Xtalks Announces its Life Science Webinar Calendar for May 2023


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Stay on top of current hot topics through free webinars presented by leading experts in the pharma, biotech, medical device and food industries. Access to all webinars is free, so be sure to register today to save your place! Participate in the discussion and stay relevant in your field!

Visit http://www.xtalks.com to see our upcoming webinars:

CLINICAL TRIALS

May 3- Accelerating Clinical Research: Challenges, Opportunities & Technologies for Real-Time Decision Making by CROs and FSPs

May 4- The Evolution and Impact of ePROs in Clinical Trials

May 9- Depression Clinical Trials: How Remote Methods Can Deliver Stronger Evidence

May 10- Selecting Digital Health Technologies in Decentralized Clinical Trials

May 12- Advances in Precision Medicine, NGS Testing & Breaking Barriers with Clinical Trials

May 15- Wearables for eCOA: Practical Considerations for Improving Patient Data Capture

May 16- Implementing Clinical Trial Analytics to Predict Trial Outcomes

May 19- CNS and Chronic Drug Trials: New Cardiac Safety Requirements

May 23- Digital Endpoint Development for Alzheimer’s Disease: The Importance of Patients as Partners

May 25- In Vitro Diagnostics for Early Cancer Detection: The Evolution and Promise of Liquid Biopsy Technology

COMMERCIALIZATION & HEOR

May 24- Real-World Data By Design — Incorporating Different Data Types into Clinical Trials

DRUG DISCOVERY & DEVELOPMENT

May 3- Healthy Cells, Healthy Results: How to Improve Cell Line Development

May 15- Drug and Device Development Outsourcing with the Research Consulting Organization (RCO) Model

May 18- Anti-Idiotypic Antibody Platforms for Accelerating Antibody Drug Discovery

May 25- Using Machine Learning to Find High Potential Lead Molecules

May 31- Accelerate Novel Antibody Discovery with Antigen-Specific B Cell Isolation

LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY

May 2- Enriching High Titer IgG-Producing Clones Using Cold-Capture and The Namocell Pala Single Cell Dispenser

PATIENT RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION

May 17- How Can Patient Retention Tools Benefit Recruitment Teams

May 23- Bringing Clinical Trial Access to Underserved Populations in a Community Setting

May 24- Reducing Caregiver Burden in Alzheimer’s Disease Clinical Trials to Boost Patient Recruitment

PHARMACEUTICAL

May 11- New Opportunities for Value Creation: How Biotechs Can Succeed in an Increasingly Competitive Market

May 23- Antibody Reduction in Bioprocessing: Analytical Detection and Steps for Mitigation

PHARMACEUTICAL REGULATION

May 12- Global Product Management: Navigating Regulatory Pressures with Automation & Interconnected Data

PHARMA MANUFACTURING & SUPPLY CHAIN

May 9- Container Closure Integrity: Meeting the New EU GMP Annex 1 Container Closure Requirements

May 17- Supply Chain Strategies for 2023

May 30- Fast-Tracking Drug Development and Scale-Up in the Post-Covid World

PRECLINICAL

May 3- Digital Pathology: Artificial Intelligence Models in Gastrointestinal Diseases

May 9- AI in Cancer Research: Optimizing Biomarker Discovery, Model Selection, and Preclinical Decision-Making

May 16- Preclinical Models for the Identification of Chemotherapy Predictive Signatures in Pancreatic Cancer

May 18- Using Digital Pathology to Accelerate Preclinical R&D

May 30- How Humanized Mouse Models Enforce Preclinical Studies in Immuno-Oncology

May 31- Predicting Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Response Directly from Tumor RNA-Sequencing Data

ABOUT XTALKS

Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars to the global life science, food and medical device community. Every year thousands of industry practitioners (from life science, food and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps Life Science professionals stay current with industry developments, trends and regulations. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.

To learn more about Xtalks visit http://www.xtalks.com.

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New York Liver and Pancreatic Cancer Surgeon, Dr. Dmitri Alden, Now Using New Medtronic Navigation System, The Emprint™ SX, for Liver Tumor Ablations


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“The Emprint™ SX’s system’s navigation-based microwave ablation’s precision and real-time 3D ultrasound imaging guidance make it a valuable tool that can help to ensure that the treatment is delivered effectively and safely,” says Dr. Dmitri Alden.

Dr. Dmitri Alden is a board-certified, world-renowned oncologist and surgeon of the liver, pancreas and biliary system, treating patients from all over the globe. Widely recognized in his field as one of the top specialists in the country, Dr. Alden is always at the forefront of medical innovation. His practice is proud to now offer patients the revolutionary Emprint™ SX ablation platform with Thermosphere™ technology by Medtronic. The Emprint™ SX ablation platform combines real-time, 3D ultrasound and patented Thermosphere™ technology to treat non-resectable liver tumors. The combination of these helps to increase target accuracy and complete tumor coverage with adequate margins.

Microwave ablation is a medical procedure that uses high-frequency electromagnetic waves to generate heat and destroy abnormal tissue in the body, such as cancerous tumors. Navigation-based microwave ablation involves the use of real-time imaging to guide the placement of the microwave antenna so that the ablation is delivered precisely to the targeted tissue. It is typically performed using image-guided techniques such as ultrasound, CT or MRI, which allows the physician to locate the tumor or abnormal tissue and guide the placement of the microwave antenna to deliver the ablation therapy. Navigation-based microwave ablation has several advantages over traditional ablation techniques. It offers more precise targeting of the tissue, resulting in a higher likelihood of complete ablation, a lower risk of damage to surrounding healthy tissue and simultaneous monitoring of the ablation process.

“The Emprint™ SX’s system’s navigation-based microwave ablation’s precision and real-time 3D ultrasound imaging guidance make it a valuable tool that can help to ensure that the treatment is delivered effectively and safely,” says Dr. Dmitri Alden.

More about Dr. Dmitri Alden:

Dr. Alden was born in Moscow, Russia, and completed his medical school education at the prestigious Pirogov Medical Institute, currently Moscow State Medical University. After completing a surgical residency in Moscow he moved to France and obtained diplomas in advanced surgical studies at the University of Nantes and University of Paris, the latter dedicated exclusively to liver surgery. After obtaining his clinical research experience, Dr. Alden completed a surgical residency at St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York City, part of the New York Medical College program. Dr. Dmitri Alden completed extensive training in hepatobiliary surgery and liver transplantation, studying at the HepatoBiliary Center (CHB) at the Paul Brousse Hospital in Paris. Dr. Alden has subspecialized training and extensive experience in robotic and laparoscopic surgery and is a member of several international surgical organizations, the author of multiple publications on both liver and pancreatic surgery and a frequent speaker at international conferences. He speaks fluent English, Russian, French and German and his practice is located at 186 E 76th Street in New York, NY. For more information or to schedule a consultation please call (212) 434-6216 or visit http://www.liversurgeryny.com.

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Nozin, Makers of Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® Antiseptic, Announces Partnership with The Leapfrog Group


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“We know that the nose is a critical source of infection risk, and we are proud to have the leading innovator in nasal decolonization, Nozin, makers of Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® antiseptic, as part of Leapfrog’s Partner Advisory Committee,” said Leah Binder, Leapfrog president & CEO.

Nozin, makers of Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® antiseptic, today announced its partnership with The Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization of employers and other purchasers focused on health care safety. John Willimann, CEO of Nozin, will sit on the Leapfrog Partners Advisory Committee.

“The nose is a primary reservoir for pathogens. Nasal decolonization to decrease infection risk is critical to patient safety. For example, hand to nose contact that can spread germs may occur 100 times a day. Nasal decolonization with Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® has proven to help contain this spread and reduce infection risk significantly,” said John Willimann. “We are thrilled to partner with the Leapfrog Group to expand awareness of daily nasal decolonization as an essential patient safety measure.”

“Despite significant efforts to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), they remain a major safety concern in hospitals across the U.S.,” said Leah Binder, Leapfrog president & CEO. “We know that the nose is a critical source of infection risk, and we are proud to have the leading innovator in nasal decolonization, Nozin, makers of Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® antiseptic, as part of Leapfrog’s Partner Advisory Committee.”

Based in Washington, DC, The Leapfrog Group was founded in 2000 with the goal of improving American health care by transparently reporting information people need on medical errors, accidents, and infections. Leapfrog sets standards and publishes ratings of hospitals and ASCs on quality of care and serves as the foremost voice for business leaders advancing excellence in health care. Leapfrog partners advise the Leapfrog Board and management on industry and policy trends and help shape the organization’s long term strategic vision for improving health care quality. The Partners Advisory Committee is a platform for the creation, implementation, and evaluation of initiatives that advance the Leapfrog mission for patient safety and promote a shared accountability for patient safety and well-being.

Since 2004, Nozin has pioneered the use of its Nasal Sanitizer® antiseptic and has helped demonstrate that nasal decolonization reduces infection risk. As reported in numerous published hospital studies, Nozin programs substantially improve patient safety and reduce millions of dollars in healthcare costs.

Visit leapfroggroup.organd Nozin.com for more information.

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About Nozin

Nozin® is the leading brand in nasal decolonization. Nozin® NOVA℠ programs and Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® antiseptic from Global Life Technologies Corp. are empowering healthcare professionals across the country. Designed to improve care, mitigate infection risk and reduce healthcare costs, universal decolonization programs using Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® deliver clinically supported infection prevention solutions for healthcare facilities.

About The Leapfrog Group

Founded in 2000 by large employers and other purchasers, The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization driving a movement for giant leaps for patient safety. The flagship Leapfrog Hospital Survey and new Leapfrog Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Survey collect and transparently report hospital and ASC performance, empowering purchasers to find the highest-value care and giving consumers the lifesaving information they need to make informed decisions. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, Leapfrog’s other main initiative, assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their record of patient safety, helping consumers protect themselves and their families from errors, injuries, accidents, and infections. For more, follow us on Twitter and Facebook, and sign up for our newsletter.

Nozin®, Nasal Sanitizer®, and NOVA℠ are trademarks of Global Life Technologies Corp. Leapfrog is a trademark of Leapfrog Group Corporation. All other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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Mayfield Heights, Ohio’s, Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook Announces that Dr. Katie Myron has Joined the Practice


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“I truly enjoy every aspect of dentistry and will strive to provide comprehensive and compassionate dental care to help create a healthy smile for each patient,” says Dr. Katie Myron.

Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook is a patient-centered practice that offers top-ranked dental services with the most advanced dental technology available. When patients walk through the door, they realize the clinic’s commitment to providing state-of-the-art dentistry with a personal touch. The team is very excited to welcome Dr. Katie Myron to the practice. Dr. Myron grew up in Columbus, Ohio, and earned her bachelor’s degree from Miami University, and went on to receive her dental degree from The Ohio State University in 2019. She then pursued post-graduate education and completed a general practice residency at Mercy Medical Center in Canton, Ohio. Dr. Myron aims to establish an environment to make patients feel comfortable and relaxed with an emphasis on dental education and preventative treatment. Dr. Katie Myron is an active member of the American Dental Association and the Ohio Dental Association and is also in the process of completing advanced training at The Pankey Institute, studying temporal mandibular pain and occlusion.

“I truly enjoy every aspect of dentistry and will strive to provide comprehensive and compassionate dental care to help create a healthy smile for each patient,” says Dr. Katie Myron.

More about Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook:

Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook is a well-respected family dental practice at 5825 Landerbrook Drive Suite #121 in Mayfield Heights, Ohio. Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook treats patients of all ages and is equipped to handle various types of dental needs, including those that involve general dentistry and those that require restorative, cosmetic or emergency dental care. Their wide menu of services offers everything from routine cleanings and root canals to Invisalign, dental implants and much more. The team at this popular practice takes extra measures to make dental care convenient and enjoyable, offering same-day appointments, extended weekday hours and flexible payment options to give patients the attention they deserve. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (440) 335-5930 or visit http://www.exceptionalsmiles.com.

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Marietta, Georgia’s, Engineered Smiles is Selected as a 2023 Top Patient Rated Dentist by Find Local Doctors


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“At Engineered Smiles, we stop at nothing less than excellence when it comes to caring for our patients,” says Dr. David Wang.

Engineered Smiles, located at 670 Johnson Ferry Road in Marietta, Georgia, is a state-of-the-art facility that offers an expansive menu of cutting-edge dental services for the entire family. At Engineered Smiles they provide an unmatched level of comfortable, convenient and affordable oral health care, earning the respect of patients and this coveted award from Find Local Doctors. Find Local Doctors is a trusted online directory that helps consumers easily identify the best physicians and dentists near them. Dr. David C. Wang and his skilled team provide the very best in dental care to those in Marietta, East Cobb and the surrounding area. Covering all facets of modern dentistry, their clinic is equipped with the latest in advanced technology to provide treatments that patients will need throughout the years. Professional dental care involves more than just routine cleanings and checkups. At Engineered Smiles they can handle it all, with comprehensive dental services for the entire family, including a full menu of procedures in general, restorative, cosmetic dentistry as well as pediatric dental care, orthodontics and dental implants. Whether it is repairing a damaged tooth or whitening the teeth, Engineered Smiles’ caring staff is dedicated to patient comfort and satisfaction at every step. Beyond their ability to provide complete dental care under one roof, Engineered Smiles also offers flexible payment options, on-time appointments and sedation dentistry to keep patients relaxed in the dental chair.

“At Engineered Smiles, we stop at nothing less than excellence when it comes to caring for our patients,” says Dr. David Wang.

More about Dr. David Wang:

Dr. Wang studied electrical engineering at Georgia Tech. He then decided to pursue dentistry and earned his dental degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. Dr. Wang is a member of the American Dental Association, the Georgia Dental Association, the Northern District Dental Society, the Academy of General Dentistry and the Thomas P. Hinman Dental Society. Dr. Wang enjoys practicing all aspects of dentistry including cosmetic and implant dentistry, finding the perfect combination of art and science.

To learn more about dental services offered at Engineered Smiles or to schedule an appointment, visit http://www.engineeredsmiles.com or call 678-801-6700.

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The Wasie NICU at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Receives Level IV Designation to Care for Region’s Most Critically Ill Newborns


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“It is our privilege to protect, guide and work with the region’s most fragile newborns and continue to do so as we add an even greater range of services and support,” said Dr. Cherie Foster, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Chief of Neonatology.

The Wasie Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital continues to offer the highest level of neonatal care and is now designated as a Level IV NICU in Florida, and the only Level IV in Broward County.

“It is our privilege to protect, guide and work with the region’s most fragile newborns and continue to do so as we add an even greater range of services and support,” said Dr. Cherie Foster, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Chief of Neonatology. “All Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital’s NICUs ensure moms and their babies heal together, while receiving world-class pediatric care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.”

All three Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital NICUs offer highly specialized care to infants born prematurely or in distress. Equipped to deliver immediate onsite care, the NICUs are strategically adjacent to the Family Birthplaces at Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West and Memorial Hospital Miramar, respectively.

The multidisciplinary teams at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and Memorial Healthcare System provide complex and compassionate care to over 1,000 neonates each year, receiving newborns from neighboring hospitals within the South Florida community, and internationally. With 84 beds at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, and 36 beds located throughout the system, the three NICUs have become trusted sources for high-level acute care, supplying love, comfort, and superior services to its littlest patients and their families. Utilizing expert physicians, clinicians and state-of-the art technology, the goal is to help each newborn achieve their full health potential.

According to Florida state statue, Level IV NICU services must meet the staffing and personnel, equipment and service standards required of Level III NICUs in addition to the following services: Anesthesiology, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Hematology-oncology, Infectious Disease, Maternal-fetal medicine for women with high-risk pregnancies, Nephrology, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Otolaryngology, Palliative care, Pulmonology, Radiology and Urology.

“No matter where a baby is delivered in South Florida, whether a Memorial Healthcare System Family Birthplace location or another hospital in the region, a newborn who needs acute care will receive it at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital,” said Dr. Foster.

About Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital is one of the nation’s leading pediatric hospitals, offering a comprehensive scope of healthcare services and programs in a caring, compassionate setting designed specifically for children. The level one pediatric trauma center combines advanced technology, the expertise of some of the region’s most diverse, board-certified specialists, and a patient and family-centered focus to heal the body, mind, and spirit. Part of Memorial Healthcare System, the pediatric hospital in Hollywood, Florida, recently doubled in size, adding four floors, including a comprehensive cardiac care floor, an intraoperative MRI, an inpatient rehabilitation gym, family and staff support areas, and the 14th Garth Brooks Teammates for Kids Child Life Zone, among other offerings. To learn more, visit jdch.com and connect with @jdchospital on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.

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Women’s Exposure to Domestic Violence Associated with Risk of Developing Atopic Diseases


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After adjusting for possible cofounders, our results show women with a recorded exposure to domestic violence and abuse had a 52% increased risk of developing atopic diseases.

Being a woman exposed to domestic violence and abuse is positively associated with the development of atopic disease, with the association strongest for asthma development, according to research published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice (JACI: In Practice), a journal of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI).

“After adjusting for possible cofounders, our results show women with a recorded exposure to domestic violence and abuse had a 52% increased risk of developing atopic diseases,” said Dr Joht Singh Chandan, PhD, corresponding author of the study.

Domestic violence and abuse is a global issue that disproportionately affects women. “We set out to deepen our understanding of the health impacts of domestic violence so evidence-based public health policies can be further developed to address not only domestic violence, but secondary effects like the development of atopic diseases,” Dr. Chandan said.

Researchers performed a retrospective open cohort study in the United Kingdom, looking at adult women (those aged 18 and older) with a physician recorded exposure to domestic violence and comparing them to women over 18 without a recorded exposure. Patients with pre-existing reports of atopic disease were excluded from the study.

A total of 13,852 women were identified as being exposed to domestic violence and were matched to 49,036 similar women without a reported exposure. In total, 967/13,852 women in the exposed group (incidence rate (IR) 20.10 per 1,000 py) were diagnosed with atopic disease compared to 2,607/49,036 in the unexposed group (IR 13.24 per 1,000 py).

There were limitations to the study. Women in the exposed group were more likely to be a current smoker than women in the unexposed group. Ethnicity data was often lacking in the database and median follow-up for both groups of women was relatively short given the relapsing nature of atopic disease. Researchers hope to address these limitations in future studies.

You can learn more about atopic diseases here. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline website or contact their hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for assistance.

The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) is the leading membership organization of more than 7,100 allergists, asthma specialists, clinical immunologists, allied health professionals and others with a special interest in the research and treatment of allergic and immunologic diseases. The AAAAI is the go-to resource for patients living with allergies, asthma and immune deficiency disorders. Established in 1943, the AAAAI has more than 7,100 members in the United States, Canada and 72 other countries. AAAAI’s Find an Allergist/Immunologist service is a trusted resource to help you find a specialist close to home.

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EY Announces Tom Weber of Removery as an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Gulf South Award Finalist


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“As we continue to lead the way, we remain committed to our mission to deliver safe, effective, and accessible tattoo removal treatments worldwide, and look forward to the industry’s continued growth and evolution,” said Tom Weber, CEO of Removery.

Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) has announced that Tom Weber, Chief Executive Officer of Removery, was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Gulf South Award finalist. Now in its 37th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the preeminent competitive business awards for transformative entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies who are building a more equitable, sustainable and prosperous world for all.

Weber was selected by an independent panel of judges. Entrepreneurs were evaluated based on their demonstration of building long-term value through entrepreneurial spirit, purpose, growth and impact, among other core contributions and attributes.

“It is an honor to be recognized as a finalist for Entrepreneur Of The Year,” said Weber. “This has been a team effort since day one. Our visionary founding team identified a unique opportunity to revolutionize and enhance an industry that had a need for progress through leading-edge research, innovative corporate infrastructure, and high clinical and safety standards. As we continue to lead the way, we remain committed to our mission to deliver safe, effective, and accessible tattoo removal treatments worldwide, and look forward to the industry’s continued growth and evolution.”

Regional award winners will be announced on June 15, during a special celebration. The winners will then be considered by the National judges for the Entrepreneur Of The Year National Awards, which will be presented in November at the annual Strategic Growth Forum®, one of the nation’s most prestigious gatherings of high-growth, market-leading companies. The Entrepreneur Of The Year National Overall Award winner will then move on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Award in June 2024.

The Entrepreneur Of The Year program has recognized more than 11,000 entrepreneurs throughout the US since its inception in 1986, and it has grown to recognize business leaders across 145 cities in over 60 countries around the world.

Sponsors

Founded and produced by Ernst & Young LLP, the Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards include presenting sponsors PNC Bank, N.A.; SAP America; and the Kauffman Foundation. In the Gulf South, sponsors also include Colliers, DLA Piper, Marsh McLennan Agency, ADP, Pierpont Communications and vcfo.

About Entrepreneur Of The Year®

Entrepreneur Of The Year® is the world’s most prestigious business awards program for unstoppable entrepreneurs. These visionary leaders deliver innovation, growth and prosperity that transform our world. The program engages entrepreneurs with insights and experiences that foster growth. It connects them with their peers to strengthen entrepreneurship around the world. Entrepreneur Of The Year is the first and only truly global awards program of its kind. It celebrates entrepreneurs through regional and national awards programs in more than 145 cities in over 60 countries. National Overall Award winners go on to compete for the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ title. Visit ey.com/us/eoy.

About EY Private

As Advisors to the ambitious™, EY Private professionals possess the experience and passion to support private businesses and their owners in unlocking the full potential of their ambitions. EY Private teams offer distinct insights born from the long EY history of working with business owners and entrepreneurs. These teams support the full spectrum of private enterprises including private capital managers and investors and the portfolio businesses they fund, business owners, family businesses, family offices and entrepreneurs. Visit ey.com/us/private.

About EY

EY exists to build a better working world, helping create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available via ey.com/privacy. EY member firms do not practice law where prohibited by local laws. For more information about our organization, please visit ey.com.

About Removery

Removery, the world’s tattoo removal experts, helps people reflect on the outside, who they are on the inside. Born from the partnership of North America’s four largest and most trusted tattoo removal brands, we are committed to driving research and advancements in the world of laser tattoo removal while ensuring client safety and effective results. Removery is home to the world’s first tattoo removal Clinical Advisory Board dedicated to the advancement of the industry.

Removery’s research empowers our tattoo removal specialists to deliver the safest, most effective, and most accessible laser tattoo removal procedures using the state-of-the-art PicoWay® laser system by Candela. Currently, Removery is approaching 150 locations across the United States, Canada, and Australia and has performed 800,000+ treatments. Our goal is to normalize tattoo removal and empower clients to feel confident in their own skin.

For more information, please visit us at removery.com and connect with them on Instagram (@removery) or Facebook (@removery).

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Evogen Nutrition Takes a Deep Dive to Optimize Health with new Omega Supplement


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“I’ve been using fish oil for years to support my own heart and brain health and wanted something with a higher potency but without the fish taste or fish burps. This led me to formulate Evogen Omega. Focusing on the quality of your nutrition isn’t only for elite athletes.”

Fat has been a macronutrient under fire for many years, yet research clearly shows how important healthy fat can be to a diet. Unfortunately, most Americans fall short of the recommended intake due to a lack of fish in their diet. Whether you’re a fan of fish or not, omega-3 fatty acids, such as EPA and DHA, are essential to a healthy diet and shouldn’t be neglected. A deficiency in healthy fats can lead to several health risks.

For those who avoid fish altogether or keep their intake to a minimum, Hany Rambod, Founder and CEO of Evogen Nutrition, has found a way to help solve your omega-3 deficiencies and improve your overall health through the launch of their potent and powerful new omega-3 fatty acid supplement — Evogen Omega. This omega-3 supplement contains 1,200mg of EPA and 900mg of DHA per serving.

“I’ve been using fish oil for years to support my own heart and brain health and wanted something with a higher potency but without the fish taste or fish burps. This led me to formulate Evogen Omega. Focusing on the quality of your nutrition isn’t only for elite athletes. Everyone should be working towards preventing deficiencies that can negatively affect their health, functioning, and performance.

“Lacking essential healthy fats can disrupt the production of key hormones and create health issues that affect not only performance but quality of life. We’ve sourced the highest quality ingredients when formulating Evogen Omega, and I’m confident that this product can help support heart and brain health, performance, and overall wellness. I can’t wait for you to try it!” says Rambod.

With the launch of Evogen Omega, users can fill nutrient gaps due to low consumption of foods that contain helpful and healthy fatty acids. A diet deficient in omega-3 fatty acids does not align with a healthy heart and brain — two crucial organs in the body. Evogen Omega provides adequate amounts of key ingredients like DHA and EPA to help reduce inflammation, support heart and brain health, and provide optimal functioning and performance.

Evogen Omega is available now at http://www.EvogenNutrition.com. Get yours today to help optimize your overall health and performance!

About Evogen Nutrition

Evogen Nutrition, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a rapidly expanding, healthy lifestyle sports nutrition company that designs and creates a cutting-edge line of nutritional supplements. Founded and led by world-class trainer Hany Rambod, Evogen’s elite products appeal to all categories of an active lifestyle, including muscle building, weight loss, and general fitness through a daily nutritional supplement regimen. The foundation of Evogen’s nutritional protocols is based on the world-famous FST-7 physique training system invented by Rambod. Evogen Nutrition is sold in over 60 countries worldwide.

For more information, please visit http://www.EvogenNutrition.com.

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Elevated Mayhem Comedy Debuts in New York City for Mental Health Awareness Month


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Issues and Reduce the Stigma Surrounding Mental Illness

Aware Meditation Inc. in collaboration with Rise Up Comedy and Hard Headed Comedy present Elevated Mayhem, an inaugural event bringing support and awareness of mental health issues and stigmas during Mental Health Awareness Month. Elevated Mayhem will be held at the St. Mark’s Comedy Club on May 21st, 2023 from 7pm – 9pm ET.

In recent years, there has been a growing movement to use comedy as a tool to raise awareness about mental health issues and reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness. Events like Elevated Mayhem’s mental health awareness comedy show are important in this regard because they provide a platform for comedians to discuss mental health in a lighthearted and relatable way, which can help to open up discourse and reduce the shame and secrecy surrounding mental illness.

Furthermore, Elevated Mayhem is also looking to help to raise funds for Aware Meditation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization which provides simple, self-sufficient stress reducing techniques aimed at eliminating stress and expanding cognitive capacities. Through its Global Outreach Initiative, Aware Meditation makes instruction available to lower-income and marginalized people at no cost.

Elevated Mayhem was created by Luz Michelle, founder of Hard Headed Comedy Inc., and Paula Jane Newman, founder, Rise Up Comedy in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Elevated Mayhem is their inaugural campaign which will focus on ‘Anxiety’.

“Combining comedy and mental health knowledge in support of this important cause hopefully breaks new ground. Audience members will have an opportunity to learn and improve their mental health through laughter, supporting a cause, and learning relaxation techniques which are proven to improve mental well being,” shared Paula Jane Newman of Aware Meditation Inc. and Rise Up Comedy. “Collaboration in action is key. When we create from various perspectives for a higher purpose, we surrender the ego and develop a new understanding. It is for these reasons that I am excited to work with Luz and Hard Headed Comedy to bring the Elevated Mayhem show to New York City and help destigmatize and raise awareness around mental health this May.”

“They say laughter is the best medicine because laughter has been shown to have both physical and psychological benefits, such as reducing stress and anxiety, boosting the immune system, and releasing endorphins,” said Luz Michelle of Hard Headed Comedy. “As with many things in life, comedy can play an important role in mental health by serving as an outlet for self-expression as well as a means of coping with difficult emotions such as Anxiety. For those suffering from mental health issues, humor can be a way of finding relief, understanding and comfort. I am honored to collaborate with Paula and Rise Up Comedy to create a safe space to explore this concept further and bring awareness to comedy’s potential role in processing and living with mental health issues.”

About The Event Producers

Rise Up Comedy, is an innovative minority-based collective (female, BIPoC, LGBT, Mental and/or Physical Disabilities) and outreach project of Los Angeles-based Aware Meditation Inc. Rise Up Comedy produces shows with clean comedy that are free of racism, sexism, prejudice, and abuse.

Aware Meditation, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides simple, self-sufficient stress reducing techniques aimed at eliminating stress and expanding cognitive capacities. Through its Global Outreach Initiative, Aware Meditation makes instruction available to lower-income and marginalized people at no cost.

Hard Headed Comedy is a minority and women-owned comedy and entertainment production company based in New York. Its founder Luz Michelle is a prominent voice and rising star in the New York stand-up scene. Via Hard Headed Comedy she’s hosted and produced more than a 100 shows in the Tri-State NY, NJ and CT area that feature dynamic, diverse and inclusive line-ups of underrepresented female, BIPOC, LGBTQ comics alongside some of the nation’s hottest comedians.

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