Cosmetic Dentist Receives Prestigious Cosmetic Practice of the Year Award

Cosmetic Dentist Receives Prestigious Cosmetic Practice of the Year Award

Cosmetic dentist Harry Long has a little something extra to smile about: The New Jersey-based dentist received the prestigious Cosmetic Practice of the Year Award, awarded by the Levin Group.

Wayne, NJ (PRWEB) May 17, 2005

Dentist Harry Long, DMD, received the prestigious 2004 Cosmetic Practice of the Year (CPOY) Award in February this year. Dr. Long received the award from Levin Group, a leading dental consulting firm providing innovative lifetime services to dentists. The award recognizes Dr. Long's excellence in cosmetic dentistry based on his practice philosophy, commitment, performance, leadership, smile design, use of advanced technologies and dedication to patient comfort and communication. He was honored for the award during a ceremony in Chicago.

"I felt humbled to have won this award," said Dr. Long, who maintains a Wayne, N. J., private practice that generates nearly 70 percent of its dentistry from cosmetic dentistry procedures. “It has encouraged me to continue my pursuit to give patients a more beautiful smile and help them feel better about themselves.”

Dr. Long's practice is more like a spa than a traditional dental office. Patients can enjoy a full array of satellite programming on flat-screen TVs in five treatment rooms, and each dental chair has a heated massage back for patient comfort. The practice also provides paraffin hand wax treatments, freshly baked cookies, coffee and cappuccino to patients.

Dr. Long, who is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, says he has always been interested in improving his practice to provide the finest in patient care and the latest technology.

"Advancements in modern dental care have made everything much easier and more comfortable for patients," said Dr. Long. "Now a person can have a dazzling smile much more easily; I feel fortunate to be able to help them achieve the appearance they've always wanted." 

About the CPOY Award:

Levin Group, Dental Learning Systems and Philips Oral Healthcare created the prestigious CPOY award in 2002 to recognize the qualities of a superior cosmetic practice. CPOY is designed to give dentists throughout the United States an opportunity to measure their practices against the most successful practices in the country. Applicants for the award are judged on superior performance management of the cosmetic dentistry practice, team development, practice productivity and profitability, physical environment and use of current technologies.

About Levin Group Inc.:

Levin Group is the largest dental practice management and marketing consulting firm in the nation. Founded by Roger P. Levin, DDS, MBA, in 1985, Levin Group has developed programs in four countries and consulted to more than 8,500 dental practices.

Levin Group offers management and marketing consulting services to each of its eight divisions – General Practice, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Endodontics, Periodontal, Prosthodontics, Implants and Large Group – as well as continuing education materials such as videotapes, audiocassettes, and books.

Levin Group is committed to improving the lives of dentists and specialists. For more information, visit www. levingroup. com or call 888.973.0000.

About Harry A. Long, DMD:

Dr. Harry Long, a dentist since 1973, received the Victor O. Lucia award for proficiency in Prosthetic Dentistry in 1973, serves as clinical instructor for the Aesthetic Advantage dental continuum, is a member of the Peer Review committee for the Passaic County Dental Society, is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, is Past President of the Wayne Rotary Club, and is a member of the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He lectures regularly on the topic of cosmetic dentistry and participates in hundreds of hours of continuing education each year. He is a graduate of the Fairleigh Dickinson School of Dentistry. Dr. Long may be reached at drharrylong@earthlink. net or 973.694.5101.

For more information, please visit www. aestheticdentalgroup. com.

Contact:

Dr. Harry Long, DMD

Aesthetic Dental Group of New Jersey

330 Ratzer Road

Wayne, NJ 07470

Drharrylong@earthlink. net

973-694-5101

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The public to receive Nicotine replacement products for free in all USA States

The public to receive Nicotine replacement products for free in all USA States.

A petition to USA Congress to help fight the ill effects of cigarette smoking across the United States of America.

(PRWEB) April 2, 2004

Jane Sadowy President of Swaphandmedowns. com and New Jersey Ambassador of International Virtual WomenÂ’s Chamber of Commerce would like to help the public receive Nicotine replacement products for free in all USA States.

Jane Sadowy is asking the public to please sign this petition that will be forwarded USA officials to request Nicotine replacement products be available for free in all states of America. This petition will remain active from March 31st 2004 to June 1st 2004.

The Nicotine replacement product such as the patch to help quit smoking was a prescription drug covered by most USA health plans. Now the nicotine patch is available on the open market in some USA states. The price is still high with some Nicotine replacement products selling for over $75.00 to quit smoking.

Excise taxes on cigarettes alone are expected to reach $790 million this year in one USA state alone.

The taxes on cigarettes are higher than ever and are aimed at getting the public to quit smoking. Please sign this letter to let our USA officials know that we are requesting as USA residences that nicotine replacement products should be free and ready available to the public needing to quit smoking.

President Jane Sadowy

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NJ Ambassador of IVWCC

Please visit this URL to sign this petition online

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Helen Loftin, MEDA’s Project Manager in Pakistan, to Present “Unleashing Entrepreneurship 120,000 Times Over” At the Organization’s Annual Meeting in San Jose Nov. 5-8

Helen Loftin, MEDA’s Project Manager in Pakistan, to Present “Unleashing Entrepreneurship 120,000 Times Over” At the Organization’s Annual Meeting in San Jose Nov. 5-8

Arriving from Islamabad, Loftin to discuss MEDA’s successful Micro-Enterprise Development Projects Assisting Women Entrepreneurs.

San Jose, CA (Vocus) November 4, 2009

News from Pakistan is generally bleak, but one unarmed soldier in the battle against poverty in that country is arriving in San Jose from Islamabad this week to share good news. Helen Loftin, Mennonite Economic Development Associate’s (http://www. meda. org/) (MEDA) regional project manager, is presenting “Unleashing Entrepreneurship 120,000 Times Over” at the organization’s annual convention, “Business as a Calling: New Frontiers, New Solutions,” in San Jose Nov. 5-8.

MEDA (www. meda. org) is a not-for-profit organization founded more than 50 years ago by Mennonite entrepreneurs. MEDA creates business solutions to poverty for people in the poorest regions of the world without regard to race, gender or religion.

While natural and man-made disasters in Pakistan have been grabbing the headlines, Loftin and MEDA have quietly but diligently focused on an initiative that will contribute in a more positive approach to building stability and progress in the region -- the empowerment of women. Due to MEDA’s work, women are finding new dignity and respect in their community by starting their own small businesses and helping to support their family.

Loftin said the organization’s goals are specific and the results have been dramatic and measurable. “Our work is ALL about business and women’s empowerment.” And from this work she said, there is a far-reaching domino effect. “The spin-offs...the ROI in terms of women's empowerment, generates more confidence and entrepreneurial zeal...and more money; which generates greater family stability; which generates community awareness and prosperity and strength; which generates a valuable way of life worth protecting and expanding; and which rejects destabilizing influences, and instead fosters PEACE.... this is the goal of our work.”

At the root of MEDA’s success is women, Loftin said. “It’s a hallmark of MEDA’s approach everywhere, to work with local organizations and institutions and from the very outset inculcate understanding, ownership and control of activities. We coach them, but they implement.” She added, “And though the intent of counterinsurgency sounds very Rambo and un-Mennonite – I would argue that this is what our work does…this is peace-building. How are we doing it? With women. We have seen the direct result of strengthening the economic opportunities for women. Now others are seeing it too.

“When women are the earners and control their earnings, their health and capacity grows exponentially, their children – including their daughters – are fed, go to school; the family assets grow, the positive momentum inspires and propels the women to do more. She gains respect in her own household, then the community, and it grows and grows and grows.”

From 2004 to 2007, Loftin spearheaded the USAID-funded “From Behind the Veil” project, which revolved around a women-to-women sales agent model. Building on that success, CIDA asked MEDA to replicate the model across Pakistan, expanding into different industries. According to Loftin, the goal is two-fold. “In addition to the goal of reaching 20,000 women producers and effectively integrating them into markets, we have the equally important goal of building the capacity and resources of local organizations to reach to this level of economic activity – and take a market-driven approach in efforts to link the producers to markets.”

Loftin manages the ongoing development and implementation of three women's economic development projects in all four provinces of Pakistan, touching more than 120,000 women entrepreneurs in some of the most challenging areas of the country where the women struggle just to survive. The three projects are:
 “Pathways & Pursestrings,” launched in April 2008 with $6.7million from CIDA and $1million from MEDA. They recruited five partner organizations to collaborate in four distinct industries, including dairy, embellished fabric, seedlings and jewelry.

Additionally, two projects funded by USAID:
 A partnership with FAO (Food & Agriculture Organization of the United Nations) in Balochistan, one of the most difficult parts of the country. MEDA’s work here is again an economic development project in embellished fabrics, linking 5,000 women to markets. Partnering with another local organization – WESS (Water, Environment and Sanitation Society) – MEDA will collaborate to build capacity to implement real market-driven solutions to producers’ constraints.

 Loftin is also the Chief of Party for the new USAID-funded $30 million “Entrepreneurs” project, which focuses on increasing incomes for women in the most marginalized areas of the country. The goals are similar to "Pathways & Pursestrings,” but much larger – in fact the single largest project MEDA has ever pursued, involving a budget of $30 million over five years, implementing 10 value chains, partnering with more local organizations and together, reaching 120,000 “microentrepreneurs.” The project is one piece of a larger economic development program designed to stimulate growth and catalyze real, tangible, and market-driven benefits across Pakistan.

Loftin’s work has included developing business plans, writing and launching programs for women’s enterprises in Pakistan, Afghanistan, India and Bangladesh. She addresses the myriad business challenges faced by marginalized women and facilitates their participation in commerce.

Referencing her work in the region over the past three years, Loftin will share a uniquely personal perspective about a region of the world that few will ever see and challenges otherwise unknown to us. Media are invited to attend her presentations on Friday, Nov. 6, 10:45 -12 p. m., and again from 2-3:15 p. m. Additionally, Loftin is available for pre-event interviews Tuesday through Thursday, Nov. 3-5.

About MEDA:

Mennonite entrepreneurs founded MEDA 50 years ago. The organization creates business solutions to overcoming poverty for people in the poorest regions of the world without regard to race, gender or religion.

MEDA works to increase personal dignity and self-sufficiency through:
 Providing innovative and sustainable access to savings and credit for the poor;  Improving access to markets for small producers and helping the poor to have better access to products that serve their basic needs;  Establishing private investment as an effective solution to global poverty.

MEDA partners with local and national governments, foundations, community-based organizations and businesses to provide infrastructure and long-term solutions to poverty. MEDA is a highly respected partner of such international agencies as USAID, CIDA and the MasterCard Foundation. For more information please visit www. meda. org

CONTACT: Karin Olsen / AMAZONpr / 310-497-0052

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The Biggest Threat to Your Freedom is Not Terrorists

The Biggest Threat to Your Freedom is Not Terrorists

Your freedom is limited every day with out you even knowing it. You are robbed of your freedom every day and you just put up with it. The biggest and immediate threat to your freedom is. . .

(PRWEB) February 28, 2005

Your freedom is limited every day with out you even knowing it. You are robbed of your freedom every day and you just put up with it. The biggest and immediate threat to your freedom is your body and all the ways it limits your freedom. Your body limits your freedom every day and most people just put up with it.

Do you want your freedom from the limitations and constraints shackled to you by your body? Do you want the freedom to do everything you love with out borders or limits?

A lack of energy is your body limiting you. Stress is your body limiting you. Brain fog is your body limiting you. Aches and Pains are your body limiting you. Migraines and headaches are your body limiting you. Being sad or mad are ways your body limits you. Your body limits you and your families freedom every day and you just put up with it. Well now it is time to Stop It!

You can have more energy without extra work, to think clearly without brain fog, be peaceful without stress, be more creative without struggle, enjoy more free time without worry, enjoy feeling great without aches and pains, be healthier with out symptoms and disease and be free to create an amazing new life for yourself and those you love...

Dr. Jamie, the worlds leading authority on helping give people their freedom, says “Your freedom is as simple as following your inner knowing.”

Your Beliefs drive Your Actions. And after you realize the truth about the faulty beliefs most people have just accepted, your freedom is as simple as following your inner knowing. Dr. JamieÂ’s book gives you freedom by shining the light on these beliefs and showing you how to follow your inner knowing.

Such faulty beliefs as:

• Viruses and Bacteria make you sick

• The medical symptoms and disease care system helps people be healthy

• Your genes do not dictate your freedom

• Having symptoms does not mean you are sick

• Not having symptoms does not mean you are health

• And many more. . .

Dr. Jamie will entertain your readers and give them extreme value in every interview. Call him today for an interview and give your readers a fresh new perspective on life.

The Freedom to do everything you love is what Dr. Jamie wants to help give you. He is also giving you dozens of valuable free gifts worth over $4,000 to “ethically bribe” you into helping him make his new book, “The Creator’s Manual for Your Body” a #1 best seller. This extraordinary life creating book is a complete and extremely simple guide to gaining your freedom from the limitations and constraints shackled to you by your body. For details go to: http://www. TheCreatorsManual. com/free (http://www. TheCreatorsManual. com/free)

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Senior Citizens Feel the Pain of Fed Rate Cuts

Senior Citizens Feel the Pain of Fed Rate Cuts

Investment income is in a state of serious free fall following the recent federal rate cut, and seniors are scrambling to rework their retirement funds and investment portfolios; dropping bonds and CD's and instead looking to strong foolproof leaders such as gold and other precious metals offered at Certified Gold Exchange.

New York, NY (PRWEB) February 20, 2008

Faced with an economy that is slowing and an equity market that is taking a clear beating, the recent unscheduled federal rate cut hurts America's aging population most of all. Following a global share slide on January 21 2008, the Federal Reserve cut the fed rate from 4.25% to 3.5%; a surprise move that has been labeled by many analysts as 'obvious panic' and bad news for senior citizens who depend on investments to earn and grow. Certified Gold Exchange, specialists in precious metal investments and trading, believe that gold is the only recession proof investment option.

The federal rate is the rate at which major banks charge one another for loans, and becomes a significant benchmark for the rest of the country, including senior citizens living off investment income. For the average senior citizen or baby boomer that is fast approaching retirement; the high percentage of Americans that makes up the savers and not the borrowers, the federal rate cut is bad news. In just one week, the average rate for a 1-year CD dropped.15% to 3.32% - a far cry from the 10% of the 1990's. With the cost of living on the rise including health care, prescription drugs and food, loss of earning on investments can mean financial disaster for seniors. Furthermore, analysts are predicting that money market mutual funds are also going to continue to fall over the next 30 to 60 days.

A recent statement issued by the U. S central bank, "while strains in short-term funding markets have eased somewhat, broader financial market conditions have continued to deteriorate and credit has tightened further for some businesses and households", should be of concern to all Americans, but especially frightening to senior citizens who rely on interest earnings as income.

Following the fed rate cut, economies across the nation have taken some serious blows, and investors, especially baby boomers and retired seniors, are left wondering what to do in order to minimize risk and maximize investment income. The one commodity that continues to excel in the face of financial adversity is gold and Certified Gold Exchange educates all Americans about the importance of portfolio diversification through precious metals. Gold prices soared after the fed rate cut, with spot gold rising as high as $932 an ounce in January and many are predicting another year of double-digit growth in 2008.

To learn more about investing in precious metals and to receive the complementary CGE publication "2008 Gold Insiders Investors Guide", visit Certified Gold Exchange (CGE) online at http://www. certifiedgoldexchange. com (http://www. certifiedgoldexchange. com) to request a free copy.

About Certified Gold Exchange:
Certified Gold Exchange, Inc. (CGE) is North America's premier precious metals trading platform that is home to PriceMatchPlus® Guarantee and staffed with a highly qualified, industry leading research team which continually conducts extensive analysis on behalf of clients. Offering licensed dealers, institutional and household investors' real-time quotes when buying or selling gold, silver and platinum products. For more information, call CGE at 1-800-300-0715.

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HP and PTA Bring Families Together for Movie Night Showing Nationwide : PTA Offers Family-Friendly Video Gift Cards at Retail Stores

HP and PTA Bring Families Together for Movie Night Showing Nationwide : PTA Offers Family-Friendly Video Gift Cards at Retail Stores

PTA and HP today announced one of the largest nationwide movie night events ever created for schools.

PALO ALTO, Calif. (PRWEB) November 13, 2008

With more than 3,700 schools participating, "PTA Movie Night Live" is the first nationally coordinated event where families in local communities across the country are coming together to enjoy a free showing of DreamWorks Animation's "Kung Fu Panda," only days after the film's DVD release.

From Nov. 13 to 26, all PTA schools nationwide have been invited to host "PTA Movie Night Live" events to bring families together for a night of age-appropriate entertainment and to promote awareness of PTA's retail gift cards and new online video store www. PTAVideoStore. com. The store, which is powered by HP, was created to serve as a tool to help parents and families navigate the digital entertainment landscape by creating a safe destination where families and kids can purchase DVDs and TV shows.

Thousands of G - and PG-rated movie titles and TV-G and TV-PG rated television shows are available on the PTA video store. Content rated PG-13 is also available, but requires a valid credit card number at checkout for age verification or proof of parental permission. A portion of the proceeds from the purchases on the PTA store support the organization's child-focused work.

"We're proud that PTA schools across the country are bringing together families through safe, family entertainment at 'PTA Movie Night Live' events," said Jan Harp Domene, national president, PTA. "These events also help raise awareness for the online PTA video store, which is not only a positive tool for parents to help them manage their children's exposure to digital entertainment, but also a place that helps raise funds for important PTA programs across the country."

At "PTA Movie Night Live" events nationwide, families and community members can buy a $20 PTA Video Gift Card that is fully redeemable at the online PTA video store for purchases of movies and TV shows. Unlike some gift cards, PTA Video Gift Cards have no hidden gift card fees and do not expire. Plus, 10 percent of the proceeds from the purchase of gift cards at "PTA Movie Night Live" will benefit local PTA schools.

The gift of family entertainment now available at local retailers

PTA and HP also announced the availability of the PTA Video Gift Cards for purchase in retail outlets across the country. As with the gift cards available at "PTA Movie Night Live," retail gift cards are redeemable for age-appropriate movies and TV shows at www. PTAVideoStore. com.

Beginning this month, more than 17,000 retail stores nationwide will carry the PTA Video Gift Cards, including Office Depot, Walgreens, Dollar General, Kinney Drug and Valero. Retail gift cards can be purchased in several denominations, starting at $20. For every gift card purchase made at local retailers, 15 to 20 percent of the proceeds benefit the child-focused work of the PTA.

PTA Video Gift Cards make an ideal gift for hard-to-buy-for friends and family, and can also make great stocking stuffers during the holidays – all while benefiting this important non-profit organization.

More information about "PTA Movie Night Live" and the PTA Video Store is available at www. pta. org or +1 877 PTA Video (+1 877 782 8433).

About PTA

PTA comprises more than 5 million parents and other concerned adults devoted to the educational success of children and the promotion of parent involvement in schools. PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that prides itself on being a powerful voice for children, a relevant resource for parents, and a strong advocate for public education. Membership in PTA is open to anyone who is concerned about the education, health and welfare of children and youth.

About HP

HP, the world's largest technology company, provides printing and personal computing products and IT services, software and solutions that simplify the technology experience for consumers and businesses. HP completed its acquisition of EDS on Aug. 26, 2008. More information about HP (NYSE:HPQ) is available at http://www. hp. com/ (http://www. hp. com/).

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Spas of America Goes Underground to Launch 600th Spa Listing

Spas of America Goes Underground to Launch 600th Spa Listing

Spas of America, the fastest-growing spa travel website, showcasing North and South America's best resort, hotel and destination spas, today announced their 600th spa listing and their first underground cave spa experience: Spa Terra within The Meritage Resort and Spa.

Napa, California (PRWEB) April 11, 2008

Spas of America, the fastest-growing spa travel website, showcasing North and South America's best resort, hotel and destination spas, today announced their 600th spa listing and their first underground cave spa experience: Spa Terra within The Meritage Resort and Spa.

Forty feet below the iconic grape crusher statue that graces its southern end, Spa Terra is the first spa in the world to be developed entirely underground. Nestled nel cuore della terra ("in the heart of the earth"), the spa features steam grottos, soaking pools, water walls and lavishly appointed private treatment rooms for individuals and couples. Its sumptuous decor reflects the resort's Mediterranean theme. The Meritage Resort is located only an hour from San Francisco, one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States.

"We are pleased to welcome Meritage's Spa Terra as a premium member spa," says Spas of America president and founder Craig Oliver. "Their presence on our website benefits our existing spa listings and provides our customers from around the world with another fabulous option when seeking exciting and rewarding health and wellness travel experiences."

Michael Palmer, General Manager of The Meritage Resort, says: "Our spa is a perfect complement to the natural beauty of Napa. We're excited about introducing our one-of-a-kind experience to Spas of America's targeted, spa travel audience."

Spa Terra's signature treatment is Solo Vino. It combines an exfoliating grape seed scrub, an invigorating jet shower rinse, a hydrating body wrap with a wine cave mud mask and a Terra massage. A wine and cheese selection rounds out the two-hour treatment. Visitors can learn more about Spa Terra (http://www. spasofamerica. com/spas/meritage_resort) on the Spas of America website.

Spas of America is a global online media company focused on healthy living and travel. The Spas of America website showcases over 600 of the best day, resort, hotel and destination spas in North and South America to spa travelers around the world. Since the site launched in 2005, over a quarter million customers have visited Spas of America (http://www. spasofamerica. com). Spas of America is a member of the International Spa Association and Leading Spas of Canada. It also operates the websites Spas of France (http://www. spasoffrance. com), Spas of Italy (http://www. spasofitaly. com), Spas of Dubai (http://www. spasofdubai. com), Spas of Thailand (http://www. spasofamerica. com/lifestyle/wellness/spas_of_thailand) and Spas of Life (http://spasoflife. blogspot. com), a daily spa travel blog.

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Free Books for Babies at Georgia's Public Libraries Through the Assisting Childhood Education Program

Free Books for Babies at Georgia's Public Libraries Through the Assisting Childhood Education Program

All Georgia’s newborns can now receive a free book at their local public library. Parents can bring in their babies to receive a copy of Rock-a-Bye Baby Reader. Spanish-speaking families may request a copy of the Spanish-language book, Despertar a la Lectura. The books present brightly illustrated classic nursery rhymes for parents to read with their babies, along with tips for parents on how to read with their children to encourage a lifetime of reading and learning. The books are provided through the “Books for Babies” component of the Georgia Assisting Childhood Education Program (ACE).

(PRWEB) January 7, 2004

All GeorgiaÂ’s newborns can now receive a free book at their local public library. Parents can bring in their babies to receive a copy of Rock-a-Bye Baby Reader. Spanish-speaking families may request a copy of the Spanish-language book, Despertar a la Lectura. The books present brightly illustrated classic nursery rhymes for parents to read with their babies, along with tips for parents on how to read with their children to encourage a lifetime of reading and learning.

The books are provided through the “Books for Babies” component of the Georgia Assisting Childhood Education Program (ACE). Georgia ACE combines state government funds for books and parenting aids with the resources and services of public libraries, schools, health departments, adult education programs, hospitals and the media to encourage all families to participate in daily family literacy activities in their homes. Books for Babies distributes kits to new mothers in Georgia hospitals that include the first free book, Read to Your Bunny, and information encouraging new mothers to visit their public library to receive the second free book, Rock-a-Bye Baby Reader. While visiting the public library, parents can learn about children’s programs offered at the library year-round and can sign family members up for library cards.

The Georgia ACE program is supported by the Georgia Public Library Service and public libraries statewide, the Georgia Department of Human Resources, Georgia Council on Adult Literacy, Georgia Mothers Association, Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, Family Connections, Certified Literate Community Programs and numerous volunteers of civic, business, professional and religious groups.

Governor Sonny Perdue provided his support for the program by writing a letter to accompany the Rock-a-Bye Baby Reader book encouraging parents of young children to make reading an important family activity.

The message from Governor reads:

“Welcome to the wonderful world of reading!

Mary and I have fond memories of our parents reading to us as small children. As we became parents, we could not wait to share those experiences with our children. When parents read to their children, everyone benefits. ItÂ’s fun for the adult and is great for the children. Reading provides an opportunity for you to spend quality time together. In todayÂ’s society, as many parents work to make ends meet, time has become a more precious commodity. However, reading is the single most important activity for preparing your child for success in school and beyond. This is especially important during the preschool years. As a young reader, your child will begin experiencing the excitement of putting words to pictures while disappearing into worlds of fantasy.

This book, Rock-A-Bye Reader, is simple but yet so powerful. It was written for parents and children to enjoy together. The book is full of many of the nursery rhymes we were familiar with when we where children such as Humpty Dumpty, Pat-A-Cake, and of course Rock-A-Bye Baby in the Tree Top.

I encourage you to read this book to help your child develop a love for reading and learning. I also hope you will visit your local public library often to check out many more books.

Sincerely,

Sonny Perdue”

Reading aloud to children has been called the single most important activity for building the knowledge required for success in reading. Reading aloud, with children participating actively, helps children learn new words, learn more about the world, learn about written language, and see the connection between words that are spoken and words that are written. (source: National Institute for Family Literacy, www. nifl. gov/nifl/publications. html (http://www. nifl. gov/nifl/publications. html))

Tips for parents reading with young children:

*Make reading part of your daily life. Read to your child for 20 minutes each day.

*Read books, newspapers, magazines, anything with words.

*Have books around the house in easy reach of your child.

*Ask your librarian to help find age-appropriate books.

*Have fun with reading. The more alive your voice, the more involved you and your child will be.

*Run your finger under words as you read.

*Sound out the letter sounds in words and show your child that the letters and words have meaning.

*Stop and talk about the pictures and what is happening in the story.

*Show your child that reading goes from left to right, and from top to bottom.

*After reading, talk about the story. Has your child been a part of a similar activity or event? *Help your child compare characters and events with those in other stories. Is this story like any other story you know?

*Use songs, chants and poems that are fun to sing and say.

*Read signs, billboards and labels out loud to children while in the car, shopping or running errands.

For more information about obtaining a copy of Rock-A-Bye Baby Reader or Despertar a la Lectura for your baby or to learn more about other family literacy resources and programs available through Georgia public libraries, contact the Georgia Public Library Service by calling 404-982-3560 or visit www. georgialibraries. org.

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The Georgia Public Library Service (GPLS) is the state library agency for Georgia and works to improve the quality of life for all Georgians by providing information and by encouraging reading, literacy and education through the continuing support and improvement of GeorgiaÂ’s public libraries. GPLS administers state and federal grant funds; is the home of the Georgia Library for Accessible Services; operates PINES, a shared library automation system; coordinates statewide awareness campaigns and activities such as the Vacation Reading Program; and provides extensive professional training, consulting services and technical assistance to GeorgiaÂ’s public libraries. GPLS is a Unit of the University System of Georgia. For more information about GPLS or GeorgiaÂ’s public libraries, call 404-982-3560 or visit www. georgialibraries. org.

IAtrogenix Referral Management System to Help Carondelet Health Network Expand Reach

IAtrogenix Referral Management System to Help Carondelet Health Network Expand Reach

IAtrogenix has completed an agreement with Carondelet Health Network, a member of Ascension Health, in Tucson to provide its Referral Management System (RMS), to community physicians as a key component in expanding CarondeletÂ’s market reach. Carondelet has been utilizing the system with Carondelet Medical group for the past 9 months and is now expanding its use to other community physicians

TUCSON, AZ (PRWEB) December 11, 2003

IAtrogenix, a company that provides secure communication solutions, has completed an agreement with Carondelet Health Network, a member of Ascension Health, in Tucson to provide its Referral Management System (RMS), to community physicians as a key component in expanding CarondeletÂ’s market reach. Carondelet has been utilizing the system with Carondelet Medical group for the past 9 months and is now expanding its use to other community physicians.

By utilizing iAtrogenixÂ’s RMS, referring physicians are able to submit scheduling requests electronically and submit all the patient information instantaneously rather than waiting on the phone or using FAX machines. The office is instantly notified as soon as the patient is scheduled or if the patient does not show for their appointment. This added convenience and close communication provides Carondelet with an edge and keeps the referring office in the loop and well informed.

Iatrogenix’s aim is to use their technology to make the work process more productive. Demand for MRI’s and other imaging services is high and Carondelet wants to utilize their capability to serve as many people as possible and get the feedback from these procedures more quickly. Rose Quiroga, Carondelet Imaging Center Marketing Analyst, said, “ We are always looking to help our medical staff and our referring physicians, as well as the patients. Any product that makes life easier for them is definitely something we are interested in.” Using the iAtrogenix RMS for scheduling has eliminated lost faxes, illegible fax forms and has increased security of archived documents.

Because RMS is so simple to implement, learn and use, the imaging center can reach HIPAA compliance without disrupting its current level of quality care.

The RMS also provides other modules to help build relationships with referring physicians in a HIPAA compliant environment:

-Secure e-mail

-Electronic Report Distribution

-Electronic HIPAA compliant pre-authorizations

-Encrypted Instant Messaging

-Physician Relationship Reports

For more information visit www. iatrogenix. com or www. carondelet. org/excellence/imaging. htm (http://www. carondelet. org/excellence/imaging. htm )
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Contact:

Henky Wibowo President

520.751.6832

Henky@iatrogenix. com

Or

Devin Colvin VP Marketing

520.751.6859

Devin@iatrogenix. com

New Book Shows Authors How to Promote their Work to Worldwide Audience with Podcasting

New Book Shows Authors How to Promote their Work to Worldwide Audience with Podcasting

"Podcasting Your Virtual Book Tour" takes independent authors and publishers step-by-step through the process of creating a "virtual book tour" podcast, and distributing it online to millions of iPod users.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) March 17, 2006

Book tours and public readings are an important part of any newly published book's promotion and marketing. But not all authors are able to travel, due to time, money, or health constraints. "Podcasting Your Virtual Book Tour", by author and podcaster Kay Stoner, teaches authors and independent publishers how to create a virtual book tour with podcasting -- online audio that can be downloaded and listened to on a computer, or on an iPod.

Apple's iPod popularity has been phenomenal, by any measurement. According to RTE Business, "Apple Computer chief executive Steve Jobs says the company sold a record 14 million iPod music players in the fourth quarter, a leap from 4.5 million in the same period of 2004... The number of iPods sold far exceeded the 1.25 million Macintosh computers sold in the same quarter." And now independent authors can tap into the multi-million, multi-national portable audio market, to promote their book to the world, just as they would promote it on a live reading tour. But instead of being limited by the schedules of bookstores and libraries, or the time, energy and money of the author or publisher, published authors can now reach a worldwide audience anytime that audience finds their virtual book tour podcast online. What's more, listeners don't need an iPod to listen -- anyone on a computer that's connected to the internet and can download and listen to audio, can enjoy podcasts. The MP3 format (which makes sound files very small and is the standard for iPods) makes audio accessible for everyone, not only those with iPods.

"I got the idea for podcasting a virtual book tour from watching C-SPAN's Booknotes program," says Kay. "I've got a new book coming out this spring, and I've been wanting to promote it, but I've got a full-time job and I just don't have the time and money to travel to bookstores across the country. Watching C-SPAN and seeing groups of people gathering to listen to authors talk about their books, I thought that if people like me are tuning in to television programs about book readings, they would also be interested in downloading audio of book readings. There are literally millions of iPod owners in the world today, and audiobooks are very popular. Virtual book tour podcasts really 'marry' the best of all worlds -- an author's personal reading of their work, and the amazing convenience of downloadable online audio. Everybody wins -- the authors who are seeking more exposure for their work, and the iPod owners of the world, who are looking for innovative new content that they can't find anywhere else."

With "Podcasting Your Virtual Book Tour", almost any author with a standard personal computer, a microphone, free audio editing software, and an internet connection can record a series of readings and then upload them to the internet as podcasts for all the world to hear. The virtual book tour experience can be just like a recorded "real-life" tour, with readings of selections from the author's work, audience participation, questions and answers, and other ambiance the author wishes to include.

This 98-page manual teaches authors how to plan their "tour" and script their readings, how to find the sound effects that add to the ambiance, how to put all the pieces together with free audio editing software, how to publish the audio as a podcast, and how to promote it for all the world to hear. With podcasting, an independent author can create their very own virtual book tour, on their own time, on their own terms, for very low cost with their own home computer.

Once an author creates their virtual book tour audio, they can podcast it with podcasting services and promote it in the many podcast directories, as well as iTunes. With over a billion audio files downloaded from iTunes, and podcasting integrated into iTunes, reaching the audio downloading world is simple to do.

About the Author

Kay Stoner is a writer, poet, podcaster, computer programmer and the Executive Producer of Women In Music with Laney Goodman (www. womenonair. com -- now in its 10th year of broadcasting internationally). She is the chief architect of Podtopia. net, a personal podcasting service, and consults with internet startups on user interface issues. She has been podcasting since 2005 and has been building small and large online businesses for more than 10 years. She has published several books of her own with Lulu (www. lulu. com), the world's fastest-growing provider of print-on-demand books. She is presently podcasting the virtual book tour of her forthcoming memoir, "Fuel -- Memoirs of a Crisis" (www. fuelbook. com) a first-hand account of the fuel protests and crisis in England during the year 2000.

Podcasting Your Virtual Book Tour

By Kay Stoner

First Edition

Thought2Form Productions, LLC

P. O. Box 15108

Boston, MA 02215

Phone: 617-816-1382

URL: http://www. lulu. com/content/188331 (http://www. lulu. com/content/188331)
Http://www. virtualbooktours. net/vbtindex. html (http://www. virtualbooktours. net/vbtindex. html)

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DLifeTV Brings dbaza Educational Product to a Nationwide Audience

DLifeTV Brings dbaza Educational Product to a Nationwide Audience

DLife – For Your Diabetes Life television talk show brings the dbaza diabetes education product to a nationwide audience. The show is scheduled to air on CNBC, March 19 at 7:00PM ET.

PITTSBURGH, PA (PRWEB) March 9, 2006 -–

dLife – For Your Diabetes Life television talk show brings the dbaza diabetes education product to a nationwide audience. The show is scheduled to air on CNBC, March 19 at 7:00PM ET.

“dbaza Diabetes Education for Kids is an entertaining and educational tool for both children and adults and we are excited about highlighting it on our dLife segment High-tech tools, Gadgets and Gizmos airing March 19th,” said Howard Steinberg, creator and founder of dLife TV, airing Sunday nights at 7:00 PM ET on CNBC.

DLife is the first of its kind — an engaging half-hour talk show dedicated to empowering the millions of Americans living with diabetes.

“We are proud that dLife spotlights our education product on the national TV” said Sergey Sirotinin, president of dbaza. “Diabetes Education for Kids proved to be effective in teaching children and their families how to better manage diabetes. Bringing our product to a broad audience furthers our commitment to improving the life of children living with diabetes.”

Dbaza Diabetes Education for Kids was developed with support from the National Institutes of Health and received a “Favorably Reviewed” status from the American Association of Diabetes Educators. This interactive tool was among the Top 20 innovative health promotion and interactive health communication applications presented at the 2nd Annual National Steps to a HealthierUS Summit.

About dbaza

Dbaza is a leader in technology-based educational products for those with chronic medical conditions. dbaza products improve the quality of life of individuals challenged with chronic illnesses by empowering them with knowledge and self-management skills. Funded in part by the National Institutes of Health, dbaza products are created by experts in medicine, education, psychology, the arts and human-computer interaction.

About dLife

DLifeTV is the first of its kind—a television series dedicated to empowering the millions of Americans living with diabetes. In an entertaining half-hour talk show, dLifeTV brings good conversation, timely medical information, inspirational stories, and recipes for healthy food right to your television screen. dLifeTV airs Sunday evening on CNBC, 7:00PM ET and also on DIRECTV and on DISH TV, go to www. dlife. com for details.

For additional information visit dbaza website (www. dbaza. com), or call (412) 681-1180.

CONTACT:

Sergey V. Sirotinin, M. Sc.

(412) 681-1180

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I-Humidifiers. com Explains the Function of Ultrasonic Humidifiers

I-Humidifiers. com Explains the Function of Ultrasonic Humidifiers

According to I-Humidifiers. com, we require a certain amount of moisture in the air. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), that amount is 30 to 50 percent. If the humidity level in our home is less than that, we suffer the effects of dry air.

(PRWEB) November 6, 2005

According to I-Humidifiers. com, we require a certain amount of moisture in the air. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), that amount is 30 to 50 percent. If the humidity level in our home is less than that, we suffer the effects of dry air. Nosebleeds, cough, dry skin, itchy eyes… those are all potential effects of low humidity. Even our home itself isn’t immune to problems cause by dry air. Low humidity can cause cracked paint, dry furniture, peeling wallpaper, and brittle wood.

Humidifiers help alleviate these problems by putting moisture in the air. There are several types of humidifiers, but they all do one basic thing: circulate water through the air. The Ultrasonic humidifier works by using high-frequency sound vibrations into a very fine mist and sending it into the air without heating the air. With an ultrasonic humidifier, there is no danger of steam burns because the water is cool.

The Environmental Protection Agency and the Consumer Product Safety Commission have recently expressed concerns that ultrasonic humidifiers can disperse microorganisms and minerals into the air. However, they have not concluded that this poses a significant health risk.

I-Humidifiers. com reminds us that in using an ultrasonic humidifier, steps should be taken to avoid any potential problems with microorganism and mineral dispersement. For example, water should be changed daily to avoid any growth of microorganisms. The water tank should be cleaned and disinfected regularly according to the manufacturer’s instructions. To avoid the risk of mineral deposits being sent into the air, use water with a lower mineral content. Distilled water is excellent for this purpose.

About i-humidifiers. com

Humidifiers provides detailed information on house, furnace, cigar, and ultrasonic humidifiers, as well as humidifier filters and product reviews. For more information go to http://www. i-humidifiers. com (http://www. i-humidifiers. com) and/or visit its sister site at http://www. i-dehumidifiers. com (http://www. i-dehumidifiers. com) for related information.

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Kiwaii Waters Announces the Appointment of Dr. Scott Stoll, MD, a Former Olympian, to the Board of International Advisors

Kiwaii Waters Announces the Appointment of Dr. Scott Stoll, MD, a Former Olympian, to the Board of International Advisors

Kiwaii Waters (US) Inc. has appointed international known Scott Stoll, MD - a physician, former Olympian and renowned advocate and speaker on health, wellness and age management topics to it's International Board of Advisors.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) March 5, 2006

Nationally known Physician, Olympic Athlete and sought after speaker, Dr. Scott Stoll has recently been appointed to the Board of Advisors of Kiwaii Waters (US), Inc. (US), Inc.

“We’re excited to have Dr. Stoll advising our management team on issue of health, wellness and age management”, says Chairman and CEO, Derek J. Fullerton, “Scott’s experience, coupled with his knowledge of optimal personal performance, age management and health and wellness, will be a great asset to Kiwaii Waters (US), Inc.. His unique talents and leadership in these areas, combined with the experience and dedication of our staff, will round out one of the finest management and Advisory Board teams in the imported bottled water industry.”

Dr. Stoll joined Coordinated Health Systems in Bethlehem, PA in August of 2002 where he facilitates the practice as the Medical Director of the Back and Neck Center and is the Department Chair of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine. Dr. Stoll is board certified by the American Board of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine and conducts numerous presentations annually at various symposiums.

At present, Dr. Stoll is one of the few nationally recognized physicians conducting investigational research using the Palomar Laser and is currently focusing his efforts in the area of regeneration and restoration of injured tissue through non-surgical treatment. As a former Olympian, Dr. Stoll is well suited for his additional role as the athletic team physician for Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and a consultant for the United States Bobsled and Skeleton Federation.

Dr. Stoll and his wife, Kristen, reside in Saucon Valley, Pennsylvania with their three sons, where they are actively involved in church, civic and community activities.

About Kiwaii Waters (US), Inc.

Headquartered in San Diego, CA with offices in New Zealand, Kiwaii Waters (US), Inc. is an independent bottler and distributor of pure imported New Zealand spring water under the Kiwaii ® trademark. Kiwaii Pure Spring Water is unique in that it is captured in it’s purest state and revitalized using a proprietary process that energizes the water to ensure that it is the finest quality hydration system available anywhere. “We expect our new revitalized Kiwaii Pure Spring Water to be introduced to health food stores, health management centers, distributors and retail stores in June 2006. This is an exciting time for our staff as we prepare to introduce the public to energized Kiwaii Pure Spring Water,” states A. James Cleffi, Interim Director and Vice President of Strategic Planning and Business Development. For more information, please visit www. kiwaii. com or call Derek J. Fullerton at (619) 271-3448.

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LNG Video - ‘David’ Takes on Energy Industry Goliath

LNG Video - ‘David’ Takes on Energy Industry Goliath

Preview LNG video at LngDanger. com and TimRileyLaw. com. “The Risks and Danger of LNG,” an official selection of the Malibu Film Festival, was reviewed by Upstream, one of the most respected newspapers in the oil and gas industry which also published a companion story about the filmmakers entitled, “'David' takes on the energy industry Goliath.”

(PRWEB) August 10, 2005

Upstream, one of the most respected newspapers in the oil and gas industry has published a review of “The Risks and Danger of LNG,” an official selection of the Malibu Film Festival; and has also published a companion story about the filmmakers entitled, “'David' takes on the energy industry Goliath.”

Film producers Tim Riley and Hayden Riley, with permission; republish the entire companion story immediately below. For the film’s review, click “LNG Disaster Movie Makes Case” at the bottom of this page. To preview and order a DVD copy of the film, go to http://www. lngDanger. com or http://www. TimRileyLaw. com/LNG. htm.

The story about the filmmakers was published May 5, 2005, by Upstream:

'David' takes on the energy industry Goliath, by Dann Rogers

Consumer advocates Tim and Hayden Riley of Oxnard Shores in southern California say they initially came to challenge proposals for new LNG import facilities throughout North America because they did not want their slice of paradise compromised.

That effort eventually grew to include the US West Coast, then North America and then the entire western hemisphere.

“When we were searching for a place to live near the beach in California, one of the criteria for us was longevity of life and that meant air quality,” says Tim.

“We began with an evaluation of comparative air quality in southern California communities.” Research from the state measured the average number of poor health days in the various communities.

“A town like Malibu may have about 35 poor health days during a year while East Los Angeles can be threatened by up to 300 poor health days. According to that research, Oxnard has zero unhealthy days.”

Within five years of buying and renovating a home in Oxnard after relocating from New York City, they received a brochure in the mail from Crystal Energy declaring it wanted to refit the abandoned Grace Platform 10 miles (16 kilometres) offshore as an LNG import facility.

“We had a great location in part because of the breeze coming off the ocean from the general area of the Grace Platform, which is upwind of our paradise,” says Tim.

“The flyer made us suspicious because it was extensive, very professionally produced and featured dolphins and seals living in harmony with the LNG plant that they claimed would import 25% of California's annual natural gas needs.”

Drawing on his background as a civil litigator, Riley investigated the company and eventually the energy industry's renewed efforts to build more LNG import plants in North America to respond to continental supply concerns.

“My first fear was not LNG but the fumes coming from tug boats that would support the tankers, because we moved here for the clean air. However, in the course of our investigation and research we discovered that no one outside the energy industry knew what LNG was or more importantly about the disaster in Cleveland in 1944 that incinerated one square mile.

“A big part of my efforts when speaking at LNG application hearings, community meetings or with the media is to bring up the Cleveland disaster or the one in Algeria last year to illustrate what can happen when LNG is released from its thermos.

“The industry tries to distract attention from those disasters by saying there has not been an incident on US soil for the past 40 years or that technology has improved to the point where those sort of things can never happen again. My point is not why or how the LNG got out of the thermos but what happens when it does.

“I think we all know that modern technology breaks down and in the case of LNG calamity is possible, not to mention the potential for its use as a weapon by terrorists threatening the US.”

Tim says he and his wife eventually came to appreciate that the LNG issue goes way beyond pollution and that they were compelled to publicise its potential impact and raise the alarm.

“There was minimal non-corporate information about LNG available so I decided I had to dig it up and counter the claims of the energy industry who present it as a saviour of the North American energy crisis.”

To that end, he has suspended his lucrative and celebrated legal career for the past two years and spent the majority of almost every day leading the campaign against bringing LNG to the US.

“We see it as a David versus Goliath battle but that is the nature of being a lawyer who represents people in their battles with large insurance companies who try to cheat their customers from collecting claims after they have paid premiums for years and years.”He says he came to sympathise with the underdog at a young age because his father was injured in a car accident that left one side of his body paralysed.

“My dad was mocked and taken advantage of, so I do not like bullies because I have seen the mistreatment they can inflict.

“That experience drew me to tort law and to help vulnerable people regain part of their lives. Some 95% of our practice is representing the underdog and now we are focusing on warning people about the perils of an LNG disaster before it happens. We want to equip ordinary people with the information to challenge LNG proponents at the numerous public hearings around the country. LNG facilities are hazardous and should not be sited anywhere near residents.”

(End of Upstream story)

To preview a trailer and purchase a DVD copy of the LNG video, visit http://www. LngDanger. com.

About Upstreamonline. com

According to its Website, Upstreamonline. com was launched in November 1996, Upstream is one of the most respected newspapers in the oil and gas industry. The new 24-hour online service is generated by the very same expert reporters who consistently deliver top-quality stories. The service will provide round-the-clock news, five days a week, published 'real-time' from our offices in Asia, Europe and America.

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Just Released: Lou Adler's Updated Rules for Winning the Talent Wars

Just Released: Lou Adler's Updated Rules for Winning the Talent Wars

Announcing the third edition release of Lou Adler's HIRE WITH YOUR HEAD: Using Performance-Based Hiring to Build Great Teams.

Irvine, CA (PRWEB) June 20, 2007

The Adler Group announces the release of Lou Adler's Updated Rules for Winning the Talent Wars.

HIRE WITH YOUR HEAD - Using Performance-based Hiring to Build Great Teams

Lou Adler is known in HR departments and by recruiters nationwide as the thought leader who successfully transformed hiring into a systematic and scalable process that leaves little to chance. Financial companies, hospital and health care systems, name brand online companies and product manufacturers are among the numerous organizations that rely upon Adler's Performance-based Hiring(sm) to win the talent wars. This summer, Adler has released the third edition of HIRE WITH YOUR HEAD, (http://www. adlerconcepts. com/store/bookpr. php) Wiley Sons, July 2007 ($29.95), featuring the time-tested approach and integrating it into today's online world.

Every hiring manager and every outside recruiter knows Lou Adler and The Adler Group as the source for improving their hiring success. Through onsite seminars, workshops, keynote speeches and webinars, The Adler Group trains thousands of people every year to help improve sourcing, interviewing, hiring (http://www. adlerconcepts. com) and retaining talent to help companies prosper. In HIRE WITH YOUR HEAD, Lou explains why the traditional methods of hiring and interviewing simply do not work. When the fundamentally flawed hiring process is compared to the Performance-based Hiring (http://www. adlerconcepts. com/performancebasedhiring/) approach, it becomes crystal clear which is the better way to go.

"To succeed today, any kind of organization must take pro-active control of the talent supply chain. This is as necessary in the hiring area as any other critical sector of a company," says Lou Adler. "HIRE WITH YOUR HEAD shows how."

This up-to-date and fully revised edition of HIRE WITH YOUR HEAD features an in-depth look at the biggest change in the hiring arena since the introduction of the personal computer. Social networking sites, such as LinkedIn, MySpace, ZoomInfo and others have eliminated any secrecy in hiring and recruiting. Available positions that were once shared only with potential candidates are now two or three mouse clicks away from discovery by anyone -- competitors as well as applicants. With changes in the hiring world happening at the rate of Internet innovations, keeping up with the rapid pace is a challenge. Knowing how to manage the information and the candidates who hold the same information cards as the hiring manager is critical.

The same Wild West atmosphere that has put information on job openings on the fast track has also led to dramatic changes in the attitude of potential hires. There are fewer obstacles to keep employees in positions they find unfulfilling or unrewarding. The stigma of leaving companies has just about vanished, and changing jobs for short-term and superficial reasons and accepting counteroffers are now acceptable. Qualified candidates can easily find new jobs and new opportunities. Companies must address these changes and adapt their sourcing and hiring methods (http://www. adlerconcepts. com/services/consulting_sourcing. html) to maintain any competitive edge.

HIRE WITH YOUR HEAD shows the reader how to find the best candidates, both active job seekers and passive browsers. Adler explores the use of multi-level sourcing, where pursuing a series of different channels ensures a constant flow of top candidates on an on-going basis.

Identifying top candidates (http://www. adlerconcepts. com/workshops/rbc_main. php) but failing to conduct good interviews condemns the hiring process to failure. Adler explains how two simple questions can be used to identify real performance potential, bringing the candidate into an authentic give-and-take discussion about the actual challenges and situations that the position entails, and determining how the person will perform, based on how they have handled similar situations in the past. Hint: the success is in the details.

The methods described in HIRE WITH YOUR HEAD lead to a clear understanding of the candidate’s problem-solving abilities, insights, intelligence, potential, vision and leadership skills.

"Hiring managers make mistakes when they allow presentation and emotion to overshadow performance, and this happens on a daily basis in offices around the globe," says Adler. "The system that I have created and refined eliminates these mistakes by taking the candidate and the interviewers step by step through this simple, yet highly analytical process."

For hiring managers, recruiters and anyone running a business or a department who wants to do a better job of finding, interviewing and hiring the best candidates, HIRE WITH YOUR HEAD is the only source they need.

Lou Adler is the president of The Adler Group (http://www. adlerconcepts. com), the training, recruiting and consulting firm that helps companies hire more top talent by implementing Performance-based Hiring. Lou is also the creator of the new Nightingale Conant audio tape program HIRE WITH YOUR HEAD and the award-winning POWER Hiring: How to Find, Assess, Hire and Keep Great Talent. Adler is a noted recruiting industry expert, national speaker, and columnist for a number of major recruiting Internet sites including HR. com, ERExchange. com and Workforce magazine. He is a veteran recruiter and founder of CJA Executive Search. Adler’s early industry career included general management positions with The Allen Group, as well as senior-level financial management positions with Rockwell International's Automotive and Consumer Electronics groups. Adler holds an MBA from UCLA and a B. S. in Engineering from Clarkson
University, New York.

ABOUT THE BOOK:

HIRE WITH YOUR HEAD: Using Performance-Based Hiring to Build Great Teams
By Lou Adler
Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470128356
July 2007
$29.95 
Hardcover

If you do not have a copy of HIRE WITH YOUR HEAD or would like additional information on Lou Adler, call Christina Ajam at 408-978-2899 or christina(at)adlerconcepts. com, or call Shari Goldstein at 631-595-7150 or shari(at)goldsteinPR. com and please provide your name, mailing address, name of publication and all other contact information.

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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Diet Riot -- Eating for Health and Mental Wellness of Families

Diet Riot -- Eating for Health and Mental Wellness of Families

Child Development Specialist, Robyn J. A. Silverman, PhD and Christine Wood, MD, pediatrician and author of How to Get Kids to Eat Great and Love it! are presenting information via teleseminar on the environmental and behavioral challenges around eating and weight as well as strategies for lifestyle improvements within families.

San Diego, CA; Boston, MA (PRWEB) March 10, 2006

With hundreds of ways to diet today, it’s no wonder that healthy eating, obesity, overall body image and self-esteem have become major issues for many families.

Child Development Specialist, Robyn J. A. Silverman, PhD and Christine Wood, MD, pediatrician and author of How to Get Kids to Eat Great and Love it! are presenting information via teleseminar on the environmental and behavioral challenges around eating and weight as well as strategies for lifestyle improvements within families.

“Diet Riot -- Eating for Health and Mental Wellness of Families” teleseminar will be held Wednesday, March 23rd at 9 p. m. EST (6 p. m. PST) and is designed to educate families about eating for optimal nutrition as well as discuss what families can do ensure optimal nutrition and positive body esteem. There will be ample opportunity for teleseminar attendees to ask questions.

The “Diet Riot -- Eating for Health and Mental Wellness of Families” teleseminar costs $30 at the time of registration. Early registrants will receive a $10 discount.

Register for the teleseminar online at www. kidseatgreat. com

About Teleseminars

A teleseminar is a virtual classroom. It is a conference call with many people from all different areas of the country or world. After you sign up and pay for the class, you will be given a phone number to dial (number is a U. S. number and you will need to pay any long distance phone fees). At the appointed time, you and the other class members will be calling this number and will be asked to introduce yourself as you arrive onto the call. Dr. Wood and Dr. Silverman will present information on the specific topic and also incorporate answers to questions received ahead of time.

Dr. Christine Wood

Christine (Ito) Wood, M. D. is a practicing pediatrician (El Camino Pediatrics, San Diego) with interests in healthy nutrition for children and the environmental and nutritional impact on health and disease. She is the author of the book, How to Get Kids to Eat Great & Love It! which is filled with practical, easy-to-understand information for parents backed up with science-based research to emphasize the nutritional links to disease. Dr. Wood maintains Kids Eat Great (www. kidseatgreat. com) website, as well as Call Your Pediatrician website (www. callyourped. com -- designed to give information on common illnesses, like colds, ear infections, diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and more). Dr. Wood attended the University of Detroit for her undergraduate degree and received her medical degree from the University of Michigan. She completed her pediatric residency at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles.

Dr. Robyn J. A. Silverman

As a Child Development Specialist, body image coach and character education expert, Dr. Robyn Silverman, PhD, provides ongoing professional advice, insight and the tools necessary to create a powerful family, conveniently online at www. PowerfulFamily. com.

In addition to the POWerful Family website, Dr. Silverman maintains POWerful Words (www. PowerfulWordsOnline. com) an online resource for martial arts centers seeking to incorporate a character education curriculum. Both were founded by Dr. Silverman and her husband and business partner Jason Silverman, in their deep commitment to empowering families to reach their fullest potential by creating rich resources, providing concrete strategies, and magnifying the strengths of each family member.

Dr. Robyn J. A. Silverman is a PhD in Child Development from the Eliot-Pearson School at Tufts University in Massachusetts. She holds a degree in Psychology as well as a degree in English Literature from Washington University in St. Louis and spent a year studying at Oxford University. She is a member of the Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD).

For more information visit www. PowerfulWordsOnline. com and www. PowerfulFamily. com.

Contact: Steven V. Dubin, PR Works, (781) 582-1061

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Colorado Oral & Maxillofacial/Craniofacial/Cosmetic Surgeon Speaks at Sky Ridge Medical Center in Lone Tree, Colorado

Colorado Oral & Maxillofacial/Craniofacial/Cosmetic Surgeon Speaks at Sky Ridge Medical Center in Lone Tree, Colorado

Dr. Randolph C. Robinson will be speaking at the Grand Rounds at the Sky Ridge Medical Center in August, 2006. He will be presenting “Orthognathic Surgery and Correction of Facial Deformities and Clefting” and discuss his research and findings in the area of orthognathic surgery.

Denver, CO (PRWEB) August 14, 2006 –

Dr. Randolph C. Robinson will be speaking at the Grand Rounds at the Sky Ridge Medical Center in August, 2006. He will be presenting “Orthognathic Surgery and Correction of Facial Deformities and Clefting” and discuss his research and findings in the area of orthognathic surgery.

Dr. Robinson is an expert in reconstructive surgery of the face caused by skeletal growth problems, as well as craniofacial syndromes and cleft palate. Many children with facial deformities require orthodontic treatment in order to align the teeth in the bones. Follow up skeletal surgery allows the doctor to place those bones into the correct position, which ultimately will improve dentition and facial proportions.

Facial appearance is very important in communication and interaction in society. Children with facial deformities are often handicapped in their ability to speak, eat, and be accepted socially. Even though the correction of these facial deformities can be life altering and affect a patient’s future medical and health patterns, major medical insurance is trending towards excluding coverage even in the most severe deformities.

Dr. Robinson will explain these trends, as well as the fundamentals on how facial skeletal surgery is performed. His presentation will also include the recovery process and possible complications. For information regarding Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Robinson, and Dr. Robinson’s work on orthognathic surgery, please go to www. parkmeadowscosmeticsurgery. com

About Dr. Randolph C. Robinson

Dr. Randy Robinson is double board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery and is an Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider. He is the founder of Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery in Lone Tree, Colorado, and is on the active staff at the Sky Ridge Medical Center. He writes, speaks, and teaches in a variety of areas. To learn more about Dr. Randolph C. Robinson, visit http://www. parkmeadowscosmeticsurgery. com/drrobinson. cfm (http://www. parkmeadowscosmeticsurgery. com/drrobinson. cfm)

About Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery

Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery is located in Lone Tree, Colorado, and is headed by Randolph C. Robinson, MD, DDS. Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery provides outpatient surgery for a variety of plastic surgery procedures, including orthognathic surgery, facial procedures including rhinoplasty or nose surgery, and breast enhancement and reconstruction procedures.

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PNC Receives EHNAC Accreditation

PNC Receives EHNAC Accreditation

First bank to meet industry standards for both clearinghouse and lockbox operations.

Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) April 1, 2008

PNC announced today its full accreditation by The Electronic Healthcare Network Accreditation Commission (EHNAC), a not-for-profit accrediting agency, for its health care clearinghouse, lockbox and e-commerce operations. EHNAC provides independent peer evaluation of an organization's ability to perform at the industry's only established standards for electronic health care services. PNC is the first bank accredited by EHNAC for both clearinghouse and lockbox operations.

To receive accreditation, PNC completed an intensive review process to demonstrate adherence to EHNAC's strict guidelines for generating, transmitting, receiving and managing administrative health care transactions and to the security and privacy requirements of the Healthcare Insurance Portability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

"In a highly regulated industry where security and privacy are imperatives, PNC has always approached health care transactions with the same strict standards of confidentiality now applied to health care claims and payments," said Paula Fryland, executive vice president and manager of PNC's national health care group. "Health care organizations value this independent accreditation as recognition of PNC's commitment to upholding the HIPAA standards throughout the processing of health care transactions."

During the site review, an independent consultant visited various PNC lockbox locations across the county, the healthcare clearinghouse in Tulsa and PNC's data backup site. PNC was noted for its 'extremely robust systems, policies and procedures' and a data center and disaster recovery documentation that was "the best ever seen" by the independent site consultant.

"As the first financial services company to achieve accreditation for both its clearinghouse and lockbox operations, PNC demonstrated its commitment to advancing industry standards in HIPAA security and transaction management," said Lee Barrett, executive director of EHNAC.

EHNAC (www. EHNAC. org) is an independent, not-for-profit accrediting agency that provides independent peer evaluation of an organization's ability to perform at industry-established levels. EHNAC's function is to promote administrative simplification and cost savings in the healthcare industry and to provide the healthcare transaction industry with an independent capability to develop industry standards, known as EHNAC Criteria. The mission of EHNAC is to promote standards, quality service, innovation, cooperation and open competition within the healthcare EDI industry.

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., (www. pnc. com) is one of the nation's largest diversified financial services organizations providing consumer and business banking; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management; asset management and global fund services.

For more information, contact Amy Vargo, PNC Corporate Communications, at 412-762-1535 or amy. vargo @ pnc. com

For more information about PNC, visit the Media Room on About PNC (https://www. pnc. com/webapp/unsec/NCProductsAndService. do? siteArea=/PNC/Home/About+PNC) at pnc. com. Keep up to date with RSS enabled press releases, media kits and contacts, fact sheets, bios and more.

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New Book Release: 'A Woman Without a Man Is Like a Fish Without a Bicycle'

New Book Release: 'A Woman Without a Man Is Like a Fish Without a Bicycle'

Author Exposes Her Tangled Relationships in Humorous Short Stories

Kansas City, Mo. (Vocus) June 17, 2009

Women, unite! Here is a collection of short stories for anyone who has tumbled into the wrong relationship. In her new book, "A Woman Without a Man Is Like a Fish Without a Bicycle" (published by AuthorHouse (http://www. authorhouse. com/)), Margie Melvin draws from her self-described checkered past to offer a series of humorous snapshots of dating gone wrong.

Melvin begins her book with a heart-to-heart letter to readers. "Come on, admit it," she writes. "Men really are a hilarious breed. I know they've provided me with hours of entertainment."

She then launches into a series of chapters named for each of the types of men that have touched her life--for better or worse. There is "The Cheater," "The Homosexual Man," "The Christian Man," "The Shared Man," "The Caveman," and "The Bachelor," among others.

Each story is a biting confession of offenses Melvin endured. Some, readers have surely experienced. Others seem too crazy to be true. With a healthy dose of humility, Melvin admits her wrongdoing in falling for these men in the first place. She details the chaos her naivety has led her into time after time. She also reveals plenty of stand up moments that will have readers cheering and proud to be women.

"I grew up in a Catholic, military household, which set the foundation for a variety of failed relationships on the way to happily ever after," Melvin writes. "In spite of--or perhaps because of--the way I was raised, I developed a fine-tuned sarcastic sense of humor that's gotten me through some really tough times. I've ended up on this side with my humor and most of my dignity in place. I've developed an appreciation of men, of sorts. Each of my subjects has a special place in my heart."

As proof of Melvin's arrival at a place of peace and appreciation for men, her book ends with a chapter titled "The Perfect Man."

About the Author: At 54 years old, Margie Long has been married four times and divorced three. She is married with two stepdaughters and one grandchild. "A Woman Needs a Man Like a Fish Needs a Bicycle" is her first book.

AuthorHouse is the premier book publisher (http://www. authorhouse. com/) for emerging, self-published (http://www. authorhouse. com/GetPublished/FAQ. aspx) authors. For more information, please visit www. authorhouse. com.

EDITORS: For review copies or interview requests, contact:
Nick McMurray
Tel: 317-926-1727
Fax: 317-926-1728
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Health Is Wealth: Nobel Winner Launches New Educational Website

Health Is Wealth: Nobel Winner Launches New Educational Website

Nobel Laureate Dr. Louis Ignarro has launched a new website with physician Dr. Andrew Myers. The free site features a variety of health and wellness information straight from the doctors.

Redondo Beach, CA (PRWEB) December 14, 2010

Dr. Louis Ignarro, Nobel Laureate in Medicine, has launched a free new website featuring articles, videos, blog posts, and more to educate consumers about the value of health and wellness. Health Is Wealth has been launched by Dr. Ignarro together with his Naturapathic Physician partner, Dr. Andrew Myers.

"Health really becomes wealth because it costs a great deal of money today to treat disease", said Dr. Ignarro. "If you can prevent the development of disease and keep yourself healthy, you are going to save a fortune."

In 2009, the doctors released the best-selling book Health Is Wealth: 10 Power Nutrients That Increase Your Odds of Living to 100. Since its release, the book has been translated into half a dozen languages and has had tremendous success in countries around the world.

The all new Health Is Wealth website is based on the same philosophy found in the book. Nutritional deficiency leads to disease and dysfunction. Receiving proper nutrition is the key to preventing and reversing disease and dysfunction. Users of the free site can watch videos of the doctors explain nutrition, read the daily Doctors' Orders blog post, and follow along on Facebook and Twitter.

When asked about the new site, Dr. Andrew Myers commented, "Our website is a fantastic new resource. Its a free way for individuals around the world to keep up with the very latest science relating to health and wellness. We want to make available to the public any information that can lead to a longer, healthier life."

Visit HealthIsWealth. net today to learn more about the impact of nutrition on disease and how this works as a personal financial investment by limiting the future cost of treating diseases.

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FairCareMD Launches to the Public: Enabling Millions to Get the Health Care They Need For Affordable Prices

FairCareMD Launches to the Public: Enabling Millions to Get the Health Care They Need For Affordable Prices

FairCareMD™ is a new online marketplace where doctors and patients can meet and agree on services and prices that are fair to both. Physicians, Dentists, and Allied Health Professionals can post their services with fair pricing for people paying directly for their care.

New York, NY (PRWEB) June 7, 2010

FairCareMD™ brings fair pricing for healthcare services to the public. By connecting doctors and patients and removing the middle man, FairCareMD™ allows patients, small businesses, and self-insured companies paying directly for care to shop, compare, and contract for medical, dental, and allied health services directly with providers.
 FairCareMD™ is an automated online service that facilitates price negotiation and contracting for the healthcare industry.  FairCareMD™ is free for Patients. Patients can find or request the care they need at a price that is fair.  Fairly priced at only $30 a month. Healthcare providers can list their services, select from the requests that are made, and acquire new patients willing to pay a fair price for their services on FairCareMD™.  FairCareMD™ is designed to respect the privacy of all Patients and the Professionals that care for them.  New networks of healthcare providers are using FairCareMD. com to develop new care networks willing to take great care of patients for fair fees and collaborating in new and creative ways.

By aiding the connection of patients to providers willing to give great care for fair fees, FairCareMD™ increases transparency, accountability, and access to care for all. FairCareMD™ also reduces administrative paperwork, decreasing the cost of delivering care dramatically as well.

FairCare LLC was founded by Alex Fair after he struggled to find a great, reasonably-priced dentist for his kids when he was out of work. As a former healthcare CIO and negotiator for physicians, Mr. Fair also had a deep appreciation for the unfairness in healthcare contracting from a provider's perspective. He assembled an al0l-star engineering and design team as well as a few social entrepreneurs to create a start-up that is fast, flexible, and motivated by the desire to change healthcare for the better.

In addition to making the site free to all consumers, Mr. Fair and his co-founder, Dr. Kathleen Acer have pledged 10% of all profits to clinical research. FairCareMD is also provided as a free service to all Clinical Researchers in order to support their efforts to fight the causes of illness and improve care for all. Both Dr. Acer and Mr. Fair are both published clinical researchers themselves and this is their way to support the dedicated scientists who continue to advance the frontiers of knowledge daily.

For more information please visit: http://www. FairCareMD. com (http://www. FairCareMD. com), read their blog at http://blog. faircaremd. com (http://blog. faircaremd. com), contact FairCareMD directly at press(at)faircaremd(dot)com, or follow them at http://www. twitter. com/FairCareMD (http://www. twitter. com/FairCareMD).

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