extrarealty: January 2005

Monday, January 31, 2005

Celebrity Nutritionist Oz Garcia and Celebrity/Supermodel Trainer Oscar Smith Join Clarins and W Magazine to Present &#194;“Spa Night&#194;”

Celebrity Nutritionist Oz Garcia and Celebrity/Supermodel Trainer Oscar Smith Join Clarins and W Magazine to Present Â“Spa NightÂ”

Celebrity nutritionist Oz Garcia and Celebrity/Supermodel Trainer Oscar Smith join Clarins and W Magazine to present Â“Spa NightÂ”, an evening of Health, Beauty and Fitness at ClarinsÂ’ Treatment Boutique in New York City. An exclusive audience will receive insider tips from the experts on achieving and maintaining their best personal health and fitness goals, while delighting in ClarinsÂ’ posh new spa and wide range of beauty products and treatments.

(PRWEB) March 11, 2005

On March 15, 2005, Clarins and W Magazine will feature Dr. Oz Garcia, internationally renowned longevity coach and nutritionist to the stars and Oscar Smith, personal trainer to supermodels and celebrities. This Â“Spa NightÂ” event will take place at Clarins Treatment Boutique at 1061 Madison Avenue, between 80th and 81st Streets in New York City. During a special shopping experience, guests will be treated to skin care advice, make-up consultations, the latest beauty tips, nutritional consultations and Body Mass Index readings all while receiving the hottest information on health, beauty and fitness from our experts. Complimentary fruit and cheese platters will be served along with sparkling water and white wine.

Delivering the latest health and beauty information to their preferred shoppers, affluent customers and special invited guests, Clarins and W Magazine have selected nutritionist Oz Garcia and personal trainer Oscar Smith as guest speakers for this evening of spa pampering and indulging. Dr. Garcia will reveal his successful anti-aging techniques for Â“Looking and Feeling Fabulous ForeverÂ” sharing his secrets for enhancing beauty, health body and mind. Oscar Smith will disclose his unique training tips for total body fitness to create visible results, while maximizing wellness and energy levels. The combined knowledge and expertise of these speakers will educate guests on proven, result-oriented approaches for living longer, happier, healthier and more active lifestyles through proper diet and exercise.

Oz Garcia, is one of the most sought after nutritionists in the world. His clientele include top CEOÂ’s and celebrities such as Hilary Swank, Winona Ryder, Kim Cattrall, Kimora Lee Simmons and Donna Karan. The success of his books Â“The BalanceÂ” and Â“Look and Feel Fabulous ForeverÂ” further catapulted OzÂ’s worldwide acclaim as a leader in his field. Oz is also founder of The Longevity Lounge, a unique clinical destination in New York offering advanced solutions in beautification therapies and anti-aging. Twice voted Â“Nutritionist of the YearÂ” by New York Magazine, Oz is a forerunner in the nutritional field and incorporates mind and body in his teachings for achieving optimal health.

Oscar Smith is a personal trainer to todayÂ’s top supermodels and celebrities. Oscar counts Sports Illustrated models Anne V., Jessica White, Petra Nemcova and Bridget Hall, and celebrities Rosario Dawson, Ed Burns and Jamison Ernest among his devoted clientele. In 2004, Oscar founded O-Diesel, a personal fitness studio nestled away in New York CityÂ’s Tribeca neighborhood. Oscar and his staff at O-Diesel provide a plethora of personalized health and fitness needs from body sculpting, yoga, boxing, weight loss, weight gain, strength and conditioning, flexibility, agility training to pre/post natal training. O-Diesel has become NYCÂ’s Â“best kept secretÂ” for personal training, its success is a direct result of OscarÂ’s contagious enthusiasm, discipline and passion for fitness.

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Sunday, January 30, 2005

Eighth Annual NYU Child Study Center Child Advocacy Award Dinner Honors Autism Speaks Co-Founders Suzanne and Bob Wright with Film Debut by Director Nathaniel Kahn

The NYU Child Study Center will play host to its eighth annual award dinner at Cipriani 42nd Street. Chaired by Lori and George Hall, this year’s dinner will celebrate the remarkable advances researchers from the Child Study Center have made in the field of mental health. The dinner honorees are Bob Wright, chairman and chief executive officer of NBC Universal and Suzanne Wright, co-founders of Autism Speaks. A short film presentation produced exclusively for the Child Study Center by Nathaniel Kahn, Oscar-nominated director of My Architect, will be screened.

(PRWEB) November 16, 2005

Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2005, The NYU Child Study Center will play host to its eighth annual award dinner at Cipriani 42nd Street. Chaired by Lori and George Hall, this year’s dinner will celebrate the remarkable advances researchers from the Child Study Center have made in the field of mental health. The dinner honorees are Bob Wright, chairman and chief executive officer of NBC Universal and Suzanne Wright, co-founders of Autism Speaks. A short film presentation produced exclusively for the Child Study Center by Nathaniel Kahn, Oscar-nominated director of My Architect, will be screened. Past honorees include Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg; Governor George E. Pataki; Whoopi Goldberg; Rudolph Guiliani, and Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton.

At this year’s dinner, guests will include NYU Child Study Center Board members Brooke and Daniel Neidich; Alice and Thomas Tisch; The Honorable Jon S. Corzine; Cathy and Stephen Graham; Arthur Carter, publisher, The New York Observer, and Linda Carter, Ph. D.; Michael Fascitelli, president, Vornado Realty Trust, and Elizabeth Cogan Fascitelli; Klara and Larry Silverstein; Jill and Robert C. Smith; Ellen and Howard Katz; Thomas H. Lee, founder and president, Thomas H. Lee Company, and Ann Tenenbaum; Bruce Wasserstein, Lazard & Co., and Claude Wasserstein. Other guests include Martin Lipton, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, and Susan Lipton; Dr. Ruth Westheimer; Dr. Gail Saltz;; Erica Jong and Kenneth Burrows; Heather and Steven Mnuchin; Jon Mechanic, Esq.; Anne Keating, senior vice president, Public Relations, Bloomingdale’s; Daryl and Steven Roth; Douglas E. Schoen, Penn, Schoen & Berland; Samuel Heyman, chairman, GAF Corp, and Ronnie Heyman.

The dinner’s corporate sponsor is Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. Supporters of this year’s dinner include Beth Rudin Dewoody; Millard Drexler, chairman and chief executive officer, J. Crew & Co; Michael Gould, chairman and chief executive officer, Bloomingdale’s; Dr. Sally Peterson; Laura and Robert Sillerman; and Katherine and Jerry Speyer, chairman, president and chief executive officer, Tishman Speyer.

The event is sold out, therefore, members of the press are invited to attend the cocktail reception only.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2005

Time: 6:30 p. m. cocktails, 7:30 p. m. dinner

Place: Cipriani, 110 east 42nd street

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Uplogix Announces $10 Million in Additional Funding

Rapid market adoption of company's distinct secure remote management technology catches eye of leading global financial institution

Austin, TX (PRWEB) April 2, 2008

Uplogix, the leading provider of next-generation secure remote management (http://www. uplogix. com) (SRM) solutions, today announced it has received $10 million in funding from a group of new and existing investors. The investors include Citi (NYSE: C) (http://finance. yahoo. com/q? s=c), Adams Capital Management and other private investors including Fayez Sarofim & Co. Uplogix attracted the new investment dollars with its innovative remote management (http://www. uplogix. com/solutions) that enterprise customers worldwide are aggressively adopting as a critical component to their network and server infrastructure. Uplogix continues to gain global market momentum and industry recognition and will use the new capital to accelerate global expansion to meet customer demand.

Uplogix' award-winning architecture integrates an always-available, secure and intelligent direct connection to the remote devices it manages-like putting your most trusted IT administrator everywhere, all the time. In comparison, traditional network management tools are not equipped to automate routine maintenance and recovery tasks because they depend on the network being available, and thus rely on people to do the work. The Uplogix solution is a new approach that significantly reduces labor costs (http://www. uplogix. com/documents/cost_calculator. php) and allows IT professionals to focus on more critical responsibilities.

"We believe Uplogix has found its place in the emerging remote management space and has proven this belief by growing its revenues, customer base and global footprint," said Martin Neath, General Partner at Adams Capital Management. "Uplogix is based on a strong foundation of knowing what remote management problems occur within enterprise IT environments, and delivering against those challenges. They are an innovative company that is poised to capitalize on a rapidly growing market, and we are excited to further invest in their efforts and opportunity."

Uplogix has pioneered the industry's first SRM appliance that integrates critical Access, Control and Enforcement (http://www. uplogix. com/remote_management. php) (ACE) remote management functions to alleviate the risk, complexity and costs inherent in managing distributed IT infrastructures. Uplogix' next-generation of SRM solutions have been successfully deployed by respected enterprise organizations worldwide, including those in the financial services (http://www. uplogix. com/solutions/industry/financial. php), energy (http://www. uplogix. com/solutions/industry/energy. php), retail (http://www. uplogix. com/solutions/industry/retail. php), and healthcare (http://www. uplogix. com/solutions/industry/healthcare. php) industries.

"We couldn't be happier with how customers like Citi are adopting our technology," said Tom Goldman, CEO, Uplogix. "This commitment from our new and existing investors will help us continue to exceed market and customer expectations, and deliver a great solution to our clients and valuable return to our shareholders."

For more information about Uplogix, please visit www. uplogix. com.

About Citi
Citi, the leading global financial services company, has some 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 100 countries, providing consumers, corporations, governments and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, and wealth management. Citi's major brands include Citibank, CitiFinancial, Primerica, Smith Barney, Nikko and Banamex. Additional information may be found at www. citigroup. com or www. citi. com.

About Adams Capital Management
Established in 1994, Adams Capital Management is a national venture capital firm noted for its domain expertise in disruptive technologies in the Information Technology, Semiconductor, Applied Materials and Network Infrastructure industries. ACM deploys a market-centric strategy to invest in emerging growth companies. With $810 million currently under management, ACM is an active lead investor, with four strategically located offices in Austin, Boston, Palo Alto, and Pittsburgh. For more information, visit www. acm. com.

About Uplogix
Uplogix provides the first fully-integrated remote management solution. Our co-located management appliances automate routine administration, maintenance and recovery tasks - securely and regardless of network availability. In comparison, traditional network and systems management requires multiple tools, relies on the network, and remains labor intensive. Uplogix puts the power of your most trusted IT administrator everywhere, all the time.

Uplogix is privately held and headquartered in Austin, Texas with European offices in London. For more information, please visit www. uplogix. com.

Uplogix, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Uplogix and their respective logos are trademarks of Uplogix, Inc. in the United States and other jurisdictions. All other company or product names mentioned are used only for identification purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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Saturday, January 29, 2005

Simplex Diabetic Supply Changes Its Name to Simplex Healthcare

Simplex Diabetic Supply today announced that after only 20 months it is retiring the name Simplex Diabetic Supply and will now officially be known as Simplex Healthcare.

Nashville, TN (PRWEB) April 15, 2009

Simplex Diabetic Supply today announced that after only 20 months it is retiring the name Simplex Diabetic Supply and will now officially be known as Simplex Healthcare.

"Our company has accomplished our initial mission of scaling to relevance and becoming a leading provider of diabetic testing supplies," said Doug Hudson, Chairman and CEO of Simplex. "Our new corporate identity better reflects our expanded mission - to provide a broader range of healthcare products to help patients with diabetes live an active and healthy lifestyle." Patients with diabetes have a high incidence of other conditions that can be served via mail order supply - such as incontinence, wound care, erectile dysfunction, and sleep apnea. "By expanding what we offer patients, we hopefully simplify their lives and lower their cost of staying healthy."

Reporters, Editors, Readers are encouraged to visit Simplex Healthcare's new corporate site (http://www. simplexhealthcare. com) for more information.

About Simplex Healthcare, Inc.
Simplex and its subsidiary, Diabetes Care Club (http://www. diabetescareclub. com (http://www. diabetescareclub. com)), have grown rapidly and now serve over 135,000 active patients with diabetes. The company employs over 240 professionals and is based in Nashville, Tennessee with operations in Brentwood and Franklin.

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Minneapolis Web Design Company Helps Experts Provide Radiation Answers

Minneapolis web design firm provides website to help radiation experts distribute accurate information about the uses and hazards of radiation.

Saint Paul, Minnesota (PRWEB) June 3, 2008

Plaudit Design, a Minneapolis web design (http://www. plauditdesign. com) company, and the Health Physics Society have launched a new website to provide radiation answers (http://www. radiationanswers. org) to the general public.

The website provides a large body of reliable information about radiation to answer virtually every question about the sources, uses and safety of radiation. Sponsored by an association of radiation professionals, the content of the website has been reviewed by independent experts to ensure that the website provides the most accurate information available anywhere.

The Minneapolis web design firm included several extras that help the website attain its objectives. One such feature is a "site search" that helps visitors find answers to the questions that interest them and also provides feedback through Plaudit Design's site analytic tools to help the Health Physics Society discover the topics that people are most interested in.

Another unique feature of the website is a dynamic unit conversion tool. Visitors can select either "RAD" or "SV" units through a widget that appears on every page of the website. All doses are then displayed in the selected units.

Rollover word definitions promote more accurate understanding by providing instant access to definitions for technical terms. Plaudit Design has provided technology to add definitions to the website dynamically based on a glossary that is editable by the Health Physics Society.

Rather than just a static repository, the website is constantly improving as the Health Physics
Society uses Plaudit Design's Content Management System (CMS) to add more information as research improves the scientific community's understanding of radiation and its uses.

David Schlotfeldt, VP of Development, was impressed by the Health Physics members who work in professional positions in medicine, physics, electric power and defense at some of the most prestigious institutions in the country and also contribute their time, knowledge and passion to the Health Physics Society. "Working with the Health Physics Society has been an opportunity to help experts in radiation bring reliable information to the public," he said, "and their professionalism has been outstanding."

Kelly Classic, a health physicist in radiation safety at the Mayo Clinic, said "I worked with Plaudit Design to develop the Radiation Answers website and am pleased that the website has exceeded the expectations of my colleagues at the Health Physics Society."

About Plaudit Design:
Plaudit Design, a Minneapolis web design (http://www. PlauditDesign. com) company, provides web design and graphic design services to businesses both in Minnesota and nationally. In business for nearly a decade, Plaudit Design provides not only web design but a wide range of services including logo design, brochures, catalogs, print ads, and trade show booths.

To obtain more information or to arrange an interview, contact David Schlotfeldt or visit Plaudit Design (http://www. PlauditDesign. com).

Editorial Contact:
David Schlotfeldt
651-646-0696

About Health Physics Society (http://www. hps. org):
The Health Physics Society is a non-profit scientific professional organization promoting excellence in the science and practice of radiation safety. Society activities include encouraging research in radiation science, developing standards, and disseminating radiation safety information. Society members are involved in understanding, evaluating, and controlling the potential risks from radiation relative to the benefits.

To obtain more information or to arrange an interview, contact Kelly Classic or visit Radiation Answers on the web at www. RadiationAnswers. org.

Editorial Contact:
Kelly Classic
507-284-7053

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Sybase Joins Forces with Informatics to Bring Mobile and Business Intelligence Solutions to Sri Lanka

Sybase Inc (NYSE: SY), a leading provider of enterprise infrastructure and mobile software, today announced that it will join forces with Informatics, a leading software solutions provider in Sri Lanka, to bring Sybase's leading mobile and business intelligence solutions to the Sri Lanka market.

Sri Lanka (PRWEB) April 7, 2006

Sybase is the market share leader in the mobile database market with its SQL Anywhere Studio. In addition, Sybase IQ database engine provides unsurpassed query performance and low total cost of ownership (TCO) for reporting database and business intelligence solutions.

Informatics brings extensive knowledge of software solutions, expertise in vertical industries such as Telecom, Banking & Finance, Insurance, Government and established customer/partner network in Sri Lanka to this partnership. These strengths of Informatics combined with Sybase’s strong offering in enterprise infrastructure and mobile software will address the specific business requirements of customers and partners in Sri Lanka.

“We are glad to be partnering with Sybase in Sri Lanka. With their strong technology and supportive partnering infrastructure, together with our professional expertise, we can securely deliver information anytime, anywhere, enabling customers to create an information edge,” said Priyanga Gunasekera, Director, Informatics.

“With Sybase software solutions and Informatics’ skills and knowledge; customers can optimize and enhance their current IT investments, link together the valuable data resources already in place, and extend the reach of business-critical information to users on the front lines, giving them agility and productivity edge across all areas of their business,” commented Mehul Rajparia, Channels Director, Sybase.

Informatics is one of the pioneering IS Organizations and the first to receive accreditation in SEI CMM Level 4 in Sri Lanka. With a team of 500+ IS professionals, Informatics enables its customers to maintain and advance their market position with customer focused solutions, offering them a competitive edge. This partnership with Sybase will help Informatics take further leadership in the Sri Lankan market and deliver high value IT solutions to its customers.

About Informatics

As an Information Technology Company with a backing of over two decades worth of experience, Informatics are known to all our stakeholders as a source of innovative solutions, quality customized software and reliable support services. As diversified IT Company, Informatics has Strategic Business Units in areas of Software Development & Systems Integration, Joint Ventures for Off-Shore Software Development and IT Education.

About Sybase Inc.,

Sybase is the largest enterprise software company specialising in managing and mobilizing information from the data centre to the point of action. Sybase provides open, cross-platform solutions that securely deliver information anytime, anywhere, enabling customers to create an information edge. The world's most critical data in commerce, communications, finance, government and healthcare runs on Sybase. For more information, visit the Sybase Web site: http://ap. sybase. com (http://ap. sybase. com).

Sybase, SQL Anywhere Studio and IQ are registered trademarks of Sybase, Inc. or its subsidiaries. All other company and product names mentioned may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated.

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Friday, January 28, 2005

GI Lab Acquires HALO 360 System for Ablation of Barrett's Esophagus

Baptist offers new procedure to remove diseased esophagus.

Jackson, MS (PRWEB) June 22, 2007

Baptist Medical Center's GI Lab has acquired the HALO 360 Ablation Therapy System, a device that provides tightly controlled ablation to circumferentially remove diseased esophageal lining referred to as Barrett's Esophagus (BE). The procedure involves a standard endoscopy technique under conscious sedation. BE is a pre-cancerous condition associated with chronic gastroesophageal reflux, or GERD.

Gastroenterologists Ronald P. Kotfila, MD; Makau P. Lee, MD; Paul B. Milner, MD; and Shawn W. Panzer, MD, are trained in the use of the device. According to Dr. Kotfila, the procedure usually takes 30 to 60 minutes including the time to sedate the patient. "It is very safe," he notes. "It only burns a 3mm depth of tissue and no more. This is just enough to get the Barrett's lining without burning into deeper tissue."

Traditionally, treatment for Barrett's esophagus has been careful surveillance, an option that has been less than optimal. "Most gastroenterologists I have known feel that watching BE is like watching a colon polyp," says Dr. Panzer. "All adenomatous colon polyps are dysplastic by definition, and thus have malignant potential. No one watches colon polyps and then removes them only if they progress. In Barrett's, that progression could be directly to cancer."

While ablation of the diseased tissue provides a more proactive treatment option, it has not been widely used due to the limitations of available technology to treat the disease without harming normal tissue. "The traditional ablative approaches--electrocautery, argon plasma coagulation, photodynamic therapy--have shown an inability to completely ablate all of the pathological cells or caused significant postprocedure complications, such as perforation, strictures, photosensitivity, mediastinitis, etc.," notes Dr. Panzer.

"Previous endoscopic treatments made the esophagus lining look normal, but there were problems with Barrett's tissue 'hiding' under the 'normal' lining," Dr. Kotfila added. "Also, treatments for acid reflux disease such as medication and Nissen fundoplication have not been proven to eradicate Barrett's esophagus in most patients. So far, the HALO 360 is completely eradicating the Barrett's tissue. Long-term studies are still in progress."

The HALO 360 System makes broad use of endoscopic ablation of the esophagus practical by providing uniform and controlled ablation at a consistent depth. During the procedure, a sizing balloon is first used to size the esophagus. A correctly sized ablation catheter is then inflated within the area of the Barrett's. The energy generator is activated to deliver a burst of ablative energy that lasts less than one second. This removes a very thin layer of the diseased esophagus. New, healthy tissue replaces the ablated Barrett's tissue in three to four weeks for most patients. Following ablation therapy, patients resume acid suppression therapy.

"Over 5000 post treatment biopsies have found no buried glands under the regenerated squamous mucosa. The procedure is FDA-approved and is promising," said Dr. Panzer. "This approach is an extension of current technology and makes sense in regard to our approach to malignancy elsewhere in the body--colon, cervix, etc. The fact that it is minimally invasive, apparently effective, and a form of secondary prevention makes it one which could be potentially applied to all patients with BE. I plan to discuss and encourage this option with all of my patients who have Barrett's esophagus, based on current knowledge," Dr. Panzer concluded.

For more information, call the Baptist Health Line at 1-800-948-6262 or visit http://www. mbhs. org/med_serv/all_services/gi_lab. htm (http://www. mbhs. org/med_serv/all_services/gi_lab. htm).

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Thursday, January 27, 2005

HCL Thames Medics says more locum doctors could help address European Working Time Directive shortage

The leading medical recruitment agency urges increased use of flexible staffing to alleviate pressure on hospitals caused by shorter working hours for junior doctors.

London (PRWeb UK) April 23, 2010

HCL Thames Medics, the National Framework agency for recruitment of doctors to the NHS, and part of HCL plc, said today that greater use of flexible and locum doctors is vital for dealing with the pressures on frontline staffing brought about by new EU rules, which put a cap on junior doctors’ working hours.

HCL Thames Medics was responding to research by the Royal College of Physicians which said that some hospital doctors now have to care for up to 400 patients at night because of the impact of the European Working Time Directive, which cut junior doctors’ working hours to 48 per week. This has had a dramatic impact on staffing levels in hospital wards.

The solution for Medical Staffing Officers is to increase the proportion of locum doctors in their frontline staff, thus creating a flexible workforce which could be staffed up and down quickly to meet fluctuating demand, the Company said.

Kirsten Simcoe, Managing Director of HCL Thames Medics, said that this would be more cost effective than increasing permanent recruitment of doctors as locums are only paid for the hours that they work so would not incur added hidden costs such as holiday and pension entitlement.

Simcoe explained: “With tougher times ahead for the public sector, the challenge is maintaining doctors’ staffing levels in a cost efficient manner. The need to do this is especially acute given the impact of the European Working Time Directive on junior doctors. More and more of our NHS clients are increasing the use of locum doctors in their workforce as this is a flexible and cost effective alternative to a frontline made up entirely of doctors permanently employed by the public sector.”

She concluded: “Such a low doctors to patient ratio as suggested in the report is worrying, and clearly unacceptable for both patients and medical staff. The solution is to create and maintain a flexible doctors workforce, to deliver the best possible care for patients at a cost that is acceptable to the NHS and the taxpayer.”

About HCL Thames Medics
HCL Thames Medics is a leading medical recruitment agency supplying locum and permanent doctors to the NHS and private healthcare providers. The Company is based in Skipton but supplies doctors throughout the UK on the NHS National Framework. HCL Thames Medics provides doctors jobs in all grades and specialties including surgery, acute medicine, psychiatry and general practice. The Company is part of HCL plc, the leading specialist health and social care staffing company.

Www. thamesmedics. com

For further information contact Helen Tarbet on +44 (0)20 7451 1451 or helen(dot)tarbet(at)hclplc(dot)com

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Wednesday, January 26, 2005

Doctor and Elite Athlete Helps Others Improve Body and Mind: Enjoy Your Journey to Becoming Forever Fit

According to the author, "Americans are in a period where one fad diet after the next emerges. Individuals continue on a weight loss and then a weight gain roller coaster and leading businesses of fad diets going bankrupt. Let's put an end to fad dieting and get control of ourselves both physically and mentally." Break through the clutter with Forever Fit. Forever Fit doesnÂ’t offer impossible promises of instant results, and it is not the latest diet fad. Author Dr. Rick Kattouf II has devised a universal life plan that will deliver the benefits of better health and wellness everyday for the rest of one's life. "Pursue your passion, achieve your goals, and make your dreams reality!"

Warren, OH (PRWEB) August 31, 2005 -

Â— Within one week of publishing his first book, Forever Fit, Dr. Rick Kattouf II saw his book hit the shelves of a local Borders bookstore as well as six other local vendors such as bicycle shops, fitness centers, doctors' offices, health food stores, and athletic footwear stores.

"Forever Fit: The Easy-to-Follow, Step-by-Step Life Plan to Improve Your Body and Mind" By Richard S. Kattouf II, O. D.

According to Kattouf II, "Americans are in a period where one fad diet after the next emerges. Individuals continue on a weight loss and then a weight gain roller coaster and leading businesses of fad diets going bankrupt. Let's put an end to fad dieting and get control of ourselves both physically and mentally."

Break through the clutter with Forever Fit. Forever Fit doesn't offer impossible promises of instant results, and it is not the latest diet fad. Author Dr. Rick Kattouf II has devised a universal life plan that will deliver the benefits of better health and wellness everyday for the rest of one's life. "Pursue your passion, achieve your goals, and make your dreams reality!"

"I found Forever Fit to be full of extremely useful information. Rick's motivational skills are also evident in this work. As a physician, I found the sections on nutrition to be beneficial for the many patients that I see daily trying to lose weight. I highly recommend this book!"

Mike Ciletti, M. D.

"This program really boosted my metabolism, which is a natural cause to gain weight as we get into our 30'sÂ…and beyond! The results have been amazing. I strongly endorse it to anyone!"

Jorge Martinez, M. D.

"I can only describe my experience with Rick as 'life altering'!"

Bob Shaker, Attorney at Law

"Rick's book is as inspirational as he is. I think you will find it to be a simple to follow, life changing book to optimize your physical and mental health."

John Clendenin, D. C.

Chiropractic Physician

"I am a diabetic who was taking 21 pills a week, now I am not taking ANY pills at all!"

Nick Spano

In this easy-to-follow life plan, Dr. Rick Kattouf II uses his medical knowledge and fitness expertise to help readers achieve an improved sense of mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Time is at a premium for most people today. Multitasking has become an accepted way of life. Unfortunately, staying fit is moving further down the list of priorities; not because of a lack of desire, but because there never seems to be any time available in one's daily schedule. Rick says, "Let Forever Fit be your guide and make today the first day of the rest of your life!"

Richard S. Kattouf II, O. D.

CEO and Founder of TeamKattouf, Inc., online nutrition and fitness coaching Doctor of Optometry Motivational Speaker ACSM Certified Personal Trainer Nutrition and Fitness Coach 3x age group duathlon national champion 4x Team USA duathlete 3x USAT All-American duathlete 2x Inside Triathlon magazine All-American duathlete Top ranked multisport athlete in USA

According to Dr. Kattouf, "Whether you live at the gym or run only as far as the refrigerator, Forever Fit will release you from the cycle of yo-yo dieting." Complete with exercise photos, meal plans, and an easy-to-use guide to restaurant dining, Forever Fit will help readers not only lose their desired weight, but keep it offÂ…for good!

Forever Fit: The Easy-to-Follow, Step-by-Step Life Plan to Improve Your Body and Mind Release date: June 27th, 2005

Publisher: iUniverse, www. iuniverse. com

ISBN (paperback, $15.95): 0-595-33945-X

ISBN (hard cover, $25.95): 0-595-67038-5

Availability: Borders Books, Niles, Ohio, 330-544-1761,

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About iUniverse

IUniverse provides individuals a simple, fast and affordable way to publish, market, and sell fiction and non-fiction books. The company is one of the largest book publishing companies in the United States. iUniverse eliminates the necessity of massive print runs, dramatically shortens time-to-market, and gives authors control over when and how their works are published. iUniverse publishing programs are endorsed by industry leading author organizations, including the Authors Guild, ASJA, and Mystery Writers of America. iUniverse is a proud member of the Association of American Publishers, Publishers Marketing Association, and Small Publishers Association of North America. The company's major investors include Warburg Pincus and Barnes & Noble.

Contact Information

Media Contact:

Richard S. Kattouf II, O. D.

TeamKattouf, Inc.

330-219-5095

Www. teamkattouf. com

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Tuesday, January 25, 2005

Commercial Properties in Norwood Filling Up Fast

Investment in Infrastructure on University Avenue Attracts Business

Norwood, MA (Vocus/PRWEB) January 10, 2011

When French Packaging Services owner, Warren French, was searching for a new Massachusetts location for his business, the town of Norwood turned out to be the perfect fit. After searching all over the Greater Boston area–from as far south as Canton to the northern city of Woburn–French found Norwood's business climate to be superior.

“Norwood really has it all,” French said. “From the tax rates, to a great local electric company to outstanding infrastructure.”

After doing business in Auberndale–one of the 13 villages of Newton, Massachusetts–since 1980, French wanted to expand his company. He also wanted to be part of what he says is a burgeoning southern expansion.

“There was a big northern expansion for a while and everyone started going up along Route 3,” French said. “Now, rates have risen in those areas, so companies are looking further down south at places like Fall River and Attleboro. Our position in Norwood puts us right on the head of the spear for that whole southern expansion.”

Located approximately 15 miles from downtown Boston, Norwood is a small town with big appeal for commercial and industrial property owners and tenants. The town is comprised of 44 percent commercial property, a figure that reflects the Norwood Board of Selectmen's willingness to welcome new businesses and provide a slew of incentives. Jerry Kelleher, Chairman of the Norwood Board of Selectmen, said the town's low tax rate is due to its “outstanding commercial property owners.”

“We also have our own municipal light department, our own electric department and three commuter rail stops,” Kelleher sad. “One of our goals is to help businesses find a home in Norwood.”

To that end, the town works closely with business owners to get them up and running. When French Packaging Services, which will be operational in Norwood by year's end, first began working with the town of Norwood, Warren French experienced immediate results.

“Steve Costello, the business ombudsman and town planner, has been with me since day one of the move, telling me who to contact and how to get things done,” French said.

One of French's neighbors in Norwood is a large-scale, 449,555 - square-foot, three-building distribution center on 55 acres at 625 University Avenue. Located just 200 yards away from French Packaging's 30,000 feet of leased space on Oceana Way, the property at 625 University Avenue is partly owned by Hackman Capital Partners, LLC, a private real estate investment firm that has acquired or developed more than a billion dollars of property over the past 24 years. Michael Hackman, founder and chief executive officer of Hackman Capital, said the vacancy rates in Norwood are falling fast due to the town's myriad attractive qualities.

“Norwood is racking up commercial tenants even in these difficult economic times,” Hackman said. “Our property on University Avenue has become even more appealing in recent years, as $2 million have been spent improving University Avenue between Route 1 and Canton Street. The plantings, granite curbing and resurfacing are all perks for us and our tenants.”

Kelleher said the improvement project was funded by a Massachusetts Public Works economic development grant.

“In order to attract top notch businesses you have to have the infrastructure,” Kelleher said. “This grant allowed us to fix the roads and ensure easy, smooth access.”

With top-notch employers like UPS, Analog Devices, and Mercer Human Resources Consulting, Norwood's unemployment rates dropped in recent months from 8 percent to 7.1 percent, according to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development. And the local coffers are stable, according to Kelleher, who said the town has a healthy stabilization fund. Kelleher also said that Norwood is one of the few Massachusetts towns that has not had to override Proposition 2 ½, a 1982 measure that capped property tax hikes at 2.5 percent.

“A lot of towns have had to override that measure for operational purposes, but Norwood has been able to keep the measure in place,” Kelleher said.

Not only is the business climate booming in Norwood, but education in the area is reaching new highs as well. A new public high school will open in Norwood next year, making the town the first in the state to have a school designed and built under the Massachusetts State Model School Program. The $53.5 million high school was approved by 84 percent of the town's residents, according to Courtney Rau, a member of the Norwood Public Schools Committee.

“We are getting fifty-nine percent reimbursement from the state of Massachusetts to build this brand new, state-of-the art high school in Norwood,” Rau said. “The residents have come out in droves to support it.”

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CMS to Present Surveillance Activities in Contract Year 2010 During the Connecture Sponsored Webinar on April 7

Complimentary webinar speaks to effectively marketing to seniors and identifies new CMS surveillance guidelines

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) April 6, 2010

Connecture, Inc., the leading provider of web-based sales, service, and process automation solutions to the health insurance industry, is sponsoring a complimentary webinar, Effectively Marketing to Seniors while Driving Administrative Cost Savings, Efficiencies, and Compliance, on April 7 at 1 p. m. EST. Michael Kavouras, National Medicare Advantage Compliance Lead at CMS, David Sockel, Senior Vice President at Connecture, and Joe Aggazio, Vice President at MedicareCRM, will present. The webinar will be hosted by Corporate Research Group.

During our April webinar, Michael Kavouras, National Medicare Advantage Compliance Lead at CMS, will discuss the latest information related to its marketing surveillance strategy for the 2010 contract year, including outcomes, trends, and best practices. Additionally, David Sockel, Senior Vice President at Connecture, and Joe Aggazio, Vice President at MedicareCRM, will discuss how health plans can leverage technology to identify, prioritize, and attract members in the senior market, all while being transparent about their compliance with CMS rules and regulations.

“The opportunity within the senior market is expected to explode with the baby boomers coming of age,” commented Sockel. “At the same time, deep reimbursement cuts, rising medical trends and increased CMS oversight require health plans offering Medicare Advantage plans to be efficient and transparent. Through this webinar, we hope to provide some strategies and tactics for organizing marketing operations and effectively managing sales distributions channels,” said Sockel.

Registration and more details about the April webinar can be found on the Connecture website at www. connecture. com/webinars. aspx (http://www. connecture. com/webinars. aspx).

About CMS
For more information on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, please visit their website at www. cms. hhs. gov.

About MedicareCRM
MedicareCRM is the most trusted solution among managed care organizations for compliant automation of marketing, sales and enrollment operations. Engineered by leading health insurers, in cooperation with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the MedicareCRM platform has proven to dramatically lower member acquisition costs while promoting compliance, enrollment growth, and member retention. MedicareCRM offers product platforms for Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, S-CHIP, Medicare Supplements, as well as for commercial lines of business. MedicareCRM is currently in use by 25% of the fastest growing Medicare Advantage plans in the country according to Oppenheimer & Co. For more information, call Gene Devine at 954.691.2185 or visit the MedicareCRM Web site at www. medicarecrm. com. MedicareCRM has offices at 400 E Evergreen Blvd, Suite 101, Vancouver, WA 98660 and 1350 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach, FL 33062.

About Connecture
Connecture is solely focused on delivering integrated web-based sales, service and process automation solutions to the health insurance industry. Connecture has automated elements of the insurance sales and service process for over 80 health plans and insurers, and its InsureConnect suite of solutions currently supports the sales and servicing of 11 of the 20 largest health plans and insurers in the country. Its industry-proven solutions encompass the entire spectrum of multi-channel insurance sales and services for small group, large group and individual markets. Connecture offers an end-to-end business process transaction platform consisting of focused modular applications that fully integrate with existing systems. Connecture’s solutions have proven to deliver increased sales, enhanced broker loyalty, improved back-office efficiencies, lower customer acquisition costs, and decrease overall operating expenses. For more information, call Meg Riddle at 262.408.3865 or visit the Connecture website at www. connecture. com. Connecture has offices at 101 Marietta Street, Suite 1600, Atlanta, GA, and at One Riverwood Place, N17W24222 Riverwood Drive, Suite 330, Waukesha, WI.

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Premier Pet Insurance Announces New Policy Offerings

One of the pioneers in pet health insurance in the United States, Premier Pet Insurance (http://www. premierpetinsurance. com/) -- founded in 1997 -- announced today that their new insurance plans for dogs and cats are now available at their website.

Wauwatosa, WI (PRWEB) December 13, 2007

One of the pioneers in pet health insurance in the United States, Premier Pet Insurance (http://www. premierpetinsurance. com/ (http://www. premierpetinsurance. com/)) -- founded in 1997 -- announced today that their new insurance plans for dogs and cats are now available at their website. All Premier Pet Insurance Plans:
Offer accident and illness coverage Allow the choice of any licensed veterinarian in the U. S. and Canada Provide simple claim filing and timely payment Additionally, all Premier Pet Insurance Plans have only a 30-day waiting period for illness coverage, offer a 30-day money-back guarantee, provide a discount for multiple pets (pay your regular premium for the highest-rated pet and receive a 10% discount for each additional pet on the same plan), pay 80% of allowable charges after the $100 annual deductible, and no pre-coverage exams are required.

Premier Pet Insurance policies are underwritten by United States Fire Insurance Company, rated "Excellent" by A. M. Best and Company. For more detailed information on any of the four plans offered, interested pet owners should visit http://www. premierpetinsurance. com/pet-insurance-plan-comparison. aspx (http://www. premierpetinsurance. com/pet-insurance-plan-comparison. aspx). A free, no obligation quote can be obtained at this link or by calling Premier Pet Insurance toll-free today at 1-877-PPI-INS1 (1-877-774-4671).

About Premier Pet Insurance:
Founded in 1997, Premier Pet Insurance Group, LLC is one of the most tenured companies in the pet health insurance field and offers a variety of pet health insurance plans for dogs and cats. We take great pride not only in the excellent insurance coverage we provide, but also in the manner with which we treat each insured when they have claims and / or questions. Whether it be the timely manner in which we process claims, our professional call center available Monday through Saturday to answer questions you may have, or the flexibility we have built into all our plans, which allow you to use any licensed veterinarian in the United States or Canada, Premier Pet Insurance has anticipated all your desires and built our programs accordingly.

Contact:
Ann Van Eerden, Director of Public Relations
Premier Pet Insurance Group, LLC
414-531-PETS (414-531-7387)
Http://www. premierpetinsurance. com/ (http://www. premierpetinsurance. com/)

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Monday, January 24, 2005

Lip Ink&#174; International Qualifies Specialty Retailers for Sales and Distribution of the World's Only Guaranteed Smearproof Semi - Permanent 24-7 Lip Color

Lip Ink® International Qualifies Specialty Retailers for Sales and Distribution of the World's Only Guaranteed Smearproof Semi - Permanent 24-7 Lip Color

Lip Ink Specialty Retail Program available for the first time for mass retail.

El Segundo, CA (PRWEB) June 25, 2009

After 15 years of self manufacturing innovative green cosmetic color technology for Lips, Eyes, Face, Brows and Lashes, Lip Ink® International announces the much anticipated launch of their first pre-packaged production of its' most popular product; The World's Only Guaranteed Smear proof Semi-Permanent lip color Sampler Kit. In ten celebrated collections with their hand-crafted, environmentally friendly, exclusive point of purchase display, an economical price of $ 388.50 is the minimum required to become a Lip Ink® Specialty Retailer!

As the pioneer of semi-permanent cosmetics and the creator of the first e-commerce cosmetic site, Lip Ink® International has finally opened the doors and made it more accessible to put Lip Ink® products in every possible retail location and instantaneously closer to their mission of replacing outdated lipstick with a superior alternative, while empowering women from all walks of life to experience the freedom and confidence of wearing Lip Ink® Wax Free Semi Permanent Cosmetics®.

"The paradigm has shifted and Lip Ink'®s tingly fresh with maximum hydration botanical lipstick replacement, has ultimately achieved an untouchable level for it's award winning, cutting edge, cosmetic technology," exclaimed Nicole Trutanic, Sales Manager of Lip Ink® International and concept architect for The Specialty Retailer Program.
"The public is finally ready for a demonstration-free purchase", says Inventor, Alchemist and Lip Ink® International CEO/President Rose Nichols. "We brought our natural, organic, vegan, kosher, patented and smear-proof, semi-permanent lip color back from the future for a healthy sustainable lifestyle and we are excited at the opportunity, to offer Lip Ink® believers a fun and profitable way to spread the word."
Lip Ink®" Not Ink, just the staying power of Ink" www. lipink. com 105 Eucalyptus Dr. El Segundo, CA 90245 Phone 1-800-496-9616 fax 310/414-9233

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NATIONAL &#194;“SUPER VAN OPERATOR OF THE YEAR&#194;” AWARD

NATIONAL Â“SUPER VAN OPERATOR OF THE YEARÂ” AWARD

(PRWEB) November 14, 2003

David Pike, a Londonderry, NH resident and Owner Operator for Humboldt Storage and Moving in Canton, MA was recently named as a finalist for the prestigious Â“Super Van Operator of the YearÂ” award from the American Moving and Storage Association. Humboldt Storage and Moving is the largest United Van Lines agent in the Greater Boston Area and a member of the American Moving and Storage Association.

The American Moving and Storage AssociationÂ’s Â“Super Van Operator of the YearÂ” award will be presented at the 2003 American Moving and Storage Association Management Conference and Trade Show in month. Pike has been an Owner Operator for Humboldt Storage and Moving, since 1997 and has scored the highest in customer satisfaction over the past three years.

The American Moving and Storage AssociationÂ’s Â“Super Van Operator of the YearÂ” award recognizes and honors exemplary drivers and owner-operators who provide safe, reliable and customer-oriented truck transportation in service to the nationÂ’s household goods carriers. Awards are given on the basis of an individualÂ’s ability to run a successful business, operate in a safe manner over public highways and enhance the public image of the household goods industry.

DÂ’Arcy Goldman, President of Humboldt Storage and Moving noted, Â“This award is one of the highest honors that a van operator can achieve. It is a competition between all van lines across the U. S. WeÂ’re extremely pleased David has been named as a finalist, he deserves the award.Â”

Pike has received numerous awards over his 30-year career, spanning 2 million miles, as a commercial driver. Most recently, he received United Van Lines Van Operator of the Month in 2000 and 2002 as well as United Van Lines Runner Up Van Operator of the Month in 1999. In 2000, he achieved United Van Lines Van Operator of the Year and in 1998 and 2001 received the United Van Lines Safe Driving and Excellent Performance awards.

Over the past ten years, Pike has generously given back to the community through his involvement with the Greater Boston Retardation Foundation and Windham Country Club as well as through donations to the Cam Neely Foundation and New Hampshire Christmas Foundation.

Pike resides in Londonderry, NH with his wife Sharon and three children.

AMSA

The American Moving and Storage Association (AMSA) is the national trade association for the moving industry. The association has over 3,200 professional moving and storage members. AMSA is headquartered at 1611 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. For more information, contact (703) 683-7410 or visit the website at www. amconf. org.

Century-old Moving History

Humboldt Storage and Moving, Greater BostonÂ’s largest United Van Lines agent remains within the top 5% of all United Van Lines agents for sales volume. An original stockholding member of United Van Lines, Humboldt Storage and Moving is managed by the third generation of the Goldman Family. The company is a leader in assisting seniors with sensitive down-sizing relocations; coordinating highly technical lab and hospital moves; time-sensitive office relocations; and household relocations that are around the block or around the world.

Humboldt has over 90 employees and offers a wide range of employee benefits to attract and retain motivated employees ranging from health and dental insurance, profit sharing and retirement programs to stress management, and weight loss workshop programs.

United Van Lines, Inc., headquartered in Missouri, is the world leader in the moving industry of over 500 agents. Nationally recognized, Humboldt Storage and Moving ranks in the top 10 percent of domestic United Van Lines agents.

Humboldt Storage and MovingÂ’s new headquarters is located at 100 New Boston Drive, Canton, MA 02021. For more information about the new facility or for free brochures outlining the companyÂ’s many services, please call (781) 821-8777. For additional information visit www. humboldt. com.

Saturday, January 22, 2005

Madison & Mulholland 4th Ultimate Nominee Gift Bag Unveiled During Awards Week and Premieres on VisionNET IPTv

Madison & Mulholland™ will unveil their 4th annual Ultimate Nominee™ gift bag during a 3-day pre-awards event at Haven, a 5-star gifting and entertainment venue located in a Beverly Hills mansion. The new network VisioNET IPTv will launch its Women's Channel at Haven and for the first time allow consumers to interactively view and buy products from the Ultimate Nominee gift bag during reoccurring shopping segments on VisioNET IPTv's Women's Channel.

Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) February 20, 2007

It's glitzy; it's glamorous and now global. From Feb 21-23, Madison & Mulholland will unveil their 4th annual Ultimate Nominee gift bag during a 3-day event created by Classic Entertainment Group. Known as Haven, this 5-star gifting and entertainment event located in a Beverly Hills mansion is the A-list ticket this pre-awards week. By invitation only, M|M will be show casing their 4th luxe Ultimate Nominee gift bag gifting ten top women in entertainment and film. Last year, Madison & Mulholland was honored when their gift bag was placed in the #1 position in Daily Variety (March 3 2006)

This year the gift bags are filled with delicious, sexy and novel products dedicated to acknowledging small business owners and creating awareness for trendy but eco-friendly products. Select products will be available for viewing and purchase on VisioNet IPTV Women's Channel and through www. celebritygoodies. com.

Madison & Mulholland's coveted bag will be unveiled only at the invitation only VIP luxury gifting salon, as part of Haven, the ultimate 3-day event February 21st-23rd hosted by Classic Entertainment. The Haven sponsors include Sony, Revlon and Premiere Magazine. HFM Publishing intends to transcend the traditional awards venue experience by offering an exclusive daily combination of charitable activities, entertainment, refreshments and private, VIP and celebrity events each evening. Talent and media will find ample reasons to linger, both to sample and participate. By day, HAVEN will feature spa services, celebrity gifting editorial photo shoots for Premiere and American Photo magazine. By night, the venue features a series of Award-caliber evening events in partnership with Fox Searchlight and Creative Coalition.

Madison & Mulholland founder, Jane Ubell Meyer (Time Magazine called her the celebrity gift bag guru") is known for discovering the newest celebrity "must haves" and her ability to discern the next big thing says " We are pleased to be launching our bag at the Haven House as the Film awards and to be offering the first live shopping experience at a Hollywood gifting suite with VisioNET IPTv " Jane and her team are known for creating the "goodie bag Formula" and this year they has carefully selected a few crucial "Wow" products including a trip to Brazil, Black Diamonds, Toto USA, and other luxury products. Jane's commitment to the entrepreneur is always present especially when she presents jewelry from Park Lane and Tyler Arment. This year eco-friendly products are also in the news including the book that made the most historic impact, Al Gore's AN Inconvenient Truth, Re-cycled paper from Journals Unlimited and more (selected products available at www. celebritygoodies. com)

Playing a major role this year will be VisioNET IPTv, a new nationwide broadband television network, launching this month. The new network will allow consumers to interactively view and buy products from the official nominee bag during re-occurring shopping segments on VisioNET IPTv's Women's Channel. VisioNET IPTv - the latest technology for broadband television launching this month. Erin Siggard, President of the Women's Channel which will be broadcast on VisioNet said; "We are pleased to be debuting our Women's Channel with Madison & Mulholland, at the Haven.. VisioNET IPTv's technology allow viewers to enjoy their favorite TV shows on demand at anytime, plus shop from their computer or cell phone. We're excited about the possibilities that this new era of personal television represents. What better time to launch our new channel than during one of the most prestigious awards event in the world."

Products unveiled at Haven can be viewed on VisioNet TV include:

1. Stone Mountain Handbags known for High fashion concepts combined with elegance and only the softest leather. stonemountainhandbags. com

2. Sankom - The Swiss Beauty Secret. Delicious nougats with complex fibers for people on the go sankom. us

3. An Inconvenient Truth by Former Vice President Al Gore: #1 national bestseller, the book served as an environmental call to arms and the documentary film of the same name garnered an Academy Award™ Nomination. rodale. com

4. Bissel Spot Bot is the world's first hands free compact deep cleaner-- permanently removes stains Bissell. com

5. Altoids: A curious and original chocolate seduction altoids. com

6. Chalmers Ganache a luscious, dark chocolate ganache made with the finest European cocas, natural ingredients. Chalmersganache. com

7. DermaQuest Exceptional Anti-Aging treatment combining 5 of the most effective peptides delivering unsurpassed results in erasing wrinkles. dermaquestinc. com

8. Nonnis Biscotti Individually wrapped biscotti, the perfect combination to calm the spirit. Nonnies. com

9. Toto USA : The TOTO Washlet turns your bathroom into a place of comfort and serenity designed to reinvigorate you with every use. totousa. com

10. Fruit Advantage: Tart Cherry and Cherry Prime Capsules containing Powerful antioxidants help ease muscle and joint pain. fruitadvantage. com

11. Naterra's Body Brush is the power tool of body sparkle and Tree Hut offers a complete premium collection of shea butter body products. naterra. com

12. Tyler Arment Jewelry: Unique and timeless. Jewelry that incorporates fresh water pearls, sea shells, sterling silver, and gold vermeil. tylerarment. com

13. Journals Unlimited: Write it down on this eco-friendly, recycled paper. Personalized journals for every topic. journalsunlimited. com

14. Jewels by Park Lane: Fashion forward, unique and exquisitely handcrafted. Jewelsbyparklane. com

15. Madison & Mulholland - Reading Glasses & Sun Reading glasses: Forward thinking, stylish optical quality. www. madisonandmulholland. com

16. Perls of Wisdom: 100% combed cotton tank tops with inspirational truths printed on the front adorned with hand sewn Swarovski crystals or pearls perlsofwisdom. com

17. Rebound Air - You can bounce for health and energy with this high quality, portable mini-trampoline in its own carry case reboundair. com

18. Luggage Express - Will pick up luggage at your home/office and deliver it to your final destination. Travellighter. com

19. Jumpin Jammerz - Footed pajamas in adult sizes. Jumpinjammerz. com

20. Lady Lanell's The original crystal sandal. Hand-embellished with Swarovski cyrstals. wladylanells. com

21. Seaside Naturals: All natural, non-toxic cleaning products and the purest essential oils. seasidenaturals. com

22. Lorenzo - Exquisit jewelry. Nobody Does Color Like Lorenzo Sterling Silver & 18 Karat Gold gemstones

23. Frustr8ted: Bla Bla Bla! Fleece pant frustr8ted. com

24. Marie Tina: An open floating heart in ruby necklace. Hand-tooled precious metals and gemstones maria-tinavision. com

25. Giantto: Limited Edition Giantto ceramic ladies titanic watches - swiss movement, water resistant, day date chronograph giantto. com

26. Magnolia ---High-end entertainment systems magnoliaav. com

27. Nundies--the anti-panty mynundies. com

28. Oxyfresh The ultimate in pet oral hygiene oxyfresh. com

29. Therasage: Infra-red heated shiatsu computerized massage bed

30. Shaguy --The Love Diamond--unique and exclusive jewelry with two diamonds set into each other. shaguy. com

31. Mother and Child Lullaby CD--soothing lullabies by lullabyland. net

32. Body & Soul Adventures: A unique adventurous, challenging program where guests go to de-stress and detoxify, luxuriate in massages and spa amenities located in Brazil bodyandsouladventures. com

More info: www. VisioNet. TV www. madisonandmulholland. com www. celebritygoodies. com

About Madison & Mulholland: One of the leading gifting companies in the world, M|M is dedicated to adding value to small business owners through layered marketing. Gift bags are gifted at events and through product placement opportunities. Founder Jane Ubell-Meyer, is a former television and film producer. She is the owner of CelebrityGoodies. com and a contributing writer to GreatPlacesDirectory. com She teaches at NY's Fashion Institute of Technology. She is known throughout the media as "The Celebrity Gifting Guru". www. madisonandmulholland. com

About VisioNET IPTv - Takes television to the next dimension with the launch of its nationwide IPTV service. VisioNET IPTv puts you in total control of what you watch, when you watch, and where you watch. No more waiting for a program to appear on a network--and no more scrambling to record the program when it does. Simply select the entertainment you want and VisioNET delivers your choices with stunning clarity over any broadband-compatible device. For more info visit www. VisioNet. TV

About Celebrity Goodies

CelebrityGoodies. com, allows select products from celebrity goodie bags to be purchased online. M|M makes available to consumers new and exciting products that have been in the hands of celebrities. www. celebritygoodies. com

For media inquiries please contact Renata Lorenc RULA PR 1917 690 1275

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Thursday, January 20, 2005

Spa Sensation: Courtyard Sandestin Welcomes Fusion Spa Salon Guests with Luxury Rooms and Suites

With the opening of the new AVEDA concept salon and spa, Fusion Spa Salon, the Courtyard Sandestin Hotel is welcoming visitors to turn a trip to Fusion into a spa weekend getaway with luxurious rooms and suites.

Destin, FL (PRWEB) October 26, 2007

World-class destinations are expected to offer the finest luxury amenities and services to pamper locals and guests. A new addition to Grand Boulevard at Sandestin® is doing just that. Fusion Spa Salon AVEDA is a full-service salon and spa now open in the popular new town center.

Fusion Spa Salon offers a complete menu of services, treatments and products incorporating the AVEDA lifestyle, approach, and products. Hair styling and coloring, facials, skin and body treatments, massage therapy, and aromatherapy are some of the services offered by a staff of experienced professionals. Manicure, pedicure, hair removal, and tanning services are carried as well.

A full line of skin care products, make-up, candles, and oils are on display and a trained aesthetician is available to assist customers with their selection. The Fusion staff will help clients identify a balancing aroma and mix a personalized aromatherapy for individuals looking to create inviting atmospheres of their own. This unique service highlights the idea of balance that is one of the basic tenets of the AVEDA philosophy.

The Grand Boulevard location marks the fourth AVEDA spa salon for Pensacola-based owners Christian and Tandy Hinrichs. Looking to expand their thriving business, they identified the lifestyle concept of the town center as a primary attraction.

"The lifestyle center and the whole lifestyle concept fit really well with our approach and brand. Coming to Grand Boulevard was a natural fit for us and we wanted to be a part of it," says Christian.

As an AVEDA spa salon, Fusion embraces a holistic philosophy to their services, including an all natural approach to health, beauty and skin care. All products are plant derived and 100% natural. Spa salons carrying the AVEDA name and products must also adhere to stringent requirements including rigorous ongoing training and education for all staff.

The interior space within Fusion is designed to separate the bustling salon side from the more serene spa side. According to Christian, it's important to create separate areas for the different services.

"When you have a spa and a salon combined, the energies are completely different for each. We've created a high-fashion, modern area at the entrance and the energy changes by design when you enter the spa area," he says.

Christian says he, Tandy, and the new Destin spa salon's creative director Lloyd Carlyle are looking forward to raising the bar of the salon experience for the area and becoming part of the community.
With the much anticipated opening of this brand new Destin, Florida day spa, Courtyard Sandestin is excited to welcome spa guests to the hotel which features an array of amenities and accommodations, situated for relaxation, rest, and rejuvenation. Highlighted by spacious suites and luxurious bedding complete with plush down comforters, designer duvets, and sumptuous linens, Courtyard Sandestin is raising the standard on sleep at hotels.

Boasting two spa rooms which feature Jacuzzis, this hotel is the perfect location to enjoy a spa vacation or getaway, either with the girls or with that special someone.

Experience the serene Courtyard Sandestin with a divine Destin spa vacation or a romantic getaway as you enjoy treatments at Fusion Spa Salon.

Fusion Spa Salon AVEDA is open seven days a week from 10 a. m. - 9 p. m. On Sundays, only the retail portion is open. Appointments may be made by calling 850.654.2444. Walk-ins are welcome.

About Courtyard Sandestin:
Discover a Destin hotel welcoming you to paradise at the extraordinary Courtyard by Marriott Sandestin Hotel at Grand Boulevard. As a part of the Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort, the unique setting embodying this Destin, Florida hotel allows guests to experience deluxe resort amenities with the convenience of a complimentary shuttle. Explore the resort s 2,400 picturesque acres, including white sand beaches, 4 championship golf courses, a luxurious day spa, 15 tennis courts, delightful restaurants, a marina, world-class shopping, and an abundance of entertainment options. Santa Rosa Beach hotels simply cannot compare to the 174 spacious guests rooms at this Miramar Beach hotel, each thoughtfully designed to blend comfort and modern conveniences, such as complimentary wireless Internet access and a large ergonomic workspace. Indulge in a healthy breakfast buffet with items cooked to order, or a refreshing cocktail at the lobby bar. Escape to affordable luxury at the Courtyard Sandestin Hotel in Destin, Florida. For more information or to make a reservation call 850-650-7411 or visit http://www. marriott. com/hotels/travel/vpscy-courtyard-sandestin-at-grand-boulevard/ (http://www. marriott. com/hotels/travel/vpscy-courtyard-sandestin-at-grand-boulevard/).

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Summer Goddesses Are Created at Tola Life Spa Sanctuary

Summer Goddesses Are Created at Tola Life Spa Sanctuary.

ItÂ’s summer and that means have fun and relax. DonÂ’t let summer slip by without taking advantage of the gorgeous weather, long summer nights and blissful feeling. Sure, you may still be working all day long but that doesnÂ’t mean you canÂ’t pamper yourself and get that vacation feeling without going anywhere, with a little help from Tola Life Spa Sanctuary in Malibu, CA.

(PRWEB) July 11, 2005

Â“She lay on the beach with her firm, toned, glowing, smooth skin shining in the sun. She looked so peaceful, as if she hadnÂ’t a care in the world. Her summer had begun.Â” ---Sound like a TV commercial? Sound too good to be true? Do you wish you could be that girl? Well, you can with a little help from Tola.

Gearing Up

Shake off that limbo waiting-for-summer feeling and jump into island mode with TolaÂ’s Caribbean Paradise Journey. We get relaxed just THINKING about it! Guaranteed to remove burdens and become the goddess once again. ItÂ’s everything flowers and itÂ’s all for you. Start with a glorious floral footbath. Then your face will experience a rejuvenation with a mini facial in a room filled with flowers and candles, followed by a full body exfoliation wrap and steam shower. Petals are then sprinkled along your body and warm oil is drizzled from head to toe. Your full petal massage will melt you into a world of islands, breezes and carefree summer days. No plane ticket or luggage required. You can even leave the boyfriend or hubby at home.

Serious St. Tropez

Whether youÂ’re going to be wearing a bikini the size of a tissue, or you just want to wear that beautiful summer dress and intoxicate those around you, summer is all about the body. At Tola, we embrace the goddess Â– every size, shape and color. No matter what size you are, Tola has some little tricks and treatments that are sure to help you raise your Goddess factor. Here are a few:

The Firming Body Wrap says no to droopy and Oui to firm. Pure essences are used that have high cell regeneration to feed and nourish the skin. A soothing cleansing, then a precise exfoliation, followed by a soothing massage and a series of masques. Top it off with Aveda Firming Fluid, a warm silky serum infused with Vitamin C. YouÂ’ll feel like as sleek as a baby seal. The Firming Derriere Treatment is for those moments when you have nothing to hide (especially in that bathing suit!). We sit on it all day, but itÂ’s the most neglected part of our body. First, we deeply exfoliate, then lymphatic drainage, a series of masques and then firming fluid applied with warm stones from the ocean. YouÂ’ll be walking backwards into the room. Back Treatment We didnÂ’t forget about those guys who must shed that shirt and walk the beach! You might have a six-pack, but if you have icky, oily or rough skin, no one is going to be able to admire your gym work. Our treatment focuses on cleansing, exfoliation, back massage and therapy. ItÂ’s also great for women who want to wear those cute backless sundresses and have a backside your honey will be dying to caress.

After the Fact

Did you indulge just a bit too much at the beach? Are people thinking of renaming you Â“Leather LadyÂ” or Â“Lady Lobster?Â” No need to fret. Tola can save your skin from despair. After the sun has sucked your skin dry of all moisture, Sea the Difference can do just that Â– youÂ’ll see the difference right away. In one treatment, your skin will look and feel remarkably better. You will be wrapped in warm sea muds and seawater mist while you enjoy a moisturizing scalp massage. After steam showering, warm ocean stones and cooling gels caress your skin. Detoxifies, lightly exfoliates and re-hydrates all in one.

Tola Life Spa Sanctuary is a high-end Aveda concept spa for both men and women, with practices based on the ancient principles of Ayurveda. TolaÂ‘s mission is to exemplify excellence in the care and services it offers while inspiring people to integrate wellness, balance and beauty into their lives with passion. Tola is the only Ayurvedic spa in Southern California. Based in the Malibu Colony Plaza in Malibu (www. tolaspa. com), is the new spa to go to for celebrities like John Cusack, Khandi Alexander (CSI: Miami), Linda Thompson Foster (The Princes of Malibu Â– FOX), Pierce Brosnan and Olivia Newton-John.

Ayurveda means the Â“science of lifeÂ”. It is a complete holistic medical system that has been practiced in India for thousands of years. Ayurveda treats each person as an individual; a complete system perfectly customized to your body. It helps equip you to take responsibility for your own well-being. Everything we interact with Â– our diet, work, and relationships, even our environment Â– has an affect on our health and well-being. Ayurveda looks not only at the disease, but also at all factors that have contributed to its manifestation and how these can be changed or balanced to create a higher quality of life.

Tola understands that everyoneÂ’s needs are distinctly different and therefore offers a wide range of services to accommodate each individual. One can get a variety of massages, top pick of skin radiating facials, rejuvenating body wraps, spa manicure and pedicure, a wide range hair care, special programs for men, expecting mothers, and even beach goers, all in one place.

Imagine entering the Tola Life Spa Sanctuary where the moment you walk in, you are soothed by the stress-reducing, relaxing flower and plant Pure-Fume aromas. You are then provided with a luxurious robe that feels like second skin, and you are waited on hand and foot by the friendly Tola lifestylist who starts every treatment with a foot bath and massage for instant relaxation, surrounded by soft lights and lavish dÃ©cor swathed in silks; the only thing on your now worry-free mind is the anticipation for the most rejuvenating treatments to look forward to.

Take a deep breath. Let summer begin. Embrace the inner Goddess and let it out to show everyone!

For more information on re-discovering your inner balance, contact the Tola Life Spa Sanctuary at (310) 456.9504 or visit the website: www. tolaspa. com.

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Wednesday, January 19, 2005

Drug and Alcohol Interventions - A Life Changing Wake Up Call

A drug and alcohol intervention is a process of overcoming the barriers, getting across to the addicts and making them realize where they stand and what can be done to come out of the spell of substance addiction.

Miami, FL (PRWEB) March 1, 2006

Intervention for drug abuse is a wake up call for someone who is going off the deep end. It is an attempt to put a safety net under the person whose life is spiraling downwards out of control. Successful interventions are behavioral interrupters. They address the problem, set boundaries, and offer solutions. They penetrate the addict’s denial system and are a turning point their life and ideally result in the individual going into a drug and alcohol rehab program (http://www. helpaddicts. com).

A drug and alcohol intervention (http://www. druginterventions. net) is an honest, heartfelt, communication. Intervention is an opportunity for family, friends and co-workers to say, “Hey, we’re watching you die, Man. It’s tearing our hearts out. What you do effects us too! We want you to get some help!“ An intervention of truth, piercing the protective armor of denial, is an incredible gift of love. It is opportunity of hope for a new life, for both the addict and his family.

Recovery does not have to be a painful process. Life is painful enough. Recovery should feel good. New alternative treatments that are holistic in nature are having remarkable results. In the past, addicts have resisted treatment, because it seemed more painful and difficult, than their active addiction. Thankfully, times have changed. Alternative treatment modalities have come a long way from the old days “break them down, let them suffer and feel the pain so they don’t do this again“ mentality. Today we know there is a lot more to recovery than shoving the twelve steps down someone’s throat.

Healthy treatment does not just give you a time out, put a band-aid on a wound the size of a decubicus ulcer, and send you on your way. Healthy treatment does not shame or degrade a human being, instead it heals low self esteem and empowers the individual to reach new heights. Healthy treatment gives you what you need to feel good physically, emotionally and spiritually. Healthy treatment reignites the spirit and restores the joy of living. Healthy treatment is holistic treatment of mind, body and spirit.

Recently the Art & Entertainment Network‘s show INTERVENTION, introduced America to a heroin addict using in her bathroom. We witnessed her progress while in treatment at North Miami’s G&G Holistic Addiction Treatment Program, better known as THE HOLISTIC CENTER. A sober year later, this woman is now working for the treatment center which helped her on her path to recovery. The before and after pictures are astonishing. We see two different people: 1) a heroin addict standing in a six hour long vegetative state in front of her bathroom mirror, nodding off after shooting up, and 2) a bright eyed, confident, joyful woman who is an inspiration to others, and who is self-supporting financially and emotionally. Her intervention was the bridge that transported her from the dead zone and gave her the opportunity to recover.

Think of an intervention as a cargo ship that transports the addict from active addiction to a destination, which is the protection of a addiction treatment facility (http://www. addictiontreatmentcenter. com). The captain is the facilitator. The crew is made of up of trusted family, friends, and co-workers. You have done your research and have a timetable and destination in mind.

Your cargo is your loved one and his emotional baggage. As Captain, you must steer the ship. Each crew member takes a turn at the helm, speaking his truth in love, chipping away at the addict’s anchor of denial. By the time, each person has shared their truth, feelings, needs, fears, and hope, the family will have traveled a great distance from denial into truth, and thoroughly defined the problem. It is now time to offer a solution.

Holistic Treatment is a solution, a blessing. Imagine treatment as a well of healing waters, not a prison from which you need to escape. It is imperative that the addict understand that they are receiving a gift, not punishment. Regardless of the mask’s of arrogance and defiance, the core of every addict is shame, guilt, self-hatred and fear. Love motivates and empowers. Acceptance waters the soul and facilitates healing and spiritual wellness.

In this day and age, when addiction recovery treatment (http://www. drugrehabprogram. net) is a billion dollar industry with pitiful success ratios, it is imperative to know that there is HOLISTIC TREATMENT that works, addressing the mind, body, and soul. Holistic treatment not only has the highest recovery rates, individuals seem to thrive, find genuine happiness, joy for living, and peace of mind.

For more information on Interventions (http://www. druginterventions. net) and Drug and Alcohol Addiction call 800-559-9503 or visit the following sites:

Http://www. druginterventions. net (http://www. druginterventions. net)
Http://www. helpaddicts. com (http://www. helpaddicts. com)
Http://www. dual-diagnosis. net (http://www. dual-diagnosis. net)

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Vertrue Offers Career Opportunities in Direct Marketing

Undergraduate and Graduate Entry into a Dynamic Growth Industry

Norwalk, CONN. (PRWEB) May 24, 2006

Vertrue Incorporated (http://www. vertrue. com/corpro_career_ops. asp), a leading consumer services marketing company in the $160 billion direct marketing industry, is offering internships for undergraduate and graduate students who want to enter one of the most dynamic businesses in the U. S. economy. It’s estimated that direct marketing generates $1.85 trillion in sales, or more than 10 percent of U. S. GDP*. And, thanks to the reach of the Internet and the growth of overnight delivery services, direct marketing is one of the fastest growing economic segments: sales driven by it are forecast to grow by 6.4% through 2009, versus 4.8% for the rest of the economy.

Vertrue and the Direct Marketing Industry

The industry comprises several distinct but interrelated sub-categories: direct mail (catalogue and non-catalogue), telemarketing, direct response (print and broadcast), insert media, and Internet marketing (e-mail, banner advertising, affiliate programs, search engine marketing). We’re engaged in many of them, but it’s the opportunity represented by Internet marketing that is driving the vision at Vertrue.

Vertrue’s Consumer Programs and Client Partners

Retail purchasing, direct order and fundraising collectively account for just over half of all direct marketing annual expenditure. Lead generation – finding customers, sales channels and business buyers – accounts for the other 47%. And this is the main goal of the various membership and loyalty programs offered to consumers by Vertrue on behalf of our client partners. We’re in the business of offering opportunity: access to daily life-enhancing savings and services for consumers in healthcare, security, discounts, personals, and personal property; and tools, channels, marketing skills and customer support for corporate partners to reach them. Our programs have millions of members and our client partners include many of leading brand-name U. S. manufacturers and service companies.

Vertrue’s 2006 Summer Internship (http://www. vertrue. com/corpro_career_ops. asp), our seventh consecutive annual program, provides valuable on-the-job learning and real-life experience to successful candidates who are interested in a career in our challenging industry. We offer twelve different career paths at our Norwalk, CT, headquarters, which are: Accounting/Finance, Client Services, Corporate Reporting, Creative, Human Resources, Information Services, Information Technology, Print Production, Product Management, Product Marketing, Sales, and Online Marketing.

Candidates wishing to be considered for a Vertrue 2006 internship can e-mail a resume to Vertrue. com, together with a cover letter stating the department that interests them and detailing their motivation for an intern position with Vertrue.

All figures from The DMA (http://www. the-dma. org/research/economicimpact2005ExecSummary. pdf)

About Vertrue

Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn., Vertrue Incorporated (http://www. vertrue. com/corpro_career_ops. asp) is a leading Internet marketing services company. Vertrue gives consumers access to services that offer substantial discounts and convenience for important decisions in their everyday lives. Vertrue's valued services span healthcare, personal property, security/insurance, discounts and personals and are all offered online through an array of marketing channels. Vertrue is a premier marketing partner to corporate clients, and its services enable partners to enhance market presence, strengthen customer affinity and generate additional value.

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Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla Receives NAPBC Accreditation

Scripps Polster Breast Care Center Granted Three-year Designation

La Jolla, CA (Vocus) September 2, 2009

The Scripps Polster Breast Care (http://www. scripps. org/breasthealth) Center at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla has been granted a three-year, full accreditation designation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), a program administered by the American College of Surgeons. The Scripps Polster Breast Care Center one of only three facilities in California to receive this prestigious designation.

Accreditation by the NAPBC is given only to those centers that have voluntarily committed to provide the highest level of quality breast care (http://www. scripps. org/breasthealth) and undergo a rigorous evaluation process and review of their performance. During the survey process, the center must demonstrate compliance with standards established by the NAPBC for treating women who are diagnosed with breast disease. The standards include proficiency in the areas of center leadership, clinical management, research, community outreach, professional education, and quality improvement. A breast center that achieves NAPBC accreditation has demonstrated a firm commitment to offer its patients every significant advantage in their battle against breast disease.

"We're proud to be one of only two centers in California to receive the NAPBC designation because this recognizes the high quality breast care (http://www. scripps. org/breasthealth) that we provide and signifies our ongoing commitment to excellence for our patients and our community," says Mary K. Wilde, MD, medical director of the Scripps Polster Breast Care Center.

The Scripps Polster Breast Care Center provides a wide spectrum of screening and diagnostic options for breast disease. Breast health services include education, prevention, early detection and treatment of breast cancer and other breast diseases.
The NAPBC is a consortium of professional organizations dedicated to improving quality of care and monitoring of outcomes of patients with diseases of the breast. This mission is pursued through standard-setting, scientific validation, and patient and professional education. Its board membership includes professionals from 15 national organizations that reflect the full spectrum of breast care.
Receiving care at a NAPBC-accredited center ensures that a patient will have access to:
Comprehensive care, including a full range of state-of-the-art services A multidisciplinary team approach to coordinate the best treatment options Information about ongoing clinical trials and new treatment options Quality breast care close to home.

For more information about the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, visit its Web site at www. accreditedbreastcenters. org.

About Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

Established in 1924 by Ellen Browning Scripps, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla has been one of Southern California's premier medical centers for more than 80 years. Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla offers a wide range of clinical, surgical and specialty services including a Level II Trauma Center and 24-hour emergency services, intensive care, interventional cardiology and radiology, radiation oncology, cardiothoracic and orthopedic services, neurology, bariatric surgery and women's health services. The hospital is consistently recognized for quality patient care and was the first in San Diego to be designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nursing Association for excellence in patient care. More information can be found at www. scripps. org.

Contact:

Lisa Ohmstede
Phone: 858-626-7142
Cell: 858-361-7031
Ohmstede. lisa (at) scrippshealth (dot) org

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Tuesday, January 18, 2005

Vitacap Labs Announces the Launch of Their New Contract Manufacturing Services Website

Vitacap Labs, a leading provider of nutraceutical contract manufacturing services is proud to announce the launch of their new website.

Farmingdale, NY (PRWEB) January 19, 2010

Vitacap Labs, a New York-based nutraceutical contract manufacturer, is proud to announce the launch of its new website (http://vitacaplabs. com/?utm_source=PRWeb_com&utm_medium=Website_Launch_Press_Release&utm_term=2010-01-19&utm_content=Homepage&utm_campaign=Homepage_text_Link). The website features a number of detailed “service and capabilities” sections, as well as request a quote and contact forms that enable visitors to either request additional information regarding all of Vitacap Labs’ contract manufacturing services or to submit a nutraceutical manufacturing quote request.

Vitacap’s mission is to provide its customers with expert services in all areas of nutraceutical contract and private-label manufacturing (http://vitacaplabs. com/private-labeling-manufacturers/?utm_source=PRWeb_com&utm_medium=Website_Launch_Press_Release&utm_term=2010-01-19&utm_content=Private_Label_Page&utm_campaign=Private_Label_Page_Text_Link). Its 280,000 square foot, GMP-certified facility contains state-of-the-art equipment and manufacturing devices, allowing for top-of-the-line product testing and formulation, as well as rapid turnaround on all packaging and shipment. This is the premier one-stop shop for all your nutraceutical manufacturing needs!

Brian Urraro, Senior Account Manager at Vitacap Labs says, “Vitacap Labs is breaking into the market at a time when consumers are more aware of their health and well-being than ever before. Nutrition and overall mental and physical well-being are in the forefront of consumers’ minds during this time of economic crisis when medical expenses are escalating. People want to get healthy and stay healthy!” Urraro added, “We know that consumers are savvier than ever before. That’s why we are offering suppliers’ quality, GMP-certified contract manufacturing and private labeling services that not only meet, but exceed their expectations. Additionally, our team of in-house research scientists, marketing executives, and graphic designers are ready to work with clients to produce the highest standard of product that is necessary to succeed in today’s competitive marketplace.”

With Vitacap’s qualified team of service professionals ready to assist you, requesting a quote (http://vitacaplabs. com/get-a-quote/?utm_source=PRWeb_com&utm_medium=Website_Launch_Press_Release&utm_term=2010-01-19&utm_content=Request_A_Quote_Page&utm_campaign=Request_A_Quote_Page_Text_Link) is quick and simple. Whether you visit them online or call directly, customers can expect to receive a quote back within 48 hours or less!

About Vitacap Labs:

Vitacap Labs is a full service nutraceutical contract manufacturer, specializing in vitamin and supplement manufacturing, private label and package design, as well as order fulfillment and drop shipping services. Their GMP-certified facility with advanced technology and machinery offers precision contract manufacturing of all their customer’s products and prompt delivery schedules. For more information about their nutraceutical contract manufacturing services, visit their website (http://vitacaplabs. com/?utm_source=PRWeb_com&utm_medium=Website_Launch_Press_Release&utm_term=2010-01-19&utm_content=Homepage_Bottom&utm_campaign=Homepage_Bottom_Text_Link) or you may call 1-800-664-7475 to speak with one of their knowledgeable service professionals.

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The Midas Touch to Debt Problems (A-Z of Debt Solution)

In the present era when debt burdens are a recurrent problem debt solutions are also available at a random. There are various options to solve your debts and be debt free within a short span. All you have to do is to choose the right path. While bankruptcy is losing popularity, debt consolidation is highly recommended to solve your debts.

(PRWEB) February 16, 2005

In the present era where financial breakdowns and debt problems rein supreme, some programs like http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com/diy/ (http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com/diy/) can turn your nightmares into sunny beginnings. The consumer debts in America have reached staggering levels after more than doubling over the past 10 years.

According to the figures from the Federal Reserve Board, consumer debt hit $1.98 trillion in October 2003, up from $1.5 trillion three years ago. There are presently 5 to 7million Americans, who are financially overstressed. The fourth quarter of 2004 found consumers exhibiting little confidence in the economy, with unemployment at 5.4 per cent, individual bankruptcy filings at an annual rate of about1.6 million. Americans pay more than $65 billion dollars in interest to banks annually, and unsecured credit delinquencies are at an all-time high.

According to American Consumer Credit Counseling, the total U. S. credit card debt in the first quarter of 2002 was approximately $60 billion. Credit card debt carried by the average American: $8,562 (Approx.). From 82 million in 1990 to 144 million in 2003Â— the amount they charged during that period grew by a much larger percentage: approximately 350 percent, from $338 billion to $1.5 trillion.

With the major options a debtor has today clearing your debts is become a lot easier.

Debt Consolidation: According to the survey in 2004, thousands of debt struck people has been benefited by the debt consolidation program. Debt consolidation programs consolidate your entire loan in a single amount and your late fees are also deducted. This is the most popular way of solving your debts in the new millennium. View more info in: ( http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com (http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com))

Bankruptcy: Data compiled by the Administrative Office of the U. S. Courts show that the number of bankruptcy filings (dominated by personal filings) dropped by about 1 percent during the 12 months that ended June 30, 2004, from 1.65 million to 1.63 million. Personal bankruptcy filings have nearly doubled in the past decade, rising 7.4 percent to more than 1.6 million in the 12 months ending September 30, 2003. Â“Total bankruptcy filings remain at historic highs. Chapter7 and Chapter13 Bankruptcy: Statistics released by the administrative office of U. S. Courts show that a total of 388,864 new non-business bankruptcy filing in the United States during the quarter ended September 30, 2004, including 274,196 chapter 7 filings and 114,454 chapter 13 filings.(http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com/avoid-bankruptcy. html (http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com/avoid-bankruptcy. html))

Debt Settlement: With debt settlement, a third party or you yourself negotiate with your creditors to reduce the debt amount. Debt Settlement agencies work with your creditors to reduce your debt balance, sometimes by as much as 50-75%. Let's say you have racked up $20,000 in unsecured credit card debts. You owe $10,000 to one credit card Company, $6,000 to another one, and $4,000 to a third one. You agree to contract for a five year debt settlement plan where you pay $250 a month to the Debt settlement company. $250 a month for five years is only $15,000, so you're saving $5,000 and you'll be debt-free in just five years by opting Debt Settlement Plan.( http://www. debtconsoldationcare. com/debt-settlement. html (http://www. debtconsoldationcare. com/debt-settlement. html))

Debt Management Programs: More than 3 million people contacted a credit counseling company last year for help in managing debts. Credit counselors collected about $7 billion in payments as part of debt-management plans, which typically allow consumers to pay back their credit cards and other unsecured loans in three to four years at reduced interest rates. Clients who successfully completed a DMP felt that it provided a wealth of different benefits, both immediately and long run. Almost 85% of clients felt that the ability to payoff their debt was beneficial and almost 55 % felt that the plan helped stop collection calls. A Total of almost 38% felt that they improved their credit worthiness and almost 51% felt that they improved their overall financial status.( http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com/debt-management. html (http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com/debt-management. html))

Credit Counseling: Credit counseling agencies help you to be debt free, but basically they donÂ’t consolidate your debt. They will work out payment plans with lower interest rate and fees for your outstanding debts. YouÂ’ll make one monthly payment to the counseling agency, which will pay all your creditors. Nearly 9 million people in financial trouble have some contact with a consumer credit counseling agency each year.(http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com/credit-counseling. html (http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com/credit-counseling. html))

Budgeting: Budgeting is also a very important aspect in the debt solution plan. Make a budget plan and curtail any unnecessary expense. In a recent survey of average U. S Budget per household shows that a household allocates 33% of his total Income in housing, 13% in food, 5% in apparel and services, 19% in transportation,5% in Health care,5% in entertainment, 9% in personal insurance and pensions,1% in life insurance and 10% for other items.( http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com//budget-advice. html (http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com//budget-advice. html))

Home Equity Loan: There has been an increasing growth in the home equity rate in U. S. By the first quarter of 2003, home equity loan growth outpaced credit card growth by an average of 5.6 percentage points. By the same quarter in 2004, that figure jumped to 8.4 percent. What's more, U. S. home equity debt was at a record high of $415 billion for the second quarter in 2004, which is a 10 percent jump over the previous quarter, the FDIC reports. If home equity debt keeps increasing at current levels, it's on pace to break $500 billion by the end of the year.

These above mentioned methods can lend a Midas touch to all your debt and financial problems.

For deeper insight into debt related matters view:

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Http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com/debt-free. html (http://www. debtconsolidationcare. com/debt-free. html)

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