Women’s Community Clinic Offers On-Site Mental Health Services to Uninsured Women in San Francisco

Women’s Community Clinic Offers On-Site Mental Health Services to Uninsured Women in San Francisco

San Francisco-based nonprofit expands their services to include mental health counseling services.

San Francisco, CA (Vocus) October 27, 2010

Beginning this month, the San Francisco-based nonprofit Women’s Community Clinic has expanded their services to include mental health care by offering clients integrated behavioral health services. The integrative behavioral health model is an innovative approach that coordinates clinical and behavioral health services to enhance health outcomes, especially for under-served populations.

“There is a clear need for accessible mental health services in San Francisco, especially for women,” said Carlina Hansen, Executive Director of the Women’s Community Clinic. “In the past year, only slightly more than half of San Franciscans who needed mental health care were able to obtain it. Yet almost 1 in 4 women are diagnosed with depression and anxiety—more than twice the rate of men. The addition of on-site mental health services allows the Clinic to better serve our clients and our community.”

The Women’s Community Clinic is initiating this expansion through a partnership with the Wright Institute’s Integrated Health Psychology Training Program (IHPTP), which places a clinical doctoral trainee at the Clinic to deliver these services. The Clinic’s inaugural trainee is Ziska West, who has a background in feminist studies and social justice work.

Clients can be connected to the Clinic’s mental health services for a range of concerns that might arise during a routine women’s health visit, including anxiety, depression, stress, pain management, trauma, and smoking cessation. The comprehensive and effective on-site services provide our clients continuous care at the Clinic and allow our clinicians and mental health providers to remain in close communication and collaborate regarding a client’s care.

About the Women’s Community Clinic: The Women’s Community Clinic is committed to meeting the sexual and reproductive health care needs of Bay Area women and girls. We honor our mission to improve the health and well-being of women and girls by providing sexual and reproductive health services, outreach services, and health training programs. Since 1999, we have served more than 20,000 women and trained more than 500 health worker volunteers. http://www. womenscommunityclinic. org

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NRPA Launches National Hunger Relief Initiative at Indianapolis’ Douglass Park

NRPA Launches National Hunger Relief Initiative at Indianapolis’ Douglass Park

Senator Lugar Speaks at Breakfast with Park’s Day Campers

Ashburn, Va. (Vocus) June 22, 2010

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is pleased to announce the launch of its national hunger relief initiative supporting summer and before/after school food programs, which took place on Monday, June 21, 2010, at Indianapolis Parks and Recreation’s Douglass Park. NRPA received a $2.1 million grant from the Walmart Foundation for this initiative. Spanning two-years, it will enable agencies like Indianapolis Parks and Recreation to serve an estimated 4.9 million meals to children nationwide.

“As millions of families across the United States are struggling financially due to the recession, child hunger is significantly on the rise—particularly during the summer months when school is not in session,” said Barbara Tulipane, CEO of NRPA. “Today we celebrate the launch of our national hunger relief program with the gift from the Walmart Foundation, which will bring nutritious meals to millions of children in need—fighting hunger in a real way and laying the foundation for learning and growth.”

U. S. Senator Richard Lugar attended to enjoy breakfast with the day campers and speak about his commitment to securing legislation that supports hunger relief and nutritional education programs for those in need.

Walmart Foundation representatives also attended. The grant is part of Walmart’s recently announced $2 billion commitment to help end hunger in America through its “Fighting Hunger Together” initiative, which includes $250 million pledged to support hunger relief organizations at the national, state and local levels through 2015.

For questions about the event, including local media inquiries, please contact Jennifer McGilvray, Indianapolis Parks & Recreation public information officer, or 317.327.7035. 

Indianapolis Parks and Recreation is the recipient of a $50,000 grant to expand its food service program through this initiative. The complete list of cities benefiting from this gift in 2010 include Albuquerque, NM; Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Bakersfield, CA; Chicago, IL; Columbus, OH; Greenville, SC; Indianapolis, IN; Los Angeles, CA; Montgomery, AL; Portland, OR; San Diego, CA; St. Petersburg, FL; Washington, DC and Wichita, KS.

About Indianapolis Parks and Recreation
The mission of Indianapolis Parks & Recreation is to create fun, safe, engaging and sustainable parks that enhance the quality of life for individuals, neighborhoods and communities. Indy Parks will be a national model of excellence and destination for facilities and programs, protecting parks, greenways and open spaces and championing environmental initiatives. To learn more, visit www. indyparks. org.

About Philanthropy at Walmart
Walmart and the Walmart Foundation are proud to support the charitable causes that are important to customers and associates in their own neighborhoods. The Walmart Foundation funds initiatives focused on education, workforce development, economic opportunity, environmental sustainability, and health and wellness. From Feb. 1, 2009 through Jan. 31, 2010, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation gave more than $512 million in cash and in-kind gifts globally, $467 million of which was donated in the U. S. To learn more, visit www. walmartfoundation. org.

About the National Recreation and Park Association
The National Recreation and Park Association is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing park, recreation and conservation efforts that enhance quality of life for all people. Through its network of roughly 21,000 recreation and park professionals and citizens, NRPA encourages the promotion of healthy lifestyles, recreation initiatives, and conservation of natural and cultural resources.

For more information, visit www. NRPA. org. For digital access to NRPA’s flagship publication, Parks & Recreation, visit www. parksandrec-magazine. org.

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Perini Corporation Announces $590 Million in New Contract Awards

Perini Corporation Announces $590 Million in New Contract Awards

Perini Corporation (NYSE: PCR), a leading building and civil construction company, announces the award of the following new contracts:

FRAMINGHAM, Mass. (PRWEB) January 14, 2008

 -- Perini's Civil Division has just recently been awarded a $139 million contract with the State of New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority for the construction of the Harold Structures Project in Queens, New York. The project involves excavation to provide access and removal of a tunnel boring machine, 2,100 linear feet of micro tunneling, construction of a new electrical power substation, construction and demolition of the overhead and third rail power system, and new construction of access bridges and retaining walls. The project is scheduled for completion in September of 2010.

-- Cherry Hill Construction, a wholly owned subsidiary of Perini Corporation, has recently started construction of an $86.8 million project for the Maryland Transportation Authority for the construction of Express Toll Lanes along a section of I-95. The project is scheduled to be completed in December 2010.

-- Perini Management Services has been awarded a Sustainment/Restoration & Modernization Acquisition Task Order Contract (SATOC) from the U. S. Air Force, AETC CONS/LGCK, Specialized Contracting Squadron, Randolph Air Force Base. The program provides construction support to Headquarters Air Force Civil Engineer Support Agency (AFCESA) for maintenance, repair and replacement of buildings, pavements, POL fuel systems and utilities at installations around the world.

The SATOC program is currently funded at $4 billion to support USAF base infrastructure and contingency operations over the next 10 years. The Air Force awarded 10 full and open indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contracts, and six Small Business set aside contracts, for work to be executed through January 2018. Contractors were selected based on overall best value to the government including past experience and willingness to perform work in remote, austere and hostile environments. The selected contractors will compete for Task Orders under the program. The Perini SATOC Team includes Stanley Consultants of Muscatine, Iowa and SEI Group Inc. of Huntsville, Alabama for design and engineering services. Projects will be added to backlog as Task Orders are awarded.

During the fourth quarter of 2007, Rudolph and Sletten, a wholly owned subsidiary of Perini Corporation, added approximately $365 million of new projects to the backlog;

-- University of California San Diego seismic upgrades for the Hillcrest hospital including seismic strengthening for all utilities supporting the operational needs of the facility. The approximate value of the contract is $15 million under the current phase of the project. Estimated completion date is September, 2009.

-- A heart center and associated hospital expansion and development for a facility in Northern California. The project is valued at approximately $120 million. Estimated completion date is October, 2010.

-- Moffett Towers Parcel 3 located in northern California is a shell office complex currently valued at approximately $230 million. Estimated completion date is June, 2009.

About Perini Corporation

Perini Corporation is a leading construction services company offering diversified general contracting, construction management and design/build services to private clients and public agencies throughout the world. We have provided construction services since 1894 and have established a strong reputation within our markets by executing large complex projects on time and within budget while adhering to strict quality control measures. We offer general contracting, preconstruction planning and comprehensive project management services, including the planning and scheduling of the manpower, equipment, materials and subcontractors required for a project. We also offer self-performed construction services including sitework, concrete forming and placement and steel erection. We are known for our hospitality and gaming industry projects, sports and entertainment, educational, transportation, healthcare, biotech, pharmaceutical and high-tech facilities, as well as large and complex civil construction projects and construction management services to U. S. military and government agencies.

The statements contained in this Release that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including without limitation, statements regarding the Company's expectations, hopes, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effects on the Company. There can be no assurance that future developments affecting the Company will be those anticipated by the Company. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the control of the Company) or other assumptions that may cause actual results or performance to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the Company's ability to successfully and timely complete construction projects; the Company's ability to convert backlog into revenue; the potential delay, suspension, termination, or reduction in scope of a construction project; the continuing validity of the underlying assumptions and estimates of total forecasted project revenues, costs and profits and project schedules; the outcomes of pending or future litigation, arbitration or other dispute resolution proceedings; the availability of borrowed funds on terms acceptable to the Company; the ability to retain certain members of management; the ability to obtain surety bonds to secure its performance under certain construction contracts; possible labor disputes or work stoppages within the construction industry; changes in federal and state appropriations for infrastructure projects; possible changes or developments in worldwide or domestic political, social, economic, business, industry, market and regulatory conditions or circumstances; and actions taken or not taken by third parties, including the Company's customers, suppliers, business partners, and competitors and legislative, regulatory, judicial and other governmental authorities and officials. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.

School Fundraising Company, schoolheart. com, Expanding Nationally

School Fundraising Company, schoolheart. com, Expanding Nationally

SchoolHeart, Inc. innovative hCard program has penetrated over 30 states. Increased awareness and innovative fundraising ideas have allowed the hCard® fundraising programs to expand nation wide

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) August 28, 2009

School and church fundraising company, www. schoolheart. com, has bolstered the exceptional value of its flagship product, the hCard® and is being hailed as one of the best fundraising programs in America. Less than 1/2 the price of similar fundraising cards (http://www. schoolheart. com/main/hcardoverview. html), the hCard® not only helps the school or nonprofit's mission financially, but it gives back to the cardholder with what may be the best member benefits value in America.

Utilizing local and national name-brand vendors, the hCard® is an easy and effective way to supplement fundraising strategies (http://www. schoolheart. com/) immediately, and for years to come. Local and national businesses gain valuable visibility through supporting the community and offering discounts and special promotions that create value for the hCard® member.

10+ Great Reasons to buy the hCard®

1. Roadside Assistance includes towing, tire repair, lockout service, etc.
2. Emergency Contacts Services ($59 value) provides monitoring service 24 hours a day, seven days a week by live operators.
3. Health Plan Discounts protection from over priced medical costs
4. Hotel discounts, including Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, Ramada, Days Inns, Wingate Inns, Howard Johnson, Travelodge, Super 8, Baymont Inns, AmeriHost Inn, and Knight's Inns.
5. National Prescription Discounts (Save 15-75% at 54000+ locations!)
6. Gift Card promotions from Chili's, Sears, Starbucks, Olive Garden and more
7. Automotive discounts up to 10% off at Jiffy Lube, Meineke, Aamco and Maaco
8. Sporting Goods up to 10% off online at Sports Authority and Sports Kids
9. Entertainment and Events savings up to 50% off regular price
10. Travel, including Southwest Vacations and car rentals
11. Plus hundreds of other local and national savings!

Designed to bring communities together where it counts most, SchoolHeart's, patent-pending fundraising program (http://www. schoolheart. com/main/mission. html) is free, easy to use, and funding can be perpetual; the three key features nonprofit administrators covet most. There is no inventory and no monies to collect. In addition, an Account Supervisor works hands-on with all parties to ensure the program's timely success.

If you would like more information on SchoolHeart®, please visit www. schoolheart. com or www. thehcard. com.

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No Limits! 'News You Can Use,' Inspiration, and Fun; Outside of the Box Television

No Limits! 'News You Can Use,' Inspiration, and Fun; Outside of the Box Television

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, CONTACT: Nancy Green (310) 621-6300 / (602) 953-6600 Dr. Cie Scott (602)750-8570

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) February 5, 2006

No Limits! is hosted by media therapist and celebrity interviewer, “Dr. Cie” Scott, and co-hosted by Raleigh Pinskey, energetic Int’l speaker and best-selling author, also furniture mogul, Terri Bowersock, host of Channel 3’s Shopping A to Z with Terri, and International keynote, Marsha Petrie Sue, known as the “Accountability Master,” also Dr. Aaron Scott, Phoenix’s new TV M. D. No Limits! combines the best aspects of wellness, success strategies, and talk shows, creating the most dynamic daytime show.

No Limits! can be seen on AZ-TV, including Dish Network, EchoStar, and Direct TV(all over Arizona) beginning Saturday, February 25, 2006 at 8 AM weekly! Our first 15-week season is now in production.

Dr. Cie again has infinite power. As the creator of a Monday-Friday TV talk show by that name, she began in 3 markets and expanded to 186 markets, running 3 ½ years of talk, hot tips, and celebrity interviews. Dr. Cie is a former actress on such shows as General Hospital, Baywatch, and Totally Hidden Video who also performed stand-up comedy at L. A.’s Improv Comedy Club. She has 2 Emmy nominations for hosting and producing TV, as well as 8 Telly Awards. She has evolved from a worldwide fitness guru to a more mature, yet zanier Ph. D. therapist and International speaker. Her message is, “Suffering is optional!”--- And she’ll prove it to you. Raleigh Pinskey will illustrate 101 Ways to Promote Yourself, and why selling yourself will bring you every type of success. Dr. Scott will explain the secrets of perfect health from the inside out. ‘Cinderella Story’ Terri Bowerstock, of consignment and TV auction fame will inspire us on every episode with examples of how she went ‘from rags to riches.’ Marsha Petrie Sue, author of The CEO of YOU and Shopping for Mr. Right will present amazing and useful daily tips. Personal trainers, chefs, and noteworthies of many kinds will join our regulars. With this, our audience builds confidence, an idealistic outlook, and total wellness by tuning in.

This show is a wacky compilation of extremely useful tips to rise to any level of physical, mental, and financial wellness, with fun and laughs. Our sometimes humble and very accomplished hosts will uplift a growing audience of viewers who want to live better personally and professionally. An attitude adjustment and a smile are guaranteed to every viewer as our super-powered success celebrities bring great ideas and transformation to viewers.

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The New EffusionLampsLTD. com Offers a Breath of Fresh Air

The New EffusionLampsLTD. com Offers a Breath of Fresh Air

Effusion Lamps are a great solution for fresh air and fragrance throughout the home.

Seattle, WA (PRWEB) November 19, 2005

Effusion Lamps purify the air people breathe, eliminating germs and bacteria while infusing sensational fragrance throughout a home or office, creating a healthy, relaxed, and soothing atmosphere. These scented oil lamps offer many benefits. The lamps work at approximately 1/4 the temperature of candles and burn without an open flame.

The lamps pull air into the burner and through the wick to the catalytic converter burner, releasing the purified air as fragrance which saturates a room much quicker and consistently than candles and other fragrance products. The hand-blown La Tee Da fragrance lamps are a wonderful gift idea for friends, family, co-workers, new home owners, smokers, pet owners, or sales promotions. EffusionLampsLTD. com presents the perfect solution for stinky messes.

Mobile Penguins helps companies utilize the Internet effectively with other forms of advertising to make money. They compliment their custom web site design services with comprehensive, integrated web site advertising services which include search engine advertising (search engine optimization using a process they call handicap accessible optimization, pay per click campaign management, link strategy development and implementation), banner & email advertising, tv & radio advertising. as well as website data entry services like content management and web site translation as well as the three pronged approach (custom web site design services focused on ecommerce web site design, web site advertising focused on search engine marketing, and web content management like data entry outsource service and web site translation) are the key components to having a successful venture online. Call 1-800-426-4172 ext 101 or visit http://www. MobilePenguins. com (http://www. MobilePenguins. com) for more information.

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Chicago Rockstars Announce Team Chiropractors

Chicago Rockstars Announce Team Chiropractors

Dr. Michael Karl and Dr. Jonathan Seezox of Performance Chiropractic Center have been officially named the team chiropractors for the ABA expansion team: Chicago Rockstars. Their goal is to provide the Rockstars an extra competitive edge through chiropractic care.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) June 9, 2006

Dr. Michael Karl and Dr. Jonathan Seezox of Performance Chiropractic Center have been officially named the Team Chiropractors for Chicago’s new American Basketball Association expansion team: The Chicago Rockstars. For the past 6 years, Performance Chiropractic has treated many of Chicagolands’ athletes and is looking forward to a healthy relationship with this professional sports organization.

Being former collegiate athletes, both doctors understand first hand the physical demands of intense training. Getting regular adjustments during their sports careers gave them a competitive edge against their competitors who were unaware of chiropractic's benefits. Performance Chiropractic Center's goal is to provide the Chicago Rockstars with this extra edge through their unique approach to chiropractic care.

Performance Chiropractic Center has two locations to help you gain the competitive edge both on and off the court.

Chicago's West Loop – 312-928-0680

Crystal Lake / Algonquin Area - 847-458-6957

Visit us on the web at:

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

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Nastep Consulting Brings Ceelox Biometric Products onto the Seaport-e

Nastep Consulting Brings Ceelox Biometric Products onto the Seaport-e

Ceelox, a veteran-owned small business, has teamed with Nastep Consulting Corporation to bring their biometric security solutions to Seaport-e, the Department of the Navy's procurement system.

Tampa, FL (PRWEB) February 24, 2009

Tampa, Fla. -- Ceelox, a veteran-owned small business headquartered in Tampa, Florida, recently received their GSA schedule contract # GS-35F-0187V. Available on the GSA Advantage!, Ceelox solutions will now be available on the Department of the Navy's procurement system, Seaport-e, through Nastep Consulting Corporation.

"Our government sector efforts are starting to pay off and this teaming agreement with Nastep is very important to our continued success," says Gerry Euston (http://www. ceelox. com/leadership. html#1), Ceelox CEO.

Nathaniel Couser, CEO of Nastep feels that "the teaming agreement will not only increase Nastep sales on Seaport-e, but also help government customers fulfill the small business requirements." Federal agencies are required to establish contracting goals, with at least 23% of all government buying targeted to small firms. The GSA encourages contractors to adopt their plan with a goal 37%. Being a veteran-owned small business, Ceelox helps agencies meet these requirements.

Ceelox products authenticate computer users with fingerprints and protect data with government grade encryption. Ceelox's tools can assist federal agencies in complying with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Directive 06-16 (http://www. whitehouse. gov/omb/memoranda/fy2006/m06-16.pdf) - Protection of Sensitive Agency Information.

The Ceelox Security Suite™ addresses the three most critical IT security needs; identity access management, data encryption and email security. Ceelox Vault (http://www. ceelox. com/ceeloxvault. html)™ is the encryption solution available for desktops or on portable USB flash drives. New Vault Stick drives are available with or without fingerprint scanners, AES 256-bit encryption and FIPS140-2 cryptographic module. "Our Security Suite is the ideal security solution for any government agency," Euston said.

Vault and Vault Stick
Ceelox Vault (http://www. ceelox. com/ceeloxvault. html)™ is easy to use data protection software that provides increased security and regulatory compliance with the swipe of a finger. Ceelox Vault Stick is a Flash Memory Drive with the Vault software and available with or without an embedded biometric fingerprint scanners, AES 256-bit encryption and FIPS140-2 cryptographic module. With Vault, encrypting sensitive files and folders is now as simple as drag and drop. Secure credit card and social security numbers, ePHI and PII, critical business information and intellectual property with government grade encryption. Vault is the most cost effective desktop and portable data storage encryption solution available today, combining powerful encryption ciphers with fingerprint biometrics.

About Nastep Consulting Corporation
The company consists of highly trained and seasoned professionals that specialize in many different areas and has proven track records. These individuals have gained experience from all over the globe achieving excellent milestones, project completions, and gaining and maintaining client relationships throughout the many industries. This firm provides clients with accurate, on-target, and precise project development from our professionals.
Nastep Consulting Corporation
14673 Midway Road, Suite 213
Addison, TX 75001
Telephone: 469-337-1233
Http://www. nastepcorp. com/ (http://www. nastepcorp. com/)

About Ceelox
Ceelox (http://www. ceelox. com (http://www. ceelox. com)), a Veteran-Owned Small Business, is a privately-held developer of biometric security and encryption software solutions for financial institutions, healthcare, utilities, government agencies and other organizations for whom information and access security are key concerns. Its security and encryption tools are easy to deploy, simple to use, cost-effective and affordable for organizations of all sizes. Their motto is "Biometric Security Software made Simple."
GSA Schedule contract # GS-35F-0187V

Media Contact
Martin Grobisen
Marketing Director,
Ceelox, Inc.
(813) 769-0918 ext.23

13976 Lynmar Boulevard
Tampa, FL 33626
Toll Free: 888-769-0918
Telephone: 813-769-0918
Fax: 813-769-0919
http://www. ceelox. com (http://www. ceelox. com)

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Light Pollution Threatens Your Health, Starry Night Lights Seeks To Protect It

Light Pollution Threatens Your Health, Starry Night Lights Seeks To Protect It

Experts have discovered that light pollution is a threat to public health prompting The American Medical Association (AMA) to vote unanimously to support efforts to control light pollution.

Park City, UT (PRWEB) October 31, 2009

Starry Night Lights is a company dedicated to preserving the night sky in its full glory by giving its customers the most recent, cutting edge, night sky friendly outdoor lighting fixtures. Starry Night Lights is also on the forefront of the international green movement and continuously strives to provide individuals with the most ground breaking news on the environment, light pollution and sustainability. With this aim in mind, Starry Night Lights would like to share with its customers and all other interested individuals recent news on the ways in which light pollution has the ability to negatively affect your health (http://www. starrynightlights. com/lightpollution/light_pollution_and_human_health. html). (1)

Based on recent research, experts have discovered that light pollution (http://www. starrynightlights. com/lpIndex. html) interrupts the human circadian clock which is responsible for regulating behaviors such as sleep, blood pressure, temperature, hunger, hormone production and the like. How this occurs is simple, our bodies are naturally programmed to become sleepy at night, this is recognized by cells in the retina. These cells send signals to the brain informing it of the dark which in turn, causes the body to produce melatonin. Maintaining these natural systems in our body is a must. They are extremely essential for our well being and preserving our health.

Unfortunately when light pollution occurs it disrupts the ability of cells in the retina to signal the brain and trigger melatonin production. This is primarily because the cells become confused by the invading light and cannot recognize the fact that it is actually dark. Ultimately this keeps the body from performing its necessary 'nightly functions'.

With this information in mind, The American Medical Association (AMA) voted unanimously to support efforts to control light pollution. The following comes from their resolution, "Light trespass has been implicated in disruption of the human and animal circadian rhythm, and strongly suspected as an etiology of suppressed melatonin production, depressed immune systems, and increase in cancer rates such as breast cancers."

As a result, it is in ones best interest and in the best interest of others to keep light pollution away from ones home and place of rest. The saying 'there's nothing like a good night's rest' could not be closer to the truth. Sleep, especially in a dark setting is vital for our health for the many reasons already mentioned. Choosing proper outdoor lights (http://www. StarryNightLights. com) for your home or business is a critically important step in addressing the problem.

Join us in the fight to stop light pollution. Let Starry Night Lights be your guide in choosing outdoor lighting (http://www. starrynightlights. com) that does not contribute to light pollution. Our outdoor lights do not shine wastefully up into the night sky or dangerously into neighbor's windows, instead light is directed only to desired locations. Providing improved nighttime visibility and allowing your body to continue on its natural course, uninterrupted by light pollution.

For more information, visit http://www. StarryNightLights. com (http://www. StarryNightLights. com) or call 1-877-604-7377

(1) http://www. ama-assn. org/ama1/pub/upload/mm/475/newengland1-w. doc (http://www. ama-assn. org/ama1/pub/upload/mm/475/newengland1-w. doc)

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HRchitect Named “Medium-Sized Business of the Year” by Frisco Chamber of Commerce

HRchitect Named “Medium-Sized Business of the Year” by Frisco Chamber of Commerce

HRchitect, the leader in HR systems strategic consulting and the premier Human Capital Management (HCM) and Talent Management systems consulting firm, won the prestigious “Medium-Sized Business of the Year” award this past weekend at the annual Frisco Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet. The annual awards ceremony was attended by roughly 500 people, including many prominent members of the Frisco business community, at the beautiful Embassy Suites and Convention Center in Frisco, TX on Saturday, January 31, 2009.

Frisco, TX (PRWEB) February 4, 2009

HRchitect (http://hrchitect. com), the leader in HR systems strategic consulting and the premier Human Capital Management (HCM) and Talent Management systems consulting firm, won the prestigious “Medium-Sized Business of the Year” award this past weekend at the annual Frisco Chamber of Commerce (http://friscochamber. com) Annual Banquet.

The annual awards ceremony was attended by roughly 500 people, including many prominent members of the Frisco business community, at the beautiful Embassy Suites and Convention Center in Frisco, TX on Saturday, January 31, 2009.

Upon award notification, members of HRchitect’s leadership team that were in attendance visited the stage to accept the award. Matt Lafata (http://hrchitect. com/team/mlafata), Vice President of Sales & Marketing for HRchitect, thanked the Chamber for their recognition as well as the hard-working and talented team that has been assembled at HRchitect, all of whom made this award possible.

“HRchitect has a fantastic story to tell”, stated Lafata, “and we are honored and proud to be recognized by the local community. The HRchitect story and our company is unique as I honestly believe there is no other HR consulting firm that has the overall talent, the tools and the knowledge around HR systems and Talent Management systems than HRchitect. Our blue-chip client list speaks for itself and over 600 clients certainly can’t be wrong.”

The Frisco Chamber of Commerce has over 1200 businesses as members and is one of the largest Chambers in the State of Texas. Frisco (http://www. ci. frisco. tx. us/Pages/Default. aspx) has been the headquarters of HRchitect since 1997 and the competition was heavy for the business of the year award. Within miles of the Frisco office of HRchitect are impressive companies such as JC Penney, EDS, Crossmark, T-Mobile, Amerisource Bergen, Dr Pepper, Rent-A-Center, Countrywide, McAfee, Intuit, and others.

“We are all thrilled to win this award in the first year that we have applied”, commented Tiffany Appleby (http://hrchitect. com/team/tappleby), HRchitect’s Director of Marketing & Corporate Communications. “We have so many exciting things happening at HRchitect and it is very gratifying to be recognized by the community for those efforts. Last year we were honored as one of the fastest growing companies in Collin County, Texas, and 2009 is getting off to another award winning year after being named Medium-Sized Business of the Year by the Frisco Chamber. Watch for lots more from HRchitect throughout the coming year.”

In recognizing HRchitect, the Frisco Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors cited steady growth in revenue, clients, and employees as well as its innovative marketing programs that have transformed the HR technology marketplace. In addition, the work-life balance that HRchitect maintains, where the majority of its employees live within just a few miles of the office, was also cited along with the fact that HRchitect employees have a stellar record of community involvement.

“Describing what we do as an HR technology consulting firm isn’t always easy”, added Rick Fletcher (http://hrchitect. com/team/rfletcher), President and Founder of HRchitect. “Through our tremendous marketing efforts, we are helping to educate not only HR professionals but the business community at large on what we do and why it matters. That’s what makes this award that much more special to me – that we are recognized for what we are doing for the HR industry and for what those efforts are doing for our local business community and economy. Most importantly, none of this would be possible if it wasn’t for the tremendously dedicated employees we have and this award is for them.”

Visit HRchitect. com (http://hrchitect. com) to learn about the services we provide and how we can help your organization get the most from its current HR systems as well as assist with any new HR technology related projects. Our web site will also show you were HRchitect can be found in 2009 as well as schedules of upcoming Beauty Pageants, WebMingles, and other educational events.

Media Contact:
Tiffany Appleby - Director of Marketing & Corporate Communications, HRchitect
Office phone: 214.619.0888 x309

About HRchitect
HRchitect is the leader in HR systems strategic consulting. As the premier Human Capital Management (HCM) and Talent Management Systems consulting firm, our services include the selection, implementation, and integration of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), Talent Management Suites (TMS), Performance Management, Succession Management, Compensation Management, Learning Management, Competency Management, Talent Acquisition Systems, and Time & Attendance software.
HRchitect has participated in the successful evaluation and implementation of HR technology systems for leading high-tech, high-growth leaders such as Perot Systems, WebMD, and Symantec; manufacturing companies such as 3M, Texas Instruments, and Raytheon; retail leaders including Best Buy, Domino’s Pizza, PepsiAmericas, J. C. Penney, and Target; healthcare/bio-tech organizations such as Alcon Labs, The Mayo Clinic, and Tenet Healthcare; financial organizations including: Barclay’s Global Investors, Countrywide Financial, and VISA; energy leaders such as Baker Hughes, ConocoPhillips, and Lyondell Chemical; transportation leaders such as APL, FedEx, and Southwest Airlines; telecommunication leaders AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon; as well as leading hospitality companies such as Hyatt, Marriott, and Starwood.

Based in Dallas with consultants nationwide, HRchitect has completed over 600 successful client engagements over the past eleven years. HRchitect’s client list consists of companies of all sizes from all industries and includes more than 1 in 5 companies on the Fortune 100 list.

To find out how HRchitect’s HR software expertise can benefit your company, visit our website at www. HRchitect. com or call 214-619-0888.

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

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Legacy State Bank Chooses The Edcomm Group to Deliver Compliance, HR Compliance and Branch Security Training

Legacy State Bank Chooses The Edcomm Group to Deliver Compliance, HR Compliance and Branch Security Training

Legacy State Bank has chosen The Edcomm Group to deliver Compliance, Human Resources Compliance and Branch Security training for its bank-wide training needs. Legacy also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance.

New York, NY (PRWEB) June 11, 2006

Legacy State Bank has chosen The Edcomm Group to deliver Compliance, Human Resources Compliance and Branch Security training for its bank-wide training needs. Legacy also chose to implement Edcomm’s own LMS, Learning Link® for hosting and maintenance.

Focus on Compliance, a computer-based, distance-learning program, can be delivered via Internet, Intranet or CD-ROM. The program teaches banking compliance using easy-to-understand language in an interactive, self-paced format. Participants learn from their own perspective, with a curriculum customized to their position. Focus on Compliance covers: Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC, Privacy, Reg P, Gramm-Leach Bliley Act, Right to Financial Privacy, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), Reg CC & Check 21, Reg D, Reg E, Reg Z, Truth in Lending, FCRA, FACT Act, HMDA, CRA, and Bank Bribery, among others. The program also includes a quick reference guide to all banking regulations, as well as a glossary of terms and a library of reference materials.

Focus on HR Compliance covers all areas of HR Compliance including: Ethics and Code of Conduct, Conflicts of Interest, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Harassment and Discrimination, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), COBRA, as well as other laws and regulations from OSHA, EEOC and OFCCP.

Branch Security Excellence, a computer-based, distance learning program, can be delivered via Internet, Intranet or CD-ROM. The program teaches all aspects of branch safety and security using easy-to-understand language in an interactive, self-paced format. Participants learn from their own perspective, with a curriculum customized to their position. Branch Security Excellence covers all areas of Branch Security including: Opening and Closing Procedures, Robbery Prevention and Procedures, Bomb Threats, Kidnappings, Fires and Medical Emergencies. Additionally, they’ll be prepared to deal with cons and frauds from customers, and to be on the lookout for internal fraud.

Learning Link®, Edcomm’s full-featured learning management system has an open architecture that builds on industry-standard SCORM and AICC compliance, but adds features and capabilities far beyond any competing products. Learning Link® maintains a complete record of every learning and administrative activity and offers a wide variety of customizable, real-time reports available both onscreen and in CSV formats for download and integration into any HR system. Learning Link’s servers have been issued a SAS-70 attesting to the quality of their security, business continuity and performance.

For more information about programs like these, or to find out how The Edcomm Group can customize any training program, log onto www. bankersacademy. com.

Based in Loganville, GA Legacy State Bank is a community-oriented bank offering personal and business banking, personal and commercial loans, mortgages, CDs and IRAs.

The Edcomm Group has had the privilege of assisting many distinguished clients with business solutions in the form of eLearning programs, classroom instruction, multimedia production and online and print based documentation. In addition to the development of customized programs, The Edcomm Group offers many banking specific off-the-shelf products such as Teller Training and Compliance Training that have proven themselves effective in organizations around the world.

The Edcomm Group is a 19-year-old multimedia education and communication consulting firm specializing in the development of creative business solutions that improve productivity, customer service and market share — providing bottom-line results. The Edcomm Group (www. edcomm. com) (www. bankersacademy. com) is headquartered in New York City with an Advanced Design Center located in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania.

For more information, please contact:

Linda Eagle

President, The Edcomm Group

1-888-4EDCOMM

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Minnesota Author and Life Success Coach Offers Tools to Help Achieve Goals

Minnesota Author and Life Success Coach Offers Tools to Help Achieve Goals

Minnesota author and life success coach, Dr. Tory Robson will be teaching his OrangeCard goal-setting workshop Saturday, October 24, 2009. Using proven techniques and innovative methods, the OrangeCard helps those who want to achieve higher levels of personal and professional success set and reach their life goals.

Woodbury, MN (PRWEB) October 22, 2009

Dr. Tory Robson, Minnesota author and life success coach (http://www. winnersedgeconsulting. com), will be teaching his OrangeCard goal-setting workshop this Saturday, October 24, 2009 at the Woodbury Sheraton.

The OrangeCard is the ultimate tool for those who want to achieve higher levels of personal and professional success. Based on the Master Success teachings that have been passed on for hundreds of years, the OrangeCard system incorporates proven techniques and innovative methods for life success in modern times.

During the workshop, attendees will learn how to make their dreams reality as they create their own tools for achieving love, money, good health and career success with Robson's time-tested, proven method. Robson's recent book, The Image Doctor (http://www. amazon. com/Image-Doctor-Tory-M-Robson/dp/1599302616/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1256156262&sr=1-1), available now on amazon. com, also focuses on helping people achieve their goals.

The life success workshop begins at 9:00 am at the Sheraton Hotel in Woodbury, Minnesota. Those interested are encouraged to register online at www. winnersedgeconsulting. com, as seating is limited. However, same day registration for the event will begin at 8:00 am. For more information and a complete schedule of the goal-setting workshop, please visit the website.

About Dr. Tory Robson
Robson graduated from Montana State University with a Bachelors Degree, while simultaneously completing a six-year term with the US Air Force. He earned his doctoral degree in 1995 from Northwestern Health Sciences University. Recently licensed as a Life Success Consultant by the Bob Proctor Organization, Robson founded Winners Edge Consulting; a Minnesota-based firm specializing in personal development and life success coaching to help others improve key aspects of their lives.

Robson can be contacted for interviews at 651-746-9036 or for more information on the OrangeCard workshop or life success consulting, please visit www. winnersedgeconsulting. com.

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Optimal-Outcome Rapid Healing Skincare - For People Having Cosmetic Procedures Speeds Healing and Reduces Downtime By As Much As 30%

Optimal-Outcome Rapid Healing Skincare - For People Having Cosmetic Procedures Speeds Healing and Reduces Downtime By As Much As 30%

More boomers are opting for cosmetic procedures to maintain the look of youth but their still active lifestyles make them impatient patients. Now they can recover faster with Optimal-Outcome Rapid Healing Skincare.

New York, NY (PRWEB) November 15, 2005

People overwhelmingly agree that the down time is stress time - with redness, bruising and swelling keeping them from resuming their normal daily activities.

Now there’s Optimal-Outcome Rapid Healing Skincare to the rescue! Developed by a pharmachemist with over twenty years experience formulating medically-based skin care products, Optimal-Outcome’s Skin Prep™, patent-pending Speed Repair™ enhance your cosmetic procedure experience and enable you to enjoy the benefits of sooner.

Tested in a clinical laboratory on actual laser and surgery patients, the Optimal-Outcome™ formulas show photographic evidence of reduced skin damage and improved healing, resulting in a faster recovery time. Optimal-Outcome™ Skincare’s exclusive anti-inflammatory complex combines the most effective ingredient discoveries with substances already present in young, healthy skin and are safe and effective for most skin damaging procedures including: surgery, non-ablative laser treatments, light-to-medium peels, laser hair removal, hair replacement, IPL™, Thermage®, multiple injections and irritation from Retin-A®.

"Skin quality plays a major role in achieving optimal results from most cosmetic plastic surgery procedures.” James Carraway, MD, ASPS/ASAPS Anti-Aging Symposium

THE OPTIMAL-OUTCOME™ System

Skin Prep™ - Preps skin for more efficient healing. CoEnzyme Q10, Green Tea Extract, Marine Algae

Speed Repair™ - Accelerates the healing process. Vitamins A, K, Zinc and Arnica Montana.

UpKeep® Age Control™ - Age Management formula - Maintains therapeutic benefits of Skin Prep™ and Speed Repair™. Vitamin A, Mega-C, Calcium, Hyaluronic Acid

For more information call toll-free 888-703-3800. Available at Boyd’s New York, on our website: www. optimal-outcome. com, www. makemeheal. com, and at top plastic surgeons and dermatologists nationwide. SRP Deluxe $195, Essential $150, Body $125.

CONTACT: Marjorie Borell

212-222-2753

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North Texas Medical Device Conference Features Smart Hospital Robots

North Texas Medical Device Conference Features Smart Hospital Robots

A daylong conference for the Medical Device industry on June 16, 2004, will feature Dr. Elizabeth Poster describing UT Arlington's Smart Hospital program. In the Smart Hospital, robots are used to simulate patients. In addition to Dr. Poster, a panel of investors will discuss funding biomedical startups in today's economy. To register for the conference, call Nancy Williams at 972-256-2291 or register online at www. medicaldevicealliance. org/conference.

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) June 9, 2004

Elizabeth Poster will be the keynote speaker at the D/FW Medical Device Action Alliance's conference, "Medical Devices, The Ups and Downs of Success". Dr Poster, Dean of the University of Texas at Arlington's School of Nursing, will describe UTA's "Smart Hospital and Health System" learning facility June 16 at 9:00 a. m., at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. Dr. Poster has been UTA's champion for the project, which uses sophisticated robots, or Human Patient Simulators (HPS), to simulate patients.

The HPS's responses to treatment are as nearly human as possible, including death. Healthcare providers gain realistic feedback, and can be tested in exacting, critical care situations. This learning model has long been used in aviation and military healthcare training, and studies have proved its effectiveness. The facility will be a regional training and demonstration center; Phase I is a Smart Emergency Department that will include rural and community emergency care departments.

"Medical Devices: The Ups and Downs of Success", beginning at 8:00 a. m. at UTSouthwestern's Simmons Research Building, is a daylong conference featuring presentations from investors and product developers, in addition to Dr. Poster. It is open to the public; the cost is $60 for the general public and $3 for students and professors. To register for the conference, call Nancy Williams at 972-256-2291 or register online at www. medicaldevicealliance. org/conference (http://www. medicaldevicealliance. org/conference).

The D/FW Medical Device Action Alliance, an affiliate of the D/FW Health Industry Council, seeks to promote the Medical Device industry in the North Texas region.

Contact:

Nancy Williams

D/FW Health Industry Council

972.256.2251

Nanc7@aol. com

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Tempest Tea Launches 2nd Retail Store

Tempest Tea Launches 2nd Retail Store

Tempest Tea, a new generation tea cafe, is opening their 2nd location located in the Uptown area of Dallas, Tx.

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) May 14, 2006

Tempest Tea, a new generation tea café, is excited to announce the opening of their 2nd retail store at 2222 McKinney Avenue at the end of May. The new store will offer not only innovative tea beverages like bubble teas and tea smoothies, but also beer and wine. 

“We are so excited to be able to serve our uptown and downtown customers, “comments co-founder Jody Rudman. “This area is experiencing tremendous growth, and we’re thrilled to be a part of this exceptional neighborhood. We look forward to developing a long lasting relationship with the patrons and residents of this area.”

Tempest Tea, a market leader in premium teas, offers a full line of tea blends and healthy beverages including Organic/Fair Trade CertifiedTM teas, chai teas and herbal boosts. Tempest Tea is located at 5600 W. Lovers Lane, Suite 111, Dallas TX 75209. Additional information is available at 214-351-4TEA (4832) 

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New Tablet Thin Clients Arrive Today From Computer Lab International (CLI)

New Tablet Thin Clients Arrive Today From Computer Lab International (CLI)

The new TT3200 series of tablet thin client terminals tout their small compact size, portability, and rugged enclosure perfect for vertical market applications.

Placentia, CA (PRWEB) October 11, 2006

Today, Computer Lab Internationalä (CLI), a leading provider of thin client and text terminal products, introduced its new specialty thin client line -- the TT3200 Series of tablet thin client terminals.

The new TT3200 Tablet Thin Client Series is a flexible, high performance tablet terminal that provide simple, reliable, and secure access to Microsoft Windows applications and the Citrix Access Platform, as well as midrange, mainframe UNIX and other “legacy” applications, plus Java, multimedia and the Web.

The TT3200 Series features a built-in 8.4” color LCD display and fast AMD Geode LX 800 CPU.

Its extremely lightweight and compact design, along with wireless capability, makes it the perfect solution for those that require extra processing power, and the freedom of mobility and portability.

The series includes:

· TT3220x: Flexible, Higher-Performance Windows XP Embedded Tablet Thin Client with PCMCIA Expansion

· TT3260x: Flexible, Higher-Performance Windows XP Embedded Tablet Thin Client with Built-In Wireless.

Targeted vertical markets include Healthcare, Retail/Wholesale Distribution, Education and Manufacturing. Possible applications include patient monitoring, inventory management and POS, among others.

“The TT3200 Series frees users from stationary desktops and allows mobility, while maintaining high data security due to the thin client design,” states Michael Oliva, CLI’s Director of Marketing. “With no moving parts and a rugged enclosure, these tablet terminals provide high reliability in harsh conditions, making them an ideal choice for many vertical markets.”

The TT3220x and the TT3260x are both available for immediate shipment through CLI resellers worldwide. Demonstrations will be available within the CLI Booth #305 at Citrix iForum Global 2006, October 22-25 in Orlando, Florida.

About Computer Lab International, Inc. (CLI)

Since 1984, CLI has been specializing in application modernization through the use of CLI thin client devices, midrange terminals and management software. The benefits of using CLI products include delivery of new features and capabilities to users, reduced risk of upgrading legacy systems, shortened time-to-market for system enhancements, and increased ROI for IT investments. CLI is based in Placentia, California, has sales and support offices throughout the world and an extensive VAR partner network.

For more information or to obtain an evaluation unit, visit the CLI web site at www. computerlab. com, or call 1.800.727.5250 in the US, 1.714.572.8000 elsewhere.

Computer Lab Internationalä is a trademark of CLI, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Join the Traveling Therapists of American Traveler – PTs and OTs Gain Compensation in Excess of $100,000 Annually

Join the Traveling Therapists of American Traveler – PTs and OTs Gain Compensation in Excess of $100,000 Annually

Not just for traveling nurses, American Traveler offers traveling jobs and benefits to other allied healthcare professionals

Boca Raton, FL (PRWEB) October 10, 2006

American Traveler, one of the largest and fastest-growing travel nurse companies (http://www. americantraveler. com/) in the United States, announced it now offers short-term travel assignments and permanent positions not only to nurses but to physical and occupational therapists as well.

Placing registered nurses in travel nurse jobs (http://www. americantraveler. com/hc_rn_placement. html) has been a prevalent way to compensate for the nation-wide nurse shortage of the past 30 years. Now, the same incentives are available to other allied healthcare professionals, with physical and occupational therapists (http://www. americantraveler. com/hc_rt_placement. html) especially benefiting from American Traveler travel and compensation packages. Physical therapists can earn on average $35-40 per hour, and occupational therapists can earn on average $30-35 per hour. Both receive free housing, free group health, dental and life insurance, bonus opportunities, a 401(k) plan, free weeks between assignments, licensure reimbursement, travel allowances and other incentives. These packages can be worth in excess of $120,000 annually for physical therapists, and $100,000 annually for occupational therapists. Physical and occupational therapists also have the option to begin a traveling job with American Traveler without any prior work experience. Newly graduated therapists can begin work immediately in prestigious hospitals to build their experience and resume at the same time.

“Physical and occupational therapists are at a distinct advantage when they travel with our company,” said American Traveler CEO, Robert L. Bok. “They receive exceptional pay and benefits (http://www. americantraveler. com/hc_rn_benefits. html), travel the country, and work at outpatient centers and top-rated hospitals with some of the best medical practitioners in healthcare. Our expertise in providing outstanding client support and matching skilled OTs and PTs with hospitals known for high-quality patient care is why American Traveler is recognized as the leading supplemental healthcare staffing company in the nation.”

American Traveler staffs over 2,500 hospitals nationwide in metropolitan, suburban and rural areas. Client hospitals include large university teaching facilities in places like Miami, Chicago, San Francisco and Seattle, as well as small, quaint hospitals in places like the coastal New England towns, mountain resorts and the Midwest.

With over 20 years of hospital staffing experience, the management team of American Traveler conducts business with over 75 percent of the top-rated hospitals in the United States. American Traveler has been finding jobs for healthcare professionals for seven years and has one of the highest retention rates of traveling healthcare professionals in the industry.

For more information about becoming a traveling physical or occupational therapist, please call American Traveler at 800-884-8788 or visit www. americantraveler. com.

About American Traveler

From world-renowned university teaching hospitals to rural medical facilities, American Traveler (http://www. americantraveler. com/), one of the largest independent cross country travel nursing companies in the United States, provides hospitals with the experienced and dedicated healthcare professionals they need. American Traveler places registered nurses, allied healthcare professionals, therapists and radiological technologists in short-term traveling assignments and permanent placement positions at prestigious hospitals all over the world.

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Author of Hidden Causes of Heart Attack and Stroke Asks, How Pure Is The Fish Oil You Are Taking For Omega 3?

Author of Hidden Causes of Heart Attack and Stroke Asks, How Pure Is The Fish Oil You Are Taking For Omega 3?

Researcher/author, Christian Wilde cautions: The California Department of Fish & Game includes a warning for the general public on all fishing license applications, advising very limited consumption of certain fish from costal waters because of possible exposure to contamination. We need to ask, how safely has the fish oil product we are taking been refined and purified?

Studio City CA (PRWEB) March 17, 2007

Christian Wilde, researcher and author of prevention books on heart disease, believes the public needs to be more aware. Fish oils are not all the same. The cost of product purification and distillation to remove heavy metals such as mercury, cadmium, arsenic, copper and lead as well as PCBs, organo-chlorins and dioxins (PCDD/PCDF) is not an inexpensive process, if done properly. There is growing purity concern between pharmaceutical grade and discount store brands of fish oils. In choosing a fish oil, the health issue is perhaps greater than with any other supplement or vitamin. The adage, "you get what you pay for" may be accurately applied. The Europeans have had a recent awakening to the problem when the product of two of the most prominent providers of fish oil was found to have unacceptable levels of mercury and were duly withdrawn from the marketplace.

Purity and Strength: With the recent surge in public awareness and demand for fish oil product, there is always concern that sub-standard product (as was released in Europe) may find it's way to the consumer. Thankfully, says Wilde, people are reading labels and asking questions. While there are several excellent brands of fish oil available, OMAX 3™ manufactured by Cenestra Health claims 92% purity and provides 1500 mgs of omega 3 per serving. 1125 mgs of EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and 275 mgs of DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) 3 times more than most fish oil products. To reduce the risk of "food chain contamination," the company claims to harvest smaller fish from the less contaminated northern aquatic waters.

Benefits of Omega 3 are well established for treatment of heart disease in atherosclerosis by increasing HDL cholesterol and fighting fatty buildup within the arteries. Fish oil lowers triglycerides, inhibits arterial spasms and life-threatening arrhythmias that can lead to "sudden death." Sudden death is a phenomenon that claims 250,000 lives yearly and is the highest cause of death in the western world. These statistics, plus the findings of the Physician's Health Study at Brigham and Woman's hospital in Boston MA concerning this phenomenon, support the need for proper amounts of EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). According to the Boston study, episodes of "sudden death" can be reduced by 52% with consumption of fish and or fish oil.

More Heart Benefit: The inflammatory marker CRP, (C-reactive protein) is found to be significantly lower among those who consume fish or fish oil. Appearing in the American College of Cardiology November, 2001 issue, was a study report titled: C-reactive protein, dietary n-3 fatty acids and the extent of coronary artery disease. Subjects who had 50% coronary blockages were found in the study to have elevations of the inflammatory marker CRP in their blood. Reportedly, the study subjects presenting the high percentage of blocked arteries had NOT been taking fish oil and therefore did not benefit from its anti-inflammatory properties. The subjects, who HAD been taking fish oil, according to the study did not develop coronary blockages. The favorable result was attributed to DHA's anti-inflammatory ability in neutralizing high CRP inflammatory levels.

Other diseases: Controlling triglyceride levels among diabetic patients is vital and the benefits of fish oil consumption among type II diabetic patients is established without question The documented list of illnesses proving tangible benefit from omega 3 includes prostate, colon, breast and other types of cancer. Certainly, the vision robbing, macular degenerative disease that strikes people above 50 years of age (1 million sufferers) SLE Lupus, Crones disease, inflammatory arthritis and joint disease of which millions are affected are included in the list as well.

Mental Disease: Statistically, 17 million in this country suffer from some form of mental disease including bipolar disease, schizophrenia, mood imbalance, ADHD (attention deficient hyperactivity disorder), OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) including both areas of postmortem and general clinical depression. Other studies among teenagers, have determined as many as 1 out of 8 youngsters are negatively affected. The benefits from fish oil in the treatment of mental disease either as primary or adjunctive therapy is an exciting area of research with results most promising when fish oil is administered along with traditional pharmaceutical drug therapy. This is not entirely new information, as clinicians and researchers have aware of the benefits for decades. Only now however, has the information been moving forward. Consider that 5 out of 6 double-blind placebo controlled studies examining schizophrenia as well as another 4 of 6 trials concentrating on depression recorded (according to the researchers) an obvious therapeutic benefit from EPA and DHA.

Caloric Increase: Saturated fat in fish oil is not only unhealthy but adds unwanted calories to one's diet which over a year (depending on dosage) can result in weight gain of 15-30 lbs. When fish oil capsules are frozen, saturated fat and other impurities appear white and cloudy as demonstrated in the photograph marked fig 1. In contrast, the OMAX 3™ capsules shown in the photograph at the right appear translucent, clearly free from saturated fats, lard and other unwanted impurities.

About Christian Wilde

Christian Wilde, is the author of Hidden Causes of Heart Attack and Stroke and Miracle Stem Cell Heart Repair. www. abigon. com

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Dr. Jeri Ann Boose to Lead Lancaster Laboratories’ Biologics Programs

Dr. Jeri Ann Boose to Lead Lancaster Laboratories’ Biologics Programs

Jeri Ann Boose, Ph. D. has joined Lancaster Laboratories as director of Biopharmaceutical Services. With over 25 years of experience, she is well-established as a leading authority in the areas of biosafety and, more specifically, virology.

Lancaster, PA (Vocus) July 27, 2010

Lancaster Laboratories part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, today announced that leading biologics expert Jeri Ann Boose, Ph. D. has joined the company as director of Biopharmaceutical Services. In her new role, Dr. Boose will provide strategic, scientific and regulatory direction for the company’s rapidly expanding biopharmaceutical testing business, which includes extensive capabilities in the areas of biochemistry (http://www. lancasterlabs. com/biopharmaceutical/molecular_cell_biology), cell and molecular biology and virology for viral safety (http://www. lancasterlabs. com/biopharmaceutical/virology).

Dr. Boose has demonstrated expertise in the formulation of global regulatory product testing strategies and in the preparation of global regulatory filings at all stages of product development, as well as commercialization of new products for biopharmaceutical customers. Her specialties include knowledge of cGMP requirements, expectations and practices; assay and process validation; viral/TSE/microbial clearance validation; cell line characterization; raw materials testing; lot release testing; cleaning validation; and analytical and stability testing.

“The combination of Dr. Boose’s renowned expertise in biologics, coupled with our comprehensive biopharmaceutical capabilities, clearly positions Lancaster Laboratories as a leading provider of services to support the development and commercialization of biologics products,” says Dr. Timothy S. Oostdyk, executive vice president and COO of Lancaster Laboratories.

Dr. Boose brings 25 years of industry experience to the company’s growing Biopharmaceutical departments. Well-established as a leading authority in the areas of biosafety and, more specifically, virology, Dr. Boose has interfaced extensively with regulatory agencies throughout the world on both scientific and regulatory issues. Dr. Boose earned a Ph. D. from Georgetown University. She has published numerous papers in the field and has held positions in academics, government and industry.

About Lancaster Laboratories
Celebrating 50 years, Lancaster Laboratories is the global leader in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical laboratory services, providing innovative and timely scientific solutions that enable customers to better manage the drug development process. Harmonized scientific services at U. S. and Ireland sites, Full-Time Equivalent staffing at Lancaster Laboratories’ sites, and Professional Scientific Staffing (PSS)sm services at customers’ sites further broaden global customer service options. Visit lancasterlabspharm. com and discover why customers rank Lancaster Laboratories #1. Lancaster Laboratories is part of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.

About Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With revenues of more than $10 billion, we have approximately 35,000 employees and serve customers within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies, as well as in environmental and process control industries. We create value for our key stakeholders through two premier brands, Thermo Scientific and Fisher Scientific, which offer a unique combination of continuous technology development and the most convenient purchasing options. Our products and services help accelerate the pace of scientific discovery, and solve analytical challenges ranging from complex research to routine testing to field applications. Visit www. thermofisher. com.

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Strokes for Folks Therapeutic Massage Joins International Celebration and Raises Cash for Local Community

Strokes for Folks Therapeutic Massage Joins International Celebration and Raises Cash for Local Community

On July 29th and 30th, During Leprechaun Days Mid-Summers Day Faire at RosemountÂ’s Central Park, professional therapists from Strokes for Folks Therapeutic Massage celebrated International Massage Week 2005, by donating all monies collected for chair massage to the local Community Action Council.

Rosemount, Minn. (PRWEB) August 3, 2005

On July 29th and 30th, During Leprechaun Days Mid-Summers Day Faire at RosemountÂ’s Central Park, professional therapists from Strokes for Folks Therapeutic Massage celebrated International Massage Week 2005, by donating all monies collected for chair massage to the local Community Action Council. Eleven and one half hours of chair massage was done during the faire.

Strokes for Folks massage therapists Lynette Stauffer, Karen Gillespie and David Stauffer treated backs and necks for 690 minutes, charging attendees half price for their massage. Traditionally $1 a minute, ten minute massages were given for $5.00 each. A total of $345.00 was raised; all of it is going to the Community Action Council.

International Massage Week is a time for therapists to promote the benefits of massage therapy, thousands of therapists around the world donate their time and talent to their communities, usually giving massage for free or having a ‘massage-a-thon’ and the proceeds are given to charity. The massage industry is growing by leaps and bounds as many Americans deem it an important part of personal health care regime.

Chair Massage is a short massage routine done through the clothing in a special ergonomically designed chair. Sessions typically last from five to 20 minutes and focuses on key tension areas of the neck, shoulders, back and arms. The massage is designed to eliminate stress and leave the body feeling relaxed yet energized.

Some massage recipients said that the Strokes for Folks massage tent was the main reason they came to the faire, others thought it a perfect opportunity for their friends or loved ones to try massage in a non-threatening atmosphere. And yet others participated because their money is going to charity. No matter why they came, they went away with a lot more.

They’re getting a great deal according to Lynette Stauffer, owner of Strokes for Folks Therapeutic Massage, LLC, a Center specializing in massage for neck/shoulder pain, injury rehab and prevention, relaxation and rejuvenation. “Their pain is diminished, they have that warm fuzzy feeling you get when you know that you’re helping someone else and they receive their money back in the form of a coupon for $5 off their next massage.”

Massage is said to be one of the most cost-effective ways to relieve stress, improve concentration, increase productivity and lower health costs.

Strokes for Folks Therapeutic Massage, LLC has attended the Rosemount Leprechaun DayÂ’s Mid-SummerÂ’s Day Faire for three years and reports the best participation year to be 2005. After receiving her massage certificate in 2003, Lynette rented the first tent site even before opening the SFF Massage Center June 1st, 2004.

The American Cancer SocietyÂ’s, Relay for Life, has been another recent charitable activity attended by the Strokes for Folks therapists where the relay participants received free massage during their event.

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Hagel & Company Named to the Sage North America President’s Circle for 2009

Hagel & Company Named to the Sage North America President’s Circle for 2009

Hagel & Company Achieves President’s Circle Business Partner Status for the Fifth Year

Puyallup, Washington (PRWEB) November 20, 2009

Hagel & Company, a Sage North America business partner specializing in the sales, installation, and support of Sage Abra HRMS (http://www. hagel. net/sage-abra-hrms. asp (http://www. hagel. net/sage-abra-hrms. asp)) and Sage FAS Fixed Assets (http://www. fixedassetsystems. com/ (http://www. fixedassetsystems. com/)) has been named to the Sage America President’s Circle for fiscal year 2009 (October 1, 2008 to September 30, 2009). President’s Circle award winners are the top performing business partners for Sage Business Solutions (SBS) division products. Sage recognizes Hagel & Company and all President’s Circle winners for their outstanding contributions in 2009.

The Sage North America President’s Circle is awarded to the leading sales producers among SBS business partners representing a host of segment-leading brands, including Sage Accpac ERP, Sage Timberline, Sage MAS 90 ERP, Sage SalesLogix, Sage Abra HRMS (human resource management system), Sage FAS Fixed Assets and others.

“It is a great testament to the hard work and focus on our mutual customers that Hagel & Company has succeeded in becoming a Sage North America President’s Circle Award winner,” said Jodi Uecker-Rust, president Sage Business Solutions division. “We applaud the efforts of the entire team at Hagel & Company and wish them continued success in the years to come.”

In January 2010, President’s Circle 2009 award recipients will experience further recognition from Sage with an executive retreat at the Biltmore Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona for these elite performers.

Frank Hagel, President of Hagel & Company attributed the company’s success to the dedication and hard work of all the employees of the company and to the loyalty of its 500+ customers across the Western United States. Hagel was also recently named to chair the National Business Partner Advisory Council for Sage’s Employer Solutions Group. Hagel & Company has been a Sage Channel Partner since 1993.

About Hagel & Company:

Hagel and Company is a West Coast U. S. based firm concentrating on business software systems for the Western and Southwestern regions of the United States and Western Canada. Hagel & Company maintains offices in Tacoma, Wash., Palo Alto, Calif., and Portland, Ore.

As the leading business partner for Sage Software’s Sage Abra HRMS west of the Mississippi and one of the top four in the country, Hagel & Company is exclusively focused on supporting human resource information systems including Sage Abra HRMS and Payroll, Halogen Performance Management and TimeCentre workforce management and timekeeping systems. The firm invests heavily each year in improving and maintaining its certifications and skills. With these partnerships, Hagel & Company can serve all the human resource, payroll, timekeeping, fixed assets and recruiting management needs of its customers.

Hagel & Company supports clients in high technology, professional sports, health care, manufacturing, services, education, government, retail and not-for-profit organizations. The company has celebrated successful and profitable years since its founding in 1993. For more information please call 866-248-7755 or visit http://www. hagel. net (http://www. hagel. net).

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Greater Miami Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women to Hold Membership Informational

Greater Miami Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women to Hold Membership Informational

Miami Gardens, FL (PRWEB) July 17, 2006

The Greater Miami Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. will be hosting a membership informational meeting on Saturday, August 5, 2006 in the Auditorium at the North Dade Regional Library, located at 2455 NW 183rd Street in Miami Gardens. 

The National Coalition of 100 Black Women (“The Coalition”) is a nonprofit organization that serves as an advocacy organization to support women of color through leadership development, networking, political action, health awareness, mentoring, and scholarship.

The Greater Miami Chapter has a long and successful history of providing public service programs to the residents of Miami-Dade County. Since 1992, the Coalition, through our sisterhood, has been committed to providing a variety of community-based programs. This past year, The Coalition held its inaugural Ready-Set-Life Gala to provide grant funds to young women aging out of the foster care system. The Coalition has also offered career development and mentoring and self-esteem workshops for young girls. The Coalition is here to develop and support the next generation of women.

We cordially invite you to learn more about our Chapter and how you can become an advocate for positive social change in the Greater Miami area.

The event is free and a networking reception will follow the meeting. Space is limited. Please RSVP by Friday, July 28, 2006. For more information, please direct your questions or comments to our e-mail address at NCBW100Miami @ aol. com or contact Neichole S. J. Hess, Esq., Second Vice President, Membership at (305) 606-4367.

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Bush’s FDA Appointee Will Turn Sickly Americans into “Guinea Pigs,” Author Warns

Bush’s FDA Appointee Will Turn Sickly Americans into “Guinea Pigs,” Author Warns

As Senate confirmation hearings proceed on the appointment of Andrew von Eschenbach, M. D., President Bush’s choice for permanent head of the FDA, author and clinician Byron J. Richards is warning that if von Eschenbach passes this small hurdle to sinecure, health care for Americans is headed straight over a cliff.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) August 24, 2006

As Senate confirmation hearings proceed on the appointment of Andrew von Eschenbach, M. D., President Bush’s choice for permanent head of the FDA, author and clinician Byron J. Richards is warning that if von Eschenbach passes this small hurdle to sinecure, health care for Americans is headed straight over a cliff.

Richards, a board-certified clinical nutritionist and author of the blockbuster book “Fight For Your Health: Exposing the FDA’s Betrayal of America,” points out that the public battle between George Bush and Hillary Clinton over the “morning after pill,” Plan B, is nothing more than a red herring: “Both Hillary and George want von Eschenbach approved; he is an ideal FDA chief for both of their warped healthcare agendas. The ones suffering in this game are Americans and their health. The suffering is not trivial; we are talking about broken lives and dead patients in the hundreds of thousands.”

Serious questions abound regarding the suitability of von Eschenbach to head an agency so intimately connected to the well-being of Americans, Richards warns. While Senator Clinton pushes the issue of women’s rights, nobody is questioning von Eschenbach’s track record, his overt connections to Big Pharma, or his emphasis on using drugs to manage disease, a highly profitable approach to health care for his pharmaceutical friends.

“The bottom line is that under von Eschenbach, the FDA will base effectiveness of drugs on protein signals inside cells evaluated in a lab by a supercomputer. Effectiveness will no longer be based on such obvious outcomes as living longer or improved quality of health, based on controlled studies. By defining safety and effectiveness on gene signal manipulation, the FDA will have a far lower standard for safety and effectiveness, enabling massive numbers of dangerous and toxic drugs to enter the market for human experimentation.”

“It is not too late for Americans to call their Senators and tell them to vote ‘no’ on von Eschenbach. We need an FDA chief who puts safety first,” says Richards. “Americans are being plunged into a high tech Dark Ages of healthcare. The Big Pharma juggernaut is on a rampage. The American population is asleep at the wheel, forfeiting their own health and the health of their children and grandchildren, all the while pretending they are doing something meaningful by having a war over abortion and right to life issues.”

See: http://www. newswithviews. com/Richards/byron6.htm (http://www. newswithviews. com/Richards/byron6.htm)
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR INTERVIEWS WITH BYRON RICHARDS, CONTACT:

Dee Nicholson

Ph: 416-406-6172

Www. truthinwellness. com

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EMaxHealth Announces Free RSS - Health News

EMaxHealth Announces Free RSS - Health News

EMaxHealth. com (http://www. eMaxHealth. com) today announced free Health RSS News service for webmasters and readers, who are interested in Health News and Health Articles.

(PRWEB) December 25, 2004

emaxHealth. com will offer Health articles and health news on variety of human related health topics through its Health RSS at http://www. emaxhealth. com/cms/?m=news&display=526 (http://www. emaxhealth. com/cms/?m=news&display=526)

Topics that are actively discussed are include Diet and Weight Loss, Exercise and Fitness, MenÂ’s and WomenÂ’s Health, Family Health and Teens, Child Health and Skin Care, Alternative Medicine, Herbal Remedies, Stress Management, Yoga and Personal Health. Fin also articles on such issues as HIV and AIDS, Sexuality and Pregnancy, Prostate and Testicular Cancer, as well as Happiness, Spiritual Healing and more General Health Articles.

Using the Free Health RSS of eMaxHealth is so easy. The webmasters and the readers just need to use http://www. emaxhealth. com/cms/?m=news&display=526 (http://www. emaxhealth. com/cms/?m=news&display=526) link in their websites or RSS reader. It is Free to use and provides daily updated fresh health content on disease, conditions and more.

The general and specific medical and health channels cover articles and the latest medical news and provide fresh information daily.

What is a News Reader?

An RSS Reader (also known as an RSS aggregator or News Reader) is software which enables you to get the latest news headlines, in RSS format, delivered straight to your desktop.

EMaxHealth. com (http://www. eMaxHealth. com (http://www. eMaxHealth. com)) established an online presense since March of 2004 and has been providing freely available more than 1000 quality health articles and Forum to its visitors.

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T. J. Samson Community Hospital Selects Unibased Systems Architecture’s Award Winning Solutions for Enterprise Resource Management and Surgery Management

T. J. Samson Community Hospital Selects Unibased Systems Architecture’s Award Winning Solutions for Enterprise Resource Management and Surgery Management

Unibased Systems Architecture, Inc. (USA), the leading provider of enterprise-wide resource management solutions to the healthcare industry, today announced that T. J. Samson Community Hospital has contracted for its award-winning totally integrated Resource Management System (RMS) with periOperative Resource Management System (ORMS).

Chesterfield, MO (PRWEB) October 21, 2005

Unibased Systems Architecture, Inc. (USA), the leading provider of enterprise-wide resource management solutions to the healthcare industry, today announced that T. J. Samson Community Hospital has contracted for its award-winning totally integrated Resource Management System (RMS) with periOperative Resource Management System (ORMS).

Established in 1929, T. J. Samson Community Hospital is a 196-bed facility located in Glasgow, Kentucky serving a population of 180,000. T. J. Samson provides a full range of inpatient and outpatient medical care and specialties to residents across south-central Kentucky. With 1,000 employees, it is the second-largest employer in Barren County. T. J. Samson has achieved high accreditation from the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations with a score of 97 out of a possible 100 points which places the hospital among the top five per cent of hospitals nationwide.

“T. J. Samson is redefining health care to include the health and wellness of the larger community using the innovative and patient-centered Planetree model. Only a handful of hospitals in the U. S. are truly dedicated to changing the patient's hospital experience from impersonal and intimidating to nurturing and personalized. We share the vision of T. J. Samson and RMS/ORMS will provide the resource management tools which will enhance their revenue cycle management process, patient and physician relations and provide a complete patient agenda for all scheduled services,” said William J. Nicoll, USA Senior Sales Executive.

Blenda Chapman, RN, Director Surgical Services for T. J. Samson stated, “I am excited about the prospect of having a patient-focused scheduling system for many areas that will bring all the pertinent information to the fingertips of those who will be providing service at the point of care.”

About The Planetree Model: Founded in 1978, the non-profit Planetree organization has become a pioneer in personalizing, humanizing and demystifying the health care experience for patients and their families. Planetree is patient-focused, rather than provider-focused. It is committed to improving medical care from the patient's perspective. It empowers patients and families through information and education, and encourages "healing partnerships" with caregivers. Hospitals that have fully implemented Planetree have found increased patient satisfaction, increased staff satisfaction and decreased employee turnover. For more information, visit www. planetree. org.

About Unibased Systems Architecture, Inc. (USA): Unibased and its products have maintained the highest rankings from the KLAS independent reporting for the last six years and their reputation for product quality, reliability, and supporting services has no equal in the HIT industry.

Unibased markets various products which are open, scalable, integrated client/server and web enabled solutions, designed to meet the unique needs of sophisticated enterprise organizations. Unibased has major solution offerings in the HIT and air travel markets, providing real-time production scheduling, human resource, security and financial systems. In the HIT industry, Resource Management System (RMS) is an integrated solution which schedules and tracks patient resource needs from pre-access through follow-up. RMS also monitors the effectiveness of clinical programs, financial productivity and capacity management. PeriOperative Resource Management System (ORMS) is an integrated module which addresses OR scheduling, surgeon preferences, suite utilization, clinical documentation, materials management, clinical worker training and certification.

RMS/ORMS results in significant improvements in physician and patient relations. Unibased products and services are available through direct sales, marketing partners, value added resellers and system integrators. Unibased is a private corporation founded in 1986, and is based in Chesterfield, Missouri. Visit Unibased on the web at www. unibased. com.

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Weekly Venture Capital Activity Week July 11, 2005 through July 17, 2005

Weekly Venture Capital Activity Week July 11, 2005 through July 17, 2005

This reporting period companies based in California operating in the IT Services industry and that have raised their Series D, E & up round of financing led the pack in the amount of venture financing raised. Also, there was five IPOs this reporting period.

(PRWEB) July 22, 2005

The five IPOs that listed on American stock exchanges this period were:

Cryocor raised gross proceeds of $40.8 million on the NASDAQ Stock Exchange and is a San Diego, CA based provider of minimally invasive, disposable catheter systems used for the treatment of cardiac arrythmias.

Focus Media Holding raised gross proceeds of $171.7 million on the NASDAQ Stock Exchange and is a Shanghai, China based operator of the largest out-of-home advertising network in China.

JER Investors Trust raised gross proceeds of $216.9 million on the New York Stock Exchange and is a McLean, VA based specialty finance company which originates and acquires real estate debt securities and loans.

Quintana Maritime raised gross proceeds of $192.1 million on the NASDAQ Stock Exchange and is a Glyfada, Greece based provider of dry bulk marine transportation.

United Financial Bancorp raised gross proceeds of $76.7 million on the NASDAQ Stock Exchange and is a West Springfield, MA community bank with 11 branches in Hampden County, Massachusetts.

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Www. capitalHunter. com was able to verify that $537 million of venture capital was invested in 34 U. S.-based companies during this weekÂ’s reporting period. The average deal size was approximately 15.79 million. The amount of venture capital invested this period increased by 289% compared to last periods $138 million.

Geographically, California led the way with eleven deals worth $253 million, representing almost half (46%) of this reporting periods funding. However, one company, FiberTower, accounted for more than half of this amount (more on that later). Other companies in California that raised money this reporting period include Posit Science, a provider of neurological health programs that raised $14.52 million in Series B financing, and LGC Wireless, a producer of in-building wireless voice/data coverage and capacity solutions for wireless and Internet use that received $11 million in late stage mezzanine financing. Utah had a good week, raising $57 million and trailed only California in regional funding this reporting period. The rest of the funding was evenly spread out among the usual suspects, including Massachusetts, Virginia, North Carolina, Washington and others.

The IT Services sector raised 30% of the venture capital this reporting period, for a total of $163 million. However, only two companies were part of this funding due to the fact that FiberTower raised an astonishing $150 million, which is the second largest funding this year, topped only by the $200 million Series E funding Vonage raised earlier this year. Software, the perennial leader in venture funding, raised 20% of the funding this reporting period with $107.25, while healthcare related companies (biotechnology, medical devices and health-related facilities) also did very well, raising a total of $139.4 million despite the poor market for biotech public offerings (though CryoCor went public last week, see above)

Late stage financing received the most dollars (again, due to the $150 million raised by FiberTower) with $212 million, but the number of early stage companies receiving financing continued to be strong, as thirteen companies raised a first round of financing and ten more companies raised a second round, meaning that about two-thirds on the reported deals this week were in early or relatively early stage companies. Only five companies accounted for the $212 million late stage capital raised this period, and FiberTower was responsible for most of that. Other notable late financings include Motricity, a Durham, NC based provider of mobile content that raised $30 million, and Vitae Pharmaceuticals, who is currently working with GlaxoSmithKline to develop novel renin inhibitor drug compounds for the treatment of hypertension and related cardiovascular disorders, raised $15 million.

The three largest venture deals this period are as follows:

1 FiberTower IT Services $150 million

2 Omniture Software $40 million

3 Centerre Healthcare Healthcare Services $30 million

The following thirteen and other unnamed investors funded the above mentioned top three venture capital investments for $220 million:

1 Attractor Investment Management

2 BA Venture Partners

3 Baird Venture Partners

4 Crown Castle International

5 Goldman Sachs

6 Hummer Winblad Venture Partners

7 Meritech Capital Partners

8 Oak Investment Partners

9 Pacific Venture Group

10 River Cities Capital Funds

11 RiverVest Venture Partners

12 Sterling Venture Partners

13 Tudor Investments

A total of 87 equity financings of private and public companies occurred during this reporting period. Each of the 87 equity financings are profiled in a weekly report which include venture financings, private placements, secondary offerings, PIPEÂ’s, and IPOÂ’s.

About www. CapitalHunter. com

Www. CapitalHunter. com is a web-based financial information company that identifies, preserves and electronically disseminates worldwide data on venture capital and other equity financings. Customers utilize the www. CapitalHunter. com searchable database to research newly and historic financings and to identify active investors.

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Zi Spa, Beauty and Wellness Day Spa, Announces Special Offers for the Month of September

Zi Spa, Beauty and Wellness Day Spa, Announces Special Offers for the Month of September

Zi Spa, premier beauty and wellness spa that offers traditional spa treatments combined with clinically advanced procedures, announces featured specials for the month of September.

Coeur d'Alene, ID (PRWEB) September 2, 2006

Zi Spa, premier beauty and wellness spa that offers traditional spa treatments combined with clinically advanced procedures, announces featured specials for the month of September. Recognized for the unique experience that if affords every client, Zi Spa offers unaparalleled hand and foot pampering experience.

 Zi Caribbean Passion Pedicure - Indulge yourself in Tropical Paradise. Get swept away in a coconut sugar exfoliation and luxurious massage from heel to toe with our coconut foot cream.

 Zi Vinomanicure - The powerful antioxidant and exfoliating properties of vino (wine) will hydrate and soften your hands while preventing aging. Your hands will steep in a grape seed bath tea, be exfoliated with a grape seed/rosemary cream scrub, then be massaged and hydrated with a Lavender Grape Seed Lotion. A final paraffin wrap will lock in the moisture. This deluxe signature manicure is enhanced with warm stones throughout the treatment.

Enhanced by a fusion of modern architecture and nature, Zi Spa is a haven for the body, mind and soul. While relaxing in the Zen or inhalation room, clients are treated to a calming view of the Spokane River. A rainfall shower or infinity SOK tub has been especially created for them. To enhance one’s spa experience, Zi Spa has also made available a wine and juice bar.

For more information about Zi Spa and its other services, please visit www. zispas. com.

About Zi Spa

Zi Spa, located in Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, is a 6,000 square-foot oasis, which boasts spectacular views of the Spokane River. It represents the first Spa of its kind in the Inland Northwest, offering a unique menu of services aimed at soothing the body and mind, like Vichy Shower Body Treatments, a Zen Lounge, Couples Suite, Inhalation Room, a variety of massage and aroma therapies and a full-service salon to name a few.

The Zi Spa philosophy is “living well and enhancing beauty through traditional spa treatments combined with clinically advanced procedures.” The Spa isn’t just about pampering — it’s about necessity, it’s about health and awareness, it’s about taking care of not only your body, but your mind and spirit.

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New Osteoporosis Web Site Offers Consumers Holistic Approach to Bone Health BoneBalance. org Emphasizes the Role of Strong Bones for Healthier Lives

New Osteoporosis Web Site Offers Consumers Holistic Approach to Bone Health BoneBalance. org Emphasizes the Role of Strong Bones for Healthier Lives

Osteoporosis is a bone thinning condition that causes bones to weaken and sometimes break. Because the disease often occurs without observable symptoms, many people donÂ’t know they have osteoporosis until a strain, bump or fall causes a fracture. WWW. BoneBalance. Org is a new Web site designed to provide information about what osteoporosis is, what causes bones to weaken, how to prevent the condition and how to improve your bone health. WWW. BoneBalance. org highlights the importance of lifestyle regimens, such as exercise, diet and medical treatment, which may improve overall health and wellness.

Nutley, N. J. and Research Triangle Park, N. C. (PRWEB) July 25, 2004

Osteoporosis, a condition that causes bones to become thinner and weaken, is a major public health threat that affects ten million people in the United States, eight million of them women. Yet because bone loss often occurs without symptoms, people may not even realize they have osteoporosis. In some cases, osteoporosis is not even diagnosed until their bones are so weakened that a sudden strain, bump or fall causes a fracture or collapsed vertebra. To provide people with an easy-to-access way to learn about preventing and treating osteoporosis, a new web site – www. BoneBalance. org – has been launched. The site emphasizes the integral role bone health plays towards maintaining overall health.

BoneBalance. org encourages web site visitors to consider caring for their bones in a way that supports both their physical body and way of life. The web site provides information about bone health and tips for people to achieve balance and wellness in mind, body and spirit. It

Emphasizes the importance of exercise, diet, medical treatment and lifestyle regimens, which may improve health and wellness.

“Too many people are not aware that they should be taking steps to strengthen their bones as they age,” said Robert Recker, M. D., Chief of endocrinology and Director of the Osteoporosis Research Center at the Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, Neb. “Or people who are aware that bone health is important often find it difficult to adhere to lifestyle and treatment routines that work towards strengthening their bones and bodies as a whole.”

“Until a bone breaks, many people underestimate their risk for having a fracture and the serious effects it can have on their lives,” continued Dr. Recker, “www. BoneBalance. org reminds people that osteoporosis can be preventable and that action needs to be taken to maintain bone health. The site provides the information to help people with that maintenance process.”

To help navigate the site, www. BoneBalance. org is divided into three health and lifestylecategories:

• Knowing: focuses on being informed and understanding the basics aboutosteoporosis

• Nurturing: focuses on lifestyle adjustments and caring for the mind, body and spirit

• Strengthening: encourages participation in active strategies for bone health

Visitors to www. BoneBalance. org will find a wealth of nutrition, exercise and lifestyletips to help them learn about living a healthy life with osteoporosis. Visitors can also sign up for a free monthly "BoneBalance Total Wellness" newsletter for additional advice and information.

The www. BoneBalance. org web site is sponsored by Roche and GlaxoSmithKline.

About Roche

Hoffmann-La Roche Inc. (Roche), based in Nutley, N. J., is the U. S. prescription drug unit of the Roche Group, a leading research-based health care enterprise that ranks among the worldÂ’s leaders in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Roche discovers, develops, manufactures and markets numerous important prescription drugs that enhance people's health, well-being and quality of life.

Among the companyÂ’s areas of therapeutic interest are: dermatology; genitourinary disease; infectious diseases, including influenza; inflammation, including arthritis and osteoporosis; metabolic diseases, including obesity and diabetes; neurology; oncology; transplantation; vascular diseases; and virology, including HIV/AIDS and hepatitis C.

For more information on the Roche U. S. pharmaceuticals business, visit the companyÂ’s web site at: http://www. rocheusa. com (http://www. rocheusa. com).

About GSK

GlaxoSmithKline, one of the world's leading research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, is committed to improving the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer. For company information, visit GSK on the World Wide Web at www. gsk. com.

For further information contact:

Roche:

Terence Hurley (973) 562-2882

GSK:

Ramona DuBose (919) 483-2839

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