HTP Signs More than $2 Million in New Contracts in Quarter 1 2006

HTP Signs More than $2 Million in New Contracts in Quarter 1 2006

Overall revenue increases by 14 percent over first quarter 2005.

Columbus, OH (PRWEB) May 10, 2006

HTP, Inc., a leading developer of software for the healthcare industry, signed four new contracts totaling more than $2 million for its HTP Sentinel™ software in the first quarter of 2006. Overall revenue increased 14 percent compared to the same quarter in 2005, and by the end of the quarter the company was processing a record 17 million electronic health transactions per month.

CEO Ray Shealy accredited the company's continued growth to its ability to support secure and efficient healthcare information exchange among a wide variety of healthcare organizations. "Through our work with healthcare providers, payers and Regional Health Information Organizations (RHIOs), HTP is uniquely positioned to grow in parallel with the national movement toward electronic processing of healthcare information," Shealy said. "The easy implementation and fast return on investment of HTP software are driving its rapid adoption."

Other highlights of the quarter included:

The January hiring of Vice President of Sales and Business Development Leigh Orlov, who brings more than 15 years of sales management experience in healthcare information technology to the critical role of building the company's sales and business development capabilities. Orlov's previous experience included senior executive positions with Execution Experts, Neoforma and PeopleSoft.

Also in January, TechColumbus honored HTP for the second consecutive year at its annual TopCAT awards. HTP MedRunner™ was recognized as the 2005 Outstanding Service of the Year for its role as the technology platform for in the nation's first successful RHIO.

The Ohio Department of Development announced in February that HTP had received Job Creation Tax Credits totaling $889,000 from the Ohio Tax Credit Authority. The credits are expected to help HTP expand its corporate headquarters by more than 100 positions during the next three years.

In March, Blair Baker joined HTP as Director of Implementation and Customer Care, overseeing software implementations, customer support and payer connectivity for the company. Baker brings more than 17 years of leadership experience within healthcare revenue cycle management and healthcare software delivery to HTP. He previously held positions with CareMedic Systems, Inc. and Omega Health Systems.

About HTP, Inc.

HTP develops software for the healthcare industry that improves efficiency, profitability and service quality for hospitals, insurance companies, physician groups, managed care organizations, third-party administrators and public sector health plans. The company's software also enables secure information exchange through Regional Health Information Organizations (RHIOs).

Based in Columbus, Ohio, HTP supports more than 170 customers, including 100 hospitals and 60 health plans, by translating and moving more than 17 million transactions per month. HTP technology powers the Utah Health Information Network (UHIN), the nation's first RHIO. A 2004 and 2005 Inc. 500 company, HTP and its executives have been recognized for leadership by the Ohio Third Frontier Project, The Deloitte Technology Fast 500, the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year program and the Columbus Technology Council. Notable HTP customers include Ohio Medicaid, Utah Health Information Network, OhioHealth, The Ohio State University Medical Centers and Mercy Health Partners of Cincinnati.

For more information on HTP or to learn how its software is transforming healthcare information exchange for providers, payers and RHIOs, call 614.885.1272 or go to www. htp-inc. com.

HTP Inc. Media/Industry Analyst Contact:

Cheryl Claypoole

Fahlgren Mortine Public Relations

Tel: 614.825.1721

Rob Krohn

HTP

Tel: 614/396.4537

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MJ Young & Associates Changing Name to Mill Square Group

MJ Young & Associates Changing Name to Mill Square Group

Seasoned Marketing Consulting Firm Changes Name And Expands Service Offering To Help Marketing Leaders Drive Growth

New Rochelle, NY (PRWEB) January 28, 2005

MJ YoungG & Associates, a marketing consultancy specializing in helping companies quickly capitalize on market growth opportunities, has announced the renaming of the company to Mill Square Group. The name change recognizes Mill Square GroupÂ’s growing team of senior, experienced marketing experts and an expanded portfolio of marketing services to help companies increase revenue from the fastest growing market segments.

“Many of our Fortune 500 clients, across industries, have identified significant emerging market growth opportunities such as small business and multicultural. In resource-constrained times, these executives often look for extended resources to act as partners in developing and implementing segment-specific strategies. Mill Square Group’s team of seasoned marketing experts combined with our proprietary approach and unique understanding of our client’s environment, make us ideal for companies who want to move quickly into new markets.” said Margaret Young, Founder and CEO

Mill Square Group leverages its triad of marketing services: Market Research, Strategy Development and Program Execution to help businesses identify and own emerging market growth opportunities. The firm’s clients include High Technology, Travel & Hospitality, Financial Services, Healthcare and Telecommunication companies. “Our clients choose Mill Square Group because we’re agile, responsive and offer pragmatic revenue growth solutions” said Wendy Vincent, Senior Partner.

About Mill Square Group

Mill Square Group is a leading customized research, strategy development, and program execution firm. The company applies its unique triad of services to quickly identify and capitalize on emerging markets. Headquarters are located at 1333 A North Avenue, Suite 234, New Rochelle, New York 10804 with offices in Boston, Stamford, and Tampa. The company can be reached at 914-667-2283, or on the web at www. millsquare. com.

Mill Square Group Contact:

Wendy Vincent

617-666-2591

Wvincent@millsquare. com

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NAPW, National Association of Professional Women, is Pleased to Announce Latest Feature Member to its Organization

NAPW, National Association of Professional Women, is Pleased to Announce Latest Feature Member to its Organization

NAPW, National Association of Professional Women, is a membership organization geared towards today's professional woman, giving its members recognition in their specific profession. NAPW has partnered with several large corporations to offer additional benefits to its members.

Garden City, NY (PRWEB) February 11, 2008

NAPW (http://www. merchantcircle. com/business/NAPW.516-877-5500), National Association of Professional Women, is pleased to welcome Amy Greeson, a featured member to the organization as of 01-10-08. Amy Greeson is the President and Founder of Healing Seekers, a company whose mission is to produce a series of documentaries which are devoted to the exploration of health and healing traditions found in indigenous cultures and rainforest's around the globe.

Amy Greeson, a pharmacist, educator, lecturer, author and world traveler, hosts this unique and fascinating series that will highlight the connection to modern day medicine and treatments along with the significant environmental issues which are affecting our world today. Amy is also the co-founder and co-host of the internet talk show; Global Healing. Being a member of the National Association of Professional Women (http://hotjobs. yahoo. com/careers-707499-NAPW_National_Association_of_Professional_Women) will expose Amy and her work to other members giving her work recognition. For further information on NAPW and its members, please visit www. napw. com.

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Top Ten Green Building Trends for 2011 Selected by Earth Advantage Institute

Top Ten Green Building Trends for 2011 Selected by Earth Advantage Institute

Earth Advantage Institute (http://www. earthadvantage. org), a leading nonprofit green building resource and research organization that has certified more than 11,000 sustainable homes, today announced its annual selection of top ten green building trends to watch for over the next 12 months.

Portland, OR (PRWEB) January 6, 2011

The trends, which range from “affordable green” to lifecycle analysis of materials, were identified by Earth Advantage Institute based on discussions with a range of audiences over the latter part of 2010. These sectors included policymakers, builders, developers, architects, real estate brokers, appraisers, lenders, and homeowners.

“Despite market conditions, we have seen the market share for high performance homes increase from 18.5 to 23 percent in the Portland Metro area alone,” said Sean Penrith, executive director, Earth Advantage Institute. “This is a sure sign that the rate of appeal for these homes is increasing.”

1. Affordable green. Many consumers typically associate green and energy-efficient homes and features with higher costs. However, the development of new business models, technologies, and the mainstreaming of high performance materials is bringing high-performance, healthy homes within reach of all homeowners. Leading the charge are affordable housing groups, including Habitat for Humanity and local land trusts, now building and selling LEED® for Homes - and ENERGY STAR®-certified homes across the country at price points as low as $100,000*. In the existing homes market, energy upgrades are now available through new programs that include low-cost audits and utility bill-based financing. Through such programs as Clean Energy Works Oregon, andSolar City’s solar lease-to-own business model, no up-front payment is required to take advantage of energy upgrades.

2. Sharing and comparing home energy use. As social and purchasing sites like Facebook and Groupon add millions more members, the sharing of home energy consumption data – for rewards – is not far behind. The website Earth Aid (http://www. earthaid. net) lets you track home energy usage and earn rewards for energy savings from local vendors. You can also elect to share the information with others on Earth Aid to see who can conserve the most energy. When coupled with other developments including home energy displays, a voluntary home energy scoring system announced by the Department of Energy, and programs including Oregon and Washington’s Energy Performance Score, a lot more people will be sharing -- and comparing -- their home energy consumption.

3. Outcome-based energy codes. Existing buildings are responsible for most energy use and associated carbon emissions, but the prescriptive energy codes used in commercial remodels don’t encourage effective retrofitting. Compliance with energy codes is determined at permit time, using prescriptive or predictive models, and actual post-construction may never even be reviewed. Heating and cooling equipment could be faulty or improperly controlled, with significant energy and financial implications. Under outcome-based energy codes, owners could pursue the retrofit strategy that they decide is most effective for their building and its tenants, but they would be required to achieve a pre-negotiated performance target through mandatory annual reporting. The City of Seattle and the New Building Institute have teamed up with the National Trusts’ Preservation Green Lab to pioneer a framework for just such a code, for both new and existing buildings.

4. Community purchasing power. Neighborhoods interested in renewable energy will increasingly band together to obtain better pricing on materials such as solar panels and on installation costs. The Solarize Portland program was initiated by local neighborhood leaders who wanted to increase the amount of renewable energy generated in Northeast Portland by working together as a community. The program is structured so that the price of solar panel installation decreases for everybody as more neighbors join the effort. Group purchasing creates a 15-25 percent savings below current prices. This group discount, in addition to current available tax credits and cash incentives, gives participants a significant cost savings. In Philadelphia, the Retrofit Philly program leverages contests between residential blocks to get neighborhoods involved in energy upgrades.

5. “Grid-aware” appliances fuel convergence of smart grid and smart homes. While many residential smart meters have been installed, the customer interface that will allow homeowners to track energy use more accurately are not yet in place. In the meantime, manufacturers are increasingly introducing appliances that are “grid-aware.” These appliances are endowed with more sophisticated energy management capabilities and timers, offering homeowners machines that monitor and report their own electricity usage and that increase or decrease that usage by remote command. Many machines have timers and can already be manually programmed to run during off-peak hours. These developments will begin forging the convergence of a smart grid infrastructure and the control applications needed to manage energy savings in our buildings and homes.

6. Accessory dwelling units. Last year we discussed home “right-sizing” as a trend. However, with fewer people moving or building due to financial concerns, many have chosen to stay put in their favorite area and build accessory dwelling units (ADUs). These small independent units, which can be used for offices, studios, or in-law space, are the ideal size for energy savings and sustainable construction. As detached or attached rental units, they help cities increase urban density and restrict sprawl, while allowing homeowners to add value to their property. The cities of Portland, Oregon, and Santa Cruz, California, have waived administrative fees to encourage more ADU construction.

7. Rethinking of residential heating and cooling. Advances in applied building science in the US and abroad have resulted in homes that are so tightly sealed and insulated that furnace-less, ductless homes are now a reality. The increasingly popular “Passive House” standard, for example, calls for insulation in walls and ceiling that is so thick that the home is actually heated by everyday activity of the occupants, from cooking to computer use. Even in ENERGY STAR-certified homes builders are now encouraged to bring all ductwork inside the insulated envelope of the house to eliminate excess heat or cooling loss, and to use only small but efficient furnaces and air conditioners to avoid wasting power. Geothermal heating and cooling, where piping loops are run through the ground to absorb warmth in the winter and cool air in the summer, are another option gaining broader acceptance.

8. Residential grey water use. With water shortages looming in many areas including the Southwest and Southern California, recycling of grey water – any household wastewater with the exception of toilet water – is gaining traction. Benefits include reduced water use, reduced strain on septic and stormwater systems, and groundwater replenishment. Although many cities have been slow to legislate on grey water use, some communities have increased the amount of allowable grey water use for irrigation. Systems can be as simple as a pipe system draining directly into a mulch field or they can incorporate collection tanks and pumps.

9. Small commercial certification. 95 percent of commercial building starts in the U. S. are under 50,000 square feet, but the bulk of current certified commercial buildings tend to be much larger. This is in part because of numerous “soft” costs including commissioning, energy modeling, project registration, and administrative time, all of which can be prohibitively expensive for small building owners and developers. To encourage more small commercial projects to go green, alternative certification programs have sprung up, including Earthcraft Light Commercial and Earth Advantage Commercial, which have found significant appeal through fully subscribed pilot programs.

10. Lifecycle Analysis (LCA). We know quite a bit about the performance of certain materials used in high performance home and commercial building construction, but the industry has just begun to study the effects of these materials over the course of their entire lives, from raw material extraction through disposal and decomposition. Lifecycle analysis examines the impact of materials over their lifetime through the lens of environmental indicators including embodied energy, solid waste, air and water pollution, and global warming potential. LCA for building materials will allow architects to determine what products are more sustainable and what combination of products can produce the most environmentally friendly results.

About Earth Advantage Institute
Earth Advantage Institute works with the building and design industry to help implement sustainable building practices. Its nonprofit mission is to create an immediate, practical and cost-effective path to sustainability and carbon reduction in the built environment. The organization achieves its objectives through a range of innovative certification, education and technical services programs.

*In the case of land trusts, homeowners do not own the land the home is built on.

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Operation Save America Comment on the Appointment of John G. Roberts to the Supreme Court of the United States

Operation Save America Comment on the Appointment of John G. Roberts to the Supreme Court of the United States

Our hope to end abortion in America does not lie in a Presidential appointment to the Supreme Court of the United States.

(PRWEB) July 21, 2005

Our hope to end abortion in America does not lie in a Presidential appointment to the Supreme Court of the United States.

It is not the Supreme CourtÂ’s job to stop the killing of innocent baby boys and girls. It is our job, the Church of Jesus Christ. Abortion will end in our nation when the Church of Jesus Christ in America makes up her mind it will end, not one second sooner.

Our only prayer is that our President will not hinder us in this life giving task. We will be on the streets tomorrow, at the gates of hell, where innocent blood is being shed.

What: Prayerful presence on the street—three groups all at different locations

Where: 1- Planned Parenthood, 2030 E 20th

 2- Mississippi & Abilene (Aurora) - Mayfair, 14446 E Evans Ave (Aurora)3– Boulder, Boulder Abortion Clinic and Valley WomenÂ’s Health

When: Wednesday, July 18, 2005

Times: 8:00 AM—12:00—on the streets

 3:00 PM—Seminars at Redeemer Community Church, Lowell & 32nd

 6:30 PM—Rally at Redeemer Community Church, Lowell & 32nd

Contact: Pat McEwen, Media Liaison, to schedule Interviews 321-431-3962

Web – www. operationsaveamerica. org

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StreetStrider to be Featured on NBC's "The Biggest Loser"

StreetStrider to be Featured on NBC's "The Biggest Loser"

StreetStrider, the fun mobile elliptical activity that combines jogging, cycling and skiing motions will soon be featured on NBC's hit reality show "The Biggest Loser."

Carson City, Nevada (PRWEB) October 30, 2009

The 2010 StreetStrider ETX Biggest Loser edition, an outdoor mobile elliptical cross trainer with a proven high calorie burn rate, will soon be featured on NBC's hit reality show "The Biggest Loser."

The series "The Biggest Loser" features 16 to 22 overweight participants on a competitive journey to lose weight, transform their health and fix unhealthy lifestyle habits with the help of two celebrity fitness trainers and a team of health professionals. Each contestant faces challenges, temptations, weigh-ins and eliminations throughout the series with the final contestant winning a grand prize of $250,000 and claiming the title of "The Biggest Loser."

For over two seasons contestants on "The Biggest Loser" beta tested the StreetStrider behind the scenes to make certain that the final product met the needs of a wide range of consumers. The result is a perfect tool for both those starting a weight-loss and exercise program and athletes hoping to gain a whole body cardiovascular workout in an effective time frame.

Dr David Kraus, original inventor of the StreetStrider product said:
"Working with the BL contestants has been invaluable for the development of the StreetStrider. Shortly after arriving on the BL Ranch, my team and I recognized how committed the BL contestants were to their life-transforming journey, striving daily to achieve their calorie burn and weight loss goals.

"We believed that the benefits of exercising with the StreetStrider would be ideal for these contestants because this exercise would allow them to maximize their calorie burn rates while minimizing the stress often associated with many rigorous outdoor activities.

"As we worked with the contestants to provide an exhilarating daily exercise experience, they helped us fine tune the ergonomic features of the StreetStrider to make it both user friendly while also robust and durable. This was a great experience with some the best beta testers we could have hoped for."

The 2010 StreetStrider ETX Biggest Loser edition provides users with fun outdoor recreation, a fitness solution beyond the gym, a weight loss tool and a low impact way to exercise during physical therapy and rehabilitation. Many people routinely experience calorie burn rates as high as 900-1,200 calories per hour while using the StreetStrider.

Additionally, the StreetStrider mobile elliptical cross trainer offers a fun whole body workout that allows the consumer an effective way to obtain an intense workout without experiencing the exhaustion of specific muscle groups that other types of exercise produce and without spending hours inside a gym.

The 2010 StreetStrider ETX Biggest Loser edition is available for sale in retail locations worldwide and online at the product's website. An online community for support, customer testimonials and case studies is also available on the website to further demonstrate the positive health effects of the 2010 StreetStrider ETX Biggest Loser edition.

About StreetStrider International
StreetStrider International LLC is a private company and was founded in 2007 in the State of Nevada. StreetStrider provides a wide range of consumers with a fun mobile elliptical activity that combines jogging, cycling and skiing motions. The product offers users a great outdoor activity, a fitness option, a weight loss solution and a low impact way to exercise with injured joints. For more information please visit: http://www. streetstrider. com/ (http://www. streetstrider. com/)

About "The Biggest Loser"
"The Biggest Loser" has become a worldwide hit airing in over 90 countries and produced in 25 countries. Since its debut in 2004, "The Biggest Loser" has grown to become a standalone health and lifestyle brand by developing tools and products inspired by the show and approved by its doctors and experts. Anchored by the online, subscription-based extension of the show, Biggestloserclub. com, The Biggest Loser Meal Plan, The New York Times best-selling books series, best-selling fitness DVD series, a line of appliances, fitness equipment, protein supplements and countless other health and lifestyle based products, The Biggest Loser consumer products program has generated over $50 million in spending with presence at more than 25,000 major retailers to date. Check out www. biggestloser. com for more information.

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Americas Watchdog Says The Feds Bust A Move On 20 Cases Of Swine Flu & Forgets 100,000's Of US Homeowners Living With Toxic Chinese Drywall

Americas Watchdog Says The Feds Bust A Move On 20 Cases Of Swine Flu & Forgets 100,000's Of US Homeowners Living With Toxic Chinese Drywall

Americas Watchdog has been leading a national, & state by state investigation of toxic Chinese drywall. Toxic Chinese drywall corrodes copper, and other metals, and exposure is making 100,000's of US homeowners really sick. The Obama Administration's Consumer Product Safety Commission has just announced a two month plan to, "investigate the problem," after a closed door meeting. According to Americas Watchdog, "toxic Chinese drywall exposure is putting 100,000's of US homeowners & their families at extreme risk, and the best the Obama Administration can do is a two month study, involving questionnaires? What if this was the 20 cases of reported swine flu?" If a homeowner in Florida, or any other state lives in a sub division, or condominium, where toxic Chinese has been discovered, please call the Homeowners Consumer Center at 866-714-6466, or contact the group at their web site at Http://HomeownersConsumerCenter. Com

Washington, DC (PRWEB) April 27, 2009

According to Americas Watchdog, "100,000's of US homeowners and their families are living in homes, that might contain a ticking time bomb, called toxic Chinese drywall & we are worried about 20 cases of swine flu?. We need a town hall meeting in South Florida, so we can educate Florida & the nation about the worst national environmental disaster ever, that affects up to a million innocent US citizens. President Obama, the US Congress, & the national TV networks/press will be invited." Americas Watchdog is inviting homeowners in larger sub divisions in Fort Myers, or Cape Coral Florida, whose communities contain toxic Chinese drywall to call the group at 866-714-6466, to coordinate a national show & tell in their subdivision or community. "We need a larger sub division in Fort Myers or Cape Coral to allow us to have a real national press conference about this national disaster, in their club house, or in a near by hotel."

Why a national town hall meeting in South Florida involving homeowners in subdivisions and condominiums? "South Florida is infested with toxic Chinese drywall, so a national show & tell will be a decisive way to educate Florida, the nation, the US Congress & President, about this potentially lethal building product. We need leaders in subdivisions to step up to the plate, to get some help for themselves, their neighbors, & other victims around the nation." For more information homeowners in South Florida subdivisions, condominiums, and or single family homes, who have toxic Chinese drywall in their homes should contact the Homeowners Consumer Center at 866-714-6466, or contact the group at Http://HomeownersConsumerCenter. com.

So What is the big deal about imported toxic Chinese drywall? "Hundreds of thousands of American homeowners in most, if not all US states, may now be living in a toxic home, or building worth nothing, because of toxic Chinese drywall. They are in many cases sick. They are all innocent victims, and they need our nations help now."

Americas Watchdog & its Homeowners Consumer Center are convinced that in Florida alone, there are 150,000+ new, or remodeled homes, or condominiums with toxic Chinese drywall. Other states with significant quantities of toxic Chinese drywall include Georgia, Virginia, Texas, Colorado, the Carolina's, Nevada, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and other US States. The group is saying, "its time for the Obama Administration & the US Congress to get their act together, on the national toxic Chinese drywall disaster, & a two month questionnaire is a joke, and an insult to 100,000's, of at risk American families."

What is known about toxic Chinese drywall? It was first imported to the US in 2001, it is toxic enough to corrode copper, & other metals. In humans, exposure to toxic Chinese drywall is causing upper respiratory issues, severe headaches, nose bleeds, rashes, severe allergy type symptoms, for many of the occupants, who live in these homes. Exposure to the gasses emitted by toxic Chinese drywall may also cause electronic failures in TV sets, DVD players, LID displays, light bulb failures, air conditioning failures, etc. According to Americas Watchdog, "the $64,000 question is will short, or long term exposure to toxic Chinese drywall kill US citizens, their children, loved ones, or give them cancer?"

"There are no real testing protocols, we don't even know how to fix these homes, or if in fact they are salvageable, & the best the US Consumer Products Safety Commission can do is come up with a questionnaire, sponsored in part by the homebuilders, who installed the toxic Chinese drywall, in a process that could take months, and months, and months?"

Americas Watchdog considers the toxic Chinese drywall issue the absolute worst environmental disaster for US homeowners in history, that will involve most, if not all US States. Since South Florida is totally infested with this toxic building product product, the group is inviting homeowners in all subdivisions, condominiums, or single family homes in Southwest Florida, where toxic Chinese drywall has been installed to participate in a town hall meeting in Fort Myers or Cape Coral, Florida, so the nation can learn more about this disaster. The group believes the toxic Chinese drywall fix will have to involve a Congressional rescue plan. For more information homeowners in South Florida, or any other state can contact the Homeowners Consumer Center and 866-714-6466, or contact them via their web site at Http://HomeownersConsumerCenter. com.

Americas Watchdog & its Homeowners Consumer Center are all about homeowner protection & corporate responsibility.

A note from Americas Watchdog, "On Saturday, April 25th, an older woman in Florida called me weeping. She had just discovered toxic Chinese drywall in her home. Aside from being worried about now having a home worth zero, she was very concerned about her health. There currently is no federal help for the 100,000's of victims like this. It is astounding that the US Consumer Products Safety Commission does not even mention toxic Chinese drywall on its web site," says the group. According to Americas Watchdog, "While I am not the best messenger, I will not stop trying to help the 100,000's of victims in Florida, and in every other US State, now at risk. As I looked around there were no other volunteers. I will not back down for these innocent homeowners."

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Limerick TD Tim O'Malley Slams Incompetence Of Limerick Local Authorities

Limerick TD Tim O'Malley Slams Incompetence Of Limerick Local Authorities

The city of Limerick and its immediate environs are at a critical stage in their economic development, according to Mr. Tim O'Malley, T. D., and Minister of State at the Department of Health and Children.

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) February 23, 2006

In an interview with LimerickBiz. com -- http://www. limerickbiz. com (http://www. limerickbiz. com) -- this week, Mr. Tim O'Malley, T. D., expressed his fears that downright bad management and a poor planning strategy could lead to the degeneration of the physical and cultural environment of Limerick and represent a waste of the opportunities supplied by the current favourable economic climate.

This, according to Mr. O'Malley is a worst-case scenario, and he intends not to let it happen by making strong proposals at local and national level in order to restore the city to the right path.

The Doooradoyle based PO's proposals include the amalgamation of the city and county councils to provide a single super-authority to govern and promote both city and county.

The halting of the current one-off, ad hoc developments in the city and its environs in favour of a clear coherent plan designed to enhance the status of Limerick City as the Mid-West's cultural and economic hub.

The rapid development of a rail link between Limerick and Shannon and the creation of the graduate medical school at the University of Limerick.

Tim O'Malley identifies these issues as the 'breakthrough' points that would move Limerick's profile to the centre of the national stage.

One recent development -- of which everyone in the Limerick business community is now aware -- is Shannon International Airport's recent granting of Ryanair hub status.

This has been made possible by the break up of Aer Rianta into three separate authorities representing the three major international airports - Dublin, Cork and Shannon - and allowing each to compete individually for business with the carriers.

''The figures speak from themselves: overall passenger growth for the first five months of last year has been 10 per cent for the three airports combined, but the breakdown of the figures is even more interesting from a local perspective”, he said.

“Dublin is up by 6.9 per cent, Cork by 14.3 per cent but Shannon has risen by 30%! The figure for May alone, when many of the new Ryanair routes became operational, is 42 per cent."

The minister argues, however, against the local business community and others seeing this as an opportunity for back slapping or resting on laurels.

"On the contrary, this huge increase in traffic represents a challenge and magnificent commercial opportunity for the region. The business community must be alive to the possibilities offered by the gain in the traffic to the region and I'm confident in the ability of Limerick and Shannon commercial concerns to grasp this opportunity” -- http://www. limerickbiz. com (http://www. limerickbiz. com)

For more business news or media contacts relating to Limerick contact:

Jae Taylor;

Tel: 00353 61 326342 | 00353 86 8518337

Web: http://www. limerickbiz. com (http://www. limerickbiz. com)

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HealthyLife. Net Radio Celebrates 5th Year In New Clubhouse and You're Invited

HealthyLife. Net Radio Celebrates 5th Year In New Clubhouse and You're Invited

HealthyLife. Net, the pioneering 24/7 all positive talk Internet radio network, is celebrating it's 5th anniversary of enlightening the world in a vast range of healthy living topics and invites you to celebrate with its hosts and listeners at their new cyberspace Clubhouse.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) October 3, 2007

HealthyLife. Net, the pioneering 24/7 all positive talk Internet radio network, is celebrating it's 5th anniversary of enlightening the world in a vast range of healthy living topics and invites you to celebrate with its hosts and listeners at their new cyberspace Clubhouse.

Almost completely by word of mouth since it's inception in 2002, Healthylife. Net has expanded it's reach to over 24 million listeners in 104 countries and now simulcasts on nine other Internet and private networks. Spearheaded by Linda Mackenzie and a member of the National Association of Broadcasters, HealthyLife. Net's original concept was simple: provide listeners with more of what they want in order to achieve positive goals in their own lives and create a dynamic ripple effect that would positively impact the global community which is our modern world. Today, HealthyLife. Net offers a full line-up of over 163 original talk and music programs around the clock.

There's no better testament to the fact that the wholesome approach worked than the line-up of big name show hosts like Dr. Bernie Siegel, Sally Kirkland, Guy Finley and Victoria Moran and the explosive growth of the listening audience each year.

To celebrate its first five years and looking ahead to the next five, HealthyLife. Net invites everyone to join the new Clubhouse; a HealthyLife. Net website attraction that showcases inspirational and upbeat interactive cyberspace features and fabulous giveaways. There's something for everyone in the Clubhouse like the Golf Course, Tennis Courts, Pool, Hiking Trails, Picnic Grounds, Lodge and more. And unlike most 'clubhouses', this one is absolutely free.

And that's not all that's new. HealthyLife. Net has already scheduled a year's worth of exciting Positive Life Conferences across the United States in cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles, Denver, Washington D. C. and New York. Discounts are available to all just by signing up prior to the conference.

For business owners, there is no better radio and internet compliment to your current advertising plan than HealthyLife. Net as it delivers the goods to its massive audience, and thus, the advertiser. Free from the current Internet Radio copyright controversy, HealthyLife. Net remains strong because it always plays royalty free music.

For more information visit www. healthylife. net or for the benefits of advertising on HealthyLife. Net call Lannie Shaw at 800.555.5453.

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BIO-IT World Announces the Winners of its 2010 Best Practices Awards Program

BIO-IT World Announces the Winners of its 2010 Best Practices Awards Program

Established in 2003, Bio-IT World's Best Practices Awards Program recognizes these organizations for their outstanding innovations and excellence in the use of technologies, practices, and novel business strategies that will advance drug discovery, development, biomedical research, and clinical trials.

Needham, Mass. (PRWEB) April 23, 2010

Bio-IT World magazine announced the winners of its sixth Best Practices Awards program last night at the Best Practices Awards Dinner. Grand Prize winners from six life sciences awards categories were Bristol-Myers Squibb, The Scripps Research Institute, PROOF / iCAPTURE Centre of Excellence, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Centocor R&D, and FDA. The competition's second Judges' Prize was awarded to goBalto. com; the Editors' Choice Award was awarded to Merck and Co. and the competition's first Community Service Prize recognizing excellence in open source was awarded to the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Bio-IT World's Best Practices Awards ceremony was held on Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at the World Trade Center in Boston, Mass., co-located with CHI's eighth annual Bio-IT World Conference & Expo. Key industry leaders attended the ceremony, which featured a keynote speech by James (Jamie) Heywood, co-founder and chairman of PatientsLikeMe. com, a social networking community based in Cambridge, Mass., that gives patients unprecedented control and access to their health care information and the ability to compare it to other people. 

Phillips Kuhl, co-founder and president of Cambridge Healthtech Institute (CHI), started the evening with welcoming comments and introduced Kevin Davies, Ph. D., editor-in-chief of Bio-IT World, the flagship publication of CHI, to initiate the presentation of awards.

"We are really delighted that this year's Bio-IT World Best Practices Awards attracted a record number of entrants and that the quality was so remarkably high across all the categories. It made the judges' task all the harder this year, but they seemed to enjoy it," said Kevin Davies, editor in chief of Bio-IT World.

"This year's winners include some truly outstanding and innovative examples of new technology and collaboration, and we're delighted that we've been able to recognize some compelling examples of open-source initiatives and innovation in areas such as virtual conferencing that suggest new ways of sharing knowledge and data."

A peer-review panel of 15 expert judges reviewed a record 74 detailed submissions from organizations ranging from large pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, academic institutions, to niche service providers, detailing best practices in one of six categories. Allison Proffitt, managing editor of Bio-IT World; Grant Stephen, CEO, Tessella; Ron Ranauro, CEO, GenomeQuest; Phillips Kuhl; and Kevin Davies presented the Grand Prize trophies to the following organizations within these categories:
Research & Discovery: Massachusetts Institute of Technology Identifying Drug Effects via Pathway Alterations using an Integer Linear Programming Optimization Formulation on Phosphoproteomic Data
Clinical Trials: FDA Common Table of Contents: allows FDA reviewers to review eCTD submissions for technical accuracy
(nominated by GlobalSubmit)
IT & Informatics: The Scripps Research Institute Procurement Transformation: an online marketplace that allows researchers to acquire the supplies they need much faster and at a lower cost.
(nominated by SciQuest)
IT & Informatics/HPC: Bristol-Myers Squibb, Research & Development High Content Screening - Road: a system for managing HCS images and analysis and enabling target identification, lead discovery, lead evaluation and lead profiling.
Knowledge Management: Centocor R&D, Inc. (a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson) tranSMART: a system allowing Johnson & Johnson researchers to query the company's drug discovery and development data using a single tool.
(nominated by Recombinant Data Corp)
Personalized & Translational Medicine: PROOF / iCAPTURE Centre of Excellence Semantic Data Integration, Knowledge Building and Sharing Applied to Biomarker Discovery and Patient Screening for Pre-symptomatic Heart, Lung or Kidney Failure in Transplantation Medicine
(nominated by IO Informatics)
Judges' Prize: goBalto. com The fastest, most effective way to connect with life science service providers
Editors' Choice Award: Merck and Co. A Virtual Technology Symposium
Community Service Prize: Royal Society of Chemistry ChemSpider: a free database containing over 23 million unique chemical entities,
(nominated by Collaborative Drug Discovery)

The following entries received honorable mentions:
 Amylin; Virtual Data Center  Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of California, San Diego (nominated by Convey Computer Corporation); InsPecT: Fast database search for post-transitional modified spectra  University of California San Francisco; Epilepsy Phenome Genome Project  HUNT Research Centre & Biobank (nominated by Thermo Fisher Scientific); Thermo Scientific Nautilus LIMS for Biobanks significantly increases throughput at Hunt Research Centre and Biobank  Merck & Co. (nominated by BioFortis); Biomarker Data Integration  Lahey Clinic (nominated by Orion Health); Medical Applications Portal Installation  Genstruct / Pfizer GRD; Causal Network Model of 2-Butoxyethanol-Induced Hemangiosarcoma in Mice and Its Relevance to Humans  AstraZeneca; AstraZeneca Patient Safety New Case Handling Operating Model  Merck Research Laboratories (nominated by MaxisIT); ADAPT Dashboard Prototype  Kendle; TrialEAS: web-based adjudication system

Criteria and Judging
Awards finalists and winners were selected for their innovative utilization of bio-IT, including life science equipment, informatics and information technology, on a project or organizational level to achieve significantly improved results (i. e. improvements in productivity or conceptual breakthroughs in scientific understanding or process methodology). The peer review judges applied several criteria to make their decisions, such as innovation, significance, and industry impact. Entries were accepted from R&D and scientific facilities and labs in pharmaceutical companies, biotech companies, academia, government, medical or related institutions and organizations, as well as public and private research labs. For information on Bio-IT World's 2010 Best Practices Awards, please email marketing_chmg(at)chimediagroup(dot)com. The July/August issue of Bio-IT World will feature editorial on Best Practices, highlighting award winners, profiling entrants, event coverage and the enabling technologies used by the many companies.

The 2010 Best Practices Awards were organized by Bio-IT World editors, including Managing Editor Allison Byrum Proffitt, Editor-in - Chief Kevin Davies, and key marketing & operations staff members of Cambridge Healthtech Media Group, a division of CHI. Joining the editors in judging the entries was a distinguished panel of experts:

 Al Doig, CHI Insight Pharma Reports  Alan Louie, IDC Health Insights  Bill Van Etten, The BioTeam  Craig Lipset, Pfizer  Derek Debe, Abbott Laboratories  Jonathan Usuka, Celgene  Joseph Cerro, The Schooner Group  Martin Gollery, Tahoe Informatics  Michael Rosenberg, Health Decisions  Noemi Greyzdorf, IDC  Phillips Kuhl, Cambridge Healthtech Institute  Sandy Aronson, Harvard Medical School  Saul Kravitz, CLC Bio  Stephen Fogelson, Develotron  Susan Ward, Consultant

Sponsors
Sponsors generously underwriting the 2010 Best Practices Awards are Tessella and GenomeQuest.

The winners will be profiled in the July/August issue of Bio-IT World. The 2011 Bio-IT World Best Practices competition will begin soliciting entries in October 2010.

About Bio-IT World
Bio-IT World (www. bio-itworld. com), the flagship publication of Cambridge Healthtech Institute (CHI), is the leading source of news on technology and strategic innovation in drug discovery, development, and clinical trials. Bio-IT World explores the tools and results of predictive biology as the industry adapts to the new world of personalized medicine. Bio-IT World has won 34 national and regional awards, more than any other magazine covering the life sciences industry. CHI offers a suite of published resources through a new division--Cambridge Healthtech Media Group--that includes Bio-IT World magazine, several topic-specific eNewsletters, white papers, webcasts, podcasts, conferences, and the Bio-IT World Best Practices Awards Program. The magazine is based in Needham, MA.

About Cambridge Healthtech Institute (CHI)
Founded in 1992, Cambridge Healthtech Institute (www. chicorporate. com) is the preeminent life science network for leading researchers and business experts from top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic, and niche service provider organizations. CHI's integrated life science portfolio of products and services includes Cambridge Healthtech Institute Conferences, Pharmaceutical Strategy Series, Barnett International, Cambridge Healthtech Associates, Insight Pharma Reports, Marketing Services, Meeting Planners, and Cambridge Healthtech Media Group, which includes several eNewsletters, Bio-IT World magazine, as well as Lead Generation Programs.

Contact: Kevin Davies (Editor-in-Chief, Bio-IT World): kevin_davies(at)bio-itworld(dot)com, 781-972-1341.

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New Website Launched for Those Suffering from Reglan Prescription Drug Injuries

New Website Launched for Those Suffering from Reglan Prescription Drug Injuries

Those suffering from tardive dyskinesia and other similar involuntary muscle movement conditions believed to have been the result of taking the prescription drug Reglan can now find information and support within the newly launched reglan-law-suit. com. The Reglan Information and Support Center website provides information regarding the prescription drug Reglan, its side effects, support resources, and legal information for those wanting to pursue litigation for injuries suffered from this prescription drug.

Houston, TX (PRWEB) February 25, 2010

There is now a new website dedicated to providing information and support to those suffering from health injuries related to taking the prescription drug Reglan. Reglan-law-suit. com, otherwise known as the Reglan Information and Support Center website provides useful information regarding the prescription drug Reglan and its potential harmful side effects, which include the involuntary muscle movement conditions known as tardive dyskinesia and dystonia tardive. These uncontrollable muscle movement conditions can cause a great deal of physical, mental, and emotional pain, and those suffering from these conditions can find support within raglan-law-suit. com.

The newly launched Reglan Information and Support Center website also provides useful legal information for those interested in pursuing litigation for Reglan-related health injuries including tardive dyskinesia or dystonia tardive. If the website visitor is currently suffering from involuntary muscle movement conditions or has a friend or loved one suffering from these conditions, then he or she can become better informed of the possible legal options which exist and which could possibly lead to compensation and justice for the suffering and financial burdens caused by taking this prescription drug.

The Reglan Information and Support Center website also features a special contact form which makes it possible for the website visitor to get in touch with an experienced Reglan attorney. This is one important resource which is available through the website, and this contact form combined with the other useful information provided within raglan-law-suit. com allows for those suffering from Reglan-related health injuries to receive the help that they need in an easy and convenient manner.

About Reglan Information and Support Center:
The new Reglan Information and Support Center website, reglan-law-suit. com, was launched as a way to provide those suffering from health injuries related to the prescription drug Reglan with the important information and legal resources they need. If one believes tardive dyskinesia, dystonia tardive, or related conditions were caused by the prescription drug Reglan, then one may have the right to receive appropriate compensation for suffering; the Reglan Information and Support Center website will help. For more information and to receive legal consultation, please visit http://www. reglan-law-suit. com (http://www. reglan-law-suit. com).

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Cheap Xenical Available to Buy Online

Cheap Xenical Available to Buy Online

Brand Pills are offering Xenical (orlistat), which is used to block fat from being absorbed by the body.

Perth, WA (PRWEB) March 23, 2006

Brand Pills are offering Xenical (orlistat), which is used to block fat from being absorbed by the body, to be purchased online with free prescriptions.

Xenical, like many other medications can be prescribed without a physical examination. Consultations can now be done online for free. Online consultations are an innovation in health care that utilizes the internet to improve patient access to the physician.

Xenical is available from Brand Pills in 120mg caps. They will provide you with the prescription necessary to buy the medication and can ship anywhere within the United States, although regulations within some states in the US prohibit shipment of some medications. They also offer next day discrete delivery for those who need medication immediately.

Xenical is available to buy online at:

Http://www. highly-rated. net/recommended/xenical. html (http://www. highly-rated. net/recommended/xenical. html)

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Single-Serving Salsa To Be Introduced at the IAAPA Show in Atlanta

Single-Serving Salsa To Be Introduced at the IAAPA Show in Atlanta

Tuxedo Chili’s introduces “Salsa in a Pouch,” offering c convenience, portability and freshness.

Tempe, AZ (PRWEB) November 7, 2005

What is the best-selling condiment on the market today? Believe it or not, it’s SALSA! Even in the most basic grocery or convenience store, you’re bound to find numerous brands of salsa in different flavors and degrees of hotness. What you won’t find is a salsa that allows you to enjoy a single serving without letting the rest of the jar sit opened in the refrigerator, getting mushy and losing its freshness and flavor – until now. Tuxedo Chili’s single-serving salsa in a pouch allows consumers to enjoy a fresh serving of salsa any time they want one. The pouches don’t need to be refrigerated, and at 3.4 ounces, they are the perfect size for vending machines, convenience stores, delicatessens and amusement parks.

Tuxedo Chili's will be exhibiting at the IAAPA Show in Atlanta on November 16, 2005. "This is truly a great alternative to offer a healthy option for amusement park attendees" states Lanee Weeter of The Weeter Group, National Sales Firm for Tuxedo Chili's. “We know that the market is going in this direction and more consumers are checking the nutrition facts on products."

“Salsa in a Pouch” is available in “medium” Roasted Green Chili & Garlic or “hot” Habanero. As with all Tuxedo Chili’s products, these new pouches are 100% natural, contain No MSG, No Trans Fats, No Added Sugars, Low Carb, Gluten Free.

This exciting new offering will compliment Tuxedo Chili’s current products, which include a complete line of signature BBQ sauces, original seasoning blends and rubs and mouth-watering marinades. A complete list of products may be found on their wholesale website at http://www. wholesalesalsa. com (http://www. wholesalesalsa. com).

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Ben Moyer Named as Pro Mujer's First CEO; Positions Pro Mujer for Next Phase of Growth

Ben Moyer Named as Pro Mujer's First CEO; Positions Pro Mujer for Next Phase of Growth

Pro Mujer named Ben Moyer its first Chief Executive Officer.

New York (PRWEB) December 12, 2006

Pro Mujer, a leading microfinance and women's development organization in Latin America, and a pioneer at combining financial and social services for the poorest women entrepreneurs, named Ben Moyer, Senior Consultant with Wainwright Investment Counsel, an independent investment consulting firm, its first Chief Executive Officer, announced Pro Mujer's Chairman, Rita Foley.

In making the announcement, Ms. Foley said: "We are pleased that a top investment professional and business executive of Ben Moyer's expertise and experience will be leading Pro Mujer in its next stage of growth and development. Ben has enjoyed a long relationship with Pro Mujer as a member of the board of directors of the organization since 2000 and is uniquely positioned to provide the strategic and operational direction that is necessary as Pro Mujer continues its expansion throughout Latin America," Foley continued.

Lynne Patterson and Carmen Velasco, Pro Mujer's founders, will work with Ben to shape and develop the future of the organization and will now fully dedicate themselves to the organization's geographic and service expansion while cultivating deeper relationships among the donor community.

Mr. Moyer said: "I'm truly excited to join the operating team of Pro Mujer. As chair of the Finance Committee and a member of the Loan Fund and Audit Committees of the board, I have had the opportunity to work closely with the team at Pro Mujer and feel that the organization has made tremendous strides in strengthening its financial management and controls while developing innovative financial products and social programs. I see an enormous opportunity for continued expansion of the Pro Mujer methodology of providing a combined package of financial and social services to Latin America's poorest entrepreneurs, and will work hard with the team to make sure the organization lives up to its full potential."

Ms. Velasco and Ms Patterson said: "With Ben's proven success in operations, investment management and oversight of multi-national businesses, he brings the right tools to lead Pro Mujer at this important time it its history. We are very pleased that he has agreed to serve as our first CEO and look forward to the contribution we both know that Ben will make to our organization."

Mr. Moyer's Background
Mr. Moyer is a Senior Consultant with Wainwright Investment Counsel, an independent, full-service investment consulting firm based in Boston, Massachusetts. Mr. Moyer also serves as a director and member of the Audit Committee of Ferroviaria Oriental, a publicly traded cargo and passenger transportation company in Bolivia. His international career started as a Peace Corps volunteer in Colombia. He joined First National Bank of Boston in 1968 and served as an officer of the Bank in Boston, Australia, Central America, the Dominican Republic, Bolivia, Panama and Taiwan. Mr. Moyer is a Yale University graduate and received an MBA in finance from Cornell University.

It was also announced that Maria Paula Carvajal, Pro Mujer's Chief Operating Officer, will be leaving the organization at the end of the year to pursue other personal interests. Since joining Pro Mujer at the beginning of 2006, Ms. Carvajal has put in place a structure in the New York office to better serve the growing needs of PMI and has helped build a team of dedicated professionals that will assist in the smooth transition of the organization as it moves to its next phase.

About Pro Mujer
Pro Mujer is an international microfinance organization, offering an integrated package of financial services, business training and healthcare to Latin America's poorest women entrepreneurs. Its integrated approach has proven a sustainable model for microfinance operations and a very effective way to help the poor achieve economic security and improved health. Beginning in Bolivia in 1990, Pro Mujer now also operates in Argentina, Mexico, Nicaragua and Peru. It has disbursed $246 million in small loans averaging $253. Pro Mujer clients have saved $8.9 million in individual accounts.

Pro Mujer is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. More information is available on our web site, www. promujer. org.

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Naomi Arnold Turns Tragedy into Triumph with the Release of New CD, From My Heart

Naomi Arnold Turns Tragedy into Triumph with the Release of New CD, From My Heart

Sri Lankan-born pianist/composer/singer Naomi Arnold brings healing, hope and inspiration to anyone who has suffered the loss of a loved one - especially mothers who have endured a miscarriage, stillbirth or infant death. The mother of two healthy boys, Naomi's musical focus was forever changed when she lost two healthy babies to the lonely, painful world of stillbirth. The passionate song, Not Again, symbolizes this as it highlights her triumphant new CD, From My Heart.

Germantown, MD (PRWEB) March 15, 2007

'Not Again!' were the first words painfully uttered by Naomi Arnold upon hearing the heartbreaking news that the sonographer could not detect the heartbeat of her baby daughter, Danielle. Having suffered a second stillbirth in 3 years, Not Again also became the name of the signature ballad on her newly released CD, From My Heart (http://www. musicbynaomi. com/music. htm). It had only been 34 months since she had delivered the lifeless body of her precious son, Brady. As part of her grieving, she composed Brady's Song and Danielle's Song - dedicated to the memory of each baby. Both songs, along with Not Again, depict the indescribable anguish of a mother searching for both healing and understanding after losing (not one, but) two healthy babies to the tragedy of stillbirth.

"It is very rare to find someone with this level of talent," states Bernard Marinovitch, President of El Arca Records (http://www. elarcarecords. com). Marinovitch, who is originally from France and is himself an accomplished pianist and arranger (having studied music at conservatories in both Toulon and Marseille) met Arnold in February/ 2006. So impressed was Marinovitch that he offered Arnold the opportunity to record and produce her next project at the studios of El Arca Records. Marinovitch adds, "Naomi brings her message to life through the unique sound of her beautiful music."

Arnold chimes in, "Though the songs dedicated to my beloved babies in heaven (Brady's Song and Danielle's Song) are fairly self-evident, Not Again truly represents the gamut of my emotions from heartbreak to hope to healing and is a story of eventual victory which I attribute to the glory of God." She has been invited to speak and share these poignant songs with other families who have suffered similar losses. Arnold continues, "This album attempts to convey the many experiences from my life, both happy and sad, and is truly from my heart."

Naomi Arnold is a contemporary pianist, composer, songwriter and singer. Though classically trained, Arnold's expansive repertoire includes her original compositions as well as contemporary Christian & popular ballads. She has performed at a variety of public and private venues in the United States, Canada, United Arab Emirates, India and Sri Lanka.

Born on the island of Sri Lanka, Arnold began playing the piano at the age of 6, performing since the age of 9 and composing/arranging music since the age of 15. In fact, between the ages of 11 and 15, she won numerous national awards for her musical achievement in piano and twice had those awards presented to her by the President and First Lady of Sri Lanka.

Arnold acknowledges that her musical abilities are a gift from God, and is honored to be able to bless, encourage and perhaps even inspire others through her music.

Media Contact

Antonio Nedimala

301-873-0733

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ManÂ’s Attempt to Play Star Wars for 70 Hours Requires Blood Test and Videotaped Proof

ManÂ’s Attempt to Play Star Wars for 70 Hours Requires Blood Test and Videotaped Proof

Brandon Erickson can forget about the good old days when you could play a video game for 70 hours straight and just snap a photograph of your high score and receive instant recognition as the new world record holder. Nowadays, you have to take a blood test and record the entire accomplishment on videotape.

Fairfield, IA (PRWEB) May 19, 2005

Brandon Erickson can forget about the good old days when you could play a video game for 70 hours straight and just snap a photograph of your high score and receive instant recognition as the new world record holder.

Nowadays, you have to take a blood test and record the entire accomplishment on videotape.

“I know my score won’t count if I don’t take a blood test after I’m done,” says Erickson, who, yesterday, on Monday, May 16, after weeks of marathon training, began a single game of Star Wars at the Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade in Portland, Oregon, and hopes to play it continuously until The Revenge Of the Sith premieres at midnight on Wednesday, May 18, in an attempt to set a new world record. The record that Erickson has to beat is 300,007,894 points, achieved by Brooklyn’s Robert Mruczek on January 20-22, 1984, after 49-1/2 hours of non-stop play.

Erickson, a 25-year-old human resources manager from Portland, is a rare breed. He is a classic video game marathoner, like the kind you used to read about back in the early 80s; the guys who took Asteroids for a three-day spin on one quarter and lived to talk about it. Except back then, you didnÂ’t need a blood test nor have to videotape your entire marathon -- every minute of it.

“As competitive video gaming heats up, becoming more professional, stricter standards of verification are being employed to separate true records from false records,” explains Walter Day, editor of Twin Galaxies’ Official Video Game & Pinball Book of World Records, the official record book for the worldwide electronic gaming industry. “And no where is the scrutiny falling heavier than on the gaming niche of “marathon” gaming: keeping a single game going on a single quarter for an entire weekend -- the legendary domain of classic arcade coin-op titles like Missile Command, Joust, Robotron and Star Wars.”

“Marathon gaming is becoming popular again,” reveals Day, of Twin Galaxies, the Fairfield, Iowa-based organization that has been monitoring world record scores since the early 1980s, when they verified, among hundreds of other marathons, Robert Mruczek’s Star Wars record in 1984.

And, like todayÂ’s athletic stars, Erickson has to prove he didnÂ’t enjoy any unfair advantages provided by drugs or mechanical devices. So, he must submit the following proof:

Videotape Confirmation:

An entire videotape record of every minute of the 70-hour game, complete with date and time stamp on every frame of the recording. Until videotaping came along, Twin Galaxies was never completely sure if a player had used illegal tricks, mechanical devices or capitalized on programming flaws in order to achieve their world record. Now, the widespread use of camcorders allows Twin Galaxies to examine a gaming performance frame-by-frame and preserve each accomplishment for future review.

Medical Confirmation:

Since marathon video gaming can be hard on the health, each gamer must sign a waiver accepting full responsibility for their own health and well being, verifying that they are in good health. “Though there were thousands of marathons conducted back in the early 1980s,” explains Day, “there is not one instance known to me where someone had an accident or developed a health problem. However, since the possibility of health problems still exists, we want to safeguard the health of the video gamer and not encourage them to do something that will hurt their mind or body. Therefore, before Twin Galaxies approves a marathon, the player must address this potential danger by having a physician examine their health and issue a report. Also, at the end of the marathon, the gamer must take the blood test to prove that drugs were not used.”

These stringent requirements are designed to prevent players from attempting marathons if their health is not strong enough for the activity. “And the blood test will weed out anybody who planned to abuse drugs,” adds Day”

Twin Galaxies’ list of banned drugs is the same list prohibited by the NCAA. “Especially drugs like Modafinil,” explains Day, “which is noted as a mood-brightening and memory-enhancing psycho stimulant which enhances wakefulness and vigilance – allegedly very popular among airline pilots. Drugs like this would give a gamer a serious advantage over a marathoner who was merely drinking Coca-Cola. The list of drugs will change and evolve as more information is gathered to protect the health of the gamer.”

Long-range, high scoring marathons, like the one planned by Erickson, were the meat and potatoes of the video gaming world back in the early 80s, notes Day, who personally organized many such marathons for Twin Galaxies back in the classic age of gaming. “You were deemed a star if you could take a game for days on a single quarter,” he says. “Players won tremendous prestige so everybody tried to master their favorite game and marathon it.”

History doesnÂ’t remember when the first video game marathon was conducted, but Day believes that it was performed on either Space Invaders or Asteroids in 1979. Since then, there have been thousands of marathons.

In the old days, when video game players did not have access to video camcorders, the marathons were verified by a photograph of the final screen and signed affidavits from three witnesses and the arcade management. That didnÂ’t work out too well, Day says, because some arcade managers had falsified claims in order to benefit from the ensuing publicity. Today, however, camcorders are equipped with date/time stamps that allow virtually foolproof verification

Erickson estimates that he can score an average of five million points per hour, reaching his goal in less than 70 hours, possibly as early as 60 hours. “I want to be done by the opening night of the new Star Wars movie,” he says.

When heÂ’s done, though, he hasnÂ’t decided if he will go straight to the movie theatre or go home to bed.

“Let’s see how I feel,” he says.

For more information, contact Twin Galaxies at www. twingalaxies. com or by email at walter@twingalaxies. com or call (641)472-1949

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New fitness Website to deliver the new, new thing for mind and body

New fitness Website to deliver the new, new thing for mind and body.

(PRWEB) December 15, 2000

Press Release

New fitness Website to deliver the new, new thing for mind and body: online personal training.

San Francisco, California – December 11, 27, 2000 – MyWorkoutPartner. com today announced plans to launch its premier online personal training service. The new fitness site specializes in designing personalized workout plans, based on users goals and lifestyle. The Website promises highly personalized plans whether your goals are to build muscle, lose weight or complete your first triathlon. MyWorkoutPartner. com was founded by Erick Alvarez, one of San Francisco’s top personal trainers, who points out that the biggest difference between MyWorkoutPartner. com and other fitness websites that use standardized or computer generated workouts is the personal and individual attention that they offer their members.

A combination of the WebÂ’s most extensive exercise library, articles on topics ranging from nutrition and motivation to exercise physiology, and the personalized workouts makes MyWorkoutPartner. com a hip new way to learn how to workout, eat right, and live healthier. And unlike fitness magazines or books, the site is interactive which allows members to e-mail their online trainer with their specific questions and concerns.

“This Website is an alternative to traditional and expensive personal trainers, and it’s ideal for anyone who either can’t afford or simply does not want to pay $50-$100 an hour for one – but would still like the workouts, guidance and support which personal trainers provide” says Alvarez, “My purpose is to create an interactive Website which will provide members with the workouts, nutrition education and information to reach their fitness goals and live healthier lifestyles” he adds. “There is so much fitness and nutrition information out there that it becomes a difficult task for an individual to make informed decisions about what is appropriate for them” explains Alvarez “at MyWorkoutPartner. com we take into account the many unique characteristics in a person to design their programs and provide nutritional guidance”

Erick Alvarez, 33, attended The San Francisco State University and earned a BS degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science; he is certified by the American College of Sports Medicine. Alvarez has trained clients at San Francisco’s most reputable health clubs, including The San Francisco Bay Club, Golden Gateway Tennis & Swim Club and Gold’s Gym. He has been featured on KPIX, Channel 5 (CBS) “Evening Magazine” and given seminars on fitness and health for the Department of Public Health of San Francisco. Erick Alvarez can be reached by e-mail at erick@myworkoutpartner. com or by telephone at 415.401.6618 or 415.260.5374.

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Moms Make The Grade! Go Mom!® Tips For Back to School Success

Moms Make The Grade! Go Mom!® Tips For Back to School Success

Organize and plan now to help you achieve back to school success with the least amount of stress. Molly Gold provides solid tips to help you enjoy the rest of your summer, while preparing for that all important school year.

Apex, NC (PRWEB) August 1, 2008

Today, GO MOM!® INC shares its newest ideas to help families make this year's return to school a huge success. "For many Moms, the start of the new school year has a greater impact to their household than the New Year, so late summer is brimming with opportunities to get organized and start fresh," states Molly Gold, Founder of GO MOM!® INC. "At the same time, the lazy days of summer demand our attention as each day that passes takes us one step closer to school and that much farther from the pool." Try these steps to help your family strike a balance between summer and the quickly approaching school year:

Take Time To Plan: If you have school aged children, you are likely somewhere between "I really want to go to the pool today" and "We have to buy school supplies before Meet the Teacher tonight." This year, give yourself the gift of time and use August to plan ahead. Starting August 1st, block one hour each day to tackle back to school tasks. If you think this is too much time to prepare, you are in denial Mom! Consider how long it may take to sort through current clothing with each child to see what fits and what doesn't before purchasing new items…not to mention shopping with your children for any replacements due. Consider how long it can take to inventory current homework station and project supplies before purchasing new items while also tackling each child's school supply list of items to bring on the first day. And finally, remember that once you start clearing closets out, you'll be cleaning up rooms and donating old items no longer needed…all of which takes time, albeit well spent. So, block those hours now so you can tackle things one day at a time and you'll find you'll not only be ready, but you'll be relaxed too.

Take Time to Save: Unfortunately, families nationwide are facing financial challenges and with the average back to school spending reaching close to $600 per child, parents are squeezing out every penny they can to keep tight budgets in check. To ease your bank account, include your children by discussing how important it is to be cost conscious and challenge them to be a part of researching the lowest prices ahead of store visits for any items in need. First, make the most of tax free weekends your state may offer at this all important time of year. Many states now include furniture and computers under certain price points as well as school supplies and clothing, all in high demand. Next, make the most of deep discounts when you find them, stocking up on glue sticks for the year when you find them for a nickel or plenty of pencils and crayons when they are just 25 cents a box. Visit manufacturers and retailers websites alike for coupons and watch the sale flyers all month to maximize your savings in the end. Also, when it comes to clothes, go discount retailer and resale whenever you can. Especially for brand conscious teens, you are likely to find an abundance of labels they love at a fraction of the cost and more importantly, this step will stretch your dollar. And one last note, after the school year gets underway, visit resale shops specializing in sports equipment and music supplies to satisfy any extra-curricular needs which can come with participation fees and physicals as well as the new gear in tow.

Take Time to Share: Now that you've cleaned and donated things you no longer need, take a closer look to see what more you can do. First, before you purchase anything this month, see if you can find it either on freecylce. com or at craigslist. com. While one is free, assuming you have posted an item to give previously, and the other is for sale, both are great ways to find unique items at a greatly reduced to no cost price point, and that works great for me. Next, consider ways that you can share your resources this fall, both personally and as a family. Our time is priceless and also completely free, so look at how you can help your school by volunteering in ways that work for you. Choose simple things, like collecting Box Tops for Education or lead the way by organizing an eco-friendly fund raiser from companies like Green Students Fundraising, Ltd. Both these steps are valuable and needed in your school community. And finally, if your budget will allow, consider donating non-perishable food items to a local food bank and school supplies to fellow classmates or organizations that will help disadvantaged students get the food and supplies they need. This is a teachable moment to include your children and open their eyes to how blessed they really are, no matter how modest, to be provided for, safe and secure.

GO MOM!® INC helps mothers make positive mothering a daily reality through the platform GO MOM!® Schedule. Organize. Grow.®. GO MOM!® INC is located in Apex, NC and promotes the use of the GO MOM!® product line which is based on unique scheduling solutions for everything family. The GO MOM!® product line is produced via license partnership with Mead Westvaco Consumer and Office Products and sold at most Office Max stores nationwide.

GO MOM!® INC Founder, Molly Gold, is a 42-year-old mother of three and the creator of The GO MOM!® product line. Gold is known for her keen insights into Family Scheduling and has been featured both in print and on air media alike. She is a Family Balance Contributor and Blogger at www. PreciousMoms. com as well as Family Scheduling Expert at www. BlueSuitMom. com. She was a featured Family Time Management Expert for Time Makeover on Fine Living Network, www. FineLiving. com and served as the 2007 Home Management Expert on Kenmore. com. Gold's work has most recently been featured in print in Scholastic Parent & Child, Pregnancy & Newborn, Pregnancy, Family Circle, Every Day with Rachael Ray, Cooking Light, Parents, Women's Health, and Family Fun Magazines, on air with NBC's Today Show Weekend Edition and Good Morning America, and a contributing author in The Experts Guide to the Baby Years, Ettus.

To learn more about GO MOM!® INC, visit http://www. gomominc. com (http://www. gomominc. com). For interviews with Molly Gold, you can e-mail her directly at mgold@gomominc. com.

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AP9 Todays Escapes Takes You to Haunted Places All Over The Country

AP9 Todays Escapes Takes You to Haunted Places All Over The Country

AP9 Todays Escapes, by Adaptive Marketing LLC, offers members significant savings on travel arrangements, including hotels, car rentals and more.

Norwalk, CT (PRWEB) October 3, 2006

Halloween, that ghostly time of year, is right around the corner, and kids of all ages will find the courage to become ghost busters … or at least try to have an out-of-this-world experience by visiting haunted places across the nation. These spooky-adventure seekers can arrange most aspects of their trip through AP9 Todays Escapes (http://www. todaysescapes-program. com/), a travel and entertainment discount membership program offered by Adaptive Marketing LLC.

Are you one of those people who thrive on eerie encounters, intrigued by ghosts, goblins and paranormal activity? If so, this is the time to get out there and experience for yourself all those stories you’ve heard about. No matter where in America you want to go chase a ghost, AP9 TodaysEscapes offers instant savings on travel reservations and car rentals, along with discounts on hotel stays, family restaurants, theme park admission tickets and more.

AP9 TodaysEscapes (http://www. todaysescapes-program. com/) offers a chilling list of places to visit if you’re looking for an eerie adventure:

A phantom guest

San Diego, the city of blue skies and endless places to visit, is also the home of one famous ghost. Her name is Kate Morgan, and her permanent residence is the Hotel del Coronado, room 3502. This lady arrived before Thanksgiving in 1892, to meet with her estranged husband. He never came, and she disappeared for a couple of days, until she was found dead on the beach from a gunshot wound. Since then, staff and guests have reported seeing a pale young lady walking around in a black lace dress. Some say it’s her ghost that still haunts the hotel, and along with her sightings, they’ve reported weird noises and sudden chilly breezes that no one can explain.

It’s a ghost town

The whole town of Story, Indiana, is now a country inn/bed-and-breakfast, and it’s considered the best-preserved example of a 19th-century small town in the American Midwest. Each cottage and room has its own name, and one of those is called the Blue Lady. The reason behind the name is simple: those who turn on the blue light next to the bed have had the “pleasure” of seeing the ghostly image of a woman. The same spirit wanders around the kitchen and the basement wine cellar. One guest had the courage to ask her who she was, and she simply replied “Allie” before disappearing in front of his eyes.

Many wandering spirits

San Francisco, just like any other city in the country, has its own ghost stories. There’s even a ghost tour that takes place around the Pacific Heights district, the area with the most reported sightings and ghostly activity. A woman named Flora has been frequently seen over the years wandering California streets; Dominga, Gertrude and George Atherton still show up at their Atherton Mansion, even though they died in the 19th century; teacher Mary Lake is said to eternally haunt room 410 at a former school for girls, now the well-known Queen Anne Hotel; and last but not least, there’s the haunted island of Alcatraz, where paranormal experts have detected the spirits of former inmates who just can’t get out of their prison cells.

There should be nothing spooky about planning a vacation that include ghost hunting. Members can log on to DealPass. com for exclusive savings on travel arrangements, entertainment, meals, shopping and other benefits to maximize their vacation budgets and spend their time doing what they like best -- all through AP9 Todays Escapes.

About AP9 Todays Escapes

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Seven Ways to “Make” More Love in Your Marriage

Seven Ways to “Make” More Love in Your Marriage

Baltimore, MD (PRWEB) October 7, 2004

LifeÂ’s daily grind can make you feel like the passion in your marriage is fading faster than Britney SpearÂ’s Vegas nuptials. Discover how to rekindle the spark between you and your spouse.

“Love is not a matter of chance; it’s your choice,” says Mort Fertel, author of Marriage Fitness: 4 Steps to Building & Maintaining Phenomenal Love.

A sought after public speaker on marriage and the world’s premier marriage coach, Fertel wrote Marriage Fitness to provide a step-by-step system for building lasting love. Endorsed by relationship experts around the world, Fertel’s Marriage Fitness focuses on building and maintaining a healthy relationship, not on conflict resolution or therapy; it unmasks the myth that “love is a mystery” and reveals a system of activities and behaviors to help you “make” more love.

Here Fertel taps into his storehouse of realtionship-building tips and reveals seven ways you can reconnect with your spouse and “make” more love in your marriage:

1.

Talk Charge. Talk to your spouse about something fun or frivolous 5 times each day for a

Minimum of 60 seconds.

2.

Touch Charge. Touch your spouse in a loving way at least 3 times each day.

3.

Date Night. Take your spouse on a date once each week.

4.

Romantic Retreat. Take your spouse away with you for a minimum of 3 days/2 nights.

5.

Photo Opportunity. Proudly display flattering pictures of your spouse in your office or car.

6.

Birthday Party. Plan an elaborate birthday party for your spouse; make them the ONLY guest.

7.

Super Talk Charge. Talk to your spouse about something personal and meaningful for a

Minimum of 25 minutes each week.

“It doesn’t take a Herculean event to build lasting love,” says Fertel. “You can get there

Doing small things in great ways.” How does YOUR relationship rate? Take the FREE assessment “How Well Do You Know Your Spouse?” PLUS get the FREE report “7 Secrets for a Stronger Marriage” at www. YourMarriageFitness. com.

CONTACT

Mort Fertel

(410) 764-1552

Mortfertel@marriagemax. com

Www. MarriageMax. com

Marriage Fitness: 4 Steps to Building & Maintaining Phenomenal Love MarriageMax, Inc.; 2004; ISBN: 0-9744480-0-1; $13.95; www. MarriageMax. com

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Fluoride Chemicals Leach Lead Into Water Supplies, New Research Shows

Fluoride Chemicals Leach Lead Into Water Supplies, New Research Shows

Fluoride chemicals are added to U. S. water supplies in a futile effort to prevent cavities but, instead, may cause health-robbing lead to enter your glass of water and body.

Burlington, VT (PRWEB) May 26, 2005

Fluoride chemicals, combined with other water additives, pull health-damaging lead from plumbing systems into drinking water, according to University of North Carolina researchers reported a North Carolina newspaper on May 18, 2005 (a). Fluoride is added to water supplies to prevent cavities, not purify it as some believe.

A combination of chloramines and fluorosilicic acid, especially with extra amounts of ammonia, leaches lead from meters, solder and plumbing systems, according to Richard P. Maas, PhD and Steven C. Patch PhD, co-directors of the Environmental Quality Institute at the University of North Carolina, Asheville.

Chloramine, a combination of chlorine and ammonia, is a water supply disinfectant. Fluorosilicic acid, the chemical used by over 91% of U. S. fluoridating communities, attempts to improve dental health in those who drink it About 2/3 of U. S. public water supplies are fluoridated but tooth decay remains a national epidemic, according to the U. S. Surgeon General. (b)

Maas said, “Tests showed lead levels three and four times higher in water with that combination of chemicals …About 500 systems, across the country, have switched to chloramine treatment since 2001…and most also use fluorosilicic acid,” according to the North Carolina newspaper, the News & Observer.

Maas said this chemical interaction could be responsible for the elevated lead levels recently plaguing Greenville, North Carolina (c). Health authorities issued a lead advisory for water from the Greenville Utilities Commission when elevated lead levels showed up in 26 of 106 sampled homes.

Water leaving the plant and its distribution lines do not contain lead. But testing showed two children with harmful lead levels, leading health officials to speculate that corrosion of pipes within the home may be the cause. Greenville authorities warned pregnant and breastfeeding women and children under age six to avoid the tap water until it is tested for lead.

Maas, who heads a lead poisoning prevention program in Western North Carolina funded by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, said his lab has tested more than 150,000 homes across the country in the past 18 years and found that 10 to 15 percent have a significant lead contamination problem, according to the News & Observer article.

“No amount of lead is safe for a young child’s developing brain,” says Paul Connett, PhD, Professor of environmental chemistry and toxicology at St. Lawrence University in Canton, NY and Executive Director of the Fluoride Action Network.

“If this new data is confirmed, it will further underscore the negligence of U. S. authorities using fluorosilicic acid as a fluoridating agent in the absence of any research establishing the safety of this particular fluoride chemical,” says Connett.

These new findings may help explain earlier published, peer-reviewed research by Roger Masters, PhD of Dartmouth College and Michael Coplan. Their studies show a link between water fluoridation status and elevated blood lead in children. (d)

Elevated blood lead levels are linked to developmental delays in children under age six and fetuses. Lead can adversely affect almost every organ and system in the body. The most sensitive is the central nervous system, particularly in children. Lead also damages kidneys and the reproductive system. The effects are the same whether it is breathed or swallowed.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, "fluoride works primarily after teeth have erupted." (e)

"It really doesn't make any sense to ingest fluoride chemicals, anyway. Fluoridation is an outdated concept, wastes money, jeopardizes health and should be stopped everywhere," says Connett.

References:

(a) North Carolina News & Observer, “Water treatment process called potential risk Chemicals' mix with plumbing could put lead in tap water” http://www. newsobserver. com/news/health_science/story/2417101p-8794959c. html (http://www. newsobserver. com/news/health_science/story/2417101p-8794959c. html)
(b) “First-ever Surgeon General's Report on Oral Health Finds Profound Disparities in Nation's Population,” News Release, May 25, 2000 National Institutes of Dental and Craniofacial Research

Http://www. nidcr. nih. gov/NewsAndReports/NewsReleases/NewsRelease05252000.htm (http://www. nidcr. nih. gov/NewsAndReports/NewsReleases/NewsRelease05252000.htm)
(c) “Pitt County Issues Advisory After Lead Discovered In Children.” May 3, 2005, WFMY News – Greensboro, NC

Http://www. wfmynews2.com/news/local_state/local_article. aspx? storyid=40346 (http://www. wfmynews2.com/news/local_state/local_article. aspx? storyid=40346)
(d) Masters RD, Coplan MJ, et al., “Association of silicofluoride treated water with elevated blood lead,” Neurotoxicology. 2000 Dec;21(6):1091-100.

Http://www. ncbi. nlm. nih. gov/entrez/query. fcgi? cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=11233755&query_hl=1 (http://www. ncbi. nlm. nih. gov/entrez/query. fcgi? cmd=Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=11233755&query_hl=1)
(e) "Recommendations for Using Fluoride to Prevent and Control Dental Caries in the United States," August 2001

Http://www. cdc. gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/rr5014a1.htm (http://www. cdc. gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/rr5014a1.htm)

Contacts:

Michael Connett, 802-355-0999, Project Director, Fluoride Action Network, info@fluoridealert. org

Dr. Paul Connett, Executive Director, Fluoride Action Network, paul@fluoridealert. org

Media Relations Director, Fluoride Action Network, carol@fluoridealert. org

Source: Fluoride Action Network

Http://www. FluorideAlert. Org (http://www. FluorideAlert. Org)
PO Box 5111

Burlington VT 05402

E - mail: info@fluoridealert. org

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GlaxoSmithKline Signs Contract with Numoda Corporation for Wireless Cinical Study

GlaxoSmithKline Signs Contract with Numoda Corporation for Wireless Cinical Study

GlaxoSmithKline will begin using a patented wireless data collection application developed by Numoda Corporation. The application will expedite the clinical trials process while solving significant logistic challenges for Glaxo.

(PRWEB) June 23, 2001

Philadelphia–June 21, 2001 –It was announced today that GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has signed a contract with Numoda Corporation to deploy Numoda mTrialä handheld software on SymbolÒ Devices to automate patient screening and data collection for an upcoming GSK clinical study.

The patented Numoda mTrial and wireless client server technology facilitates the screening and dosing of patients, and helps GSK solve a significant logistics challenge. The Numoda mTrial mobile application replaces a paper process used in previous trials.

"Numoda is excited to be paired with a company who understands innovation within the pharmaceutical industry and the value of our wireless expertise," said Mary Schaheen, President and CEO, Numoda Corporation.

GSK selected Numoda because they are the only third-party validated wireless company that enables automatic, direct-data entry at the point-of-care, and simultaneous transmission of that data to a central server from several disparate locations. These data will be instantly analyzed for the project manager and transmitted back to the trial sites via Numoda's bi-directional wireless synchronization for real-time decision-making.

About Numoda Corporation (www. numoda. com)

Numoda Corporation is the only wireless company that is third party validated for FDA compliance. Numoda software systems and services are wireless handheld data collection and reporting systems that provide point-of-service collection and one-time data entry, with instant delivery of that information to the enterprise database, unlike desktop, laptop, or cradle-based systems. Reports are instantly available and can be customized as desired. Numoda products provide full access and customizable query capabilities of corporate databases. Numoda technologies deliver not only great flexibility and immediacy, but also significant cost reductions, improved data quality, reliability and speed. Numoda has Fortune 500 customers in the Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Financial Services, and Insurance Industries, as well as Government.

The Best Choice for Healthy and Whole Smiles - Dental Implants

The Best Choice for Healthy and Whole Smiles - Dental Implants.

Dr Shawn Gurley, D. D.S, advises on dental implants versus bridges and partials. Modern-age materials combined with excellent expertise, have made implants the best solution for tooth replacement.

(PRWEB) March 22, 2005

Dental Implants: The best Choice for Restoring Smiles Permanently

Not only can Edentulism (missing teeth) plague an individual with insecurity, it can also have a dramatic impact on their quality of life. In fact, if missing teeth are left untreated, they can place stress on the remaining teeth since they require extra support, leading to an even greater tooth loss. Fortunately, there is a beautiful solution.

Modern-age materials resulting from long years of research and clinical trials, combined with excellent expertise, have made implants the best solution for Edentulism. “An implant is an artificial root made of titanium,” explains implant specialist Dr. Shawn Gurley DDS, of North Atlanta Aesthetic Dentistry.

Dr. Gurley performs the procedure much more efficiently using a local anesthetic – a huge advantage for his patients. “The placement of the implant takes about 20 minutes,” says Dr. Gurley, and the results are permanent!

Partial dentures, full dentures, and fixed bridges are now considered mediocre remedies compared to dental implants. Partial dentures can be unsightly and cause tooth decay; fixed bridges require the cutting down and crowning of natural, healthy teeth. “Dental implants,” Dr. Gurley comments, “are more ‘tooth friendly’.”

The most commonly used type of implant is placed in the actual bone (Endosteal). This type of implant is a great alternative for patients with bridges or removable dentures. According to Dr. Gurley, “The primary factor in implant success is that the patient must have adequate bone structure, since the implant relies on the jawbone for support.”

The process of dental implants may be intimidating for some patients. “It helps to know that implant techniques have been employed since the 1950’s, and improvements in procedures and materials have given implants an average success rate of 93 percent or better in a ten-year period,” assures Dr. Gurley.

There are a multitude of benefits once dental implants are in place. Dental implants look and feel so natural that patients may even forget they ever lost a tooth, and proper chewing functions are restored. The gooey adhesives of unattractive dentures are no longer necessary, gums are no longer painful, and there is actually an improvement in speech. Dental implants help to stop the progressive bone loss and shrinkage of the jawbone by mimicking the roots of natural teeth. At last patients suffering from Edentulism can have restored self-confidence and brilliant smiles.

Frequently asked questions when considering dental implants:

Can failed implants be replaced?

According to Dr. Gurley, “If an implant fails, which is highly unlikely, it can usually be replaced by another implant – and patients wouldn’t have it any other way,” he says.

Are dental implants obvious to others?

Implant treatments enable patients to have their new teeth look and feel like their very own. Dr. Gurley recommends taking a close look at the dentistÂ’s previous work, since some have a better artistic eye than others.

Will I need to be hospitalized?

Most implant procedures are performed in the dental office and under local anesthesia, although some patients may desire pre-medication or IV sedation to control apprehension. Hospitalization may be necessary for complex surgical procedures or general health complications.

Is there pain or discomfort?

Many patients report implant surgery less troublesome than having teeth removed. With modern anesthesia and close attention to post-operative care, one can expect minimal discomfort.

Shawn Gurley, DDS, received the Meritorious Service Award in 1986 from the University of Tennessee. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Northern District Dental Association and the Hinman Dental Society. He is also a member of the prestigious American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. For more information, please call Angela Braden at 310-309-7046 for more information, or log onto www. northatlantasmiles. com.

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Managed Care Ethics--An Oxymoron? A Medical School Course? or a New U. S. Supreme Court Case? News at 11, Literally

Managed Care Ethics--An Oxymoron? A Medical School Course? or a New U. S. Supreme Court Case? News at 11, Literally.

The U. S. Supreme Court has just agreed to decide whether HMOs can be sued for negligence in medical coverage. Dr. John La Puma, a practicing physician and author of the book Managed Care Ethics (Hatherleigh, NY, 1998) helps CNN's anchors Kathleen Hayes, Geri Willis and Valerie Morris clarify the issues. La Puma appeared with the attorney for the plaintiffs in the Davila v. Aetna Health Supreme Court case.

Santa Barbara, CA (PRWEB) November 6, 2003 -

John La Puma, MD, FACP, nationally recognized medical ethicist and author of Managed Care Ethics (Hatherleigh, NY, 1998) appeared with anchors Kathleen Hayes, Geri Willis and Valerie Morris of CNN on CNNfnÂ’s Flipside November 5, 2003 at 11 a. m. EST. La Puma discussed the ethical issues raised by managed care as viewed by practicing physicians who order treatments that their patients cannot or do not receive because of managed care coverage decisions.

La Puma was interviewed with the plaintiffs' attorney in the Aetna Health v. Davila case, in which a Texas patient sued after being required to take slightly more dangerous, less expensive medication for arthritis, instead of the medication, Vioxx, which his physician had recommeneded. He suffered a serious intestinal bleed, but can no longer take medication absorbed through the stomach. The Supreme Court has agreed to decide whether HMOs can be sued for negligence in coverage.

The law is a floor for ethics--it is the least we should do. And ethics is what you do when no one else is looking, and no one else may look. Managed care ethics tries to answer the questions "How much coverage is fair? When should a doctor take financial considerations into account in treatment? Which decisions should be medical? Which should be administrative?

On CNN, La Puma offered first hand, practical approaches to what can seem like impossible, philosophical questions. For example, health care is managed care now. But should consumers and physicians be insulated from health careÂ’s real costs? Should physicians be the ones to negotiate on price? Does ERISA, the federal Act which governs benefits, protect managed care organizations from negligence because health care coverage is an employee benefit?

About Dr. La Puma

The first physician in the country to enroll in and complete a fellowship in medical ethics, John La Puma, M. D., F. A.C. P. is a board-certified specialist in internal medicine and a best-selling author. Dr. La Puma’s work has been featured in USA Today, Prevention, Men’s Journal, Parade, Diversion, Health, Self, Shape, Vogue, Better Homes and Gardens, Women’s Day and Newsweek Magazines, and he has appeared on major network outlets (NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX and PBS) nationwide. In 2003, he was named “One of the Country’s Top Physicians” by the Consumer’s Research Council. He worked in managed care as a practicing physician for nearly 10 years, writing 2 more books on ethics, and seeing patients with ethical problems in consultation. Dr. La Puma sees patients and lives in Santa Barbara, California.