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Temos and International Assistance Group Launch Cooperation

Working together to expand access to high-quality healthcare services for travelers. - April 17, 2020 - Temos International GmbH

Rhoads Metal Works Creates Clean Air for Hospitals

Adapting During a Pandemic, a Solution for Hospitals to Clean the Air, Four Generation Company Has a Legacy to Uphold - April 17, 2020 - Rhoads Metal Works, Inc.

Vape Community – Manufacturers and Retailers – Step Up to Manufacture, Sell and Donate Much Needed Hand Sanitizer During COVID-19 Pandemic

While many in America are critical of vaping, the vaping community is doing what they’ve always done: helping people in their communities and in the country stay as healthy as possible. Many vaping businesses are manufacturing, selling and donating hard-to-get hand sanitizers to local police and fire departments, EMS, meals on wheels and more. - April 16, 2020 - SFATA

The Maleficence Cure for America’s Medical Supply Chain Exposed by COVID-19

Helping America's Healthcare System and the Trump Administration Save Billions - April 16, 2020 - Medical Supply Chain

HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Names Ryan Tobin President and CEO

Swedish Medical Center is a Level I Trauma Center and HCA HealthCare’s largest hospital in Colorado. - April 16, 2020 - Swedish Medical Center

Online Medical Certifications Surge During Pandemic

As the coronavirus pandemic rages on, online BCLS and ACLS certifications surge for nurses and physicians still needing to fulfill requirements. - April 16, 2020 - National Certification Services

innoviHealth® Upgrades Lead Product Find-A-Code™ with Powerful Add-on Functionality

Enhances Add-on Marketplace to include AMA’s CPT® Knowledge Base, CPT® Changes: An insider’s View + Archives, with CPT® Vignettes and “SNOMED to CPT®” to Follow Soon - April 15, 2020 - innoviHealth

Welldoc Joins the Population Health Alliance

Digital health leader joins national coalition to highlight the power of virtual consumer engagement in population health management. - April 15, 2020 - Population Health Alliance

Divorce in the Time of COVID-19 and Court Closures

Law Crawford PC - Navigating Divorce and Parenting Arrangements Without Courts During COVID-19. - April 15, 2020 - Law Crawford, PC

HSJ's New HQ Prepared for Post COVID-19 World

Technology consulting firm, H. Stephen Jones & Associates, Inc. (HSJ), is creating an office of the future where other businesses can come see first-hand the leading smart office and security technology solutions on the market. Before visitors even get through the lobby of HSJ’s new... - April 15, 2020 - H. Stephen Jones and Associates, Inc.

Experts Share Info for Improving Lives of Seniors During COVID-19 Pandemic

Regular Communication, Setting Schedules & Shoring Up Food & Med Supplies Among Recommendations - April 15, 2020 - Brand New Day

Noted Alzheimer's Activist and Author of "Blue.River.Apple," Nancy Nelson Has Signed with Social Media Strategists FoxPromotions

FoxPromotions has agreed to assist acclaimed author and Alzheimer's Activist Nancy Nelson in creating a social media strategy to increase awareness of her fight against Alzheimer's. A sought after speaker, Nancy continues her battle against her affliction through personal appearances and her numerous editions of her book, "Blue.River.Apple," an exploration of Alzheimer's through poetry. - April 15, 2020 - FoxPromotions

STOMP Out Bullying Tackles Cyberbullying During COVID-19

During the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been an increase in kids and teens usage of digital platforms for personal use and for online learning. With the increased usage of digital devices and social media apps, students who are prone to being bullied in school are likely to now be cyberbullied. - April 14, 2020 - Love Our Children USA

Animal Trust Planning, a Company Trying to Protect Americans Animals During the Coronavirus Epidemic

Setting up a plan to protect your animals has never been easier and more necessary than right now. Animal Trust Planning has made this process quick and easy for Americans to set up an Animal Trust Planning Agreement to ensure their animals uninterrupted care for when they are no longer able to care for them. - April 14, 2020 - Animal Trust Planning

Marlena Holter Named ALPCO’s Winter 2020 Diabetes Research Travel Grant Recipient

ALPCO's Winter 2020 Diabetes Research Travel Grant has been awarded to Marlena Holter, a DVM/PhD candidate from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Ms. Holter’s novel research focuses on GLP-1 regulated glucose regulation following vertical sleeve gastrectomy surgery to define the mechanisms underlying type 2 diabetes remission and metabolic improvement following bariatric surgery. - April 14, 2020 - ALPCO

Beverly Williams Honored as a VIP Member for 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Beverly Williams of Florissant, Missouri has been honored as a VIP Member for 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements for 40 years in the field of healthcare education. These important women exemplify... - April 14, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Immunostics Launches Two Rapid COVID-19 Ab Test Platforms - AFIAS and iChroma COVID-19 Ab Tests

Both AFIAS and iChroma COVID-19 Point-of-Care Tests Detect the Novel Coronavirus within 10 Minutes using a whole blood, serum or plasma sample. - April 13, 2020 - Immunostics Inc.

1000 Men Empowerment Group Has Partnered with Simple Medical Benefits to Provide Tele-Medical Services

Bruce Johnson, motivational speaker and founder of the 1000 Men Empowerment Group, a non-profit organization, which assists veterans, men, women and youth in transition, as well as provides job opportunities, has joined as a partner with Simple Medical Benefits (SMB) to provide Tele-Medical... - April 13, 2020 - 1000 Men Empowerment

Bulk Coronavirus Masks Now Available to the General Public After Shortage Announced

With the shortage of reusable, cloth face masks around the world due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, Gunslinger Business Development in partnership with DMS Coalition has announced how the general public and businesses needing these masks and reusable gowns can access the much needed supplies in bulk. These masks and gowns are 100% American made with American material from some of the top clothing manufacturers across the nation. - April 13, 2020 - Gunslinger Business Development

Seaman Paper Introduces High-Touch Barrier Tissue, a Paper Based Solution to Minimize Direct Contact with Public Surfaces

Barrier Tissue Offers Simple Eco-Friendly Alternative to Protective Gloves - In response to heightened concern around viral transmission and COVID-19, Seaman Paper has introduced a new paper-based solution designed to help minimize direct hand contact with high-contact common surfaces. High-Touch Barrier Tissue is an FDA-compliant paper, packaged with either 500 or 1,000 “grab-and-go” sheets, which can serve as a barrier between hands and high-contact surfaces. - April 12, 2020 - Seaman Paper

App-Garden Provides No Cost Meal/Supply Delivery Software for School Districts

In response to COVID-19 school closures, the App-Garden has developed a new no cost Meal/Supply Delivery Software, built specifically for the new needs that have emerged due to school closures nationwide. - April 11, 2020 - App-Garden

MAi Research Finds Many Are Worried and Anxious But Hopeful as We Move Into a COVID-19 Easter Weekend

Consumers’ Emotional Response to the Coronavirus Pandemic - April 11, 2020 - MAi Research

Buzz Pop Cocktails Donates $50,000 in Pops to Help COVID-19 Healthcare Workers in the US

In the spirit of Easter and its socially conscious mantra, Buzz Pop Cocktails offers free mini boxes of its world famous Buzz Pops to front line COVID-19 Healthcare workers throughout the USA via Facebook. The response was overwhelming. Buzz Pop Cocktails® are the world’s first and only... - April 11, 2020 - Buzz Pop Cocktails

Cellix Bio Pharma Initiates Acquisition of Avaca Pharma: Formulation Development CRO

Cellix Bio Pharma, a global contract research organization (CRO), transforms today’s healthcare challenges into tomorrow’s solutions. Cellix Bio Pharma is an experienced CRO focused on development of pharmaceutical formulations. Cellix Bio Pharma focuses to combine the AI computational power to the chemical and biological space in order to streamline drug discovery, design, development, and optimization that can expedite drug development. - April 10, 2020 - Cellix Bio Pharma Private Limited

"Disinfecting of Schools Like Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities Will be the New Norm Going Forward" - DisinfectSchools.com

Standard routine chemical cleaning and sanitizing are not enough to battle the pathogens found in many different work environments. UV-C surface and air treatments can be used as an additional measure to combat dangerous pathogens as its done in hospitals. DisinfectSchools.com is dedicated to... - April 10, 2020 - DisinfectSchools

MAi Research Finds Consumer Behavior Set to Change After COVID-19

New research spotlights the long-term social impact on consumer behavior. - April 10, 2020 - MAi Research

Realief Neuropathy Providing Breakthrough Treatment Amid COVID-19

Patients From Around The Midwest Traveling for Treatments Featured in U of M Study - April 10, 2020 - Realief Neuropathy

Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization Announces Free Online Prevention Resource Center

The Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization announced the launch of its online resource center on its website, providing materials on sanitizing and staying illness free in 17 languages for free. - April 10, 2020 - Church of Scientology FSO

Carisk Partners’ Carisk Intelligent Clearinghouse Chosen by GEICO as National Solution for Auto/No-Fault Electronic Bill Processing

Carisk Partners (Carisk), specialty risk transfer and care coordination company, announces that GEICO has chosen Carisk Intelligent Clearinghouse (CiC) as its direct clearinghouse connection for nationwide auto/no-fault electronic Bill processing, and holds exclusive access to GEICO’s... - April 09, 2020 - Carisk Partners

Matthew 25: Ministries and Cintas Partner Together for COVID-19 Relief

Matthew 25: Ministries, an international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization and Cintas, the industry leader in supplying corporate identity uniform programs, entrance and logo mats, restroom supplies, promotional products, first aid, safety, fire protection products and services, industrial carpet and tile cleaning are partnering together to provide desperately needed PPE, first aid, safety and hygiene supplies to organizations fighting COVID-19. - April 09, 2020 - Matthew 25: Ministries

Courtyard Realty, Boutique Real Estate Firm in Walnut Creek, CA, Offers Virtual Buying and Selling Services Throughout San Francisco Bay Area

Marc Graves, Broker of Courtyard Realty would like to announce they are open for business and ready to serve your buying and selling needs throughout the Bay Area. Courtyard Realty has virtual buying and selling processes available along with video conferencing options for initial consultations, virtual home tours, and virtual open houses. - April 09, 2020 - Courtyard Realty

Associates of Cape Cod Webinar on Recombinant Chromogenic Assay as Alternate Methods for the Bacterial Endotoxins Test Announced

SMi Reports: Associates of Cape Cod to host an online webinar taking place on Wednesday, April 29, 2020. - April 09, 2020 - SAE Media Group

COVID-19: Tecman to Donate Over 1,000 Face Shields to Local NHS Trusts Each Week to Provide Vital Protection for Healthcare Workers

In the spirit of adapting to adversity and rising to the challenges of COVID-19, the team at Tecman Advanced Material Engineers are doing their bit to help. Employees of the business, based in Leamington Spa, have united to develop a disposable face shield that will provide vital protection for healthcare staff. - April 09, 2020 - Tecman Speciality Materials Ltd

Recent Advances in U.S Telemedicine Are Keys to Healthcare’s Pandemic Fight

Telemedicine a Foundation in Fighting Coronavirus - April 08, 2020 - KaZee Inc.

UNC-Chapel Hill Fraternity Donates Over $17,000 in Dues to Local Charity to Help Feed Hungry Kids After Schools Close Due to COVID-19

In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, the Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity at UNC-Chapel Hill donated $17,600 on April 6 to a local nonprofit in order to help feed children in Orange County who normally depend on the breakfast and lunch offered at school for regular meals. Vance Brice, President of... - April 08, 2020 - Delta Kappa Epsilon

Jedtainment Releases Collaborative Song to Lend a "Helping Hand" in Fight Against Coronavirus

Virtual World's Top Performers Pool Their Talents to Raise Money for COVID-19 Relief - April 08, 2020 - Jedtainment

United Performance Metals Achieves ISO 13485:2016 Approval in Connecticut Service Center

United Performance Metals (UPM) has successfully achieved ISO 13485:2016 certification from NSF-ISR. This approval will allow the company’s South Windsor, Connecticut branch to provide both materials and processing services for the medical industry. “Achieving this certification... - April 08, 2020 - United Performance Metals

SnatchBot Helps Save Lives with a Coronavirus Chatbot

The team at SnatchBot, the chatbot building platform, have created a chatbot to help disseminate up-to-date information and advice about coronavirus. In the last week it has had a phenomenal response, mostly from users of Facebook Messenger (https://m.me/coronaviruschatbot/). The chatbot takes RSS... - April 07, 2020 - SnatchBot

KryptAll Does Not Have a Backdoor

World Governments are making a stand for backdoors to allow access to encryption and call it "legal access." This will allow governments to have full access to encrypted written and voice communications along with phone calling records via the backdoor, which are often used in business espionage for competitors to access proprietary information such as contacts and clients. If phone calls and records are accessible to governments then hackers, criminals and terrorists will also have access. - April 07, 2020 - KryptAll

Web Marketing Association Announces the Winners of the 2020 Internet Advertising Competition Awards

The winners of the 18th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards represent the best in online advertising in 86 industries and 10 advertising formats. - April 07, 2020 - Web Marketing Association

Thousands of Companies Turn to i4cp’s Coronavirus Employer Resource Center for Real-time Guidance

As organizations continue to grapple with the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, leaders at these companies - and especially HR leaders - have had to make incredibly hard decisions to maintain employee health & safety, business continuity and act on a crisis most had never contemplated. In... - April 07, 2020 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)

“Original” Comfort Wrap Provides Effective and Comfortable Solution for CPAP Users

CPAP Matters today announced the release of the “Original” Comfort Wrap, a new solution for the comfort of CPAP users to eliminate embarrassing strap marks and discomfort. - April 07, 2020 - CPAP Matters

Company Offers Comprehensive Provider Data to Frontline COVID-19 Responders

The CarePrecise LLC database of U.S. healthcare providers is being made available to frontline organizations in the effort to adequately staff their COVID-19 response. It is the most comprehensive database of its kind, containing both active and retired healthcare workers. The CarePrecise COVID-19 Response Program is designed to get the information to qualified organizations at minimal expense. Providers may apply online through 4/30/2020. - April 06, 2020 - CarePrecise LLC

The Missionary of Wall Street Launches Coronavirus Initiatives

Steve Auth, the Missionary of Wall Street has launched a new initiative called “Faith and Mission in a Corona World” through his website to offer timely reflections and financial commentary to readers during the global COVID-19 pandemic along with a Virtual Holy Week Mission. - April 06, 2020 - Steve Auth

Kelly Ford & INFINITI of Melbourne Offers Support for Active Healthcare Workers, First Responders and Military Personnel

As a way of supporting our local heroes, the Kelly Automotive Group, including Kelly Ford and INFINITI of Melbourne is announcing a discount off automotive service, for anyone actively employed as a healthcare worker, first responder or member of the military. - April 06, 2020 - Kelly Automotive Group