Manufacturer Approved Water Coolers For Sale at a Discounted Price from Water Coolers Direct

Manufacturer Approved Water Coolers For Sale at a Discounted Price from Water Coolers Direct

Water Coolers Direct have decided to start selling returned stock via a new online store on EBay. The water coolers in question have been returned due to minor technical issues or slight damage and have been repaired and factory approved by the original manufacturer. As the machines are not in their original packaging the machines cannot be sold as brand new coolers and are therefore being sold at a heavily discounted price.

Gloucester, UK (PRWEB) September 7, 2007

Water Coolers Direct have decided to start selling returned stock via a new online store on EBay. The water coolers in question have been returned due to minor technical issues or slight damage and have been repaired and factory approved by the original manufacturer. As the machines are not in their original packaging the machines cannot be sold as brand new coolers and are therefore being sold at a heavily discounted price.

Formed in March 2004 as a reaction to onerous water cooler rental contracts Water Coolers Direct (http://www. watercoolersdirect. com) offers the option of buying the water coolers outright. Water Coolers Direct now has a loyal customer base of over 2,500 business's including 'Thames Valley Health Authority', 'Havana International Bank', 'Mowlem Technical Services', 'Westminster School Library' and also over 900 home customers.

EBay markets itself as "The World's Online Marketplace®", and enables trade on a local, national and international basis. The site caters predominately to individual consumers and small businesses, offering an online platform where millions of items are brought and sold each day.

Fred Cairns Palmer, Managing Director, WaterCoolersDirect. com Ltd said; "As Water Coolers Direct is unable to present these coolers as new machines we are able to offer them to you at a heavily discounted price on EBay. We believe that this is an exciting opportunity and allows us to sell good quality water coolers to the domestic market and small businesses at a competitive price, our hope is that the UK consumer will compare our water coolers favourably to the cheaper alternatives more typically offered on EBay."

The company envisages making more and more types of machine available moving forward as they become available. "The only problem that I foresee is that we don't get a lot of returns…" says Pete Glanville Operations Director of Water Coolers Direct "… we only buy from proven manufacturers who have a good reputation in our industry, as a consequence of this we have only now been able to offer these high quality products on EBay, it's taken some time to stock pile sufficient numbers to make a dedicated eBay store a viable option."

The machines currently on offer are:

QU710C ACIS / Samsung Free Standing Bottled Water Cooler (chilled & ambient water) at £79.00 a £186 saving on the £265 list price

QU510C ACIS / Samsung Free Standing Mains Water Cooler (chilled & ambient water) at £99.00 a £266 saving on the £365 list price

Future products will include the companies BRITA Fed Bottled Water Cooler, Under Sink Water Filters & Chillers and a new range of Fridge Filters. The shop will also include a wide range of accessories including Service Contracts, Cup Dispensers, Recycling Bin and Drinking Cups & Cones.

Martin Booth the Sales Director of Water Coolers Direct said "We are excited about the opportunity and can envisage expanding our range to feature more and more products that appeal to the domestic market moving forward…"

The new Water Coolers Direct EBay shop is located at: http://stores. ebay. co. uk/watercoolersdirect (http://stores. ebay. co. uk/watercoolersdirect)

For more information on the company visit: http://www. watercoolersdirect. com/ (http://www. watercoolersdirect. com/)

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Medicexchange Offers Route to China for Medical Device Companies

Medicexchange Offers Route to China for Medical Device Companies

With new offices in central Beijing, Medicexchange China continues to grow and is now able to provide Western medical device companies with a portfolio of services to assist them in entering the Chinese market.

New York, NY (PRWEB) May 24, 2007

Medicexchange offers route to China for medical device companies.

With new offices in central Beijing, Medicexchange China continues to grow and is now able to provide Western medical device companies with a portfolio of services to assist them in entering the Chinese market.

In addition to having a Chinese dealer network covering 80 per cent of Tier 1 and Tier 2 hospitals in China, Medicexchange also offers services for regulatory clearance (SFDA), market assessments, equipment importing, translation services, online promotion through Medicexchange. com including and full clinical training and support.

Medicexchange China is part of the global medical imaging software (http://www. medicexchange. com/mall/departmentpage. cfm/MedicExchangeUSA/_94983) portal Medicexchange. com, which recently expanded to include an exclusive digitally-downloadable medical imaging product directory.

To lead this strategy, Nancy Zhuang has been promoted from sales director to sales and operations director for Medicexchange China.

Zhuang takes up the post with over ten years experience. Prior to the Medicexchange radiology software (http://www. medicexchange. com/mall/departmentpage. cfm/MedicExchangeUSA/_94983) portal, Ms. Zhuang worked at the Beijing representative office of Bard International, Inc. from 2004 to 2006. Before serving with Bard, Ms. Zhuang worked at GE Healthcare China as an advanced product specialist. She was a research assistant at the Division of Cardiology, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, and a clinical resident at FuWai Cardiovascular Institute and Hospital, Peking Union Medical College (PUMC) and the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CAMS).

Zhuang says: "Medicexchange China is now the company offering a complete range of services to medical device manufacturers, radiologists and imaging professionals in China. I'm pleased to be working on this unique opportunity."

Medicexchange CEO Adam Boyse says this medical imaging news (http://www. medicexchange. com/mall/departmentpage. cfm/MedicExchangeUSA) is good for medical device companies: "The Medicexchange presence in China offers companies an efficient and cost effective route into the Chinese marketplace. With the back up of the Medicexchange presence in Europe and USA, I am confident that Nancy Zhuang will lead the team in offering the best services to manufacturers and the leading medical products and support to radiologists."

The size of the Chinese marketplace:
There are over 60,000 radiologists in China. The multi-detector computed tomography (MDCT) install-base is approximately 3,000-strong, which makes China the fourth largest market in the world. There are more than 20,000 hospitals across the country.

About Medicexchange:
Medicexchange. com is an online sales and information channel providing diagnostic, treatment and surgery planning solutions for breast imaging, cardiac, musculoskeletal, abdominal-pelvic, thoracic and neuro imaging from a range of different software companies. The site provides these solutions in a low-cost, on-demand and digitally-downloadable format for medical imaging professionals, providing access to radiology news (http://www. medicexchange. com/mall/departmentpage. cfm/MedicExchangeUSA), information and products that are traditionally difficult to access.

Medicexchange. com is owned and operated by Medicexchange Plc. Medicexchange Plc is a subsidiary company of MGT Capital Investments, Inc. Product and company information can be found on www. mgtci. com. Stock symbol: MGT.

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CME Outfitters Earns Certification from Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)

CME Outfitters Earns Certification from Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)

CME Outfitters received national certification as a Women's Business Enterprise by the Women Presidents' Educational Organization of Washington, D. C. (WPEO-DC), a regional certifying partner of the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).

Rockville, MD (PRWEB) May 11, 2009

CME Outfitters, LLC, an independent accredited provider of multidisciplinary medical education programming and related healthcare communications services, received national certification as a Women's Business Enterprise by the Women Presidents' Educational Organization of Washington, D. C. (WPEO-DC), a regional certifying partner of the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).

Managing Partners Jan Perez and Sharon Tordoff look forward to new opportunities that may be presented to CME Outfitters by virtue of this certification. "We hope to leverage our position as a WBENC-Certified Women's Business Enterprise to work with other organizations committed to diversity programs," says Ms. Tordoff.

WBENC's national standard of certification implemented by the WPEO-DC is a meticulous process including an in-depth review of the business and site inspection. The certification process is designed to confirm the business is at least 51% owned, operated, and controlled by a woman or women.

By including women-owned businesses among their vendors, corporations and government agencies demonstrate their commitment to fostering diversity and the continued development of their supplier/vendor diversity programs.

About CME Outfitters:
CME Outfitters develops and distributes live, recorded, print, and web-based educational activities to thousands of clinicians each year and offers expert accreditation services for non-accredited organizations. For a complete catalog of certified activities, please visit www. cmeoutfitters. com, www. neuroscienceCME. com, or call 877.CME. PROS (877.263.7767).

About WBENC:
The Women's Business Enterprise National Council is the nation's largest third-party certifier of businesses owned and operated by women in the United States. WBENC is a resource for the more than 700 U. S. companies and government agencies that rely on WBENC's certification as an integral part of their supplier diversity programs.

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Pearson and Sun Microsystems, Inc. Offer College Students Technology Training, Gateway to Professional Certification

Pearson and Sun Microsystems, Inc. Offer College Students Technology Training, Gateway to Professional Certification

Sun Academic Advantage aligns with today's workforce development initiatives to retrain workers, produce qualified labor pool

Boston, MA (PRWEB) December 16, 2009

Sun Microsystems, Inc. has teamed up with Pearson, a global leader in education, education technology and services, to develop the Sun Academic Advantage. This offering includes course materials and online courses on Java technology, OpenSolaris and Open Source technologies for students of all levels.

The Sun Academic Advantage-- http://www. pearsonhighered. com/sunacademic/ (http://www. pearsonhighered. com/sunacademic/) --enables instructors to add Sun-endorsed courseware into their curriculum and give students an enhanced classroom experience using the latest Sun technologies. Aligned with Sun certifications, Sun Academic Advantage content and online courses provide a gateway for students to gain an advantage in today's competitive workplace by becoming Sun-certified as IT professionals.

Sun Academic Advantage is designed for computer science and information technology programs that align with disciplines such as software development, enterprise architecture, system administration and IT management. The Sun Academic Advantage leverages Sun's expertise in emerging technologies and combines Pearson's wealth of resources, proven instructional design and excellence in content development.

The Java platform has attracted more than 6.5 million software developers to date and is integral to the intranet applications and other e-business solutions at the foundation of corporate computing. It has a presence in a wide range of devices, computers and networks. Open Solaris is an open source project created by Sun in 2005 to build a developer community around the Solaris Operating System (OS).

Courseware includes stand-alone special topic supplements, lab manuals, certification maps and practice tests. Powered by CourseConnect, Pearson's customizable online courseware, Sun Academic Advantage also includes customizable 12-week eLearning courses, located within a tailored web portal. Each course is developed with specific learning outcomes, an instructor guide, additional resources and works within any learning management system (LMS).

"Pearson's exclusive partnership with Sun enhances an academic institution's ability to keep curricula current with the latest technology," said Chris Shenk, vice president at Pearson Learning Solutions. "In today's economic environment, the new Sun Academic Advantage program will play a critical role in providing industry-recognized training that will successfully prepare students for professionally and financially rewarding careers."

"Sun has created technologies that have defined--and often redefined--the course of computing, and we are excited about the opportunity to work with Pearson," said Karie Willyerd, CLO, Sun Learning Services. "Sun's Open Source technologies make these skills widely applicable and provide businesses with cost-effective solutions that deliver faster results."

Pearson provides complete, customizable online courses in disciplines such as business, general education, allied health, criminal justice, paralegal, education, and information security, plus a full suite of custom media options. Pearson's courseware services and library offerings are powered by best practices in instructional design and crafted by a team of course writers, subject matter experts and technologists. These Pearson best practices coupled with the pedagogically sound Sun Academic Advantage ensures alignment with today's workforce development initiatives of retraining America's workforce and producing a qualified labor pool.

About Pearson
Pearson has global-reach and market leading businesses in education, business information, and consumer publishing (NYSE: PSO).

Media Contact: Susan Aspey, Susan(dot)aspey(at)pearson(dot)com or (800) 745-8489

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Medicare D Fails to Deliver, Seniors Turn to Canada for Relief

Medicare D Fails to Deliver, Seniors Turn to Canada for Relief

The opening reviews for the new Medicare Part D prescription program establish consensus that a bungled launch has further set back a program that’s already fatally flawed. No surprise that the vast majority of seniors are voluntarily declining enrollment with many opting for the affordable simplicity of Canadian drugs from licensed pharmacies like ADV-Care (www. ADV-Care. com or www. PharmacyOnTheNet. com)

Toronto, Canada (PRWEB) February 6, 2006 –

One month after launch, the Medicare Part D prescription drug program has been plagued with numerous problems that well exceed expected “initial glitches”. The issues have been serious enough to force more than twenty states to invoke emergency Medicaid coverage for dual-eligible seniors. House Democrats have written an urgent letter to Congressional leadership demanding reform and the AARP is already crying out for government-negotiated prices to address the program’s inadequacies. Why?

Too many patients are not receiving their medications or are being overcharged, while others are still too confused to make an informed decision about enrollment. The result is that only 3.6 million seniors have actually enrolled voluntarily, 15 million short of the CMS projected target.

What alternatives are available for U. S. seniors? Whether in the short term or as a permanent solution, safe and reputable Canadian pharmacies like ADV-Care (www. adv-care. com or www. PharmacyOnTheNet. com) can offer superior savings vs. most Medicare plans for a lot less hassle. “We can be a stand-alone solution or a safety-net for when Medicare drops coverage, either way it’s a soft landing,” says Ramy Attalla, Director of Communications at ADV-Care.

A Kaiser Family Foundation study found that 25% of eligible seniors — as many as 7.4 million people — would find no financial benefit whatsoever by enrolling in Medicare D. As well, an analysis by the House Government Reform Committee concluded that a Canadian option may be cheaper for seniors who spend less than $1,500 or between $3,000 and $6,400 for drugs each year.

The notion of Canadian drugs being an attractive alternative was also reflected in Gov. Tim Kaine’s Democratic response to the State of the Union speech last week… “Our seniors were promised that the new federal Medicare drug plan would make it easier and cheaper to obtain their medication. Instead, many are falling victim to the program’s poor planning. They find getting their medicine to be more complex, more expensive, and less reliable…Many states, following the lead of Illinois, have set up simple ways to help seniors purchase safe, American-made prescription drugs from other countries at a fraction of the price they would pay here.”

ADV-Care Pharmacy (www. adv-care. com or www. PharmacyOnTheNet. com) is licensed by the Ontario College of Pharmacists, and has been safely dispensing medications to Canadian & U. S. residents for 6 years. All Canadian medications are Health Canada approved and are dispensed by licensed pharmacists.

Media Contact:

Ramy Attalla

Ph. 1-888-611-5582

Website: www. PharmacyOnTheNet. com

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Oceana Urges Americans: "Don't Forget the Oceans on Earth Day"

Oceana Urges Americans: "Don't Forget the Oceans on Earth Day"

Oceana, the largest international organization solely dedicated to advocating for the world's oceans, encourages people to celebrate Earth Day 2007 by joining the fight to reverse the dramatic decline in health of the world's oceans -- which make up nearly three quarters of the earth. They ask people to join their efforts at www. Oceana. org.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) April 19, 2007

Oceana (http://www. oceana. org), the largest international organization solely dedicated to advocating for the world's oceans, encourages people to celebrate Earth Day 2007 by joining the fight to reverse the dramatic decline in health of the world's oceans -- which make up nearly three quarters of the earth.

"We really need everyone to remember the oceans this Earth Day because our oceans are in terrible trouble," noted Andrew Sharpless, CEO for Oceana (http://www. oceana. org). "The good news is that we can bring our oceans back from the brink of irreversible collapse if enough people join the fight."

Oceana (http://www. oceana. org) believes there is one human activity that, if dealt with, can reverse the ocean's fast track towards collapse. "What is going to wreck the oceans in the next 20 years if we don't deal with it is destructive commercial fishing. We are simply taking too many fish out of the ocean too fast--and we are doing it in destructive and short sighted ways. Fortunately, this is a solvable problem," Sharpless continued.

Oceana's (http://www. oceana. org) message this Earth Day comes on the heels of a landmark article in the international journal Science. The authors, all leading ocean scientists, projected that all commercial fisheries around the world could collapse by 2048 if the current rate of fishing were to continue. They considered a fishery collapsed when catches drop below 10% of the recorded maximum.

"At such low levels there are serious consequences not just for the fish -- which risk being reduced to levels at which populations cannot recover -- but also for the food supply for a billion people around the world who turn to fish for a primary source of protein. This means terrible hardship for the coastal communities and 200 million people around the world whose livelihoods depend on fishing," added Sharpless.

To reverse the current trend, Oceana's (http://www. oceana. org) team of marine scientists, economists, lawyers and advocates focus on specific and concrete policy changes that address three things: excessive fishing capacity paid for with government subsidies, bottom trawling which destroys essential ocean habitat, and excessive rates of bycatch (the catch and killing of wild fish in the pursuit of commercially targeted species). 

"Fixing the oceans may be the biggest environmental problem we can solve relatively simply. We know that when fishing pressure is reduced, many collapsed fisheries do recover -- if we protect them while there are still healthy ocean communities for them to live in," said Sharpless.

This Earth Day, Oceana is asking Americans to join their efforts to protect the world's oceans at http://www. Oceana. org (http://www. Oceana. org).

Oceana campaigns to protect and restore the world's oceans. Our teams of marine scientists, economists, lawyers and advocates win specific and concrete policy changes to reduce pollution and to prevent the irreversible collapse of fish populations, marine mammals and other sea life. Global in scope and dedicated to conservation, Oceana has campaigners based in North America (Washington, DC; New York; Juneau, AK; Los Angeles and Monterey, CA; and Portland, ORE), Europe (Madrid, Spain; Brussels, Belgium) and South America (Santiago, Chile). More than 300,000 members and e-activists in over 150 countries have already joined Oceana. For more information, please visit www. Oceana. org.

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The Harley Medical Group Urges Patients Use Reputable Cosmetic Surgeon

The Harley Medical Group Urges Patients Use Reputable Cosmetic Surgeon

The Harley Medical Group highlights importance of seeking a reputable cosmetic surgeon.

(PRWEB) February 19, 2009

The Harley Medical Group, leading cosmetic surgery provider, highlights the importance for patients do some homework and seek a reputable cosmetic surgeon in light of glamour girls' 100 ops claim.

Self confessed cosmetic surgery addict, Alicia Douvall, hit UK screens as part of the 'Rehab' series on Living TV. The UK glamour girl has admitted to undergoing 100 cosmetic operations and is now seeking help at a Rehab clinic to confront her body dysmorphia which has resulted in an addiction to plastic surgery.

Alicia talked in depth about her numerous operations which led to British Surgeons barring her from having cosmetic surgery (http://www. harleymedical. co. uk/ (http://www. harleymedical. co. uk/)) in the UK. The UKs leading cosmetic surgery provider, The Harley Medical Group has spoken out to say that these surgeons offered too little help too late to a clearly vulnerable patient who should not have been allowed to get into this position. The Harley Medical Group has stated that reputable cosmetic surgeons (http://www. harleymedical. co. uk/cosmetic-surgery-for-women//nurse-counsellor-and-surgeon-consultation/ (http://www. harleymedical. co. uk/cosmetic-surgery-for-women//nurse-counsellor-and-surgeon-consultation/)) should always ensure that a responsibility to the patient is at the forefront of their minds. With this in mind the group has launched cosmetic surgery patient guidelines stressing the importance of seeking a reputable plastic surgery (http://www. harleymedical. co. uk/ (http://www. harleymedical. co. uk/)) clinic.

To help prevent similar situations from occurring in the future, The Harley Medical Group urges patients that with thousands of surgeons operating across the UK it is important for them to do their homework before booking an operation, in order to ensure they receive the correct and most appropriate treatment and after care service with fully qualified medical practitioners.

About The Harley Medical Group:
The Harley Medical Group is the UKs largest cosmetic surgery provider, performing more procedures and with more cosmetic surgery clinics (http://www. harleymedical. co. uk/our-clinics/ (http://www. harleymedical. co. uk/our-clinics/)) across the country than any other cosmetic surgery provider. It has been established for over 25 years and is one of the most highly-regarded Cosmetic Surgery Groups operating in the UK. It has conducted over 400,000 procedures to date.

In 2004, The Harley Medical Group's Chairman Mel Braham, at the request of the Department of Health became a member of the department's Steering Committee, set up to oversee the introduction of new regulations covering the entire Cosmetic Surgery sector. All of The Harley Medical Group's clinics are registered with the Healthcare Commission.

For all The Harley Medical Group media enquiries please contact:
Hannah Walsh
Rain Communications UK
2 Greycoat Place
Westminster
London
SW1P 1SB
020 7222 4345
Www. harleymedical. co. uk

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A Vegetarian Contest to Veg Out With Gardein and a Kindle

A Vegetarian Contest to Veg Out With Gardein and a Kindle

Plant-based food producer, gardein™ is giving away Kindles loaded with vegetarian recipes, plus free coupons, each week throughout October, Vegetarian Awareness Month

(PRWEB) October 1, 2010

October is Vegetarian Awareness Month and gardein™ (garden + protein) is celebrating with weekly giveaways. Each Monday, from October 11th until November 1st the plant-based food producer will be selecting a winner for an Amazon Kindle and an Amazon gift card to allow for the uploading of a favorite vegetarian cookbook, plus $50 in coupons for gardein’s vegetarian approved products. Appropriately, they’re calling the contest ‘Veg Out With gardein™ and a Kindle.’

“Vegetarian diets not only have proven health benefits, but they are also good for our planet,” said Yves Potvin, president of Garden Protein International, maker of gardein™. “So we’re carrying the environmental message with these prizes.” He smiles and says, “No trees suffered in the creation of this contest.”

But there’s still a huge need to get the word out, as a recent ADA study shows.

Research just released by the American Dietetic Association(ADA) states that nearly all Americans – that is almost everyone – are failing to get enough whole grains, legumes, orange vegetables or dark green vegetables in their diet. Furthermore, many of those who are cooking still aren’t preparing healthy meals. "Hence the obesity epidemic,” says Potvin. “Clearly there’s still work to be done.”

There’s a growing movement towards vegan, vegetarian and ‘flexitarian’ diets.

Today, consumers’ awareness about the health and environmental benefits of plant-based diets continues to rise and is being driven by global campaigns like Meatless Monday, designed to raise awareness of the climate-changing impact of meat production and consumption and backed by celebrities such as Chris Martin, Gwyneth Paltrow, Sheryl Crow and Paul McCartney. Consumers interested in eating healthier during Vegetarian Awareness Month and participating in the contest can enter at http://www. gardein. com

About gardein™
Gardein™ (garden + protein) is a line of delicious plant-based foods slow cooked to have the authentic taste and texture of premium lean meat. Made from a savory blend of vegetables, grains and plant-based proteins including pea, wheat and soy, gardein™ is free of cholesterol and trans fats and the majority of products provide a good source of fiber and are low in fat. Today, gardein™ is available in the fresh and frozen sections of more than 10,000 grocery storesacross the United States and Canada and is served on the menu at restaurants and in collegiate, corporate and hospital cafeterias. For more information, visit gardein. com.

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White Paper Demonstrates How to Calculate Optimal Bid Amounts For a Pay Per Click Advertising Campaign

White Paper Demonstrates How to Calculate Optimal Bid Amounts For a Pay Per Click Advertising Campaign

Pay per Click (PPC) Management Company at Sayu. co. uk explain how online advertisers using PPC programs such as Google Adwords can calculate the optimal bid amount for each keyword that will give the best return on investment (ROI)

Stokesley, UK (PRWEB) August 15, 2006 -–

Dr. Gerda Arts, Head Data Analyst at Sayu (http://www. sayu. co. uk (http://www. sayu. co. uk)) recently released her new white paper titled "Optimal Bidding for Pay Per Click Advertising." Based on years of practical experience with PPC programs such as Google Adwords and Yahoo Search Marketing, Dr. Arts explains how a PPC advertiser can calculate the optimal bid amount for a keyword that will give the best ROI.

PPC advertisers essentially compete in a real-time auction where the advertiser sets the maximum amount they are willing to pay for every click they receive from their ad placed with the search engines. For many PPC advertisers it is of utmost importance to appear in top positions in the sponsored listings, however it can be expensive and at times unprofitable to appear in such high positions.

Dr. Gerda Arts explains: "The key advantage of an advertiser's ad gaining a high position is that it is likely to result in more traffic to their website, than if the ad was at a low position. However, a high position will be more expensive, and may not be the most profitable option. We therefore need to determine what the optimal position is, which depends on the following aspects:

1. How the position of an ad changes when the Cost Per Click (CPC) changes

2. How the Click Through Rate (CTR, percentage of impressions resulting in a click) changes when position of an ad changes

3. What percentage of clicks results in a sale or lead (conversion rate)

4. What the value of a sale or lead is to the advertiser"

Dr. Gerda Arts clearly exemplifies in her white paper how advertising in high positions with PPC programs is not always the most profitable, and reveals in her practical example how the optimal keyword bid can be calculated to ensure the maximum profit is made from each keyword.

"Suppose the CPC for your ad in top position is 50p. If the conversion rate is 2% we need on average 50 clicks to get an order, so it will cost us on average £25 (50 clicks x 50p) to get an order. If that is the same as the margin, it would not be worthwhile."

For advertisers using the Yahoo Search Marketing PPC program it is possible to determine how much one needs to pay for each position, as all keyword bids are public. With Google Adwords, keyword bids are not made public and hence it does not seem possible for an advertiser to know how the position of a keyword is affected by the CPC.

Dr. Gerda Arts however reveals in her white paper how it is possible to accurately estimate with Google Adwords how the position of an ad changes when the bid is changed, and how the CTR relates to the position of an ad.

Using statistical models based on historic data Dr Gerda Arts can estimate the profit that can be made per 1000 impressions, for each possible CPC. By increasing the CPC to a point immediately before the profit begins to decrease she can ensure the best ROI is achieved with each keyword.

"We use historic data to estimate how the position changes when the bid is changed using statistical regression techniques. The relation between the CTR and position is also estimated using these techniques based on historic data."

Dr Gerda Art's complete white paper can be found following this link: http://www. sayu. co. uk/bid-optimisation-white-paper. html (http://www. sayu. co. uk/bid-optimisation-white-paper. html). Her practical example clearly demonstrates how it is possible to reduce the overall CPC and increase the quantity and quality of traffic that is provided by a PPC Internet advertising campaign.

Sayu Ltd. (http://www. sayu. co. uk (http://www. sayu. co. uk)) specialise in Pay per Click management services. By utilising advanced statistical techniques, long tail marketing and proprietary automated bidding software we can reduce overall advertising spend and increase the quantity and quality of traffic that is provided by a client's internet advertising campaigns. To organise a free health check of your existing PPC account and a free 30 day trial of these pay per click management tools and services please call the Sayu team today on 0800 634 8283 or visit http://www. sayu. co. uk/free-ppc-healthcheck. html (http://www. sayu. co. uk/free-ppc-healthcheck. html) for more information.

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Psychiatry’s Claims of Childhood Disorders False And Unsubstantiated

Psychiatry’s Claims of Childhood Disorders False And Unsubstantiated

Psychiatric leaders themselves admit that they do not know how the mind works or how to help with mental difficulties. Past president of the World Psychiatric Association stated, 'The time when psychiatrists considered that they could cure the mentally ill is gone. In the future, the mentally ill have to learn to live with their illness.'

(PRWEB) October 9, 2005

Members of the Vancouver chapter of the Citizens Commission on Human Rights are challenging psychiatry’s statement that 140,000 British Columbia children have some sort of “mental disorder” by calling it fraudulent, an attempt to cash in at the expense of vulnerable and helpless little children and an effort to seduce well meaning teachers, parents, government officials and others into believing their trumped-up “disorders” actually exist.

Psychiatric leaders themselves admit that they do not know how the mind works or how to help with mental difficulties. Past president of the World Psychiatric Association stated, "The time when psychiatrists considered that they could cure the mentally ill is gone. In the future, the mentally ill have to learn to live with their illness.

Since last October, official warnings of the side effects of psychiatric drugs by regulatory agencies worldwide have escalated rapidly - sixteen in the last twelve months alone - culminating in a September 2005 landmark report by the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child, which issued a strong warning against false labeling of youth with the psychiatric diagnosis of "Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder" (ADHD) and its treatment with powerful mind-altering psychiatric drugs.

CCHR has published a new White Paper, summarizing the past year's official warnings and providing recommendations to protect the public health from further harm. It can be viewed at their website.

Psychiatry’s drugs of choice for Attention Deficit Disorder ( ADHD), one of their invented “illnesses”, came under fire last month when Health Canada asked all the makers of drugs used for ADHD to submit data from all clinical trials and post-marketing reports by the end of 2005. The data will be examined following it’s submission in the new year. The drugs that will be reviewed are Concerta, Adderall XR, Dexadrine, Ritalin and Attenade; drugs which are given to children for ADHD.

The psychiatric amphetamine type drug Adderall which was banned from the Canadian market in February 2005 and then allowed back on the market in August, is now to be reviewed again according to a spokesperson for Health Canada.

On September 29, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration ordered that “black box” warnings be placed on a commonly prescribed ADHD drug, Strattera, after clinical trials linked the drug to suicidal thoughts and behavior. The FDA indicated that the new warning stems from an ongoing review of all ADHD drugs and their possible association with suicide.

Brian Beaumont, President of the Vancouver chapter of the Citizens Commission on Human Rights stated, "The fact is, there is nothing in any medical or scientific literature that confirms the existence of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It was invented by a handful of psychiatrists by a show of hands at an American Psychiatric Association meeting in the 80’s. Thus, psychiatrists are labeling and drugging a non-existent malady which is an indictable offence, fraud and child abuse.”

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights was established in 1969 by the Church of Scientology to investigate and expose psychiatric violations of human rights. For more information go to http://www. cchr. org (http://www. cchr. org)

If you or a loved one has been harmed by any psychiatric practice, please call the Citizens Commission on Human Rights at 1-800-670-2247.

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World Blessings Launches New Light Body Spiritual Support Service

World Blessings Launches New Light Body Spiritual Support Service

The World Blessings online spiritual support community is happy to announce the opening of their newest service, the New Light Body spiritual transformation support website. During this time of planetary change and upheaval, many people are experiencing unfamiliar emotional and physical symptoms, changes to their health, and new challenges in relationships. Some are experiencing spiritual awareness for the first time, and unusual symptoms in their bodies that cannot be explained by traditional or even alternative medical sciences. New Light Body was created to offer a physical, energetic, and spiritual foundation for understanding the new consciousness and physical structure that human beings are experiencing as a result of greater spiritual light on the Earth.

Bend, Oregon (PRWEB) May 30, 2009

The World Blessings online spiritual support community and prayer service is happy to announce the opening of their newest website, the New Light Body spiritual transformation support website.

During this time of planetary change and upheaval, many people are experiencing unfamiliar emotional and physical changes, and new challenges in relationships. Some are experiencing spiritual awareness or awakening for the first time, and are noticing changes in their consciousness, and unusual symptoms in their physical bodies that cannot be explained by traditional or even alternative medical sciences.

These new experiences can be stressful and even frightening, especially at a time when so many economic, social and climate and earth changes are also happening at an ever accelerating pace.

New Light Body was created to offer a physical, energetic, and spiritual foundation for understanding the new consciousness and physical structure that human beings are experiencing as a result of greater spiritual light on the Earth. The site also offers a place for sharing experiences in relation to this transformational shift.

New Light Body provides new spiritual concepts about the process of spiritual purification, a framework for understanding the changes we are experiencing, and support for navigating through them with greater ease. The site offers writings and spiritual teachings of Julie Redstone, spiritual guidance messages, Light Body Blessings, from the Realms of Light, and spiritual articles by Mashubi Rochell.

A five part article series on Emotional Healing and the New Light Body addresses the spiritual nature of emotions, understanding the light body, releasing and letting go, post-traumatic healing, and emotions and the multidimensional self. This is one of the most popular destinations on the site, which provides support to those who are going through emotional challenges.

A two part article on Light Body Symptoms details some of the common physical and energetic experiences that people are going through, and offers practical suggestions for coping with the unusual physical, emotional and energetic symptoms that can manifest in the spiritual transformation process. This is also a popular destination for visitors who are experiencing unusual energy shifts and physical symptoms.

For those who wish to stay updated with the site's newest resources, the Light Body News Blog shares a live feed of the most recent light body articles and visitor contributions, and notifies visitors when new pages and updates are made to the site.

The New Light Body monthly newsletter offers a summary of the newest visitor contributions and light body resources that have been developed, and the Light Body Experiences forum offers a growing library of visitor contributions and discussions about the day to day experience of light body healing and transformation.

For additional information, please visit NewLightBody. org and request the New Light Body Newsletter which will provide regular monthly updates.

About New Light Body:

New Light Body is the newest spiritual support service offered by the WorldBlessings. net spiritual support community and prayer service. World Blessings is an online spiritual gathering place for people of all faiths, dedicated to the unity of souls and the creation of a sacred earth. The spiritual guidance messages and healing resources shared on the site offer spiritual support and teachings for living a sacred life.

World Blessings has been providing spiritual support to the global online community since 2005 and also offers an inspirational prayer service for people of all faiths, support for spiritual relationships, and a spiritual perspective on depression.

Contact:

Mashubi Rochell
541-388-4692
Http://www. NewLightBody. org (http://www. NewLightBody. org)

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Anakam® Teams With CareSpark to Deliver Two-Factor Authentication

Anakam® Teams With CareSpark to Deliver Two-Factor Authentication

Anakam® today announced that CareSpark has completed the integration of Anakam. TFA(TM) Two-Factor Authentication to provide secure end-user access to the company's collaborative health information network.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) February 26, 2008

Anakam® today announced that CareSpark has completed the integration of Anakam. TFA(TM) Two-Factor Authentication to provide secure end-user access to the company's collaborative health information network.

CareSpark selected Anakam's two-factor authentication to support a recently awarded $2.68 million U. S. Department of Health and Human Services' "NHIN II" Federal grant for participation as one of nine Regional Health Information Organizations (RHIOs) that will conduct trial implementations of a secure health information exchange network. CareSpark expects to go live with initial services early this year. CareSpark's service area includes eighteen hospitals and 1,200 physicians serving over 750,000 residents across Tennessee and Virginia. Fully deployed, the secure network will allow physician offices, hospitals, public health departments, pharmacies, laboratories, and imaging centers to communicate electronically in order to improve patient care and safety and reduce costs.

Anakam® offers a multi-channel two-factor authentication solution that requires no hardware tokens or software downloads, making it easy and affordable to provide secure access to web-based applications over an extremely large user base. "Never before has the ability to cost-effectively address the diverse needs of a large population of users in the healthcare space been possible" said Anakam's Chief Medical Officer, Bill Braithwaite, MD, PhD. "With Anakam. TFA the CareSpark health information network can not only deliver a one-time secure token, but it can do so through devices that the user community already owns and with which they are comfortable". Legacy two-factor authentication solutions utilize costly proprietary hardware or software downloads that negatively impact the ability to successfully deploy secure access to the diverse community of healthcare constituents.

By leveraging the multi-channel authentication capabilities of Anakam. TFA, CareSpark will lead the industry in a Federally compliant* deployment of a mass-scale solution that will reduce healthcare costs while providing a secure structured environment that supports sharing of medical information among providers. Anakam® is a member of a team that includes Wellogic, ActiveHealth Management, Allscripts, CGI Group, Cisco Systems, Dell, GE Healthcare, Intel, Initiate Systems, Misys Healthcare, Quovadx, Oracle and Siemens Medical Solutions. In addition to Anakam. TFA, Anakam® will also implement Anakam. IDP Identity Proofing.

About Anakam®

Anakam® enables strong authentication and identity management at a fraction of the cost of traditional solutions, without encumbering your customers, partners and employees with cards, software downloads, tokens, or fobs. The Anakam Identity Suite™ is unique in the industry, providing end-to-end capabilities that allow you to enable secure business to the masses. The suite includes two-factor authentication, remote identity proofing, professional credentialing, and data protection.

*- OMB Memo M 07-16, NIST Special Publication 800-63

Contact:
Joe Taylor
1010 North Glebe Rd., Suite 500
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 888-4630

About CareSpark
For more information about CareSpark, visit the CareSpark website at www. carespark. com or call (423) 963-4208.

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The Second Issue of The Blue Book from the Metropolitan Dog Club Focuses on New York City, the Premier Metropolis for Dog Owners

The Second Issue of The Blue Book from the Metropolitan Dog Club Focuses on New York City, the Premier Metropolis for Dog Owners

The next issue of the Metropolitan Dog Club's Blue Book magazine focuses on New York City. Discriminating dog owners can educate themselves about pet health and canine culture by reading articles written by notable breeders, celebrity pet experts, esteemed dog authors, prominent veterinarians and serious dog enthusiasts.

New York, NY (PRWEB) May 4, 2009

Following a successful launch of its new magazine, The Metropolitan Dog Club returns with its second issue of The Blue Book Magazine. Named for the club colors, The Blue Book will feature a well-rounded roster of stories catering to discerning dog enthusiasts and their pampered pets.

"We're very pleased with the response we received from our first edition of The Blue Book," said magazine Editor-in-Chief Charlotte Reed, celebrity pet expert and club president. "Having launched prior to the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was the perfect timing to reach our esteemed target audience of affluent New Yorkers and serious dog enthusiasts. It gave us the opportunity to reach a certain, dog specific audience in New York".

Reed also commented that advertisers were especially happy with the magazine because many of them were contacted within days of distribution from dog owners, residing in New York City. With close to 2 million licensed dogs, this is a great opportunity for pet product manufacturers and pet professionals to promote their goods and services. According to Reed, "In these tough economic times, pet owners are looking for cost-effective pet products and services that are solution oriented. Metro readers rely on our publications to supply them with the best information and the best products."

The second issue of the magazine features an exciting array of stories with a balance of news, entertainment and practical information. As its current editorial focus, The Blue Book highlights New York City as one of the most dynamic and interesting dog communities in the world. Stories including in the publication discuss:

Spotlight on the top ten dog breeds in New York City
Money Saving Pet Tips
Stories about the care of Senior Pets and the Misconception of Toy Dogs
How to handle 7 common emergencies
A preview of canine fall fashions
Focus on the William Secord Gallery
Purebred dog adoption
Canine crafts
A wrap up of the Westminster Show and more

Esteemed members of the dog world who are members of the "Metro" volunteered their time to help create a unique magazine that contains insights about canine art, dog culture, special events, health issues and the sport of showing dogs in the greatest city in the world. Members include: Joanne Anderson; Mark Burns, DVM; Andrew DePrisco; David Frei; Joel Gavriele-Gold, PhD; Babette Gladstein, VMD; Ylisa Kunze; Arthur Liese; Victoria Oelerich; Sharon Sakson; John Sangorgio, DVM; Jane St. Lifer-Kennedy; and Charlotte Reed.

The magazine is available in pet stores, veterinary offices, dog parks, at NYC events, shelters, outdoor festivals, hotels, real estate offices and anywhere dogs are found.

To learn more about The Blue Book magazine, contact its editor-in-chief, Charlotte Reed at president (at) metropolitandogclub (dot) com or 212-465-3184.

To advertise in the The Blue Book magazine, contact its publisher, Gregg Oehler, at (212) 226-3955.

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Challenge The Obesity Epidemic, And Get Active America!

Challenge The Obesity Epidemic, And Get Active America!

Free Workouts at Ladies Workout Express to Help West Hempstead Residents Begin a Fitness Routine

West Hempstead, NY (PRWEB) May 14, 2006

It’s a fact – Americans are the most overweight population in the world, and many people are looking for a solution. Nearly two-thirds of U. S. adults are overweight, and nearly one-third of all Americans are obese. A change is necessary. That’s why Ladies Workout Express, along with other members of the nonprofit International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA), will open its doors free to the public the weekend of May 15-21, 2006 as part of the nationwide Get Active America! campaign.

2006 marks the third year of the campaign, again offering Americans of all ages a “first step” opportunity to begin an exercise program in a safe, supportive environment. During 2005’s program, more than 170,000 Americans participated in Get Active America!, taking their first steps towards a healthier lifestyle.

“Many Americans don’t realize that in addition to helping to control weight, physical activity decreases the risk of dying from coronary heart disease and reduces the risk of developing diabetes, hypertension and colon cancer,” said John McCarthy, executive director of IHRSA. “The health club industry is dedicated to helping make exercise fun and accessible to all Americans.”

Get Active America! is one part of a continuous effort from the health club industry to change the direction of the nation’s health. This special Get Active America! weekend Open House will allow West Hempstead, Franklin Square, Garden City residents to take exercise classes and use the facilities at Ladies Workout Express free of charge. Current Ladies Workout Express members will also be invited to bring a friend or family member in for free the week of May 15-21, 2006.

“With obesity on the rise, we are proud to participate in such an encouraging program, and offer free workouts to those interested in beginning, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle,” said Vita Zorbo, Owner of Ladies Workout Express of West Hempstetad. During the Get Active America! Open House, Ladies Workout Express guests will be provided free access to the club’s trainers, state-of-the-art exercise equipment and an array of exercise classes. Visitors who would like to join Ladies Workout Express during Get Active America! week will benefit from our $0 Registration promotion.

In addition to Ladies Workout Express of West Hempstead, other IHRSA member health clubs nationwide will offer free workouts during Get Active America! week. A complete list of participating health club locations is available at www. getactiveamerica. com.

About Ladies Workout Express of West Hempstead

Ladies Workout Expresss of West Hempstead provides a highly specialized workout setting for women to help them achieve their fitness goals. Ladies Workout Express offers the complete workout experience in a clean environment with no complicated machines. Our easy-to-use strength and toning equipment is manufactured specifically for women to fit their frame as opposed to co-ed clubs whose equipment is sized for men. Our specialized women’s only fitness centers offer various classes such as Pilates, Yoga and aerobics as well as many other amenities including sauna, tanning, free childcare, massage, personal training and many more!

About IHRSA

The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) is a nonprofit association dedicated to the growth, protection, and promotion of the health club industry, and represents more than 6,500 clubs worldwide. IHRSA is an international leader in health club industry education and research. For more information on IHRSA, visit www. ihrsa. org. For more information on Get Active America!, visit www. getactiveamerica. com.

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Americans Need Help Combating Excessive Sweat from Pits to Toes

Americans Need Help Combating Excessive Sweat from Pits to Toes

Don't be afraid of the latest fashions (shoes included!) if you are troubled by excessive perspiration

Edision, NJ (PRWEB) July 10, 2008

According to two national surveys conducted for Certain Dri (http://www. certaindri. com (http://www. certaindri. com)), the number one antiperspirant recommended by dermatologists for treating excessive perspiration for more than thirty years:
Thirty percent of U. S. adults* - which translates to more than 70 million people nationwide - admit to suffering from problematic foot sweat. What's more, three-quarters of this group also battle foot odor Forty-five percent of U. S. adults** - which translates to almost 110 million people - report that perspiration is either "sometimes" or "often" a problem for them.

What millions of Americans need is an honest, one-stop sweat control solution. But where do you start? Who can the consumer trust? Not to worry, the makers of Certain Dri, who recently took sweat-control a step further, literally, with the introduction of new Certain Dri FEET products (http://www. certaindrifeet. com), will help keep you looking dry and feeling fresh from "pits to toes" for a fraction of the cost compared to many other products out there claiming "clinical strength" results.

The Pit Stop:
"If you are looking for relief from excessive perspiration in a product available at the drug store, the best formula would be one that contains aluminum chloride, such as Certain Dri, which is closest to the prescription formula that dermatologists have been recommending successfully to patients for many years," explains David Bank, M. D., dermatologist and director of The Center for Dermatology, Cosmetic and Laser Surgery in Mount Kisco, NY. "A person who has axillary hyperhidrosis [excessive sweating of the underarms] may find very little relief from these newer products marketed as 'clinical strength (http://www. corporatenews. net/_client/RL24419/Sidebar-Clinical%20Strength%20drug%20factsFINAL. pdf)' regardless of what time of the day they apply it, because the formulas are not necessarily strong enough," adds Dr. Bank.

Stomp Out Sweaty Feet:
"Most footwear does not allow for perspiration to evaporate naturally," explains podiatrist Oliver Zong, DPM, director of foot surgery at NYC Foot Care and attending physician at New York Hospital Downtown. "The dark, warm, moist environment of our shoes then encourages the growth of bacteria and fungi, leading contributors to foot problems, including odor, Athlete's Foot, blisters and toenail fungus.

Approved by the American Podiatric Medical Association, new Certain Dri FEET Moisture Control Pads (http://www. certaindrifeet. com/Pages/CertainDri_Feet_Product_Information) contain 12 percent aluminum chloride, the ingredient recommended by podiatrists to help control excessive foot moisture (plantar hyperhidrosis).

Certain Dri FEET Microsponge Powder is specifically developed for people suffering from excessive foot odor, a condition known as bromhidrosis. The powder contains the patented Microsponge Delivery System that is triggered into action with heat, friction or moisture to release five odor fighting ingredients that provide several levels of odor defense:
A protective barrier that prevents air from coming into contact with moisture/sweat Dimethicone - an anti-friction agent Two antibacterials to help prevent the formation of odor causing bacteria Triclosan - prevents growth and kills bacteria responsible for odor Chlorhexidine digluconate - kills bacteria, the source of odor An odor neutralizer that continuously works to prevent odor Grillocin - interacts to neutralize odors A light menthol scent that helps keep feet fresh all day. Menthol - a cooling agent which also helps mask odor

If over-the-counter options don't solve the issue of excessive sweating/odor of the underarms or feet, speak to a dermatologist, podiatrist or other health professional about a stronger prescription antiperspirant or other options available.

For more information about excessive sweating, Certain Dri products or the new "Make Certain You're Dry" blog, visit http://www. certaindri. com (http://www. certaindri. com) or http://www. certaindrifeet. com (http://www. certaindrifeet. com).

Methodology
*Harris Interactive® fielded the study from February 28- March 2, 2006, via its QuickQuerySM online omnibus service, interviewing a nationwide sample of 2,099 U. S. adults, among whom 1,048 indicated that perspiration is sometimes or often a problem for them

**Harris Interactive fielded the survey on behalf of Certain Dri Feet Products from February 6-8, 2008, via its QuickQuery online omnibus service, interviewing a nationwide sample of 2,015 U. S. adults aged 18 years and older.

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Apnea Monitors Market to Reach $382 Million by 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc

Apnea Monitors Market to Reach $382 Million by 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

There is significant market opportunity for apnea monitors, as sleep disorders continue to draw the attention of several companies. Global apnea monitors market is projected to reach $382 million by 2015 driven by rising awareness about obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), growing number of sleep centers, and continuous product improvements.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) October 22, 2008

Apnea monitors constitute an integral part of patient monitoring systems and the alternate care markets. These devices are used for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes in hospitals and alternate care sites such as sleep clinics. These monitors incorporate indirect methods of apnea identification including monitoring of heart rates and other parameters associated with respiration. Over the years additional features such as heart rate detection, noise elimination, automatic sensitivity modification, and signal-processing algorithms have been incorporated into monitors to provide complementary functionalities.

United States and Europe collectively capture more than 70% share of the worldwide apnea monitors market (http://www. strategyr. com/Apnea_Monitors_Market_Report. asp) as stated in a recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Apnea monitors market in the United States is driven by increasing OSA diagnosis from growing awareness, with large patient population, and increased number of beds in sleep clinics. Adult Apnea monitors market (http://www. strategyr. com/Apnea_Monitors_Market_Report. asp) in the United States is projected to reach US$40 million by 2010.

Asia-Pacific market for apnea monitors is projected register a CAGR between 8%-11% over the period 2000-2015, driven by the rising incidence of sleep apnea. A major cause for low penetration in the market is the lack of awareness among people. In Europe, Germany represents the single largest market for apnea monitors. Other important markets in the region include France, United Kingdom, and Italy. Infant apnea monitors market (http://www. strategyr. com/Apnea_Monitors_Market_Report. asp) in Europe is projected to reach US$142.5 million by 2015.

Leading players profiled in the study include Cardinal Health, CAS Medical Systems, Covidien Ltd, ResMed Corporation, and Respironics Inc.

The report titled "Apnea Monitors: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., covers major market dynamics, trends, and competition pertaining to the market. The report enumerates recent developments, mergers, acquisitions and other strategic industry activities. The report analyzes current and future projections over the period 2001-2015, while historic analytics offer a review of the industry's past performance (1996-2000). The study examines the market by product segment and treatment site. Based on product segment, the market is reviewed across Infant Monitors and Adult Monitors. The market is further analyzed on the basis of treatment site across Home, Hospital, and Alternate Site segments. Analysis is presented for established and emerging markets including United States, Japan, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America.

For more details of this research report, please visit http://www. strategyr. com/Apnea_Monitors_Market_Report. asp (http://www. strategyr. com/Apnea_Monitors_Market_Report. asp)

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) (http://www. strategyr. com) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs over 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of over 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports, and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone 408-528-9966
Fax 408-528-9977
Email press@StrategyR. com
Web Site http://www. strategyr. com (http://www. strategyr. com)

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Lyric Proves a Healthy Option for Enjoying Fall Physical Activities

Lyric Proves a Healthy Option for Enjoying Fall Physical Activities

Lyric® Hearing Offers Seniors the Chance to Exercise in the Fall Without the Daily Hassle of Traditional Hearing Aids

Newark, CA (PRWEB) October 15, 2009

As the Fall season starts, many seniors are starting to renew their health and fitness with activities that allow them to watch the changing of the seasons or move toward indoor physical activities. But many seniors who experience hearing loss put aside regular physical exercise from fear that their hearing aid (http://www. lyrichearing. com) will fall out or they will not be able to hear properly due to interference or poor sound quality.

InSound Medical, makers of the popular Lyric Hearing device, states that seniors with hearing loss can continue to participate in active sports, such as bicycling, running and golf, without the fear of losing their hearing device (http://www. lyrichearing. com), and without worrying about sweat and wind noise getting in the way of hearing.

Lyric is the first 100% invisible hearing device that can be worn 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for up to 4 months at a time. Lyric is placed deep in the ear canal, completely out of sight. Because of its placement and because it is worn for months at a time*, Lyric wearers don't need to worry about their hearing device falling out while exercising. The deep canal placement also helps reduce wind noise, background noise and feedback, and Lyric is water resistant so sweat is not a problem. All of these attributes are great benefits for hearing aid wearers who enjoy an active lifestyle.

"Activities that I have been doing actually were a reason for getting a hearing aid in the first place," said Jim, Lyric wearer. "I had just started yoga for the first time in my life, I turn it up to the full volume I hear everything the teacher says, and I don't have to worry about sweat."

"When you're traveling 30 miles an hour down the road (on your bike), you've got to know what's behind you. Even with mirrors on your helmet, you don't get the image. You've got to be able to hear everything, including cars coming from the side. It's all about sound when it comes to riding a bike. What I hear differently with Lyric is the ability to hear behind me." said Pete, Lyric wearer.

For more information on the benefits of Lyric and to find a provider, please visit the product's Web site, www. lyrichearing. com.

About InSound Medical
InSound Medical, Inc. is a privately-held medical device company established to develop advanced hearing aid technology. The company's introductory product, Lyric®, is a revolutionary device placed deep in the ear canal to provide outstanding and continuous hearing for up to 4 months at a time. It has 24 Patents issued and 16 pending. Lyric became available through select audiologists in mid-2008. For more information, visit www. lyrichearing. com.

Lyric is not appropriate for all patients. See your Lyric hearing professional to determine if Lyric is right for you.

*Individual results may vary.*

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Fall Is the Time to Plant California Natives

Fall Is the Time to Plant California Natives

Non-profit Theodore Payne Nursery in Sun Valley (Los Angeles) celebrates the beauty and practicality of California native plants at its annual fall festival and plant sale from Friday, October 15 through Sunday, October 17. Besides a 10% discount to the general public on all plants sales, the festival will include exhibits on propagation, bonsai with natives, and more.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) September 27, 2004

Fall is the ideal time to plant California native plants. Unlike other areas of the United States when spring is the time for planting, the fall is the best time to plant natives here in California and the Southwest.

The Theodore Payne Nursery, which offers more than 400 species of native plants and 200 species of native plant seeds year round, will celebrate the beauty and practicality of California native plants at its annual fall festival and sale on October 15, 16, and 17, from 8:30 a. m. to 4:30 p. m., at 10459 Tuxford Street in Sun Valley. For more information about the event, call (818) 768-1802 or visit the nursery's website to see the full schedule.

“Our native plants are a source of tremendous pride for Californians,” said John Wickham, chair of the board of the Theodore Payne Foundation. “They are water-wise, which means either you're saving money in your pocket book or you are saving water for the greater good. They support healthy air and oceans because they don't need fertilizers or pesticides. They are great for drawing birds to your garden.” 

The three days of events, including the sale of plants, seeds and books, will show how easy it is to plant and care for a California native garden. The general public will receive a 10% discount on all plant purchases and members of the Theodore Payne Foundation for Wild Flowers and Native Plants will receive a 15% discount. The festival includes:

 Â“Feral Flowers” photography exhibit of native wild flowers landscapes by Richard Dickey  Book signing and talk about the newly published “Theodore Payne: In His Own Words” with publisher Elizabeth Pomeroy  Classes and demonstrations about bonsai with natives, propagation, pruning and sketching  Exhibits on bees and herpetology, and creating backyard habitats

The Theodore Payne Nursery in Sun Valley grows and sells approximately 400 species of native plants and 200 species of native plant seeds to the general public. Proceeds from the nursery benefit the Theodore Payne Foundation for Wild Flowers and Native Plants, Inc., which for forty five years has dedicated itself to preserving and restoring CaliforniaÂ’s native landscape. In addition to the nursery, the foundation conducts classes, collects seeds of plants and wild flowers, and hosts an annual garden tour. The foundation and nursery honor the legacy of honors the legacy of Theodore Payne, who opened his first nursery in 1903 in Los Angeles.

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MVP Health Care’s Member Wellness Program Moving to Reward Achievement of Biometric Guidelines

MVP Health Care’s Member Wellness Program Moving to Reward Achievement of Biometric Guidelines

MVP Health Care is evolving its WellStyle Rewards member wellness incentive program to an outcome-based model that will reward members for demonstrating the achievement of recommended health guidelines and other evidence-based measures such as body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar on a health risk assessment form.

Schenectady, NY (Vocus) November 23, 2010

MVP Health Care is evolving its WellStyle Rewards member wellness incentive program to an outcome-based model that will reward members for demonstrating the achievement of recommended health guidelines and other evidence-based measures such as body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar on a health risk assessment form.

“We are leading the move to an incentive design that rewards members who achieve recommended health guidelines, proven to be associated with reduced long-term health risks,” says Augusta Martin, MVP’s Corporate Vice President of Marketing Innovation and Commercial Business. “This model will allow us to better reward members who practice healthy habits all year long” Martin said.

Health measures such as body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and refraining from tobacco use are strong indicators of an individual’s risk for developing chronic diseases such as diabetes and many forms of cancer.

”I encourage my patients to complete health screenings as part of routine preventive care. I am excited because now my patients can earn rewards for getting screened and achieving important health goals” said Joseph DiPoala, M. D., an MVP-participating physician in Rochester, N. Y. “This is great because screenings are so important in monitoring health, preventing disease and knowing when I need to work with my patients to get their results into recommended ranges,” he said.

“We know that all of our members may be at different points along the continuum of health and well-being, and we believe new program includes all the elements needed to recognize members who take an active role in their health and to demonstrate year-over-year population health improvements”, Martin said.

While members can still earn points redeemable for rewards for completing PHAs (Personal Health Assessments) or completing coaching programs, beginning in 2011, members have additional earning opportunities for demonstrating certain biometric measures — such as cholesterol, blood pressure and body mass index (BMI) — that fall within optimal ranges. Rewards are available for members whose biometrics are not optimal but are in acceptable ranges. Members also can receive rewards for staying tobacco free. As a reasonable accommodation, chronically ill patients who enroll in an MVP condition health management program can be rewarded for that participation as well.

Founded in 1983, MVP Health Care is a regional, not-for-profit health insurer based in Schenectady, N. Y. Through its operating subsidiaries, it provides fully insured and self-funded employer health benefits plans, dental insurance, and ancillary products, such as flexible-spending accounts, to 750,000 subscribers in New York State, Vermont and New Hampshire. For more information, visit: http://www. mvphealthcare. com.

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NUBIAN HERITAGE VILLAGE CELEBRATES ITÂ’S COMING TO HARLEM WITH 40 DAYS OF PREVIEW ACTIVITIES BEGINNING NOVEMBER 24TH

NUBIAN HERITAGE VILLAGE CELEBRATES ITÂ’S COMING TO HARLEM WITH 40 DAYS OF PREVIEW ACTIVITIES BEGINNING NOVEMBER 24TH

Nubian Heritage Harlem will inaugurate the opening of its flagship in Harlem with a series of African themed preview events starting November 24th leading to the Grand Opening on December 18th.

(PRWEB) November 22, 2003

New York, NY (November 17, 2003) Nubian Heritage Harlem will inaugurate the opening of its flagship location at 2037 Fifth Avenue @ 125th St with a series of African themed preview events beginning November 24th leading to the Grand Opening on December 18th. In the spirit of African traditions, Nubian Heritage welcomes neighboring businesses and the Harlem community to participate in 40 days of celebration and activities. Guests will sample products & services, experience great music, listen to poetry and tour the 22,000 sq ft. facility.

The new location will bring with it 80 new jobs and serve as an African cultural epicenter consisting of a full service luxury spa, café, art gallery, flower shop, wellness center, music and bookstore. The Shea Spa features a whirlpool, dry sauna, steam room, movement studio, sanctuary lounge, aromatherapy steam rinse in a hydro-shower and more. The Boma Café offers traditionally roasted African coffee blends from countries such as Ethiopia, Kenya and others. Housed within “The National Black Theatre” landmark building, the Nubian Heritage Village in Harlem looks to capture the richness of historic Harlem by showcasing the diversity and beauty of Africa through its customs and traditions.

The Elder Blessing and Award Ceremony will serve as the lead off event on Monday, November 24th four weeks prior to the official store opening. Shea Spa Director, Michelle Harper explains, “it is customary in African culture to seek permission from the elders before entering into new relationships.“ During the Blessing Ceremony, Nubian Heritage will present awards honoring community leaders whom have contributed to the livelihood of Harlem. The seven recipients will receive an award in recognition of his or her contribution to the community along with a special offering to commemorate the occasion. Other scheduled events will be the Merchant Gathering

Held on December 8th, a Village Gathering on December 11, the Insalamu will be held on December 13th followed by the Grand Opening on December 18th.

ABOUT NUBIAN HERITAGE: Nubian Heritage began as a vision of two industrious street vendors. Today it has flourished into a full service cultural, lifestyle brand that celebrates the exceptional ingredients of Africa through wellness & health products, music, and ceremony. Nubian Heritage was established in 1992.

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Lane Nelson Aims to Touch Hearts and Inspire People with His Touching Story of an Orphan Boy Growing Up in West Texas

Lane Nelson Aims to Touch Hearts and Inspire People with His Touching Story of an Orphan Boy Growing Up in West Texas

Lane Nelson tells readers about life from a different point of view. He takes readers through the eyes of an orphan boy who had to grow fast and who had to find his own place in the world.

Dallas, Texas (PRWEB) April 14, 2007

In Lane Nelson's new book, "Orphan Child," he tells readers about life from a different point of view. He takes readers through the eyes of an orphan boy who had to grow fast and who had to find his own place in the world.

Lane Nelson said he wrote "Orphan Child" to inspire others who think that their lives are in a down spiraling end. His book was written to reach out to those who have been abandoned by loved ones through tragic consequences and for those who are reluctant to write about their lives. "Orphan Child" is available for purchase at www. lulu. com, in a marketplace filled with other unique and wonderful surprises.

"Independent publishing and print-on-demand is the wave of the future, and the future is now," said Lane Nelson. "The Lulu process allows me to cut out the middle man (i. e. a separate publisher) and get my work out there the way I want it. My book is much like Lulu itself -- it puts control of your destiny in your own hands."

Link to Publication: http://www. lulu. com/larrynelson (http://www. lulu. com/larrynelson)
About the Author
Lane Nelson has over 20 years of Healthcare Administration experience, including 10 years in the U. S. Navy, where he served as a hospital corpsmen. He graduated from the University of San Francisco and has a master's degree in healthcare administration. This is his first novel. A second novel is in the works and will soon be published on Lulu.

About Lulu
Founded in 2002, Lulu is the world's fastest-growing print-on-demand marketplace for digital do-it-yourselfers. Please see www. lulu. com for more information.

Military and Veterans Mental Health: State Budget Crises Hurt DoD and VA Need for Partnerships, Warns NAMI Convention

Military and Veterans Mental Health: State Budget Crises Hurt DoD and VA Need for Partnerships, Warns NAMI Convention

Community services must play a key role in helping returning American troops and their families

Arlington, VA (PRWEB) July 7, 2010

American troops returning from Iraq and Afghanistan and other veterans cannot depend solely on the Departments of Defense (DoD) and Veterans Affairs (VA) for mental health care—even though the civilian mental health care system is in crisis, according to the annual convention of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI (http://www. nami. org/)) held this past week.

“The VA and DoD can’t do it alone. We need to rely on community providers,” declared Jon Towers, senior policy advisor on the U. S. Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs at a symposium broadcast live on C-SPAN (http://www. c-span. org/Watch/Media/2010/07/02/HP/A/35082/Panel+Discussion+on+Veterans+and+Military+Mental+Health. aspx).

In the opening speech (http://www. youtube. com/watch? v=1BoMPGUxz1M) at the 2010 NAMI Convention, U. S. Representative Patrick Kennedy warned, “Every day in America, our military veterans are being held behind enemy lines” because of the nation’s “Byzantine mental health system.”

“By changing the mental health system for veterans, we will change it for all of us,” Kennedy said.

“We’re only going to see great progress when the civilian community starts paying attention,” said Tom Tarantino, legislative associate for Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) in the July 2 symposium.

“This shouldn’t be a DoD-VA dialogue, but a national dialogue,” said the Army Surgeon General's special assistant for mental health, Col. Elspeth Cameron Ritchie, M. D., who called for a “needs assessment” in local communities to identify duplications and gaps in efforts.

The 2010 NAMI Convention symposium followed a speech by Pamela Hyde, administrator of the U. S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), who said as many soldiers in the Army are dying from suicide as have died in Iraq.

However, state and local mental health services face massive state budget cuts and long-term lack of investment. In Grading the States (http://www. nami. org/grades), a NAMI report published in 2009 that assessed state mental healthy care systems based on 65 specific criteria, the average grade was only a D.

The 2010 NAMI Convention symposium included Ira Katz, M. D., the VA's, deputy chief patient care services officer and Joy Ilem, deputy national legislative director for Disabled American Veterans.

In a PowerPoint presentation (http://www. nami. org/Content/NavigationMenu/NAMILand/Convention_resources/Congressional_Visit_Leave-behind_Materials. htm) available on the NAMI Web site, Ritchie listed long-term challenges include education, integration of services and increasing the number of providers.

“The mental health of service members depends on the mental health of family members,” Towers said.

More than two million American children have had parents deployed to Iraq or Afghanistan,” Hyde said. “A growing number of families are military-connected. The numbers are huge.”

NAMI has worked with the VA to provide its Family-to-Family Education Program to families of veterans and also maintains an on-line Veterans Resource Center.

About NAMI
NAMI is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMI has over 1100 state and local affiliates that engage in research, education, support and advocacy.
Www. nami. org
Twitter. com/namicommunicate
Facebook. com/officialNAMI

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FasterTomorrow. com to Unveil New Muscle Recovery and Endurance Supplement at the Marine Corps Marathon Expo in October

FasterTomorrow. com to Unveil New Muscle Recovery and Endurance Supplement at the Marine Corps Marathon Expo in October

Faster Tomorrow, a division of Healthy Directions LLC, will be at the Marine Corps Marathon Expo, October 23 - 25, 2008 to give marathon runners free bottles of a new performance and recovery supplement. This new supplement, ARX (Athletic Recovery X-cellerator) is a unique, proprietary blend of all-natural ingredients proven to increase endurance and shorten muscle recovery time.

Potomac, Md. (PRWEB) October 18, 2008

Faster Tomorrow, a division of Healthy Directions LLC, will be at the Marine Corps Marathon (http://www. fastertomorrow. com/c/faster-tomorrow-press-releases. asp) Expo, October 23 - 25, 2008 to give marathon runners free bottles of a new performance and recovery supplement.

This new supplement, ARX (Athletic Recovery X-cellerator) is a unique, proprietary blend of all-natural ingredients proven to increase endurance and shorten muscle recovery (http://www. fastertomorrow. com/c/arx/muscle-recovery-benefits-arx. asp) time.

The results of human clinical studies suggest ARX effectively moves lactic acid out of muscles during endurance athletics such as running and cycling. It is then recycled into glycogen to provide a preferred form of fuel, increasing endurance and stamina and reducing post-exercise recovery. This remarkable muscle recovery supplement can help improve performance and support stronger workouts, whether your focus is marathon training or working up to your local 10K.

"As a longtime runner and avid believer in a healthy lifestyle, I'm always looking for natural ways to train hard and stay healthy, keeping myself and others going strong," said Kevin Donoghue, CEO of Healthy Directions. "The discovery of ARX, and my own experience with it, made it clear that endurance athletes could find real improvement with natural solutions and advanced nutrition. That's how Faster Tomorrow was born."

Two members of the Faster Tomorrow Advisory panel, including sports nutrition and research expert Dr. Robert Wildman, and former Runner's World editor Jane Hahn, will be on hand at the Marine Corps Marathon Expo. Dr. Wildman will also represent Faster Tomorrow in the Expo's Expert Bar on Saturday, October 25 from 9:00 - 11:00 AM. The entire Faster Tomorrow team shares not only a wealth of experience in nutritional science, but a passion for athletic pursuit, from marathon running and triathlons, to 10Ks and competitive cycling and swimming.

Visitors to Fastertomorrow. com can sign up for free training tips and nutritional advice through the Faster Tomorrow e-newsletter, which presents breaking news, exercise and, triathlon training (http://www. fastertomorrow. com/c/triathlon/triathlon-endurance-training. asp) plans, sports nutrition tips and recipes, and other items of interest for endurance athletics and lifelong health.

Healthy Directions, LLC, is America's largest publisher of alternative and complementary health newsletters, and produces a number of online resources that provide authoritative health solutions to consumers. A leading provider of science-based vitamin and nutritional supplement formulas for more than 15 years, Healthy Directions (http://www. healthydirections. com), LLC is a private company based in Potomac, MD.

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Getting Out of the Lethal Stress Trap

Getting Out of the Lethal Stress Trap

Weekend 26th & 27th June: From Los angeles to Chicago, and from Dallas to New York many sufferers of stress, (America's biggest health problem), are finding the root cause of their problems at weekend seminars based on the self-help bestseller Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health by L. Ron Hubbard.

Los Angeles (PRWEB) June 28, 2010

Hubbard Dianetics Foundations from coast-to-coast held another weekend of live self-help seminars on Dianetics, where many have found relief from a long battle with stress at home and at work. Affecting 75% of Americans, stress is perhaps the nations biggest health problem -- a cause for high blood pressure, heart disease, strokes and a trigger for suicide. What was the epidemic of the 80’s is now the pandemic of today affecting just about anyone.

In desperate efforts to understand human stress levels, scientists have started inducing rats with hormones, all while psychiatrists continue to blame it on ‘chemical imbalances in the brain,’ the cause of stress is still widely unknown. Many belief that stress is bound to happen to all of us at some point in our lives, but some sources look to birth, past trauma and painful experiences for an answer.

There are many who have found answers and relief from stress at seminars based on
L. Ron Hubbard’s Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health. The book contains the description of how painful incidents are recorded below one’s conscious level in what is called the Reactive Mind – which later affects the person without him knowing it. The seminar teaches attendees how to put the techniques to use with great success in a single weekend.

Visiting his mother in San Francisco from the South Pacific Island of Noumea in New Caledonia, Patrick O’Flynn a sufferer of stress found relief after putting the procedures contained in Dianetics to practice: “After a day of using Dianetics techniques, I have understood what happened at my birth and why I suffered nightmares as a kid. I do feel a relief after going back to my birth. I also feel resolved to change my work life and not to fall into the daily lethal stress traps that I have lived through.”

Dianetics did not only assist Patrick in overcoming stress it also accounted for other events of sadness and physical injury, as he put it, “the seminar ended with enlightenment and delight -- going back to my birth, has been a very emotional and moving experience for me. It has only amplified the enormous love that I have for my family and erased the initial pain, discomfort, fear and shock of birth. All the other sadness and physical injury that I have experienced seemed to have vanished, the violence and hate that has filled my mind now holds far less power on me and does not interfere with my thoughts.”

Written by L. Ron Hubbard and released on May 9th, 1950 -- Dianetics answers fundamental questions of living: “How can I handle stress, anxiety and unhappiness?” “Why do I do things I can’t explain?” “How can I repair relationships with others?” and provides more than just a “mere explanation” of common problems, but also simple techniques to handle the single source of one’s fears, anxieties and stresses.

More information on Dianetics and the weekly Dianetics Seminars visit www. dianetics. org.

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SheKnows Launches Interactive Online Book Club For Women

SheKnows Launches Interactive Online Book Club For Women

Bi-monthly Book Club features newly released titles and discussion forums with well-known literary bloggers and authors

Los Angeles (Vocus) February 19, 2010

SheKnows (www. sheknows. com)], one of the fastest growing online content and community global destinations for women, is kicking off The SheKnows Book Club (http://www. sheknows. com/articles/813496), a one-stop shop for busy gals who love to read.

Plenty of women read for pleasure, but who has the time for book club meetings these days? The SheKnows Book Club allows readers to not only interact with other readers in the comfort of their own homes, but offers them a forum to chat with the authors, read special thought pieces on intriguing topics and more. The SheKnows Book Club is centered around an online forum that includes articles and discussion threads on the official SheKnows Book Club message board (http://talk. sheknows. com/f1233/), which encourages discussions on hot topics, themes and characters in the books. The Club is moderated by SheKnows editors, as well as 10 renowned literary bloggers who actively participate in the Club’s discussions. In addition, several of the books’ authors will be offering their thoughts and insights on their work and interacting with Club members. SheKnows will also feature content articles on the Web site to accompany interesting and thought provoking topics that occur in the various books.

“SheKnows understands that women are busy, and unwinding with a good book is something many of our visitors really enjoy,” says Alison Bills, managing editor of SheKnows. “It can be hard for women to participate in traditional book clubs at their friends’ homes because of their busy schedules. The SheKnows Book Club offers women and book lovers a convenient online forum where they can interact in engaging discussions in a fun, positive environment – best of all – at their convenience.”
The Club’s first selection, Irene Zutell’s Pieces of Happily Ever After, tells the story of Alice, a woman and mother who had it all until she finds herself smack in the middle of the celebrity gossip world when her husband leaves her for the “Sexiest Woman Alive.” Additional Book Club selections, most of which will be newly-released books, will follow bi-monthly through December, providing readers a range of topics and genres including marriage, divorce and family.

SheKnows will also hold monthly contests (http://www. sheknows. com/contest-form/813518.htm (http://www. sheknows. com/contest-form/813518.htm)) to give away 10-25 copies of the Club’s selected books to registered Book Club members. Readers can also look for the official SheKnows Book Club sticker affixed to the cover of the 2010 selections at their favorite bookstores.

For more information about the SheKnows Book Club and its bi-monthly selections, visit http://www. sheknows. com/articles/813496 (http://www. sheknows. com/articles/813496). There is no cost to participate in the SheKnows Book Club message board; readers can register at http://talk. sheknows. com/f1233/ (http://talk. sheknows. com/f1233/).

About SheKnows. com:
Getting to the heart of what it really means to be a woman, SheKnows (www. sheknows. com) attracts nearly 18 million unique visitors. With editors dedicated to providing daily content for women seeking advice, information and a fresh fun take on life, the site is the authoritative source for women ages 18 to 54. The SheKnows audience gains access to exclusive content on entertainment, parenting, health and wellness, money and career, dating, beauty and style and more, and are offered a stimulating, well-rounded online experience enhanced with a vibrant message board community, free games and activities, and captivating blogs.

As one of the fastest growing destinations on the web, SheKnows is consistently one of the top 10 properties for women, generating over 300 million page views each month. For advertisers, opportunities for sponsorship and creative integration go well beyond the banner and make marketing messages an uninterrupted part of the user experience. The company is based in Los Angeles with offices in New York, Scottsdale and Chicago. SheKnows is part of Atomic Online, a diversified online media company.

About AtomicOnline:
AtomicOnline (www. AtomicOnline. com) is a diversified online media company that develops leading consumer internet brands that connect internet communities. Atomic brands serve as the demographic/psychographic hubs for men at CraveOnline, women at SheKnows and teens at TeenCrunch, and their large collection of affinity sites. Atomic properties are distinguished by their presentation of both broad general and deep niche content, exposing users to subject matter they otherwise would not explore. Unlike distributed media networks that merely aggregate disparate, unrelated websites, Atomic properties are legitimate branded destinations which own and manage most all their sub-properties. Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in Los Angeles with over 50 employees since January 2008.

For More Information:
Whitney Ashley
Public Relations Manager
(310) 449-1890 Ext. 250

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Research and Markets: The Indian Medical Device Market: Challenges & Opportunities

Research and Markets: The Indian Medical Device Market: Challenges & Opportunities

Research and Markets (researchandmarkets. com/reports/c15193) has announced the addition of The Indian Medical Device Market: Challenges & Opportunities to their offering.

(PRWEB) April 7, 2005

Research and Markets (http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/c15193 (http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/c15193)) has announced the addition of The Indian Medical Device Market: Challenges & Opportunities to their offering.

Most observers agree that India is a key market of the future. A country where the sheer number of people, changing patterns of disease and high levels of unmet clinical need will create an environment where the medical device industry can thrive.

But what is the exact nature of opportunity? Who will benefit most? What are the operational and regulatory drivers than are forcing or limiting the pace of change?

With estimates of market value reaching US$1.7 billion in 2010, it pays to have a thoroughly researched, independent and balanced analysis of the Indian market.

That is why The Indian Medical Device Market: Challenges & Opportunities is essential to really understanding the business potential for manufacturers, investors and the service industry. With more than 150 pages, the report provides an information rich and readable analysis, containing all you need for a comprehensive understanding.

India is a market of contrast and opportunity. Consider the following:

-The Indian market for medical equipment and supplies was valued at US$1,260 million in 2004 and is expected to grow strongly. The market remains small, relatively speaking, ranking among the top 20 in the world but with per capita spending of less than US$1.

-Continued investment in the rapidly developing private sector infrastructure, coupled with increased healthcare funding from the government, will see a steady increase in the market for medical equipment and supplies. We estimate the market will continue to grow by an average of 4.7% over the next few years, largely driven by health tourism and the size of the Indian middle classes.

-India has a vast rural population for whom all but basic healthcare provision will remain out of reach for the foreseeable future. There are a number of ongoing World Bank assisted projects that aim to improve the healthcare infrastructure. While there will be some opportunity for foreign manufacturers, the low to mid tech end of the market will be met mainly by the domestic industry.

-The sale of medical devices has yet to be regulated. In 2004 a government advisory body, the Mashelkar Committee, called for the creation of a specific medical devices division within the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation to address the management of the approval, certification and quality assurance of medical devices.

Topics covered in the report include:

-Medical Device Market

-Regulatory Environment

-Distributors

-Domestic Production

-Domestic Producers

-Multinational Activity

-Exports

-Population

-Demographic Indicators

-Mortality

-Morbidity

-Healthcare System: Organisation and Administration

-Health Expenditure

-Hospital Services

-Ambulatory Care

-Medical Personnel

-India in the World

-Directory

For more information visit http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/c15193 (http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/c15193)

Laura Wood

Senior Manager

Research and Markets

Press@researchandmarkets. com

Fax: +353 1 4100 980

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20 MedSpa Professionals Gain Insight into MedSpa Business Turnaround Tactics

20 MedSpa Professionals Gain Insight into MedSpa Business Turnaround Tactics

Francis X. Acunzo, Medical Spa Industry Expert and CEO of Acara Medspa Consulting Group, presented a Webinar this week identifying Acara's top business turnaround tactics. 20 MedSpa Professionals from across the nation joined him for this event.

Branford, CT (Vocus) January 29, 2009

20 Top MedSpa owners, operators and managers this week attended Acara's Webinar "Dial 911 Acara for MedSpa Resuscitation. The highlight of this Webinar was the insight Francis X. Acunzo, Acara's CEO and Industry Expert (http://www. acaramedspas. com/team. html) offered about MedSpa business turnaround.

"Over the past 20 years I have had extensive experience turning around underperforming or failing companies providing me great experience with the tactics necessary to affect change and impact the bottom line of a Medical Spa business," states Francis X. Acunzo, Acara's CEO.

The top 7 turnaround tactics discussed during the webinar were:
1. Cost Reduction
2. Cash Conservation
3. Acquiring New Clients
4. Keeping Existing Clients
5. Implementing a Sales System
6. Hiring Professionals
7. Empowering Your Team

Many of Acara's clients have reaped the benefits of the structure the Acara team brings to the process with the right dose of analysis, planning and implementation of turnaround tactics. "There is no silver bullet when doing a turnaround, it is the consistent implementation of the operational and marketing turnaround tactics identified during our analysis that will resuscitate a business back to health." comments Brenda Palumbo, Acara's VP of Operations.

Mr. Acunzo is available for consultations to discuss how Acara can support MedSpa owners and operators to improve their company performance.

For companies seeking more insight into Acara's expertise and knowledge you can visit their blog www. spabusinessmd. com] which is a business resource for MedSpa owners and operators or attend one of their complimentary Webinars (http://www. acaramedspas. com/events. html).

About Acara Partners:
Acara is the business team for the spa industry offering turnkey solutions to owners, operators, physicians and investors seeking to develop, manage and market their Spa, Medical Spa, Wellness Center, Cosmetic or Aesthetic Practice. Acara is led by industry leader Francis X. Acunzo and his team of expert consultants with over 25 years of spa, med spa and retail healthcare experience. To learn more visit: www. acarapartners. com.

Contact:
Francis X. Acunzo
Acara Partners, LLC
Phone 203.488.0028 x303
Fax 203.481.5364

500 East Main Street
Suite 216
Branford, CT 06405

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Only Longevinex®Exceeds Highest Standards of Quality For Resveratrol Supplements; Consumers Needn't Wait Till 2012 For Approval Of First Resveratrol Drug

Only Longevinex®Exceeds Highest Standards of Quality For Resveratrol Supplements; Consumers Needn't Wait Till 2012 For Approval Of First Resveratrol Drug

Longevinex® capsules exceed recently published Good Manufacturing Practices for Dietary Supplements; is still only resveratrol supplement proven to activate Sirtuin 1 DNA-repair survival gene.

San Dimas, CA (PRWEB) July 18, 2007

Consumers are hearing a lot about resveratrol pills these days and they need not wait till 2012, when resveratrol is scheduled to be approved as a drug.

Longevinex® (long-jev-in-ex) has recently been singled out for publicity in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Men's Health, Women's World, National Public Radio, NBC and CBS News because it is the sole resveratrol (rez-vair-ah-trawl) supplement selected for use by laboratory researchers themselves and has demonstrated ability to activate the Sirtuin 1 DNA-repair survival gene equivalent to research-grade resveratrol.

Still today, three years after the introduction of Longevinex®, no other resveratrol supplement has been shown to activate the Sirtuin 1 gene nor to demonstrate it retains better than 96% of resveratrol over a two-year shelf life.

Resveratrol vulnerable to degradation
Resveratrol is vulnerable to degradation and molecular rearrangement (from trans to cis resveratrol) from exposure to ultraviolet light, heat and oxygen. Special encapsulation procedures are required to prevent this.

Longevinex® parallels the quality of research-grade resveratrol, which is sealed in an opaque, airtight vial that is stored frozen to ensure quality.

Longevinex® resveratrol capsules are sealed in an airtight environment (internal nitrogen bubble) and never exposed to light or heat, similar to the way resveratrol is preserved in a bottle of red wine. (Patent applied for) Wine bottlers know their product turns to vinegar if there is crack in the cork. For centuries wine has been known to have unusual medicinal properties not provided in grape juice. This is because the fermentation of wine extracts resveratrol to a 1000-fold greater concentration than grape juice and then the dark corked bottle, stored in a cool place, preserves its most precious ingredient, resveratrol.

Resveratrol extolled
Resveratrol has been historically extolled by researchers as the molecule that molecularly mimics a low-calorie diet and is responsible for better cardiovascular health among French red wine drinkers (The French Paradox). In animal studies resveratrol has been shown to inhibit an enzyme called fatty acid synthase that converts sugar to fat. "This may be a primary reason why the French are so lean despite their high-calorie diet," says Sardi.

Furthermore, resveratrol remarkably preconditions the heart and brain to prevent injury to tissues in the event of a heart attack or stroke, as demonstrated in animal experiments. Recently researchers found that a low concentration of resveratrol eradicates beta amyloid plaque from the brain of animals. Beta amyloid is believed to be responsible for memory loss in the latter years of life.

Resveratrol is also an enzyme inhibitor. For example, it inhibits monoamine oxidase, an enzyme that causes mental depression; inhibits cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2 inhibitor), an enzyme involved in inflammation; and inhibits telomerase, the enzyme responsible for shortening the end caps (telomeres) of chromosomes.

Resveratrol also stifles the spread of disease by its ability to inhibit adhesion of bacteria, blood clots and tumor cells to the wall of blood vessels, as demonstrated in laboratory experiments.

Dietary supplement quality
Dietary supplements are of notorious sub-standard quality with experts claiming one in four products are mislabeled and may not even contain the ingredients listed on the label. The problem is more marked in resveratrol supplements. "Longevinex submitted 17 brands of resveratrol supplements for independent lab testing which revealed many brands provided no resveratrol whatsoever and others far less than the label indicated," says Bill Sardi, president of Longevinex.
Longevinex® exceeds newly issued Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) for dietary supplements. Since the contents in Longevinex capsules are suspended in rice bran oil, which acts as a preservative for polyphenols like resveratrol and quercetin, its liquid contents must be placed in a sealed capsule.

While GMPs only call for testing of raw materials, Longevinex goes one step further and tests finished goods and does not rely upon test data provided by raw material suppliers in foreign countries. "The raw materials used in Longevinex capsules are quarantined for days to test for contamination, pesticides and heavy metals, prior to production, and then once encapsulated, are re-quarantined and re-tested for contamination and the presence of trans resveratrol," says Sardi.

Longevinex employs three antioxidants
Longevinex® provides three powerful mineral-chelating antioxidants in its formula (resveratrol, quercetin and IP6 rice bran), comparable to the three antioxidants in red wine (resveratrol, quercetin, catechin). IP6 rice bran was chosen as a substitute for catechin because it is a stronger antioxidant, uniquely reduces oxygen-induced free radical formation by lowering the oxygen-carrying potential of red blood cells, and blocks crystallization of calcium in the body, says Sardi.

Subjective responses
Subjectively, many Longevinex users claim this supplement has given them greater stamina, improved circulation (Viagra-like effects), more youthful-looking skin, better mental clarity and some even report their grey hair has turned dark again. (These subjective responses cannot be said to occur among all users.)

Longevinex® has been carefully formulated around a central theory of aging which is explained at the www. longevinex. com website.

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