health blog: May 2008

Saturday, May 31, 2008

Catholic Healthcare West's Mercy Medical Center Redding Adds New Online Gift Shop from Hospital Gift Shop. com

Mercy Medical Center Redding (MMCR) is pleased to announce the launch of a new online gift shop to benefit the hospital. The new online gift shop is provided by hospitalgiftshop. com and allows the hospital to keep its virtual doors open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Friends and family, whether local or out of town, have the ability to purchase gifts for loved ones in the hospital that will also benefit the Mercy Guild.

Solana Beach, CA (PRWEB) September 13, 2010

Mercy Medical Center Redding (MMCR) is pleased to announce the launch of a new online gift shop to benefit the hospital. The new gift shop, located online at: http://redding. mercy. org/Patients_And_Visitors/Mercy_Guilds_Online_Gift_Shop/index. htm (http://redding. mercy. org/Patients_And_Visitors/Mercy_Guilds_Online_Gift_Shop/index. htm) allows the hospital to keep its virtual doors open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Friends and family, whether local or out of town, have the ability to purchase gifts for loved ones in the hospital that will also benefit the Mercy Guild.

The new shop offers an array of flowers and gifts specially selected for MMCR patients. The collection includes cheerful get-well gifts, new baby or new mom gifts and a special assortment for pediatric patients. A portion of the proceeds goes to the Mercy Guild in support of hospital and patient needs.

“We’re thrilled to support Mercy Redding in this new venture,” said Jim Thomas, President of HospitalGiftShop. com, the company who hosts and operates the new site on behalf of MMCR. “We firmly believe that our personal touch brings a message of support, caring and commitment to patients that echoes the hospital’s own healing mission,” he said.

HospitalGiftShop. com, formerly Get Well Gifts, has been hosting online gift shops in partnership with local hospitals since 1999. For additional information on the new gift shop, please contact Megan Loveless, Public Relations Coordinator, MMCR or Jim Thomas, President, HospitalGiftShop. com.

About Mercy Medical Center REdding:

Mercy Medical Center Redding is a 264-bed hospital offering the most comprehensive health services in the north state, providing acute care and a full range of special programs to a six-county region. Mercy Medical Center Redding is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy of Auburn, along with St. Elizabeth Community Hospital in Red Bluff and Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta.

About HosptialGiftShop. com:

Hospitalgiftshop. com is a San Diego, California based company with a mission to assist in improving the outcomes of patients by connecting them to their loved ones. Hospitalgiftshop. com provides an easy, three-step process for sending personalized flowers and gifts to patients in over 7,000 hospitals across the United States. The gifts in our store have been specially selected to address all hospital stays, from the birth of a baby to the treatment of an illness.

Contact:

Megan Loveless
Mercy Medical Center Redding
2175 Rosaline Ave.
Redding, CA 96001
530.225.6115
Redding. mercy. org

Jim Thomas, President
HospitalGiftShop. com
444 South Cedros, Suite 245
Solana Beach, California 92075
Phone: 887-877-3200
Fax: 858-777-5544
Http://www. hospitalgiftshop. com (http://www. hospitalgiftshop. com)

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Friday, May 30, 2008

Bash Dibra's National Pet Search

Bash Dibra's National Pet Search "Make Your Pet A Star"

(PRWEB) April 20, 2005

Celebrity dog trainer Bash Dibra, has trained celebritiesÂ’ dogs such as Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker, Mariah Carey, Jennifer Lopez, Ron Howard, Martin Scorsese, Kim Basinger, Alex Baldwin, Ralph Lauren, Si Newhouse and Henry Kissinger. These days heÂ’s busy searching for that Â“special starÂ” with the publication this month of his new book Starpet, Â“How to Make Your Pet A StarÂ” by Simon and Schuster.

HeÂ’ll be traveling to different cities, doing casting calls, trying to find those Â‘special petsÂ’ that show a talent for performing, along with the temperament to work many hours on end, and charisma that can only be captured by the camera.

His new book Starpet Â“How To Make Your Pet A StarÂ” offers advice on Â“how toÂ”

Â“teach your cat or dog to pose for the cameraÂ” Â“train your pet to sit, speak, or raise a paw on cue" Â“create a professional pet portfolioÂ” Â“attend local auditions and open casting callsÂ” Â“practice the same techniques Dibra uses in his Star Pet Workshops" Â“learn about pet health insurance and animal-actors rights" Â“receive expert advice about responsible pet ownership"

Bash is an animal behaviorist, a renowned author of five books "Teach Your Dog to Behave; Dog Training By Bash, DogSpeak, CatSpeak; Your Dream Dog: A Guide to Choosing the Right Breed For You," and a video Â“Teach Your Dog to Behave,Â” all for sale on his website at www. bashdibra. com.

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Thursday, May 29, 2008

ForeverGreen Launches New Category Creator

FrequenSea is the only product in the world with 200 species of Marine Phytoplankton. This new and incredible product will change the face of nutrition as we know it. FrequenSea has just been launched. Be some of the very first to give it a try.

Bothell, WA (PRWEB) October 7, 2005

Scientists at NASA theorize that some 3 1/2 billion years ago, the world was changed forever. The appearance of tiny organisms with the ability to convert sunlight, warmth, water and minerals into protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and amino acids marked the beginning of life. Phytoplankton, the single-cell plants are the basis of all other life forms on planet earth, they are the 'vegetation' of the ocean. Marine Phytoplankton are responsible for making up to 90% of Earth's oxygen. Marine phytoplankton are the food utilized by some of the world's largest and longest living animals and fish. Blue Whales, humpbacks, baleen whales and more all eat plankton and live between 80-150 years while maintaining great strength and endurance and are sexually active until they die.

Tom Harper, a sea farmer in northern British Columbia, created a 30 million dollar facility on the edge of the northern Pacific Ocean to grow marine phytoplankton year round to feed his shellfish. His process recreates the "Spring Bloom" of marine phytoplankton 365 days a year. The sea farm gives back in a very unique way. First, it provides a resource for the researchers onsite and second, it puts a daily supply of marine phytoplankton back in the ocean.

"The reef beneath their farm is rebuilding due to the extra Marine Phytoplankton…Sea Otters and Bald Eagles have moved back into the area due to the abundance of new fish and sea life that have returned." Says Tiffany Haarsma, also of the sea farm. "Not to mention the extra oxygen created by the plankton every day in the 8 - 1 million liter growing tanks." When he developed a serious health challenge whereby doctors gave him only months to live, Tom Harper decided to start eating his phytoplankton. He thought "if it is good for my fish, why not me?" Harper attributes his recovery to eating phytoplankton. Phytoplankton provides nutrition for human cells.

Dr. Jerry Tennant, M. D., from Tennant Institute of Integrative Medicine, says "There are few products that provide all, or even most Sea Farm Finds Sustainable Balance in Marine Phytoplankton essential amino acids, more Omega 3's than fish oil, Vitamin A, Selenium, Iodine and others. It may be no coincidence that the composition of human plasma is similar to sea water. With our over-reliance on land based food sources, we have developed deficiencies in micronutrients and trace elements.

Jacque Cousteau stated "The future of nutrition is found in the ocean." Part of the proceeds from the sale of a supplement rich in phytoplankton nutrients, FrequenSea with Phytoplankton, support further marine research projects that have a focus on preserving the oceans resources. For more information see the web site http://www. planktonhealth. com (http://www. planktonhealth. com) for the documentary short called "Another Day" that tells the story of Tom Harper, the sea farmer who discovered how to make phytoplankton available for human consumption or call Aaron McCaughan 425-486-5327.

Earth's Original Food Source

Dr. Jerry Tennant, MD, also explains how elements and electrolytes in marine phytoplankton are almost tailor-made for the human body. Our internal bodies reflect that we came from the sea. Our bodies need the elements present in marine phytoplankton to perform as nature intended. The human body has a marvelous system called homeostasis, which keeps all systems in balance. When the body is in balance it will heal itself. Tiffany Haarsma also agrees and stresses that there is a great responsibility in taking marine phytoplankton to the market. People must understand that this is simply a very super rich nutrient whole food source for human body.

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Attractive Prospects for Asia Pacific Aesthetics Market: Botox to Challenge Chinese Toxins

According to a new report by Millennium Research Group, this market was valued at over $90 million in 2005 and will continue to grow at a substantial rate over the next 5 years.

(PRWEB) April 10, 2006

Asia Pacific, comprised of China, Japan, South Korea, and Thailand, is experiencing a rise in patient demand for beauty and anti-aging treatments, such as botulinum toxins (BTX) and dermal fillers (particle and polymer fillers, hyaluronic acid, and collagen). According to a new report by Millennium Research Group (MRG), this market was valued at over $90 million in 2005 and will continue to grow at a substantial rate over the next 5 years. While China has the largest growth potential due to expanding disposable incomes, South Korea and Japan will also remain strong markets for facial aesthetic injectables due to their continued economic strength and high consumer spending.

The Asia Pacific market for BTX is expected to experience major change in 2006 when Botox, one of the leading cosmetic injectables in the world, is officially debuted in China. The Asia Pacific region already has multiple BTX competitors, including Lanzhou and Ipsen, which are expected to be joined by the South Korean company, Medytox, also by the end of 2006. The multiplicity of BTX competitors will maintain low regional ASPs and ensure continued revenue growth in this market over the forecast period. Aside from the strong cultural emphasis on beauty, procedures will be driven by the rising demand for unique treatments such as facial contouring. These procedures require larger volumes of toxin to achieve cosmetic results, thereby increasing unit sales.

MRG’s Asia Pacific Markets for Facial Aesthetics 2006 report is part of the Global Markets for Facial Aesthetics series, which includes analysis on US, Europe, and Latin America. The series covers various key industry competitors, such as Allergan (AGN), Contura, Inamed (IMDC), Mentor (MNT), Procytech, Q-Med, and Rofil.

About Millennium Research Group

Millennium Research Group is a leading provider of strategic information to the health care sector. Focused solely on the medical device, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries, the company provides its clients with the benefits of its specialized industry expertise through published reports and customized consulting services. MRG was ranked among the top 25 fastest-growing companies in Canada in both 2004 and 2005 by Profit Magazine. Visit Millennium Research Group on the Web at www. mrg. net.

If you’d like more information on this topic, or if you’d like to set up an interview with an MRG analyst, please call Amy Krohn at +1 (416) 364-7776 x101.

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Simon Ourian: Cellulite Cure is Likely

Doctor Simon Ourian describes the new treatments to fight cellulite.

Beverly Hills, CA (PRWEB) October 18, 2006

You spend hours at the gym and eat all the right foods and still can't get rid of those pockets of fat hugging your hips or flapping around your thighs.

“Cellulite is one of the top skin concerns facing women today. In fact, 8 out of 10 women suffer from cellulite, and approximately 90 percent of all cellulite cases occur among women,” reports Dr. Simon Ourian. Contrary to popular belief, cellulite can occur among women of all shapes and sizes. “The formation of cellulite is not related to being overweight, it is related to genetics,” adds Ourian.

Epione's Lipotherapy treatment is a noninvasive alternative to liposuction, and injections for cellulite reduction and elimination. The treatment involves the application of a ultrasound waves that target the cells under the skin which causes the fat to even out and melt away almost instantaneously, unlike liposuction. Lipotherapy promises the reduction and even elimination of cellulite for good. “The treatment takes less than 30 minutes and the results are incredible,” says Dr. Ourian. Lipotherapy causes increased blood and lymphatic flow, decreased fibrosis of the connective tissue, and a reduction of the fat deposits. Doctor Ourian admits he was very skeptical at first until he saw the results. And he saw many happy patients.

"I just wanted to be the way I was before I had my daughter," said Michelle, a 34-year-old actress, who is otherwise healthy and exercises. "I'd been trying for two years to get rid of it (fat) and couldn't get it off. And after five treatments it's gone. It's amazing. It just feels so good," adds Michelle.

Cellulite is a skin condition seen usually in the hips, thighs, and buttocks. Forget everything that you've heard about cellulite. “Even if you have been exercising regularly all your life and have a great body to show for it, you may still have Cellulite,” says Dr. Ourian. Lipotherapy is a non-invasive alternative to liposuction allowing recovery time to be eliminated altogether.

Dr. Ourian’s Epione Medical Center, located in Beverly Hills’ “Golden Triangle,” is among the world’s most comprehensive and state-of-the-art laser and aesthetic provides the most innovative technology available surgery centers. Epione skin, hair and body contouring. Dr. Ourian has been a pioneer for laser technology and non-invasive aesthetic procedures such as Botox, Restylane, Radiance, Lipotherapy, and Sculptra. These treatments are used for correction or reversal of variety of conditions such as acne, acne scars, skin discoloration, wrinkles, stretch marks, varicose veins, unwanted hair, and tattoos, cellulite, and tens of others. For further information, please contact 800-828-6466 or visit http://www. epione. com/ (http://www. epione. com/)

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Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Liazon and Employers Rx Revolutionizing Employee Benefits for HR Outsourcers

Liazon Corporation has formed a partnership with Employers Rx, a leading advisor to the HR outsourcing and co-employment industries. Liazon, a pioneer in employee benefits, has helped thousands of companies of all sizes save money on their employee benefits and provide their employees with a far greater choice of benefits. “Liazon has developed a benefits exchange concept that brings an entirely new dynamic to employee benefits,” says Bruce Silver, founder of Employers Rx. “The ASO and PEO service models are a natural and seamless fit for this exciting new approach to offering and managing benefits for their clients."

Buffalo, NY (Vocus) September 8, 2010

Liazon was founded by three entrepreneurs who have pioneered the delivery of employee benefits by creating the first consumer driven healthcare plan and innovating online benefits technologies. Timothy Godzich was formerly a co-founder and Senior Vice President of Definity Health, the pioneer company to offer a consumer-driven healthcare pro¬gram. He served on the executive management team that grew Definity Health from a start-up company to the nation’s leading consumer-driven health plan business, serving over 500,000 members and achieving $100 million in revenue over a five-year period.

Ashok Subramanian was an Associate Principal with McKinsey and Company for 5 years as a leader in the firm’s healthcare, consumer products, and private equity practices. Alan Cohen was the CEO and co-founder of Online Benefits, one of the nation’s largest benefits administration and communications firms, with 5,500 employer clients and over 1.3 million employees on its award-winning Benergy system.

Bruce Silver, founder of Employers Rx, joins these industry leaders to bring the benefits exchange concept to HR outsourcers and co-employment providers. Employers Rx will apply its unique understanding of outsourced HR service industry to help payroll, human resource and professional employer organizations to leverage the power of this new employee benefits portal. “We are extremely pleased to be working with Employers Rx and Bruce Silver,” says Liazon’s Co-founder and President, Ashok Subramanian. “This relationship represents opportunities for real growth and new business for Liazon.”

About Liazon: Liazon Corporation was founded in 2007 to tackle the myriad problems inherent in employee benefits. Liazon helps employees find, learn about and purchase health care and other insurance products. Liazon focuses on the small and mid-sized employer market. In addition to proprietary solutions for employers, Liazon creates webstore for chambers of commerce, associations and other affinity groups to help increase the value of their membership. To learn more about Liazon, visit www. liazon. com.

About Employers RX: Employers Rx is an employee management consulting firm based in Palm Beach, FL. Our focus is helping growing SME's find the right solution to their employee management headaches. We save business owners, entrepreneurs and busy executives save time, money and eliminate the hassles of employee administration, benefits and compliance. We assist companies with 5 to 500 employees to compare, select, and form successful employee leasing, payroll and HR Outsourcing, or Professional Employer partnerships. To learn more about Employers Rx LLC visit http://employers-Rx. com/BenefitsExchange (http://employers-Rx. com/BenefitsExchange)

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Free Insurance Resource For Pennsylvanians - Insurance-Pennsylvania. com

Insurance-Pennsylvania. com, has been described by one visitor as, "The premier place to find tips and free advice on insurance for Pennsylvania insurance consumers."

Downingtown, PA (PRWEB) August 7, 2007

Popular webmaster Steve Austin is proud to announce that the web site he has been developing has been successfully released world wide to the public. The site, Insurance-Pennsylvania. com, has been described by one visitor as, "The premier place to find tips and free advice on insurance for Pennsylvania Insurance (http://www. insurance-pennsylvania. com) consumers."

This comprehensive web site lists tips on different categories of insurance from car, auto, homeowners, life, health, disability, commercial and much more. Each category lists required and recommended policies under the law of Pennsylvania. In addition to this Insurance-Pennsylvania. com lists rates of different insurance companies to help visitors save money on their insurance premiums.

The owner and lead developer of Insurance-Pennsylvania. com, Steve Austin, said, "Everyone likes to save money on their insurance premiums. Especially those that have clean driving records and almost never or never make homeowners claims. It is so frustrating to pay these premiums, that go up year after year after year, and never see a benefit.

Insurance-Pennsylvania. com was created for and by Pennsylvanians who want to save money on their insurance premiums. Insurance-Pennsylvania. com offers an online insurance guide for Pennsylvanians to learn how to save on their insurance and request Free Pennsylvania Insurance Quotes (http://www. insurance-pennsylvania. com/quote. html) from top rated PA Insurance companies."

One of Insurance-Pennsylvania. com's most impressive abilities is that the site is able to give any visitor a free, no obligation, no hassle insurance quote, showing how much he or she actually saves. The site is also home to Pennsylvania insurance books and software to help visitors in deciding the right policy. All the details to this revolutionary web site are available at Insurance-Pennsylvania. com.

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Aguasal Floatation Center Announces Contest to Find the Most Stressed Person in Chicago

CHICAGO (PRWEB) July 16, 2005

Are you stressed, under duress or depressed? If so, Aguasal Floatation Center wants you. Aguasal Floatation Center claims that they provide the most effective relaxation tool on the market, and wants ChicagoÂ’s most stressed person to put them to the test.

Â“Float tanks are pretty cutting edge, so most people arenÂ’t familiar with them yet,Â” said Frank Rodriguez, Co-Founder of Aguasal Floatation Center. Â“To put it simply, itÂ’s a shallow pool that measures 8 feet long by 5 feet wide. ItÂ’s filled with ten inches of a very dense Epsom saltwater solution that causes anyone to float like a cork, even if theyÂ’re unable to float in a swimming pool. This simulates a zero gravity environment and allows for deep relaxation, as well as long-lasting pain relief, thanks to the Epsom salt and the giant burst of endorphins your brain releases in response to this relaxing environment. Some people put Epsom salt in their bathtub to relieve aches and pains, but weÂ’ve taken it to a whole new level by dissolving a Â½ ton of Epsom salt into 200 gallons of skin-temperature water. The results are fast and often dramatic. I used floating to quickly bring six years of debilitating back pain to a complete stop.Â”

Â“Living in Chicago is stressfulÂ” Rodriguez said. Â“ThereÂ’s traffic, crime, noise, pollution, long hours. ItÂ’s a great city, but there arenÂ’t too many places to genuinely relax. Going to the bar or watching TV will often wind people up even more with nervous energy. ItÂ’s not true relaxation, so weÂ’re looking for the most stressed person in Chicago to show them what true relaxation REALLY is.Â”

Aguasal Floatation Center will be accepting personal essays of 100 words or less on why a person believes they are the most stressed person in Chicago. The owners of Aguasal Flotation Center will judge the entries and the winner will be announced on September 2nd. Normally, a month pass costs $240.

Â“If you work on the mercantile exchange, are one of ChicagoÂ’s Finest, work in the emergency room or have one of the hundreds of thousands of severely stressful jobs in Chicago, we want to hear from youÂ” said Rodriguez. Â“Excessive and untreated stress has been linked to heart disease, depression, cancers, headaches, weight gain, insomnia, irritability and back pain. This all adds up to a substandard life and an early death and nobody wants that.Â”

Michael Chesler of Land 88 Realty Development had this to say; Â“After being referred to Aguasal for a painful lower back, I was welcomed with no appointment at a moments notice. I have never been in a place that caters to an individualÂ’s every need, with the ultimate in professionalism. In regards to my back pain, I arrived with difficulty standing up and walked out so relaxed and un-stressed I almost forgot the discomfort I came with!Â”

The contest will be open until Thursday September 1st. The winner will be announced Friday September 2nd. Everyone is invited to enter and can send their entry to aguasal at sbcglobal. net.

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Tuesday, May 27, 2008

New Website for Organic Consumers Lives Up to Its Name, OrganicAuthority. com

New Website for Organic Consumers Lives Up to Its Name, OrganicAuthority. com.

OrganicAuthority. com offers free advice, tips on sustainable living

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) January 8, 2005

For the ever-growing number of health - and environmentally conscious consumers who are seeking to live an organic lifestyle, a free new educational website delivers on its name: OrganicAuthority. com.

Recently launched by Los Angeles lifestyle expert and passionate gourmet foodie Laura Klein, OrganicAuthority. com is the Internet authority on organic living, with in-depth feature articles on organic food, gardening, health, shopping and home designÂ—from exclusive interviews with alternative-health experts like Dr. Deepak Chopra and recipes from renowned organic chefs to cutting-edge scientific reports on genetically modified crops and the perils of pesticides. The siteÂ’s Winter Edition features entertaining and informative articles on organic wines, coffees and teas, baby food, gardening basics, yoga, soy and womenÂ’s health, recycling and beauty/skin-care products.

Â“I want to inspire people to live a more conscious, healthful life,Â” says Klein, whose professional culinary training allows her to share online recipes, as well as organic kitchen and home makeover tips. Â“You donÂ’t have to be a Â‘hippieÂ’ to live this kind of lifestyleÂ—and, contrary to what many people think, you donÂ’t have to spend a lot of money.Â”

KleinÂ’s interest in organic living is personal: Â“I see too many people developing unexplained diseases and dying from cancer and other health ailments, many of which are preventable,Â” she says. Â“Like most of us, I strive for a well-balancedÂ—not stressed-outÂ—life. ThatÂ’s why I would rather eat clean, whole foods untainted by toxins or chemicals.Â”

And in a country where more than 60% of adults and children are overweight or obese, more Americans than ever before are turning to organic foods to improve their health and increase longevity. According to a report issued last month by the Organic Trade Association, organic food sales exceeded $15 billion in 2004, and sales have consistently climbed almost 20% a year. By 2009, sales are projected to reach $32 billion, as more consumers embrace the concept of eating healthfully and buying chemical-free home and personal-care products.

Â“If each of us makes a small effort to protect the environment, ensure the health of our children and give back to Mother Earth by going organic, weÂ’ll make a big difference,Â” Klein says. Â“I want people to know that they have a choice in life: to eat clean, healthy foods instead of pesticide-laden produce, hormone-injected meats and chemically processed foods.Â”

As OrganicAuthority. com expands this year, Klein plans to introduce an online store that offers organic and sustainable-living products. She will also publish a free, subscription-based bimonthly newsletter.

Â“We want to be the destination siteÂ—the Organic Authority, as our name statesÂ—for whatÂ’s hip and happening in the organic and sustainable world,Â” she says. Â“WeÂ’re committed to giving our website community the latest scoop on organic products and helping them streamline their efforts to achieve an organic lifestyleÂ—affordably and with simplicity.Â”

For additional information, contact Laura Klein at (310) 387-3594 or via email: pr@organicauthority. com.

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Friday, May 23, 2008

Top 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and the recently released World Alzheimer Report declares that more than 35 million people worldwide will have dementia by 2010. CRL Senior Living Communities, an industry innovator with 16 independent living and assisted living and Alzheimer’s/memory care communities in Wisconsin and Illinois, offers the following tips to help people recognize some of the common Alzheimer’s disease warning signs.

Neenah, WI (Vocus) November 4, 2009

1. Difficulty completing usual tasks
2. Memory loss that impairs daily life
3. Difficulty in planning or problem solving
4. Confusion about time or place
5. Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships
6. New problems with words in speaking or writing
7. Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps
8. Decreased or poor judgment
9. Withdrawal from work or social activities
10. Significant changes in mood and personality

About CRL Senior Living Communities
At CRL Senior Living Communities, it is the company’s mission to provide new standards of therapeutic excellence in senior living by providing the best in healthcare through consistently blending nutrition, spiritual, mental and physical stimulation in an environment rich with safety, comfort, activities and a nurturing atmosphere.

With offices in Neenah, Wis., and Chicago, Ill., CRL Senior Living Communities specializes in operating and managing state-of-the-art senior care residences that deliver the highest standard of care in specially designed therapeutic environments. The company meets the needs of seniors with independent living and assisted living, and Alzheimer’s/memory care communities. CRL currently owns and operates 14 communities in Wisconsin including Neenah, Oshkosh, Sheboygan, Sheboygan Falls, Menomonee Falls, Kenosha, Greenfield, Green Bay, DeForest; and ni2 in McHenry, Ill.

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Tuesday, May 20, 2008

ReachMD XM Channel 157 Begins Broadcast of New Programming series "Headway on Headaches" from GlaxoSmithKline

ReachMD, the voice of the medical community on XM radio 157, today announced that it will begin broadcasting a Special Medical Industry Feature of the Week on headaches beginning Monday, Nov. 5, 2007. The eight weekly segments, developed in a partnership between GlaxoSmithKline and Elsevier, advance the understanding and treatment of one of the most common - and most commonly misunderstood - disorders: headaches. Primary headaches include migraine, tension and cluster headaches and they are prevalent and in many instances disabling. Secondary headaches are those caused by an associated disease or disorder.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) November 6, 2007

Primary headaches include migraine, tension and cluster headaches and they are prevalent and in many instances disabling. Secondary headaches are those caused by an associated disease or disorder.

"Over the next eight weeks the station will broadcast some of the world's top thought leaders and physician experts discussing the two types of headaches that nearly everyone has had or will experience over the course of a lifetime," said Gary Epstein, CEO of ReachMD. "It is an informative and important series because national medical statistics indicate that as many as 90% of adults have had or will have tension headaches and an estimated 28 million people in the United States alone (about 12% of the population) will experience migraines."

In the United States, primary headaches often go undiagnosed or are sometimes even misdiagnosed. Migraines, for example, are frequently diagnosed as tension or sinus headaches. As a result, many migraine sufferers do not receive effective treatment. Subsequently many headaches are caused by the very medications Americans use---or misuse---to alleviate their symptoms. Migraines can vary from person to person and from attack to attack, therefore the treatment needs for each attack may also vary. Because relief can mean the difference between debilitating pain and the ability to resume activities of daily life, it is important for migraine sufferers to be accurately diagnosed and have a variety of treatment options available.

"Given how prevalent headaches are, how debilitating they can be and how varied and specific their treatments are, it's imperative for medical professionals to be up to date on the latest research and advancements so they can treat their patients safely and effectively," added Epstein.. "We are pleased to be working with GlaxoSmithKline and Elsevier to support disease understanding, diagnosis and treatment of this all too common disorder."

Some of the topics on the series will include the following medical professionals and address these and other critical topics:
Multiple Mechanisms of Migraine: K. Michael Welch, MD Understanding Medication Overuse for Headaches: Joel R. Saper, MD Treatment of Medication Overuse for Headaches: Fred Sheftell, MD Migraine or Sinus Headache? Making the Diagnosis: Mark Mehle, MD Is It Tension Headache, or Is It Migraine?: Robert G. Kaniecki, MD Understanding Menstrual Migraines: Lisa K. Mannix, MD

Listeners will be able to podcast each program online at www. ReachMD. com] or at www. headwayonheadaches. com].

"It is a great privilege to be working with two of the world's leading producers of incisive and insightful medical information," said Epstein. "ReachMD is proud to be playing a role in exploring discovery and treatment options that have the potential to help so many millions of patients who struggle with headache on a far too frequent basis."

To see the weekly schedule of the "Headway on Headaches" series and other information on programming, or, to get streaming online internet access or listen to ReachMD XM 157 go to www. reachmd. com].

About ReachMD:
ReachMD, headquartered in Highland Park, Illinois, is a leading provider of advanced healthcare information and education for medical professionals. ReachMD XM 157 remains committed to its mission of delivering highly relevant education, information and communication to medical professionals. The ReachMD XM channel is a new and innovative media vehicle that continues to deliver on this mission. The company's proprietary technology provides the most up to date healthcare information in the field through cellular phone, satellite radio and on-line programs. This technology allows healthcare professionals access to the latest information in best practices and new advances in treatment and delivers this information through convenient and accessible technologies. For more information, visit www. reachmd. com].

About GlaxoSmithKline:
GlaxoSmithKline is one of the world's leading research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies and is committed to improving the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer. For more information, visit GlaxoSmithKline at www. gsk. com].

About Elsevier:
Elsevier is a world-leading publisher of scientific, technical and medical information products and services. Working in partnership with the global science and health communities, Elsevier's 7,000 employees in 71 offices worldwide publish more than 2,000 journals and 2,200 new books per year, in addition to offering a suite of innovative electronic products, such as Science Direct, MD Consult, Scopus, bibliographic databases, and online reference works. Elsevier is a global business headquartered in Amsterdam, The Netherlands and has offices worldwide. Elsevier is part of Reed Elsevier Group plc, a world-leading publisher and information provider. Operating in the science and medical, legal, education and business-to-business sectors, Reed Elsevier provides high-quality and flexible information solutions to users, with increasing emphasis on the Internet as a means of delivery. Reed Elsevier's ticker symbols are REN (Euronext Amsterdam), REL (London Stock Exchange), RUK and ENL (New York Stock Exchange).

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Savvy Internet Marketing Releases “Free Tools to Audit Your Internet Marketing Fitness”

Complimentary white paper helps marketers assess their Internet marketing fitness using free online tools.

Orinda, CA (PRWEB) August 2, 2006 –-

Savvy Internet Marketing, LLC, a company that provides Internet consulting and performance marketing services, has released a new whitepaper titled "Free Tools to Audit Your Internet Marketing Fitness."

This complimentary paper helps marketers affiliated with all types of corporations evaluate how well their company will adapt to the opportunities and threats of the next generation of Internet marketing.

”Companies that don’t pay close attention to what is occurring online could find themselves falling behind their competitors. This can happen overnight,” said Pamela Swingley, President of Savvy Internet Marketing.

"Free Tools to Audit Your Internet Marketing Fitness" helps marketers assess online vulnerabilities, identify which competitor poses the greatest threat, and make informed decisions on allocating their marketing budgets.

Written specifically for busy marketers, the paper features online tools to help marketers:

Measure website traffic Analyze first page rankings Count valuable inbound links Monitor their online reputation Spot affiliate marketing relationships

“Many of our clients have been so busy with traditional marketing programs,” observes Swingley, “that they haven’t had time to keep up with the changes happening online.”

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New Organic Cotton Menstrual Pads Launched in the UK by Baby-O

Organic Cotton Pads are a healthy alternative to disposable menstrual products; made with 100% certified organic cotton, they are comfortable, practical, and 100% safe. Organic Cotton Pads are launched in the UK on September 6 2005 by Baby-O, a leading wholesaler and retailer of organic mother and baby products.

(PRWEB) September 9, 2005

It has been estimated that women use approximately 11,000-13,000 menstrual pads or tampons each, during their menstruating years. Increasing numbers of women are concerned about the health risk of disposable menstrual products.

Almost all major brands of menstrual products contain numerous chemicals including Dioxin, which is a known carcinogen, and has been linked to cervical cancer, breast cancer, endometriosis, and immune system suppression. It is reported that even low levels of dioxin are harmful to the human body and there is much scientific debate as to whether there is such a thing as a Â“safe levelÂ” of dioxin exposure. In addition, the plastic and glue backing on disposable pads reduces air circulation and creates a stagnant environment in which some bacteria thrive. This can cause vaginal irritation and yeast infection.

More Comfortable than Disposable Â– Organic Cotton Pads are easy to clip on most panties and feel like just another layer of very soft underwear. Organic Cotton Pads do not have the sticky, sweaty feeling of disposables, and thereÂ’s no glue to get stuck in uncomfortable places.

100% Chemical Free Â– Organic Cotton Pads are made of 100% certified organic Egyptian cotton, which is grown without harmful pesticides, hand picked and treated without the use of any chemicals, and certified by the International Certification Board, Demeter. Egyptian organic cotton is incredibly soft, super-absorbent, breathable and durable.

Practical Design Â– Unlike most menstrual pads that require users to change the entire pad when it feels uncomfortably wet, Organic Cotton Pads allow a user to easily freshen the pad without having to change all of it. Because Organic Cotton Pads liners sit on top of the holder, the user only needs to swap out the liner, not the whole pad. This feature also allows users to purchase fewer pads and not be forced to carry around bulky disposable pads in their bag.

Only Organic Pads come with Colours! Â– Our Organic Cotton Pads are the ONLY washable organic cotton menstrual pads that come in a wide selection of beautiful prints. Most organic cotton pads are a dull oatmeal colour while ours offer various prints and colours. All dyes are environment-friendly low-impact metal-free dyes which are gentle to the skin.

Save Money Â– Organic Cotton Pads can last up to six years. On the average, a user will spend Â£4 per month on disposables, which over six years totals Â£288. The average start-up cost of the Organic Cotton Pads (2 Mini, 4 Day Pads and 2 Night Pads) is only Â£100. This can last at least 6 years. Fewer pads to purchase also save time and reduce waste in our environment.

Organic Cotton Pads are currently available at www. baby-o. co. uk.

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Monday, May 19, 2008

NYC Homebound Deserve Access to Affordable, Healthy and Delicious Meals

Year old Westchester service expands throughout the five boroughs

New York, NY (PRWEB) January 21, 2011

According to the New York City Department for the Aging’s Profile of Older New Yorkers, 20 percent of older residents are mobility-impaired, making it difficult for them to access even the closest markets and restaurants. Top Chef Meals, a mid-Westchester based preparer/creator of gourmet prepared dishes for a new and unique home meal service, has delivered over 7,000 high-quality and nutritious meals to Westchester County's seniors and disabled since its inception in January 2010. With the opening of a new office in Manhattan, residents of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx and Staten Island can benefit from the same service.

“I had not realized how difficult it is for the homebound to eat nutritious affordable meals until my own 80-year-old father commented about his limited food options,” says Paul Ghiron, president of corporate caterer Crystal Spoon and founder of Top Chef Meals, “He was stuck between choosing from the poor tasting unhealthy supermarket frozen meals and the high cost of restaurants fare. Unable to afford to eat out every meal, he commented that if the high sodium content of typical supermarket meals didn’t kill him, his cardiologist would for eating them. Seeing food through my dad’s eyes, I was inspired to look at Crystal Spoon in a different way and think about how we might combine our production efficiency with gourmet chef talents to create a line of tasty and affordable dishes for home delivery.”

Customers select from a menu of close to five dozen main and side dishes, soups, desserts, and breakfast items at a price of $6.85 per entrée plus two sides, with a 20 percent discount for seniors that brings the price down to $5.50. “My daughter purchased a package of meals for me and I enjoyed them so much, I purchased another package right away,” said Anna Claudio, a Bronx resident. “Top Chef Meals makes it easy for me to eat balanced, healthy meals that taste like they came from a gourmet restaurant.”

Top Chef Meals represents Ghiron’s commitment toward reasonably priced, healthy, nutritious, home-delivered meals. The care and preparation that Crystal Spoon perfected for their corporate clientele are the same for Top Chef Meals. With its' recent expansion of production, storage, and freezer space to handle 4,800 meals per day, the company is poised to handle the tremendous demand from NYC residents.

"Top Chef Meals has represented a vast upgrade in value, flexibility and service for our organization,” said Frank Geritano, Director of Home Delivered Meals at the Stanley Isaacs Neighborhood Center located on E. 93rd Street. “The quality of their food has been exceptional and we are pleased to offer our clients such a superior service.”

Top Chef Meals received the Best of Westchester Award for Company With a Heart from Westchester Magazine in 2010 and was acknowledged for its commitment to reducing hunger in county residents.

Top Chef Meals new Manhattan office is located at 255 W 36 Street, Suite 800, New York, NY 10018, telephone 212-905-5060, fax 646-367-4960, and at 175 Clearbrook Rd, Elmsford, NY 10523, telephone 914.372.7083, http://www. topchefmeals. com.

About Top Chef Meals
Top Chef Meals, established in January 2010, provides high-quality, affordable and nutritious gourmet meals delivered or shipped overnight to elderly and homebound persons in Westchester County, the five boroughs of New York City, and throughout New York State. Top Chef Meals is a division of the Crystal Spoon Corp, a leading corporate caterer in Westchester, and was inspired by the efforts of Crystal Spoon President Paul Ghiron to find a healthier and more flavorful alternative to grocery store frozen foods for his 80-year-old father. Crystal Spoon is the premier caterer to businesses, corporations, and institutions in Westchester County and surrounding areas and specializes in large scale, high quality food production.

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Mountain Falls Amenities Conducive to Healthy Living

Resort-style amenities highlighting the Mountain Falls community in Pahrump is supportive to residents wanting to live a healthy lifestyle.

Pahrump, NV (PRWEB) February 11, 2009

Resort-style amenities highlighting the Mountain Falls community (www. mountainfalls. com) in Pahrump is supportive to residents wanting to live a healthy lifestyle.

According to resident facility manager Josh Gaston, onsite amenities provide residents convenient access to a state-of-the-art fitness facility and swimming pool complex, and a picturesque public golf course with a restaurant offering healthy menu options all located within the master-planned community just about 45 miles west of Las Vegas.

"The Mountain Falls residents' center is a beautiful facility where our residents can come to relax, exercise and have fun," Gaston said.

"The facility includes a fitness center with top-of-the-line, club-quality exercise equipment. Residents can easily get a full-body work out through strength training equipment, free weights, and a variety of cardio machines including Stairmasters, elliptical and recumbent bicycles. We also offer residents yoga and low-impact aerobics classes on a regular basis in our multipurpose room, appealing to those who prefer a group exercise experience," Gaston said.

The residents' facilities offerings will expand in April when its resort-style swimming pool complex reopens.

"Our swimming pool complex, which is open from April through October, is a very popular place among residents of all ages," Gaston said. "It consists of two areas. One area features a family-style pool and a 'splash pad' which is like an interactive water playground that's fun for kids. In the rear, we have an adult area with a 25-acre lap pool and a spa."

The facility also consists of a residents' lounge ideal for social gatherings with card tables, pool tables, and a big-screen television.

The Mountain Falls Golf Club features an 18-hole, par-72 course built amid mature trees and around sparkling water features with multiple waterfalls. Its sloped greens, well-place deep bunkers and water hazards challenge golfers of varying skill. Private and group lessons are available through onsite golf pros.

In addition to daily greens fees, annual, six-month, three-month and monthly golf passes are available to residents and nonresidents alike and include unlimited play and golf cart use.

Gaston said residents who prefer less-strenuous exercise can enjoy leisurely walks along paved walking trails that meander throughout the community and along the perimeter of the course.

Overlooking the golf course is the Mountain Falls Grill Room, serving residents and nonresidents breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu provides a range of fare, including entrees that appeal to those seeking healthy eating options.

William Lyon Homes, Mountain Falls' master-plan developer, is constructing the Bella Sera, Cascata Ancora and Tramonto neighborhoods, where single-story homes measuring from 1,157 to 2,897 square feet are available. Homes are priced from the mid-$100,000s.

The William Lyon neighborhoods are open from 10 a. m. to 5 p. m. daily except Monday, when model homes open at noon.

Classic Homes' Paradiso neighborhood features five single - and two-story floor plans measuring up to 4,300 square feet, and Desert Wind Homes' Tivoli neighborhood offers homes that measure from 1,938 to 2,097 square feet. Sales office hours at Paradiso and Tivoli vary.

To visit the Mountain Falls community from Las Vegas, travel approximately 45 miles west on Highway 160 (Blue Diamond Road) past Interstate 15. Before reaching Pahrump, turn left on Manse Road. Proceed to Hafen Ranch Road, turn right and follow the signs.

For more information about Mountain Falls, visit www. mountainfalls. com.

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Sunday, May 18, 2008

Bumrungrad International Hospital Makes Treatment Costs Available to Public - Bumrungrad International Offers Free Online Access to Actual Costs of 45 Procedures

Bumrungrad International hospital, Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia's largest private hospital and one of the world's top medical travel destinations, has launched a unique online service to allow prospective patients to anticipate the costs of treatment. Called REALCOST, the service shows what Bumrungrad patients actually paid for over 40 medical procedures at the hospital. REALCOST is on the hospital's website at www. bumrungrad. com/realcost.

Bangkok, Thailand (PRWEB) October 3, 2008

Bumrungrad International hospital (http://www. bumrungrad. com/index-inter. aspx), Southeast Asia's largest private hospital and one of the world's top medical travel destinations, has launched a unique online service to allow prospective patients to anticipate the costs of treatment. Called REALCOST (http://www. bumrungrad. com/realcost/index. aspx), the service shows what Bumrungrad patients actually paid for over 40 medical procedures at the hospital. REALCOST is on the hospital's website at www. bumrungrad. com/realcost (http://www. bumrungrad. com/realcost).

Until now, finding out what a medical procedure will cost has been difficult. Most hospitals don't provide such information, and only a handful do so online. Others give estimates that exclude significant items, such as doctors fees, that patients will pay when they leave the hospital. Inquirers often have no way of knowing if the hospital's response is an 'average' or 'lowest possible' cost.

"It's difficult for both hospitals and patients," acknowledged Bumrungrad CEO Mack Banner. "You really can't make a good estimate until the doctor sees the patient and knows what treatment will be required. But patients want to get at least an approximate idea in advance, to help them select a hospital and plan for the costs. We wanted to be transparent and helpful in this regard, and we think the way to do that is simply to show what our patients actually paid."

Created by an in-house team of developers and available free to the public on Bumrungrad's website (http://www. bumrungrad. com/index-inter. aspx), REALCOST lists 45 procedures -- surgeries such as appendectomy, heart bypass, hysterectomy, and knee replacement, and diagnostic procedures such as capsule endoscopy and colonoscopy. For each procedure, REALCOST (http://www. bumrungrad. com/realcost/index. aspx) shows information about the total bill patients paid upon leaving the hospital, including doctor fees, medication and supplies, and room costs for inpatient procedures. Inquiry results show three figures: a "low cost" which means only one in four patients paid less; a "median," which means half paid more, half less; and a "high cost" which was exceeded by only 1 in 4 patients who had the procedure.

Using a hip replacement as an example, REALCOST (http://www. bumrungrad. com/realcost/index. aspx) shows a low cost of 361,255 baht (US$10,940), a median cost of 413,717 baht (US$12,545), and a high cost of 447,648 baht (US$13,565). A website that helps uninsured Americans estimate US hospital costs shows the average cost of a hip replacement as $39,299 in the U. S.

"Most patients will fall somewhere in the middle," says Banner. "We exclude both the highest and the lowest 25% from the results. Those cases are not typical so it would be misleading to suggest that your surgery would cost as much or as little as that. Of course, after you are evaluated by our specialists, we provide an estimate specific to your case. Then you still have a chance to decide whether to go ahead."

REALCOST (http://www. bumrungrad. com/realcost/index. aspx) is currently based on full year 2007 data. Bumrungrad plans to update its database to keep REALCOST current and to add more procedures. Results can be displayed in any of 45 different currencies.

"Data transparency is such an important component of the contemporary healthcare experience, empowering patients to make informed decisions," says Josef Woodman, author of Patients Beyond Borders. "I hope to eventually see all hospitals making this kind of information readily available to the public."

About Bumrungrad International
Bumrungrad International hospital (http://www. bumrungrad. com/index-inter. aspx) is Southeast Asia's premier private hospital and a regional referral center for advanced care, offering 554 beds, 30 specialty centers, 1,000 medical specialists and over 800 nurses. It is Asia's first JCI accredited hospital and serves more than one million patients yearly from 190 different countries.

For press inquiries, please contact:
Mr. Kaorop Wongprasert
Public Relations Dept. Tel 662 667 2212
Www. bumrungrad. com

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Lily Organics Shares All-Natural Tips For Protecting Skin From Winter’s Harsh Elements

USDA Certified Organic grower and handcrafter of skin care line helps eco-minded beauty mavens protect their skin this winter and beyond

Brighton, Colo. (PRWEB) December 17, 2009

The snowcapped mountains, fireside cups of cocoa and holidays filled with family and friends make winter a much welcomed time for cozy conversations and runs down the ski slopes. Our skin, however, would beg to differ. Dropping temperatures, dry air and chilling winds all contribute to a season of dry skin that’s prone to breakouts. Lily Organics, the only company on planet Earth to grow its own ingredients on a USDA Certified Organic farm and make fresh products weekly in their own FDA-inspected lab, shares its tips for maintaining your skin’s beauty during the beauty of winter.
Think Organically: The greater the percentage of organic ingredients in your skincare products, the better. According to Lily Morgan, seventh generation American farmer and the founder of Lily Organics, “Ideally, every ingredient in your skincare product is pure and organic. Natural plant derivatives have been effectively used for thousands of years to heal, soothe and moisturize even the driest of skin,” she states. Bottom line? Organic ingredients are going to feed skin with the freshest, most pure elements possible, ensuring that the skin gets the nutrients it needs without the barriers oftentimes created by synthetic chemicals.

Simplify: Finding the right combination of botanicals is key during winter months, and simplifying the process is paramount to finding the most effective combination to combat dry skin. “Far too often, folks complicate their skincare regimes with too many products that instead of complementing one another, work against each others and ultimately have little effect on the skin,” Morgan attests. Experts like Morgan concur that keeping a skincare routine to three-four products maximum is best, and that the fewer ingredients in a product, particularly synthetic ingredients, the better.

Embrace Botanicals: The best way to moisturize skin during the winter is with pure botanicals. Comfrey and Rose Hips oil help cells regenerate, increase normal lubrication and help prevent wrinkles. Seaweed components also function to naturally attract and hold moisture. “Nature’s inherent ability to balance the skin and body is profound,” Lily Morgan says.

Down to a Tea: It’s not just about what you put on your skin topically, but also what you put in your body that makes a difference. Drinking herbal teas such as sarsaparilla, burdock, yellow dock and nettle can improve internal circulation, aiding in proper moisture distribution throughout the body. “Plus, relaxing with a hot cup of tea during the hustle and bustle of the season can help to de-stress and detoxify, naturally promoting healthy, glowing skin,” Lily Morgan finishes.

For more information regarding Lily Organics, product samples, or to interview founder and CEO Lily Morgan, please contact Betsy Martin at 303.818.3114 or betsy(at)decibelcommunications(dot)com. Lily Organics can be found online at http://www. lilyorganics. com (http://www. lilyorganics. com).

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Saturday, May 17, 2008

ENT and Allergy Associates &#174; Merges the Cedar Knolls, NJ Practice of Sharir Raz MD into its Parsippany Office

ENT and Allergy Associates ® Merges the Cedar Knolls, NJ Practice of Sharir Raz MD into its Parsippany Office

Effective October 1st, 2010, ENT and Allergy Associates will acquire the Morris County practice of Sharir Raz, MD, resulting in the transfer of Dr. Raz’s past and current patients to ENTA's nearby Parsippany office.

Tarrytown, NY (Vocus) September 28, 2010

ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP (ENTA) is proud to announce that effective October 1st, 2010, it will acquire the Morris County practice of Sharir Raz, MD, resulting in the transfer of Dr. Raz’s past and current patients to ENTA's nearby Parsippany office. The Parsippany office of ENT and Allergy Associates is one of the Practice's 34 clinical locations throughout New Jersey and New York which, like each and every office, is staffed with superior specialists, sub-specialists and audiologists to meet patients' needs.

The physicians at ENT & Allergy Associates, located at 3219 Route 46 East, Parsippany, NJ, include Charles M. Schultz, M. D., Karen Wirtshafter, M. D., Brian Lebovitz, M. D., F. A.C. S. and Smruti Parikh, M. D.

Wayne Eisman, MD, ENTA President, said, “We want to reassure all of Dr. Raz's patients and referring physicians in Morris County, that they can continue to expect the finest ENT and Allergy care, and that we are fully committed to their good health." He added, "We at ENTA wish Dr. Raz all the best as he moves forward.”

ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP is the largest and most comprehensive ear, nose, throat, allergy and audiology practice in the nation with 34 offices and over 110 physicians. It has a clinical alliance with the Mount Sinai Medical Center for the treatment of diseases of the head and neck and a partnership with the American Cancer Society to educate and treat patients with smoking disorders and cancer.

To learn more about the benefits of ENT and Allergy Associates ®, please visit http://www. entandallergy. com (http://www. entandallergy. com)

Friday, May 16, 2008

Wizzard Software Announces Canadian Patent Application Filing For Talking Pill Bottle

Wizzard Software Corp. (OTCBB: WIZD) announced today it has filed a patent application through its MedivoxRx Technologies, Inc. division with the Canadian Patent and Trademark Office. The application is titled "Pill, Capsule, or Medicine Container Audio Instruction Systems and Methods for Providing Audio Instructions with Pill, Capsule or Medicine Container."

PITTSBURGH, (PRWEB) September 23, 2004 -

IMS Health's annual review of prescribing and diagnoses trends reveals 2003 was a record year in the growth of retail prescriptions filled by Canadians. There were over 361 million prescriptions filled in Canadian retail pharmacies in 2003 (excludes hospitals). Retail prescriptions grew 7.9% over 2002, the largest annual increase during the last decade. Last year's retail prescription market totaled $15.9 billion, which represents on average 11 prescriptions per Canadian at an average retail price of $44 per prescription.

It follows that Canadian physicians were just as busy in 2003 as their health care colleagues in pharmacy, especially those in family practice. There were 309 million visits made to office-based physicians last year and a family physician/general practitioner was seen in 73% of these visits. Of the more than 361 million retail prescriptions filled in Canadian retail pharmacies in 2003, 80% of all prescriptions (new prescriptions and refills) were written by family physicians. Family physicians comprise about half of the approximately 57,000 doctors in Canada.

Rex, the talking medication bottle, assists pharmacies in complying with stringent prescription medication regulations by having the dosage instructions and other critical information read "out-loud" to patients in addition to providing the instructions on the standard label. This audio assistance helps to ensure that a patient fully understands what the medication is, how often to take it and when to refill the prescription or discontinue its use. Canada is the world's seventh largest market in terms of pharmacy sales (purchases by retail pharmacies) at US$5.5 billion and it is the second fastest growing.

In addition to assisting pharmacies with their compliance initiatives, Rex helps meet the needs of an aging population as people lose their sight, cognitive functionality and physical abilities. Rex allows a patient to simply push a button on the bottle and hear their name, prescription type, dosage instructions, drug warnings and other information read in a clear, friendly voice.

About Wizzard Software...

Founded in 1996, Wizzard Software has become a leader in the speech technology application development market. Wizzard architects solutions to business problems using its expertise in consulting, speech development tools and building speech based applications for the Desktop and Internet. Wizzard has achieved global recognition because of its expertise with voice communication whether it is via PC or telephone. Wizzard's successes have lead to expanding opportunities in both the government and commercial sectors. In April of 2004, Wizzard acquired MedivoxRx Technologies. Founded in 2000, MedivoxRx is the originator of "Rex", the talking prescription pill bottle, which "talks" to the patient, allowing them to distinguish what type of medication is in the bottle and hear information on dosage and refill instructions. Additional information can be found at www. rxtalks. com. More information on Wizzard can be found in Wizzard's Investor's Corner www. wizzardsoftware. com.

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Action Sports Doctor, Mark Sanders, Now Featured in Monthly Column for BMX Today -- 'Ask Dr. Mark Sanders' Renowned Orthopedic Surgeon Gives Advice and Addresses Commonly Asked Questions

Dr. Mark Sanders, renowned orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine doctor to the action sport athlete, is now featured in a column in official NBL publication -- BMX Today.

Houston, TX (PRWEB) October 24, 2006

The official healthcare provider of the Houston Supercross and personal physician to many top action sports athletes, including world MX champion Jeff Dement and professional BMX riders John "the Jackal" Purse, Jason Carnes and Warwick Stevenson, Dr. Mark Sanders of the Sanders Clinic for Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine extends his online health forums to the pages of BMX Today -- the official publication of the National Bicycle League (NBL).

Dr. Mark Sanders' aggressive approach to ACL injuries and shoulder instability conditions has grabbed the attention of injured athletes from across the United States who are eager to get back to their sport. His treatment plan combined with accelerated rehabilitation and reconditioning programs have cut recovery time in half for many common action sports injuries.

"I believe I've been able to help a lot of young athletes through my online health and fitness forums. And I'm looking forward to reaching even more through this new BMX Today column. The traditional treatment plans for some of the common action sports injuries may be beneficial for the non athlete, but they're not acceptable for the extreme athlete who needs to get right back out there. I have seen this again and again over my 20 years as an orthopedic surgeon. And the differences in treatment are important for athletes to understand," said Dr. Sanders.

The "Ask Dr. Sanders" column is in its fourth month and has covered the repair and recovery of fractured clavicles and ACL injuries. Upcoming issues will focus on the accelerated rehabilitation and reconditioning program Dr. Sanders and his staff of certified fitness trainers employ to strengthen injured athletes.

"Dr. Sanders' column in BMX Today has been a great addition to our magazine," said BMX Today editor Jess Moore.

"The National Bicycle League is here to support our members in BMX racing and Dr. Sanders has given our members wonderful advice. Although injuries are never a good thing, they are a reality in BMX racing. With an expert on these injuries writing a column, we feel that the magazine has become an even better resource for our members. 'Ask Dr. Sanders' has quickly become one of the most read and useful columns in BMX Today," said Moore.

According to 2006 UCI BMX World Champion Jason Carnes, the treatment Dr. Sanders used to address his ACL injury was unlike that of other physicians with which he had consulted and took minimal time away from his racing.

"To my surprise, I walked the very next day after surgery -- including up stairs! His extensive rehab accelerated my recovery. I was winning races again within six months," Carnes added.

Dr. Sanders has been named one of Houston's "Top Docs" for the past two years by H Texas magazine and was featured among the Leaders and Innovators in the 2005-2006 edition of Medicine Men of Texas. Texas CitySports magazine also runs a periodic advice column, Ask the Sports Doctor, addressing common questions Dr. Sanders receives. His health forums can be found at www. houstonmotocross. com, www. ktmtalk. com, and www. thumpertalk. com.

Log onto www. sandersclinic. net to read Dr. Sanders' columns and to learn more about treatment options at the Sanders Clinic.

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Thursday, May 15, 2008

Dr Rose Soanes Of Niles, MI Helps Patients To Cut Strokes Off Golf Game And Save Their Back

Dr. Rose Soanes of Berrien Family Chiropractic helps golfers improve their golf game this summer. Learn how to maintain a healthy back while having fun on the course.

Niles, MI (PRWEB) May 18, 2006

Dr. Rose Soanes of Berrien Family Chiropractic is helping golf lovers to stay on the green longer. "All too often I see golfers end up taking pain killers or having to stop playing all together, just because of back pain from golf. Recently chiropractic treatment has really caught on as an excellent way to alleviate those on-the-green pains," says Dr. Soanes.

"The problems occur from all those repetitive golf swings. Since chiropractic is the science of the spine, we are in a good position to help golfers understand the correct way to take care of their bodies while still enjoying lots of golf," says Dr. Soanes.

Professional golfers are well aware of the benefits that chiropractic care can provide. A recent study reported that up to 85 percent of injuries on the PGA Tour and Senior Tour relate to the spine. Between 70 to 75 percent of these golfers receive chiropractic care regularly. Amateur golfers can especially benefit from chiropractic care. There is approximately 25 to 30 million amateur golfers in America. Dr. Soanes says, "It's my goal to educate golfers that chiropractic can really benefit them and keep them playing pain free."

Dr. Soanes says, "Not only can chiropractors most effectively treat acute and chronic back injuries caused by golf, but can also help them prevent injuries. Some important things they should be doing are stretching before and after golfing, keeping hydrated, shortening your back swing, and using correct posture and stance."

Dr. Soanes invites any golfer who is interested in improving their game and saving their back to schedule a complimentary office visit. "This way they can see how chiropractic might enhance their golf game." The office of Dr. Rose Soanes, D. C. is located at 1036 Bell Road, Niles, MI 49120. She can be reached by telephone at 269-683-1700.

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Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Provocative New Novel Explores Caseworker/Patient Relationship in Mental Health Treatment Hospital

A psychiatric caseworker grapples with the secret of an adolescent patient in Michael J. Flanagan's The Arboretum.

Sacramento, Calif. (PRWEB) April 25, 2008

The Arboretum, a new book by Michael J. Flanagan, is a thought provoking story about trust, betrayal, and the complexities that arise when one is committed to keeping a secret "no matter what."

Set in a university mental health facility in Michigan in the 1970s, The Arboretum is the gripping story of a psychiatric case worker who is entrusted with a young patient's secret. Gradually, he discovers that keeping her secret will not be easy; in fact, it threatens to turn his life upside down. His co-workers and the patient's therapist begin to be suspicious of him, and even the patient herself begins to doubt his ability to keep his word. In desperation, she turns to new friends she discovers living in the arboretum near the hospital grounds and designs a plan that will have serious repercussions for everyone.

Flanagan, who wrote his novel years after having first-hand experience working in a treatment center, has crafted a stunning novel about trust and redemption. Beautifully written and filled with complex and engaging characters, The Arboretum is as intriguing as it is entertaining.

For more information or to request a free review copy, members of the press can contact the author at mjflanagan1@sbcglobal. net. The Arboretum is available for sale online at Amazon. com, BookSurge. com, and through additional wholesale and retail channels worldwide.

About the Author
Michael J. Flanagan is a graduate of the University of Michigan and has a law degree from the University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, Calif. He has been a lawyer in private practice for more than 27 years. The author lives with his wife in Folsom, Calif.

The views and opinions expressed in this press release do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of BookSurge or its affiliates.

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Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Now Covered by Insurance at East Gate Chiropractic & Wellness

East gate Chiropractic & Wellness is one of only a few officees using the new Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression technology to treat chronic and acute low back pain, including bulging or herniated discs. Unlike other cebters offering this state of the art technology East Gate Chiropractic may be the only center that is accepting insurance patients for this procedure.

Mount Laurel, NJ (PRWEB) April 6, 2010

East Gate Chiropractic & Wellness in Mount Laurel has recently been informed by several major insurance companies that non-surgical spinal decompression is being covered by health insurance. “This is very exciting news for our patients. Now, we're able to help people with a great therapy that has already helped many people in Burlington and Camden Counties, but now we will be able to help many more that have insurance coverage available” stated Leonard F. Vernon, D. C. the director of East Gate Chiropractic & Wellness Chiropractor at Wellness & Better Health Chiropractic.

Non-surgical spinal decompression had been used for many years in helping alleviate neck and low back pain associated with disc bulges, disc herniations as well as chronic back pain that have not been helped by other non invasive procedures. The machine used at East Gate Chiropractic & Wellness is a Lordex ® unit made by Lordex Systems in Texas. Lordex is one of the major manufacturers of non-surgical spinal decompression equipment in the world.

Dr. Vernon stated “We began using Lordex ® in 2009 in addition to the standard chiropractic therapies and felt it would compliment everything that the clinic had been doing, but would continue to help improve patients that no longer improved from chiropractic or physical therapy. Lordex® is used by orthopedic surgeons, pain management doctors and chiropractors alike. We really enjoy being able to help people return to the activities they love and now with some insurance companies covering the therapy as it is becoming more integrated into our health care model it is definitively a win-win.” Unfortunately because many insurance programs have not covered non-surgical spinal decompression many practitioners in the area have taken advantage of this situation charging patients $3000-$5000 for the 12-20 sessions usually required to complete the treatment plan.

Dr. Vernon has been practicing chiropractic care in the South Jersey area since 1979 and focuses his care on acute and chronic low back and neck problems. He is certified is licensed by the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners and holds a special license in electro-diagnostic testing. Dr. Vernon re-iterated that Lordex® therapy is not covered by all insurance companies, but a quick call to his office would determine if a patient’s insurance would coverall or part of this treatment.

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Changed Perception of Users in Nanotechnology, the Market Promises to Grow by $1 Trillion

After undertaking a survey, it was found that overall there was a negative feeling towards nanotechnology. However, the nanotechnology industry is poised to grow to a trillion dollars by 2015.

(PRWEB) December 8, 2005

After undertaking a survey, it was found that overall there was a negative feeling towards nanotechnology. The reason was based on two experiences: unease about nanoparticles in cosmetics and a deeper unhappiness in using the technology in military enhancement.

However, the nanotechnology industry is poised to grow to a trillion dollars by 2015. The responsibility of building a trust therefore, lies with the federal government and industry when they go about developing new nano applications.

According to a recent market research report, "The World Nanotechnology Market 2005" prepared by RNCOS, experts say that two thirds of the people all over the world who are aware of developments in this nascent science of nanotechnology agreed on its potential benefits in health and medicine, national defense, and environment sectors. Those who did not see favorably towards nanotechnology needed to be convinced that the supervision of the government would be swift, rigorous, and independent of external intervention. People beleive that both government and industry should check and improve trust.

Since nanotechnology is far smaller than micro-tech, there are immense possibilities of nanotech applications with ever new properties. The growth being rapid and enormous, this technology is emerging as a contender for MEMs in many areas.

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Windstar to Hold Two-Day Nonresident Alien Tax Training in Boston

Windstar Technologies, the experienced leader in international tax and immigration compliance, will hold a two-day seminar on nonresident alien tax issues April 27th – 28th at the Doubletree Guest Suites in Boston, Massachusetts. The comprehensive seminar will provide high quality education on tax - and immigration-related rules and regulations needed to stay ahead of recent IRS audit initiatives.

Norwood, MA (PRWEB) March 1, 2010

“The IRS announced that it plans to hire 2,400 new international enforcement specialists, with 750 to be assigned to audit NRA withholding and reporting on payments made to nonresident aliens and foreign entities,” said Windstar’s chair and award-winning author Paula N. Singer, Esq. “With the Obama administration making international tax compliance a major piece of its 2010 budget, the IRS will have the financial, personnel, and technical resources to effectively enforce these tax rules and procedures. For almost 15 years, Windstar’s seminars have helped countless administrators from the tax-exempt sector - higher education, healthcare and research industries learn how to handle nonresident alien taxation correctly and more efficiently. Now that NRA withholding has been raised to a Tier I issue requiring consideration during any corporate audit, for-profit organizations are also in need of this experience.”

The two-day lecture based seminar provides multiple sessions lead by industry experts including:
Paula N. Singer, Esq., Windstar’s co-founder and renowned expert on nonresident alien taxation Linda Dodd-Major, Esq., former director of the INS’ Office of Business Liaison Marianne Couch, Esq. - principal with COKALA Tax Information Reporting Solutions, LLC Terri Crowl - Windstar’s senior product support analyst and former NRA Tax Coordinator for George Mason University.

A complete schedule is available at www. windstar. com, or e-mail paul. carpinella@windstar. com for more information on Windstar’s Nonresident Alien Tax Training program.

Headquartered in Norwood, Massachusetts, Windstar Technologies offers software and products that streamline and automate nonresident alien payment processes to reduce tax liability exposure and promote improved internal practices while reducing costs. The company is the national leader and pioneer in developing, marketing, and supporting intelligent software solutions for international tax and immigration compliance. Windstar® Solutions include international tax product, the International Tax Navigator®, the published series Tax Guides For Foreign Persons and Those Who Pay Them® and the online Foreign National Tax Resource, combining an extensive, searchable content library with tax return preparation for Forms 1040NR and 1040NR-EZ. Windstar offers training on tax rules governing withholding on payments to foreign nationals and entities, income tax treaties, special withholding exemptions including tax treaties, and Forms 1042/1042-S processing. For more information and to sign up for Windstar’s educational newsletter, visit www. windstar. com or call 800-259-6398.

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New Weight Loss Diet Shows How to Lose 10 Pounds from the Labor Day Weekend Binge

Weight loss has just gotten much simpler with this new fat loss system. Obese and over weight people now have this surprising new method to lose weight and create a natural balance from the inside-out.

St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) September 2, 2008

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Sunday, May 11, 2008

New England-Based Restaurant Chain Partners with Kevin Youkilis to Benefit Kevin Youkilis Hits for Kids

New England-Based restaurant chain, Burtons Grill Partners with Red Sox infielder Kevin Youkilis to create the "Youk Burger" to benefit his charity, "Kevin Youkilis Hits for Kids."

Boston, MA (PRWEB) April 4, 2010

It's only days before the official opening of baseball season in Boston, MA (which is very serious business in Red Sox territory). Within days, 4 Yawkey Way, home to the famous Fenway Park, will host thousands of loyal fans, filling area businesses and restaurants. One New England-based restaurant group that has always benefited from the busy season is Burtons Grill. With locations throughout New England, including their Boston, MA location just steps from Fenway Park, the restaurant's business more than triples during Red Sox home games. "We have a very loyal customer that makes it a point to come to our location during the season," said General Manager of Burtons Grill, (Boston) Bridget Kelly.

This year Kevin Harron, CEO of Burtons Grill, decided to utilize this upsurge in his business by partnering with Red Sox infielder Kevin Youkilis and his charity Kevin Youkilis Hits for Kids, which is dedicated to improving the health and well being of children.

"When deciding how we could utilize one of our busiest seasons to lend a hand, Kevin Youkilis Hits for Kids seemed like a perfect fit. We're known for many things at our restaurants, but our burgers are definitely a standout favorite in the city and Kevin is a huge burger fan, so the
Connection just made sense" said Kevin Harron, CEO of Burtons Grill.

The rest is R & D history. Kevin Youkilis Hits for Kids and Burtons Grill came together to create the "Youk Burger" available at all New England Burtons Grill locations beginning opening day! Designed by Kevin Youkilis and Culinary Director of Burtons Grill, Denise Baron, the 100% all-beef burger loaded with American cheese, shredded lettuce, crispy onions and Burtons Grill special sauce served with fries and a pickle, will cost customers $13.95 with $2.00 from each purchase going directly to Kevin Youkilis Hits for Kids. Customers can modify Kevin's combination by adding any items they'd like for an additional cost.

The Youk Burger ($13.95) will be available at all New England-based Burtons Grill locations including: North Andover, MA, South Windsor, CT, Hingham, MA and of course the Boston, MA location, smack-dab in the middle of Red Sox Nation. The Burtons Grill and Kevin Youkilis Hits for Kids partnership is dedicated to raising $10,000.00 for the charity. "We're excited to havepartnered with Burtons Grill and are looking forward to hitting our goal," said Melanie Myers, Director of Events, Kevin Youkilis Hits for Kids.

Regardless of how you take your Youk Burger, just take one! Enjoy one of New England's best burgers, created by one of Boston's best players, on the best team, knowing you're also helping a well deserving charity.

*Note: The Youk Burger is available to both Yankee Players and fans at the slightly higher cost of $100.00.

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Friday, May 9, 2008

Profiles International Releases New Report on Employee Productivity: America's Most Productive Companies

Profiles International a global leader in employment evaluation and human resource management assessment tools, recently completed a comprehensive study of employee productivity: America's Most Productive Companies. The study covers nearly 14 million people in 175 industries and over 1600 companies.

Waco, TX (PRWEB) May 26, 2009

Profiles International (http://www. ProfilesInternational. com) a global leader in employment evaluation and human resource management assessment tools, recently completed a comprehensive study of employee productivity: America's Most Productive Companies. The study covers nearly 14 million people in 175 industries and over 1600 companies.

"We initiated this study to help us better understand the factors that drive employee productivity within an organization," stated Jim Sirbasku, co-founder and CEO of Profiles International. "What we found was that there are 10 key attributes that contribute to the success of America's most productive companies."

The 10 key attributes can be further categorized into 5 'People Attributes' and 5 'Strategic and Operational Attributes.' They are listed below:

People Attributes
1. Performance-driven culture
2. Effective managers
3. High employee utilization
4. High employee effectiveness
5. Encouragement of innovation

Strategic and Operational Attributes
1. Technological sophistication
2. Financial sophistication
3. Operational sophistication
4. Effective distribution channels
5. Marketing and brand sophistication

Companies were grouped into 175 sub-industry categories to produce a more meaningful analysis. The assumption was that companies competing in the same industry generally go about their business and recognize revenue in a similar manner, while different industries have differing degrees of labor intensity.

The following major industries were included in the study:
Automotive Business Services Chemicals Construction & Real Estate Consumer Products Electronics Manufacturing Financial Services Healthcare Services Industrial Manufacturing Insurance Media Medical & Pharmaceuticals Natural Resources Software Telecommunication Services Transportation Utilities

Download the study: America's Most Productive Companies (http://forms. piibusiness. com/forms/AMPCReport) or go to AmericasMostProductive. com (http://www. americasmostproductive. com) to discover:

Who the most productive companies are in each industry Which management practices make them great Where your industry's benchmark is

About Profiles International, Inc.
Profiles International is the world's leader and innovator in selecting and developing high-performance workforces. Profiles International does this through innovative human resource management solutions and a comprehensive suite of employment assessments which help companies worldwide gain a competitive advantage by selecting, hiring, retaining and developing great talent. Profiles International is the preferred choice of many of the largest companies because of the quality of its products and services, and its consistent re-validation of their diverse collection of employment assessments.

This press release was distributed through eMediawire by Human Resources Marketer (HR Marketer: www. HRmarketer. com) on behalf of the company listed above.

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Thursday, May 8, 2008

On the Spot Systems Rolls Out New Survey on the Spot iPhone Survey App for Salons and Spas

ON THE SPOT SYSTEMS, a mobile systems provider, today announced that they have developed a custom branded and designed survey tailored specifically for salons and spas for their SURVEY ON THE SPOT mobile survey application.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) October 26, 2010

“The SURVEY ON THE SPOT application has been a huge success in the restaurant industry since we launched it last year,” said ON THE SPOT SYSTEMS Co-founder and CEO Geoff Palmer. “Salons and spas rely heavily on customer satisfaction. Now salon and spa customers will have the opportunity to offer feedback about their experience from the convenience of their phone, before they leave the premises.”

SURVEY ON THE SPOT allows businesses to easily create custom branded surveys to instantly capture customer feedback from their customers’ mobile devices, including iPhones, iPods, iPads, BlackBerrys, Androids and other smartphones. Salon or spa staff can receive instant management ‘service alerts’, view reports on the web, build email marketing lists and provide rewards to their customers for completing surveys.

Joi Salon and Spa Escape, one of Boston’s premier salons, will begin offering their customers a custom SURVEY ON THE SPOT survey beginning in November.

“We are very excited to start using SURVEY ON THE SPOT at Joi,” said Joi Salon and Spa Escape Owner Erica Harris. “We are constantly looking for ways to enhance the customer experience at Joi. Being able to gather comprehensive feedback from our customers in real time will help us to ensure that every customer leaves Joi feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and happy.”

Beyond collecting surveys, SURVEY ON THE SPOT’s comprehensive real-time automated reporting provides quantitative data. Businesses can easily customize the survey application to what their needs are, analyze individual or aggregated surveys, and build email marketing lists. The SURVEY ON THE SPOT iPhone survey app is currently being used successfully by restaurants, chauffeured ground transportation companies, and fitness facilities. The mobile survey system is an essential tool for any customer-focused industry, from retail, hospitality and transportation to healthcare, government and utilities.

About ON THE SPOT SYSTEMS ON THE SPOT SYSTEMS develops mobile systems to enable businesses to gather customer insights and service feedback wherever and whenever it is needed. SURVEY ON THE SPOT enables retailers and other service focused organizations to capture in-the-moment customer feedback cost effectively. Utilizing iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and smartphone technology, our surveys provide on-site insights including photos and text commentary. The system also features service alerts, digital coupons and rewards, and automated data reporting via the web.

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Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Carryquote Named Hot New Tech Product

LA Splash Magazine’s 2010 Technology Products Review Lists CarryQuote as a Hot New Tech Product

Zug, Switzerland and New York, NY (PRWEB) September 30, 2010

CarryQuote® A. G., a pioneer in integrated desktop and mobile financial information solutions, today announced that it has been named as a Hot New Tech Product in LA Splash Magazine’s 2010 Technology Products Review.

The magazine cites CarryQuote’s ability to deliver affordable, real-time global market data on all major smartphone and browser platforms including Blackberry, iPhone, iPad and Android, as well as its interactive charting, customizable alerts, and professional analytics.

In evaluating submissions, editors examine a broad range of product qualities, including innovation, simplicity, overall quality, and value. Over 500 products were considered in this year’s review.

“We are very pleased to recognize CarryQuote’s ground-breaking technology and the clear value that it can deliver to both serious investors and investment professionals,” said Lawrence Davis, editor-in-chief of Splash Magazines Worldwide. “In our annual technology review, we seek out the most innovative, most outstanding new products, and CarryQuote’s unique offering easily fits this bill. I would personally like to congratulate CarryQuote for its achievement.”

“CarryQuote is very excited to have been named a Hot New Tech Product by LA Splash,” said Jeremy Sokolic, CarryQuote’s senior vice president of sales and marketing. “Four years ago, we set out to create a mobile financial information technology platform with capabilities that never before existed, and we are gratified that we have not only achieved this goal, but that our solutions are rapidly gaining recognition across the global marketplace.”

CarryQuote is a professional-grade financial data platform that provides affordable real-time market data, actionable financial analysis, and personalized mobile alerts through an easy-to-use mobile and online interface. Its enterprise solutions allow financial institutions to provide clients with private-labeled mobile apps that instantly deliver proprietary research and reports, live streaming news, mobile trading, and mobile portfolio delivery. The award-winning solution is compatible with all major Smartphone operating systems including Blackberry®, iPhone®, Symbian®, Android® and Windows Mobile®.

About CarryQuote

CarryQuote® (www. carryquote. com) offers an award-winning market data technology that delivers real-time financial market information and analysis across asset classes and geographies to mobile phones and desktops at a fraction of the price of other market data providers. CarryQuote provides real-time data from over 100 global market data sources covering equities, bonds, foreign exchange, commodities, real estate and alternative investments. CarryQuote’s real-time snapshot market views and personalized mobile alerts functionality ensures that fund managers, wealth managers, asset managers, brokers and individual investors are always on top of market changes. CarryQuote is compatible with all major Smartphone operating systems (Blackberry®, iPhone®, Symbian®, Android®, and Windows Mobile®), and desktop operating systems (Windows® and Macintosh®).

About Splash Magazines Worldwide

Splash Magazines is an online lifestyle portal offering its readers the information they want. With main sections including; Entertainment & Culture, Food & Beverage, Tech Talk, Home & Office, Health & Beauty, Style & Fashion, Life's Journey, New To, Vehicles and Fresh Faces. With its home base in Los Angeles, regional sites are currently located in the following 20 cities: Amsterdam, Atlanta, Barcelona, Bangkok, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Las Vegas, London, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Paris, San Diego, San Francisco, Tokyo, Toronto and Washington D. C.

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