Essential Oil Mosquito Repellents “Nothing New”

Essential Oil Mosquito Repellents “Nothing New”

Although the Centers for Disease Control are only just now recommending mosquito repellents made from essential oils, theyÂ’ve been around and working extremely well for over 10 years.

Eugene, OR (PRWEB) June 8, 2005

After years of promoting DEET as the best mosquito repellent, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have added new recommendations that include the oil of lemon eucalyptus. But essential oils are nothing new to those who donÂ’t like using harsh chemicals.

In fact, repellents made from essential oils have been available for ten years through outdoor and natural product shops. Sold under various brands such as Buzz Away, Natrapel and All Terrain, these repellents are available in spray, lotion, towelette and even candle form.

How well do they work compared to the new CDC recommendations? Several studies show that Buzz Away, which counts Lemongrass, Eucalyptus and Citronella Oils among its ingredients, is extremely effective. James Heal, who headed up a field study conducted at the University of Guelph, in Ontario, Canada wrote, "The protection provided by Buzz Away is not statistically different from protection provided by Off! (a DEET-based repellent)." In addition, ABC's Prime Time Live news magazine and Good Housekeeping Magazine found Buzz Away to be the most effective natural repellent they tested.

Apparently, consumers agree. Buzz Away is the number one brand in natural product stores, with more than twice the sales of the number two brand. Setting it apart from most other natural brands is the fact that it is EPA registered and can state on the label that it “Repels mosquitoes that may carry West Nile Virus.” (see www. quantumhealth. com for more information).

Plant oil based repellents work on a simple principal. The term mosquito repellent” is actually a misnomer. Mosquitoes are not really “repelled” by either essential oils or DEET; instead, a ‘repellent’ masks the attractants on the body so that mosquitoes have a difficult time finding their prey. And, of course, repellents do not kill mosquitoes.

Mosquitoes can sense us from as far as 50 yards away. They are attracted to the Carbon Dioxide that we release when breathing and the lactic acid in our sweat. The less a person sweats, the fewer bites heÂ’ll get. Mosquitoes are also attracted by various soaps, skin lotions, deodorants and cosmetics.

Essential oils effectively mask these attractants, which is why Buzz Away is so effective at repelling mosquitoes. Buzz Away contains the oils of Eucalyptus, Lemongrass, Citronella, Cedarwood and Peppermint. It is available in spray and towelette form for easy use on children and available in the US and in Canada.

More Mosquito Control Tips:

Get rid of standing water around the house - mosquitoes can breed there. Put holes in the bottom of containers that are left outdoors. Turn over plastic pools or other water containers when not in use. Clean out birdbaths and clogged roof gutters. Clean and chlorinate swimming pools that are not in use. If you have livestock, thoroughly clean their troughs every month. Avoid the outdoors at dusk, in the early evening or at dawn when mosquitoes are heaviest. If you are outdoors during those times, wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants. Bear in mind that mosquitoes can bite through thin cloth.

Quantum, Inc. — Natural Products That Make a Difference —Quantum is a natural product company founded in 1981 that specializes in unique formulations designed to help people feel and look their best. Key categories include cold sore and canker sore treatments, cold and flu relief, natural insect repellents, head lice treatments, skin care and immune support. Based in Eugene, OR, Quantum’s makes over 50 products which are distributed throughout the United States and Canada and on the Internet. For more information, call toll-free at 1-800-448-1448 or visit www. quantumhealth. com.

Contact: David Shaw 310-313-4799 for information

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American Sentinel University Adds Nanotechnology Focus to Online MBA Program

American Sentinel University Adds Nanotechnology Focus to Online MBA Program

Nanotechnology Option is no small matter for online Executive MBA students.

Englewood, CO (PRWEB) March 16, 2006

Nanotechnology, and its application in manufacturing, health sciences, materials, and other industries, is reshaping the business of business. In response to this development and student demand, American Sentinel University is introducing a Nanotechnology Option to its online Executive MBA program.

“As leaders within their organizations, American Sentinel students already experience the impact of new, disruptive technologies. The Nanotechnology Option will enable them to develop the insight necessary to take advantage of these technologies as they emerge,” said Dr. Rick Oliver, CEO, American Sentinel University. Oliver announced the Nanotechnology Option while speaking at a manufacturing excellence conference.

Jayesh Doshi, CEO of high technology nanofiber manufacturing company eSpin Technologies, observed, “Nanotech can be a major growth driver in this country. If governments help fund it, the technology will be developed here and manufacturing jobs will be created in the US.”

Government investments are indeed increasing: the current U. S. federal budget earmarks $1.2 billion for National Nanotechnology Initiative, and for good reason. According to a recent study by the nanotechnology industry publication Small Times, the average annual salary globally in micro and nanotechnology is $84,605. In the United States, the average salary is $97,978.

This enhancement to the existing Executive MBA program enables American Sentinel students to more thoroughly understand the impact and implications of nanotechnology. This option will involve a strategic capstone project course that will include relevant readings and cases, and students will select for their project an organization that is impacted by the forces of nanotechnology.

American Sentinel Executive MBA students learn from highly qualified faculty with both academic and industry experience, and use a unique blend of real-time interactive virtual classroom sessions and various self-paced learning modules. This program targets mid-career professionals, who seek to enhance their careers by learning together with motivated student peers. The Executive MBA program is delivered entirely online and can be completed in less than two years.

American Sentinel University (www. AmericanSentinel. edu), founded as a Vanderbilt University Technology Company, is an accredited institution that delivers to its students and their employers the competitive advantages of unique online education programs focused on the needs of high growth sectors. For more information, please contact:

Rick Oliver 

American Sentinel University

615-300-5555 mobile

Jeff Benson

American Sentinel University

303-991-1575 x 225 office

303-881-7888 mobile

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SBLI USA Mutual Life Insurance Company, Inc. Elects Dr. Evelyn Murphy to Chairman; David Jefferson, Sr. to Serve as Vice Chair

SBLI USA Mutual Life Insurance Company, Inc. Elects Dr. Evelyn Murphy to Chairman; David Jefferson, Sr. to Serve as Vice Chair

SBLI USA Mutual Life Insurance Company, Inc. today announced the election of Dr. Evelyn Murphy to chair its board of directors. Dr. Murphy will succeed Joseph Mancino, retired CEO and president of The Roslyn Savings Bank.

New York (Vocus) January 6, 2010

SBLI USA (http://www. sbliusa. com) Mutual Life Insurance Company, Inc. today announced the election of Dr. Evelyn Murphy (http://www. wageproject. org/files/evelyn. php) to chair its board of directors. Dr. Murphy will succeed Joseph Mancino, retired CEO and president of The Roslyn Savings Bank. Mancino has retired as chairman of SBLI USA after serving on the board since 1991. David Jefferson, Sr. (https://www. sbliusa. com/english/pages/about_us/media_center/company_background/leadership/Board_Directors_Team_Bios/David_Jefferson. html) will serve as vice chair. SBLI USA is a leading financial services provider with more than 300,000 policyholders and over $1.4 billion in assets. The company is dedicated to serving the people who make America work.

Dr. Murphy has served as a director on SBLI USA’s board since 2000. Most recently she has served as the company’s vice chairman of the board. During her tenure she has actively participated in the nationwide expansion of the company and has been a driving force in SBLI USA’s women’s initiative. This initiative is a grass roots effort that includes the recent launch of a women-centric microsite, S-women.

Dr. Murphy, an economist, is the founder and president of the Wage Project, Inc., and author of Getting Even: Why Women Don’t Get Paid Like Men and What to Do About It. She is a former health care executive and Lieutenant Governor in Massachusetts. Murphy has served as corporate director of several publicly traded financial institutions, and currently serves on the board of Citizens Energy Corporation. She holds a PhD in economics from Duke University.

Vice Chair, Jefferson, is president and CEO of JNET Communications, LLC, a technology services holding company that includes among its family of companies Vitel Communications and ServiCom LLC. Prior to his association with JNET, Jefferson worked for AT&T for more than 30 years. He serves on the board of directors of the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority, as director and co-chair of the 1,000 Churches Connected Initiative, and as chairman of the Grambling State University Black & Gold Foundation. He also serves as senior pastor of the Metropolitan Baptist Church of Newark. Jefferson is a graduate of MIT and Capitol Law School, and is a member of the American and the New Jersey Bar Associations.

“We are privileged to have Evelyn and David as our new chair and vice chair,” says Vikki Pryor (https://www. sbliusa. com/staticContent/PDF/Crains50PowerfulWomen_NY. pdf), president and CEO of SBLI USA. “Not only will their expertise in corporate leadership and government be an asset in achieving preservation and growth of our policyholder value, but their commitment and ideals will continue to provide strategic direction for SBLI USA.”

About SBLI USA
SBLI USA markets a wide range of life insurance products nationwide with a focus on women and underserved communities. This focus on diverse markets is mirrored in the company’s multicultural representation; the company speaks 20 languages, is 64 percent multi-cultural, and women comprise 60 percent of the company’s board of directors and 57 percent of its associates. As part of its commitment to underserved communities, the company offers a fully bilingual web site and recently launched a women-centric microsite dedicated solely to the financial education and empowerment of women. S-women, the first volunteer women’s advisory board, was formed as part of the company’s grass roots women’s initiative. To learn more visit: www. sbliusa. com or www. sbliusa. com/women (http://www. sbliusa. com/women )

SBLI USA Mutual Life Insurance Company, Inc. is the parent company to SBLI USA Holdings, Inc., which owns subsidiary companies S. USA Life Insurance Company, Inc., and SBLI USA Diversified Services Company, Inc. SBLI USA and its subsidiaries are licensed in 49 states, the District of Columbia, the U. S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. With more than $15 billion of insurance in force, $1.4 billion in assets, $111 million in surplus capital, 200 associates and over 300,000 policyholders, the company is committed to offering affordable, flexible and easy-to-access products through a variety of integrated channels, including direct mail, telemarketing, a bilingual Web site, licensed agents, and walk-in Customer Centers.

CONTACT: SUE BUSBY
312.777.2428
Sbusby(at)sbliusa(dot)com

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A New Home for Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond

A New Home for Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond

Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond has launched a new website. Private midwifery services and childbirth education are now available via one easy-to-use information service.

(PRWEB) March 23, 2010

The new website uses a clean and easy navigational system to provide users with easy access to contact details of health care professionals, parental forums and pregnancy products.

Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond has been offering support to parents for over 18 years. It aims to support and educate new and expectant parents, and to enhance awareness about the option of natural birth.

Jane Palmer, founder and director of the organisation, sees this website as “a great communication medium between maternity care professionals and parents, as well as offering parent to parent support. It opens wider horizons and opinions about pregnancy and birthing, increasing awareness and knowledge.”

“Often parents do not consider the alternatives for birth and pregnancy. With my many years of experience as a midwife and childbirth educator, I recognise the need of parents to have access to quality and balanced information to make informed decisions. Through Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond we support informed choice and women-friendly maternity care”

HIGHLIGHTS OF PREGNANCY, BIRTH AND BEYOND
  ‘find a practitioner’ search option   up-to-date news and debates on alternative childbirth and parenting   information on birth choices, midwifery and breastfeeding   childbirth and parenting Information for mothers and fathers   online shopping facility for a wide range of merchandise, including birth preparation and breastfeeding products   a clean, easy-to-read homepage   easy navigation tools

Welcome to Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond. A new look for parents.

For more information on Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond please visit our new website at www. pregnancy. com. au (http://www. pregnancy. com. au) or contact Jane directly.

Jane Palmer 
Director of Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond
Ph: (02) 9873 1750
Www. pregnancy. com. au

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Sudden Drop in Demand for Employment Dispute Lawyers

Sudden Drop in Demand for Employment Dispute Lawyers

Dramatic increase in employment disputes may have now peaked with a 7.4% drop in employment related enquiries in the past month

(PRWEB) December 18, 2009

There has been a sharp and unexpected drop in demand for legal advice on employment disputes in the past month, reveals figures from Contact Law, the UK’s leading provider of client introductions to a network of over 500 UK law firms.

Contact Law, part of Thomson Reuters, says enquiries by individuals and businesses requiring employment law advice fell by around 8% in October. Contact Law explains that this is the first break in a rising tide of employment disputes it has been contacted about since the start of the year.

Contact Law says that this sudden reversal is in stark contrast to the 77% jump in demand for employment lawyers it recorded over the first nine months of this year.

James Vintin, Managing Director of Contact Law comments: “Demand for specialist employment lawyers has surged all this year. The impact of the recession provided fertile ground for disputes between employers and their staff.”

“These latest figures indicate that the dramatic rise in recession related disputes may now have peaked as confidence in the economy begins to recover, job cuts slow and the pressure of working in a fast shrinking economy eases.”

“Set against the growth in requests for other legal experts that we received over the same period this actually equates to a decrease in enquiries relating to employment disputes in real terms of 19%.”

According to Contact Law the recession triggered an increase in demand for employment dispute specialists for a number of reasons including:
 Rising redundancies have led to unfair dismissal claims  Employers have become more active in managing out under performing staff leading to disputes over constructive dismissals  Cases being settled out of court require a solicitor to draft a compromise agreement  Employees are also challenging reductions in bonuses and to non-payroll benefits  A rise in internal disputes and a general souring of working relationships caused by tougher market conditions have to claims for bullying and discrimination

Says James Vintin: “The downturn has created a pressure cooker environment in many workplaces that inevitably leads to employment disputes.”

“Now that the strains of the recession appear to be subsiding, and job cuts are slowing, the rise in employment disputes should taper off.”

Each month Contact Law refers thousands of qualified prospective clients to a growing network of over 5,000 solicitors across all areas of law throughout the UK.

Notes to Editors:

Contact Law (www. contactlaw. co. uk) is the UK’s leading provider of client introductions to UK small and medium-sized solicitors firms. The business is based in London where its team of trained case handlers manage the introduction of thousands of client enquiries every month to its network of solicitors across the UK.

Thomson Reuters (www. thomsonreuters. com) is the world’s leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals. Combining industry expertise with innovative technology to deliver critical information to leading decision makers in the financial, legal, tax and accounting, scientific, healthcare and media markets, powered by the world’s most trusted news organization. With headquarters in New York and major operations in London and Eagan, Minnesota, Thomson Reuters employs more than 50,000 people in 93 countries. Thomson Reuters shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: TRI); Toronto Stock

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MedTouch Launches Revitalized Website for Sterling Life Insurance Company

MedTouch Launches Revitalized Website for Sterling Life Insurance Company

MedTouch and Sterling Life Insurance Company Create a Consumer-Centric Online Presence Catering to Members in all 50 States.

Cambridge, MA (PRWEB) June 30, 2010

MedTouch (http://www. medtouch. com), a leading provider of interactive, web-based solutions for healthcare organizations, is pleased to announce the launch of a revitalized online presence for Sterling Life Insurance Company (http://www. sterlinghealth. com/). The new website includes a full redesign and implementation of a robust content management system tailored to Sterling’s specific business needs. Located in Bellingham, WA, Sterling Life Insurance Company provides insurance solutions for members in all 50 states. Sterling offers a variety of group and individual Medicare insurance plans including Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement and Medicare Prescription Drug plans. Sterling also offers individual non-Medicare insurance plans including critical condition, long term care and life insurance policies.

“The relaunch of sterlinghealth. com represents a significant milestone for Sterling and our online presence. The new site better represents our business and products and provides an improved user experience for potential customers, current members and healthcare providers. The upgraded technology platform positions Sterling for future enhancements as we create a stronger web presence,” said Gary Boyd, Chief Administrative Officer of Sterling.

Sterling's website redesign was motivated by the need for online and offline brand consistency and Sterling’s desire to develop a consumer-centric web presence. Advanced site functionality allows visitors to search, compare and sign up for health plans online, streamlining member transactions. The site’s engaging design and presentation establishes trust and aligns with Sterling’s excellent offline reputation. The new content-driven site also now reflects the high level of quality of service otherwise experienced by members and partners.

“MedTouch is pleased to help Sterling establish a solid online foundation to improve provider, agent and customer satisfaction. The new site’s advanced functionality puts all the tools in the consumer’s hands for an improved Sterling customer experience,” said Paul Griffiths, CEO of MedTouch.

Sterling’s new site and content management system is powered by Sitecore (http://www. sitecore. net/), a provider of. NET Web Content Management System (CMS) software. Sitecore’s platform provides Sterling’s content editors with a powerful workflow process for assigning, reviewing, editing and publishing Web pages. In addition, Sitecore's solution includes document, management tools, site-wide search and tracking capabilities, and search engine optimization capabilities.

“By collaborating with MedTouch, Sterling leveraged the firm’s creative and design expertise and Sitecore’s CMS platform to provide customers an engaging Web experience – furthering strengthening customer loyalty,” said Jason Crea, VP Client and Partner Engagement, Sitecore. “To support the ever changing healthcare industry and keep up with online consumer behaviors, MedTouch and Sitecore are helping companies like Sterling provide an innovative Web experience that offers more timely and accurate information at lower costs.”

About MedTouch
Whether consumer-focused web sites, employee-focused Intranets, or online recruitment efforts, MedTouch makes healthcare interactive. MedTouch provides strategy, design, technology, interactive marketing and innovation through its software and professional services practice. Clients include nationally-ranked academic medical centers, community hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, health plans, and health care-related not-for-profits.

Headquarters:
MedTouch
24 Thorndike Rd
Cambridge, MA 02141
866-638-6824

About Sterling Life Insurance Company
Established in 1958, Sterling Life Insurance Company is rated A - (Excellent) by A. M. Best, and is dedicated to providing a variety of affordable healthcare solutions to Medicare beneficiaries. Sterling is licensed in all 50 states and the District of Columbia and has offices across the country. Sterling is a subsidiary of Munich Health North America, Inc. For more information, visit www. sterlinghealth. com.

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Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2011 with a Dinner & Hotel Package at Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel

Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2011 with a Dinner & Hotel Package at Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel

Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel in Boston Harbor invites guests to ring in 2011 with an exclusive, New Year’s Eve dinner and vacation package.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) December 19, 2010

The Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel and adjacent 606 Congress restaurant are inviting local partygoers and out-of-town travelers to toast to 2011 with a festive Boston New Year’s Eve hotel package, sure to set the stage for the ultimate celebration. Guests on the lookout for a budget-friendly and fun-filled New Year’s Eve holiday can take advantage of the 2011-inspired amenities available in the “New Year’s Eve Beantown Bonus” hotel package, which includes:
 Deluxe overnight accommodations for two  New Year’s Eve dinner in Boston Harbor for two at adjacent 606 Congress on New Year’s Eve (reservations required - 617-476-5606)  Late check-out of 2:11 p. m. on New Year’s Day  Complimentary use of the health club and lap pool

This Boston New Year’s Eve hotel deal starts at $259 per night and is based on double occupancy.

Reservations can be made at http://www. RenaissanceBoston. com by entering promotional code EVE, or by calling 1-800-HOTELS1 and asking for the “New Year’s Eve Beantown Bonus” package (code NYEA). Travelers must make reservations for New Year’s Eve dinner in advance by calling 617-476-5606. Package is based on availability, in not applicable to groups and is valid for the nights of 12/31/2010 and 1/1/2011 only. Taxes and gratuities are not included. Reservations must be made 72 hours in advance.

The Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel features 471 guestrooms and 21 suites, a sleek, marine-inspired interior design, as well as full health club facilities and a sparkling lap pool. The hotel is within walking distance to many major attractions, including the Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston Children’s Museum, New England Aquarium and more. It is conveniently located near downtown Boston and Logan International Airport. Adjacent to the hotel, 606 Congress restaurant offers spirited American fare with regional touches, under the creative direction of Michael Schlow and Restaurant Chef Greg Griffie.

The Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel has over 30 environmentally friendly initiatives in place, ranging from main-switches controlling power in all guest rooms to a complete hotel recycling/composting program and fifth floor green roof.

For hotel information and reservations, please call 1-800-hotels1, or 617.338.4111 or visit http://www. RenaissanceBoston. com.

RENAISSANCE HOTELS is an upscale brand with more than 140 properties in 28 countries that speaks to passionate travelers in search of authentic local discoveries when traveling for business or leisure. Renaissance Hotels has recently welcomed several new "gems" to its global collection – the ultra-modern Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe Hotel, the chic Renaissance New York Hotel 57 in Manhattan and the beautifully restored historic Eden Roc, a Renaissance Beach Resort and Spa in Miami, Florida. These hotels join a rich portfolio defined by distinctive and well-known icons such as the Mayflower Renaissance Hotel in Washington, D. C., the Blackstone Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, the Shelbourne Dublin Renaissance and the Renaissance Hotel Beijing. To make reservations and for more information about Renaissance Hotels, visit http://www. renaissancehotels. com. Follow Renaissance on Twitter at http://www. twitter. com/RenHotels.

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The Missing Link to Effective Weight Loss Is Addressed By Nationally Recognized Fitness Trainer, Dr. Fit, Sidney E. Reeves, CFT

The Missing Link to Effective Weight Loss Is Addressed By Nationally Recognized Fitness Trainer, Dr. Fit, Sidney E. Reeves, CFT,

Dr. Fit, nationally known for his work with overweight America, launches a cooperative website (WritingForWeightloss. com) to his daily fitness show to help individuals conquer the emotional issues associated with weight gain. “As a society, we have a stronger relationship with food than we sometimes do with our families. We have forgotten the purpose of eating, which is simply to nourish our bodies,” says Dr. Fit.

Ogden, UT (PRWEB) January 19, 2006

Since his appearance on the Oprah Winfrey show Dr. Fit has been working to break the myths surrounding weight loss. “There are no quick fixes and the sooner we realize this, the sooner we can get on with the real work at hand. Our society states that they understand this idea but it is not backed by action as is evident by the weight loss potions that still dominate the market.” An enthusiastic advocate of good nutrition and exercise Dr. Fit also subscribes to a deeper philosophy by addressing and changing the emotional connection to weight gain.

WritingForWeightloss. com is a membership website with all the tools necessary to help individuals conquer their self-defeating habits and get healthy. The website was designed around Dr. Fit’s personal philosophies of “strength of mind” to attain “strength of body.” Members utilize tools such as food planning logs, negative mood diary dumps, instilling positive internal talk through affirmations, and motivational writing tools.

To interview with Dr. Fit, please call his publicist Anne Marie Baugh at 435.723.8042. Media professionals are also invited to sign up for a free membership at: http://www. WritingForWeightloss. com/signup_free. php (http://www. WritingForWeightloss. com/signup_free. php)

Contact:

Anne Marie Baugh

Publicist to Dr. Fit, Sidney E. Reeves, CFT

435.723.8042

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LifeMed Alaska Hires New Chief Executive Officer

LifeMed Alaska Hires New Chief Executive Officer

LifeMed Alaska—the leader in Alaska’s critical care air ambulance industry with more than 2,000 rescue missions yearly—recently hired Gary Stromberg to fill the role of chief executive officer. A seasoned executive with more than 12 years of experience in healthcare leadership, Stromberg will assume his new duties at LifeMed Alaska on December 1.

Lenexa, KS (Vocus) November 12, 2009

LifeMed Alaska—the leader in Alaska’s critical care air ambulance industry with more than 2,000 rescue missions yearly—recently hired Gary Stromberg to fill the role of chief executive officer. A seasoned executive with more than 12 years of experience in healthcare leadership, Stromberg will assume his new duties at LifeMed Alaska on December 1.

“LifeMed provides a critical service for Alaska, connecting communities across the state with lifesaving healthcare. It is critical to have a strong, experienced leader like Gary at the helm,” said Bruce Lamoureux, member of the board of directors for LifeMed Alaska and chief operating officer of Providence Health & Services Alaska. “Gary has many years of experience leading air medical service companies. His financial management and relationship development skills will be a tremendous asset to the organization.”

Prior to joining LifeMed Alaska, Stromberg served as the air medical manager for ThedaStar, the air medical service for community health system Thedacare in Appleton, Wis. At ThedaStar, he had executive leadership responsibility for all air medical services. His career has included executive leadership positions at PHI Air Medical Services in Lafayette, La., and St. Joseph Hospital/Rocky Mountain Helicopters in Lexington, Ky. Stromberg is a registered nurse and holds a bachelor of science degree in management from the Frederick Taylor University in Moraga, Calif. He is also a Certified Medical Transport Executive through the Oglebay Department of Continuing Education.

“LifeMed Alaska was seeking an executive with a strong financial acumen and proven success managing the intricate logistics involved in air medical transport,” according to Kathy Noland, RN, Ph. D., senior vice president of executive search for B. E. Smith, the leadership solutions firm who conducted the nationwide CEO search for LifeMed Alaska. “With Gary’s experience in achieving outstanding financial performance and establishing air ambulance services at a number of organizations, he is a perfect fit for their needs.”

Using specialty medevac teams that include neonatal nurse practitioners and special medical directors for adult, pediatric, neonate, and high risk OB, in addition to an Anchorage-based communications center, LifeMed Alaska provides around-the-clock medical coverage and continual flight tracking. Headquartered in Anchorage, and with a base in Fairbanks, the company also operates rural service hubs in Soldotna, Bethel and the Mat-Su Valley. In November 2008, LifeMed Alaska was formed from the merger of LifeGuard Alaska, a department of Providence Alaska Medical Center, and AeroMed International, which was owned by the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corp. based in Bethel, Alaska. The medical crews from both founding partners provided LifeMed with 33 years of combined air medical evacuation experience.

“Gary is an expert in the development and growth of air and ground transport services, in addition to leading organizational and cultural integrations following mergers. His experience was exactly what we were looking for—we’re very excited to have him on board,” said Gene Peltola, LifeMed Alaska board of directors.

About LifeMed Alaska:
LifeMed Alaska, LLC, in Anchorage is a leader in Alaska's critical care air ambulance industry, flying in excess of 2,000 missions a year. LifeMed provides the most comprehensive medevac services in Alaska with transport services for adult, pediatric, neonate and high-risk obstetric patients using an advanced fleet of Learjets, turboprops and helicopters. For more information, visit www. lifemedalaska. com.

About B. E. Smith:
Founded in 1978, B. E. Smith is a full-service leadership solutions firm for healthcare providers. B. E. Smith’s comprehensive suite of services includes Interim Leadership, Permanent Executive Placements and Consulting Solutions. The company is comprised of veteran healthcare leaders who partner with each client to create a solution that uniquely fits that client’s individual needs. In 2008, B. E. Smith placed more than 600 leaders into healthcare organizations worldwide. For more information, visit www. BESmith. com or call 877-802-4593.

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Salt Therapy and the Beneficial Effects in Asthma, Allergy and Other Respiratory Diseases

Salt Therapy and the Beneficial Effects in Asthma, Allergy and Other Respiratory Diseases

A new Halotherapy or salt therapy device brings the benefits of Speleotherapy in the comfort of your home. Internationally gold and silver awarded device using natural, health-oriented methods of therapy as Halotherapy and Speleotherapy, helps people with respiratory problems.

(PRWEB) April 24, 2005

The benefits of salt therapy (also called Halotherapy) or speleotherapy are well known and documented in Europe. Halotherapy uses dry aerosol micro particles of salt and minerals to treat respiratory diseases and seeks to replicate the conditions of speleotherapy (from Greek speleos=cave), a treatment that has been practiced in old salt mines of Eastern Europe since the early 19th century.

In the mid 18th Century a Polish health official Felix Botchkowski, noticed that the workers of salt mines did not get ill with lung diseases. He wrote a book about the effects of salt dust in 1843. His successor Mstislav Poljakowski founded a Salt Spa in Velicko near Krakow, which is still in operation. During the Second World War salt mines were often used as bombproof shelters. After spending time there many people who suffered from asthma felt that their health had gotten better! Today there are many salt sanatoriums in Europe (Austria, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Russia Â…).

The Halotherapy belongs to the category of the physical therapies non-drug and non invasive treatments of diseases. In the former Soviet Union, medical researchers engaged in a concerted effort to develop physical therapies in order to avoid the costs and side effects of drug therapy as well as microbial and tumour resistance. Russia has become the world leader in developing and testing new and increasingly effective physical therapies. Many of the clinical trials have focussed on Halotherapy as a treatment of asthma and chronic bronchitis and also very effective as a main or adjuvant therapy across the entire range of upper and lower respiratory tract diseases.

Respiratory diseases are a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Most drug therapies of respiratory diseases have only palliative effects, and many have significant side effects, especially those with corticoids or steroids. So, a physical therapy like Halotherapy is much needed.

Speleotherapy also makes a great demand on patients' time. The mines are not conveniently located for most people and the total cost is fairly significant.

An internationally recognized Romanian invention, a Halotherapy device Salin®, brings Speleotherapy to the comfort of your home in an affordable and convenient way.

The Salin® device is an air salinizer that uses forced ionization of the indoor air by salt sublimation creating a micro climate of dry aerosol salt therapy in your living space. The salt microcrystals are under 5 µm diameter and are able to penetrate deep into the lung.

The device has 4 clinical studies:

Asthma and Chronic Bronchitis Allergic Rhinopathy Ear Infection in Children Cystic Fibrosis.

Based on the clinical studies, the inhaled saline has bactericide, mucokinetic, hydrophilic, anti inflammatory properties, reducing inflammation in the whole respiratory tract, absorbing edema from the mucosa lining the airway passages leading to widening of the airway passages, restoring the normal transport of mucus and unclog blockages in the bronchi and bronchioles leading to rapid elimination of the residual tar and foreign allergens.

Edema of the nasal mucosa and the oropharynx and soft palate, causing nasal obstruction and snoring, will be diminished, leading to widening of the airway passage in the nose and the tubes of the sinuses and improving the sinuses drainage and reducing snoring. In the auditory tube, edema of the Eustachian tube causing ear infection, will be diminished, leading to widening of the airway passages, better drainage and better aeration behind the tympanic membrane.

Based on these, the Salin® device has beneficial effects in the treatment of:

Asthma and Chronic Bronchitis COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Allergic Rhinopathy or Hay Fever Cystic Fibrosis Sinusitis Ear Infections Smoking Cough Various acute or chronic respiratory disease Reduce snoring and activates better sleep by clearing the airway passages in oropharyngeal region Increased resistance to Cold & Flu by opening and clearing the nasal airway and improving the drainage of the sinuses Humidifies the bronchial secretions reducing bronch-spasm and facilitating elimination of the smoke residual tar, phlegm expel and other allergens Improves the quality of the indoor air by eliminating the dust, cigarette smoke, bad odours, mold and mites, having bactericide reduction properties.

It is a natural method of therapy adapted to the living space and it does not involve any risk. The device is not a substitute for medical treatment and should only be used as an adjuvant.

Testimonial :*(Used for Asthma and Sinusitis)

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Home Instead Senior Care Program Offers Free Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)

Home Instead Senior Care Program Offers Free Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)

The Home Instead Senior Care® network, the world’s largest provider of non-medical in-home care for seniors, is now offering free continuing education credits (CEUs) in conjunction with the organization’s Family Caregiver Support Webinar Series program. The program, titled Caring for Your Parents: Education for the Family Caregiver, has been adapted for CEU accreditation in cooperation with the American Society on Aging (ASA).

Omaha, NE (Vocus) October 19, 2010

The Home Instead Senior Care® network, the world’s largest provider of non-medical in-home care for seniors, is now offering free continuing education credits (CEUs) in conjunction with the organization’s Family Caregiver Support Webinar Series program.

Caring for Your Parents: Education for the Family Caregiver(SM) is a family caregiver support series that addresses senior resistance to care and features a variety of topics such as choosing an in-home care provider, the signs of aging, long distance caregiving and communicating with aging parents. The program has been adapted for CEU accreditation in cooperation with the American Society on Aging (ASA).

The CEU courses are offered compliments of Home Instead Senior Care so there is no cost for the CEU. The first webinar, titled Recognizing the Signs of Aging and Need for Care, will be held October 27; a second webinar, Challenges of Communication between Older Adults and their Children, will be held November 17. Both are scheduled at 10 a. m. Pacific/11 a. m. Mountain/12 p. m. Central/1 p. m. Eastern Time. Participants can pre-register through ASA’s website at asaging. org/webseminars by clicking on the web seminar they wish to view and follow the instructions to register.

Pre-registration will be required for all webinars. Professionals will take a short survey online after the webinar and then will receive one hour of CEU credit through ASA. If a senior care professional is unable to participate in the live webinar, a recorded version will be available online for 60 days post-event, for which participants will still be able to obtain CEUs.

“We are pleased to offer this continuing education program as a way to thank the many senior care professionals we work with across the country who do so much to support older adults in their communities,” said Paul Hogan, co-founder and chairman of the Home Instead Senior Care network.

CEUs are available if the senior care professional is licensed in a field or profession from one of the boards listed below. Professionals who are not sure whether the licensing organization will accept a particular board’s CEUs should contact the organization before making their selection (one board per attendee, per event).

-- American Occupational Therapy Association
-- Association of Social Work Boards
-- Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research
-- California Association of Drug and Alcohol Counselors
-- California Board of Behavioral Sciences
-- California Board of Registered Nursing
-- National Academy of Certified Care Managers
-- National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards (pending)
-- National Board of Certified Counselors National Commission for Health Education

About Home Instead Senior Care

Founded in 1994 in Omaha, the Home Instead Senior Care® network is the world's largest provider of non-medical in-home care services for seniors, with more than 900 independently owned and operated franchises in 14 countries spanning four continents. Home Instead Senior Care local offices employ 65,000+ CAREGivers(SM) who provide more than 40 million hours of client service each year through activities including companionship, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, errands and shopping. Home Instead Senior Care founders Paul and Lori Hogan pioneered franchising in the non-medical senior care industry and are leading advocates for senior issues throughout the world. At Home Instead Senior Care, it’s relationship before task, while continuing to provide superior quality service that enhances the lives of seniors everywhere.

About The American Society On Aging

The American Society on Aging (ASA) is one of the nation’s largest associations of professionals working in the field of aging. ASA is a multidisciplinary professional association that produces a comprehensive array of educational programs and publications. ASA’s comprehensive resources, publications and educational programs are designed by experts in the field to enhance the knowledge and skills of people working with older adults and their families in a wide range of disciplines and settings. ASA members come from a multitude of professions ranging from the aging network to business and health care to form a larger community whose purpose is to learn, network and exchange ideas and connect with others who work with older adults. Members, subscribers and partners include social service and health care practitioners, educators, researchers, policymakers and leaders of the business and nonprofit sectors.

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Civil Jury Agrees with JZ Knight in 'JZK, Inc. Versus Whitewind Weaver'

Civil Jury Agrees with JZ Knight in 'JZK, Inc. Versus Whitewind Weaver'

Thurston County Superior Court jury awards damages to JZK, Inc.

Yelm, WA (PRWEB) September 24, 2008

JZ Knight, renowned channel and founder of Ramtha's School of Enlightenment (RSE) (www. ramtha. com), The Original School of Consciousness and Energy, based in Yelm, Washington, and JZK, Inc. are pleased that a civil jury in the case of 'JZK, Inc. versus Whitewind Weaver, et al' agreed that Whitewind Weaver, founder of Art of Life Coaching, Inc., used RSE's information and techniques in breach of her promise not to do so without permission.

The Thurston County Superior Court found RSE's Conditions of Participation agreement to be a valid and enforceable contract. That agreement is signed by beginning RSE students and says in part that the student agrees not to teach or otherwise disseminate information and techniques learned at RSE without written permission from the school. The jury also agreed that Art of Life Coaching, Inc. interfered with that contract. As a result, the jury awarded as damages to JZK, Inc. the $10,388 in revenue that ALC received for their August 2006 workshop where the breaches took place.

From 1994 through 2004 the record of Ms. Whitewind Weaver's audio, video and print material showed a consistent pattern of information, experiential activities and teaching methodologies that typically characterized her model of Spherical Reality and Art of Life Coaching events. That pattern began to change in 2005.

In January 2005 Ms. Weaver and her associates from ALC began attending Ramtha's School of Enlightenment, ostensibly as students studying together under a new teacher, and attended nearly every progressive event offered by RSE in Yelm, WA for 18 months.

Rather than wait for an invitation to teach at RSE or actively seek permission to use RSE's information and techniques, Ms. Weaver and her associates began to infuse RSE vocabulary, activities and teaching methods into their courses, apparently as early as March 2005 and culminating most obviously at the Health, Wealth and Wisdom workshop in August 2006.

Over the last 30 years that JZ Knight has been channeling Ramtha, she has been on a tremendous journey. Ramtha has taught over 100,000 people in over 60 nations. JZ Knight has met with world leaders and spoken to the United Nations. She has had to defend herself and Ramtha's teachings from many who wish to profit from her celebrity. This was the first time she has had to rely on a lawsuit against a student of RSE to preserve the integrity of the school's teachings. JZ Knight and JZK, Inc. are pleased that the jury was able to set aside any preconceived notions about the case and give all parties a fair hearing.

About JZ Knight:
JZ Knight was born in Roswell, New Mexico, in March 1946. She is the author of the bestselling autobiography, A State of Mind: My Story, the unique channel of Ramtha the Enlightened One, and one of the most charismatic leaders of the Schools of Ancient Wisdom and the Great Work in the world today.

Press Contacts for JZ Knight:
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Los Angeles, CA 90035
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T: 310.300.0950 x 232
F: 310.300.0951
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Expat Medical Offering Terror Insurance in Response to Huge Demand

Expat Medical Offering Terror Insurance in Response to Huge Demand

With large amounts of requests for this service, Expat Medical Insurance is offering insurance which covers terrorism. Be they car bombs, suicidal postal workers, or even kamikaze 747s, you’ll be covered.

Hong Kong (PRWEB) September 5, 2006

In the world we live in today, people need to feel safe, and that’s why more people then ever before are requesting terrorism insurance.

The dangers of the world today extend to touch all of us in some way. With the amount of media surrounding acts of terrorism, it’s no surprise that insurance companies are starting to offer coverage. Expat Medical is just trying to capitalize on a global trend toward violence that doesn’t seem to be slowing down. As more of the world dissolves into war and conflict, more people will need insurance plans which will allow a feeling of safety even when facing acts of terror.

“I’m going to Israel and I need to be covered in case of terrorism. Is that even a possibility?” was one woman’s question to Expat Medical’s sales rep Liz Russell. That question eventually prompted Expat Medical Insurance to start providing plans with this coverage.

“The difficulty with providing terrorism insurance is that terror covers so many things. Sometimes terrorist groups even take over entire governments, and then their previous actions are classified as acts of war. To give the best possible coverage our plans cover not only terrorism but also acts of war.” Neil Raymond Expat Medical CEO

Many of Expat Medical’s clients travel abroad to countries where acts of terrorism or war are entirely expected. When traveling to a country like this, it’s natural for a person to feel frightened, especially when he or she realizes that almost no insurance plans cover people for accidents caused by terror. Imagine your anger while in the hospital trying to receive treatment for a serious injury you received from a car bomb, then the hospital tells you that you aren’t covered by your insurance. You’re left holding a large medical bill, and you’ll still be paying for that insurance policy that let you down.

“It all boils down to what makes you feel safe. With Expat Medical’s plans you’re covered for all acts of terrorism or war no matter country you live in. This creates a feeling of safety. When you’re covered like this you don’t need to worry about your health insurance flaking out on you in an emergency.” Neil Raymond

About Expat Medical Insurance:

Expat Medical Insurance is owned by Pacific Prime, and is an insurance broker. Pacific Prime works with many of the largest insurance companies and have 20,000+ clients located worldwide. Pacific Prime is the largest insurance broker in Asia.

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U. S. News & World Report's Cover Story Reports that "Alternative Medicine Goes Mainstream" ... 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare Book Provides More Insight

U. S. News & World Report's Cover Story Reports that "Alternative Medicine Goes Mainstream" ... 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare Book Provides More Insight

Author Dr. Ruthann Russo addresses recent focus on alternative medicine as highlighted in U. S. News story

Bethlehem, PA (PRWEB) January 23, 2008

In its most recent issue, the U. S. News & World Report addresses alternative medicine. The cover states, "Top hospitals are now embracing such unconventional techniques as acupuncture, homeopathy, and energy healing." The article reports that recognized leaders in medicine such as the Mayo Clinic, Duke University Medical Center and the University of California-San Francisco offer acupuncture, massage and other Complimentary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) services.

In her new book, 7 Steps to Your Best Possible Healthcare, Dr. Ruthann Russo dedicates an entire chapter to Complimentary, Alternative and Naturopathic medicine. Russo takes a conventional approach to the unconventional by introducing readers first to several well known and well respected mainstream physicians who support and practice CAM. Among them are Dr. Ronald Hoffman, Dr. Mehmet Oz, and Dr. Christiane Northrup. Russo also describes Naturopathic Medical Schools (there are four in the country) and the 14 states that currently license naturopaths (NDs) as primary care physicians. With the increased acceptance of CAM and the shortage of primary care physicians, perhaps more states may be in line to license naturopathic doctors.

Russo describes the five major types of complimentary and alternative therapy: (1) Whole Medical Systems (like Chinese or Indian (Ayurveda) medicine) (2) Mind-Body medicine, like meditation (3) Biologically-based practices, like herbal medicine (4) Manipulative and Body-based practices, like chiropractic medicine, and (5) Energy Medicine, like Reiki and Quigong. She also provides a check list to use when deciding how and when to use CAM.

The 7 Steps book is an essential guide for crafting your own personal health plan. It identifies and provides tools and suggestions for healthcare consumers to navigate their way through the U. S. healthcare system. Dr. Russo has written five books used by managers in the healthcare industry. Hospitals throughout the country use her training programs to assist their physicians and clinicians in providing quality care to their patients. Find out more about the book at http://www.7StepsHealth. com (http://www.7StepsHealth. com)].

In an effort to educate healthcare consumers and make the process fun, 7 Steps is partnering with Happy Times in Healthcare to sponsor a contest for anyone who signs up for its healthcare newsletters between now and May 1. The Grand Prize for the contest is a, five night, six day trip to Disney World for four people. Other prizes include a 1-year membership to Gold's Gym, a Canon digital camera, 3 $25 gift certificates to Amazon. com, t-shirts, the 7 Steps book, and monthly Day Spa gift certificates. All contestants receive a free chapter of the 7 Steps book and Here's to Your Best Possible Health e-newsletters. Sign up for the contest at www. happytimesinhealthcare. com].

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RIAS Comment on Joan Bakewell Appointment

RIAS Comment on Joan Bakewell Appointment

RIAS Managing Director Janet Connor responds to the news that the Government has appointed broadcaster Joan Bakewell as the UK's 'czar for the elderly'.

Dorset (PRWEB) December 17, 2008

'Any move that promotes a better understanding of the UK's mature population, reducing discrimination against them and promoting the benefits of an active and healthy lifestyle, must be a good thing. RIAS is therefore fully supportive of Dame Joan Bakewell's appointment, and we hope that in her role as spokesperson for the elderly she will help affect a greater understanding and appreciation of this age group within the wider population.'

Janet Connor, Managing Director of RIAS is available for further comment and interview. To arrange an interview with, or photography of, Janet, please call Simon Robinson on 07976 329823 or e-mail srobinson@rias. co. uk.

About RIAS
 RIAS was established in 1992 and is a specialist provider of insurance products including home insurance (http://www. rias. co. uk/home-insurance/overview/) for the over 50s age group  RIAS negotiates with a panel of insurers to secure competitive, value for money products  RIAS has over 970,000 customers and employs over 1,100 people across two locations - Bournemouth and Belfast  In December 2007 RIAS won the 'Personal Lines Broker of the year' award at the Insurance Times awards  RIAS was ranked 2nd in the 2008 Auto Express Driver Power Survey on motor insurance and was rated best for claims payout  In August 2008 RIAS was awarded 2nd place by Which? magazine for home insurance customer satisfaction and rated best for settlement time on claims  RIAS received a Commendation at the 2008 CCF European Call Centre awards in the 'best people practice' category  RIAS was a finalist at the 2008 UK Broker Awards in the 'Intermediary of the Year' category  RIAS was Highly Commended at the 2008 Insurance Times Awards in the 'Personal Lines broker of the year' RIAS is part of Fortis (Insurance UK), a leading provider of award-winning personal and commercial lines insurance solutions in the UK and the 2007 British Insurance Awards 'General Insurer of the Year'. The insurer's successful customer-centric strategy has been founded on aligning its activities to how customers want to buy insurance, combined with delivering high quality products, manufactured at costs better than market norms.

Fortis' unique multi-distribution capability enables it to deliver products face-to-face, by phone (inbound and outbound), over the Internet and via SMS technology. Aligning its business activities with its partners' general insurance strategies enables Fortis to offer end-to-end white label capabilities in product development, marketing, campaign management, sales, fulfilment and claims - providing a seamless integration with partner brands.

Insuring in excess of 6.7 million customers and working with a range of partners, Fortis is recognised for delivering consistent and high-quality customer experiences. It employs 2,901 people as of 31/12/07 with a head office based in Eastleigh and others in Belfast, Bournemouth, Gloucester, Haywards Heath, Redditch, and Stoke-on-Trent. In 2007, its profit before tax and interest (excluding impact of weather related events) was £92.2 million and its GWP was 757.8 million.

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Ascenza Wellness Center Now For Sale to Hospital or Medical Facility

Ascenza Wellness Center Now For Sale to Hospital or Medical Facility

Dr. Sandy Giacobbe announced today that the Ascenza Wellness Center, a one-of-a-kind green building, located at 143 State Route 94 in Blairstown is now for sale to a hospital, medical facility or group for their expansion programs or the creation of a satellite facility.

Blairstown, NJ (PRWEB) August 11, 2010

Dr. Sandy Giacobbe announced today that the Ascenza Wellness Center, a one-of-a-kind green building, located at 143 State Route 94 in Blairstown is now for sale to a hospital, medical facility or group for their expansion programs or the creation of a satellite facility. For the past 5 years, Ascenza Wellness Center has been at the forefront of the green and healthier living paradigm and is a recognized leader in the community for its holistic concept in both practice and its facility. Today, Ascenza is positioned very well for major expansion by those seeking to take advantage of this model and gain access to the green living, holistic community and to expand their client/patient base.

Located in the heart of Blairstown, NJ, the health professionals at Ascenza Wellness Center have helped thousands of clients achieve their wellness objectives — combining skill and expertise that spans the entire complementary, preventive and medical services, including fitness, lifestyle, weight loss and sports medicine. The Ascenza Wellness Doctors and Fitness Practitioners have been committed to bringing their clients better health and a better way of life by teaching and practicing the principles of healthy living. Visit www. ascenzawellness. com.

“We are proud of the difference that we have made in our community and it is now time for the next phase, expansion by a major medical group with the vision to continue marketing and growing the complementary medicine concept.” said Dr. Giacobbe.

Expansion plans by hospitals and medical facilities to include wellness and ambulatory centers are on the rise in New Jersey, and throughout the U. S. The Center is currently using 4,200 sq feet with 47 parking spaces. The facility has approved expansion plans for an additional 14,000 sq ft which is perfect for any hospital that is looking to expand into the Blairstown area. The facility and location are perfect for combining medically supervised weight loss, physical therapy, MRI, X-RAY, CAT scan, sports medicine and more. The possibilities are very real, especially with the existing site work already in place.

Pre-approved plans for the addition to the existing building are part of the sale. A medical expansion program will have an advantage by saving time and money from the typical approval process which can take years. The new Center can offer huge resources to new and existing patients and can act as a hub for patient referral to the owning hospital or medical group.

Ascenza is known as a “Green building” because of the construction, poured concrete into styrofoam blocks and the use of solar energy. The beams are made from fallen forest trees and the floors are made from solid cork and natural slate. When clients/patients walk into Ascenza, they feel good immediately because of the healthy energy and beauty that surrounds them. Ascenza is located on 3.5 scenic acres and is powered by the solar panels. The utility bills are half of that of a code stick-building. Forward thinking hospitals or medical groups can position themselves as being environmentally conscience, partake in the green movement while expanding their own business.

Today’s educated patients are demanding more complementary and breakthrough medical services and are looking to their physicians for guidance. Physicians together with chiropractors, therapists, health professionals and wellness practitioners are now utilizing medical wellness programs to provide real solutions for today’s changing health care environment and this is where it is already happening. www. ascenzawellness. com

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4EVER FIT USA Products Now Available at Vitamin World

4EVER FIT USA Products Now Available at Vitamin World

Company's award-winning nutritional supplements to be sold at retailer's 375 largest stores.

Littleton, Colo. (PRWEB) October 5, 2007

4EVER FIT USA is proud to announce that the company's nutritional supplements will now be sold at Vitamin World retail stores across the United States. Plans call for 4EVER FIT products to be sold at Vitamin World's 375 largest retail stores. Vitamin World, a division of NBTY, Inc. (Nature's Bounty), owns and operates more than 550 retail stores nationwide.

"I'm very excited that Vitamin World will be carrying 4EVER FIT products," said 4EVER FIT USA vice president Mike Schiefelbein. "Vitamin World is one of the most recognizable names in the health and nutritional supplement industry. This deal really validates the great feedback we've received from consumers."

Vitamin World will carry several of 4EVER FIT 's award-winning products, like Fruit Blast the Isolate, Fruit Blast the Isolate Gainer, and Trib 750.

Fruit Blast the Isolate from 4EVER FIT combines 23 grams of whey protein isolate in a sugar-free powder that mixes instantly in water. It uses a unique combination of cross-flow ultrafiltration and advanced microfiltration. Fruit Blast delivers the highest branch chain amino aid (BCAA) profile and is rapidly absorbed for powerful and effective lean muscle gain. It will be sold in four flavors through Vitamin World: Tangy Orange, Tropical Mango, Cran-Razz and Strawberry Kiwi.

Fruit Blast the Isolate Gainer is a mass gaining formula designed to pack bulk onto people even with high metabolisms. With 58 grams of protein per serving, it is proven to assist in muscle building and repairing body tissue. Fruit Blast the Isolate Gainer will be sold in two flavors through Vitamin World: Tangy Orange and Tropical Mango.

Trib 750 contains Bulgarian tribulus, a natural supplement that boosts testosterone levels, supports lean muscle gains, and lowers body fat.

About 4EVER FIT
4EVER FIT produces and distributes a full line of nutritional supplements in the health and fitness industry. 4EVER FIT offers a wide range of products for hard-core bodybuilders, work out enthusiasts, athletes, elite athletes, and health conscious individuals. With more than 10 years of experience in the distribution of health and fitness products, 4EVER FIT knows the business of nutritional supplements. Look for new and exciting 4EVER FIT products in the future. For more information, visit WWW.4EVERFIT. com.

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Independent Audits Confirm that Doe Run Peru Meets Emissions Standards

Independent Audits Confirm that Doe Run Peru Meets Emissions Standards

Audit also finds compliance in environmental construction.

La Oroya (PRWEB) November 29, 2007

An independent audit of Doe Run Peru's (http://www. doerun. com. pe/) La Oroya metallurgical complex has confirmed that the facility is meeting the Peruvian government's emissions standards.

Two auditing firms, BO Consulting S. A. and D & E Desarrollo y Ecología S. A.C., were chosen and appointed by Peru's Ministry of Energy and Mines to verify Doe Run Peru's compliance with its environmental operating agreement with the government, known by its Spanish acronym PAMA.

The auditors reported that air quality samples taken during the audit earlier this year met the monthly Air Quality Standards (AQS), while main stack emissions were below the maximum limits allowed by the law.

"Auditing is part of our commitment and independent auditors are verifying that progress is actually being made," said José Mogrovejo, Doe Run Peru's vice president of environmental affairs. The environmental improvement process is ongoing, Mogrovejo added, but real and concrete progress in La Oroya's environment can already be seen.

The auditor's report also showed that there is no variation in the quality of receptor bodies in the Mantaro River, based on results of samples taken from around Doe Run Peru facilities. The river is being monitored by the state health agency DIGESA in its ongoing water resources surveillance program. Mogrovejo said that this proves that the La Oroya metallurgical complex does not pollute or have any adverse effect on the Mantaro River.

The audit, which took place January 4-14, 2007 and was monitored by outside observers, also included the verification of compliance - including adherence to required timeframes -- in the construction and implementation of the following projects:
Completion of the sulfuric acid plant for the zinc circuit and advances in the construction of sulfuric acid plants for the lead and copper circuits, as well as a new reactor for the copper circuit. Verification of the operability and efficiency of the sulfuric acid plant for the zinc circuit. Installation of bag houses for the lead furnaces and other facilities to reduce the volume of dust that goes to the main stack. Closing off of lead furnaces, the foaming plant and anodic residues plants, and replacing humid-gas cleaning technology systems through the installation of bag houses in the lead agglomeration plant, with the aim of reducing fugitive emissions. Implementation of other complementary environmental projects to reduce fugitive emissions such as: paving of industrial areas, operation of street sweepers and tire washers. Installation of three domestic and one industrial water treatment plants to control total liquid effluents from the La Oroya metallurgical complex.

Mogrovejo also noted that, to date, the company has been complying with the PAMA as agreed to with the Peruvian government. He explained that the construction of the sulfuric acid plant for the lead circuit, which is scheduled for completion by September 2008, is already in progress and that engineering work for the sulfuric acid plant for the copper circuit, which is expected to be concluded by October 2009, has begun.

Doe Run Peru's original commitment to environmental improvements was $107 million, and that up to date over $132 million has been invested. By October 2009, the total investment in environmental improvement projects will total $244 million, 2.3 times more than the original commitment.

About Doe Run Peru
Doe Run Peru is a mining and metals company sitting on Peru's central mountain range. The company has run the La Oroya metallurgical complex since October 1997 and the Cobriza mine in Huancavelica since September 1998, producing high-quality refined metals while at the same time working to operate in a socially and environmentally responsible way.

For more information visit: http://www. doerun. com. pe (http://www. doerun. com. pe).

Contact:
Víctor Andrés Belaunde
+ 511-215-1285
+ 511- 9750-2514

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Ekahau Receives 2005 Frost & Sullivan Technology Leadership Award for its Wi-Fi-based Positioning Technology Solutions

Ekahau Receives 2005 Frost & Sullivan Technology Leadership Award for its Wi-Fi-based Positioning Technology Solutions

Frost & SullivanÂ’s recent analysis, Wireless Location Positioning, selected Ekahau, Inc. as the recipient of the 2005 Technology Leadership of the Year Award for its wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi)-based real time locating system (RTLS).

Palo Alto, CA (PRWEB) September 23, 2005

Frost & SullivanÂ’s recent analysis, Wireless Location Positioning, selected Ekahau, Inc. as the recipient of the 2005 Technology Leadership of the Year Award for its wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi)-based real time locating system (RTLS).

This system is one of the most sophisticated, yet adaptable and cost-effective solutions for tracking assets and people over standard Wi-Fi networks. It is an open, standards-based solution that can offer significant value for any industry segment that has adopted Wi-Fi for data and voice purposes.

Each year Frost & Sullivan presents this Award to the company that has pioneered the development of an innovative technology, which has either impacted, or has the potential to affect, several market sectors. This Award recognizes the recipientÂ’s successful technology development, which is expected to significantly contribute to the industry in terms of adoption, change, and competitive posture.

“Ekahau’s proprietary Wi-Fi-based positioning system is completely software-based and utilizes existing Wi-Fi access points installed in a facility and radio cards already present in the user’s devices,” says Frost & Sullivan Research Analyst Miriam Nagel. “Ekahau has also developed a Wi-Fi-based radio tag that uses industry-standard components that adhere to the 802.11 standards.”

Since the entire system uses standards-based hardware such as 802.11a/b/g, a standard Wi-Fi-based solution can optimally make use of the installed bases, economies of scale of the networks, and end-user devices that are proliferating today. Without requiring additional hardware, a company can install the system much faster and significantly reduce initial and long-term support costs.

Apart from saving on hardware costs, EkahauÂ’s Wi-Fi-based positioning system significantly reduces likely radio frequency (RF) interference. As the total Wi-Fi positioning system shares the network with other clients, it effectively reduces the need for additional installation of a separate wireless network. Its cost-effective scalability also enables users to start with a small deployment and then enlarge the positioning system as the number of access points increases.

“Ekahau provides tracking using client software ‘soft tags’ or battery-powered Wi-Fi tags to provide more cost-effective solutions than other companies,” observes Nagel. “By relying on industry-standard infrastructure, Ekahau is future-proof, supporting 802.11 a/b/g currently, and capable of supporting new 802.11 variants in the future.”

EkahauÂ’s solutions are targeted at markets such as healthcare for real-time patient, caregiver, and asset tracking; supply chain for forklift, personnel, and inventory tracking; process industry for field engineering/consultant tracking; and manufacturing for work-in-progress inventory tracking. Promising markets include the government and military for tracking of people, equipment, and assets.

“In locations such as on college or corporate campuses, Ekahau solutions can provide safety and security for employees,” notes Nagel. “The solutions also help improve safety in hazardous environments, track visitors and contractors, and reduce asset thefts.”

Held in Las Vegas, Frost & SullivanÂ’s Mobile Communications Awards Banquet honors world-class companies for innovative developments that deliver unparalleled insight on wireless and mobile strategy, technology, platforms and services. An annual event, the banquet recognizes the quality and merit of distinguished individuals and companies.

About Ekahau, Inc.

Ekahau, Inc. is the industry leader in location-enabling Wi-Fi networks. Ekahau's customers include leading corporations around the world that are realizing the benefits of Wi-Fi-based location services and innovative network planning and optimization tools. Ekahau partners include wireless software developers, leading system integrators, and international OEM partners, who develop and market next generation location-based applications. For more information about Ekahau, please visit at www. ekahau. com.

Public Relations Contact:

Ekahau, Inc.

Tuomo Rutanen, VP Business Development

Tel: 1-703- 860 2850

E-mail: tuomo. rutanen@ekahau. com

About Frost & Sullivan

Frost & Sullivan, a global growth consulting company, has been partnering with clients to support the development of innovative strategies for more than 40 years. The company's industry expertise integrates growth consulting, growth partnership services, and corporate management training to identify and develop opportunities. Frost & Sullivan serves an extensive clientele that includes Global 1000 companies, emerging companies, and the investment community by providing comprehensive industry coverage that reflects a unique global perspective and combines ongoing analysis of markets, technologies, econometrics, and demographics. For more information, visit www. frost. com.

Contact:

Stacie Jones

210.247.2450

Stacie. jones@frost. com

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International Infant Massage Expert, Educator and Humanitarian Suzanne P. Reese Brings the Art and Science of Baby Massage to Parents

International Infant Massage Expert, Educator and Humanitarian Suzanne P. Reese Brings the Art and Science of Baby Massage to Parents

Internationally renowned infant massage expert, educator and humanitarian Suzanne P. Reese is now offering parents another tool to help guide them at home in the practice of baby massage. The Pacific Coast Jazz record label is announcing the release of Suzanne's new CD, 'Talk To Me -- Happy Tunes for Healthy Growth.' The sing-along CD of songs, that can be sung while giving infant massage, is a companion disc to her book, 'Baby Massage -- Soothing Strokes for Healthy Growth' (Penguin Group 2006). To celebrate the new release, Reese will host the first in a series of free Infant Massage Classes With Music in San Diego, California.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) September 3, 2008

Internationally renowned infant massage expert, educator and humanitarian Suzanne P. Reese is now offering parents another tool to help guide them at home in the practice of baby massage. The Pacific Coast Jazz record label is announcing the release of Suzanne's new CD, 'Talk To Me -- Happy Tunes for Healthy Growth.' The sing-along CD of songs, that can be sung while giving infant massage, is a companion disc to her book, 'Baby Massage -- Soothing Strokes for Healthy Growth' (Penguin Group 2006). To celebrate the new release, Reese will host the first in a series of free Infant Massage Classes With Music in San Diego, California. The free event will be held: Saturday, September 27, from 12:30 to 2:00 pm at The Carmel Mountain Ranch/Sabre Springs Recreation Center, 10152 Rancho Carmel Drive, San Diego, CA. Families with infants are invited to attend. To RSVP and learn more about the event visit: www. compassionatechild. com, where the CD and book are available for purchase as a package. The book and CD can be purchased individually through major book and music retailers.

"Baby massage is an age-old practice with scientifically documented benefits," Suzanne explains. "Nurturing, compassionate touch positively impacts the baby's physiological and neurological development, helps to soothe gas and colic symptoms, promotes restful sleep and facilitates healthy attachment and bonding." (Visit http://www. miami. edu/touch-research/ (http://www. miami. edu/touch-research/) for more information). Reese also believes that infant massage also is a critical link to creating a more compassionate world. "It has been scientifically documented that how a child is cared for directly influences their ability to care for themselves and others," she says. "Nurturing touch fosters the innate capacity for love and compassion that all children are born to share.

'Talk to Me' is Suzanne's first musical CD. Following the successful release of her book on infant massage, a flip-style guide designed for families to use at home, Reese began getting requests for a take home CD of the songs she sings in class. "These are simple songs that are easy to sing along with," she says. "They add another dimension to the experience of infant massage and they're fun!"

Suzanne P. Reese is a Certified International Infant Massage Trainer and Parent Educator with Infant Massage USA, a non-profit family education and service organization. She also works with The International Association of Infant Massage - Sweden, and travels internationally, sharing the science, tradition and love of baby massage with practitioners and laypersons alike. Licensed and registered as a Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP), Suzanne's background includes an undergraduate degree in child development and national certification in pre - and perinatal massage and parent education in baby massage.

Suzanne's expertise and commitment to children worldwide led her to the Chernobyl Children's Project International - Ireland (CCPI). Her service to CCPI included four humanitarian missions to the Republic of Belarus (the country hardest hit by the 1986 nuclear disaster). In 2005, Suzanne joined the first United States clinical team to take their skills to the Vesnova Children's Asylum in rural Belarus, a facility housing orphaned children born with birth defects that many people attribute to the fallout from the Chernobyl disaster. Working with caregivers there, Suzanne taught them simple, nurturing touch and non-verbal communication techniques, including the time honored practice of baby massage. Miraculous results were apparent with the children in one week and still continue today. During the spring of 2006, a return mission by Suzanne and the team was covered by People Magazine.

Many see Suzanne as an ambassador of hope to families and children around the globe. "My mission is more than baby massage," she says. Reese sees her role as a facilitator, empowering families to develop the tools they already have right in their own hands and their own hearts to help their children thrive. "I believe that helping to facilitate compassionate touch is one step towards creating a gentler, more loving world in which to live and raise children."

Suzanne P. Reese is available for interviews, appearances and on camera demonstrations.
To schedule, please contact:
Donna Nichols
858-484-8609
Donna @ pacificcoastjazz. com

Marti Amado
MEDIA ARTS
760-877-0619
Marti @ media-arts. us.

For the latest research news on the benefits of infant massage, please visit: www. miami. edu/touch-research/ (http://www. miami. edu/touch-research/).

To purchase the new CD 'Talk to Me -- Happy Tunes for Healthy Growth' and for photos and sound bites, visit: http://www. pacificcoastjazz. com (http://www. pacificcoastjazz. com) or http://www. compassionatechild. com (http://www. compassionatechild. com).

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Empowerment Guru, Dr. Wayne Dyer to Appear on “Waking Up in America” on VoiceAmerica Radio

Empowerment Guru, Dr. Wayne Dyer to Appear on “Waking Up in America” on VoiceAmerica Radio

World Renowned Empowerment Guru and Best Selling Author Dr. Wayne W. Dyer joins host Dr. Valerie Kirkgaard and editor Gail Elen on “Waking up in America” at 12 noon Pacific Time (3 pm Eastern Time) on voiceamerica. com. Dr. Dyer discusses his newest book, The Power of Intention: Learning to Co-create Your World Your Way.

(PRWEB) October 20, 2004

World Renowned Empowerment Guru and Best Selling Author Dr. Wayne W. Dyer joins host Dr. Valerie Kirkgaard and editor Gail Elen on “Waking up in America” at 12 noon Pacific Time (3 pm Eastern Time) on voiceamerica. com, a Surfnet Media Group (OTCBB: SFNM. ob) radio network. Dr. Dyer discusses his newest book, The Power of Intention: Learning to Co-create Your World Your Way. This book explores intention not as something you do but as an energy you're a part of. We're all intended here through the invisible power of intention. Hear “Waking Up in America” with Dr. Valerie Anne Kirkgaard on VoiceAmerica. com live every Wednesday at 12:00pm PST with re-broadcast 12 hours later.

About Dr. Dyer

Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, affectionately called the "father of motivation" by his fans, is one of the most widely known and respected people in the field of self-empowerment. He became a well-known author with his bestselling book, Your Erroneous Zones, and has gone on to write many other self-help classics, including Meditations for Manifesting, Staying on the Path, Your Sacred Self, Everyday Wisdom, and You'll See It When You Believe It.

Despite his childhood spent in orphanages and foster homes, Dr. Dyer, who has a doctorate in counseling psychotherapy, has overcome many obstacles to make his dreams come true. Today he spends much of his time showing others how to do the same. His latest Hay House titles include: Secrets of Your Own Healing Power, Wisdom of the Masters, Creating Your World the Way You Really Want It to Be, with Deepak Chopra, and How to Get What You Really, Really, Really, Really Want.

When he's not traveling the globe delivering his uplifting message, Wayne is writing from his home in Maui, Hawaii.

About “Waking Up in America”

“Waking Up In America” is Internet Talk Radio with a Social Conscious. Host Dr. Valerie Kirkgaard and editor Gail Elen challenge themselves and their audience to speak up and influence political and social agendas. Dr. Valerie is a retired Marriage Family Counselor and the creator of the Kirkgaard Method of Directed Breath, a unique method of clearing emotional blocks. Gail, Director of International Protocol/Editor, is a diplomat. Gail's ability to understand the needs and customs of diverse world cultures was critical to success of the 1984 Olympics held in Los Angeles as she worked closely with Peter Ueberroth, IOC Chairman. For more information on Dr. Valerie and Gail go to http://www. heavenincorporated. com/ (http://www. heavenincorporated. com/). Tune in each week for her U. S. Olympic Medalist Series of interviews through September and October 2004. Archives of her past interviews are also available at http://www. voiceamerica. com/ (http://www. voiceamerica. com/)

About Surfnet Media Group, Inc.(OTCBB: SFNM. ob)

SurfNet Media Group (http://www. surfnetmedia. com/ (http://www. surfnetmedia. com/)) is an Internet broadcast media company producing and broadcasting live and on-demand talk radio content streamed globally over the Internet 24/7. SurfNethas a narrow and deep marketing strategy focused on delivering corporate, private label and genre-based Internet radio to niche markets and vertical audiences.

SurfNet's mission is to create and expand Internet communities by utilizing Internet broadcast media as a vehicle for communication and commerce. From its broadcast studios in Tempe, Arizona, SurfNet produces and broadcasts over 100 programs weekly from on its channels, VoiceAmerica™ Radio (http://www. voiceamerica. com/ (http://www. voiceamerica. com/)), BusinessAmerica™ Radio (http://www. businessamericaradio. com/ (http://www. businessamericaradio. com/)) and, beginning in November, VoiceAmerica Health & Wellness (http://www. health. voiceamerica. com/ (http://www. health. voiceamerica. com/)). SurfNet's programming enables sponsors to deliver cost-effective advertising content to targeted audiences.

SurfNet’s patented Metaphor™ technology is an HTML media container that adds to websites and desktops in seconds without downloading, easily streams Internet radio programming and other rich media content, and instantly modifies from a single control point. Metaphor's applications include a media player; an email-free enterprise communications tool for business, membership and affinity groups; a multimedia toolbar; and a mini-web page. Metaphor enables advertisers and sponsors to deliver messages targeted to web content on online yellow pages, search engine websites and, potentially, a virtually unlimited number of third-party websites, individual desktops, iPods and other portable devices.

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California Insurance Directory has Just Been Released

California Insurance Directory has Just Been Released

California Broker Magazine released the latest version of its California Broker Directory, which has been published yearly since 1990. This comprehensive 72- page guide provides critical contacts for life/health brokers and financial planners in California.

Burbank, CA (PRWEB) August 16, 2006

California Broker Magazine released the latest version of its California Broker Directory, which has been published yearly since 1990. This comprehensive 72- page guide provides critical contacts for life/health brokers and financial planners in California.

The time-saving directory is concise, well organized, and easy to use. It lists independent life/health brokerage agencies and tells which agencies offer products ranging from acupuncture, to life insurance, to workers’ comp. It also profiles providers, such as health carriers and dental plans.

The directory contains valuable reference information. It even includes a short, but valuable, guide to continuing education. Listings include addresses, phone numbers, e-mails, fax numbers, and Website addresses, which our staff updates meticulously each year. The information in the Directory comes from questionnaires that the various firms and associations have filled out.

The Directory is available in print format or online at www. calbrokermag. com.

For more information, contact Leila Morris 818-848-2957 or visit www. calbrokermag. com.

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Pinnacle Career Institute Introduces Health Information Technology Program

Pinnacle Career Institute Introduces Health Information Technology Program

Pinnacle Career Institute announced today that it will add a Health Information Technology (HIT) program to its list of offerings at the South Kansas City campus as well as its online division. The career institution already offers several programs in today’s fastest-growing industries.

Kansas City, MO (Vocus) July 20, 2010

Pinnacle Career Institute announced today that it will add a Health Information Technology (HIT) program to its list of offerings at the South Kansas City campus as well as its online division. The career institution already offers several programs in today’s fastest-growing industries.

As the healthcare industry continues to expand, Pinnacle Career Institute wants to offer its students yet another way to advance their career. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in healthcare is projected to increase by 22 percent through 2018. Health information technicians are vital to all types of healthcare settings, ranging from hospitals to offices.

“It is our priority to connect our students to reliable careers,” said Eddie Colon, Vice President of Operations for Pinnacle Career Institute. “This is why we are adding programs that give our students the opportunity to build careers in today’s fastest-growing career industries.”

Pinnacle Career Institute’s 18-month program is designed to give students the knowledge they need for a successful career as a health information technician. Students will learn how to compile and maintain databases, review health records, apply various procedure codes, organize and present data for clinical databases, use necessary technology and specialized software, and design, query and generate data reports.

Upon graduating from the program, participants will be prepared for an entry-level position in the growing healthcare field and will have the skills they need to build a strong, rewarding career.

About Pinnacle Career Institute
For more than 50 years, Pinnacle Career Institute has provided quality career education in competitive fields such as Alternative Energy, Business, Health & Fitness, Medical, and Trades and Technical. Along with its online division, Pinnacle Career Institute has 3 campuses located in the Kansas City, MO area and our campus in Lawrence, KS. Pinnacle Career Insitute offers flexible scheduling options and quality skill education.

To learn more about Pinnacle Career Institute, visit http://www. PCITraining. edu or call 816-268-3400.

Contact:
Eddie Colon, Vice President of Operations, Pinnacle Career Institute
Phone: (816) 268-3400, ext. 3461
Email: ecolon(at)pcitraining(dot)edu

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830 Partners LLC Acquires LearnPoint™ from LeanForward Inc

830 Partners LLC Acquires LearnPoint™ from LeanForward Inc.

830 Partners LLC acquires the LearnPoint™ Learning Management System and e-Learning Authoring Tool from LeanForward Inc. 830 Partners LLC intends to build upon the existing LearnPoint™ functionality to develop the most efficient and effective e-learning management system available.

Bordentown, NJ (PRWEB) December 2, 2005

830 Partners, LLC is pleased to announce the acquisition of LeanForward’s LearnPoint™ suite, customer base and e-learning team.

LeanForward is an established e-learning provider servicing the health care, financial services, retail and government markets. LeanForward was a pioneer in the area of rapid e-learning development and has developed powerful e-learning technology under the LearnPoint™ banner. LeanForward’s LearnPoint™ Suite includes custom e-learning development services, a unique e-learning authoring tool, an efficient e-learning delivery system and a robust e-learning management system.

“The success of the LearnPoint™ suite can be attributed to its flexibility to be tailored to address each client’s unique knowledge transfer needs,” noted Jim Palmer of 830 Partners. “This flexibility has enabled LeanForward’s clients to align their e-learning initiatives with their business objectives and improve their overall performance.”

LeanForward has done an excellent job helping clients increase sales, improve policy compliance and enhance employee/partner performance. “830 Partners financial strength and experienced management team will provide the resources required to take LearnPoint™ to the next level” noted Wassim Jazi, Founder of LeanForward, Inc. “We feel that the acquisition will significantly enhance LearnPoint’s™ position in the e-learning market.”

830 Partners will adopt the LeanForward name for their e-learning division and will promote their e-learning solutions under the LearnPoint™ banner. For more information, please visit www. leanforward. com.

830 Partners, LLC – 830 Partners, LLC is a privately held software investment company based in New Jersey. The company specializes in business improvement technologies with a focus on e-learning.

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APR Energy Social Contribution to the Community of La Esperanza

APR Energy Social Contribution to the Community of La Esperanza

APR Energy (APR) recently co - hosted a community service event in the community of La Esperanza, Peru. This event was focused on the importance of personal hygiene. APR donated personal hygiene products and a team of APR personnel along with workers from the Municipality of La Esperanza, educated the community on the importance of hygiene in this poverty - stricken community.

Trujillo, PERU (PRWEB) October 16, 2009

APR Energy (http://aprenergy. com/)(APR) recently completed a community service project in the community of La Esperanza, Peru. The community service event, coordinated between the local APR Energy power project team in Trujillo, Peru and the Municipality of La Esperanza, promoted personal hygiene initiatives in this poverty - stricken community.

APR Energy donated personal hygiene products and with the assistance of workers from the Municipality of La Esperanza, educated members of the community of La Esperanza and Nuevo Jerusalem on the importance of hygiene and basic tasks such as washing one's hair in order to combat the spread of lice and reduce the associated health risks. These rural communities of Peru are currently experiencing an epidemic of lice, which have been known to harbor and transmit infectious diseases.

Approximately 100 children from the communities of La Esperanza and Nuevo Jerusalem attended this inaugural community service event in Peru.

"APR takes its social responsibility very seriously and this event is the first of several we have planned for the community of Trujillo, Peru," said APR Energy Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Paul Marcroft (http://aprenergy. com/contact_APR_Energy. aspx).

APR Energy's Trujillo Power Project commenced operation in July of 2009 and is currently contracted to supplement existing power for the government - owned national utility in Peru for 18.5 months.

About APR Energy 
APR specializes in the sale of reliable and efficient electricity through the rapid deployment of Customized Turnkey Power Solutions (http://aprenergy. com/technology. aspx). APR's power generation solutions coupled with comprehensive operation and maintenance services and flexible commercial terms have established APR as a leader in the emergency rental power industry.

APR Energy Trujillo Power Project Administrative Assistant and Translator, Mery Muñoz contributed to this release.

Press photos of APR Energy's community service projects in Peru can be downloaded from the APR website at: www. aprenergy. com/pressphotos. aspx (http://www. aprenergy. com/pressphotos. aspx)

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Moore Universite’ of Hair Design and The Helen Gentry Scholarship Fund Host The First Annual Kitchen Kosmetologist Kompetition

Moore Universite’ of Hair Design and The Helen Gentry Scholarship Fund Host The First Annual Kitchen Kosmetologist Kompetition

The Helen Lee Gentry Scholarship Fund and the Moore Universite’ of Hair Design are partnering to sponsor the First Annual Kitchen Kosmetologist Kompetition and scholarship award on September 18, 2006 from 7:30-9 p. m. at Moore Universite’ of Hair Design, 7030 Reading Rd, Cincinnati. The Kitchen Kosmetologist Kompetition is targeted at talented people who practice chemical hair styling and natural hair care without the benefit of professional training and licensing. The event will showcase natural hair and chemical hairstyling categories and award scholarships to the top three finalists in each category.

Cincinnati, OH (PRWEB) August 22, 2006

The Helen Lee Gentry Scholarship Fund and the Moore Universite’ of Hair Design are partnering to sponsor the First Annual Kitchen Kosmetologist Kompetition and scholarship award on September 18, 2006 from 7:30-9 p. m. at Moore Universite’ of Hair Design, 7030 Reading Rd, Cincinnati.

The Kitchen Kosmetologist Kompetition is targeted at talented people who practice chemical hair styling and natural hair care without the benefit of professional training and licensing to encourage them to invest in themselves and the community by getting the training and experience required to earn a Cosmetology license so that they can work in professional salons or even become entrepreneurs in our community. The event will showcase natural hair and chemical hairstyling categories and award scholarships to the top three finalists in each category.

This event will give area youth an opportunity to showcase their skills to an audience of cosmetology professionals and judges. Popular WIZF Air Personality, Jade West, will be the guest host. In addition to the scholarship awards, there will be a raffle of products, services and gift certificates donated by area businesses, including Emerge Salon & Spa.

All proceeds will benefit the 501 ( c)3 Helen Lee Gentry Scholarship Fund. The Helen Lee Gentry Scholarship Fund is a non profit corporation in memory of Helen Lee Gentry, who was an active member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and Southern Baptist Church for many years. Helen Lee Gentry was a hard worker whose chosen profession was cosmetology. She graduated from the Poro School of Beauty in 1960 and operated Gentry Beauty Salon as sole proprietor for many years. The Helen Lee Gentry Scholarship Fund recognizes and honors African-American students that live a Christian lifestyle, exemplify academic excellence, and contribute to our community. In the past three years the Fund has awarded $7,500 in college scholarships to 10 very deserving students who attend prestigious colleges such as Tuskegee Institute, Duke University, Spelman College, Ohio State University, Wellesley College and Wittenberg University.

Moore Universite of Hair Design, Inc.'s mission is to provide a healthy, harmonious, learning environment where students and teachers interact to affirm that each student is prepared mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually for the vast opportunities awaiting them in the cosmetology arts and sciences.

The only African-American owned accredited cosmetology school in southern Ohio, Moore Universite` of Hair Design is licensed to operate as a cosmetology school by THE OHIO STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY and NATIONAL ACCREDITING COMMISSION OF COSMETOLOGY ARTS & SCIENCES. Its goal is to provide qualified instructors, learning materials and up-to-date teaching techniques that lead to development of persons most likely to succeed upon completion of the program.

To register for the Kitchen Kosmetologist Kompetition, call Moore Universite’ of Hair Design at 513.531.3100 or visit the website, http://www. mooreuniversiteofhairdesign. com (http://www. mooreuniversiteofhairdesign. com)
Tickets: $-- are on sale now at Moore Universite’ of Hair Design, 7030 Reading Rd., Cincinnati or call 513.531.3100 for more information.

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Executive Physicals Will Now Incorporate Executive Coaching as Part of Health and Wellness Program

Executive Physicals Will Now Incorporate Executive Coaching as Part of Health and Wellness Program

Executive Medicine of Southlake and faculty from the Executive Coaching Program at the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) School of Management are now working together to bring balance to the lives of executives. Patients who are seen for executive physicals will now be given an assessment by an executive coach and referred to a coach that is a good match for their individual needs.

Southlake, TX (PRWEB) June 30, 2005

Executive Medicine of Southlake, founded by Walter Gaman, MD, FABFM, FCFP and James Mark Anderson, MD, DABFM, is a full-service health and wellness center in which executives and their spouses can obtain their comprehensive physical exam. The exams include a wide range of testing such as thallium stress testing, full body scan, virtual colonoscopy, laboratory testing, fitness and wellness assessments, and now an executive coach assessment.

Co-author of "Executive Medicine: Optimizing Your Chances for a Longer Life," Dr. Gaman states, "During the course of writing our book we researched executive health needs that go beyond what we do in the office. It became clear that executive coaching is a valuable tool in bringing balance to the highly stressful lives of executives. In response, we sought out the best of the best for our patients."

Executive Medicine of Southlake has selected faculty from the University of Texas at Dallas graduate program for Executive and Professional Coaching as a basis for referral. Founded in 2004 as part of Executive Education at The UTD School of Management, the UTD Executive and Professional Coaching Program is directed by Dr. Robert Hicks.

Dr. Hicks, an organizational psychologist, emphasizes the importance of the connection between a person's physical health and their professional well being. "We've learned that professional well being and physical well being go hand in hand and profoundly affect an executive's work performance and efficiency. For this reason, professional coaching is a natural extension of executive medicine," he says.

"Each coach that has been added to our referral basis has come by high recommendation of their peers and has passed a comprehensive interview with the members of our medical team. We are pleased to announce our alliance with UTD and are positive that the expertise of these individuals will enrich the lives of our patients," reports Dr. Anderson.

Executive coaching, which first became popular in the 1990s, is being utilized by many companies and organizations. The benefits of coaching include increased productivity and reduced stress. "We are excited to see leaders in preventative health embracing our role in the emotional and life balance of their patients. This alliance is sure to be successful because of the strength of the high-level collaboration from multiple professional disciplines," states Judith Feld, a Master Certified Coach (International Coach Federation) and a program manager with the Executive and Professional Coaching Program at UTD.

Associate Dean for Executive Education at UTD Dr. David Springate agrees with Ms. Feld, adding, "The coaching program has given us additional opportunities to help individuals and corporations in our area. We look forward to working together with Executive Medicine of Southlake and their patients."

Executive Medicine of Southlake is dedicated to the health and wellness of its patients and celebrates in the successes of each individual. "Being a patient at Executive Medicine of Southlake, is like having a medical team rally around you and give you individualized five-star service. Now, we have taken that service to an even higher level," explains Amber Morgan, Certified Medical Office Manager of Executive Medicine.

Executives and corporations who are interested in the services of Executive Medicine of Southlake should contact Amber Morgan at 1-800-910-EXEC or 817-552-4300. Please visit the website at www. emsouthlake. com. Further information about the UTD School of Management's program in Executive and Professional Coaching is available at http://som. utdallas. edu/coaching (http://som. utdallas. edu/coaching).

Contact Information:

Judy Gaman, BSHS, CMA, CCRC

Director of Marketing

Executive Medicine of Southlake

1545 East Southlake Blvd. Ste 110

Southlake, TX 76092

817-552-4318 or email marketing@emsouthlake. com

Dr. Robert Hicks

Director of Professional Executive Coaching

University of Dallas, School of Management

P. O. Box 830688

Richardson, TX 75083-0688

972-883-5900 or email coaching@utdallas. edu

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