South Shore Elder Services Spotlights a Special Sponsor Quincy Mutual Fire Insurance Company

South Shore Elder Services Spotlights a Special Sponsor Quincy Mutual Fire Insurance Company

South Shore Elder Services of Braintree, Mass., would like to spotlight Quincy Mutual Fire Insurance Company, whose ongoing financial and volunteer support enables the agency to help many frail elders in need.

Braintree / Quincy, MA (PRWEB) June 29, 2005

South Shore Elder Services, a private, non-profit agency that provides seniors and caregivers in the South Shore area with valuable resources and services, depends upon the good will of sponsors for financial assistance as well as helping hands. In light of this, South Shore Elder would like to spotlight Quincy Mutual Fire Insurance Company, whose ongoing financial and volunteer support enables the agency to help many frail elders in need.

Although South Shore Elder Services is supported in part by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs, which includes funds from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and Title III of the Older American Act, Quincy MutualÂ’s corporate donations, coupled with private donations from senior executives, are applied directly to the purchase of goods and services for seniors. These donations provide frail elders with everyday necessities of life such as food, clothing, shoes, fuel, medicine and shelter.

As Tom Harris, Senior Vice President and Treasurer of Quincy Mutual noted, “We believe our community is better off with senior citizens well cared for.”

South Shore Elder Services has also had the pleasure of working with volunteers Claudia Sorgi, wife of Quincy MutualÂ’s president Doug Briggs and Cheryl Harris, the wife of Tom Harris. Claudia has been delivering Meals on Wheels to seniors for 12 years, and Cheryl has been volunteering for eight years, delivering Meals on Wheels for five years and serving as an auditor for South Shore ElderÂ’s Money Management program for the past three years.

“We’re very fortunate, and grateful, to receive such generous donations from Quincy Mutual. With their financial support and with the tireless dedication of Claudia and Cheryl, we’re able provide the much needed assistance to elders in our community,” noted Ed Flynn, Director of South Shore Elder Services.

Grants and other financial support from partners such as Quincy Mutual ensure continuity of South Shore Elder programs such as Meals on Wheels, lunch and transportation programs, health screenings and social and educational programs for elders.

South Shore Elder Services gladly accepts donations from individuals in the community. For more information, contact Diane Sargent at South Shore Elder Services, (781) 848-3910.

As one of 27 Aging Services Access Points in Massachusetts, South Shore Elder Services coordinates and provide a wide range of services to elders and caregivers throughout Braintree, Cohasset, Hingham, Holbrook, Hull, Milton, Norwell, Quincy, Randolph, Scituate and Weymouth. The agencyÂ’s mission is to promote and maintain an optimal level of elder independence through the coordination of resources, advocacy and caregiver support.

“Your Age Info Specialist”

Since 1977, South Shore Elder Services, Inc. has been providing South Shore seniors and caregivers with the resources and services that promote and maintain optimal levels of elder independence.

Supported in part by the Massachusetts Department of Elder Affairs, South Shore Elder Services is located at 159 Bay State Drive in Braintree, MA. For more information contact (781) 848-3910 or Toll Free 1-800-AGE-INFO (243-4636) or visit the website at www. sselder. org.

Contact: Steven Dubin, PR Works, (781) 582-1061, sdubin@prworkzone. com.

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As Alternative Medicine Gains Acceptance, Massage Makes Great Career Choice

As Alternative Medicine Gains Acceptance, Massage Makes Great Career Choice

With insurance companies warming up to the idea of holistic coverage, now is an excellent time for a career in alternative medicine. A new article on LocalEdu. com reports that the alternative medicine industry in Westbrook, near Portland, Maine, provides educational opportunities in holistic massage therapy for people who are drawn to healthy living and relaxation. The top online resource for degree programs across the United States tells prospective alternative medicine students that attending classes in Westbrook comes with a fringe benefit of soaking up the natural holistic healing energy of the surrounding area.

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) March 8, 2007

With Unte. com reporting that "insurance companies are slowly catching on to the benefits of alternative treatments," LocalEdu. com advises people looking for a job change to consider careers in alternative medicine. Learning holistic massage therapy in a community of healers provides personal as well as career benefits, according to a new article, "Alternative Medicine Thrives in Westbrook, Maine" on top degree program site LocalEdu. com (http://www. localedu. com/state/maine/alternative-medicine-westbrook-maine. php (http://www. localedu. com/state/maine/alternative-medicine-westbrook-maine. php)). Potential students exploring career possibilities in holistic massage therapy can learn more about alternative medicine as a business at LocalEdu. com, a site that provides educational resources about a variety of industries.

In the March issue of Utne. com, Elizabeth Ryan reports that: "Holistic therapies such as acupuncture and shiatsu massage are becoming as mainstream and routine as a trip to the dentist. But getting adequate insurance coverage for such treatments is anything but the norm." However, Ryan reviews an "Alternative Medicine" report that states "insurance companies are beginning to capitalize on the popularity of natural alternatives, and consumers are starting to reap the benefits."

"Alternative Medicine Thrives in Westbrook, Maine" offers details about the town of Westbrook and the local programs in holistic massage therapy:

 The Maine Medical Center in nearby Portland boasts an alternative medicine residency program.  The Portland/Westbrook metro area supports about 75 massage therapists, several yoga studios and more than 20 acupuncturists.  Local holistic massage therapy programs focus on the whole person, including the body, mind and emotions.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that employment for massage therapists is expected to increase faster than average in the coming years. In the 33 states regulating the industry, therapists who complete formal training programs are likely to have very good job opportunities.

According to LocalEdu. com, "Maine is home to top schools offering programs than can help build a career, get a start in the world and advance educational opportunities" (http://www. localedu. com/state/maine/index. php (http://www. localedu. com/state/maine/index. php)).

Now may be a good time to enter the field of alternative medicine and massage. Almost twice as many doctors recommended massage therapy to their patients in 2006 than in 2001 in a survey by the American Massage Therapy Association. The survey revealed that as of 2006, 25 million more Americans per year are getting massages than in 1996.

LocalEdu. com is an educational resource that provides students with information on cities, schools and educational programs. Students can search the LocalEdu. com directory to find universities, colleges and vocational schools anywhere they want to go to school -- from California to Florida, Texas to Illinois.

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Is the Money You Spend on Vitamins and Supplements Truly Making a Difference to Your Health?

Is the Money You Spend on Vitamins and Supplements Truly Making a Difference to Your Health?

Billions of dollars are spent annually on vitamins and supplements. Are vitamin manufacturers getting rich at your expense? A Tempe, Arizona Chiropractor might have found the answer to this question.

(PRWEB) July 17, 2005

It is quite possible that the money you are spending on vitamin supplements and antioxidants is going down the drain, literally. The vitamin industry is one of the largest industries in the world, yet, until just recently, the effectiveness of the vitamins that we buy at the corner drugstore or supermarket to help us live longer, have more energy, feel better, or simply improve our general health, was determined by tests conducted by the manufacturerÂ’s themselves.

Though the vitamin industry performs some lab testing on their products using human volunteers, what we are not necessarily told to consider about the test results is that we are all genetic miracles and our body chemistries are as individual and unique as each and every snowflake that falls each year. With this in mind, how can a test conducted on someone else identify how well your body will absorb its daily vitamins? The answer, unfortunately, is not much! Does "not much" warrant the amount of money spent on vitamins and supplements daily?

Fortunately, todayÂ’s advances in technology have lead to the creation of equipment that can quickly and accurately test how well a human body is absorbing the vitamins it consumes. Since vitamin absorption is the key to getting the desired health benefits, this simple test can arm us with the knowledge to make educated investments in our future health by identifying which vitamins and supplements our body absorbs best.

Dr. J. J. Levine, from Tempe Arizona, is one of the creative Arizona Chiropractors that has caught on to this new era of technology and put it to use in his clinic, Innate Life Center. "I have always looked for viable, non invasive, diagnostic equipment that could help my patients achieve better health," said Dr. Levine. "After I saw a scanner demonstration I knew I had to have one for my clinic. To have a computer that can read a patientÂ’s antioxidant skin score in three minutes is a must have. I have been helping educate people and allowing them to see how well they are absorbing their antioxidants."

Only a handful of doctors and Chiropractors have implemented this equipment in their practices. In fact, the technology is so new that many people have not been exposed to it and have not had the opportunity to be scanned. The response to testing by patients at Innate Life Center has been exactly what you would expect – they love it. The information obtained is so critical that a patient of Dr. Levine’s, Michelle Viti, who takes vitamins and supplements on a daily basis had this to say. "After experiencing [my scan], my skepticism diminished! My initial Skin Carotenoid Score was 22,000 when it should have been 50,000 in the least! I was very disappointed considering my practice of preventative maintenance in establishing a healthy lifestyle. [I] received my second scan a week after my [new supplements] diminished. When my score showed 30,000 I was convinced and relieved - there was finally a product that proved it's worth!"

Anyone who takes vitamins and supplements could benefit greatly by having a scan performed to identify whether or not their vitamins and supplements are being absorbed into their bodies. If the test results show that they are not being absorbed, then your money spent on vitamins is being poured down the drain. If this is the case your doctor or chiropractor can discuss with you other vitamin and supplement options that you can try, and the test process can be repeated until you find the ones that work.

You can research vitamin intake scan equipment on the Internet, or consult your local health care provider. If you live or work in Tempe Arizona or the surrounding areas of Mesa, Phoenix or Chandler, and would like more information, contact Innate Life Center at 480-345-2080, or check out their website, www. back4health. com.

Dr. Jonathan Levine has been practicing Chiropractic for 14 years and was recently awarded membership in www. therightchiropractor. com, the Internet's most exclusive chiropractor directory.

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Halo Innovations Announces Partnership with Safe Kids USA

Halo Innovations Announces Partnership with Safe Kids USA

Halo Innovations, the maker of the best selling Halo® SleepSack™ wearable blanket, announced today a new partnership with Safe Kids USA. Halo will be recognized as a Gold Level Member of the Safe Kids USA’s 2010 Business Champions Program.

Minnetonka, MN (Vocus) March 24, 2010

Halo Innovations, the maker of the best selling Halo® SleepSack™ wearable blanket, announced today a new partnership with Safe Kids USA. Halo will be recognized as a Gold Level Member of the Safe Kids USA’s 2010 Business Champions Program.

“As a company whose mission is to help babies sleep safely, we wanted to support an organization that works everyday to keep kids safe,” says Halo’s founder, Bill Schmid. “We are always seeking new ways to communicate safe sleep practices to parents and becoming a member of Safe Kids USA’s Business Champions Program will give us the opportunity to reach their network of coalitions throughout the country.”

Bill Schmid founded Halo in 1994 after spending three years researching safe sleep environments when he lost his infant daughter to SIDS in 1991. Halo is dedicated to developing products that set new standards for the safety and improved health of sleeping infants and to bring peace of mind to parents and caregivers.

“We are excited to welcome Halo as our newest Business Champion,” says Mitch Stoller, president and CEO of Safe Kids Worldwide. “It’s because of their generous support that we are able to continue our work educating parents and caregivers in communities across the country on ways to keep the sleeping environments of their children safe.”

For more information about safe sleep practices, please visit www. halosleep. com].

Safe Kids USA works to prevent unintentional childhood injury, the leading cause of death and disability to children ages 1 to 14. More than 600 coalitions in the United States and nineteen member countries worldwide bring together health and safety experts, educators, corporations, foundations, governments and volunteers to educate and protect families. Safe Kids USA is a member of Safe Kids Worldwide, a global network of organizations dedicated to preventing unintentional injury. Safe Kids USA was founded in 1987 by Children’s National Medical Center.

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Footwear etc. Announces the Arrival of New UGG Boots from UGG Australia

Footwear etc. Announces the Arrival of New UGG Boots from UGG Australia

Fall has arrived and so has the new collection of boots from UGG Australia. The new Fall Collection from UGG Australia is now available at California-based comfort shoe retailer, Footwear etc. UGG Australia is famous for its sheepskin boots, but has expanded its line to include other types of casual shoes for men and women.

Sunnyvale, CA (Vocus) September 28, 2010

Footwear etc. is pleased to introduce the new fall collection of UGG Boots (http://www. footwearetc. com/UGG-Boots/?utm_source=vocus&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=ugg) from UGG Australia. The collection includes sure-to-please models: the Classic Short (in updated colors), the Bailey Button, the Bailey Button Triplet, the Classic Tall (also with new, fun colors), the Delaine boot, and especially for men: the Calafia and Ladigo shoes. Even the classic models for kids are updated and available in exciting colors.

One exciting new style is the UGG Caspia Boot which is a great update to the ever-popular UGG La Jolla and UGG Cove boots of years past.

UGG Australia (http://www. footwearetc. com/UGG-Boots/?utm_source=vocus&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=ugg) is known for using high quality sheepskin, leather, and suede in its shoes. The sheepskin in particular is Grade-A, meaning it is extremely dense and soft, and breathes naturally. All of these features provide great air circulation and wicks away moisture from your feet. This is much different than synthetic materials, which can feel coarse and scratchy over time.

UGG Boots (http://www. footwearetc. com/UGG-Boots/?utm_source=vocus&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=ugg) and shoes are plush and comfortable, sure to keep customers warm during cool weather. District Manager Andrew Monarch adds, “With all the new styles and colors available from UGG Australia this fall, there’s definitely a boot or shoe for everyone!”

The UGG Australia Fall Collection is available now online at footwearetc. com (http://www. footwearetc. com/UGG-Boots/?utm_source=vocus&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=ugg) and at their retail store locations in Northern California and San Diego.

About Footwear etc.:
Footwear etc. is a well-established, family-owned business, headquartered in Silicon Valley, CA since 1986. The company is committed to improving customers’ quality of life by offering brand name products that demonstrate their belief in the need for healthful, comfortable and fashionable footwear. Footwear etc. operates eight retail stores located throughout the Bay Area and also offers their products on their website and catalog. To find out more, please visit footwearetc. com (http://www. footwearetc. com? utm_source=vocus&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=ugg).

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New e-Book by Bankix Systems Ltd., Titled 'Doctors in an Information Technology Age' Released

New e-Book by Bankix Systems Ltd., Titled 'Doctors in an Information Technology Age' Released

Bankix Systems Ltd has published its latest e-book. This 200-page e-book titled “Doctors in an Information Technology Age”, explores in detail the evolution of contemporary healthcare delivery worldwide, with most under increasing budgetary constraints, yet the demand for higher-quality healthcare persistent, and the role of doctors in engineering healthcare information and communication technologies to parlay the process.

Saskatoon, Canada (PRWEB) October 2, 2006

Bankix Systems Ltd has published its latest e-book. This 200-page e-book titled “Doctors in an Information Technology Age”, explores in detail the evolution of contemporary healthcare delivery worldwide, with most under increasing budgetary constraints, yet the demand for higher-quality healthcare persistent, and the role of doctors in engineering healthcare information and communication technologies to parlay the process.

The gap between a vision of healthcare delivery that guarantees access to qualitative healthcare for all and reality in many countries across the globe attests to the complexity of the issues involved in contemporary healthcare delivery on which its transition to the future hinges. It also indicates the need for urgent action to address these issues if we were to eliminate the gap. That doctors are key players in any initiative to do so is not in question and some indeed, would attribute the reasons for the gap, at least in part, to the seeming disinclination of doctors and the health industry as a whole to embrace healthcare information and communication technologies. This e-book emphasizes the need for doctors and other healthcare professionals to lead the efforts to promote the widespread diffusion of these technologies in the health industry, in both the clinical and non-clinical domains. It explores the mechanisms underlying the interaction of issues germane to healthcare delivery in both domains and the central role that doctors could play, managing the mechanisms in achieving this crucial, and indeed, historical role in the future of healthcare delivery.

It seems plausible that more effective policing of such laws as the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the United States would inspire compliance by the health industry with its requirements for technological upgrades for a streamlined, more efficient claims processing simultaneously assuring privacy protection, for example. It might also be such that an appeal to virtue would rouse action from within independent of external encumbrances to prevent the inevitable disease burden on society that the lack of access to qualitative healthcare by many engenders. Regardless, the need for action in many health systems worldwide with healthcare spending soaring relentlessly, in many cases with little to show for it in the quality of health services provision is no doubt rife, and doctors need to be at its vanguard, as this e-book argues.

The evolution of healthcare delivery and progress in the technologies that have the potential to ensure not just its ability to achieve the dual healthcare goals of being qualitative and at once cost-effective, but also to spawn innovative models of care that would in turn stimulate interest in technological value creation, in a continuous, essentially symbiotic dyadic, are intertwined. The involvement of doctors in these processes seems likely to increase, as the very future of healthcare delivery, which in many countries is in a precarious balance unfolds, doctors the pivot.

This e-book would interest doctors and other healthcare professionals, and hospital staff and executives. It would also be useful to policymakers, health insurance firms, software vendors and other healthcare ICT firms, the public, health advocacy groups, the media, government agencies, health insurance companies, industry analysts and leaders, and other healthcare stakeholders.

Bankix Systems Ltd is a Canadian healthcare ICT consulting company that publishes online articles, reports, market, and industry analyses, and books on healthcare ICT. Kindly visit our website at www. bankixsystems. com, where you could purchase any of our publications. Thank you.

Contact Person:

Dr. George O. Obikoya

Phone: 3064416601

URL: www. bankixsystems. com

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SpiderTech Announces Kinesiology Tape Breakthrough, SpiderTech Gentle – Kinesiology Tape for Even the Most Sensitive Skin

SpiderTech Announces Kinesiology Tape Breakthrough, SpiderTech Gentle – Kinesiology Tape for Even the Most Sensitive Skin

SpiderTech is pleased to announce a new breakthrough product for Kinesiology Tape Therapy – SpiderTech Gentle. Developed by Nitto Denko, the original manufacturers of Kinesiology Tape products, SpiderTech Gentle was created for patients with sensitive skin.

(PRWEB) April 21, 2010

SpiderTech is pleased to announce a new breakthrough product for Kinesiology Tape Therapy – SpiderTech Gentle. Developed by Nitto Denko, the original manufacturers of Kinesiology Tape products, SpiderTech Gentle was created for patients with sensitive skin.

SpiderTech Gentle products are scientifically formulated to minimize skin irritation through the use of Nitto Denko’s new Stratagel adhesive, reducing redness and itching typical to patients with low collagen, fragile, or sensitive skin. Stratagel combines a lower level of adhesive force with a pliability that allows the adhesive to conform to the micro-contours of human skin, generating a gentle adhesion that fixes the tape firmly, but reduces stress on the skin during wear and at removal.

"The new SpiderTech Gentle truly is a breakthrough product," states Dr. Kevin Jardine, SpiderTech CMO. “Nitto Denko’s StrataGeltm adhesive has allowed us to use SpiderTech Gentle on selected professional athletes with skin sensitivities, demonstrating its ability to adhere in extreme applications, as well as use it in-clinic on our patents with markedly lower levels of collagen to great success.”

SpiderTech Gentle is water resistant and is designed to remain on the skin for up to 3 days or more. Excellent for use with patients that exhibit skin irritation with standard Kinesiology tape products, SpiderTech Gentle allows for continuous application on patients with chronic conditions.

SpiderTech Gentle is available in the complete line of SpiderTech pre-cut, ready –to-apply products, and SpiderTape rolls, making it the perfect addition to Geriatric and Pediatric-focused practices and facilities. The entire range of SpiderTech Gentle Pre-Cuts is now available for order. For more information on the

SpiderTech Gentle products, visit www. nucapmedical. com/products-gentle. html (http://www. nucapmedical. com/products-gentle. html), or contact your SpiderTech Distribution Partner representative

For more information on SpiderTech, Contact SpiderTech Customer Service, customerservice(at)spidertech(dot)com

About SpiderTech
SpiderTech is the developer and world leader of, pre-cut and ready to apply kinesiology taping applications in a single piece. SpiderTech is committed to excellence and innovation in the management of pain and myofascial dysfunction through the use of specialized elastic tape applications. SpiderTech’s focus is on the development and manufacturing of products and therapy protocols that meet the demands of today’s health care clinician and therapist.

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RMD/Patti Insurance Awarded Prestigious Industry Honor

RMD/Patti Insurance Awarded Prestigious Industry Honor

Independent Insurance Agents of Indiana, Inc. has named RMD/Patti Insurance of Richmond, Indiana its 2010 Agency of the Year. RMD/Patti was nominated from a pool of over 600 Indiana member independent insurance agencies. Finalists were evaluated by the judging committee according to standardized award criteria.

Richmond, IN (PRWEB) December 11, 2010

Calls, emails and letters of congratulations from across the country are finding their way to Richmond’s RMD/Patti Insurance. Industry peers are responding to news that Independent Insurance Agents of Indiana, Inc. (IIAI) has named RMD/Patti its 2010 Agency of the year. Now in its 112th year, this statewide award finds its home in Richmond for the first time in decades. RMD/Patti was nominated from a pool of over 600 Indiana member agencies. Finalists were evaluated by the judging committee according to standardized award criteria. According to the IIA,

“This award is given to a member agency that exemplifies leadership and innovation within the independent agency system. RMD/Patti Insurance Agency scored high in the category of unique and innovative marketing strategies, a strong agency perpetuation plan providing a solid base for a continued family-owned independent insurance agency; agency-company relationships, current technologies and utilization of automation, premium volume and policy count, and involvement in IIAI programs and activities, as well as contributions to the community in which they serve.”

RMD/Patti traces its roots to 1927. The company’s modern structure is a byproduct of numerous mergers and acquisitions following the formation of Robbins, Mathery, Dils Agency in 1967. Jerry Dils, founding principal, continues to lead the company as President. The executive team also includes Rick Niersbach, Executive Vice President; Jenny Dils, VP-Insurance Sales; Greg Easley, VP-Insurance Sales; John Dils, VP-Business Development; Anna Lohmoeller, Director of Operations; Tyler Vanderpool, Director of Benefits; Todd Byrd, Director of Benefits; and Tom Schamel, Director of Marketing.

RMD/Patti represents strong providers of personal, commercial, life and health insurance products. Insurance clients from across the nation are served by RMD/Patti agents, service, claims and support teams from Richmond, Indianapolis and Liberty, Indiana offices. The company also operates three complimentary, non-insurance business units: RMD/Patti Financial Services, Wellnessworks and Momentum Marketing. As a full service creative services, advertising and business development firm, Momentum Marketing is also the force behind the unique and innovative marketing that helped RMD/Patti earn its 2010 award. Momentum Marketing also prepared the written application profile used by judges to help determine the award. RMD/Patti accepted the award during a ceremony at the IIAI Annual Conference in November. Based in Indianapolis, the Independent Insurance Agents of Indiana provides its members quality legislative and regulatory representation while serving as the state's premier provider of insurance agent education. The association also supports agencies with technical expertise and a variety of insurance and management programs & services.

For more information about RMD/Patti, visit http://www. rmdpinsurance. com.

For more information about IIAI, visit http://www. IIABA. net.

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The Present and Future of Healthcare Information Technology to be Discussed by Experts at AITP Long Island Chapter Meeting

The Present and Future of Healthcare Information Technology to be Discussed by Experts at AITP Long Island Chapter Meeting

IT leaders representing hospitals, physician practices, health plans, IT managed service providers, and the education community will assess the state of the industry at this meeting.

Hicksville, NY (PRWEB) April 22, 2010

The Long Island Chapter of the Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) today announced the speakers for its meeting titled “A Prescription for Change: The Present and Future of Healthcare Information Technology,” to be held on Tuesday, April 27, from 11 am to 2 pm, at Hofstra University, in Hempstead, NY.

The luncheon panel runs from noon until 2 pm, and includes these speakers:
John Bosco - Chief Information Officer, North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System Lynette Byrnes – President, NY MGMA (Medical Group Management Association), Long Island Chapter Dr. Michael Oppenheim - Chief Medical Information Officer, Hofstra/North Shore Long Island Jewish Healthcare System Steven Sakovits - Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer, HealthFirst

The meeting will also feature a pre-luncheon workshop at 11:00 AM titled "Best Practices for Managed IT in Healthcare," led by Viyas Sundaram, General Manager, Mid-Atlantic Region, mindSHIFT Technologies.

“There is no hotter topic in the information technology industry today than healthcare,” said Blaine Atkins, AITP Healthcare IT SIG chairman. “Massive change is on the horizon, and it’s being driven by the healthcare legislation recently signed into law by the President, combined with last year’s federal stimulus funding (ARRA, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009) that targets billions of dollars for the wide use of electronic health records (EHR), among other IT initiatives. We look forward to learning about the current and future challenges faced by the healthcare IT leaders who are presenting at this event.”

“This meeting is another in AITP’s ongoing effort to meet the needs of our members,” said Barbara Viola, president, AITP Long Island Chapter, and Eastern District Director of the national AITP organization. “Earlier this year, we established a Special Interest Group for Healthcare IT, and the SIG has become the springboard for a series of educational meetings that are of great benefit to the whole IT community.”

The meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 27, 2010, from 11 AM to 2 PM, at the Hofstra University Club, on the campus of Hofstra University, in Hempstead, NY. For online pre-registration, visit: http://www. aitp-li. org/events/upcoming/4-27-10.html (http://www. aitp-li. org/events/upcoming/4-27-10.html).

About the AITP Long Island Chapter
Founded in 1954, the mission of the Long Island Chapter of the Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) is to provide members with professional development, education, and exposure to technology trends and leadership in the Long Island business community. The chapter provides opportunities for networking with experienced peers in industry, academia, and government, and offers a scholarship program for students. The Long Island Chapter of the AITP was named the 2007 national “Association Outstanding Chapter,” and is the association of choice for Long Island’s information technology leaders. Follow us on Twitter: http://www. twitter. com/AITP_LI_NY (http://www. twitter. com/AITP_LI_NY). Learn more at http://www. aitp-li. org (http://www. aitp-li. org).

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Neurological & Orthopedic Hospital Ranked No. 1 in Illinois, Among Top 5% in Nation for Spine Surgery

Neurological & Orthopedic Hospital Ranked No. 1 in Illinois, Among Top 5% in Nation for Spine Surgery

A new hospital quality study from HealthGrades finds the Neurologic & Orthopedic Hospital of Chicago highly ranked for a number of criteria. The most notable honors are for spine surgery excellence, back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, and total knee replacement.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) October 15, 2008

For the second year in a row, the Neurologic & Orthopedic Hospital of Chicago (http://www. neuro-ortho. org/) (NOHC) has been ranked No. 1 in Illinois and is among the top five percent in the country for spine surgery. That is according to the Eleventh Annual HealthGrades Hospital Quality in America Study (http://www. healthgrades. com/media/dms/pdf/HealthGradesEleventhAnnualHospitalQualityStudy2008.pdf). Research analyzed patient outcomes at all of the nation's hospitals over the past three years. The study also concluded that NOHC is:

 A recipient of the HealthGrades Spine Surgery Excellence Award two years in a row  The only hospital in Illinois to receive the Spine Surgery Excellence Award two years in a row  Five-star rated for spine surgery two years in a row  Five-star rated for back and neck surgery three years in a row  Five-star rated for spinal fusion two years in a row  Five-star rated for total knee replacement in 2009

In developing its 2009 healthcare quality ratings, released yesterday, HealthGrades analyzed more than 41 million Medicare hospitalization records from 2005 to 2007 at the nation's approximately 5,000 non-federal hospitals.

As part of the nation's most comprehensive, independent analysis of hospital quality, HealthGrades found that patients treated at five-star rated hospitals for nine common procedures are 47 percent less likely to experience a major complication, such as post-operative infections or heart conditions, which can lengthen their hospital stay and increase costs. According to the study, if all Medicare patients had been treated at top-performing hospitals, like the Neurologic & Orthopedic Hospital of Chicago (http://www. neuro-ortho. org/), compared to the lowest-performing hospitals during 2005-07, more than 123,000 major complications potentially could have been avoided.

"The study confirmed what we already know," says Dr. Leonard Cerullo, Medical Director of NOHC. "We have some of the finest spine surgeons and spinal care clinicians in the nation. In fact, only 52 hospitals in the country have been recognized as being in the top 5%, and we were one of them. To be the only hospital in Illinois is an even greater honor."

About Neurologic & Orthopedic Hospital Of Chicago:
The Neurologic & Orthopedic Hospital of Chicago is the country's only freestanding acute care facility dedicated exclusively to neuroscience and orthopedic services. During 2007, more than 2,000 neurosurgical and orthopedic surgeries were performed at NOHC. The brain and spinal fusion surgeries at NOHC have been acknowledged by many of Chicago's well-respected insurance companies as having the fewest complications. A similar level of excellence is seen on the orthopedics side of the hospital. The total joint program at NOHC boasts one of the lowest infection rates of any hospital in the nation.

NOHC is located at 4501 N. Winchester Street in Chicago. For more information on NOHC, log on to http://www. neuro-orth. org (http://www. neuro-orth. org).

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Insurance Company Introduces Online Resources to Help Consumers, Employers Keep Healthcare Costs Down

Insurance Company Introduces Online Resources to Help Consumers, Employers Keep Healthcare Costs Down

Health care costs are expected to rise between 10 and 13% in 2006. US Health and Life Insurance Company introduces a new web resource aimed at helping consumers manage their health care costs and improve their overall health.

Sterling Heights, MI (PRWEB) December 23, 2005

In the wake of large scale employer health care cut backs and rising costs, US Health and Life Insurance Company has launched a web tool designed to assist consumers in managing their health care costs.

Located at www. ushealthandlife. com, the “Members” section of the site features a Consumer Directed Health Care section with links to assist visitors in managing their prescription drugs costs, researching their hospitals and providers, obtaining specific disease and condition management, and general health and wellness resources.

Although initially designed by US Health and Life, a Michigan based insurance company, as a tool for its members enrolled in High Deductible Health Care/Health Savings Accounts, the online tools were made available to the general public as well.

“While our initial focus was our HDHP customer, we are acutely aware that anyone and everyone needs help in managing their health care costs,” says Dan Gorczyca, President of US Health and Life. “Our mission as an insurance company is not just to sell insurance, but to provide a service to the public. The decision to open the resources to anyone who needs them was easy.”

According to Milliman, Inc. the average cost of healthcare for a family of four rose to $12,214 in 2005 representing an increase of 9.1% from 2004. With medical costs expected to trend at increases between 10.5 and 13.0% and prescription drug costs expected to trend between 10 and 14% in 2006, many families are increasingly looking for ways decrease their health care spending.

According to Gorczyca, the resources on the site are also intended to help consumers make informed decisions and become better healthcare consumers. “As a society we haven’t been trained to look at our healthcare as a purchase, therefore we don’t shop around for the best solution-either in terms of quality or in terms of price,” says Gorczyca. “With deductibles and out-of-pockets on the rise, it’s important that consumers have information that allows them to make educated decisions on the cost of their healthcare.”

The primary benefit of the new site to consumers, however, is in its “clearinghouse,” according to consumers such as Lisa Smith. Smith, a single mother of two young children, says, “the value to me is that everything is right there in one place. I see commercials about programs such as prescription assistance but may not remember the specific site later. If I go to the USHL site, all the links are there. It’s my health care resource.”

Insuring families and individuals through its employer group health, dental, and prescription plans, US Health and Life Insurance Company is a Michigan domiciled insurance company offering Service, Flexibility, and Value to its members. For more information about US Health and Life please contact Deanne M. DiCenzo at 586-693-4753.

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Dr. Khanna at the 20th Annual GLAAD Awards

Dr. Khanna at the 20th Annual GLAAD Awards

At GLAAD Awards, Dr. Khanna meets Chaz Bono and Holly Robinson Peete

Los Angeles, CA (Vocus) April 24, 2010

Beverly Hills Vision (http://www. beverlyhillslasikdoc. com/) specialist Rajesh Khanna, MD was among the many celebrities that attended the recent 2010 GLAAD awards. The 21st annual GLAAD media awards commenced Saturday April 18th at the Hyatt Regency Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles. A slew of celebs attended including; American Idol alumni Adam Lambert, the cast of the hit musical television show GLEE, Chaz Bono, Johnny Weir, Ellen DeGeneres and Drew Barrymore who attended with boyfriend Justin Long. Los Angeles Lasik (http://www. khannainstitute. com/) Surgeon Dr. Rajesh Khanna M. D. attended the awards because he believes in providing quality eye care to all individuals regardless of sexual orientation. Over the years the Khanna Institute has delivered stellar vision to many members of the GLAAD and LGBT community.

Drew looked stunning in Oscar de la Renta as she accepted the 2010 Vanguard award, for her work within the LGBT community. Barrymore explained her passion for the organization: "This is the most important thing in the world: that we take care of each other because we are a family.”

Actress and comedian Wanda Sykes was also honored with the Stephen F. Kolzak Award. The Steven F. Kolzak award is presented to an individual who has made a significant impact in media promotion and campaigning for equal rights. Wanda expressed her gratitude, "Thank you GLAAD. This means the world to me and I promise that I will continue to be a voice, and hopefully a positive image.” Several other awards proceeded, given to individuals who were honored for there hard work and contribution. The evening ended with a phenomenal performance by Adam Lambert.

The evening successfully represented the GLAAD organization and worked towards their mission of promoting and ensuring the fair and accurate representation of LGBT individuals and media events. The GLAAD organization recognizes and honors the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community. GLAAD works to promote positive images of gay individuals through television, newspaper, and all other media outlets. GLAAD strives to eliminate homophobia and discrimination against gay individuals. Khanna Institute will continue to strive to give great vision to all.

Dr. Rajesh Khanna is a Los Angeles LASIK and Refractive Cataract surgeon with offices in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills. He is the founder and medical director of The Khanna Institute of Lasik and Refractive Surgery. Dr. Khanna has been voted as the best LASIK surgeon by popular choice by readers of Los Angeles daily news and Ventura County Star. Dr. Khanna has performed vision enhancements on many celebrities and athletes alike. Those we are able disclose include actor Corbin Blue from High School Musical, Disney channel star Brenda Song, Olympic silver medalist Ryan Bailey and Bas Rutten - Inside MMA host and UFC champion fighter. Rajesh Khanna, MD has been featured on the front cover of various magazines like Your Health Connection, Life after 50, Valley news and Beverly Hills times. He has also been featured in Santa Monica Star, Acorn, India West, Opinion Express and numerous other publications. Dr. Khanna has been interviewed and quoted by various radio talk. He is one the pioneers of Lasik eye surgery and is currently at the forefront for advanced eye procedures. He is an experienced and skilled Wave front LASIK, Intacs, PRELEX and cataract surgeon, Dr. Khanna has performed over thousands of vision correction procedures.

Contact: Kelly Schneider or Rajesh Khanna, MD, Khanna Institute of Lasik Surgery 50 N La Cienga Blvd Beverly Hills 90211 Phone: 805-230-2126 Fax: 805-230-2199 http://www. khannainstitute. com (http://www. khannainstitute. com)

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California Pacific Homes and The Irvine Company Team Up with Foundation for Fifth Annual House Raffle to Raise Funds for Local Schools: For First Time, IPSF House Raffle Will Feature New Detached Home as Grand Prize

California Pacific Homes and The Irvine Company Team Up with Foundation for Fifth Annual House Raffle to Raise Funds for Local Schools: For First Time, IPSF House Raffle Will Feature New Detached Home as Grand Prize

Irvine Public Schools Foundation (IPSF), the originator of using a house raffle to help fund school needs, in partnership with California Pacific Homes and The Irvine Company, kicks off its fifth annual house raffle tomorrow to raise funds for the Irvine Unified School District. Founded in 2004, the house raffle program has sold more than 41,000 tickets and raised more than $8.4 million for Irvine public schools.

IRVINE, Calif. (PRWEB) January 24, 2008

 Headlining this year's house raffle is the grand prize of a new California Pacific home at the homebuilder's Cortile neighborhood in Irvine - the first detached home ever offered in the fundraiser's five-year history.

The 2008 house raffle's grand-prize winner will win the new, detached home by California Pacific Homes, or may choose to take $600,000 in cash. The 1,497-square-foot, two-story home is located in the award-winning Village of Woodbury in Irvine, named "Best Master Planned Community of the Year" in 2007. The home features three bedrooms plus den, two-and-a-half bathrooms and a two-car garage. The model homes at Cortile are open for viewing at 101 Canal in Irvine from 10 a. m. to 5 p. m. daily, including the model of the house raffle's grand prize.

More Drawings Mean More Winners

The 2008 IPSF house raffle features more drawings and more opportunities to win than ever before. As in previous years, the house raffle offers two early-bird bonus drawings for early raffle ticket purchasers. The prize for the first early-bird drawing is a 2008 Toyota Prius automobile. The first early-bird ticket deadline is 5 p. m. Friday, March 21, 2008. The second early-bird prize is a $25,000 cash prize. The ticket deadline for the second early-bird prize is 5 p. m. Friday, May 16, 2008.

New this year is an exclusive "Multiple Ticket Purchaser" category, in which all raffle ticket-buyers who buy two or more tickets will compete for a $10,000 cash prize in a drawing at the final grand-prize event. As an added bonus, those who purchase multiple tickets by the first early-bird deadline will be entered into an exclusive "Multiple Ticket Purchaser" early-bird drawing for a $5,000 cash prize, and those who buy multiple tickets by second early-bird deadline will be entered into another exclusive "Multiple Ticket Purchaser" drawing for a new 60-inch DLP HDTV.

There will be additional opportunities to win prizes by purchasing a ticket during a series of special, themed raffle events at California Pacific's Cortile neighborhood model homes. During these events, the public will have a chance to tour the model of the grand-prize home and explore the Village of Woodbury.

February 2 Football-themed Event

The first special house raffle event will be a football-themed IPSF House Raffle Kick Off event from 11 a. m. to 4 p. m. on February 2 - the day before the Superbowl - at the Cortile neighborhood model homes. Tickets purchased during the IPSF House Raffle Kick Off event at Cortile will qualify for bonus drawings later on February 2 for a 50-inch DLP HDTV, an iPod Nano and other prizes. The community is invited to enjoy a barbeque, participate in football-themed kids' kicking and passing activities, tour the model homes at Cortile - including the model of the grand-prize home - and see the first early-bird prize, a new Toyota Prius.

Additionally, tickets may be purchased at the Cortile models during the opening weekend of the raffle on January 26 from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. Tickets purchased on site at Cortile before 2 p. m. on January 26 will qualify for special, same-day, bonus-prize drawings for an iPod Shuffle.

Grand Prize Drawing

The raffle will also feature 11 cash prize drawings and numerous non-cash prize drawings during the final grand-prize drawing event. Cash prizes include: one award of $25,000, second prize; two awards of $10,000, third prize; three awards of $5,000, fourth prize; and four awards of $2,500, fifth prize. Non-cash prizes include items such as electronics, vacation packages and gift certificates.

How to Buy Tickets

Tickets for the raffle are on sale at $200 each and are available by visiting the IPSF Web site at www. ipsf. net or by calling the House Raffle Hotline at 949-73HOUSE (949-734-6873), Monday through Friday from 9 a. m. to 4 p. m. To be entered in all of the early-bird drawings and the grand-prize drawing, tickets must be purchased before 5 p. m. Friday, March 21, 2008. Tickets purchased after March 21 and until Friday, May 16, 2008, will be entered in the second early-bird drawing and the grand-prize drawing. After May 16, tickets will be entered in the final grand-prize drawing.

All tickets purchased before the early-bird deadlines will remain eligible for the grand-prize drawing. The grand-prize drawing will be held at a festive event scheduled for Saturday, August 9, 2008 in Irvine. Ticket sales will end when 15,000 tickets are sold or at 5 p. m. July 25, 2008, whichever comes first. Winners need not be present to win.

Proceeds from the IPSF house raffle go to funding priorities established by the public schools foundation and the Irvine Unified School District. They include health education services, ninth grade class size reduction, after-school programs, teaching supplies and scholarships to enable all children to participate in educational programs.

"Your Life" is an Inspiring Book that Most People will Enjoy and Find Helpful

"Your Life" is an Inspiring Book that Most People will Enjoy and Find Helpful

The seven keys provided in this eBook are simple but very effective rules on how to lead a successful life and how to discover ones full potential. God has a great purpose and plan for your life.

(PRWEB) April 20, 2005

International Christian speaker Peter Hansen has written a free booklet, available online at no charge. This new book covers seven keys to a good life. These keys are some simple but effective rules on how to lead a successful life and how to discover ones full potential.

The seven keys will help the reader to live life to the fullest and without compromise.

The book is divided into seven chapters - one chapter per key. These are:
Key One: Destiny Key Two: Dreams & Ambitions Key Three: Relationships Key Four: Healthy Living Key Five: Showing the Way Key Six: Divine Touch Key Seven: Changing Your World

Peter Hansen has a vision. He wants to help people reach their true potential in the presence of God. With this booklet he hopes to bring blessings to whoever reads it. All of us want a good life, but it is not always easy. We have to make the right choices and find the right friends in order to achieve the best in life. But noting is impossible when we live in the supernatural light of Christ Jesus. We all hold great potential and we do have what it takes to be champions in our lives. This e-Book will inspire and motivate all readers across the world.

Free e-Book at http://www. gospelmiracle. org (http://www. gospelmiracle. org)
Download page: http://www. gospelmiracle. org/web/pageid/57901/pages. asp (http://www. gospelmiracle. org/web/pageid/57901/pages. asp)
New e-Book by Peter Hansen

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IntraLearn to Support BPTech in National Preparedness Month Effort BP Tech to offer select “first affected” employee training courses on IntraLearn LMS

IntraLearn to Support BPTech in National Preparedness Month Effort BP Tech to offer select “first affected” employee training courses on IntraLearn LMS

IntraLearn Software Corporation, the leading supplier of configurable e-Learning software applications to the mid-market, announced today that Business Performance Technology (BPTech), a leading e-Learning company, will be using the IntraLearn LSP e-learning platform to offer free courses from a web site established specifically for National Preparedness Month.

Northboro, MA (PRWEB) September 2, 2004

IntraLearn Software Corporation, the leading supplier of configurable e-Learning software applications to the mid-market, announced today that Business Performance Technology (BPTech), a leading e-learning company, will be using the IntraLearn LSP e-Learning platform to offer free courses from a web site established specifically for National Preparedness Month.

The U. S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), The America Prepared Campaign, the American Red Cross, the National Association of Broadcasters and the U. S. Department of Education have joined a coalition of more than 50 national organizations to engage Americans in emergency preparedness by launching National Preparedness Month on September 9.

IntraLearn will assist its partner BP Tech by making its LMS available for delivering two free courses from its popular “Homeland Security and Your Business” series. The 26-topic series focuses on Homeland Security planning, prevention and response issues for the first affected, those businesses and employees that may be impacted by terrorist activity.

At the special website created by BPT, www. homeland-security-training. com, the free e-Learning topics to be offered during National Preparedness Month are: “Planning Risk Reduction through Recovery” and “Training Your Staff to Handle an Emergency.”

“We are very excited to be able to contribute to the National Preparedness Month initiative,” said Peter A. Barrett, president of BPTech. “The flexibility of IntraLearn and their LMS has made it easy for us to quickly create a custom site with select e-Learning courses so we can do our part.”

“BPTech has been a wonderful partner for quite some time now and we are pleased to be able to make their contribution to National Preparedness Month possible,” said Jerry Goguen, president and CEO of IntraLearn Software Corp.

About Business Performance Technology (BPTech)

Business Performance Technology, LLC, headquartered in East Berlin, CT, improves performance for its customers through the use of innovative e-learning solutions. During its five-year history, BPTech has delivered more than 150 innovative courseware products to its Global 2000 and Federal Agency clients. BPTech provides custom course development as well as the TopicWare™ Series, a hybrid model of off-the-shelf and customizable features. Clients include Medco Health, FDIC, UST, United Technologies and many others. For more information, please visit www. bp-tech. com.

About IntraLearn

IntraLearn Software Corporation of Northboro, MA is the leading provider of shrink-wrapped e-Learning applications for mid-market enterprises, academic institutions and associations. Along with operations in the UK, Brazil, Singapore and India, IntraLearn software is distributed worldwide through authorized IntraLearn resellers and LSPs to more than 1,300 major organizations in 40 countries in 17 languages. IntraLearn is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner.

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Universal Background Screening to Exhibit at the SHRM 2010 Annual Conference and Exposition

Universal Background Screening to Exhibit at the SHRM 2010 Annual Conference and Exposition

Universal Background Screening will exhibiting at the SHRM 2010 Annual Conference and Exposition

Phoenix (PRWEB) June 24, 2010

Universal Background Screening, a leading provider of employment background screening, drug testing, physical exams, and compliance management solutions, today announced that it will exhibit at the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Annual Conference and Exposition to be held in San Diego, CA on June 27th through 30th.

SHRM is the world's largest association devoted to human resource management. Representing more than 250,000 members in over 140 countries, the Society serves the needs of HR professionals and advances the interests of the HR profession. The SHRM Exposition is expected to draw more than 10,000 Human Resources professionals.

Universal Background Screening will be located in Booth # 3015. Attendees can learn about Universal's services including employment background checks, vendor and extended workforce screening, employee re-screening, and occupational health services.

About Universal Background Screening

Universal Background Screening is a leading national provider of employment background screening solutions. Its services include a comprehensive selection of background checks, verifications, drug testing, employment physicals, and compliance management services. Universal Background Screening consults with its clients to create customized screening programs that enhance security, reduce liability, and improve productivity and cost savings in the candidate selection and hiring process. To learn more, call 877-263-8033 or visit www. universalbackground. com.

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

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Local Scooper First In Houston To Meet New Industry Standards

Local Scooper First In Houston To Meet New Industry Standards

Local entre-manure Deb Sullivan and Rover's Leftovers Poop Patrol, her dog waste clean-up service, is the first in Houston to step into the future of poop scooping when she joined The Association of Professional Animal Waste Specialists {aPaws}.

(PRWEB) January 29, 2003

“Becoming a member of aPaws was a natural fit for us” said Deb Sullivan. “We already met their strict code of conduct and their attitude towards the environment made joining an easy choice.”

President and Founder, Laura Sprinkles, who owns NIMBY Service in Seattle says, “After talking with scoopers from around the country, we felt the need to raise the level of professionalism and public awareness in this relatively new industry.” And new it is! Fifteen year ago there were a handful of poop-scooper companies. Now there are nearly 300 in the U. S. and Canada and the number is growing rapidly. However, with that growth comes a large number of people who think they can start a scooping business and “get rich quick.” “These guys and gals find out that it takes hard work to grow a business and some eventually give up. The greatest fear is not disinfecting their tools or shoes. It’s about time there was a code of ethics for our industry.” Says Eric Riker of Happy Tails Pet Services Inc. in Cleveland and aPaws Vice President.

“Being a member of aPaws should benefit my clients in other ways,” says Deb Sullivan; “we’ll always be up to date as far as educating ourselves and clients, since we have access to pertinent information available on the member’s only web site". "We have tried to remain on the leading edge of our industry,” Deb Sullivan continues, “And aPaws will help guarantee we do”. “Most dog owners usually don’t even think about the impact dog waste can have on them in regards to health issues,” adds Deb Sullivan. “Dog waste can host deadly parasites and viruses, some of which can infect humans, especially children.

Roughly 10,000 people are infected with Toxocariasis each year in the United States. This disease can cause blindness as well as affect the bodyÂ’s organs and central nervous system. To help prevent human infection, the U. S. Center for Disease Control recommends clean up of pet waste at least once a week.

RoverÂ’s Leftovers has been cleaning up after dogs, offering this affordable service in the Houston area since March 2000. RoverÂ’s Leftovers offers discounts for working dogs, seniors, and the handicapped as well as families who have adopted from Greyhound Pets of America, Houston SPCA, Houston Humane Society, and Second Chance Pets.

Little India Foundation Announces Launching of Its Website Littleindia. org

Little India Foundation Announces Launching of Its Website Littleindia. org

Little India Foundation has launched its website www. littleindia. org with two objectives. One is to disseminate globally the basic facts about Hinduism and the underlying Vedanta philosophy for Hindus as well as non-Hindus to promote pluralistic societies. The other is to report on its ongoing education, health, and welfare projects in Rural India for making others aware of the plight of people in those areas.

Austin, TX (PRWEB) July 29, 2006

Little India Foundation announces the launching of its website http://www. littleindia. org (http://www. littleindia. org). The website has two main objectives -- global dissemination of information on the basics of Hinduism and its culture for Hindus and non-Hindus alike, and to report on the progress of its projects to help poor and needy in India.

Little India Foundation (LIF) is a not-for-profit organization founded in Chicago in 1977. The objective was to help immigrant Hindus retain their religion and culture through successive generations. Therefore the emphasis was on teaching younger immigrant children the essentials of the religion.

As the immigrant community grew in different parts of the world it also became apparent that non-Hindus also get a better understanding of the world’s oldest religion in the interest of developing pluralistic societies. LIF has expanded its activities to meet that need through publications on its website.

At the same time the need for improving the existing living conditions in rural India remained urgent. Therefore the Foundation decided to start projects in India for improving education, health, and economic conditions in rural areas. Currently it has pilot projects in the state of Maharashtra.

Community volunteers do the work and the emphasis is on developing local resources using indigenous products and skills. An agricultural college project is underway to cultivate herbal plants to be used in pharmaceutical products. In another project LIF is supporting an orphanage cum elementary school for children from remote tribal areas.

The existing schools from elementary to college levels are being helped by volunteer teachers and also through scholarships for students from needy families. Again the emphasis is on creating motivation for improving the living conditions through better utilization of the local resources.

There is a plan for starting a school based on the ancient gurukul system incorporating some modern concepts as well. If the pilot project succeeds, the plan would be extended to the rest of the state and, eventually to other states as well.

As the project activities expand the resources required to carry on the work will increase immensely. The organization will need global support especially from Indians living or settled outside India. It is the hope of the Foundation that people would see these activities as a worthy cause and lend their unqualified support. For further information please contact us.

Contact:

Little India Foundation

P. O. Box 90671

Austin, TX 78709-0671

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Arsetta Inc. Democratizes the Online Auction for Non-Profits

Arsetta Inc. Democratizes the Online Auction for Non-Profits

Arsetta Inc., developer of ReadySetAuction. com, the popular benefit auction management web-application, has evened the online auction playing field. Now any non-profit organization, regardless of size, can quickly and easily create and customize its own community online auction site and conduct an online auction using ReadySetAuction's powerful and affordable toolset.

Seattle, WA (PRWEB) May 2, 2007

Let the Bidding Begin! Arsetta Inc., developer of ReadySetAuction. com, the popular benefit auction management web-application, has evened the online auction playing field. Now any non-profit organization, regardless of size, can quickly and easily create and customize its own community online auction site and conduct an online auction using ReadySetAuction's powerful and affordable toolset.

From an organization's auction home page that is branded with the organization's logo, banner, image and welcome text, supporters can view the online catalog, place bids, make direct cash donations, submit auction item/service donations, and even buy tickets to a gala event, if there is one. Moreover, ReadySetAuction's sophisticated bidding intelligence encourages lively bidding, resulting in higher bids and more proceeds for the organization.

Both grassroots organizations and large non-profits alike are thrilled with ReadySetAuction and are quickly realizing the rewards of this new online auction fundraising tool for their charities. Kelly Shea of the Community Relations department of Cardinal Health in Ohio used ReadySetAuction's Online Auction package to raise money for Cardinal Health's United Way Work Place Giving campaign. She explained, "Our online auction has been well received and is going strong. This is the first year we have done such a thing. We have received many compliments on the quality of the site, so thanks goes to Arsetta!"

Jeff Bourke of Lyondell Chemical Company had similar results. It was their most successful year ever for their United Way campaign. Borke explained, "ReadySetAuction allowed our local United Way campaign to increase our auction sales by 250% compared to our traditional silent auction! There was silence in the halls in the last minutes of the auction as the bidding wars peaked. The overall response from our employees was 'We want it again next year!'"

ReadySetAuction's Online Auction tool brings the charity auction into homes and offices of those who otherwise may not be able attend a gala auction event. Moreover, ReadySetAuction allows all non-profits -- even those whose budgets cannot afford to throw a large fundraising gala -- to raise funds simply and inexpensively while promoting their mission to their supporters and beyond.

"Fundraiser auction events have been around for years, with good reason," explains Sam Weiss, Arsetta, Inc. co-founder and CEO. "They are an incredibly effective way for an organization to raise funds while building community awareness and instilling passion for a cause. With this release, ReadySetAuction extends the reach of the charity auction event to a broader base of constituents, inviting greater participation. And ReadySetAuction gives non-profits who can not afford to rent a venue, provide dinner and staff an auction the opportunity to raise money in the virtual world."

Interested parties can view an online auction demonstration at http://demo. readysetauction. com/auctions/xyzorganization (http://demo. readysetauction. com/auctions/xyzorganization).

About Arsetta
Founded in 2003, Arsetta's mission is to provide affordable, enterprise-class software solutions to non-profit organizations of all sizes. ReadySetAuction®, Arsetta's flagship product, was developed around a simple vision: to make it easier for non-profit organizations to raise the funds they need to fulfill their missions. Since ReadySetAuction's launch, hundreds of non-profit organizations across the United States - including schools, religious organizations, charitable organizations, youth sports leagues, and other community groups - have used ReadySetAuction to streamline their auction processes and raise millions of dollars.
Arsetta, Inc. is located near Seattle, Washington.

More Information
Lisa Weiss
VP Marketing
ReadySetAuction
1.877.722.2220
Http://www. readysetauction. com (http://www. readysetauction. com)

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Garnet Health Passes $10 Million Mark in Insured Premium

Garnet Health Passes $10 Million Mark in Insured Premium

Garnet Health and Insurance Services (Garnet) closed out the month of January with over ten million dollars in insured premiums for the first time in its history. Garnet is a medical malpractice insurance broker and physician services firm located in Hampton, NH with clients throughout the Northeastern United States.

(PRWEB) February 6, 2005

Garnet Health and Insurance Services (Garnet) closed out the month of January with over ten million dollars in insured premiums for the first time in its history. Garnet is a medical malpractice insurance broker and physician services firm located in Hampton, NH with clients throughout the Northeastern United States.

Garnet has experienced significant growth in its insurance brokerage over the past quarter, primarily due to its focus on the medical malpractice market, which is experiencing rapidly rising premiums. Because of these rising costs, many physicians nationwide are unwilling or unable to continue in their profession. Richard Brereton, Sales Manager for Garnet, hopes physicians will “keep looking to our expertise to save them some money and keep them in practice.”

Garnet Health and Insurance Services provides a range of custom services to healthcare professionals in addition to its malpractice insurance brokerage, including application completion, provider enrollment and IT consulting. For further information, contact Richard Brereton at 603-926-1157 x1401.

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Accredited-Online-Colleges. com Expands Website to Include Accredited Campus-Based Colleges and Universities

Accredited-Online-Colleges. com Expands Website to Include Accredited Campus-Based Colleges and Universities

Accredited-Online-Colleges. com has just expanded its easy-to-use online college and university directory to include campus-based colleges. With the addition of campus locations for leading colleges and universities around the country, it's now easier than ever for students and working adults to find the very best options available to advance their education.

Casselberry, FL (PRWEB) December 1, 2006

Accredited-Online-Colleges. com (http://www. accredited-online-colleges. com/) now offers a directory that includes both options of campus-based (http://www. accredited-online-colleges. com/Campus-Based-Colleges/index. asp) and online degree programs (http://www. accredited-online-colleges. com/Online-Degrees/index. asp) for students looking to advance their college degrees.

Finding the right degree program is easy at Accredited-Online-Colleges. com with everything you need to know categorized into this recently expanded, comprehensive website. You can find out what types of programs are available from each college and easily request more information directly from the college or university of your choice. With the ease of use offered by this directory, you can find exactly the type of program and the college location that will work best for you to successfully earn your degree. Getting on the road to success is just a click away with Accredited-Online-Colleges. com campus-based programs.

Campus-Based Colleges at Accredited-Online-Colleges. com

AOC's campus-based colleges have convenient locations to best serve the needs of students interested in attending classes in the traditional method to earn their college degrees. Students can easily search by state or by college/university name to explore their best options.

Degrees are available from campus-based programs on the associate, bachelor, and master's degree levels. Many types of certification are also available to students who need to advance their credentials. Students can earn their degrees in many of today's most promising fields, such as Business Management, Information Technology, Healthcare, and more.

Accredited-Online-Colleges. com plans continued expansion of its website offerings to include the best campus-based programs available nationwide to help students make the right decision when choosing the finest accredited colleges and universities to earn or advance their college degrees.

"We are pleased to be able to expand our website to include the programs that will help students reach their goals successfully, whether online or by attending classes on campus at accredited colleges or universities. What works for some students doesn't work as well for others; everyone has a particular learning style that works best. That's why providing the additional option of helping students find the right campus-based program makes us very proud," explained Nancy Lambert, Accredited-Online-Colleges. com Executive.

About Accredited Online Colleges:

Accredited-online-colleges. com provides information on hundreds of degrees offered online and now on campus as well through accredited colleges and universities. From online certificates to Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PhD degrees, Accredited-Online-Colleges. com helps students and adults discover the very best individual options available to earn their college degrees.

Contact Information:

Nancy Lambert

Accredited Online Colleges

Http://www. accredited-online-colleges. com (http://www. accredited-online-colleges. com)
407-678-3062 x 202

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Substitute Mountain High Yoghurt for Sour Cream, Mayo, High-Fat Ingredients

Substitute Mountain High Yoghurt for Sour Cream, Mayo, High-Fat Ingredients

A healthy, delicious substitute for sour cream, mayonnaise, cream, and more is Mountain High Yoghurt. It cuts fat and calories but not flavor. That's good news when nearly 70% of American adults are classified as overweight or obese, and heart disease and diabetes are on the rise.

Denver, CO (PRWEB) August 20, 2009

Few people realize that yoghurt makes a delicious and healthy substitute for sour cream, mayonnaise, cream cheese, cream and other high-fat dairy products in recipes. Yoghurt, considered one of the top so-called super foods, has long been hailed for its health-supporting properties, but it also offers similar texture, consistency, creaminess, and flavor of less healthy foods. With obesity in the U. S. now costing America's health system nearly $147 billion annually and threatening to replace tobacco use as the top cause of preventable death, it's more important than ever to replace high-fat ingredients with natural, healthy alternatives.

If one cup of lowfat yoghurt is substituted for one cup of mayonnaise in a dip recipe, for example, it cuts out 157 grams of fat and 1,300 calories. Mountain High Yoghurt (http://www. mountainhighyoghurt. com/index. html)--a thick, creamy premium brand yoghurt that contains billions of live, active and probiotic cultures--is an excellent choice for such substitution. Best of all, home cooks can realize these savings in their favorite recipes without sacrificing flavor or richness.

Plain yoghurt makes a perfect one-to-one substitute for sour cream in dips and spreads, in side dishes like mashed potatoes, or in entrees like Beef Stroganoff (http://www. mountainhighyoghurt. com/recipes/beef_stroganoff. htm). A dollop on crepes, blintzes, baked potatoes and Mexican dishes is a refreshing, healthier garnish than sour cream. Plain Mountain High Yoghurt tastes just like sour cream--with a clean, palate-refreshing finish. But while regular sour cream packs 40 g of fat and 480 calories, whole-milk Original Style Mountain High Yoghurt contains only 8 g of fat and 180 calories per cup. Lowfat and Fat Free Mountain High Yoghurts are still lower in fat and calories.

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Scientists Believe "Releasing" Quiets the Mind

Scientists Believe "Releasing" Quiets the Mind

For decades, thousands of people around the world have claimed a technique called "Releasing," quiets their minds. The Release Technique announces scientists at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania are confirming that the fMRI scans of participants taken while "Releasing" are proof individuals are more peaceful, and the technique seems to have lasting effects.

Sherman Oaks, CA (PRWEB) October 26, 2010

For decades, thousands of people around the world have claimed a technique called "Releasing," quiets their minds. Now scientists at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania are confirming that the fMRI scans of participants taken while "Releasing" are proof individuals are more peaceful, and the technique seems to have lasting effects.

For over fifty years, the Release Technique has proven to be a powerful, unique, simple, and very practical tool that dramatically improves the quality of life of individuals by teaching them how to eliminate any and all negativity instantly by using a method called releasing, or letting go. By releasing, practitioners learn to let go of negative thoughts, which helps them to create positive results in all areas including, health, finances, and relationships.

According to the Release Technique website, the method was developed in 1952 by Lester Levenson, a physicist from New Jersey, who had life threatening illnesses and doctors sent him home to die. While lying in his bed, he discovered the ultimate secret to achieving and maintaining perfect health, effortless wealth, deeply satisfying relationships, as well as a profound sense of peace, happiness and freedom—independent of outer circumstances by developing a method to release all of his negative feelings. When he did, his health miraculously healed and he lived 45 years after the doctors predicted he would live only a few weeks.

The Release Technique research was done by Dr. Andrew Newberg and Therapist Mark Robert Waldman, who head the research activities at the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Spirituality and the Mind.

The team's ongoing research with various spiritual and meditation practices is to understand how intense prayer and meditation permanently change numerous structures and functions in the brain which alters one's values and the way reality is perceived. Their research proving spiritual and meditative practices quiet the mind, can be found in their ground-breaking book, “How God Changes Your Brain.”

"Both the training and practice of the Release Technique is very different than the training and practice of other meditation techniques we have studied," says Waldman. "We find it particularly interesting that the areas affected by the Release Technique are similar to the areas affected by meditators engaged in Buddhist practice, Christian Centering Prayer, and cognitively impaired individuals practicing an Asian chanting ritual. Substantial research from meditation practices have shown that stimulation in the above neural areas may have a wide range of benefits, including memory and cognitive enhancement, introception, improved decision-making, and better control in regulating emotions such as anxiety, depression, and irritability."

Larry Crane, Director of the Release Technique and best-selling author of “The Abundance Book,” and "Love Yourself and Let the Other Person Have it Your Way," says releasing can make your mind quieter than the monks in monasteries. Crane is a personal growth expert who has helped thousands of people around the world go free from emotional, physical and financial disorders by releasing.

“ Using the Release Technique, you’ll easily be able to “let go” of any “charged” feelings “on the spot," says Crane. "This includes fears, phobias, anxiety, stress and panic attacks. Life does not have to be a struggle. With the Release Technique, you will naturally enter into the flow state. All resistance and self-doubt will melt away like butter in a microwave! You can easily discharge any emotional agony including anger and Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD)."

Visit: http://www. releasetechnique. com

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Music Executive Don Pooh Makes Hits With Famous Franchise

Music Executive Don Pooh Makes Hits With Famous Franchise

Music Executive Don Pooh Makes Hits With Famous Seafood Restaurant Franchise

New York, NY (PRWEB) June 19, 2007

Music executive Don Pooh is expanding beyond music with his own franchise restaurant chain, Famous Seafood. The 11-year music industry veteran co-executive produced Grammy Award winning Mary J. Blige's No More Drama album, and helped launch the career of rap vixen Foxy Brown. His latest protegé, singer/songwriter Wynter Gordon is scheduled to be released winter 2007 on his Don Pooh Music Group joint venture with Atlantic Records.

After successfully making his mark in music working with the likes of the Foxy Brown, Shyne, Mary J. Blige and others, Pooh decided to diversify his portfolio and delve into the food service industry. He quickly established his pedigree by investing and opening several successful restaurant franchises in the New York tri-state area, after which he decided to create his own brand.

"After discovering that only two to four percent of proven franchises fail, it made great business sense to start my own," explains Pooh. "Upon assessing the marketplace, I realized there was a void in the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry in the seafood segment." Coupling his music industry management experience and the knowledge acquired from developing several Papa John's restaurants and his Reign Lounge nightclub in downtown Brooklyn, Don Pooh set out to create a lucrative concept, which he coined Famous Seafood.

Steve Sillion, a partner at investment firm New City Partners, who recently closed a multi million dollar deal to acquire 32 Captain D's restaurants in Memphis, expresses his own excitement in the Famous Seafood venture. "We have no doubt that this concept has all the right ingredients for success," explains Steve. "Famous Seafood could possibly be to seafood restaurants what Subway is to sandwich places."

With stores located in Northern New Jersey, Brooklyn and Manhattan, Famous Seafood has entered into several franchise agreements, which puts the company on pace to open 15 units over the next 24 months. "I am very excited about the growth of the company," says VP of Marketing Paul Parris. "The consumer feedback has been incredible to our food, especially our 'healthier alternative menu options'. The secret recipes for the Famous Sauce, the Soul Slaw and the Famous Fried Lobster Tails are a sure hit with customers."

For more information on Don Pooh and Famous Seafood, go to www. tygereye. net/donpooh (http://www. tygereye. net/donpooh), www. famousseafood. com, www. newcitypartners. com and www. myspace. com/donpoohmusic (http://www. myspace. com/donpoohmusic)

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RTKL Adds Two Healthcare Design Professionals to its Los Angeles Office

RTKL Adds Two Healthcare Design Professionals to its Los Angeles Office

Rebecca Deren and Farnaz Nourmohammadi have joined the Los Angeles office of RTKL Associates Inc., an international architecture firm with more than 700 employees located throughout the world. Deren joins the Los Angeles office as an associate in the firmÂ’s healthcare practice; Nourmohammadi, who relocated from RTKLÂ’s Washington, D. C. office, joins the firm as a designer specializing in healthcare projects.

LOS ANGELES, CA (PRWEB) October 14, 2004

Rebecca Deren and Farnaz Nourmohammadi have joined the Los Angeles office of RTKL Associates Inc., an international architecture firm with more than 700 employees located throughout the world. Deren joins the Los Angeles office as an associate in the firmÂ’s healthcare practice; Nourmohammadi, who relocated from RTKLÂ’s Washington, D. C. office, joins the firm as a designer specializing in healthcare projects.

“California’s healthcare industry continues to expand, upgrade, and add new facilities as the state’s population grows,” said Andrew Beilfuss, AIA, vice president spearheading the firm’s healthcare practice in the Los Angeles office. “Both Rebecca Deren and Farnaz Nourmohammadi have impeccable healthcare design experience that translates immediately into our expanding practice. We are pleased to welcome them to our team.”

Deren joins the firm with more than eight years of extensive national healthcare design experience. Prior to joining RTKL, she served as a project architect at OWP/P in Chicago. Some of her recent projects include: interior renovation of an intensive care unit at St. LukeÂ’s Medical Center in Phoenix; design of a new 750,000 SF womenÂ’s hospital at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago; and the renovation and addition of a cancer center, medical office building, trauma center and obstetrics units at Genesis Medical Center in Davenport, Iowa.

A 1995 graduate of Ball State UniversityÂ’s College of Architecture, Deren received two degrees: a bachelor of architecture and a bachelor of arts in environmental design.

NourmohammadiÂ’s experience encompasses every phase of architectural design from pre-design through construction administration. She originally joined RTKLÂ’s Washington, D. C. office in 2002, where she worked on such high-profile projects as the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Md.; the University of MarylandÂ’s Greenbaum Cancer Center in Baltimore; and the Underwood Memorial Hospital in Woodbury, N. J. Since joining RTKLÂ’s Los Angeles office, she has begun adding California experience including Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center in Mission Hills, Calif., and Providence Little Company of Mary in Torrance, Calif.

A graduate of the University of Maryland, Nourmohammadi received her bachelorÂ’s degree in 2000, followed by a master of architecture degree in 2002. She also served as a teaching assistant at the University of MarylandÂ’s School of Architecture, located in College Park, Md.

RTKL is one of the world's largest planning and architectural firms. Founded in 1946, the company entered the healthcare and health science sector in 1962. Over the last 40 years, the firm has successfully guided the development of over $5 billion of new and renovated healthcare and health science projects. Today, the firm has amassed a portfolio of work that extends to 50 nations. For more information, please visit www. RTKL. com

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Exact Software Partners with Cleo

Exact Software Partners with Cleo

Cleo Communications, the leading supplier of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) communications products for over 20 years, and Exact Software, provider of manufacturing, distribution, financial and business process management (BPM) solutions, have reached an agreement in which Exact Software will offer its customers Cleo LexiCom, a secure, automated data-transfer software.

(PRWEB) June 5, 2003

Rockford, IL— Cleo® Communications, the leading supplier of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) communications products for over 20 years, and Exact Software, provider of manufacturing, distribution, financial and business process management (BPM) solutions, have reached an agreement in which Exact Software will offer its customers Cleo LexiCom, a secure, automated data-transfer software.

Cleo LexiCom integrates with Exact SoftwareÂ’s Macola ES (Enterprise Suite) solution to provide secure EDI communications over the Internet. The solution allows users to connect directly with trading partners, VANs, and other TCP/IP networks.

“The ability to send EDI over the Internet is a key component of the total solution for our customers,” commented Glenn McPeak, Product Marketing Manager for Macola ES at Exact Software, “We’ve provided Cleo solutions to our customers for many years and are pleased to now offer Cleo LexiCom.”

Macola ES is a next-generation ERP software that allows users to define business rules and exceptions as an integral part of their distribution, manufacturing and accounting software activities. The integration of LexiCom and Macola ES allows the two programs to function seamlessly, thus further improving business process efficiencies.

Cleo LexiCom, a secure data communications software, is certified eBusinessReady™ for AS2 interoperability and also supports the major Internet communications protocols FTP, FTP/S, HTTP, and HTTP/S. Pre-configured connections are available for many major servers and value-added networks (VANs) helping users to get up and running quickly and achieve a quick return on investment. The software runs on Windows, Unix, Linux and AS/400. Full details on LexiCom can be found at www. cleo. com.

About Exact Software

Exact Software offers innovative manufacturing, distribution, financial and BPM solutions that provide a strong backbone for today’s business environment. Exact Software's products make it easier for small to mid-sized organizations to do business with customers, suppliers and partners – 24/7. The company’s highly adaptable solutions provide a real-time view of activity across an entire organization, maximizing productivity by increasing access to information. For more information on Exact Software, visit www. macola. com.

About Cleo Communications

Cleo Communications provides reliable, secure data transfer products and services that enable users to easily establish and manage communications sessions, and easily integrate these solutions into their mission-critical e-business applications.

CleoÂ’s products have been proven in over 100,000 installations. Customers in the manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and financial services industries, among others, rely on Cleo products and services to help them achieve complete, automated data transfer solutions.

Additional information is available from Cleo Communications, P. O. Box 15835, Loves Park, IL 61132-5835. Phone: 815/654-8110. Fax: 815/654-8294. E-mail: awisch@cleo. com. Online: www. cleo. com. Toll free: 800/233-CLEO.

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California's Trident Insurance Agency Announces an Easier Way to Purchase Online Insurance

California's Trident Insurance Agency Announces an Easier Way to Purchase Online Insurance

Trident Insurance Agency, an insurance agency located in Woodland Hills, California, is proud to announce the launch of their new website and digital marketing campaign.

Woodland Hills, CA (PRWEB) November 19, 2010

Trident Insurance Agency, an insurance agency located in Woodland Hills, California, is proud to announce the launch of their new website and digital marketing campaign.

Trident Insurance Agency has partnered with Astonish Results, LP, a digital marketing and training company for the insurance industry, to create a new online marketing campaign. The Astonish Results marketing strategy has been implemented by Trident Insurance Agency, to help the agency find and keep new customers. Featuring a "Virtual Insurance Office" and "Virtual Insurance Agent," Trident Insurance Agency is confident that its new system will better meet the needs of its clients.

TridentAgency. net was created to make the experience of online insurance shopping easier. The site is divided into clear categories, making it simple for California insurance shoppers to visit http://www. TridentAgency. net, find the type of insurance they are looking for, and gain a better understanding of their policy options. If you have questions regarding auto insurance, home insurance, business insurance, or any type of insurance you may need, http://www. TridentAgency. net has the answers. Trident Insurance Agency also provides current and prospective customers with ways to contact the agency at any time by filling out a form or calling 877.290.5097.

About Trident Insurance Agency:
The Trident Agency is a family owned and operated Independent Insurance Agency specializing in superior products coupled with superior customer service. They have been serving their community with insurance services since 1969, and offer a complete line of insurance products including auto, RV, home, earthquake, life, health, and business insurance. They consider their clients to be their most valuable assets, and they continually strive to earn and retain your business, trust, and confidence.

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Business is Far Too Important to Be Left to MPs and Civil Servants

Business is Far Too Important to Be Left to MPs and Civil Servants

Thousands of new jobs and the UK's economic recovery are in jeopardy if politicians and civil servants continue to ignore Britain's Small Businesses. Terry Forsey, one of the UK's leading business coaches, says hundreds of Small Businesses need extra tax breaks and greater Government support to weather the recession and go on to create jobs for the growing number out of work from public sector cutbacks.

(PRWEB) December 2, 2010

Thousands of new jobs and the UK's economic recovery are in jeopardy if politicians and civil servants continue to ignore Britain's Small Businesses.

Terry Forsey, one of the UK's leading business coaches, says hundreds of Small Businesses need extra tax breaks and greater Government support to weather the recession and go on to create jobs for the growing number out of work from public sector cutbacks.

"Ministers and Civil Servants need to understand that small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of UK entrepreneurial talent and wealth creation" he says.

"Make no mistake. Their growth is crucial to sustaining the economic recovery. It is these companies which provide 50% of the country's economic output and a staggering 60% of all UK jobs".

Both the Prime Minister, David Cameron and the Government's Enterprise Tsar Lord Young claim to be backing Britain's Small Businesses.

But Terry Forsey says the time for rhetoric is running out and has produced a Entrepreneurs Manifesto - a 22 point business plan he'll be sending to the Prime Minister, the Cabinet and every constituency MP.

He wants senior civil servants to read it, too. I doubt if many civil servants at the Department for Business Innovation and Skills have any true perception of what is involved in running a Small Business.

"Most of what they and the politicians come up with actually cost Small Businesses a great deal of money - from finance and accountancy rules to health and safety initiatives.

"There's only one initiative that will actually increase the value of a Small Business and ensure its growth and survival - that's a strong and effective sales and marketing strategy."

Terry Forsey's Entrepreneurs Manifesto also calls for a The Queens Award for Entrepreneurs; civil servants to spend four week's a year working for a Small Business; and a Government-funded Apprenticeship Scheme for 16-19 year old school-leavers.

Read The Entrepreneurs Manifesto 2011 at http://www. entrepreneurs-manifesto. com

About Terry Forsey

  MSc in Computer Science.   30 years working as a Sales and Marketing focused Director within the IT Industry.   Experience with Small & Medium sized technology companies   Raised Venture Capital on three occasions and sold businesses twice.   8 years as a Sales and Marketing coach helping SMB technology businesses.   Recently described (unprompted) as the "Affordable John Harvey-Jones".   Non-executive Director of five companies,   In the National Business Link Consultants register   BVM approved Mentor working with The Princes Trust, Business Support Northamptonshire and East Midlands Business Champions.   Member of the British Computer Society, a Fellow of the Institute of Sales & Marketing Management, a Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing and a Member of the Institute of Directors.

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Hiring Outlook Both Promising and Challenging For Accounting and Finance Industry

Hiring Outlook Both Promising and Challenging For Accounting and Finance Industry

Lucas Group, a respected leader in professional recruiting, today announced results from its annual accounting and finance hiring manager survey, which reflect positive hiring projections for the next 12 months. Lucas Group is one of the nationÂ’s largest executive search firms.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) June 14, 2005 -

— Lucas Group, a respected leader in professional recruiting, today announced results from its annual accounting and finance hiring manager survey, which reflect positive hiring projections for the next 12 months. Lucas Group is one of the nation’s largest executive search firms.

The search firm predicts strong employment and business growth trends for the next 12 months. According to the survey, hiring needs are attributed to both company growth and attrition. More than 47 percent of participants feel company growth will increase this year, a significant increase from last yearÂ’s 36 percent.

“Growth in hiring is attributable to a growing economy and an increase in positions needed to meet Sarbanes Oxley compliance,” said CPA and Managing Partner Bill Kuchar for Lucas Group’s Houston Accounting and Finance division. “Our placements for accounting and finance professionals have substantially increased from last year, and we expect the increase to continue.”

Nearly 50 percent of industries that predict the strongest growth in accounting and finance employment opportunities include banking/finance, consulting, distribution, healthcare and high tech software companies. Additionally, 100 percent of high tech software companies expect company growth, which aligns with the U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) report that show software publishers as a leading industry with one of the fastest wage and salary employment growth from 2002-2012.

The BLS also reports financial activities employment reached an all-time high in 2004. With more than 67 percent of hiring managers planning to hire during the next year, accounting and finance professionals can expect ample employment opportunities.

The outlook is promising, but the industry also faces its challenges. Of the participating hiring managers, 77 percent feel their workload has increased in the last year, and 72 percent feel their staff is working harder. These results reflect nationwide surveys that show 60 to 70 percent of employees are planning to seek alternate employment. Coupled with the need for additional resources to cover anticipated growth and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, the next year will pose challenges for employers looking to attract and retain talent.

“The new accounting legislation has compelled companies to pull their audit function inside,” said General Manager Andrea Jennings for Lucas Group’s Accounting and Finance division. “Companies are also seeking candidates to strengthen their S. E.C. departments and fill technical accounting positions. Our division has seen a 96 percent increase in revenue in the past year, which means more positions are opening and creating a greater demand for qualified candidates.”

“We are finding the primary challenge in accounting and finance hiring stems from this increase in demand,” Kuchar said. “There have been fewer new graduates for the last several years, and the baby boomers are beginning to retire, which leaves a void to be filled. The opportunity for accounting and finance professionals is vast, as companies are expanding their departments and seeking more talent.”

The survey represents a broad cross section of industries, including banking/finance, consulting, distribution, healthcare, high tech software, manufacturing, real estate and more. Overall company revenue varied; however, nearly 57 percent of participating companies collect more than $1 billion in revenue.

About Lucas Group:

Lucas Group, a respected leader in professional recruiting, is one of the nationÂ’s largest non-franchised, executive recruitment firms. Lucas Group has built a reputation for successfully providing human capital placements in multiple markets and industries. In a partnership with The Wall Street Journal and CareerJournal. com, the search firm has grown and increased its reach, while maintaining a commitment to high performance and unsurpassed industry knowledge. Lucas Group focuses on recruiting top executives in management, advertising/marketing, sales, accounting, manufacturing, legal, military personnel transitioning and technical positions across all major industries. With offices nationwide and its expansion into Europe, Lucas Group performs search assignments for Fortune 100+ companies, as well as regional businesses and entrepreneurial firms.

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

Contact:

Alicia Wasson

404-239-5620

Marketing@lucasgroup. com

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