10 More Not Expected To Live, 2 Sick Horses, radioactive strontium and chemicals in Garlic Creek could make this one man's fight worse than any civilized war.

Buda, TX (PRWEB) May 16, 2006

According to Sam Braswell of Buda, Texas, it's worse than the old west. The bad guys are big land developers with deep pockets and a developer friendly city, county and state governments.

"They cut and destroyed fences; destroyed watershed; uprooted old trees then built a dam, using contaminated landfill across Garlic Creek," Braswell said. "All on our side of the property line and without permission or warning. The City of Buda, according to construction plans showing the encroachment, knew about it and despite the highly protested project by local citizens allowed this invasion to happen."

A Special Investigations Officer of the Texas Commission for Environmental Quality (TCEQ) responded to Braswell's call immediately. The Lower Colorado River Authority laboratory analyzed the landfill and found it included Arsenic, Barium, Chromium, Lead, Zinc and Mercury plus Hydrocarbons.

If that wasn't enough, three weeks later on July 6, after a mishap at the dam, they pumped an unknown substance into the creek. The contractor wouldn't identify the substance.

Dead frogs, salamanders, deer, possum, two skunks a wild turkey and two raccoons have been found.

The sheep died a horrible death. Their teeth tightly clinched with their tongues sticking out of the side of their mouths. They were emaciated and losing clumps of hair.

After contacting regulating and enforcement departments from city, county and state levels, the Braswells quickly realized they were on their own. At this point, with no help on the way the Braswells started collecting evidence. About three thousand date stamped pictures create a time line of documentary evidence.

It was discovered through hair analysis that Braswell's daughter has an extraordinarily high amount of strontium within her body. The TCEQ Criminal Investigator detected gamma radiation at the dam. The Investigator's dosimeter registered five roentgens of gamma radiation within fifteen minutes at the site! Will flooding water contaminate the land, pastures, and the creek downstream? Will residents of a very close subdivision downhill be impacted?

Ruben Cortez, safety officer for Texas Department of Health's radiation control branch, was quoted in the Daily Texan as saying he "hasn't heard of levels this high in this part of the country since nuclear testing stopped in the 1960s."

"You can't count on any governmental agency to come to your rescue," Braswell said. Based on his experience, Braswell has written an eBook setting forth details with a "How To" plan for the individual citizen when facing out of control development. "People must know what they are up against and how and what to do about it. Braswell said.

For more information or interview call or visit the web site at:http://www. garliccreek. com (http://www. garliccreek. com)
Sam Braswell

(512) 312-1137

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DuPont Advisory Committee to Tackle Challenge of Feeding Global Population of 9 Billion

2011-04-12T12:10:00.000-07:00

DuPont Advisory Committee to Tackle Challenge of Feeding Global Population of 9 Billion

Committee Members’ Diverse Backgrounds Enable a Fresh Approach to the Global Challenge

Wilmington, DE (Vocus) October 6, 2010

DuPont today announced the full membership of its advisory committee on Agricultural Innovation & Productivity for the 21st Century. The committee, which is chaired by former U. S. Senator Thomas A. Daschle, will examine the best public policy mechanisms and business practices to increase global agricultural production and unleash agricultural innovation. Daschle will be joined by committee members Charlotte Hebebrand, Jo Luck, J. B. Penn and Pedro Sanchez.

Global population is expected to surpass 7 billion in 2011 and 9 billion by 2050. Earlier this year, DuPont announced plans to form the committee to tackle the global challenge to increase agriculture productivity in a sustainable manner.

“This is the time when we must be bold and imaginative in creating better public policy and inventing new business practices,” said DuPont Executive Vice President James C. Borel. “The global challenge is great, and finding solutions will require a new kind of collaboration. This committee, with its diverse membership and fresh approach, represents such a collaboration. I am confident the committee will make a distinct contribution to addressing the challenge.”

The committee’s membership is united by shared expertise in policy, global development and agricultural productivity. In addition to Daschle, who brings unparalleled expertise in the intersection of public-policy and agriculture throughout his career in politics, the committee members are:
Charlotte Hebebrand serves as chief executive of the International Food & Agricultural Trade Policy Council (IPC), which promotes a more open and equitable global food system. Charlotte is an expert on international trade, development, agriculture and food safety issues. Jo Luck is a 2010 World Food Prize Laureate and president of Heifer International, a premier hunger-fighting, non-profit organization bringing food - and income-producing animals to extremely poor families, providing opportunity for improved livelihoods through animal husbandry, technical training, and community development. J. B. Penn is the chief economist of John Deere & Co. He served as undersecretary for Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services at the U. S. Department of Agriculture from 2001-06. Pedro Sanchez is a 2002 World Food Prize Laureate with a wide-ranging career in international agriculture and the fight against global hunger. Since 2003, he has served as director of Tropical Agriculture at Columbia University’s Earth Institute.

“I look forward to rolling up our sleeves to uncover innovative methods for combating the global strain on food, feed, fiber and fuel,” said Daschle, who represented South Dakota in the Senate and served as Senate Majority Leader.

DuPont has a strong history of agriculture innovation and sustainability. The company discovers, manufactures, and sells a wide variety of crop protection and seed products to a global market. About 50 percent of the $1.4 billion DuPont spends annually on R&D is targeted at increasing food production for a growing population.

DuPont (http://www. dupont. com) is a science-based products and services company. Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 90 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture and food; building and construction; communications; and transportation.

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How to Protect Pets from Sun and Heat

2011-04-12T08:54:00.000-07:00

How to Protect Pets from Sun and Heat

New video offers safety tips for pets exposed to sun and heat, courtesy of the Professional Awning Manufacturers Association

Roseville, MN (PRWEB) October 29, 2009

Double-digit growth in annual sales of sunscreen and increased sensitivity to proper hydration attest to people's growing awareness of the importance of protecting themselves from sun and heat exposure.

For pet owners, it is critical to recognize that pets are especially vulnerable to the effects of sun and heat. Thick fur coats combined with less efficient biological cooling systems leave pets at risk to the ill effects of high temperatures and exposure to direct sunlight - which may include discomfort, sunburn, heat stroke, or even death.

A new video produced by the Professional Awning Manufacturers Association (PAMA) provides tips pet owners can follow to help assure their pets stay healthy and comfortable when the sun is high and the heat is on. The video is available from the PAMA website, http://www. awningstoday. com/awnings_and_pets. htm (http://www. awningstoday. com/awnings_and_pets. htm) and on the PAMA YouTube Channel at http://www. youtube. com/user/awningstoday (http://www. youtube. com/user/awningstoday).

"We are proud of the fact that awnings help protect pets every day," says Michelle Sahlin, Managing Director of PAMA. "Homeowners use awnings to create shade areas in the yard for their outdoor pets, while blocking harmful UV rays and cooling interior spaces for indoor pets."

The use of awnings is just one way to help protect these valued family members. "Most of the people who helped with this video project are pet owners themselves," continued Sahlin. "We took it personally. We wanted to make sure to present a range of ideas people could use to keep pets safe."

Pet owners are encouraged to view the video Awnings Today. com Presents Tips to Protect Your Pet from Sun & Heat, for additional tips and information about helping pets weather the heat and sun.

About PAMA
The Professional Awning Manufacturers Association (PAMA), a division of the Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI), is the only international trade association committed to the awning industry. PAMA membership is open to companies who are current members of IFAI and manufacture or sell awnings, as well as those who supply goods and services to the awning industry. For more information on the energy-saving and aesthetic benefits of awnings, visit http://www. awningstoday. com (http://www. awningstoday. com).

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Roxberry Juice Company Looks to Korea and Asia-Pacific

2011-04-10T10:17:00.000-07:00

Roxberry Juice Company Looks to Korea and Asia-Pacific

Known for its fresh, bold flavors, and nostalgic retro ambiance, Roxberry Juice plans to expand its made-to-order smoothie experience internationally.

Carlsbad, CA (PRWEB) December 7, 2010

Roxberry Juice Company has announced plans to expand its made-to-order smoothie experience outside the United States. On the international launch, founder Brad Davis shared, “Roxberry’s strict focus on using only healthy and natural ingredients is driving our brand’s growth. We’re now excited to find the right international partners who are interested in the same success in markets like Korea, Asia, and the Middle East.”

Roxberry’s Davis has a history of building winning brands as a past partner and executive with the Zuka Juice, Jamba Juice, and Rumbi Island Grill concepts. Using this experience Roxberry is his latest vision--believing that consumers are drawn to businesses that follow intelligent trends like nutritious food choices.

To spearhead the international launch, Roxberry has partnered with Bridging Culture Worldwide (BCW), a global consulting firm. BCW CEO Don Southerton notes that Roxberry has begun looking for developers to share its fresh and bold flavored smoothie concept across South Korea, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East.

Southerton an expert on Korea who works with firms like Hyundai Kia Motors and also supports a number of food and retails brands entering the Korean market including Smashburger and Eddie Bauer shares, “Roxberry is a perfect fit for Korea. The brand’s commitment to quality, health, and nutrition aligns with the Korean wellness trend. And, the unique design and Americana decor will offer a new look and ambience in a market where U. S concept brands’ Starbucks Coffee, Krispy Kreme, and Outback Steakhouse have found highly successful. I’m exciting to represent the brand.”

Southerton point out, “If a developer meets our criteria to fund and manage a multi-unit Roxberry development plan, we'd love to talk further about our concept.”

Specific requirements may vary from country to country. Roxberry does not grant licensing rights or explore joint venture agreements without meeting potential developers in person.

To learn more about Roxberry’s international opportunities, contact Don Southerton at dsoutherton@bridgingculture. com or call 1-310-866-3777

About Roxberry Juice Company
Roxberry is a made-to-order smoothie and fresh yogurt concept headquartered in American Fork, Utah. Insisting on only the freshest, highest quality and healthiest ingredients, Roxberry sets itself apart. The nostalgic retro ambiance found at Roxberry was created by Brad Davis, a former executive with Zuka Juice and Jamba Juice, who has nearly 15 years experience in the smoothie and food franchise industry. More information about can be found online at http://www. roxberryjuice. com.

About Bridging Culture Worldwide
Since its founding, Bridging Culture Worldwide has focused on global and Korea-related business services. Based on over 3 decades of experience, they share cross-cultural insights to global teams and management. Bridging Culture Worldwide core services include: Consulting, Strategy, and Research; Publications; along with Joint Venture, Franchise and Licensing Development, Product Launch, IP, and International Trademark.
Visit http://www. bridgingculture. com.

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Most Nassau Deaths Caused by Preventable Disease; Health Department: Take 5 for Better Health

2011-04-10T01:37:00.000-07:00

Most Nassau Deaths Caused by Preventable Disease; Health Department: Take 5 for Better Health

Nassau County residents need a wake-up call about their health risks. ThatÂs the latest from the Nassau County Health Department in the week leading up to the third annual Take 5 for Better Health week.

FERNANDINA BEACH, FL (PRWEB) February 23, 2004

ÂCitizens donÂt realize it, but Nassau County ranks significantly above the state average for death rates due to cardiovascular disease, chronic lower respiratory disease and pneumonia and influenza,Â said Dr. Eugenia Ngo-Seidel, director of the Nassau County Health Department. ÂThese numbers show we have a serious situation on our hands.Â

In 2000-2002, Nassau County ranked among the top counties in Florida for cardiovascular disease. According to a 2002 survey, 39 percent of Nassau County respondents had high cholesterol and 29 percent had high blood pressure. Research shows that 64 percent of Nassau County respondents are either overweight or obese. More than half of the survey respondents do not participate in any form of moderate physical activity.

ÂThese are preventable diseases linked to our health habits,Â Ngo-Seidel says. ÂIt just takes simple steps to begin a journey to good health. Last week was ValentineÂs Day. We are only two months into the New Year. How many citizens truly thought about their heart during ValentineÂs Day? And how many people have already given up on their New YearÂs resolutions?Â

The Nassau County Health Department has a suggestion. ItÂs the third annual Take 5 for Better Health week, February 23 Â 27. During this week, the Nassau County Health Department, Nassau County Board of Commissioners, Nassau CountyÂs Health Advisory Board and the State Department of Health encourages local residents to make a week-long commitment to five simple health steps.

The Take 5 for Better Health Week five simple daily steps are:

 5 Minutes of Physical Activity

 5 Deep Breaths

 5 Minutes to yourself

 5 Less Cigarettes

 5 Fruits and Vegetables

ÂChoose one or more to work on during the week,Â Ngo-Seidel says. ÂThey are the basics to developing a healthy lifestyle and the first step toward eliminating preventable diseases Â the number one cause of death in Nassau County.Â

The Nassau County Health Department will hold two health fairs with free blood pressure and cholesterol screening during the Take 5 for Better Health week: Feb. 26 in Hilliard (9-11 a. m.) and Callahan (2-4 p. m.). For more information on Take 5 for Better Health week, contact the Nassau County Health Department at 904/225-9510.

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Contact:

Kim Geib, ARNP

Public Information Officer

Nassau Co. Health Department

904/277-7287 ext. 243

Revised Manuscript Urges People of the World to Follow the ‘Golden Rule’

2011-04-09T18:48:00.000-07:00

Revised Manuscript Urges People of the World to Follow the ‘Golden Rule’

“God’s 8 Laws Are the Eight Major Laws of the World: An Open Door to Healing,” Mary Ann Thomas’ revised manuscript, is the revelation describing the empowerment to an individual who follows the universal law (the Golden Rule) to use Divine Energy for healing, a subject she has taught for many years through her “The Essence of Healing” workshops in Colorado.

Denver, CO (PRWEB) April 14, 2005

After more than 20 years teaching energy transference healing through her trademarked “The Essence of Healing” workshops, Mary Ann Thomas has put her spiritual lessons into manuscript form, with a forward that calls on the world’s population to follow the “Golden Rule.”

“God’s 8 Laws are the 8 Major Laws of the World: An Open Door to Healing,” is meant as a spiritual awakening for people of all religions to unite for world peace, says Thomas. “There has never been a more perfect time, or ‘Golden Opportunity,’ for the people of the world to come together as one body and practice the ‘Golden Rule’ of their respective religions,” she says.

Prophets from the eight major religions of the world have all taught some version of the ‘Golden Rule,’ which Thomas calls God’s 8 Major Laws of the World. Followers of Christianity, Brahmanism, Buddhism, Judaism, Islam, Confucianism, Taoism and Zoroastrianism have all been taught to “Do unto others what you would have done unto yourself.”

“If all the people of the world would follow these simple rules, the world would be a much happier and healthier place to live,” Thomas says in her 123-page manuscript, now available at www. gods8laws. com. “God’s plan would be fulfilled with peaceful, compassionate people.”

Thomas is releasing her manuscript now to urge all the people of the world to spread the healing energy of peace by praying and/or thinking that all the hatred, bitterness and anger that have brought war, terrorism and famine be ended.

“If people were living by the teachings of the prophets, there wouldn’t be the problems that we are having today," she said.

Thomas is an expert in Divine energy transference healing by laying on of hands. She has studied in the fields of religion and ethics for more than 35 years and began teaching classes in “The Essence of Healing” in 1979. She no longer offers the four-day classes; instead she has created the manuscript for those interested in working with Divine Energy effectively.

“The manuscript is the class in print,” she says, and teaches anyone about the healing energy found inside all God’s creatures. “When we hurt, what do we do? We put our hands where we hurt. It’s instinct. We automatically put our hands where it hurts. This is The Essence of Healing.”

After taking Thomas’ workshops in 1986, John McGee of Boulder, Colo., said his life had been changed. “I experienced a complete shift in my energies to the positive and have a general feeling of well-being that I cannot attribute to anything else,” he said. “I now see the God energy in people rather than the negative, and I have a clearer understanding of life itself. One of the miracles is that my ex-mother-in-law is now speaking to me after 43 years of silence.” McGee died in 2002.

“I don't believe that God ever intended anyone to be without the knowledge of energy transference healing,” she says. “We all have God's energy flowing through us. All you have to do is learn how to use it effectively.

“We are all healers.”

The manuscript is available for $29 at http://www. the8laws. com (http://www. the8laws. com) or http://www. TheEssenceofHealing. com (http://www. TheEssenceofHealing. com).

Contact:

Mary Ann Thomas

1-303 980-1562

1-888-237-0190 (toll free in U. S.)

Fax: (303) 980-1582

P. O. Box 27944

Denver, CO 80227

Www. gods8laws. com

Www. the8laws. com

Http://www. TheEssenceofHealing. com (http://www. TheEssenceofHealing. com)

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Addressing the Special Needs of Specifying Hospital Showers

2011-04-08T18:14:00.000-07:00

Addressing the Special Needs of Specifying Hospital Showers

Hospital administrators, designers and builders increasingly turn to fiberglass reinforced composite shower systems for ADA compliance, added safety, easier maintenance and cost savings

Boise, ID (PRWEB) August 24, 2005

With a keen eye on cost containment and patient liability, hospital designers are finding new ways to address the need for patient comfort and safety while lowering construction and maintenance costs Â most notably in the design and installation of hospital shower systems (http://www. best-bath. com).

Traditionally, ceramic or porcelain tile-surround shower stalls have been in use in hospitals. However, there are a number of issues surrounding the tile and its alternative: pre-molded, fiberglass reinforced composite shower systems. The major concerns include patient safety, compliance with ADA access requirements, aesthetic requirements, and meeting todayÂs construction methods and standards Â all while adhering to budget constraints.

ÂTo accept that traditional tile shower enclosures are the best solution for new hospital installations or renovations means the assumption of costs, procedures and potential service problems that may otherwise be avoidable,Â says Jon Franklin, Senior Project Architect and Vice President of FKP Architects, one of the nationÂs leaders in healthcare facility architectural design.

A $354 million expansion and renovation of the Texas ChildrenÂs Hospital at Texas Medical Center in Houston, the nationÂs largest pediatric facility, became a test bed for FranklinÂs point of view. He was assigned the design of the hospitalÂs west tower expansion, a 15-story addition to the existing five-story hospital building. There were eight ÂbedÂ floors with 251 private patient rooms, many of which required one of four different shower designs.

ÂThe best of todayÂs fiberglass shower units offer innovative design features and accessories that provide comfort and safety while assuring compliance with ADA standards,Â says Franklin. ÂWhile the design aesthetics and ease of installation were also important factors, safety is paramount, and we found both were quite obtainable with fiberglass showers.Â

Convinced that they could meet safety and ADA compliance requirements, as well as the Houston building codes, Franklin specified the Best Bath line of fiberglass shower systems made by Fiberglass Systems (www. best-bath. com).

Best Bath offers a line of Âhospital-gradeÂ fiberglass reinforced composite shower systems (http://www. best-bath. com) that come with 1/2-inch, heavy-duty plywood backing so that grab bars and other safety accessories can be securely attached. Unique to these hospital-grade shower modules is the increased structural integrity of the structure, made possible by a much more substantial laminate schedule and a total encapsulation of the plywood core. This lengthens the expected life of the shower systems substantially.

ÂI like their roll-in design that features a collapsible neoprene Âwater damÂ threshold that is wheelchair accessible, yet keeps the water in the shower,Â says Franklin. ÂWith some other designs weÂd had trouble meeting the state requirements or had cleanup problems.Â

The ability for fiberglass shower systems to offer a non-institutional appearance is an important plus to many architects and facility owners.

ÂAt Texas ChildrenÂs Hospital there are provisions for Mom and Dad to come stay with the child,Â Franklin says.Â Because families would be staying there, we tried to get away from the institutional look as much as we could.Â

Franklin was also impressed that he could get all the needed accessories including seats, grab bars, curtain bars and soap dishes from the same shower systems (http://www. best-bath. com) manufacturer.

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Free CE Webinar Offered for First-Ever National Safe Handling Awareness Day

2011-04-08T07:43:00.000-07:00

Free CE Webinar Offered for First-Ever National Safe Handling Awareness Day

April has been designated the first-ever Safe Handling Awareness Month - a national campaign to protect the health and wellbeing of the oncology healthcare professionals who devote their lives to helping others by raising awareness of the risks, guidelines and safety measures associated with handling hazardous drugs.

Houston, Texas (PRWEB) February 19, 2009

Free CE Webinar Offered for First-Ever National Safe Handling Awareness Day (April 20, 2009)

WHAT: April has been designated the first-ever Safe Handling Awareness Month - a national campaign to protect the health and wellbeing of the oncology healthcare professionals who devote their lives to helping others by raising awareness of the risks, guidelines and safety measures associated with handling hazardous drugs.

To enhance this effort, healthcare professionals are invited to participate in a free, one-hour safe handling CE webinar addressing the proper handling of hazardous drugs on April 20, 2009, the inaugural Safe Handling Awareness Day. This program is being supported by an unrestricted educational grant provided by Carmel Pharma, Inc., the official sponsor of Safe Handling Awareness Month and the maker of PhaSeal® - today's only clinically proven closed-system drug transfer device (CSTD) for the safe preparation, administration and waste disposal of hazardous drugs.

WHEN: April 20, 2009 - The inaugural Safe Handling Awareness Day
1:00PM - 2:00PM EST
Archived webinar will also be available on-demand.

WHERE: Online. Register at www. statce. com/safehandling (http://www. statce. com/safehandling )

WHY: The following facts support the need for/value of increased safe handling awareness and practices among today's healthcare professionals:
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has stated that "working with or near hazardous drugs in health care settings may cause skin rashes, infertility, miscarriage, birth defects and possibly leukemia or other cancers."

The World Health Organization predicts a 50 percent increase of cancer cases over the next 20 years; this, combined with more potent chemotherapy drugs - as well as an increase in the use of hazardous drugs to treat non-malignant illnesses - will continue to elevate risk of exposure.

Two separate studies investigating the toxicity in healthcare personnel who handle cytotoxic (hazardous) drugs revealed a 40-50 percent increased risk for miscarriage. A total of 7094 pregnancies of 2976 pharmacy and nursing staff were examined.

A national survey conducted by the Environmental Working Group, the American Nurses Association, Health Care Without Harm and the Environmental Health Education Center at the University of Maryland School of Nursing showed that there are links between nurses' occupational exposure to hazardous drugs and the health problems they develop such as cancer, asthma, miscarriages and children's birth defects.

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ALDA Pharmaceutical Corp. Grants Incentive Stock Options

2011-04-07T03:07:00.000-07:00

ALDA Pharmaceutical Corp. Grants Incentive Stock Options

(PRWEB) January 30, 2004

ALDA Pharmaceuticals Corp. (APH:TSX-V) (the ÂCompanyÂ) announces that it has granted incentive stock options to purchase an aggregate of 512,353 common shares at an exercise price of $0.20 per share to the directors, officers and certain employees of the Company. The Company has granted further incentive stock options to purchase an aggregate of 40,000 common shares at an exercise price of $0.20 per share to certain consultants of the Company. The options are for a term of two years and expire on January 27, 2006. Options granted to directors, officers and employees of the Company and underlying common shares are subject to a four month hold period from the date of grant in accordance with the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange and applicable securities law. Options granted to consultants of the Company and underlying common shares are subject to a four month hold period from the date of grant in accordance with the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange and a further twelve month hold period in accordance with applicable securities law, pending adoption of the revised Multilateral Instrument 45-102.

Terrance G. Owen, Ph. D., MBA

President, Chief Executive Officer and Director

ALDA Pharmaceuticals Corp.

604-521-8300

Terry@aldapharma. com

Www. aldapharma. com

About ALDA Pharmaceuticals Corp.

ALDA Pharmaceuticals Corp. has developed a family of wide spectrum, non-toxic, biodegradable infection control products based on its patent pending T36Â technology. Its first product, ViralexTM, has been tested on over 100 infectious bacteria, viruses and fungi. ViralexTM is 100% effective in killing them all within 3 minutes, including HIV, Hepatitis B and TB.

ViralexÂ has been approved by Health Canada for use as a hospital grade, hard surface disinfectant and by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for use in restaurants and the food processing industry.

The emergence of SARS, Norwalk Virus and new strains of influenza has increased the market demand for ViralexÂ as a highly effective, non-toxic and environmentally friendly disinfectant.

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U. S. Manufacturing Company Creating Silver Lining for the Green Building Industry

2011-04-03T09:04:00.000-07:00

U. S. Manufacturing Company Creating Silver Lining for the Green Building Industry

NCFI is addressing the future need for highly qualified building experts by recruiting, training and supporting top-quality insulation installers/applicators. Their new Web site is designed to attract hard-working, dedicated people who want to take control of their own destiny by tying it to the burgeoning green jobs economy.

Mount Airy, NC (Vocus) August 11, 2009

While many U. S. companies are waiting for the U. S. economy to turn north, Mount Airy, N. C.-based manufacturer, NCFI, is busy creating the future of green building by seeking out and training the next wave of sustainable insulation contractors.

"Green construction is the brightest spot in the U. S. building industry," claims NCFI Sr. Vice President, Nelson Clark. According to the U. S. Green Building Council, of which we are a member, the green building industry is not as affected by the down market. A recent McGraw-Hill report shows the overall green building market is expected to more than double from $49 billion today to approximately $140 billion by 2013.

"We see major upside when builders and homebuyers are equally motivated," continues Clark. "Builders are motivated by the economic benefits including higher revenue and lower operating costs. Homebuyers are inspired by the health benefits, use of sustainable products, reducing carbon output, higher home resell value and lower energy costs."

"BEST OF CLASS" SUSTAINABLE BUILDING PRODUCTS
David Johnston, green pioneer, author and advocate calls NCFI insulation products, ''best of class.'' Johnson says, "Insulation for any building type appropriately selected and installed is the best investment a community can make in a building's infrastructure. As energy costs spiral, high-performance spray foam insulation is becoming increasingly popular, not only for its insulating properties, but because it also resists mold and moisture and promotes healthful indoor air quality."

According to Clark, "We're doing our best to not just prepare for this major building trend, but to also make sure the building industry is prepared for the future with current and complete technical information, high-touch support and the highest-quality, best-formulated products. We are not here just to sell products. We're here, and we've been here since 1966, to drive the very future of how we build healthier, high-performance homes and buildings in the U. S. It's been our corporate mission all this time to bring the energy economy and building economy together - get things moving in the right direction - and we're finally seeing that vision become reality.

"When the U. S. Dept. of Energy says about 80 percent of pre-1980 U. S. homes and a good percentage of current homes are under-insulated, and demand for new green building is exploding, we know there is a swell of emergent opportunity - for manufacturers and for entrepreneurial craftsmen. Consumer demand for green building products and methods is growing, architects are designing them into buildings and specifying them, and builders are using them. The only potential stumbling block we see to the green building juggernaut would be lack of qualified high-performance spray foam applicators. Since we're here for the long haul we are addressing that too."

GREEN JOBS INITIATIVE
NCFI is addressing the future need for highly qualified building experts by recruiting, training and supporting top-quality insulation installers/applicators. Clark says, "Our new Web site, www. spfcareers. com], is designed to attract hard-working, dedicated people who want to take control of their own destiny by tying it to the burgeoning green jobs economy. For people considering a career change, or who are out of work from layoffs and closings, this industry can be an ideal choice! As homeowners demand green, sustainable products, we're seeing slightly lagging demand on the builder/contractor level. We want to close that gap, quickly," says Clark.

A director of economic research for the U. S. Small Business Administration, Chad Moutray, Ph. D., says, "In an economic downturn, entrepreneurship is usually the savior." Clark agrees, "We certainly believe entrepreneurs and innovative thinking will be the driving force behind a recovery - especially in the new building culture. We're offering an opportunity for entrepreneurs to get in on the ground floor of the new greener economy - education, training, support, equipment, financing, and certification. It's a turnkey opportunity. We are preparing a new wave of success-driven craftsmen with the best knowledge and skills to build truly sustainable homes and buildings for the next 100 years.

TRULY CERTIFIED APPLICATORS
"We not only continuously innovate our high-performance insulation and roofing products, we also provide the best technical information and training in the industry," explains Clark. "Our Certified Gold Star Applicator program for spray foam insulation and the Tier One Program for our roofing systems are in-depth, encompassing, information-heavy certification programs that provide builders with a cadre of installers/applicators they can trust to have the very best training on products and applications. So, they are, to borrow from our friend David Johnston, the best of class applicators spraying the best of class products."

Mike Stutzenburg, owner of Sea Spray Foam Insulation, LLC, Leland, NC, is one of those Certified Gold Star Applicators. "Becoming a Gold Star Applicator was no simple thing," says Stutzenburg. "We had to show we had the knowledge to do the work at exacting standards. We worked for it and we had to show NCFI we understood not only spray foam insulation, but also the entire building process and proper application techniques. We also had to prove we operated our business with sound, ethical, customer-driven practices."

Jim Benson, owner of Blue Foam Insulation, Inc., Avon, Colorado and GoldStar Applicator agrees, "The Gold Star application process wasn't easy, and rightfully so. Contractors want - no they expect - certified subcontractors. They want people they can count on and they appreciate that NCFI certifies us only after thoroughly testing our knowledge of the principles or spray foam insulation, building science, applications methods, equipment and our creditworthiness. I'm going to include my certification in all my bids."

Stutzenburg says about the benefits of Certified Gold Star status, "Being a Certified Gold Star Applicator best serves my company, our client builders, and homeowners, and keeps us a full step ahead in the market. NCFI is amazing at testing and associated code knowledge, so we stay informed and educated in the changes and directions of the industry. Their technical information and stringent requirements ensure Gold Star Applicators have the knowledge to do the very best work and, in my many years of experience, that's what builders really want. They want someone doing work for them they can trust." He adds, "NCFI's deep reservoir of knowledge and constant professional assistance helps my company's growth and gives me a real competitive advantage through a superior understanding of high-performance insulation products."

Benson agrees, "I've been in this business for eight years and I've never sprayed anything other than NCFI insulation. I really like the products and the company. I find I actually enjoy pitching it to contractors and homeowners. I tell them it doesn't matter what kind of energy they use: natural gas, electric or solar. Ice dams are a major concern here in the mountains, and I can show them how NCFI high performance spray foam insulation eliminates ice dams and improves the efficiency of their homes or buildings. What really matters is how the homeowner can use lots less energy by using NCFI. I can show them that and I love it!"

SPFCAREERS. COM
The spfcareers. com Web site is designed to be educational in a real-world sort of way. "It's a clearinghouse for people who want to control their own future by owning their own business," says Clark. The site not only includes industry and product information, but it also helps the person considering the opportunity a chance to do a personal assessment with tools like: A Day in the Life of an Applicator; Successful Applicators Characteristics; Staffing and Equipment Needed; Training and Support; Financing. It even provides the chance to speak with a Business Opportunity Counselor.

According to Clark, "We want to find, recruit and train an infrastructure of responsible applicators who will help us keep up with growing demand. That takes a certain kind of person -- a hard worker who demands excellence and provides the same for his customers. We want long-term relationships with the Mike Stutzenburgs and Jim Bensons of this country: People who get up early each day, roll up their sleeves, invest their time and energy, and go out and make good things happen - people willing to lead by doing the right things over and over. People you can trust. That's what Certified Gold Star means to us."

For more information or to arrange an interview on this subject please contact:
Dale McGlothlin
(202) 341-8615
Dm(at)seachangeglobal(dot)com

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Latin American Fire and Smoke Detection Devices Markets Benefit From New Legislations

2011-04-03T00:18:00.000-07:00

Latin American Fire and Smoke Detection Devices Markets Benefit From New Legislations

New analysis from Frost & Sullivan Latin American Fire and Smoke Detection Devices Markets reveals that the market earned revenues of $73.3 million in 2005, and can reach $130.9 million in 2012.

Palo Alto, CA (PRWEB) September 15, 2006

Stringent amendments to fire detection and prevention regulations across Latin American countries are fortifying the fire and smoke detection devices markets. Despite numerous opportunities, the lack of awareness of fire prevention issues threatens the markets.

New analysis from Frost & Sullivan Latin American Fire and Smoke Detection Devices Markets reveals that the market earned revenues of $73.3 million in 2005, and can reach $130.9 million in 2012.

If you are interested in a virtual brochure, which provides manufacturers, end users, and other industry participants with an overview of the Latin American fire and smoke detection devices markets, then send an e-mail to Trisha Bradley, Corporate Communications, with your full name, company name, title, telephone number, fax number, and e-mail address. Upon receipt of the above information, an overview will be sent to you by e-mail.

“Due to the low levels of awareness of the importance of fire detection and prevention as well as the high costs of the systems, many end users tend to install very basic, or even incomplete fire and smoke detection systems, putting human life as well as the entire building at risk”, says Frost & Sullivan Research Analyst Maria Gabriela Figueroa. “These factors challenge premium segment market participants that offer products based on quality, technology, brand name, and post-sales services.”

Market participants must focus on educating end users, and, along with regional renowned associations, create a collective sense of moral responsibility. Many global tier 1 companies are organizing seminars across Latin America not only to promote their products, but also to increase consciousness and responsibility among end users.

Associations such as the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) are already working with governmental sectors such as the Firefighters Body, for helping them adapt their local rules as per the NFPA norms and standards.

The healthcare sector is among the least developed segments regarding the implementation of fire and smoke detection systems. In some countries, this segment mostly depends on government purchases, and therefore, all initiatives are totally subject to public response. Private clinics and healthcare centers are comparatively at a more advanced stage of implementation, having installed basic smoke and heat detectors.

Due to its high overall demand, the industrial buildings segment is the most developed end-user segment in Latin America. This is because of the important presence of multinational companies (MNCs) in diverse industries in the region. These MNCs’ inherent culture of installing fire and smoke detection systems has rubbed off on smaller companies, resulting in greater sales of the equipment across the region.

The commercial buildings segment is the second most important one in Latin America. Local authorities such as the fire fighters constantly monitor commercial buildings, as they house a significant number of people.

“As customers become more conscious of fire prevention issues and begin adhering to strict local regulations, market suppliers will have to offer a more complete and integral service, including a wider range of products,” says Figueroa.

Multi-criterion photoelectric detectors, being more complete and multi-functional, are gaining significance due to their extensive applications. Chemical photoelectric varieties that detect the presence of gases in the environment have great potential in the market.

Fire and smoke detectors are evolving toward cooperative sensing, by which different sensors in a detector synergize with each other to make sure they concur in all the signals to avoid false alarms. The integration of fire and smoke detection systems with other security systems such as access control is likely to further enhance the market.

The Latin American Fire and Smoke Detection Devices Markets is part of the Building Management Technologies Growth Partnership Service. All research services included in subscriptions provide detailed market opportunities and industry trends, evaluated following extensive interviews with market participants. Analyst interviews are available to the press.

Frost & Sullivan, a global growth consulting company, has been partnering with clients to support the development of innovative strategies for more than 40 years. The company's industry expertise integrates growth consulting, growth partnership services, and corporate management training to identify and develop opportunities. Frost & Sullivan serves an extensive clientele that includes Global 1000 companies, emerging companies, and the investment community by providing comprehensive industry coverage that reflects a unique global perspective and combines ongoing analysis of markets, technologies, econometrics, and demographics.

Latin American Fire and Smoke Detection Devices Markets

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FoodFacts. com Announces Innovative Site Redesign: Find Out What You're Really Eating

2011-03-31T09:35:00.000-07:00

FoodFacts. com Announces Innovative Site Redesign: Find Out What You're Really Eating

Want to find out what's really in your food? FoodFacts. com (www. foodfacts. com), the trusted consumer food resource Web site, has the answers. And now, FoodFacts. com is even better than before! The site has improved upon its impressive database of crucial information on over 75,000 food products with a cutting-edge redesign.

Edison, N. J. (PRWEB) August 13, 2009

The world's most comprehensive online consumer food resource Web site is now even better than before! FoodFacts. com (www. foodfacts. com) is proud to unveil its cutting-edge site redesign, featuring exciting improvements to its trusted food and nutrition database. The site, which has been providing consumers with vital dietary information since 2001, is putting forth a variety of new tools to help consumers better understand nutrition facts, manage their diets, find allergy-free foods, avoid hidden ingredients and more.

These days, bread is no longer made with just wheat, yeast, salt and water. Multi-syllabic artificial ingredients have replaced whole, natural ones, and even the simplest forms of nourishment have been transformed into nutrition nightmares. Substances such as high-fructose corn syrup, silicon dioxide and azodicarbonamide have become fundamental ingredients in scores of processed products. What are these ingredients, and are they healthy? (The latter, a chemical found in some breads in the U. S., has been banned as a food additive in Europe and Australia.)

FoodFacts. com has the answers. Unlike other nutrition Web sites, FoodFacts. com helps users gauge the quantity and quality of foods by giving it's members both nutrition values and ingredient information for each product; this powerful combination along with user friendly tools helps dieters tackle portion control and optimize their health at the same time.

The site, which has been sorting out food facts and fiction for over eight years, was the first comprehensive food guide on the Internet. And now that FoodFacts. com has kicked off a new redesign, users can search foods by product name, UPC code or ingredients; plan meals with the quick recipe finder; make shopping lists that can be printed, e-mailed or sent to a phone; and more! These features are in addition to the Web site's encyclopedic database of crucial information on over 75,000 food products.

The famous FoodFacts. com database is unmatched by any other Web site. Key in unwanted or harmful ingredients, from peanuts to red 40, and you can search, save, list and sort hundreds of products that fit your dietary needs. Creating gluten-free and vegan grocery lists is now as easy as pie! This feature is especially important to expectant mothers, parents, those with food allergies and health issues, fitness trainers, nutritionists and dietitians - but every person with an appetite and a concern for his or her health will find FoodFacts. com indispensable.

Stan Rak, president and founder of FoodFacts. com, initiated the redesign with consumers in mind. According to Rak, "The time is right. Obesity is rampant in the United States, and food allergies and sensitivities are becoming more prevalent at an alarming rate. FoodFacts. com addresses these issues comprehensively and objectively, and allows for food enthusiasts to become more proactive and knowledgeable about all of the foods they eat. We want them to be able to access it quickly and easily, with the most up-to-date features a Web site can offer today."

Stan Rak created the site to be an independent and trustworthy resource for consumers. FoodFacts. com has no associations with food manufacturers, grocery stores or restaurants, and it alerts users to controversial ingredients such as potentially harmful chemicals and other additives.

Much of FoodFacts. com is free, including a sizable portion of searchable nutrition and ingredient data. Paid members have access to even more helpful tools, from personal food profiles to a quick and easy recipe finder. The recipe finder is an indispensable tool for consumers with one or more dietary restrictions, as it allows them to create customized shopping lists that can be e-mailed, printed or sent to a phone - plus more.

For more information, visit the FoodFacts. com blog (blog. foodfacts. com/), or follow us on Twitter (www. twitter. com/foodfactscom (http://www. twitter. com/foodfactscom)).

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ISITE Design Adds Content Management Strategist to Boston Office

2011-03-30T21:18:00.000-07:00

ISITE Design Adds Content Management Strategist to Boston Office

Former Ektron marketing director and Aberdeen Group web editor joins award-winning interactive agency.

Cambridge, MA (PRWEB) January 11, 2007

David Aponovich has joined ISITE Design, Inc., a full-service interactive agency, as east coast sales and marketing manager and web strategy consultant. He will be based in ISITE Design's Cambridge office.

In this newly created role, Aponovich will focus on expanding ISITE Design's client base in New England and in the eastern U. S. He will also consult with clients on content management, online marketing and overall web strategy best practices. Founded in 1997, ISITE Design is based in Portland, OR.

Prior to joining ISITE Design, Aponovich was director of marketing at Ektron, Inc., a top provider of web content management software built on the Microsoft. NET platform.

An Ektron Certified Platinum Partner, ISITE Design has been delivering web solutions to its clients using Ektron software, including its flagship CMS400.NET product, for nearly a decade. ISITE Design won a 2006 Ektron All-Star Award for its website redesign and re-launch of Corrigo. com, which incorporates the Ektron CMS.

Aponovich previously held senior web editor positions at Aberdeen Group, a Boston-based technology market research and consulting firm, and at Internet. com (now JupiterMedia), a publisher of technology news and information websites. He was also a daily newspaper business editor and reporter for several years prior to moving online.

"David is a proven thought leader and expert in content management and web strategy," said Jeff Cram, Managing Director of ISITE Design's Boston office. "We are thrilled to have him join our team to grow the Boston office and help our clients succeed online."

Among other recognition, ISITE Design's website for Primal Quest was named "Best of Show" and also won in the categories of Applied Technology and Best Use of Technology at the 2006 MITX Awards (Massachusetts Innovation and Technology Exchange). See the site at:

Http://www. ecoprimalquest. com/2006/race/ (http://www. ecoprimalquest. com/2006/race/)

About ISITE Design

ISITE Design is a full service web development agency with offices in Portland, Oregon and Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 1997, ISITE Design has helped more than 200 companies develop and measure successful web-based initiatives and online marketing campaigns. ISITE Design works with clients worldwide including Siemens, Xerox, Nike and Oregon Health & Science University. Visit us at www. isitedesign. com or call 888.269.9103.

Media Contact:

Kevin Mackie

Director of Sales and Marketing

Kmackie (at) isitedesign. com

503-221-9860 x2130

Boston Contact:

Jeff Cram

Managing Director

ISITE Design Boston

Jcram (at) isitedesign. com

617-395-9482

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Massage Envy New Jersey Retains Bomser Payan Agency for Marketing Services

2011-03-30T14:16:00.000-07:00

Massage Envy New Jersey Retains Bomser Payan Agency for Marketing Services

Bomser Payan Agency (“BomserPayan) announced today that Massage Envy’s New Jersey franchise group (http://www. massageenvy. com/regions/NJ/Northern-New-Jersey. aspx), a subsection of franchisees of Massage Envy Limited, LLC (http://www. massageenvy. com), the nation’s largest massage therapy provider, has retained BomserPayan (http://www. bomser. com) to manage their Search Engine Optimization and Internet Marketing activities. In addition, Bomser Payan will be providing other marketing and advisory services to the group.

New York, NY (PRWEB) March 10, 2010

Bomser Payan Agency (“BomserPayan) announced today that Massage Envy’s New Jersey franchise group (http://www. massageenvy. com/regions/NJ/Northern-New-Jersey. aspx (http://www. massageenvy. com/regions/NJ/Northern-New-Jersey. aspx)), a subsection of franchisees of Massage Envy Limited, LLC (http://www. massageenvy. com (http://www. massageenvy. com)), the nation’s largest massage therapy provider, has retained BomserPayan (http://www. bomser. com (http://www. bomser. com)) to manage their Search Engine Optimization and Internet Marketing activities. In addition, Bomser Payan will be providing other marketing and advisory services to the group.

“We are very much looking forward to working with Massage Envy’s New Jersey franchise group. In today’s economy, and the current competitive search landscape, companies need to take extra steps in order to stand out from the crowd and continue to grow their business. The people at Massage Envy want to take those steps to ensure their continued growth.” said Jonathan Bomser, President of Bomser Payan. “We are extremely excited about the initiatives we can accomplish together, and are looking forward long-lasting relationship.”

Mr. Bomser further stated, “Our analysis and research of Massage Envy’s current internet marketing activities indicated a large opportunity moving forward to significantly increase the New Jersey clinics’ search results across the major search engines. With these refined initiatives, we anticipate that Massage Envy’s New Jersey clinics will see an increased level of interest and website traffic, which should ultimately lead to increased sales.”

About BomserPayan
Bomser Payan Agency, based in New York, NY, is a leader in marketing, creative and technology strategies. The agency is focused on executing the highest caliber of advertising, marketing, creative development, and technology initiatives, all with higher service levels and at lower costs than their larger competitors. BomserPayan has worked with small businesses up to Fortune 500 companies across various industries. Visit Bomser. com for more information.

About Massage Envy
Massage Envy Limited, LLC, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, is the leading provider of therapeutic massage in the United States. The national franchise of massage clinics is dedicated to providing professional and affordable therapeutic massage services to consumers with busy lifestyles at convenient times and locations. Massage Envy Spa is their newest concept, offering Murad® healthy skin facials as well as therapeutic massages. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy has opened over 600 clinics in 42 states, with new locations opening every month. For more information, visit MassageEnvy. com.

For more information contact Jonathan Bomser, Bomser Payan Agency, at jb(at)bomser(dot)com, or by phone at 646.709.9562.
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!Salud! Oregon Pinot Noir Auction Raises Over $650,000

2011-03-29T02:55:00.000-07:00

!Salud! Oregon Pinot Noir Auction Raises Over $650,000

Increase credited to 2009 vintage preview, event reputation.

Hillsboro, OR (PRWEB) November 18, 2010

Proceeds from the annual! Salud! Oregon Pinot Noir Auction topped $650,000 representing a significant 7% increase over 2009. The closing of a "Winery Development Dream Team" package offered online until Monday, Nov 22 will push the final total higher. !Salud! is known among Pinot noir collectors for the opportunity to acquire premier wines crafted exclusively for the auction, and within the industry for the broad support of the Oregon wine community for this unique cause.

Applauding the outcome, Amy Wesselman of Westrey Wines spoke on behalf of auction co-chairs Paul Sehdev, M. D. and Will Neuhauser: “Our guests bid generously and often, testifying to stellar 2009 Oregon Pinot noir cuvées as well as an exciting and creative auction. The money raised will cover essential medical care for thousands of seasonal vineyard workers and their families who rely on our services. The entire Oregon wine industry is grateful.”
Held November 12 and 13 at Domaine Drouhin Oregon and Portland’s historic Governor Hotel, the auction included unique Pinot noirs from the 42 “Vintner’s Circle” of top Oregon wineries, 53 silent auction items and an oral auction of significant, wine-inspired packages.

Among Saturday evening’s highlights was a standing ovation for Terry Casteel of Bethel Heights who was recognized for his family’s steadfast support of the program since its inception. In his remarks, Casteel called! Salud! “A broad testament to the generosity and spirit of the Oregon wine industry.”
!Salud! Clinical Services Manager Leda Garside asked bidders to “give from their hearts” for a special appeal to benefit dental services. They rose to the occasion donating over $107,000, encouraged by matching contributions by Ronni Lacroute of WillaKenzie Estates and pledges from 49 wineries in the northern Willamette Valley.
The Saturday evening black tie dinner was introduced by Jorge Chavez, vineyard manager for Bergström Wines, who sang a stirring rendition of “Si He Sabido Amor” in honor of his co-workers.

The Salud Pinot Noir Auction will celebrate its 20th Anniversary on November 11 and 12, 2011.

About! Salud!: Created by a group of Oregon winemakers and Tuality Healthcare physicians to address the healthcare hurdles faced by seasonal vineyard workers, this effective and far-reaching program is unique to Oregon. Workers who do not qualify for benefits due to the brevity of their employment with each winery or vineyard are given access to medical services and preventative healthcare under the guidance of medical professionals through education and advocacy.

2009 statistics include the following:
3,575 workers and family members were enrolled in the program, a 9% increase over 2008
1,002 wellness screenings were given at the worksite
3,492 dental procedures were performed
1,232 medical clinic visits were documented
Discounts totaling $235,244 were negotiated with healthcare providers
Next Year: The 2011 Auction will take place on November 11 and 12.
Website: http://www. saludauction. org (for auction and mission information)

Vinters Circle Wineries:
Adelsheim Vineyard; Amalie Robert Estate; Antica Terra; ArborBrook Vineyards; Archery Summit; Argyle; Ayres Vineyard; Bergström Wines; Bethel Heights Vineyard; Chehalem; Cristom Vineyards; Dobbes Family Estate; Domaine Drouhin Oregon; Elk Cove Vineyards; Erath Winery; Evening Land Vineyards; Hamacher Wines; Ken Wright Cellars; King Estate Winery; Lange Estate Winery; Lemelson Vineyards; Maysara Winery; Panther Creek Cellars; Patricia Green Cellars; Patton Valley Vineyard; Penner-Ash Wine Cellars; Ponzi Vineyards; R. Stuart & Co.; Raptor Ridge Winery; REX HILL; Scott Paul Wines; Shea Wine Cellars; Soléna Estate; Soter Vineyards; St. Innocent Winery; Stoller; Torii Mor; Westrey Wine Company; WillaKenzie Estate; Willamette Valley Vineyards; Winderlea Vineyard & Winery; Witness Tree Vineyard

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Take Charge of Your Health with the Comprehensive Guide to CAM Therapies

2011-03-28T08:17:00.000-07:00

Take Charge of Your Health with the Comprehensive Guide to CAM Therapies

With over 300 detailed therapy listings, Alan E. Smith's new book "UnBreak Your Health: The Complete Guide to Complementary and Alternative Therapies" is the most inclusive book on CAM therapies ever published.

Plano, TX (PRWEB) January 28, 2008

Alan Smith is no doctor, but maybe that's why people like his book so much. Like millions of other people worldwide, he's simply a patient who visited too many doctors for too many problems for too long, never finding a solution for his digestive problems -- even after a trip to one of the world's best medical facilities.

Smith finally found relief in Rob Williams' PSYCH-K process, a complementary and alternative therapy based on the mind-body connection. PSYCH-K and 299 other proven CAM therapies are described in detail--with testimonials - - in Smith's new health book "UnBreak Your Health: the Complete Guide to Complementary and Alternative Therapies" (ISBN 9781932690, Loving Healing Press, 2007).

According to the National Institute of Health, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) includes a wide variety of medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not presently considered to be part of conventional medicine. CAM therapies include everything from ancient healing techniques, such as acupuncture, to cutting-edge advancements, such as cold laser technology.

"UnBreak Your Health" offers hope to those who have run out options in the realm of conventional medicine. The guide introduces readers to holistic therapies that treat the source -- not just the symptoms -- of the problem, by healing the mind and spirit along with the body. Smith adamantly believes that when it comes to personal health, people need to take responsibility to learn what works for their own unique bodies and ailments.

"I know people are looking for quick, easy answers but that's not how our health works," Smith says. For this reason, "UnBreak Your Health" doesn't include a disease listing in the index, because while everything in the book will work for someone, nothing in the book is guaranteed to work for everyone. Smith is quick to remind those skeptical about CAM that many of these therapies exist today because they've survived trial and error over thousands of years.

For anyone interested in starting the journey toward better health, "UnBreak Your Health" offers an exciting world of possibilities that have the potential to restore your health, bring peace of mind and create an incredible sense of well-being.

About the Author
Alan E. Smith resides in Plano, Texas. A former journalist, he put his reporting skills to work to research and write "UnBreak Your Health." Smith says he enjoys the best health he's had in decades thanks to CAM therapies.

"UnBreak Your Health: the Complete Guide to Complementary and Alternative Therapies" (ISBN 9781932690, Loving Healing Press, 2007) can be purchased through local and online bookstores. For more information, including links to each therapy listed in the book, visit www. unbreakyourhealth. com. Publicity contact: www. readerviews. com. Review copies available upon request.

The Beaura Spa Recommends Reversing the Summer Fun Sun Damage with Obagi Products

2011-03-28T06:29:00.000-07:00

The Beaura Spa Recommends Reversing the Summer Fun Sun Damage with Obagi Products

Paramus plastic surgeon, Dr. Paul M. Parker, knows that the Obagi Nu-Derm skin care line can reduce the effects of a summer spent in the sun as well as the build-up of years of sun damage because he uses these products himself.

Paramus, NJ (Vocus) October 20, 2009

Fall is in the air and the glowing tans are fading, leaving behind new dark spots, lines and wrinkles. Clinical Coordinator Kim Ashton at the Beaura Spa says, “The Obagi kit of products is designed to turn that around with a daytime and nighttime system. It works because it changes the formation of new cells so that the skin looks brighter and healthier.”

The system is a process. Aestheticians at the medical spa in New Jersey (http://www. parkercenterspa. net/) instruct their clients in the use of an at home kit. The kit includes a cleanser, toner, bleaching agent, exfoliating agent and Retin-A, used in conjunction with a blender product which facilitates the penetration of Retin-A more deeply into the skin. For more aggressive treatment, the Obagi Blue Peel in NJ (http://www. parkercenterspa. net/obagi-blue-peel-photos. html), a trichloroacetic acid peel applied in layers, can be used. This peel penetrates into the dermis layer of the skin, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles.

Dr. Parker says, “Having patients on the Obagi products for several weeks before the peel prepares the skin and facilitates deeper penetration of the peel for maximum corrective effects.” He adds that, “I’ve been using these products myself for over 5 years because most of my recreation activities are outdoors. I wear sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat, but the sun can still penetrate the skin. These products help reverse the sun damage that gets through. They not only correct sun damage, but make the skin look healthier and act to prevent skin cancer.”

The system works progressively over several months. Results are visible within the first few weeks. With consistent use, the Obagi products continue to brighten and tighten, leaving behind healthy looking skin. The products work on a cellular level, repairing the damage caused by the sun.

With all the other products available to treat the skin, why does Dr. Parker personally use and recommend the Obagi system as part of his Bergen County skin care (http://www. parkercenterspa. net/skin_care_products_eminence. html) line at the Beaura Spa? “Dr. Obagi is an excellent clinical dermatologist and he has really studied the science of the skin.” He adds, “Over the years, he has put together a group of scientifically developed products which work to bring about healthy skin carefully observing these effects in his own patients.”

As a medical spa in New Jersey (http://www. parkercenterspa. net/), the Beaura Spa stresses customized care and patient education when using these products. The Obagi products are of prescription strength and their use can be tailored to fit all skin care needs. The Obagi Blue Peel in NJ (http://www. parkercenterspa. net/obagi-blue-peel-photos. html), because of its deeper penetration, is used to treat deeper lines and wrinkles caused by more severe sun damage.

One to four layers of the TCA blue peel are used in performing the peel. A blue dye allows the aestheticians to monitor the depth of penetration and adjust the layers as needed. “Afterwards, it’s like having a sunburn and the skin peels over the next several days. Within a week, patients can be out and about, getting back to normal activities,” says Dr. Parker.

“To undo the affects of summer fun,” says Kim. “We recommend the Obagi products for a healthy approach to skin care correction. Once our clients see what it can do for them, they come back for more.”

The Beaura Spa is part of the Parker Center for Plastic Surgery, Paramus, NJ and offers the expertise of their certified and licensed aestheticians for optimal skin care. Under the direction of board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Paul M. Parker, the spa provides medical strength products like Obagi Nu-Derm and the Obagi Blue Peel so that their patients can obtain natural looking results in a safe, nurturing environment.

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President of Ghana commends Ahmadiyya Muslim Community for its services to his country

2011-03-28T02:58:00.000-07:00

President of Ghana commends Ahmadiyya Muslim Community for its services to his country

(PRWEB) March 23, 2004

President John Agyekum Kufuor of Ghana commended the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Ghana for their contribution to health, agriculture and education. He observed that the schools the community maintained were amongst the most disciplined in Ghana, according to a press release issued by the international press secretary of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.

"Apart from providing training in moral and spiritual values to its members, it has also provided education and health care delivery, significantly in deprived communities of this country. This is a highly appreciated by the government and the beneficiary communities." , he said.

The president addressed these remarks welcoming the supreme head of the worldwide Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Hadhrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad to his country. The Ahmadiyya leader was on a 12-day visit to Ghana.

This was his first visit to Ghana after his election as a khalifa in April last year. He went there to meet his community, and to address the 75th Annual convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Ghana.

In reply the head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community praised the efforts of the government for maintaining peace and harmony in the country, and the tremendous improvement in the infrastructure and its socio economic development. He also expressed his gratitude to the people and Government, in particular to the President of Ghana for their love and affection and prayed most sincerely for them.

Addressing the convention, which was also attended by the President of Ghana and other high officials, he said that doing good to the people is a great commandment of Allah and a mark of a true believer. He told a 40,000 strong gathering that Allah wants them to obey his commandment, to spend in the way of Allah, to be benevolent to one? s next of kin and indeed to God? s creation in general.

He urged Ahmadis to work sincerely and hard for their country and to carry the beautiful message of Islam to the people living in that part of the world, bringing them under the banner of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him.

The Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community also mentioned the discriminatory anti-Ahmadiyya laws in Pakistan and said that the Government of Pakistan tried to deprive the Ahmadis of Pakistan of listening to their spiritual leader by enacting cruel laws. Allah on the other hand, so designed that through MTA (Muslim Television Ahmadiyya), the voice of the Khalifa is now being heard all over the Globe. He urged Ahmadis all over the world to intensify their efforts to create peace in the world.

Catherine Freer Program Launches New Web Site

2011-03-27T22:27:00.000-07:00

Catherine Freer Program Launches New Web Site

Catherine Freer Wilderness Therapy Program's new web site features six main areas for parents looking for solutions for a troubled teen.

Albany, OR (PRWEB) October 18, 2010

Catherine Freer Wilderness Therapy Programs announces the launch of a next generation web site for cfreer. com.

“The site has been given a great new look and it’s now even easier to navigate. Plus it has a couple of great new features including a parenting tips blog,” explained Sarah Mack, Director of Business Development.

The new web site features six main areas for parents looking for solutions for a troubled teen. These main areas are: About, Programs, Who We Serve, Staff, Success, and Admissions. The site also now includes a parenting tips blog that offers resources for parents who are negotiating their child’s teenage years and looking for advice from therapists experienced in working with adolescents.

Visit the new site at http://www. cfreer. com.

About Catherine Freer Wilderness Therapy Programs
Catherine Freer is an adolescent treatment program specializing in wilderness therapy. Wilderness therapy combines a backpacking and adventure expedition with outdoor living, physical activity and extensive psychotherapy. The program assists teens in identifying the core issues that have stood in the way of their academic accomplishment and overall well-being. Issues range from depression, low self-esteem, defiance, ADHD, substance abuse, attachment disorders, anxiety, mood disorders, to learning differences.

Clinical research has been published that confirms the efficacy of the wilderness treatment modality. The Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare Industry Council completed a longitudinal study on the effects of wilderness therapy and it demonstrates that more than 80 percent of parents and 90 percent of graduates’ contacted report that their wilderness treatment experience was effective two years after the process and 83 percent of teens report they are doing better after their expedition.

Catherine Freer Wilderness Therapy Programs serves approximately 300 adolescents annually. The employee owned and operated company was founded in 1988 and is licensed by the State of Oregon as both a substance abuse and mental health treatment program. The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations (JCAHCO) accredits the program.

The company also operates Santiam Crossing, an outdoor therapeutic school and Oregon Transition Homes. For more information, please visit the web site at http://www. cfreer. com or call (800) 390-3983.

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The South Beach DietÂ Just Got Handier - Skyscape Brings the South Beach DietÂ to Mobile Devices with South Beach DietÂ OnHand

2011-03-26T21:41:00.000-07:00

The South Beach DietÂ Just Got Handier - Skyscape Brings the South Beach DietÂ to Mobile Devices with South Beach DietÂ OnHand

Today, The South Beach DietÂ just got more powerful with an ideal solution for people on the go. The South Beach DietÂ OnHand is now available for the full range of mobile devices including handhelds and Smart Phones for just $19.95, for a full year subscription. This application is available for immediate download from www. skyscapeonhand. com.

Hudson, MA (PRWEB) April 28, 2005

SkyscapeÂ®, Inc. (www. skyscape. com), a trusted leader in mobile health and medical information solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Waterfront Media, publishers of The South Beach DietÂ Online (www. southbeachdiet. com), to bring one of the most popular diets to health-conscious consumers via their mobile devices. We live in a mobile society and The South Beach DietÂ OnHand solution allows consumers to access the diet information whenever and wherever they need it.

The South Beach DietÂ was written by Dr. Arthur Agatston, M. D., preventive cardiologist and inventor of the renowned Agatston Score. With 9 million books in print, The South Beach DietÂ (Rodale Inc./April 2003) has remained on the New York Times bestseller list for 24 months running Â since it was first published in April 2003. The paperback will be in stores starting April 19th along with the revised South Beach DietÂ Good Fats/Good Carbs Guide. The South Beach DietÂ Online has over 4 million subscribers to its daily e-mail newsletter, The Daily Dish.

ÂMy goal is to help change the way America eats, and the availability of information on handheld devices and smart phones will make it even more convenient for people to follow The South Beach DietÂ - whether for a healthy lifestyle or weight loss,Â Dr. Agatston said. ÂThe real secret to The South Beach DietÂ is that itÂs not just a diet, itÂs a way to eat for life, focusing on the right carbs and the right fats, along with lean sources of protein.Â

ÂThe South Beach DietÂ, is a great way to eat for life, that makes you look healthy and feel healthy,Â said Sandeep Shah, president and CEO of Skyscape. ÂConsumers need an easy way to track their progress and stick to their diet when they are traveling, shopping for groceries or eating in restaurants. With SkyscapeÂs South Beach DietÂ OnHand for the PDA and Smart Phone they have a new resource to trim their worries away.Â

Filled with easy-to-prepare recipes that focus on the right carbs and the right fats Â the secret to South Beach DietÂ weight-loss Â this mobile application makes it a snap to follow the South Beach DietÂ. In addition to the diet basics and information dieters need, the application contains a number of additional resources that are regularly updated to provide fresh information:

Â· The Daily DishÂ This daily e-mail newsletter regularly offers new South Beach DietÂ recipes, the latest research, success stories and diet news to provide consumers more variety in their meal selection. They will also receive sample meal plans for all three phases of the diet.

Â· Restaurant GuidesÂWith just the tap of a stylus, South Beach dieters can find the best foods to eat in various types of restaurants. South Beach DietÂ OnHand provides hundreds of suggested items and information for the most popular cuisine, including Italian, Chinese, Greek and Mexican, all available at their fingertips.

Â· Fast Food GuideÂ South Beach DietÂ OnHand gives you variety, providing you with guidance on the best food choices at the most popular fast food chains.

Â· Motivational Tips and Q&AsÂ South Beach DietÂ OnHand provides consumers with daily motivation tips and Q&As downloadable to you handheld three times a week, to answer the most common questions and dispel misperceptions.

ÂThe combination of South Beach DietÂ Online, South Beach DietÂ books, The South Beach DietÂ foods from Kraft, and now South Beach DietÂ OnHand provides an incredibly powerful set of tools in a dieterÂs arsenal and can better prepare dieters to succeed,Â said Ben Wollin, CEO of Waterfront Media. ÂAdditionally, it helps further Dr. AgatstonÂs goal of helping to change the way America eats. Strategically, partnering with Skyscape, a company trusted by more than 400,000 professionals for mobile health and medical information solutions, was the best way to add this functionality for the convenience of dieters.Â

Pricing and Availability

Beginning on April 27, 2005, a one-year subscription to South Beach DietÂ OnHand for the PDA can be purchased for $19.95. With this purchase, consumers will also receive a free, one week subscription for the South Beach DietÂ Online. To download the software, consumers can visit www. skyscapeonhand. com. South Beach DietÂ OnHand will distributed to healthcare professionals via www. skyscape. com and through partnerships with leading providers of mobile application downloads such as palmOne and Handango.

About Dr. Agatston and The South Beach DietÂ

Arthur Agatston, M. D., is a cardiologist and an associate professor of medicine at the University of Miami Medical School. His pioneering work in noninvasive cardiac imaging has resulted in computerized tomography scanning methods and measures that bear his name: the Agatston Score and the Agatston Method, which are used for screening coronary calcium, are recognized worldwide.

Dr. Agatston did not set out to develop a weight-loss plan. His goal was to help his chronically overweight heart patients get their diets under control, thereby preventing or reversing the myriad of heart and vascular problems associated with obesity. Knowing that his patients weren't faring well on the standard, low-fat American Heart Association diet, Dr. Agatston began to investigate diets and the origins of insulin resistance on his own. The result was The South Beach DietÂ, The South Beach DietÂ Cookbook, and The South Beach DietÂ Good Fats/Good Carbs Guide published by Rodale Inc.

About Skyscape

Skyscape, Inc., is the leading provider of interactive mobile solutions for both the health conscious consumer and the medical practitioner. Skyscape provides the most extensive portfolio of trusted medical references Â with over 270 of medicineÂs most trusted and reputable references in over 35 medical specialties from the worldÂs finest medical publishers. Today over 400,000 medical professionals trust Skyscape to help them make the most informed decisions at the point-of-care.

In April 2005, Skyscape extended its focus to provide health-conscious consumers with mobile solutions to help improve their health and wellness, with solutions such as The South Beach DietÂ OnHand, the only mobile version of the highly successful South Beach DietÂ. SkyscapeÂs solutions are available on multiple platforms, including Palm OSÂ®, WindowsÂ® CE and Pocket PC. For more information about Skyscape, visit www. skyscape. com.

About Waterfront Media

Waterfront Media is headquartered on the Waterfront of Brooklyn, NY with customer service operations in North Adams, MA. This subscription-based online publishing company featuring self-help products connects subscribers with trusted experts to assist them in improving their lives. Waterfront Media opened its doors in January 2002 and currently serves over 500,000 paid subscribers. Waterfront's leading authorities encompass diet, health, finance, exercise, spirituality and religion, and relationships. Additional information about Waterfront Media's partners, products and online tools can be found at www. Waterfrontmedia. com

Skyscape and smARTlink are registered trademarks. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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San Diego Padres Team Up with Green Mountain Energy Company for "Go Green" on Saturday, Sept. 4

2011-03-25T20:59:00.000-07:00

San Diego Padres Team Up with Green Mountain Energy Company for "Go Green" on Saturday, Sept. 4

Padres to offset game’s electricity usage and fans’ vehicle emissions by partnering with Green Mountain Energy Company

San Diego (Vocus) September 3, 2010

The San Diego Padres today announced today they are partnering with Green Mountain Energy Company, the nation’s leading competitive retail provider of cleaner energy and carbon offset solutions, for Padres “Go Green” on Saturday, September 4. The effort is part of the Padres ongoing effort to make PETCO Park as environmentally friendly as possible.

The Padres are partnering with Green Mountain Energy Company to offset both the estimated electricity usage for the game and the fans’ estimated roundtrip vehicle travel to and from the game.

Green Power
The Padres are purchasing an estimated 41,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of green energy to power the game. Green Mountain is providing Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) from a California solar project to offset the estimated electricity for Saturday’s game.

Carbon Offsets
In addition, the Padres will offset nearly 210,000 pounds of carbon dioxide vehicle emissions associated with fans driving to and from the game. Green Mountain is providing carbon offsets from the Van Eck Forest Project in Humboldt County, California. The vehicle emissions are based on the Padres’ estimations of fan attendance and average fan mileage to and from the game.

By offsetting the electricity usage for the game and the vehicles emissions, the Padres are avoiding approximately 238,000 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions. That equates to taking roughly 1,100 cars off the road for a week.

“Green Mountain Energy Company is pleased to partner with the San Diego Padres to help make Saturday’s game greener,” said Scott Hart, President of Commercial Services, Green Mountain Energy Company. “The Padres’ commitment to renewable energy and carbon offsets promotes clean air and a healthy environment. They are leading by example and we hope more organizations will choose to follow their lead.”

Renewable energy facilities generate renewable energy certificates (RECs) when they produce electricity. Purchasing these certificates is a widely accepted way to address the greenhouse gas emissions of electricity consumption. Purchasing RECs in the same quantity as the Padres’ estimated electricity consumption ensures that the amount of energy used by the baseball team is added to the power grid from renewable sources and supports the further development of these projects.

In addition to offsetting electricity usage and fans’ vehicle emissions on Saturday, the Padres will offer fans the opportunity to recycle old cell phones and iPods through ecoATM. Before the game, fans will also have the chance to visit the “Go Green Village,” an educational expo featuring local environmental organizations and vendors. The annual “Padres Go Green” event is an extension of the organization’s year-round efforts to make PETCO Park as environmentally friendly as possible. Those efforts include recycling cooking oil, diverting food waste, grass clippings and coffee grinds for composting and printing the official Padres game-day program on recycled paper, using soy-based ink. The Padres’ environmental efforts have been recognized by several organizations. Most recently, PETCO Park won the 2010 City of San Diego Environmental Services Department’s Recycler of the Year award.

Green Mountain Energy Company
Green Mountain, the nation’s leading competitive retail provider of cleaner energy and carbon offset solutions, was founded in 1997 “to change the way power is made.” The company is the longest serving green power marketer in the U. S. and in 2009 was ranked the “Highest in Business Customer Satisfaction with Retail Electric Service” by J. D. Power and Associates1. Green Mountain offers consumers and businesses the choice of clean electricity products from renewable sources such as wind and water, as well as a variety of carbon offset products. Green Mountain customers have collectively helped avoid over 11.3 billion pounds of CO2 emissions. For more information, visit GreenMountain. com.

1Green Mountain Energy Company received the highest numerical score among business electric service retailers in Texas in the proprietary J. D. Power and Associates 2009 Texas Business Retail Electric Provider Satisfaction StudySM. Study based on responses from 2,231 businesses measuring 7 retailers and measures opinions of businesses with their electric service provider. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed May-June and September-October 2009. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower. com.

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Eye on FDA Launches New YouTube Channel to Aggregate Healthcare Videos

2011-03-24T00:49:00.000-07:00

Eye on FDA Launches New YouTube Channel to Aggregate Healthcare Videos

Eye on FDA, a specialty blog written by Mark Senak, Senior Vice President at Fleishman-Hillard in Washington, D. C., launches a new YouTube channel. The Eye on FDA YouTube channel will aggregate healthcare videos in various subject areas, with a concentration on oncology, diabetes and HIV, in one, easily-accessible place.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) August 27, 2008

This week Eye on FDA (http://www. eyeonfda. com/), a specialty blog written by Mark Senak, Senior Vice President at Fleishman-Hillard in Washington, D. C., launched a new YouTube channel to aggregate healthcare videos in various subject areas on a single site.

The Eye on FDA YouTube channel (http://www. youtube. com/user/eyeonfda) is accessible by going directly to YouTube or can be accessed at the Eye on FDA site in a sidebar containing direct links to the various playlists.

The Eye on FDA YouTube channel features playlists that are disease-specific in oncology, diabetes and HIV, with plans to expand to other disease and chronic conditions. The site also aggregates videos on public health, including various videos produced by the government, as well as FDA videos that are product-specific announcements. In addition, investors will be able to access an aggregation of videos on finance matters produced by Bloomberg, theStreet. com and other financial resources.

The Eye on FDA YouTube channel added to the Web site expands the Eye on FDA offering of daily blog postings and daily twitter updates (http://twitter. com/eyeonfda) to offer an integrated strategic approach to engage the growing sector of digital followers with healthcare and pharmaceutical interests.

Mark Senak's Eye On FDA

'Eye on FDA' has a diverse 'readership', including national media, government officials, patient groups, law firms, stock analysts and pharmaceutical companies themselves.

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LaVoie Group Secures Financing to Support Growth in Life Science Communications; Expands Staff and Office in Salem, MA

2011-03-21T19:49:00.000-07:00

LaVoie Group Secures Financing to Support Growth in Life Science Communications; Expands Staff and Office in Salem, MA

LaVoie Group, a life science focused strategic communications firm, announced today that it has secured financing to support its growth with the help of Salem Five and the US Small Business Administration (SBA). The life science communications firm is expected to post 30 percent year-over-year revenue growth in 2008.

Salem, MA (PRWEB) December 11, 2008

LaVoie Group, a life science focused strategic communications firm, announced today that it has secured financing to support its growth with the help of Salem Five and the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The life science communications firm is expected to post 30 percent year-over-year revenue growth in 2008.

The financing supports additional corporate communications, public and investor relations staff and office expansion in historic Salem, MA, at Derby Square, with the addition of 2,200 square feet of office space. The total office space for the creative communications agency is now 3,800 square feet.

"The North Shore of Boston is known for its creative clusters, and Salem is ranked in the North Shore's top three cities for highest number of creative establishments. We are delighted to expand our staff and infrastructure in Salem, given its historic culture and strong business support from local organizations like the Enterprise Center at Salem State College," stated Donna L. LaVoie, President and Chief Executive Officer of the agency.

"With the close proximity to the North Shore's expanding life science presence and, with many more life science companies moving to the suburbs of Boston, it was a natural decision to locate here. Many of our clients, which are located outside of the area, appreciate the opportunity to visit us in historic Salem - where they can meet with us on location, visit many of the restaurants and attend cultural events at the same time."

LaVoie Group noted that the agency is building a creative environment - one in which employees and clients alike can collaborate. This environment makes the team extremely productive in assisting its life science clients to attract capital, reach corporate partners and build companies through integrated communications programs.

About LaVoie Group, Inc.:
LaVoie Group provides senior-level strategic counsel and tactical implementation of public, investor and corporate communications programs designed to properly position, create visibility and drive value for each client. We help our life science companies attract capital, reach corporate partners, generate revenue and build their companies through integrated communications programs. Our clients range from privately held start-ups to industry leaders in life sciences. LaVoie Group is ranked by O'Dwyer's PR Report as one of the leading independent healthcare PR firms in the US. For more information, please visit http://www. lavoiegroup. com.

Contact
Donna L. LaVoie
President & CEO
LaVoie Group
978-745-4200 X103
Http://www. lavoiegroup. com

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WiredRed's e/pop Web and Video Conferencing Features Unparalleled High-Quality Multipoint Audio

2011-03-20T14:36:00.000-07:00

WiredRed's e/pop Web and Video Conferencing Features Unparalleled High-Quality Multipoint Audio

New enhanced VoIP audio sounds better than the phone and enables organizations to entirely eliminate teleconference expenses.

San Diego, California (PRWEB) December 5, 2006

WiredRed®, a technology leader in real-time communications, today announced that e/pop® Web and Video Conferencing now offers enhanced audio capabilities. Most teleconference services charge per line and per minute.

However, the enhanced audio feature in e/pop allows multiple individuals attending a web and video conference to interact and see and talk to each other as if they were in the same room without incurring the additional expense for a long distance phone call. IP-based e/pop Web and Video Conferencing runs on a standard Windows PC and works with almost any USB or analog headset from vendors such as Altec Lansing (www. alteclansing. com), Labtec (www. labtec. com), Plantronics (www. plantronics. com), and Sennheiser GmBH (www. sennheiser. com); and with high-quality conference room microphones from ClearOne (www. clearone. com), WideBand Solutions (www. widebandsolutions. com), and many others. These off-the-shelf PC audio devices are readily available worldwide.

E/pop's built-in configuration wizard simplifies and automates the process of setting up and configuring a Windows PC headset, which takes just a few minutes and does not require assistance from an IT administrator.

"With e/pop, you are able to provide your entire organization with high-quality audio for meetings with customers, vendors and employees that are located on the other side of the world at no added expense," explains WiredRed's CEO Steven Peltier. "There is no need to pay monthly teleconferencing bills when you have a full-featured conferencing solution such as e/pop with VoIP, video, desktop and application sharing and more."

Separately, WiredRed recently announced support for Microsoft ISA and Squid proxy servers, thus increasing the Company's lead in getting business users connected over the Internet. The resulting increase in connection success rate and support for more audio devices makes it easy for customers to take advantage of e/pop, and the Internet, to bring employees, customers and partners together for recurring meetings.

About WiredRed

WiredRed Software is a technology leader in real-time communications. The Company's secure, multipoint routing technology powers its e/pop product line, which includes multiparty video conferencing, web conferencing and secure IM software. All e/pop products are designed to provide busy, security-conscious IT staff in business, government and education with fast and easy to maintain solutions compatible with their existing networks.

More than 3,500 commercial and government customers are using e/pop software. Customer installations include ADP, Florida Rock, Tindall Corporation, D. H. Pace, Mercury Insurance, Baker & McKenzie, Merrill Lynch, The Members Group, Scottrade and Wells Fargo. e/pop has also been deployed throughout hundreds of schools, as well as local, state and federal government agencies including the U. S. Army, U. S. National Guard, Bureau of Land Management, National Institute of Health, Department of the Interior, and State of California, Health Services. The company licenses its software to corporate and government IT organizations and a growing network of business partners.

For more information, visit the WiredRed web site at http://www. wiredred. com (http://www. wiredred. com), or contact the company directly at +1-858-715-0970.

E/pop and WiredRed are registered trademarks of WiredRed Software.

All other marks are property of their respective owners.

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International Aid Organizations Preparing to Respond in Iraq

2011-03-19T14:40:00.000-07:00

International Aid Organizations Preparing to Respond in Iraq.

International aid organizations such as American Refugee Committee, Mercy Corps, International Rescue Committee and others are preparing for aid efforts to Iraq. Many organizations are seeking relief and healthcare workers to assist in these efforts.

(PRWEB) April 10, 2003

Anticipating a large scale humanitarian crisis in Iraq, international aid organizations around the world are preparing to respond to the needs of the Iraqi people. Organizations such as Save the Children, World Vision, the United Nations, CARE, American Refugee Committee, International Rescue Committee and Mercy Corps are seeking individuals to assist in these efforts.

The following organizations are currently seeking candidates:

American Refugee Committee

Water & Sanitation Specialist - Kuwait

Security Manager - Kuwait

Administration & Finance Officer - Kuwait

Public Health Specialist - Kuwait

International Rescue Committee

Team Leader/Logistics Manager - Iraq

Finance Controller - Iraq

Mercy Corps

Country Director - Iraq

Emergency Program Officer - Iraq

Community Mobilization Manager - Iraq

Shelter Project Manager - Iraq

Finance Manager - Iraq

CDM

Engineers & Technical Specialists - Middle East

The Carlyle Corporation, publishers of International Career Employment Weekly, and Public Health Jobs Worldwide, has been a valuable resource to aid organizations and job seekers for over 10 years. Our goal is to provide up-to-date information on employment and volunteer efforts around the world.

Please contact us for more information on how we can help your organization find the right person for the job. To view these jobs and others, visit our website at: www. internationaljobs. org and www. jobspublichealth. com, or for a free sample call 800-291-4618 or 434-985-6444; or write to Carlyle Corporation, 1088 Middle River Road, Stanardsville, VA 22973.

Experts Express Confidence in the Safety of Genetically Modified Foods

2011-03-19T12:53:00.000-07:00

Experts Express Confidence in the Safety of Genetically Modified Foods

Proven 10-year history of safe use supports conclusion the regulatory process has been successful.

St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) June 4, 2007

More thoroughly studied, regulated and understood than any crop or food in history, genetically modified foods and crops are recognized by experts and regulatory authorities worldwide as being as safe as crops and foods produced through traditional methods. In fact, experts estimate more than 1 trillion meals containing ingredients from biotech crops have been consumed over the last decade with no reliable documentation of any food safety issues for people or animals.

"As a scientist working with biotechnology, I know the scientific side - all the advantages and possibilities," says Dr. Luciana Di Ciero, a plant pathologist at the University of São Paulo in Brazil who has carefully evaluated the pros and cons of genetic engineering (http://www. monsanto. com/biotech-gmo/asp/experts. asp? id=LucianaDiCiero). "As a mother, I can say that I feel very safe with biotechnology. ... I have great faith in this technology."

Dr. Di Ciero is one of eight renowned experts and three farmers worldwide who discuss the safety of genetically modified foods and crops (http://www. monsanto. com/biotech-gmo/asp/topic. asp? id=SafetyGeneticallyModifiedFoods) in a new video and podcast available on the Conversations about Plant Biotechnology Web site at http://www. monsanto. com/biotech-gmo (http://www. monsanto. com/biotech-gmo). The video captures their confidence in the process used to ensure the safe development of genetically modified crops and the safety of genetically engineered food.

"The EPA, and the USDA, and the Food and Drug Administration have a very precise protocol through which a scientist or a private company needs to go to assure safety," describes Dr. Roger Beachy, a plant pathologist and president of the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center in the United States. "The degree of scrutiny that each variety will receive is enormous."

The experts featured in the video are a representation of the more than 25 Nobel Prize winners and 3,400 prominent scientists that have expressed their support for the advantages of genetically modified foods and crops as a "powerful and safe" way to improve agriculture and the environment. Numerous international organizations also have endorsed the health and environmental safety of genetically modified crops, including the Royal Society (UK), National Academy of Sciences (USA), the World Health Organization, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the European Commission, the French Academy of Medicine, and the American Medical Association.

"Every minute that we sit here, 10 preschool children will die from hunger and malnutrition. … If you add that up on an annual basis, it's about six million preschool kids who die unnecessarily. … That's not reversible," comments Dr. Per Pinstrup-Andersen, an agricultural economist and H. E. Babcock Professor of Food, Nutrition and Public Policy at Cornell University. "So, we have to compare the benefits with the risks. And even if there were some risks - and we haven't found any yet - … they would have to be compared to the benefit of taking that risk."

In addition to this video on the safety of genetically modified foods, visitors to the Conversations about Plant Biotechnology Web site can view videos about the documented benefits of agricultural biotechnology (http://www. monsanto. com/biotech-gmo/asp/topic. asp) and view individual conversations with approximately 10 experts and more than 30 farmers who discuss their experiences with the technology.

Conversations about Plant Biotechnology is designed to give a voice and a face to the farmers and families who grow GM crops (http://www. monsanto. com/biotech-gmo/asp/country. asp) and the experts who research and study the benefits of biotechnology in agriculture (http://www. monsanto. com/biotech-gmo/asp/experts. asp). The Web site contains nearly 60 two - to three-minute, extremely candid, straightforward and compelling video segments with the people who know the technology best. The Web site is hosted by Monsanto Company -- a leading global provider of technology-based solutions and agricultural products that improve farm productivity and food quality.

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Parents Fight Back! Chasing Head Lice with Chemicals is a Losing Proposition for Everyone, ...but the Lice

2011-03-19T08:48:00.000-07:00

Parents Fight Back! Chasing Head Lice with Chemicals is a Losing Proposition for Everyone, ...but the Lice.

Industry sponsored guidelines developed in 2000 to promote sales of pesticide treatments for head lice continue to be used as the basis of allowing lice infested children to remain in the classroom. Parents across the country are fighting back!

(PRWEB) March 28, 2005

Parents across the country continue to fight back as No Nit Policies are denied in order to allow lice infested children to remain in the classroom. The National Pediculosis Association (NPA) urges everyone in the circle of responsibility for children to do their homework before abandoning their prevention protocols.

The NPA's No Nit Policy recommends a public health approach to controlling head lice and is available for review at www. headlice. org. The NPAÂs policy advocates a proactive approach -- informing communities about pediculosis in advance of outbreaks and providing pertinent information to enable parents to safely control head lice and send their children to school lice and nit free.

As it is today, many schools are switching to a reactive stance, refusing to dismiss infested children, hoping to control head lice outbreaks with pesticide shampoos which are not only potentially harmful to the children, but contain chemicals to which the lice are solidly resistant.

Michelle Veres, a concerned parent in Florida, has started a petition drive (www. headlice. org/news/2005/brevardcty. htm (http://www. headlice. org/news/2005/brevardcty. htm)) to reinstate their No Nit Policy and is exposing the history of how product-marketing gambits dictate school policy. She says: ÂItÂs appalling that the school board says that as long as a child has been treated with a pesticide they can return to school with nits in their hair. Lice are communicable and their eggs keep the cycle of infestation going. DonÂt show me some bogus study done by someone funded by a pediculicide company that says the nits arenÂt likely to hatch after treatment.Â

Over eighty-six percent of more than 1000 people who responded to an NPA poll posted on www. headlice. org agree that children should not be in school with lice and nits. NPA reports that parents do not expect miracles, but they do expect schools to do the best they can.

J. Lytel, a Sudbury, Massachusetts parent has been helping to get the word out. She wants parents to know in advance that ÂProducts provide a false sense of security and do not eliminate the problem.Â She says, "Dependence on them can prolong outbreaks in a classroom by allowing infested children to return and infest their peers."

Chasing lice with chemicals is a losing proposition for everyone but the lice. The NPA encourages routine screening, early detection and manual removal of all lice and nits as the safest, most practical and realistic method for taking control of the head louse, a blood-obligate human parasite.

For more information and a complimentary Critter Card to help you identify lice and nits visit www. headlice. org.

The NPA is a non-profit organization serving the public since 1983. The number one website on head lice issues, www. headlice. org is strictly independent and offers parents and health professionals helpful resources on this important public health problem.

You will find everything from a national reporting registry -- to a photo gallery of lice and nits -- to e-cards -- to fun games for children to play during nit removal sessions plus a child friendly (designed by kids) section for kids to learn. Headlice. org also offers a helpful variety of free information downloads for community education and outreach.

"Because it's not about lice, it's about kids."

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R. C. Olmstead Signs with HSA Clearing Corp to Enhance HSA Program

2011-03-18T05:01:00.000-07:00

R. C. Olmstead Signs with HSA Clearing Corp to Enhance HSA Program

"We are happy to be working with R. C. Olmstead's credit unions to provide them with the tools they need to offer a complete HSA program. Education is the key to offering a successful HSA program and that is what we bring to the table", said Tim Morales President of HSA Clearing Corp. "Our clients both large and small are opening and rolling over Health Savings Accounts as their employer groups and individuals are finding out that they have a choice where they can open their HSA."

Lake Geneva, WI (PRWEB) October 6, 2008

R. C. Olmstead, a leading core processor to credit unions across the country for over 30 years, has signed with HSA Clearing Corp to offer its educational and marketing and customer service components to credit unions offering Health Savings Accounts to their members.

"R. C. Olmstead recently added the back office solution to our core product to handle Health Savings Accounts", said Tom Leib, Director of Sales and Marketing for R. C Olmstead. "We really want our credit unions to be truly successful in developing their HSA programs and to do so they need to add the additional HSA tools offered by HSA Clearing Corp. We are excited to be able to work with Roy Ramthun and his team at HSA Clearing Corp. No one in the country provides the knowledge of the HSA program that they offer."

Once the credit union contracts with HSA Clearing Corp, they will provide each credit union with a complete branded HSA website, all HSA forms, marketing assistance and training for the credit unions staff. Members will receive access to Roy Ramthun's e-book The Common Sense Guide to Health Savings Accounts.

R. C. Olmstead was established 30 years ago and is headquartered in Dublin, Ohio. R. C. Olmstead provides the premier data processing system used in the credit union industry today. Their clients range in size from small credit unions situated in a corner of a factory to large associations with multiple branches. They vary in asset size from $1 million to more than $250 million, serving a wide range of credit union communities.

HSA Clearing Corp offers turnkey solutions for financial institutions nationwide to initiate and administrate Health Savings Accounts. For more information on their HSA program, or the other benefits of using HSA Clearing Corp, please call 262-348-1300 or visit the website at www. hsaclearing. com.

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Singapore Offers Heart Patients Minimally Invasive Robot Assisted Surgeries

2011-03-17T23:56:00.000-07:00

Singapore Offers Heart Patients Minimally Invasive Robot Assisted Surgeries

Many centers globally have given up their robotic programs because of time and cost considerations, but looking to the future, the doctors believe this will become the new standard of care for heart patients.

Singapore (PRWEB) April 7, 2009

Singapore's National Heart Centre (http://www. nhc. com. sg/) (NHC) is one of a few centers in Asia that performs complicated mitral valve repairs with the aid of advanced robotic systems such as da Vinci.

"Our robotic assisted minimally invasive cardiothoracic surgery (http://www. singaporemedicine. com/leadingmedhub/leadingmedhub1.asp) (RAMICS) program offers patients an alternative to conventional open heart surgery, which is the traditional way of treating mitral valve disease (http://www. singaporemedicine. com/intl_pts_guide/preparation. asp)," explains Dr Chua Yeow Leng, a Senior Consultant for Cardiothoracic Surgery at NHC.

The heart - the body's most hardworking muscle - is fast becoming a global problem. According to Dr Chua, heart disease is a very common affliction and can involve the muscles, valves or vessels.

"Today, we are looking for fast-track recovery from heart surgeries and that's where robotics present a distinct advantage," he says.

At present, da Vinci offers the most effective and least invasive treatment option available. Surgeons operate through tiny openings in the chest, eliminating the need for sternotomy - a large incision through the breastbone or sternum.

This form of surgery offers many benefits compared to open-chest procedures.

"Open heart surgeries usually require an opening of about 15cm. Comparatively, with robotics, we need a much smaller opening, about 4cm on the right side of the body. The ribcage is not disturbed at all," says Dr Chua, who has performed about a half dozen cases of robot-assisted valve repair so far. All his patients have since fully recovered.

NHC performs about 120 isolated valve surgeries (http://www. singaporemedicine. com/healthcaredest/healthcaredest1.asp) a year, of which two thirds are mitral valve repairs, both traditional and minimally invasive. Its mortality rate was only 1.92 percent, well below the international STS benchmark of 6 percent for mitral valve surgeries.

Of the benefits of robotic cardiothoracic surgery (http://www. singaporemedicine. com/healthcaredest/sg. asp), two items stand out.

"Recovery time is a big plus. Conventionally, a person who has to engage in physical labor can only return to work after three months. Now, with robotics, the same person can be fit for work within a month, and there will be much less pain and scarring," explains Dr Chua.

By keeping the breastbone intact, robotics also reduces the chance for post-surgical complications, such as infection of the chest wall.

The minimal invasive method of heart surgery can also be applied to other heart and thoracic conditions. NHC has performed robotic-assisted operations including coronary artery bypass grafting, closure of congenital heart defects and excision of chest tumors.

The procedure:
The surgeon sits in a console equipped with controls that direct robotic arms to perform the surgery. The four robotic arms are essentially an extension of the surgeon's own hands.

A tiny camera attached to a robotic arm gives the surgeon a very detailed, three-dimensional view of the operating space inside the chest.

"The robotic arms are very agile with seven degrees of motion which mimicks the full dexterity of the surgeon's hands and it eliminates hand tremors as well," says Dr Chua.

Expertise is important for robotic surgery, however, as there is a steep learning curve associated with minimally invasive procedures.

"Many centers globally have given up their robotic programs because of time and cost considerations, but looking to the future, we believe this will become the new standard of care for heart patients."

Since the robotic systems are partially funded by the Singapore government, costs here have been kept to a minimum.

"The additional cost items for robotic surgeries are disposables such as tubing and instruments. A minimally invasive procedure here will cost about S$35,000 (US$25,000)," says Dr Chua.

In the U. S., a comparable operation will cost about twice as much.

About National Heart Centre:
National Heart Centre (NHC) of Singapore is the national referral center for cardiovascular disease in Singapore. It provides comprehensive preventive, diagnostic, therapeutic and rehabilitative cardiac services to local and overseas patients.

NHC has more than 9,000 inpatient admissions annually. Its multi-disciplinary team of surgeons carries out approximately 80,000 outpatient consultations, 75,000 cardiac investigative procedures and over 1,700 operations each year. The Centre is also the first heart hospital outside USA and in Asia to be accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI) in 2005. For more information, visit http://www. nhc. com. sg/ (http://www. nhc. com. sg/).

About SingaporeMedicine:
Launched in 2003, SingaporeMedicine is a multi-agency government-industry partnership committed to strengthening Singapore's position as Asia's leading medical hub and international health care destination (http://www. singaporemedicine. com/). Led by the Ministry of Health of Singapore, SingaporeMedicine is supported by three government agencies: the Economic Development Board, which develops industry capabilities, the International Enterprise Singapore, which fosters regionalism by Singapore-based health care players, and the Singapore Tourism Board, which markets Singapore as a healthcare destination to inbound international patients and develops associated people-oriented services. Visit http://www. singaporemedicine. com/ (http://www. singaporemedicine. com/) for more information.

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FOX Systems Relies on Robust Neocase Software's Solutions for National Call Center

2011-03-17T08:48:00.000-07:00

FOX Systems Relies on Robust Neocase Software's Solutions for National Call Center

Solution provider to healthcare industry chooses Neocase's Customer Service platform due to lower Total Cost of Ownership and strong functionality.

San Francisco, Calif. (PRWEB) December 4, 2008

Neocase Software, a leading provider of customer service solutions for shared service centers and customer support operations, announced today that its customer service solution was chosen and implemented by FOX Systems, a recognized leader in providing high quality technical and management consulting services to public and private healthcare organizations. FOX Systems selected Neocase for its strong functionality, lower total cost of ownership, ease of implementation, and scalability.

In order to win a shared services contract with the U. S. Government, FOX Systems had to establish a fully operational call center, including personnel and technology infrastructure, within a short period of time. The call center had to be able to handle more than 6,000 calls per day on contracts pertaining to Medicaid and Medicare services. Neocase's integrated customer service platform, Neocase CS, was able to meet all business, technical and timeline requirements at lower costs while still offering strong functionality and reliability.

Working with Neocase's Technology Services team, FOX Systems implemented the Neocase platform for 150 Agents in its Fargo, N. D., based call center within a budget of 40 man-days. The solution includes robust case management functionality, and will leverage the integrated knowledge base features moving forward. Neocase also supported strict privacy compliance requirements set by the U. S. government.

"Neocase has helped us improve our service to the federal government by exceeding in delivery time and solution requirements," says Mark K. Shishida, CEO of FOX Systems. "FOX Systems has been extremely satisfied with the ease of implementation and advanced functionality delivered by Neocase's customer service platform," said Manny Mkrtichian, Chief Technology Officer of FOX Systems.

CTO Mkrtichian added, "…in partnering with Don Bruns, Director of FOX Systems Business Services Group, we decided to choose Neocase's solution for its lower total costs of ownership in comparison to other solutions, as well as the company's solid commitment to delivering a faster ROI."

"The implementation at FOX Systems proves that Neocase can offer a superior solution at lower costs while still meeting scalability requirements of over one million cases per year," stated Julien Dahan, CEO of Neocase Software. "FOX's selection of Neocase is indicative of the universal benefits companies in the healthcare and government sectors can realize through the combination of our customer service, knowledge management and self-service offerings. We're pleased to work with an industry leader like FOX Systems to help them focus on delivering the highest quality of personalized customer care for each and every case that comes through the system."

To learn more about Neocase Customer Service solutions, please visit our website at: www. neocasesoftware. com.

Neocase Software is a leading provider of customer service solutions for shared service centers and customer support operations. It empowers large global corporations to manage and optimize their shared service and support operations performance and processes through its uniquely adaptive and award-winning customer service technology platform. Neocase Software solutions include Neocase HR for Human Capital Resource Management, Neocase CS for Customer Service, Neocase CRM for Customer Relationship Management, and Neocase FR for Financial Resolution. All solutions can be deployed on-premise or in a SaaS model. With more than 200 clients worldwide, representative customers include Air France, Renault-Nissan, L'Oreal, Brinks, Toshiba, Callidus Software, FOX Systems, and IDS.

For more information, please contact:
Joerg Koehler
Director of Marketing
Neocase Software
Tel.: 415.978.5159

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Consumers Want to Save Money: Foot Care Sales Stimulated by Online Coupons, Says Xenna CEO

2011-03-11T20:45:00.000-08:00

Consumers Want to Save Money: Foot Care Sales Stimulated by Online Coupons, Says Xenna CEO

When the market is in a downturn, consumers become much more responsive to special promotions such as discount coupons and rebates. Xenna Corporation (www. xenna. com) CEO Carol J. Buck says the company has responded to those concerns by making online rebate coupons available for its foot care products, sold throughout the U. S. in chain drugstores and mass retailers, including Walmart®, Walgreens®, TARGET®, Rite Aid® and CVS®.

Princeton, NJ (PRWEB) December 24, 2008

Buck says, "Big retailers are aggressively pursuing discount promotions of all types, particularly coupons. If there's one thing that consumers respond to, it's the word 'discount,' because people are more concerned than ever about meeting their needs while making every dollar go as far as it can."

A leader in natural, diabetic-friendly foot care, Xenna distributes NonyX® Nail Gel and CalleX® Dry Heel Ointment nationwide. In addition to offering rebate coupons, all Xenna products are 100% money-back guaranteed.

NonyX® Nail Gel (www. nonyx. com) is formulated to address the problem of ugly yellow, thick or discolored toenails. NonyX Gel breaks down keratin debris, the discolored, yellow or thick granular buildup under nails that causes them to become discolored and unattractive.

NonyX Gel softens keratin debris using natural ethanoic acid, which permits it to be gradually scraped out with a manicure tool, beginning after about four weeks. Once keratin debris is removed, nails can gradually reattach to the nail bed and look clear again.

NonyX Nail Gel is a leader in dollar sales in chain drug and mass retail outlets. Regular use of NonyX Nail Gel keeps nails free of keratin debris buildup, leaving them clear and healthy-looking.

Xenna believes that in today's economy rebates have an exceptionally high value relative to the cost of the item. Consumers can print out $4 NonyX Nail Gel rebate coupons at http://www. xenna. com/xenna_coupons. html (http://www. xenna. com/xenna_coupons. html).

For unsightly heels or soles, Xenna's CalleX® Ointment for Dry, Cracked Feet (www. callexointment. com), is a fast-acting salve which softens and exfoliates dry, rough heels and soles.

Used by podiatrists, patented CalleX Ointment is free of potentially irritating acids and gently exfoliates with natural enzymes (subtilisin and aminopeptidase) while its purified hydrating base seals in moisture, keeping feet smooth and supple. With daily use, baby-soft feet are achieved within 2 to 4 weeks. Downloads for the CalleX Ointment $3 rebate coupon are available at http://www. xenna. com/xenna_coupons. html (http://www. xenna. com/xenna_coupons. html).

Xenna website was designed to be the primary source for product education as well as giving added value to customers. "We make sure that the retailers' names are posted next to the coupons, so that buyers can have everything conveniently printed on one page as they head to the stores - it's all about providing value and convenience today," concludes Buck.

To view before and after photos of NonyX Nail Gel and CalleX Ointment, go to www. xenna. com.

NonyX Nail Gel is sold in the FOOT CARE section of Walgreens, Rite Aid, CVS, Wal-Mart, Meijer, TARGET, Snyders, Longs, Duane Reade, Giant Eagle, HEB, Kerr Drug, Bruno's, ShopKo, Hannaford, Duane Reade, many grocery stores in the Southeast and most Medicine Shoppe pharmacies.

CalleX Dry Heel Ointment is also sold in the FOOT CARE section at Walgreens, Rite-Aid, CVS, Wal-Mart, TARGET, Snyders, Longs, Duane Reade, Giant Eagle, HEB, Kerr Drug, BI-LO, Bruno's, many grocery stores in the Southeast and most Medicine Shoppe pharmacies.

Both brands are also available to purchase online at www. xenna. com.

Xenna Corporation is a privately-held, woman-owned company based in Princeton, NJ which develops and distributes natural personal care products for skin, hair and nails. To contact them call 800-368-6003 (business hours, Mon-Friday Eastern Time). View their press page at http://www. xenna. com/info_pressreleases. html (http://www. xenna. com/info_pressreleases. html)

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Merrimack Pharmaceuticals Initiates Enrollment in Phase 1/2 Combination Study of MM-121 and Tarceva in Patients with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

2011-03-11T13:07:00.000-08:00

Merrimack Pharmaceuticals Initiates Enrollment in Phase 1/2 Combination Study of MM-121 and Tarceva in Patients with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

MM-121, Merrimack’s lead oncology therapeutic candidate, is an antibody designed to block signaling of ErbB3. This is the first of multiple trials that Merrimack and sanofi-aventis expect to initiate in 2010 as part of a broad Phase 2 clinical development program for MM-121.

Cambridge, Mass. (PRWEB) February 22, 2010

Merrimack Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today that the first patient has received an initial dose in a Phase 1/2 clinical study combining MM-121 with Tarceva® (erlotinib) in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). This is the first of multiple trials that Merrimack and sanofi-aventis expect to initiate in 2010 as part of a broad Phase 2 clinical development program for MM-121.

MM-121 (http://merrimackpharma. com/pipeline/mm121.html), Merrimack’s lead oncology therapeutic candidate, is an antibody designed to block signaling of ErbB3. Erlotinib is a small molecule targeting the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR).

“Our Network Biology analysis of cancer cells indicates that tumors often become resistant to EGFR-targeted therapies by compensating for tumor growth restriction through the ErbB3 (http://merrimackpharma. com/rd/ErbB3.html) receptor,” stated Clet Niyikiza, Ph. D., Senior Vice President of Development at Merrimack. “We believe that this discovery, which has since been confirmed by leading academic laboratories, indicates that MM-121 in combination with Tarceva® could be a powerful treatment for lung cancer patients who no longer respond to EGFR treatment alone.”

The Phase 1/2 study will initially evaluate the human safety and pharmacokinetics (PK) of MM-121 in combination with erlotinib, establish a safe combination regimen, and then investigate the regimen’s efficacy in the NSCLC patient population. Enrollment of the trial is underway at Horizon Oncology Center in Indiana. Several additional sites are expected to participate in the Phase 1/2 trial.

MM-121 is a monoclonal antibody designed to block signaling of the ErbB3 receptor. ErbB3 is a member of the ErbB family consisting of 4 different receptors, EGFR (aka ErbB1), ErbB2 (Her2), ErbB3 (Her3) and ErbB4 (Her4). These receptors play a critical role in cancer signaling. MM-121 was the first engineered antibody that emerged from Merrimack’s Network Biology (http://merrimackpharma. com/rd/networkBiology. html) platform as well as the first selective ErbB3 antagonist to enter human clinical development. A Phase 1 dose escalation trial testing the safety and pharmacokinetics of MM-121 is ongoing at three sites in the US. Preclinical data exhibiting MM-121s impact on multiple cancer models, including the combination with eroltinib, were presented at the annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research and the World Lung Cancer Conference in 2009.

Merrimack has developed a broad intellectual property position around MM-121. This portfolio includes U. S. and international patent filings relating to compositions of matter and methods of use as well as licensed patents and pending patent applications, trade secrets and proprietary know-how. Merrimack and sanofi-aventis entered into an exclusive, global collaboration and licensing agreement for MM-121 in 2009.

About Merrimack
Merrimack is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery and development of novel medicines for the treatment of cancer and inflammation. The Company is advancing a robust pipeline of engineered therapeutics paired with molecular diagnostics. Merrimack’s first two oncology candidates, MM-121, partnered with sanofi-aventis, and MM-111, are in Phase 1 clinical testing with multiple pre-clinical development and research stage programs in the pipeline. MM-121 and MM-111 are investigational drugs and have not been approved by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration or any international regulatory agency. The Company’s proprietary Network Biology discovery platform, developed with the help of leading scientists from MIT and Harvard, integrates the fields of engineering, biology, and computing to enable mechanism-based, model driven discovery and development of both therapeutics and diagnostics. Merrimack is a privately-held company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. For additional information, please visit http://www. merrimackpharma. com (http://www. merrimackpharma. com).

Tarceva® is marketed by Genentech and OSI Pharmaceuticals. Tarceva® and its logo mark are trademarks of OSI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

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RDC Technologies Signs Reseller Agreement with 3-SOFT

2011-03-11T06:57:00.000-08:00

RDC Technologies Signs Reseller Agreement with 3-SOFT

(PRWEB) December 14, 2002

Amos, Quebec, December XX - 2002 Â RDC Technologies Inc.Âprovider of the industryÂs first completely secure, unified communications and office productivity software solutionÂsigns an agreement with 3-SOFT, CanadaÂs leading software reseller. Under the terms of the agreement, 3-SOFT will promote, resell and distribute RDC TechnologiesÂ Com4IP software in Canada. This announcement is in keeping with RDCÂs strategy to aggressively pursue new opportunities for expanding its sales and distribution channel across Canada.

ÂWe chose 3-SOFT because of its network of relationships with high-level IT and business professionals, as well as its extensive experience in providing software solutions,Â said Jean-Claude PÃ©rigny, RDC TechnologiesÂ CEO. Â3-SOFT is certainly recognized by the Canadian reseller community as one of the best suppliers of leading software, as well as a value-added provider of consulting and training services. This agreement will be instrumental in helping us expand our sales initiatives within the Canadian market.Â

ÂWeÂre very impressed with the simplicity and security provided with RDCÂs Com4IP unified communications software,Â said Patrick CÃ´tÃ©, General Manager at 3-SOFT. ÂWe believe that Com4IP will present a tremendous sales potential to further penetrate the SME market niche with a product that can deliver a solid advantage over competitive offerings.Â

About Com4IP

Com4IP is the industryÂs first completely secure, unified communications and office productivity software solution. It is the only unified communications solution that provides automatic and completely transparent encryption/compression of documents, e-mails, voice mail and Instant MessagesÂover IPÂwithin a highly secure 448-bits environment. In addition, Com4IP enables companies with multiple branch offices to reduce or eliminate inter-branch communications costs with VoIP and a Fax LCR feature over the corporate LAN, while integrating these communications applications with office productivity tools such as scan to e-mail-fax-or-printer, group e-calendar, photocopying, and contact database managementÂall under a single, user-friendly interface. Com4IP can be used by companies with as little as 5 users, or up to 250 users.

About 3-SOFT

3-SOFT, CanadaÂs SOFTWARE SERVICES leader, specializes in the deployment of Microsoft technologies and in B2B software sales and related professional services: from acquisition through to deployment, recruitment of technical staff, certified training, Managed Services and technical support. 3-SOFTÂs customers include medium-sized and large corporate enterprises in Ontario and Quebec, as well as federal and provincial government departments, education, and healthcare agencies. For more information, visit the web site www.3-soft. com.

About RDC Technologies Inc.

Founded in 1999, RDC Technologies Inc. develops and markets secure unified communications and office productivity software solutions that address the needs of small-to-medium size enterprises (SMEs). A spin-off of CIA Group, the company is dedicated to providing solutions that secure and simplify corporate-wide communications while maximizing employee productivity and reducing costs. Com4IP is the only unified communications solution that provides automatic and completely transparent encryption/compression of documents, e-mails, voice mail and Instant MessagesÂover IPÂwithin a highly secure 448-bits environment. Headquartered in Amos, Quebec, RDC has formed strategic alliances with partners, integrators and VARs, and continues to actively expand these relationships in order to further develop its market, both in North America and Europe. For more information about RDC or Com4IP, contact the company at 582 10th Avenue West, Amos, Quebec, Canada, J9T 1X3, Tel: (819) 732-8263, Fax: (819) 732-9323, or visit the company web site www. com4ip. com.

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All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

RDC Technologies Contact :

Guy Boisvert

Tel: (819) 732-8263

Fax: (819) 732-9323

E-mail : gboisvert@rdc-tech. com

2010 Pixie Awards Winners Announced

2011-03-11T00:10:00.000-08:00

2010 Pixie Awards Winners Announced

The Pixie Awards honors outstanding creativity in motion graphics, effects and animation. This is the fastest-growing area of the creative media, with 92% of all video productions now using one of these techniques.

Sanibel, FL (PRWEB) February 8, 2010

Winners for the 2010 Pixie Awards, which recognizes outstanding creativity in motion graphics, effects and animation, have been announced. (See www. PixieAwards. com)

Winners included such firms as Animax, Cookie Jar, Dream Balloon Animation, Fresh TV, and J. J. Sedelmaier.

The Pixies are presented by the American Pixel Academy, (www. AmericanPixelAcademy. org) which was formed in 2008. Winners are judged by industry professionals. David E. Carter, the Executive Director of the American Pixel Academy, was editor of the Creativity Annual and founded the Telly® Awards.

According to a recent study, 92% of all video production now use motion graphics, effects or animation.

The full list of winners follows:

Platinum Pixie Winners
Animax Entertainment, Van Nuys, CA
Atomic Cartoons, Vancouver
Cinema Concepts, Atlanta
Cookie Jar Entertainment, Toronto
Creative Artistry & FX, Fairfax, VA
David Cherry, Virginia Beach
Dream Balloon Animation Studios, Orlando
Fifteen Pound Pink Productions, Calgary
Fresh TV, Toronto
Frame30 Productions, Edmonton
Happy Trails Animation, Portland, OR
Hatchling, Portsmouth, NH
HAZED, Toronto
Inertia Films, Atlanta
Insight Creative Group, Oklahoma City
JJ Sedelmaier, White Plains, NY
Lockheed Martin Space Systems, Denver
Lyons Entertainment Celebration, FL
MEA Digital, San Diego
Powderhouse Productions, Boston
Razorwire Pictures/Polyphony Pictures, Sherman Oaks, CA
Scorched Earth Productions, Denver
Sujit Agrawal, New York City
Texas Tech Univ. Health Sciences Center, El Paso
The Ungar Group, Chicago
Trace Pictures, Toronto
XXL Media, New York City

Gold Pixie Winners
Animax Entertainment, Van Nuys, CA
Ann Robinson-Berger, Arnold MD
Cinema Concepts, Atlanta
City of Las Cruces, Las Cruces, NM
Circle of Seven Productions, Mt. Sterling, KY
Creative Resources Group Plymouth, MA
Edelman, Chicago
Ernie Berger, Arnold MD
Elfenworks, Burlingame, CA
Harold Buchholz, Virginia Beach
Hawaii Pacific University, Honolulu
Hawthorne Direct, Fairfield, IA
Insight Creative Group, Oklahoma City
J. D. Sedelmaier, White Plains, NY
Main Line Interactive, Wayne, PA
MDS Advertising, Austin
Nature Productions, Benton, ME
MillerWhite, Terre Haute, IN
Mindlever Media, San Diego
MMG Corporate Communication, Loveland, OH
Omni Media Productions Ltd., St. Catharines, Ontario
PACO Communications, Chicago
Powderhouse Productions, Boston
Razorwire Pictures/Polyphony Pictures, Sherman Oaks, CA: Polyphony
Science North, Sudbury, Ontario: Philadelphia Zoo Philadelphia Zoo
SolidLine Media, Chicago
Sujit Agrawal, New York City
Trace Pictures, Toronto
Vital Film Works, Columbus, OH
Wyoming Dept. of Transportation Cheyenne, WY

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Presbyterian Home Healthcare Selects American TeleCare, Inc. to Provide Telehealth Technology Solutions

2011-03-10T21:34:00.000-08:00

Presbyterian Home Healthcare Selects American TeleCare, Inc. to Provide Telehealth Technology Solutions

ATI Telehealth System Chosen to Support "Hospital At Home" Initiative in New Mexico

Minneapolis and Albuquerque (PRWEB) June 24, 2008

American TeleCare, Inc. (ATI), the leader in the development and application of intelligent monitoring and video-based telehealth solutions, announced that Presbyterian Home Healthcare (Albuquerque, N. M.) will utilize ATI's LifeView™ Telehealth System to support its Hospital At Home program. Presbyterian has used ATI's system for its telemedicine and disease management programs since 2001. The new agreement will increase the number of ATI LifeView stations deployed by Presbyterian Home Healthcare to more than 100 units.

"American TeleCare's LifeView system supports video televisits as well as monitoring of patients at home, and we need the flexibility to do both in Hospital At Home," said Lesley Cryer, executive director, Presbyterian Home Healthcare. "The diagnostic devices available with ATI's system, especially ATI's integrated CareTone® Telephonic Stethoscopes, are also essential for us to provide high-level care to patients at home."

"As the baby boom generation ages into its chronic disease years, an estimated 157 million Americans will have at least one chronic condition by 2020. They could overwhelm our capacity to provide essential care unless we change how care is organized and delivered," said Randall Moore, M. D., M. B.A., chairman and chief executive officer, American TeleCare. "ATI is committed to innovative organizations that are advancing re-designed care processes, and Presbyterian is one of the leading health systems pioneering Hospital At Home, an alternative model that brings acute care expertise into patients' homes."

ATI's LifeView Telehealth System combines remote patient monitoring with interactive video for televisits. LifeView Patient Stations are placed in patients' homes. They are compact, easy-to-use monitors that gather information from questions that patients answer as well as objective clinical data from integrated medical peripherals (including blood pressure monitors and blood glucose meters). Care teams use LifeView Provider Stations to connect to Patient Stations, manage ongoing monitoring, conduct televisits, and carry out care plans.

Hospital At Home (http://www. hospitalathome. org/DGM/) is an innovative model that aims to provide hospital-level care in patients' home as a full substitute for acute hospital care. It was developed and is being tested in a National Demonstration and Evaluation Study funded by the John A. Hartford Foundation (http://www. jhartfound. org/).

"Hospital At Home is an alternative to hospitalization that can help make more inpatient beds available," said Cryer. "Our focus is on congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and community-acquired pneumonia. When patients with these conditions come into our emergency departments, we will identify those who do not require ICU or CCU care and would typically be admitted for a two - or three-day stay in a regular medical unit. These patients are candidates for Hospital At Home."

"Hospital At Home includes a LifeView Patient Station in each patient's homes for 24-7 monitoring and video televisits," said Cheryl Reese, director of informatics and telehealth, Presbyterian Home Healthcare.

About Presbyterian Home Healthcare
Presbyterian Home Healthcare provides skilled intermittent medical visits in patients' homes. A team of professionals closely monitors each patient's condition and progress, reports to the patient's physician, and modifies treatment if necessary. Individualized attention helps patients and their families learn about safe, appropriate care so that they can increase their functional independence and learn to manage their medical needs at home. Presbyterian Home Healthcare is part of the Presbyterian Healthcare Services system (www. phs. org). Founded in 1908 and based in Albuquerque, N. M., Presbyterian is New Mexico's only private, not-for-profit healthcare system and offers seven hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing medical group. Presbyterian employs more than 9,500 people and serves to improve the health of individuals, families and communities.

About American TeleCare
Founded in 1993, American TeleCare (ATI) is the pioneer of intelligent monitoring and video-based telehealth technology. With proven experience in clinical process re-engineering, ATI works with leading healthcare organizations to put their patients at the center of care teams and supports them with best-in-class solutions. ATI systems connect continuous healing relationships and deliver essential information for clinical and self care. Ongoing monitoring and constant care of patients at home keeps them connected to clinical expertise and prevents acute events. The results: 100-200 percent increases in provider productivity and 65-95 percent reductions in emergency room and inpatient costs - achieved as care teams help physicians watch over, improve and maintain their patients' health. For more information, visit www. americantelecare. com. Then call 800-323-6667.

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Baby Clothing Website Adds Blog to their Repertoire

2011-03-09T05:27:00.000-08:00

Baby Clothing Website Adds Blog to their Repertoire

A new baby blog, TinyBlueBlog. com, has an array of parenting tips and is opening their doors for all parents and caretakers to participate in an open discussion about children. The blog is tied with TinyInBlue. com, an e-store that specializes in clothes for baby boys.

Truman, MN (PRWEB) April 12, 2009

For many parents, it can be difficult to find good infant clothes. Trying to find clothing that will be a proper fit and not potentially cause a rash on sensitive skin can already be a pain for many parents of newborns, add the rarity of finding proper infant boy clothing outside of a onesie and it can definitely be a headache.

Mother and entrepreneur, Sarina Baron, realized that after her son was born, it was near impossible to find a suit and various types of clothing for him. Rather than complain about the lack of selection in her town, Baron took matters into her own hands and started www. TinyInBlue. com in December 2008.

"It can be frustrating not being able to find something for baby boys," said Baron.

While there are endless types of infant dresses for girls in department stores, baby boy clothing seems a bit harder to come by, which is why Tiny in Blue's launch is more than welcoming for parents around the country.

Though the site is only four months old, it already has an impressive catalog - ranging from onesies to formal wear to personalized baby boy gifts - Baron continues to add more to her store.

"We're adding new costumes, holiday items, novelty clothes and blankets," she said. "We're trying to keep a constant stock of products."

In addition to the expansive product line, Tiny in Blue recently added a new blog, www. TinyBlueBlog. com.

"It's going to be informational," Baron explained. "We'll have tips on baby health, parenting styles. We'll definitely make it interactive and create a forum within the blog for parents to be able to compare and contrast notes."

Because of Baron's contribution to the internet, people won't have to scour big box retailers and department stores, only to come up empty handed when trying to buy clothes for their baby sons. Frustrations will cease to exist and parents can go back to the things that matter - enjoying their kids.

About the Company:
Tiny in Blue is owned and operated by Sarina Baron.

Contact Information:

Sarina Baron
Www. TinyInBlue. com
(218) 689-4675

IePlexus, Inc.
Www. iePlexus. com

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Social Security Disability Insurance Recipients To Get Extra $250 By Summer

2011-03-08T12:32:00.000-08:00

Social Security Disability Insurance Recipients To Get Extra $250 By Summer

Allsup explains one-time $250 bonus coming from $787 billion national stimulus package

Belleville, IL (Vocus) February 26, 2009

Belleville, Ill – Social Security Disability Insurance recipients can look forward to receiving a one-time $250 bonus payment by early summer, according to Allsup, which represents tens of thousands of people in the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) process each year. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, recently signed by President Obama, launches a $787 billion national economic stimulus package that includes the one-time $250 payments to those eligible for SSDI, Social Security retirement, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), railroad retirement benefits and U. S. veterans disability compensation or pension benefits.

“This additional income, though minimal, can help offset the rising costs for people with disabilities,” said Paul Gada, personal financial planning director at Allsup. “Recipients may want to consider using it toward healthcare costs, especially if they are still in the 24-month waiting period to become eligible for Medicare benefits.”

The good news is even better for couples who receive Social Security benefits—because each recipient will receive a one-time $250 payment. “That means you’ll have an additional $500 in income available, which could be an important cushion,” said Mr. Gada. “For example, this amount could be put toward an emergency fund.”

SSDI is a federally mandated insurance program overseen by the Social Security Administration (SSA) that operates separately from the retirement and SSI programs. SSDI provides monthly benefits to individuals who are under full retirement age (age 65 or older) and who can no longer work because of a disability (injury, illness or condition) that is expected to last for at least 12 months or is terminal. Individuals must have paid FICA taxes to be eligible. More details are provided in the “SSDI Overview” on Allsup. com.

More Details On The $250 Bonus Payments
To help clarify details about the $250 bonuses to SSDI recipients, Allsup has outlined answers to common questions about the one-time payment.

Who is eligible for the $250?
Anyone who was receiving SSDI benefits anytime during the three-month time period of Nov. 1, 2008, through Jan. 31, 2009 will receive a bonus check. In addition, beneficiaries in the Social Security retirement, SSI, railroad retirement and veterans benefits programs are eligible.

What if I got my SSDI in February 2009?
Unfortunately, you will not receive the one-time $250 payment because your entitlement date was after Jan. 31, 2009.

When does the payment go out?
The Social Security Administration expects everyone who is entitled to receive their payment by late May 2009.

If I’m eligible, how do I get the payment?
You do not need to do anything. There is no paperwork required. You will receive the additional payment automatically using the same method that you receive your regular benefits (i. e. direct deposit, mailed check).

Will I get more than one $250 payment?
Recipients are only entitled to one $250 bonus. It does not matter if you are on both SSDI, SSI or other benefit programs.

My children get dependent benefits, so will they also get a $250 bonus?
No, children under age 18 (19 if still in high school) who receive Social Security benefits will not receive a bonus. However, disabled adult children will receive a payment.

If my spouse and I are both on Social Security, do we only get one $250 payment?
No, each adult receiving Social Security benefits will receive a $250 payment. This means both you and your spouse will receive payments.

Will this payment affect my taxes?
No, the one-time $250 payment will not be counted toward gross income for your federal income tax.

What if I don’t get the payment?
If you don’t receive a payment by June 4, 2009, the SSA recommends contacting your local Social Security office or calling (800) 772-1213 to report that your payment did not arrive.

ABOUT ALLSUP
Allsup, Belleville, Ill., is a leading nationwide provider of financial and healthcare related services to people with disabilities. Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2009, Allsup has helped more than 110,000 people receive their entitled Social Security Disability Insurance and Medicare benefits. Allsup employs more than 550 professionals who deliver services directly to consumers and their families, or through their employers and long-term disability insurance carriers. For more information, visit http://www. Allsup. com.

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2011-03-08T04:01:00.001-08:00

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Kleer Demos Award Winning Wireless Audio Products at CES 2009

2011-03-06T20:44:00.000-08:00

Kleer Demos Award Winning Wireless Audio Products at CES 2009

Experience Sennheiser MX W1, Sleek Audio SA6, DigiFi Opera S1, Cy-Fi, and RCA Jet Stream at CES 2009

Cupertino, CA (PRWEB) January 5, 2009

Kleer™ today announced it will have available at CES 2009 numerous high-fidelity wireless earbuds and speakers, including the award-winning Sennheiser MX W1, Sleek Audio SA6, DigiFi Opera S1, Cy-Fi and other wireless audio products that use Kleer technology. These products offer CD-quality (16-bit, 44.1 kHz) music, robust ISM coexistence in the 2.4 GHz band, point-to-multipoint reception and ultra-low power consumption. To view a demonstration, visit Kleer at the Sands in booth #71960.

"We're looking forward to CES 2009 and giving attendees an actual listening experience with the award winning Sennheiser MX W1 and other leading edge wireless audio products made available in 2008," said Levent Gun, President and CEO of Kleer. "Our customers' wireless earbuds and speakers received overwhelming approval from both consumers and critics worldwide in 2008, with the proof being the numerous awards these products have won."

Awards and honorable mentions from 2008 include:

Sennheiser MX W1 true wireless earbuds
Won a CES 2009 Innovations award (http://tinyurl. com/6k2t6g (http://tinyurl. com/6k2t6g)) Won a European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) 2008 award (http://tinyurl. com/5an54w (http://tinyurl. com/5an54w)) Included in Time Magazine's Top 10 Gadgets of 2008 (http://tinyurl. com/5czh5m (http://tinyurl. com/5czh5m)) And made Consumer Reports' Top Products List of 2008 (http://tinyurl. com/6hcbo9 (http://tinyurl. com/6hcbo9))

Sleek Audio SA6 earbuds
Earned a CES 2009 Innovations Honoree mention (http://tinyurl. com/652jmp (http://tinyurl. com/652jmp)) And made Popular Science's Best of What's New 2008 (http://tinyurl. com/6p55ll (http://tinyurl. com/6p55ll))

Cy-Fi wireless bicycle speaker
Singled out as a Men's Health Magazine 2009 Pick (http://tinyurl. com/56ztj2 (http://tinyurl. com/56ztj2))

DigiFi Opera wireless earbuds
Earned a VIP (Very Important Product) Honoree mention in the Mobile Category by AVING at the 2008 VIP Asia Award (http://tinyurl. com/6h3uda (http://tinyurl. com/6h3uda))

Kleer's unique wireless audio technology
Won the Audio Section for PC Magazine's 25th Annual Technical Excellence Awards (http://tinyurl. com/5qbpxc (http://tinyurl. com/5qbpxc))

Kleer customers will also be available, including Sleek Audio at booth #71960 at the Sands and Sennheiser at booth #21240 in the Las Vegas Convention Center South Hall 1. During CES, Kleer will be demonstrating new and innovative wireless audio technologies, which only consumer electronic companies can view by contacting Kleer at sales@kleer. com.

Kleer is currently working with 12 OEMs on over 24 products, many of which will be announced in 2009.

About Kleer
Kleer is a fabless semiconductor company that has developed the first wireless audio technology to combine high quality audio and robust ISM band coexistence with low power consumption to address portable, home and automotive audio markets. Unlike Bluetooth, Kleer's patented subsampling radio architecture was designed from the ground up to communicate lossless CD-quality digital stereo audio over a robust 2.4GHz radio link, while achieving 10 times the battery life of a comparable Bluetooth solution. Kleer's Audio LP technology is ideally suited for OEMs of portable audio players, iPod™ and other player accessories, home audio/theater systems, earbuds, earbuds, and speakers. Kleer distributes its products via direct sales in North America, and a distribution channel in Korea and Japan. The Company is headquartered in Cupertino, California with product development facilities in Ottawa, Ontario. For more information, contact the company at 19925 Stevens Creek Blvd. Suite 111, Cupertino, CA, 95014, Tel: 408-973-7255, Fax: 408-973-7256, Email: info@kleer. com, or visit the company web site at www. kleer. com

*Apple, the Apple logo, Mac, Mac OS, Macintosh, iPod and iTunes are trademarks of Apple. All other trademarks, registered trademarks, products and/or services mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.

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Seeing Is Believing

2011-03-05T11:27:00.000-08:00

Seeing Is Believing

A baby relies on sight to learn functions. A child relies on sight to kick a soccer ball into the goal. A teenager relies on site to relate. A business professional relies on sight to create the perfect presentation. The sense of sight makes learning and living easier.

Stone Mountain, GA (PRWEB) August 7, 2006

“By taking care of your eyes at a young age, you may prevent many problems from occurring later in life,” says QUENTIN MOSES, local field service representative of the Alliance for Affordable Services.

Incorporating some factors into your habits can increase the life of your eyes, even if you already need corrective lenses or contacts. There is no sense in making things worse!

Wash Your Hands

How often do you touch your eyes? You may not even be aware that you do very often! Keep your hands clean and avoid rubbing your eyes. By introducing different substances into your eyes, you increase the odds of having problems.

Protection form the Sunlight

Your mother always reprimanded you for staring at the sun. Though you hate to admit it, she was right. Wear sunglasses with UV protection to shield your eyes from the ultraviolet rays.

Wear Goggles

Through you hated wearing goggles in chemistry class, they served a good purpose! Protecting your eyes while playing sports, working with chemicals or operating tools and machinery prevents bigger problems from happening in the future.

Regular Check-Ups

If you can’t remember when you had your last eye check-up that means it is time to schedule an appointment! Because your eyesight changes slowly over time, you may not realize how your sight has changed. Coordinate a visit to the eye doctor every two years to stay abreast of the development occurring in your eyes

Alliance Members have access to the Vision Discount Plan for their eye care needs. Eye exams, frames, lenses, contacts and laser vision corrective surgery are available at discount pricing. With participating provides like Lenscrafters, Sears, Target and Pearle Vision Centers, the discount program makes it easy to visit a location that works best for the member.

The Alliance for Affordable Services is a national, not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping members live better and save more. The Alliance uses the power of the group to negotiate significant savings on a variety of business, lifestyle and healthcare benefits for more that 150,000 members. For more information about the Alliance for Affordable Services, contact QUENTIN MOSES at 770-469-3927.

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Internationally Known Outdoor Writer G. L. Benton Releases A New Survival E-book

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Internationally Known Outdoor Writer G. L. Benton Releases A New Survival E-book

Widely Published and Internationally known Outdoor Writer G. L. Benton (http://www. simplesurvival. net) has officially released his 240 page ÂSimple SurvivalÂ e-book. By combining his special outdoor writing skills and his years of wilderness survival experience, his new book is expected to be a popular item for those who venture out of doors any time of the year.

Rolla, MO (PRWEB) January 29, 2005

Outdoor writer G. L. Benton (http://www. simplesurvival. net (http://www. simplesurvival. net)) today announced the release of his new book ÂSimple SurvivalÂ. Could you and your family survive a terrorist attack? Could you find alternate sources of water or food? Could you survive following a plane crash or vehicle stall in a remote area? Do you know how to start a fire without matches, build an emergency shelter, find food, perform first aid, or signal rescuers for help? This inexpensive e-book ($5.99) explains in simple language how to do all of those tasks and a great deal more.

Internationally published outdoor author G. L. Benton, explained how excited he was to be releasing a new survival e-book;

ÂI am very please to have my survival book published in e-book format. This format allows the reader to remove and print only sections of the book they may need for a trip. However, please keep in mind, wilderness survival is a very dangerous situation. And, as such, your decisions in the wild and what you have on hand could mean the difference between life and death. That is why many of the articles contain varies types of suggested survival kits and the contents are listed. To venture out of doors without a survival kit, in my opinion, is extremely dangerous. And, since each time you enter the field or have an emergency the weather conditions and other circumstances are different, so it also makes sense that your survival kit and clothing should be a little different. This e-book explains how to survive in many different situations. And, with the constant threat of a terrorist attack, knowing how to survive is crucial. This e-book could make you a survivor!Â

The Simple Survival e-book is over 240 pages in length and is for your enjoyment, reference, or perhaps to get you to thinking about survival preparedness. The e-book is filled with illustrations and photographs. Gary has over forty years of wilderness outdoors experience and he has camped in various states and countries, as well as under some very extreme weather conditions. Having camped in the steaming jungles of the Philippines Islands, the frozen arctic north of Alaska, the sandy beaches of Mexico, and the burning deserts of Arizona and New Mexico, he feels his knowledge base is extensive.

This book has taken the author years to write and it is primarily a collection of articles that have been previously printed in the United States. You will find many survival articles here that have been published in some of North AmericaÂs better Outdoor publications (Modern Survival Magazine, Buck Masters, Big Game Hunt, Wonderful West Virginia Magazine, Back Home Magazine, Family Camping Magazine and many others). Additionally, you will find some great general outdoor information in the e-book that has not been published previously.

The book has been broken down into different categories to make your subject search easier.

Survival in various climates or conditions (Desert, Arctic, Wet, General, and more) Water procurement Food procurement Fire making First Aid (General) Psychology and Survival Signaling Clothing (What to wear in the field) Snakes Making survival weapons Rescue and Recovery Camouflage and movement Children and the outdoors Maps and basic navigation Unusual Survival Situations Survival Tips (Illustrations throughout the book)

Keep in mind some of GaryÂs writing is just plain camping, fishing, hiking, or hunting information. You will also find some general information about how to expose children to nature, or what to do in an emergency with children along. Gary has added this section to make the book more enjoyable for those folks who may be looking for general wilderness information or simply want to teach a child more about nature.

Simple Survival was prepared for those who wish to improve or learn emergency survival skills. It was written for nature lovers, hunters, hikers, fishermen, campers, or those that travel on the worldÂs highways and back roads.

As Gary often says, ÂKnowledge is survival!Â

About the Author

Gary L. Benton is a retired United States Air Force Senior Master Sergeant. He is a graduate of a number of U. S. Air Force Survival Schools, including Arctic, Water (Sea and Ocean), Mountain, and Jungle survival schools. He spent twelve years teaching parachuting techniques and survival skills to Air Force aircrew members as a Life Support Instructor.

He has an Associates Degree in Search and Rescue, Survival Operations, a Bachelors Degree in Safety and Health, and a Masters Degree in Psychology almost finished. Sergeant Benton retired from the USAF in 1997 with over twenty-six years of active duty.

He has one prior e-book ÂMy Dawg Might Be a Redneck.Â Two new western fiction novels, ÂSilently Beats the DrumÂ and ÂIn the Shadow of the MountainÂ, will be released within the next two months, followed by ÂRed Runs the PlainsÂ this summer.

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