NY Times Best Selling Author Robert Allen Release New Turnkey Online Marketing System To Promote USANA (USNA)

NY Times Best Selling Author Robert Allen Release New Turnkey Online Marketing System To Promote USANA (USNA)

Robert G. Allen has been a USANA Health Sciences associate for more than 10 years. For the first six or so years, he used traditional marketing rather than Internet marketing to build a successful business, creating residual income with USANA Health Sciences.

(PRWEB) September 5, 2004

Robert G. Allen has been a USANA Health Sciences associate for more than 10 years. For the first six or so years, he used traditional marketing rather than Internet marketing to build a successful business, creating residual income with USANA Health Sciences.

Watching the emerging phenomenon of the Internet, Robert Allen again recognized a trend that was about to explode. He and his team went to work and built an Internet marketing website system that, via e-mail, connects a Usana associate with highly qualified people, who are looking for a business opportunity. HOW POWERFUL!! No more having to approach your friends and family, WOW!

Over the last four years, the Internet team has upgraded our system two times to keep up with new emerging technologies on the Internet. This shows the commitment that Robert Allen has made to help his team of USANA associates build successful organizations.

About Robert G. Allen: Robert G. Allen has taught wealth-building techniques to tens of thousands worldwide. Thousands of millionaires, representing billions in wealth, attribute their success to his teachings. A popular guest on radio and television shows including Larry King Live and Good Morning America, he was also featured in The Wall Street Journal, BarronÂ’s, Parade, People, and ReaderÂ’s Digest. He is the bestselling author of Nothing Down, Creating Wealth, Multiple Streams of Income, Multiple Streams of Internet Income and most recently with Mark Victor Hansen he has authored the One Minute Millionaire.

About Usana Health Sciences:(USNA) At USANA Health Science our mission is to develop and provide the highest quality, science-based health products, distributed internationally through network marketing, creating a rewarding financial opportunity for our Independent Associates, shareholders and employees.

Usana has been featured in CBSMarketwatch, BusinessWeek and Smartmoney. com

For more information on the Robert Allen Usana Ultimate Internet Success System please visit:

Http://choose. successfulpeople. com (http://choose. successfulpeople. com)
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Homecare Homebase Announces Integrated Training Tool with CHEX eLearning

Homecare Homebase Announces Integrated Training Tool with CHEX eLearning

Homecare Homebase, today announced the addition of the Corridor Home Care and Hospice eLearning Exchange (CHEX eLearning) to their agency automation solution. Through an agreement with The Corridor Group, Inc. the Homecare Homebase solution now offers homecare and hospice agencies a tool to facilitate and track training and maintain compliance credentials by seamlessly integrating training efforts into the back office solution.

Dallas, Texas (PRWEB) October 13, 2008

Homecare Homebase, today announced the addition of the Corridor Home Care and Hospice eLearning Exchange (CHEX eLearning) to their agency automation solution. Through an agreement with The Corridor Group, Inc. the Homecare Homebase solution now offers homecare and hospice agencies a tool to facilitate and track training and maintain compliance credentials by seamlessly integrating training efforts into the back office solution.

"Tracking training and compliance requirements at the agency level has always been a challenge," said April Anthony, CEO for Homecare Homebase. "By partnering with CHEX eLearning we are able to combine superior tracking and record keeping with an industry-leading training and continuing education tool. As our home health customers continue to grow, and training needs get more complex, this is an ideal solution that offers complete integration into the software they are already using to run their day to day business. Successful training initiatives are important to overall agency success."

The CHEX eLearning system links directly into the Resource Manager in the HCHB solution through a secure interface, allowing agency HR personnel to quickly and easily add employees and their managers into the system. Once an employee is in the system, the agency manager can select required courses for each employee to complete. The HCHB solution automatically populates course information from the CHEX eLearning system, and sends an alert to the employee who is then able to view and enroll in the required courses. Upon course completion the CHEX eLearning system sends a confirmation to the Resource Manager and a permanent record is included in the HCHB system eliminating filing and tracking errors. "By working closely with The Corridor Group on this project, we were able to integrate one of the most difficult parts of managing agency-wide training, the dissemination of information to dispersed staff and the final collection of training results," said Scott Beard, VP Implementation at Homecare Homebase. "We've effectively eliminated the black holes that typically plague this process."

One agency that was involved in the initial roll-out of this program and has already begun to see the benefit is Residential Home Health in Madison Heights, Michigan. Residential completes over 1500 visits on any given day, through a large, mobile field staff. "As our agency continues to grow, it's becoming more and more difficult to get all of the staff into the office in a place big enough to hold them all for training," said Rhonda David, Clinical Education Manager for Residential. "Online training is ideal for an agency our size, it allows us to disseminate training programs more easily, better track compliance and internal training requirements and has been a big bonus to our staff who like the flexibility of the online training," commented Rhonda. "They can take their required coursework right in the comfort of their own home."

The Corridor Group is a leader in homecare and hospice consulting, executive search and educational products and training. CHEX eLearning provides educational materials that are custom tailored to the training and orientation needs of home care providers. "This integrated solution will greatly benefit employees of agencies using Homecare Homebase," said Deb Scholl, Managing Director of Education for The Corridor Group. "CHEX eLearning focuses on delivering quality, evidence-based training and mandatory education for all staff levels. With the added benefit of direct integration into the Resource Manager, Homecare Homebase customers are going to see positive increased in training acceptance and tracking," stated Ms. Scholl.

"We have incorporated many courses from the CHEX library into our general orientation process to ensure consistent and comprehensive training for our 50+ offices," said Tracey Kruse, COO, Encompass Home Health, Dallas, Texas. "We have already seen this approach provide our agency supervisors with additional time to focus on more specific orientation related to our company and we anticipate a positive impact on our ability to continue to recruit and retain the best staff possible. Online training is a very positive benefit for caregivers, especially those who spend most of their time in the field."

"Homecare Homebase is happy to provide this value-added functionality to all of our customers. It further advances our commitment to integrating as many of the appropriate services as possible for our customers, enabling them to focus on running their business as effectively and efficiently as possible, while maintaining the highest levels of patient care and staff satisfaction," said Tom Maxwell, COO, Homecare Homebase. "At the end of the day, a well-educated staff is going to enable the agency to provide the best care and that's what this business is all about."

About Homecare Homebase, LP
Homecare Homebase (www. hchb. com) is a privately held software development company headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Founded in 1999 by industry veterans, Homecare Homebase offers a comprehensive integrated web-based software solution to improve the clinical, operational and financial success of home care and hospice agencies. Homecare Homebase enables real-time, wireless information exchange and communication between office staff, field staff and physicians; automates workflow processes; enables accurate billing through numerous integrated checks and balances; and provides powerful management reporting via a back office data analysis tool that ties together all agency operational information.

About The Corridor Group, Inc.
Founded in 1989, The Corridor Group, Inc. (TCG) (www. corridorgroup. com) is an industry leader in home care, hospice and private duty services consulting, executive search and educational products and services. In 2003, TCG developed and implemented the CHEX eLearning (www. tcgchex. com) training and orientation product. It is the first of its kind specifically designed for and marketed to the home care and hospice markets. CHEX eLearing is a web-based training and orientation program that has provided a technologically superior and innovative approach to ensuring compliance to mandates from the federal government and national accrediting bodies. With its corporate headquarters based in Overland Park, Kansas and West Coast office in San Francisco, California, TCG has gained a strong reputation through its work and understanding of issues that impact the markets it serves.

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Fisher Science World Comes to Ireland -- Shannon-based Reagecon Launch Largest Ever Laboratory Exhibition for Ireland

Fisher Science World Comes to Ireland -- Shannon-based Reagecon Launch Largest Ever Laboratory Exhibition for Ireland

(PRWEB) March 7, 2006

Reagecon, Ireland’s second largest laboratory supplier launched today Fisher Science World: The Ireland Tour. This exhibition, co-organised by Reagecon and Fisher Scientific (world’s largest laboratory supplier), will showcase over thirty five manufacturers of laboratory products and will also showcase Reagecon’s own manufactured products, host three seminars and launch Reagecon’s new Sampling Process Offering: ten steps to offering correct results. It will be held in Croke Park on March 30th 2006.

This is the first time an exhibition of this type will be held in Ireland. It will demonstrate the span of products, innovations, services and knowledge capability that are available to the Laboratory market. In addition the exhibition will highlight Reagecon’s capability -- through its suppliers -- to offer complete turnkey, vendor managed inventory solutions, along with showcasing Reagecon’s innovative supply chain management and customer care capabilities. Included in this will be Reagecon’s Laboratory online shopping facility.

Speaking on the launch of Fisher Science World: The Ireland Tour John Barron, managing director of Reagecon, commented “Reagecon is proud to be associated with our partner Fisher Scientific International in bringing this exhibition to Dublin. The main objectives of this exhibition are to educate delegates on key issues e. g. health & safety, raise awareness of specific products & services and to demonstrate Reagecon’s complete customer focus programme. It is, also, a means of consolidating and promoting the relationship between Fisher Scientific International and Reagecon”.

Continuing John Barron commented “The launch of our new innovative Sampling Product range is very important. The whole science of sampling is neglected at present and therefore results in poor sampling being obtained. This may lead to a break in the chain of custody, possible litigation or incorrect results. Reagecon has adopted strategic sampling as a major R&D project and has packaged a complete offering to include sampling strategy, training, products, data transmission, bar coding, storage, disposal and validation”.

The presence of Cryptosporidium, in potable (drinking) water, is now considered to be a major public health threat to the population. It is very prevalent in our waterways and originates from animals. Reagecon is actively looking at incorporating products to identify and isolate this organism into its environmental test programme. There will be a seminar dedicated to this topic at the exhibition.

The main delegates at Fisher Science World: The Ireland Tour will be chemists, technicians, analysts, procurement staff, laboratory managers, medical laboratory scientists, environmental health officers and any other category of worker that has a need or requirement for state of the art laboratory analysis. It is estimated that there will be in excess of four hundred attending the event.

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CalAmp Will Showcase Wireless Deployment Solutions at the 2006 Wireless & Mobile Expo and Conference

CalAmp Will Showcase Wireless Deployment Solutions at the 2006 Wireless & Mobile Expo and Conference

The Wireless & Mobile Expo and Conference is pleased to welcome CalAmp as its latest exhibitor for the show, scheduled on June 7 & 8, 2006 at the National Trade Centre, Toronto, Canada.

(PRWEB) December 3, 2005

The Wireless & Mobile Expo and Conference is pleased to welcome CalAmp as its latest exhibitor for the show, scheduled on June 7 & 8, 2006 at the National Trade Centre, Toronto, Canada. CalAmp, having over 20 years experience in wireless technology deployment, will showcase their established wireless development solutions to expo attendees at this year's event.

CalAmp leverages more than 20 years of technology and industry experience to provide an integrated approach to help their clients realize their vision, and select the right technology to dramatically transform and accelerate their business. Whether a customer requires one single solution or entire lifecycle product development, CalAmp's comprehensive approach is a benefit that few other organizations can offer.

CalAmp understands how the wireless and communications worlds work together so they can assure the highest quality, fastest and most valuable solutions on the market. Their team of engineers and business and technology consultants work closely with customers to plan, solve and anticipate every aspect of technology deployment. They develop and produce dynamic applications and products from hardware devices to software applications to mobility solutions, creating communications that enable their customers to gain a competitive advantage. Visit their website http://www. calamp. com (http://www. calamp. com) for more information.

For more information about the upcoming 2006 Wireless & Mobile Expo & Conference, please visit the website at http://wirelessandmobile. wowgao. com (http://wirelessandmobile. wowgao. com)

This is a great opportunity for the attendees to network with hundreds of private industry executives and their colleagues from all sectors of the financial industry.

To arrange interviews with their organizing team, any of the conference speakers, or to get more information about the 2006 Wireless & Mobile Expo & Conference, please do not hesitate to call or drop an email. They also provide prepared media articles for release.

They offer the members of the media free access to all their events. To obtain your media pass for the 2006 Wireless & Mobile Expo & Conference and fulfill your organization’s media needs, please contact Jung Park at 1-416-292-0038 ext. 824 for more details.

About WowGao Inc.

WowGao Inc. is a leading, Canadian event management company that produces high quality, internationally renowned conferences and expositions that address the latest innovations and developments in the information technology industry. WowGao successfully hosts annual events, which include: The Ultimate Leading Edge IT Conferences & Expos, Wireless & Mobile Expo and Conference, Government & Health Technologies Conference and Expo, China International Multimedia Technology and Application Expo & Symposium and the e-Financial WorldExpo, all of which remain highly acclaimed in the industry.

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Interstar Technologies Awarded “Best of Show” at Internet Telephony® Conference & EXPO Miami 2005

Interstar Technologies Awarded “Best of Show” at Internet Telephony® Conference & EXPO Miami 2005

XMediusFAX® SP boardless T.38 IP fax solution for service providers and large enterprises singled out for innovation and “killer app” quality at VoIP event attended by a record 6,200+ visitors XMediusFAX® SP boardless T.38 IP fax solution for service providers and large enterprises singled out for innovation and “killer app” quality at VoIP event attended by a record 6,200+ visitors

Montreal, Canada (PRWEB) March 16, 2005

Interstar Technologies (www. faxserver. com), a leading developer of IP telephony technologies, announces that its XMediusFAX® SP solution has won a “Best of Show Award” at Technology Marketing Corporation (TMC®)’s Internet Telephony Conference and EXPO Miami 2005. The XMediusFAX SP 4.6 multi-tenant IP fax server, recently launched at the TMC event, was also singled out as a Special Attraction at Tehrani's IP Telephony Killer App Demo Days™ for its unique boardless and multi-tenant features.

“I chose Interstar’s XMediusFax SP solution as one of my killer apps because I was impressed with the product’s ability to partition fax servers to serve the needs of enterprise and service provider customers. Its support of multi-tenancy, T.38 and the ability to fax without boards made it a natural choice,” said TMC President and Conference Chairman, Rich Tehrani. “Interstar and its innovative product XMediusFAX SP are a standout indication of why so many enterprise buyers, developers, resellers and service providers flock to Internet Telephony® Conference & Expo.”

“XMediusFAX SP has been successfully deployed by both service providers and large corporations such as TriWest Healthcare Alliance, which is under contract with the US Department of Defense to manage and administer the TRICARE program throughout 21 states in the Western US region,” said Martin Demers, CEO of Interstar. “TriWest chose XMediusFAX because it is a cost-effective, secure, fault tolerant and highly-scalable solution that helps them comply with stringent governmental, regulatory and security requirements.”

The Best of Show awards are presented to companies unveiling the most impressive new products or new releases at the event. A full list of the winners will appear in the April 2005 issue of Internet Telephony magazine.

About XMediusFAX SP

XMediusFAX SP is the industryÂ’s first T.38, multi-tenant Fax Over IP solution that integrates seamlessly with leading IP telephony technologies from Cisco, 3Com/AudioCodes, and Alcatel, among others. It is designed specifically for service providers and large enterprises requiring support for multiple T1s on a single server. The product partitions your networks into hundreds of virtual fax servers, each with their own settings, queues, and administrators. Users can send and receive faxes directly from Microsoft Outlook, an SMTP email client, desktop application, or any T.37-compliant multifunction device (MFD).

XMediusFAX is an essential building block for a truly comprehensive unified messaging system. It enables corporations to further reap the real ROI benefits of VoIP deployment, since faxes will now also share a common inbox, along with email data and voicemail.

The XMediusFAX technology is the industry’s first T.38 FoIP solution with dual capabilities of operating either boardless – by leveraging VoIP gateways and IP PBXs to reduce costs and enable a true VoIP implementation – or with fax boards, to preserve existing telecom architecture. XMediusFAX has garnered numerous product awards.

XMediusFAX, runs on Windows 2000 and 2003, and is available in Enterprise, Express and Service Provider (EE, X and SP) editions. Various email messaging platforms, including Microsoft Exchange 2000 and 2003, Lotus Notes, SAP and Cisco Unity, are supported. Key features include support for H.323 and SIP, SMTP/POP3 and XML gateways, Least Cost Routing (LCR), G4 (Group 4) TIF file format, redundancy for mission critical applications, Active Directory synchronization, MMC Snap-in, HTML email notification, an API module, SPAM filtering, and a client for advanced fax functionalities.

About Interstar Technologies Inc.

Privately-held Interstar Technologies pioneered the fax server revolution in 1996 with its LightningFAX® software. It then reinvented the fax server in 2002 with XMediusFAX®, the industry’s first boardless, T.38 IP fax server solution for enterprises and service providers. With thousands of systems installed in more than 40 countries, Interstar is committed to providing world-class, electronic messaging technology to enterprise markets of all sizes, financial institutions, and governments.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Interstar Technologies maintains partnerships with Cisco Systems, Groupe SAGEM, Bell Canada, 3Com, Eicon Networks, Microsoft, Pitney Bowes, IBM, HP, Lotus, SAP, Onset Technology, Brooktrout and Artisoft. Its award-winning solutions for Microsoft Windows are distributed worldwide through a global network of resellers, system integrators and OEM partners. For more information, visit the Interstar website at www. faxserver. com.

About TMC

Technology Marketing Corporation (TMC) publishes two print magazines: Customer Interaction Solutions, and Internet Telephony; five digital publications, SIP Magazine, Speech-World, WiFI Telephony Magazine, VoIP Developer, WiMAX Magazine; and the online publications TMCnet. com, Planet PDA Magazine, WiFi Revolution, Alternative Power and BiometriTech. TMC is also the first publisher to test new products in its own on-site laboratories, TMC Labs. TMC also produces The VoIP Developer Conference, Speech-World Conference, IP Contact Center Summit and The Global Call Center Outsourcing Summit. TMCnet. com publishes more than 25 topical online newsletters. For more information about TMC, visit its Web site at www. tmcnet. com.

Media Contacts:

Gisèle Seto

Interstar Technologies

Phone: (514) 422-4323

Gseto@interstarinc. com

Michael Genaro

TMC

Phone: (203) 852-6800, ext 142

Mgenaro@tmcnet. com

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The Biggest Secrets About Women And Heart Disease

The Biggest Secrets About Women And Heart Disease

A short and insightful quiz regarding women and heart disease. The quiz tests women's knowledge of heart disease and provides important facts and answers for those at risk.

(PRWEB) February 22, 2005

Your chest feels tight. You’re finding it hard to breathe. You don’t know whether you’re going to be sick or pass out—or both. Are you having a heart attack? Heart disease claims about 500,000 women’s lives a year in the United States—nearly one death every minute. Most heart attacks and heart-related deaths occur in women over age 65, but each year more than 9,000 women under age 45 suffer a heart attack. Are you about to become the next victim? Do you know the signs? What can you do to prevent a heart attack?

Test your knowledge of heart disease by taking this quiz. The answers might urge you to implement a few good changes in your life. Live longer!

1. Heart disease is the leading killer of men. The following is the leading killer of women:

(A) Stroke (B) Breast cancer (C) Heart disease (D) Ovarian cancer

2. Women and men suffer similar symptoms when it comes to heart attacks, including angina (squeezing chest pain), unusual fatigue, shortness of breath and nausea.

(A) True (B) False

3. At the first sign of a heart attack, you should:

(A) Chew and swallow acetaminophen (Tylenol) (B) Lie down with your hands above your head (C) A and B (D) None of the above

4. Which of the following are risk factors you can change:

(A) Hypertension and high cholesterol (B) Diabetes (C) A and B (D) None of the above

Answers:

1. C. Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women. Fewer than half of American women, however, are aware that heart disease, not breast cancer, is their greatest health threat.

2. False. Women are more likely to experience atypical symptoms and may not have the classic chest pain. Instead, they may experience only shortness of breath or fatigue upon exertion. These atypical symptoms may go largely unnoticed by a busy, overworked woman. 

3. D. First, get help by calling 911. Then chew and swallow a whole aspirin (unless allergic to it), and get to a hospital immediately.

4. C. Age and a family history of heart disease are two risk factors you cannot change, but high blood pressure and cholesterol can be controlled through diet, exercise and drugs when necessary. Diabetes can also be controlled to reduce your risk of heart disease. An estimated 45 percent of diabetic women develop significant coronary heart disease. Other risk factors you can change include smoking, obesity and physical inactivity.

Journalists: For more information or to receive a complimentary subscription to The Johns Hopkins Medical Letter “Health After 50”—a thoroughly researched, monthly newsletter specifically for people over 50—contact Mary Ellen Gross, 858-456-0707, sizzle@connectnet. com. This expert source is by the internationally known doctors from Johns Hopkins—the #1 medical institution in the country (as named by U. S. News and World Report for 15 consecutive years). This unique advisory provides readers with information in the areas that affect so many adults past the age of 50, including urology, gynecology, otolaryngology, geriatrics, cancer, ophthalmology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, and rheumatology—tools that will them remain healthy, active and alert far longer than ever before. www. hopkinsafter50.com.

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Are Employees Savvy Healthcare Consumers? change:healthcare's New Index Has Answer

Are Employees Savvy Healthcare Consumers? change:healthcare's New Index Has Answer

Just launched by healthcare consumerism company change:healthcare, the Healthcare Consumerism Index gives employers and employees a wealth of information so both can improve the cost-effectiveness of their healthcare purchases.

Ferndale, WA (PRWEB) September 3, 2008

Nashville, Tenn. -- Many companies measure healthy employees in terms of "lows." Low blood pressure. Low fat. Low cholesterol. Low medical claims. So add a new sign of good consumer health - a low Healthcare Consumerism Index™ (HCI).

Just launched by healthcare consumerism (http://www. changehealthcare. com/) company change:healthcare, the Healthcare Consumerism Index (http://www. changehealthcare. com/) gives employers and employees a wealth of information so both can improve the cost-effectiveness of their healthcare purchases.

"Healthcare costs are a strain on an employer's budget," said Christopher Parks, change:healthcare CEO. "The HCI helps a company guide employee healthcare purchases toward less expensive medical care options. It helps everyone make more value-driven choices."

The HCI analyzes a company's medical claims to identify the highest and lowest prices paid for products and services by an employee population. The high and low prices form the scale's outer ranges, with the low mark representing the lowest possible price paid. Presented as an easy-to-understand score, the HCI marks the actual amount above that best possible price that employees paid for the product. The difference becomes a savings opportunity.

The HCI is also individualized for employees with the high and low range reflective of an employee's individual purchases. The employee's HCI shows the cost effectiveness of their healthcare choices and indicates where different healthcare behavior could result in a lower HCI.

"Let's say the employee's on a Healthcare Savings Account and has a high 'prescriptions' HCI," Parks said. "If he's interested in keeping healthcare costs low, his HCI points to where he could save money simply by purchasing the same prescription at a different pharmacy. And if he's using our website platform, he will see a list of other pharmacies in his area where the prescription costs less."

The HCI can be used for companies having access to their claims data. But it probably brings the most advantages to self-funded companies with employee commitments, such as wellness or disease management programs, and who are experiencing rising premiums.

"The HCI simply opens up a whole new world of managing healthcare costs," Parks said. "It's quantifiable and can help companies and employees see if they're truly being shrewd healthcare consumers." 

Contact: Frank Limpus
Phone: 615-668-9938
Email: flimpus @ changehealthcare. com
Web: www. changehealthcare. com

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National Rock Stars Go Country

National Rock Stars Go Country

Sharing the bill quickly turned into sharing the microphone, the stage, and the spotlight. Songs began to pour out, bookings began to pour in, and Keel & Wayne were off and running.

(PRWEB) February 24, 2005

This here's the story about two wild hombres with a fierce love for music and life.

Combine real songs about hard livin', hard lovin', and hard partyin'; two larger-than-life voices belting out the truth in high-powered harmony, throw in a healthy helping of scars and smiles, tattoos & beer, and you've got a musical Molotov Cocktail guaranteed to raise some eyebrows and get an audience off their asses.

They met a long time ago, in a time forever etched in history as "The 80's", in a place known as Hollywood.

Both had taken similar paths on their separate journeys; both were the sons of Country musicians. Charlie Wayne's father, Charlie Gail, had picked with Freddie Hart, Waylon Jennings, and Barbara Mandrell, while Ronnie's old man, Roy Keel, had backed up legends Ernest Tubb & Marty Robbins. In a roundabout way, these good 'ol boys gone bad (Charlie & Ronnie, that is) ended up on the other side of the fence: singing Heavy Metal music in the Hollywood Hair Band Heyday.

Ron Keel's Metal career began, strangely enough, in Nashville, where he joined a band called Lust. "I was still just a teenager, and the rebellious attitude of that music had a strong appeal to me," Ronnie confesses. "Plus, at the time, I was the only guy in Nashville with long hair and earrings so they really wanted me to be in their band." Lust won a Battle Of The Bands competition and suddenly had a hit on local radio, and before too long Ron was fronting a new band called Steeler. They left Music City for the bright lights of Hollywood, recruited a then-unknown Swedish guitarist named Yngwie Malmsteen, and released one of the biggest selling independent albums of all time.

Well, Charlie Wayne didn't have to travel quite so far - he was born and raised in Inglewood, California. "I loved playing with my grandpa and my dad at Bluegrass hoe-downs, even if I was making up my own chords," says Charlie, whose first instruments were a harmonica and a Sears Silvertone guitar. Charlie honed his vocal skills in a Beach Boys-type act called Pacific Breakwater, until the bright lights of the Sunset Strip enticed him into bands with various members of Guns N Roses, Poison, and the like...

Meanwhile, Ron Keel found fame and misfortune with Steeler...That success landed RK a brief stint as the vocalist for Metal icons Black Sabbath, and led him to the heights of Arena Rock with his own band KEEL. KEEL released several high-charting albums for MCA & A&M Records, and toured the world with powerhouse headliners like Aerosmith, Van Halen, and Bon Jovi. Songs like "The Right To Rock", "Because The Night", and "Tears Of Fire" became hits on radio and MTV and are still featured regularly on VH1 and VH1 Classic.

Along about this time is when Young Ron and Young Charlie met and became friends...mutual friends, shared dreams and common ground created a bond that remains strong to this day. Whatever you do, don't get them started telling stories about 'back in the day'.

Charlie was fronting notable bands like Hawk, and had also worked with some of the same musicians as Ron. At one point, Charlie did a stint with the BulletBoys, a Warner Brothers act not known for their lyrical sensitivity (their biggest hit was "Smooth Up In Ya"). He has a gold record on his wall to show for those efforts.

In the 90's, they diverged geographically while returning to their Country roots - Ron returned to his boyhood home of Arizona and Charlie made the move to Nashville. As Ronnie Lee Keel, Ron became one of the top drawing Country acts in the southwest, releasing a critically acclaimed solo album - 'Western Country' - and opening shows for Jo Dee Messina, Chris LeDoux, Mark Wills, and many others. Charlie Wayne vigorously pursued a solo career in Nashville, releasing several CDs and singles including "Raised On Country", collaborating with some of the best songwriters in the business, and performing extensively with his backup band Crawdad Creek.

Once Ronnie moved back to Music City in 2001, it was only a matter of time before these two old friends reunited and started working together. Sharing the bill quickly turned into sharing the microphone, the stage, and the spotlight. Songs began to pour out, bookings began to pour in, and Keel & Wayne were off and running.

Ronnie & Charlie are on the edge of hitting the highway for their first tour together, a lean-and-mean acoustic adventure that kicks off in Dallas Texas on February 4th. Shows in Alabama, Topeka, Detroit, and Denver will follow, and more confirmations are being announced daily (visit the 'ON TOUR' page for details). The show will consist of material from throughout their careers and some new surprises, and will feature Charlie's son CJ on percussion and harmony vocals.

For more about Charlie Wayne, please log on to:

Http://www. soundclick. com/bands/8/charliewayne. htm (http://www. soundclick. com/bands/8/charliewayne. htm)

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Celrase Has Consumers Smiling…But Without The Dimples

Celrase Has Consumers Smiling…But Without The Dimples

According to leading experts, about 90% of women and roughly 10% of men around the world suffer from the condition known as cellulite (abnormal fatty deposits). While there have been a plethora of treatment methods from body wraps to costly cosmetic surgical procedures, still there is no solid cure for cellulite. A breakthrough innovation from Meadow Creek (a leading cosmeceutical company, distributed online by Healthwebshopping. com) called Celrase offers millions of consumers hope in the battle against cellulite. Celrase cellulite cream utilizes the power of science and clinical proof to combat cellulite formations. It incorporates a proprietary blend of two patented and scientifically-proven ingredients: Adiposlim (which reduces the production of fat cells by causing a greater lipolysis and burning free fatty acids), and Adipoless, which helps to reduce fat and prevent the formation of new cellulite pockets.

Manalapan, NJ (PRWEB) May 31, 2009

More people are realizing that their aesthetic indisposition from cellulite woes can actually be rather easily resolved. According to leading medical experts, cellulite is a skin condition that affects about 90% of women and roughly 10% of men around the world, mostly seen in larger industrialized nations. But, newer cellulite creams, like Celrase (the leading cellulite cream on the market), are utilizing the power of science and clinical proof to combat cellulite and revive the damaged dermal layers from toxins surfacing within the cellulite. The science behind revolutionary cellulite creams like Celrase works by using key ingredients like Adiposlim (reduces the production of fat cells by causing a greater lipolysis and burning free fatty acids), and Adipoless, which helps to reduce fat and prevent the formation of new cellulite.

Cellulite is actually a name that was coined by European spas in the 1970s, as they began to develop body wraps to help treat the dimply, abnormal fatty deposits that comprise cellulite. But, contrary to popular belief, body wraps are not a permanent solution to cellulite. They merely drain excess moistures and fluids from the area, seemingly shrinking the cellulite. When such liquids are replaced in the body (a few days to a few weeks following the treatment), the cellulite resumes its normal, dimply appearance.

According to physician Lionel Bissoon, in a 2009 interview with Scientific American, Cellulite is, "A condition that affects 90 percent of women and 10 percent of men, mostly in industrial nations. As women start approaching menopause, estrogen starts decreasing. From 25 to 35 is when you start seeing the appearance of cellulite. Estrogen has an impact on the blood vessels. When estrogen starts to decrease, you lose receptors in blood vessels and thighs, so you have decreased circulation. With decreased circulation you get less oxygen and nutrition to that area, and with that we see a decrease in collagen production. Also, at this time, fat cells start becoming larger, (they) begin protruding through the collagen and become the bumpy fat known as cellulite."

Spokesperson for the makers of Celrase Cellulite Cream (Meadow Creek, distributed by Healthwebshopping. com online), Danielle Myers, couldn't agree more.

"Cellulite is just this finicky, fatty nuisance that most women - unfortunately - will have to deal with during their lives. Sometimes working out and eating right are just not enough to eliminate resilient cellulite pockets. But, the clinically-proven power of Celrase can help to reduce the appearance of cellulite fast! Leaving happy consumers smiling…but without the dimples!"

Celrase cellulite cream can help to eliminate the appearance of cellulite on your body. It works by causing a greater lipolysis and burning more free fatty acids, reducing the appearance of cellulite and preventing future cellulite formations. It is used daily as a topical cream by dabbing small amounts on the targeted areas of the body that show cellulite formations and massaging it into the skin.

Most people will see noticeable results within the first one to two weeks of daily usage. Celrase cellulite cream causes no adverse side effects, is clinically-proven and all-natural.

To learn more about this breakthrough cellulite cream, please visit them online at: http://www. celrase. com (http://www. celrase. com).

About Celrase:
 Developed by Meadow Creek--a leading cosmeceutical company  Incorporates a proprietary blend of two patented and scientifically proven ingredients: Adiposlim, which reduces the production of fat cells by causing a greater lipolysis and burning free fatty acids, and Adipoless, which helps to reduce fat and prevent the formation of new cellulite  Rich in Squalane, an extract of Shark Liver Oil, that deeply penetrates and moisturizes the skin without leaving any oily residue  Contains Chenopodium Quinoa Seed extract to help the skin return to a soft and supple nature  A noticeable reduction of cellulite and fatty areas can be visibly seen within 1-7 weeks of daily application  More cost-effective than spa-based body wrap treatments, which only provide temporary results in the loss of cellulite because they increase water loss in the affected areas  One of the best-kept celebrity secrets on eliminating cellulite and preventing it from coming back  Easily applied as a topical, fat-burning cellulite cream  100% safe, effective and all-natural  Causes no known side effects  Clinically-proven  Currently available at their secured online store with a generous discount off the retail price when ordered online at: http://www. celrase. com (http://www. celrase. com)

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Laughter Really Is The Best Medicine Say Authors of New Award-Winning Wellness Book

Laughter Really Is The Best Medicine Say Authors of New Award-Winning Wellness Book

Mirth, laughter, and joy are key ingredients to a long and happy life. Laughter and a positive attitude have been scientifically supported to increase length and quality of life. But how do you keep a mirthful spirit alive amid life's trials and tribulations?

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) June 9, 2008

Laughter will make you live a longer and happier life. Just ask Mary and Edna, who have been laughing together for years. Now they reveal their secrets in "A Mirthful Spirit: Embracing Laughter for Wellness" (ISBN 9781592981656, Beaver's Pond Press, 2007). It won 2008 Best Humor Award from the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor (AATH.)

Mary Huntley and Edna Thayer want to leave their mark. They know their experiences with laughter and their research about the ways in which laughter has influenced people's wellness will benefit others. Their collaboration on "A Mirthful Spirit" has resulted in a unique work on the many physical and psycho-social benefits of laughter.

"A Mirthful Spirit" is divided into four sections. The first section discusses both the physical and relationship benefits of laughter. The second section provides tips to enhance your humor potential during different life stages. Next comes a much-needed guide to maintaining humor in work, school and health care settings. Finally, the book explores the serious side of laughter and its historical and cultural evolution as well as what other research on laughter and wellness is telling us. Some fun comparisons between music and laughter buoy up this last section.

Huntley and Thayer warn against the ways humor is used to ridicule. They passionately emphasize using humor positively and to avoid harm that comes from negative teasing. The authors focus on keeping the book light and festive, sprinkled with examples from their many research participants who aided in bringing "A Mirthful Spirit" to fruition.

Through extensive research, the authors found that laughing intentionally everyday has tremendous benefits. Laughter brings about relief from stress, anxiety and tension, improves pain tolerance, increases brain-cell functioning, builds a stronger immune system, stimulates respiration, circulation, and digestion, promotes psychological well-being, improves self-esteem, creates happier moods, and enhances relationships. "A Mirthful Spirit" provides examples of how these benefits can be acquired by the use of positive humor.

Reading "A Mirthful Spirit" will change your outlook on life. Not only will you become happier--everyone will feel your joy and start laughing with you. Huntley and Thayer are firm believers in what one of their heroes, Patch Adams, says, "The most revolutionary act we can commit in the world is to be happy." Go buy a copy of "A Mirthful Spirit" and you too can laugh your way to wellness.

About the Authors
Mary Huntley and Edna Thayer met as colleagues at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Both have professional backgrounds in health care, nursing, and teaching. They have written and spoken extensively on the benefits of laughter. "A Mirthful Spirit" is their concise guide to laughter for readers who want fulfilling lives.

"A Mirthful Spirit: Embracing Laughter for Wellness" (ISBN 9781592981656, Beaver's Pond Press, 2007) can be purchased through local and online bookstores. For more information, visit www. mirthfulspirit. com. Publicity contact: www. ReaderViews. com. Review copies available upon request.

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What's Missing in All Weightloss Programs

What's Missing in All Weightloss Programs

Many people complain of uncontrollable cravings for sweets, breads and even alcohol. Overgrowth of Candida causes intense cravings for sugar and starch, which is why many people cannot follow a weight loss diet. Dr. Shahani's book helps readers achieve good GI health.

Walnut Creek, Calif. (PRWEB) June 14, 2005

With the U. S. weight loss market forecast to hit $61 billion by 2008, Nebraska Cultures, Inc. announced that many popular weight loss programs on the market today might be missing an essential component when it comes to responsible weight loss.

In their newly released book entitled “Cultivate Health from Within: Dr. Shahni’s Guide to Probiotics,” researched and authored by Khem Shahani, Ph. D., with a foreword by Frederic Vagnini, M. D., F. A.C. S., it becomes obvious that a critical factor in maintaining your ideal body weight is to make sure that your digestive system is functioning properly. A healthy digestive system increases energy and improves your metabolism, both critical factors in a responsible weight loss program ensuring that weight loss occurs and stays permanent.

Often overlooked, but always obvious, are the conditions of being bloated and gaseous--a sure sign that your digestive system is not “properly tuned.” People often complain that as they diet and exercise they somehow do not seem to be reducing the bulge in the stomach area. Yeast overgrowth may be a major factor in promoting mid-section weight gain, as well as sap energy from your body. Many people complain of uncontrollable cravings for sweets, breads and even alcohol. Overgrowth of Candida causes intense cravings for sugar and starch, which is why many people cannot follow a weight loss diet

The book informs the reader how to take control of yeast overgrowth, and, according to “Cultivate Health from Within," In modern times, proper balance of friendly bacteria is not an easy feat to accomplish. Diets rich in sugar, cortisone and cortisone-like drugs, birth control pills, immuno-suppressive drugs and antibiotics, have been major culprits in affecting a naturally healthy digestive system" and promote excessive, unwanted yeast growth in the body and unwanted weight gain.

Many people are unaware that they consume antibiotics daily, without a doctor's prescription, in the foods they eat. Antibiotics are routinely used as supplements in animal feed or the treatment of sick livestock. Consequently, humans who eat these types of animal products may be destroying their beneficial bacteria allowing yeasts to proliferate without their knowledge, which compromises proper GI Tract health and promotes undesired weight gain.

A responsible weight loss program should always include the use of the most effective strain of pro-biotics, which can create an environment in which yeasts cannot survive. This timely information is described in great detail in Khem Shahani's book, “Cultivate Health from Within.”

Spokesman for the book, Frederic Vagnini, M. D., F. A.C. S. stated, "Khem Shahani's pioneering research and dedication to the understanding of pro-biotics, as stated in the book, will benefit all people, young and old, for decades."

Contact: Angie Jones

Jones Int'l

760-773-3232

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The Magic Number is 3: Three Leaders from Two of the Southwest's Larger Advertising Agencies Start Their Own Firm, "3"

The Magic Number is 3: Three Leaders from Two of the Southwest's Larger Advertising Agencies Start Their Own Firm, "3"

A new generation of advertising leadership opens shop, with three creative and strategic talents departing Albuquerque's Rick Johnson & Company and McKee Wallwork Henderson.

Albuquerque, NM (PRWEB) August 24, 2005

3 is a magic number. It's also the name of the new full-service advertising and design firm headed by three -- that's 3 -- of New Mexico's most experienced and talented advertising minds. The partnership was co-founded by Chris Moore, former Account Manager of McKee Wallwork Henderson; Sam Maclay, former Vice President and Creative Director at Rick Johnson & Company; and Tim McGrath, former Design Director at Rick Johnson & Company.

Together or separately, the trio has won recognition from virtually every major national and international advertising award show, including the coveted EFFIE Awards, the One Show, Communication Arts Advertising and Design Awards, the National Addys, and Cannes. In addition, the individuals of 3 have won more than 100 New Mexico Addys and several Best of Show Addys, American Marketing Awards, and recognition from international publications such as Archive, Print, How, Step, Coupe, Shoot Magazine, Graphis and others.

"We've had an amazing opportunity to learn from and contribute to the success of the agencies we were with," says Chris Moore, Strategic Director of 3. "Now we're ready to show what we can do on our own for clients with our highly focused approach."

"We chose the name 3 to signify our approach to the key aspects of advertising: collaboration, insight and creativity," says Sam Maclay, Creative Director of 3. "The idea is to collaborate with clients to achieve the greatest level of insight, which then leads to the most creative, effective ideas." 

The new agency has full-service capabilities, ranging from strategy and account service to media and creative/design services, including interactive. The firm started business with branding and marketing assignments from clients based in Albuquerque, Florida and California.

"We all love New Mexico and donÂ’t want to live anywhere else," says Maclay. "We think there is room for a firm offering our skills and experience, and we're in this for the duration."

Says Moore, "WeÂ’re excited to help smart marketers in New Mexico, the region and beyond achieve something special."

"Bottom line, it's a thrill to be able to combine our strengths as one concentrated resource for clients," says Tim McGrath, 3's Design Director. "We just have so much to offer and canÂ’t wait to get started."

Adds Chris Moore, "for those clients seeking -- and perhaps even demanding -- compelling and smart strategy, advertising and design, we're up to the challenge. It's what we've been doing for years."

3 is a full-service advertising and design firm based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm's partners have years of award-winning experience in branding, marketing and advertising/design for retail, healthcare, financial services, tourism, destination marketing, gaming, packaged goods, real estate, automotive, technology, agri-business, e-commerce, public service, and social cause categories. Website: www. whois3.com. Contact: Chris Moore, Strategic Director, 505.553.4348.

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Childhood Skincare: What Is Normal, and What Warrants a Doctor Visit

Childhood Skincare: What Is Normal, and What Warrants a Doctor Visit

Skincare News explains the differences between harmless and potentially dangerous childhood skin care issues.

Sacramento, CA (PRWEB) April 25, 2007

Being a parent is full of challenges. Keeping your child healthy and free from harm is by far the biggest of these hurdles. That is what Skincare-New's latest article, "Childhood Itches, Bumps, and Birthmarks Part One," is all about (http://www. skincare-news. com/articles. php? ArtID=2980 (http://www. skincare-news. com/articles. php? ArtID=2980)).

According to the article, most pigmentations found on a baby's skin at birth are considered to be perfectly safe and free of concern.

Salmon patches are almost always worry-free. Also known as "angel kisses" and "stork bites", pet names given due to the fact that salmon patches are often found on newborn babies, these may fade with time or remain throughout adulthood. Rarely do they require treatment.

However, occasionally there are some skin care issues that deserve some further investigation: If your baby has a birthmark that is red, pink, or bluish, or is raised up on the skin, these marks should be brought to your dermatologist or pediatrician's attention and monitored. These markings are known as vascular birthmarks. The blood vessels are very close to the skin in these instances and at times they can cause health issues.

It is also important to understand the anatomy of your child's birthmarks and other skin abnormalities, so you understand what the treatment for such might be A specific type of birthmark called Hemangioma is a prime example of this:

While hemangiomas are usually harmless, it is important that these are still monitored. If this vascular birthmark begins to bleed or change shape/color significantly, take your child to a doctor who specializes in pediatric skin conditions as soon as possible.

According to the Skincare News Team's sources, prevention and attention to detail is vital to save your child from potentially dangerous skin conditions.

Skincare-News. com covers all skincare and beauty topics from head to toe. Check out these latest articles:

"Celebrate Spring with Some Skincare as Fresh as the Season"
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Spring has sprung! Spice up your skincare routine with these recommended tips and tricks for the season.

"Overwhelmed with Overpriced Skin Care? Beat Inflation with Smart Skincare Shopping"
Http://www. skincare-news. com/articles. php? ArtID=257 (http://www. skincare-news. com/articles. php? ArtID=257)

You can look gorgeous without going broke! This article helps smart shoppers find a way to break out of their monotonous skincare mold without breaking the bank.

"The Aging Neck…Skincare's Forgotten Frontier!"
Http://www. skincare-news. com/articles. php? ArtID=258 (http://www. skincare-news. com/articles. php? ArtID=258)

Ever notice how the older we get the more often we choose a scarf or turtleneck to wear? Let's be honest, we're not doing it to be fashion forward. From now on, let's solve the problem of that aging neck, and not by hiding it behind knit and silk. Read this article and find out a few ways other than plastic surgery to start sporting a firm, beautiful, and glowing neck. Who wants to look like a turkey, when you can look like a swan?

"Skin Care & Beauty Basics - Part 3: How to Be a Powder Puff Girl!"
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Powder is the finishing touch after applying the rest of your makeup. Read on to see how you can make the most out of the powder you use and learn tips to help you get it right every time.

About SkinCare-News. com:
Your Source for Intelligent Skin Care, Skincare-News. com is the online source for consumers seeking intelligent beauty and skin care news, advice, tips and articles. Founded in 2005, SkinCare-News. com features articles, news items and frequently asked questions on skincare and beauty related issues. SkinCare-News. com is located in Sacramento, California but receives visitors from all around the world. For more information, visit http://www. skincare-news. com (http://www. skincare-news. com).

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ReproMed and Xytex Cryo International Form Canadian Sperm Distribution Alliance

ReproMed and Xytex Cryo International Form Canadian Sperm Distribution Alliance

The need for fertility treatments is steadily increasing in North America and around the globe. Xytex Cryo International, a US based sperm bank, and ReproMed, a Toronto based fertility clinic, have recently partnered in order to assist with creating healthy families in Canada.

Toronto, Canada (PRWEB) July 23, 2010

The need for fertility treatments is steadily increasing in North America and around the globe. Xytex Cryo International, a US based sperm bank, and ReproMed, a Toronto based fertility clinic, have recently partnered in order to assist with creating healthy families in Canada.

For fertile couples, there is approximately a 20% chance of achieving a successful pregnancy in any six month period. For those who can not have children through conventional methods, Xytex and ReproMed offer the opportunity to choose a fully screened, high quality sperm donor to help realize their dream of having a family.

With over 30 million motile sperm per milliliter, Xytex offers the highest quality guarantee of any sperm bank. Therefore, Canadian women who choose Xytex donor sperm via ReproMed are given a greater opportunity to become pregnant. This is one of the many reasons ReproMed has chosen to partner with Xytex. Also a factor was the extensive and diverse donor panel, the website with child/adult donor photos, the newly opened offices in the New York/New Jersey area, full Canadian and FDA compliance, and over 35 years of continued operations.

For more than 20 years, ReproMed has been successfully serving Canadian patients in the field of Reproductive Medicine and is a member of the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Association (CFAS) and A. S.R. M. With over 35 years of fertility assistance experience and successful research, Xytex, also an A. S.R. M. member is the oldest existing sperm bank and offers Canadian Compliant donor sperm directly to ReproMed.

Dr. Del Valle of ReproMed stated “ReproMed is glad to be partnered with Xytex and have the ability to offer their quality samples to physicians in our distribution channel. Their extensive catalogue of donors offering Canadian compliant semen will give patients of ReproMed even more choices when it comes to building families.”

About Xytex Cryo International:
Xytex Cryo International has been enhancing lives through cellular ingenuity since 1975. A worldwide leader in reproductive tissue storage and research, Xytex Cryo International has been featured in numerous medical publications as well as Newsweek, Rolling Stone, and on 60 Minutes, Good Morning America and The Oprah Winfrey Show.

Xytex Cryo International is the parent company of Xytex Cryo Sperm Bank, Xytex Cryo Tissue Storage (XTS), Xytex Cryo Cord Blood Bank; and Xytex Cryo Research. For more information, please visit www. xytexinternational. com.

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Anticipated Flu Shots Begin In Borderland Today

Anticipated Flu Shots Begin In Borderland Today

Major El Paso flu provider begins administering vaccinations today.

El Paso, TX (PRWEB) October 1, 2007

Beginning Monday, El Pasoans will have 123 more locations to choose from to receive their flu shots. ProAction, in their annual flu campaign has teamed up with the City, County and school districts to offer flu shots in all areas of the region from Anthony to Tornillo. ProAction's outreach efforts coupled with acceptance of Medicare, Children's Medicaid and CHIP, many common barriers to immunization have been removed such as availability, transportation, and financial strains.

"We are going to be visiting every senior center, nutrition center and high school as well as other locations to take the flu shots into the community making it very accessible to people no matter where they live" said Dusty Warden, Outreach Coordinator for ProAction. "Stretching into the far reaches of the county is also equally important where traditional healthcare resources are either limited or unavailable."

Children, seniors and the medically frail are all particularly vulnerable to fall ill from the flu, however with flu supplies up this year, flu shots are available to everybody 6 months and older who wants to protect themselves from the potentially life threatening bug.

It is extremely important to be immunized against the flu. Every year in the United States, on average 5% to 20% of the population gets the flu; more than 200,000 people are hospitalized from flu complications, and about 36,000 people die from flu. The Centers for Disease Control and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices have centered themselves around a push to immunize more people against the potentially fatal disease.

The 2007 recommendations include six principal changes or updates:
ACIP reemphasizes the importance of administering 2 doses of vaccine to all children aged 6 months-8 years if they have not been vaccinated previously at any time on the basis of accumulating data indicating that 2 doses are required for protection in these children. ACIP recommends that children aged 6 months-8 years who received only 1 dose in their first year of vaccination receive 2 doses the following year. ACIP reiterates a previous recommendation that all persons, including school-aged children, who want to reduce the risk of becoming ill with influenza or of transmitting influenza to others should be vaccinated. ACIP emphasizes that immunization providers should offer influenza vaccine and schedule immunization clinics throughout the influenza season. ACIP recommends that health-care administrators consider the level of vaccination coverage among healthcare personnel to be one measure of a patient safety quality program and implement policies to encourage vaccination. The 2007-2008 trivalent vaccine strains are A/Solomon Islands/3/2006 (H1N1)-like (new for this season), A/Wisconsin/67/2005 (H3N2)-like, and B/Malaysia/2506/2004-like viruses.

About us…
ProAction Community Health is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to promoting health and safety in El Paso County, serving to the metro and rural areas of our area. ProAction works in partnership with the El Paso City-County Health and Environmental District in immunization projects across the city. For more information, you can reach us at the above listed information.

Photo Opportunities…
Video and still photographs may be obtained at our main office and clinic located at 222 S. Campbell, Basement - Inside the Tillman Health Center. Clinic services are provided Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. We will also be available at immunization locations listed on the schedule attached. To schedule an opportunity and/or interview please contact Dusty Warden at 915-727-0898.

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OH Logistics Adds Dave Gordon: Accomplished Industry Executive Joins Leading 3PL

OH Logistics Adds Dave Gordon: Accomplished Industry Executive Joins Leading 3PL

Ozburn-Hessey Logistics announced the addition of Dave Gordon as Executive Vice President of Business Development for the company.

Nashville, TN (PRWEB) September 16, 2005

Ozburn-Hessey Logistics announced the addition of Dave Gordon as Executive Vice President of Business Development for the company. In this role, Gordon will oversee the development of new client relationships as well as maintenance and growth of existing clients for the logistics company.

Gordon brings 25 years of supply chain management experience to the organization. Most recently, he was Vice President of CH Robinson Worldwide, responsible for business development of National Accounts. Prior to that he was the President and founder of Florida Freightways. Earlier, Gordon served as Vice President of U. S. Operations for CVS International; as District Manager for TNT Express; and as Domestic and International Sales Manager for Burlington Northern Air Freight.

“Bringing Dave on board will help us execute our aggressive growth strategy successfully,” said Scott McWilliams, CEO of OH Logistics. “He brings extensive industry experience and fits great with us culturally. Dave understands the value of partnering with clients instead of simply providing services to them. I look forward to working with him.”

“In Dave Gordon, OH Logistics has hired one of the top logistics business development executives in the country,” said Steve Lanter, EVP of Transportation Operations for OH Logistics. “His high-energy, aggressive approach will be a great complement to our existing business development team.”

Gordon earned BS and MBA degrees in Transportation Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He is involved with various supply chain management groups and has served in the past as a board member of the American Trucking Association.

About OH Logistics (www. ohlogistics. com)

Based in Tennessee, Ozburn-Hessey Logistics is the nationÂ’s largest privately held 3PL, serving Fortune 1500 companies with strategically placed, multi-client warehouse campuses as well as numerous dedicated facilities. The company serves the food service consolidation, industrial, electronic & high tech, pharmaceutical & medical, health and beauty, and consumer products industries. OH Logistics provides services including fulfillment, e-commerce fulfillment, service parts management, return logistics, cross-docking and pool distribution. The company operates over 19 million square feet of warehouse space nationwide; offers complete transportation management of parcel, LTL and TL shipments; and employs over 2,700. OH Logistics can be reached at (877) 401-6400 or on the web at www. ohlogistics. com.

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Cuba denounces serious violations against Gerardo Hernández

Cuba denounces serious violations against Gerardo Hernández

Cuban Five prisoner Gerardo Hernández is undergoing the most severe punishment possible in his prison in Lompoc, California, says US attorney Leonard Weinglass. He is confined to a very small cell in which one can walk only three steps, with no windows and only a slot in the metal door through which food is passed. He wears just underpants and a T shirt. No shoes. No reading material or printed material is allowed. He cannot tell when it is day or night.

(PRWEB) March 19, 2003

After frequent requests were made to Assistant United States Attorney Caroline Heck Miller in Florida, on March 16th US attorney Leonard Weinglass was able to gain permission to visit Gerardo Hernández - a visit that already had been planned back in February before all of the Cuban Five were placed in solitary confinement.

According to Weinglass, Gerardo is undergoing the most severe punishment in his prison in Lompoc, California, where he is confined to what is known as "the Box" within the Special Housing Unit - a hole within the "Hole". He has been under this regimen since February 28th when he was transferred to solitary without any reason given.

He is confined to a very small cell in which one can walk only three steps, with no windows and only a slot in the metal door through which food is passed. The bars in front are covered with a metal mesh screen through which it is almost impossible to see anything and remain close 24 hours a day.

There is a toilet and a concrete bed with a thin pad in the cell. His clothes were taken from him and he wears just underpants and a T-shirt. No shoes.

He cannot tell when it is day or night. The lights in his cell are the only ones that remain switched on 24 hours a day and the constant cries of other prisoners, many of whom suffer mental health problems, prevent him from sleeping.

No reading material or printed material is allowed. Signs are posted in front of his cell, which states that no one is to have contact with him. He is the only inmate in this segregation regime who is not allowed to use the telephone.

Gerardo has unsuccessfully attempted to register a complaint under the prison's established procedures but has been told that there are no complaint forms available.

On March 2nd he filed an informal complaint, as the correct form had not been supplied to him. He hasn't received a response.

On March 11th the prison authorities brought him a letter from Joaquín Méndez, one of the defense attorneys, but they took it away before he could read it. On March 14th he was told that he would be given his legal mail. However, to date he has received nothing - not even correspondence from his attorneys.

The treatment that is currently being given to Gerardo, Ramón, Antonio, Fernando and René is completely illegal and severely obstructs their defense rights when they and their attorneys need to prepare the appeal that is to be presented not later than April 7th. This cruel, unusual, discriminatory and completely unjustifiable treatment constitutes a flagrant case of torture that has to be strongly and urgently denounced.

Antiterrorism Working Group

National Parliament

Orion Health™ Technology to Build First HIE in Georgia

Orion Health™ Technology to Build First HIE in Georgia

Chatham County Safety Net Planning Council (CCSNPC) has selected Orion Health, Inc. to build the Chatham County Health Information Exchange (HIE) Pilot to serve the more than 250,000 people in the Southeast Coastal Georgia County.

Santa Monica, CA (Vocus) December 1, 2009

Chatham County Safety Net Planning Council (CCSNPC) has selected Orion Health, Inc. to build the Chatham County Health Information Exchange (HIE) Pilot to serve the more than 250,000 people in the Southeast Coastal Georgia County.

Located in Savannah, GA, CCSNPC is charged with assisting the Chatham County Commission in developing a healthcare infrastructure that leverages available resources and maximizes strong local partnerships to improve access to and efficiency of healthcare services. Through increased access to care, enhanced capacity and improved efficiency within the community’s Safety net system, CCSNPC’s goal is addressing the health care needs of the uninsured and underinsured through ongoing collaboration and evaluation to deliver improved patient outcomes. CCSNPC have recognized that a critical piece in achieving these goals is to establish a health information exchange - beginning with a pilot project connecting one major hospital emergency department and one Federally Qualified Health Center in the county.

Chatham County is one of over 11 HIEs of which Orion Health technology is a large contributing component.

The HIE solution from Orion Health creates an infrastructure that allows for secure electronic exchange of health information among the Chatham County care providers. Orion Health Rhapsody Integration Engine software provides data exchange, messaging and public health reporting from the data store. The Orion Health Concerto Portal provides a web-based portal for Safety Net providers, and others involved in supporting the communities’ healthcare to securely view patient information. Orion Health also engaged with strategic partners Initiate who provided patient identifier and record locator services necessary for data exchange.

The Georgia Department of Community Health selected the CCSNPC HIE as one of three state demonstration projects and the Health Resources and Services Administration has awarded CCSNPC an earmark for equipment and software purchasing.

Paula Reynolds, MD, MPH, CCSNPC’s Executive Director says selecting Orion Health was the obvious choice to help fortify this infrastructure. “CCSNPC membership is committed to looking to improve our infrastructure through technology. After reviewing several other vendor’s products, we saw that Orion Health was able to provide an end-to-end solution to implement a world class, complete HIE infrastructure, scalable to our Pilot Project needs, but capable of expansion to grow with our communities needs. The initial cost of ownership and training available means that we can develop our own IT staff to support and manage the project.”

Paul Viskovich, Orion Health President of North America and EMEA Operations notes Chatham County is one of several HIEs that Orion Health has had the opportunity to help develop over the past year.
“We have seen incredible success providing community health organizations with a health information infrastructure as good or better as any HIE in the country.”

“By partnering with Initiate Systems on this project we were able to provide Chatham County an HIE that includes e-prescribing and is also conscious of budgetary and resource challenges while being managed by minimal internal resources”, continued Mr. Viskovich.

The Chatham County Safety Net Planning Council is a collaboration consisting of providers, government, representatives, advocates, funders, and consumers. While the initial HIE Pilot Project would serve only Chatham County, CCSNPC’s future aspirations extend to the participation of all regional health care providers including the rest of the Safety Net providers, regional hospitals, private providers and Public Health. Dr. Reynolds adds, “Orion’s solution allows us to extend the opportunity to participate in our system to providers with virtually any of the EMR systems currently available and to be prepared to communicate with other HIE’s which may be developed in other communities in Georgia, including a state-wide HIE.”

Orion Health™ solutions use standards-based technology to integrate data within a facility and external partners without incurring costly rip and replace approaches. Currently the company helps facilities and healthcare communities that connect 35 million patients with tens of thousands of active users.

About Orion Health Inc.
Orion Health’s easy-to-use solutions and applications improve patient care and clinical decision making by providing integrated health data in a single, unified view. By enhancing existing healthcare information systems, the Orion Health Rhapsody® Integration Engine, Concerto® Physician Portal and clinical workflow solutions provide healthcare workers with easy access to patient data and trends, and reduce errors and omissions by streamlining information transfer.

Worldwide, Orion Health is implementing health information communities involving over 35 million patients with tens of thousands of active users including Maine’s HealthInfoNet. Orion Health’s partners include leading health system integrators and IT vendors such as Accenture, IBM, Oracle Corporation, Sierra Systems and others. Orion Health has more than 1,000 clients around the world, including Lahey Clinic, New York State Department of Health, UCLA Medical Center, and U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). More information can be found at http://www. orionhealth. com.

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Powerful New Program Eliminates Anxiety and Panic Attacks Without Medications

Powerful New Program Eliminates Anxiety and Panic Attacks Without Medications

The SelfSteps Program is rapidly becoming an online bestseller for beating chronic anxiety and panic attacks.

Topeka, KS (PRWEB) February 21, 2007

The SelfSteps Program is rapidly becoming an online bestseller for beating chronic anxiety and panic attacks. This unique and powerful program was written by a 10 year panic and anxiety survivor and is now the #1 Bestseller in Mental Health at PayDotCom. com. The program continues to gain wide appeal to those who are suffering with chronic anxiety and panic attacks.

The SelfSteps Program is a drug free approach to bringing the mind and body into proper balance so the occurance of anxiety and panic is greatly reduced. There are many unique methods that sufferers can use such as "The BounceBack Technique," "The Instant Fear and Phobia Technique," and "The Memory Interruption Method" just to name a few.

One recent user of the program is quoted as saying, "For about the last 2 years I have been having a personal anxiety battle -- with myself! I have had countless visits to the doctor, scoured the Internet, tried all sorts of remedies and various unsuccessful techniques to no avail. In a moment of desperation and frustration I saw The SelfSteps Program and took a chance. I didn't expect a change overnight...but I got one!"

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately 2.4 million American adults suffer with panic disorder and only 1 out of 4 people with panic disorder receive treatment.

Now anyone with chronic anxiety or panic disorder may be able to break the vicious cycle with these new and powerful techniques found in The SelfSteps Program that don't require medication or psychotherapy.

The SelfSteps Program is now available only at http://www. selfsteps. com (http://www. selfsteps. com).

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Financial Tips for Tough Times

Financial Tips for Tough Times

Consumers experiencing financial difficulties will find help in the form of a new video and an accompanying document from motivational speaker and cookbook author, Lisa A. Lundy, which you can download free from her website.

Buffalo, NY (Vocus) July 27, 2009

The June unemployment rate changed little coming in at 9.5 percent with job losses across the major industry sectors with large declines in manufacturing, professional and business services and construction according to the U. S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics (http://www. bls. gov/cps/) report. Foreclosure filings - default notices, scheduled auctions and bank repossessions - have increased nearly 18 percent since May 2008 according to Realty Trac® (http://www. realtytrac. com/ContentManagement/PressRelease. aspx? channelid=9&ItemID=6655), the leading online marketplace for foreclosure properties.

An article (http://www. eurekalert. org/pub_releases/2009-06/ehs-o6o060309.php) appearing in the August issue of the American Journal of Medicine reports that over 60 percent of all U. S. bankruptcies are attributable to medical problems with most victims being middle class, well-educated and having health insurance coverage. Consumers experiencing financial difficulties can find help in the form of a new video and tip sheet from motivational speaker and cookbook author, Lisa A. Lundy, which you can download free from her website at http://www. TheSuperAllergyCookbook. com (http://www. TheSuperAllergyCookbook. com)

Lundy knows about experiencing tough financial times as she and her husband, Randy Garrett, have spent over $100,000 in out-of-pocket medical expenses to keep their young daughter alive and to get her on the road to full health. Ms. Lundy and her husband have made extraordinary efforts to help their daughter, Anne, go from a modern-day bubble child to a 7-year-old girl with a bright future. Anne's underlying medical issue is that her body has not been absorbing vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids leaving her immune system suppressed and dysfunctional. Their situation was the subject of a FOX 5 NYC News (http://www. thesuperallergycookbook. com/ourstory. html) story in May 2006 - an authentic and raw news story rich with details on what Lundy and her husband have done to keep Anne alive and help her get well.

"I have great compassion for the financial difficulties, the emotional stress, the constant worry that American consumers are experiencing," Lundy said. "We have been experiencing extreme financial issues ourselves for the last six years, and I have a message of hope. I have also made plenty of mistakes and I hope others can benefit from my mistakes."

Lundy has used the extreme difficulties that she and her husband have had to look inward and grow herself and to help other people starting with her cookbook, The Super Allergy Girl™ Allergy & Celiac Cookbook - From A Mother Who Knows™. Her book is a gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, peanut-free, and tree-nut free resource with over 100 pages of essential information and over 225 delicious recipes, which is available at http://www. TheSuperAllergyCookbook. com (http://www. TheSuperAllergyCookbook. com). Her cookbook is used for health issues including food allergies and food sensitivities, celiac disease, gluten intolerance, autism, ADD, ADHD, gastrointestinal issues, abdominal pain and bloating, irritable bowel, Crohn's, depression, anxiety, and more.

Lundy reported that she was humbled by having to accept help from friends, family, neighbors and even strangers in the last three years, and now she is even more humbled by how her cookbook is helping people in the U. S., Canada, and Australia. She is committed to helping others make it through difficult times and she shares her suggestions in the video and tip sheet. She is someone who is good at making the best out of any situation. "If we can make it with a child who we did not know would survive or not, the hours spent at the physicians offices, the extra therapies and interventions her condition has required not to mention the special foods and the financial bills, and dare we even mention the home schooling of all three children, then there are many other people who can make it too," Lundy asserted. Her website, http://www. TheSuperAllergyCookbook. com (http://www. TheSuperAllergyCookbook. com) has a multitude of free documents, tip sheets, videos, white papers, and recipes - all free with no registration required - to help consumers be supported in food and health.

Size: 6" x 9"
Pages: 405 pages
Soft Cover, Perfect Bound
ISBN#: 978-0-9797542-0-3
Price: $28.95

Contact: Ms. Lisa Lundy
Phone: (716) 835-6392

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Home Publications Triple in Number from 2005 to 2010 According to Standard Periodical Directory

Home Publications Triple in Number from 2005 to 2010 According to Standard Periodical Directory

Home publications topped the list of publications with the most significant five year growth, up from 123 titles in 2005 to 337 titles in 2010, according to the new edition of The Standard Periodical Directory (www. mediafinder. com) released today.

New York, NY (PRWEB) March 17, 2010

Home publications topped the list of publications with the most significant five year growth, up from 123 titles in 2005 to 337 titles in 2010, according to the new edition of The Standard Periodical Directory (http://www. mediafinder. com (http://www. mediafinder. com)) released today.

The Standard Periodical Directory is the largest directory of U. S. and Canadian periodicals, with information on 65,166 publications: magazines (16,770), journals (13,469), newspapers (8,503), newsletters (15,061), directories (3,302), and yearbooks (973). The online edition of the Standard Periodical Directory is available at www. mediafinder. com.

Over the last five years, celebrity publications also showed significant growth from 81 titles to 139, according to The Standard Periodical Directory. New celebrity titles include Disney twenty-three and Juicy.

"While home magazines experienced strong growth over the last five years, 2009 was tough year for that category with the closing of Country Home, Southern Accents, Domino, Backyard Living, and Metropolitan Home," said Trish Hagood, President of Oxbridge Communications. "In the celebrity world, consumer interest in fan publications continues helping to spur growth in that category."

Publication categories that experienced growth from 2005 to 2010 include Oil/Natural Gas, Wildlife, Genetics, Forestry, Biology, and Water Supply. At the same time, declining categories include Sex (34%), Employment (28%), and Manufacturing (24%).

While home publications are strong (337 titles), the categories with the most titles continue to be: Medicine (3,285), Law (2,357), Ethnic (2,179), Computers (1,882), Religion (1,833), Education (1,473), Business (1,365), Health (1,237), Investment (1,136), and Travel (1,131).

The trend from print-only publications to combinations of print and online products continues in 2010. The Standard Periodical Directory includes information on 23,107 print-only publications, and 25,357 publications that are available in both print and electronic formats. Electronic-only publications (6,944 titles) include online, e-mail, fax or digital outputs.

The Standard Periodical Directory 2010 edition lists 36,737 publications that accept advertising, and 10,380 that rent their subscriber lists. In addition, it includes information on 57,813 company Web sites and 49,877 company e-mail addresses; 17,672 title Web sites and 23,219 title e-mail addresses.

Available immediately at www. mediafinder. com or by calling 1-800-955-0231, The Standard Periodical Directory is priced at $1,995 for the print edition and $1,295 for an online MediaFinder® subscription, www. mediafinder. com.

Oxbridge Communications, founded in 1964, has the largest database of U. S. and Canadian periodicals and catalogs. In addition to The Standard Periodical Directory, Oxbridge has a broad range of reference products including the National Directory of Magazines, Oxbridge Directory of Newsletters, National Directory of Catalogs, and www. MediaFinder. com, the online database of more than 77,000 publications, including catalogs.

For more media information, contact:
Lisa Hendrickson
516-767-8390
Lisa@lchcommunications. com

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MegaPack for Mobile Devices Makes PDA and Smart Phone Software Affordable!

MegaPack for Mobile Devices Makes PDA and Smart Phone Software Affordable!

L3Solutions announced MegaPack for Mobile Devices, a software library of over 300 full featured applications for only $49.95 US. Devices supported include Palm, Pocket PC, and Symbian mobile phones such as Sony Ericsson P900 and Nokia 3650.

(PRWEB) September 8, 2004

L3Solutions today announced MegaPack for Mobile Devices, a library of full featured applications for Palm, Pocket PC, and Symbian/UIQ smart phones, including the P800/P900 and Nokia 3650. MegaPack buyers get the entire L3 library of up to 100 mobile titles for just 49.95 USD.

"Customers today are looking for great value," said Yelena Pavlovskaya, CEO of L3. "L3's MegaPack gives our customers a huge library of superior applications at a value-driven price."

MegaPack contains a huge variety of popular applications in eight categories, including award winning programs for business, health and fitness, personal finance, reference, must-have utilities, games, multimedia, and personal productivity. The applications are the full versions, and include free updates.

"We're committed to developing a long term value relationship with our customers," said Ms. Pavlovskaya. "The incredible savings offered by the MegaPack library is just the beginning."

Pricing and Availability

The suggested retail price of L3's MegaPack is USD $49.95. Pocket PC, Palm, and P800/P900 UIQ MegaPacks are available now. MegaPack for Symbian Series 60 devices will be released in the fall of 2004.

About L3Solutions, LLC

L3Solutions, LLC is the leading provider of software products and services for handheld, mobile and wireless devices, including Symbian OS smart phones, Palm OS, and Pocket PC. L3Solutions is a privately held LLC (Limited Liability Company) chartered by the State of Maryland, with headquarters located in the Rockville 270 technology corridor. For more information on L3Solutions, visit the companyÂ’s Web site at http://www. L3Solutions. com (http://www. L3Solutions. com).

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Swanson Health Products Defeats Fatigue without the Energy Drink Crash and Burn

Swanson Health Products Defeats Fatigue without the Energy Drink Crash and Burn

Americans are trying to balance their busy lives while losing more and more sleep creating an environment full of people in need of energy. The quick fix of energy drinks is not working, the solution: Fatigue Rx Formula from Swanson Health Products.

Fargo, ND (PRWEB) June 9, 2008

Americans have long believed that working hard and suffering from constant exhaustion is a status symbol for being productive, and those that show up refreshed and ready to work Monday morning are lazy. This drive has created an endless cycle of overworked Americans and, according to the International Labor Organization, Americans work an average of nine more weeks a year than Western Europeans. This has contributed to the decline of health and the decline in family life in the United States.

To counteract with their lack of energy and feelings of fatigue, Americans are turning to "quick fixes" in energy drinks. Today, energy drink sales have skyrocketed to $3 billion annually and are expected to reach $10 billion by 2010 in the U. S. alone. The majority of mainstream energy drinks on the market are laden with calories and sugar with caffeine as the main ingredient-- lots and lots of caffeine. From a little over 100 mg to as much as 428 mg in 12 ounces, this compared with only 34-38 mg in Coca-Cola® and Pepsi®, the result has many people complaining of extreme caffeine buzzes followed by extreme crashes. These drinks have also been linked to reports of health problems, specifically abnormal heart rhythms. The bottom-line: the quick fix isn't working.

Swanson Health Products (http://www. swansonvitamins. com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StoreCatalogDisplay? storeId=10001&langId=-1&catalogId=10051&SourceCode=INTN004) has teamed up with Dr. Stephen E. Langer, a renowned expert on thyroid health and co-author of the best-selling book Solved: The Riddle of Illness to bring an alternative to the quick fix. Dr. Langer created http://www. swansonvitamins. com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/SHPHtmlPageView4?storeId=10001&langId=-1&catalogId=10051&SourceCode=INTN004&saleCatalogId=10194&tab=6&htmlInclude= (http://www. swansonvitamins. com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/SHPHtmlPageView4?storeId=10001&langId=-1&catalogId=10051&SourceCode=INTN004&saleCatalogId=10194&tab=6&htmlInclude=)../lnd/Fatigue [Fatigue Rx Formula __title__ Fatigue Rx Formula], a new supplement program designed to help with general daily fatigue. Each convenient packet contains 2 softgels and 5 capsules to toss in your bag or pocket when traveling. Packed inside are essential vitamins, minerals, peptides, high metabolite immunogens, many herbs including green tea and ginger, probiotics and a stable form of ATP, which is the fuel needed to burn energy. http://www. swansonvitamins. com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/SHPHtmlPageView4?storeId=10001&langId=-1&catalogId=10051&SourceCode=INTN004&saleCatalogId=10194&tab=6&htmlInclude= (http://www. swansonvitamins. com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/SHPHtmlPageView4?storeId=10001&langId=-1&catalogId=10051&SourceCode=INTN004&saleCatalogId=10194&tab=6&htmlInclude=)../lnd/Fatigue [ Fatigue Rx Formula __title__ Fatigue Rx Formula]is virtually stimulant free, containing only tiny amount of caffeine from green tea, and that means it's not a quick fix. People do notice a difference, some even after the first day, but it's not designed to function like an energy drink. It's designed to stimulate and support your system at the cellular level. It's intended to be taken daily as part of a healthy diet and lifestyle, which allows for the ingredients to become a part of your body's daily routine.

Dr. Langer also recommends 6 lifestyle changes for people dealing with daily fatigue, in addition to taking Fatigue Rx Formula:
1. Eat a pure diet consisting of two servings of low fat protein per day, an unlimited amount of veggies and some fruit. If you must eat grains, stick to mostly brown rice.
2. Drink at least six to eight glasses of pure water every day.
3. Exercise moderately three to five times each week.
4. Strive for seven to eight hours of quality sleep each night.
5. Stay focused in the NOW. That's all we have.
6. Supplement! Not just with the Fatigue RX Formula but with anything your body needs. If possible, work with a nutritional counselor or other professional.

Swanson Health Products (http://www. swansonvitamins. com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StoreCatalogDisplay? storeId=10001&langId=-1&catalogId=10051&SourceCode=INTN004) is an industry leader in bringing vitamins direct to consumers at the lowest price possible. Swanson Health Products (http://www. swansonvitamins. com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StoreCatalogDisplay? storeId=10001&langId=-1&catalogId=10051&SourceCode=INTN004) goes a step beyond its competitors by offering powerful guarantees. All products are backed by a 100% Satisfaction, Money-Back Guarantee and Double the Difference Lowest Price Guarantee.

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STEP-iN TUB Walk in Bathtubs Help Seniors and Handicapped Gain Bathing Independence

STEP-iN TUB Walk in Bathtubs Help Seniors and Handicapped Gain Bathing Independence

Bathroom injuries and the Aging population are driving demand for senior-friendly and safer bathrooms. STEP-iN TUB Walk-in bathtubs provide Elderly & ADA Handicap Accessible bathing solutions that are literally changing the way people bathe.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) May 14, 2009

PlumbTile. com, an online retailer of innovative, high quality Bathroom plumbing products introduces a new line of Medical Walk-in Tubs. The STEP iN TUB provides those with limited mobility, due to age or handicap disabilities, the freedom and personal security to enjoy bathing again.

The popularity of walk-in bathtubs has grown dramatically as the Baby Boomer generation ages and Senior's become the largest and fastest growing segment of the population. Bathroom related injuries occur everyday. PlumbTile is responding to the need for senior-friendly and safer bathrooms with a premium line of walk in bathtubs and accessories designed to provide superior performance, appearance and value. STEP-iN TUBS come fully equipped with many safety and Hydrotherapy features.

"Hydrotherapy is known to have many beneficial health benefits. It can help treat muscle, joint and circulation issues and even help speed recovery from severe injuries." said Marketing Director, Chris Ramirez, "However, for the elderly and disabled, this effective method of relaxation and health restoration has previously been a dangerous proposition. By installing an accessible walk in bathtub anyone can now enjoy a relaxing and therapeutic bath."

Instead of stepping over the side of traditional bathtubs, the STEP-iN TUB has a safe and easy door system with a watertight seal to prevent leaks. Safety grab bars assist in entering and exiting. The ergonomic seat and backrest are placed so that soaking in the water is comfortable and relaxing. Controls are easy to reach and the water is thermostatically controlled to ensure safe bathing.

STEP-iN TUB Walk-in tubs provide Senior & ADA Handicap Accessible bathing solutions that are literally changing the way people bathe. The STEP-iN TUB is designed to be the most safe and comfortable walk-in bathtub for the home and assisted living facilities and comes with a lifetime guarantee.

To learn more about Walk In Bathtubs and other products that can provide an exceptionally safe and beneficial bathing experience, visit our website at STEP iN TUB (http://www. step-in-tub. com)

About PlumbTile. com
"PlumbTile is renowned for offering the finest name brand bath, kitchen and tile products. Now we're expanding to offer new Consumer-Friendly Products." said Chris Ramirez, "We are committed to researching, testing and providing the most Kid-Friendly, Senior-Friendly, Eco-Friendly and of course Budget-Friendly products. The release of the STEP-iN TUB is a major STEP towards our goal of providing luxury products that improve the overall quality of life."

PlumbTile is a leader in the decorative plumbing marketplace, offering innovative customer-friendly programs and superb service. Family owned for over 30 years and dedicated to creating a higher level of customer expectation than just low prices on great products.

PlumbTile received the 2007 and 2008 Best of San Diego Award in the Plumbing Fixtures category by the U. S. Local Business Association (USLBA), which recognizes outstanding local businesses for their service to customers and community.

For more information, visit our company website at: http://www. plumbtile. com (http://www. plumbtile. com)

Contact info
Chris R - PlumbTile. com
Marketing Director
(866) 758-6284
Www. PlumbTile. com

Lisa Frost
Public Relations
PlumbTile. com
760-754-8012

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Fertility Specialists Answer Most Common Infertility Questions

Fertility Specialists Answer Most Common Infertility Questions

The fertility specialists of Reproductive Medicine Associates of Connecticut (RMACT) answer questions about infertility, such as what is infertility and when should couples seek out a doctor.

Norwalk, CT (PRWEB) March 30, 2010

The fertility doctors (http://rmact. com/about_staff. htm) of Reproductive Medicine Associates of Connecticut (RMACT) – Fairfield county’s largest fertility clinic – have compiled the most common questions they receive about fertility, as well as answers.

“Infertility can be confusing, and people frequently ask questions because they want to know if they should seek help from a fertility specialist,” says Dr. Mark Leondires, Medical Director. “The questions and answers below are intended to give some basic knowledge. Many couples put off seeing a fertility specialist when they are having trouble getting pregnant, but they are typically reassured after being diagnosed and starting a treatment plan.”

What is infertility?
Infertility is a disease or condition of the reproductive system often diagnosed after a couple has had one year of unprotected, well-timed intercourse, or if the woman has been unable to carry a pregnancy that results in a live birth.

Is infertility a "women's problem”?
Infertility is a medical problem. Approximately 35% of infertility is due to a female factor and 35% is due to a male factor. In the balance of cases, infertility results from problems in both partners or the cause of the infertility cannot be explained.

How long should we try before we see a doctor?
In general, if you are less than 35 years old and have been trying for more than one year you should schedule an appointment with a fertility specialist. If you are greater than 35 years old we would like to see you after at least six months of timed, unprotected intercourse. However, if you have a reason to suspect you may have a problem getting pregnant such as a history of pelvic inflammatory disease, painful periods, miscarriage, irregular menstrual cycles, or if your partner has a low sperm count, you should seek help sooner. Many couples have a hard time admitting that there may be an infertility problem, but be reassured there are often many things we can do to help.

What is a Fertility Specialist?
A fertility specialist, or Reproductive Endocrinologist, is a medical doctor who has been specially trained in the complex issues that can contribute to infertility. In addition to being trained as an Obstetrician/Gynecologist which requires a four-year residency a fertility specialist must complete an additional two to three year fellowship in reproductive endocrinology. This fellowship training is highly specialized to focus on the diagnosis and treatment of infertility and female endocrinology.. A physician can become Board Certified in Reproductive Endocrinology by successfully completing the fellowship as well as written and oral examinations.

Currently in the Unites States, there are only about 1,000 Board Certified Reproductive Endocrinologists. Specifically for infertility related to males, Urologists with a sub-specialty in Andrology are the most qualified experts as they have often completed two-year fellowships and passed exams to become Board Certified in Andrology.

What fertility testing should our fertility doctor perform?
Your doctor will likely do the following:
 Blood tests to check reproductive hormone levels in the woman; estradiol (E2), progesterone, follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), thyroid hormone, prolactin, and possibly male hormone levels.  Complete semen analysis on the male partner  Hysterosalpingogram (HSG), an x-ray exam to evaluate if the woman's fallopian tubes are open  Ultrasound to confirm the normal appearance of your uterus and ovaries in the woman

What about smoking and drinking alcohol and caffeine?
There is evidence linking reproductive impairment with exposure to alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine.

Alcohol and tobacco use have been demonstrated to affect the reproductive capacities of both men and women, and tobacco is an especially potent reproductive toxin that negatively effects female fertility by damaging eggs. In men there is a direct effect on sperm quantity, quality, and reproductive function. In general we ask that women consume less than 150 mg of caffeine per day which is equivalent to two small 8 oz cups per day. Remember sodas and tea also contain caffeine. In addition, it is wise to be in the best physical shape possible while you attempt to conceive and, of course, to ensure a healthy pregnancy and baby.

Are hot tubs really bad for a man?
Yes. High temperatures can damage sperm. That is why the scrotum is located outside the body – to act as a kind of "refrigerator" to keep the sperm cool. So, it is a good idea to avoid hot tubs, saunas, and steam rooms when men are trying to help in the pregnancy pathway.

About RMACT
Reproductive Medicine Associates of Connecticut (RMACT) specializes in the treatment of infertility. With Connecticut fertility clinics and egg donation offices in Norwalk, Danbury and Greenwich, and affiliate New York fertility clinics serving Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties, our team of Board-Certified Reproductive Endocrinologists offer a wide range of infertility treatments from ovulation induction and intrauterine insemination (IUI) to the most advanced assisted reproductive technologies including in-vitro fertilization (IVF), egg donation and preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD). The RMACT team of fertility doctors includes Drs. Mark P. Leondires, Spencer S. Richlin, Joshua M. Hurwitz and Cynthia M. Murdock. All physicians are members of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART) and the Fairfield County and Connecticut Medical Societies. RMACT’s IVF laboratory is accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP), and CLIA; other accreditations include the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) and the American Institute for Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM). RMACT offers individualized infertility treatment plans in a patient-focused and supportive environment. Support services, such as, infertility treatment financing, psychological counseling, acupuncture and yoga are also available. For more information visit, http://www. RMACT. com (http://www. RMACT. com).

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