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Bright Now! Dental Opens New Office in Hollister, California


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I enjoy getting to know my patients so they can have a positive experience during their treatment.

Smile Brands Inc., one of the nation’s leading providers of business support services to dental groups in the United States, today announced the grand opening of another affiliated Bright Now! Dental office serving the community of Hollister, CA.

Patients will enjoy convenient hours, a comfortable office and full-service care at the new Hollister location. The newest Bright Now! Dental office provides full-service general dentistry, plus specialty care services, such as orthodontics (braces), Invisalign®, oral surgery, periodontics, endodontics, and implants. Located at 1760 Airline Highway, Suite K, in Hollister, the office will be open six days a week, including evenings and Saturdays. Bright Now! Dental accepts most major insurance plans and offers flexible financing options so patients can afford the care they need.

To celebrate the grand opening, the new Hollister dental office will offer a special $29 new patient check-up package, including an exam with an oral cancer screening and digital x-rays, and $100 off dental services over $300. Opening this new location helps Smile Brands and its affiliated dental groups achieve their mission to provide “Smiles for Everyone”® by bringing affordable dental care to local neighborhoods.

Leading the clinical team in the new Bright Now! Dental office is Dr. Ugur Avcikurt. Dr. Avcikurt has advanced training in General Dentistry and was previously a dental officer in the Turkish Army.

“I enjoy getting to know my patients so they can have a positive experience during their treatment,” says Dr. Avcikurt. “I’m also excited to partner with Smile Brands to open this state-of-the-art facility and serve the community of Hollister.”

This new office is open Mondays and Fridays from 8am – 5pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am – 6pm, Wednesdays from 10am – 7pm and Saturdays from 8am – 4:30pm.

Prospective patients can call the new Hollister Bright Now! Dental office at 831-902-2810 or toll-free at 1-888-BRIGHT-NOW (1-888-274-4486). People can also visit us online to schedule an appointment at the new Hollister location.

About Smile Brands Inc.

Based in Irvine California, Smile Brands Inc. is one of the largest providers of support services to dental groups in the United States. The culture-driven organization is the #1 ranked multi-location healthcare provider on Glassdoor’s 2019 Best Places to Work list. Smile Brands provides comprehensive business support services through exclusive long-term agreements with affiliate dental groups, so dentists can spend more time caring for their patients and less time on the administrative, marketing, and financial aspects of operating a dental practice. Smile Brands supports 440 Bright Now!® Dental, Monarch Dental®, Castle Dental®, A+ Dental Care, OneSmile Dental, Johnson Family Dental, P3 Dental Group, and DecisionOne Dental Partners offices in 18 states, including Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Oregon, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. Smile Brands is a portfolio company of Gryphon Investors, a leading middle-market private equity firm based in San Francisco, CA. For more information, visit http://www.smilebrands.com.

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Smokey Bones Offers Guests Uber Ride Voucher


“Using Uber to travel to and from Smokey Bones is a safe and easy way to celebrate New Year’s with friends and family worry-free,” said James O’Reilly, CEO of Smokey Bones.

Smokey Bones Fire & Grill has partnered with Uber to offer restaurant guests a $10 voucher to use to or from Smokey Bones. From now until January 5, any guest can go to this link: https://ubr.to/2LK9xKl and redeem a voucher up to $10 for their visit to or from Smokey Bones’ restaurants nation-wide.

Smokey Bones wants to ensure all their guests and their friends and family stay safe this holiday season and for New Year’s celebrations. Currently, Smokey Bones is offering a number of holiday specials and cocktails such as their Maple Bourbon Eggnog, White Out Sangria and a selection of more than 40 beers. Smokey Bones has the Happiest of Hours every day from 3-6pm and Late Night from 10pm-close including awesome food selections such as a $5 Pork Sammy and a $6 ½ pound cheeseburger. Smokey Bones is proud to serve its full menu until 1 or 2 am everywhere except some units on Sundays.

“Using Uber to travel to and from Smokey Bones is a safe and easy way to celebrate the holidays with friends and family worry-free,” said James O’Reilly, CEO of Smokey Bones. “The $10 credit is a small gift to thank guests for joining us for food, drinks and fun during the busy holiday season and New Year’s Eve celebrations.”

The Smokey Bones menu includes a selection of premium meats smoked in-house daily as well as fire-grilled burgers, steaks and salmon. Guests can choose from Smokey Bones’ famous barbecue ribs, hand-pulled pork, beef brisket, slow-smoked spiced sausage, barbecue chicken, or sliced turkey. A variety of sides are also available, like the barbecue baked beans, creamy cole slaw or fire-roasted corn. Rounding out the menu is a choice of beer, wine, hand-crafted cocktails and desserts.

About Smokey Bones Fire & Grill

Smokey Bones Fire & Grill is a full-service restaurant delivering good food, including America’s favorite Barbecue, good drinks and good times in 61 locations across 16 states. Smokey Bones serves lunch and dinner and has a full-bar featuring more than 40 bourbons and whiskeys, 40+ beers and signature, hand-crafted cocktails. Its award winning slow-smoked and fire grilled favorites are available for dine-in, pick-up, online ordering and catering delivery. Smokey Bones, Inc. is an affiliate of Boca Raton, Fla.-based Sun Capital Partners, whose portfolio of restaurants also includes Boston Market, Friendly’s, Johnny Rockets, Bar Louie, and other restaurant brands. For additional information on Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill and a list of all locations nationwide, please visit http://www.SmokeyBones.com.

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Total Nutrition & Therapeutics Founder Lori Esarey Presents at American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine’s 27th World Congress


Total Nutrition and Therapeutics, Florida’s leading Functional Medicine clinic, is proud to announce that Founder, and Nurse Practitioner, Lori Esarey, MS, APRN-C, FAARFM, ABAAHP, was a recent speaker at the 2019 American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine’s 27th Annual World Congress. Lori, who was joined by fellow Nurse Practitioner Kelly Engelmann, presented “The Foundational Principles in Practicing Functional and Lifestyle Medicine,” one of the featured sessions at the 27th Annual World Congress for A4M and the Metabolic Medical Institute, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization “dedicated to the advancement of tools, technology, and transformations in healthcare that can detect, treat, and prevent diseases associated with aging.“

The annual event, held December 13-15, in Las Vegas, is the largest event in Anti-Aging Medicine and brings together thousands of medical experts from around the world. These practitioners strive to maximize clinical education and highlight the newest, most innovative protocols and practices in patient.

Lori founded Total Nutrition and Therapeutics with the belief that she could do more for her patients and that a food-first approach is the pathway to healing, while “treating the person, not the disease.” Lori partners with each of her patients to determine the underlying, root-cause, for their ailments and creates individual wellness plans that provide life-changing results.        

Lori is honored to have been invited to serve as a healthcare advocate and speaker at an event dedicated to educating healthcare professionals about breakthrough technologies and medical protocols.

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Working Against Gravity Releases a Guide to the Keto Lifestyle


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“Life can be better than “good”, “alright” and “fine.” It can be freaking awesome when we are no longer at the mercy of what or why we eat.”

Working Against Gravity Announces the Release of their most recent infographic: The Keto Lifestyle. The infographic provides information on the benefits of adopting a keto diet.

With this infographic, Working Against Gravity informs people of the benefits of switching to a keto diet which include weight loss, more energy, and an improvement of certain medical conditions. The infographic also provides tips to help dieters maintain the keto lifestyle which include eating three meals a day, incorporating healthy fats into your diet, and exercising consistently.

“Life can be better than “good”, “alright” and “fine.” It can be freaking awesome when we are no longer at the mercy of what or why we eat.” said Founder and CEO Adee Cazayoux. “I have developed a system for working with individuals on developing a positive relationship with food (and themselves) by removing the guilt surrounding our eating habits.“

For more information on the Keto lifestyle. view the infographic here.

About Working Against Gravity:

Inspired by her own weight lost journey, Founder and CEO Adee Cazayoux created Working Against Gravity (WAG) as fitness program free of gimmicks, meal plans, and limiting restrictions. WAG is designed to help people reach their fitness goals through hard work, patience, and education.

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Why Drivers Should Get Roadside Assistance During Winter


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“Having your car breakdown when you needed the most is an absolute nightmare. The problem can be quickly fixed if you have roadside assistance. This is one service you should not neglect when buying car insurance.” said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.

Almost every insurance company offers its clients the option of purchasing roadside assistance coverage. This service is of utmost importance and it is highly advised to purchase it. Carriers partner with a business that provides this type of service. This is usually cheaper than contacting directly a company and asking for services.

To find out more about the cost of car insurance after acquiring this perk, use online quotes. Visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/ for free car insurance quotes!

Roadside assistance provides protection when a covered car breaks down. When this happens, the driver can call a team of professionals. They will tow the car to the nearest safe place. Then, the reasons for breakdown will be analyzed and other actions will be performed.

Roadside assistance typically includes the following:


  • Towing services: The car will be towed to a mechanic, where repairs/replacement can be performed
  • Battery jump-start: Professionals will attempt to start the vehicle, using adequate equipment
  • Replacing flat tires: A service professional will arrive at the driver’s location and replace the flat tire with the spare one. A request for a spare tire can also be made.
  • Lockout and locksmith services: Will help the driver gain entrance to his car
  • Fuel delivery service: A service professional will deliver fuel to the driver’s location. The fuel will suffice to reach the nearest gas station. The service will charge for the fuel, using the area’s pump price.

When purchasing roadside assistance, drivers should check all the terms of the contracts. Emergency teams may ask additional fees if the car is located beyond the limits/areas mentioned in the contract.

For additional info, money-saving tips and free car insurance quotes, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/

Compare-autoinsurance.org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

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Lucas Group Hires Four New Managers


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Collin, Donald, Jessica and Mark are proven leaders committed to making successful partnerships for our clients and candidates.

Lucas Group, ranked sixth on Forbes’ Best Professional Recruiting Firms list for 2019, recently announced four new managers to lead teams in its Accounting & Finance and Human Resources practice areas.

The new managers are: Jessica Lalka, Accounting & Finance Managing Partner, Denver; Mark Lewis, Accounting & Finance Contract Branch Manager, Los Angeles; Collin Miller, Accounting & Finance Contract Branch Manager, Washington, D.C.; and Donald Walker, Human Resources Contract Branch Manager, Washington, D.C.

Lewis, Miller and Walker are new hires to Lucas Group, joining the company to meet the ever-growing demands of its contract solutions for job candidates. Although new to Lucas Group, they each have extensive experience in the human capital industry.

Lalka is a “boomerang” employee, first joining Lucas Group in 2013, where she spent five years assisting startups to Fortune 500 clients find accounting and finance talent. She rejoined Lucas Group this year to lead the Accounting & Finance branch in Denver.

“Collin, Donald, Jessica and Mark are proven leaders committed to making successful partnerships for our clients and candidates,” said Carolina King, Lucas Group Chief People Officer. “Their leadership will continue to allow our clients to find superior executive talent.”

As a full-service recruitment firm, Lucas Group’s complementary lines of business work in concert to provide customized talent solutions that span organizational needs. The firm accelerates hiring timelines for contract, interim, project-based, contract-to-hire and permanent/direct hire professionals.

Lucas Group recruits transformative talent for the following industries: Accounting & Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal, Military Transition, and Sales & Marketing and Supply Chain & Operations.

About Lucas Group

Lucas Group is North America’s premier executive search firm. Since 1970, our culture and methodologies have driven superior results. We assist clients ranging in size from small to medium-sized businesses to Fortune 500 companies find transcendent, executive talent; candidates fully realize their ambitions; and associates find professional success. To learn more, please visit Lucas Group at http://www.lucasgroup.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

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Kyle Parkway Dentistry Welcomes Dr. Emily Zaramella to the Practice.


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I’m thrilled to bring my implant and general dentistry expertise to such a highly respected dental practice. With an additional dentist and expanded services, Kyle Parkway Dentistry can truly maximize patient care and convenience

“I’m thrilled to bring my implant and general dentistry expertise to such a highly respected dental practice. With an additional dentist and expanded services, Kyle Parkway Dentistry can truly maximize patient care and convenience,” says Dr. Zaramella.

Originally from New York, Dr. Zaramella completed her DDS at University of Buffalo. She treats patients with the appreciation that each individual has a unique set of circumstances and dental goals. Her focus is to educate you in a meaningful way so you can feel comfortable and trust that we have your best interest at heart. Dr. Zaramella stays up to date on the latest advancements in dentistry in order to provide the most current treatment options. She understands that skill and compassion go hand in hand when delivering quality care.

In order to provide the best possible care, Dr. Zaramella strives to constantly improve upon her skills as a dentist. In addition to her DDS, she dedicated a year to advanced training in general dentistry and Implantology in Mesa, Arizona. Currently, she continues to advance her skills through a variety of continuing education courses. Dr. Zaramella is excited to bring her skills to the Kyle Parkway Dentistry team and can’t wait to help you with your dental needs.

When she is not practicing dentistry, she enjoys spending time with her husband, going to see live music, and traveling.

For more information about Dr. Emily Zaramella from Kyle Parkway Dentistry, visit the practice website at kyleparkwaydentistry.com or call (512) 256-0105.

Kyle Parkway Dentistry offers an expansive menu of dental services, including general and restorative dentistry as well as Implant care and cosmetic dental procedures. The practice’s mission is a quality care for everlasting smiles. They offer number of relaxing office amenities and provide flexible scheduling such as family block appointments and Saturday hours.

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Ohio State School of Blind Marching Band to Lead Outback Bowl Parade, Perform at Bowl Game


The Ohio State School for the Blind Band will perform at the Outback Bowl parade and during the Bowl's halftime show.

The Outback Bowl will be broadcast from Tampa, Fla. on New Year’s Day at 1:00 P.M. Est on ESPN.
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‘We are excited to host this group of talented young people as part of our halftime show and New Year’s Eve Parade.’ -Jim McVay

The Ohio State School for the Blind Band is the only blind marching band in the world. It will also be the lead band in the Outback Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade in Tampa Tuesday night and will be part of a massed band performance at half time of the Outback Bowl game on January 1st in Raymond James Stadium.

The nationally recognized band is known for their ability to entertain and inspire. The members, in grades 7-12, come from all over the state of Ohio and are guided by community volunteers from various walks of life.

“We are excited to host this group of talented young people as part of our halftime show and New Year’s Eve Parade,” noted Outback Bowl President/CEO Jim McVay. “It is a great opportunity to showcase their abilities on a big stage.”

The band was formed in 2005 when now retired director Carol Agler added Marching Band to support the Ohio School for the Deaf Football program. OSSBMB performs their half-time drills at area high schools and in band festivals. They regularly march as the lead band in the Millersport Sweet Corn Festival Parade and the Circleville Pumpkin Show.

The band has been honored numerous times with resolutions from the Ohio Senate for advancing the rights of people with disabilities to participate in all aspects of the community.

The Outback Bowl celebrates its 34th game this year and will be played on January 1st at 1:00 PM ET in Raymond James Stadium. Tickets to the game are available through Ticketmaster at http://www.Ticketmaster.com. For additional information or special ticket packages, contact the Outback Bowl office at (813) 874-2695.

For more information on Outback Bowl events, area hotels, restaurants and attractions, visit the Outback Bowl online at http://www.outbackbowl.com.

ABOUT THE OUTBACK BOWL:

The Outback Bowl attracts local fans and visitors from more than 40 states each year for the game and week of events while generating tens-of-millions of dollars in exposure for the region. The Bowl boasts the longest title sponsor in bowl game history, with Outback Steakhouse celebrating its 25th year with the game. The Bowl has contributed over $155 million to universities over its history and is estimated to have generated more than $1 billion in economic impact for the Tampa Bay area over this time. It has also contributed more than $1.5 million to area charities since 2016 and has committed to paying an additional $39 million to universities and donating at least $3 million more to charities through the 2026 game.

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Dr. Ravi Somayazula Has Been Honored as One 2019’s Texas Super Doctors®


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Ravi Somayazula MD, is happy to announce that he has been named as a Texas Super Doctor for 2019. The coveted distinction of Super Doctor is awarded once a year, with the final list appearing in the December issue of Texas Monthly Magazine. This marks Dr. Ravi’s first time to receive this honorable distinction.

The Texas Super Doctor award puts together a list of the best physicians in the state. These providers represent a variety of more than 40 distinct medical specialties, including ophthalmology, dermatology, cardiology, pediatrics and plastic surgery. Potential patients can reference this list of well-reviewed doctors throughout the year when they search for s provider.

Super Doctors are nominated by their peers throughout the year. Nominees must then pass through a rigorous review process, evaluated on various factors such as years of experience, hospital appointments, board certifications, academic achievements, publications and leadership positions. Finally, each doctor’s credentials are carefully scrutinized by the national research division of MSP Communications in Minneapolis. Although many physicians will be nominated, less than 5% will move on to be named a Super Doctor.

As one of the most sought after plastic and cosmetic surgeons in Texas, Dr. Ravi is well known for achieving phenomenal results. Specializing in procedures for the breast and body, Dr. Ravi has over a decade of experience and has completed extensive training in his field. Through continuous medical education, and a drive to stay on top of new technology, Dr. Ravi brings his patients the best in cutting-edge procedures in a safe environment.

While skill, experience and an artistic eye are vital for great results, Dr. Ravi also stresses how important good communication and proper patient education are to his practice. He explains, “I strive to make each and every one of my patients feel comfortable and well cared for at every visit, starting at their initial consultation and throughout their entire plastic surgery journey.” Each procedure at Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics begins with an extensive consultation; new patients are told to expect their appointment to last an hour or more. Dr. Ravi continues, “Communication is key to developing a good relationship with any physician and I am always available to answer questions and explain things in detail.” It is this dedication to patient-centered care that makes Dr. Ravi a Super Doctor.

The 2019 list of Texas Super Doctor honorees will be presented in the December issue of Texas Monthly magazine/ For additional information on the Texas Super Doctors, or to view the full list of honorees, go to the Super Doctor site.

ABOUT DR. RAVI SOMAYAZULA

Dr. Ravi is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon and the founder of Houston’s Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics. He completed his undergraduate studies at Rutgers University and his medical degree at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. This was followed by a competitive Fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital at Harvard Medical School and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center. Today, Dr. Ravi is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the Houston Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons.

To stay on top of the latest trends and techniques, Dr. Ravi has chosen to focus on surgical procedures for the breast and body. His most requested procedures include a range of body contouring techniques and the Mommy Makeover. Dr. Ravi also specializes in techniques for the breast, including a woman’s newest options in implants, breast reduction, breast lift and augmentation revision.

Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics is centrally located on Houston’s Katy Freeway. If you would like to learn more about the procedures at Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics or would like to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ravi, contact our office at 281.242.1061.

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Women’s Dry Eye Supplementation Revealed By Sharon Kleyne & Ilene K. Gipson, M.D.


Air Date: 23 December 2019

Guest: Ilene K. Gipson, M.D. (Boston, Massachusetts), Professor of Ophthalmology, Harvard Medical School, https://www.schepens.harvard.edu/womens-eye-healthorg/collabs-and-strategic-partnerships/womens-eye-healthorg.html

https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/119558/encore-dry-eye-syndrome-among-women-us-high-school-students-building-wells-in-india

“We must be proactive about water and water education,” says talk radio host Sharon Kleyne, “because without water there is no life.” Kleyne, host of the internationally syndicated radio program, The Sharon Kleyne Hour Water Life Science®/Nature’s Pharma®, The Power of Water® & Your Health sponsored by Nature’s Tears® EyeMist® on VoiceAmerica and produced by Rose Hong, founder and director of Global Dragon TV in Washington, D.C., is also concerned about the rise of dry eye disease caused by water evaporation among women.

Dr. Ilene K. Gipson, M.D., internationally decorated Professor of Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School, agrees with Kleyne that better water education and ocular health education is essential to finding answers to dry eye disease among women. “Dry eye is primarily a post-menopausal disease in women,” says Gipson, recipient of a MERIT Award from the National Eye Institute and the Friedenwald Award given annually at the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology meeting to honor the outstanding research of senior scientists in the basic or clinical sciences as applied to ophthalmology. “Like the upper GI system or any other system of the body,” says Gipson, “the eyes are a little system that is so complex. When any part of it goes awry, then you get the symptoms of dry eye.”

“We need more education,” insists Kleyne. “The moment a baby is born, a lifelong natural evaporation process begins. So does the need to learn throughout life abut steps that must be taken to ensure good health. You must drink eight-to-ten glasses of water every day,” Kleyne continues. You must get lots of sleep and eat a diet that is right for you. You must learn to breathe with the planet and the universe, and you must perform moderate exercise every day. Doing these things mean you are being proactive about your health.”

Gipson, who holds the U.S. Patent Mucin 5AC measurement concurs. “We must learn beyond the old bromides about carrots being good for your eyes and remembering to sit far enough away from the television. People need more information. For instance, too many people have no idea than you can get melanoma of the eye.”

Kleyne teaches that dry eye and other diseases can be managed better with an improved understand of how dry eye and body water evaporation work. “We need that education!” Kleyne repeats.

“The thing we want to get out there,” says Gipson, is an attitude about taking care of our whole body. We need to think and act in terms of a holistic process for the entire system. Think about that in terms of getting messages out. We need to stop thinking so much just in terms of heart disease, diabetes or breast cancer, but in holistic terms of the entire body together.” 

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If you would like to listen to the program featuring award-winning Harvard Ophthalmology Professor, Ilene K. Gipson, M.D., and educator and evaporative dry eye researcher Sharon Kleyne during which they discuss dry eye disease in women, blindness, body water evaporation, education, new water technology, dry eye and relief of dry eye with Nature’s Tears® EyeMist®, you may do so by following this link: https://www.voiceamerica.com/episode/119558/encore-dry-eye-syndrome-among-women-us-high-school-students-building-wells-in-india

If you wish to see a brief educational film that demonstrates the application of the new Dry Eye Solution® technology Nature’s Tears® EyeMist®, go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0gOr8TB45U

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