World Wide Wisdom from the World Wide Web

World Wide Wisdom from the World Wide Web

An American living and working in the Middle East has launched humanwrites. com as the first global forum intended to challenge all of the negative international broadcast news that tends to divide, rather than unite, this family of man. "Contrary to first impression, the site does not explore "human-rights" issues that are so often surrounded by controversy and complicated by underlying political and economic overtones. Rather, this human-writes site focuses on our likeness through topics ranging from world peace to lessons learned in life. By means of a dynamic survey, humanwrites. com (http://www. humanwrites. com) seeks to capture what writers worldwide have to say about their human experience", says the sites owner, John Breton.

(PRWEB) July 10, 2001

Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia - 9 July, 2001 (PRN): An American living and working in the Middle East has launched humanwrites. com as the first global forum intended to challenge all of the negative international broadcast news that tends to divide, rather than unite, this family of man. "Contrary to first impression, the site does not explore "human-rights" issues that are so often surrounded by controversy and complicated by underlying political and economic overtones. Rather, this human-writes site focuses on our likeness through topics ranging from world peace to lessons learned in life. By means of a dynamic survey, humanwrites. com (http://www. humanwrites. com (http://www. humanwrites. com)) seeks to capture what writers worldwide have to say about their human experience", says the sites owner, John Breton.

The mission of the site is to confirm that people everywhere speak from a single heart on matters of true importance once free of so many geographic, political, and societal distractions. To give voice to this oneness, humanwrites. com will present a varying list of questions meant to capture the essence of the humanity. The ultimate goal of the company will be to collect, classify, and publish a series of humanwrites journals.

The site's owner, John Breton, created humanwrites. com as a reaction to his experiences working and living abroad. "Over the years, I have had the pleasure to meet and befriend many people from very diverse backgrounds," Breton says. "It was strikingly obvious that regardless our backgrounds, country of origin, religion foundation and politics, our primary concerns for family, friendship, peace, and health were no different. Why not confirm this observation via the global Internet community."

The questions asked on Humanwrites. com will change regularly, creating the opportunity for writers of all ages and abilities to weigh in and be heard on a wide range of topics. Respondents whose work is selected for publication in one or more of the humanwrites. com journals will be credited in each volume for their contribution and will be included in a royalty pool built around each journal as it goes to press. A latest element of the project is the introduction of a cash award paid for the best seasonal insights against the questions posed and the inclusion of them online within the body of the site for all to enjoy and learn from.

"I envision that the Journal series can be published to age specific groups, by gender, and/or by question/grouping of questions around a particular topic. For instance, one journal may focus solely on the question, 'What is the meaning of life?' and then presented by age groupings such as children under ten, the baby boomers, or those over 65. Each will have a unique perspective and all will have something of value to say if we would just listen," says Breton.

"Then, too, this can be an excellent avenue to the wisdom of our senior citizens in the world community. humanwrites. com can become a global instrument for tapping into this most valuable but oft overlooked resources. Giving a voice to the accumulated wisdom of these long lived lives will allow us to view the world through their eyes, to learn from their experiences, and will allow them to explore their own reality."

The reasons for participation are as varied as we are, which only adds to the richness of the site. It is not just the rich and famous, scholars or clergy, that have something to share. This is a unique opportunity to have your say on a variety of topics. To learn more about humanwrites. com and the potential for participation in this global venture, visit http://www. humanwrites. com/index. html (http://www. humanwrites. com/index. html). Investor inquiries welcome. In these challenging times, there is no better time than now to stand up and confirm that "we" are of a single heart and that love alone will take us to a better place.

For more information, contact:

John Breton

Humanwrites. com, LLC,

Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia 31932

Email:info@humanwrites. com

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

The Food for Everyone Foundation Returns From a Mission; Introducing the Best Gardening Methods on the Planet

The Food for Everyone Foundation Returns From a Mission; Introducing the Best Gardening Methods on the Planet

Mr. Jim Kennard, President of Food For Everyone Foundation (FFEF), reports that the Foundation’s recent 5-month humanitarian gardening training project in Armenia was a great success in helping people learn to grow their own food, and cites it as evidence that the Foundation teaches “the best gardening methods on the planet” for the home vegetable gardener.

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) October 10, 2006

Mr. Jim Kennard, President of Food For Everyone Foundation (FFEF), reports that the Foundation’s recent 5-month humanitarian gardening training project in Armenia was a great success in helping people learn to grow their own food, and cites it as evidence that the Foundation teaches “the best gardening methods on the planet” for the home vegetable gardener.

Mr. Kennard advises that FFEF helps people in several ways. Of greatest interest to the American home gardener may be their policy of providing free vegetable gardening information, training, tips, and advice on the internet at www. foodforeveryone. org. According to Kennard, people from all over the world visit the website to receive free training and advice, as well as to obtain the great gardening books, CDs and software written by Dr. Jacob R. Mittleider.

The Mittleider Gardening Basics Course ebook is free on the website. The free FAQ section also has 365 short gardening articles that answer people's questions and give advice on many important vegetable gardening subjects.

In addition, the Foundation provides free greenhouse plans, free plans to automate a garden watering system, and a free gardening group where people share tips and experience with thousands of other successful gardeners.

Important distinguishing features of the Foundation’s gardening methods set it apart from other methods and make it “even better than organic” according to Kennard, who then proceeded to explain those differences.

“Most of the time our gardens are grown right in the soil, with no amendments. We promise ‘a great garden in any soil, in almost any climate’. From straight sand to the worst clay, we show people how to have success growing healthy, delicious vegetables the first time and every time.”

We learned that “Grow-Boxes” or containers are sometimes needed for people in urban settings. Mr. Kennard assured us that container gardening can be just as effective as growing in the soil, and that 3 of Dr. Mittleider’s 10 books are dedicated to the unique features of the container gardening process.

Even though the costs are very low, the Mittleider Method is sometimes called "the poor man's hydroponic system", because it borrows from greenhouse growers such things as vertical growing, feeding plants accurately with natural mineral nutrients, and extending the growing season in both spring and fall, all of which reportedly greatly increase gardening yields.

The Second major element in the Foundation’s mission is teaching, training, and assisting people directly. One way they do this in America is by conducting free ½-day group gardening seminars. These can be arranged by contacting Mr. Kennard.

The third leg of FFEF’s global mission is conducting humanitarian projects, such as the recently concluded training project in Armenia. From February to mid July Mr. Kennard and other FFEF volunteers created a gardening training center in the village of Getk, with housing, classroom, greenhouse, and a 3/4 acre garden. They taught a concentrated college-level gardening course to several students, who became the gardening experts in their own villages, and then Kennard assisted those student graduates in working with 200 families in their villages. Mr. Kennard reports that the training center and garden were left in the able hands of an Armenian couple, and he expects the work there will continue.

“In Armenia, as in other places we've worked, we grew many kinds of vegetables the locals thought couldn't possibly be grown in "their region", and often had many non-participating village families coming to our garden for advice, coaching, and free produce”.

Humanitarian projects sometimes take the form of training others who are becoming missionaries for their churches. One example is Howard (a retired dentist with little previous experience in gardening) and Glenice Morgan, from Southern California, who just returned from a 2-year mission to Zimbabwe. They were sent to teach Mittleider gardening to their church members throughout the country, and they did “a fabulous job”, according to Kennard.

After some study and nominal training in FFEF’s garden at Utah’s Hogle Zoo, the Morgans “had the time of their lives” as they created 84 large gardens and taught over 10,500 people throughout Zimbabwe to feed themselves by growing their own healthy vegetables. And the only teaching material they used was the simplest and most basic of Mittleider’s books, called 6 Steps to Successful Gardening.

Mr. Kennard declares that “whatever level you are currently on, you too can experience this kind of success – whether it’s in your own home garden, a community effort, or as a humanitarian missionary in some distant country”.

The foundation welcomes tax-deductible donations to help them extend their efforts. Gifts can be made at www. foodforeveryone. org/give (http://www. foodforeveryone. org/give )

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Harness the Most Powerful Biological Force in the Universe

Harness the Most Powerful Biological Force in the Universe

Sensational new research reveals that hormones are the missing piece to the fat loss puzzle and are the key to lifetime youthfulness and optimal health!

New York, NY (PRWEB) August 25, 2004

Before you invest time and money in yet another diet or fitness program that is doomed to failure, take some time to discover how your own hormones can be utilized effectively to transform your body and turn back the hands of time on aging.

Recent medical research has proven that aging, health and body composition are more closely related than previously understood - and hormones (the most powerful biological force in the universe) are the unifying factor. The most important of these biological powerhouses is Human Growth Hormone (HGH). HGH is produced by the pituitary gland and is regulated by the hypothalamus area of the brain. As we age HGH production declines. This decline in HGH production has many profound effects on the entire human body. The decline of HGH is now known to be directly responsible for accelerating the aging process.

These all too familiar symptoms of aging occur due to the decline of HGH in your body.

• Increased body fat

• Loss of energy and vitality

• Dry skin

• Wrinkles

• Hair loss

• Muscle loss

• Osteoporosis

• Decrease in libido and sexual performance

In his book, Natural Hormonal Enhancement, Rob Faigin, has documented more than 1700 references to the worldÂ’s leading medical and scientific journals that support and prove this theory of using one grand strategy to attack the three areas of aging, body composition, and hormones simultaneously -- to arrest aging while achieving superhealth, while at the same time enhancing lean body mass, and permanently eliminating excess bodyfat. Natural Hormonal Enhancement advances his grand strategy concept in a detailed and concise form that the average person can easily understand and follow. As a result, Faigin has introduced the first ever comprehensive program for naturally enhancing fat-burning, muscle-building, and anti-aging hormones.

Details on his program are available in his book Natural Hormonal Enhancement that can be purchased online for $29.97 at www. powerantiaging. com an authority on anti-aging strategies. PAA is a comprehensive, holistic program that is simple, enjoyable, fun and is guaranteed to enhance every aspect of your life.

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Teradyne tops The Boston Globe's Globe 100 List of Publicly Traded Companies in Mass

Teradyne tops The Boston Globe's Globe 100 List of Publicly Traded Companies in Mass.

The Globe's annual listing of the top 100 publicly traded companies in Massachusetts, based on a composite score reflecting several criteria.

(PRWEB) May 23, 2001

Electronics Companies Sweep the Top Three Slots on the "Globe 100" Ranking

Analog Devices & LTX Corporation Rank Second and Third

BOSTON, May 22, 2001 – Teradyne, the world’s largest supplier of automatic test equipment for the electronics and telecommunications industries, garnered "Company of the Year" honors in the "Globe 100," The Boston Globe's 13th annual ranking of Massachusetts-based, publicly traded companies on their performance across a range of criteria.

 Analog Devices and LTX Corporation captured the second and third spots, respectively.

 The Globe 100, begun in 1989 and the first list of its kind in the region, rates MassachusettsÂ’ publicly held companies on the following criteria: return on average equity; one-year percentage change in revenue; one-year percentage change in profit margin; and total annual revenue. A composite score is generated and used to determine the rankings. Public companies throughout Massachusetts representing all business categories are included in this objective evaluation.

 It is the second time in five years that Teradyne has seized the top spot. In 2000, Teradyne reported sales of $3 billion, representing a 70-percent increase from 1999. Earnings totaled $518 million, more than the companyÂ’s total net earnings for the years 1996 through 1999. TeradyneÂ’s semiconductor test business was the principal engine that fueled the companyÂ’s growth.

 "ThereÂ’s no question that weÂ’re coming off a phenomenal year," says George Chamillard, chief executive officer of Teradyne. "WeÂ’ve worked very hard to stay at the top of a brutally competitive and rapidly changing industry, and weÂ’ll continue to do so."

 The Boston Globe isnÂ’t the only one to recognize the companyÂ’s success. Teradyne has ranked among the ten best suppliers of test equipment for more than

11 years, according to VLSI Research in San Jose, California.

 Headquartered in Boston, with manufacturing facilities in New England, California, Ireland and Japan, TeradyneÂ’s stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: TER), and the company is included in the S&P 500 Index. 

 For the second year in a row, Norwood-based Analog Devices captured the number-two position in the "Globe 100" list. In 2000, the company enjoyed its most prosperous year to date, with a 75-percent increase in revenue and a profit margin that tripled from 1999. Analog is a leading manufacturer of precision, high performance, integrated circuits used in analog and digital signal processing.

 Rounding out the top three slots of the "Globe 100" is LTX Corporation, the Westwood-based company that designs, manufactures, markets and services semiconductor test equipment. LTXÂ’s revenue increased nearly 100 percent in 2000, delivering record earnings of $58.5 million.

 Numbers four and five, respectively, on the "Globe 100" list are EMC Corporation and Helix Technology Corporation. EMC was twice voted the number-one company in Massachusetts; this is Helix TechnologyÂ’s first appearance on the list. Also of note is Burlington-based Lightbridge, Inc., ranked 39th, which boasts the only female CEO among the 100 companies.

 "Teradyne's achievement, particularly during unpredictable economic times, is remarkable, and we applaud their tremendous results," says Peter Mancusi, business editor for The Boston Globe. "Clearly though, sustaining that growth in the face of a difficult economy has already posed significant challenges during the first half of 2001, and that, of course, applies to every one of the Globe 100." 

 The breakdown of the 2001 Globe 100 list among categories is: manufacturing/ industrial (16), electronics (15), banking (11), services (11), financial services (10), consumer goods (10), technology (9), retail/restaurant/entertainment (8), health care (6), biotech (2), telecom (2).

 The "Globe 100" special section will appear in The Boston Globe and the Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Tuesday, May 22. A complete list of the Globe 100 will also be available online at www. boston. com.

The Boston Globe, New EnglandÂ’s largest circulation newspaper and one of the top 10 Sunday and top 15 daily metropolitan newspapers in the U. S., is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The New York Times Company (NYSE: NYT), a diversified media company including newspapers, television and radio stations, and electronic information and publishing. The CompanyÂ’s core purpose is to enhance society by creating, collecting and distributing high-quality news, information and entertainment. In 2001 the Company was ranked No. 1 in the publishing industry in FortuneÂ’s list of AmericaÂ’s Most Admired Companies. In October 2000 the Company was ranked No. 1 in the publishing industry in FortuneÂ’s survey of the Global Most Admired Companies and was ranked first among all companies in the survey for the quality of its products and services.

The Company, which had 2000 revenues of $3.5 billion, publishes The New York Times, The Boston Globe and 15 other newspapers; operates eight network-affiliated television stations and owns two New York City radio stations. It also operates news, photo and graphics services as well as news and feature syndicates. A division of the Company, New York Times Digital, operates Internet properties such as NYTimes. com, Boston. com and newyorktoday. com. The Company holds interests in one newsprint mill, one supercalendered paper mill and the International Herald Tribune S. A.S.

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The Globe 100 for 2001

Rank/Company/Location/Business Description

1. Teradyne, Inc., Boston, Electronics

2. Analog Devices, Inc., Norwood, Electronics

3. LTX Corp., Westwood, Electronics

4. EMC Corp., Hopkinton, Technology

5. Helix Technology Corp., Mansfield, Electronics

6. ACT Manufacturing, Inc., Hudson, Manufacturing/Industrial

7. Millipore Corp., Bedford, Manufacturing/Industrial

8. Talbots, Inc., Hingham, Retail/Restaurant/Entertainment

9. Cytyc Corp., Boxborough, Health Care

10. Fleet Boston Financial Corp., Boston, Banking

11. Perini Corp., Framingham, Services

12. Centennial Technologies, Inc., Wilmington, Technology

13. MKS Instruments, Inc., Andover, Electronics

14. Biogen, Inc., Cambridge, Biotechnology

15. PerkinElmer, Inc., Wellesley, Electronics

16. Harcourt General, Inc., Chestnut Hill, Services

17. Cognex Corp., Natick, Manufacturing/Industrial

18. Eaton Vance Corp., Boston, Financial Services

19. Waters Corp, Milford, Electronics

20. PolyMedica Corp, Woburn, Health Care

21. Matec Corp, Hopkinton, Manufacturing/Industrial

22. Yankee Candle, Inc., Whately, Consumer Goods

23. BJÂ’s Wholesale Club, Natick, Retail/Restaurant/Entertainment

24. Tucker Anthony Sutro Corp, Boston, Financial Services

25. Microfinancial, Inc., Waltham, Financial Services

26. Investors Financial Services Corp., Boston, Financial Services

27. TJX Cos., Framingham, Retail/Restaurant/Entertainment

28. Aware, Inc., Bedford, Technology

29. Forrester Research, Inc., Cambridge, Services

30. BTU International, Inc., Billerica, Electronics

31. Neiman-Marcus Group, Chestnut Hill, Retail/Restaurant/Entertainment

32. Alpha Industries, Inc., Woburn, Electronics

33. Vicor Corp., Andover, Manufacturing/Industrial

34. RSA Security Inc., Bedford, Technology

35. Reebok International, Canton, Consumer Goods

36. Tweeter Home Entertainment Group, Canton, Retail/Restaurant/Entertainment

37. NSTAR, Boston, Services

38. Quaker Fabric Corp., Fall River, Manufacturing/Industrial

39. Lightbridge, Inc. Burlington, Services

40. Kopin Corp., Taunton, Electronics

41. Cabot Corp., Boston, Manufacturing/Industrial

42. Sapient Corp., Cambridge, Services

43. State Street Corp., Boston, Financial Services

44. Courier Corp, Chelmsford, Services

45. Gillette Co., Boston, Consumer Goods

46. Boston Scientific Corp., Natick, Health Care

47. Analogic Corp. Peabody, Electronics

48. DeWolfe Cos., Lexington, Financial Services

49. Mercury Computer Systems, Inc., Chelmsford, Electronics

50. Houghton Mifflin Co., Boston, Services

51. Polaroid Corp., Boston, Consumer Goods

52. Zoll Medical Corp., Burlington, Health Care

53. Bright Horizons Family Solutions, Inc., Cambridge, Services

54. New England Business Services, Inc., Groton, Services

55. Chase Corp., Bridgewater, Manufacturing/Industrial

56. Liberty Financial Cos. Inc., Boston, Financial Services

57. Foilmark, Inc., Newburyport, Manufacturing/Industrial

58. Commerce Group, Inc./MA, Webster, Financial Services

59. Steinway Musical Instruments, Inc., Waltham, Consumer Goods

60. Thermo Electron Corp, Waltham, Manufacturing/Industrial

61. PCD Inc., Peabody, Manufacturing/Industrial

62. Progress Software Corp., Bedford, Technology

63. Lo-Jack Corporation, Dedham, Electronics

64. Metrowest Bank/MA, Framingham, Banking

65. Boston Private Financial Holdings, Boston, Banking

66. Capital Crossing Bank, Boston, Banking

67. Specialty Catalog Corp, South Easton, Retail/Restaurant/Entertainment

68. Genzyme General, Cambridge, Biotechnology

69. Raytheon Co., Lexington, Electroni

70. MESTEK, Inc., Westfield, Manufacturing/Industrial

71. Staples, Inc., Framingham, Retail/Restaurant/Entertainment

72. UNIFIRST Corp., Wilmington, Manufacturing/Industrial

73. American Dental Partners, Inc., Wakefield, Health Care

74. First Essex Bancorp, Andover, Banking

75. CCBT Financial Companies, Inc., Hyannis, Banking

76. Boston Beer, Inc., Boston, Consumer Goods

77. Century Bancorp, Medford, Banking

78. Netscout Systems, Inc., Westford, Technology

79. Independent Bank Corp., Rockland, Banking

80. Lifeline Systems, Inc., Framingham, Telecommunications

81. GENRAD, Inc., Westford, Electronics

82. Epresence, Inc., Westborough, Technology

83. Charles River Associates, Boston, Services

84. Stride Rite Corp., Lexington, Consumer Goods

85. Brooktrout, Inc., Needham, Telecommunications

86. Saucony Inc., Peabody, Consumer Goods

87. First Years, Inc., Avon, Consumer Goods

88. Medford Bancorp, Inc., Medford, Banking

89. Sonesta Intl Hotels, Inc., Boston, Restaurant/Retail/Entertainment

90. Andover Bancorp Inc/DE, Andover, Banking

91. Affiliated Managers Group, Inc., Boston, Financial Services

92. Allmerica Financial Corp, Worcester, Financial Services

93. Candela Corp., Wayland, Health Care

94. Boston Acoustics, Inc., Peabody, Manufacturing/Industrial

95. Peoples Bancshares Inc.,/MA, Brockton, Banking

96. Maxwell Shoe Co. Inc., Readville, Consumer Goods

97. Kronos, Inc., Chelmsford, Technology

98. CSP, Inc., Billerica, Technology

99. SLI Inc., Canton, Manufacturing/Industrial

100. Parlex Corp, Methuen, Manufacturing/Industrial

Contacts: Richard P. Gulla, Globe Public Relations Director, 617-929-3288

Sara Gottman and Courtney Curzi, Agnew Carter/MS&L, 617-437-7722 

For release: Monday, May 21, 2001 at 3 p. m.

PricewaterhouseCoopers Forecasts Top 10 Issues for the Health Care Industry in 2006

PricewaterhouseCoopers Forecasts Top 10 Issues for the Health Care Industry in 2006

In a report issued today by PricewaterhouseCoopers Health Research Institute, the rising costs of health care coverage and the implications of the Drug Medicare Plan are among the Top 10 business issues for the Health Industries in 2006.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) January 10, 2006 -

– In a report issued today by PricewaterhouseCoopers Health Research Institute, the rising costs of health care (http://www. pwchealth. com) coverage and the implications of the Drug Medicare Plan (http://www. pwchealth. com) are among the Top 10 Business Issues for the Health Industries in 2006. Also high on the list, according to the report, is the rise of consumer directed health care and health savings accounts, pressure on pharmaceutical companies and the urgent need to reduce medical errors and make investments in information technology, including electronic medical records.

“Given rising health care costs, a growing population without health insurance coverage and concerns over patient safety, the health care industry is under intense pressure to change,” said Jim Henry, Partner, Global Health Care Leader, PricewaterhouseCoopers. “Addressing these issues and ensuring the sustainability of our health system will mean sweeping changes for every participant in the health industries.”

The top 10 issues are:

1. Medicare and the Drug Medicare Plan

The Drug Medicare Plan (http://www. pwchealth. com) introduces a powerful single purchaser of drugs in the U. S., which could put negative pricing pressure on pharmaceutical companies (http://www. pwc. com/extweb/pwcpublications. nsf/0/47F0674FE717E48F85256E53006A51CD? OpenDocument). Look for premiums to go up if the program does not attract a sufficient number of subscribers, and for Congress to rein in spending if Medicare costs continue to increase.

2. Care and Coverage of the Uninsured

As more and more Americans drop health insurance coverage, hospitals are seeing bad debt levels rise. While a few payers have begun to collaborate on pilot programs to develop low-cost health insurance coverage, providers will continue to face the issue of how to handle uncompensated care and its impact on their bottom line,

3. The Rise of the Health Care Consumer

The simple days of $10 co-pays will become a distant memory for Americans with high-deductible health plans and Health Savings Accounts. In 2006, health plans will develop new products to meet the needs of consumers paying more out of their own pockets. As consumers become increasingly price-sensitive and comparison shop for generic drugs, pharmaceutical and life sciences companies may need to examine their product portfolios.

4. Focus on Prevention: Wellness is In; Fat is Out

Consumers who are paying more of the direct cost of their health care have an increased incentive to diet, exercise, quit smoking and manage their health and lifestyle. In 2006, expect an increase in government and employer-sponsored health promotion initiatives and a growing market for drugs, treatments and services oriented toward wellness and prevention.

5. Calls for Patient Safety to Drive Health IT Investments

Calls for improved patient safety will intensify in 2006, and the health care industry will turn to technology to help reduce medical errors and improve tracking and reporting of safety and quality standards. Annual investments in health care IT are expected to nearly double to approximately 5 percent of revenue from an average of 2 to 3 percent now.

6. Diminishing Drug Pipeline (http://www. pwcglobal. com/extweb/industry. nsf/docid/2FE6C827DA1BFC70852570590022FA2B)

The pharmaceutical industry will be focused in the year ahead on boosting R&D productivity and cutting costs. With the cost of drug development in excess of $800 million per drug, pharmaceutical companies are under pressure to produce, but their margins are getting slipping. The imminent expiration of key patents could further decrease revenue by up to 60 percent, according to PricewaterhouseCoopers

7. Pay for Performance

The increased emphasis on reimbursement tied to performance will place new demands on health industries executives to develop quality measures so that payers can evaluate providers. Health organizations will need to rely more on information technology to capture, store, retrieve and report quality information. To win financial bonuses for quality, hospitals and physicians will need to work together to change behavior and measure clinical performance against these standards.

8. Report Card Fever

There will be increasing demand for more transparency in health care. In 2006, health organizations will focus on developing proactive public reporting of their prices, error rates and safety standards and charity care policies.

9. Technology Backbone

Slow adoption of information technology is at the heart of many of the issues plaguing the health care industry. Significant progress will be made in 2006 by government, industry coalitions and banks to build a technology infrastructure to improve claims processing, create electronic medical records, reduce medical errors and track performance. Health care organizations need to develop a system for making decisions about technology investments.

10. Labor Shortages

To address the ongoing shortage of health care workers, health care organizations will look to redefine staff functions and pursue increased use of automation for administrative functions, outsourcing, subsidized training, aggressive recruitment and retention.

About the PricewaterhouseCoopers Health Research Institute

PricewaterhouseCoopers Health Research Institute (http://www. pwc. com/extweb/insights. nsf/docid/98dc81a52f91d91485256ff600547629) provides new intelligence, perspective and analysis on trends affecting all health-related industries, including health care (http://www. pwchealth. com) providers, the Drug Medicare Plan, pharmaceuticals, health and life sciences and payers. In its groundbreaking HealthCast series, including HealthCast 2010, HealthCast Tactics and just published HealthCast 2020 (http://healthcare. pwc. com/hc2020.html), PricewaterhouseCoopers tracks the major trends and solutions in health care around the world. The Institute is part of PricewaterhouseCoopersÂ’ larger initiative for the health-related industries that brings together expertise and allows collaboration across all sectors in the health continuum.

About PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

PricewaterhouseCoopers (www. pwc. com) provides industry-focused assurance, tax and

Advisory services to build public trust and enhance value for its clients and their stakeholders. More than 130,000 people in 148 countries work collaboratively using connected thinking to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.

Unless otherwise indicated, “PricewaterhouseCoopers” refers to PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, a Delaware limited liability partnership. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP is a member firm of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited.

Contacts: Todd Hall, 617-530-4185 (todd. w.hall [at] us. pwc. com) or Constance Hubbell Clapp, 781-878-8882, (hubbell [at] hubbellgroup. com).

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New Wiley Protocol Web Site Launches

New Wiley Protocol Web Site Launches

TheWileyProtocol. com And WileyProtocolSystems. com

Anaheim, CA (PRWEB) April 25, 2010

Wiley Systems is pleased to announce the launch of two new websites, it’s new and improved consumer site http://www. thewileyprotocol. com (http://www. thewileyprotocol. com). and http://www. wileyprotocolsystems. com (http://www. wileyprotocolsystems. com), it’s brand new provider and pharmacist website.

These sites are the result of one year of analysis, design, and programming. Our goal is to provide our visitors with a virtual experience that is compelling and informative.

The consumer site (http://thewileyprotocol. com) now features an interactive, up-to-date calendar of events where visitors can get automated reminders for programs. Visitors can now also easily access archival and cross-referenced information. For example, information from lectures and symposia are available from as early as 2005 and the most current Wiley Protocol rhythms.

In addition to the site’s many new technical features, the graphic design and interface present a dramatic improvement. We have streamlined the site’s navigation, making it more intuitive and user-friendly. We also created a visual navigation system for the many visitors who simply want to browse around the site without a specific destination.

The doctor and pharmacist site (http://wileyprotocolsystems. com) enables our online visitors an easy, instant, and secure way to register for programs, and purchase products from Wiley Systems. Both sites allow the visitor to find an authorized Wiley Protocol medical provider and Wiley registered pharmacy, thus allowing the visitor the easy ability to locate the protocol in their local areas and regions. We have also implemented bookmarking and social media tags are also embedded throughout both sites so that visitors receive news and information with others on sites like Facebook, Twitter, and De. ici. us.

We think this dual presentation will allow our "power users" the ease and efficiency of rapidly getting to their resources, while simultaneously inviting millions of new visitors to learn more about the built environment as they can casually browse through articles, media, and archives.

In the coming months, we will be introducing new site features including customizable pages populated with visitor defined content, and so much more.

About Wiley Systems, Inc.

Wiley Systems, Inc. was founded in 2005 in Santa Barbara, California by T. S. Wiley, who is the developer of the Wiley Protocol®, a trademarked patent pending delivery system consisting of biomimetic, bio-identical hormones.

The Wiley Protocol is only available at compounding pharmacies that have joined the project for future National Institutes of Health (NIH) study and have contractually agreed to the standardized methods, materials, packaging and recommended pricing. In exchange, Wiley Systems provides intellectual property and provides 28WP logo-bearing packaging consisting of color-coded bags and applicators. The Wiley Protocol name assures customers that they are receiving authentic Wiley Protocol dosing rhythms based on original research.

Wiley Systems began as a project to unite doctors and pharmacists in a common goal to standardize bioidentical hormones for academic research. Now in 2010, the Wiley Pharmacy Consortium numbers over 50 pharmacies and more than 300 doctors prescribing in the US, Canada, Australia and Europe.

CONTACT:
Caren Abdela
COO
Office: (805) 565-7508
Caren(at)thewileyprotocol(dot)com

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Jacobs Capital Group, LLC Launches New $125 Million Fund

Jacobs Capital Group, LLC Launches New $125 Million Fund

Jacobs Capital Group to invest in emerging managers with various industry specialties and geographic focuses, promoting synergies among the various portfolio funds.

Pasadena, CA (PRWEB) August 10, 2006

Jacobs Capital Group, LLC (JCG) announced today it has launched a private equity fund to invest in alternative investments such as venture capital funds. The fund-of-funds will primarily invest in emerging managers with various industry specialties and geographic focuses, promoting synergies among the various portfolio funds.

“We hope to increase the success of our portfolio funds by encouraging the managers to share best practices, deal flow, industry and technical expertise, contacts, and other resources,” said Alex Suh, Managing Director of JCG. “We can’t all be experts in everything, so having access to managers in different industries and global and national regions can be extremely valuable.”

JCG has recently made initial investments in California Technology Ventures II, LLC, Aphelion Medical Fund, Innovations Kapital IV, and Psilos Ventures III. California Technology Ventures (http://www. CTVentures. com (http://www. CTVentures. com)) is a Pasadena-based fund investing in technology and life science companies with a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach. Aphelion Medical Fund is a San Francisco-based fund investing in leading medical devices companies, public and private. Innovations Kapital (http://www. innkap. se (http://www. innkap. se)) is a Swedish-based venture fund investing in early stage ICT and Healthcare & Life Sciences companies primarily in the Nordic region. Psilos Ventures (http://www. psilos. com (http://www. psilos. com)), headquartered in New York, specializes in mid - to later-stage healthcare services, healthcare IT, and medical devices investments.

For more information, please visit JCG’s website at http://www. JacobsCapitalGroup. com (http://www. JacobsCapitalGroup. com)

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Swisslog to Present Patient Safety Solutions, Mobile Robot at ASHP Summer Show

Swisslog to Present Patient Safety Solutions, Mobile Robot at ASHP Summer Show

Patient safety and staff efficiency are among the top concerns of hospital administrators throughout North America. Healthcare executives do not want to sacrifice one for the other, nor do they have to thanks to Swisslog’s pharmacy automation and materials transport solutions.

Denver, Colo. (PRWEB) May 25, 2010

Patient safety and staff efficiency are among the top concerns of hospital administrators throughout North America. Healthcare executives do not want to sacrifice one for the other, nor do they have to thanks to Swisslog’s pharmacy automation and materials transport solutions.

Swisslog Healthcare Solutions helps hospitals increase patient safety as well as maintain an efficient workflow process in all areas in the facility. Swisslog’s vast and varied product portfolio is so extensive that one booth at ASHP Summer Show 2010 just wasn’t enough. The company will be exhibiting its wares at two separate booths during the June 6 – 8 show in Tampa, FL.

Building safety through Swisslog’s pharmacy automation solutions will be the focus in booth #313. Swisslog’s expanding pharmacy portfolio includes solutions ranging from unit dose packagers to inventory management software. The booth will feature two simultaneous presentations on how Swisslog technology such as PillPick, a multi-tasking robot; BoxPicker, an alternative to a vertical carousel; and the ATP Series of high-speed unit dose packagers can help pharmacies reduce medication errors and increase staff time for clinical tasks.

In the second Swisslog booth (#423), the company’s newest materials transport technology, SpeciMinder, will be demonstrated. SpeciMinder is an autonomous mobile robot designed specifically for intra-departmental applications, particularly within hospital pharmacies and laboratories, where it can provide both on-demand and scheduled transport of payloads weighing up to 50 pounds. In addition to SpeciMinder, information will also be presented about Swisslog’s pneumatic tube system for rapid transport of medications from the pharmacy to patient floors.

Swisslog Healthcare Solutions is the leading supplier of logistics automation solutions for healthcare facilities. Swisslog has installed automated materials transport and pharmacy automation systems in more than 3,000 hospitals around the world, including more than 2,000 in North America. Swisslog offers total systems design, manufacturing, installation and customer support providing a complete supply-chain management approach to logistics challenges of hospitals. The North American division of Swisslog Healthcare Solutions is based in Denver, CO.

About Swisslog
Swisslog is a global provider of integrated logistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers and hospitals. Its comprehensive services portfolio ranges from building complex warehouses and distribution centers to implementing Swisslog's own software to intra-company logistics solutions for hospitals.

Swisslog’s solutions optimize customers’ production, logistics and distribution processes in order to increase flexibility, responsiveness and quality of service while minimizing logistics costs. With years of experience in the development and implementation of integrated logistics solutions, Swisslog provides the expertise that customers in more than 50 countries rely on.

Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog currently employs over 2,000 staff in about 20 countries worldwide. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG. S). For more information, visit www. swisslog. com.

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Jarred Yaron CEO & President for Aqua Matrix Has Made It Easier for People to Break Into the Entertainment Industry With Revolutionary Technology

Jarred Yaron CEO & President for Aqua Matrix Has Made It Easier for People to Break Into the Entertainment Industry With Revolutionary Technology

The concept evolved when Jarred Yaron CEO & President and Dexter Means Vice President simply recognized a need for a service. They felt that they could profoundly affect the casting system of the entertainment industry with the ease of Aqua Matrix.

(PRWEB) December 23, 2004

Aqua Matrix, Inc. is a leading talent technology services company headquartered in the epicenter of the entertainment industry, New York City www. aquamatrix. net.

As a nationally recognized entrepreneur, Jarred Yaron CEO & President of Aqua Matrix credits his success to his ability to create and nurture lasting, functioning, and flourishing relationships. At the age of 25, YaronÂ’s most recent business success has been with Yaron Properties, Inc., closing multi-million dollar real estate deals, acting as CEO of the entrepreneurial real estate investment management firm, based in Philadelphia with offices in New York and Miami.

While Jarred continues to work with Yaron Properties, he simultaneously focuses his time and energy on a new, highly innovative venture: Aqua Matrix, the talent network. Aqua Matrix is a highly revolutionary concept offering online casting for talent and Technology for executives in the entertainment industry, both nationally and internationally. Yaron created Aqua Matrix in the spring of 2003 with friend and former agent, Dexter Means.

The concept evolved when Means and Yaron simply recognized a need for a service. They felt that they could profoundly affect the casting system of the entertainment industry with the ease of www. aquamatrix. net

As a deeply spiritual person, Yaron collaborates with Means to ensure that they focus their efforts not only on the business aspect of the project, but on the sensory and aesthetic value of Aqua as well. “I put great value on the words of Henry Ford, who said: ‘Whether you think you can, or think you can’t, you’re right.’ I believe that it really is that simple, and through Aqua, we can inspire with philosophies such as this and shift the tides of thinking of an entire population who dream to do something bigger, but cannot find a path” Yaron says, insistent about motivating people to have a better attitude about job opportunities.

Although figures such as Donald Trump and Henry Ford are business successes that Yaron respects, he also models additional figures who have affected the world in a much more profound way. Yaron’s philosophy follows that of the greatest figures of the 20th century. The legendary Nelson Mandela and Ghandi are among those who are a major source of personal inspiration. “I believe in much more than providing a service to those that are interested. I am involved in Aqua Matrix because I want people to be honestly informed. I want the Aqua Matrix experience to educate, inspire and motivate. From the music to the lights to the services offered, our guests are getting a first-class experience. Whether they visit us again or not, I want them to leave feeling better for having been here.”

One final aspect of Aqua Matrix that Yaron is happy to divulge is its name origin. The business partners founded Aqua Matrix with a strong sense of both words’ meaning. “Aqua is a very powerful word. The majority of the earth is made of water, and we as humans are made up of mostly water. We developed this name to express to people that they have the resources to be as powerful as the oceans of the world. They have the power to direct their own path.”

“…through Aqua, we can inspire and shift the tides of thinking of an entire population who dream to do something bigger, but cannot find a path …”

Yaron continues his quest for personal enlightenment in all aspects of his life, physically, emotionally, and professionally. He has geared Yaron Properties to succeed in this millennium with revolutionary concepts, including plans for a spiritual development community. This community will offer luxury living that encourages total harmony of mind, body, and spirit. Yaron will make what many consider an abstract idea concrete with an understanding of the importance of a healthy environment to compliment what may be an already healthy mind and body.

Aqua Matrix possesses an additional corporate mission that services industry professionals such as agencies and casting directors, thirsting for fresh, new waves of talent. AquaÂ’s mission is to provide talent-seekers with the most effective means of identification and placement of those individuals they seek to hire. During events, talent is identified and categorized, and the services detailed above help enhance and conform large pools of talent into a manageable database. This database of AquaFiles will be managed and maintained for the industry affiliates that desire accessibility.

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GotVMail Communications To Host Networking Event At U. S. Chamber of Commerce's Access 2006: America's Small Business Summit

GotVMail Communications To Host Networking Event At U. S. Chamber of Commerce's Access 2006: America's Small Business Summit

GotVMail Communications (http://www. gotvmail. com), the Virtual Phone System for Today's Small Business, today announced that it will host a networking event at the United States Chamber of Commerce’s ACCESS 2006: America’s Small Business Summit on Thursday, May 11, at 10:45 a. m. on the Independence Level of the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Washington, D. C.

WASHINGTON, DC and WESTON, MA (PRWEB) May 10, 2006 -—

GotVMail Communications (http://www. gotvmail. com (http://www. gotvmail. com)), the Virtual Phone System for Today's Small Business, today announced that it will host a networking event at the United States Chamber of Commerce’s ACCESS 2006: America’s Small Business Summit on Thursday, May 11, at 10:45 a. m. on the Independence Level of the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Washington, D. C.

"GotVMail is honored to participate in the Chamber's ACCESS 2006 event and give small business owners and entrepreneurs an opportunity to meet with one another and discuss how to run their businesses more efficiently and profitably," said John Joyce, GotVMail Vice President of Business Development.

Nearly 600 small business owners will gather at ACCESS 2006 to address the opportunities and challenges faced by small business. Issues such as healthcare costs, legal reform, workforce development, international trade, and business growth strategies will top the agenda for the two-day event. During the summit, one small business will receive the "2006 U. S. Chamber Small Business of the Year" Award. The summit will also feature a rally on Capitol Hill on small business issues and visits with Members of Congress.

GotVMail offers a virtual phone system that allows small businesses, home-based businesses, and mobile entrepreneurs to always sound their best, better manage incoming calls, and simplify the way callers reach them. With GotVMail, small businesses have big company telecommunications capability and functionality – including a virtual local or toll-free number with a customized main greeting, multiple mailboxes for departments or employees, music-on-hold, dial-by-name directory and more – starting at just $9.95 a month. Calls can be forwarded to a cell phone, home office, anywhere. Voicemails and faxes can even be e-mailed as MP3 and PDF attachments.

About GotVMail Communications

GotVMail’s virtual phone system for small and home-based businesses and on-the-go entrepreneurs provides big company telephone functionality and sound for as little as $9.95 a month. With GotVMail, a small business always sound its best, gains control over incoming calls, and simplifies the way callers reach them. Customizable for 1 to 10 employees, GotVMail works with any phone, from anywhere, yet requires no additional equipment or software. GotVMail – The Virtual Phone System for Today's Small Business. www. gotvmail. com

About the U. S. Chamber of Commerce

The U. S. Chamber of Commerce is the world's largest business federation representing more than 3 million small businesses and organizations of every size, sector and region. Additional information about ACCESS 2006: America’s Small Business Summit can be found on the Chamber's Web site at: http://www. uschamber. com/sb/summit/default. htm? n=ql (http://www. uschamber. com/sb/summit/default. htm? n=ql).

David Powers

GotVMail Communications

617.395.5712

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Diabetic Suppliers Join Forces to Provide Medicare-Covered Diabetes Testing Supplies to Hispanics

Diabetic Suppliers Join Forces to Provide Medicare-Covered Diabetes Testing Supplies to Hispanics

FreedoMed acquires AM-Med Direct Diabetic Supply expanding their reach to Hispanics with diabetes.

Boca Raton, FL (PRWEB) February 8, 2007

Leading diabetic supply company Freedom Medical Services today announced that they have acquired Boca Raton, FL-based diabetic supplier (http://www. freedomed. com/Freedom_Acquires_Ammed_Press_Release. asp) AM-Med Diabetic Supply.

The acquisition of the 5-year-old Am-Med, which specializes in the Spanish-speaking markets in the United States and Puerto Rico, gives Freedom Medical Services a strong foothold in the Hispanic diabetes (http://www. freedomed. com/Freedom_Acquires_Ammed_Press_Release. asp) market.

"We're excited about the opportunity to further expand our diabetes supplier offering to the Hispanic diabetes market," said FreedoMed Vice President of Marketing Lorne Yaffe.

According to the Center for Disease Control, Hispanic/Latino Americans are at particularly high risk for type 2 Diabetes and its complications and are 1.7 percent more likely to have diabetes than non-Hispanics. In 2005, about 2.5 million Hispanic/Latino Americans over the age of 20 had diabetes.

Freedom Medical Services, also based in Boca Raton, FL, is the nation's leading online mail-order, diabetic medical supply company, offering brand name, Medicare covered diabetes testing supplies (http://www. freedomed. com/Freedom_Acquires_Ammed_Press_Release. asp) delivered directly to the individual's home.

Freedom Medical Services provides personalized customer service and reduced expenses to those with diabetes, and Medicare covered diabetes testing supplies are delivered at no cost to the patient.

Freedom Medical Services' benefits include: free delivery directly to patient's homes, no insurance paperwork to complete, no upfront costs or waiting weeks or months for reimbursement, diabetic supplies delivered at very low or no cost to you, supplier of all the leading national brands. Leading products include: One Touch Ultra, Accu-Chek Compact and Abbott FreeStyle.

About Freedom Medical Services

Freedom Medical Services is a Medicare participating provider and specializes in providing Medicare covered diabetes supplies and we accept Medicare assignment. In addition, we support Private Insurance, Major Medical and Group Health Insurance Plans; we accept most plans in all 50 states with the exception of HMO's.

For information about our free diabetic supplies and the Hispanic diabetes (http://www. freedomed. com/Freedom_Acquires_Ammed_Press_Release. asp) market, complete a free online application at http://www. freedomed. com (http://www. freedomed. com) or call toll free at 1-800-933-8085 to compete a free application over the phone. For information about the signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes, please visit http://www. freedomed. com (http://www. freedomed. com).

Media Contacts: Jay Berkowitz, Ten Golden Rules, Ten Golden Rules, (561) 620-9121, and Lorne Yaffe, Freedom Medical Services, http://www. freedomed. com (http://www. freedomed. com), (561) 338-4900.

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SecureIT Awarded Multi-Year Cybersecurity Contract with Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC)

SecureIT Awarded Multi-Year Cybersecurity Contract with Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC)

SecureIT to provide Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) cybersecurity services spanning continuous monitoring, forensics, program development, penetration testing, and security tool implementation.

Vienna, VA (PRWEB) December 7, 2010

SecureIT, a privately held leading provider of professional and technical services for cybersecurity, information assurance and risk management, announced award of a prime contract with the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), an independent agency of the Federal Government. OPIC helps U. S. businesses invest overseas, fosters economic development in new and emerging markets, complements the private sector in managing risks associated with foreign direct investment, and supports U. S. foreign policy. OPIC’s financing and political risk insurance help U. S. businesses of all sizes to compete in emerging markets and meet the challenges of investing overseas when private sector support is not available.

Under the terms of the 5 year contract, SecureIT will provide OPIC with:
 Continuous monitoring and security authorization per FISMA, NIST and OMB.  Vulnerability assessment, security information and event management (SIEM)  Operational security assessments and penetration testing  Program maturity assessments and strategic planning  Computer forensic investigations and incident response  Security tool evaluations and implementation

“We look forward to assisting OPIC in maturing its cybersecurity program and adapting to evolving regulations and emerging threats” stated Jim Graham, Senior Vice President for Federal Programs at SecureIT. “Federal agencies are confronted with demands for IT services amidst a sophisticated threat environment and complex compliance requirements.” Graham added, “SecureIT assists agencies in developing and adapting their strategic cybersecurity plans to enable the adoption of new strategies such as cloud computing while implementing infrastructure to support near real-time automated monitoring and reporting on security risks and compliance”.

About SecureIT

SecureIT is a professional and technical services firm that assists Government agencies, Corporations and Non-Profit organizations in managing security and privacy risks through implementation of secure, trusted and compliant information systems. SecureIT services and solutions span Cybersecurity; Information Assurance; Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC), IT Audit, and Security Training. Through consulting, security lifecycle support, independent assessment, and remediation services, SecureIT assists organizations in protecting information and complying with regulations. With a special focus on the Federal Government, Financial Services, and Healthcare markets, SecureIT offers knowledge and experience in overcoming the challenges of compliance with FISMA, FISCAM, HIPAA, HITECH, Privacy Act, SOX, and PCI. The company was founded in 2001 and is located in Reston, VA. Employees of the company maintain security certifications and are active in standards and industry organizations such as ISACA, IIA, ACT-IAC, AFCEA, Cloud Security Alliance, ISSA and HIMSS. For additional information contact 703.464.7010 or visit http://www. secureit. com.

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Australian Retirement Visa Due to Cease 1 July 2005

Australian Retirement Visa Due to Cease 1 July 2005

Applications for the Australian Retirement visa, known as the Australian subclass 410 Retirement visa, will no longer be accepted after 30 June 2005, according to a statement made today by Len Holt, president, Migration Institute of Australia (MIA).

(PRWEB) March 29, 2005

Applications for the Australian Retirement visa, known as the Australian subclass 410 Retirement visa, will no longer be accepted after 30 June 2005, according to a statement made today by Len Holt, president, Migration Institute of Australia (MIA).

Under the current Australian Retirement visa scheme, UK nationals over the age of 55 are eligible to live in the country for a period of two years. Visa holder status is re-examined every two years on a roll-over basis.

‘At this point, it is still possible for UK nationals to meet the deadline, but they need to begin the application process today,’ said Chris Cook, manager, case work department, Australian Visa Bureau. ‘Anyone considering applying for the Australian subclass 410 Retirement visa needs to meet the basic requirements and fulfil the medical and police requirements too. Retirees should consider consulting a registered Australian migration agent for details and a complete understanding of the application process and timelines,’ said Cook.

The basic requirements for an Australian subclass 410 Retirement visa are:

Have a base capital (Asset) level of AUD $870,000 or

Have a base capital (Asset) level of AUD $800,000, (if you have a Non-Dependant child living permanently in Australia) or

Have a base capital (Asset) level of $A350,000 plus pensions and or other capital (Asset) for investment that can provide an annual income of AUD $52,000 per year. (This figure covers joint husband and wife applications) or

Have a base capital (Asset) level of AUD $315,000 plus pensions and or other capital (asset) for investment that can provide an annual income of AUD $50,000 (if you have a Non-Dependant Child living permanently in Australia)

Additional criteria to be met:

Have no intention of working full-time Have no dependent children or any other dependent family members Be of good health and character Hold adequate health cover

Persons who currently hold 410 visas, or those applicants who lodge prior to the cut-off date of 30 June 2005, which result in the granting of a Retirement visa, will be treated differently according to information supplied by Mr Holt. Changes coming from the Australian Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA) have yet to be confirmed, according to Mr Holt.

‘The 410 visa is to be replaced by the Regional Investor category, but it is not clear at this point that this will come into effect on 1 July,’ Mr Holt said in a statement to MIA members. ‘There appears to be some level of resistance on the part of one or other of the State/Territory Governments,’ said Mr Holt.

About Australian Visa Bureau

The Australian Visa Bureau specialises in arranging visas for British and Irish national looking to live and work in Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Based in London, the company ensures clients are given the most up to date information concerning immigration and visa policy. Visit www. visabureau. co. uk for further information and free online visa assessments.

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Correct Your Metabolism with the Only Known Weight Loss Cure

Correct Your Metabolism with the Only Known Weight Loss Cure

People are astounded at the almost immediate results using the HCG Weight Loss Cure.

Beverly Hills, CA (PRWEB) February 22, 2010

While obesity seems to plaguing America at an alarming rate, very few know how to actually cure it.

Weigh Less hCG is announcing "a way out" special on all hCG Weight Loss Cure Kits.

Thanks to the discovery of Dr. A. T.W. Simeons, and brought to light by New York Times Best-Selling author Kevin Trudeau, author of the New York Times Best Selling Book "The Weight Loss Cure" - The Weight Loss Cure "THEY" Don't Want You to Know About, there is indeed a healthy way to lose weight without the use of drugs or any surgery.

Success stories are abound when it comes to those who have ever tried the Weight Loss Cure.

Now it is possible up to lose 43 pounds in 43 days, or for those need to lose less, 23 pounds in 23 days by following the weight loss protocol as discovered by Dr. Simeons.

How does it work?

When Dr. Simeons was performing his studies in India on weight loss in 1959 (refer to www. weighlesshcg. com/simeons (http://www. weighlesshcg. com/simeons)), he learned by watching the working women of the field, that even though they themselves were practically starving to death, no matter what they were still giving birth to normal weight babies. Which led him to the conclusion that the natural hormone hCG, which is created by the body during pregnancy, actually allows the body's stored fat to be mobilized and used as fuel.

Since the body's natural hormone hCG is readily found within the urine of pregnant women, he started giving treatment to overweight boys using hCG along with a specialized VLCD (very low calorie diet).

Dr. Simeons' realized with these treatments, the boys in question were consistently losing a pound a day without any signs of hunger. (refer to www. weighlesshcg. com/services (http://www. weighlesshcg. com/services))

Even though the FDA still refuses to acknowledge Dr. Simeons for his accomplishments, it is legal for people to prescribe treatment for themselves under constitutional law (refer to www. weighlesshcg. com/privacy (http://www. weighlesshcg. com/privacy)). Although Weigh Less HCG does not sell hCG directly, there is a way of obtaining complete HCG Weight Loss Cure Kits via an international escrow service that can assist you within 3-5 business days.

Purchasing hCG Weight Loss Cure Kits from Weigh Less HCG (www. weighlesshcg. com) can help those who are interested in losing excess weight safely, permanently and effectively.

Marketing Chairperson Jenine Garrish states in regards to the diet plan, "Because of the painful social stigmas that can go along with being overweight, we believe that every person deserves to seek happiness. And for many of our clients, happiness IS weight loss!"

The average hCG dieter experiences rapid weight loss averaging 1 to 3 pounds per day. In addition to loss of unwanted fat, the true benefit of the hCG protocol is its ability to help modify the dieter's relationship with food and eating, resulting in easily maintained, long-term weight loss.

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EdenFantasys is an Official Panel Sponsor at BlogHer 2010, Representing the Adult Industry and Continuing to Build Relationships with Bloggers

EdenFantasys is an Official Panel Sponsor at BlogHer 2010, Representing the Adult Industry and Continuing to Build Relationships with Bloggers

EdenFantasys is officially sponsoring the only panel about sexuality at BlogHer 2010, and takes adult retail into the mainstream spotlight while personally engaging over 2,000 dedicated bloggers at the sold-out conference.

Monroe Township, NJ (Vocus) July 28, 2010

Everyone who understands and works with online communities knows about BlogHer. It is one of the most influential blogger platforms online, a veritable powerhouse network of real women writing about their experiences and opinions on every conceivable topic. On August 5–7, over 2,400 bloggers will gather in New York City to attend the sixth annual BlogHer conference, being held at The Hilton New York. Building on the momentum of five consecutive sold-out annual conferences, BlogHer '10 will bring bloggers from every corner of the blogosphere together for hands-on learning, rich discussions, the chance to meet with the brands that support them, and plentiful networking opportunities. It’s all about community at BlogHer, and that’s exactly what makes it a perfect fit for EdenFantasys. com.

Focusing on community building and setting a new standard for how adult retail can be relatable and approachable are the core priorities for EdenFantasys. As Eden continues to grow their blogger network of writers, product reviewers, and ambassadors, the online conversation becomes more diversified and valuable. No other adult retailer has been able to reach so many people in so many places; many are watching closely as EdenFantasys continues to break new ground.

EdenFantasys. com is proudly sponsoring the only panel at BlogHer ’10 to approach blogging about sexuality, ‘Bringing sex out of the closet’, being held on Friday, August 6th. Moderated by New York sex, dating and relationships writer, Twanna Hines aka Funky Brown Chick, this panel will touch on how to have a healthy sex life and how to use the internet to discuss sex and to find resources on sexual health information.

Twanna Hines says, on participating at BlogHer, “I've spoken at BlogHer previously, and I'm excited about returning this year. It's a fantastic event with rich discussions about a wide variety of topics affecting women online.” And when asked about the panel and having EdenFantasys as the sponsor, she said, “Leading the panel discussion is a real honor for me because it brings together a diverse group of women to talk about the politics of sex in a serious, informative, and thought-provoking manner. I support EdenFantasys’ mission to get a community people together to talk about healthy views about sex. I think it's great they provide good resources and products, and it seems like a natural sponsor for our panel about sexuality.”

Panelists include: AV Flox, who writes at ‘Sex and the 405’; Genia Stevens, who produces ‘Sister Talk Radio’; ‘Mominatrix’ sex advice columnist, Kristen Chase; and Tess Danesi of Urban Gypsy. Takeaways include materials from the panelists and swag bags provided by EdenFantasys.

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LRA Worldwide CEO Rob Rush Invited to Address the Historic Hotels of America Annual Meeting

LRA Worldwide CEO Rob Rush Invited to Address the Historic Hotels of America Annual Meeting

Rob Rush, CEO of LRA Worldwide, Inc., has been invited to address the attendees at the Historic Hotels of American Annual Meeting, October 24-26 at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, Michigan.

Horsham, PA (PRWEB) October 11, 2006

Rob Rush, CEO of LRA Worldwide, Inc., has been invited to address the attendees at the Historic Hotels of American Annual Meeting, October 24-26 at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, Michigan. Rush will address the gathering Wednesday, October 25th at 11:30 AM on Customer Experience Management or CEM.

Rush, one of the pioneers in the rapidly-growing field of CEM, will focus his presentation specifically on how certain companies attain a competitive advantage via the design and implementation of enhanced experiences that speak directly to customer needs and wants. The resulting formation of an emotional bond between the company and the customer yields a profitable, long-term relationship.

“Rob has been widely published in industry trades and general business publications over the years, and I have always been a big fan of his writing and point-of-view,” explained Thierry Roch, Executive Director of Historic Hotels of America. “When I read his recent article on emotional branding, it occurred to me that he would be a natural fit to speak at our annual meeting. All of our members are trying to gain as much insight as possible on how to create an emotional bridge to the guest, so Rob’s message will be of great interest.”

Rush has been a featured speaker at a number of corporate events and industry conferences in the past year. Rush has delivered the CEM message at annual meetings for Farm Credit Canada, InfoGenesis, the Delaware North Companies and Colorado Ski Country USA, among others; he has also presented at the North American Conference on Customer Management (Orlando, FL) and the Internal Branding Conference (New York, NY). Following his address to the Historic Hotels of America group in Michigan, Rush will travel to Rome to address the ESOMAR Leisure 2006 Conference on November 6th. 

“This is an exciting opportunity to talk about Customer Experience Management and emotionally engaging the customer with a group that really gets it,” Rush said. “As CEM grows in acceptance and importance in the marketplace, we are working with more companies in financial services, healthcare, B2B and other sectors where being ‘customer-centric’ has traditionally been an afterthought. Our roots – both as a company and for me personally - are in the hospitality industry, so this feels like a homecoming of sorts.”

The annual meeting is one of the Historic Hotels of America membership benefits. Conducted within the leisurely, relaxed confines of historic Mackinac Island, members will receive information on brand and membership initiatives, new members, a small trade show and vendor presentations, and insights from various experts in and around the customer experience and customer feedback disciplines.

About Historic Hotels of America:

National Trust Historic Hotels of America (HHA) is a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. HHA has identified more than 200 quality hotels that have faithfully maintained their historic architecture and ambience. To be selected for this program, a hotel must be at least 50 years old, listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places or recognized locally as having historic significance. To learn more, visit the HHA Web site at www. historichotels. org.

About LRA Worldwide:

LRA Worldwide, Inc., is a leading consulting, organizational development and research company that specializes in Customer Experience Management (CEM). LRA helps companies and brands design and deliver the optimal customer experience across all key touch points using an integrated suite of services that measure and improve service quality, customer satisfaction, employee performance, loyalty, customer advocacy and profitability. LRA specializes in “operationalizing the brand” – turning brand promise and customer strategy into operational reality. LRA’s tactical CEM practice areas include Customer Experience Strategy Design, Standards Development & Content Management, Organizational Development & Training, Customer and Employee Research and Quality Assurance & Mystery Shopping; these are either deployed together in a strategic manner to continually monitor and improve the customer experience or deployed individually to address a specific client tactical need.

LRA’s clients include some of the world’s leading companies and brands in the hospitality industry and beyond, including Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Hard Rock, the PGA TOUR, Albertsons Supermarkets, the NBA and MGM MIRAGE. For more information, visit the company’s Web site at www. LRAworldwide. com.

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Healthy Black Hair Gets A Boost From New Fast Grow Hair Care Line

Healthy Black Hair Gets A Boost From New Fast Grow Hair Care Line

Research has proven that Black hair has special needs, and SalonWeb, a leading international provider of hair care products, is addressing these needs by taking a new, healthier approach to the issue. SalonWeb developed Fast Grow, a cutting edge supplement specifically designed for Black hair. The supplements are designed to provide the body with everything it needs to grow healthy hair.

Collierville, TN (PRWEB) January 2, 2007

It's a commonly held notion that the way to get strong, healthy hair is to strictly use a shampoo, conditioner, or topical solution that is rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals. In actuality, what you eat can have a bigger effect on your hair's condition than what shampoo you use. SalonWeb has taken on the challenge of creating a dietary supplement formulated to provide the body with all of the vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that it needs to grow healthy hair…healthy Black hair. This cutting edge supplement is called Fast Grow and it is making quite an impact in the ethnic hair care industry.

According to Fast Grow creator Mike Trobee, "Having been in the business of successfully formulating hair care products for years, our African American customers were telling us that while they loved our products - Black hair is different. So, we decided to take those comments to heart and head back to the labs." What Trobee came up with is truly a breakthrough for Black hair.

In order to provide a complete hair care program, Accelerate Shampoo with Emu Oil was developed to compliment Fast Grow. This scientifically advanced shampoo contains a potent blend of vitamins, minerals, protein and moisturizers that work together to soften and strengthen hair. Both Accelerate and Fast Grow are part of SalonWeb's Exotic Allure line.

Fast Grow is often referred to as the "vitamin for faster growing hair." One Fast Grow customer claims that after using the supplements for about two months her hair "(has) grown 3 inches and is extremely healthy". Another user raves, "This product works! It makes your hair really healthy and manageable." Trobee states, "We get testimonials like these on a daily basis. People are thrilled to find a product that truly makes their hair healthier and more resistant to the damage that harsh chemical treatments can cause. We love hearing that we've helped."

For more information visit Exotic Allure (http://www. exoticallure. com) or SalonWeb (http://www. salonweb. com) or call 888.849.8686.

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PETCO and PETCO Foundation Aid California Wildfire Animal Relief

PETCO and PETCO Foundation Aid California Wildfire Animal Relief

The PETCO Foundation today begins a 10-day emergency Round-Up program to raise money to help animals affected by this week’s wildfires in Southern California.

San Diego (Vocus) October 24, 2007

The PETCO Foundation today begins a 10-day emergency Round-Up program to raise money to help animals affected by this week’s wildfires in Southern California.

The Round-Up is a nationwide opportunity for PETCO customers to “round up” their purchases to the next highest dollar as a contribution to the Foundation. All donations will go toward the Foundation’s ongoing efforts to aid animals affected by the fires and other incidents.

PETCO and its vendors, along with the PETCO Foundation have provided products valued at more than $200,000 to evacuation centers and animal welfare groups throughout San Diego County.

In addition, PETCO associates have donated thousands of hours of time to help support the effort to meet the needs of its customers, shelter partners and evacuation centers.

"Since the fires started Sunday afternoon, our associates have worked together to coordinate a rapid, thoughtful response to the crisis," said Jim Myers, PETCO CEO. "Many continue to work tirelessly around the clock. Our actions have helped to alleviate the considerable stress on animals in this situation. Our response once again displays how deeply the passion for animals runs at PETCO."

PETCO and The PETCO Foundation arranged for and delivered truckloads of food, kennels and other supplies to pets and their pet parents displaced by this week’s wildfires in California.

Semis were dispatched from the company’s Mira Loma, Calif., distribution center to evacuation locations to help ensure the health and well-being of animals through the crisis.

Through the week, PETCO stores remained opened and product shipments were expedited so that customers’ needs could be met.

To donate online or to locate a store near you, visit www. petco. com.

To get the latest news on anything and everything PETCO – from updates about the company to incredible acts of animal kindness, visit the company’s blog at www. petconews. com.

PETCO is a privately held specialty retailer that provides products, services and advice that make it easier for our customers to be great pet parents. We operate more than 850 stores in 49 states and the District of Columbia, as well as a leading pet products and information destination at www. petco. com. Our nonprofit organization, The PETCO Foundation, has raised more than $36 million since its inception in 1999 to help promote and improve the welfare of companion animals. In conjunction with the foundation, we work with and support more than 4,600 local animal welfare groups across the country to help find homes for more than 200,000 adoptable animals every year.

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World's First Healthy Coffee

World's First Healthy Coffee

Answers for several health problems as easy as drinking coffee.

Santa Monica, CA (PRWEB) April 20, 2006

Today’s stock market shows that coffee is a 90 billion dollar industry. What does that mean for U. S. consumers? On average, consumers in North America drink more than 400 million cups of coffee a day. No better way to start the day, right? However, because of this development we are seeing growth in health problems due to caffeine and acid intake, but there is an easy remedy for this without giving up this popular beverage.

Among the many examples of health problems caused by caffeine and acid is an alarming growth in cardiovascular health conditions and heightened blood pressure, which then contributes to the development of heart disease. Caffeine also stimulates the production of stress hormones which raises anxiety, muscular tension, indigestion and a decrease in immunity.

The human body calls for alkaline pH balance for the best possible health. There are over 208 acids within regular coffee that can contribute to a wide variety of health problems due to the breakdown of the pH level. These problems can include arthritis, skin irritations and stomach problems. The list of ailments goes on, and leaves a thinking person ready to quit drinking coffee altogether if it wasn’t for the fact that consumers have grown accustomed to the rich aroma and taste, as well as the energy boost it gives. In today’s world of heightened health awareness the desire to drink a healthy coffee has become an issue. Consumers do not want to give up their java, but do want to take care of their bodies.

The answer could be as simple as switching the brand of coffee you drink. The best of both worlds has finally arrived. Healthy Coffee! This new gourmet coffee makes it easy for the busy American to continue the enjoyment of their daily cup of java (or two or three) while improving their health. It has less caffeine than the regular decaffeinated coffee on the market and the robust flavor will surprise the most select of coffee consumers. What makes this coffee actually improve health as apposed to simply being decaffeinated? It is the secret ingredient, “The King of Herbs.”

Clinical studies have uncovered an ancient health secret used by the Asian countries for many centuries. The Ganoderma Lucidum mushroom; better known in many parts of the world as the “reishi mushroom” has been used for more than 4000 years in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is documented as a potent builder of the immune system to help our body’s natural ability to fight disease. It also reduces stress while maintaining a steady flow of energy and balances the pH level within the system. Reishi has been, until recently, a difficult and expensive herb to obtain. In the past it was only available to the very wealthy or reserved for royalty. With this new healthy coffee it has been made available for the general public.

For more information on this incredible immune boosting herb and information on purchasing the coffee that contains this herb contact Coffee Team Online at 888-841-6055 or http://www. gethealthyoncoffee. com (http://www. gethealthyoncoffee. com)

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"LOCAL HEROES" PROGRAM UNVEILED BY MERIDIAN DENTAL

"LOCAL HEROES" PROGRAM UNVEILED BY MERIDIAN DENTAL

Has someone recently put a smile on your face? Now they can be acknowledged and have their smile brightened as well. Dr. Ronald D. Perry and Dr. Michele Semonelli of Meridian Dental Associates, announced the “Local Hero” program that will reward a monthly winner with the top of the line Sonicare™ electrical tooth brush and a place on Meridian’s “Local Heroes” wall display in the reception area. The public is encouraged to submit nominations of their family, friends and co-workers who may have done something particularly kind or heroic.

(PRWEB) September 16, 2001

"LOCAL HEROES" PROGRAM

UNVEILED BY MERIDIAN DENTAL

Community members recognized for making miles of smiles.

DATELINE: SOUTH WEYMOUTH, MA; ISSUED SEPTEMBER 14, 2001 . . .

Has someone recently put a smile on your face? Now they can be acknowledged and have their smile brightened as well.

Dr. Ronald D. Perry and Dr. Michele Semonelli of Meridian Dental Associates, announced the “Local Hero” program that will reward a monthly winner with the top of the line Sonicare™ electrical tooth brush and a place on Meridian’s “Local Heroes” wall display in the reception area. The public is encouraged to submit nominations of their family, friends and co-workers who may have done something particularly kind or heroic.

Nominations should include the name of the nominee and nominator, contact information for both persons and brief details as to the reason for the nomination. Nomination forms can be obtained at the Meridian Dental office located at 1650 Main Street, Route 18, South Weymouth, MA, or from MeridianÂ’s website - www. meridiandental. com.

Nominations should be forwarded to Meridian Dental Associates or can also be submitted electronically via fax to (781) 331-9380 or by email to DrPerry@MeridianDental. com.

Located at, is a state-of-the-art dental practice featuring the latest innovations in dental technology and patient care, combined with an educational approach to oral health. For more information about Meridian Dental Associates, or to schedule an appointment, visit www. meridiandental. com, or call (781) 331-9200.

Nominations may include a teacher, public official, co-worker, store clerk, neighbor or family member. Winners will be chosen by the staff of Meridian Dental.

“We wanted to do something to recognized and encouraged local people to perform selfless acts for others,” noted Dr. Ronald D. Perry. “The Local Hero program will help the limelight to those who rarely seek it, but deserve to take a bow. We are excited about launching this program and look forward the wide range of good deeds to be acknowledged.”

Located at 1650 Main Street, on Route 18 in South Weymouth, Meridian Dental Associates is a state-of-the-art dental practice featuring the latest innovations in dental technology and patient care, combined with an educational approach to oral health. For more information about Meridian Dental Associates, or to schedule an appointment, visit www. meridiandental. com, or call (781) 331-9200.

Health Savings Accounts Mark 3 Month Birthday

Health Savings Accounts Mark 3 Month Birthday

Health Savings Accounts were introduced into law on January 1, 2004 and have already played a significant role in the evolution health benefits plans. The IRS and employee benefits industry fine-tuned HSAs today with several clarifications to the law and enrollment procedures

(PRWEB) April 1, 2004

Health Savings Accounts are only three months old but have already made a significant impact on the design of employee health benefit programs. The Bush re-election campaign names HSAs as one of a three-pronged attack on the nationÂ’s health care problem (the other two prongs are medical liability reform and association health plans). In other circles, HSAs have been tagged as just another tax shelter for the rich. But practitioners in the employee benefits industry report interest in HSAs is stronger and more widespread than any other health plan innovation to date. The IRS marked the occasion today by issuing three clarifying publications about HSAs.

In summary, an HSA works like this: A healthy person drops their current health insurance plan and switches to a special new insurance specifically designed for this program. High-risk applicants are not eligible for this type of health insurance. The new HSA-qualified insurance costs about 30% less than the former insurance. A covered person may then open an account similar to an IRA and make tax-deductible deposits. The employer may also make contributions. Withdrawals may be taken tax-free at any time to cover health expenses not paid by insurance. The income tax savings average about $1000 per year for a typical HSA owner.

HSAs are most popular with self-employed individuals who buy their own health insurance. They like to keep the required insurance cost low while reserving the option to make a larger tax-deductible contribution to an HSA account if funds are available. The unfortunate statistic is that the majority of people in the self-employed category are financially struggling to meet basic expenses and have a hard time affording any health insurance – with or without an HSA. As a result, the benefits realized tend to fall short of expectations. Affluent self-employed persons consider the switch to HSAs to be an easy decision and welcome the immediate tax break and the opportunity to make additional tax-free investments.

The main problem with HSAs is that the saving in insurance cost is small compared to the risk posed by the high policy deductible. This is because HSA-qualified plans rely on a more expensive type of that insurance called “commercial indemnity” that bases eligible coverage on a private physician’s recommendation. In contrast, HMOs are able to keep insurance costs lower by legally overriding doctors’ recommendations. If the insurance savings is $100 per month as compared with a full coverage HMO, but the policy deductible of the HSA plan is $5000, it takes four years of no claims months to break even. On the other hand, HSA-qualified insurance takes many of the hidden costs out of health care so the coverage gap might not be as large as it appears. HSA insurance plans may not use “per person” deductibles (often a problem in family plans), or charge co-payments for doctor office visits or prescription drugs. It is generally believed that the out-of-pocket costs for a household with “full coverage” health insurance is about $1,200, so this narrows the gap between HMO and HSA total costs. A detailed example of a calculation of HSA savings for a typical household is published at www. healthsavingsaccount-hsa. com

The Treasury clarified today that HSA insurance plans may provide preventative care benefits and state-mandated coverage without violating federal requirements. This clarification might encourage more insurance companies to offer this type of health insurance plan but for now the choices are extremely limited.

Another problem is that the majority of people who opened Health Savings Accounts so far this year did not enroll in qualifying insurance but kept their previous high deductible insurance. At this time the IRS has not said how it will track the tax cheaters.

For small businesses, philosophical acceptance of HSAs is more widespread but implementing changes within group plans takes time. The current topic of discussion is whether to offer HSA plans as an option alone or combine them with a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA). At this time it appears that HRA plans hold a slight advantage over HSAs and FSAs for businesses providing health coverage to employees.

HSAs will not replace the managed care approach, but are a welcome tax break for healthy affluent individuals who insist on maintaining complete freedom of choice with regard to health care decisions.

Optical Image Technology, Inc. Announces DocFinity® Form Processor

Optical Image Technology, Inc. Announces DocFinity® Form Processor

Latest addition furthers DocFinity SuiteÂ’s ability to address business challenges

State College, PA (PRWEB) March 4, 2004 -

– Optical Image Technology, Inc. (OIT) proudly announces the addition of the DocFinity® Form Processor to its award-winning suite of electronic content and document management software solutions. The DocFinity Form Processor, which joins OIT’s product line through a partnership with SER Solutions, Inc., will integrate seamlessly with the DocFinity Suite to provide users with intelligent data capture.

When combined with the DocFinity Core, the DocFinity Form Processor will accurately extract business critical information from virtually any document type, regardless of form. SER’s intelligent data capture product, SERdistiller™, is the foundation of DocFinity Form Processor. By utilizing SERdistiller’s classification and extraction capabilities, DocFinity Form Processor accurately classifies structured and unstructured content, eliminating the need for costly custom coding and template design. Extracted information is then automatically transmitted to the DocFinity Object Importer for database storage and retrieval, as well as for updating other databases or applications simultaneously.

Scott M. F. Buchart, President and CEO of OIT, comments, “We’re very excited about the possibilities the DocFinity Form Processor brings to the DocFinity Suite. It not only allows us to further reflect the varying and changing needs of our customers, but also expands the DocFinity Suite’s capabilities to address critical business challenges.”

Organizations leveraging the DocFinity Form Processor in daily business processes can expect to reduce operating costs, improve accuracy in file processing, increase employee productivity and enhance current content management practices. The flexibility of the product lends itself to be easily implemented in virtually any paper-intensive process, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, human resources, claims processing and loan applications.

Buchart adds, “We live in a corporate culture where even the slightest slowdown in productivity can mean thousands of dollars in lost revenue. Now, through the addition of the DocFinity Form Processor, OIT customers are enabled to streamline form processing tasks, thereby improving production and reducing costs.”

For more information regarding the DocFinity Form Processor, please visit www. docfinity. com or contact Courtney Leigh Beisel at cbeisel@docfinity. com or 814-238-0038, ext. 253.

About Optical Image Technology, Inc.

Since 1986, OIT has been developing award-winning integrated document management solutions, including COLD-ERM/EBPP, Document Imaging, Workflow/Process Management, Browser Access/E-Business Enablement, HSM, Print/Fax Server, and Enhanced Index Extraction. OITÂ’s DocFinity Suite of Document Management Solutions has gained prominent industry recognition by organizations such as AIIM International, Transform Magazine, Doculabs and Kinetic Information.

OIT serves customers throughout the world and across all major industries, including insurance, financial services, pharmaceutical, education, healthcare, government, manufacturing, retail, utilities and publishing. By dynamically coordinating and managing the transfer of content, OIT enables organizations to realize increased profitability, improved productivity and enhanced customer satisfaction by empowering enterprise wide business processes. For more information, please visit www. docfinity. com.

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Robert Frances Group Releases Report on Faxing in the Enterprise: In-depth analyst report estimates the cost of a hosted fax service to be roughly one-third to one-half the total cost of ownership of fax servers

Robert Frances Group Releases Report on Faxing in the Enterprise: In-depth analyst report estimates the cost of a hosted fax service to be roughly one-third to one-half the total cost of ownership of fax servers.

As enterprise IT managers and CIOs continue to be pressed to do more with less, using a hosted fax service can deliver a total cost of ownership that is roughly one-third to one-half the total cost of ownership of fax servers. That's the conclusion reached in a new white paper released today by analyst firm the Robert Frances Group (RFG).

OTTAWA (PRWEB) September 12, 2007

 The 14-page report Analyzing Total Cost of Ownership for Internal v. Hosted Fax Services provides an in-depth look at the ongoing and hidden costs of using stand-alone fax machines or fax server technology in the enterprise, and how those costs can be reduced by moving to a hosted fax service.

"One of the key findings RFG has discovered is that owning and managing fax servers usually has many hidden costs," said Jerald Murphy, senior vice president and director of research with the Robert Frances Group. "These costs can include higher installation and deployment costs, integration costs, and overspending on excess capacity, networking/telephony and maintenance costs. They also add to IT's burden by creating another complex system that needs to be managed."

Murphy went on to state that hosted fax services "offer the same benefits (over stand-alone fax machines) as fax servers, along with improved mobility, significantly reduced downtime, scalability, and better security. In addition, because the infrastructure is outsourced there are no hidden maintenance, capital and operating costs."

The white paper provides a detailed analysis of both capital and operational costs involved with a fax server. Annual capital costs include software, hardware, design, and deployment costs, which in a typical enterprise sending 10,000 faxes per day are estimated at $6,930.

Even more eye-opening are the operational costs of fax servers. With software maintenance, networking maintenance, phone charges, and the cost of personnel to manage them, the total annual burden is an estimated $147,980, assuming all faxing is done from a central location. In an enterprise with 50,000 users in multiple locations, costs can escalate as high as $1,019,000 annually. RFG estimates the cost of a hosted fax service to be roughly one-third to one-half the total cost of ownership of fax servers.

One of the features of the white paper is an extensive analysis of the requirements for enterprise fax solutions. This section looks at factors such as availability and accountability, cost efficiency, scalability, and security that have to be taken into account when evaluating which fax solution best fits the enterprise. Enterprises that fall under legislation such as Sarbanes-Oxley and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) have to meet additional requirements in order to comply with those laws - a point Murphy says organizations often overlook.

"While there may be some sense of direct control by building a fax infrastructure internally, RFG has found that there are usually more costs and less control than executives would like to admit," Murphy said. "Internet fax services offer well-defined, easy to calculate costs, with none of the infrastructure planning or costs associated with building a dedicated fax environment. Typical operational savings should run from 49 to 64 percent of the costs of building and running service internally. At the same time the hidden costs are not incurred, security is improved, control is established, and documents are better managed with increased security."

Analyzing Total Cost of Ownership for Internal v. Hosted Fax Services is currently available for free download on the MyFax Web site http://www. myfax. com/downloads. asp? bt=c (http://www. myfax. com/downloads. asp? bt=c).

About MyFax

MyFax is the fastest growing Internet fax service used by individuals, small, medium and large businesses to send and receive faxes using existing email accounts or the web. MyFax offers services in North America and Europe, including the United Kingdom to industries recognized among the fastest growing adopters of internet fax including finance, insurance, real estate, healthcare, transportation and government. More than 10,000 new customers subscribe to MyFax each month. Additional information is available at www. myfax. com and www. myfax. uk. com.

Plenitas Announces Its Travel Agent Network Program to Sell Medical-Travel and Tourism Packages

Plenitas Announces Its Travel Agent Network Program to Sell Medical-Travel and Tourism Packages

Become a certified medical-tourism agent and enter the booming medical-travel business by catering to both the youth-oriented and aging baby boom generation.

Buenos Aires, Argentina and Miami, FL (PRWEB) August 31, 2004

Today, Plenitas S. A., a leading medical-tourism provider based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, announced the formation of its agentÂ’s network program. Certified agents will be able to represent Plenitas on a three-tiered system and will be able to offer the companyÂ’s medical-tourism and medical travel packages to a wide range of individuals and institutions.

The Plenitas Agents Network is open to qualified individuals, travel agents, marketing agencies and medical institutions and professionals to represent Plenitas to their local market. Qualified Agents will be able to represent the complete line of medical-travel packages that Plenitas offers including their top selling liposuction and breast implants and Tango packages.

“Plenitas is seeking agents who will commit to selling and promoting Plenitas’ world class healthcare services locally in order to reach potential customers in Europe and the U. S. Plenitas agents can include qualified individuals, travel agencies or medical professionals who can recommend Plenitas as an alternative to higher cost medical treatments and services,” said Roberto Gawianski, CEO and co-founder.

The Plenitas cost structure and high quality of medical and travel services is very much in demand by both the aging baby boomer generation in the U. S. and Europe, as well as the younger generations seeking body and beauty modifications.

“By becoming a certified agent, you will enter into the booming field of medical tourism and learn how to sell liposuction or breast implant vacation packages to a motivated target market that is seeking low-cost healthcare options,” added Gawianski.

The Agents Network is set up on a three-tier system of participation, with each level providing more opportunities for the agent to sell Plenitas services and to earn more in commissions. An agent can participate in all three levels simultaneously:

•Platinum level agents will be direct resellers

•Gold level agents will function as a marketing channel agent

•Certified agents can market to both direct sellers and channel markets

Plenitas offers all agents a very powerful back-office IT infrastructure at their disposal plus training materials in order to help them sell Plenitas. Commissions are paid on the basis of participation and services sold. To inquire about becoming a certified agent, please contact agents@plenitas. com

Currently, Plenitas offers medical services through their alliance agreements with 17 leading medical clinics, hospitals and centers with access to hundreds of board certified doctors and specialists. Through Plenitas, patients have access to more than 20 medical specialties such as Cardiology, Dentistry, Ophthalmology, Plastic Surgery, including breast augmentation and liposuction. Access to information for all clinics, doctorsÂ’ CVs and procedures are available in both English and Spanish at www. plenitas. com

About Plenitas

Founded in 2003, Plenitas provides world class healthcare and first class leisure access to all people by offering medical treatments and surgeries performed with the unique warmth and professionalism of the Argentine medical community, combined with the very best that Argentine culture has to offer at a cost structure that is not attainable elsewhere. For more information please visit www. plenitas. com

Agent Contact:

Roberto Gawianski

54-11-6771-9097

Agents@plenitas. com

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