When the Holidays Are a Pain in the Neck -- Pain Relief May be the Best Gift of All

When the Holidays Are a Pain in the Neck -- Pain Relief May be the Best Gift of All

Patented magnetic technology by Dr. Bakst eliminates pain quickly and safely. As dangerous pain medications are pulled off the market, magnetic therapy is being viewed as a safe alternative.

Palm Desert, CA. (PRWEB) December 16, 2005

The holiday season brings with it much joy but unfortunately also much pain – neck and back pain to be more precise. As millions of Americans suffer from acute and chronic pain, safe and effective pain relief (http://www. drbakstmagnetics. com/) still remains elusive to many.

Pain medication after pain medication is being pulled off the market because of significant health risks including heart attacks. For those who suffer from pain including back pain, neck pain, arm and shoulder pain, knee pain, headaches, menstrual cramping and other such conditions, effective pain relief (http://www. drbakstmagnetics. com/how. html) is the best gift they can receive this holiday season.

Magnetic therapy pioneer, Dr. Alvin Bakst’s complete line of magnetic pain relief has been proven to be highly effective in relieving all types of pain. Dr. Bakst’s magnetic therapies are so revolutionary they received the only concept patent in the industry.

The type, strength and location of the magnets must all be precisely constructed to provide a safe and effective form of pain relief. Dr. Bakst’s patented technology uses the precise type, power and location of magnets in order to alleviate pain immediately.

Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York released a report on effective use of magnetic therapy and how magnetic therapy can also help the body heal itself.

This holiday season you can make sure that your days and nights are filled with joy and not pain. Dr. Bakst’s revolutionary magnetic therapy equipment is a highly effective, affordable and safe alternative to dangerous medications and invasive surgical procedures in your quest to alleviate acute and chronic pain.

About Magnatech Labs Inc:

Magnatech Labs, Inc., (http://www. drbakstmagnetics. com) was founded and established by Dr. Alvin Bakst in 1994. Since its inception, the company has been dedicated to researching effective methods of alleviating and eliminating pain in the body without the use of drugs or invasive medical procedures.

Magnatech Labs, Inc. has developed and now manufactures the highest quality magnetic pain relief products available on the market using both ceramic and neodymium magnets placed in a supportive neoprene material to provide maximum comfort and support.

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Cytosport Muscle Milk Offered for Free on ConditionNutrition. com

Cytosport Muscle Milk Offered for Free on ConditionNutrition. com

Peak Performance stacks that offer free Cytosport Muscle Milk launched by ConditionNutrition. com. Stacks include popular products such as BSN NO Xplode, VPX NO Shotgun and Universal Animal Pak. Customers can now purchase all their supplement needs at one low price.

Tampa, FL (Vocus) May 13, 2009

ConditionNutrition. com, America's One Stop Nutrition Shop, announced today that they are launching Peak Performance Stacks that offer free Muscle Milk protein powder to their customers. Their most popular stack includes the new Rage line of testosterone enhancing products designed for individuals serious about gaining size and strength. When customers purchase RV5, their potent on-cycle testosterone booster, and RV1 their natural testosterone product used to cycle off RV5. In addition, Condition Nutrition is offering a slew of other Muscle Milk stacks that include popular products such as Universal's Animal Pak, BSN NO-Xplode, VPX NO Shotgun (http://www. conditionnutrition. com/discount/vpx-no-shotgun-v3/) and other popular health products.

Condition Nutrition's president, Joseph A. Sochet, Esq., explained, "it is essential for our company to promote product stacks that offer customers all their nutrition products at a competitive price. Since Muscle Milk is the most popular product on the market, we wanted this to be the leading product in our Peak Performance Stack."

With the economy continually getting worse and peoples' budget getting tighter it has become increasing important to take the economic climate into consideration. By offering free Muscle Milk to their customers Condition Nutrition is helping consumers afford the key supplements needed to muscle growth and recovery. These discounts promote sales to fitness enthusious and serious athletes alike. "These deals are created with all customers in mind," states Joseph A. Sochet, Esq.

Condition Nutrition, a leading online retailer of health products and supplements (http://www. conditionnutrition. com/), is promoting their new Peak Performance Stacks with free Muscle Milk since it is not only a high quality protein powder, but also a leader in the sports nutrition industry. This will create an unbeatable deal for purchasing all their sports nutrition needs.

The Peak Performance stacks include products from the most reputable companies in the indutsry. Cytosport has been on the forefront of research and development since the inception of Muscle Milk. Their protein is made from the highest quality raw materials and their manufacturing plant is GMP compliant. VPX is best known for their revolutionary energy drink Redline and have since released numerous products from thermogenics, such as Meltdown, and their latest protein product Muscle Power, all of which have been supported by university studies. BSN has developed the industry's leading Nitric Oxide product, NO Xplode, and have created other award winning products that improve performance and promote lean muscle mass. Universal's Animal Pak (http://www. conditionnutrition. com/discount/universal-nutrition-animal-pak/) has been around since 1984 and is still the industry's leading training vitamin and amino acid pack on the market.

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MyZiva. com Recognized for Raising Quality of Nursing Home Administration, Receives National Web Award

MyZiva. com Recognized for Raising Quality of Nursing Home Administration, Receives National Web Award

The Mature Market Resource Center awarded MyZiva. com a Bronze World Wide Web Mature Media Award.

LAKE SUCCESS, N. Y. (PRWEB) April 6, 2005

ZivaContinuum, developer of MyZiva. com, has been recognized again for its efforts in leading the revolution in healthcare information access with an award for its MyZiva. com Web site. MyZiva. com, the fastest growing and most advanced nursing facility information and management platform on the Web today, received a Bronze World Wide Web Mature Media Award from the Mature Market Resource Center.

This award follows two others received from MMRC in 2004 for ZivaContinuumÂ’s MyZiva. net, a nursing home search engine and evaluation tool for consumers.

The Mature Media Awards, granted twice yearly, recognizes the best senior-related Web sites for consumers and professionals and is the largest program of its kind in the United States. Other winners this year include: Alliance for Aging Research, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, AARP Voices of Civil Rights and MayoClinic. com.

"We are pleased to be recognized by the Mature Market Resource Center once again," stated Celia Strow, CEO of MyZiva. com. “These awards provide recognition for the dedication and service of the many fine people and organizations in this industry. We are honored to be mentioned and delighted that our peers recognize the valuable service we provide to those who use our Web site.”

Mary Tellis-Nayak, President/CEO of the American College of Healthcare Administrators, stated that, “MyZiva. com has the potential to increase the quality of healthcare in nursing homes by helping keep administrators and staff up-to-date on the latest certification information, cutting edge changes and advances and by delivering the tools and information they need to provide a higher level of service.”

A complete list of award recipients is available at: http://www. seniorawards. com/webawards/s2004winners/index. htm (http://www. seniorawards. com/webawards/s2004winners/index. htm)

About MyZiva. com

MyZiva. com delivers information from a variety of public, private and proprietary sources through a single online platform. MyZiva. com is accessed by thousands of nursing facility professionals every day to manage administrative tasks, procedural matters and regulatory issues, enabling efficient operation and freeing up costly resources.

According to ZivaContinuum founder and CEO Robert Abrams, “ZivaContinuum is dedicated to the advancement of quality care and the empowerment of the healthcare industry and consumers by revolutionizing how healthcare information is accessed. MyZiva. com is one example of how our business model will revolutionize access to healthcare information.” ZivaContinuum also offers a free site, MyZiva. net, which helps consumers find, evaluate and compare nursing homes across the nation.

For more information, please visit www. myziva. com/about (http://www. myziva. com/about).

Contacts:

MyZiva. com:

Ceil Strow, 866-4-MyZiva or 516-616-9600

Cstrow@myziva. com

Media:

Marcomm Group

Arthur Germain

516-829-0404

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Telextreme Becomes a Worldwide Leader in VOIP Technology

Telextreme Becomes a Worldwide Leader in VOIP Technology

Telextreme is fast becoming a world leader in the VOIP telecommunications industry. They recently launched in parts of Asia, Mexico, and South America.

(PRWEB) July 29, 2005

Telextreme becomes a worldwide leader in VOIP Technology

Until now Telextreme has been a relatively unknown name in the communications industry. Telextreme is a fairly new VOIP(Voice Over Internet Protocol) service that was introduced by a company called BodyExtreme in 2004. The company recently launched in some countries in Asia with astounding success.

Telextreme makes it easy for people all over the world to communicate with each other at minimal costs. All you need is a broadband internet connection and you are all set. The major difference in Telextreme's technology from other VOIP services is that you can connect any normal telephone to an A. T.A.(Analog Telephone Adapter) and talk just as you normally would. You can learn more about this service at http://www. healthylifesystems. com/telextreme. htm (http://www. healthylifesystems. com/telextreme. htm)

Telextreme has thousands of customers all over the world and is expanding its reach with each growing moment. One happy Telextreme VOIP customer was quoted saying "I can't believe how clear this service is. Now I can talk to my family back home in Mexico anytime I want to. No more long distance charges for me!" Updates can be found at http://www. healthylifesystems. com/telextreme. htm (http://www. healthylifesystems. com/telextreme. htm)

TelExtreme is a division of BodyExtreme, Inc, a privately held debt-free corporation located in Boise, Idaho USA. BodyExtreme began operations in 1997 offering a low cost home business opportunity marketing a full line and nutrition, wellness and homeopathic products. In 2004, BodyExtreme began to expand its strategy to deliver health and vitality to people around the world by launching a new division, TelExtreme, to market the incredible new technology of Broadband Telephone Service. They have done this by making it easy and affordable to communicate around the world through their V. o.I. P (Voice over Internet Protocol) services.

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Ecology Coatings Wins NanoTech Briefs Nano 50 Award

Ecology Coatings Wins NanoTech Briefs Nano 50 Award

Clean, Efficient LiquidN Industrial Coatings Honored for Innovation and Market Promise

Akron, OH (PRWEB) July 10, 2006

Ecology Coatings Inc., a leading developer of nano-engineered ultraviolet curable coatings, has been recognized as a Nano 50™ Award winner by Nanotech Briefs, a leading nanotechnology magazine from the publishers of NASA Tech Briefs. Judged by a panel of nanotechnology and MEMS experts, the Nano 50 Awards recognize the top 50 technologies, products, and innovators that have significantly impacted, or are expected to impact, the state of the art in nanotechnology. Nanotech Briefs honored Ecology Coatings’ LiquidNTM coatings as a leading product innovation with significant near-term market promise.

“The winners of the Nano 50 awards are the best of the best – the innovative people and technologies that will continue to move nanotechnology to key mainstream markets,” said Linda L. Bell, publisher of Nanotech Briefs.

A necessary final step for nearly every manufactured consumer product, conventional coating technologies are time and energy intensive and often contain polluting solvents. Ecology Coatings’ award-winning LiquidN products address that bottleneck by enabling dramatic process efficiencies for manufacturers without compromising environmental and public health. The ultraviolet (UV) curable, 100 percent solids coatings drive 99 percent reductions in time, reduce energy expenditures of up to 80 percent and do not release any air pollutants to the ambient environment. Requiring only a few seconds of UV exposure to form a durable high-performance barrier, Ecology Coatings’ products are currently being applied to metals, plastics, electronics, composites, paper and more.

“We’re honored to be included in this select group of innovators who share the goal of bringing transformational nanotechnology out of the lab and into the marketplace,” said Richard Stromback, CEO of Ecology Coatings. “Market success in a well-established sector like manufacturing requires a cost-effective technology that addresses a significant need in the existing system. In applications as diverse as your car and your MP3 player, our coatings offer manufacturers the economic and performance benefits needed to overcome the inertia of entrenched technologies. It’s that fundamental value proposition that is driving our own success today and paving the way for future growth.”

“In developing a viable environmentally-sound replacement to conventional industrial coating products, I knew that we needed to simultaneously achieve the performance characteristics manufacturers need to make real-world products: hardness, abrasion resistance, corrosion resistance, and ease of application all need to be at least as good if not better than those incumbent technologies,” said Sally Ramsey, chief chemist and founder of Ecology Coatings. “Enabled by the incorporation of nanoparticles into our UV-curable, solvent-free formulation, the LiquidN products achieve that critical combination.”

The Nano 50 awards will be presented to Ecology Coatings at a special reception and awards dinner during NASA Tech Briefs National Nano Engineering Conference at the Boston Marriott Newton, November 9-10, 2006. For the complete list of 2006 Nano 50 award winners, visit: www. nanotechbriefs. com/nano50_winners. html (http://www. nanotechbriefs. com/nano50_winners. html )

About Ecology Coatings

Ecology Coatings is a world leader in the development of nano-engineered, ultra-violet curable coatings that drive efficiencies and clean processes in manufacturing. Using a platform of integrated nano-material technologies, the company creates proprietary coatings with unique performance attributes. Ecology collaborates with industry leaders to develop revolutionary high-value, high-performance coatings for military, automotive, industrial, electronic and medical applications. Ecology Coatings is a privately held company based in Akron, Ohio.

About Nanotech Briefs

Nanotech Briefs is a digital monthly magazine from the publishers of NASA Tech Briefs that highlights engineering breakthroughs in nanotechnology and MEMS.

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Lifespan Fitness, Inc. Announces They Now Have the Only Mobile Bod Pod Body Composition Measurement and Tracking System in the State of Florida

Lifespan Fitness, Inc. Announces They Now Have the Only Mobile Bod Pod Body Composition Measurement and Tracking System in the State of Florida

Lifespan Fitness, Inc. (http://www. lifespanfitness. us) recently announced they now have the only mobile, “completely self-contained” Bod Pod (http://www. bodpod. com/index. php) testing lab in the state of Florida. Extensive preparations to this environmentally controlled lab mirrors the quality control required in the leading research facilities.

Palm Harbor, FL (PRWEB) August 19, 2005

Lifespan Fitness, Inc. (http://www. lifespanfitness. us (http://www. lifespanfitness. us)) recently announced they now have the only mobile, “completely self-contained” Bod Pod (http://www. bodpod. com/index. php (http://www. bodpod. com/index. php)) testing lab in the state of Florida. Extensive preparations to this environmentally controlled lab mirrors the quality control required in the leading research facilities.

The Bod Pod uses the most advanced technology available today to measure “body composition” – a vital health diagnostic for determining obesity and overall ratio of muscle to fat. C. Everett Koop (Former Surgeon General) states; “Body fat percentage will become a new standard for health in adults.”

The Bod Pod was originally developed to as a tool for measuring the body composition of special populations such as the obese, disabled, elderly and children in a research environment. The National Institutes of Health (http://www. bodpod. com/about. php (http://www. bodpod. com/about. php)) awarded Life Measurement, Inc. research grants for its development.

This exclusive equipment is normally confined to research facilities, major medical centers, universities and professional athletic programs. The most prestigious organizations (http://www. bodpod. com/clients. php (http://www. bodpod. com/clients. php)) around the world have selected the Bod Pod as their preferred method of choice for measuring body composition.

The Bod Pod is based on the same “whole-body” measurement principal as the hydrostatic weighing (dunk tank) method of analyzing body composition, but uses air-displacement technology instead of water. The Bod Pod has been research validated (http://www. bodpod. com/research. php (http://www. bodpod. com/research. php)) to being as accurate as hydrostatic weighing; while being quicker, easier and leaving less room for operator error.

The state-of-the-art Bod Pod uses sophisticated air-displacement technology to safely, accurately and quickly measures a personÂ’s muscle mass, body fat and lung capacity. This information is then used to establish an accurate baseline from which to construct a personalized exercise and nutritional program. The Bod Pod is un-surpassed in providing excellent repeatability and tracking even the slightest change in body composition.

The future in body composition measurement is here today!

Contact:

Dave Peters

Lifespan Fitness, Inc.

Epeters@tampabay. rr. com

Http://www. lifespanfitness. us (http://www. lifespanfitness. us)
1-888-BOD-PODFla

1-727-789-2148

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Practical Nursing Still a Growth Area in BC

Practical Nursing Still a Growth Area in BC

Seats still available for PN program at the UCW Academy of Health in Victoria

Victoria, BC (Vocus) November 6, 2009

As British Columbia economy recovers from the recession, the province’s health care sector is just one industry taking the lead in employment opportunities. Nursing is a particular growth area thanks to retirements in the field and an increased need for nursing care from the province’s aging population. Anyone looking to enter the field can turn to the Practical Nursing program at the UCW Academy of Health, which is now taking applications for a November start.

“With all of the changes occurring in the health care field today, practical nurses are an essential part of team,” says Patricia Hitchens, Director of Nursing at UCW Academy of Health. “The job often requires quick thinking and the ability to see the bigger picture, so they should take a humanistic approach towards their clients and their roles.”

The 52-week PN program trains students in a variety of areas, building a skill set that will be transferable to careers in hospitals, private clinics and nursing homes. The curriculum follows the training standards outlined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of British Columbia (CLPNBC). In addition, students also take part in multiple practicum placements that prepare them to enter the workforce. More information about the program can be found at http://academyofhealth. ca/Diploma_Programs/Nursing_Programs/Nursing_Programs (http://academyofhealth. ca/Diploma_Programs/Nursing_Programs/Nursing_Programs).

The UCW Academy of Health will accept applications for the Practical Nursing program until November 30, 2009 when the program begins in Victoria.

About UCW Academy of Health
UCW Academy of Health (http://www. academyofhealth. ca (http://www. academyofhealth. ca)) provides accelerated market-driven career training programs to students seeking a skills-based education as an entry point into a competitive job market. UCW Academy of Health strives to be a center of excellence for health care related training where students master the tools, techniques and technologies used in their chosen career fields. Health services curriculum is developed based on recommendations and input from consultants, professionals and practitioners in the field to ensure that graduates develop the specific skill sets that the industry demands.

For more information:
Warren Mailey
Communications Manager
(604) 915-7288, ext 2130

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NCADFA, Inc. Declares Chiropractors, Leaders, In the Advancement of Drug-Free Athletics

NCADFA, Inc. Declares Chiropractors, Leaders, In the Advancement of Drug-Free Athletics

Chiropractic: The key to helping athletes be their best, naturally?

New Milford, NJ (PRWEB) September 22, 2005

Chiropractor, Founder and President of the N. J. based, IRS 501(c)(3)non-profit organization, The National Coalition for the Advancement of Drug-Free Athletics, Inc. (NCADFA, Inc.), Dr. Victor Naumov has launched an anti-drug crusade aimed at municipalities and high schools across the U. S. His message is direct and simple, “First, address the growing problem of performance enhancing drug use among student-athletes then, begin teaching them strategies that will enable them to safely and effectively improve their athletic performance, naturally.”

At a recent presentation, Dr. Naumov told a standing room only crowd, “The most under utilized and overlooked, natural performance enhancing tool available to any athlete, at any age, is the chiropractic adjustment. Why? Because only chiropractors are trained to identify and correct interference in an athlete’s nervous system, for that simple reason they are the leaders in the field of natural performance enhancement. It’s important that you understand, for an athlete to perform at their absolute best, their nervous system has to be as clear as possible. Only regular chiropractic care ensures the body consistently is able to perform at its peak in all areas. This not only includes physically, but mentally and chemically as well. Remember athletic skills such as, balance, hand-eye coordination and reflexive reaction time are all neurological acts which require a good nerve supply to be performed at 100%.”

“We are more than alternative health care providers, more than just neck and back pain doctors what we are is human performance specialists. Both athletes and the public need to know that! We help the body work at its peak potential, at its absolute best. Nobody else can provide this service! It’s about time the public recognized us for our uniqueness and we stop trying so hard to be accepted by the medical profession. It’s the public that will pay us what we’re worth, not the insurance companies. Our efforts and resources are better allocated helping athletes understand the service only we are capable of providing. To become a leader, you must first see yourself as one. I see every chiropractor on this planet as a potential leader. Do you?”

Promoting a New Self

Promoting yourself as a “Human Performance Specialists” holds limitless potential and opportunity for you and your community. You will be able to uniquely position yourself with confidence, as a drug-free professional who is trained to help any individual function at their absolute best, regardless of their current condition. The public already knows we are the neck pain and back pain profession. What has is identity gotten us over the years? 7-8% of the population? What about the rest of the 92%, the people without pain, the kids and athletes who are looking for a different type of natural service? A safe and effective, drug-free way to improve their performance. Talk about an untapped market nitch? Well, their wait is finally over because here is my message loud and clear, “The most under utilized and overlooked, natural performance enhancing tool available to any athlete at any age is the chiropractic adjustment. Why? Because only chiropractors are trained to identify and correct interference in an athlete’s nervous system. It’s important that you understand, for an athlete to perform at their absolute best, their nervous system has to be as clear as possible. Only regular chiropractic care ensures the body consistently is able to perform at its peak in all areas. This not only includes physically, but mentally and chemically as well. Remember, balance, hand-eye coordination and reflexive reaction time are all neurological acts which require a good nerve supply to be performed at 100%. This being said an argument can be made that regular chiropractic care can help improve an athlete’s skill level. That which anabolic steroids can not.” We are Human Performance Specialists and it’s about time the public sees us that way! This message will help attract people without back pain to now seek out your services. Why, because you now have an identity that supports their goals and takes a stand against a public issue of concern.

The Action Step/ Getting Involved!

As all athletes have a right to choose to use or not to use performance enhancing drugs, you as a chiropractor have the right to choose to get involved in taking a stand in this cause or not? A couple of this to think about: “With choice comes power. With power comes responsibility. With responsibility comes change.” I’d like to personally invite you to choose to get involved. The first step is to decide which national organization shares your same view points and vision when it comes to drug-free athletics. Once you find that organization, then support it by becoming an active member. As founder and president of the National Coalition for the Advancement of Drug-Free Athletics, I have chosen to become empowered and take a stand against the issue of drugs in sports. Now, I am in a position to invite you to join me as a fellow leader in the fight against drug use in athletics at all levels. I strongly feel that it is us chiropractors who are key the advancement of drug-free athletics and it’s about time you understand it and the public realizes it. Only then will we be able to successful facilitate positive change.

A Change, Are You Ready? It's Coming!

Change only occurs where there is willingness to accept it and the time is now. Chiropractic offers one thing to every body. It helps you be your best! We are "Human Performance Specialist" and the world needs to know about it. I invite you to join me in the effort by joining the NCADFA as a Professional Member. Visit our website: www. NCADFA. org.

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“Dance Your A** Off” Episode Featured Hyper Vest® PRO Weight Vest

“Dance Your A** Off” Episode Featured Hyper Vest® PRO Weight Vest

The Hyper Vest PRO made its television debut on Oxygen Network's "Dance Your A** Off"

Austin, TX (PRWEB) August 5, 2010

Hyper Wear, LLC, a fitness, health and wellness start-up, is pleased to announce that Hyper Wear’s patented Hyper Vest® PRO weighted vest was featured in an episode of “Dance You’re A** Off,” a dance and weight loss reality show appearing on NBC Universal’s Oxygen network www. oxygen. com.

The Oxygen Network is home to "Dance Your A** Off," the reality competition series that combines "Dancing with the Stars" and "The Biggest Loser." Competitors are paired with a professional dancer in hopes of impressing judges and the viewing audience. However, each of the twelve contestants are also hoping to lose weight during the process.

Several weeks into their dance and weight loss program, contestants were required to run a mile wearing a Hyper Vest PRO adjustable weight vest loaded with enough weight to equal their weight loss to date: anywhere from 30 pounds to over 50 pounds. The test provided a great way to appreciate their weight loss accomplishments to date, as well as allow viewers to see a grueling workout and some great TV.

Hyper Wear President and founder Cosmo Raines explains: “I’m excited to see my weight vest used in such a way. The episode highlights the vest’s comfortable and adjustable design and shows off the weight-loss application. Our weight vest's thin profile and compression attributes make it ideal for running or walking. We’re proud to have a product that is a weapon in the fight against obesity as well as beneficial in strength and speed training for athletes.”

The Hyper Vest® Pro weight vest is adjustable to weigh from 5 to over 50 lbs, and is the thinnest and coolest weight vest ever made.

About Hyper Wear: Hyper Wear, LLC (Hyper Wear®), was founded to bring innovative products to market in the areas of fitness, health and wellness. Its innovative products include the Hyper Vest® Pro weight vest, Hyper Vest Cool™ ice vest for pre-cooling and recovery, SandBell® sandbag weights and SteelBell™ steel shot filled weights. In May 2009, Men’s Health Magazine described the Hyper Vest the best weight vest, and Hyper Wear’s products have also been featured in Muscle and Fitness, Men’s Fitness, Women’s Health, the L. A. Times, and Chicago Tribune. Nationally recognized speed, strength, and agility coach and fitness expert, Jim Liston, M. Ed., CSCS, chairs the Hyper Wear Advisory Board, and is President and Co-Founder of CATZ (Competitive Athlete Training Zone – www. catzsports. com) and Advisor to Men’s Health Magazine and Children’s Health Magazine and the FitSchools Foundation mhfitschools. menshealth. com. For more information on Hyper Wear, www. hyperwear. com or call toll free 888-460-0628.

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Dr. Christine Anderson and Kid Chiropractic Family Wellness Center, in Los Angeles, to Hold Food Drive November 14th through 19th

Dr. Christine Anderson and Kid Chiropractic Family Wellness Center, in Los Angeles, to Hold Food Drive November 14th through 19th

Dr. Christine Anderson and Kid Chiropractic Family Wellness Center will be holding a food drive November 14th through 19th. New patients may bring in 3 non-perishable food items to receive $10 off their initial exam. All collected non-perishable food items will be donated to a local food pantry.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) November 1, 2005

Dr. Christine Anderson and Kid Chiropractic Family Wellness Center will be holding their annual Food Drive November 14-19th at 1445 North Gardner St. in Los Angeles, California. During this time, new patients may bring 3 nonperishable food items to receive $10 off their new patient exam (normally $175) and existing patients may bring 3 nonperishable food items to receive $10 off their office visit. At Kid Chiropractic Family Wellness Center, the main focus is on quality chiropractic care for the entire family. Dedicated to offering a safe and completely natural form of health care to the whole family, Dr. Anderson knows that our children are the future. For this reason she has chosen to focus her energy on creating a practice geared toward family wellness care.

For more information about Dr. Christine Anderson and Kid Chiropractic Family Wellness Center please visit our website: www. kidchiropractic. com

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Are You Having Trouble Gaining Body Weight?

Are You Having Trouble Gaining Body Weight?

Discover how to gain weight naturally and easily without supplements.

(PRWEB) March 14, 2006

"Just About Every Program and Supplement Is Nothing But A Scam! I Don't Care Who Gets Mad, But They Are Almost All Garbage!"

These are the words of body builder Jonathan Perez, who created his own unique and effective weight gain system that turned his 147 pound skinny body into 220 pound of muscle without using the garbage weight gain routines available all over the web and without expensive body building supplements. Now Jonathan reveals in his new ebook entitled - 'From Skinny To Muscular' how any skinny guy can also succeed to gain body weight easily without the use of expensive body building supplements.

In this new no-nonsense weight gain book Jonathan explains in great detail, and step-by-step every single thing he did to gain body weight and strengh and succeed, going from a 147 pound weakling to a strong 220 pound guy, plus adding 5 inches to his arms and increasing tremendously his own body strength. The gain body weight program is written with the needs and concerns of the average, skinny, hard working, busy, full of personal responsibilities, hard gainer person in mind to help them gain body weight succesfully and see results.

The new revolutionary weight gain system by Jonathan Perez covers many topics that uncover many body building techniques, truths and weight gain strategies including, The concept of increasing “muscle capacity”, how your nervous system determines whether you just get strong, or whether you get big and strong, the 6 major muscle building factors, how to tap into “untouched and untrained” muscle fibers, the BEST training technique Jonathan has ever discovered to use during a set that produces the quickest muscular development and many many more weight gaining tecniques that can be seen by going to http://from-skinny-to-muscular. blogspot. com (http://from-skinny-to-muscular. blogspot. com).

'From Skinny to Muscular' is the truth-exposing entire training, eating, and mental course explaining step-by-step what you must do to build muscle and strength. Providing answers to all of the questions that affects skinny, busy, hardgainers, with 115 pages of weight gaining information that makes sure to tell you every single move you must make for building a body to show off. This weight gain eBook alone will save you literally thousands of dollars, years wasted, and the feeling of frustration and also comes with the following 4 free bonuses, Free lifetime ebook course udpdates, Special PDF report 'How to Decipher the Nutrition Labels' , Special PDF report "Dietary Supplements and Your Medical Health" and Email notices of new blog postings.

To read more about the revolutionary weight gain system called 'From Skinny To Muscular' visit http://from-skinny-to-muscular. blogspot. com (http://from-skinny-to-muscular. blogspot. com).

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Mother Describes Caring for Achondroplastic Dwarf Son

Mother Describes Caring for Achondroplastic Dwarf Son

What's achondroplasia? A big word having to do with a small person – a form of short-limb dwarfism occurring in one out of every 26-40,000 births, most often associated with a mutation in parents over age 35 who are of normal stature. A small number, you say? Maybe, until it affects your child. In the case of Juanita Tischendorf, the diagnosis came 10 months after her son Erik was born in 1969. This is the story of a mother's struggle, and a son's life and relationships, in the 1970's and 1980's, a time when much less was known about achondroplasia than is known today. From discouragement and discrimination, to the triumph of a young man's personality over his "differentness", "Who Says I'm Small" is an inspiring read about dealing with resilience and strength against adversity. It is told with a mother's love and a storyteller's skill.

ROCHESTER, N. Y. (PRWEB) September 11, 2005

Ten months after the birth of her son, Erik, J. B. Tischendorf learned her son is an achondroplastic dwarf. Undeterred, she became a pillar of strength.

Her new book, Who Says I'm Small (now available through AuthorHouse, amazon. com, bn. com), describes raising a special needs child and supporting Erik through struggles with his health and society's perception of little people.

Who Says I'm Small chronicles their mutual journey toward overcoming obstacles in order to gain as much normalcy as possible. Erik deals with surgeries, body braces, extended hospital stays and the burden of having to learn to walk again after paralysis.

Their breathtaking hurdles proved to be no match for their will to lead a full life. As Erik persevered, Tischendorf remained a calm, supportive force who not only aided her son with his health problems, but also the ongoing prejudice against him by members of society.

Who Says I'm Small offers guidance to parents in similar situations by helping them realize that a happy ending is possible, even in the shadows of great difficulty. It also shines much-needed light on the acceptance of dwarves by the American public, which is especially important with recent medical advances that have increased their potential life spans and allowed them to lead normal lives.

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HydroPeptide Wins Prevention Magazine 2010 Defy-Your-Age-Beauty-Award

HydroPeptide Wins Prevention Magazine 2010 Defy-Your-Age-Beauty-Award

HydroPeptide is one of only seven products deserving of the 2010 “Defy-Your-Age” seal.

Seattle, WA (PRWEB) September 14, 2010

HydroPeptide (http://hydropeptide. com) is the winner of Prevention’s 2010 Defy-Your-Age-Beauty-Award for “Best Day Cream with SPF.” Prevention magazine put the leading anti-aging beauty products to the test once again this year, revealing just seven products deserving of the “Defy-Your-Age” seal. The HydroPeptide SPF 30 Anti-Wrinkle Skin Enhancing UV Protection overpowered competition thanks to its “all-star lineup of rejuvenating ingredients.”

Prevention magazine's beauty award winners aren't just reader-approved – they're all backed by solid science. After dermatologists thoroughly test 35 new eye creams, day creams, night creams, peels, and more, each product is then used by a group of five women over age 40 for up to eight weeks. A dermatologist then analyzes their skin using high-tech equipment like the Visia Complexion Analysis machine, which takes and compares before-and-after photos to show improvement in a number of common problem areas, including wrinkles, redness, and pore size. The women each rate the product according to ease of use, feel, scent, and more. All of these factors combine to award one product in each of the seven categories with Prevention's coveted Defy-Your-Age award.

HydroPeptide SPF 30 is not the average day cream with sunscreen. This award-winning product self-adjusts to the color of your own skin tone, enhancing your complexion and offering smooth, flawless coverage with a rich blend of anti-inflammatories and antioxidant protection. In 2009, HydroPeptide won four beauty awards and in 2010 HydroPeptide has already earned three more accolades.

What makes HydroPeptide so effective? The HydroPeptide collection includes an industry leading 19 different peptides to boost collagen and fight wrinkles. Additionally, HydroPeptide products are formulated for all skin types, are cruelty-free, paraben free, phthalate free and contain ECOCERT organic ingredients.

What are peptides? Peptides are cell messengers that nourish, repair, and send neural-messages, which naturally stimulate diminished collagen and other important skin tissues as well as relax repetitive wrinkle-causing facial expressions. HydroPeptide is the first skin care company to include peptides into every product and includes them at the highest clinical concentrations. This is significant because different peptides stimulate different collagen, elastin, and other parts of the skin matrix. These cell messengers provide restorative results as well as preventative anti-aging benefits.

“It’s exciting to be one of only seven companies to receive a Prevention magazine 2010 Defy-Your-Age-Beauty-Award,” said Dr. Louise Peck, PhD and founder of HydroPeptide. “Using 19 peptides in the HydroPeptide collection gives our formulations a distinct advantage. HydroPeptide products are very results oriented – earning us 7 beauty awards in just the last year.”

HydroPeptide products are available in prestige retail locations nationwide and at http://hydropeptide. com (http://hydropeptide. com).

About HydroPeptide
HydroPeptide takes the most advanced, scientifically proven skin care elements and simplifies your beauty routine with the Simply Ageless Skin Key, giving you a complete map to beautiful, healthy, ageless skin. The multifaceted HydroPeptide takes the hassle out of your already hectic and complicated life. Whatever your skin type and whatever your concern, HydroPeptide supplies the latest high-tech vital ingredient technologies that deliver youthful, healthy skin.

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Iatria Day Spa Promotes New Assistant Manager

Iatria Day Spa Promotes New Assistant Manager

Erika Mangrum, President of Iatria Day Spa, has announced that Angela Liddick has been promoted to the position of Assistant Manager at the organizationÂ’s Wakefield Crossings location in North Raleigh.

Raleigh, N. C. (PRWEB) July 1, 2005

Erika Mangrum, President of Iatria Day Spa, has announced that Angela Liddick has been promoted to the position of Assistant Manager at the organizationÂ’s Wakefield Crossings location in North Raleigh.

Liddick has more than 10 years of successful business experience specializing in Human Resources. She received a bachelor degree in Business Administration, and is a licensed manicurist. In this position, she will manage techniciansÂ’ schedules and performance, ensure client satisfaction, and properly display and distribute inventory.

“As Assistant Manager, Angela will ensure that we continue our practice of providing every Iatria client with excellent customer service,” said Mangrum. “We are very proud of her work here at Iatria.”

About Iatria Day Spa:

Erika Mangrum is the President of Iatria Day Spa, which specializes in such services as massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, body treatments, waxing, tinting, laser hair removal, and spa day packages. Iatria Day Spa is associated with Dr. Angela Baylis, DC and Iatria Health Center which offer full service chiropractic and applied kinesiology health services under the supervision of qualified doctors who aid in a clientÂ’s total well being. The firm offers its own line of health and body care products, as well as Caleel+Hayden glō™minerals cosmetic line. The company, which is in the process of developing an expansion model to become the first medically oriented day spa on the East Coast to offer an expansion model for prospective spa owners, has three locations, two in North Raleigh, and one in Cary. A fourth location will open shortly in Downtown Raleigh. For more information, please call (919) 870-1975 or visit the website at www. iatria. com.

Media and Press Contacts:

Patty Briguglio

MMI Associates, Inc.

919-233-6600

MMI Associates, Inc.

7406-H Chapel Hill Road

Raleigh, NC 27607

(919) 233-6600 • (919) 233-0300 (fax)

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World's First Billion Dollar Raffle with an Unshared First Prize of $500,000,000 Launches

World's First Billion Dollar Raffle with an Unshared First Prize of $500,000,000 Launches

The world's first billion dollar raffle with an unshared first prize of half a billion dollars (US$500,000,000), a total of 1 billion dollars (US$1,000,000,000) in prize money and a draw date of June 1st, 2008 launched today.

Commonwealth of Dominica, Eastern Caribbean (PRWEB) June 4, 2007

The world's first billion dollar raffle with an unshared first prize of half a billion dollars (US$500,000,000), a total of 1 billion dollars (US$1,000,000,000) in prize money and a draw date of June 1st, 2008 launched today.

In association with this, Offshore Payout IBC (Billion Dollar Raffle_title_World's First Billion Dollar Raffle (http://www. OffshorePayout. com)), the hosts, with the full support and endorsement of the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica, has devised the worldwide Billion Dollar Raffle to generate millions of dollars to support children based charities, including their own cause, the Children's Health & International Education Fund. (C. H.I. E.F.).

The Billion Dollar Raffle gives people from all over the world the opportunity to win the world's largest ever cash prize of half a billion US dollars. This Raffle will put the one, first prizewinner among the world's mega wealthy and make hundreds of others overnight millionaires. The Raffle has been devised so that every member in the draw will have at least a 1 in 2 chance of winning a cash prize, better odds of winning than any lottery in the world.

The Billion Dollar Raffle is commencing operation with a one-month pre-launch phase during which time applicants can register their intent to become a member of the draw. Applicants who sign up during the pre-launch phase will receive additional free entries in the drawing and the opportunity to get a free gift. Following the full launch in July, pre-registered applicants will have their memberships transacted as a first priority, they will be entered into the drawing and they will receive their membership cards and pre-launch incentives.

A spokesperson for Offshore Payout IBC explains, "Lotteries generate huge revenue because of people's dreams of becoming wealthy. Also, one of the largest sources of charitable donations around the World comes from Domestic and International lotteries, which earmark a percentage of ticket revenue for "good causes". We believe, with our exceptional odds of winning a cash prize, people all over the world will participate in the largest giveaway in history. In addition, we are convinced that in today's world where thousands of children die each day through a lack of immunization and where 1 in 2 children live in poverty, more should be done to support these severe issues. Innocent children just crave for a small portion of basic food and drink, good health and hope for the future. The Billion Dollar Raffle gives its members a good chance of winning the largest ever cash prize, while unconditionally helping under privileged and suffering children from around the globe. Through the Billion Dollar Raffle, members can actively help children who have less than nothing, not even their health. By doing nothing more than their everyday activities, entrants will know that they have made a contribution towards improving the lives of poor and suffering children."

For further information please contact Georgina Scott on 1-800-594-2125, ext.5800 Media Relations or Richard Stupple on 1-800-594-2125, ext.3800 International Relations or visit our website at; Offshore Payout_title_Largest Cash Payout in History (http://offshorepayout. com/WinAmt. aspx)

About Offshore Payout IBC
Offshore Payout IBC is an internationally registered corporation based on the Caribbean island of Dominica. The company and the Billion Dollar Raffle have been endorsed by the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica, which will host the drawing of the Raffle in 2008. The founders and the board of Directors of Offshore Payout IBC have experience and expertise in many fields including international promotions, international sales and marketing, law, internet marketing, design and computer programming.

Worldwide advertising of the Billion Dollar Raffle will start in July following the pre-launch phase, and will be through television commercials and infomercials, billboards, Internet banner advertising and other media. Consumers will be driven to the company's website Half a Billion Dollar Raffle First Prize where they will find complete details of the program and how to apply for membership. International television coverage also will commence in July and the company is aiming to appear on network talk shows as the media campaign is rolled out.

Contact:
Georgina Scott, Director of Communications - 1-800-594-2125, ext.5800 Media Relations
Richard Stupple, President - 1-800-594-2125, ext.3800 International Relations
Offshore Payout LLC
Billion Dollar Raffle (http://www. offshorepayout. com)

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The Lodge at Woodloch, Under New Management, Soars to New Heights

The Lodge at Woodloch, Under New Management, Soars to New Heights

“Ahhhh” Spa Lover's Refresh and Relax at Pennsylvania Luxury Destination Resort

Hawley, PA (PRWEB) June 15, 2010

The signature Tradition of Excellence and Warm Hospitality that has been the cornerstone of over 52 years of success for Woodloch Resort now extends to The Lodge at Woodloch (http://www. thelodgeatwoodloch. com/?utm_source=PRWEB&utm_medium=OnlinePR&utm_campaign=Spa_Press_Release). This unique property is an oasis for the mind, body and spirit offering state-of-the-art spa facilities, lavish amenities and a luxurious spa destination unlike any other.

The Lodge is nestled along Little Lake Teedyuskung, which translates to “healing waters” in the Lenni Lanape language. This naturally occurring aquifer incorporates underground channels that draw from the surrounding area including the powerful Delaware River.

The Lodge at Woodloch incorporates these native river stones into a classic body treatment for their natural therapeutic aura. The Lenni Lenape, indigenous Native American tribe, have known for centuries that Delaware River stones contain an energy that accelerates change and energizes one’s entire aura. Delaware River stone is very conducive to the meditative state, bringing in high energy to help you make changes that can lead to deep spiritual experiences.
 Delaware River Stone Massage (http://www. thelodgeatwoodloch. com/html/luxury-spa-massage-therapy. asp? utm_source=PRWEB&utm_medium=OnlinePR&utm_campaign=Spa_Press_Release) Warmed Delaware River stones are incorporated with classic Swedish massage techniques in this deeply relaxing full-body massage with a choice of aromatherapy oils.
75 Minutes $185

New for the upcoming summer season, a fitness “bootcamp” program as well as fruit-enhanced treatments has been added to the menu. The natural oils and antioxidants in summer fruits help to refresh, heal and renew the skin and relax muscle.
 Fruits of the Summer Body Polish (http://www. thelodgeatwoodloch. com/html/luxury-spa-massage-therapy. asp? utm_source=PRWEB&utm_medium=OnlinePR&utm_campaign=Spa_Press_Release) Enjoy the spirit of the summer by picking your own fruit! A customized body polish includes your choice of nectarine, pink grapefruit, or coconut to deliver much needed nutrients and skin brightening antioxidants. Next, a rich moisturizer of avocado and cocoa butters deeply hydrate the skin while delivering the uplifting scents of the summer!
50 Minutes $120

 Fruits of the Summer Manicure and Pedicure (http://www. thelodgeatwoodloch. com/html/luxury-salon-day-spa-pennsylvania. asp? utm_source=PRWEB&utm_medium=OnlinePR&utm_campaign=Spa_Press_Release) Revive hands and feet for the bare look you love with our Fruits of the Summer Manicure and Pedicure. Choose from nectarine, pink grapefruit, or coconut to deliver skin softening fruit oils and antioxidants, leaving your hands and feet feeling refreshed and renewed!
Manicure: 50 Minutes $65
Pedicure: 50 Minutes $85

Introducing The Lodge’s Fit & Fab for Summer (http://www. thelodgeatwoodloch. com/html/spa-package-deals-pennsylvania-pkg. asp? utm_source=PRWEB&utm_medium=OnlinePR&utm_campaign=Spa_Press_Release)
This program is the perfect kick-start to your weight loss and fitness goals! Our experts will assess your physical and nutritional habits and create a program that integrates exercise, eating and meditation for optimum weight loss and health management. Offering 3, 5, or 7 day programs. Let our professionals assist you with an individual strategy for success during your stay and beyond!
3 Day Program - $499/day
5 Day Program - $419/day
7 Day Program - $399/day

About The Lodge at Woodloch
Opening in 2006, The Lodge at Woodloch is among the finest luxury spa resorts in the world (http://www. thelodgeatwoodloch. com/?utm_source=PRWEB&utm_medium=OnlinePR&utm_campaign=Spa_Press_Release). Designed for the sophisticated travel enthusiast, The Lodge is located just 90 miles from New York City in northeastern Pennsylvania’s beautiful lake region. The Lodge creates a new style of day-to-day living through the exhilaration of exercise, mind-body techniques, inspired healthy cuisine and the beauty and wisdom of nature. Just 58 luxurious guest rooms and suites feature marble bathrooms with double granite sinks, oversized showers, private water closets, fine linens and private verandas.

The elegant 40,000 square-foot spa features 27 spacious treatment rooms, a breathtaking Aqua Garden with Hydromassage WaterWalls, horizon-edge whirlpool, state-of-the-art Cardio Weight Studio and private men’s and women’s retreats.

The Lodge is also an impressive facility for corporate retreats, weddings, celebrations, gatherings and is also located adjacent to The Country Club at Woodloch Springs, one of GOLF Magazine’s “Finest Courses in America.

The Lodge has been remarked as:
Top 10 Destination Spas in the World ~ Travel+Leisure
Top 10 Spas in the World ~ TripAdvisor. com
Best Places to Relax in the US ~ AOL Travel
Stay List ~ National Geographic Traveler
10 Most Luxurious Spas in the US ~ Forbes

Experience One of the World's Premier Luxury Destination Spas; for more information call 866.953.8500 or visit TheLodgeAtWoodloch. com (http://www. thelodgeatwoodloch. com/?utm_source=PRWEB&utm_medium=OnlinePR&utm_campaign=Spa_Press_Release).

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Happy 1 Year Anniversary to The House Designers and ENERGY STAR®!

Happy 1 Year Anniversary to The House Designers and ENERGY STAR®!

ENERGY STAR® and The House Designers celebrate one year of providing consumers and builders with green house plans. Each plan in this exclusive collection is designed to meet the rigorous guidelines set by the U. S. EPA's ENERGY STAR® program.

Monroe, CT (PRWEB) October 29, 2009

It's been one year today that The House Designers (THD), the leading online source for residential blueprints and house plans (http://www. thehousedesigners. com/), and ENERGY STAR® partnered together to encourage consumers and builders to build eco-friendly, energy efficient homes. This partnership gives new home builders (http://www. thehousedesigners. com/home-builders. asp) the tools to implement a green building strategy right from the onset as soon as they break ground on their new home construction instead of waiting until the home has been constructed.

All plans in THD's ENERGY STAR® Approved/Green House Plan (http://www. thehousedesigners. com/greenhouseplans/) collection come pre-approved and include a variety of 'tried-and-true' energy-efficient features to promote healthier living environments while advocating building practices that use energy, water and materials more efficiently.

In today's price-sensitive economy, THD also helps consumers and builders go green by taking advantage of savings and rebates on eco-friendly products offered by residential manufacturers dedicated to promoting sustainable products by using alternative building materials and renewable energy sources. THD recently launched a money savings landing page to make it easy for consumers to find the latest rebates. Broken down by product category and service, you can easily find money saving coupons (http://www. thehousedesigners. com/editorschoice/dream-savings. asp)/rebates for appliances, garage doors, tax credits and much more.

Consumers who are serious about building their dream home or just love staying current about the latest home building trends and products can now visit THD on Facebook (http://www. facebook. com/pages/The-House-Designers/131744398838). They joined the popular social-networking site to stay in touch with its consumers and keep them updated on the newest and hottest products and trends, particularly when it comes to building green. Consumers can become fans of THD, share their home building experience and post photographs of their new home.

ABOUT THE HOUSEDESIGNERS
The House Designers (www. TheHouseDesigners. com]) are the leading residential architects and designers in the U. S. comprising the majority of pre-drawn plans in America. THD has the best selling, most popular house plans in America all under one roof owned and operated directly by the designers. They have clients who have built their home plans in every state in the U. S. and in 56 countries around the globe.

ABOUT ENERGY STAR®
ENERGY STAR (http://www. energystar. gov/index. cfm? c=new_homes. nh_features) was introduced by EPA in 1992 as a voluntary, market-based partnership to reduce green house gas emissions through energy efficiency. Today, the ENERGY STAR® label can be found on more than 50 different kinds of products as well as buildings and new homes. Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR®, prevent green house gas emissions by meeting strict energy-efficiency specifications set by the government. In 2007 alone, Americans, with the help of ENERGY STAR®, saved $16 billion on their energy bills while reducing green house gas emissions equivalent to those from 27 million vehicles.

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National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) Urges Continued Focus on Prevention in Health Care Reform

National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) Urges Continued Focus on Prevention in Health Care Reform

The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) issued the following statement in response to an Aug. 8 letter by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) , which stated that investing in prevention won't yield cost savings to the government, though some forms of prevention can be cost-effective.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) August 15, 2009

The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) issued the following statement in response to an Aug. 8 letter by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) , which stated that investing in prevention won't yield cost savings to the government, though some forms of prevention can be cost-effective.

"In its review of the cost saving benefits of prevention, the Congressional Budget Office too narrowly focuses on only one element of prevention - detecting disease - rather than the full spectrum of preventive care, which includes both averting and managing disease. When evaluated in its entirety, prevention does in fact save money, as published studies have shown.

"Prevention of disease and related (and costly) complications has become a rallying point for Congress and the White House as they discuss the urgent need to 'bend the cost curve' through reforming the health care system. We commend them for bringing this essential element of health care into the spotlight, and also urge them to remember the moral as well as fiscal imperatives of reform.

"Incorporating prevention into the health care system is not just about savings; it also offers a critical opportunity to greatly improve quality of life. As policymakers continue to discuss how to bring more preventive care into the system, we hope that they will remain focused on the 'healthy' part of health reform and what this effort should be about: improving the health and health care of the American people."

About the National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD)
The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) is a national public health association for chronic disease program directors of each state and U. S. territory. The NACDD works to reduce the impact of chronic diseases on the American population by advocating for preventive policies and programs, encouraging sharing of knowledge and developing partnerships for health promotion. (www. chronicdisease. org).

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Parkson Corporation Goes Beyond Caring for the Environment

Parkson Corporation Goes Beyond Caring for the Environment

Parkson Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Axel Johnson Inc., takes its role as an environmental company a step further and is launching a "Giving Campaign" amongst its employees.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida (PRWEB) November 20, 2008

Parkson Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Axel Johnson Inc., takes its role as an environmental company a step further and is launching a "Giving Campaign" amongst its employees.

For more than 40 years, Parkson has been designing engineering solutions to treat water and wastewater, fundamental to maintaining quality of life and securing the environment. In addition to Parkson's contributions to the environment, Parkson employees also have repeatedly and willingly demonstrated their commitment to local communities and to the world as a whole through participation in many causes that range from a local March of Dimes to the building of a wastewater plant during the tsunami in Thailand. However, these significant efforts and caring attitudes were largely informal.

In September 2008, a cross-functional team was created at Parkson to explore the opportunity to formalize a "giving" program for the company. As a company focused on water and the environment, Parkson looked for organizations that help local communities with water need and education. Based on the recommendations, three philanthropies were selected as the official Parkson 2009 organizations. In November 2008, Parkson Corporation will officially take a pledge and commit their efforts to the following organizations:

Water for People: Water For People helps people in developing countries improve their quality of life by supporting the development of locally sustainable drinking water resources, sanitation facilities and health and hygiene education programs. www. waterforpeople. org

American Red Cross: The mission of American Red Cross Disaster Services is to ensure nationwide disaster planning, preparedness, community disaster education, mitigation, and response that will provide the American people with quality services delivered in a uniform, consistent and responsive manner. www. redcross. org

Engineers Without Borders: Engineers Without Borders - USA (EWB-USA) is a nonprofit humanitarian organization established to partner with developing communities worldwide in order to improve their quality of life. This partnership involves the implementation of sustainable engineering projects, while involving and training internationally responsible engineers and engineering students. www. ewb-usa. org/ (http://www. ewb-usa. org/)

All Parkson employees are encouraged to contribute with either time or money to any of these causes. Employees will work closely with the Parkson Citizenship Council to maximize donations, finance activities and materials such as Water Safety Handbooks, and volunteer time to assist these organizations in their efforts.

"The Parkson team has a great tradition of generosity and caring for the environment," said CEO Mahmood. "We are proud of the work we do to reuse the world's limited natural resources, especially water. I believe this giving campaign combines our giving nature with our quest to make drinking water more accessible to the world and education for conservation of water."

Parkson, a leading provider of innovative and industry-leading products in water and wastewater treatment technology, has always played an important role in providing clean water to the environment. Parkson Corporation is not the only Axel Johnson Inc. company to play an important role in the environment. Both the sister companies of Kinetico and Mountain Lumber contribute to the environment by, respectively, providing clean potable water and recycling wood.

About Parkson Corporation
Parkson Corporation is a leading provider of advanced solutions in water recycling and treatment, committed to providing clean water for the world. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale with offices in Chicago, Montreal, Dubai and partners in South America, Parkson is an Axel Johnson Inc. Company, member of the Axel Johnson Group of Sweden. To learn more, visit www. parkson. com.

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DirectEmployers. com and DiversityWorking. com Join Forces to Provide a Powerful Diversity Hiring Solution for Both Employers and Job Seekers

DirectEmployers. com and DiversityWorking. com Join Forces to Provide a Powerful Diversity Hiring Solution for Both Employers and Job Seekers

DirectEmployers Association, a non-profit organization formed by executives to confront the latest challenges in corporate recruiting, today announced that it has partnered with DiversityWorking. com, the InternetÂ’s largest diversity job board and diversity career website.

(PRWEB) April 24, 2003

Indianapolis, IN /PR Web/ April 21, 2003 – DirectEmployers Association, a non-profit organization formed by executives to confront the latest challenges in corporate recruiting, today announced that it has partnered with DiversityWorking. com, the Internet’s largest diversity job board and diversity career website. The announcement was made by Bill Warren, Executive Director of DirectEmployers Association.

As part of the agreement, the two organizations have partnered to create solutions that will help reduce recruiting costs for the diversity minded employer and provide access to listings of thousands of available positions to DiversityWorking. com and its constituency/talent pool. Live now and open for public access, DiversityWorking. com has already experienced a substantial increase to date in the amount of traffic and resume acquisitions since the beginning of the partnershipÂ’s test period -- initially launched in January of 2003.

In making the announcement Mr. Warren stated, “DirectEmployers Association is pleased to join forces with DiversityWorking. com. This relationship will benefit both job seekers and diversity minded employers greatly.”

According to James-Henry Davis, DiversityWorking. com’s founder, “DirectEmployers is the ideal partner for us to join forces with in order to increase traffic at our site and to further promote diversity in the workplace. In order for a Job Board to receive consistently strong traffic, a Job Board must have powerful content. I believe that the vast number of jobs we can now provide for our audience as a result of our relationship with DirectEmployers is exactly the content that diversity professionals are looking for.”

Steven Garcia, Vice President of Sales and Operations for DiversityWorking. com added, "This is a win-win relationship. Our partnership with DirectEmployers Association further solidifies DiversityWorking. comÂ’s position as the InternetÂ’s largest diversity job board and gives DirectEmployer Association member companies direct access to an incredible pool of talented professionals."

About DiversityWorking. com:

DiversityWorking. com is a diversity job board that supports culture in the workplace. Companies post jobs, search resumes and advertise with DiversityWorking. com because it offers a direct link to the diversity marketplace. DiversityWorking. com’s goal is to offer the diversity population and diversity minded employers direct access to each other. The company is also a national Career Expo producer for the diversity marketplace and produces stand alone and co-located job fairs within targeted industry channels. We offer job seekers the opportunity to increase their level of confidence when it comes to online job postings. DiversityWorking. com boasts an Active Job Rating of 99.9% -- the top rating in the industry -- and the most powerful applicant delivery system available for employers.”

About DirectEmployers Association:

DirectEmployers Association, formerly E-Recruiting Association, is a nonprofit organization formed by human resource executives from leading U. S. corporations to meet the latest challenges in corporate recruiting. The Association created and maintains DirectEmployers. com (www. directemployers. com), the InternetÂ’s only cooperative, employer-owned search engine dedicated exclusively to employment.

DirectEmployers AssociationÂ’s member companies include an impressive group of industry leaders such as Abbott Laboratories (NYSE: ABT), Accenture (NYSE: ACN), Allegis Group, Alltel Corporation (NYSE: AT), Analysts International (Nasdaq: ANLY), AstraZeneca (NYSE: AZN), Bank One (NYSE: ONE), BAE Systems (BAESF. PK), Bausch & Lomb (NYSE: BOL), Boehringer-Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX), Cap Gemini Ernst & Young, Cingular Wireless, Eastman Kodak (NYSE: EK), GE (NYSE: GE), Getronics, Hewlett-Packard (NYSE: HPQ), Hall Kinion (Nasdaq: HAKI), H&R Block (NYSE: HRB), IBM (NYSE: IBM), John Deere (NYSE: DE), Kindred Healthcare (Nasdaq: KIND), Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT), Merck (NYSE: MRK), Motorola (NYSE: MOT), Mutual of Omaha (NYSE: MUO), Nestle USA, Inc. (OTC: NSRGY), Northrop Grumman (NYSE: NOC), Pratt & Whitney, Raytheon (NYSE: RTN), SAP America, Inc. (NYSE: SAP), Schering-Plough (NYSE: SGP), Somerset Medical Center, Southern Company (NYSE: SO), Sprint (NYSE: FON), Sun Microsystems (Nasdaq: SUNW), Unisys Corporation (NYSE: UIS), Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America, Volt Information Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: VOL), and Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX).

PRESS CONTACTS:

DirectEmployers Association: 

Steven Style or Brian Barry

The Steven Style Group

New York, NY

T: 212-465-1290

F: 212-465-1299

Email: stevens@stylegroup. com or

Brianb@stylegroup. com

DiversityWorking. com:

Steven Garcia

V. P. Sales and Operations

76 Mercantile Way #709

Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

T: 949-388-8220

F: 208-977-2953

Email: steven. garcia@diversityworking. com

Jamie-sincerely. com - <a href="http://Jamie-sincerely. com/" onclick="linkClick(this. href)">http://Jamie-sincerely. com/</a> announced Grand Opening the Book store

Jamie-sincerely. com - http://Jamie-sincerely. com/ announced Grand Opening the Book store.

Jamie-sincerely. com - http://Jamie-sincerely. com/ announced Grand Opening the Book store. Jamie Sincerely has thousands of items which fit your need and budget.

(PRWEB) September 13, 2004

Jamie-sincerely. com - http://Jamie-sincerely. com/ (http://Jamie-sincerely. com/) announced Grand Opening the Book store. Jamie Sincerely has thousands of items which fit your need and budget.

Jamie Sincerely carries arts, crafts, books, health, bodycare, home, garden, housewares, accessories, jewelry, apparel, seasonal, gifts, stories, tape, cd, toys, gamesand many more.

Some of the items we carry

Spool Knit Jewelry-Spiral-bound. Beaded jewelry has never been hotter and this Spool Knit Jewelry kit gives it a whole new twist!

Handmade Card Kit - Deluxe. Tired of spending money on store-bought cards only to have the recipient toss the card aside after the occasion has passed? You can stop the madness!

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New Paradigm in Supportive Housing to Break Ground on May 23rd in Downtown Brooklyn

New Paradigm in Supportive Housing to Break Ground on May 23rd in Downtown Brooklyn

Community Leaders, Developers and Neigbors say 'Yes in My Back Yard' to Design Driven, Innovative Supportive Residence by Renowned Polshek Partnership Architects

Brooklyn, NY (PRWEB) May 21, 2006

The Actors' Fund of America, Common Ground Community, Hamlin Ventures LLC and Time Equities, Inc. and prominent local officials and community leaders will break ground on Schermerhorn House, a mixed income, 217-unit supportive residence in Boerum Hill, Brooklyn for at-risk, low and middle income members of the entertainment industry.

When: 
Tuesday, May 23
11:30 am

Where: 
160 Schermerhorn Street
Between Hoyt Street and Smith Street
Boerum Hill, Brooklyn

Who: 
Speakers and invited guests include Brooklyn borough president Marty Markowitz; New York City Housing Development Corporation president Emily Youssouf; NYC Housing Development Corporation deputy commissioner Rafael Cestero; Common Ground president Rosanne Haggerty; The Actors' Fund of America executive director Joe Benincasa; Hamlin Ventures president Abby Hamlin; Time Equities, Inc. chairman Francis Greenburger.

Plans for Schermerhorn House stem from a pioneering partnership between non-profit organizations, government agencies and real estate developers. The highly innovative residence will serve as a model for supportive housing across the country and establishes a 'green' design standard for affordable housing development throughout New York City.

Schermerhorn House is being developed by Common Ground Community, the leading innovator in the effort to end homelessness, in conjunction with The Actors' Fund of America.

Groundbreaking for Schermerhorn House marks the beginning of phase two of the Hoyt-Schermerhorn Urban Renewal Site, a two acre site being developed by Hamlin Ventures and Time Equities. The first phase of the project, 14 Townhouses, is the first major group of ground-up townhouses built in New York City since the 1920s. Nearing completion, 14 Townhouses was awarded the New York Chapter of the AIA Housing Design Award 2005 and the MIPIM Future Project Citation of Distinction.

The land for Schermerhorn House was donated by Hamlin Ventures and Time Equities who doubled the city mandate of 100 mixed income units to 217 supported units.

About Hamlin Ventures
Hamlin Ventures, LLC, a real estate development company and creative studio that focuses on select, design driven, projects ranging from townhouses, lofts and hotels to conceptualizing new ideas about cities, public spaces and how people interact within their built environments.

About Time Equities, Inc.
Time Equities, Inc., a privately held, full-service real estate company that has achieved success in both bull and bear real estate markets via disciplined investment strategies. With over 18.1 million square feet of property in 25 states and 4 Canadian provinces, Time Equities' properties include office, industrial and retail, as well as over 3,300 multi-family apartment units.

About Common Ground
Common Ground's mission is to solve homelessness. Common Ground accomplishes this mission by moving homeless people from streets and shelters into homes, and by assisting those most vulnerable to homelessness to maintain their housing. Common Ground is a 501 (c) 3 not for profit organization established in 1990 with programs in New York City, New York's Hudson Valley, and Connecticut.

About The Actors' Fund
The Actors' Fund of America is a nationwide human services organization that helps all professionals - both performers and those behind the scenes - in performing arts and entertainment. Founded in 1882, The Fund serves those in film, theatre, television, music, opera, and dance with a broad spectrum of programs including comprehensive social services, health services, supportive and affordable housing, emergency financial assistance, employment and training services, and skilled nursing and assisted living care. Administered from offices in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, The Actors' Fund is a safety net, providing programs and services for those who are in need, crisis, or transition.

About Larkin Public Relations
Larkin Public Relations provides comprehensive and strategic media planning to individuals and groups in the private and public sector committed to building better towns and cities. With clients in New York, the Hamptons and Palm Beach, Larkin Public Relations is a trusted source for trends in urban and luxury home living, and market information and analysis from the leading names in real estate it represents.

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Avandia Information and Support Center Unveils New Website Design

Avandia Information and Support Center Unveils New Website Design

The Avandia Information and Support Center, a website which provides important information and legal support for those suffering from serious injuries caused by the prescription drug Avandia, has recently unveiled new improvements to its website, avandia-injury-lawyer. com. These new improvements include a new design for the website as well as new content which includes commentary on recent government studies which have shed a light on the risks of taking Avandia.

Houston, Texas (PRWEB) March 26, 2010

The Avandia Information and Support Center has recently announced important updates to its website, avandia-injury-lawyer. com. These new updates consist partly of a brand new design for the website, which enables visitors to the site to enjoy a more colorful and user-friendly browsing experience. The Avandia Information and Support Center has also added important new content to its website which pertains to the prescription drug Avandia, the dangers of taking Avandia, and legal resources for those who have suffered after taking this type-2 diabetes prescription drug.

New content has also taken the form of important news updates regarding Avandia, such as commentary regarding the relatively recent government studies which highlight how taking Avandia can lead to certain serious health injuries such as heart attack and heart failure. Weekly articles commenting on the dangers of Avandia as well as the appropriate legal actions which victims should consider are now posted on avandia-injury-lawyer. com and can be easily accessed from the website homepage.

The Avandia Information and Support Center was launched as a way for those suffering from serious health injuries caused by Avandia to find important information about the prescription drug as well as information regarding the possibilities for seeking compensation through litigation. Those in need of more information regarding Avandia or Avandia litigation are encouraged to browse through avandia-injury-laywer. com, and those seeking immediate legal assistance from a qualified attorney can utilize the website contact form for a free legal consultation.

About Avandia Information and Support Center:
The Avandia Information and Support Center is proud to offer important information regarding the type-2 diabetes prescription drug Avandia, Avandia side effects, and Avandia litigation with Avandia-Injury-Lawyer. com. Within the website, one can find out more about the risks of taking this prescription drug, and find information about legal options if a loved one is currently suffering from a serious health injury and it is believed that Avandia is the cause. Please visit our website today at http://www. Avandia-Injury-Lawyer. com (http://www. Avandia-Injury-Lawyer. com) and feel free to fill out and submit the simple contact form found on the homepage for a free legal consultation with a qualified Avandia attorney.

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State Fair of Virginia is “Edible Americana”

State Fair of Virginia is “Edible Americana”

Ask virtually any State Fair of Virginia visitor about their favorite part of the Fair and theyÂ’ll be sure to mention food. Word now has spread beyond the Fair gates. Epicurious. com, one of the most popular food hot spots on the Web, has ranked the State Fair of Virginia among the nationÂ’s Top 10 state fairs.

Richmond, VA (PRWEB) August 29, 2005

Ask virtually any State Fair of Virginia visitor about their favorite part of the Fair and theyÂ’ll be sure to mention food. Word now has spread beyond the Fair gates. Epicurious. com, one of the most popular food hot spots on the Web, has ranked the State Fair of Virginia among the nationÂ’s Top 10 state fairs. The State Fair returns to Richmond this Fall starting Thursday, September 22 through Sunday, October 2 at the Richmond Raceway Complex.

“There are all kinds of things to see and do at America's state fairs, but as far as we're concerned, the primary activity is eating,” says Jane and Michael Stern, the “king and queen of road food” who ate their way through state fairs nationwide for the Epicurious. com ranking. “Whether you are licking a frozen custard cone while strolling along the midway or sitting at a picnic table forking into chicken and dumplings. . . the celebratory nature of these events makes everything taste good.”

State Fair visitors will enjoy everything from healthy low-carb to once-a-year diet breakers. New on the FairÂ’s menu are Lobster on a Roll, Buffalo Burgers, Top Dogs with unusual trimmings and Fried Chicken Wraps. These are in addition to a host of traditional favorites, including Elephant Ears, Hillbilly Corn, Polish Sausage and Chocolate-Dipped Cheesecake. Health conscious visitors will appreciate low-carb items, including Chicken Shish Kabobs, Shrimp Cocktail, Taco Salads and Wraps.

Returning this year after a three-year hiatus, the popular Virginia Tech Block and Bridle Club is bringing their award-winning beef, lamb and pork barbeque to the State Fair. The Club, comprised primarily of students from the Virginia Tech College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, works non-stop during the year to promote animal husbandry and the red meat industry. Proceeds go towards a scholarship program, so itÂ’s all for a good cause.

On Wednesday evening, September 21, the State Fair of Virginia will hold its 2nd Annual Black Tie and Boots, an evening of "downhome fun with an uptown kick," where guests enjoy a dinner that pairs Virginia wines with the state's native foods. The event benefits the State Fair of Virginia Scholarship Program.

“With an opening-night performance by Hank Williams, Jr., the State Fair of Virginia is a class act all the way” adds Jane and Michael Stern for Epicurious. com. “During the run of the fair, you'll be able to visit booths where you can sample such local delights as soybean doughnuts and Brunswick stew. There are Virginia peanuts to munch; and although, yes, you can chow down on proverbial fair junk food like fried Oreos and fried Twinkies, you can also eat excellent fried chicken as well as non-fried health-food alternatives such as grilled chicken and crab quesadillas.”

For more information on the Epicurious. com ranking of AmericaÂ’s Top 10 State Fairs, please visit http://www. Epicurious. com/restaurants/best_eats/fairs (http://www. Epicurious. com/restaurants/best_eats/fairs).

Complete ticket information and schedules can be obtained at www. statefairva. org or by calling 1-800-LUV-FAIR (1-800-588-3247) or (804) 569-3200. The State Fair is handicap accessible. No pets permitted.

The State Fair of Virginia is a not-for-profit (501c3) organization. Its mission is to celebrate Virginia’s heritage – to heed its roots in agriculture, advance its youth through scholarships, encourage friendly competition and foster multicultural celebrations in a fun, safe atmosphere. Since 1989, the State Fair has awarded 1,440 scholarships and has dedicated nearly $1.5 million through the State Fair Scholarship Program.

Epicurious. com, a CondéNet site, incorporates more than 20,000 recipes from the premier brands in food journalism, Gourmet and Bon Appetit magazines, as well as original material and a wealth of content from its loyal readers.

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PTPA Awards Turnaround its Seal of Approval! Parents Now Have a Treatment Program for Their Anxious Children That They Can Trust

PTPA Awards Turnaround its Seal of Approval! Parents Now Have a Treatment Program for Their Anxious Children That They Can Trust

With so many products on the market for children, how does a parent know which one to choose? PTPA (Parent Tested, Parent Approved) makes that choice easier! PTPA Media’s mission is to discover and appraise new products designed for children and families. They research new products and coordinate testing with parents. Award winning products are selected based on value, functionality, quality and appeal. Informed Therapy Resources (ITR) is proud to announce that their professional audio program for anxious children, Turnaround: Turning Fear Into Freedom, has earned the PTPA seal of approval.

Charlotte, NC (Vocus) August 31, 2010

The child anxiety treatment program, Turnaround: Turning Fear Into Freedom has earned the PTPA Media seal of approval, becoming a parent tested and parent approved award recipient. PTPA Media is respected for conducting thorough assessments of products for children. Award winning products are selected based upon value, functionality, quality and appeal. The PTPA Winners seal is credible evidence to consumers and retailers that the product has been evaluated by a respected panel of parents and found to be exceptional.

ITR spent two-years creating Turnaround. The program is a professional treatment resource designed for anxious children who struggle with anxiety disorders such as Separation Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Phobia, Panic Attacks, and other childhood fears. Created by Psychologist Dr. David Russ and Licensed Professional Counselor Christopher McCarthy, this program is a major innovation in the treatment of child anxiety. No other treatment solution available today combines the professional, creative, and child friendly designed features found in Turnaround. Visit myanxiouschild. com for further information.

Turnaround is based upon cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), which has shown conclusive results in the treatment of children with anxiety and depression. The program invites the listening child to join 6 other anxious children on an imagined 10 day hiking trip with two “Docs” Chris and David, and a mentor teen named Emily. Emily acts as the narrator and guide, while the "Docs" lead the children though each day’s adventurous lesson. Along the journey, the children meet imaginary characters that make learning the anxiety reducing techniques easy and fun. The talents of 14 child actors and 6 adult actors were utilized to make Turnaround an audio adventure they'll want to listen to again and again. That's the beauty of Turnaround; the kids are learning scientifically researched anxiety busting techniques in way that feels fun, friendly, and emotionally engaging.

The Turnaround Audio Program includes:
  Turnaround Program for kids (10 CDs)
  Turnaround Journal, a 74 page workbook for kids
  Chill Kit, relaxation guide for kids (1 CD)
  Parent Guide, packed full of helpful information and techniques to help parents (2 CDs)

A BONUS CD titled Med FAQs in also included (2 CDs). Med FAQs is an interview with nationally recognized Neuropsychiatrist, Dr. James Lee, offering a comprehensive discussion on the medications used to treat child anxiety is also included.

For additional information on the news that is the subject of this release or for a demo, contact us at info(at)myanxiouschild(dot)com or call ITR at (704) 208-4304. Please visit http://www. myanxiouschild. com to learn more about Turnaround: Turning Fear Into Freedom™.

About Informed Therapy Resources, LLC. (ITR):
Informed Therapy Resources (ITR) is dedicated to creating mental health treatment programs that are scientifically based, proven clinically effective, and professionally developed - using creative, eye-catching audio visual materials

David Russ, PhD, Psychologist
Dr. David A. Russ is President and a Licensed Practicing Psychologist of Carolinas Counseling Group in Charlotte, NC. He and his partners have built a busy practice with 11 clinicians. His doctoral dissertation was original research about a novel treatment for anxiety. He is co-author of the book, "More Than Me," published by NavPress. Dr. Russ has been an adjunct or visiting professor for four different graduate counseling programs. He has been continuously providing care for over 20 years. He has been happily married since 1983

Christopher T. McCarthy, MEd, Licensed Professional Counselor
Christopher McCarthy, MEd, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in treating child anxiety disorders, teen behavioral issues, parent-child relationship issues, and couple conflict. He co-owns Informed Therapy Resources and co-created Turnaround: Turning Fear Into Freedom™, a professional and creative audio program designed to help kids get free from anxiety and fear (myanxiouschild. com). He has 3 Masters Degrees and is finishing a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision. He gives lectures on parenting and improving couple relationships. He has been in private practice since 1998 and is married with 3 children.

Contact:
Informed Therapy Resources (ITR)
E-mail: info(at)myanxiouschild(dot)com
Http://www. myanxiouschild. com

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Building Leadership Accountability With Your Managers

Building Leadership Accountability With Your Managers

Building Leadership Accountability With Your Managers It’s Your Front-line Supervisor that can Make or Break Your Business

(PRWEB) September 4, 2008

Your managers are being challenged like never before. The people who are in the offices, on the factory floors, and in the field managing the customer relationships are being told to lead with vision, insight and candor – and still drive the bottom line numbers that must go up every year. They struggle to reconcile the ideal with the reality, a process that seems to be chewing up some of the best managers – not for want of trying, but precisely because they are trying so hard.

Paradigm Learning conducted a research study to find some answers to those critical questions. We surveyed and partnered with companies like Lockheed Martin, Wachovia, Capital One, Motorola, Siemens Westinghouse and HCA Healthcare from first-line supervisor to vice president. 72 managers ranging in experience from two to more than twenty years were asked to participate in a special pilot to test the premise that “we need a new leadership perspective.”

The study took an in-depth look at how organizations were developing leaders and asked these basic questions:
Is there a new leadership reality, and what does that look like? What do organizations really need from their managers regarding leadership? What are the key leadership development challenges? What are organizations and thought leaders doing to address those challenges? What we found is that leadership is changing. You may have noticed this.

It rarely arrives in a flash of insight (“Hey! It’s time to revisit our philosophy of leadership!”). It’s more like that “boiling-frog effect”—a gradual dawning awareness that what used to work isn’t serving us as well as it used to, followed by discomfort, eventually evolving into a debilitating organizational pain.

Call it a new age of worker accountability. Call it the practice of the learning organization. Use any buzzword you like. The point is, organizational leadership is morphing into something new, moving out of the top-floor corporate suites and into the thought processes of each and every employee. That’s the new frontier of leadership. To call it a revolution is no overstatement.

I thought the results of this study would make for an interesting article for your readers. If you are interested, then contact me and I will get you some more data or we can even byline a short article for your publication.

Thank you,

Diana Blackburn
Paradigm Learning
813-287-9330
Diana. Blackburn@ParadigmLearning. com

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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Global EEG/EMG/Brain Function Monitoring Market to Reach US$1.3 Billion by 2015, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc

Global EEG/EMG/Brain Function Monitoring Market to Reach US$1.3 Billion by 2015, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

GIA announces the release of a comprehensive global report on the EEG/EMG/Brain Function Monitoring markets. The global market for EEG/EMG/Brain Function Monitoring is projected to reach US$1.3 billion by the year 2015, driven by the rising demand from emerging markets of Asia-Pacific and Latin America, and the advent of advanced technology products.

San Jose, CA (Vocus) September 29, 2010

The medical device industry has not been totally insulated from the adverse economic conditions, as evident by restricted capital equipment spending and decline in admissions across healthcare facilities and hospitals. Owing to the high levels of unemployment, elective procedures have witnessed a significant decline thereby affecting profitability of hospitals. In view of the challenging scenario, some medical device manufacturers have delayed expansion plans. The medical device industry has been significantly shielded from the short-term impact. The rapidly expanding global population, rising proportion of the elderly, and increasing life expectancies continue to contribute to increased demand for healthcare products and services in the long term. Rising incidence of obesity, cardiovascular, and autoimmune diseases is enhancing the demand for EEG diagnostic and monitoring equipment globally. The EEG devices analyze the changes in the body’s neurological functions to determine the probability of occurrence of diseases in patients. Hence, a strong demand exists for equipment that is capable of early detection of symptoms, thereby allowing for a more effective diagnosis and treatment of these diseases.

Europe and the United States dominate the global market for EEG/EMG/Brain Function Monitoring, as stated by the new market research report on EEG/EMG/Brain Function Monitoring. Developed markets including the US and Europe are projected to continue to exhibit slow growth, largely owing to the saturation of these markets. Majority of the growth in these regions is projected to generate from export of advanced monitoring systems to the developing countries. The global EEG/EMG/Brain function monitoring industry is expected to grow steadily in coming years, with maximum growth anticipated from lesser-developed regions including Asia-Pacific and Latin America. The Asia-Pacific market for Electromyographs/Evoked Potential Units, used in areas such as neurophysiology, kinesiology, motor control, psychology, rehabilitation medicine, and biomedical engineering, is expected to reach US$92.8 million by 2012.

Rapid technological developments are expected to fuel growth in the EEG/EMG/Brain function monitoring market. The introduction of scientifically advanced digital Electroencephalograph (EEG) Equipment incorporating innovative features is a significant driving factor for the market. The new equipment offer cutting-edge functionality at lower costs, sophisticated seizure detection algorithms, high precision monitoring abilities, ease of operation, and inter operability that makes them ideal for brain monitoring functions. The severe scarcity of well-trained and experienced EEG technicians is also expected to push the demand for more flexible and easy to use EEG devices in the market.

Major players profiled in the report include Cadwell Laboratories Inc., CareFusion Corporation, Compumedics Limited, Covidien/Aspect Medical System, DelSys Inc., Electrical Geodesics Inc., Hospira Inc., Natus Medical Inc., Neurosoft Company, NeuroWave Systems Inc., and Nihon Kohden Corporation.

The report titled “EEG/EMG/Brain Function Monitoring: A Global Strategic Business Report” announced by Global Industry Analysts Inc., provides a strategic review of the market, key market trends, recent product launches, strategic corporate initiatives, and profiles of key market participants. The report provides annual sales estimates and projections for EEG/EMG/Brain Function Monitoring market for the following geographic markets - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. Key segments analyzed include Electroencephalograph Equipment, and Electromyographs/Evoked Potential Units.

For more details about this comprehensive market research report, please visit – http://www. strategyr. com/EEG_EMG_Brain_Function_Monitoring_Market_Report. asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world’s largest market research publishers. The company employs over 800 people worldwide and publishes more than 1200 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers thousands of smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports, and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

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DNV Deeming Application Progresses to Next Stage; Accreditation Proposal Open for Public Comment

DNV Deeming Application Progresses to Next Stage; Accreditation Proposal Open for Public Comment

DNV Healthcare makes further progress in its application to create a new quality-based hospital accreditation service.

Houston (PRWEB) May 1, 2008

The U. S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has completed its corporate office audit of DNV Healthcare and its technical review of DNV's survey documents as part of its application for hospital deeming authority.

The DNV proposal is now open for public comment as it progresses to the next stage: a CMS on-site observation of a DNV accreditation survey.

Information about the DNV hospital deeming application, and instructions on how healthcare professionals and consumers can provide comments to CMS, is available at http://www. newaccreditation. com.

"We encourage anyone interested in the quality and cost of healthcare services to learn about this issue and contribute comments to CMS," says Yehuda Dror. "The accreditation process - because it is so fundamental to the business of running a hospital - is the perfect opportunity to introduce quality innovation into the system."

DNV's proposal represents a new approach to hospital accreditation that integrates international quality standards with the Medicare Conditions of Participation.

The deadline for public comments is 5:00 p. m. ET, May 27.

About DNV Healthcare

DNV Healthcare Inc. is a division of DNV, an independent foundation dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. DNV has 300 offices in 100 different countries.

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