1-800-Patches, Inc. Launches Green-Tea-Weight-Loss-Patches. com - Your Premiere Online Patch Shoppé, Reviving the Green Tea Benefits of Ancient Asia!

1-800-Patches, Inc. Launches Green-Tea-Weight-Loss-Patches. com - Your Premiere Online Patch Shoppé, Reviving the Green Tea Benefits of Ancient Asia!

Enjoy green tea diet made from the green tea extract with all green tea benefits, the remedial features of diet patches, at Green-Tea-Weight-Loss-Patches. com (a portal from 1800patches. com).

(PRWEB) February 18, 2005

Green tea and weight loss patches: 100% safe, rapid and effective slimming mantras of today!

Enjoy the classic Asian Green tea with the green tea diet, backed with multiple green tea benefits. Today, millions of people across the US, with obesity and cardiovascular problems, choose from various brands of traditional, decaffeinated green tea diet, enriched with scintillating flavors. Clinical studies have long ago shown that a cut-down on the calorie intake of our daily diet helps to reduce blood-cholesterol level dramatically. For long, most of us have relied heavily on crash dietary programs to curb excess fat, which have done nothing more than slowing down the metabolism drastically. The need of the hour, however, is the green tea diet, which actually works as an alley to our metabolism and hormonal systems, thereby curing overweight or obesity permanently.

Originating from the plant "Camellia Sinensis", and produced by steaming fresh leaves at high temperatures, the green tea has been a part of the Chinese diet for over 3000 years. Numerous manufacturers of the green tea weight loss system have sold green tea extract in capsule form, as it has been really difficult to create a good tasting liquid extract. These days, however, some have come up with instant beverage green tea, that is not only potent, but tastes great! You can mix it with hot water or try it as a delicious iced tea, and enjoy all the green tea benefits that you've read of. The green tea extract in the liquid beverage is much more concentrated and contains far more polyphenols and catechins than the green tea sold in capsule forms. These two are basically active ingredients containing optimum green tea benefits and are also the most bio-available to your system.

Researchers at the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition have referred the green tea extract as a hundred times safer alternative to traditional diet drugs, which are often accompanied by an increase in the heart rate. Besides, it is also termed as an immensely powerful antioxidant, working to increase your energy output with its high amount of catechin polyphenols. These compounds work with other chemicals to increase levels of fat oxidation and thermogenesis, where the body burns fuel such as fat to create heat. With the bioflavonoid-rich, potent tea extract, green tea and weight loss have now become synonymous with each other.

Proven to bring brilliant weight loss results, the green tea and weight loss patches, (commonly known as diet patches) manufactured by premiere pharmacies have been instant hit with the obese Americans. Researches have revealed the relevance of a well-functioning metabolism in the success of a weight management program, and for several years, premiere pharmacies have attempted to experiment with the weight loss and general health benefits of the green tea and other slimming patches. The diet patches combine natural ingredients, clinically proven to stimulate your metabolism and boost your energy levels significantly. They are basically steady weight loss remedies, which, with their active ingredients, pass your bloodstream directly through your skin, and thereafter work with the chemistry of your own body to produce rapid, remarkable fat-burning results. When the diet patches are placed on the skin, they release weight-regulating substances, which are gradually absorbed by the body, increasing metabolism and also activating fat burning mechanisms.

Use these medical breakthrough products in weight loss, to get the optimum results, without the dangers commonly associated with the conventional diet drugs and ephedrine-based slimming pills.

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EG Reporter: A Comprehensive Web Based Reporting Solution for the eG Monitoring Suite

EG Reporter: A Comprehensive Web Based Reporting Solution for the eG Monitoring Suite

Baseline service levels across the network, system, and application tiers. Get a bird's eye view of their infrastructure performance. Offer customized reports highlighting service quality. Cross-correlate across performance metrics to identify bottlenecks. Perform effective post-facto analysis and problem diagnosis. Identify abnormal usage patterns and trends, and initiate proactive capacity planning

(PRWEB) July 18, 2004

eG Reporter

In many domains, IT infrastructures have evolved from being used primarily for support to being the mainstream medium of doing business. For the businesses to function effectively, these infrastructures have to meet the service levels expected of them. The eG Reporter isa 100% web-based performance reporting solution that can be used by IT administrators to audit and report on the performance of their infrastructures.

Using eG Reporter, users can login from any where, at any time, and view reports that provide insights into the performance of the critical network, server, and application tiers of their infrastructure. By seamlessly integrating the eG Manager, with a single sign-on, eG Reporter allows users to analyze any of thousands of metrics collected by the eG product suite for trending, capacity planning, problem diagnosis, or service level audits. Using the insights provided by eG Reporter, users can determine how efficiently the network, servers, and applications in the target infrastructure are working, where the performance bottlenecks could be, as well as when and how capacity planning initiatives need to be launched.

Powerful Insights

By offering various types of reports, eG Reporter provides powerful insights into an IT infrastructure's performance.

Operation Reports

To assist administrators and operations staff, eG Reporter offers a number of pre-canned network, server, and application reports that provide in-depth insights into the different metrics, their variation with time of day, and deviation from their normal thresholds. Service level violation reports on an hourly, daily, and monthly basis are also available. The network, system, and application insights provided in the operation reports can provide clear indicators of performance bottlenecks and trends that could be affecting infrastructure performance, Users have the flexibility to customize the operation reports to suit their individual needs and preferences. The customized report templates can be saved as favorites for easy cross-reference.

Comparison Reports

These reports enable operational staff to effectively cross-correlate between the performance and usage of different infrastructure components. For instance, a response time report could depict the response times of the network, web server, application, and database to enable correlation and quick diagnosis of bottleneck points. A load comparison report can analyze the effectiveness of the load distribution across different servers.

Snapshot Reports

These reports enable rapid post-mortem analysis. Users can choose a time period for the analysis and review the performance of each and every metric relating to a specific component during this period in a single, comprehensive report. A simple color coding scheme used in this report helps users quickly pin-point which component(s) could have been problematic during the review period. Context-sensitive analysis of the events and performance data is made available to assist users with detailed drilldowns for further diagnosis.

Executive Reports

For management executives, eG Reporter offers comprehensive health reports that summarize the overall state of each of the infrastructure components. By reviewing a report of a server's health, an executive can determine what percentage of the time was the server's operation trouble-free. By comparing the performance reports of the different components, executives can quickly determine where the problem-prone areas of their infrastructure are. Comparison of performance across time periods can also provide

Indications of whether the infrastructure performance is improving over time.

All the reports provided can be personalized for specific users, depending on their role and responsibility. eG Reporter also offers single-click printing of reports, saving of report templates as favorites, and saving of report data as PDF documents that can be provided to customers as an audit of service performance. eG Reporter is an ideal solution for in-depth analysis of a production infrastructure's performance. During pre-production and staging too, eG Reporter can be effectively used, to study the performance of the different infrastructure tiers during different stress test scenarios.

For more information visit : www. eginnovations. com

Sales Enquiries : sales@eginnovations. com

TWNpeople. com, the Healthy Alternative to My Space, Friendster, and Other Networking Sites

TWNpeople. com, the Healthy Alternative to My Space, Friendster, and Other Networking Sites

TWNpeople, a business, social, and musical networking site, offers healthy alternative to My Space, Friendster, and other networking sites that contain pornography and links to pornographic material.

Monroe, GA (PRWEB) May 7, 2006

The creation of TWNpeople, a featured site of TransWorldNews, Inc., was born out of the demand for a useful networking site that provided more than just a venue for posting lewd blogs, provocative pictures, and links to pornographic material. Through TWNpeople an alternative forum has been launched where the focus is on positive interaction amongst its members. TWNpeople is a site where people don’t have to be embarrassed or hide the fact that they are a member. Rather they are encouraged by employers, friends, schools, churches and parents to create profiles that promote beneficial relationships, whether they are in their business field, their peer group, or family.

With the recent media coverage depicting the negative impact of particular social networking sites, TWNpeople has designed a site that offers members a more meaningful and efficient substitute. News outlets such as MSNBC, Dateline, USA Today and CBS have all reported about the dangers linked to sites such as My Space. The deceptive and predatorial approach taken by members has grown and led to an unsafe environment for many of its users. TWNpeople strives to provide a more useful tool for its members. Not interested in creating a space limited to social networking, TWNpeople has focused on providing the tools for a productive site that facilitates not only a social bridge but an expansion of business and musical networking as well.

When visitors or members browse TWNpeople they have the opportunity to interact with company owners, CEO’s, talent agents, individuals in similar employment fields, or any created profile designed for business reasons. TWNpeople becomes a useful tool for problem solving and ideas when utilized in this manner. By creating business networks, individuals can discover new techniques and approaches to their job, or explore new avenues of employment. Visitors and members can view profiles uploaded by business executives that list contacts and other pieces of useful information. Agents can list upcoming calls or castings. The opportunities are endless.

For musicians TWNpeople profiles provide valuable exposure to their target market. Whether it is an established musician or one trying to make a name, a TWNpeople profile can attract positive feedback. With a site that draws the type of people musicians are looking for, TWNpeople is an instrumental tool for those looking to expand in the musical arena. Booking agents, club owners, festival organizers can all find a musicians profile on TWNpeople, as well as create their own profile so that musicians can directly contact them.

On a social networking side the goal is to bring people together and really provide sustainable relationships that don’t have to be limited. Profiles can define who you are and attract individuals with similar interests. People can create a friends list that includes those they stay in contact with, organizations, clubs at school, or family members. Share your musical interests by uploading favorite songs or update others about a great musician. Through your profile you can display pictures in a gallery. Highlight a trip you went on, upload pictures of your friends, show extended family a photo album. Your profile can list favorite activities and or ambitions that you have. A TWNpeople profile acts as your personal resume, and enables members to initiate friendships.

A TWNpeople profile is also a great opportunity for actors, sports stars, authors and anybody in the entertainment business to keep in touch with fans. By creating a profile these individuals can keep people up to date with not only their professional career but charitable causes that they are involved with as well. When visitors and members view their profile they can gain information about fundraisers or upcoming events that support a benevolent foundation.

TWNpeople profiles are not about shock value or alter egos, rather they are meant to be a true depiction of the member. Establishing a site with members that include doctors, teachers, families, children, engineers, etc., demonstrates the necessity for such a site. TWNpeople knows that there are people who are turned off by the other sites that seemingly disregard the offensive material uploaded daily. By forming a community of members who really desire a change, TWNpeople is built on upholding the integrity of its users.

Designed to offer a more intelligent and meaningful alternative to sites such as My Space, Friendster, and other social networking domains, TWNpeople strives to maintain a standard of integrity on its site. Recognizing that there are people who would like to utilize a site free of pornography and links to pornographic material, TWNpeople makes every effort to promote a clean and healthy environment for all its members.

Visit TWNpeople at: www. twnpeople. com

About TransWorldNews™

TransWorldNews, owned by TransWorldNews, Inc., has combined innovation and ingenuity to become the leader in global news distribution. TransWorldNews has distribution access to 700 newsrooms & over 8000 journalists in the United States and Canada. All news releases submitted through TransWorldNews are carried on the additional TransWorldNews syndicated sites (TWNkeys. com, stockenews. com, stockfiling. com, wallstreetnewshour. com, and explosivepicks. com) as well as all RSS affiliates. With sites in fourteen countries providing its clients with cost effective and efficient distribution options, along with useful tools to create exposure for their business, TransWorldNews has solidified itself as the premier choice for making your news known to the world.

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Microsoft Launches Zune Pass Affiliate Program and Joins 5 Star Affiliate Programs

Microsoft Launches Zune Pass Affiliate Program and Joins 5 Star Affiliate Programs

Microsoft Zune Launches Affiliate Program at Affiliate Summit in Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) January 18, 2010

5 Star Affiliate Programs (http://www.5staraffiliateprograms. com/), is proud to announce the launch of the Zune Affiliate Program (http://microsoftzune.5staraffiliateprograms. com). Following a preview of the program in December, the official affiliate program launch will take place at Affiliate Summit West in Las Vegas. Attendees at the sold out Affiliate Summit conference will be able to meet with Judd Boone of Vega Consulting - Director of Affiliate Services, on January 18th and 19th to ask questions about, and apply to join, the Zune affiliate program.

"This program is a clear win-win for Microsoft Zune and affiliate marketers" said Linda Buquet, President of 5 Star Affiliate Programs. "Having a Zune affiliate program will help to expand Microsoft's reach in the online music and entertainment community and will offer affiliate partners the opportunity to share the revenue. We are proud to have Microsoft Zune join the 5 Star family of high integrity affiliate programs."

Zune Affiliate Program Overview

The first offer in the Zune affiliate program is a commission on the sale of Zune Pass subscriptions. The Zune Pass music subscription costs $14.99 per month and offers members unlimited access to music downloads, as well as internet streaming to their PCs through the Zune PC software or on Zune. net, as well as on their Zune portable media players when connected to a wireless network. Plus, subscribers can keep10 songs per month, forever.

Affiliates are given a variety of creative material including a large library of banners and widgets that provide 30 second samples of selected artists. These creative materials promote a 14 day free trial of the Zune Pass subscriptions and also offer a sweepstakes where each week Zune is giving away a new Zune HD 16GB, plus a 12-month Zune Pass music subscription. Affiliates benefit from recurring payouts, high commissions, great conversion rates, customer incentives like a free trial and sweepstakes offers, and full support from Microsoft Affiliate Services.

To sign up for the program or for more information, please see: Zune Affiliate Program Details (http://microsoftzune.5staraffiliateprograms. com)

About 5 Star Affiliate Programs
5 Star Affiliate Programs (http://www.5staraffiliateprograms. com/) is a premiere affiliate marketing destination site that represents carefully selected, high integrity, top paying affiliate programs. In addition to representing the Zune Affiliate Program, 5 Star also represents Google Affiliate Network, RevenueWire and MarketHealth among others. The 5 Star Affiliate Blog (http://affiliate-blogs.5staraffiliateprograms. com/) features affiliate marketing news and advice to help both affiliates and merchants achieve greater conversion rates and ROI from their online marketing efforts.

For additional information contact:

Linda Buquet, President, 5 Star Affiliate Programs
Phone: 760.781.5663
Email: linda AT 5staraffiliateprograms. com

Judd Boone, Director Affiliate Services, Vega Consulting
Phone: 425.444.1914
Email: judd AT vegaconsultingllc. com

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CanadaÂ’s Vaunted Health Care System Goes on Trial in Supreme Court of Canada

CanadaÂ’s Vaunted Health Care System Goes on Trial in Supreme Court of Canada

Autistic Children sue for their constitutional rights in CanadaÂ’s highest court!

Langley, BC (PRWEB) May 20, 2004

Autism is a devastating neurological condition that science has proven can be overcome with the proper treatment at an early age. After pain-staking reviews, the British Columbia Superior Courts agreed with science and decided that treatment for autistic children is medically necessary and should be provided as part of the childrenÂ’s constitutional rights to proper health care. The federal government blatantly disagrees.

In three separate legal cases heard by three different courts and on three separate occasions, the British Columbia Superior Courts reviewed all the research and listened to arguments pertaining to the value of medical treatment for British Columbia’s autistic children. Each individual case was judged on it’s own merit. In all three cases, the British Columbia Superior Court judgments deemed behavioral autism treatment to be “medically necessary” and to be provided!

In the first case, Auton 2000, [BC Supreme Court] the court clearly stated that the treatment is medically necessary and issued a court order directing the government to pay for treatment. The second case, Auton 2002 [BC Court of Appeal – 3 judges], strengthened Auton 2000 and again ordered the government to pay necessary treatment. The third case, Anderson 2002 [BC Supreme Court] upheld the decision, and ordered the government to stop litigating and pay for the desperately needed treatment of all children with autism. In all three cases the government ignored the court orders and rejected the multiple court rulings outright!

In total disrespect to the Canadian judicial system that they themselves represent, all provincial governments across the country and the federal government are waging a pitched legal battle rather than taking care of its children. The legal maneuver is solely intended to deny Canada’s autistic children their constitutional rights to the treatment they so desperately need and their families cannot afford. This landmark legal struggle for the rights of Canada’s autistic children to necessary medical treatment— the ‘Auton’ case — will be heard before Canada’s highest court in Ottawa on June 9th & 10th, 2004 with all provinces and the federal government intervening against the children. The judgment handed down in the Auton case will have a broad and lasting effect on every single Canadian who is ever in need of any type of health care.

The core of the GovernmentsÂ’ defense is based on autism health care research produced by B. C. Office of Health Technology that is skewed and grossly inaccurate. The Government funded researchers were directed to produce bogus research to defend the government in this autism treatment lawsuit. This act has crossed the humanitarian line and is in total conflict with every single CanadianÂ’s constitutional rights. It begs the question: at what point will the Canadian Government stop wasting taxpayers dollars funding bogus research performed by corrupt professors, and stop using other equally as deceptive tactics solely intended to deny Canadian citizens their constitutional rights to proper health care?

Over thirty years of scientific study have proven that Lovaas-type autism treatment is the only successful treatment for debilitated children with autism. The New York Department of Health and U. S. Surgeon General affirm as much. ItÂ’s the only longitudinal, between-subject designed, matched study in autism treatment research showing the efficacy of the treatment. There have been over half a dozen replications, demonstrating that, in every case, the children in the treatment group SIGNIFICANTLY improved over the control group. In this landmark study published nearly twenty years ago, half of the children were indistinguishable from their peers after only 2 1/2 years of behavioral treatment. Of the remaining children, all made significant gains over their controls.

Despite this, years of legal appeals by governments in many provinces have wasted millions upon millions of the taxpayers dollars, funding court cases instead of funding treatment. The ensuing result of their actions have forced families — who can ill afford it — to devote more of their shrinking incomes to providing the necessary treatment for their children and fight for their constitutional rights to proper health care in court.

The subtext of the ‘AutonÂ’ case is how government funded autism health research is corrupt and hopelessly conflicted. Academic researchers were directed to produce bogus research defending the governmentÂ’s position in the autism treatment lawsuit. Although these researchers write their advocacy research behind the crest of the universities in an attempt to garner legitimacy for their biased work, they cannot avoid the fact that they are 100% funded by Ministries of Health. Their money is often laundered through the university to make it look like its arms length. 

Fortunately, well funded academic mercenaries did not succeed in scuttling this court case: Justice Allan of the British Columbia Supreme Court found Government’s health policy research on autism to be “obviously biased.” Undeterred, government funded health academics are now taking the same distorted autism treatment research to the Supreme Court of Canada on June 9th for the final, decisive legal battle. To add insult to injury, the skewed and grossly inaccurate autism health care research funded by government for the Auton case (produced by B. C. Office of Health Technology) has crossed the Canadian border. It has become a global nuisance causing very real harm to children afflicted with the debilitating disorder of autism worldwide. Simply stated, Canadian junk science is blocking autism health insurance for children around the world – an export we Canadians should not be proud of.

Bottom line: Today, there is a new generation of Canadian children who have unnecessarily lost their futures to the ravages of autism. These children, with the proper treatment, could now be living happy and productive lives had it not been for the endless and inhumane legal maneuvering by government. But instead they are totally dependent on their parents and siblings for their wellbeing. Eventually these children will end up as wards of the state costing the taxpayers millions of dollars. CanadaÂ’s autistic children deserve and must receive the unique treatment that science has proven to be effective - and they so inexcusably have been deprived of. The British Columbia superior courts have already ruled that the treatment is medically necessary and is owed to CanadaÂ’s autistic children as part of their constitutional rights to proper health care.

The stakes are high. On June 9th & 10th the Supreme Court of Canada will preside over whether governmentÂ’s nearsighted bureaucrats have free hand to block desperately needed treatment for CanadaÂ’s children disabled by the devastating neurological condition of autism.

The decision of the court has much bigger implications than merely the impact on Canada’s autistic children. Our constitutional right to proper health care for our “core health need” has never been challenged in the Supreme Court of Canada. Whatever the outcome, it is sure to set a precedent and become the standard by which all future health care decisions are measured.

A front row seat to the now famous Auton Case is afforded by Dr. Sabrina Freeman’s whistleblower expose that chronicles the various techniques government uses in its attempt to discredit the science behind the uniquely effective, science-based treatment protocol for autism — Lovass-style behavioral autism treatment. The book is Science for Sale in the Autism Wars: Medically necessary treatment, the court battle for health insurance and why health technology academics are enemy number one.

For more information about autism and the fight for medically necessary treatment at the Supreme Court of Canada level, please contact Omni Publicity-Joe Ullrich 813-875-7877

For a copy of Science for Sale in the Autism Wars, go to www. skfbooks. com

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PsychCME and CME Outfitters Announce Live CE Activity: 'Dosing and Receptors: Lessons Learned from CATIE' Premieres Wednesday, January 25, 2006

PsychCME and CME Outfitters Announce Live CE Activity: 'Dosing and Receptors: Lessons Learned from CATIE' Premieres Wednesday, January 25, 2006

PsychCME and CME Outfitters are pleased to announce an upcoming live and interactive psychCME TV activity titled "Dosing and Receptors: Lessons Learned from CATIE." Offered as a live satellite broadcast, webcast, and telephone audioconference premiering Wednesday, January 25, 2006, from 12:00 p. m.–1:00 p. m. ET, the activity will focus on providing evidence-based educational information and clinical context regarding the efficacy of medications used to treat schizophrenia in the CATIE trial.

Rockville, MD (PRWEB) January 5, 2006

psychCME and CME Outfitters are pleased to announce an upcoming live and interactive psychCME TV activity titled "Dosing and Receptors: Lessons Learned from CATIE."

Offered as a live satellite broadcast, webcast, and telephone audioconference premiering Wednesday, January 25, 2006, from 12:00 p. m.–1:00 p. m. ET, the activity will focus on providing evidence-based educational information and clinical context regarding the efficacy of medications used to treat schizophrenia in the CATIE trial. The recorded satellite broadcast will re-air from 3:00 p. m.–4:00 p. m. ET. This CE activity will be available as an archived webcast, podcast, and telephone audioconference shortly after the live broadcast, and available as a videotape and multimedia CD-ROM in February 2006.

Participation in this activity is free, as is obtaining a CE certificate; however, registration is required. Three forms of registration are accepted:

Online: Visit the activity details page at http://www. cmeoutfitters. com/cmea. asp? ID=166 (http://www. cmeoutfitters. com/cmea. asp? ID=166)
Phone: Call 877.CME. PROS (877.263.7767)

Fax: Visit the activity details page at http://www. cmeoutfitters. com/cmea. asp? ID=166 (http://www. cmeoutfitters. com/cmea. asp? ID=166), print and complete the activity details form, and fax to 240.243.1033

Statement of Need:

In the past 10 years, five new atypical antipsychotic medications have been FDA-approved as a treatment for schizophrenia. They are collectively placed in the class of atypical, or second-generation, antipsychotics because they all share some advantages over older, first-generation antipsychotics. The distinguishing feature of second-generation antipsychotics is their lower propensity for causing extrapyramidal side effects. They also appear to have a broader spectrum of efficacy in reducing both positive symptoms (hallucinations and delusions) and negative symptoms (amotivation, emotional and social withdrawal), cognitive impairment, mood problems, and perhaps even persistent aggressive behavior. This broader efficacy may be due to differences in the agents’ receptor activity profile. The Clinical Antipsychotic Trials of Intervention Effectiveness (CATIE) trial is the most comprehensive independent trial comparing existing treatments for schizophrenia conducted thus far; however, information available from CATIE on dosing and two newer atypical antipsychotics, ziprasidone and aripiprazole, is limited. In this evidence-based psychCME TV activity, CATIE researchers will discuss these limitations in the context of receptor pharmacology of the atypical antipsychotics and what it means for the clinicians who are responsible for making informed, real-world decisions on dosing in patients with schizophrenia.

PsychCME Moderator:

Prakash S. Masand, MD

Consulting Professor of Psychiatry

Duke University Medical Center

Durham, NC

Faculty:

Jeffrey A. Lieberman, MD

Chairman, Department of Psychiatry

College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University

Director, New York State Psychiatric Institute

Director, Lieber Center for Schizophrenia Research

Psychiatrist-in-Chief at New York Presbyterian Hospital & Columbia University Medical Center

New York, NY

John W. Newcomer, MD

Professor of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Medicine

Washington University School of Medicine

St. Louis, MO

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this CE activity, participants should be able to:

Compare and contrast receptor pharmacology of the atypical antipsychotics. Assess the relationship of receptor pharmacology to dosing, efficacy, and side effects. Apply a contextual framework to the existing CATIE data. Recognize the importance of providing individualized treatment strategies for patients with schizophrenia.

Target Audience:

Physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, psychologists, social workers, certified case managers, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals with an interest in mental health.

Commercial Support:

CME Outfitters, LLC, gratefully acknowledges an educational grant from Bristol-Myers Squibb Company and Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc., in support of this CE activity.

Credit Information:

CME Credit (Physicians):

CME Outfitters, LLC, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. CME Outfitters, LLC, designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 category 1 credits toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. Each physician should claim only those credits that he/she actually spent in the activity.

Note to Physician Assistants: AAPA accepts Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed credit from AAFP, and AMA Category I CME credit for the PRA from organizations accredited by ACCME.

CNE Credit (Nurses):

This Educational Activity is presented by CME Outfitters, LLC, which has been approved as a provider of continuing education by the New York State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. It has been assigned code 5UYSJZ-PRV-0485. 1.2 contact hours (Pharmacology)

CEP Credit (Psychologists):

CME Outfitters, LLC, is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. CME Outfitters, LLC, maintains responsibility for the program. 1.0 CE credits

NASW Credit (Social Workers):

This program was approved by the National Association of Social Workers (provider #886407722) for 1 continuing education contact hour.

CCMC Credit (Certified Case Managers):

This program has been approved for 1 hour by the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC).

CPE Credit (Pharmacists):

CME Outfitters, LLC, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. 1.0 contact hours (0.1 CEUs)

Universal Program Number: 376-999-06-005-L01 (live presentation) 376-999-06-005-H01 (recorded programs)

To receive credit, participants must review all activity materials in their entirety, score 70% or above on a post-test, and fully complete and return both the credit request form and activity evaluation. A certificate or statement of credit will be mailed within 4-6 weeks to all who successfully complete these requirements.

About CME Outfitters:

CME Outfitters is a full service healthcare communications agency providing continuing education content development, production, marketing, accreditation, and project management services to the healthcare industry. Among its many collaborative ventures, CME Outfitters enjoys an exclusive role in producing, certifying, and supporting the popular psychCME series of educational activities. For more information on CME Outfitters, including a complete calendar of its free award-winning educational activities, please visit http://www. cmeoutfitters. com (http://www. cmeoutfitters. com), or call 877.CME. PROS (877.263.7767).

To view all of CME Outfitters' recent press releases, visit http://www. cmeoutfitters. com (http://www. cmeoutfitters. com) and click on "CME Outfitters in the News" or visit http://www. prweb. com (http://www. prweb. com) and search for "CME Outfitters."

PsychCME EXTRA, a weekly e-newsletter published by CME Outfitters, is a convenient way to stay informed of all psychCME news and information. To subscribe, visit http://www. cmeoutfitters. com (http://www. cmeoutfitters. com) and click on "Register for Updates."

Contact: Jessica Primanzon

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240.243.1308 direct

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Gym Quest Launches Innovative New Program to Promote Health and Fitness

Gym Quest Launches Innovative New Program to Promote Health and Fitness

Fitnastics program designed to curb growing trend of child obesity.

(PRWEB) August 7, 2005

Gym Quest Gymnastics is one of several gymnastics clubs across the country to begin offering classes specifically designed to promote health and fitness in children. The Fitnastics program was coordinated by USA Gymnastics and is part of a national program to help combat the growing trend of child obesity in America today.

Currently in America, 25% of children are considered overweight or obese. Furthermore, over 70% of girls and 40% of young boys do not have the muscle strength to pass the milestones outlined in public schools' physical education programs. The Fitnastics program was created as a way to promote an active lifestyle for children by showing that exercise can be fun.

Fitnastics is unique from other fitness programs for children because its success is measured by the effort of the child rather than by the child's ability to reach a standard performance goal. The program can be tailored to fit each child's natural abilities and skills, all while teaching the child about the importance of good nutrition and exercise in a safe, fun environment.

The Fitnastics classes are accompanied by a website full of resources on nutrition and exercise, including scholarly articles, sample exercise routines, and ideas and recipes for healthy meals and snacks. Gym Quest and USA Gymnastics feel that the combination of resources and action is key to guiding children on the path to healthy habits.

"Fitnastics is a fun, rewarding way to help the youth of the Richmond area and their parents embark on a healthy lifestyle," said the Lubkings, owners at Gym Quest Gymnastics.

Gym Quest Gymnastics is located at 3004-B Impala Place in Richmond, VA. In addition to Fitnastics classes, Gym Quest offers recreational and competitive gymnastics for girls and boys, and is the largest gym in the Richmond area.

For more information on Fitnastics or other programs at Gym Quest, please contact Doug or Colleen Lubking at 804-262-9400.

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Holy Cross And Mercy Hospitals Announce Staff Promotions

Holy Cross And Mercy Hospitals Announce Staff Promotions

John C. Johnson named to national position and new CEO and President named at local hospitals

Ft. Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) March 24, 2010

After leading Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale and Mercy Hospital in Miami to the top five percent in the nation for clinical excellence, John C. Johnson has been named to a new regional position where he will assume responsibilities for more Catholic Health East (CHE) hospitals that also will enable him to remain actively involved in the growth and development of both Holy Cross and Mercy.

CHE, a multi-institutional Catholic health system located within 11 eastern states from Maine to Florida, announced today that effective May 1, 2010, Johnson would assume the post of Executive Vice President, Ministry Operation. In his new role, Johnson will be responsible for mergers and acquisitions for the CHE system, for Regional Health Corporations in the southeast including Holy Cross Hospital and Mercy Hospital, and he will work closely with CEOs throughout the system.

“I am very grateful to be able to serve the Catholic Heath East ministry in a larger context while also continuing my involvement in the community I love,” Johnson said. “The Board of Trustees of Holy Cross Hospital has conferred upon me the title of President Emeritus of Holy Cross and I will maintain an office in the Sister Innocent Conference Center at Holy Cross where I can continue to work closely with my successors here and at Mercy, the associates who have come to mean so much to me, our skilled physicians and tireless volunteers.”

Johnson has served as President and CEO of Holy Cross Hospital since 1998 and of Mercy Hospital since 2008. An active member of the community, Johnson has been recognized with the Alexis De Tocqueville Award from United Way, the Sun-Sentinel Publisher’s Community Service Award and as Leadership Broward Leader of the Year.

Reverend Monsignor Tomas Marin, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Holy Cross Hospital, announced that Holy Cross Hospital Executive Vice President and COO Patrick Taylor, M. D., MBA, has been promoted to President and CEO of Holy Cross Hospital.

Sr. Barbara Cekosh, SSJ, chairperson for the Mercy Hospital Board of Trustees, announced that Mercy Hospital COO Manuel P. Anton III, M. D., has been promoted to President and CEO of Mercy. Both are effective May 1.

Holy Cross Hospital

“John and Pat have worked hand-in-hand for some time in creating a seamless succession plan, collaborating closely on strategic issues,” Marin said. “Pat will continue with John’s vision of evolving Holy Cross from a great community hospital into a renowned teaching and research hospital without missing a beat.”

Currently, Dr. Taylor is the Executive Vice President, COO and Chief Medical Director of Holy Cross Hospital, where his primary areas of responsibility include being the physician chief executive of the Holy Cross Medical Group/HCMG (a 111 physician employed multi-specialty group), oversight for the Jim Moran Heart and Vascular Research Institute, continued development of the Centers of Excellence which include the Orthopedic Institute, Jim Moran Heart and Vascular Center, Bienes Cancer Center and responsibility for all facility operations of Holy Cross Hospital.

During his 22 years at Holy Cross, Dr. Taylor has served in increasing levels of management responsibility. He joined Holy Cross as an Emergency Physician in 1988 and quickly advanced to Medical Director of the Emergency Department in 1990 before serving as Executive Director of Medical Affairs for HCMG until 1999. While serving in these capacities, Dr. Taylor pursued formal business training/education and received an MBA. He was promoted to the role of Vice President of HCMG in May of 1999 and implemented a financial turnaround strategy for HCMG. He advanced to Senior Vice President in July 2002 and Chief Operating Officer in September 2006. He has directed strategic, quality and financial turnarounds of hospital operations.

Dr. Taylor received his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame, Doctor of Medicine degree from Duke University and completed his Emergency Medicine Residency at Georgetown/George Washington/University of Maryland combined program. He subsequently completed an Executive MBA at Florida Atlantic University while actively practicing at Holy Cross. Active in the community, Dr. Taylor has served on the Board of Directors of Broward Partnership for the Homeless and Jack and Jill Children’s Center. He previously was a member of the Broward County Regional EMS Council; President of the Caducean Society of Fort Lauderdale; Leadership Broward Class XIV; American Diabetes Association; and Recipient of the 2007 Valor Award.

“It’s great to know John and I will continue to work together as we strive to better serve this community and our patients,” Dr. Taylor said. “He always told me he did not want to be one of those leaders who can’t let go and, consequently, it has been my privilege to work beside him to become intimately familiar with day-to-day operations as well as the intricacies of strategic plans for the development of the hospital.”

Mercy Hospital

“Manuel was recognized with the National Quality Award from the Florida Healthcare Coalition for his commitment to efficiency and effectiveness of medical care,” said Sr. Cekosh. “He is the ideal person to lead Mercy Hospital as we continue to make advances in clinical excellence while ensuring the best practices in medicine which will maintain Mercy Hospital’s trusted role in serving our community’s healthcare needs.”

Joining Mercy Hospital in 2001 as senior vice president and medical director, Dr. Anton was responsible for the clinical and strategic direction of the organization. In addition to traditional roles of quality, risk and medical staff management, he assumed responsibilities at various times for managed care contracting, patient financial services and business development. In 2008 he was appointed Chief Operating Officer of Mercy Hospital, while retaining prior duties, including overall operational responsibility.

Prior to Mercy Hospital, Dr. Anton served 10 years at the Orlando Regional Healthcare System (Orlando Health). He joined Orlando Health as Assistant Director of Medical Education in Internal Medicine and Director of Quality and Utilization for the Department of Medical Education which cared for the majority of admissions to the medical center. Soon thereafter he was appointed Medical Director for Orlando Regional Home Health and for managed care and was elected Chairman of the Department of Internal Medicine for the flagship 600-bed hospital. During this time, he served on numerous professional advisory committees for managed care organizations including Blue Cross, Prudential and Aetna. Upon departure from Orlando Health, he was Vice President of the managed care subsidiary, Healthchoice, in addition to his medical center related duties. In this role, he provided medical oversight and managed the network development services for a combined managed care enrollment of more than 100,000 members.

Dr. Anton earned his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Medicine degrees from Emory University. He is board certified in internal medicine having completed his residency with Boston University, where he later served as a clinical instructor. He undertook a Chief Medical Residency at Waltham Weston Hospital and Medical Center. He completed a general medicine fellowship with the Department of Veterans Affairs and undertook health policy and management courses at the Harvard School of Public Health.

Dr. Anton has worked on several State of Florida chartered committees including the Practice Parameters Advisory Committee and the Prostate Cancer Task Force. Miami Today named Dr. Anton among the “Best of Miami 2009 Role Models.” He has given numerous presentations on topics related to healthcare administration. He has been involved in several scientific publications including the oft cited “Comparison of Hospital Costs and Length of Stay Associated with General Internists and Hospitalist Physicians at a Community Hospital,” published in the American Journal of Managed Care. He serves on several nonprofit boards, including Catholic Hospice and the Agrupacion Catolica Universitaria, and volunteers on the Belen Jesuit High school Parent Advisory Council, as well as with the Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards.

“It has been my honor to serve Mercy Hospital in its important mission,” Dr. Anton said. “I am proud of the national recognition the hospital has received and look forward to continuing to work alongside John, Mercy’s world-class physicians and dedicated associates as we build on the strong foundation John has created.”

In January, both Holy Cross Hospital and Mercy Hospital were ranked in the top five percent in the nation for clinical excellence by HealthGrades, the leading independent healthcare ratings organization, to become two of only 269 hospitals in the nation to be named as a HealthGrades Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence™.

About Catholic Health East:
Catholic Health East is a multi-institutional Catholic health system, which is co-sponsored by 13 religious congregations and Hope Ministries, a Public Juridic Person within Catholic Health East. Based in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, the System provides the means to ensure the continuation of the Catholic identity and operational strength of the sponsors´ health ministries, which are located within 11 eastern states from Maine to Florida. The System includes 31 acute care facilities, 42 free-standing and hospital-based skilled nursing facilities, 21 residential facilities, three free-standing behavioral health facilities, 29 home health agencies, a managed care plan and numerous ambulatory and community based health services with more than 14,000 beds. Catholic Health East facilities employ 43,000 full time employees as partners in ministry. With combined total revenues of $4.3 billion and $5.2 billion in total assets, Catholic Health East is one of the nation´s largest Catholic health care systems. For more information visit www. che. org.

About Holy Cross Hospital:
Holy Cross Hospital, a recipient of the prestigious Magnet™ award for nursing excellence, HealthGrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence™ (2003-2008 & 2010) and HealthGrades Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2008 & 2009),was named One of America’s 50 Best Hospitals™ (2007 & 2008) by HealthGrades and One of America’s Best Hospitals for Orthopedics (2008 & 2009) by USNEWS & World Report. Broward County’s only Catholic Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy (http://www. sistersofmercy. org/) and a member of Catholic Health East. A 571-bed acute care hospital staffed by over 600 physicians, Holy Cross offers progressive services and programs to meet the evolving healthcare needs of Broward County. Since 1955, Holy Cross has taken pride in the ability to combine quality medical care and advanced technology with sincere human compassion and understanding. The hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and its medical team has earned a reputation for excellence. To learn more about Holy Cross Hospital, 4725 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL, visit www. holy-cross. com.

About Mercy Hospital:
Mercy Hospital, a recipient of the prestigious Magnet™ award for nursing excellence, HealthGrades Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence Award™ (2003-2004, 2006-2010) and HealthGrades Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2007-2009), is Miami-Dade County’s only Catholic Hospital. Established in 1950, it is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph (http://www. ssjfl. org/) of St. Augustine, Florida and a member of Catholic Health East. A 473-bed acute care hospital, staffed by over 700 physicians representing 27 medical specialties, its Centers of Excellence include: The Heart Center at Mercy Hospital, the Miami Cancer Center at Mercy Hospital, the Orthopedic Institute at Mercy Hospital, and the Minimally Invasive Surgical Institute at Mercy Hospital. Mercy Hospital is located at 3663 S. Miami Avenue, Miami, FL. www. mercymiami. org.

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New Website Brings Insights and Information on Lifestyle and Genes Directly to Consumers

New Website Brings Insights and Information on Lifestyle and Genes Directly to Consumers

Sciona, Inc. Announces Launch of MyCellf. com ushering in a new era of consumer focused DNA and lifestyle conversations

BOULDER, CO (PRWEB) January 16, 2007

Sciona, Inc., the leading supplier of direct-to-consumer DNA testing (http://www. mycellf. com) for lifestyle and nutritional guidance, announced today the launch of MyCellf. com, http://www. mycellf. com (http://www. mycellf. com), created to engage in the conversation about the interaction of genes with diet and lifestyle (http://www. mycellf. com).

The site was conceived to provide a balance between information, customer interaction and commerce for interested consumers and healthcare professionals. Because nutrigenetics (http://www. mycellf. com) is a complex subject, Sciona provides direct access to its staff geneticists and dietitians through an extensive Knowledge Center with in-depth genetics information specifically focused on gene, diet and lifestyle interaction. Due to the speed and advancements in the field of nutrigenetics, the site also includes the latest research and industry news within the resource center with links to relevant websites.

Sciona CEO Peter Vitulli commented, "We are excited to announce the launch of our new website. The new design offers easy navigation, provides broad user-friendly content with access to the most up-to-date research and news in nutrigenetics, as well as updated Sciona product information and a simplified online-purchasing process. Most importantly, direct access to information from Sciona staff geneticists and dietitians provides a unique and invaluable resource for consumers and health professional who visit our website."

Sciona blog RSS feed: http://feeds. feedburner. com/mycellf (http://feeds. feedburner. com/mycellf)

About Sciona, Inc.   

Sciona, based in Boulder, Colorado, sells patented, personalized genetic tests (http://www. mycellf. com) and offers a unique non-medical, lifestyle counseling based on an individual's diet, exercise and lifestyle history and a confidential genetic screening. By supplying this information direct to consumers through a detailed Action Plan, Sciona is able to guarantee complete privacy and confidentiality to the customer and total individual control of genetic information. The Sciona programs focus on lifestyle and nutritional adjustments to enhance health and longevity. They do not provide specific information about disease state or genetic predisposition. The Company's products are offered through direct sales, the internet and select retail outlets. For more information, visit www. sciona. com.

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What's Special About Natural Herbal Remedies

What's Special About Natural Herbal Remedies

Today’s emphasis on wellness and a more holistic approach to healthcare has given rise to a new Popularity for herbs. More and more people are using herbs for their natural, time-tested effectiveness in prevention as well as for treating a variety of ailments.

(PRWEB) December 10, 2005

Today’s emphasis on wellness and a more holistic approach to healthcare has given rise to a new Popularity for herbs. More and more people are using herbs for their natural, time-tested effectiveness in prevention as well as for treating a variety of ailments. Wellness is becoming a new philosophy.

The use of herbs in medicine dates back thousands of years. In fact, many of today’s medicines were originally derived from botanicals. For example, aspirin once came from the white willow tree, quinine from the bark of the cinchona tree and digitalis from foxglove. Herbs are still the basis for Chinese medicine and are important constituents of many European natural remedies. As Hippocrates said, ‘Let thy food be thy medicine, thy medicine be thy food’.

Natural Herbal Remedy Company, Viridian, is committed to bringing you the best herbal supplements available today. They apply the same high standards to our herbs as with the rest of their nutritional supplements.

Viridian’s herbs are carefully selected from plants growing in the wild (wild-crafted) or meticulously cultivated on special herb farms. "They choose the finest. Freshest herbs based on a strict set of criteria such as, the correct geographical origin of the raw material, the authentication of the species and the quality of the raw material." said Keith Woolley, Director, Boots Herbal Stores - a Viridian authorised distributer. "Organic sourced herbs are a priority."

Viridian Natural Herbal Remedies are available online from http://www. ethicalvitamins. co. uk (http://www. ethicalvitamins. co. uk)

Boots Herbal Stores have been established sine the 1930's in the UK. They retail Viridian from their High Street stores as well as from their web-store. For mail order call +44 1782 617463 or write to Boots Herbal Stores. 5 Castle Walk, Newcastle, Staffs, UK ST5 1AN for a full product catalogue.

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TOPZ® Healthier Burger Grill Opens Two New Locations

TOPZ® Healthier Burger Grill Opens Two New Locations

TOPZ Healthier Burger Grill, a quick-casual dining restaurant, announces the arrival of two new locations: TOPZ Orange, California; and the first TOPZ in Charlotte, North Carolina located in the Ballantyne area.

Woodland Hills, Calif. (PRWEB) April 16, 2008

Rod and Nancy Cuervo have opened their first franchised TOPZ restaurant Orange, Calif. Rod and Nancy have plans of opening another three locations in the next two years. Web site: http://www. topz. com (http://www. topz. com)

"TOPZ offers a healthier alternative to traditional fast food," says Dr. Rod Cuervo, Orange County's Master Developer, "and people are looking for ways to eat healthier. TOPZ attracted us because of their wide selection of American culinary classics and great tasting food."

CJAM Enterprises LLC, a Charlotte company, has opened its first of many locations planned for the Charlotte area. Their first location is at the Old Lancaster Shopping Center on Lancaster Highway.

"We were really attracted to TOPZ operating model and unit economics," said experienced restaurateur George Di Paolo, CJAM's General manager. "It's a simple model to replicate; and has so much flexibility that it was the right fit for our growth strategy."

CJAM Enterprises, LLC, acquired the Master Developer rights for Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Iredell and Union counties. The next location is scheduled to open by the end of 2008; their plan is to ultimately build 10 locations within the next five years.

For additional information on the news that is the subject of this release, contact Mark Matters or visit www. topz. com.

TOPZ® Healthier Burger Grill
TOPZ is a quick-casual, healthier burger grill, restaurant chain, that serves great tasting, fresher and healthier versions of Classic American food. Menu items are prepared fresh when ordered; TOPZ products feature high quality ingredients with less fat.

With a variety of food items to satisfy any palate, TOPZ features Gourmet Black Angus burgers, Turkey burgers, Garden burgers, Grilled Chicken Breast sandwiches, Grilled Ahi Tuna sandwiches, Gourmet Salads, Air-baked Aero Fries® and Aero Rings®, and Real Fruit Ice Cream shakes. "Kidz" favorites include hamburgers, hot dogs, grilled cheese sandwiches and air-baked chicken nuggets -- making TOPZ the perfect place to please both parents and children alike.

With a unique sauce bar featuring a selection of dipping sauces; as well as a soda bar with four flavored syrups, TOPZ allows the guests to customize their food and beverages; each visit can be a unique a personal experience that cannot be found anywhere else.

TOPZ has been featured in several nationally televised reports; as well as leading industry publications such as Entrepreneur Magazine, Chain Leader Magazine, Nation's Restaurant News, Franchise Times, and Entertainment Weekly.

TOPZ currently has locations in California, Michigan, North Carolina and Texas. Additional locations are scheduled to open in Kentucky and Tennessee. Individual franchise opportunities and Master Developer rights are available in several growth markets.

Contact:
Mark Matters, President and CEOttt
TOPZ Franchising, Inc
22351 Ventura Blvd. #186
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
(800) 996-8679
Http://www. topz. com (http://www. topz. com)

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Drugstore. com Pharmacy Partners With MedHelp to Answer Questions About Medications for Free

Drugstore. com Pharmacy Partners With MedHelp to Answer Questions About Medications for Free

Pharmacists from leading U. S. online pharmacy will personally respond to questions as MedHelp launches its first drug information forum.

San Francisco, CA and Bellevue, WA (PRWEB) September 24, 2008

MedHelp (www. medhelp. org), the leading online health community connecting people to medical experts, information and shared experiences, and the drugstore. com™ pharmacy (http://www. drugstore. com/pharmacy (http://www. drugstore. com/pharmacy)]) today announced a partnership to provide registered pharmacists to answer questions from MedHelp members. The new forum on MedHelp. org is called Ask-a-Pharmacist (http://www. medhelp. org/forums/show/296) and is the first to focus solely on medications.

"Drug and treatment information is the 2nd largest search category in health, only behind symptom searches," said John de Souza, MedHelp CEO. "We are honored to be able to provide people with access to the highest quality drug and treatment information, leveraging the knowledge and experience of the pharmacists at drugstore. com."

"drugstore. com pharmacists care about providing the best information to ensure safe and proper use of prescription and over-the-counter medications to improve people's health," said Ron Kelly, vice president, customer and pharmacy services, drugstore. com, inc. "Our pharmacists are looking forward to participating in the new forum, answering questions and connecting with the MedHelp online health community."

This partnership brings expertise from drugstore. com registered pharmacists to MedHelp's online healthcare community, the largest in the world with over 5.5 million unique visitors each month. MedHelp's site connects visitors with each other and to the best healthcare experts in the world to get high quality medical information and share health-related experiences. This partnership further expands the list of MedHelp's blue chip medical partners. People can now get information on MedHelp's website on 200+ health topics from over 125 medical experts representing the world's best medical institutions, including 9 of the Top 11 hospitals on the U. S. News & World Report "2008 America's Best Hospitals" list.

About MedHelp:
MedHelp, with over 5.5 million monthly users, is the largest online health community site connecting people with shared medical experiences. MedHelp provides its users with access to advice from experts at the top medical institutions such as the Cleveland Clinic, Johns Hopkins, National Jewish, Partners Health, drugstore. com, inc. and Mount Sinai Medical Center. MedHelp members can access an online archive of millions of posts across hundreds of medical conditions. In addition, MedHelp offers personalized user accounts, information on health topics and treatments, and an extensive set of health tools to help users track and monitor various health conditions. For additional information, please visit http://www. medhelp. org (http://www. medhelp. org).

About the drugstore. com™ pharmacy:
The drugstore. com pharmacy (www. drugstore. com/pharmacy (http://www. drugstore. com/pharmacy)]) is a leading online destination for prescription medication, information, and services. A broad selection of over 5,000 drugs is available with a verified prescription from a US licensed health care provider. Most insurance plans are accepted, customers not using insurance will find competitive pricing, and prescriptions can be delivered to all 50 states. The easy to use web store provides customers a secure and private shopping experience plus resources to safeguard their health such as the Drug Interaction Checker and the eMedAlert™ program. The drugstore. com pharmacy, operated by DS Pharmacy, Inc., is certified by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) as a Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Site (VIPPS) and complies with federal and state laws and regulations in the United States. DS Pharmacy, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of drugstore. com, inc. (NASDAQ: DSCM), whose portfolio of brands includes drugstore. com™, Beauty. com™, and VisionDirect. com™. In addition, drugstore. com (http://www. drugstore. com) offers a wide selection of nearly 40,000 over-the-counter products including medicine cabinet essentials, home medical equipment, vitamins and supplements, and products to support healthy lifestyles.

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An Analysis of McKesson Corporation, One of the Leading Providers of Ethical and Proprietary Drugs in North America

An Analysis of McKesson Corporation, One of the Leading Providers of Ethical and Proprietary Drugs in North America

Research and Markets (researchandmarkets. com/reports/c31569) has announced the addition of McKesson Corporation Business Intelligence Report to their offering.

Dublin (PRWEB) January 27, 2006

Research and Markets (http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/c31569 (http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/c31569)) has announced the addition of McKesson Corporation Business Intelligence Report to their offering.

McKesson Corporation (McKesson) is a Fortune 15 corporation providing supply, information and care management products and services designed to reduce costs and improve quality across the healthcare industry. McKesson, founded in 1833, conducts its business through three segments. McKesson’s strategy is to create strong, value-based relationships with customers, enabling it to sell additional products and services to these customers over time. Through its Pharmaceutical Solutions segment, McKesson is a leading distributor of ethical and proprietary drugs, and health and beauty care products throughout North America. This segment also manufactures and sells automated pharmaceutical dispensing systems for retail pharmacies, and provides medical management and specialty pharmaceutical solutions for biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturers, patient and other services for payors, and software, and consulting and outsourcing services to pharmacies.

McKesson’s Medical-Surgical Solutions segment distributes medical-surgical supplies, first-aid products and equipment, and provides logistics and other services within the United States and Canada. McKesson’s Provider Technologies segment delivers enterprise-wide patient care, clinical, financial, supply chain, managed care and strategic management software solutions, automated pharmaceutical dispensing systems for hospitals, as well as outsourcing and other services, to healthcare organizations throughout North America, the United Kingdom and other European countries.

This Business Intelligence Report provides the information and analysis you need on McKesson Corporation to gain an understanding of what makes the company one of the leading drug and medical equipment distributors, as well as a leading information solutions organization. The report provides the following sections: Industry Overview/Trends, Company Overview/Corporate Strategy, Internet Activities, Company Executives, Financial Information, detailed Lines of Business, and Sources.

Summary

Our BusIntell Report provides the information and analysis you need on McKesson Corporation to gain an understanding of what makes the company one of the leading drug and medical equipment distributors, as well as a leading information solutions organization. The BusIntell Report provides the following sections: Industry Overview/Trends, Company Overview, Corporate Strategy (including Strengths/Weaknesses), Internet Activities, Company Executives, Financial Information, detailed Lines of Business, and Sources.

For more information visit http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/c31569 (http://www. researchandmarkets. com/reports/c31569)

Laura Wood

Senior Manager

Research and Markets

Press@researchandmarkets. com

Fax: +353 1 4100 980

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Accelitech's 2nd New Jersey CyberKnife Site Commences Operations

Accelitech's 2nd New Jersey CyberKnife Site Commences Operations

Accelitech Partner, Saint Peter’s University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ begins treating CyberKnife patients in February 2010

Chicago (PRWEB) February 22, 2010

Accelitech LLC announces the commencement of patient treatments at it’s new CyberKnife program located in New Brunswick, NJ, a hospital-based facility operated by Saint Peter’s University Hospital. The acquisition and deployment of the CyberKnife was made possible through a joint venture partnership created by Accelitech. This is the second joint venture of this kind in New Jersey that Accelitech has implemented.

The Accelitech partnership with St. Peter’s joins its other CyberKnife partners including the Hospital of Saint Raphael’s (Connecticut), Cooper University Hospital (New Jersey), Mercy Hospital (Miami), Lafayette General Medical Center (Louisiana), Penrose – St. Francis (Colorado Springs) and Saint Elizabeth’s Regional Medical Center (Nebraska). The Accelitech network continues to grow giving partner’s greater access to leading business and clinical practices for building stereotactic radiosurgery programs. “With increasing market competition throughout the US, Accelitech brings to its hospital partners the experience that makes the difference between success and failure in a given market”, says Jim TeWinkle, Executive Vice President of Accelitech “Simply having the technology is no longer enough. Physician alignment, clinical experience, marketing and operational efficiency are key”.

The proprietary Accelitech model allows hospitals to secure advanced technology that they might not otherwise be able to provide to their patients and physicians. With a full array of support services, the Accelitech Model helps hospitals and physicians to ensure success.

About Accelitech LLC
Accelitech LLC is a leading developer of stereotactic radiosurgery and cancer programs. Headquartered in Chicago, Accelitech is a privately held company with broad experiences and resources in healthcare law, finance, development, and clinical operations. Accelitech provides the capital, expertise and legal models to allow physicians and hospitals to bring new technology to market for the benefit of the patients they serve. Accelitech has sites and projects under development throughout the United States.

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First Book in Sarbanes-Oxley Body of Knowledge (SOXBoK™) Series

First Book in Sarbanes-Oxley Body of Knowledge (SOXBoK™) Series

SOX Institute today announced the publication of the first book in its Sarbanes-Oxley Body of Knowledge (SOXBoK) series, "The Sarbanes-Oxley Act: An Introduction" (Van Haren Publishing, ISBN 9087530838).

New York, NY (PRWEB) November 19, 2008

SOX Institute today announced the publication of the first book in its Sarbanes-Oxley Body of Knowledge (SOXBoK) series, "The Sarbanes-Oxley Act: An Introduction" (Van Haren Publishing, ISBN 9087530838).

"SOXBoK is the culmination of nearly three years of work by a dedicated team of thought leaders and experts in the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002," said Sanjay Anand, Chairperson of The SOX Institute (www. grcg. com). "We consider it our flagship publication, and are thrilled that the book is receiving accolades from practitioners."

Although large, publicly traded companies are required to comply with the SOX Act, many smaller public companies, private companies, and non-profit organizations are opting to comply in order to reinforce stakeholder confidence. According to Anand, "SOXBoK was written and edited so that it is accessible to everyone from novices to those who are recognized professionals in audit-related fields."

Anand praised the team of researchers, writers, and editors, whose contributions to SOXBoK led to the creation of this authoritative, comprehensive compendium on the SOX Act. They included: Kim Czarniewy, EP Medical Systems, Finance and Accounting; Josie De Marco, PMP, Project Management Office, USA, Information Technology; Beth Anne Fellenz, Senior Auditor, Internal & External Audit, Isaac Toyin Gbenle, MBA, CSOX-IT, ESPN, Inc., Legal & Compliance; Kathy Glynn, CPA, Gap Resources, LLP SOX Compliance Consulting, Internal & External Audit Team Lead; John LaCagnina, CSOX, CISA, PMP, CobiT certified, MCSE, MCIPT, AI, Auditor/Security and Compliance Analyst, SOXBoK Board; Johna Ledlow, PMP, CSOXP, Project Manager, Information Technology Team Leader; Debra Noel, EDS, Finance and Accounting Team Leader; Jim O'Keeffe, PMP, CISM, CDP, SPV America, Project Leader; Richard Mays Owen, PMP, PhD, Richard Owen International, Legal & Compliance Team Leader; Robert Schwind, MBA, CSOXP, CISA, GKBN Technologies, Inc, SOXBoK Board; Cindy South, PMP, Yellow Book USA, Documentation & Writing and Heather Turner, CAPM, Olympic Health Management Systems, Documentation & Writing

In addition, a team of reviewers fine-tuned the book so that it captured both the broad strokes of the SOX Act as well as the details of each title and section. The reviewers included: Ana María Rita Carrizo, Public Accountant, CIA, CISA, Deloitte & Co.; Carol S. Cesareo, CSOXP, CIA Candidate, PharmaNet; Norman L. Comstock, Jr., CIA, CISA, CISSP, CSOXP, CCSA, UHY Advisors; Rena L. Hall, CSOXP, CICS, Midwest Banc Holdings, Inc.; Norman Kromberg, CISA, National Bank Examiner, CQA, Before It's Time Inc.; Jack D. Leidecker, CISA, CISSP, CISM, CBM, CSOXP, NSA-IAM, GRMCC. com; Kent Leipold, M. B.A., C. B.M., Texas Department of Transportation; Alice Peterson; Kohila R, ACA, CFA, MBA, Atlantis Management Services and Brenda Wynne, CSOXP, Alcon Laboratories

Anand noted that this first installment of SOXBoK gives those who have responsibility for implementing Sarbanes-Oxley and similar regulations actionable information and guidance. "We're thrilled that we fulfilled our mission of writing this book 'by practitioners, for practitioners'," he concluded.

Through December 31, 2008, new, renewing, and extending members of SOX Institute at the $95 level and above (that is, practitioners) will receive a copy of SOXBoK, a $60 value absolutely free (only pay shipping).

About SOX Institute

SOX Institute is part of the GRC Group, which offers its members the most comprehensive knowledge repository and the only certifications available in governance, risk, and compliance. Through its SOX Institute, GRC Institute, and IS/IT-GRC Institute, The GRC Group empowers its members with the expertise necessary to meet their formidable professional responsibilities today and in the coming years. Memberships are available at www. grcg. com.

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Change By Leake Lands Contract With East Carolina Medical Center

Change By Leake Lands Contract With East Carolina Medical Center

Linda Leake, President of Change by Leake, has announced that the firm has been awarded a contract to work with Benson, North Carolina-based Eastern Carolina Medical Center. Change By Leake recently completed an assessment of all human systems to determine what elements were needed for a continued healthy, productive, and profitable workplace.

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) December 26, 2003

Linda Leake, President of Change by Leake, has announced that the firm has been awarded a contract to work with Benson, North Carolina-based Eastern Carolina Medical Center. Change By Leake recently completed an assessment of all human systems to determine what elements were needed for a continued healthy, productive, and profitable workplace. Working with this 4 physician and 60 staff organization, Change By Leake will develop a strategic action plan for the future, as well as evaluating and implementing strategies and policies to reduce turnover, reorganize the practice and implement a new infrastructure for the organization.

Founded in 1990, Change by Leake, enables organizations to take control of their future using customized tools, techniques, and unique resources. Hire POWER, Business POWER, and Management POWER are strategic, innovative, and well-developed systems that achieve targeted results. Clients experience increased profits, staffed with the “right” people, improved organizational development and communication, and quantum leaps in individual and group performance. Located at 4601 Six Forks Road, Suite 500 in Raleigh, the company can be contacted by calling 919-787-7861 or clicking on www. changebyleake. com.

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Patty Briguglio

MMI Associates, Inc.

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Cary, NC 27513

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For Immediate Release  Contact: Patty Briguglio (919) 461-3831

Elusive Rodents Ignite Pest Control Business Start Ups

Elusive Rodents Ignite Pest Control Business Start Ups

Entrepreneurs - from a former Internet sales director to a full time fireman/paramedic – are finding explosive business growth in burrowing rodent control.

Midvale, ID (PRWEB) October 12, 2005

As the former district sales manager of a now defunct Internet business, the last place Mark Ayers expected to find himself was in the pest control (http://www. rodenator. com) business, hunting gophers before daybreak. Yet he recently found himself on a Healdsberg, California vineyard, the protector of 650 Zinfandel vines.

The gophers, which voraciously dine on plant roots and can produce up to three litters of young a year, lay entrenched in tunnels beneath Ayers’ feet across 2.5 acres of terraced vineyard. Wielding a wandlike device that injects a mix of propane and oxygen into the pests’ burrows then ignites it, Ayers took the fight to the troublesome varmints.

Five billable hours later, Ayers was $400 richer including a $50 tip the vineyard owner gave him for “sending the critters to gopher heaven.”

“Not bad for a first day’s work,” says Ayers, whose California-licensed pest management company Rodent Eradication Services is off to a roaring start. “In a few months of part-time work, I paid for the equipment. I recently made $3,700 for 5 days work. It doesn’t get much easier.”

Part of the allure of starting a pest control business for burrowing rodents is that the field is wide open. Anywhere plants, crops, or landscaping must be kept healthy or safe is a potential customer. This includes not only agricultural fields, orchards and nurseries but also horse stables, cemeteries, golf courses and schools.

Opportunity stems also from drawbacks in traditional pest control (http://www. rodenator. com) methods, such as time consuming bait traps, poisons that can cause collateral damage to pets that eat poisoned animals, the introduction of natural predators, and shooting.

Another glaring omission in all these traditional methods is they do nothing to remove underground tunnel systems, which new pests can inhabit. New propane-oxygen injection systems like the Rodenator Pro used by Ayers remedy this by destroying the tunnels along with the pests.

“Because oxygen mixed with propane is heavier than air, the mix sinks into the rodents’ tunnels and dens. When it’s ignited it produces an expanding force traveling at 5,000 feet per second,” explains Joe Costigan, a veteran fireman/paramedic in Northeast Oregon who currently runs his company, Underground Pest Control, with the help of his family. “The concussion collapses the tunnel network and produces first pass kill rates up to 90% when I follow up with trapping to catch stragglers.”

Costigan is using the Rodenator Pro to combat a recent population explosion of moles and gophers in Oregon’s Willamette Valley.

“I was trapping 40 gophers a week on one 10 acre property,” explains Costigan. “We cut that to three or four gophers after one pass.”

“When they understand what the Rodenator can do, most bring out lawn chairs, martinis, and invite their friends to watch,” adds Costigan. “As far as they’re concerned, it’s payback time for each gopher that may have wrecked their lawns or savaged their crops.”

Even at Costigan’s rate of $100 per hour, his pest control (http://www. rodenator. com) business has flourished. “Initially, rodent control was going to be a spare change business,” he explains. “But it’s turned into such a significant business opportunity that I’m considering hiring employees.”

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Celebrity Moms will Enjoy their Special Day with Savory Spice Blends

Celebrity Moms will Enjoy their Special Day with Savory Spice Blends

Celebrity moms like Amy Poehler, Elisabeth Röhm, Ashlee Simpson, Tori Spelling, Angelina Jolie, Gwen Stefani, Michelle Monaghan, Alyson Hannigan, Jessica Alba, Minnie Driver, Jamie-Lynn Spears, Rebecca Romijn, Alison Sweeney, Julie Bowen, Kelly Rutherford, Angie Harmon, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Elin Woods (aka Mrs. Tiger Woods), Jennifer Garner, Nicole Richie, Nicole Sullivan, Constance Marie, Lisa Marie Presley, Tisha Campbell-Martin, Camila Alves (aka Mrs. Matthew McConaughey), will be receiving healthy spices from Awaken Savor who believes that healthy child starts with healthy mom.

Los Alamitos, CA (PRWEB) May 4, 2009

Love is the most important ingredient in every Mother's Day meal. When Mother's Day meals are being prepared to honor celebrity moms, that love will shine in the most healthy and savory way with salt-free and additive-free spices from Awaken Savor®! Distinctive Assets exclusively selected Awaken Savor spice blends for inclusion in their 2009 Mother's Day gift baskets prepared to honor celebrity moms including Amy Poehler, Elisabeth Röhm, Ashlee Simpson, Tori Spelling, Angelina Jolie, Gwen Stefani, Michelle Monaghan, Alyson Hannigan, Jessica Alba, Minnie Driver, Jamie-Lynn Spears, Rebecca Romijn, Alison Sweeney, Julie Bowen, Kelly Rutherford, Angie Harmon, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Elin Woods (aka Mrs. Tiger Woods), Jennifer Garner, Nicole Richie, Nicole Sullivan, Constance Marie, Lisa Marie Presley, Tisha Campbell-Martin, Camila Alves (aka Mrs. Matthew McConaughey).The food you prepare should not only look and taste good, but should also make you feel better after you have eaten, not ready for a nap. For food to feel rich and taste full of flavor does not mean it needs to be full of fat. Artful use of spices, seasonings, and rubs will provide that rich and full flavored taste. According to Awaken Savor, Inc. CEO Alicja Lombard, "Our rubs capture the signature flavors of the world's most popular cuisines; use our spice blends to travel the culinary world in your everyday cooking."

Awaken Savor, Inc. offers products in five lines, including their "Awaken Savor Signature Blends", "American Blends," "Five-Spice Blends," "World Blends," and "Salad Dressing Blends." All spice blends are salt-free, MSG-free, gluten-free, and preservative-free. Product sizes include a reusable tin of approximately 3½ ounces, as well as pouches in 1 ounce (sampler) and 1 pound (bulk) sizes. On Earth Day and every day, refill pouches are available to reduce packaging consumption.

About Awaken Savor, Inc.
The company produces a wide range of salt-free, MSG-free, gluten-free, and preservative-free spice blends and salad mixes to encourage celebrities, foodies, and everyday cooks to explore the flavors of the world's cuisines in their own cooking. The company's spice blends are special--tastes that can only be achieved with carefully chosen combinations of spices and herbs.

For more information on Awaken Savor, Inc.'s spice blends or to order on-line, visit http://www. awakensavor. com (http://www. awakensavor. com) or call 562.547.1740
Awaken Savor is a registered trademark of Awaken Savor, Inc.

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New, Small Size RTK Color Bar Label Available

New, Small Size RTK Color Bar Label Available

The smallest RTK label, that can be printed using database software, is now available for the DuraLabel 4TTP labeling machine.

Beaverton, OR (PRWEB) August 28, 2006

Small RTK labels are need in many facilities for labeling small containers. The new 1.4375 inch x 3 inch RTK color bar label for the DuraLabel 4TTP printer meets many of these labeling requirements and allows for automated tracking of RTK labels using database software.

Until now small RTK labels had to be hand printed. This left open the possibility of error and labels that were not fully legible. With the DuraLabel 4TTP's high resolution 300dpi printing, small labels can be printed and remain clear and easy to read. Since they are printed using specialized database software, the information is accurately repeatable. Large numbers of labels can be printed without error.

The new labels feature a highly visible color bar area that clearly identifies the level of health, flammability and reactivity hazard. The chemical name and CAS number are printed at the top of the label, with the signal word and specific hazard identified directly below the color bar section. The information on the lower portion of the label is user

Selectable to show either pictograms identifying PPE, or text describing the health and organ hazards.

The 1.4375 x 3 RTK label is a die-cut label printed in color on industrial grade vinyl. The resulting label is resistant to water, scratching, sunlight (UV) and most harsh environments. The tough industrial grade adhesive means these labels stay stuck once they have been applied.

Steve Hudgik, Internet Marketing Manager for the DuraLabel, said: “The DuraLabel RTK labeling software provides a single database from which a variety of sizes and types of RTK labels can be printed. Once information for a chemical has been entered in the database labels ranging from this new 1.4375 x 3 inch size, up through the 4”x 6” NFPA

Diamond label can be printed from the same database. This makes it easy and convenient for our customers to make whatever size RTK labels they need.”

More information about the DuraLabel 4TTP label printer, and the wide selection of supplies made for the DuraLabel, is available on the DuraLabel web site, http://www. duralabel. com (http://www. duralabel. com), or you can call 1-800-788-5572. The DuraLabel label printer and DuraLabel supplies are products of Graphic Products, Inc.

Graphic Products has been a leading label printer and supplies dealer since 1970. They are the manufacturer of the DuraLabel 4TTP label printer, and they carry a wide variety of labelers made by other manufacturers. They stock label printer brands such as Brady, Kroy, Brother, K-Sun, Dymo and Varitronics. They also stock a complete selection of labeling supplies, including specialized supplies such as glow-in-the-dark labels, chemical resistant labels and low temperature labels. They even stock supplies for discontinued label printers. Graphic Products specializes in fast, same-day shipping to meet their customers’ just-in-time delivery requirements.

The Graphic Products' web site is located at: http://www. graphicproducts. com/ (http://www. graphicproducts. com/)

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Towns and Cities Get Help from ‘Graffiti Doctor' -- Removes and Prevents Graffiti Taggers

Towns and Cities Get Help from ‘Graffiti Doctor' -- Removes and Prevents Graffiti Taggers

Graffiti is a reflection on the community and the neighborhood in which it is located. Graffiti is an act of vandalism, and one company is teaching cities how to win the war on tagging.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa (PRWEB) October 20, 2006

Graffiti costs communities, schools, businesses, and individuals more and more each year, but the "Graffiti Doctor" is teaching communities how to reverse that trend.

Thanks to nanotechnology, it is now possible to clean graffiti from virtually any surface, then treat that surface so future efforts to create new graffiti will not stick.

"Taggers take pride in their graffiti, and if their paint congeals on a surface and looks bad they will stop and move on," explained Robert Lysne of Seal America, Inc. (http://www. SealAmerica. com (http://www. SealAmerica. com)).

Sandblasting, painting over with unmatched paint, and other forms of "scrubbing" often causes "scars" that are almost as unattractive as graffiti itself. Over painting also leaves a tempting canvas that invites more graffiti.

"Our highly trained technicians can quickly and completely remove graffiti from almost any substrate. They can also treat the surfaces to resist future graffiti attacks, making subsequent graffiti removal a light task," explained Lysne.

"One of our many unique products, Bullet Proof Graffiti Armor, goes a giant step farther than anything on the market. Bullet Proof will actually serve as a permanent deterrent to further "tagging." Bullet Proof's ability to cause most paints to congeal on many surfaces renders the message or "art" to be instantly illegible. With no message being left behind, most taggers will move on to a more receptive surface," he added.

Lysne teaches communities that there are three essential elements to a zero tolerance anti-graffiti effort.

"First, response time is critical. Taggers want their work to be on display for a long time. If it is gone within days that is discouraging to them and they look for another place to tag.

"Second, if you paint over graffiti that just plain looks bad, and it is a major invitation for the taggers to return. Wall-to-wall identical color matching is proven to reduce the odds of recurrence by as much as 900 percent.

"Third is economics. The way your community decides to clean graffiti determines your abatement costs. Cleaning graffiti from the same spot over and over again is costly. Using Seal America's new technological advances provide the only graffiti deterrent on the market today. Taggers will go away if their paint and markers congeal on a surface," explained Lysne.

Graffiti is often the first indication that gang activity is present in a community. It is the newspaper of gangs and serves to mark the gang's power and status. Graffiti warns intruders that they are not welcome. It is also be an advertisement for the sale of drugs. It is no wonder that there are many new laws that require owners to remove graffiti from their property.

Individuals and businesses face large penalties for allowing graffiti to stay in place. Seal America's removal, deterrent and maintenance programs are designed to keep surfaces "graffiti free."

The products are non-toxic and have no negative effects on human health or the environment.

About Seal America, Inc.

Seal America, Inc, is establishing a national team of licensed distributors and applicators who can offer permanent protection for almost any surface. The treatment can prevent the ravages of salt, freeze and thaw cycles, oil spills, general aging, moisture, and graffiti. The company provides detailed information on a web site at http://SealAmerica. com (http://SealAmerica. com).

Press Contact:

Robert Lysne

319-366-7000

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Public Officials to Confront Today’s Water Issues at ACE10 in Chicago

Public Officials to Confront Today’s Water Issues at ACE10 in Chicago

AWWA convenes elected, appointed leaders at ‘World’s Water Event’

Denver, CO (Vocus) April 16, 2010

Water commissioners, council members, mayors and other public officials will gather at the Sheraton Hotel and Towers in Chicago, Ill. June 20-24 to immerse themselves in the latest water issues and solutions during the American Water Works Association’s Annual Conference and Exposition (ACE10 (http://www. awwa. org/ace10)).

Public officials will engage in a specialized learning program that includes a three-session, 12-hour certificate program, a Public Officials Breakfast and Caucus, and a networking reception.

Officials can also choose from more than 550 water-related presentations of interest to broader audiences at McCormick Place, and experience more than 500 exhibits featuring water technology solutions.

“Public awareness of water issues continues to grow, and public officials have to be at the top of their game to deal with the hard decisions related to water management and stewardship,” said Michael Bell, chair of AWWA’s Public Officials Forum and board member of the Beaufort-Jasper Water and Sewer Authority in South Carolina. “The education and discussion at ACE10 will help elected and appointed leaders serve their communities with confidence and a clearer understanding of our common challenges.”

Public Officials Breakfast and Caucus
Chicago Water Commissioner John Spatz will provide the opening address during the Public Officials Breakfast and Caucus, to be held Tuesday, June 22 from 8-11:30am. The event – free to public officials who are registered at ACE – also includes speakers who will discuss water communications challenges facing public officials, and tabletop discussions on everything from resource management to finance to workforce solutions. Contact Trish Allen at tallen(at)awwa(dot)org, 303-734-3471 to register. Event sponsors include Aclara, Arcadis, Black & Veatch and Wachs Water Services.

Public Officials Certificate Program
For the second year, public officials registered at ACE10 will have an opportunity to earn the AWWA Public Officials Certificate by participating in three 4-hour courses on June 20-22. Content for the June 22 course, “Water 201: Water Utility Management,” is entirely new, allowing those who have already earned the certificate an opportunity to further expand their knowledge. Courses 1 and 2, to be held June 20 and 21, are “Introduction to Water and Sewer Operating Environments” and “Water and Sewer Infrastructure, Operation and Maintenance.” Renowned water educator Frederick Bloetscher, PhD, P. E., author of Water Basics for Decision Makers (http://apps. awwa. org/EbusMain/Default. aspx? TabId=55&ProductID=6655)], will teach the courses.

“Public officials earning the AWWA certificate will be well-positioned to make informed, smart decisions that impact water management, hiring, finance and more,” Bell said.

Public Officials Reception
Public Officials will have an opportunity to discuss common concerns and share ideas in a relaxed setting during this networking event in Monday, June 21.

ACE10 is the largest and longest-running water event of its kind, featuring a professional program with 550 presentations in 100 separate sessions and in-depth workshops. Among the topics covered will be infrastructure maintenance, climate change, conservation and water efficiency, water resources management, legislative and regulatory issues, managing in a down economy and public affairs. More than 500 exhibitors will also be on-site at McCormick Place, West Building, showcasing the latest products and services available to help ensure safe water.

Registration Information: ACE10 registration information is available at www. awwa. org/ace10 (http://www. awwa. org/ace10)]. Those wishing to register for the Public Officials Reception or Breakfast Caucus should fill out a special registration form (http://www. awwa. org/files/ace10/formincludes/ACE10PublicOfficialsRegistrationForm. doc) and email it to Trish Allen at tallen(at)awwa(dot)org, fax it to 303-795-1989, or call 303.734.3471. You may also register at the AWWA Public Officials kiosk in the registration lobby at the McCormick Place Convention Center, West Building. You must be a registered ACE10 attendee to participate in the public officials events.

Media Note: Accredited members of the media may attend ACE10 at no charge. However, they are required to register with AWWA Public Affairs. For media registration, please visit the Press Room at www. awwa. org or contact Deirdre Mueller at dmueller(at)awwa(dot)org or 303-347-6140.

Established in 1881, AWWA is the oldest and largest nonprofit scientific and educational organization dedicated to safe water in North America. AWWA has more than 60,000 members worldwide, and its 4,500 utility members serve 80 percent of America’s population.

AWWA is the authoritative resource for knowledge, information, and advocacy to improve the quality and supply of water in North America and beyond. AWWA is the largest organization of water professionals in the world. AWWA advances public health, safety and welfare by uniting the efforts of the full spectrum of the entire water community. Through our collective strength we become better stewards of water for the greatest good of the people and the environment.

Contact:
Greg Kail
303-734-3410
Gkail(at)awwa(dot)org

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Exëvo Proud to be First Global Market Research Firm to Earn ISO 20252 Certification

Exëvo Proud to be First Global Market Research Firm to Earn ISO 20252 Certification

Exëvo, one of the leading Market Research Outsourcing (MRO) firms today announced to be the first global market research firm based in Asia Pacific region to achieve the ISO 20252:2006.

New Delhi, India (PRWEB) March 30, 2008

exëvo, one of the leading Market Research Outsourcing (MRO) firms today announced to be the first global market research firm based in Asia Pacific region to achieve the ISO 20252:2006. It is amongst the handful of market research companies across the globe to have successfully achieved this Certification. With this certification exëvo is the only MRO to have all the three quality certifications -- ISO 20252:2006, ISO 270001:2005 and ISO 9001:2000.

Exëvo's international clientele and global experience of research and consulting made it possible to achieve this certification. Accomplishment of ISO 20252:2006 Certification is just one step further in this direction, as Mr. Alok Tayal, CEO of exevo puts it "ISO 20252 Certification will help us delivering high quality, global integrated and cost effective research to the world fuelling significant lower time to design product and services and its delivery to market and consumers. Credit must be given to our valuable clients who expect us to produce highest quality of research. Our employees are a strong team of achievers and possess the drive to constantly surpass our client's expectations."

ISO 20252:2006 represents the international quality standard for Market, Opinion and Global Research Services. The certificate has been awarded by SAI Global ltd (Ticker SAI) a public listed firm based out of Australia. With expanding business intelligence and market research opportunities, it is essential for research agencies to have the ability to provide accurate and credible services in a professional manner and in accordance with internationally recognized codes of conduct. The Certification assesses measures on quality, cultural environment, integrated management system, and information security. It is this comprehensive process that has enabled only a few companies across the globe to receive this coveted certification.

About ISO 20252:
The new standard ISO 20252 International Market, Opinion and Global Research was published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in May 2006, is specific to the market research industry and covers all stages of a research study, including proposals, questionnaire design, field, data analysis and final presentation of results to clients. Furthermore, it sets the standards for the quality management system as well as for the co-operation between a company and its various clients.

Driven by the global research industry including European Society for Opinion and Market Research (ESOMAR) and Market Research Quality Standards Association (MRQSA), the ISO 20252 provides an internationally recognized framework for market researchers. Cultural, social and behavioral differences between countries make conducting, monitoring and relying upon international research very difficult and the implementation of a management system based on ISO 20252 enables organizations to regulate these challenges and carry out cross-border, multi-country research studies with greater assurance.

About exëvo:
Exëvo currently services clients across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific ranging from boutique Research and Consulting agencies to the Global top 50 Research firms. It is today one of the leading companies with specialization in IT, Financial, Healthcare, Retail, Telecommunications, and Automobile verticals. With its significant experience and expertise in market research exëvo conduct the research in 90 countries with expertise in 17 international languages. exëvo provides comprehensive survey programming, data collection, data processing, data analytics and business research services to Market Research and consulting organizations globally.

Please visit our website at www. exevo. com to learn more about how we can help your company to achieve higher levels of performance and turn your expenditure into profits.

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