Celebrity big brother 2014: November 2005

Our #1 Goal is Patient Safety

MedChron, L. L.C. Announces Its Goal to Patient Safety. Medical Chronology Timelines will help insure patient safety while cutting cost spent on malpractice.

(PRWEB) March 1, 2003

MedChron, L. L.C., a medical chronology timeline service is proud to announce the launch of their new web site. www. medchronllc. com. MedChron is a new and upcoming company in Germantown Tennessee which has been in business for several months. They provide a combination of legal services with a medical staff of Certified R. N's who are committed to implementing a "patient safety" checkpoint system throughout our medical community.

MedChron's CEO's Jillyan Walker and Kathy Romero are excited about their new venture and what impact their company can have on the medical community. They are quoted as saying "our Vision Statement says it all, we are committed to facilitating a structure which increases the efficiency and quality of healthcare provided and decrease the cost spent on medical malpractice".

Each of us currently live with the fact there is a lack of patient-safety practices which has increased our public awareness to a possible medical negligence. Our medical community has incurred expenses for discovery phase of lawsuits well over $100,000 and those expenses are rising. Doctors malpractice insurance companies are not renewing policies. All of which has given rise to high cost of medical malpractice insurance and costs our healthcare system in ways we are all faced with, labor shortages and cost costs all affect the quality of care we receive.

"We know the system we are currently operating within can improve, we understand that the advantages of implementing our services is not something we will see an immediate return on, there are many more steps that need to be taken, but we are confident that MedChron can start a patient safety process that will, in time, end this madness" says Jillyan Walker, Owner and CEO of MedChron.

MedChron is currently pursuing JACHO compliance and will keep us posted as to their progress. Currently they have met with representatives at Methodist Health Care and are awaiting a response from Baptist Hospital they are currently working with malpractice insurance providers with the hope they can implement a "discount" incentive program to doctors malpractice insurance premiums who are implementing MedChron's services in their practices.

MedChron is everyone's "First Step to Understanding".

MedChron, L. L.C.

P. O. Box 382457

Germantown, TN 38183

Medchron@midsouth. rr. com

(901) 489-7911

(901) 438-6312

An Alternative Way to Understanding

If you want to be a person with a large vision,

You must cultivate the habit of doing the

Little things well.

Www. medchronllc. com

Help Keep Your Skin Refreshed This Winter

San Diego (PRWEB) October 2, 2005

Robanda International, the innovators behind Robanda Anti-Aging Skincare, who have become the leading experts in the beauty industry using pure and active ingredients that redefines the science behind beautiful and younger looking skin, have two products that will help keep your skin looking healthy and vibrant this winter season.

RobandaÂ®Pore-Refining Mask

4 oz tube

$26.00

Pore-Refining Mask, 4oz.

A wonderful mask that helps absorb impurities and excess oil, suitable for all skin types. Enables pores to better hydrate, detoxify, and purify. Helps revitalize dull skin and reduces the appearance of aging.

RobandaÂ® Oxygen Boost - Night Therapy

1.7oz/ 50gr

$46.00

-Suitable for ALL skin types, even sensitive.

-Increases the utilization of oxygen into the skin

-Contains Saccramyces Lysate which helps to increase cell respiration at cellular level, resulting in younger and healthier skin cells.

-Beneficial in decreasing repair time after cosmetic surgery

-Younger, healthier and glowing skin is achieved by encouraging faster skin cell renewal.

-CONTAINS NO HYDROGEN PEROXIDE!

Available at salons and fine beauty stores nationwide or www. robanda. com. For further information on the complete line, please call Toll Free 800-783-9969 (USA Only).

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Libertarian Christine Smith Political Videos

New videos regarding a number of political positions, and a speech given at the Illinois LP convention with a message for all Libertarians, are now available at YouTube.

Arvada, CO (PRWEB) March 8, 2008

Libertarian candidate for president, Christine Smith, has new campaign videos available on YouTube.

Smith's campaign is based on individual liberty, personal responsibility, adoption of a non-interventionist foreign policy, free markets, creation of a sound stable economy by ending government's artificial control of it, with a small federal government limited to its constitutionally authorized functions.

Visit

Http://www. youtube. com/ChristineTruthSmith (http://www. youtube. com/ChristineTruthSmith)

To view her comments on taxes, size of government, Ron Paul, Iraq, foreign policy, drugs, health freedom, energy and "global warming," and more. Posted also a three-part speech with Smith's message to all Libertarians.

Paul Kruger, Communications

PaulKruger@LibertarianForPresident. com

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

Christine Smith for President

15400 W. 64th Ave., E9-105

Arvada, Colorado 80007

Phone: (303) 217-8848

PAID FOR BY CHRISTINE SMITH FOR PRESIDENT

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New approach to vital pricing issues

Announcement of new service offering in pricing and reimbursement from Bridgehead Technologies Ltd, an international healthcare consultancy company.

(PRWEB) November 9, 2002

Bridgehead Technologies Ltd has announced that Jim Furniss, formerly of the UK Department of Health, has joined to advise pharmaceutical and medical device companies on pricing and reimbursement policy.

His appointment adds to a team of senior industry specialists, based in Bridgehead TechnologiesÂ’ UK and Swiss offices. Advice on all aspects of pricing, including health economics, outcomes research, financial modelling and negotiations can now be handled in-house by one team headed by Jim.

Manage commercial impact

Jim Furniss says that the future wonÂ’t be any easier than the current difficult environment:

Â” Governments will continue to look for new ways of controlling prices and squeezing pharmaceutical expenditure. The solution is to plan early. With global pressures on pricing and re-imbursement, and increasing European harmonisation, companies have a commercial responsibility to protect profits by proper planning and effective implementation of pricing policies.Â”

Make partnerships, not enemies

Â“However it does not have to be war. Often lack of personal contact with officials or failure to understand their constraints leads industry to treat them as enemies. But despite their need to budget, Governments and health insurance schemes do have health gain as the number one priority. Competitors are the true enemyÂ”.

Integration of approach

As Bridgehead Director, Tim Fitzgerald points out Â“much of the expertise which has been developed in our established areas of due diligence, project evaluation and valuation, such as financial modelling and primary market research, are equally important for companies seeking to establish optimal European and global pricing and reimbursement strategies.Â”

Â“Where Bridgehead stands out is in our ability to combine these tools with our understanding of European pricing, reimbursement and parallel trade issues and hands-on reimbursement negotiation experience, from both the industry and government perspective, and Jim adds significantly to thisÂ”.

For further information about this new Pricing and Reimbursement Service

Call Tim Fitzgerald or Jim Furniss at the UK office on +44 (0) 1664 503700 or email

Fitzgerald@bridgehead. uk. com or furniss@bridgehead. uk. com

For general information about Bridgehead Technologies visit www. bridgehead. uk. com

Backgrounders:

Jim Furniss:

At the Department of Health Jim headed the Pharmaceutical Industry Branch and represented the UK on pharmaceutical issues at the European Commission.

Jim has a detailed understanding of pharmaceutical policy issues throughout Europe and elsewhere as well as a practical knowledge of Company-Government relations in the field of drug price reimbursement.

Jim joins Bridgehead from his position as Senior Vice President at Cambridge Pharma Consultancy where he led the successful pharmaceutical policy and European reimbursement practice for 5 years.

Other Pricing Experts at Bridgehead Technologies:

Chris Neild

Formerly with Fisons/RPR (now Aventis) in central planning roles and European and USA subsidiary operational and General Management roles. In the USA he was responsible for all pricing and health economic matters. He is an economist and fluent in French and German.

Tim Fitzgerald

Formerly in senior commercial and management positions with Hoechst Marion Roussel and Aventis Pharma in Europe and the Middle East, with policy input in many areas and direct negotiation experience in cardiovascular, antibiotics and diabetes. He is a biologist, is fluent in Portuguese and has a good understanding of German.

Yann Wegmuller

Formerly a Health Economist at Roche and now Manager of Bridgehead TechnologiesÂ’ Swiss office. He is a biologist and is fluent in French.

Other services of Bridgehead Technologies include:

Bridgehead has an excellent track record of supporting companies in the biomedical field in strategic investment, R & D planning, commercialisation and marketing decisions, through its own staff and a network of key associates across Europe and provides:

Â• product and technology assessment and expert reports

Â• market research, assessment and forecasting

Â• strategy and planning

Â• licensing and business development

Â• decision support, opportunity evaluation and portfolio management

Â• intellectual property strategy review and development

Â• recruitment

Â• interim management

Akron's M/W International Awarded GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certification(R)

M/W International Inc. (MWI) announced today that its entire Forecast line of architectural demountable partitions has been awarded GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certification(R), indicating that they meet the strict requirements of the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI). GEI is the leader in establishing independent standards for low emitting interior products and building materials for healthy indoor air.

AKRON, Ohio (PRWEB) January 2, 2008

Since indoor air is often four to five times more polluted than outside air, facility managers are becoming increasing aware of the dangers it can present. At high levels, buildings can become "sick," causing people to experience headaches, become lethargic, and fatigued. Illness and lost productivity due to indoor air pollution and VOCs (volatile organic compounds) costs businesses $60 billion annually, according to a recent EPA report.

"GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI) is pleased to include M/W International's moveable wall panels among the extensive listing of GREENGUARD Certified products," says Laura Spriggs, Communications Manager with GEI. "The certified moveable walls not only support a flexible and adaptable office plan, they also contribute to better indoor air quality by assuring low chemical emissions. Studies indicate that healthy work environments can produce significant benefits including increased worker productivity, less sick days and employee retention."

M/W International's President, Joseph Bucalo, commented, "Our products are in complete alignment with the growth sectors of the Northeast Ohio region where we are headquartered. The region's progress is being led by companies such as The Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals, who are world-class leaders in the industry most responsible for improving people's quality of life, and healthy productivity in the workplace. They are at the forefront of initiatives aimed at improving the quality of indoor air. We are intent on joining them in creating a healthy office environment where everyone can breathe easily."

GREENGUARD Certification ensures that the moveable walls produced by M/W International have been rigorously tested and proven to adhere to strict chemical and particle emissions criteria. Building managers, architects, and contractors are gaining interest in demountable partitions because they minimize the risk of airborne pollutants like dust, paint fumes, and debris getting into expensive computer systems during construction. They dramatically reduce the cost of waste disposal to the environment, can be repurposed and reconfigured easily, and are recyclable upon disposal.

Architects, builders, interior designers, specifying professionals, and commercial building managers working with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the US Green Building Council's LEED(R) sustainable building guidelines can now specify any of MWI's Forecast line of demountable partitions to achieve valuable LEED(R) points as part of their overall sustainability initiatives.

About M/W International Inc.

Since 1932, M/W International of Akron, Ohio, has been providing architects, designers and building professionals with efficient and attractive floor-to-ceiling demountable wall systems and integrated office furniture that support better indoor air quality and employee efficiency without sacrificing architectural style. MWI's Forecast line of demountable wall partitions and Genesis office furniture systems provide quick and easy, nondestructive wall reconfigurations with the ability to easily manage the change in power and data cables for unprecedented flexibility and true cost savings.

About GREENGUARD Environmental Institute

The GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI) is an industry-independent, non-profit organization that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program. As an ANSI Authorized Standards Developer, GEI establishes acceptable indoor air standards for indoor products, environments, and buildings. GEI's mission is to improve public health and quality of life through programs that improve indoor air.

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ZodiacHealth. com to Offer EMR Transcription Services for Medical Professionals

Zodiac Infotech – the online leader in transcription, EMR transcription, medical record management and other documentation management services – is pleased offer a brand new EMR compatible transcription service. The company has recently teamed up with a well-known, third-party EMR company to achieve and be successful with this endeavor. The goal: To cut down on doctor note-taking and documentation time, while still preserving the confidentiality of patients’ records, as well as to offer concise, clinical documentation for all medical professionals.

Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) May 17, 2010 –

Zodiac Transcription – the online leader in transcription, medical record management and EMR transcription – is pleased to announce a new service for medical professionals: Total EMR transcription services. This newer service will assist small, medium and large-sized medical entities by offering them the ability to convert dictated notes into digital format—resulting in cutting down their time on computer data entries by allowing physicians and providers to continue using conventional dictation options. The company will offer proven and cutting-edge software solutions that will streamline the EMR documentation process, but without compromising the confidentiality of patients’ records.

According to the Sr. Vice President of Zodiac, Vishal Mehta, the aim of this newer service will be to make physicians’ jobs that much easier.

“Our goal is to provide a hassle-free and easy-to-use solution to physicians across the country,” states Mehta. “Our solution will increase the acceptance level of the EMR platform within the medical community, and will provide the ability to physicians to be able to better focus their talents on providing improved patient care—while our team will handle the integration, document management and compliance jobs for them.”

To assess these newer technological demands in the ever-growing medical sector, the company has several well-laid plans, including integration with several leading EMR companies that should pass through all of the hurdles. Mehta has also noted that the company is currently in discussions with them (other leading EMR companies), and that this can ultimately lead to a partnering and sharing of technologies—so that it can be presented to existing clients and future prospects as a viable and affordable service.

In order to adequately offer such modernized and revolutionary services in the medical sector, Zodiac Transcription Service will be launching a special module on their website (www. ZodiacHealth. com) just for EMR Integrated Transcription services.

Mehta asserts that their newer technology will greatly reduce patients’ records clutter, and will cut down on additional time spent on taking each patients’ notes, due to click-and-select, or template-driven EMR systems; physicians will be able to focus on patient care, instead of focusing on data entry.

“This offering will empower physicians to leverage technology without spending too much time learning it—allowing for them to focus their primary care efforts on patients, as opposed to entering data into a computer,” Mehta explains.

The company plans to unveil their new website module and service at the end of May, 2010.

To learn more about this exciting new EMR Transcription technology, please visit Zodiac online at: http://www. ZodiacHealth. com (http://www. ZodiacHealth. com).

Doctors training in Chattisgarh: Ayushman Endosurgery Centre, Raipur in the forefront

Ayushman Endosurgery Centre has successfully concluded the first ever live Advanced Laparoscopic Workshop to be held in Chattisgarh.

(PRWEB) February 26, 2004

Ayushman Endosurgery Centre at Raipur headed by world renowned minimal access surgeon Padmashree Dr. Pradeep K. Chowbey has kept up to its commitment given to the state government of Chattisgarh of conducting regular training programs for Doctors of the State apart from offering the best of medical services to the people of Chattisgarh.

Ayushman Endosurgery Centre has successfully concluded the first ever live Advanced Laparoscopic Workshop to be held in Chattisgarh. This 2 day workshop was held on November 15 & 16, 2003 at the Telemedicine hall of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Hospital with 6 endosurgeries being telecast live on a screen from the operation theaters of Ayushman Endosurgery Center. A large group of physicians & surgeons from across Chattisgarh attended this workshop & benefited by understanding the methodologies of endosurgery for Hernia, Fundoplication, Varicoceal, Ovarian cyst, Appendix & Gallbladder.

Dr. Pradeep Chowbey said that five of the patients on whom surgeries were conducted belonged to the Â“Below Poverty LineÂ” category and surgeries were performed free of cost. He said that it was very satisfying to offer cure to those belonging to the poorest of the poor.

He said that Ayushman Endosurgery Center in the premises of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Hospital is a state of art comprehensive minimal access surgery unit offering the best of endosurgical services in the areas of:

1.Hernia repair

2.Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder removal)

3.Laparoscopic Appendicectomy

4.Diagnostic Laparoscopy

5.A wide range of intra abdominal operations on the intestine, liver, spleen, stomach, cancer etc.

6.Various gynecological procedures

The surgical & paramedical teams are trained according to international standards & equal to the best said Dr. Chowbey. He also said that the core group of his surgical team has been in existence for more than a decade. The Ayushman group has numerous achievements to its credit. It features in Guinness book of records and Limca book of records 2000 / 2001 / 2002 / 2003 for having performed the largest number of minimal access surgical procedures. This group operated his Excellency Shri K. R. Narayanan, Past President of India on 29th March 2001 and is recognized today as international faculty the world over.

Dr. Chowbey said that the Ayushman Endosurgery Centre at Raipur has the best contemporary state of the art equipment imported from Germany and America. This centre will soon also start offering top line minimal access surgery services in the areas Gynaecology, ENT, Urology & Orthopaedic. A therapeutic Endoscopy unit is also being started soon.

He said that Â“Minimal access surgery (laparoscopy) today offers tremendous advantages and is the best hope for a country like IndiaÂ”. With advantages such as small incisions, less pain, medications and hospitalization, earlier hospital discharge and earlier return to work thus ensuring less number of working days lost.

Dr. Pradeep Chowbey said that a member of his core surgical team is always present at the Ayushman Endosurgery Center as its Medical Director. This he said, ensures that the best surgical standards followed by his team in Delhi is made available to the people of Chattisgarh.

He said that Surgeons & Physicians from Chattisgarh are welcome to be trained at Ayushman Endosurgery Centre in the advances made in minimal access surgery. He also appealed to the people of Chattisgarh that they should visit the center to learn more about the surgical cures offers here take advantage of the world class healthcare facilities available here.

Dr. Pradeep Chowbey said that regular workshops, seminars & training programmes will be conducted from time to time by Ayushman Endosurgery Centre for Doctors of Chattisgarh. He said that this center will soon emerge as the hub for training in minimal access surgery for the doctors of Chattisgarh & neighbouring states.

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Author & Master Motivator Julia Havey to address the 2nd World Obesity & Weight Loss Congress in Washington, D. C September 13, 2005

Julia Havey, author Â“Awaken the Diet WithinÂ” and the diet phenomena www. vicebustingdiet. com to address the 2nd World Obesity & Weight Loss Congress in Washington, D. C September 13, 2005

St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) July 15, 2005

Julia Havey will be sharing the stage with the directors of the American Obesity Association, The FDA and the FTC in the opening keynote speeches to the attendees of the World Obesity & Overweight Congress. These attendees are the makers of pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter remedies, diet plans and other products designed to battle obesity. She will be spelling out why traditional methods havenÂ’t yet solved the overweight problem and what has brought us to epidemic obesity.

Â“We live in a time where record numbers are having their stomachs stapled to then only have to make the very same lifestyle changes that bring about weight loss. It is alarming that the numbers of Gastric Bypass surgeries are soaring, we are spending $45 Billion on traditional Â“dietÂ” means and only getting fatter! We arenÂ’t obese because our stomachs are too big or we ephedra deficient; we are obese because we choose to put too much food in our stomachs, donÂ’t drink enough water or get enough exerciseÂ”Â—Julia Havey

Julia knows. She topped the scales at 290 pounds and was labeled morbidly obese by her doctor. Julia had been on various diets for over 17 years by that point and failed miserably at each one. Â“It was not until I identified my diet Â“vicesÂ” and busted them forever out of my life that I realized lasting weight lossÂ” says Julia. Julia lost 130 pounds, has kept it off for 10+ years and now helps millions of others to do the same as the Master Motivator at eDiets. com. She is the author of Â“Awaken the Diet WithinÂ” (#2 on Amazon. comÂ’s health rankingÂ—behind Dr. Atkins) and the creator of Â“The Vice Busting Diet; the LifeChanger ProgramÂ” and maintains the website, www. JuliaHavey. com.

The renowned Dr. David L. Katz acclaims JuliaÂ’s work; Â“In Â‘The Vice Busting Diet,Â’ Julia has designed for you dietary guidance that will meet your every specification, and surpass your every expectation. Julia is, in a word, terrific, and this is Julia at her best. The advice Julia offers is eminently sensible, definitely doable, and wonderfully empowering. It is also tried and true, the basis for JuliaÂ’s own remarkable weight loss success. Healthy, vibrant, and 130 lbs lighter than her former self, Julia talks about weight loss - and lasting weight control - not as a hypothetical, but as a journey she knows intimately. When you follow where Julia leads, there is no risk of losing your way, because Julia has walked every step of this walk already!Â”

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A Domestic Violence Website for the Victim and the Accused

The Law Offices of Donald P. Schweitzer is proud to announce the creation of a new website dedicated solely to domestic violence.

Pasadena, CA (PRWEB) August 10, 2006

What exactly constitutes domestic violence against another person? Is physical contact required? Or are threatening words enough? Questions such as these are answered on the new website dedicated specifically to the topic of domestic violence. This site is particularly unique because it contains information for both the victim and the accused.

The firm specializes in handling domestic violence matters. Their lawyers have extensive experience in managing domestic violence cases in both family and criminal courts, representing both the victim and the accused.

“As a former prosecutor, specially trained and experienced in prosecuting domestic violence cases, Mr. Schweitzer has been highly successful in representing victims and individuals accused of domestic violence in family and criminal courts,” says Cathy Padilla, senior paralegal at the Law Offices of Donald P. Schweitzer.

“Representing an individual involved in a domestic violence case requires an attorney with highly effective trial skills and a solid understanding of the law. We are a firm that provides that specialized service. Our professional legal team is fully equipped to handle these emergency types of matters and we are very familiar with the intricacies involved in domestic violence cases in family and criminal court,” says Donald Schweitzer, managing attorney.

An individual involved in a domestic violence incident should never be reluctant from requesting assistance because of a perceived stigma attached to being a victim or the accused. Domestic violence pervades all races, socio-economic classes, religions, and regions. Whatever your background, if you have been abused or accused, get assistance immediately for your own health and safety.

We urge you to view the new domestic violence website as it is a wealth of information.

Contact:

Maria Schweitzer, Office Administrator

Law Offices of Donald P. Schweitzer

(626) 683-8113

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QuickMedical&#174; Launches Cellerate RX&#174; from Wound Care Innovations

QuickMedical® Launches Cellerate RX® from Wound Care Innovations

Pressure ulcers occur in approximately 9% of hospitalized patients, usually during the first 2 weeks of hospitalization. A study found that even with the use of a pressure-reducing bed and early nutritional support, 3% of patients in a surgical intensive care unit who were employed in the study developed pressure ulcers. The annual risk of pressure ulceration of patients with neurologic impairment is 5-8%, with a lifetime risk of approximately 85% and a mortality rate of 8%*.

Issaquah, WA (PRWEB) November 8, 2010

The prevalence of pressure ulcers among patients residing in long-term care facilities has been reported as 2.3-28% and has been an increasingly common reason for litigation. The presence of a pressure ulcer increases a nurse's workload by 50% for the patient and adds approximately $20,000 to the hospital bill. The treatment of pressure ulcers in the United States is estimated to cost more than $1 billion annually*.

"We are very excited to be offering the Cellerate RX® products from Wound Care Innovations," said Scott Hanna, CEO at QuickMedical®. "These products represent a true advancement in collagen based wound care products and I'm sure will exceed expectations of both the healthcare professional and their patients."

Jane Fore MD, Director, Tri-State Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center, Clarkston, Washington State said, "CellerateRX® is the standard of care in my clinic. This product is compatible with other wound care products and gives the wound environment the basic building blocks for growth and contributes an essential part of the wound matrix that supports the migration of cells to healing tissues."

According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, an estimated 18 million Americans (6.3% of the population) are known to have diabetes, and millions more are considered to be at risk. Of those at risk, diabetes is undiagnosed in 5.2 million. Diabetic foot lesions are responsible for more hospitalizations than any other complication of diabetes. Among patients with diabetes, 15% will develop a foot ulcer, and 12-24% of those with a foot ulcer will require amputation. Indeed, diabetes is the leading cause of non-traumatic lower-extremity amputations in the United States, accounting for 60% of these amputations*.

Cathy Bradshaw, President of Wound Care Innovations said," 85% of all LEA (lower extremity amputations) are preceded by non-healing ulcerations. Our Cellerate RX® product has been shown to successfully address these diabetic wounds. Lower extremity wounds and the incidence of amputations is a serious issue in healthcare and we have a product that has been shown to provide quality outcomes in a cost effective manner."

CellerateRX® is FDA cleared for acute and chronic wounds which include but are not limited to: diabetic ulcers, venous stasis ulcers, ulcers due to arterial insufficiency, pressure ulcers stages I-IV, surgical wounds, traumatic wounds, superficial wounds, and 1st and 2nd degree burns. It is manufactured in the United States.

CellerateRX®'s patented activated collagen fragments are a fraction of the size of native collagen molecules, delivering the benefits of collagen to the body immediately. Manufactured in the USA. Apply 2-3 times per week. Type-1 bovine collagen.

About QuickMedical®:

Started in 1993, QuickMedical® is a national distributor of medical supplies and equipment. With offices and warehouse located in Issaquah, WA, QuickMedical® is able to provide nearly 16,000 medical products to choose from with the convenience of ordering directly by phone, fax or website. Many items are shipped within 24 hours. QuickMedical® is also a distributor for a number of manufacturers who offer their products via Premier, MedAssets, Amerinet, and other Group Purchasing Organization contracts. For government (GSA) pricing, call 888-345-4858.

About Wound Management Technologies, Inc. (WNDM):

Wound Management Technologies, Inc.'s primary focus is the distribution of its unique, patented collagen product, Cellerate RX®, in the $3.2B worldwide advanced wound care market, a market that is growing due to aging populations and the increase of diabetes. Over the past 2 years Wound Management has focused on developing evidenced-based studies on Cellerate RX® and gaining physician awareness by participation in key industry conferences. Now Wound Management is focused on expanding sales through partnerships and contracted independent representatives. Wound Management has other advanced biotech products in development for bone wax, bone void fillers and shingles pain reduction as well as a subsidiary focused on eHealth technology for secure healthcare data collaboration and storage. More information can be found on the company's web sites: http://www. wmgtech. com, http://www. celleraterx. com, and http://www. secureehealth. com. Wound Care Innovations, LLC, is a wholly owned subsidiary of WNDM.

*Source: Richard M Stillman, MD, FACS. Honorary Medical Staff, Northwest Medical Center; Former Chief of Staff and Medical Director, Wound Healing Center, Department of Surgery, Northwest Medical Center

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North Carolina Faith HIV SUMMIT

Clergy from around NC will assemble in Rocky Mount NC May 18, 2004

(PRWEB) May 5, 2004

Division of Public Health

HIV/STD Prevention and Care Branch

Present:

Featuring

Keynote Speaker

Dr. John Kinney

Virginia Union University

Richmond, VA

Holiday Central Complex

Holiday Inn Rocky Mount

651 Winstead Avenue Exit

252-937-6888

Tuesday, May 18, 2004

9:00am - 3:30pm

The purpose of this "summit" is three fold:

To provide an opportunity for North Carolina Clergy to review and respond to the regional action plans from the statewide faith conference

To raise awareness regarding the new testing options and how the faith-based community can encourage testing

To provide a forum for clergy to educate other clergy on ways to work with HIV/AIDS with in their communities.

By the end of this one-day summit clergy will have:

Reviewed and responded to the regional action plans including methods of further implications of those plans.

Demonstrated their understanding of new testing options by illustrating ways to encourage testing.

Knowledge of how HIV/AIDS are affecting minorities in NC and will devise strategies to reach this population (in their region) through faith-based initiatives.

Come show your support! Registration is FREE

To register:

Please fax in your Registration to (919) 715-4822

Please register no later than

Friday, May 7,2004

Any Questions or Concerns please contact Cheryl Gill @ 919-733-9558

Registration Form

Please fax in your Registration to Heather Bank

(919) 715-4822

Name_________________________________

Church/Organization ________________________________________

Address _______________________________________________________________

County ___________________

Please register no later than

Friday, May 7,2004

(1 registration form per person attending)

Seminar Featuring Richard Branson, The Dalai Lama and Many More - The Event of the Decade

In October 2009, Calgary, Canada Will be the Host to Probably The Event of the Decade. The Seminar Features Luminaries Such as Sir Richard Branson, His Holiness The Dalai Lama, Dr. Stephen R. Covey and Many More and is Focused on Engaging Business, Organizations and Individuals in Our Community to Create the Catalyst for Positive Change From an Economic, Social and Environmental Perspective.

Calgary, Alberta (PRWEB) September 1, 2009

In October 2009, Calgary, Canada will be the host to probably the event of the decade. The Engage Today 2009 Seminar held at the Telus Convention Centre in Calgary, Alberta, Canada from September 30th to October 3rd features luminaries such as Sir Richard Branson, His Holiness The Dalai Lama, Dr. Stephen R. Covey and many more. It is focused on engaging business, organizations and individuals in our community to create the catalyst for positive change from an economic, social and environmental perspective.

The speakers attending this magnificent event will combine their expertise in personal development, leadership, communication, and business development to provide the attendees with a holistic approach to engaging in the new economy and the new business world. This is an exciting opportunity to learn from some of the greatest minds on the planet today.

Engage Today (http://engagetoday. org) will provide the international business, investment and non-profit communities the opportunity to see first-hand how many of the world's leaders are creating significant change through their organizations. You will learn how to bring about change and ignite your passion, whether you are the CEO of a major international corporation, the owner of a small business, a sole proprietor or anywhere in between.

Best-selling authors, incredible business visionaries, and some of the most insightful experts are going to share their secrets with you. People like Bill Phillips (Body-for-LIFE), Janet Attwood (The Passion Test), Bill Harris (star of 'The Secret'), Marci Shimoff (Happy For No Reason), and the list goes on!

And if you can't make the live call each time, you'll ALSO be able to access the replays of the calls - all at no cost! You'll get access to this exclusive program, both the live calls and it won't cost you anything. To get all the details, go to this link right now:

These incredible teachers are ready to give you the keys to the future, and help you create prosperity, happiness and freedom in your life. Whether you are looking for personal coaching, life coaching, CEO coaching or business coaching, this event will provide you with the inspiration and motivation you need to take on the change occurring right now all around the world.

All you have to do is step into this opportunity and take advantage of it! Hundreds have already reserved their spot in this training series, so you need to grab your spot NOW before it's too late.

Faculties:

Sir Richard Branson (http://engagetoday. org/richard-branson), president and founder of Virgin Group. Its 200 companies employ 50,000 people in 29 countries in the aviation, entertainment, hospitality and leisure, telecommunications, financial services, health and wellness and clean energy industries. Dr. Stephen R. Covey. Recognized as one of Time magazine's 25 most influential Americans, Dr. Stephen R. Covey has dedicated his life to demonstrating how every person can control their destiny. Janet Bray Attwood, visionary leader and world humanitarian. Janet is the co-author of the New York Times bestseller The Passion Test - The Effortless Path to Discovering Your Life's Purpose. President F. W. De Klerk - Nobel Peace Prize, 1993 Barbara De Angelis - International Best Selling Author and Transformational Authority Michael Drew - Owner, Promote A Book, Inc. Bill Harris - Founder and Director, Centerpointe Research Institute and star of "The Secret" Vishen Lakhiani - Global Authority on Social Media and Online Marketing Eben Pagan - International Authority on Marketing and Online Business Tony Hsieh - CEO, Zappos. com Bill Phillips - International Authority on Health and Entrepreneurship Marci Shimoff - #1 New York Times Bestselling Author

And More...

His Holiness the Dalai Lama. As part of your registration for this event, you will have the unique opportunity to attend the Calgary address by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. His Holiness is appearing as a special guest of the University of Calgary. (note: this is not the public address at the Saddledome you will attend, but a separate and more intimate presentation which is being held at the TELUS Convention Centre)

Free Pre-Event Teleseminars:

Before you decide to register, you can get free access to free pre-event teleseminars right here! Prepare to learn from Nobel Laureates, spiritual leaders, best-selling authors, top fundraisers, the famed "Virgin billionaire," and MORE…

In the pre-event teleseminars, you'll discover...

Richard Branson's principles of social entrepreneurship and his true story of how he started Virgin Airlines Dr. Stephen Covey's principles of how to create a successful life by attracting success and prosperity Lynne Twist's principles of how to end world hunger, empowering woman, nurturing youth, promoting economic integrity and spiritual authenticity Bill Harris' principles of how to quickly and easily create the mindset to overcome obstacles and take control of the life you want Brendon Burchard's principles of how to get corporate sponsors and non-profit organizations to fund your projects and ventures Bill Phillips' principles of fitness and wellness that can transform your body and life in 12 weeks or less Plus...Discover what Richard Branson and the Dalai Lama Have in Common (you'll get see both of them live on stage if you attend the EVENT OF THE DECADE this Fall)

Best of all...even if you have no experience, no expertise, and no chance of success these pre-event teleseminar trainings alone quite possibly will help you dissolve the roadblocks that have gotten in the way to live the life of your dreams.

By accessing these pre-event teleseminars you will never again let your old excuses hold you back again you're about to discover secrets of how to create abundance in any life, any market, and any economy…

Bryan Adams, K. D. Lang and Friends Concert:

Be one of the first 500 to register and you'll receive a FREE pass to a special private performance by Bryan Adams, K. D. Lang and friends the evening of Wednesday, September 30th. Tickets cannot be bought separately for this concert, so register now before it's sold out! ($349.00 Value).

Free Best-Selling Books Bonus: (http://engagetoday. org/engage-today-2009-essential-bonus-for-the-successful-ceo/)

EngageToday. org also offers you any three of 15 best-selling books (http://engagetoday. org/engage-today-2009-essential-bonus-for-the-successful-ceo/) authored by luminaries speaking at the Engage Today 2009 seminar. These books are free and will be delivered to your door should you register through the following link:

About Engage Today 2009:

Engage Today is the brainchild of Greg Habstritt, founder and president of SimpleWealth and the Real Equity Group of Companies. With more than 20 years of entrepreneurial and investment experience, Greg has founded, built and sold more than a dozen companies; become a millionaire with four businesses in four industries; and received numerous awards, including Young Entrepreneur of the Year.

Contact:

Deon van der Westhuizen

EngageToday. org (http://engagetoday. org/engage-today-2009)

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Piribo: New Publication Announcement, The Outlook for Medical Devices: Russia

Piribo, (piribo. com) the online destination for business intelligence for the biotech and pharmaceutical industry, has now added a new report called “The Outlook for Medical Devices: Russia”.

(PRWEB) August 20, 2006

The Russian market is potentially huge, given its population and potential wealth of natural resources. Health expenditure remains very low however, and patients are often forced to rely on out-of-pocket payments for treatment. A system of medical insurance is in place, but is largely considered ineffective. The Russian healthcare system retains most of its Soviet-era characteristics, remaining bureaucratic and inefficient. The government is planning to carry out healthcare reforms however, which aims to affect staffing and the quality of care. Russian medical device manufacturers are generally small and undercapitalised, and tend to produce obsolete products; they can only compete with Western products in terms of cost. The country has a strong scientific research base but has no experience of commercialising new products. Almost 80% of the market is supplied by imports. Germany, the USA and France were the leading suppliers in 2004, accounting for over 30% of imports. The value of imports has generally increased over the last five years, although growth in 2004 was modest, at 6.4%. Medical device market outlook reports are ideal for executives wanting to understand the key drivers in the medical market and stay up to date with market developments over the coming year. The reports provide a comprehensive analysis of the market, five-year market forecasts, national data projections, market outlook and key developments such as regulation, health facilities and government policy. When you buy a medical device market outlook report you will receive 3 quarterly updated reports at no additional charge.

Contents

Executive Summary

Medical Device Market

Key National Data Projections

Russia Medical Device Outlook

“The Outlook for Medical Devices: Russia” is available from Piribo. For more information go to: http://www. piribo. com/publications/temp/outlook_medical_devices_russia. html (http://www. piribo. com/publications/temp/outlook_medical_devices_russia. html)

Piribo Product ID: ESP949

About Piribo.

Piribo is a UK-based independent online store supplying business information on the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. The website now carries over 3,800 English language titles including, market reports, studies and books and is the UK’s largest online biopharma information store. Subscribers receive a free monthly newsletter and email alerts on new titles in their areas of interest. The company was established in 2004.

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Highlighting a Bright Spot in a Down Economy, Career Step to Re-launch Online Healthcare Training Program

Career Step re-launches its Inpatient and Outpatient Medical Coding and Billing program. Healthcare a lone bright spot in a down economy.

Provo, Utah (PRWEB) June 30, 2010

Careers in healthcare fields are one of the bright spots in an otherwise down economy. In an effort to highlight these job opportunities, Career Step, a leading online healthcare education company, has re-launched its Inpatient and Outpatient Medical Coding and Billing program (http://careerstep. com/courses/coding-billing-intro? uid=pub100629).

“Career Step has always focused its training programs on fields that show continued patterns of growth,” said Mike Hodgson, Career Step’s Vice President of Enrollments. “We’ve chosen to re-launch our Inpatient and Outpatient Medical Coding and Billing program this month to draw attention the fact that the number of jobs in this field aren’t following the nationwide trend—there are more opportunities now than there were several years ago, and the field is still growing.”

Both the U. S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) have recently released reports on the number of jobs the Medical Coding and Billing field will generate within the next few years. The BLS classifies medical coding and billing professionals as a part of the Medical Records and Health Information Technician field and projects a 20% increase in employment before 2018—representing over 37,000 new jobs. This projected growth will be triggered and sustained by the aging population and the increasing number of medical tests, treatments, and procedures. In comparison, the AHIMA study estimates that there will be a shortage of over 75,000 health information specialists, including medical coding and billing professionals, before 2014.

The Career Step Inpatient and Outpatient Medical Coding and Billing training program allows students to train for a new medical coding and billing career in less than a year while still ensuring that they gain the skills needed to gain employment after graduation. The program also allows students to broaden their career opportunities by simultaneously training for both the inpatient and outpatient coding specialties. For more information on the medical coding and billing field or Career Step’s training program, visit CareerStep. com/IOMCB-Top10 (http://careerstep. com/IOMCB-Top10/?uid=pub100629) or call 1-800-246-7837.

About Career Step

Career Step, a leading online healthcare education company, enjoys a tremendous market advantage in the industry by virtue of its reputation as an innovative, competency-based training company. Career Step is committed to helping each enrolling student graduate and successfully transition to a rewarding career. For more information on Career Step, please visit www. careerstep. com (http://careerstep. com/?uid=pub100629) or call 1-800-246-7837.

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Dehumidifier Retailer AchooAllergy. com Offers Tips for Controlling High Humidity

Mold is a major health concern and thrives in high humidity. Homeowners and businesses alleviate mold by controlling humidity. Humidity is best controlled by dehumidification. AchooAllergy. com is an expert dehumidifier retailer.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) March 4, 2009

Mold concerns are everywhere and too few people know the importance of controlling humidity in the battle against mold growth. Relative humidity is the measure of moisture content in the air relative to how much moisture the air could potentially hold at a given temperature. Allergists and environmental control experts all agree, relative humidity should be monitored and maintained between 40% and 50% to prevent mold growth. In addition to mold growth, high humidity levels can spur the dreaded dust mite to thrive.

AchooAllergy. com recently completed the renovation of its entire dehumidifier (http://www. achooallergy. com/dehumidifiers. asp) offering and offers solutions from residential room units to light commercial and industrial units that can operate efficiently in low temperatures. In addition to a comprehensive offering, AchooAllergy. com's associates underwent extensive product training and are now dehumidification experts.

Danby Dehumidifiers (http://www. achooallergy. com/compare-danby-dehumidifiers. asp) are popular among home owners, and consumers having more severe issues often opt for industrial / commercial units, such as ebac dehumidifiers (http://www. achooallergy. com/ebac-dehumidifiers. asp). Many models are Energy Star rated to save on power consumption.

In addition to using a dehumidifier, there are several other things that can be done to reduce humidity including:

Make sure their are no leaks or seepage in and around your home or office. Improper landscaping, leaking pipes, faulty gutters and clogged drains can all increase the amount of water and moisture in and around your home or office.

Use your dryer. Some of us like to allow certain articles of clothing to air dry for fear of shrinkage in the dryer. By allowing laundry to air dry in your home, you are increasing the overall humidity levels. Inspect the dryer vent to make sure it is actually vented to the exterior of your home and inspect the hose for cracks or leaks.

Always remember to use exhaust fans whenever possible. In the bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans can quickly remove excess moisture out of your home.

Keep doors open in your home and allow air to circulate from room to room. By allowing heat to circulate you can bring warm air to colder places where moisture is likely to condense.

Air out your home periodically.

Customers interested in learning more about the importance of dehumidification as it relates to mold growth and other health problems are encouraged to contact AchooAllergy. com. Through a brief consultation, an AchooAllergy. com associate will recommend an appropriate dehumidifier (http://www. achooallergy. com/dehumidifiers. asp) for even the toughest moisture problems. Most models qualify for free shipping and several models include a free humidity gauge.

AchooAllergy. com is a multi-channel retailer founded in 2000 which sells allergy and asthma relief products, air purifiers, HEPA vacuum cleaners, dehumidifiers, humidifiers, and allergy bedding via the internet, a product catalog, and a network of over 4,000 referring allergy physicians. The company also manufacturers Allergy Armor Allergy Bedding, boasting the smallest average pore size in the industry. As a pioneer in the field of allergy relief products, achooallergy. com is one of the most visited websites for allergy relief products and allergy relief information on the web.

For more information, please contact:

P. Cade McDonald

Chief Allergy Sufferer

AchooAllergy. com

3411 Pierce Drive

Atlanta, GA 30341

800-339-7123

Cade @ AchooAllergy. com

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Citadel Files Provisionary Patent For Hercules(TM), Software for Automatically Repairing Network Security Vulnerabilities

Hercules offers revolutionary security benefits for large corporations and organizations.

(PRWEB) January 5, 2002

DALLAS, TEXAS Â– January 4, 2002 - CT Holdings (OTCBB: CITN) today announced that its subsidiary, Citadel Security Software, Inc., a leading provider of network security and privacy software, has filed a provisional U. S. patent for core technologies and processes for Hercules(TM), its automated network vulnerability remediation application. HerculesÂ’ revolutionary design totally automates the remediation process. The first solution of its kind, Hercules will reduce the work effort for IT personnel by fixing vulnerabilities faster and more accurately. This in turn will reduce costs, secure the network and ensure corporate security.

The Hercules Beta program was successfully launched in December. Participants in this program include a variety of large corporations and institutions. Initial customer evaluations are strong and indicate the product will be well received by security and IT professionals.

Â“Hercules is a breakthrough remediation solution. WeÂ’re confident its pioneering approach will be rewarded with patent protection,Â” said Steven B. Solomon, Chairman and CEO of CT Holdings, Inc. and Citadel Security. Â“Not only does Hercules uniquely and effectively fill critical security gaps in the enterprise computing environment, it also saves corporations a significant amount of time and resources as well as reducing security risks.Â”

Using an exclusive process, Hercules automates the remediation of vulnerabilities discovered by leading scanning applications such as ISS, Network Associates CyberCop and Microsoft. The system operates in Windows 2000 and XP, and future releases will support the Unix/Linux and Solaris platforms. Hercules provides customers with real-time remediation definitions allowing system administrators and security officers to quickly select and deploy resolutions for the vulnerabilities found in their environment. It also generates reports of resolved vulnerabilities and continuously monitors systems to ensure compliance.

"We are extremely pleased with HerculesÂ’ initial market acceptance. Citadel's mission to leverage years of technology development into a highly scalable security solution today becomes reality," said Carl E. Banzhof, Chief Technology Officer for Citadel Security. "HerculesÂ’ advanced technology provides a solution that will reduce the lifecycle of vulnerabilities from discovery to remediation and continued compliance."

For more information about Hercules or any other Citadel Security Software products, visit www. citadel. com.

About Citadel Security Software:

Citadel Security Software, Inc. develops and markets computer security and privacy software and network vulnerability remediation systems for one of the fastest growing segments today Â– security Â“inside the firewall.Â” These products enable companies to enforce security policies from a single point of control across all Windows and NetWare platforms. Citadel Security Software products secure confidential information, applications and systems from unauthorized access, worms, and other security vulnerabilities. The products specifically enforce policies recently mandated by HIPAA and Gramm-Leach-Bliley legislation for the health care and financial industries. CitadelÂ’s clients include IBM Global Services, Merrill Lynch, the U. S. Navy and several large health care companies.

Citadel Security Software is a subsidiary of CT Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: CITN). CT Holdings has previously disclosed its intention to spin off the shares of Citadel Security to the shareholders of CT Holdings upon compliance with SEC requirements. For information on purchasing Citadel Security Software products, contact the company at: Citadel Security Software, Inc., 3811 Turtle Creek Blvd., Suite 770, Dallas, Texas 75219; phone: 214/520.9292; fax: 214/520.9293, or visit its web site at www. citadel. com.

Safe Harbor/Forward-looking Statements

Except for the historical information contained herein, this news release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with the events required to occur before the consummation of the distribution, lack of Citadel Security operating history, and the uncertainty of future profitability of Citadel Security, as well as uncertainties related to the Hercules patent application, and there can be no assurances that the Hercules patent application will be awarded or that Citadel's intellectual property will otherwise be protected. These and other risks are detailed from time to time in CT Holdings' SEC reports, including the report on Form 10-KSB for the year ended December 31, 2000 and its most recent Form 10-QSBs, as well as in the Registration Statement on Form 10-SB, to be filed by Citadel Security in connection with the proposed distribution

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CELEBRITY-STUDDED TOTALMENTE LATINA TOUR SET TO TOUR SIX CITIES NATIONWIDE!

Celebrity event sponsored by Procter & Gamble, featuring strong Latina personalities, is kicking off in Miami for nationwide tour. Purpose of Totalmente Latina Tour is to empower and inspire Latina teens to become stronger young women.

(PRWEB) July 5, 2002

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contacts: Pamela Madrid Susan Urza

(310) 444-7064 (305) 745-3817 pmadrid@porternovelli. com surza@porternovelli. com

NATIONWIDE TOTALMENTE LATINA TOUR ENTICES TEEN GIRLS WITH MIX OF DYNAMIC CELEBRITIES AND LATINA FLAVOR

CINCINATTI (July 3, 2002) Â– Mente, Cuerpo y EspÃritu (mind, body and spirit). In a quest to empower Latina teen girls to build a healthy self-image of mind, body and spirit, Procter & Gamble has gathered some of the hottest Latina celebrity panelists and experts for the first ever Totalmente Latina Tour (TLT). With stops in six major cities across the United States, TLT promises to infuse audiences with real-life inspiration and the tools necessary to manage peer pressure, recognize cultural expectations, nurture meaningful relationships and build a positive self-image.

THE TLT FORUM

Designed for todayÂ’s Latina teen, the TLT Forum offers a fun-filled and informative experience that encourages girls to learn from each other and collectively build a stronger generation of young women. Female celebrity panelists such as rising Sopranos star Jamie-Lynn Sigler, telenovela star Adamari LÃ³pez of Amigas y Rivales, Lesley Ann Machado of Latin Access, fitness guru Gloria Araya-Quinlan and motivational speakers, who all have their own stories of struggle-and-triumph, will share their secrets about what it takes to be a successful Latina woman in todayÂ’s world. Girls will also receive useful tips on how to truly accept themselves and the opportunity to discuss common issues affecting their lives. (For a more comprehensive list of celebrities in each tour stop, visit www. totalmentelatina. com.)

"Unfortunately, there are still a few cultural barriers which discourage Latina teen girls from realizing their full potential," stated TLT panelist, Jamie-Lynn Sigler. "I strongly believe that everyone is capable of living their sueÃ±os (dreams), but you need to believe in yourself! This is a unique opportunity for Latina girls to interact with their peers, learn from a diverse group of panelists and gain the tools necessary to take their dreams to the next level."

THE CONCERT

Immediately following the Forum, TLT attendees will be treated to the rhythmic sounds of a Latin-inspired live performance from one of the following major recording artists where participants can bailar (dance) to the latest chart topping songs. Performers scheduled to appear in selected markets include Pilar Montenegro and MDO. (For a more comprehensive list of performers in each tour stop visit www. totalmentelatina. com.)

THE EXPO

The day concludes at the Expo where attendees can participate in several fun photo opportunities and indulge in Â“all things beautiful.Â” Attendees can also receive free beauty tips, makeovers, indulgent massages and free samples from a variety of Procter & Gamble sponsored brands as well as national and local media partners. Sponsors for the summer 2002 tour and Expo include: Latina magazine, Always, Covergirl, Crest SpinBrush, Crest Toothpaste, Head & Shoulders, Herbal Essences True Intense Color, Noxzema, Pantene, Secret, Tampax, Thermacare and Toejam. com.

Â“Procter & Gamble has always admired the uniquely adventurous spirit shared by millions of Latina-American teens across the nation,Â” stated Felisa Insignares, P&G spokesperson for TLT. Â“We are excited to introduce the Totalmente Latina Tour as a means to empower Latina teen girls to make their dreams a reality.Â”

ABOUT THE 2002 TOUR

By the end of September, TLT will have completed its debut tour with stops in Miami, Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, San Diego and San Antonio with an empowering message of total wellness designed to build a stronger generation of Latina young women.

ABOUT PROCTER & GAMBLE

P&G markets more than 250 brands including AlwaysÂ®, PanteneÂ®, PringlesÂ®, OlayÂ®, Herbal EssencesÂ®, CrestÂ®, Head & ShouldersÂ® and CovergirlÂ®, NoxzemaÂ®, SecretÂ®, TampaxÂ® and ThermacareÂ®. P&G employs nearly 106,000 people in more than 80 countries worldwide. For more information about P&G, please visit our website at www. pg. com.

ABOUT GRASSROOTS PROMOTIONS

Grassroots Promotions, LLC (GP) is a full-service marketing strategy firm specializing in the creation, planning, and implementation of targeted promotions. The minority-owned company is designed to be the link between marketing managers of major corporations and grassroots-level marketing opportunities in the urban community.

ABOUT LATINA MAGAZINE

Latina magazine is the leading bilingual lifestyle publication for Hispanic women in the United States. Covering the best of Latino fashion, beauty, culture and food, the magazine also features celebrity profiles and interviews. In addition to being featured on the ADWEEK Hot List in 2000 and 2001, Latina was named Best Magazine by Advertising Age in 2000.

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*EditorÂ’s note: All press kit content and panelist photos can be retrieved from the press room on www. totalmentelatina. com.

Registration Opens for Two RFID Health-Care Events

RFID Journal announced that registration is now open for two one-day RFID in Health Care events in 2010—one in Los Angeles, the other in Philadelphia. Each event is focused on helping health-care providers understand how the technology can help them improve patient safety, hospital operations and supply chain efficiencies.

New York (PRWEB) April 30, 2010

RFID Journal, the world's leading media and events company covering radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, today announced that registration is open for two one-day conferences focused on helping health-care providers understand how the technology can help them improve patient safety, hospital operations and supply chain efficiencies. RFID in Health Care West will be held on June 15, 2010, at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa, in Los Angeles, Calif., and RFID in Health Care East will be held on Oct. 12, at the Radisson Plaza-Warwick Hotel, in Philadelphia, Penn.

"The application of RFID in the health-care sector is a very hot topic today, due to the increasing cost pressures on hospitals," said Mark Robert, RFID Journal's founder and editor. "We are launching these events in response to the demand for information by health-care professionals. As with all of our events, we will feature end users presenting objective case studies about how they are using different types of RFID technology to optimize their operations and improve patient outcomes."

Educational seminars at the RFID in Health Care events will cover the following topics:

Patient Monitoring: Learn how hospitals are employing RFID to track patients from check-in to checkout, thereby reducing the time nurses spend collecting information and confirming patient identities. Asset Tracking: Hospitals often have many assets that are underutilized. Real-world case studies will show how RFID systems can be employed to track assets in real time, thus improving asset utilization, lowering maintenance costs and decreasing the need to purchase additional assets. Supply Chain Tracking: Hospitals purchase high-value pharmaceuticals and other supplies that can be stolen, lost or misplaced. Learn how RFID can help companies better track goods from major suppliers, as well as reduce costs and shrinkage. Patient Safety: RFID can be used not only to ensure that patients are never administered the wrong medications, but also to prevent the misidentification of surgical patients, make sure sponges are not left in patients and ensure that surgical instruments are properly sterilized. Automated Billing: Some hospitals have begun to utilize RFID to automatically identify patients, the procedures they undergo and the drugs they are given, so that bills can be generated automatically, reducing labor and ensuring that the facilities are paid for care delivered.

RFID in Health Care West and East will present valuable opportunities for professional caregivers to learn how the latest RFID systems can help them improve patient care while lowering costs. "There is no doubt in my mind," Roberti stated, "that attendees to these two events will come away with information that will generate tens of thousands, or even hundreds of thousands, of dollars in annual savings for their organizations."

For more information, please visit the RFID in Health Care Web site, www. rfidjournalevents. com/healthcare/ (http://www. rfidjournalevents. com/healthcare/), or contact Attendee Registration at healthcare(at)rfidjournal(dot)com or (631) 249-4960.

About RFID Journal

RFID Journal is the leading source of news and in-depth information regarding radio frequency identification (RFID) and its many business applications. Business executives and implementers depend on RFID Journal for up-to-the-minute RFID news, in-depth case studies, best practices, strategic insights and information about vendor solutions. This has made RFID Journal the most relied-upon and respected RFID information resource, serving the largest audience of RFID decision-makers worldwide—in print, online and at face-to-face events. For more information, visit www. rfidjournal. com.

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Local Fitness Entrepreneur Nettie Reeves Nominated for Steve Harvey's Hoodie Awards Community Leader

Nettie Reeves, owner of Charlotte-based fitness business, N'shape with'N, LLC, has been nominated as one of the top 4 finalist for the "Best Community Leader' category for Steve Harvey's Hoodie Awards. Vote for her on Sept. 17, 2007, 6 a. m. - 6 p. m. EST.

Charlottle, NC (PRWEB) September 7, 2007

The winner will be named on Oct. 19 at the 5th Annual Hoodie Awards which will be held in The Orleans Arena in Las Vegas, Nev. In order for Reeves to win in her category, the Charlotte community and clients from around the country will have to vote for her again on Sept. 17, from 6 a. m. until 6:00 p. m. EST by voting online at http://www. steveharvey. com/hoodie_vote2/ (http://www. steveharvey. com/hoodie_vote2/).

The Hoodie Awards recognize everyday figures and business owners for their belief, courage and commitment. Individual winners will be selected from each of the 12 categories.

Reeves' clients nominated her for the award because they said she embodies a winning spirit, openly shares wellness principles, and offers healthy living tips designed to impact the African-American community. "My work is all about changing lives and giving back to my community," said Reeves, the 10-year owner of N'shape with'N.

Reeves, a fitness expert for more than 20 years, business owner, motivational speaker, community activist and playwright, exemplifies an everyday kind of woman who's doing extraordinary work in Charlotte and surrounding communities. Reeves is shaking up Charlotte, NC with her energy, creativity and funky fit workouts. More importantly, her students are creating a healthier lifestyle while dancing and sculpting away inches. N'shape with'N has 22 fitness instructors, and Reeves estimates that the business, on the average, reaches 400 people per day.

"Fitness is my gift and passion. Keeping myself and community healthy is a daily commitment," Reeves added.

N'shape with'N is located in uptown Charlotte. The Aerobics and Personal Training Studio provides fitness education, personal training, weight management and nutritional guidance for group and individual fitness. To learn more about Reeves and her community involvement, visit www. nshapewithn. com or write her at nettie@nshapewithn. com.

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Healthy Fast Food Targets Healthcare Retail, George Naddaff to Present UFood Grill at Paquin Conference

The healthcare retail industry's annual Healthcare Retail '08 Conference, (www. HealthcareRetail08.com) today announced that George Naddaff, Chairman and CEO of UFood Restaurant Group, will address the conference as a featured speaker.

Orlando, FL (PRWEB) April 25, 2008

"As American consumers' food tastes shift toward healthier choices, UFood Grill is poised to be a leader in the 'better-for-you' quick-serve restaurant category," stated Tony Paquin, CEO of The Paquin Group. "George's previous success as an innovator in the restaurant franchising industry and his plans to target the hospital market makes this a must-see presentation for all hospital executives."

Conference attendees will have the opportunity to meet with George and to discuss a partnership between their hospitals and his restaurant group.

George is frequently featured in publications such as Forbes, Entrepreneur, Success, The Wall Street Journal, and most recently in the February 2008 issue of Inc. Magazine. The magazine described him as America's franchising guru. Naddaff is most known for the stunning success of Boston Market, originally Boston Chicken, which he sold in 1992 to a group of Blockbuster Video executives and shared in its record-setting IPO (143% first-day increase) in 1993.

UFood Grill offers a healthy lifestyle alternative in the fast-casual restaurant place. The restaurant group is committed to providing great-tasting fast food that consumers can feel good about eating. UFood Grill has recently partnered with George Foreman to spread awareness about healthy, quick-serve dining.

The Healthcare Retail '08 Conference is sponsored by The Paquin Group, the nation's leading healthcare retail consultancy, and is the premier meeting event for hospitals and healthcare organizations considering or currently implementing a retail strategy. The sale of healthcare-related products is a rapidly expanding market that generates revenues of more than $500 billion annually. It represents a highly profitable and sizable source of revenue for healthcare systems.

"Implementing a retail strategy is now seen as important for hospitals and healthcare systems to generate new, non-reimbursed revenue," stated Paquin.

The conference covers a complete range of healthcare retail topics, including specific information on how to assess and implement healthcare retail systems to capture a portion of this burgeoning market. These include hospital retail locations, ecommerce solutions, branding strategies, loyalty cards, private label brands, in-room education/television technology and medical day spas.

Registration and information about the conference can be found at www. HealthcareRetail08.com or by calling 407-566-1091.

About The Paquin Group

The Paquin Group, the nation's leading specialist in healthcare-based retail, is an alliance of industry leading experts and resources created to assist hospitals in the implementation of healthcare retail strategies. The company's core mission is to increase revenue opportunities and minimize risks for healthcare organizations. The Paquin Group helps hospitals identify and implement these new retail revenue strategies. For more information, visit: www. thepaquingroup. com

About UFood Restaurant Group, Inc.

Headquartered in Boston, MA, UFood Restaurant Group, Inc. is a franchisor and operator of fast-casual food service restaurants with an integrated retail store that sells nutritional products for a dual-revenue stream business. UFood Grill offers a healthy lifestyle alternative to consumers in the fast-casual restaurant space and is positioned to become a leading player in the "better-for-you" quick serve restaurant category. The Company is led by franchise innovator George Naddaff, who founded Boston Market and led the franchising of several companies including Sylvan Learning Center and Ranch*1. Mr. Naddaff has a veteran management team with a record of success in the franchise market. UFood is currently launching a growth plan to franchise nationwide with the assistance of spokesperson George Foreman. For more information, visit: www. ufoodgrill. com

Media Contact:

Houston Winn

407-566-1005

Houston. winn@thepaquingroup. com

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Workplace Violence Expert W. Barry Nixon Addresses Employee on Employee Workplace Violence Issues

Preeminent workplace violence expert, W. Barry Nixon, SPHR, Executive Director, National Institute for the Prevention of Workplace Violence, Inc., will present a session focusing on the types of interventions used to address Â‘employee on employeeÂ’ violence, Tuesday, November 16 at 10:30 am, at the NIOSH Conference, Â“Partnering in Workplace Violence Prevention: Translating Research into PracticeÂ”, the Wyndham-Baltimore Inner Harbor, Baltimore, Maryland.

Lake Forest, CA (PRWEB) November 10, 2004

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is convening, for the first time, a conference on the topic of workplace violence. Mr. Nixon was one of a select group of experts that was invited to present one of the breakout sessions addressing the typology of workplace violence that has evolved over the last decade; in this case from the employee on employee perspective.

Media will be interested in attending to get an update on the types of interventions that can be used to address employee on employee violence. The discussion will cover:

Facility Risk Assessments Organizational Risk Assessment, an analysis of: Policies Procedures Practices Management actions Management and employee attitudes and opinions about employee treatment Fair employment practices Violence in the workplace -Individual Threat Assessment

Identification and observation of Â“early warningÂ” signs Dangerous Employee profile Personal and Organizational Restraining Orders Ministry in the Workplace Training Zero Tolerance and Key Workplace Violence Prevention Policies No Weapons in the Workplace Policy Background Checking Policy Domestic Violence Policy Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) Security Measures Security Prevention through Environment Design (SPTED)

Complete details and a full review of workplace violence issues can be found at www. workplaceviolence911.com, or by calling W. Barry Nixon at 949-770-5264 or emailing wbnixon@aol. com.

As a recognized leader in occupational violence prevention, the National Institute for the Prevention of Workplace Violence serves as a center for research, consulting, training, publications and software.

The Institute believes that the target of an effective workplace violence program is injury prevention. Its focus is on reducing Â“at riskÂ” behaviors and practices. Accordingly, the Institute helps organizations attack and remove the root causes that lead to violence and helps them learn how to intervene before incidents happen.

Using the NIX Model for Preventing Workplace Violence TM, a comprehensive approach to preventing occupational violence, the Institute carefully crafts a plan to help its clients put in place the tools, processes and procedures necessary to build a safe and secure workplace.

Mr. Nixon is the Workplace Violence consultant for the State of California and provides consulting and training for managers and employees. A partial client list includes Gillette, Canon, Beckman Coulter, Caltrans, DCWASA, and National Transportation institute.

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UprightBikesOnlineBlog. com Announces Value of Exercising the Body and Mind

Founder of UprightBikesOnline. com, Irene Gwilliam, is pleased to announce the debut of her new blog, UprightBikesOnlineBlog. com. Developed as an informational parallel to her web store, the interactive blog discusses the many benefits of regular exercise as well as simple ways to exercise the body and mind at home. Visit the web store to discover a premium selection of at-home fitness machines and much more.

Hood, VA (Vocus) October 22, 2010

Web entrepreneur Irene Gwilliam is pleased to announce the publication of her brand-new business blog, http://www. UprightBikesOnlineBlog. com. Making its debut this month, the interactive platform was developed to complement her web store with healthy-living tips and information as well as simplified ways to exercise the body and mind at home.

“When I was younger I didn’t acknowledge the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle, which includes proper nutrition and regular exercise,” Gwilliam said. “I didn’t begin to take better care of my health until a few years ago and I’m astounded by how much better and healthier I feel every day.”

At UprightBikesOnline. com shoppers are invited to browse a premium collection of at-home exercise equipment and nutritional supplements that promote a well-rounded fitness routine and healthy lifestyle. Choose from a wide selection of exercise bikes that includes recumbent styles as well as treadmills, elliptical machines, steppers and more. A collection of all-natural herbs and supplements by Nature’s Sunshine are also available to improve one’s overall health and wellbeing.

“If you cannot find what you’re looking, whether it’s fitness equipment or supplements, please contact me. I’m able to special order an even more extensive variety of exercise equipment and a complete spectrum of Nature’s Sunshine products, so don’t hesitate to ask,” Gwilliam said.

As the owner of a small business, Gwilliam is dedicated to providing topnotch customer service as a way to distinguish her website from her larger and impersonal competitors. At http://www. UprightBikesOnline. com, customers will feel like they’re being serviced by a personal shopper who is knowledgeable about the site’s complete line of merchandise and is there to answer any questions along the way.

UprightBikesOnline. com – stop in today to work toward a healthier and happier tomorrow

About the Company:

UprightBikesOnline. com – a division of No Bull Solutions Inc – is owned and operated by web entrepreneur Irene Gwilliam.

Irene Gwilliam

Http://www. UprightBikesOnline. com

(540) 948-4443

IePlexus, Inc.

Http://www. iePlexus. com

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2 Live Stews, 790 The Zone Foundation & Crown Royal Throw A "Stewpendous" Party With Kid Capri, Big Boi & Many More

790 The Zone Foundation presented The Stewpendous Awards Post-Party Sponsored by Crown Royal on Saturday, July 11 in Atlanta to benefit the 790 The Zone Foundation. The event was hosted by radio personalities The 2 Live Stews & attended by celebrities and athletes like Boris Kodjoe, Angie Stone, Ovie Mughelli and Champ Bailey.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) July 13, 2009

The Stewpendous Awards Post-Party, Presented by The 790 The Zone Foundation and Sponsored By Crown Royal was the place to be on July 11, when well-known personalities in sports, entertainment and media like Boris Kodjoe, Craig Sager and Angie Stone came out to lend their support to The 2 Live Stews and the 790 The Zone Foundation. Guests were treated to a performance by Grammy Award winning, multi-platinum recording artist Big Boi and danced the night away to the sounds of legendary DJ Kid Capri.

Some of the celebrities and tastemakers who attended the Stewpendous Awards Post-Party include: actors Boris Kodjoe, Malik Yoba, Lamman Rucker & Michael Jai White, music producers Brian Michael Cox, Devyne Stephens, Mr. ColliPark, & John Boy, Turner Sports personality Craig Sager, radio analyst and retired NBA player Dennis Scott, actress & former Miss America Kenya Moore, actresses Keisha Knight Pulliam, Demetria McKinney and Terri J. Vaughn, R&B recording artist Angie Stone, Hip-Hop artist V. I.C., NFL players Ovie Mughelli, Bryan Scott, Champ Bailey & Dorsey Levens, Roger Bobb of Tyler Perry Studios & And 1 Basketball player Dennis "Spyda" Chism. Proceeds from the event will benefit the 790 The Zone Foundation.

The 790 The Zone Foundation strives to positively impact the health and welfare of families in communities throughout metropolitan Atlanta through partnerships with local and national nonprofit organizations, providing valuable resources in various aspects of community service. Crown Royal was eager to lend its support to the foundation, because of its commitment to the Atlanta community and Crown Royal's partnership with 790 The Zone radio hosts The 2 Live Stews.

The Stewpendous Awards Post-Party also celebrated the Crown Royal Stewey Awards, which honored ten sports and entertainment personalities and were presented on-air by The 2 Live Stews. Chris Bosh, Chris Paul and Ken Griffey Jr were nominated for the Best "Should Have Been Playing In Atlanta" Award, and Terrell Owens, Plaxico Burress and DeAngelo Hall were selected as nominees for the "Keepin' It Too Real Balla" Award. Other nominees included Matt Ryan, Al Horford, Dr. J, Serena Williams and Dwight Howard. For more information about the 2 Live Stews or the 790 The Zone Foundation, please visit www.2livestews. com.

About Diageo

Diageo (Dee-AH-Gee-O) is the world's leading premium drinks business with an outstanding collection of beverage alcohol brands across spirits, wines, and beer categories. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Guinness, Smirnoff, J&B, Baileys, Cuervo, Tanqueray, Captain Morgan, Crown Royal, Beaulieu Vineyard and Sterling Vineyards wines. Diageo is a global company, trading in more than 180 countries around the world. The company is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (DGE). For more information about Diageo, its people, brands, and performance, visit us at Diageo. com. For our global resource that promotes responsible drinking through the sharing of best practice tools, information and initiatives, visit DRINKiQ. com.

Celebrating life, every day, everywhere.

About 790 The Zone

Sports Radio 790 The Zone is a Big League Broadcasting Company. 790 The Zone celebrates its 12th year of operation in Atlanta. In addition to providing entertaining, compelling and informative sports talk, 790 The Zone is the flagship station of Georgia Tech football and men's basketball, the Atlanta Hawks, the Chick-fil-A Bowl, and the exclusive Sports Radio Station for the Atlanta Falcons and the Tour Championship.

Contacts:

Monica Coleman

GLUE, Inc.

(678) 499-2800

Gillian Cook

Diageo

(646) 223-2326

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World-Renowned Crystal Hypnotherapist to Offer Class in Orange County

Ann Satin, director of the California Hypnosis Institute, will offer her expertise as a crystal therapist and hypnotherapist in "A Course on Hypnocrystals," being held on Sept 20, 2008 from 10am to 5pm at 119 Draft Way, Placentia, Ca. 92870

Orange County, CA (PRWEB) September 5, 2008

Ann Satin, director of the California Hypnosis Institute, http://californiahypnosis. us (http://californiahypnosis. us) will offer her expertise as a crystal therapist and hypnotherapist in "A Course on Hypnocrystals," being held on Sept 20, 2008 from 10am to 5pm at 119 Draft Way, Placentia, Ca. 92870

Students will not only learn the value of crystal healing, but will also be taught how to practice on themselves and their loved ones. Satin will detail the properties and effectiveness of crystals, as well as describing basic hypnotic induction techniques and how these may be used in conjunction with one another. Completion of the class will offer a student a well-rounded understanding of auras, chakras and their functions.

Satin continues in the footsteps of her late husband, Dr. Sunny Satin, who founded the California Hypnosis Institute and who used his knowledge of hypnotherapy to enhance the lives of countless individuals. Ann Satin has traveled the world imparting her knowledge of crystal healing to individuals seeking a natural alternative to conventional healing. Satin believes that crystals can cleanse and balance one's mind, body and spirit, offering us a stable foundation during these tumultuous times.

Ann Satin believes in the natural healing abilities of the earth, and views crystals as tools "which can uplift emotions, align our bodies and synchronize our souls." Students who have taken the course feel the same. "I was enlightened throughout the class and enjoyed every minute," one student said. Satin receives consistent praise for her work, both within the U. S. and internationally, spending part of the year in India.

The Satins are the newest members of HolisticHealersDirectory. com, www. hhdirectory. com and HolisticHealingNews. com www. holistichealingnews. com two new online resources, offering the most current holistic, natural and alternative healthcare information.

For details about this event, visit www. idigcrystals. com or call 949 689 4513

Contact: Yvette Becksted 623/518.6500

Yvette @ cloudninemarketing. com

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MetroSource Magazine Launches Los Angeles Edition!

Exclusive, By Invitation Celebration Launch Parties for Urban Gay Lifestyle Magazine Feature Celebrities & L. A. Fashionistas

HOLLYWOOD, CA (PRWEB) October 30, 2004

Los Angeles will once again become the definitive barometer of West Coast cool as the nationÂ’s leading gay and lesbian lifestyle magazine, MetroSource, debuts its L. A. Edition in the grand tradition of Hollywood glamour meets hip, modern celebration parties!

Publisher Rob Davis, Edwin Santiago and DIVA (Diverse And Inclusive Visionary Artists), along with TinseltownÂ’s fashion-forward movers and shakers Antonio Olivera, Brian Worley, Brian Pendleton, Chad Goldman, Chris Fritzen, Darrell Cummings, Fabian Plata, Fred Mariscal, Jason Betts, Jason Seifer, Jason Wood, John Harper, John Ryan, Jorge Valencia, Keith Lamont, Lane Janger, Mike Shapiro, Parker Williams, Paul Weber, Peter Morgan and Rick Kotowicz co-hosts this yearÂ’s hottest hipster invitation-only magazine launch parties for this townÂ’s A-list stars, fashionistas, and glam artists! The first party will be held poolside at the W Hotel in Westwood on Thursday, November 11th, and the party continues the following Wednesday, November 17th at The Abbey in West Hollywood.

METROSOURCE is a bi-monthly lifestyle magazine and resource guide that reflects the cultural tastes and interests of the gay urban community. In addition to great profiles on our world's most intriguing people, it offers the latest fashion as well as in-depth film, television, music and book reviews. It also offers features on Interiors, Travel, Art, Health and Fitness in each issue. The LA Edition will highlight cutting edge coverage of local hot spots, restaurants and events, as well provide a Business Directory, and Community Resource Guide, where readers can find local companies and organizations that cater to the community.

METROSOURCE was first launched in 1990, as a local NY magazine and resource guide. In 1999 the company launched its national edition. The upcoming December/January issue will mark the companyÂ’s first expansion into another local market. In this premier issue, you will see profiles of the People We Love, (the people that rocked our world in 2004). There is also a Holiday Gift Guide with great ideas for the Holidays, the best listing anywhere of Restaurant Bites, the coolest places to eat throughout the metropolitan area, and the directory of businesses and services where you can find just about anything that you're looking for... Well almost anything.

With the launch of the METROSOURCEÂ’s LA Edition, total circulation increases to 125,000 copies among all editions of the magazine. Locally there will be 45,000 copies of METROSOURCE LA distributed in Southern California each issue. This increase in circulation will give METROSOURCE the distinction of having the highest circulation among all gay/lesbian-targeted publications in the country.

So check us out, and help us celebrate!

For media coverage, please RSVP no later than November 15th: MetroSourceLA@yahoo. com

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Lifeclinic International to Discuss the Benefits of Their Health Testing Stations for Maintaining Employee Wellness in Retail Environments at NACDS 2008 Annual Meeting

Featured at this year's conference will be Lifeclinic's imitative to encourage retail clients to utilize their blood pressure monitors and health testing stations for employee wellness.

Burtonsville, MD (PRWEB) April 23, 2008

Lifeclinic International, Inc. (http://www. lifeclinic. com), the world's leading manufacturer and distributor of automated blood pressure monitors and health testing stations, found in 25,000 pharmacies, will be discussing how its technology can also serve the retailer's employees at the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (http://www. nacds. org) (NACDS ) Annual Meeting, The Breakers Hotel and Conference Center, Cabana #1, April 26-29, 2008, in Palm Beach, Florida.

"Traditionally, retailers provide our blood pressure monitors (http://www. lifeclinic. com/products. aspx) for their customers as a way to promote wellness and to help drive consumer traffic to the retailer's pharmacy where the unit resides. However, there's an incredible opportunity to serve a population of people who are at the store almost every day -- the retailer's employees," says Lifeclinic Senior Vice President, David Read.

He continues, "Lifeclinic is committed to helping our retail customers design and implement programs that can help control their organization's healthcare costs (http://www. lifeclinic. com/solutions. aspx). For example, when our health stations identify an employee who is pre-hypertensive, there is an opportunity for early intervention and education to promote generally recommended lifestyle changes, which in turn may allow the employee to forgo the need for costly medications, visits to the doctor and missed days of work. Obviously, this also benefits the employer's bottom-line. For those people who our health stations identify as being hypertensive, the employee's healthcare provider can be called upon to immediately address factors such as lack of exercise, unhealthy diet, obesity and bad lifestyle habits, and may also recommend inexpensive medication that will prevent the much higher costs of hospitalization and lost productivity."

Lifeclinic's latest line of automated health testing stations (http://www. lifeclinic. com/lc600.aspx) offer automated blood pressure, weight, body fat and blood oxygen tests. The health station's scalability allows for the integration of additional tests, such as those for sight, hearing and bone density, from multiple manufacturers. Peripheral input ports include IR, USB and Bluetooth for interfacing and uploading data from various personal health devices such as glucose meters and pedometers.

Consumers and employees can easily navigate through the health station's interface of test options, health information, and a database of the retailer's products, coupons and discounts, via a color LCD touch screen. Optional features include both a magnetic stripe and a barcode reader for retail loyalty card programs. The barcode reader can also generate multimedia product information, allowing consumers to retrieve tailored product information for general merchant-dise, HBA, OTC and Rx products.

Lifeclinic's blood pressure monitors and health stations are designed to help retailers and companies motivate people to become more actively involved in their health care. "Self-monitoring and self-education are crucial steps towards becoming healthier," said Read.

About Lifeclinic International, Inc.:

Lifeclinic was established in 1976 as Vita-Stat Medical Services, Inc. Since then, it has grown to be the world's largest supplier of commercial, automated, blood pressure monitors and health stations. Lifeclinic monitors can be found in over 30,000 pharmacies and 4,000 company and organizational wellness centers worldwide, accounting for 500 million blood pressure measure-ments annually. Lifeclinic monitors, health stations and management systems encourage individuals to take an active role in their healthcare and provide corporate management with tools to help reduce costs while simultaneously improving the health of individual employees. Lifeclinic monitors and health stations can be found throughout the United States and in many other countries worldwide.

Please visit http://www. lifeclinic. com (http://www. lifeclinic. com) for more information.

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