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&quot;New Year, Become New and Improved with Amerejuve&quot

"New Year, Become New and Improved with Amerejuve"

Ring in the New Year with a new and improved self. As the hustle and bustle of the holidays dwindle down, it’s time to focus on yourself with some pampering as the new year begins.

Houston, TX (PRWEB) January 6, 2011

Face the New Year at Amerejuve, Houston’s premier med spa. At Amerejuve, various rejuvenation and revitalization treatments are available to resurface underlying beauty.

Amerejuve Medical Spa is proud to offer personalized results, driven to restore and rebalance your mind, body with life changing rejuvenation services.

Whether it’s laser hair removal or medical weight loss that needs to be resolved, Amerejuve has a specialized team of health care professionals that can conquer those requests. At Amerejuve, unwanted hair can become a thing of the past with the latest and greatest laser hair removal techniques.

As the New Year arrives get rid of the excess weight that's been carried around, with Amerejuve's life changing solution... Red Circle.

Red Circle is a unique, personalized weight management program tailored to an individual’s metabolism and cardiometabolic profile. The program uses a state-of-the-art, FDA-approved metabolism assessment device, a vascular function test and advanced blood lipid analysis to complete a comprehensive assessment before designing a personalized weight management program for you.

As the New Year begins, begin putting yourself first and let Amerejuve’s rejuvenation specialists handle the work while undergoing the latest age-fighting services and programs.

About Amerejuve Medspa

Amerejuve offers Houston and the surrounding communities a vast array of esthetic services ranging from cosmetic facial rejuvenation to FDA-approved laser hair removal. The company was founded in 2008 as the precursor of American Rejuvenation Centers. Amerejuve is dedicated to bringing the kind of cosmetic services that were only available to “Hollywood Stars” to the mainstream. The focus of Amerejuve is non-surgical treatments for cosmetic and skin rejuvenation. Exciting new services are constantly being added. In 2010, Amerejuve will be introducing Red Circle™, our exclusive, metabolism-based, personalized weight management program. For more information on Amerejuve please visit http://www. amerejuve. com or call 713-960-6262

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HCG Diet Direct 20% Discount Code to Encourage Holiday Dieters

HCG Diet Direct offers a 20% off discount code to celebrate the holidays! And encourage dieters to stick to their diet and eat well during the season.

Phoenix, AZ (Vocus) November 17, 2009

HCG Diet Direct (http://www. hcgdietdirect. com/hcg-diet-news/hcg-diet-code. html) offers a rare 20% discount code to encourage holiday dieters. The holiday season can be tough on dieters and anyone trying to maintain good eating habits for that matter. But this holiday season can be different.

"Dieters have to try a lot harder during the holidays. Every party, every gathering, is centered around food and it can be hard to make healthy choices and actually lose weight during the holidays," says Jenny Boynton of HCG Diet Direct. "But if you know you need to lose weight, don't let the holiday season derail your good intentions. It is as good of time as any to start losing that weight. Showing off your new shape at those holiday parties is a great confidence builder," says Boynton.

To take advantage of this 20% holiday discount on HCG Diet Direct purchases buyers just enter the coupon code during checkout: HCGHolidays20%.

The 26-30 Day HCG Diet (https://www. hcgdietdirect. com/secured/products/26-30-DAY-HCG-DIET-SAVINGS-KIT-.html) Savings Kit comes with detailed instructions, a 26-30 day supply of homeopathic HCG, B vitamin supplement, and the essential HCG Diet Direct Recipe Guide.

To get further information on HCG Diet Direct or the HCG Diet get in touch with Jenny Boynton at info(at)HcgDietDirect. com or by phone at: 1-602-916-0002. Or you can visit HCG Diet Direct at their website at www. hcgdietdirect. com.

Contact: Jenny Boynton

Company: HCG Diet Direct

Www. hcgdietdirect. com

Phone 1-602-916-0002

Email: info(at)HcgDietDirect. com

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Ayhan’s Introduces “NO COOK DIET” Recipes&#169; to Make the Mediterranean Diet Fast and Fun

Ayhan’s Introduces “NO COOK DIET” Recipes© to Make the Mediterranean Diet Fast and Fun

Ayhan’s Mediterranean restaurant recipes are portion controlled for weight loss and analyzed for nutritional content by Debra Grossano, a well-known New York dietitian.

Port Washington, NY (PRWEB) July 28, 2006

Ayhan's Mediterranean Menu Plans® has taken the lead in innovative diet programs with the introduction of the new “NO COOK “Diet Recipes© available at AyhansMarketplace. com (http://www. ayhansmarketplace. com/diet/nocook. aspx? cid=PR-ayhan-july-06-NoCook1). “These free recipes are designed to introduce everyone to the healthy Mediterranean Diet,’ stated Ayhan, ’and we hope that people will see that they can lose weight with fast and delicious meals and without complications. The South Beach® diet is partially adapted from The Mediterranean Diet. Our recipes are authentic and are based on my 35 years of serving real Mediterranean recipes to many thousands of guests."

Ayhan, the founder of the Ayhan’s Mediterranean Menu Plans®, came from Cyprus in 1972 and operates the leading Mediterranean restaurant group in New York. The Mediterranean Diet has been hailed as “the healthiest diet ever,” and studies have shown it to be more effective and long lasting than low fat diets or low carb diets. Ayhan’s Mediterranean restaurant recipes are portion controlled for weight loss and analyzed for nutritional content by Debra Grossano, a well-known New York dietitian.

Ayhan’s Menu Plans® and the South Beach Diet© have many similarities. Both have restaurant quality recipes, highlight healthy fats, are available online and provide access to a nutritionist. However, Ayhan’s Mediterranean Diet has several important advantages (http://www. ayhansmarketplace. com/diet/ayhansvssouthbeach. aspx? cid=PR-ayhan-July-06-SB) over the South Beach Diet©:

Ayhan’s Mediterranean Menu Plans® has no phases that require the body to adapt to artificial restrictions. Ayhan’s diet is designed to provide balanced nutrition from Day 1 and does not deprive the body of essential nutrients just to reach short-term weight loss goals. Notably, The South Beach Diet phase 1 is basically a low carb program and does not allow certain fruits and vegetables, such as, carrots, banana, and watermelon. This unbalanced approach deprives dieters from valuable sources of nutrition and can disturb body equilibrium. Moreover, Ayhan’s diet is high in fiber, while the South Beach Diet © restricts fiber intake during the initial phase.

Ayhan’s Mediterranean Menu Plans® includes enjoying wine while the South Beach Diet© restricts alcohol during its first phase.

Ayhan’s provides the convenience of being able to order all-natural diet food online at ayhansmarketplace. com (http://www. ayhansmarketplace. com? cid=PR-ayhan-July-06-homepage) and having it delivered.

Ayhan’s recipes are easy and many take only 5 minutes to prepare, while the South Beach Diet © recipes can be complex and time consuming.

The proven health benefits of the Mediterranean diet have been studied over many years (http://www. ayhansmarketplace. com/diet/health. aspx? cid=PR-ayhan-july-06-health). They have shown marked effects in increasing longevity and limiting the risk of many debilitating diseases. The Mediterranean Diet has been shown to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s, ALS, Breast Cancer, Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and many other illnesses. Ayhan’s Mediterranean Menu Plans® provides a weight loss plan based on authentic Mediterranean cuisine. The South Beach Diet© is a recent adaptation that includes phases that are alien from the Mediterranean way of eating and have no clinical studies to support health claims.

Ayhan’s Mediterranean Menu Plans® also provides a healthy “Anti-Aging “lifestyle plan that helps control weight and maintain energy after the weight loss goal has been reached.

About Ayhan: Ayhan operates the leading Mediterranean restaurant group in New York and developed the award winning recipes presented at amdiets. com (http://www. ayhansmarketplace. com/diet/nocook. aspx? cid=PR-ayhan-july-06-NoCook2).

About Debra Grossano: Debra is a well-known nutritionist with a private practice in Manhattan.

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Arnold & Itkin LLP Files Lawsuit On Behalf Of Maritime Worker Injured in Deepwater Horizon Oil Rig Explosion

Houston law firm says lawsuit sends strong message that health and safety of offshore workers must be safeguarded by employers.

Houston, Texas (PRWEB) May 5, 2010

Arnold & Itkin LLP has filed a lawsuit against Transocean Deepwater Drilling, Inc. and BP on behalf of an offshore worker injured in the explosion of the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig.

The lawsuit filed in Galveston County Court in Texas on April 29 (Case # 62,738, Joshua Kritzer v. Transocean et al) alleges that seaman Joshua Kritzer suffered serious injuries when he was thrown 25 to 30 feet down a hall and knocked unconscious during the April 20 explosion of the Deepwater Horizon.

After regaining consciousness and frantically removing debris that had fallen on him, Kritzer escaped the burning rig by climbing over a collapsed wall to a life raft, the lawsuit alleges.

The lawsuit asserts a Jones Act claim alleging the Deepwater Horizon was unseaworthy and the defendants were grossly negligent in operating the vessel with inadequate crew, failing to maintain it and failing to properly supervise the crew.

The Jones Act is a federal law that gives injured seamen the legal right to sue maritime employers in cases of negligence and unseaworthiness.

“This lawsuit sends a strong message that the health and safety of offshore workers must be safeguarded by employers,” said Kurt Arnold (http://www. arnolditkin. com/attorney-profiles/kurt-arnold-lawyer. php), a partner in Arnold & Itkin LLP (http://www. jones-act-maritime-lawyer. com/index. php), who filed the lawsuit.

Kritzer was among more than a dozen crew members injured in the explosion. Eleven crew died in the blast before the massive oil rig eventually sank into the Gulf of Mexico. The Deepwater Horizon was owned by Transocean, a Swiss company, and leased to BP, which was drilling about 50 miles off the coast of Louisiana.

As a result of the explosion, Kritzer, a resident of Louisiana, sustained a closed head injury along with injuries to his ankle and hip, resulting in physical pain and mental anguish, the lawsuit alleges. The lawsuit demands the defendants pay Kritzer’s past and future medical expenses and support under the general maritime law benefits of maintenance and cure. It also alleges he has sustained a loss of future earning capacity.

“We take very seriously the legal rights afforded maritime workers under the Jones Act and the principles of general maritime law,” said Jason Itkin (http://www. arnolditkin. com/attorney-profiles/houston-attorney-jason-itkin. php), a partner in Arnold & Itkin, which concentrates on maritime and admiralty law. “We want to make sure employers respect and adhere to those rights.”

In addition to Transocean, the lawsuit names as defendants BP Exploration and Production, Inc., BP, PLLC; BP Products North America Inc., and BP Corporation North America Inc.

About Arnold & Itkin LLP

The lawyers at Arnold & Itkin LLP, a personal injury law firm based in Houston, Texas, understand the complexities and legalities of maritime law (http://gulfcoastmaritime. com/) and have a successful track record of verdicts and settlements in favor of maritime workers. The firm provides legal guidance on all aspects of maritime law and the benefits offshore workers are entitled to under the Jones Act (http://www. jones-act-maritime-lawyer. com/jones-act/jones-act-help. php), the Death on the High Seas Act, the principle of maintenance and cure, or the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act.

The firm handles maritime claims at port cities along the Gulf Coast in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. The firm can be contacted toll free at (866) 222-2606 or online through the firm's website (http://www. jones-act-maritime-lawyer. com/index. php).

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DVDs On Mental Health, School Success, and Recovery

For the first time, Stepping Stones, has introduced and made available DVDs of its workshops, seminars, and dialogues on its website. They include It's All About the Energey, Releasing the Learning Potential of Students with Emotional Challenges, The Journey Through Mental Illness, Our Road to Recovery, and My Gift to Others.

Eastlake, OH (PRWEB) September 25, 2006

Susan Mikolic, R. N., President of Stepping Stones, has announced that for the first time several of the Stepping Stones' mental health and educational seminars and workshops are now available in DVD format and can be ordered on line at www. steppingstonesmentalhealth. com.

Stepping Stones is a consulting firm that specializes in releasing the learning potential of children with emotional challenges, helping them succeed academically and in life. Workshops teach educators, social workers, case workers, advocates, and family members how to understand children with emotional problems and how they can be supported in school in order to succeed and graduate.

The following DVDs are now available:

§ It’s All About the Energy: School Success for Children with Emotional Challenges

Presents the core concepts that underpin a successful school plan for a child with emotional challenges.

§ Releasing the Learning Potential of Students with Emotional Challenges

Focuses on how to build a strategy to support the academic success of children with emotional disturbances.

§ The Journey Through Mental Illness: An Open Dialogue

Susan Mikolic, R. N. and son, Matt, openly answer questions from the audience on the experience of mental illness.

§ Our Road to Recovery

Learn how to recognize your "red light" stress zones and keep yourself at the "green level" of life where you are at peace and calm. Susan will share 10 strategies that helped her family not just cope but achieve wellness and live life to its fullest.

§ My Gift to Others: What I’ve Learned from Mental Illness

In this informal interview with Matt Mikolic, 18. You will hear him tell you about his feelings of depression, suicide, isolation and his difficulties in school and at home.

By educators learning how to set up specific teaching curriculum strategies and techniques, students are less likely to miss school due to increasing illness brought on by stress. When school staff understands the child’s illness and can assist in keeping the stress in the child’s life to a minimum, the severity of the child’s illness can be best managed, the child can attend school regularly, experience success, gain self-confidence, learn, and graduate!

Mikolic, who is a mother of two boys diagnosed with bipolar disorder, has travelled the journey and seen them succeed. Mikolic currently serves on the Ohio Department of Education’s State Advisory Panel for Exceptional Children (SAPEC), a federally mandated advisory body to the Ohio Department of Education. She is active in many organizations and has spoken to groups such as the Ohio Department of Health, American School Health Association, John Carroll University, and many more.

Mikolic has served on the Ohio Department of Education’s Positive Behavior Support Advisory Committee. Her impressive background includes Co-chair, Ohio Department of Mental Health Strategic School Success task force; Member, Steering Committee of "Mental Health, Schools, and Families Working Toward a Shared Agenda," and President of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, Lake County.

Mikolic's impressive background includes Co-chair, Ohio Department of Mental Health Strategic School Success task force, Member, Steering Committee of "Mental Health, Schools, and Families Working Toward a Shared Agenda," and President of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, Lake County. She continues to be active in many organizations and has spoken to groups such as the Ohio Department of Health, American School Health Association, John Carroll University, and many more.

For more information, contact Susan Mikolic at 216/513-6098.

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Rocky Mountain Health Network Selects Plexis Healthcare Systems Solution

Rocky Mountain Health Network (RMHN), a physician hospital organization headquartered in Billings, Montana selected Plexis Claims Manager and its QuickBooks Interface to automate business management functions, and EDIWorks to provide an electronic data interchange (EDI) solution.

Ashland, OR (PRWEB) July 20, 2007

Established in 1991, Rocky Mountain Health Network helps healthcare providers work more effectively. Plexis Claims Manager and EDIWorks were chosen to support the administration of a new line of business.

"After review of several software options, Plexis was selected as it is able to offer the flexibility that will match with future business needs of Rocky Mountain Health Network" said Clay Fosjord, Rocky Mountain Health Network's Director of Operations.

"We are very pleased to welcome the Rocky Mountain Health Network to the Plexis family of clients," said Jorge Yant, Plexis CEO and President. "Plexis offered the system architecture and spirit of partnership that was perfectly aligned with RMHN's mission to improve the quality of healthcare by helping providers and facilities become more cost-effective and cost-efficient.," said Yant.

About Plexis Healthcare Systems, Inc.

Plexis Healthcare Systems is a leading payer solution and claims processing technology company based in Ashland, Oregon. Founded in 1996, Plexis software and services have grown from our extensive engagements with clients. In 2006, Plexis was named one of the "Top 100 Healthcare IT Companies" by Healthcare Informatics magazine. Plexis family of core software products includes Plexis LCS for small and medium size third party administrators and self-funded groups; Plexis Claims Manager for mid-size healthcare organizations; and Plexis Quantum Choice for large healthcare organizations. Plexis' solutions enable health plans, TPAs and provider groups to reduce costs, automate claims payment and medical case management requirements, enhance customer satisfaction and expand market share. For more information, please call toll free (877) 475-3947 or visit http://www. plexisweb. com.

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Quantum Receives National Tibbetts Award from Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program

Quantum Simulations, Inc., a developer of artificial intelligence (AI) tutoring and assessment software, was recently awarded the national Tibbetts Award, the highest recognition given by the federal government to small businesses for research.

Murrysville, PA (PRWEB) September 15, 2006

Quantum is one of two companies from Pennsylvania to win this prestigious award which recognizes exceptional small business achievement in the areas of leading-edge research, technological innovation and economic impact. Only 55 companies received this award across the country out of more than 4,000 companies that participate in the SBIR program each year.

SBIR is a federally-funded competitive grant and contract program involving several agencies including the U. S. Department of Education, National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, Department of Labor, Department of Defense and many others. To date, Quantum has received 17 awards totaling $6 million, an impressive track record given that the proposal award rate is typically less than 10 percent.

“The founders and employees of Quantum are honored to be a recipient of the Tibbetts Award,” states Rebecca Renshaw, Co-founder and Executive Vice President at Quantum. “The SBIR program is extremely competitive and includes many outstanding companies. Through the support and funding of the SBIR program, Quantum continues to create and deliver new generation artificial intelligence tutoring and assessment technologies that are truly making a difference in education.”

As a direct result of SBIR funding, Quantum has developed and distributed artificial intelligence Tutors for science and mathematics education and continues to expand its educational software offerings to include more mathematics and new business subjects for K-12, higher education and adult learning.

The 2006 Tibbetts Awards Ceremony and Congressional Reception will be held on Tuesday, September 26, 2006 in Washington, DC. For event details and a complete listing of winners, please visit www. tibbettsawards. org.

ABOUT QUANTUM

Quantum Simulations, Inc. develops artificial intelligence (AI) tutoring, assessment and professional development software that empowers teachers and inspires students from middle school through college to improve their knowledge and appreciation for learning. Teacher tested and approved by educators across the United States, Quantum's AI software is proven in research studies to improve comprehension, problem solving skills and test scores by as much as 50%. Quantum's intelligent tutoring engines are integrated with existing web-based learning products, providing a strong competitive edge for distributing partners. A "technology think tank," Quantum is funded and supported by the U. S. Department of Education, the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health. For more information, visit www. quantumsimulations. com.

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Aging Answers: Secrets to Successful Long-Term Care Planning, Caregiving, and Crisis Management

Long-Term Care Expert and Registered Nurse Valerie VanBooven helps active seniors and baby-boomers find the answers to all of those long-term care questions! Her latest book, "Aging Answers", provides up-to-date, easy, efficient, and stress free advice on topics related to caregiving, crisis management, and planning ahead for our own long-term care needs.

(PRWEB) August 25, 2003

As elder care replaces child care as the number one issue facing baby-boomers, AGING ANSWERS is one book you need to take back control of your life, plan ahead, and provide excellent care for your aging loved ones, when they need you the most.

When You Still Have Time to Plan Ahead:

Choosing the right pre-planning strategy for your own long-term care needs is essential as our population ages.

Secret #1: Understand What Long-Term Care REALLY means!

Secret #2: Learn Why Traditional Health Insurance Plans Do NOT Cover the Cost of Long-Term Care.

Secret #3: Relying on the Government (Medicaid) for Assistance is NOT a Good Idea.

Secret #4: Learn What All of the Options Are When Planning Ahead. Traditional Long-Term Care Insurance is an Option, But There Are Many Others to Consider!

Secret #5: Learn Why Having the RIGHT Legal Documentation in Order is Essential.

When There Is No Time to Plan Ahead: Knowing how to effectively care for your aging parent or loved one saves time, energy, and money.

Secret #1: You Can Sometimes Stop the Financial Loss Due to Medicaid Â“Spend-DownÂ”.

Secret #2: Caring for the Caregiver is Mandatory!

Secret #3: Learn How to Keep an Aging Parent or Spouse at Home, By Knowing What Questions to Ask.

Secret #4: Alternative Living Arrangements Can Be a Positive Experience.

Secret #5: Learn About Geriatric Care Managers, and Why Their Services are Invaluable!

Secret #6: You Are Not Alone! Read Questions, Answers, and Stories From Other Caregivers.

Plus, Use the Â“AGING ANSWERS ROLODEXÂ” to Find Services and Organizations in Your Area!

About the Author

Long-Term Care Expert Valerie VanBooven RN, BSN, CMC is a professional geriatric care manager, licensed life and health agent, and professional speaker. ValerieÂ’s writings and speaking services have offered hope to thousands of families and consumers across the country who are faced with making decisions about long-term care planning, and caregiving.

Valerie is the President of Senior Care Solutions, Inc. located in St. Louis, Missouri.

You can find her on the web at www. theltcexpert. com.

Celebrate Easter Weekend with The Abbey Resort

Fun-Filled Weekend to Feature Egg Toss, Pictures with the Easter Bunny, Easter Egg Coloring, Easter Brunch, Special Accommodations and more! Fontana, Wis. (March 20, 2006) Fun for the whole family, The Abbey Resort—a 334-room vacation destination located on beautiful Geneva Lake in scenic Fontana, Wis.—invites moms, dads, kids and grandparents to celebrate a bunny-ful Easter weekend Friday, April 14 through Sunday April 16. Two accommodations packages include the Easter Scavenger Package Challenge and the Easter Saturday Package, which feature games, activities, contests, prizes, Easter Basket delivery and more! And don’t miss Easter Day, Sunday, April 16, at The Abbey Resort. Pictures with the Easter Bunny, the annual Abbey Easter Egg Hunt starting at 9 a. m., The Abbey’s extravagant Easter Brunch at 10 a. m….hop to it!

Fontana, WI (PRWEB) April 9, 2006

A Fun-Filled Weekend to Feature Egg Toss, Pictures with the Easter Bunny, Easter Egg Coloring, Easter Brunch, Special Accommodations and more! Fontana, Wis. (March 20, 2006). Fun for the whole family, The Abbey Resort—a 334-room vacation destination located on beautiful Geneva Lake in scenic Fontana, Wis.—invites moms, dads, kids and grandparents to celebrate a bunny-ful Easter weekend Friday, April 14 through Sunday April 16.

Two accommodations packages include the Easter Scavenger Package Challenge and the Easter Saturday Package, which feature games, activities, contests, prizes, Easter Basket delivery and more! And don’t miss Easter Day, Sunday, April 16, at The Abbey Resort. Pictures with the Easter Bunny, the annual Abbey Easter Egg Hunt starting at 9 a. m., The Abbey’s extravagant Easter Brunch at 10 a. m….hop to it!

Easter scavenger package challenge

A fun-filled weekend for the active family, this package begins on arrival with The Abbey’s Activity Director to schedule a variety of games, crafts and contests, including: a family bike ride; Easter egg coloring; Easter crafts; egg toss; a family tour of the Yerkes Observatory; and other Easter-themed activities. Throughout the weekend, points will be earned for each activity with winners announced Sunday (winners will receive a complimentary future stay).

Saturday night, enjoy free movies and popcorn in the Academy, then hop back to the room for a special delivery of treats and pre-ordered Easter Baskets by the Abbey Easter Bunny.* Sunday morning, enjoy The Abbey Easter Egg Hunt, pictures with the Easter Bunny and Easter Brunch - separate reservations required.

The Easter Scavenger Package Challenge is available for $365 per night, including taxes and resort fees. EASTER SATURDAY PACKAGEPerfect for the family who wants a quick weekend getaway, The Abbey’s Easter Saturday Package begins with a one-sight stay in a luxury Abbey Resort guestroom. Take advantage of The Abbey’s Easter activities occurring throughout the resort. Saturday night, enjoy free movies and popcorn in the Academy then cozy up for a special Easter treat or Easter Basket delivery from the Easter Bunny*. In the morning, gear up for The Abbey’s annual Easter Hunt at 9 a. m.!

The Abbey’s Easter Saturday Night Package is available for $199 per night, including taxes and resort fees.

Easter brunch

On Sunday, April 16, The Abbey’s Easter Brunch located in the Fontana Grill will feature a delicious bountiful international-style brunch with a traditional flavor from 10 a. m. to 2:30 p. m. Goodies include: freshly baked goods; stations for seafood, delicacies, hand-carved meats; made-to-order crepes, omelets and salads; a champagne and cheese bar; a yummy buffet just for kids and more!

Easter Brunch is available for $29.95 for adults, $12.95 for children ages 3 to 12, and children 3 and under eat free.

The new 334-room Abbey Resort boasts high-class accommodations, with guestrooms featuring a sophisticated yet charming lake-cottage design with: vaulted ceilings; custom wood furnishings; luxury marble bathrooms with custom granite countertops; pillow-topped mattresses with custom linens; a wall-mounted flat-screen L. C.D. TV; an outdoor patio or balcony; high-speed Internet; cordless phones; in-room movies and music; refrigerator; microwave; in-room safe; coffee/tea maker; CD clock radio; iron and ironing board.

Guests are invited to indulge in the finest cuisine with Porto, a 120-seat seaside villa-inspired eatery located in the historic A-frame featuring elegant cuisine that combines flavors of Northern Italy, Southern France, Spain and Greece. The 100-seat The Waterfront Café, the only lakeside dining on Geneva Lake, offers seasonal indoor and outdoor casual dining and tropical bar overlooking the marina. The Abbey also features the intimate cocktail lounge The Helm with marina views, the sophisticated Steamers cigar bar, Harbor Sweets ice cream parlor and confectionary, the Café Latté coffee shop and espresso bar featuring Starbucks® products, the outdoor Gazebo Grill for seasonal concessions and The Wreck Room for pizza and snacks.

The 35,000-square-foot Fontana Spa offers guests a variety of first-class experiences, including: seven specialized massage techniques; seaweed and herbal wraps; facials; full-service salon; an aromatherapy room; aerobic and adult-only lap pool; exercise and aerobics studios; whirlpools; and a relaxing sitting area with fireplace.

The only resort located on the shores of Geneva Lake, The Abbey Resort also features: 40,000 square feet of meeting and event space; a health club; a family-orientated aquatic center; Fontana Beach; tennis courts; winding nature paths; and much more. Set amid the scenic woods, The Abbey Resort also embraces the water’s edge with a 407-slip marina, the only protected marina and yacht harbor on the lake.

About Abbey Group Resorts

In addition to The Abbey Resort, Abbey Group Resorts, based in Oak Brook, Ill., owns and manages Wisconsin’s Interlaken Resort & Country Spa and Inns of Geneva National and Holiday Inn Willowbrook, Ill. For reservations and information regarding The Abbey Resort, please call 1-800-772-1000 or visit:

Www. theabbeyresort. com

*Easter Baskets for delivery are available for $15 per basket.

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Machinists Express Serious Safety Concerns at House Aviation Hearing

IAM Transportation Vice President Robert Roach, Jr. called for "more, not less" government oversight of the airline industry as carriers compete aggressively to reduce costs.

Washington, D. C. (PRWEB) March 22, 2007

International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) General Vice President Robert Roach, Jr. today testified before the Aviation Sub-Committee of the U. S. House of Representatives' Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on the subject of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) operational and safety programs.

"Since 9-11, airline workers have sacrificed their wages, pensions, work rules and thousands of jobs in order to rescue the airline industry," said Roach. "Industry conditions have imposed great burdens on workers as carriers compete to reduce costs. Such an extraordinary focus on the bottom line demands more, not less, government oversight."

Roach urged the Committee to resolve jurisdictional conflicts between the National Mediation Board and the National Labor Relations Board; address Flight Attendant fatigue and self-defense training issues and correct lax enforcement of workplace health and safety regulations. Roach also called for improved oversight of overseas aircraft repair stations and urged lawmakers to reject proposals to allow increased foreign ownership and control of U. S. airlines.

The IAM is the largest airline union in North America, representing more than 100,000 airline employees in almost every classification, including Flight Attendant, Mechanic & Related, Fleet Service, Customer Service and Reservation Agents. The IAM's complete testimony is available at www. goiam. org.

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FlowSense awarded contract to supply laboratory equipment to Kenya

FlowSense announced today that its environmental & health services team has been awarded a contract from the Centers for Disease Controls and Prevention (CDC) to provide a hematology analyzer destined for Nairobi, Kenya.

Maple Grove, MN (PRWEB) August 30, 2005

The award specified a complete hematology analysis system with installation to be completed in Nairobi, Kenya, along with one year of technical support. "This contract is especially meaningful considering that FlowSense's mission statement has always been to help create a safer and healthier environment for the global community," stated FlowSense president Paul Smallwood. "Given the great risk of HIV and AIDS in Kenya, this opportunity to help prevent the spread of these diseases and support CDC is most satisfying both personally and professionally," said Smallwood.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is one of the 13 major operating components of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the principal agency in the United States government responsible for protecting the health and safety of all Americans and for providing essential human services, especially for those people who are least able to help themselves.

FlowSense LLC is an award-winning veteran owned small business (VOSB) and 8(a)/SDB certified company providing integrated technical solutions in environmental protection systems (air, water, and public health), security technology (biometric access control to address bioterrorism deterrence), and industrial solutions (facilities contracting). FlowSense products and services include engineering, project management, and procurement serving diverse industries including private and public sectors, military, defense, and government agencies.

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Northampton Citizens Appeal Adult Store Approval in Land Court

Michael A. Kirby and Lucille J. Stone, long-time residents of Northampton, have appealed the approval of plans to build a Capital Video store just steps from their home. Capital Video, which operates a large national chain of adult stores, plans to sell hard-core pornographic magazines and videos. The appeal, filed on January 8 with the Massachusetts Land Court, asks the court to require Capital Video to prepare plans that conform to Northampton's Zoning Ordinance and address the concerns of the community.

Northampton, MA (PRWEB) January 11, 2007

Michael A. Kirby and Lucille J. Stone, long-time residents of Northampton, have appealed the Northampton Planning Board's approval of Capital Video's plans to build an adult retail store at 135 King Street in Northampton. Capital Video, based in Cranston, RI, is a large national chain of adult stores owned by Kenneth Guarino. The appeal was filed with the Massachusetts Land Court on January 8, 2007. The case number is 07MISC336907. The named defendants are the members of the Planning Board and Capital Video.

Northampton (population 29,000) is the home of Smith College, the nation's largest liberal arts college for women. The city is famous for its pedestrian-friendly historic downtown, which is located less than half a mile from the proposed adult store.

Kirby and Stone live within 300 feet of 135 King Street. The front of the adult store will be plainly visible from the front porch of their home, which they have lived in for 25 years.

The goal of the couple's appeal is not to prevent any kind of adult store from opening at 135 King, but for Capital Video to prepare a site plan that conforms to Northampton's Zoning Ordinance and addresses the concerns of the community. Among other things, Northampton's Zoning Ordinance forbids signs that depict sexual conduct or sexual excitement.

Immediately after the Planning Board rendered its 4-3 approval of Capital Video's plans on December 14, dissenting board member Kenneth Jodrie called Capital Video's submission "one of the poorest I've seen in a long time, both in terms of the quality of the drawings and making no effort to meet the requirements of what the town has been talking about for the last three months."

To keep costs reasonable, Kirby and Stone have filed their appeal pro se. They have not engaged a lawyer to represent them at this time, nor is NoPornNorthampton formally involved with their appeal. NoPornNorthampton is a group of Northampton citizens who organized in mid-2006 to raise awareness about porn and who have been critical of Capital Video's efforts to locate a hard-core pornography shop in the midst of homes, churches, counseling centers and a school of dance.

On December 20, NoPornNorthampton issued an open letter to Capital Video attorney Michael Pill, inviting him to dialogue with the community about the deficiencies in Capital Video's plans. These deficiencies include adherence to a non-qualifying "Victoria's Secret standard" for signage, failure to demonstrate safe pedestrian and vehicular flows in and around the site, and failure to address public health and safety issues around the site. Other Capital Video stores, for example, have experienced problems with hazardous trash, such as that seen in Kittery, ME (http://nopornnorthampton. org/2006/07/02/what-kittery-found-at-the-porn-shop. aspx) and Meriden, CT (http://nopornnorthampton. org/2006/07/17/what-lies-behind-capital-videos-meriden-porn-shop. aspx).

Issues with Capital Video's plans that are debatable, such as whether to fence off their parking lot from a bike trail that will run behind it, should receive input from professionals such as the Northampton police.

Despite Capital Video's posture of openness at their December 14 Planning Board hearing and in an earlier letter to city officials, no response has been received to date to NoPornNorthampton's letter. Kirby and Stone acted to stand up for the quality of their neighborhood and filed their appeal before the close of the 20-day appeal period.

It is hoped that Capital Video will now devote their energies to improve their site plan and "provide a comfortable environment to all" (their stated goal) rather than attempt to exhaust and outspend the community with legal machinations.

To learn more about the appeal and follow this developing story, please see NoPornNorthampton. org (http://www. nopornnorthampton. org).

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A Recent Study Highlighted these Benefits and the Policy Store and Unicare Health and Life Insurance Want You to Know the Results a Happy Marriage Can Bring

A Recent Study Highlighted these Benefits and the Policy Store and Unicare Health and Life Insurance Want You to Know the Results a Happy Marriage Can Bring.

It is a fact that Happy and Highly Satisfying Marriages show a significant health advantage when compared with unhappy marriages, which includes lower levels of biological and lifestyle cardiovascular risk factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol levels, body mass index, and lower levels of psychosocial cardiovascular risk factors such as depression, anxiety, and anger.

(PRWEB) December 23, 2004

Researchers Wendy Troxel and psychologist Karen Matthews, at the University of Pittsburgh found that a happy marriage might help protect women from strokes and heart attacks. Marriage can also add health benefits by providing social support and making health-promoting behaviors easier to accomplish.

National Center for Health Statistics study now shows that 85% of Americans still get married despite the odds that show the current divorce rate at 50% . NCHS finds that Americans value a happy marriage and family above all else. If given the proper time, effort, and commitment, your marriage can be a relationship that will grow with you and remain a part of your life for decades.

According to the National Mental Health Association, there are many reasons that we get married. Ideally, our need for happiness and personal satisfaction can be met through this bonding relationship, which satisfies both emotional and physical needs. You must be able to provide each other with companionship, affection, and conversation. You have to learn about areas of conflict in your marriage and ways to resolve them. Every day living and things like money matters, health, automobile, children, and childrenÂ’s health are things that affect our relationships and we have to be aware that they can make or break the connection to each other.

Unicare serves 1.7 million medical members and is the national operating subsidiary of WellPoint Health Networks Inc., the nationÂ’s second largest publicly traded health care company. WellPoint serves the health care needs of more than 15 million medical members and approximately 46 million specialty members. WellPoint offers a broad spectrum of quality network-based health products including open access PPO, POS and hybrid products, HMO and specialty products. Specialty products include pharmacy benefit management, dental, utilization management, vision, mental health, life and disability insurance, long term care insurance, flexible spending accounts, COBRA administration, and Medicare supplements. UNICARE can be found on the web at www. unicare. com.

For more information on Unicare PPO plans individuals can call 1-866-526-9669 toll-free access for the Policy Store, or visit our website at www. PolicyStore. com.

Other Sites of interest by Agent Jeff Cline of the Policy Store:

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Increasing volume of legislation on Food Contamination requires careful examination

Increasing volume of legislation on Food Contamination requires careful examination.

For the protection of public health, it is essential to ensure that contaminant levels are kept at acceptable levels from a toxicological point of view and as a result there is an ever-increasing volume of legislation on the subject.

(PRWEB) February 4, 2004

Research and Markets announces the addition of this report entitled "Contaminants in Foodstuffs " to its offerings.

Food products can be contaminated by various causes and processes throughout the food chain from production to consumption. This generally has a negative effect on the quality of the foodstuff and may imply a health risk. For the protection of public health, it is therefore essential to ensure that contaminant levels are kept at acceptable levels from a toxicological point of view. As a result there is an ever-increasing volume of legislation on the subject, which in turn affects the manufacture of food products and their position in the international market.

This report provides details on this, legislation explainig how contaminants are regulated and also providing the maximum levels for contaminants in foods set out in tabulated format.

For a complete index of this report click on http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/44896 (http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/44896)

About Research and Markets Ltd.

Research and Markets Ltd. are Europe's largest resource for market research. R&M distribute thousands of major research publications from the world's leading publishers, consultants and market analysts. R&M provide you with the latest forecasts on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest market trends.

For additional information on ResearchandMarkets. com, their range of reports or their value-added services, visit their web site at http://www. researchandmarkets. com (http://www. researchandmarkets. com) or mailto:press@researchandmarkets. com

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Revolution Health Provides Top Ten Memorial Day Tips - With A Twist

Dr. Bradly Jacobs offers his expert advice.

Washington (PRWEB) May 25, 2007

With Memorial Day marking the unofficial start of summer this weekend, RevolutionHealth. com's (http://www. revolutionhealth. com (http://www. revolutionhealth. com)) Dr. Bradly Jacobs, a recognized national leader in Integrative Medicine and Health & Wellness, offers his top 10 tips - with a twist - for staying healthy and safe this holiday weekend.

"While most everyone knows to lather up on sunscreen before going outdoors this weekend and the big "don't" of drinking and driving, there are some additional easy steps to take to make sure your holiday is healthy and pain-free," said Dr. Brad.

1. Get Spicy to Stay Cool. Eat spicy foods to help you stay cool. Believe it or not, spicy foods dilate your peripheral blood vessels, making you perspire which cools your body.

2. A Coat in Summertime. Coat both meats and the grill with olive oil to ensure great flavor, but avoid potential carcinogens. Many of us like the flavor of meats with a bit of char (blackening), but research has shown this method can create cancer-causing substances called heterocyclic amines.

3. The Secret is in the Marinade recipe (http://www. revolutionhealth. com/healthy-living/food-nutrition/kitchen/stock-shelves/pantry-staples/grilling-marinate-peaches-asparagus-halibut). Choose leaner meats and marinate them for 24 hours to enjoy flavor without all the fat this Memorial Day. Fatty meats make for tasty barbequing, but you can use leaner, healthier meats and make them more tender and enjoy even more flavor by marinating them.

4. Scream for Ice Cream. Substitute grilled fruit (http://www. revolutionhealth. com/healthy-living/food-nutrition/kitchen/get-cooking/cooking-techniques-grilling? section=section_03) for fat-laden ice cream or cake this Memorial Day. The dry heat of grilling intensifies and caramelizes the natural sugars in fruits. For more ideas on healthy summer desserts, like cantaloupe kabobs.

5. Chill Out. If you're planning a picnic this weekend, keep food fresher and prevent bacteria by using large chunks rather than small cubes. Large chunks of ice last longer and keep foods colder. Just put some water into a sheet cake or baking pan, freeze it and poof!, you have bacteria-fighting ice!

6. A Bug's Life. Try natural alternatives (http://www. revolutionhealth. com/articles/?id=10540) to beat those pesty mosquitoes. You can spray on a diluted liquid garlic concentrate. Or apply vinegar or soybean oil on your skin to prevent the bugs from biting.

7. Headache Relief in a Glass. In these hot summer months, drink a glass of water to relieve headaches. Often headaches are caused by dehydration and can be alleviated by taking aspirin, but it's usually the beverage consumed when taking the aspirin that helps to immediately relieve the symptoms.

8. Get Red-dy to Ward off Sunburn. In addition to sunscreen (http://www. revolutionhealth. com/healthy-living/food-nutrition/healing-foods/foods-healthy-skin/skin-cancer), load up on red, yellow and orange fruits and vegetables. These have carotenoids that may help naturally reduce sunburn risk. Sunburn is a major risk factor for skin cancer, the most common form of cancer in the U. S.

9. Pool's Open. Fill up empty water bottles and use them for resistance exercises in the pool. It's a fun and easy way to tone and strengthen muscles.

10. Time for Lights Out. Pull out your alarm clock this long weekend. You may be tempted to stay up late, but keeping a regular schedule will actually help you sleep better and make your sleep more restful and restorative.

"Plan ahead to enjoy a safe, fun and healthy Memorial Day weekend with family and friends," said Dr. Brad. "Practicing smart grilling, staying safe in the sun and drinking plenty of fluids can help you make the most of your holiday weekend."

Dr. Bradly Jacobs is recognized as a national leader in Integrative Medicine and Health & Wellness. He was the founding Medical Director of the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) where he was also the Chair of Integrative Medicine and Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine. Dr. Jacobs is a graduate of Stanford University School of Medicine, and completed his residency and clinical research fellowship at the University of California San Francisco. He holds a master's degree of Public Health in Epidemiology and Biostatistics from University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Jacobs is board certified in Internal Medicine and has studied acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, yoga and martial arts. At Revolution Health, Dr. Jacobs heads the integrative medicine arena.

For more information on staying healthy and safe this Memorial Day, log onto http://www. RevolutionHealth. com (http://www. RevolutionHealth. com).

About Revolution Health Group LLC

Revolution Health Group LLC was founded in March 2005 by Steve Case to create products and services that empower people by putting them at the center of the health system. Revolution Health's other founding investors and board members include Colin Powell, Carly Fiorina, Jim Barksdale, Frank Raines, Steve Wiggins, Miles Gilburne, John Delaney, Jeff Zients and David Golden. The company is based in Washington, D. C.

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CastleBaths. com Selects Paulson Management Group, Inc. to Manage New Affiliate Program

CastleBaths. com, home of completely natural bath, spa, and pet products, has recently selected Paulson Management Group, Inc. to launch and manage their new affiliate program in ShareaSale.

Boulder, CO (PRWEB) July 5, 2010

CastleBaths. com, home of completely natural bath, spa, and pet products, has recently selected Paulson Management Group, Inc. to launch and manage their new affiliate program in ShareaSale.

“I’m excited to have Paulson Management Group, Inc launch and manage the CastleBaths. com affiliate program,” said Laura Thomas, Owner of CastleBaths. com. “Our goal will be to make our affiliates as excited about our Spa and Bath Products as our customers currently are!”

CastleBaths. com specializes in natural spa products for the skin and bath crafted with therapeutic aromatherapy and botanical ingredients, and all are handmade, and made to order to insure freshness and purity. CastleBaths. com also has a full line of completely natural grooming products for pampered pets. CastleBaths. com offers a large selection of spa gift baskets featuring their most popular bath salts and teas, soaps, essential oils, lotions, and pet grooming products.

With the exception of 3 goats’ milk soap bars, every CastleBaths. com spa and bath product is guaranteed vegan. In addition, CastleBaths. com products are never tested on animals, and are crafted with certified organic and wild crafted ingredients. CastleBaths. com is committed to using certified organic ingredients, and ingredients without any pesticides or chemical compounds. Even though products from CastleBaths. com are not yet certified by the USDA as 100% organic, they always use the best organic and/or wild harvested ingredients they are able to purchase for their products. CastleBaths. com maintains a commitment to both worker - and planet-friendly practices. CastleBaths. com operates using ecologically sustaining business practices, and support fair labor practices for workers throughout their supply chain. CastleBaths. com looks for ingredients certified as Fair Trade from companies that show a clear commitment to social justice.

CastleBaths. com decided to launch an affiliate program to offer their selection of natural, sustainably crafted spa and bath products to a wider customer base. The CastleBaths. com affiliate program will launch soon in the ShareASale affiliate network, and feature a generous commission on all sales.

Paulson Management Group, Inc. is pleased to represent CastleBaths. com in the affiliate marketing space, and help grow the health and beauty program into a highly converting affiliate program. Affiliates can find out more, and sign up for the CastleBaths. com affiliate program after it soon launches through ShareaSale, or through a link on the paulsonmanagementgroup. com website.

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About PaulsonManagementGroup. com

Paulson Management Group, Inc. is a full service multi-channel, affiliate management and consulting agency. Paulson Management Group, Inc. is able to provide affiliate program management, paid search engine management, social media management and SEO management. Interested parties should call 800-384-7760 for more information on services offered by Paulson Management Group, Inc.

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SalsaCrazy Announces its Newest DVD — Pilates For Dancers

SalsaCrazy's newest offering, Pilates for Dancers, a DVD that unlocks the secrets to achieving a dancer's body is soon to be released.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) March 20, 2006

Close on the heels of the tremendous success of SalsaCrazy’s five-part DVD series, Learn to Salsa Dance, comes Pilates for Dancers. While the five-part series is still getting rave reviews as is evident on Amazon. com, this DVD is bound to become a hit as soon as it’s released, which is very soon.

Evan Margolin, internationally recognized salsa dance instructor and founder of Salsa Crazy and the “Learn to Salsa Dance” DVD series is a keen observer. He noticed that people almost always feel better, lose weight, look better, and become flexible, coordinated, and stronger after having attended dancing sessions at the school. That led him to brainstorm the creation of Pilates for Dancers, which enables aspiring dancers to take a proactive approach in readying their bodies for the task of learning to dance and already knowledgeable dancers to perfect their bodies even further.

Pilates for Dancers provides step by step instructions on how every man and woman, no matter how old, or in what shape, can work out in order to achieve core body strength, get fit, lose weight, and achieve the sleek, sinuous, and streamlined body that every dancer craves.

The DVD will captivate enthusiasts everywhere by the simplicity and ease of execution at every step. Learning Pilates and using the proper techniques is emphasized, with more emphasis being on fun while learning. This DVD will show learners how to achieve the most amazing results with the least effort.

Pilates for Dancers appeals to dancers the world over—not only salsa dancers. And, with guaranteed appeal for both dancers and non-dancers, Pilates for Dancers is set to take to the hearts of all those keen on improving their health and fitness. Why strain at grueling workouts at crowded gyms when this DVD allows viewers everywhere to fine-tune and tone their body the fun way-- in privacy and in the comfort of the home.

Given the ongoing registrations at Evan Margolin’s DanceSF schools and the fact that not many people can afford the time or the money to invest in one-on-one classes for extras, especially when time is of the essence, this DVD is destined to sell like hot cakes.

For more information and to pre-register for this soon-to-be-released sensational DVD, visit http://www. pilatesfordancers. com (http://www. pilatesfordancers. com)

About Pilates for Dancers

Evan Margolin, internationally recognized salsa dance instructor and founder of Salsa Crazy and the “Learn to Salsa Dance” DVD series is expanding his repertoire in the field, which is as essential to him as his breath—salsa dancing. This is evident in the creation of Pilates for Dancers, the newest DVD offering from SalsaCrazy.

What was once just a passion for Evan Margolin has turned into a very popular dance school, DVD series, and web site fueling the worldwide salsa dance craze.

With a goal of helping beginner dancers learn the joy of salsa dancing, Margolin has created a suite of fantastic opportunities to get people out on the dance floor. DanceSF is the premiere salsa dance school in the San Francisco Bay area, which is staffed by internationally recognized salsa instructors. Learn to Salsa is a 3-set DVD collection with over six hours of dance instruction that’s guaranteed to turn any beginner into a dance aficionado in just minutes. See http://www. SalsaDanceDVD. com (http://www. SalsaDanceDVD. com). And, www. SalsaCrazy. com is a one-stop online destination for comprehensive Bay area salsa events and nightlife information.

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Miss Cougar America Contest Featured at National Single Cougars Convention

Cougars from throughout America are invited to compete for the title of Miss Cougar America at America's first-ever National Single Cougars Convention, Friday, August 28, 2009, at Dinah's Garden Hotel, 4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto CA. Cubs (younger men) in attendance will decide who wins the contest. Adults of all ages are welcome.

San Rafael, CA (PRWEB) August 14, 2009

Francesca Gentille and Tahil Gesyuk, her much younger romantic partner (14 years difference), will deliver the Keynote Address: "Cougar-Luscious: Irresistible Dating & Relating for Older Women and Younger Men." Ms. Gentille is the award winning co-author of The Marriage of Sex & Spirit and popular internet radio host of Sex: Tantra & Kama Sutra. "I find that I am more luscious as I age. In my 30s I was a Health Educator; in my 40's I began to teach and perform Sacred Sensual Dance; now in my 50's, I am launching The Sacred Courtesan School of Feminine Mystique & Power. I receive many more compliments and enticing offers from men today than I ever did in her 20's. My motto is 'The riper the berry, the sweeter the juice'." Francesca Gentille is available to the news media for interviews by calling 510-759-3839. Her website is http://www. LifeDanceCenter. com (http://www. LifeDanceCenter. com).

Tahil Gesyuk, co-director of The Integrative Arts Institute, became a massage therapist at 14, and a yoga therapist at 17. By the time he was 19 he owned his own center and was studying acupuncture. His first long-term beloved was 35 when he was 18. He has always adored and appreciated older women for their wisdom, power, and passion. "Now In my late 30's," says Mr. Gesyuk, "I am launching Daka University: Empowering Masculine Spirit - Decoding the Female Sex. My motto is 'Life is about growth & discovery at every age'." Mr. Gesyuk is available to the news media for interviews by calling 510-606-9268. His website is http://www. TantraPlay. net (http://www. TantraPlay. net). Ms. Gentille and Mr. Gesyuk are also available for joint interviews.

The National Single Cougars Convention is based on Valerie Gibson's Cougar: A Guide for Older Women Dating Younger Men. According to Ms. Gibson, "a cougar is the new breed of single, older woman--confident, sophisticated, desirable, and sexy. She knows exactly what she wants. What she wants is younger men and lots of great sex. What she doesn't want is children, cohabitation, or commitment."

"Age discrimination is perhaps the most pervasive prejudice in American Society," says Rich Gosse, Producer of the convention. "Older women, in particular, are victimized by our youth-oriented society. They are regarded as 'non-sexy'. Supposedly every American male is only attracted to nubile 20 year olds found in the centerfolds of men's magazines. The truth is that there are millions of American men who find older women attractive, and we will prove it at the National Single Cougars Convention!"

Rich Gosse is America's foremost authority on finding a romantic partner. He is the author of eight books on this topic, including You CAN Hurry Love, Singles Guide to America, and A Good Man Is EASY to Find ("This is a great book!" Oprah Winfrey). His entertaining advice has been featured by ABC, BBC, CBS, CNN, CNBC, Fox News Live, MSNBC, Oprah, Donahue, Cosmopolitan, Newsweek, Entrepreneur, Business Week, Playboy, Playgirl, The Wall Street Journal, London Times, The Australian, The New Zealand Herald, etc. Mr. Gosse is available to the news media for interviews by calling 415/479-3800. His website is www. RichGosse. com.

The cost is $15/advance (by August 27) or $20/door. Overnight rooms at this boutique hotel are available at an additional cost of $99 per night. Coat & tie/dressy attire are recommended.

The highpoint of the Convention will be the Miss Cougar America Contest. One cougar at the convention will be awarded the title and prizes, which will include her choice of the upcoming Halloween Singles Cruise or the Spring Baja Singles Cruise, courtesy of http://www. SinglesTravelCompany. com (http://www. SinglesTravelCompany. com). The winner will be a woman who is present at the Convention, legally single, and at least 40 years of age.

The Convention begins at 7:30pm with complimentary appetizers, courtesy of Trader Vic's, as long as they last. The Keynote Address is at 8pm. The Grand Finale is a giant dance party, 9pm-Midnight. At approximately 11pm, one cougar will be crowned Miss Cougar America.

The Convention is co-sponsored by:

•The Society of Single Professionals, http://www. thepartyhotline. com (http://www. ThePartyHotline. com), the world's largest non-profit singles organization, which organizes 150 singles events a year in San Francisco Bay Area

•www. SinglesTravelCompany. com, which sponsors affordable travel for large groups of singles to exotic destinations worldwide

•TheRealCougarWoman. com

•Cardeaux Cosmetics, featuring The Cougar Kit

•CougarInternational. com

•BayAreaSingles. com

•The Cougars Den

•The Art of Love

•CougarSpeedDate. com

•and many other singles organizations.

Anyone wishing more information about this and many more events for singles may visit http://www. ThePartyHotline. com (http://www. ThePartyHotline. com) or call 415/507-9962.

Contact: Tom Andrews, 415/507-9962

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World-Class Triathlete Trains at Starr Pass

Tucson Resort offers five-star facilities and desert training environment

Tucson, AZ (Vocus) August 13, 2009

Serious athletes need serious training facilities. With its unique terrain, unmatched climate, and indoor and outdoor training facilities, Tucson is an athlete's paradise. Many top athletes train or have trained in Tucson - among them, Leanda Cave, world-class triathlete. Leanda lives and trains in Tucson's Starr Pass community and combines the best of both worlds - training and recreation.

Triathlon is one of the most demanding disciplines in sports. It is a primarily outdoors multi-sport endurance event consisting of swimming, cycling, and running in immediate succession over various distances. This is why Tucson is so ideal for competitive training, as it is home to huge cycling, swimming and running communities.

For Leanda and Partner/Coach Torsten Abel, Starr Pass Tucson was love at first sight. After attending a training camp in Tucson several years ago, she was blown away. The ease of training in Tucson was unreal.

"The community around JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa offered absolutely everything I could possibly want," said Leanda. "Scenery, hills, trails, great weather, top-of-the-line fitness facilities, training partners, resort-style amenities and more. They are all in the palm of my hand."

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa's Hashani Spa has become Leanda's second home. As a member of the Hashani Spa, she has found it an ideal match for her stringent athletic training requirements. "Having access to a top-notch fitness center, pool, trails, and recovery services like massage, steam rooms, sauna and whirlpool means my entire training regimen can all be accomplished within Starr Pass and Hashani Spa," noted Leanda.

The fitness center at Hashani Spa has all the equipment needed for a complete workout. Leanda's typical gym workout includes time on the treadmill, stretching, core strength exercises and weight training.

Although in stellar shape, Leanda still succumbs to muscle fatigue due to her rigorous training schedule. As a treatment for this, she has taken advantage of Hashani Spa's massage services and notes it has had "an extreme therapeutic impact" on her body. "Hashani Spa and its staff have helped make me a better athlete."

According to Torsten, triathlon ranks very high among the healthiest and most balanced sports. Triathletes must train their entire bodies. The stringent training required allows Leanda to enjoy a great balance in life, and especially allows her to savor great food.

"As athletes, Torsten and I value high quality food. The same can be said of Starr Pass Resort. Their commitment to sustainable and organic food is fantastic. It is impossible not to eat well there," said Leanda. One of her favorite spots is the resort's Primo restaurant, as the food is always at its peak of freshness.

Leanda is next heading to Hawaii in October to the Kona Ironman (Ironman Hawaii World Championship) one of the biggest triathlons of the year.

On May 17, 2009, Leanda took 1st in the Ironman 70.3 Florida, beating the previous record time by over four minutes. She took first place three times in 2008, and four in 2007. She also holds two world championship titles for 2002 and 2007.

For more information, please visit http://www. jwmarriottstarrpass. com or learn more about Leanda Cave at http://www. leandacave. com

About JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa

Having been named to Travel + Leisure World's Best Hotels Top 500 List two years running (2008, 2009), Starr Pass draws on the beauty of its mountainous location. The resort incorporates the natural desert as its landscape design theme. With 575 spacious guestrooms, 88,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, five restaurants, a 20,000 sq. ft. spa, four separate pools, a lazy river and water slide, an Arnold Palmer Signature golf facility consisting of 27 holes and practice facilities and 888 underground and covered parking spaces, the resort boasts of being not only the largest resort in southern Arizona but also the only true eco-resort in Tucson. This eco theme extends to its Primo restaurant that serves only organic and jet fresh fish, its Hashani Spa, which uses natural desert plant oils and its direct access to the Tucson Mountain Park for fabulous hiking and mountain biking trails. To quote Bill Marriott, "you can build all types of amenities but it would be impossible to duplicate what Starr Pass has, the Tucson Mountain Park." The JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa is located at 3800 W. Starr Pass and can be reached directly by calling (520) 792-3500. Please visit http://www. jwmarriottstarrpass. com.

CONTACT: Susanna Minegishi

McFadden/Gavender

O: 520-882-6262 M: 520-444-9223

Karen Gavender

McFadden/Gavender

O: 520-882-6262 M: 520-603-4200

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Alcohol and Drug Addiction Costs Nearly Equal to the Federal Budget Deficit

The multi-billion dollar industry of legal and illegal drugs leaves much more in its wake

(PRWEB) May 31, 2005

Dr. Nora Volkow is the director of the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) under the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services. She recently stated that the total cost of alcohol and drug addiction to society was estimated at $500 billion, which is more than the gross domestic product of over 200 countries in the world.

The overall costs to society include categories such as emergency medial care, crime, corrections, law enforcement, lost productivity, research, treatment and prevention.

A publication from the Office of National Drug Control Policy examining costs of drug abuse from 1992 to 2002 stated that one of the largest percentages of increase in spending was for treatment research. The amount of money allocated more than doubled in a ten year period. Much of the research in the last decade has been focused on the areas of co-occurring disorders and other brain chemical theories, yet the problem seems to have gotten worse in many areas.

Treatment practices have included more replacement drugs and other pharmaceuticals including methadone, anti-anxiety medication, antidepressants and anti-psychotic drugs, all of which have their own set of side-effects and donÂ’t fit the definition of rehabilitation. Meanwhile, prescription drug costs continue to soar as well as revenues for the pharmaceutical companies.

In recent years there has been more of a movement to focus efforts on programs that get results. This includes effective prevention and rehabilitation programs in communities to eliminate drug abuse as well as treatment in the correctional system for drug abusing offenders to reduce recidivism.

As one of the nationÂ’s largest and most successful drug rehabilitation and education programs, Narconon Arrowhead continues to grow and create positive effects. Whether itÂ’s educating young and old alike throughout the country with massive awareness and prevention campaigns, working with officials in the U. S. and other countries or helping individuals and families overcome addiction, Narconon Arrowhead continues to impact millions of lives every year.

Narconon Arrowhead uses the drug-free rehabilitation methodology developed by American author and humanitarian L. Ron Hubbard. The residential treatment center serves people from all over the country and is certified by the state department of mental health and substance abuse services and is also accredited by the prestigious Rehabilitation Accreditation Commission (CARF). The program is in high demand simply because it gets results.

With effective programs like Narconon Arrowhead, the cost of alcohol and drug addiction can significantly be reduced in America. For more information or to get help, contact Narconon Arrowhead today by calling 1-800-468-6933 or visit www. stopaddiction. com for your free assessment and consultation.

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MedSouth Joins Averde's Network in Denver, CO

MedSouth, a large Independent Practice Association (IPA) in Metro Denver is the latest physician group to join Averde Health's fight against rising healthcare costs.

Denver, CO and West Hartford, CT (PRWEB) March 10, 2010

Averde Health, an innovative healthplan expanding rapidly in Colorado and Texas, announced that MedSouth has joined their guaranteed payment PPO network. MedSouth, a clinically integrated, independent practice association located in the south metropolitan area of Denver is comprised of 164 providers representing both primary and specialty care.

Averde focuses on offering high deductible medical plans to individuals and groups, making them very affordable by driving inefficiencies out of the system. Averde pays doctors and hospitals 100% of their contracted rate up front - including the patient portion - and then collects from patients so doctors don't have to. Many providers have given Averde very competitive rates in exchange for removing them from the collections process.

"We are excited to have MedSouth join our network," said Averde's CEO, Tom Policelli. "MedSouth shares our vision of offering high quality, cost-effective healthcare to our members". Ellen Burkett, MD, Medical Director for MedSouth agreed. "We look forward to joining the Averde Health network and addressing the rising problem we are seeing among our patients of growing bad debt and collections costs".

Averde's rapid expansion in Denver and Texas is spilling over to many other markets across the country. Averde is on pace to be in 20 markets in the next 18 months. "Physician recruiting is in full swing", said Policelli. "Our value proposition has been really resonating with doctors and hospitals and our networks are delivering terrific value to our customers. We are also pleased to see that employers are finding our product to be very compelling."

About MedSouth - MedSouth is a multi-specialty independent practice association located in the south metropolitan area of Denver, Colorado that provides quality and cost-effective care for its patients. In 2003 MedSouth was one of the first IPAs in the country to receive a green light from the Federal Trade Commission to move forward with contracting under a clinically integrated IPA structure. Their group of 164 clinically integrated providers represents both primary care and specialty care physicians.

About Averde Health - Averde Health was founded by visionary health insurance executives who recognized the need for a better health care model that puts them in partnership with doctors and hospitals, while allowing patients a simple way to manage their health care expenses. By solving problems for health care providers, Averde drives administrative costs out of the system, and helps hold down costs for employers and consumers.

For more information, on Averde Health, please visit www. averdehealth. com.

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Going Nuts this Valentines Day with Old Tyme Virginia Peanuts is Giving the Gift of a Healthy Heart

If the FDA approves of nuts being Heart Healthy, than why not give that special someone the gift of healthy nuts.

Bedford, VA (PRWEB) January 26, 2009

If the FDA approves of nuts being Heart Healthy, than why not give that special someone the gift of healthy nuts. With a variety of yummie gifts from double dipped chocolate covered and butter toffee to something hot and spicy, give a heart healthy sweet treat to your sweetheart. Check out Old Tyme Virginia Peanuts for this Valentines Day. Eat Healthy, Go Nuts!

Old Tyme Virginia Peanuts recommends to get orders in soon to insure delivery by the holiday. Old Tyme Virginia Peanut offers retail sales online at www. kettlemade. com and offers fund raising opportunities for groups and churches. Anyone interested in fund raising with Old Tyme Peanuts, please drop Bill Brown, CEO an email at bill @ kettlemade. com or visit www. kettlemade. com

The heart association says, peanuts are good for the heart. Let's all say Old Tyme Virginia Peanuts are good for a Healthy Heart!

For more information on retail/wholesale/non-profit call:

Bill Brown

Old Tyme Virginia Peanut Company

Phone: 434-665-6649 for wholesale orders

Location: Bedford, Virginia 24523

Web secure online orders: www. KettleMade. com

Contact Name: Bill Brown

Contact Phone: 434-665-6649

Web address: www. kettlemade. com

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Mercy College National Scholar and Dean of its School of Education Dr. Alfred S. Posamentier, Authors New Book on the Beauty of Math

Book Explores Pythagorean Theorem’s History, Early Use, Applications and Non-Mathematical Manifestations in Nature and Music

Dobbs Ferry, N. Y. (Vocus) November 8, 2010

Dr. Alfred S. Posamentier, dean of Mercy College’s School of Education, explores the history and importance of the Pythagorean Theorem in his recently released book “The Pythagorean Theorem: The Story of Its Power and Beauty.”

According to Dr. Posamentier, the book “presents this glorious, and perhaps most important, mathematical relationship and examines its history, some intuitive proofs, applications in geometry, and many of its surprising aspects.”

“It’s also an excellent illustration of how math can be fun,” said Dr. Posamentier, author and co-author of 53 mathematics books.

More than 300 pages, the book explores the theorem’s history, beginning with a brief look at Pythagoras and the early use of the Pythagorean Theorem by the ancient Egyptians, Babylonians, Indians and Chinese. It further examines the ingenious ways in which the theorem has been proved and demonstrates some of the curious applications it has been used for throughout the centuries. The book concludes with a look at the theorem from a non-mathematical point of view, exploring the many ways it manifests itself through nature and even in music.

About Dr. Alfred S. Posamentier

Dr. Posamentier was appointed dean of Mercy College’s School of Education in August 2010. Prior to joining the College, he served as Distinguished Lecturer at New York City College of Technology of the City University of New York. He is Professor Emeritus of Mathematics Education at The City College of the City University of New York, and former dean of the School of Education (1999-2009). He is the author and co-author of 53 mathematics books, including Math Charmers: Tantalizing Tidbits for the Mind and (with Ingmar Lehmann) Mathematical Amazements and Surprises, The Fabulous Fibonacci Numbers, and Pi: A Biography of the World's Most Mysterious Number, and is a leading commentator on topics relating to education and mathematics.

About Mercy College

Mercy College is a private, nonprofit institution founded in 1950, providing motivated students with the opportunity to earn degrees in more than 90 undergraduate and graduate programs within five schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Liberal Arts. An engaging and personalized learning experience, that includes the college’s revolutionary PACT (Personalized Achievement Contract) program, is offered at the main campus in Dobbs Ferry, as well as campuses in the Bronx, Manhattan, Yorktown Heights and White Plains. 877-MERCY-GO.

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And now for something completely different in Christian Gaming&#194

And now for something completely different in Christian GamingÂ

A whacky 3D action game for Christians has just been published. Gamers have to fight their way through the 7 churches of Revelation. The game inlcudes a bible study on the first 3 chapters of Revelation.

(PRWEB) December 27, 2003

Just in case you were thinking this was a "normal" game, it ain't! So forget about dungeons, demons with 17 horns and muscle bound heros. In this game you must fight your way through 7 churches. Each church has its own set of bad guys and there are some fun weapons to play with, they all look like hood ornaments off of cars from the '50s with hot rod flames on them. Your ammo is junk food like donuts, cookies and cake. The health is coffee.

When the apostle John wrote the book of Revelation, the Lord gave him a message for each church of the seven churches. That's what this game is all about. Because the messages that applied to them also apply to us. There is a spiritual message to every level in the game. Each church has its own "angel" that will tell you all about your challenge on that level.

The game also includes a complete, in-depth study on the first 3 chapters of Revelation. There is also a link to a working demo called Â“Eternity the GameshowÂ” on the website.

If you are looking for something completely different in the Christian genre of games that doesnÂ’t take itself so seriously then Rev7 is a game to consider.

It is available to order now through the website at: http://www. newrev7.com (http://www. newrev7.com)

M. J. Bee Design is the studio of Marty Bee, one man, one computer and a crazy brain.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Marty Bee

M. J. Bee Design

337-583-7715

Http://www. newrev7.com (http://www. newrev7.com)

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USACC Urges CNN Black in America Series to Include Focus on African Immigrants

The USACC is the Leading Advocacy Organization for U. S. African Relations and promotes Emerging Markets.

Washington, D. C. (Vocus) April 7, 2009

The U. S. African Chamber of Commerce (http://www. usafricanchamber. com/) (USACC) urges CNN to consider including a focus on the growing African immigrant population in the United States within its ongoing Black in America series. Chamber President, Martin Mohammed, has been in contact with Soledad O'Brien to discuss expanding the story about Blacks in America. Without representing African immigrants, who now number over 2 million, the story of Blacks in America is incomplete. The USACC believes CNN has a duty and responsibility to tell the whole picture and to tell an accurate one of the many contributions this population is making to the U. S.

Over the last 20 years, millions of African immigrants have arrived from the 54 countries within the continent of Africa to make the U. S. their home. Today, mainstream America knows relatively little about this growing, vibrant population. In general, African immigrants in America tend to be well-educated, younger than other immigrants in the U. S. The top three occupations they occupy include Management & Professional Services, Services, and Sales within the top three industries of Education & Health Care, Retail Trade, and Professional Services. Collectively, African immigrants in the U. S. hold an estimated buying power of 50 billion dollars. With more data on this population, it is clear that they have become a vital consumer segment and emerging market within the U. S.

The USACC is the Leading Advocacy Organization for U. S. African Relations and promotes Emerging Markets. The USACC is the umbrella organization for African Chambers of Commerce and Professional Trade and Business Associations throughout the United States and abroad.

Contact:

U. S. African Chamber of Commerce

Martin Mohammed, President

202-465-0778

Www. usafricanchamber. com

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Keeping Women's Health in Check

It is every woman's responsibility to know the causes and symptoms of breast cancer and sexual transmitted disease.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) July 26, 2006

If a woman ever experienced unusually painful menstruation or noticed lumps in their breasts and vaginal discharge similar to cottage cheese, there is a great possibility she's in trouble. Any sensible woman should immediately set an appointment and see her trusted gynecologist. Women's health is often a subject taken for granted. Most women wait until they are rushed to the hospital before they do something about their condition. Experts in women's health advise ladies to be 'listen' and 'understand' their bodies. Even a seemingly trivial symptom should not be ignored as it may be a telltale sign of deadly breast cancer or a form of sexually transmitted disease.

Women can actually detect early stages of cancer through simple do-it-yourself breast assessment. Two or three days after every menstruation period, a woman should gently check her breasts for possible lumps or change in color and texture. Gynecologists say cancerous lump is usually a firm and solitary mass that just stays in a particular spot. If a lump changes position, there's a big possibility that it is non-malignant. Aside from lumps, a woman should also watch out for the disturbing presence of veins, breast discharges which are watery or mucus-like, and nipples that are inverted. According to women's health advocates, those who have a breast cancer history in their families are more prone to acquire the illness. But even if a woman doesn't have breast cancer history, it wouldn't hurt if she regularly examine her breasts for safety measure.

Apart from breast cancer, another illness concerning women's health is sexually transmitted disease. STD can manifest in the form of chlamydia, syphilis, genital herpes, and gonorrhea. Even if a lady is not sexually active and doesn't engage in extra-marital sexual affairs, she can still obtain STD from her philandering husband or boyfriend. General symptoms of STD include thick and smelly vaginal discharge, bumps or rashes, and burning sensation in the feminine area. A woman infected with STD can also experience pain when having sexual intercourse and irregular bleeding in between menstrual cycles. Medication varies from one STD kind to another (and also depending on the severity of the case). For prevention, experts advise women to use condom which is not only a form of contraceptive but also serve as protection against STD. Husbands, on the other hand, should avoid womanizing and extra-marital sexual intercourses as much as possible. The fight against STD should be a concerted effort between husband and wife. In the case of STD, husbands are also involved in the issue of women's health.

For more valuable information on Women's Health, please visit http://www. eknowitall. com/health/womens-health/ (http://www. eknowitall. com/health/womens-health/)

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Control Module&#174; is Helping the Environment in More Ways than One

Control Module® is Helping the Environment in More Ways than One

Time Management® a subsidiary of Control Module® signs on as a Diamond Sponsor of www. EliminatePaperTimeCards. org.

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) February 10, 2010

Did you know that it takes an estimated 4 tons of wood (approximately 24 trees) to make 1 ton of paper? One ton of paper will make approximately 200,000 paper time cards or 8,330 per tree. According to the United States Department of Labor, there were a total of 135,185,230 employed in the United States in May of 2008. Therefore, taking these numbers into account, if only 10% of the employees in the United States use 1 paper time card per week, the number of trees used for paper time card production per year would be in excess of: 84,000 trees each year in the U. S. Alone.

“TimeManagement® provides electronic time and attendance hardware for about 160 of the Fortune 500. We have been eliminating paper time cards for over 30 years. In addition, we have 2 other divisions whose primary focus on environmentally responsible technology. EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) and CabAire (Truck Electrification) are both providing innovative solutions to environmental issues. Our support of EliminatePaperTimeCards. org is simply another way to express our desire to focus on the environment.” Jimmy Bianco, V. P. Sales and Marketing.

“We are happy to have TimeManagement® as a Diamond Sponsor. With over 300,000 units sold in 20 countries, CMI hardware has replaced literally millions of paper time cards each month.” says, Daniel Higbee - CEO. “We are working on a carbon calculator which will determine the positive cumulative effect of our sponsors and partners on the environment. One of our reforestation partners Eden Reforestation Projects® planted over 4,601,000 trees in Ethiopia and Madagascar just last year.”

About www. EliminatePaperTimeCards. org

EliminatePaperTimeCards. org, based in Salt Lake City, Utah, is creating partnerships with software, hardware and service providers in the electronic time keeping or workforce management (WMF) industries to educate and provide alternatives to paper time keeping systems for companies around the world. For more information about EliminatePaperTimeCards. org, visit www. EliminatePaperTimeCards. org.

About Control Module®

Control Module Industries and its subsidiaries provide innovative technologies that conserve energy, improve the environment, and reduce operating costs. EVSE designs electric vehicle supply equipment for charging the new generation of plug-in electric car, trucks, and buses. CMI's Time Management saves on labor costs. Fleet Management streamlines rental car processing and lot control at airports everywhere. CabAire's truck electrification reduces toxic idling, lowers greenhouse gas emissions, and conserves fuel.

For more information about Control Module® visit www. controlmod. com

About Eden Reforestation Projects®

Eden Reforestation Projects® recreates healthy forest systems that restore hope, alleviate suffering, empower people, and build local economies in impoverished communities.

For more information visit www. edenprojects. org

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Walden University Public Health Alumna Awarded Commander's Coin

Air Force veteran Tanisha Harding was recognized for work completed during her field practicum at the Columbus (MS) Air Force Base.

Minneapolis (PRWEB) October 26, 2007

Walden University Master of Public Health graduate Tanisha Harding was recently awarded a Commander's Coin by Col. Susan R. Hall in recognition of Harding's service to Columbus Air Force Base in Mississippi. The Commander's Coin is a highly prized symbol of recognition that military commanders award to individuals who demonstrate exceptional service. Harding, a former Air Force captain, completed the field practicum for her degree by working at the base's public health office.

"It is the exception, not the rule, that graduate students seek to complete their practicum in the military setting," says Hall, commander of the 14th Medical Group. "So when Ms. Tanisha Harding sought out the medical clinic which I command, I jumped at the opportunity."

During her time on the base, Harding observed and participated in a variety of tasks that fall under Air Force Public Health responsibility, including patient education, food facility sanitation, disease surveillance, occupational injury and illness prevention, and immunization tracking. Specifically, Harding assisted with projects such as the base's "Biggest Loser Contest" finale, updating the food storage training booklet, and investigating complaints of a "sick" house.

It was during her third year in the Air Force that Harding decided to use her bachelor's in biology to pursue an advanced degree in public health. "I heard about Walden from the base education office and other avenues and decided to give it a try," Harding says.

The flexibility of the online program allowed her to relocate with her husband who is still active duty Air Force. With her master's degree in hand, she now is off to Ramstein Air Base in Germany, where her husband is currently stationed.

About Walden University

Since 1970, Walden University has offered working professionals the opportunity to earn advanced degrees through distance learning. Today, this comprehensive, accredited online university offers master's and doctoral degrees in education, psychology, management, public policy and administration, and health and human services, as well as master's programs in engineering and IT and a bachelor's completion program in business. Walden University is a member of the Laureate International Universities network, the largest global network of accredited campus-based and online universities. For more information, visit www. WaldenU. edu

Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www. ncahlc. org ; 312-263-0456.

Contact:

Ana Sanchez

410-843-8083

Www. WaldenU. edu

Minneapolis, MN 55401

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A. G. Rhodes Nursing Homes Select Patient Placement Systems Online Software to Automate Long-Term Care Referral Management

Web-based Referral Management System(TM) software links two nursing home locations and connects with existing online referral systems to improve and increase long-term care patient admissions

Atlanta, Ga. (PRWEB) April 10, 2008

Patient Placement Systems announced today that healthcare provider A. G. Rhodes Homes has signed a contract to manage patient referrals across two of its sub-acute care locations using the online Referral Management System Enterprise Edition (http://www. patientplacement. com/healthcare-software/patient-referral-management. aspx)(TM) software.

The Referral Management System Enterprise Edition automates and accelerates patient referral intake for sub-acute nursing homes and other multi-location long-term care providers, replacing slow fax-and-paper processes with a fast, efficient, secure online software service. All locations can review, track, approve and archive referral documents and electronic medical records online, applying true enterprise operational efficiency to referral processes.

"The Referral Management System online software meets our special requirements for efficiently managing patient referrals and admissions across multiple locations," said Russell Williams, A. G. Rhodes Homes director of operations. "We're extremely impressed with how the online software makes it easy to receive and track referrals, alert admissions staff (http://www. patientplacement. com/healthcare-software/referral-management-system. aspx) to new referral requests, and share potential referrals and patient medical records electronically across our community."

The announcement follows a successful software pilot project managing hundreds of inbound referrals. Williams also cited the value and convenience of receiving and tracking referrals from all sources and methods -- whether initiated from a fax machine or existing online referral systems.

"We're pleased to announce this partnership with an outstanding nursing home provider such as A. G. Rhodes," said Eric Christ, president of Patient Placement Systems. "It further validates how our secure online Referral Management System (http://www. patientplacement. com/news-resources/referral-management-tools. aspx) software is improving operations, efficiency, patient placement and care for multi-location nursing homes and other long-term care facilities."

About Patient Placement Systems: Patient Placement Systems helps hospitals and long-term care providers replace mountains of paper and fax frustration with fast, efficient online healthcare software for discharge planning, patient referral management and tracking, and electronic medical records storage and retrieval. Patient Placement Systems is a proud Jackson Healthcare Solutions company, sharing a common dedication to providing the world's best healthcare software, technology and services.

About A. G. Rhodes Homes: The mission of the A. G. Rhodes Homes is to provide the highest possible standard of quality care to elderly patients while preserving their dignity, independence, and quality of life. Serving the elderly of the Metro Atlanta area since 1904, the A. G. Rhodes Homes operate three facilities comprising 418 beds and numerous specialized care capabilities. The A. G. Rhodes Homes offer short-term sub-acute rehabilitation, long-term care, and special architectural features to care for residents suffering with Alzheimer's disease and memory impairments.

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